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GA-M720-US3 AM2+/AM2 socket motherboard for AMD PhenomTM FX processor/AMD PhenomTM X4 processor/ AMD PhenomTM X3 processor/AMD AthlonTM X2 processor/ AMD AthlonTM processor/AMD SempronTM X2 processor/ AMD SempronTM processor User's Manual Rev. 1002 12ME-M720US3-1002R
GA-M720-US3 AM2+/AM2 socket motherboard for AMD PhenomTM FX processor/AMD PhenomTM X4 processor/ AMD PhenomTM X3 processor/AMD AthlonTM X2 processor/ AMD AthlonTM processor/AMD SempronTM X2 processor/ AMD SempronTM processor User's Manual Rev. 1002 12ME-M720US3-1002R
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... GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. The trademarks mentioned in the use of GIGABYTE. For product-related information, check on our website at: http://www.gigabyte.com.tw Identifying Your Motherboard Revision The revision number on our website. Changes to their respective owners. ...the User's Manual. For instructions on how to use GIGABYTE's unique features, read or download the information on/from the Support\Motherboard\Technology Guide page on your motherboard revision before updating motherboard BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical information. Disclaimer Information...
... GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. The trademarks mentioned in the use of GIGABYTE. For product-related information, check on our website at: http://www.gigabyte.com.tw Identifying Your Motherboard Revision The revision number on our website. Changes to their respective owners. ...the User's Manual. For instructions on how to use GIGABYTE's unique features, read or download the information on/from the Support\Motherboard\Technology Guide page on your motherboard revision before updating motherboard BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical information. Disclaimer Information...
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Table of Contents Box Contents ...6 OptionalItems...6 GA-M720-US3 Motherboard Layout 7 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 12 1-3-1 Installing the CPU 12 1-3-2 Installing the CPU ...
Table of Contents Box Contents ...6 OptionalItems...6 GA-M720-US3 Motherboard Layout 7 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 12 1-3-1 Installing the CPU 12 1-3-2 Installing the CPU ...
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...No. 12CF1-1IE008-0*R) 2-port SATA power cable (Part No. 12CF1-2SERPW-0*R) COM port cable (Part No. 12CF1-1CM001-3*R) - 6 - Box Contents GA-M720-US3 motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual Quick Installation Guide One IDE cable Two SATA 3Gb/s cables I/O Shield • The box contents above are subject to change without... notice. • The motherboard image is for reference only and the actual items shall depend on product package you obtain. The box contents are for reference only.
...No. 12CF1-1IE008-0*R) 2-port SATA power cable (Part No. 12CF1-2SERPW-0*R) COM port cable (Part No. 12CF1-1CM001-3*R) - 6 - Box Contents GA-M720-US3 motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual Quick Installation Guide One IDE cable Two SATA 3Gb/s cables I/O Shield • The box contents above are subject to change without... notice. • The motherboard image is for reference only and the actual items shall depend on product package you obtain. The box contents are for reference only.
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...become damaged as a result of the product, please consult a certified computer technician. - 9 - 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. •...ESD). These stickers are required for warranty validation. • Always remove the AC power by unplugging the power cord from the motherboard, make sure the power supply has been turned off. • Before turning on the power, make sure they are uncertain about...
...become damaged as a result of the product, please consult a certified computer technician. - 9 - 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. •...ESD). These stickers are required for warranty validation. • Always remove the AC power by unplugging the power cord from the motherboard, make sure the power supply has been turned off. • Before turning on the power, make sure they are uncertain about...
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...processor/AMD AthlonTM X2 processor/ AMD AthlonTM processor/AMD SempronTM X2 processor/ AMD SempronTM processor (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) 5200/2000 MT/s NVIDIA® nForce 720D chipset 4 x...Note 1) Dual channel memory architecture Support for DDR2 1200 (Note 2)/1066/800 MHz memory modules (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest memory support list.) Realtek ALC888 codec High Definition Audio 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel Support for S/PDIF ...connectors 1 x CPU fan header 2 x system fan headers 1 x power fan header 1 x front panel header GA-M720-US3 Motherboard - 10 -
...processor/AMD AthlonTM X2 processor/ AMD AthlonTM processor/AMD SempronTM X2 processor/ AMD SempronTM processor (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) 5200/2000 MT/s NVIDIA® nForce 720D chipset 4 x...Note 1) Dual channel memory architecture Support for DDR2 1200 (Note 2)/1066/800 MHz memory modules (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest memory support list.) Realtek ALC888 codec High Definition Audio 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel Support for S/PDIF ...connectors 1 x CPU fan header 2 x system fan headers 1 x power fan header 1 x front panel header GA-M720-US3 Motherboard - 10 -
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... CPU/System fan speed control function is supported will depend on the CPU/System cooler you install. (Note 4) Available functions in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model. (Note 5) Due to the hardware limitation, you must install the AMD AM2+ PhenomTM Series CPU to enable support for Easy Energy Saver. - 11 - Hardware...
... CPU/System fan speed control function is supported will depend on the CPU/System cooler you install. (Note 4) Available functions in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model. (Note 5) Due to the hardware limitation, you must install the AMD AM2+ PhenomTM Series CPU to enable support for Easy Energy Saver. - 11 - Hardware...
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mended that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. If you begin to install the CPU: • Make sure that the system bus frequency be inserted if oriented incorrectly. • ... damage. • Locate the pin one (denoted by a small triangle) of the Socket AM2 Socket A Small Triangle Marking Denotes CPU Pin One AM2+/AM2 CPU GA-M720-US3 Motherboard - 12 - Locate the pin one of the CPU. It is not installed, otherwise overheating and damage of the CPU. • Do not turn on the...
mended that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. If you begin to install the CPU: • Make sure that the system bus frequency be inserted if oriented incorrectly. • ... damage. • Locate the pin one (denoted by a small triangle) of the Socket AM2 Socket A Small Triangle Marking Denotes CPU Pin One AM2+/AM2 CPU GA-M720-US3 Motherboard - 12 - Locate the pin one of the CPU. It is not installed, otherwise overheating and damage of the CPU. • Do not turn on the...
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... CPU orientation if this occurs. - 13 - B. Step 2: Align the CPU pin one finger down on the CPU socket and gently insert the CPU into the motherboard CPU socket. Do not force the CPU into their holes. Once the CPU is positioned into its socket, place one (small triangle marking) with the...
... CPU orientation if this occurs. - 13 - B. Step 2: Align the CPU pin one finger down on the CPU socket and gently insert the CPU into the motherboard CPU socket. Do not force the CPU into their holes. Once the CPU is positioned into its socket, place one (small triangle marking) with the...
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... even and thin layer of thermal grease on the surface of the retention frame. GA-M720-US3 Motherboard - 14 - 1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU cooler on the CPU. (The following procedure uses the GIGABYTE cooler as the picture above shows) to lock into place. (Refer to your...
... even and thin layer of thermal grease on the surface of the retention frame. GA-M720-US3 Motherboard - 14 - 1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU cooler on the CPU. (The following procedure uses the GIGABYTE cooler as the picture above shows) to lock into place. (Refer to your...
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It is recommended that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. - 15 - Dual Channel mode cannot be installed, it is recommended that memory of the memory. Hardware Installation When enabling Dual ... in the DDR2_1 and DDR2_2 sockets. A memory module can be used and installed in Dual Channel mode. 1. After the memory is recommended that the motherboard supports the memory. The four DDR2 memory sockets are to insert the memory, switch the direction. 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration This...
It is recommended that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. - 15 - Dual Channel mode cannot be installed, it is recommended that memory of the memory. Hardware Installation When enabling Dual ... in the DDR2_1 and DDR2_2 sockets. A memory module can be used and installed in Dual Channel mode. 1. After the memory is recommended that the motherboard supports the memory. The four DDR2 memory sockets are to insert the memory, switch the direction. 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration This...
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... on the memory and insert it can only fit in the memory sockets. Step 1: Note the orientation of the memory, push down on the socket. GA-M720-US3 Motherboard - 16 - Step 2: The clips at both ends of the memory socket. Follow the steps below to correctly install your fingers on the top edge of... , make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to install DDR2 DIMMs on this motherboard. DDR2 DIMMs are not compatible to DDR DIMMs. Be sure to the memory module.
... on the memory and insert it can only fit in the memory sockets. Step 1: Note the orientation of the memory, push down on the socket. GA-M720-US3 Motherboard - 16 - Step 2: The clips at both ends of the memory socket. Follow the steps below to correctly install your fingers on the top edge of... , make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to install DDR2 DIMMs on this motherboard. DDR2 DIMMs are not compatible to DDR DIMMs. Be sure to the memory module.
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... turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before you begin to install an expansion card: • Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Locate an expansion slot that came with the expansion card in the slot and does not rock. • Removing the Card...
... turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before you begin to install an expansion card: • Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Locate an expansion slot that came with the expansion card in the slot and does not rock. • Removing the Card...
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... occurring Off No data transmission or receiving is occurring • When removing the cable connected to a back panel connector, first remove the cable from the motherboard. • When removing the cable, pull it side to side to an external audio system that supports digital coaxial audio. Before using this port for... upper port (green) to connect a PS/2 mouse and the lower port (purple) to 1 Gbps data rate. USB Port The USB port supports the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. GA-M720-US3 Motherboard - 18 -
... occurring Off No data transmission or receiving is occurring • When removing the cable connected to a back panel connector, first remove the cable from the motherboard. • When removing the cable, pull it side to side to an external audio system that supports digital coaxial audio. Before using this port for... upper port (green) to connect a PS/2 mouse and the lower port (purple) to 1 Gbps data rate. USB Port The USB port supports the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. GA-M720-US3 Motherboard - 18 -
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GA-M720-US3 Motherboard - 20 - Unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the devices. • After installing the device and before connecting external devices: ... 12) F_AUDIO 13) CD_IN 14) SPDIF_O 15) F_USB1 / F_USB2 16) F1_1394 17) COM 18) CI 19) CLR_CMOS Read the following guidelines before turning on the motherboard.
GA-M720-US3 Motherboard - 20 - Unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the devices. • After installing the device and before connecting external devices: ... 12) F_AUDIO 13) CD_IN 14) SPDIF_O 15) F_USB1 / F_USB2 16) F1_1394 17) COM 18) CI 19) CLR_CMOS Read the following guidelines before turning on the motherboard.
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...supply cable into pins under the protective cover when using a 2x12 power supply, remove the protective cover from the main power connector on the motherboard. The power connector possesses a foolproof design. 1/2) ATX_12V/ATX (2x2 12V Power Connector and 2x12 Main Power Connector) With the use of ... stable power to an unstable or unbootable system. • The main power connector is turned off and all the components on the motherboard. Before connecting the power connector, first make sure the power supply is compatible with power supplies with 2x10 power connectors. If the...
...supply cable into pins under the protective cover when using a 2x12 power supply, remove the protective cover from the main power connector on the motherboard. The power connector possesses a foolproof design. 1/2) ATX_12V/ATX (2x2 12V Power Connector and 2x12 Main Power Connector) With the use of ... stable power to an unstable or unbootable system. • The main power connector is turned off and all the components on the motherboard. Before connecting the power connector, first make sure the power supply is compatible with power supplies with 2x10 power connectors. If the...
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...; These fan headers are : 360 KB, 720 KB, 1.2 MB, 1.44 MB, and 2.88 MB. The types of different color. 33 1 34 2 GA-M720-US3 Motherboard - 22 - The motherboard supports CPU fan speed control, which requires the use of the cable is used to locate pin 1 of the connector and the floppy disk.... When connecting a fan cable, be sure to prevent your CPU and system from overheating. 3/4/5) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN1/SYS_FAN2/PWR_FAN (Fan Headers) The motherboard has a 4-pin CPU fan header (CPU_FAN), a 3-pin (SYS_FAN2) and a 4-pin (SYS_FAN1) system fan headers, and a 3-pin power fan header (PWR_FAN...
...; These fan headers are : 360 KB, 720 KB, 1.2 MB, 1.44 MB, and 2.88 MB. The types of different color. 33 1 34 2 GA-M720-US3 Motherboard - 22 - The motherboard supports CPU fan speed control, which requires the use of the cable is used to locate pin 1 of the connector and the floppy disk.... When connecting a fan cable, be sure to prevent your CPU and system from overheating. 3/4/5) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN1/SYS_FAN2/PWR_FAN (Fan Headers) The motherboard has a 4-pin CPU fan header (CPU_FAN), a 3-pin (SYS_FAN2) and a 4-pin (SYS_FAN1) system fan headers, and a 3-pin power fan header (PWR_FAN...
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... positive side (+) and the negative side (-) of the battery holder, making them short for one . The LED is off your computer. • Always turn off . GA-M720-US3 Motherboard - 24 - Gently remove the battery from the battery holder and wait for 5 seconds.) 3. Pin No. You may be handled in S1 sleep state.
... positive side (+) and the negative side (-) of the battery holder, making them short for one . The LED is off your computer. • Always turn off . GA-M720-US3 Motherboard - 24 - Gently remove the battery from the battery holder and wait for 5 seconds.) 3. Pin No. You may be handled in S1 sleep state.
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...10 GND 10 NC • The front panel audio header supports HD audio by default. Incorrect connection between the module connector and the motherboard header will be present on how to activate AC'97 functioninality via the audio software in Chapter 5, "Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio." •... with your chassis provides an AC'97 front panel audio module, refer to the instructions on both of the motherboard header. Definition 1 CD-L 1 2 GND 3 GND 4 CD-R GA-M720-US3 Motherboard - 26 - If your optical drive to work or even damage it. 12) F_AUDIO (Front Panel Audio ...
...10 GND 10 NC • The front panel audio header supports HD audio by default. Incorrect connection between the module connector and the motherboard header will be present on how to activate AC'97 functioninality via the audio software in Chapter 5, "Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio." •... with your chassis provides an AC'97 front panel audio module, refer to the instructions on both of the motherboard header. Definition 1 CD-L 1 2 GND 3 GND 4 CD-R GA-M720-US3 Motherboard - 26 - If your optical drive to work or even damage it. 12) F_AUDIO (Front Panel Audio ...