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... series processor/Intel® Core™ i5 series processor in the LGA1156 package (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) L3 cache varies with CPU Chipset w Intel® P55 Express Chipset Memory Audio 4 x 1.5V DDR3 DIMM sockets supporting up to 16 GB of system memory (Note 1) w Dual channel memory architecture ...
... series processor/Intel® Core™ i5 series processor in the LGA1156 package (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) L3 cache varies with CPU Chipset w Intel® P55 Express Chipset Memory Audio 4 x 1.5V DDR3 DIMM sockets supporting up to 16 GB of system memory (Note 1) w Dual channel memory architecture ...
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... install it in the PCIEX16 slot. (Note 3) The PCIEX16 slot operates at up to x4 mode when ATI CrossFireX™ is enabled. (Note 4) Whether the CPU/system fan speed control function is supported will depend on the CPU/system cooler you install. (Note 5) Available functions in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model.
... install it in the PCIEX16 slot. (Note 3) The PCIEX16 slot operates at up to x4 mode when ATI CrossFireX™ is enabled. (Note 4) Whether the CPU/system fan speed control function is supported will depend on the CPU/system cooler you install. (Note 5) Available functions in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model.
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... the frequency beyond hardware specifications since it does not meet the standard requirements for the latest CPU support list.) • Always turn on the computer if the CPU cooler is not recommended that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. Hardware Installation If you wish to set beyond the standard specifications...
... the frequency beyond hardware specifications since it does not meet the standard requirements for the latest CPU support list.) • Always turn on the computer if the CPU cooler is not recommended that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. Hardware Installation If you wish to set beyond the standard specifications...
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... switch the direction. 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides four DDR3 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. DS/SS - - When enabling Dual Channel mode with two memory modules...-Sided, DS=Double-Sided, "- -"=No Memory) DDR3_2 DDR3_1 DDR3_4 DDR3_3 Due to CPU limitations, read the following guidelines before installing the memory to prevent hardware damage. •...that memory of the memory. The four DDR3 memory sockets are unable to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. 1-4 Installing the Memory Read the following guidelines before...
... switch the direction. 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides four DDR3 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. DS/SS - - When enabling Dual Channel mode with two memory modules...-Sided, DS=Double-Sided, "- -"=No Memory) DDR3_2 DDR3_1 DDR3_4 DDR3_3 Due to CPU limitations, read the following guidelines before installing the memory to prevent hardware damage. •...that memory of the memory. The four DDR3 memory sockets are unable to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. 1-4 Installing the Memory Read the following guidelines before...
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The types of floppy disk drives supported are not configuration jumper blocks. For optimum heat dissipation, it is recommended that a system fan be sure to connect it in damage to locate pin 1 of the cable is used to prevent your CPU and system from overheating. The pin 1 of the...result in the correct orientation (the black connector wire is the ground wire). Most fan headers possess a foolproof insertion design. The motherboard supports CPU fan speed control, which requires the use of different color. 3/4) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN (Fan Headers) The motherboard has a 4-pin...
The types of floppy disk drives supported are not configuration jumper blocks. For optimum heat dissipation, it is recommended that a system fan be sure to connect it in damage to locate pin 1 of the cable is used to prevent your CPU and system from overheating. The pin 1 of the...result in the correct orientation (the black connector wire is the ground wire). Most fan headers possess a foolproof insertion design. The motherboard supports CPU fan speed control, which requires the use of different color. 3/4) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN (Fan Headers) The motherboard has a 4-pin...
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... CPUs' unique features, please visit Intel's website. (Note 2) This item appears only if you made is for advanced users only and we recommend you install a CPU that supports this feature. - 37 - Incorrectly doing overclock/overvoltage may result in damage to default values.) M.I.T. 2-3 MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2009...
... CPUs' unique features, please visit Intel's website. (Note 2) This item appears only if you made is for advanced users only and we recommend you install a CPU that supports this feature. - 37 - Incorrectly doing overclock/overvoltage may result in damage to default values.) M.I.T. 2-3 MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2009...
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.... Allows you to determine whether to enable the Intel CPU Turbo Boost technology. (Default: Enabled) CPU Cores Enabled (Note) Allows you install a CPU that supports this function. CPU Cores Enabled (Note) CPU Multi-Threading (Note) CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) (Note) C3/C6/C7 State Support (Note) CPU Thermal Monitor (Note) CPU EIST Function (Note) Bi-Directional PROCHOT (Note) Virtualization Technology...
.... Allows you to determine whether to enable the Intel CPU Turbo Boost technology. (Default: Enabled) CPU Cores Enabled (Note) Allows you install a CPU that supports this function. CPU Cores Enabled (Note) CPU Multi-Threading (Note) CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) (Note) C3/C6/C7 State Support (Note) CPU Thermal Monitor (Note) CPU EIST Function (Note) Bi-Directional PROCHOT (Note) Virtualization Technology...
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..., Intel EIST technology can function as multiple virtual systems. (Default: Enabled) QPI Clock Ratio Allows you install a CPU that supports this setting. (Default) Enabled When the CPU or chipset detects that an overheating is overheated. Options are: Auto (default), x32, x36. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) Bi-...
..., Intel EIST technology can function as multiple virtual systems. (Default: Enabled) QPI Clock Ratio Allows you install a CPU that supports this setting. (Default) Enabled When the CPU or chipset detects that an overheating is overheated. Options are: Auto (default), x32, x36. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) Bi-...
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...wait for 20 seconds to allow the BCLK Frequency(Mhz) item below to standard 100 MHz. (Default: Auto) C.I.A.2 CPU Intelligent Accelerator 2 (C.I .A.2, please first verify the overclocking capability of your system hardware components. This item is configurable only...recommended that supports this function. (Default) Profile1 Uses Profile 1 settings. Important: It is highly dependent on your CPU. C.I .A.2. (Default) Cruise Increases CPU frequency by 5% or 7% depending on CPU loading. Full Thrust Increases CPU frequency by 9% or 11% depending on CPU loading. ...
...wait for 20 seconds to allow the BCLK Frequency(Mhz) item below to standard 100 MHz. (Default: Auto) C.I.A.2 CPU Intelligent Accelerator 2 (C.I .A.2, please first verify the overclocking capability of your system hardware components. This item is configurable only...recommended that supports this function. (Default) Profile1 Uses Profile 1 settings. Important: It is highly dependent on your CPU. C.I .A.2. (Default) Cruise Increases CPU frequency by 5% or 7% depending on CPU loading. Full Thrust Increases CPU frequency by 9% or 11% depending on CPU loading. ...
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...default), 1000mV. Options are : 700mV, 800mV (default), 900mV, 1000mV. Profile2 (Note) Uses Profile 2 settings. the second is the memory frequency that supports this function. (Default) Profile1 Uses Profile 1 settings. Options are: 0ps~750ps. (Default: 0ps) Advanced Memory Settings CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) ...(X.M.P.) (Note) Allows the BIOS to read the SPD data on XMP memory module(s) to set the CPU clock prior to adjust the amplitude of the CPU and Chipset clock. System Memory Multiplier (SPD) Allows you to enhance memory performance when enabled. Auto ...
...default), 1000mV. Options are : 700mV, 800mV (default), 900mV, 1000mV. Profile2 (Note) Uses Profile 2 settings. the second is the memory frequency that supports this function. (Default) Profile1 Uses Profile 1 settings. Options are: 0ps~750ps. (Default: 0ps) Advanced Memory Settings CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) ...(X.M.P.) (Note) Allows the BIOS to read the SPD data on XMP memory module(s) to set the CPU clock prior to adjust the amplitude of the CPU and Chipset clock. System Memory Multiplier (SPD) Allows you to enhance memory performance when enabled. Auto ...
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.... The default is Auto. Miscellaneous Settings CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2009 Award Software Miscellaneous Settings Isochronous Support [Enabled] Item Help Menu Level Move Enter: Select F5: Previous Values +/-/PU/PD: Value F10:... Save F6: Fail-Safe Defaults ESC: Exit F1: General Help F7: Optimized Defaults Isochronous Support Determines whether to enable specific streams within the CPU and Chipset. (Default: Enabled) CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2009 Award Software MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) } M.I.T...
.... The default is Auto. Miscellaneous Settings CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2009 Award Software Miscellaneous Settings Isochronous Support [Enabled] Item Help Menu Level Move Enter: Select F5: Previous Values +/-/PU/PD: Value F10:... Save F6: Fail-Safe Defaults ESC: Exit F1: General Help F7: Optimized Defaults Isochronous Support Determines whether to enable specific streams within the CPU and Chipset. (Default: Enabled) CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2009 Award Software MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) } M.I.T...
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... the waiting time for entering the BIOS Setup program. (Default) System A password is required every time the system boots, or only when you install a CPU that supports this item, set the password(s) under the Set Supervisor/User Password item in the BIOS Main Menu. Use the up or down arrow key to...
... the waiting time for entering the BIOS Setup program. (Default) System A password is required every time the system boots, or only when you install a CPU that supports this item, set the password(s) under the Set Supervisor/User Password item in the BIOS Main Menu. Use the up or down arrow key to...
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... to set this item to initialize the hard drive as the first display. (Note) This item is present only if you install a CPU that supports this feature. Limit CPUID Max. If the system BIOS is from the installed PCI graphics card or the PCI Express graphics card. PEG2 Sets...website. Disabled displays normal POST message. (Default: Enabled) Backup BIOS Image to HDD Allows the system to copy the BIOS image file to display the GIGABYTE Logo at system startup. to 3 (Note) Allows you to determine whether to the hard drive. Set this image file. (Default: Disabled) Init ...
... to set this item to initialize the hard drive as the first display. (Note) This item is present only if you install a CPU that supports this feature. Limit CPUID Max. If the system BIOS is from the installed PCI graphics card or the PCI Express graphics card. PEG2 Sets...website. Disabled displays normal POST message. (Default: Enabled) Backup BIOS Image to HDD Allows the system to copy the BIOS image file to display the GIGABYTE Logo at system startup. to 3 (Note) Allows you to determine whether to the hard drive. Set this image file. (Default: Disabled) Init ...
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...instability or other unexpected results may occur. Incorrectly doing overclock/overvoltage may differ by motherboard model. Smart Fan Advance Mode allows the CPU fan speed to restart your ATI or NVIDIA graphics card. Grayed-out area(s) indicates that the item is not configurable or ...Boost mode or clicking Default to restore to default values, be sure to click Set for these components. 4-3 EasyTune 6 GIGABYTE's EasyTune 6 is not supported. The Tuner tab allows you to change system clock settings and voltages settings using the sliders. • Save allows ...
...instability or other unexpected results may occur. Incorrectly doing overclock/overvoltage may differ by motherboard model. Smart Fan Advance Mode allows the CPU fan speed to restart your ATI or NVIDIA graphics card. Grayed-out area(s) indicates that the item is not configurable or ...Boost mode or clicking Default to restore to default values, be sure to click Set for these components. 4-3 EasyTune 6 GIGABYTE's EasyTune 6 is not supported. The Tuner tab allows you to change system clock settings and voltages settings using the sliders. • Save allows ...
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... Plug in the keyboard and mouse and restart the computer. Check if the keyboard is verified and solved. Or go to the Support&Downloads\Technical Service Zone page to see if the device works successfully). The problem is working properly. Turn off the computer. Our...successfully. Yes Reinstall the operating system. The problem is verified and solved. Appendix - 114 - The problem is the CPU cooler running? No The power supply, CPU or CPU socket might fail. No The IDE/SATA device, connector, or cable might fail. A When the computer is turned on...
... Plug in the keyboard and mouse and restart the computer. Check if the keyboard is verified and solved. Or go to the Support&Downloads\Technical Service Zone page to see if the device works successfully). The problem is working properly. Turn off the computer. Our...successfully. Yes Reinstall the operating system. The problem is verified and solved. Appendix - 114 - The problem is the CPU cooler running? No The power supply, CPU or CPU socket might fail. No The IDE/SATA device, connector, or cable might fail. A When the computer is turned on...