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... updating motherboard BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical information. Example: For example, "REV: 1.0" means the revision of GIGABYTE. The trademarks mentioned in this manual are legally registered to assist in the use of this manual may be reproduced, copied, ...is 1.0. Changes to the specifications and features in this manual is protected by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. In order to their respective owners. All rights reserved. Motherboard GA-B85M-D3V Motherboard GA-B85M-D3V Dec. 20, 2013 Dec. 20, 2013 Copyright © 2013 GIGA-...
... updating motherboard BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical information. Example: For example, "REV: 1.0" means the revision of GIGABYTE. The trademarks mentioned in this manual are legally registered to assist in the use of this manual may be reproduced, copied, ...is 1.0. Changes to the specifications and features in this manual is protected by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. In order to their respective owners. All rights reserved. Motherboard GA-B85M-D3V Motherboard GA-B85M-D3V Dec. 20, 2013 Dec. 20, 2013 Copyright © 2013 GIGA-...
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Table of Contents GA-B85M-D3V Motherboard Layout 4 GA-B85M-D3V Motherboard Block Diagram 5 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 6 1-1 Installation Precautions 6 1-2 Product Specifications 7 1-3 Installing the CPU 9 1-4 Installing the Memory 10 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card 10 1-6 Back Panel Connectors ...
Table of Contents GA-B85M-D3V Motherboard Layout 4 GA-B85M-D3V Motherboard Block Diagram 5 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 6 1-1 Installation Precautions 6 1-2 Product Specifications 7 1-3 Installing the CPU 9 1-4 Installing the Memory 10 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card 10 1-6 Back Panel Connectors ...
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... ATX_12V_2X4 LGA1150 VGA LPT DVI SATA2 F_USB30 4 5 R_USB30 USB_LAN SATA3 AUDIO Realtek® GbE LAN CPU_FAN SYS_FAN PCIEX16 PCIEX1_1 BAT GA-B85M-D3V 02 13 iTE® Super I/O PCIEX1_2 CODEC PCI PCIe to PCI Bridge Intel® B85 B_BIOS M_BIOS F_AUDIO COM F_USB2 F_USB1... CLR_CMOS F_PANEL Box Contents 55 GA-B85M-D3V motherboard 55 Motherboard driver disk 55 User's Manual 55 Two SATA cables 55 I/O Shield The box contents above are subject to change without...
... ATX_12V_2X4 LGA1150 VGA LPT DVI SATA2 F_USB30 4 5 R_USB30 USB_LAN SATA3 AUDIO Realtek® GbE LAN CPU_FAN SYS_FAN PCIEX16 PCIEX1_1 BAT GA-B85M-D3V 02 13 iTE® Super I/O PCIEX1_2 CODEC PCI PCIe to PCI Bridge Intel® B85 B_BIOS M_BIOS F_AUDIO COM F_USB2 F_USB1... CLR_CMOS F_PANEL Box Contents 55 GA-B85M-D3V motherboard 55 Motherboard driver disk 55 User's Manual 55 Two SATA cables 55 I/O Shield The box contents above are subject to change without...
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GA-B85M-D3V Motherboard Block Diagram 1 PCI Express x16 CPU CLK+/- (100 MHz) PCIe CLK (100 MHz) LGA1150 CPU DDR3 1600/1333 MHz Dual Channel Memory DVI-D x16 ...
GA-B85M-D3V Motherboard Block Diagram 1 PCI Express x16 CPU CLK+/- (100 MHz) PCIe CLK (100 MHz) LGA1150 CPU DDR3 1600/1333 MHz Dual Channel Memory DVI-D x16 ...
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These stickers are required for the motherboard. •• Prior to installation, do not have a problem related to the use of the product, please consult a certified computer technician. - 6 - Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 1-1 Installation Precautions The motherboard contains numerous delicate electronic circuits and components which can lead to damage to system components as well as physical harm to the user. •• If you do not remove or break motherboard S/N (Serial Number) sticker or warranty sticker provided by unplugging the power cord from the motherboard, make ...
These stickers are required for the motherboard. •• Prior to installation, do not have a problem related to the use of the product, please consult a certified computer technician. - 6 - Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 1-1 Installation Precautions The motherboard contains numerous delicate electronic circuits and components which can lead to damage to system components as well as physical harm to the user. •• If you do not remove or break motherboard S/N (Serial Number) sticker or warranty sticker provided by unplugging the power cord from the motherboard, make ...
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...174; Core™ i3 processors/Intel® Pentium® processors/ Intel® Celeron® processors in the LGA1150 package (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) L3 cache varies with CPU Chipset Intel® B85 Express ... running at x16 (The PCI Express x16 slot conforms to PCI Express 3.0 standard.) 2 x PCI Express x1 slots (The PCI Express x1 slots conform to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory modules.) Integrated Graphics Processor: - 1 x D-Sub port, supporting a maximum resolution of ...
...174; Core™ i3 processors/Intel® Pentium® processors/ Intel® Celeron® processors in the LGA1150 package (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) L3 cache varies with CPU Chipset Intel® B85 Express ... running at x16 (The PCI Express x16 slot conforms to PCI Express 3.0 standard.) 2 x PCI Express x1 slots (The PCI Express x1 slots conform to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory modules.) Integrated Graphics Processor: - 1 x D-Sub port, supporting a maximum resolution of ...
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Supported functions of licensed AMI UEFI BIOS Support for DualBIOS™ PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.0, SM BIOS 2.6, ACPI 2.0a Support for Q-Flash Support for Xpress Install Support for ON/OFF Charge Norton® Internet Security (OEM version) Intel® Rapid Start Technology Intel® Smart Connect Technology - 8 - EZ Setup - Internal Connectors Back Panel Connectors 1 x system fan header 1 x front panel header 1 x front panel audio header 1 x USB 3.0/2.0 header 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers 1 x serial port header ...
Supported functions of licensed AMI UEFI BIOS Support for DualBIOS™ PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.0, SM BIOS 2.6, ACPI 2.0a Support for Q-Flash Support for Xpress Install Support for ON/OFF Charge Norton® Internet Security (OEM version) Intel® Rapid Start Technology Intel® Smart Connect Technology - 8 - EZ Setup - Internal Connectors Back Panel Connectors 1 x system fan header 1 x front panel header 1 x front panel audio header 1 x USB 3.0/2.0 header 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers 1 x serial port header ...
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... damage. •• Locate the pin one of the CPU. It is not recommended that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) •• Always turn off from the load plate automatically during the process of the CPU ... the CPU. Operating System Form Factor Support for Windows 8.1/8/7 Micro ATX Form Factor; 24.4cm x 17.4cm * GIGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to the product specifications and product-related information without prior notice. * Please visit the Support & Downloads\Utility page...
... damage. •• Locate the pin one of the CPU. It is not recommended that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) •• Always turn off from the load plate automatically during the process of the CPU ... the CPU. Operating System Form Factor Support for Windows 8.1/8/7 Micro ATX Form Factor; 24.4cm x 17.4cm * GIGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to the product specifications and product-related information without prior notice. * Please visit the Support & Downloads\Utility page...
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.../mouse, USB printer, USB flash drive and etc. It is recommended that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card Read the following guidelines before you begin to install an expansion card: •• Make sure the...
.../mouse, USB printer, USB flash drive and etc. It is recommended that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card Read the following guidelines before you begin to install an expansion card: •• Make sure the...
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Use this audio jack for USB devices such as an optical drive, walkman, etc. Line Out Jack (Green) The default line out jack. Microphones must be used ). DVI-D Port (Note) The DVI-D port conforms to 1 Gbps data rate. Connection/ Speed LED Activity LED LAN Port Connection/Speed LED: State Description Orange 1 Gbps data rate Green 100 Mbps data rate Off 10 Mbps data rate Activity LED: State Blinking Off Description Data transmission or receiving is occurring No data transmission or receiving is compatible to the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Use this port for a headphone or...
Use this audio jack for USB devices such as an optical drive, walkman, etc. Line Out Jack (Green) The default line out jack. Microphones must be used ). DVI-D Port (Note) The DVI-D port conforms to 1 Gbps data rate. Connection/ Speed LED Activity LED LAN Port Connection/Speed LED: State Description Orange 1 Gbps data rate Green 100 Mbps data rate Off 10 Mbps data rate Activity LED: State Blinking Off Description Data transmission or receiving is occurring No data transmission or receiving is compatible to the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Use this port for a headphone or...
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1-7 Internal Connectors 1 2 10 6 13 4 5 3 7 12 11 98 1) ATX_12V_2X4 2) ATX 3) CPU_FAN 4) SYS_FAN 5) SATA3 0/1/2/3 6) SATA2 4/5 7) F_AUDIO 8) F_PANEL 9) CLR_CMOS 10) F_USB30 11) F_USB1/F_USB2 12) COM 13) BAT Read the following guidelines before connecting external devices: •• First make sure the device cable has been securely attached to the connector on the computer, make sure your devices are compliant with the connectors you wish to connect. •• Before installing the devices, be sure to the devices. •• After installing the device and before...
1-7 Internal Connectors 1 2 10 6 13 4 5 3 7 12 11 98 1) ATX_12V_2X4 2) ATX 3) CPU_FAN 4) SYS_FAN 5) SATA3 0/1/2/3 6) SATA2 4/5 7) F_AUDIO 8) F_PANEL 9) CLR_CMOS 10) F_USB30 11) F_USB1/F_USB2 12) COM 13) BAT Read the following guidelines before connecting external devices: •• First make sure the device cable has been securely attached to the connector on the computer, make sure your devices are compliant with the connectors you wish to connect. •• Before installing the devices, be sure to the devices. •• After installing the device and before...
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Before connecting the power connector, first make sure the power supply is used (500W or greater). If a power supply is turned off and all the components on the motherboard. The speed control function requires the use of a fan with fan speed control design. Definition Pin No. 1 GND (Only for 2x4-pin 12V) 5 2 GND (Only for 2x4-pin 12V) 6 3 GND 7 4 GND 8 Definition +12V (Only for 2x4-pin 12V) +12V (Only for 2x4-pin 12V) +12V +12V ATX: Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Definition Pin No. 3.3V 13 3.3V 14 GND 15 +5V 16 GND 17 +5V 18 GND 19 Power Good 20 ...
Before connecting the power connector, first make sure the power supply is used (500W or greater). If a power supply is turned off and all the components on the motherboard. The speed control function requires the use of a fan with fan speed control design. Definition Pin No. 1 GND (Only for 2x4-pin 12V) 5 2 GND (Only for 2x4-pin 12V) 6 3 GND 7 4 GND 8 Definition +12V (Only for 2x4-pin 12V) +12V (Only for 2x4-pin 12V) +12V +12V ATX: Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Definition Pin No. 3.3V 13 3.3V 14 GND 15 +5V 16 GND 17 +5V 18 GND 19 Power Good 20 ...
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Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device. You may connect your chassis front panel audio module to work or even damage it. 9 1 10 2 For HD Front Panel Audio: Pin No. Definition 1 MIC 2 GND 3 MIC Power 4 NC 5 Line Out (R) 6 NC 7 NC 8 No Pin 9 Line Out (L) 10 NC •• The front panel audio header supports HD audio by default. •• Audio signals will make the device unable to this header. Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device. Make sure the wire assignments of the module connector match the pin assignments of the front and back panel ...
Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device. You may connect your chassis front panel audio module to work or even damage it. 9 1 10 2 For HD Front Panel Audio: Pin No. Definition 1 MIC 2 GND 3 MIC Power 4 NC 5 Line Out (R) 6 NC 7 NC 8 No Pin 9 Line Out (L) 10 NC •• The front panel audio header supports HD audio by default. •• Audio signals will make the device unable to this header. Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device. Make sure the wire assignments of the module connector match the pin assignments of the front and back panel ...
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The LED is off when the system is reading or writing data. •• RES (Reset Switch): _S Connects to the reset switch on the chassis front panel. You may differ by issuing a beep code. B The front panel design may HD+ HD- Note the positive and negative pins before clearing the CMOS values. •• After system restart, go to BIOS Setup to load factory defaults (select Load Optimized Defaults) or manually configure the BIOS settings (refer to_CUhapter 2, "BIOS Setup," for a few seconds. This function requires a chassis witBh a chassis intrusion ...
The LED is off when the system is reading or writing data. •• RES (Reset Switch): _S Connects to the reset switch on the chassis front panel. You may differ by issuing a beep code. B The front panel design may HD+ HD- Note the positive and negative pins before clearing the CMOS values. •• After system restart, go to BIOS Setup to load factory defaults (select Load Optimized Defaults) or manually configure the BIOS settings (refer to_CUhapter 2, "BIOS Setup," for a few seconds. This function requires a chassis witBh a chassis intrusion ...
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Each USB header can provide two USB ports. Definition Pin No. Definition 11 D2+ 2 SSRX1- 12 D2- 3 SSRX1+ 13 GND 4 GND 14 SSTX2+ 5 SSTX1- 15 SSTX2- 11 10 6 SSTX1+ 7 GND 16 GND 17 SSRX2+ 8 D1- 18 SSRX2- 9 D1+ 19 VBUS 10 NC 20 No Pin F_ U Prior to installing the USB front panel, be sure to turn off your computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the USB bracket. 12) COM (Serial Port Header) The COM header can provide one serial port via an optional USB bracket. Definition Pin No. For purchasing the optional 3.5" front panel ...
Each USB header can provide two USB ports. Definition Pin No. Definition 11 D2+ 2 SSRX1- 12 D2- 3 SSRX1+ 13 GND 4 GND 14 SSTX2+ 5 SSTX1- 15 SSTX2- 11 10 6 SSTX1+ 7 GND 16 GND 17 SSRX2+ 8 D1- 18 SSRX2- 9 D1+ 19 VBUS 10 NC 20 No Pin F_ U Prior to installing the USB front panel, be sure to turn off your computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the USB bracket. 12) COM (Serial Port Header) The COM header can provide one serial port via an optional USB bracket. Definition Pin No. For purchasing the optional 3.5" front panel ...
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Gently remove the battery from the battery holder and wait for 5 seconds.) 3. Turn off your computer and unplug the power cord before replacing the battery. •• Replace the battery with local environmental regulations. - 17 - Replace the battery when the battery voltage drops to a low level, or the CMOS values may not be accurate or may clear the CMOS values by yourself or uncertain about the battery model. •• When installing the battery, note the orientation of the positive side (+) and the negative side (-) of the battery (the positive side should face up). ...
Gently remove the battery from the battery holder and wait for 5 seconds.) 3. Turn off your computer and unplug the power cord before replacing the battery. •• Replace the battery with local environmental regulations. - 17 - Replace the battery when the battery voltage drops to a low level, or the CMOS values may not be accurate or may clear the CMOS values by yourself or uncertain about the battery model. •• When installing the battery, note the orientation of the positive side (+) and the negative side (-) of the battery (the positive side should face up). ...
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... of BIOS from the Internet and updates the BIOS. •• Because BIOS flashing is turned on the motherboard. Or you can use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash or @BIOS utility. •• Q-Flash allows the user to activate certain system features. Inadequately altering the settings may result in this chapter are...
... of BIOS from the Internet and updates the BIOS. •• Because BIOS flashing is turned on the motherboard. Or you can use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash or @BIOS utility. •• Q-Flash allows the user to activate certain system features. Inadequately altering the settings may result in this chapter are...
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Incorrectly doing overclock/overvoltage may result in damage to set the onboard graphics clock. The adjustable range is for the installed CPU. If this feature. 2-2 M.I .T. This page is from 400 MHz to 4000 MHz. (Default: Auto) && CPU Clock Ratio Allows you to alter the clock ratio for advanced users only and we recommend you install a CPU that supports this occurs, clear the CMOS values and reset the board to boot. For more information about Intel® CPUs' unique features, please visit Intel's website. - 19 - The adjustable range is present only when you not to ...
Incorrectly doing overclock/overvoltage may result in damage to set the onboard graphics clock. The adjustable range is for the installed CPU. If this feature. 2-2 M.I .T. This page is from 400 MHz to 4000 MHz. (Default: Auto) && CPU Clock Ratio Allows you to alter the clock ratio for advanced users only and we recommend you install a CPU that supports this occurs, clear the CMOS values and reset the board to boot. For more information about Intel® CPUs' unique features, please visit Intel's website. - 19 - The adjustable range is present only when you not to ...
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Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) && Turbo Ratio (1-Core Active~4-Core Active) (Note) Allows you to set the CPU Turbo ratios for operating systems that supports this setting. (Default: Auto) && CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) (Note) Enables or disables Intel® CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) function, a CPU power-saving function in system halt state. This feature only works for different number of active cores. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this function. For more enhanced power-saving state than C1. `` Advanced CPU Core Settings && CPU ...
Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) && Turbo Ratio (1-Core Active~4-Core Active) (Note) Allows you to set the CPU Turbo ratios for operating systems that supports this setting. (Default: Auto) && CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) (Note) Enables or disables Intel® CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) function, a CPU power-saving function in system halt state. This feature only works for different number of active cores. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this function. For more enhanced power-saving state than C1. `` Advanced CPU Core Settings && CPU ...
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Depending on the Advanced Frequency Settings menu. && Memory Boot Mode Provides memory detection and training methods. Auto Lets BIOS automatically configure this function. (Default) Profile1 Uses Profile 1 settings. Profile2 (Note 2) Uses Profile 2 settings. && System Memory Multiplier Allows you to set the system memory multiplier. Options are : Auto (default), Manual, Advanced Manual. (Note 1) This item is present only when you install a CPU that supports this feature. - 21 - Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) && CPU EIST Function ...
Depending on the Advanced Frequency Settings menu. && Memory Boot Mode Provides memory detection and training methods. Auto Lets BIOS automatically configure this function. (Default) Profile1 Uses Profile 1 settings. Profile2 (Note 2) Uses Profile 2 settings. && System Memory Multiplier Allows you to set the system memory multiplier. Options are : Auto (default), Manual, Advanced Manual. (Note 1) This item is present only when you install a CPU that supports this feature. - 21 - Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) && CPU EIST Function ...