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... South Bridge: Intel® ICH10R 6 x 1.5V DDR3 DIMM sockets supporting up to 24 GB of system memory * Due to Windows 32-bit operating system limitation, when more than 4 GB. 3/Dual channel memory architecture Support for DDR3 2200/1333/1066...MHz memory modules Support for non-ECC memory modules Support for Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory modules (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory modules.) Realtek ALC889 codec High Definition Audio ...
... South Bridge: Intel® ICH10R 6 x 1.5V DDR3 DIMM sockets supporting up to 24 GB of system memory * Due to Windows 32-bit operating system limitation, when more than 4 GB. 3/Dual channel memory architecture Support for DDR3 2200/1333/1066...MHz memory modules Support for non-ECC memory modules Support for Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory modules (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory modules.) Realtek ALC889 codec High Definition Audio ...
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.../OFF Charge Support for Cloud OC Support for Q-Share Bundled Software Norton Internet Security (OEM version) Operating System Support for Microsoft® Windows 7/Vista/XP Form Factor ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 26.4cm * GIGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to...
.../OFF Charge Support for Cloud OC Support for Q-Share Bundled Software Norton Internet Security (OEM version) Operating System Support for Microsoft® Windows 7/Vista/XP Form Factor ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 26.4cm * GIGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to...
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...in the operating system, go to apply. - 19 - Hardware Installation The 3-Way SLI and 3-Way/4-Way CrossFireX technologies currently support Windows 7 and Vista operating systems - Configuring the Graphics Card Driver C-1. Browse to the Catalyst Control Center. To Enable CrossFireX Function For 2-... the Enable CrossFireX™ check box, and select the 3 GPUs combination. The 2-Way SLI and 2-Way CrossFireX technologies currently support Windows 7, Vista, and XP operating systems - Browse to the CrossFireX menu and ensure the Enable CrossFireX™ check box is recommended ...
...in the operating system, go to apply. - 19 - Hardware Installation The 3-Way SLI and 3-Way/4-Way CrossFireX technologies currently support Windows 7 and Vista operating systems - Configuring the Graphics Card Driver C-1. Browse to the Catalyst Control Center. To Enable CrossFireX Function For 2-... the Enable CrossFireX™ check box, and select the 3 GPUs combination. The 2-Way SLI and 2-Way CrossFireX technologies currently support Windows 7, Vista, and XP operating systems - Browse to the CrossFireX menu and ensure the Enable CrossFireX™ check box is recommended ...
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... the main BIOS) F_PANEL (H61M-D2) DIP 1 23 1 DIP 1 23 1 F_PANEL(NH) PWM Switch (X58A-OC) BIOS Switcher (X58A-OC) DIP 1 23 1 DIP 1 23 PCIe power connector (SATA)(X58A-OC) 1 BIOS LED Indicators: MBIOS_LED (The main BIOS is active) BBIOS_LED (The backup BIOS is active. on the... buttons, make sure to load the optimized defaults in BIOS, DOS or Windows), including CPU Ratio, BCLK and even change BCLK stepping. The LED indicator (MBIOS_LED/BBIOS_LED) shows which BIOS is active) 1 Voltage measurement module(X58A-OC) TPM w/housing Hardware Installation - 22 - 1 DB_PORT F_AUDIO(H)
... the main BIOS) F_PANEL (H61M-D2) DIP 1 23 1 DIP 1 23 1 F_PANEL(NH) PWM Switch (X58A-OC) BIOS Switcher (X58A-OC) DIP 1 23 1 DIP 1 23 PCIe power connector (SATA)(X58A-OC) 1 BIOS LED Indicators: MBIOS_LED (The main BIOS is active) BBIOS_LED (The backup BIOS is active. on the... buttons, make sure to load the optimized defaults in BIOS, DOS or Windows), including CPU Ratio, BCLK and even change BCLK stepping. The LED indicator (MBIOS_LED/BBIOS_LED) shows which BIOS is active) 1 Voltage measurement module(X58A-OC) TPM w/housing Hardware Installation - 22 - 1 DB_PORT F_AUDIO(H)
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To access the BIOS Setup program, press the key during the POST when the power is a Windows-based utility that searches and downloads the latest version of BIOS from the Internet and updates the BIOS. To flash the BIOS, do not encounter ... malfunction. • BIOS will emit a beep code during system startup, saving system parameters and loading operating system, etc. To upgrade the BIOS, use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash or @BIOS utility. • Q-Flash allows the user to quickly and easily upgrade or back up BIOS without entering the operating system. • @BIOS...
To access the BIOS Setup program, press the key during the POST when the power is a Windows-based utility that searches and downloads the latest version of BIOS from the Internet and updates the BIOS. To flash the BIOS, do not encounter ... malfunction. • BIOS will emit a beep code during system startup, saving system parameters and loading operating system, etc. To upgrade the BIOS, use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash or @BIOS utility. • Q-Flash allows the user to quickly and easily upgrade or back up BIOS without entering the operating system. • @BIOS...
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...) System A password is present only when you install. (Default: Auto) First/Second/Third Boot Device Specifies the boot order from a GPT partition, such as Windows 7 64bit and Windows Server 2003 64-bit. Quick Boot Enables or disables the quick boot function to speed up the system boot-up or down on the...
...) System A password is present only when you install. (Default: Auto) First/Second/Third Boot Device Specifies the boot order from a GPT partition, such as Windows 7 64bit and Windows Server 2003 64-bit. Quick Boot Enables or disables the quick boot function to speed up the system boot-up or down on the...
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...as the first display. to 3 (Note) Allows you install a CPU that supports this item to Disabled for the BIOS to display the GIGABYTE Logo at system startup. For more information about Intel CPUs' unique features, please visit Intel's website. PCIE x8-1 Sets the PCI Express...The adjustable range is installed. (Default: Disabled) Limit CPUID Max. set a delay time for Windows XP operating system; PCIE x8-2 Sets the PCI Express graphics card on the PCIEX16_2 slot as Windows NT4.0. (Default: Disabled) No-Execute Memory Protect (Note) Enables or disables Intel Execute Disable ...
...as the first display. to 3 (Note) Allows you install a CPU that supports this item to Disabled for the BIOS to display the GIGABYTE Logo at system startup. For more information about Intel CPUs' unique features, please visit Intel's website. PCIE x8-1 Sets the PCI Express...The adjustable range is installed. (Default: Disabled) Limit CPUID Max. set a delay time for Windows XP operating system; PCIE x8-2 Sets the PCI Express graphics card on the PCIEX16_2 slot as Windows NT4.0. (Default: Disabled) No-Execute Memory Protect (Note) Enables or disables Intel Execute Disable ...
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... in MS-DOS mode; Onboard LAN Boot ROM Allows you to decide whether to AHCI mode. nectors) Enables or disables the SATA controller integrated in Windows mode or when the LAN Boot ROM is an interface specification that allows the storage driver to the fault or short. AHCI Configures the SATA...
... in MS-DOS mode; Onboard LAN Boot ROM Allows you to decide whether to AHCI mode. nectors) Enables or disables the SATA controller integrated in Windows mode or when the LAN Boot ROM is an interface specification that allows the storage driver to the fault or short. AHCI Configures the SATA...
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... Ring Resume by a wake-up signal from a PCI or PCIe device. In S3 sleep state, the system appears to enter the ACPI S1 (Power on Windows 7/Vista operating system only.
... Ring Resume by a wake-up signal from a PCI or PCIe device. In S3 sleep state, the system appears to enter the ACPI S1 (Power on Windows 7/Vista operating system only.
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...) Double Click Double click on left button on the PS/2 mouse to turn on the system. select 64-bit mode when you install 32-bit Windows 7/Vista; Disabled Disables this function, avoid inadequate shutdown from an AC power loss. Disabled Disables this item is set to be powered on automatically....system or removal of the AC power. Power On By Keyboard Allows the system to Password. Note: you to select the HPET mode for your Windows 7/Vista operating system. KB Power ON Password Set the password when Power On by a PS/2 keyboard wake-up event. AC Back Function Determines the...
...) Double Click Double click on left button on the PS/2 mouse to turn on the system. select 64-bit mode when you install 32-bit Windows 7/Vista; Disabled Disables this function, avoid inadequate shutdown from an AC power loss. Disabled Disables this item is set to be powered on automatically....system or removal of the AC power. Power On By Keyboard Allows the system to Password. Note: you to select the HPET mode for your Windows 7/Vista operating system. KB Power ON Password Set the password when Power On by a PS/2 keyboard wake-up event. AC Back Function Determines the...
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...Uninstall) and restart the system. (The system will restart your optical drive. Or click No if you wish to install new GIGABYTE utilities. The driver Autorun screen is installing the drivers. Failure to automatically install the utilities. Click Yes to do so may ...looks like that are recommended to install on the Application Software page later. • For USB 2.0 driver support under the Windows XP operating system, please install the Windows XP Service Pack 1 or later. Chapter 3 Drivers Installation • Before installing the drivers, first install the operating system...
...Uninstall) and restart the system. (The system will restart your optical drive. Or click No if you wish to install new GIGABYTE utilities. The driver Autorun screen is installing the drivers. Failure to automatically install the utilities. Click Yes to do so may ...looks like that are recommended to install on the Application Software page later. • For USB 2.0 driver support under the Windows XP operating system, please install the Windows XP Service Pack 1 or later. Chapter 3 Drivers Installation • Before installing the drivers, first install the operating system...
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.... actual size requirements vary, depending on your system data and perform restoration of system memory • VESA compatible graphics card • Windows XP with Xpress Recovery cannot be restored using Xpress Recovery2. • USB hard drives are not supported. • RAID drives are not...backup file at which the data is the first physical drive. - 65 - For example, a backup file created with SP1 or later, Windows Vista, Windows 7 • Xpress Recovery and Xpress Recovery2 are not supported. Step 2: Click New. (Note) Xpress Recovery2 checks the first physical hard ...
.... actual size requirements vary, depending on your system data and perform restoration of system memory • VESA compatible graphics card • Windows XP with Xpress Recovery cannot be restored using Xpress Recovery2. • USB hard drives are not supported. • RAID drives are not...backup file at which the data is the first physical drive. - 65 - For example, a backup file created with SP1 or later, Windows Vista, Windows 7 • Xpress Recovery and Xpress Recovery2 are not supported. Step 2: Click New. (Note) Xpress Recovery2 checks the first physical hard ...
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... system BIOS without the need to access Q-Flash. Inadequate BIOS flashing may result in the Windows environment. @BIOS will take over on the main BIOS. What is DualBIOS™? What is... complicated BIOS flashing process. 4-2 BIOS Update Utilities GIGABYTE motherboards provide two unique BIOS update tools, Q-Flash™ and @BIOS™. GIGABYTE Q-Flash and @BIOS are easy-to an independent... file is @BIOS™? @BIOS allows you to update the BIOS without having to enter Q-Flash. X58A-OC F1f . . . . : BIOS Setup : XpressRecovery2 : Boot Menu : Qflash 03/07/2011-X58...
... system BIOS without the need to access Q-Flash. Inadequate BIOS flashing may result in the Windows environment. @BIOS will take over on the main BIOS. What is DualBIOS™? What is... complicated BIOS flashing process. 4-2 BIOS Update Utilities GIGABYTE motherboards provide two unique BIOS update tools, Q-Flash™ and @BIOS™. GIGABYTE Q-Flash and @BIOS are easy-to an independent... file is @BIOS™? @BIOS allows you to update the BIOS without having to enter Q-Flash. X58A-OC F1f . . . . : BIOS Setup : XpressRecovery2 : Boot Menu : Qflash 03/07/2011-X58...
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...BIOS Restart your motherboard model. Save the Current BIOS File: Click Save Current BIOS to File to save the BIOS update file obtained from GIGABYTE's website and follow the instructions in a corrupted BIOS or a system that the BIOS file to boot. - 71 - B. If the ...BIOS update file for example, avoid a power loss or switching off the Internet). In Windows, close all applications and TSR (Terminate and Stay Resident) programs. This helps prevent unexpected failures when performing a BIOS update. 2. Using @BIOS 1. ...
...BIOS Restart your motherboard model. Save the Current BIOS File: Click Save Current BIOS to File to save the BIOS update file obtained from GIGABYTE's website and follow the instructions in a corrupted BIOS or a system that the BIOS file to boot. - 71 - B. If the ...BIOS update file for example, avoid a power loss or switching off the Internet). In Windows, close all applications and TSR (Terminate and Stay Resident) programs. This helps prevent unexpected failures when performing a BIOS update. 2. Using @BIOS 1. ...
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...Due to the hardware limitation, you to individually change the core clock and memory clock for Quick Boost. Available functions in Windows environment. You can choose the alert sound from the buzzer or use interface that allows users to fine-tune their system... default values. The EasyTune 6 Interface Tabs Information Tab Function The CPU tab provides information on the installed memory module(s). 4-3 EasyTune 6 GIGABYTE's EasyTune 6 is not supported. After making changes in Easy mode/Advanced mode, be changed linearly based on a specific slot to specify...
...Due to the hardware limitation, you to individually change the core clock and memory clock for Quick Boost. Available functions in Windows environment. You can choose the alert sound from the buzzer or use interface that allows users to fine-tune their system... default values. The EasyTune 6 Interface Tabs Information Tab Function The CPU tab provides information on the installed memory module(s). 4-3 EasyTune 6 GIGABYTE's EasyTune 6 is not supported. After making changes in Easy mode/Advanced mode, be changed linearly based on a specific slot to specify...
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... hour. Allows you to recover your system from the backup image System Recovery... Use the time slider on the top of the popped out window to perform the backup immediately File Recovery... The initial backup will start after you log in the My Backup folder). Allows you to back ...up partitions in the backup destination (in Windows for ten minutes. SMART Recovery 2 Smart Recovery 2 allows you to recover your files from the backup image • Supported operating systems...
... hour. Allows you to recover your system from the backup image System Recovery... Use the time slider on the top of the popped out window to perform the backup immediately File Recovery... The initial backup will start after you log in the My Backup folder). Allows you to back ...up partitions in the backup destination (in Windows for ten minutes. SMART Recovery 2 Smart Recovery 2 allows you to recover your files from the backup image • Supported operating systems...
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...Next. 5. Select the backup you respond "Yes" the system will be sure to proceed with those on -screen instructions to use the original Windows installation disk for system recovery. • All of your system using a system image that can record personal passwords and important dates, and ... button on the selected time point and click Restore. 5. Confirm whether to restart your system to make a copy of these dates. When the Windows installation screen appears, select your computer. 4. It also stores the recorded data in case the system/hard drive fails. Steps: 1. Click Save...
...Next. 5. Select the backup you respond "Yes" the system will be sure to proceed with those on -screen instructions to use the original Windows installation disk for system recovery. • All of your system using a system image that can record personal passwords and important dates, and ... button on the selected time point and click Restore. 5. Confirm whether to restart your system to make a copy of these dates. When the Windows installation screen appears, select your computer. 4. It also stores the recorded data in case the system/hard drive fails. Steps: 1. Click Save...
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... of a button, X.H.D helps to the biggest drive in the Intel Chipset. (Note 2) It is added. 4-7 eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D) With GIGABYTE eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D) (Note 1), users can quickly configure a RAIDready system for the Intel SATA controllers. Setting Up a RAID-Ready System Step ... installing the operating system, insert the motherboard driver disk. Step 2: Install the RAID driver and operating system The X.H.D utility supports Windows 7/Vista/XP. To manually set eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D) under the Integrated Peripherals menu to Enabled to load the SATA controller driver ...
... of a button, X.H.D helps to the biggest drive in the Intel Chipset. (Note 2) It is added. 4-7 eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D) With GIGABYTE eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D) (Note 1), users can quickly configure a RAIDready system for the Intel SATA controllers. Setting Up a RAID-Ready System Step ... installing the operating system, insert the motherboard driver disk. Step 2: Install the RAID driver and operating system The X.H.D utility supports Windows 7/Vista/XP. To manually set eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D) under the Integrated Peripherals menu to Enabled to load the SATA controller driver ...
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... 3) • Tuner (System Tweaking): The Tuner tab provides a full range of Cloud OC, including Tuner (system tweaking), System Info (system monitoring), and Control (system status control). B. For Windows XP, be unable to connect to complete. • System Info (System Monitoring): The ...to version 7.0 or later. When using Cloud OC, make sure the Internet connection is required. Step 2: Step 3: Find the Cloud OC icon When the Cloud in power off , suspend, and hibernate options. (Note 1) (Note 2) (Note 3) Supported on Windows 7, Vista, and XP. Available functions may...
... 3) • Tuner (System Tweaking): The Tuner tab provides a full range of Cloud OC, including Tuner (system tweaking), System Info (system monitoring), and Control (system status control). B. For Windows XP, be unable to connect to complete. • System Info (System Monitoring): The ...to version 7.0 or later. When using Cloud OC, make sure the Internet connection is required. Step 2: Step 3: Find the Cloud OC icon When the Cloud in power off , suspend, and hibernate options. (Note 1) (Note 2) (Note 3) Supported on Windows 7, Vista, and XP. Available functions may...
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... set to ensure optimal performance, it is more than one hard drive. • Windows 7/Vista/XP setup disk. • Motherboard driver disk. • A USB floppy disk drive (needed during Windows XP installation) • An empty formatted floppy disk (needed during Windows XP installation) 5-1-1 Configuring Intel ICH10R SATA Controllers A. Configure SATA controller mode in...
... set to ensure optimal performance, it is more than one hard drive. • Windows 7/Vista/XP setup disk. • Motherboard driver disk. • A USB floppy disk drive (needed during Windows XP installation) • An empty formatted floppy disk (needed during Windows XP installation) 5-1-1 Configuring Intel ICH10R SATA Controllers A. Configure SATA controller mode in...