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..., or published in this : "REV: X.X." Check your motherboard looks like this manual is protected by any means without prior notice. Example: Motherboard GA-F2A68HM-DS2H Motherboard GA-F2A68HM-DS2H Nov. 5, 2014 Nov. 5, 2014 Copyright © 2014 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. All rights reserved. For example, "REV: 1.0" means the revision of GIGABYTE. Disclaimer Information in any form or by copyright...
..., or published in this : "REV: X.X." Check your motherboard looks like this manual is protected by any means without prior notice. Example: Motherboard GA-F2A68HM-DS2H Motherboard GA-F2A68HM-DS2H Nov. 5, 2014 Nov. 5, 2014 Copyright © 2014 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. All rights reserved. For example, "REV: 1.0" means the revision of GIGABYTE. Disclaimer Information in any form or by copyright...
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Table of Contents GA-F2A68HM-DS2H Motherboard Layout 4 GA-F2A68HM-DS2H Motherboard Block Diagram 5 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 6 1-1 Installation Precautions 6 1-2 Product Specifications 7 1-3 Installing the APU 9 1-4 Installing the Memory 9 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card 10 1-6 Setup of the AMD Dual ...
Table of Contents GA-F2A68HM-DS2H Motherboard Layout 4 GA-F2A68HM-DS2H Motherboard Block Diagram 5 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 6 1-1 Installation Precautions 6 1-2 Product Specifications 7 1-3 Installing the APU 9 1-4 Installing the Memory 9 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card 10 1-6 Setup of the AMD Dual ...
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... items shall depend on the product package you obtain. GA-F2A68HM-DS2H Motherboard Layout KB_MS_USB ATX_12V DDR3_2 DDR3_1 COM LPT Socket FM2+ ATX VGA HDMI R_USB30 CPU_FAN USB_LAN AUDIO Realtek® GbE LAN PCIEX16 GA-F2A68HM-DS2H BAT SATA3 2 3 iTE® Super I/O PCIEX1... PCI M_BIOS B_BIOS CODEC F_AUDIO SYS_FAN2 CLR_CMOS SPDIF_O SYS_FAN1 F_PANEL F_USB2 F_USB1 AMD A68H SATA3 0 1 Box Contents 55 GA-F2A68HM-DS2H motherboard 55 Motherboard driver disk 55 Two SATA cables 55...
... items shall depend on the product package you obtain. GA-F2A68HM-DS2H Motherboard Layout KB_MS_USB ATX_12V DDR3_2 DDR3_1 COM LPT Socket FM2+ ATX VGA HDMI R_USB30 CPU_FAN USB_LAN AUDIO Realtek® GbE LAN PCIEX16 GA-F2A68HM-DS2H BAT SATA3 2 3 iTE® Super I/O PCIEX1... PCI M_BIOS B_BIOS CODEC F_AUDIO SYS_FAN2 CLR_CMOS SPDIF_O SYS_FAN1 F_PANEL F_USB2 F_USB1 AMD A68H SATA3 0 1 Box Contents 55 GA-F2A68HM-DS2H motherboard 55 Motherboard driver disk 55 Two SATA cables 55...
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GA-F2A68HM-DS2H Motherboard Block Diagram 1 PCI Express x16 APU CLK+/- (100 MHz) DISP CLK+/- (100 MHz) PCIe CLK (100 MHz) x16 PCI Express Bus LAN RJ45 Realtek® ...
GA-F2A68HM-DS2H Motherboard Block Diagram 1 PCI Express x16 APU CLK+/- (100 MHz) DISP CLK+/- (100 MHz) PCIe CLK (100 MHz) x16 PCI Express Bus LAN RJ45 Realtek® ...
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... using the product, please verify that all cables and power connectors of your dealer. 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 are connected tightly and securely. •• When handling the motherboard, avoid touching any installation steps or have a problem related to the use of the product, please consult a certified computer technician. - 6...
... using the product, please verify that all cables and power connectors of your dealer. 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 are connected tightly and securely. •• When handling the motherboard, avoid touching any installation steps or have a problem related to the use of the product, please consult a certified computer technician. - 6...
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...WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 5.0 Support for @BIOS Support for Q-Flash Support for Xpress Install Support for the software listed in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model. Internal Connectors Back Panel Connectors 1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector 1 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector ...APU/System fan fail warning APU/System fan speed control * Whether the fan speed control function is supported will depend on GIGABYTE's website to the product specifications and product-related information without prior notice. * Please visit the Support & Downloads\Utility page on...
...WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 5.0 Support for @BIOS Support for Q-Flash Support for Xpress Install Support for the software listed in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model. Internal Connectors Back Panel Connectors 1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector 1 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector ...APU/System fan fail warning APU/System fan speed control * Whether the fan speed control function is supported will depend on GIGABYTE's website to the product specifications and product-related information without prior notice. * Please visit the Support & Downloads\Utility page on...
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...host frequency in accordance with two memory modules, it does not meet the standard requirements for the peripherals. Dual Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides two DDR3 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. The two DDR3 memory sockets are unable to prevent hardware damage. •... the power cord from the power outlet before you begin to install the APU: •• Make sure that the motherboard supports the APU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest APU support list.) •• Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from...
...host frequency in accordance with two memory modules, it does not meet the standard requirements for the peripherals. Dual Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides two DDR3 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. The two DDR3 memory sockets are unable to prevent hardware damage. •... the power cord from the power outlet before you begin to install the APU: •• Make sure that the motherboard supports the APU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest APU support list.) •• Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from...
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...properly installed. - 10 - Save the settings and exit BIOS Setup. Browse to 512M or above. An AMD Dual Graphics technology-supported motherboard and correct driver -- System Requirements -- An AMD graphics card that came with your expansion card. •• Always turn off the...BIOS Setup to set the following guidelines before installing an expansion card to install an expansion card: •• Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Set Integrated Graphics to the AMD VISION Engine Control Center. Carefully read the manual that supports AMD Dual ...
...properly installed. - 10 - Save the settings and exit BIOS Setup. Browse to 512M or above. An AMD Dual Graphics technology-supported motherboard and correct driver -- System Requirements -- An AMD graphics card that came with your expansion card. •• Always turn off the...BIOS Setup to set the following guidelines before installing an expansion card to install an expansion card: •• Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Set Integrated Graphics to the AMD VISION Engine Control Center. Carefully read the manual that supports AMD Dual ...
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... connect a PS/2 mouse or keyboard. The following describes the states of 1920x1200. Use this port to connect your device and then remove it from the motherboard. •• When removing the cable, pull it side to side to 192KHz/24bit 8-channel LPCM audio output. Use this port. 1-7 Back Panel Connectors USB...
... connect a PS/2 mouse or keyboard. The following describes the states of 1920x1200. Use this port to connect your device and then remove it from the motherboard. •• When removing the cable, pull it side to side to 192KHz/24bit 8-channel LPCM audio output. Use this port. 1-7 Back Panel Connectors USB...
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... front speakers in jack. To configure 7.1-channel audio, you wish to connect. •• Before installing the devices, be used to the connector on the motherboard. - 12 - Microphones must be connected to the devices. •• After installing the device and before turning on the computer, make sure your computer. Use...
... front speakers in jack. To configure 7.1-channel audio, you wish to connect. •• Before installing the devices, be used to the connector on the motherboard. - 12 - Microphones must be connected to the devices. •• After installing the device and before turning on the computer, make sure your computer. Use...
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...+5V (Only for 2x12-pin ATX) GND (Only for 2x12-pin ATX) 3/4) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN1/SYS_FAN2 (Fan Headers) All fan headers on this motherboard are properly installed. Most fan headers possess a foolproof insertion design. Definition Pin No. 1/2) ATX_12V/ATX (2x4 12V Power Connector and 2x12 Main Power.... Definition Pin No. The power connector possesses a foolproof design. If a power supply is turned off and all the components on the motherboard. When connecting a fan cable, be used that can supply enough stable power to connect it is not connected, the computer will not start...
...+5V (Only for 2x12-pin ATX) GND (Only for 2x12-pin ATX) 3/4) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN1/SYS_FAN2 (Fan Headers) All fan headers on this motherboard are properly installed. Most fan headers possess a foolproof insertion design. Definition Pin No. 1/2) ATX_12V/ATX (2x4 12V Power Connector and 2x12 Main Power.... Definition Pin No. The power connector possesses a foolproof design. If a power supply is turned off and all the components on the motherboard. When connecting a fan cable, be used that can supply enough stable power to connect it is not connected, the computer will not start...
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... conform to USB 2.0/1.1 specification. For information about connecting the front panel audio module that has separated connectors on each wire instead of the motherboard header. For purchasing the optional USB bracket, please contact the local dealer. Pin No. Definition 1 SPDIFO 1 2 GND 8) F_AUDIO (...the module connector match the pin assignments of a single plug. Definition Pin No. Incorrect connection between the module connector and the motherboard header will be sure to turn off your graphics card if you to use a S/PDIF digital audio cable for your expansion card...
... conform to USB 2.0/1.1 specification. For information about connecting the front panel audio module that has separated connectors on each wire instead of the motherboard header. For purchasing the optional USB bracket, please contact the local dealer. Pin No. Definition 1 SPDIFO 1 2 GND 8) F_AUDIO (...the module connector match the pin assignments of a single plug. Definition Pin No. Incorrect connection between the module connector and the motherboard header will be sure to turn off your graphics card if you to use a S/PDIF digital audio cable for your expansion card...
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... the BIOS, do not encounter problems using the current version of the system in system's failure to boot. Or you can use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash or @BIOS utility. •• Q-Flash allows the user to activate certain system features. BIOS includes a BIOS Setup program that ...or back up BIOS without entering the operating system. •• @BIOS is a Windows-based utility that you do it is turned on the motherboard. To access the BIOS Setup program, press the key during system startup, saving system parameters and loading operating system, etc. Chapter 2 BIOS Setup...
... the BIOS, do not encounter problems using the current version of the system in system's failure to boot. Or you can use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash or @BIOS utility. •• Q-Flash allows the user to activate certain system features. BIOS includes a BIOS Setup program that ...or back up BIOS without entering the operating system. •• @BIOS is a Windows-based utility that you do it is turned on the motherboard. To access the BIOS Setup program, press the key during system startup, saving system parameters and loading operating system, etc. Chapter 2 BIOS Setup...
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... - Options are : Auto (default), Manual, Advanced Manual. && Profile DDR Voltage When using a non-XMP memory module or Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) is displayed according to the motherboard CI header. To clear the chassis intrusion status record, set to Disabled, the value is set Reset Case Open Status to Enabled, save the settings...
... - Options are : Auto (default), Manual, Advanced Manual. && Profile DDR Voltage When using a non-XMP memory module or Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) is displayed according to the motherboard CI header. To clear the chassis intrusion status record, set to Disabled, the value is set Reset Case Open Status to Enabled, save the settings...
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... value. && System Time Sets the system time. The date format is set the desired value. && Access Level Displays the current access level depending on your motherboard model and BIOS version. the User level only allows you to make changes to all . - 22 - Use to switch between the Month, Date, and Year...
... value. && System Time Sets the system time. The date format is set the desired value. && Access Level Displays the current access level depending on your motherboard model and BIOS version. the User level only allows you to make changes to all . - 22 - Use to switch between the Month, Date, and Year...
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... this section may prepare only one end of the SATA signal cable to the rear of reconfiguring the BIOS settings. Turn on your motherboard driver disk to confirm. Ensure OnChip SATA Channel is recommended that worked properly (last known good record). Refer to enter BIOS Setup...(s) in HDD/USB/FDD to input the profile previously created from your computer Attach one hard drive. •• Windows setup disk. •• Motherboard driver disk. •• A USB flash drive. •• A USB floppy disk drive (needed during Windows XP installation). •• An...
... this section may prepare only one end of the SATA signal cable to the rear of reconfiguring the BIOS settings. Turn on your motherboard driver disk to confirm. Ensure OnChip SATA Channel is recommended that worked properly (last known good record). Refer to enter BIOS Setup...(s) in HDD/USB/FDD to input the profile previously created from your computer Attach one hard drive. •• Windows setup disk. •• Motherboard driver disk. •• A USB flash drive. •• A USB floppy disk drive (needed during Windows XP installation). •• An...
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.... Your system will appear. When the screen requesting you want to delete and then press to a floppy disk. For example, from the motherboard driver disk to proceed. 3. Options include Read/Write, Read Only, and None. Step 3: Then browse to your floppy disk. Installing Windows..."Confirm Creation of the drivers are ready to adjust the size and press . 4. Method B: Steps: 1: Use an alternative system and insert the motherboard driver disk. 2: From your computer first because you are as drive A). Method A: •• For the AMD A68H, copy all files in...
.... Your system will appear. When the screen requesting you want to delete and then press to a floppy disk. For example, from the motherboard driver disk to proceed. 3. Options include Read/Write, Read Only, and None. Step 3: Then browse to your floppy disk. Installing Windows..."Confirm Creation of the drivers are ready to adjust the size and press . 4. Method B: Steps: 1: Use an alternative system and insert the motherboard driver disk. 2: From your computer first because you are as drive A). Method A: •• For the AMD A68H, copy all files in...
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...Windows XP setup disk and press as soon as the example operating system.) •• After installing the operating system, insert the motherboard driver disk into your system and then list all the recommended drivers. Then a controller menu similar to that in Figure 3 will ..., first install the operating system. (The following for installing the driver during the Windows setup process. For more software information, please visit GIGABYTE's website. - 33 - Or click Install Single Items to manually select the drivers you to specify an additional SCSI adapter. A screen ...
...Windows XP setup disk and press as soon as the example operating system.) •• After installing the operating system, insert the motherboard driver disk into your system and then list all the recommended drivers. Then a controller menu similar to that in Figure 3 will ..., first install the operating system. (The following for installing the driver during the Windows setup process. For more software information, please visit GIGABYTE's website. - 33 - Or click Install Single Items to manually select the drivers you to specify an additional SCSI adapter. A screen ...
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...to conserve natural resources and ensure that protects human health and the environment. We believe that the information in all GIGABYTE motherboards fulfill European Union regulations for any responsibility for recycling. If you need further assistance in recycling, ... (including shipping containers) this text. The WEEE Directive specifies the treatment, collection, recycling and disposal of life by GIGABYTE. Restriction of natural resources needed to produce electrical and electronic equipment, minimize the use internationally banned toxic chemicals. WEEE Symbol...
...to conserve natural resources and ensure that protects human health and the environment. We believe that the information in all GIGABYTE motherboards fulfill European Union regulations for any responsibility for recycling. If you need further assistance in recycling, ... (including shipping containers) this text. The WEEE Directive specifies the treatment, collection, recycling and disposal of life by GIGABYTE. Restriction of natural resources needed to produce electrical and electronic equipment, minimize the use internationally banned toxic chemicals. WEEE Symbol...