Manual
Page 1
GA-MA770-DS3/ GA-MA770-S3 AM2+/AM2 socket motherboard for AMD PhenomTM FX processor/ AMD PhenomTM processor/ AMD AthlonTM 64 FX processor/ AMD AthlonTM 64 X2 Dual-Core processor/ AMD AthlonTM 64 processor/AMD SempronTM processor User's Manual Rev. 1003 12ME-MA770S3-1003R
GA-MA770-DS3/ GA-MA770-S3 AM2+/AM2 socket motherboard for AMD PhenomTM FX processor/ AMD PhenomTM processor/ AMD AthlonTM 64 FX processor/ AMD AthlonTM 64 X2 Dual-Core processor/ AMD AthlonTM 64 processor/AMD SempronTM processor User's Manual Rev. 1003 12ME-MA770S3-1003R
Manual
Page 2
Motherboard GA-MA770-DS3/GA-MA770-S3 Nov. 12, 2007 Motherboard GA-MA770-DS3/ GA-MA770-S3 Nov. 12, 2007
Motherboard GA-MA770-DS3/GA-MA770-S3 Nov. 12, 2007 Motherboard GA-MA770-DS3/ GA-MA770-S3 Nov. 12, 2007
Manual
Page 4
Table of Contents Box Contents ...6 OptionalItems ...6 GA-MA770-DS3/S3 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 13 1-3-1 Installing the CPU 13 1-3-2 Installing the ...
Table of Contents Box Contents ...6 OptionalItems ...6 GA-MA770-DS3/S3 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 13 1-3-1 Installing the CPU 13 1-3-2 Installing the ...
Manual
Page 6
The box contents are for reference only. Box Contents GA-MA770-DS3 or GA-MA770-S3 motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual Quick Installation Guide One IDE cable and one floppy disk drive cable Two SATA 3Gb/s cables I/O Shield • The ...
The box contents are for reference only. Box Contents GA-MA770-DS3 or GA-MA770-S3 motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual Quick Installation Guide One IDE cable and one floppy disk drive cable Two SATA 3Gb/s cables I/O Shield • The ...
Manual
Page 7
GA-MA770-DS3/S3 Motherboard Layout KB_MS SYS_FAN2 CPU_FAN Socket AM2 RCA_SPDIF ATX COMA USB_1394_1 USB_1394_2 USB_LAN PWR_FAN F_AUDIO GA-MA770-DS3/S3 AUDIO RTL8111B CODEC ATX_12V PCIE_1 NB_FAN PCIE_2 PCIE_3 AMD 770 PCIE_16 DDRII_1 DDRII_2 DDRII_3 DDRII_4 IDE AMD SB600 CD_IN SPDIF_IN SPDIF_OUT PCIE_4 TSB43AB23 PCI1 BAT F_USB1 CLR_CMOS PCI2 F1_1394 FDD F_USB2 SATAII1 SATAII3 SATAII0 SATAII2 IT8718 CI LPT BIOS SYS_FAN1 F_PANEL PWR_LED "*" Only the GA-MA770-DS3 adopts All-Solid Capacitor design. - 7 -
GA-MA770-DS3/S3 Motherboard Layout KB_MS SYS_FAN2 CPU_FAN Socket AM2 RCA_SPDIF ATX COMA USB_1394_1 USB_1394_2 USB_LAN PWR_FAN F_AUDIO GA-MA770-DS3/S3 AUDIO RTL8111B CODEC ATX_12V PCIE_1 NB_FAN PCIE_2 PCIE_3 AMD 770 PCIE_16 DDRII_1 DDRII_2 DDRII_3 DDRII_4 IDE AMD SB600 CD_IN SPDIF_IN SPDIF_OUT PCIE_4 TSB43AB23 PCI1 BAT F_USB1 CLR_CMOS PCI2 F1_1394 FDD F_USB2 SATAII1 SATAII3 SATAII0 SATAII2 IT8718 CI LPT BIOS SYS_FAN1 F_PANEL PWR_LED "*" Only the GA-MA770-DS3 adopts All-Solid Capacitor design. - 7 -
Manual
Page 10
.../AMD PhenomTM processor/ AMD AthlonTM 64 FX processor/AMD AthlonTM 64 X2 Dual-Core processor/ AMD AthlonTM 64 processor/AMD SempronTM processor (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) 5200/2000 MT/s North Bridge: AMD 770 South Bridge: AMD SB600 4 x 1.8V DDR2 DIMM...100/66/33 and up to 2 IDE devices - 4 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors (SATAII0, SATAII1, SATAII2, SATAII3) supporting up to 1 floppy disk drive T.I. GA-MA770-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 10 - TSB43AB23 chip Up to 3 IEEE 1394a ports (2 on the back panel, 1 via the IEEE 1394a bracket connected to the internal IEEE 1394a...
.../AMD PhenomTM processor/ AMD AthlonTM 64 FX processor/AMD AthlonTM 64 X2 Dual-Core processor/ AMD AthlonTM 64 processor/AMD SempronTM processor (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) 5200/2000 MT/s North Bridge: AMD 770 South Bridge: AMD SB600 4 x 1.8V DDR2 DIMM...100/66/33 and up to 2 IDE devices - 4 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors (SATAII0, SATAII1, SATAII2, SATAII3) supporting up to 1 floppy disk drive T.I. GA-MA770-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 10 - TSB43AB23 chip Up to 3 IEEE 1394a ports (2 on the back panel, 1 via the IEEE 1394a bracket connected to the internal IEEE 1394a...
Manual
Page 12
GA-MA770-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 12 - Unique Features Bundled Software Operating System Form Factor Support for @BIOS Support for Download Center Support for Q-Flash Support ...
GA-MA770-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 12 - Unique Features Bundled Software Operating System Form Factor Support for @BIOS Support for Download Center Support for Q-Flash Support ...
Manual
Page 14
... CPU socket. The CPU cannot fit in if oriented incorrectly. Do not force the CPU into the socket. Adjust the CPU orientation if this occurs. GA-MA770-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 14 - Once the CPU is positioned into its socket, place one (small triangle marking) with the triangle mark on the middle of the...
... CPU socket. The CPU cannot fit in if oriented incorrectly. Do not force the CPU into the socket. Adjust the CPU orientation if this occurs. GA-MA770-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 14 - Once the CPU is positioned into its socket, place one (small triangle marking) with the triangle mark on the middle of the...
Manual
Page 16
.... 1-4 Installing the Memory Read the following guidelines before installing the memory in Dual Channel mode. 1. A memory module can be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. GA-MA770-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 16 - Enabling Dual Channel memory mode will automatically detect the specifications and capacity of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be...
.... 1-4 Installing the Memory Read the following guidelines before installing the memory in Dual Channel mode. 1. A memory module can be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. GA-MA770-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 16 - Enabling Dual Channel memory mode will automatically detect the specifications and capacity of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be...
Manual
Page 18
... before you begin to install an expansion card: • Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Make sure the metal contacts on your card. GA-MA770-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 18 - 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card Read the following guidelines before installing an expansion card to prevent hardware damage. Locate an expansion slot that...
... before you begin to install an expansion card: • Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Make sure the metal contacts on your card. GA-MA770-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 18 - 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card Read the following guidelines before installing an expansion card to prevent hardware damage. Locate an expansion slot that...
Manual
Page 20
... be connected to this audio jack for a headphone or 2-channel speaker. Only microphones still MUST be reconfigured to perform different functions via the audio software. GA-MA770-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 20 - Use this jack. Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out Jack (Orange) Use this audio jack to connect side speakers in a 7.1-channel audio configuration. Side...
... be connected to this audio jack for a headphone or 2-channel speaker. Only microphones still MUST be reconfigured to perform different functions via the audio software. GA-MA770-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 20 - Use this jack. Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out Jack (Orange) Use this audio jack to connect side speakers in a 7.1-channel audio configuration. Side...
Manual
Page 22
... -12V GND PS_ON(soft On/Off) GND GND GND -5V +5V +5V +5V (Only for 2x12-pin ATX) GND (Only for 2x12-pin ATX) GA-MA770-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 22 - 1/2) ATX_12V/ATX (2x2 12V Power Connector and 2x12 Main Power Connector) With the use of the power connector, the power supply can withstand...
... -12V GND PS_ON(soft On/Off) GND GND GND -5V +5V +5V +5V (Only for 2x12-pin ATX) GND (Only for 2x12-pin ATX) GA-MA770-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 22 - 1/2) ATX_12V/ATX (2x2 12V Power Connector and 2x12 Main Power Connector) With the use of the power connector, the power supply can withstand...
Manual
Page 24
... (for example, master or slave). (For information about configuring master/slave settings for the IDE devices, read the instructions from the device manufacturers.) 40 39 GA-MA770-DS3/S3 Motherboard 2 1 - 24 - If you wish to connect two IDE devices, remember to set the jumpers and the cabling according to the role of floppy...
... (for example, master or slave). (For information about configuring master/slave settings for the IDE devices, read the instructions from the device manufacturers.) 40 39 GA-MA770-DS3/S3 Motherboard 2 1 - 24 - If you wish to connect two IDE devices, remember to set the jumpers and the cabling according to the role of floppy...
Manual
Page 25
...RAID 10. Pin No. If more than two hard drives are compatible with SATA 1.5Gb/s standard. The LED is off when the system is in S3/S4 sleep state or powered off (S5). 1 - 25 - Pin No. 1 2 3 Definition MPD+ MPDMPD- The LED keeps blinking when the... state. The LED is operating. Refer to Chapter 5, "Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s)," for instructions on configuring a RAID array. System Status LED S0 On S1 Blinking S3/S4/S5 Off Hardware Installation Definition 1 GND SATAII1 SATAII0 7 17 1 2 TXP 3 TXN 4 GND 5 RXN 6 RXP 1 71 7 SATAII3 SATAII2 7 GND...
...RAID 10. Pin No. If more than two hard drives are compatible with SATA 1.5Gb/s standard. The LED is off when the system is in S3/S4 sleep state or powered off (S5). 1 - 25 - Pin No. 1 2 3 Definition MPD+ MPDMPD- The LED keeps blinking when the... state. The LED is operating. Refer to Chapter 5, "Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s)," for instructions on configuring a RAID array. System Status LED S0 On S1 Blinking S3/S4/S5 Off Hardware Installation Definition 1 GND SATAII1 SATAII0 7 17 1 2 TXP 3 TXN 4 GND 5 RXN 6 RXP 1 71 7 SATAII3 SATAII2 7 GND...
Manual
Page 26
...panel. You may configure the way to turn off your chassis front panel module to indicate the problem. If a problem is in S3/S4/S5 Off S3/S4 sleep state or powered off when the system is detected, the BIOS may differ by issuing a beep code. A front ...panel to this header, make sure the wire assignments and the pin assignments are matched correctly. PW+ PWSPEAK+ SPEAK- 2 20 1 19 HD+ HD- GA-MA770-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 26 - Refer to Chapter 5, "Troubleshooting," for more information). • SPEAK (Speaker, Orange): Connects to the power status indicator on the ...
...panel. You may configure the way to turn off your chassis front panel module to indicate the problem. If a problem is in S3/S4/S5 Off S3/S4 sleep state or powered off when the system is detected, the BIOS may differ by issuing a beep code. A front ...panel to this header, make sure the wire assignments and the pin assignments are matched correctly. PW+ PWSPEAK+ SPEAK- 2 20 1 19 HD+ HD- GA-MA770-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 26 - Refer to Chapter 5, "Troubleshooting," for more information). • SPEAK (Speaker, Orange): Connects to the power status indicator on the ...
Manual
Page 28
... have digital audio output from your expansion card. For purchasing the optional S/PDIF in cable, please contact the local dealer. Pin No. Definition 1 1 SPDIFO 2 GND GA-MA770-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 28 - Pin No.
... have digital audio output from your expansion card. For purchasing the optional S/PDIF in cable, please contact the local dealer. Pin No. Definition 1 1 SPDIFO 2 GND GA-MA770-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 28 - Pin No.
Manual
Page 30
... your computer. • Always turn off your computer and unplug the power cord before replacing the battery. • Replace the battery with local environmental regulations. GA-MA770-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 30 - 18) LPT (Parallel Port Header) The LPT header can provide one . Turn off your computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Replace the...
... your computer. • Always turn off your computer and unplug the power cord before replacing the battery. • Replace the battery with local environmental regulations. GA-MA770-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 30 - 18) LPT (Parallel Port Header) The LPT header can provide one . Turn off your computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Replace the...
Manual
Page 34
...: Q-Flash Press the key to access the Q-Flash utility directly without entering BIOS Setup. You can be based on BIOS Setup settings. GA-MA770-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 34 - AMD 770 BIOS for subsequent access to enter BIOS Setup first. For more information, refer to Chapter 4, "Xpress Recovery2... having to XpressRecovery2 during the POST. 2-1 Startup Screen The following screen may appear when the computer boots. The system will still be used for GA-MA770-DS3 D2 . . . . : BIOS Setup/Q-Flash : XpressRecovery2 : Boot Menu : Qflash 10/22/2007-RD780-SB600-6A66AG05C-00 Function Keys ...
...: Q-Flash Press the key to access the Q-Flash utility directly without entering BIOS Setup. You can be based on BIOS Setup settings. GA-MA770-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 34 - AMD 770 BIOS for subsequent access to enter BIOS Setup first. For more information, refer to Chapter 4, "Xpress Recovery2... having to XpressRecovery2 during the POST. 2-1 Startup Screen The following screen may appear when the computer boots. The system will still be used for GA-MA770-DS3 D2 . . . . : BIOS Setup/Q-Flash : XpressRecovery2 : Boot Menu : Qflash 10/22/2007-RD780-SB600-6A66AG05C-00 Function Keys ...
Manual
Page 36
... out this function to 8 profiles (Profile 1-8) and name each profile. First enter the profile name (to erase the default profile name, use this task.) GA-MA770-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 36 - Pressing to the confirmation message will exit BIOS Setup. (Pressing can create up to load the BIOS settings from BIOS If your CPU...
... out this function to 8 profiles (Profile 1-8) and name each profile. First enter the profile name (to erase the default profile name, use this task.) GA-MA770-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 36 - Pressing to the confirmation message will exit BIOS Setup. (Pressing can create up to load the BIOS settings from BIOS If your CPU...
Manual
Page 38
... extended memory. Drive A Allows you do not install a floppy disk drive, set this item to selects the type of cylinders. Landing Zone Landing zone. GA-MA770-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 38 - Halt on the hard drive. Cylinder Number of floppy disk drive installed in your hard drive specifications. No Errors The system boot will...
... extended memory. Drive A Allows you do not install a floppy disk drive, set this item to selects the type of cylinders. Landing Zone Landing zone. GA-MA770-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 38 - Halt on the hard drive. Cylinder Number of floppy disk drive installed in your hard drive specifications. No Errors The system boot will...