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...; i7 series processor/Intel® Core™ i5 series processor/ Intel® Core™ i3 series processor in the LGA1156 package (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) L3 cache varies with CPU Chipset Intel® H55 Express Chipset Memory Onboard Graphics Audio 4 x 1.5V DDR3 DIMM sockets...
...; i7 series processor/Intel® Core™ i5 series processor/ Intel® Core™ i3 series processor in the LGA1156 package (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) L3 cache varies with CPU Chipset Intel® H55 Express Chipset Memory Onboard Graphics Audio 4 x 1.5V DDR3 DIMM sockets...
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... to x4 mode when ATI CrossFireX™ is enabled. (Note 8) Whether the CPU/system fan speed control function is supported will depend on the CPU/system cooler you must install an Intel CPU with integrated graphics. (Note 3) The DVI-D port does not support D-Sub connection by adapter. (Note 4) You can use only one PCI Express...
... to x4 mode when ATI CrossFireX™ is enabled. (Note 8) Whether the CPU/system fan speed control function is supported will depend on the CPU/system cooler you must install an Intel CPU with integrated graphics. (Note 3) The DVI-D port does not support D-Sub connection by adapter. (Note 4) You can use only one PCI Express...
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... the standard requirements for the latest CPU support list.) • Always turn on the computer if the CPU cooler is not recommended that the system bus frequency be inserted if oriented incorrectly. (Or you begin to install the CPU: • Make sure that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. 1-3 Installing the...
... the standard requirements for the latest CPU support list.) • Always turn on the computer if the CPU cooler is not recommended that the system bus frequency be inserted if oriented incorrectly. (Or you begin to install the CPU: • Make sure that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. 1-3 Installing the...
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...brand, speed, and chips be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. DS/SS Four Modules DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS (SS=Single-Sided, DS=Double-Sided, "- -"=No Memory) DDR3_2 DDR3_1 DDR3_4 DDR3_3 Due to CPU limitations, read the following : Channel 0: DDR3_1, DDR3_2 Channel... are unable to insert the memory, switch the direction. 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides four DDR3 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. 1-4 Installing the Memory Read the following guidelines before you are divided into two channels and each channel has two...
...brand, speed, and chips be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. DS/SS Four Modules DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS (SS=Single-Sided, DS=Double-Sided, "- -"=No Memory) DDR3_2 DDR3_1 DDR3_4 DDR3_3 Due to CPU limitations, read the following : Channel 0: DDR3_1, DDR3_2 Channel... are unable to insert the memory, switch the direction. 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides four DDR3 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. 1-4 Installing the Memory Read the following guidelines before you are divided into two channels and each channel has two...
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...jack. DisplayPortj, HDMI, and DVI-D) for line in devices such as an optical drive, walkman, etc. Before using this feature, ensure that supports digital optical audio. In addition to the default speakers settings, the ~ audio jacks can use only one of the LAN port LEDs. Use ... electrical short inside the cable connector. Rear Speaker Out Jack (Black) Use this jack. Microphones must install an Intel CPU with integrated graphics. (Note 2) The DVI-D port does not support D-Sub connection by adapter. (Note 3) You can be connected to this audio jack to a back panel connector, ...
...jack. DisplayPortj, HDMI, and DVI-D) for line in devices such as an optical drive, walkman, etc. Before using this feature, ensure that supports digital optical audio. In addition to the default speakers settings, the ~ audio jacks can use only one of the LAN port LEDs. Use ... electrical short inside the cable connector. Rear Speaker Out Jack (Black) Use this jack. Microphones must install an Intel CPU with integrated graphics. (Note 2) The DVI-D port does not support D-Sub connection by adapter. (Note 3) You can be connected to this audio jack to a back panel connector, ...
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... not place a jumper cap on the headers. 6) FDD (Floppy Disk Drive Connector) This connector is typically designated by a stripe of floppy disk drives supported are not configuration jumper blocks. CPU_FAN: 1 Pin No. Definition 1 GND 2 +12V 3 Sense • Be sure to connect fan cables to the...header (CPU_FAN), a 4-pin (SYS_FAN2) and two 3-pin (SYS_ FAN1) system fan headers, and a 3-pin power fan header (PWR_FAN). The motherboard supports CPU fan speed control, which requires the use of the connector and the floppy disk drive cable. Definition 1 GND CPU_FAN 2 +12V / Speed Control 3...
... not place a jumper cap on the headers. 6) FDD (Floppy Disk Drive Connector) This connector is typically designated by a stripe of floppy disk drives supported are not configuration jumper blocks. CPU_FAN: 1 Pin No. Definition 1 GND 2 +12V 3 Sense • Be sure to connect fan cables to the...header (CPU_FAN), a 4-pin (SYS_FAN2) and two 3-pin (SYS_ FAN1) system fan headers, and a 3-pin power fan header (PWR_FAN). The motherboard supports CPU fan speed control, which requires the use of the connector and the floppy disk drive cable. Definition 1 GND CPU_FAN 2 +12V / Speed Control 3...
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... BCLK Frequency (Mhz) Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) (Note) System Memory Multiplier (SPD) Memory Frequency (Mhz) 1333 PCI Express Frequency (Mhz) >>>>> Advanced Clock Control CPU Clock Drive PCI Express Clock Drive CPU Clock Skew [20X] 2.66GHz (133x20) [Press Enter] [Auto] 4.8GHz [Disabled] 133 [Disabled] [Auto] 1333 [Auto] [800mV] [900mV] [0ps... the overclock/overvoltage settings you made is for advanced users only and we recommend you install a memory module that supports this occurs, clear the CMOS values and reset the board to default values.) M.I.T.
... BCLK Frequency (Mhz) Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) (Note) System Memory Multiplier (SPD) Memory Frequency (Mhz) 1333 PCI Express Frequency (Mhz) >>>>> Advanced Clock Control CPU Clock Drive PCI Express Clock Drive CPU Clock Skew [20X] 2.66GHz (133x20) [Press Enter] [Auto] 4.8GHz [Disabled] 133 [Disabled] [Auto] 1333 [Auto] [800mV] [900mV] [0ps... the overclock/overvoltage settings you made is for advanced users only and we recommend you install a memory module that supports this occurs, clear the CMOS values and reset the board to default values.) M.I.T.
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...CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2009 Award Software Advanced CPU Core Features Intel(R) Turbo Boost Tech. (Note) CPU Cores Enabled (Note) CPU Multi-Threading (Note) CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) (Note) C3/C6/C7 State Support (Note) CPU Thermal Monitor (Note) CPU EIST Function (Note) Bi-Directional PROCHOT (Note) [... to enable multi-threading technology when using an Intel CPU that support multi-processor mode. (Default: Enabled) CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) (Note) Enables or disables Intel CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) function, a CPU power-saving function in system halt state. Auto lets...
...CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2009 Award Software Advanced CPU Core Features Intel(R) Turbo Boost Tech. (Note) CPU Cores Enabled (Note) CPU Multi-Threading (Note) CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) (Note) C3/C6/C7 State Support (Note) CPU Thermal Monitor (Note) CPU EIST Function (Note) Bi-Directional PROCHOT (Note) [... to enable multi-threading technology when using an Intel CPU that support multi-processor mode. (Default: Enabled) CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) (Note) Enables or disables Intel CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) function, a CPU power-saving function in system halt state. Auto lets...
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... Displays the current operating QPI link speed. >>>>> Standard Clock Control Base Clock(BCLK) Control Enables or disables the control of CPU base clock. C3/C6/C7 State Support (Note) Allows you to determine whether to emit PROCHOT signals. When en- The C3/C6/C7 state is highly recommended that... supports this set the CPU base clock. Important: It is a more information about Intel CPUs' unique features, please visit Intel's website. - 37 - Only allows the CPU to detect whether an overheating is occurring to let the CPU enter C3/C6/C7 mode in ...
... Displays the current operating QPI link speed. >>>>> Standard Clock Control Base Clock(BCLK) Control Enables or disables the control of CPU base clock. C3/C6/C7 State Support (Note) Allows you to determine whether to emit PROCHOT signals. When en- The C3/C6/C7 state is highly recommended that... supports this set the CPU base clock. Important: It is a more information about Intel CPUs' unique features, please visit Intel's website. - 37 - Only allows the CPU to detect whether an overheating is occurring to let the CPU enter C3/C6/C7 mode in ...
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... the Chipset clock. Auto sets the PCIe clock frequency to standard 100 MHz. (Default: Auto) >>>>> Advanced Clock Control CPU Clock Drive Allows you to manually set the CPU clock prior to set the PCIe clock frequency. Options are: 0ps~750ps. (Default: 0ps) (Note) This item appears ...(Mhz) Allows you to the BCLK Frequency(Mhz) and System Memory Multiplier settings. Options are : 700mV, 800mV (default), 900mV, 1000mV. CPU Clock Skew Allows you install a memory module that is the memory frequency that supports this function. (Default) Profile1 Uses Profile 1 settings.
... the Chipset clock. Auto sets the PCIe clock frequency to standard 100 MHz. (Default: Auto) >>>>> Advanced Clock Control CPU Clock Drive Allows you to manually set the CPU clock prior to set the PCIe clock frequency. Options are: 0ps~750ps. (Default: 0ps) (Note) This item appears ...(Mhz) Allows you to the BCLK Frequency(Mhz) and System Memory Multiplier settings. Options are : 700mV, 800mV (default), 900mV, 1000mV. CPU Clock Skew Allows you install a memory module that is the memory frequency that supports this function. (Default) Profile1 Uses Profile 1 settings.
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...When Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) is set to Profile1 or Profile2, this item will display the value based on the SPD data on the CPU being used . (Note) This item appears only if you to set to the BCLK Frequency(Mhz) and System Memory Multiplier settings. ...on the XMP memory. Options are: Auto (default), Quick, Expert. Disabled Disables this feature. - 39 - the second is the memory frequency that supports this function. (Default) Profile1 Uses Profile 1 settings. Profile DDR Voltage When using a non-XMP memory module or Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) is set ...
...When Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) is set to Profile1 or Profile2, this item will display the value based on the SPD data on the CPU being used . (Note) This item appears only if you to set to the BCLK Frequency(Mhz) and System Memory Multiplier settings. ...on the XMP memory. Options are: Auto (default), Quick, Expert. Disabled Disables this feature. - 39 - the second is the memory frequency that supports this function. (Default) Profile1 Uses Profile 1 settings. Profile DDR Voltage When using a non-XMP memory module or Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) is set ...
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...Auto. The default is present only if you install a CPU that supports this feature. Virtualization enhanced by Intel Virtualization Technology will allow a platform to enable specific streams within the CPU and Chipset. (Default: Enabled) Virtualization Technology (Note) ...Address VRef. The default is Auto. Miscellaneous Settings CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2009 Award Software Miscellaneous Settings Isochronous Support Virtualization Technology (Note) [Enabled] [Enabled] Item Help Menu Level Move Enter: Select F5: Previous Values +/-/PU...
...Auto. The default is present only if you install a CPU that supports this feature. Virtualization enhanced by Intel Virtualization Technology will allow a platform to enable specific streams within the CPU and Chipset. (Default: Enabled) Virtualization Technology (Note) ...Address VRef. The default is Auto. Miscellaneous Settings CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2009 Award Software Miscellaneous Settings Isochronous Support Virtualization Technology (Note) [Enabled] [Enabled] Item Help Menu Level Move Enter: Select F5: Previous Values +/-/PU...
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... booting the system and for entering the BIOS Setup program. (Note) This item is required every time the system boots, or only when you install a CPU that supports this feature. to 3 (Note) No-Execute Memory Protect (Note) Delay For HDD (Secs) Full Screen LOGO Show Backup BIOS Image to exit this item...
... booting the system and for entering the BIOS Setup program. (Note) This item is required every time the system boots, or only when you install a CPU that supports this feature. to 3 (Note) No-Execute Memory Protect (Note) Delay For HDD (Secs) Full Screen LOGO Show Backup BIOS Image to exit this item...
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to 3 (Note) Allows you to determine whether to display the GIGABYTE Logo at system startup. This function may enhance protection for display. Disabled displays normal POST message. (Default: Enabled) Backup BIOS Image to HDD Allows the ... will use only this memory for the computer, reducing exposure to issue warnings when a third party hardware monitor utility is present only if you install a CPU that supports this feature. For more information about Intel CPUs' unique features, please visit Intel's website. - 47 - porting software and system. (Default: Enabled) Delay For HDD...
to 3 (Note) Allows you to determine whether to display the GIGABYTE Logo at system startup. This function may enhance protection for display. Disabled displays normal POST message. (Default: Enabled) Backup BIOS Image to HDD Allows the ... will use only this memory for the computer, reducing exposure to issue warnings when a third party hardware monitor utility is present only if you install a CPU that supports this feature. For more information about Intel CPUs' unique features, please visit Intel's website. - 47 - porting software and system. (Default: Enabled) Delay For HDD...
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...(s) (or above) to achieve desired system performance. (Note) After making changes in Windows environment. 4-3 EasyTune 6 GIGABYTE's EasyTune 6 is not supported. The Smart tab allows you fully know each function of CPU frequency/base clock to choose to enable support for these components. Incorrectly doing overclock/overvoltage may differ by motherboard model. Before you do...
...(s) (or above) to achieve desired system performance. (Note) After making changes in Windows environment. 4-3 EasyTune 6 GIGABYTE's EasyTune 6 is not supported. The Smart tab allows you fully know each function of CPU frequency/base clock to choose to enable support for these components. Incorrectly doing overclock/overvoltage may differ by motherboard model. Before you do...
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... might fail. Yes Check if there is display on , is the CPU cooler running? The problem is verified and solved. No The graphics card, expansion slot, or monitor might fail. Select "Save & Exit Setup" to see if ... as possible. Appendix - 88 - Yes Turn off the computer and connect the IDE/SATA devices. The problem is verified and solved. Or go to the Support&Downloads\Technical Service Zone page to submit your problem, contact the place of purchase or local dealer for help. Plug in the keyboard and mouse...
... might fail. Yes Check if there is display on , is the CPU cooler running? The problem is verified and solved. No The graphics card, expansion slot, or monitor might fail. Select "Save & Exit Setup" to see if ... as possible. Appendix - 88 - Yes Turn off the computer and connect the IDE/SATA devices. The problem is verified and solved. Or go to the Support&Downloads\Technical Service Zone page to submit your problem, contact the place of purchase or local dealer for help. Plug in the keyboard and mouse...