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... made 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. Copyright © 2012 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. Disclaimer Information...
... made 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. Copyright © 2012 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. Disclaimer Information...
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Table of Contents Box Contents...6 Optional Items...6 GA-Z77M-D3H-MVP/GA-Z77M-D3H/GA-H77M-D3H Motherboard Layout 7 GA-Z77M-D3H-MVP/GA-Z77M-D3H/GA-H77M-D3H Motherboard Block Diagram........8 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 9 1-1 Installation Precautions 9 1-2 Product Specifications 10 1-3 Installing ... 17 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card 18 1-6 Back Panel Connectors 19 1-7 Internal Connectors 21 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 31 2-1 Startup Screen 32 2-2 The Main Menu 33 2-3 M.I.T...35 2-4 System...43 2-5 BIOS Features 44 2-6 Peripherals...46 2-7 Power Management 50 2-8 Save & Exit...52 - 4 -
Table of Contents Box Contents...6 Optional Items...6 GA-Z77M-D3H-MVP/GA-Z77M-D3H/GA-H77M-D3H Motherboard Layout 7 GA-Z77M-D3H-MVP/GA-Z77M-D3H/GA-H77M-D3H Motherboard Block Diagram........8 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 9 1-1 Installation Precautions 9 1-2 Product Specifications 10 1-3 Installing ... 17 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card 18 1-6 Back Panel Connectors 19 1-7 Internal Connectors 21 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 31 2-1 Startup Screen 32 2-2 The Main Menu 33 2-3 M.I.T...35 2-4 System...43 2-5 BIOS Features 44 2-6 Peripherals...46 2-7 Power Management 50 2-8 Save & Exit...52 - 4 -
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... 54 3-4 Contact...55 3-5 System...55 3-6 Download Center 56 3-7 New Program 56 Chapter 4 Unique Features 57 4-1 Xpress Recovery2 57 4-2 BIOS Update Utilities 60 4-2-1 Updating the BIOS with the Q-Flash Utility 60 4-2-2 Updating the BIOS with the @BIOS Utility 63 4-3 EasyTune 6...64 4-4 Q-Share...65 4-5 eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D 66 4-6 Auto Green...67 4-7 Intel Rapid Start Technology 68...
... 54 3-4 Contact...55 3-5 System...55 3-6 Download Center 56 3-7 New Program 56 Chapter 4 Unique Features 57 4-1 Xpress Recovery2 57 4-2 BIOS Update Utilities 60 4-2-1 Updating the BIOS with the Q-Flash Utility 60 4-2-2 Updating the BIOS with the @BIOS Utility 63 4-3 EasyTune 6...64 4-4 Q-Share...65 4-5 eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D 66 4-6 Auto Green...67 4-7 Intel Rapid Start Technology 68...
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... (Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out) Line Out (Front Speaker Out) Line In (Rear Speaker Out) S/PDIF Out 1 PCI MM Only for GA-Z77M-D3H-MVP. GA-Z77M-D3H-MVP/GA-Z77M-D3H/GA-H77M-D3H Motherboard Block Diagram 1 PCI Express x16 PCIe CLK (100 MHz) LGA1155 CPU CPU CLK+/- (100 MHz) DDR3 1600/1333/1066 MHz ...Dual Channel Memory DMI 2.0 FDI PCI Express Bus x16 D-Sub Dual BIOS DVI-D 2 SATA 6Gb/s PCIe CLK (100 MHz) HDMI LAN RJ45 ...
... (Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out) Line Out (Front Speaker Out) Line In (Rear Speaker Out) S/PDIF Out 1 PCI MM Only for GA-Z77M-D3H-MVP. GA-Z77M-D3H-MVP/GA-Z77M-D3H/GA-H77M-D3H Motherboard Block Diagram 1 PCI Express x16 PCIe CLK (100 MHz) LGA1155 CPU CPU CLK+/- (100 MHz) DDR3 1600/1333/1066 MHz ...Dual Channel Memory DMI 2.0 FDI PCI Express Bus x16 D-Sub Dual BIOS DVI-D 2 SATA 6Gb/s PCIe CLK (100 MHz) HDMI LAN RJ45 ...
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...2 x 64 Mbit flash Use of licensed AMI EFI BIOS Support for DualBIOS™ PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.0, SM BIOS 2.6, ACPI 2.0a Support for @BIOS Support for Q-Flash Support for Xpress Install Support for Xpress Recovery2 Support for GA-Z77M-D3H-MVP. Hardware Monitor ...138; BIOS Unique Features ...
...2 x 64 Mbit flash Use of licensed AMI EFI BIOS Support for DualBIOS™ PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.0, SM BIOS 2.6, ACPI 2.0a Support for @BIOS Support for Q-Flash Support for Xpress Install Support for Xpress Recovery2 Support for GA-Z77M-D3H-MVP. Hardware Monitor ...138; BIOS Unique Features ...
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It is installed, the BIOS will double the original memory bandwidth. Enabling Dual Channel memory mode will automatically detect the specifications and capacity of the memory. DS/SS - - Four Modules ... that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be installed in the DDR3_1 and DDR3_2 sockets. A memory module can be used . (Go 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 power...
It is installed, the BIOS will double the original memory bandwidth. Enabling Dual Channel memory mode will automatically detect the specifications and capacity of the memory. DS/SS - - Four Modules ... that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be installed in the DDR3_1 and DDR3_2 sockets. A memory module can be used . (Go 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 power...
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... card straight up from the chassis back panel. 2. Make sure the card is fully inserted into the slot. 4. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to make any required BIOS changes for your computer. Make sure the metal contacts on the slot and then lift the card straight out from the slot. Secure...
... card straight up from the chassis back panel. 2. Make sure the card is fully inserted into the slot. 4. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to make any required BIOS changes for your computer. Make sure the metal contacts on the slot and then lift the card straight out from the slot. Secure...
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... at up a 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration in a 4/5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration. Mic In Jack (Pink) The default Mic in operating system environment only, but not during the BIOS Setup or POST process. Microphones must be used to the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. The following describes the states of the LAN port LEDs. Use this port...
... at up a 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration in a 4/5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration. Mic In Jack (Pink) The default Mic in operating system environment only, but not during the BIOS Setup or POST process. Microphones must be used to the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. The following describes the states of the LAN port LEDs. Use this port...
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... jumper blocks. 3/4) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN1/SYS_FAN2 (Fan Headers) All fan headers on the headers. 5) BAT (Battery) The battery provides power to keep the values (such as BIOS configurations, date, and time information) in the CMOS when the computer is turned off. Most fan headers possess a foolproof insertion design.
... jumper blocks. 3/4) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN1/SYS_FAN2 (Fan Headers) All fan headers on the headers. 5) BAT (Battery) The battery provides power to keep the values (such as BIOS configurations, date, and time information) in the CMOS when the computer is turned off. Most fan headers possess a foolproof insertion design.
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...; CI (Chassis Intrusion Header): Connects to the reset switch on the chassis front panel. When connecting your system G using the power switch (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Power Management," for more information). •• Speaker (Speaker): Connects to the speaker on the chassis front panel. The LED is on when the...
...; CI (Chassis Intrusion Header): Connects to the reset switch on the chassis front panel. When connecting your system G using the power switch (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Power Management," for more information). •• Speaker (Speaker): Connects to the speaker on the chassis front panel. The LED is on when the...
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... 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 touch the two pins for BIOS configurations). - 29 - Hardware Installation To clear the CMOS values,... use a metal object like a screwdriver to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," for a few seconds. date information and BIOS configurations) and reset the CMOS values to clear the CMOS values (e.g. BIOS Switcher (SW4) DB_PORT Voltage measurement module(X58A-O PCIe power connector (SATA)(X58 ...
... 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 touch the two pins for BIOS configurations). - 29 - Hardware Installation To clear the CMOS values,... use a metal object like a screwdriver to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," for a few seconds. date information and BIOS configurations) and reset the CMOS values to clear the CMOS values (e.g. BIOS Switcher (SW4) DB_PORT Voltage measurement module(X58A-O PCIe power connector (SATA)(X58 ...
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...system startup, saving system parameters and loading operating system, etc. Inadequate BIOS flashing may result in this chapter or introductions of BIOS, it with caution. To upgrade the BIOS, use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash or @BIOS utility. •• Q-Flash allows the user to quickly and easily... upgrade or back up BIOS without entering the operating system. •• @BIOS is a Windows-based ...
...system startup, saving system parameters and loading operating system, etc. Inadequate BIOS flashing may result in this chapter or introductions of BIOS, it with caution. To upgrade the BIOS, use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash or @BIOS utility. •• Q-Flash allows the user to quickly and easily... upgrade or back up BIOS without entering the operating system. •• @BIOS is a Windows-based ...
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The system will appear when the computer boots. Function Keys Function Keys: : BIOS SETUP\Q-FLASH Press the key to enter BIOS Setup or to enter BIOS Setup first. BIOS Setup - 32 - Note: The setting in BIOS Setup. : SYSTEM INFORMATION Press the key to display your system information. : BOOT MENU ...the Q-Flash utility in Boot Menu is effective for one time only. After system restart, the device boot order will still be based on BIOS Setup settings. : Q-FLASH Press the key to accept. 2-1 Startup Screen The following startup Logo screen will boot from the device immediately....
The system will appear when the computer boots. Function Keys Function Keys: : BIOS SETUP\Q-FLASH Press the key to enter BIOS Setup or to enter BIOS Setup first. BIOS Setup - 32 - Note: The setting in BIOS Setup. : SYSTEM INFORMATION Press the key to display your system information. : BOOT MENU ...the Q-Flash utility in Boot Menu is effective for one time only. After system restart, the device boot order will still be based on BIOS Setup settings. : Q-FLASH Press the key to accept. 2-1 Startup Screen The following startup Logo screen will boot from the device immediately....
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... select the item you want. (Sample BIOS Version: H77M-D3H F3c) Switch to accept or enter a sub-menu. 2-2 The Main Menu A. The Main Menu of the BIOS Setup Program On the main menu of the BIOS Setup Program.) B. The 3D BIOS Screen (Default) On GIGABYTE's uniquely designed 3D BIOS screen, you can use your mouse arrow...the bottom of the screen or press to switch to the main menu of the BIOS Setup program. (If a mouse is not connected, the 3D BIOS screen will automatically switch to the main menu of the BIOS Setup program, press arrow keys to move through the motherboard image and click to...
... select the item you want. (Sample BIOS Version: H77M-D3H F3c) Switch to accept or enter a sub-menu. 2-2 The Main Menu A. The Main Menu of the BIOS Setup Program On the main menu of the BIOS Setup Program.) B. The 3D BIOS Screen (Default) On GIGABYTE's uniquely designed 3D BIOS screen, you can use your mouse arrow...the bottom of the screen or press to switch to the main menu of the BIOS Setup program. (If a mouse is not connected, the 3D BIOS screen will automatically switch to the main menu of the BIOS Setup program, press arrow keys to move through the motherboard image and click to...
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... the numeric value or make changes / Decrease the numeric value or make changes Switch to 3D BIOS screen Restore the previous BIOS settings for the current submenus Load the Optimized BIOS default settings for the current submenus Access the Q-Flash utility Display system information Save all the changes...8226; When the system is not stable as usual, select the Load Optimized Defaults item to set your system to the CMOS and exit BIOS Setup. BIOS Setup - 34 - Or check the system/CPU temperatures, voltages, and fan speeds. System Use this menu to your ...
... the numeric value or make changes / Decrease the numeric value or make changes Switch to 3D BIOS screen Restore the previous BIOS settings for the current submenus Load the Optimized BIOS default settings for the current submenus Access the Q-Flash utility Display system information Save all the changes...8226; When the system is not stable as usual, select the Load Optimized Defaults item to set your system to the CMOS and exit BIOS Setup. BIOS Setup - 34 - Or check the system/CPU temperatures, voltages, and fan speeds. System Use this menu to your ...
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Incorrectly doing overclock/overvoltage may result in damage to CPU, chipset, or memory and reduce the useful life of these components. BIOS Setup 2-3 M.I.T. If this occurs, clear the CMOS values and reset the board to boot. Whether the system will work stably with the overclock/... may result in system's failure to default values.) This section provides information on your overall system configurations. This page is dependent on the BIOS version, CPU base clock, CPU frequency, memory frequency, total memory size , CPU temperature, Vcore, and memory voltage. - 35 -
Incorrectly doing overclock/overvoltage may result in damage to CPU, chipset, or memory and reduce the useful life of these components. BIOS Setup 2-3 M.I.T. If this occurs, clear the CMOS values and reset the board to boot. Whether the system will work stably with the overclock/... may result in system's failure to default values.) This section provides information on your overall system configurations. This page is dependent on the BIOS version, CPU base clock, CPU frequency, memory frequency, total memory size , CPU temperature, Vcore, and memory voltage. - 35 -
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BIOS Setup - 36 - The adjustable range is dependent on CPU/memory frequencies/parameters. `` Advanced Frequency Settings && Internal Graphics Clock Allows you to set the onboard graphics clock. Current Status This screen provides information on the CPU being installed. && CPU Frequency Displays the current operating CPU frequency. The adjustable range is from 400 MHz to 3000 MHz. (Default: Auto) && CPU Clock Ratio Allows you to alter the clock ratio for the installed CPU. `` M.I.T.
BIOS Setup - 36 - The adjustable range is dependent on CPU/memory frequencies/parameters. `` Advanced Frequency Settings && Internal Graphics Clock Allows you to set the onboard graphics clock. Current Status This screen provides information on the CPU being installed. && CPU Frequency Displays the current operating CPU frequency. The adjustable range is from 400 MHz to 3000 MHz. (Default: Auto) && CPU Clock Ratio Allows you to alter the clock ratio for the installed CPU. `` M.I.T.
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...Auto) && Turbo Ratio (1-Core Active~4-Core Active) (Note) Allows you install a CPU that support multi-processor mode. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this feature. When the CPU power consumption exceeds the specified power limit, the CPU will automatically reduce the core frequency in order...will automatically reduce the core frequency in order to enable all CPU cores. This feature only works for different number of active cores. BIOS Setup Auto sets the CPU Turbo ratios according to the CPU specifications. (Default: Auto) && Turbo Power Limit (Watts) Allows you ...
...Auto) && Turbo Ratio (1-Core Active~4-Core Active) (Note) Allows you install a CPU that support multi-processor mode. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this feature. When the CPU power consumption exceeds the specified power limit, the CPU will automatically reduce the core frequency in order...will automatically reduce the core frequency in order to enable all CPU cores. This feature only works for different number of active cores. BIOS Setup Auto sets the CPU Turbo ratios according to the CPU specifications. (Default: Auto) && Turbo Power Limit (Watts) Allows you ...
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... function, a CPU power-saving function in system halt state. For more enhanced power-saving state than C1. BIOS Setup - 38 - Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this feature. the second is the memory frequency that is present only when you install a CPU that...loading, Intel EIST technology can dynamically and effectively lower the CPU voltage and core frequency to set the system memory multiplier. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this function. (Default) Profile1 Uses Profile 1 settings. Profile2 (Note 2) Uses Profile 2 settings. && System Memory ...
... function, a CPU power-saving function in system halt state. For more enhanced power-saving state than C1. BIOS Setup - 38 - Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this feature. the second is the memory frequency that is present only when you install a CPU that...loading, Intel EIST technology can dynamically and effectively lower the CPU voltage and core frequency to set the system memory multiplier. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this function. (Default) Profile1 Uses Profile 1 settings. Profile2 (Note 2) Uses Profile 2 settings. && System Memory ...
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... configure this feature. - 39 - Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) (Note) This item is present only when you install a CPU and a memory module that support this setting. (Default: Auto) && ... items above are : Auto (default), Quick, Expert. && Profile DDR Voltage When using a non-XMP memory module or Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) is set to be configurable. BIOS Setup When Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) is dependent on the CPU being used. && Channel Interleaving Enables or disables memory channel interleaving. Enabled allows the system to...
... configure this feature. - 39 - Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) (Note) This item is present only when you install a CPU and a memory module that support this setting. (Default: Auto) && ... items above are : Auto (default), Quick, Expert. && Profile DDR Voltage When using a non-XMP memory module or Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) is set to be configurable. BIOS Setup When Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) is dependent on the CPU being used. && Channel Interleaving Enables or disables memory channel interleaving. Enabled allows the system to...