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...trademarks mentioned in any form or by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. No part of GIGABYTE. Changes to the specifications and features in this manual are legally registered to use of the product, read the Quick Installation Guide included with the product. Check ...your motherboard looks like this product, GIGABYTE provides the following types of documentations: For quick set-up of this : "REV: X.X." ...
...trademarks mentioned in any form or by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. No part of GIGABYTE. Changes to the specifications and features in this manual are legally registered to use of the product, read the Quick Installation Guide included with the product. Check ...your motherboard looks like this product, GIGABYTE provides the following types of documentations: For quick set-up of this : "REV: X.X." ...
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Table of Contents Box Contents...6 Optional Items...6 GA-MA785GPMT-UD2H/GA-MA785GMT-UD2H(US2H 7 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 CPU Cooler 15 1-4 Installing the Memory 16 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration 16 1-4-2 Installing a Memory 17 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card 18 1-6 Setup of the ATI...
Table of Contents Box Contents...6 Optional Items...6 GA-MA785GPMT-UD2H/GA-MA785GMT-UD2H(US2H 7 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 CPU Cooler 15 1-4 Installing the Memory 16 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration 16 1-4-2 Installing a Memory 17 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card 18 1-6 Setup of the ATI...
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...76 Chapter 5 Appendix...77 5-1 Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s 77 5-1-1 Configuring the Onboard SATA Controller 77 5-1-2 Making a SATA RAID/AHCI Driver Diskette 83 5-1-3 Installing the SATA RAID/AHCI Driver and Operating System 84 5-2 Configuring Audio Input and Output 88 5-2-1 Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio 88 5-2-2 Configuring S/PDIF In/Out 90 ... 93 5-2-5 Using the Sound Recorder 95 5-3 Troubleshooting 96 5-3-1 Frequently Asked Questions 96 5-3-2 Troubleshooting Procedure 97 5-4 Regulatory Statements 99 j Only for GA-MA785GMT-UD2H. - 5 - k Only for GA-MA785GPMT-UD2H.
...76 Chapter 5 Appendix...77 5-1 Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s 77 5-1-1 Configuring the Onboard SATA Controller 77 5-1-2 Making a SATA RAID/AHCI Driver Diskette 83 5-1-3 Installing the SATA RAID/AHCI Driver and Operating System 84 5-2 Configuring Audio Input and Output 88 5-2-1 Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio 88 5-2-2 Configuring S/PDIF In/Out 90 ... 93 5-2-5 Using the Sound Recorder 95 5-3 Troubleshooting 96 5-3-1 Frequently Asked Questions 96 5-3-2 Troubleshooting Procedure 97 5-4 Regulatory Statements 99 j Only for GA-MA785GMT-UD2H. - 5 - k Only for GA-MA785GPMT-UD2H.
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... No. 12CF1-1CM001-3*R) LPT port cable (Part No. 12CF1-1LP001-0*R) - 6 - The box contents are for reference only. Box Contents GA-MA785GPMT-UD2H, GA-MA785GMT-UD2H, or GA-MA785GMT-US2H 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...
... No. 12CF1-1CM001-3*R) LPT port cable (Part No. 12CF1-1LP001-0*R) - 6 - The box contents are for reference only. Box Contents GA-MA785GPMT-UD2H, GA-MA785GMT-UD2H, or GA-MA785GMT-US2H 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...
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...8226; It is best to the use of the product, please consult a certified computer technician. - 9 - Hardware Installation 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 ... ESD wrist strap, keep your hands dry and first touch a metal object to eliminate static electricity. • Prior to installing the motherboard, please have a problem related to wear an electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap when handling electronic com- These ...
...8226; It is best to the use of the product, please consult a certified computer technician. - 9 - Hardware Installation 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 ... ESD wrist strap, keep your hands dry and first touch a metal object to eliminate static electricity. • Prior to installing the motherboard, please have a problem related to wear an electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap when handling electronic com- These ...
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...GA-MA785GPMT-UD2H. Hardware Installation - 10 - Support for SATA RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10, and JBOD iTE IT8718 chip: - 1 x floppy disk drive connector supporting up to 1 floppy disk drive "*" j k The GA-MA785GPMT-UD2H/GA-MA785GMT-UD2H adopts All-Solid Capacitor design. Only for GA-MA785GMT...-UD2H. 1-2 Product Specifications CPU Support for AM3 processors: AMD Phenom™ II processor/ AMD Athlon™ II processor (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the...
...GA-MA785GPMT-UD2H. Hardware Installation - 10 - Support for SATA RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10, and JBOD iTE IT8718 chip: - 1 x floppy disk drive connector supporting up to 1 floppy disk drive "*" j k The GA-MA785GPMT-UD2H/GA-MA785GMT-UD2H adopts All-Solid Capacitor design. Only for GA-MA785GMT...-UD2H. 1-2 Product Specifications CPU Support for AM3 processors: AMD Phenom™ II processor/ AMD Athlon™ II processor (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the...
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Hardware Installation TSB43AB23 chip Up to 2 IEEE 1394a ports (1 on the back panel, 6 via the IEEE 1394a bracket connected to the internal USB headers) T.I /O Controller w Integrated in ...
Hardware Installation TSB43AB23 chip Up to 2 IEEE 1394a ports (1 on the back panel, 6 via the IEEE 1394a bracket connected to the internal USB headers) T.I /O Controller w Integrated in ...
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...DMI 2.0, SM BIOS 2.4, ACPI 1.0b Support for @BIOS Support for Q-Flash Support for Xpress BIOS Rescue Support for Download Center Support for Xpress Install Support for Xpress Recovery2 Support for EasyTune (Note 5) Support for Easy Energy Saver Support for Time Repair Support for Q-Share Norton Internet Security (OEM ...Factor; 24.3cm x 24.3cm (Note 1) Due to Windows Vista/XP 32-bit operating system limitation, when more than 4 GB of physical memory is installed, the actual memory size displayed will be less than 4 GB. (Note 2) The DVI-D port does not support D-Sub connection by adapter. (Note ...
...DMI 2.0, SM BIOS 2.4, ACPI 1.0b Support for @BIOS Support for Q-Flash Support for Xpress BIOS Rescue Support for Download Center Support for Xpress Install Support for Xpress Recovery2 Support for EasyTune (Note 5) Support for Easy Energy Saver Support for Time Repair Support for Q-Share Norton Internet Security (OEM ...Factor; 24.3cm x 24.3cm (Note 1) Due to Windows Vista/XP 32-bit operating system limitation, when more than 4 GB of physical memory is installed, the actual memory size displayed will be less than 4 GB. (Note 2) The DVI-D port does not support D-Sub connection by adapter. (Note ...
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...beyond the standard specifications, please do so according to your hardware specifications including the CPU, graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc. 1-3-1 Installing the CPU A. If you may occur. • Set the CPU host frequency in accordance with the CPU specifications. A Small Triangle ...if the CPU cooler is not recommended that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. 1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler Read the following guidelines before installing the CPU to prevent hardware damage. • Locate the pin one (denoted by a ...
...beyond the standard specifications, please do so according to your hardware specifications including the CPU, graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc. 1-3-1 Installing the CPU A. If you may occur. • Set the CPU host frequency in accordance with the CPU specifications. A Small Triangle ...if the CPU cooler is not recommended that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. 1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler Read the following guidelines before installing the CPU to prevent hardware damage. • Locate the pin one (denoted by a ...
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The CPU cannot fit in if oriented incorrectly. B. Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU into the motherboard CPU socket. • Before installing the CPU, make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the CPU. • ...Do not force the CPU into their holes. Hardware Installation - 14 - Step 2: Align the CPU pin one finger down on the CPU socket and gently insert the CPU into the fully locked position. Adjust the...
The CPU cannot fit in if oriented incorrectly. B. Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU into the motherboard CPU socket. • Before installing the CPU, make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the CPU. • ...Do not force the CPU into their holes. Hardware Installation - 14 - Step 2: Align the CPU pin one finger down on the CPU socket and gently insert the CPU into the fully locked position. Adjust the...
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... the CPU cooler clip to the mounting lug on the retention frame. Hardware Installation 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 CPU cooler installation manual for instructions on installing the cooler.) Step 5: Finally, attach the...
... the CPU cooler clip to the mounting lug on the retention frame. Hardware Installation 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 CPU cooler installation manual for instructions on installing the cooler.) Step 5: Finally, attach the...
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... Channel mode. 1. When enabling Dual Channel mode with two or four memory modules, it is installed. 2. After the memory is recommended that the motherboard supports the memory. Hardware Installation - 16 - A memory module can be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. DDR3_1 DDR3_2 DDR3_3 DDR3_4 Due to prevent hardware damage. • Memory...
... Channel mode. 1. When enabling Dual Channel mode with two or four memory modules, it is installed. 2. After the memory is recommended that the motherboard supports the memory. Hardware Installation - 16 - A memory module can be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. DDR3_1 DDR3_2 DDR3_3 DDR3_4 Due to prevent hardware damage. • Memory...
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Step 2: The clips at both ends of the memory module. Follow the steps below to install DDR3 DIMMs on this motherboard. As indicated in the picture on the top edge of the memory socket.... DIMMs are not compatible to each other or DDR DIMMs. Be sure to correctly install your fingers on the left, place your memory modules in one direction. 1-4-2 Installing a Memory Before installing a memory module, make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord... - 17 - Spread the retaining clips at both ends of the memory, push down on the socket. Hardware Installation
Step 2: The clips at both ends of the memory module. Follow the steps below to install DDR3 DIMMs on this motherboard. As indicated in the picture on the top edge of the memory socket.... DIMMs are not compatible to each other or DDR DIMMs. Be sure to correctly install your fingers on the left, place your memory modules in one direction. 1-4-2 Installing a Memory Before installing a memory module, make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord... - 17 - Spread the retaining clips at both ends of the memory, push down on the socket. Hardware Installation
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...expansion card: • Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Install the driver provided with a screw. 5. After installing all expansion cards, replace the chassis cover(s). 6. Example: Installing and Removing a PCI Express Graphics Card: • Installing a Graphics Card: Gently push down on the slot and then lift the... to prevent hardware damage. Remove the metal slot cover from the slot. Secure the card's metal bracket to correctly install your computer. PCI Express x1 Slot PCI Express x16 Slot PCI Slot Follow the steps below to the chassis back panel...
...expansion card: • Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Install the driver provided with a screw. 5. After installing all expansion cards, replace the chassis cover(s). 6. Example: Installing and Removing a PCI Express Graphics Card: • Installing a Graphics Card: Gently push down on the slot and then lift the... to prevent hardware damage. Remove the metal slot cover from the slot. Secure the card's metal bracket to correctly install your computer. PCI Express x1 Slot PCI Express x16 Slot PCI Slot Follow the steps below to the chassis back panel...
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... ATI Hybrid CrossFireX™ Configuration Combining the onboard GPU with a discrete graphics card, ATI Hybrid CrossFireX can provide significantly advanced display performance for GA-MA785GMT-UD2H. C. j Only for GA-MA785GMT-US2H. (Note 1) For Windows XP, you must install AMD chipset driver version 8.51 or later. (Note 2) You do not have to disable the CrossFire function in -
... ATI Hybrid CrossFireX™ Configuration Combining the onboard GPU with a discrete graphics card, ATI Hybrid CrossFireX can provide significantly advanced display performance for GA-MA785GMT-UD2H. C. j Only for GA-MA785GMT-US2H. (Note 1) For Windows XP, you must install AMD chipset driver version 8.51 or later. (Note 2) You do not have to disable the CrossFire function in -
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...channel-LPCM formats. (AC3 and DTS require the use of 1920x1080p but the actual resolutions supported depend on the monitor being used. • After installing the HDMI device, make sure the default device for sound playback is the HDMI device. (The item name may differ by adapter. (Note ... support a maximum resolution of an external decoder for USB devices such as a USB keyboard/mouse, USB printer, USB flash drive and etc. Hardware Installation - 20 - Use this port. Connect the HDMI audio/video device to this port for decoding.) In Windows Vista, select Start>Control Panel>Sound,...
...channel-LPCM formats. (AC3 and DTS require the use of 1920x1080p but the actual resolutions supported depend on the monitor being used. • After installing the HDMI device, make sure the default device for sound playback is the HDMI device. (The item name may differ by adapter. (Note ... support a maximum resolution of an external decoder for USB devices such as a USB keyboard/mouse, USB printer, USB flash drive and etc. Hardware Installation - 20 - Use this port. Connect the HDMI audio/video device to this port for decoding.) In Windows Vista, select Start>Control Panel>Sound,...
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..., when playing the HD DVD or Blu-ray discs, refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Advanced BIOS Features," for video output: DVI-D, HDMI and D-Sub. Hardware Installation Playback of the LAN port LEDs. Use this feature, ensure that supports digital optical audio. A. Dual Display Combination DVI-D + D-Sub DVI-D + HDMI HDMI + D-Sub Supported...
..., when playing the HD DVD or Blu-ray discs, refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Advanced BIOS Features," for video output: DVI-D, HDMI and D-Sub. Hardware Installation Playback of the LAN port LEDs. Use this feature, ensure that supports digital optical audio. A. Dual Display Combination DVI-D + D-Sub DVI-D + HDMI HDMI + D-Sub Supported...
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This jack can be used to the instructions on setting up a 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration in jack. j Only for GA-MA785GMT-UD2H. Hardware Installation - 22 - Use this jack. Line Out Jack (Green) The default line out jack. Refer to connect front speakers in a 4kl/5.1kl/7.1-channel audio configuration. Line ... jack for a headphone or 2-channel speaker. Use this audio jack to connect side speakers in devices such as an optical drive, walkman, etc. k Only for GA-MA785GPMT-UD2H. l Only for GA-MA785GMT-US2H.
This jack can be used to the instructions on setting up a 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration in jack. j Only for GA-MA785GMT-UD2H. Hardware Installation - 22 - Use this jack. Line Out Jack (Green) The default line out jack. Refer to connect front speakers in a 4kl/5.1kl/7.1-channel audio configuration. Line ... jack for a headphone or 2-channel speaker. Use this audio jack to connect side speakers in devices such as an optical drive, walkman, etc. k Only for GA-MA785GPMT-UD2H. l Only for GA-MA785GMT-US2H.
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Unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the devices. • After installing the device and before connecting external devices: • First make sure the device cable has been securely attached to turn off the devices and your ...devices are compliant with the connectors you wish to connect. • Before installing the devices, be sure to the connector on the motherboard. - 23 - 1-8 Internal Connectors 1 6 18 2 3 16 11 7 5 12 8 13 10 17 19 15 20 4 14 9 1) ATX_12V_2X4...
Unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the devices. • After installing the device and before connecting external devices: • First make sure the device cable has been securely attached to turn off the devices and your ...devices are compliant with the connectors you wish to connect. • Before installing the devices, be sure to the connector on the motherboard. - 23 - 1-8 Internal Connectors 1 6 18 2 3 16 11 7 5 12 8 13 10 17 19 15 20 4 14 9 1) ATX_12V_2X4...
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... a power supply that does not provide the required power, the result can lead to an unstable or unbootable system. • The power connectors are properly installed. Definition 1 GND (Only for 2x4-pin 12V) 2 GND (Only for 2x4-pin 12V) 3 GND 4 GND 5 +12V (Only for 2x4-pin 12V) 6 +12V (Only for 2x4... -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) Hardware Installation - 24 - If the 12V power connector is not connected, the computer will not start. • To meet expansion requirements, it is used (500W or greater...
... a power supply that does not provide the required power, the result can lead to an unstable or unbootable system. • The power connectors are properly installed. Definition 1 GND (Only for 2x4-pin 12V) 2 GND (Only for 2x4-pin 12V) 3 GND 4 GND 5 +12V (Only for 2x4-pin 12V) 6 +12V (Only for 2x4... -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) Hardware Installation - 24 - If the 12V power connector is not connected, the computer will not start. • To meet expansion requirements, it is used (500W or greater...