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...revision of the motherboard is the property of GIGABYTE. For product-related information, check on our website at: http://www.gigabyte.com Identifying Your Motherboard Revision The revision number on your motherboard revision before updating motherboard BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical information...without prior notice. Changes to the specifications and features in any form or by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. Disclaimer Information in the use of this product, GIGABYTE provides the following types of documentations: For quick set-up of ...
...revision of the motherboard is the property of GIGABYTE. For product-related information, check on our website at: http://www.gigabyte.com Identifying Your Motherboard Revision The revision number on your motherboard revision before updating motherboard BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical information...without prior notice. Changes to the specifications and features in any form or by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. Disclaimer Information in the use of this product, GIGABYTE provides the following types of documentations: For quick set-up of ...
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Table of Contents Box Contents...6 Optional Items...6 GA-990XA-UD3 Motherboard Layout 7 GA-990XA-UD3 Motherboard Block Diagram 8 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 9 1-1 Installation Precautions 9 1-2 Product Specifications 10 1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU ...™ Configuration 19 1-7 Back Panel Connectors 20 1-8 Internal Connectors 22 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 31 2-1 Startup Screen 32 2-2 The Main Menu 33 2-3 MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T 35 2-4 Standard CMOS Features 41 2-5 Advanced BIOS Features 43 2-6 Integrated Peripherals 45 2-7 Power Management Setup 49 2-8 PC Health Status...
Table of Contents Box Contents...6 Optional Items...6 GA-990XA-UD3 Motherboard Layout 7 GA-990XA-UD3 Motherboard Block Diagram 8 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 9 1-1 Installation Precautions 9 1-2 Product Specifications 10 1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU ...™ Configuration 19 1-7 Back Panel Connectors 20 1-8 Internal Connectors 22 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 31 2-1 Startup Screen 32 2-2 The Main Menu 33 2-3 MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T 35 2-4 Standard CMOS Features 41 2-5 Advanced BIOS Features 43 2-6 Integrated Peripherals 45 2-7 Power Management Setup 49 2-8 PC Health Status...
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... 58 3-4 Contact...59 3-5 System...59 3-6 Download Center 60 3-7 New Utilities...60 Chapter 4 Unique Features 61 4-1 Xpress Recovery2 61 4-2 BIOS Update Utilities 64 4-2-1 Updating the BIOS with the Q-Flash Utility 64 4-2-2 Updating the BIOS with the @BIOS Utility 67 4-3 EasyTune 6...68 4-4 Easy Energy Saver 69 4-5 Q-Share...71 4-6 SMART Recovery 72 4-7 Auto Green...73 4-8 Cloud OC...
... 58 3-4 Contact...59 3-5 System...59 3-6 Download Center 60 3-7 New Utilities...60 Chapter 4 Unique Features 61 4-1 Xpress Recovery2 61 4-2 BIOS Update Utilities 64 4-2-1 Updating the BIOS with the Q-Flash Utility 64 4-2-2 Updating the BIOS with the @BIOS Utility 67 4-3 EasyTune 6...68 4-4 Easy Energy Saver 69 4-5 Q-Share...71 4-6 SMART Recovery 72 4-7 Auto Green...73 4-8 Cloud OC...
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... go to GIGABYTE's website. • The box contents above are subject to change without notice. • The motherboard image is for reference only and the actual items shall depend on the product package you need SLI-supported graphics cards, BIOS, and driver. The box contents are for reference only. Box Contents GA-990XA-UD3 motherboard...
... go to GIGABYTE's website. • The box contents above are subject to change without notice. • The motherboard image is for reference only and the actual items shall depend on the product package you need SLI-supported graphics cards, BIOS, and driver. The box contents are for reference only. Box Contents GA-990XA-UD3 motherboard...
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GA-990XA-UD3 Motherboard Block Diagram 2 PCI Express x8 1 PCI Express x16 CPU CLK+/- (200 MHz) AM3+/AM3 CPU DDR3 2000(O.C.)/1866/1600/1333/1066 MHz or Dual ... Express x1 2 USB 3.0/2.0 AMD 990X Etron EJ168 PCIe CLK x1 x1 x1 (100 MHz) PCI Express Bus 14 USB 2.0/1.1Ports AMD SB950 6 SATA 6Gb/s Dual BIOS CODEC LPC Bus iTE IT8720 COM Port PS/2 KB/Mouse 2 IEEE 1394a Surround Speaker Out Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out Side Speaker Out MIC Line Out...
GA-990XA-UD3 Motherboard Block Diagram 2 PCI Express x8 1 PCI Express x16 CPU CLK+/- (200 MHz) AM3+/AM3 CPU DDR3 2000(O.C.)/1866/1600/1333/1066 MHz or Dual ... Express x1 2 USB 3.0/2.0 AMD 990X Etron EJ168 PCIe CLK x1 x1 x1 (100 MHz) PCI Express Bus 14 USB 2.0/1.1Ports AMD SB950 6 SATA 6Gb/s Dual BIOS CODEC LPC Bus iTE IT8720 COM Port PS/2 KB/Mouse 2 IEEE 1394a Surround Speaker Out Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out Side Speaker Out MIC Line Out...
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IEEE 1394 Internal Connectors Back Panel Connectors I/O Controller Hardware Monitor BIOS VIA VT6308 chip: - Up to 2 IEEE 1394a ports (1 port on the back panel, 1 port available through the internal IEEE 1394a header) 1 x ... speed control function is supported will depend on the CPU/system cooler you install. 2 x 32 Mbit flash Use of licensed AWARD BIOS Support for DualBIOS™ PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.0, SM...
IEEE 1394 Internal Connectors Back Panel Connectors I/O Controller Hardware Monitor BIOS VIA VT6308 chip: - Up to 2 IEEE 1394a ports (1 port on the back panel, 1 port available through the internal IEEE 1394a header) 1 x ... speed control function is supported will depend on the CPU/system cooler you install. 2 x 32 Mbit flash Use of licensed AWARD BIOS Support for DualBIOS™ PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.0, SM...
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Hardware Installation - 12 - Unique Features Support for @BIOS Support for Q-Flash Support for Xpress BIOS Rescue Support for Download Center Support for Xpress Install Support for Xpress Recovery2 Support for EasyTune * Available ...
Hardware Installation - 12 - Unique Features Support for @BIOS Support for Q-Flash Support for Xpress BIOS Rescue Support for Download Center Support for Xpress Install Support for Xpress Recovery2 Support for EasyTune * Available ...
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It is installed, the BIOS will double the original memory bandwidth. When enabling Dual Channel mode with two memory modules, we recommend that you install them in Dual Channel mode. 1. A ... channels and each channel has two memory sockets as following guidelines before installing the memory in the DDR3_1 and DDR3_2 sockets. If you begin to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. The four DDR3 memory sockets are unable to CPU limitations, read the following : Channel 0: DDR3_2, DDR3_4 Channel 1: DDR3_1, DDR3_3 Dual Channel...
It is installed, the BIOS will double the original memory bandwidth. When enabling Dual Channel mode with two memory modules, we recommend that you install them in Dual Channel mode. 1. A ... channels and each channel has two memory sockets as following guidelines before installing the memory in the DDR3_1 and DDR3_2 sockets. If you begin to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. The four DDR3 memory sockets are unable to CPU limitations, read the following : Channel 0: DDR3_2, DDR3_4 Channel 1: DDR3_1, DDR3_3 Dual Channel...
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... the metal contacts on the top edge of the PCI Express slot to make any required BIOS changes for your operating system. After installing all expansion cards, replace the chassis cover(s). 6. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to release the card and then pull the card straight up from the slot. Carefully...
... the metal contacts on the top edge of the PCI Express slot to make any required BIOS changes for your operating system. After installing all expansion cards, replace the chassis cover(s). 6. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to release the card and then pull the card straight up from the slot. Carefully...
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... indicate the problem. This function requires a chassis with a chassis intrusion switch/sensor. When connecting your system using the power switch (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Power Management Setup," for information about beep codes. • HD (Hard Drive Activity LED, Blue) Connects to the hard drive activity LED on...writing data. • RES (Reset Switch, Green): Connects to the reset switch on the chassis front panel. S1 Blinking tem is detected, the BIOS may differ by issuing a beep code. The LED is off when the system is detected at system startup. The LED is on when the ...
... indicate the problem. This function requires a chassis with a chassis intrusion switch/sensor. When connecting your system using the power switch (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Power Management Setup," for information about beep codes. • HD (Hard Drive Activity LED, Blue) Connects to the hard drive activity LED on...writing data. • RES (Reset Switch, Green): Connects to the reset switch on the chassis front panel. S1 Blinking tem is detected, the BIOS may differ by issuing a beep code. The LED is off when the system is detected at system startup. The LED is on when the ...
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Definition 1 VBUS 11 D2+ 2 SSRX1- 12 D2- 3 SSRX1+ 13 GND 4 GND 14 SSTX2+ 5 SSTX1- 15 SSTX2- 6 SSTX1+ 16 GND 7 GND 17 SSRX2+ DB_PORT BIOS 8 D1- 18 SSRX2- 9 D1+ 19 VBUS 10 NC 20 No Pin When the system is in S4/S5 mode, only the USB ports routed to ...
Definition 1 VBUS 11 D2+ 2 SSRX1- 12 D2- 3 SSRX1+ 13 GND 4 GND 14 SSTX2+ 5 SSTX1- 15 SSTX2- 6 SSTX1+ 16 GND 7 GND 17 SSRX2+ DB_PORT BIOS 8 D1- 18 SSRX2- 9 D1+ 19 VBUS 10 NC 20 No Pin When the system is in S4/S5 mode, only the USB ports routed to ...
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...to a low level, or the CMOS values may not be accurate or may connect a TPM (Trusted Platform Module) to keep the values (such as BIOS configurations, date, and time information) in accordance with an equivalent one minute. (Or use a metal object like a screwdriver to touch the positive and..., making them short for 5 seconds.) 333 Replace the battery. 444 Plug in the power cord and restart your computer. •• Always turn off . DB_PORT BIOS Switc 1 1 19 TPM w/housing 20 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Definition LCLK GND LFRAME No Pin LRESET NC LAD3 LAD2 VCC3 LAD1 1 Voltage ...
...to a low level, or the CMOS values may not be accurate or may connect a TPM (Trusted Platform Module) to keep the values (such as BIOS configurations, date, and time information) in accordance with an equivalent one minute. (Or use a metal object like a screwdriver to touch the positive and..., making them short for 5 seconds.) 333 Replace the battery. 444 Plug in the power cord and restart your computer. •• Always turn off . DB_PORT BIOS Switc 1 1 19 TPM w/housing 20 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Definition LCLK GND LFRAME No Pin LRESET NC LAD3 LAD2 VCC3 LAD1 1 Voltage ...
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...Values •• Always turn off your computer and unplug the power cord from the jumper. Hardware Installation - 30 - date information and BIOS configurations) and reset the CMOS values to remove the jumper cap from the power outlet before clearing the CMOS values. •• After ...to temporarily short the two pins or use a metal object like a screwdriver to touch the two pins for BIOS configurations). 16) CLR_CMOS (Clearing CMOS Jumper) Use this jumper to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," for a few seconds. Failure to do so may cause damage to the motherboard. ••...
...Values •• Always turn off your computer and unplug the power cord from the jumper. Hardware Installation - 30 - date information and BIOS configurations) and reset the CMOS values to remove the jumper cap from the power outlet before clearing the CMOS values. •• After ...to temporarily short the two pins or use a metal object like a screwdriver to touch the two pins for BIOS configurations). 16) CLR_CMOS (Clearing CMOS Jumper) Use this jumper to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," for a few seconds. Failure to do so may cause damage to the motherboard. ••...
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...unless you need to) to clear the CMOS values.) - 31 - To see more advanced BIOS Setup menu options, you not flash the BIOS. To upgrade the BIOS, use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash or @BIOS utility. • Q-Flash allows the user to keep the configuration values in the CMOS. ...Inadequate BIOS flashing may result in system's failure to activate certain system features. BIOS Setup When the power is...
...unless you need to) to clear the CMOS values.) - 31 - To see more advanced BIOS Setup menu options, you not flash the BIOS. To upgrade the BIOS, use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash or @BIOS utility. • Q-Flash allows the user to keep the configuration values in the CMOS. ...Inadequate BIOS flashing may result in system's failure to activate certain system features. BIOS Setup When the power is...
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... down arrow key to select the first boot device, then press to enter BIOS Setup first. BIOS Setup - 32 - 2-1 Startup Screen The following screens may appear when the computer boots. GA-990XA-UD3 F1a . . . . : BIOS Setup : XpressRecovery2 : Boot Menu : Qflash 04/22/2011-RD990-SB950-7A66FG02C...boot device setting as needed. : Q-FLASH Press the key to access the Q-Flash utility directly without entering BIOS Setup. The POST Screen Motherboard Model BIOS Version Award Modular BIOS v6.00PG Copyright (C) 1984-2011, Award Software, Inc. To exit Boot Menu, press . The LOGO ...
... down arrow key to select the first boot device, then press to enter BIOS Setup first. BIOS Setup - 32 - 2-1 Startup Screen The following screens may appear when the computer boots. GA-990XA-UD3 F1a . . . . : BIOS Setup : XpressRecovery2 : Boot Menu : Qflash 04/22/2011-RD990-SB950-7A66FG02C...boot device setting as needed. : Q-FLASH Press the key to access the Q-Flash utility directly without entering BIOS Setup. The POST Screen Motherboard Model BIOS Version Award Modular BIOS v6.00PG Copyright (C) 1984-2011, Award Software, Inc. To exit Boot Menu, press . The LOGO ...
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... item is in the Item Help block on the right side of the submenu. • If you do not find the settings you enter the BIOS Setup program, the Main Menu (as usual, select the Load Optimized Defaults item to set your system to access more advanced options. • When ... Save & Exit Setup Exit Without Saving ESC: Quit F8: Q-Flash Select Item F10: Save & Exit Setup Change CPU's Clock & Voltage F11: Save CMOS to BIOS F12: Load CMOS from BIOS BIOS Setup Program Function Keys Move the selection bar to select an item Execute command or enter the submenu Main Menu: Exit the...
... item is in the Item Help block on the right side of the submenu. • If you do not find the settings you enter the BIOS Setup program, the Main Menu (as usual, select the Load Optimized Defaults item to set your system to access more advanced options. • When ... Save & Exit Setup Exit Without Saving ESC: Quit F8: Q-Flash Select Item F10: Save & Exit Setup Change CPU's Clock & Voltage F11: Save CMOS to BIOS F12: Load CMOS from BIOS BIOS Setup Program Function Keys Move the selection bar to select an item Execute command or enter the submenu Main Menu: Exit the...
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...the default profile name, use this task.) Exit Without Saving Abandon all the power-saving functions. PC Health Status Use this task.) BIOS Setup - 34 - It allows you to make changes. Save & Exit Setup Save all the changes made in effect. First select the profile...to configure the system time and date, hard drive types, and the type of errors that stop the system boot, etc. Advanced BIOS Features Use this menu to configure the device boot order, advanced features available on the CPU, and the primary display adapter. Integrated ...
...the default profile name, use this task.) Exit Without Saving Abandon all the power-saving functions. PC Health Status Use this task.) BIOS Setup - 34 - It allows you to make changes. Save & Exit Setup Save all the changes made in effect. First select the profile...to configure the system time and date, hard drive types, and the type of errors that stop the system boot, etc. Advanced BIOS Features Use this menu to configure the device boot order, advanced features available on the CPU, and the primary display adapter. Integrated ...
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... optimize the system voltage settings. The adjustable range is dependent on the CPU being used. (Note) This item is dependent on your overall system configurations. BIOS Setup Incorrectly doing overclock/overvoltage may result in system's failure to CPU, chipset, or memory and reduce the useful life of these components. This page...
... optimize the system voltage settings. The adjustable range is dependent on the CPU being used. (Note) This item is dependent on your overall system configurations. BIOS Setup Incorrectly doing overclock/overvoltage may result in system's failure to CPU, chipset, or memory and reduce the useful life of these components. This page...
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...00. (Note) This item is from 200 MHz to automatically adjust the CPU host frequency. Auto BIOS will automatically adjust the HT Link Frequency. (Default) x1~x10 Sets HT Link Frequency to 16 ...bit. X8.00 Sets Memory Clock to 150 MHz. Auto (default) allows the BIOS to 500 MHz. The adjustable range is present only when you to X4.00. PCIE Clock(MHz)... Allows you install a CPU that the CPU frequency be configurable. Auto BIOS will automatically adjust the HT Link Width. (Default) 8 bit Sets HT Link Width to 8 bit. 16...
...00. (Note) This item is from 200 MHz to automatically adjust the CPU host frequency. Auto BIOS will automatically adjust the HT Link Frequency. (Default) x1~x10 Sets HT Link Frequency to 16 ...bit. X8.00 Sets Memory Clock to 150 MHz. Auto (default) allows the BIOS to 500 MHz. The adjustable range is present only when you to X4.00. PCIE Clock(MHz)... Allows you install a CPU that the CPU frequency be configurable. Auto BIOS will automatically adjust the HT Link Width. (Default) 8 bit Sets HT Link Width to 8 bit. 16...
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... items above are : Auto (default), Manual. - 37 - DCTs Mode Allows you to single dual-channel. Ganged Sets memory control mode to set memory control mode. BIOS Setup DRAM Configuration CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2011 Award Software DRAM Configuration CPU Host Clock Control x CPU Frequency(MHz) Set Memory Clock x Memory Clock...
... items above are : Auto (default), Manual. - 37 - DCTs Mode Allows you to single dual-channel. Ganged Sets memory control mode to set memory control mode. BIOS Setup DRAM Configuration CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2011 Award Software DRAM Configuration CPU Host Clock Control x CPU Frequency(MHz) Set Memory Clock x Memory Clock...