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GA-MA78GPM-UD2H 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-MA78PU2-1001R
GA-MA78GPM-UD2H 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-MA78PU2-1001R
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...any form or by any means without prior notice. For product-related information, check on our website at: http://www.gigabyte.com.tw Identifying Your Motherboard Revision The revision number on how to their respective owners. For example, "REV: 1.0" means the revision of the... motherboard is the property of this manual may be reproduced, copied, translated, transmitted, or published in this product, GIGABYTE provides the following types of documentations: For quick set-up of this manual ...
...any form or by any means without prior notice. For product-related information, check on our website at: http://www.gigabyte.com.tw Identifying Your Motherboard Revision The revision number on how to their respective owners. For example, "REV: 1.0" means the revision of the... motherboard is the property of this manual may be reproduced, copied, translated, transmitted, or published in this product, GIGABYTE provides the following types of documentations: For quick set-up of this manual ...
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Table of Contents Box Contents ...6 OptionalItems...6 GA-MA78GPM-UD2H 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 ...
Table of Contents Box Contents ...6 OptionalItems...6 GA-MA78GPM-UD2H 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 ...
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...-0*R) COM port cable (Part No. 12CF1-1CM001-3*R) S/PDIF in and out cable (Part No. 12CR1-1SPINO-1*R) LPT port cable (Part No. 12CF1-1LP001-0*R) - 6 - Box Contents GA-MA78GPM-UD2H 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 box contents...
...-0*R) COM port cable (Part No. 12CF1-1CM001-3*R) S/PDIF in and out cable (Part No. 12CR1-1SPINO-1*R) LPT port cable (Part No. 12CF1-1LP001-0*R) - 6 - Box Contents GA-MA78GPM-UD2H 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 box contents...
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GA-MA78GPM-UD2H Motherboard Layout DVI-D VGA KB_MS ATX_12V_2X4 Socket AM2 M_BIOS B_BIOS IT8718 CI FDD HDMI ATX OPTICAL CPU_FAN BATTERY USB 1394 ESATA LAN USB CLR_CMOS AUDIO F_AUDIO PCIE1 NB_FAN RTL8111C PCIEX16 AMD 780G PCI1 GA-MA78GPM-UD2H CD_IN CODEC PCI2 SPDIF_IO COM SidePort Memory DDR2_1 DDR2_2 DDR2_3 DDR2_4 LPT IDE AMD SB700 SATA2_4 SATA2_0 SATA2_2 F_USB1 F_USB2 F_USB3 F_USB4 SATA2_1 SATA2_3 TSB43AB23 F_1394_1 SYS_FAN PWR_LED F_PANEL - 7 -
GA-MA78GPM-UD2H Motherboard Layout DVI-D VGA KB_MS ATX_12V_2X4 Socket AM2 M_BIOS B_BIOS IT8718 CI FDD HDMI ATX OPTICAL CPU_FAN BATTERY USB 1394 ESATA LAN USB CLR_CMOS AUDIO F_AUDIO PCIE1 NB_FAN RTL8111C PCIEX16 AMD 780G PCI1 GA-MA78GPM-UD2H CD_IN CODEC PCI2 SPDIF_IO COM SidePort Memory DDR2_1 DDR2_2 DDR2_3 DDR2_4 LPT IDE AMD SB700 SATA2_4 SATA2_0 SATA2_2 F_USB1 F_USB2 F_USB3 F_USB4 SATA2_1 SATA2_3 TSB43AB23 F_1394_1 SYS_FAN PWR_LED F_PANEL - 7 -
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...wrist strap when handling electronic components such as a result of your dealer. 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 physical harm to the user... on an uneven surface. • Do not place the computer system in a high-temperature environment. • Turning on the motherboard, make sure the power supply voltage has been set according to the local voltage standard. • Before using the product, please...
...wrist strap when handling electronic components such as a result of your dealer. 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 physical harm to the user... on an uneven surface. • Do not place the computer system in a high-temperature environment. • Turning on the motherboard, make sure the power supply voltage has been set according to the local voltage standard. • Before using the product, please...
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...PhenomTM X3 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 North Bridge: AMD 780G South Bridge: AMD SB700... (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 ALC889A codec High Definition Audio 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel Support for Dolby® ... on the back panel supporting up to the internal USB headers) GA-MA78GPM-UD2H Motherboard - 10 -
...PhenomTM X3 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 North Bridge: AMD 780G South Bridge: AMD SB700... (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 ALC889A codec High Definition Audio 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel Support for Dolby® ... on the back panel supporting up to the internal USB headers) GA-MA78GPM-UD2H Motherboard - 10 -
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GA-MA78GPM-UD2H Motherboard - 12 - Unique Features Bundled Software Operating System Form Factor Support for @BIOS Support for Q-Flash Support for Virtual Dual BIOS Support ... CPU/system fan speed control function is supported will depend on the CPU/ system cooler you install. (Note 7) Available functions in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model. (Note 8) Due to the hardware limitation, you must install an AMD AM2+ PhenomTM series CPU to enable support for Easy Energy Saver.
GA-MA78GPM-UD2H Motherboard - 12 - Unique Features Bundled Software Operating System Form Factor Support for @BIOS Support for Q-Flash Support for Virtual Dual BIOS Support ... CPU/system fan speed control function is supported will depend on the CPU/ system cooler you install. (Note 7) Available functions in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model. (Note 8) Due to the hardware limitation, you must install an AMD AM2+ PhenomTM series CPU to enable support for Easy Energy Saver.
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mended that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. It is not installed, otherwise overheating and damage of the CPU may occur. • Set the CPU host frequency in accordance ...
mended that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. It is not installed, otherwise overheating and damage of the CPU may occur. • Set the CPU host frequency in accordance ...
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... the CPU pin one finger down on the CPU socket and gently insert the CPU into the socket. Do not force the CPU into the motherboard CPU socket. The CPU cannot fit in if oriented incorrectly. Adjust the CPU orientation if this occurs. Follow the steps below to the CPU. Make... the CPU, lowering the locking lever and latching it into their holes. CPU Socket Locking Lever Step 1: Completely lift up the CPU socket locking lever. GA-MA78GPM-UD2H Motherboard - 14 -
... the CPU pin one finger down on the CPU socket and gently insert the CPU into the socket. Do not force the CPU into the motherboard CPU socket. The CPU cannot fit in if oriented incorrectly. Adjust the CPU orientation if this occurs. Follow the steps below to the CPU. Make... the CPU, lowering the locking lever and latching it into their holes. CPU Socket Locking Lever Step 1: Completely lift up the CPU socket locking lever. GA-MA78GPM-UD2H Motherboard - 14 -
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.../tape between the CPU cooler and CPU may damage the CPU. - 15 - Step 3: Hook the CPU cooler clip to the mounting lug on the motherboard. Step 4: Turn the cam handle from the left side to the right side (as the example.) Step 1: Apply an even and thin layer of .... 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:...
.../tape between the CPU cooler and CPU may damage the CPU. - 15 - Step 3: Hook the CPU cooler clip to the mounting lug on the motherboard. Step 4: Turn the cam handle from the left side to the right side (as the example.) Step 1: Apply an even and thin layer of .... 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:...
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... double the original memory bandwidth. When enabling Dual Channel mode with two or four memory modules, it is recommended that the motherboard supports the memory. 1-4 Installing the Memory Read the following guidelines before you begin to install the memory: • Make ... Channel Technology. GA-MA78GPM-UD2H Motherboard - 16 - Enabling Dual Channel memory mode will automatically detect the specifications and capacity of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be installed, it is installed. 2. DDR2_1 DDR2_2 DDR2_3 DDR2_4 Due to be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum...
... double the original memory bandwidth. When enabling Dual Channel mode with two or four memory modules, it is recommended that the motherboard supports the memory. 1-4 Installing the Memory Read the following guidelines before you begin to install the memory: • Make ... Channel Technology. GA-MA78GPM-UD2H Motherboard - 16 - Enabling Dual Channel memory mode will automatically detect the specifications and capacity of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be installed, it is installed. 2. DDR2_1 DDR2_2 DDR2_3 DDR2_4 Due to be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum...
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... , 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. Step 1: Note the orientation of the memory socket. Follow the steps below to correctly install your memory modules in the picture on the left, place...
... , 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. Step 1: Note the orientation of the memory socket. Follow the steps below to correctly install your memory modules in the picture on the left, place...
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... out from the slot. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to make any required BIOS changes for your expansion card in your computer. GA-MA78GPM-UD2H Motherboard - 18 - Example: Installing and Removing a PCI Express x16 Graphics Card: • Installing a Graphics Card: Gently push down on...4. Remove the metal slot cover from the power outlet before you begin to install an expansion card: • Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card Read the following guidelines before installing an expansion card to prevent hardware damage....
... out from the slot. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to make any required BIOS changes for your expansion card in your computer. GA-MA78GPM-UD2H Motherboard - 18 - Example: Installing and Removing a PCI Express x16 Graphics Card: • Installing a Graphics Card: Gently push down on...4. Remove the metal slot cover from the power outlet before you begin to install an expansion card: • Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card Read the following guidelines before installing an expansion card to prevent hardware damage....
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...Enter the CrossFire menu and select the Enable CrossFire checkbox. • You do not have to install the graphics card driver if the motherboard chipset driver has been installed. • To change the Internal Graphic Mode or UMA Frame Buffer Size setting in the system tray after...you must install AMD chipset driver version 8.51 or later. - 19 - ATI Hybrid CrossFireX Driver Installation and Setup Insert the motherboard driver disk and select Installing Chipset Drivers. Restart your system when completed. This section give instructions on configuring an ATI Hybrid CrossFireX system.
...Enter the CrossFire menu and select the Enable CrossFire checkbox. • You do not have to install the graphics card driver if the motherboard chipset driver has been installed. • To change the Internal Graphic Mode or UMA Frame Buffer Size setting in the system tray after...you must install AMD chipset driver version 8.51 or later. - 19 - ATI Hybrid CrossFireX Driver Installation and Setup Insert the motherboard driver disk and select Installing Chipset Drivers. Restart your system when completed. This section give instructions on configuring an ATI Hybrid CrossFireX system.
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... lower port (purple) to this port. DVI-D Port (Note) The DVI-D port supports DVI-D specifictation. Connect a monitor that supports DVI-D connection to connect a PS/2 keyboard. GA-MA78GPM-UD2H Motherboard - 20 -
... lower port (purple) to this port. DVI-D Port (Note) The DVI-D port supports DVI-D specifictation. Connect a monitor that supports DVI-D connection to connect a PS/2 keyboard. GA-MA78GPM-UD2H Motherboard - 20 -
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... bandwidth and hotplug capabilities. Use the port to the recommended system requirements (or better) below shows the supported dual display configurations. Dual Display Configurations: This motherboard provides three ports for USB devices such as an USB keyboard/mouse, USB printer, USB flash drive and etc. Use this port for more information...
... bandwidth and hotplug capabilities. Use the port to the recommended system requirements (or better) below shows the supported dual display configurations. Dual Display Configurations: This motherboard provides three ports for USB devices such as an USB keyboard/mouse, USB printer, USB flash drive and etc. Use this port for more information...
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...; When removing the cable, pull it side to side to connect side speakers in devices such as an optical drive, walkman, etc. GA-MA78GPM-UD2H Motherboard - 22 - Side Speaker Out Jack (Gray) Use this audio jack for a headphone or 2-channel speaker. Microphones must be reconfigured to a back panel connector, first remove ...
...; When removing the cable, pull it side to side to connect side speakers in devices such as an optical drive, walkman, etc. GA-MA78GPM-UD2H Motherboard - 22 - Side Speaker Out Jack (Gray) Use this audio jack for a headphone or 2-channel speaker. Microphones must be reconfigured to a back panel connector, first remove ...
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... 14) F_USB1 / F_USB2 / F_USB3 / F_USB4 15) F_1394_1 16) LPT 17) COM 18) CI 19) CLR_CMOS 20) BATTERY Read the following guidelines before turning on the motherboard. - 23 - Unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the devices. • After installing the device and before connecting external devices...
... 14) F_USB1 / F_USB2 / F_USB3 / F_USB4 15) F_1394_1 16) LPT 17) COM 18) CI 19) CLR_CMOS 20) BATTERY Read the following guidelines before turning on the motherboard. - 23 - Unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the devices. • After installing the device and before connecting external devices...