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... Layout 6 GA-H61M-D2-B3/GA-H61M-S2V-B3 Motherboard Block Diagram 7 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 8 1-1 Installation Precautions 8 1-2 Product Specifications 9 1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler 11 1-4 Installing the Memory 12 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card 12 1-6 Back Panel Connectors 13 1-7 Internal Connectors 14 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 22 2-1 Startup Screen 22 2-2 The Main Menu 22 2-3 MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T 23 2-4 Standard CMOS Features 30 2-5 Advanced BIOS Features 31 2-6 Integrated Peripherals 33 2-7 Power Management Setup 34 2-8 PC Health Status 36 2-9 Load...
... Layout 6 GA-H61M-D2-B3/GA-H61M-S2V-B3 Motherboard Block Diagram 7 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 8 1-1 Installation Precautions 8 1-2 Product Specifications 9 1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler 11 1-4 Installing the Memory 12 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card 12 1-6 Back Panel Connectors 13 1-7 Internal Connectors 14 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 22 2-1 Startup Screen 22 2-2 The Main Menu 22 2-3 MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T 23 2-4 Standard CMOS Features 30 2-5 Advanced BIOS Features 31 2-6 Integrated Peripherals 33 2-7 Power Management Setup 34 2-8 PC Health Status 36 2-9 Load...
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... of system memory * Due to Windows 32-bit operating system limitation, when more than 4 GB of 1920x1200 * The DVI-D port does not support D-Sub connection by adapter. Realtek ALC889 codec High Definition Audio 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel * To enable 7.1-channel audio, you have to the internal USB headers) 1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector 4 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors 1 x CPU fan header 1 x system fan header 1 x front panel header 1 x front panel audio header 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers "*" The GA-H61M-D2-B3 adopts All-Solid...
... of system memory * Due to Windows 32-bit operating system limitation, when more than 4 GB of 1920x1200 * The DVI-D port does not support D-Sub connection by adapter. Realtek ALC889 codec High Definition Audio 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel * To enable 7.1-channel audio, you have to the internal USB headers) 1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector 4 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors 1 x CPU fan header 1 x system fan header 1 x front panel header 1 x front panel audio header 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers "*" The GA-H61M-D2-B3 adopts All-Solid...
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...; 1 x serial port header 1 x power LED header 1 x chassis intrusion header 1 x clearing CMOS jumper 1 x PS/2 keyboard port 1 x PS/2 mouse port 1 x D-Sub port 1 x DVI-D port 6 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 1 x RJ-45 port 3 x audio jacks (Line In/Line Out/Microphone) I/O Controller iTE IT8728 chip Hardware System voltage detection Monitor CPU/System temperature detection CPU/System fan speed...
...; 1 x serial port header 1 x power LED header 1 x chassis intrusion header 1 x clearing CMOS jumper 1 x PS/2 keyboard port 1 x PS/2 mouse port 1 x D-Sub port 1 x DVI-D port 6 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 1 x RJ-45 port 3 x audio jacks (Line In/Line Out/Microphone) I/O Controller iTE IT8728 chip Hardware System voltage detection Monitor CPU/System temperature detection CPU/System fan speed...
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... Due to CPU limitations, read the manual that came with two memory modules, 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 installing the memory in only one DDR3 memory module is installed. 222 When enabling Dual Channel mode with your expansion card. • Always turn off the...
... Due to CPU limitations, read the manual that came with two memory modules, 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 installing the memory in only one DDR3 memory module is installed. 222 When enabling Dual Channel mode with your expansion card. • Always turn off the...
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... fan headers are compatible with fan speed control design. Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device. 77 SATA2_1 SATA2_0 SATA2_3 SATA2_2 11 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Definition GND TXP TXN GND RXN RXP GND Hardware Installation - 16 - The motherboard supports CPU fan speed control, which requires the use of the SATA cable to prevent your SATA hard drive. Definition 1 GND 2 +12V /Speed Control 3 Sense 4 Speed Control 1 SYS_FAN SYS_FAN: Pin No. Do not place a jumper cap on the headers. 5) SATA2_0/1/2/3 (SATA 3Gb/s Connectors) The SATA connectors conform to connect it...
... fan headers are compatible with fan speed control design. Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device. 77 SATA2_1 SATA2_0 SATA2_3 SATA2_2 11 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Definition GND TXP TXN GND RXN RXP GND Hardware Installation - 16 - The motherboard supports CPU fan speed control, which requires the use of the SATA cable to prevent your SATA hard drive. Definition 1 GND 2 +12V /Speed Control 3 Sense 4 Speed Control 1 SYS_FAN SYS_FAN: Pin No. Do not place a jumper cap on the headers. 5) SATA2_0/1/2/3 (SATA 3Gb/s Connectors) The SATA connectors conform to connect it...
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... device unable to USB 2.0/1.1 specification. ously. •• Some chassis provide a front panel audio module that has different wire assignments, please contact the chassis manufacturer. 8) F_USB1/2 (USB 2.0/1.1 Headers) The headers conform to work or even damage it. You may connect your computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to installing the USB bracket, be present on each wire instead of the motherboard header. Definition Pin...
... device unable to USB 2.0/1.1 specification. ously. •• Some chassis provide a front panel audio module that has different wire assignments, please contact the chassis manufacturer. 8) F_USB1/2 (USB 2.0/1.1 Headers) The headers conform to work or even damage it. You may connect your computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to installing the USB bracket, be present on each wire instead of the motherboard header. Definition Pin...
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... object like a screwdriver to remove the jumper cap from the battery holder and wait for one . You may clear the CMOS values by removing the battery: 111 Turn off your computer and unplug the power cord. 222 Gently remove the battery from the jumper. 13) CLR_CMOS (Clearing CMOS Jumper) Use this jumper to factory defaults. date information and BIOS configurations) and reset the CMOS values to clear the CMOS values (e.g. Failure to do so may...
... object like a screwdriver to remove the jumper cap from the battery holder and wait for one . You may clear the CMOS values by removing the battery: 111 Turn off your computer and unplug the power cord. 222 Gently remove the battery from the jumper. 13) CLR_CMOS (Clearing CMOS Jumper) Use this jumper to factory defaults. date information and BIOS configurations) and reset the CMOS values to clear the CMOS values (e.g. Failure to do so may...
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...-menu. (Sample BIOS Version: GA-H61M-D2-B3 D13) CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2011 Award Software MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) Standard CMOS Features Advanced BIOS Features Integrated Peripherals Power Management Setup PC Health Status Load Fail-Safe Defaults Load Optimized Defaults Set Supervisor Password Set User Password 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 boot. To upgrade the BIOS, use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash...
...-menu. (Sample BIOS Version: GA-H61M-D2-B3 D13) CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2011 Award Software MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) Standard CMOS Features Advanced BIOS Features Integrated Peripherals Power Management Setup PC Health Status Load Fail-Safe Defaults Load Optimized Defaults Set Supervisor Password Set User Password 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 boot. To upgrade the BIOS, use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash...
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... select the profile you wish to load, then press to complete. 2-3 MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2011 Award Software MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) } M.I.T Current Status } Advanced Frequency Settings } Advanced Memory Settings } Advanced Voltage Settings } Miscellaneous Settings [Press Enter] [Press Enter] [Press Enter] [Press Enter] [Press Enter] Item Help Menu Level BIOS Version BCLK CPU Frequency Memory Frequency Total Memory Size CPU Temperature Vcore DRAM Voltage D13 99.80 MHz 3094.12...
... select the profile you wish to load, then press to complete. 2-3 MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2011 Award Software MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) } M.I.T Current Status } Advanced Frequency Settings } Advanced Memory Settings } Advanced Voltage Settings } Miscellaneous Settings [Press Enter] [Press Enter] [Press Enter] [Press Enter] [Press Enter] Item Help Menu Level BIOS Version BCLK CPU Frequency Memory Frequency Total Memory Size CPU Temperature Vcore DRAM Voltage D13 99.80 MHz 3094.12...
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... determine whether to enable all CPU cores. (Default) 1 Enables only one CPU core. 2 Enables only two CPU cores. 3 Enables only three CPU cores. (Note) This item is dependent on the CPU being installed. When the CPU current exceeds the specified current limit, the CPU will automatically reduce the core frequency in order to reduce the current. CPU Frequency Displays the current operating CPU frequency. `` Advanced CPU Core Features CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2011 Award Software Advanced CPU Core Features CPU Clock Ratio CPU Frequency Intel(R) Turbo...
... determine whether to enable all CPU cores. (Default) 1 Enables only one CPU core. 2 Enables only two CPU cores. 3 Enables only three CPU cores. (Note) This item is dependent on the CPU being installed. When the CPU current exceeds the specified current limit, the CPU will automatically reduce the core frequency in order to reduce the current. CPU Frequency Displays the current operating CPU frequency. `` Advanced CPU Core Features CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2011 Award Software Advanced CPU Core Features CPU Clock Ratio CPU Frequency Intel(R) Turbo...
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...Lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) CPU EIST Function (Note) Enables or disables Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology (EIST). When enabled, the CPU core frequency and voltage will be emitted to lower CPU performance to the System Memory Multiplier settings. Auto sets memory multiplier according to decrease power consumption. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default) Enabled When the CPU or chipset detects that an overheating is automatically adjusted according to decrease heat production. Internal Graphics Clock Allows...
...Lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) CPU EIST Function (Note) Enables or disables Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology (EIST). When enabled, the CPU core frequency and voltage will be emitted to lower CPU performance to the System Memory Multiplier settings. Auto sets memory multiplier according to decrease power consumption. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default) Enabled When the CPU or chipset detects that an overheating is automatically adjusted according to decrease heat production. Internal Graphics Clock Allows...
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...CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2011 Award Software Advanced Memory Settings System Memory Multiplier (SPD) Memory Frequency (Mhz) 1333 Performance Enhance DRAM Timing Selectable (SPD) Profile DDR Voltage Profile VTT Voltage x Channel Interleaving x Rank Interleaving >>>>> Channel A } Channel A Timing Settings >>>>> Channel B } Channel B Timing Settings [Auto] 1333 [Turbo] [Auto] 1.5V 1.05V Auto Auto [Press Enter] [Press Enter] Item Help Menu Level Move Enter: Select F5: Previous Values +/-/PU/PD: Value F10: Save F6: Fail-Safe Defaults...
...CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2011 Award Software Advanced Memory Settings System Memory Multiplier (SPD) Memory Frequency (Mhz) 1333 Performance Enhance DRAM Timing Selectable (SPD) Profile DDR Voltage Profile VTT Voltage x Channel Interleaving x Rank Interleaving >>>>> Channel A } Channel A Timing Settings >>>>> Channel B } Channel B Timing Settings [Auto] 1333 [Turbo] [Auto] 1.5V 1.05V Auto Auto [Press Enter] [Press Enter] Item Help Menu Level Move Enter: Select F5: Previous Values +/-/PU/PD: Value F10: Save F6: Fail-Safe Defaults...
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.... •• Auto Lets the BIOS automatically detect SATA devices during the POST. (Default) •• Manual Allows you to CHS. Time (hh:mm:ss) Sets the system time. Options are used, set to manually enter the specifications of the three methods below: •• None If no SATA devices are : Auto (default), CHS, LBA, Large. Miscellaneous Settings CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2011 Award Software Miscellaneous Settings Isochronous Support Virtualization Technology (Note) [Enabled] [Enabled] Item Help Menu Level ...
.... •• Auto Lets the BIOS automatically detect SATA devices during the POST. (Default) •• Manual Allows you to CHS. Time (hh:mm:ss) Sets the system time. Options are used, set to manually enter the specifications of the three methods below: •• None If no SATA devices are : Auto (default), CHS, LBA, Large. Miscellaneous Settings CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2011 Award Software Miscellaneous Settings Isochronous Support Virtualization Technology (Note) [Enabled] [Enabled] Item Help Menu Level ...
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... SATA devices by the BIOS POST. 2-5 Advanced BIOS Features CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2011 Award Software Advanced BIOS Features } Hard Disk Boot Priority Quick Boot CD/DVD Boot Option First Boot Device Second Boot Device Third Boot Device Password Check HDD S.M.A.R.T. Capacity Approximate capacity of heads. Precomp Write precompensation cylinder. Sector Number of loading the operating system from the installed hard drives. to deliver greater efficiency for faster system startup. Access Mode Sets the hard drive access mode. Use...
... SATA devices by the BIOS POST. 2-5 Advanced BIOS Features CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2011 Award Software Advanced BIOS Features } Hard Disk Boot Priority Quick Boot CD/DVD Boot Option First Boot Device Second Boot Device Third Boot Device Password Check HDD S.M.A.R.T. Capacity Approximate capacity of heads. Precomp Write precompensation cylinder. Sector Number of loading the operating system from the installed hard drives. to deliver greater efficiency for faster system startup. Access Mode Sets the hard drive access mode. Use...
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.... (Default) System A password is required every time the system boots, or only when you enter BIOS Setup. Onboard Sets the onboard graphics as the first display. (Default) Onboard VGA Enables or disables the onboard graphics function. PCIE x16 Sets the PCI Express graphics card on the hard drive you wish to set up a dual view configuration, set the password(s) under the Set Supervisor/User Password item in the BIOS Main Menu. MS-DOS, for example, will use only this item to Always Enable. Capability Enables or disables the S.M.A.R.T. (Self Monitoring and Reporting Technology...
.... (Default) System A password is required every time the system boots, or only when you enter BIOS Setup. Onboard Sets the onboard graphics as the first display. (Default) Onboard VGA Enables or disables the onboard graphics function. PCIE x16 Sets the PCI Express graphics card on the hard drive you wish to set up a dual view configuration, set the password(s) under the Set Supervisor/User Password item in the BIOS Main Menu. MS-DOS, for example, will use only this item to Always Enable. Capability Enables or disables the S.M.A.R.T. (Self Monitoring and Reporting Technology...
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...Allows USB keyboard to Disabled. This feature will turn off all of using the onboard audio, set this option to Disabled if you wish to operate in Native IDE mode. Disabled Allows the SATA controllers to install a 3rd party add-in network card instead of the USB functionalities below. 2-6 Integrated Peripherals CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2011 Award Software Integrated Peripherals SATA Port0-1 Native Mode USB Controllers USB Legacy Function USB Storage Function Azalia Codec Onboard H/W LAN } SMART LAN Onboard LAN Boot ROM Onboard Serial Port...
...Allows USB keyboard to Disabled. This feature will turn off all of using the onboard audio, set this option to Disabled if you wish to operate in Native IDE mode. Disabled Allows the SATA controllers to install a 3rd party add-in network card instead of the USB functionalities below. 2-6 Integrated Peripherals CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2011 Award Software Integrated Peripherals SATA Port0-1 Native Mode USB Controllers USB Legacy Function USB Storage Function Azalia Codec Onboard H/W LAN } SMART LAN Onboard LAN Boot ROM Onboard Serial Port...
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... power button and then the system will enter suspend mode. (Note) Supported on Suspend) sleep state. S3(STR) Enables the system to enter the ACPI S3 (Suspend to RAM) sleep state (default). Onboard LAN Boot ROM Allows you to decide whether to activate the boot ROM integrated with the onboard LAN chip. (Default: Disabled) Onboard Serial Port 1 Enables or disables the first serial port and specifies its base I /O address and corresponding interrupt. Options are : 378/IRQ7 (default), 278/IRQ5, 3BC/IRQ7, Disabled. Options are : Auto...
... power button and then the system will enter suspend mode. (Note) Supported on Suspend) sleep state. S3(STR) Enables the system to enter the ACPI S3 (Suspend to RAM) sleep state (default). Onboard LAN Boot ROM Allows you to decide whether to activate the boot ROM integrated with the onboard LAN chip. (Default: Disabled) Onboard Serial Port 1 Enables or disables the first serial port and specifies its base I /O address and corresponding interrupt. Options are : 378/IRQ7 (default), 278/IRQ5, 3BC/IRQ7, Disabled. Options are : Auto...
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... HPET mode for the password, press again without entering the password to clear the password settings. Time (hh: mm: ss) Alarm: Set the time at a specific time on each day or on the +5VSB lead. Press on this function. (Default) Double Click Double click on left button on the PS/2 mouse to turn on by a PS/2 keyboard wake-up signal from a PCI or PCIe device. Disabled Disables this item. BIOS Setup Power...
... HPET mode for the password, press again without entering the password to clear the password settings. Time (hh: mm: ss) Alarm: Set the time at a specific time on each day or on the +5VSB lead. Press on this function. (Default) Double Click Double click on left button on the PS/2 mouse to turn on by a PS/2 keyboard wake-up signal from a PCI or PCIe device. Disabled Disables this item. BIOS Setup Power...
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... the CPU temperature. BIOS Setup - 36 - To clear the chassis intrusion status record, set Reset Case Open Status to Enabled, save the settings to the CMOS, and then restart your system requirements. (Default) Silent Allows the CPU fan to run at different speeds according to emit warning sound if the CPU/system fan is removed, this occurs. (Default: Disabled) CPU Smart FAN Control Allows you to enable the CPU fan speed control function and adjust the fan speed. CPU Warning Temperature Sets the warning threshold for CPU temperature...
... the CPU temperature. BIOS Setup - 36 - To clear the chassis intrusion status record, set Reset Case Open Status to Enabled, save the settings to the CMOS, and then restart your system requirements. (Default) Silent Allows the CPU fan to run at different speeds according to emit warning sound if the CPU/system fan is removed, this occurs. (Default: Disabled) CPU Smart FAN Control Allows you to enable the CPU fan speed control function and adjust the fan speed. CPU Warning Temperature Sets the warning threshold for CPU temperature...
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... key to load the safest BIOS default settings. In case system instability occurs, you to operate in optimum state. BIOS Setup This item is configurable only when CPU Smart FAN Control is enabled. However, for a 4-pin CPU fan. CPU Smart FAN Mode Specifies how to Manual. Auto Lets the BIOS automatically detect the type of CPU fan installed and sets the optimal CPU fan control mode. (Default) Voltage Sets Voltage mode for a 3-pin CPU fan or a 4-pin CPU fan. Always load the Optimized defaults after updating the BIOS or after clearing the CMOS values. - 37 - The BIOS...
... key to load the safest BIOS default settings. In case system instability occurs, you to operate in optimum state. BIOS Setup This item is configurable only when CPU Smart FAN Control is enabled. However, for a 4-pin CPU fan. CPU Smart FAN Mode Specifies how to Manual. Auto Lets the BIOS automatically detect the type of CPU fan installed and sets the optimal CPU fan control mode. (Default) Voltage Sets Voltage mode for a 3-pin CPU fan or a 4-pin CPU fan. Always load the Optimized defaults after updating the BIOS or after clearing the CMOS values. - 37 - The BIOS...