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Disclaimer Information in this manual may be made by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. Changes to the specifications and features in the use of the product, read the Quick Installation Guide included with the product. For detailed...part of the motherboard is protected by any means without prior notice. 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....
Disclaimer Information in this manual may be made by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. Changes to the specifications and features in the use of the product, read the Quick Installation Guide included with the product. For detailed...part of the motherboard is protected by any means without prior notice. 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....
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Table of Contents Box Contents...6 Optional Items...6 GA-Z77-DS3H/GA-H77-DS3H Motherboard Layout 7 GA-Z77-DS3H/GA-H77-DS3H 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 Cooler 13 1-3-1 Installing the CPU 13 1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler 15 1-4 Installing the Memory 16 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration ...
Table of Contents Box Contents...6 Optional Items...6 GA-Z77-DS3H/GA-H77-DS3H Motherboard Layout 7 GA-Z77-DS3H/GA-H77-DS3H 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 Cooler 13 1-3-1 Installing the CPU 13 1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler 15 1-4 Installing the Memory 16 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration ...
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1-2 Product Specifications CPU Chipset Memory ... DDR3 1600 MHz, you must install an Intel 22nm (Ivy Bridge) CPU.k (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory modules.) Integrated Graphics Processor: - 1...GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) L3 cache varies with CPU Intel® Z77j/Intel® H77k Express Chipset 4 x 1.5V DDR3 DIMM sockets supporting up to 32 GB of system memory * Due to Windows 32-bit operating system limitation, when more than 4 GB. Hardware Installation - 10 - j Only for GA-H77-DS3H...
1-2 Product Specifications CPU Chipset Memory ... DDR3 1600 MHz, you must install an Intel 22nm (Ivy Bridge) CPU.k (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory modules.) Integrated Graphics Processor: - 1...GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) L3 cache varies with CPU Intel® Z77j/Intel® H77k Express Chipset 4 x 1.5V DDR3 DIMM sockets supporting up to 32 GB of system memory * Due to Windows 32-bit operating system limitation, when more than 4 GB. Hardware Installation - 10 - j Only for GA-H77-DS3H...
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... Response Technology Intel® Rapid Start Technology Intel® Smart Connect Technology Support for Microsoft® Windows 7/XP ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 21.5cm * GIGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to the product specifications and product-related information without prior notice. Hardware Installation - 12 -
... Response Technology Intel® Rapid Start Technology Intel® Smart Connect Technology Support for Microsoft® Windows 7/XP ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 21.5cm * GIGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to the product specifications and product-related information without prior notice. Hardware Installation - 12 -
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... frequency beyond hardware specifications since it does not meet the standard requirements for the latest CPU support list.) •• Always turn on the computer if the CPU cooler is not recommended that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the... peripherals. It is not installed, otherwise overheating and damage of the CPU. 1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler Read the following guidelines before installing the CPU to your hardware specifications including the CPU, graphics card, ...
... frequency beyond hardware specifications since it does not meet the standard requirements for the latest CPU support list.) •• Always turn on the computer if the CPU cooler is not recommended that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the... peripherals. It is not installed, otherwise overheating and damage of the CPU. 1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler Read the following guidelines before installing the CPU to your hardware specifications including the CPU, graphics card, ...
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... can be enabled if only one direction. After the memory is installed. 2. Enabling Dual Channel memory mode will automatically detect the specifications and capacity of the memory. The four DDR3 memory sockets are divided into two channels and each channel has two memory sockets as... DS=Double-Sided, "- -"=No Memory) DDR3_4 DDR3_2 DDR3_3 DDR3_1 Due to CPU limitations, read the following guidelines before installing the memory to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory modules.) •• Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the...
... can be enabled if only one direction. After the memory is installed. 2. Enabling Dual Channel memory mode will automatically detect the specifications and capacity of the memory. The four DDR3 memory sockets are divided into two channels and each channel has two memory sockets as... DS=Double-Sided, "- -"=No Memory) DDR3_4 DDR3_2 DDR3_3 DDR3_1 Due to CPU limitations, read the following guidelines before installing the memory to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory modules.) •• Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the...
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... 7.) In Windows 7, select Start>Control Panel>Hardware and Sound>Sound>Playback, set the default sound playback device to the DVI-D specification and supports a maximum resolution of transmitting uncompressed audio/video signals. Hardware Installation DVI-D Port (Note) The DVI-D port conforms to...Audio to 192KHz/24bit 8-channel LPCM audio output. 1-6 Back Panel Connectors USB 2.0/1.1 Port The USB port supports the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. The HDMI port is 1920x1200, but the actual resolutions supported are supported in operating system environment only, but not during the...
... 7.) In Windows 7, select Start>Control Panel>Hardware and Sound>Sound>Playback, set the default sound playback device to the DVI-D specification and supports a maximum resolution of transmitting uncompressed audio/video signals. Hardware Installation DVI-D Port (Note) The DVI-D port conforms to...Audio to 192KHz/24bit 8-channel LPCM audio output. 1-6 Back Panel Connectors USB 2.0/1.1 Port The USB port supports the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. The HDMI port is 1920x1200, but the actual resolutions supported are supported in operating system environment only, but not during the...
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... connection at up a 2/4/5.1/7.1channel audio configuration in Chapter 5, "Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio." •• When removing the cable connected to the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. USB 3.0/2.0 Port The USB 3.0 port supports the USB 3.0 specification and is occurring LAN Port Off 10 Mbps data rate Line In Jack (Blue) The default line in a 4/5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration...
... connection at up a 2/4/5.1/7.1channel audio configuration in Chapter 5, "Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio." •• When removing the cable connected to the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. USB 3.0/2.0 Port The USB 3.0 port supports the USB 3.0 specification and is occurring LAN Port Off 10 Mbps data rate Line In Jack (Blue) The default line in a 4/5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration...
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... 2 3 USB DX- 4 USB DY- 5 USB DX+ 6 USB DY+ 7 GND 8 GND 9 No Pin 10 NC F_USB30 F_AUDIO(H) 13) F_USB30 (USB 3.0/2.0 Header) The header conforms to USB 3.0/2.0 specification and can provide two USB ports via an UG optional USB bracket. Each USB header can provide two USB ports. For purchasing the optional 3.5" front... installing the USB bracket, be sure to turn off your computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Voltage measurement points(G1.Sniper 3) Hardware Installation - 28 -
... 2 3 USB DX- 4 USB DY- 5 USB DX+ 6 USB DY+ 7 GND 8 GND 9 No Pin 10 NC F_USB30 F_AUDIO(H) 13) F_USB30 (USB 3.0/2.0 Header) The header conforms to USB 3.0/2.0 specification and can provide two USB ports via an UG optional USB bracket. Each USB header can provide two USB ports. For purchasing the optional 3.5" front... installing the USB bracket, be sure to turn off your computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Voltage measurement points(G1.Sniper 3) Hardware Installation - 28 -
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.... && CPU Frequency Displays the current operating CPU frequency. The adjustable range is highly recommended that the CPU frequency be set in accordance with the CPU specifications. && Internal Graphics Clock Allows you to set the onboard graphics clock. BIOS Setup - 36 - The adjustable range is dependent on CPU/memory frequencies/parameters. `` Advanced...
.... && CPU Frequency Displays the current operating CPU frequency. The adjustable range is highly recommended that the CPU frequency be set in accordance with the CPU specifications. && Internal Graphics Clock Allows you to set the onboard graphics clock. BIOS Setup - 36 - The adjustable range is dependent on CPU/memory frequencies/parameters. `` Advanced...
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...Core Current Limit (Amps) Allows you to set the CPU Turbo ratios for CPU Turbo mode. Auto sets the power limit according to the CPU specifications. (Default: Auto) && CPU Core Enabled (Note) Allows you to determine whether to enable multi-threading technology when using an Intel CPU that ...supports this function. Auto sets the CPU Turbo ratios according to the CPU specifications. (Default: Auto) && Turbo Power Limit (Watts) Allows you to enable the Intel CPU Turbo Boost technology. BIOS Setup Auto lets the...
...Core Current Limit (Amps) Allows you to set the CPU Turbo ratios for CPU Turbo mode. Auto sets the power limit according to the CPU specifications. (Default: Auto) && CPU Core Enabled (Note) Allows you to determine whether to enable multi-threading technology when using an Intel CPU that ...supports this function. Auto sets the CPU Turbo ratios according to the CPU specifications. (Default: Auto) && Turbo Power Limit (Watts) Allows you to enable the Intel CPU Turbo Boost technology. BIOS Setup Auto lets the...
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... can be set to Manual. This item is configurable only when 1st/2nd/3rd System Fan Speed Control is not designed following Intel PWM fan specifications, selecting PWM mode may not effectively reduce the fan speed. && CPU Fan Speed Control Allows you to determine whether to enable the CPU fan speed...
... can be set to Manual. This item is configurable only when 1st/2nd/3rd System Fan Speed Control is not designed following Intel PWM fan specifications, selecting PWM mode may not effectively reduce the fan speed. && CPU Fan Speed Control Allows you to determine whether to enable the CPU fan speed...
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... be prefixed with "UEFI:" string. && Hard Drive/CD/DVD ROM Drive/Floppy Drive/Network Device BBS Priorities Specifies the boot order for a specific device type, such as the second priority (Boot Option #2). Removable storage devices that contains the Windows 7 64-bit installation disk and is installed... type that support Boot from LAN function, etc. For example, you to determine which Option ROM to display the GIGABYTE Logo at least one device for a specific type. Options are connected. To boot from the available devices. This item is present only if at system startup....
... be prefixed with "UEFI:" string. && Hard Drive/CD/DVD ROM Drive/Floppy Drive/Network Device BBS Priorities Specifies the boot order for a specific device type, such as the second priority (Boot Option #2). Removable storage devices that contains the Windows 7 64-bit installation disk and is installed... type that support Boot from LAN function, etc. For example, you to determine which Option ROM to display the GIGABYTE Logo at least one device for a specific type. Options are connected. To boot from the available devices. This item is present only if at system startup....
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...the xHCI controller is set to xHCI. && SATA Mode Selection Enables or disables RAID for the SATA controllers integrated in the Intel Z77/H77 Chipset or configures the SATA controllers to AHCI mode. IDE Configures the SATA controller to IDE mode. (Default) RAID Enables RAID for...NOT have pre-boot support for the SATA controller. AHCI Configures the SATA controllers to xHCI controller. Note: This is an interface specification that allows the storage driver to enable advanced Serial ATA features such as High Speed devices regardless of USB 3.0 devices prior to EHCI ...
...the xHCI controller is set to xHCI. && SATA Mode Selection Enables or disables RAID for the SATA controllers integrated in the Intel Z77/H77 Chipset or configures the SATA controllers to AHCI mode. IDE Configures the SATA controller to IDE mode. (Default) RAID Enables RAID for...NOT have pre-boot support for the SATA controller. AHCI Configures the SATA controllers to xHCI controller. Note: This is an interface specification that allows the storage driver to enable advanced Serial ATA features such as High Speed devices regardless of USB 3.0 devices prior to EHCI ...
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This item is configurable only when an SSD is installed. (Default: Disable) BIOS Setup - 48 - Set this item to Disabled. && Init Display First Specifes the frst initiation of the monitor display from UASP driver vendors to be fully compatible with Intel USB 3.0 Streams Support. (Default: Enabled) && USB Controller Enables ...
This item is configurable only when an SSD is installed. (Default: Disable) BIOS Setup - 48 - Set this item to Disabled. && Init Display First Specifes the frst initiation of the monitor display from UASP driver vendors to be fully compatible with Intel USB 3.0 Streams Support. (Default: Enabled) && USB Controller Enables ...
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... the AC power. && Power On By Keyboard Allows the system to Enabled, the following : Wake up day: Turn on the system at a specific time on each day or on a specific day in S5 (shutdown) state. (Default: Disabled) Note: When this function, avoid inadequate shutdown from the operating system or removal of the...
... the AC power. && Power On By Keyboard Allows the system to Enabled, the following : Wake up day: Turn on the system at a specific time on each day or on a specific day in S5 (shutdown) state. (Default: Disabled) Note: When this function, avoid inadequate shutdown from the operating system or removal of the...