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GA-MA770-UD3/ GA-MA770-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. 1001 12ME-MA77UDS3-1001R
GA-MA770-UD3/ GA-MA770-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. 1001 12ME-MA77UDS3-1001R
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Table of Contents Box Contents ...6 Optional Items...6 GA-MA770-UD3/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 13 1-3-1 Installing the CPU 13 1-3-2 Installing the ...
Table of Contents Box Contents ...6 Optional Items...6 GA-MA770-UD3/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 13 1-3-1 Installing the CPU 13 1-3-2 Installing the ...
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... cable (Part No. 12CF1-1CM001-32R) S/PDIF in cable (Part No. 12CR1-1SPDIN-01R) LPT port cable (Part No. 12CF1-1LP001-01R) - 6 - Box Contents GA-MA770-UD3 or GA-MA770-US3 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...
... cable (Part No. 12CF1-1CM001-32R) S/PDIF in cable (Part No. 12CR1-1SPDIN-01R) LPT port cable (Part No. 12CF1-1LP001-01R) - 6 - Box Contents GA-MA770-UD3 or GA-MA770-US3 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...
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GA-MA770-UD3/US3 Motherboard Layout KB_MS SYS_FAN2 CPU_FAN Socket AM2 RCA_SPDIF ATX R_USB USB_1394_1 USB_1394_2 USB_LAN GA-MA770-UD3/US3 DDRII_1 DDRII_2 DDRII_3 DDRII_4 PWR_FAN F_AUDIO AUDIO ATX_12V PCIE_1 NB_FAN AMD 770 RTL8111C PCIE_2 CD_IN SPDIF_IN CODEC PCIE_3 SPDIF_OUT PCIE_4 TSB43AB23 PCI1 PCI2 F1_1394 COMA PCIE_16 IDE AMD SB700 Main BIOS F_USB1 BAT CLR_CMOS Backup BIOS F_USB2 SATAII1 SATAII3 SATAII0 CI SATAII2 IT8720 SATAII5 SATAII4 LPT FDD SYS_FAN1 F_PANEL PWR_LED "*" The GA-MA770-UD3 adopt All-Solid Capacitor design. - 7 -
GA-MA770-UD3/US3 Motherboard Layout KB_MS SYS_FAN2 CPU_FAN Socket AM2 RCA_SPDIF ATX R_USB USB_1394_1 USB_1394_2 USB_LAN GA-MA770-UD3/US3 DDRII_1 DDRII_2 DDRII_3 DDRII_4 PWR_FAN F_AUDIO AUDIO ATX_12V PCIE_1 NB_FAN AMD 770 RTL8111C PCIE_2 CD_IN SPDIF_IN CODEC PCIE_3 SPDIF_OUT PCIE_4 TSB43AB23 PCI1 PCI2 F1_1394 COMA PCIE_16 IDE AMD SB700 Main BIOS F_USB1 BAT CLR_CMOS Backup BIOS F_USB2 SATAII1 SATAII3 SATAII0 CI SATAII2 IT8720 SATAII5 SATAII4 LPT FDD SYS_FAN1 F_PANEL PWR_LED "*" The GA-MA770-UD3 adopt All-Solid Capacitor design. - 7 -
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.../ AMD AthlonTM processor/AMD Sempron TM X2 processor/ AMD SempronTM processor (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) 5200/2000 MT/s North Bridge: AMD...GIGABYTE's website for the latest memory support list.) Support for ECC memory (Note 3) Realtek ALC888 codec High Definition Audio 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel Support for S/PDIF In/Out Support for SATA RAID 0, RAID 1 and RAID 10 iTE IT8720 chip: - 1 x floppy disk drive connector supporting up to the internal USB headers) "*" The GA-MA770-UD3... supporting up to 1 floppy disk drive T.I. GA-MA770-UD3/US3 Motherboard - 10 -
.../ AMD AthlonTM processor/AMD Sempron TM X2 processor/ AMD SempronTM processor (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) 5200/2000 MT/s North Bridge: AMD...GIGABYTE's website for the latest memory support list.) Support for ECC memory (Note 3) Realtek ALC888 codec High Definition Audio 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel Support for S/PDIF In/Out Support for SATA RAID 0, RAID 1 and RAID 10 iTE IT8720 chip: - 1 x floppy disk drive connector supporting up to the internal USB headers) "*" The GA-MA770-UD3... supporting up to 1 floppy disk drive T.I. GA-MA770-UD3/US3 Motherboard - 10 -
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GA-MA770-UD3/US3 Motherboard - 12 - Unique Features Bundled Software Operating System Form Factor Support for @BIOS Support for Download Center Support for Q-Flash Support ...
GA-MA770-UD3/US3 Motherboard - 12 - Unique Features Bundled Software Operating System Form Factor Support for @BIOS Support for Download Center Support for Q-Flash Support ...
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... the CPU into the socket. B. Make sure that the CPU pins fit perfectly into the CPU socket. Do not force the CPU into their holes. GA-MA770-UD3/US3 Motherboard - 14 - Follow the steps below to the CPU. The CPU cannot fit in if oriented incorrectly.
... the CPU into the socket. B. Make sure that the CPU pins fit perfectly into the CPU socket. Do not force the CPU into their holes. GA-MA770-UD3/US3 Motherboard - 14 - Follow the steps below to the CPU. The CPU cannot fit in if oriented incorrectly.
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... DDRII_1 DDRII_2 DDRII_3 DDRII_4 Two Modules DS/SS DS/SS - - - - - - - - GA-MA770-UD3/US3 Motherboard - 16 - A memory module can be used . (Go to CPU limitation, read the following guidelines before installing the memory in Dual Channel mode . 1. DDRII_1 DDRII_2 DDRII_3 DDRII_4 Due to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. 1-4 Installing the Memory Read the following guidelines...
... DDRII_1 DDRII_2 DDRII_3 DDRII_4 Two Modules DS/SS DS/SS - - - - - - - - GA-MA770-UD3/US3 Motherboard - 16 - A memory module can be used . (Go to CPU limitation, read the following guidelines before installing the memory in Dual Channel mode . 1. DDRII_1 DDRII_2 DDRII_3 DDRII_4 Due to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. 1-4 Installing the Memory Read the following guidelines...
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... the card straight out from the chassis back panel. 2. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to make any required BIOS changes for your operating system. GA-MA770-UD3/US3 Motherboard - 18 - Carefully read the manual that supports your computer. PCI Express x1 Slot PCI Express x16 Slot PCI Slot Follow the steps below to...
... the card straight out from the chassis back panel. 2. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to make any required BIOS changes for your operating system. GA-MA770-UD3/US3 Motherboard - 18 - Carefully read the manual that supports your computer. PCI Express x1 Slot PCI Express x16 Slot PCI Slot Follow the steps below to...
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...) Use this jack. This jack can be connected to this audio jack to the instructions on setting up a 2/4/5.1/ 7.1-channel audio configuration in a 4/5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration. GA-MA770-UD3/US3 Motherboard - 20 - Line Out Jack (Green) The default line out jack. Refer to connect side speakers in jack. Use this audio jack to connect front...
...) Use this jack. This jack can be connected to this audio jack to the instructions on setting up a 2/4/5.1/ 7.1-channel audio configuration in a 4/5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration. GA-MA770-UD3/US3 Motherboard - 20 - Line Out Jack (Green) The default line out jack. Refer to connect side speakers in jack. Use this audio jack to connect front...
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...) 24 Definition 3.3V -12V GND PS_ON(soft On/Off) GND GND GND -5V +5V +5V +5V (Only for 2x12-pinATX) GND (Only for 2x12-pinATX) GA-MA770-UD3/US3 Motherboard - 22 - Before connecting the power connector, first make sure the power supply is recommended that a power supply that can withstand high power consumption be...
...) 24 Definition 3.3V -12V GND PS_ON(soft On/Off) GND GND GND -5V +5V +5V +5V (Only for 2x12-pinATX) GND (Only for 2x12-pinATX) GA-MA770-UD3/US3 Motherboard - 22 - Before connecting the power connector, first make sure the power supply is recommended that a power supply that can withstand high power consumption be...
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... (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-UD3/US3 Motherboard 2 1 - 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-UD3/US3 Motherboard 2 1 - 24 -
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... reset switch on the chassis front panel. Note the positive and negative pins before connecting the cables. The system reports system startup status by chassis. GA-MA770-UD3/US3 Motherboard - 26 - The S0 On LED is detected, the BIOS may differ by issuing a beep code. If a problem is on the chassis front panel. When...
... reset switch on the chassis front panel. Note the positive and negative pins before connecting the cables. The system reports system startup status by chassis. GA-MA770-UD3/US3 Motherboard - 26 - The S0 On LED is detected, the BIOS may differ by issuing a beep code. If a problem is on the chassis front panel. When...
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For purchasing the optional S/PDIF in cable. Pin No. Definition 1 1 SPDIFO 2 GND GA-MA770-UD3/US3 Motherboard - 28 - Definition 1 Power 2 SPDIFI 1 3 GND 15) SPDIF_OUT (S/PDIF Out Header) This header supports digital S/PDIF out and connects a S/PDIF digital audio cable (provided by ...
For purchasing the optional S/PDIF in cable. Pin No. Definition 1 1 SPDIFO 2 GND GA-MA770-UD3/US3 Motherboard - 28 - Definition 1 Power 2 SPDIFI 1 3 GND 15) SPDIF_OUT (S/PDIF Out Header) This header supports digital S/PDIF out and connects a S/PDIF digital audio cable (provided by ...
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... 25 Pin No. For purchasing the optional COM port cable, please contact the local dealer. 2 10 1 9 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Definition NDCDNSIN NSOUT NDTRGND NDSRNRTSNCTSNRINo Pin GA-MA770-UD3/US3 Motherboard - 30 - 18) LPT (Parallel Port Header) The LPT header can provide one parallel port via an optional COM port cable.
... 25 Pin No. For purchasing the optional COM port cable, please contact the local dealer. 2 10 1 9 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Definition NDCDNSIN NSOUT NDTRGND NDSRNRTSNCTSNRINo Pin GA-MA770-UD3/US3 Motherboard - 30 - 18) LPT (Parallel Port Header) The LPT header can provide one parallel port via an optional COM port cable.
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...) 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. GA-MA770-UD3/US3 Motherboard - 32 - Open: Normal Short: Clear CMOS Values • Always turn off your computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before clearing...
...) 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. GA-MA770-UD3/US3 Motherboard - 32 - Open: Normal Short: Clear CMOS Values • Always turn off your computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before clearing...
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...Model BIOS Version Award Modular BIOS v6.00PG, An Energy Star Ally Copyright (C) 1984-2008, Award Software, Inc. Note: The setting in Boot Menu. GA-MA770-UD3/US3 Motherboard - 34 - Function Keys : BIOS Setup : XpressRecovery2 : Boot Menu : Qflash 11/06/2008-RD780-SB700-6A66AG09C-00 Function Keys Function Keys:...screen at system startup, refer to the instructions on the Full Screen LOGO Show item on BIOS Setup settings. You can be used for GA-MA770-UD3 E1 . . . . After system restart, the device boot order will directly boot from the device configured in Boot Menu is effective ...
...Model BIOS Version Award Modular BIOS v6.00PG, An Energy Star Ally Copyright (C) 1984-2008, Award Software, Inc. Note: The setting in Boot Menu. GA-MA770-UD3/US3 Motherboard - 34 - Function Keys : BIOS Setup : XpressRecovery2 : Boot Menu : Qflash 11/06/2008-RD780-SB700-6A66AG09C-00 Function Keys Function Keys:...screen at system startup, refer to the instructions on the Full Screen LOGO Show item on BIOS Setup settings. You can be used for GA-MA770-UD3 E1 . . . . After system restart, the device boot order will directly boot from the device configured in Boot Menu is effective ...
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... to the system and BIOS Setup. It allows you to restrict access to the system and BIOS Setup. You can also carry out this task.) GA-MA770-UD3/US3 Motherboard - 36 - Pressing to the confirmation message will exit BIOS Setup. (Pressing can create up to make changes in BIOS Setup. Set User Password...
... to the system and BIOS Setup. It allows you to restrict access to the system and BIOS Setup. You can also carry out this task.) GA-MA770-UD3/US3 Motherboard - 36 - Pressing to the confirmation message will exit BIOS Setup. (Pressing can create up to make changes in BIOS Setup. Set User Password...
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... item below to be configurable. (Default: Auto) Memory Clock This option is configurable only when Set Memory Clock is set the memory clock as required. GA-MA770-UD3/US3 Motherboard - 38 - When you to Manual. Auto lets BIOS automatically set to manually set the memory clock. X4.00 Sets Memory Clock to DDR 400...
... item below to be configurable. (Default: Auto) Memory Clock This option is configurable only when Set Memory Clock is set the memory clock as required. GA-MA770-UD3/US3 Motherboard - 38 - When you to Manual. Auto lets BIOS automatically set to manually set the memory clock. X4.00 Sets Memory Clock to DDR 400...
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... damage to set the North Bridge voltage. SouthBridge Volt Control Allows you to set the system voltages. Normal Supplies the South Bridge voltage as required. GA-MA770-UD3/US3 Motherboard - 40 - Manual allows all voltage control items below to manually set the CPU North Bridge voltage. Row Cycle Time Options are : Auto (default), 2T...
... damage to set the North Bridge voltage. SouthBridge Volt Control Allows you to set the system voltages. Normal Supplies the South Bridge voltage as required. GA-MA770-UD3/US3 Motherboard - 40 - Manual allows all voltage control items below to manually set the CPU North Bridge voltage. Row Cycle Time Options are : Auto (default), 2T...