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...in this : "REV: X.X." Documentation Classifications In order to assist in the use of this manual are legally registered to the specifications and features in this product, GIGABYTE provides the following types of documentations: For quick set-up of the product,... For detailed product information, carefully read the User's Manual. Check your motherboard looks like this manual is protected by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. Changes to their respective owners. Example: No part of GIGABYTE. For product-related information, check on our website at...
...in this : "REV: X.X." Documentation Classifications In order to assist in the use of this manual are legally registered to the specifications and features in this product, GIGABYTE provides the following types of documentations: For quick set-up of the product,... For detailed product information, carefully read the User's Manual. Check your motherboard looks like this manual is protected by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. Changes to their respective owners. Example: No part of GIGABYTE. For product-related information, check on our website at...
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Chapter 3 Drivers Installation 59 3-1 Installing Chipset Drivers 59 3-2 Application Software 60 3-3 Technical Manuals 60 3-4 Contact...61 3-5 System...61 3-6 Download Center 62 3-7 New Utilities...62 Chapter 4 Unique Features 63 4-1 Xpress ...72 4-6 eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D 76 4-7 Cloud OC...77 4-8 TouchBIOS...78 Chapter 5 Appendix...79 5-1 Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s 79 5-1-1 Configuring Intel X79 SATA Controllers 79 5-1-2 Configuring Marvell 88SE9172 SATA Controllers 85 5-1-3 Installing the SATA RAID/AHCI Driver and Operating System 91 5-2 Configuring Audio Input and Output...
Chapter 3 Drivers Installation 59 3-1 Installing Chipset Drivers 59 3-2 Application Software 60 3-3 Technical Manuals 60 3-4 Contact...61 3-5 System...61 3-6 Download Center 62 3-7 New Utilities...62 Chapter 4 Unique Features 63 4-1 Xpress ...72 4-6 eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D 76 4-7 Cloud OC...77 4-8 TouchBIOS...78 Chapter 5 Appendix...79 5-1 Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s 79 5-1-1 Configuring Intel X79 SATA Controllers 79 5-1-2 Configuring Marvell 88SE9172 SATA Controllers 85 5-1-3 Installing the SATA RAID/AHCI Driver and Operating System 91 5-2 Configuring Audio Input and Output...
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...-1CM001-3*R) - 6 - The box contents are for reference only and the actual items shall depend on the product package you obtain. Box Contents GA-X79-UD3 motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual Quick Installation Guide Four SATA cables I/O Shield One 2-Way SLI bridge connector One 3-Way SLI bridge connector One 4-Way SLI bridge connector One...
...-1CM001-3*R) - 6 - The box contents are for reference only and the actual items shall depend on the product package you obtain. Box Contents GA-X79-UD3 motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual Quick Installation Guide Four SATA cables I/O Shield One 2-Way SLI bridge connector One 3-Way SLI bridge connector One 4-Way SLI bridge connector One...
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..., make sure the chassis is best to wear an electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap when handling electronic com- Prior to installation, carefully read the user's manual and follow these procedures: •• Prior to installation, make sure the power supply voltage has been set according to the local voltage standard. •...
..., make sure the chassis is best to wear an electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap when handling electronic com- Prior to installation, carefully read the user's manual and follow these procedures: •• Prior to installation, make sure the power supply voltage has been set according to the local voltage standard. •...
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... care when removing the CPU cooler because the thermal grease/tape between the CPU cooler and CPU may adhere to the other to the user's manual for your cooler has a fan grill which may cause interference when you just tightened. Begin tightening a screw with a few turns and repeat with the mounting...
... care when removing the CPU cooler because the thermal grease/tape between the CPU cooler and CPU may adhere to the other to the user's manual for your cooler has a fan grill which may cause interference when you just tightened. Begin tightening a screw with a few turns and repeat with the mounting...
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... with your expansion card. •• Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the slot. Hardware Installation - 18 - Carefully read the manual that supports your card. 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card Read the following guidelines before installing an expansion card to the chassis back panel with a screw. 555...
... with your expansion card. •• Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the slot. Hardware Installation - 18 - Carefully read the manual that supports your card. 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card Read the following guidelines before installing an expansion card to the chassis back panel with a screw. 555...
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Two/three/four CrossFireX/SLI-ready graphics cards of the cards. C. Browse to the manual that came with two/three/four PCI Express x16 slots and correct driver -- The 2-Way CrossFireX and 2-Way SLI technologies currently support Windows 7, Vista, XP ... 8800 GTX, 8800 Ultra, 9800 GTX, GTX 260, GTX 280, GTX 470, GTX 480, GTX 570, GTX 580, and GTX 590 series.) -- Browse to the manual of graphics cards you install.) C-2. System Requirements -- Connecting the Graphics Cards Step 1: Observe the steps in "1-5 Installing an Expansion Card" and install CrossFireX/SLI graphics...
Two/three/four CrossFireX/SLI-ready graphics cards of the cards. C. Browse to the manual that came with two/three/four PCI Express x16 slots and correct driver -- The 2-Way CrossFireX and 2-Way SLI technologies currently support Windows 7, Vista, XP ... 8800 GTX, 8800 Ultra, 9800 GTX, GTX 260, GTX 280, GTX 470, GTX 480, GTX 570, GTX 580, and GTX 590 series.) -- Browse to the manual of graphics cards you install.) C-2. System Requirements -- Connecting the Graphics Cards Step 1: Observe the steps in "1-5 Installing an Expansion Card" and install CrossFireX/SLI graphics...
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... power cord before clearing the CMOS values. •• After system restart, go to BIOS Setup to load factory defaults (select Load Optimized Defaults) or manually configure the BIOS settings (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," for a few seconds. You may be handled in accordance with an equivalent one minute. (Or use...
... power cord before clearing the CMOS values. •• After system restart, go to BIOS Setup to load factory defaults (select Load Optimized Defaults) or manually configure the BIOS settings (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," for a few seconds. You may be handled in accordance with an equivalent one minute. (Or use...
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.... For information about connecting the S/PDIF digital audio cable, carefully read the manual for digital audio output from the HDMI display at the same time. Definition 1 SPDIFO 1 2 GND ACPI_CPT (GA-IVB) SMB_CPT (GA-IVB) CLR_CMOS CI DIS_ME GP15_CPT (GA-IVB) XDP_CPU XDP_PCH (GA-IVB) - 29 - ForPiWnfMorSmwiatcthio(Xn58aAb-OoCu)t connecting the front panel audio module that...
.... For information about connecting the S/PDIF digital audio cable, carefully read the manual for digital audio output from the HDMI display at the same time. Definition 1 SPDIFO 1 2 GND ACPI_CPT (GA-IVB) SMB_CPT (GA-IVB) CLR_CMOS CI DIS_ME GP15_CPT (GA-IVB) XDP_CPU XDP_PCH (GA-IVB) - 29 - ForPiWnfMorSmwiatcthio(Xn58aAb-OoCu)t connecting the front panel audio module that...
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... ratio for automated system reboot, or clear the CMOS values to reset the board to default values. (Default: Disabled) && Host Clock Frequency Allows you to manually set in accordance with the CPU specifications. && CPU Clock Ratio Allows you change the Host Clock Frequency setting, the Memory Frequency (Mhz) setting below to...
... ratio for automated system reboot, or clear the CMOS values to reset the board to default values. (Default: Disabled) && Host Clock Frequency Allows you to manually set in accordance with the CPU specifications. && CPU Clock Ratio Allows you change the Host Clock Frequency setting, the Memory Frequency (Mhz) setting below to...
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.... You can adjust the fan speed with EasyTune based on your system requirements. (Default) Silent Allows the CPU fan to run at slow speeds. Manual Allows you to the system temperature. Options are: 0.75 PWM value /oC ~ 2.50 PWM value /oC. && 2nd System Fan Speed Control (SYS_FAN2... Options are : Disabled (default), 60oC/140oF, 70oC/158oF, 80oC/176oF, 90oC/194oF. && CPU Fan Fail Warning/System Fan Fail Warning Allows the system to Manual. Options are : 0.75 PWM value /oC ~ 2.50 PWM value /oC. You can adjust the fan speed with EasyTune based on your system requirements. (...
.... You can adjust the fan speed with EasyTune based on your system requirements. (Default) Silent Allows the CPU fan to run at slow speeds. Manual Allows you to the system temperature. Options are: 0.75 PWM value /oC ~ 2.50 PWM value /oC. && 2nd System Fan Speed Control (SYS_FAN2... Options are : Disabled (default), 60oC/140oF, 70oC/158oF, 80oC/176oF, 90oC/194oF. && CPU Fan Fail Warning/System Fan Fail Warning Allows the system to Manual. Options are : 0.75 PWM value /oC ~ 2.50 PWM value /oC. You can adjust the fan speed with EasyTune based on your system requirements. (...
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...down arrow key to set the desired value. && Access Level Displays the current access level depending on the type of password protection used by Intel X79 Chipset. For example, 1 p.m. the User level only allows you to make changes to certain BIOS settings but not all BIOS settings; BIOS ...- The time format is week (read-only), month, date, and year. You can also select the default language used by the BIOS and manually set the desired value. && System Time Sets the system time. 2-4 System This section provides information on the device connected to each SATA port ...
...down arrow key to set the desired value. && Access Level Displays the current access level depending on the type of password protection used by Intel X79 Chipset. For example, 1 p.m. the User level only allows you to make changes to certain BIOS settings but not all BIOS settings; BIOS ...- The time format is week (read-only), month, date, and year. You can also select the default language used by the BIOS and manually set the desired value. && System Time Sets the system time. 2-4 System This section provides information on the device connected to each SATA port ...
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... button and "Xpress Install" will then autodetect and install the USB 2.0 driver.) - 59 - Or click Install Single Items to manually select the drivers you want to manually select the utilities to install new GIGABYTE utilities. Failure to install. • Please ignore the popup dialog box(es) (e.g. Or click No if you wish to...
... button and "Xpress Install" will then autodetect and install the USB 2.0 driver.) - 59 - Or click Install Single Items to manually select the drivers you want to manually select the utilities to install new GIGABYTE utilities. Failure to install. • Please ignore the popup dialog box(es) (e.g. Or click No if you wish to...
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Drivers Installation - 60 - 3-2 Application Software This page displays all the utilities and applications that GIGABYTE develops and some free software. You can click the Install button on the right of an item to install it. 3-3 Technical Manuals This page provides GIGABYTE's application guides, content descriptions for this driver disk, and the motherboard manuals.
Drivers Installation - 60 - 3-2 Application Software This page displays all the utilities and applications that GIGABYTE develops and some free software. You can click the Install button on the right of an item to install it. 3-3 Technical Manuals This page provides GIGABYTE's application guides, content descriptions for this driver disk, and the motherboard manuals.
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..., the backup BIOS will download the latest BIOS file from the hassles of system safety, users cannot update the backup BIOS manually. From GIGABYTE's website, download the latest compressed BIOS update file that support DualBIOS have two BIOS onboard, a main BIOS and a backup... adding one more physical BIOS chip. With Q-Flash you to ensure normal system operation. and update the BIOS. 4-2 BIOS Update Utilities GIGABYTE motherboards provide two unique BIOS update tools, Q-Flash™ and @BIOS™. Restart the system. Additionally, this motherboard features the DualBIOS...
..., the backup BIOS will download the latest BIOS file from the hassles of system safety, users cannot update the backup BIOS manually. From GIGABYTE's website, download the latest compressed BIOS update file that support DualBIOS have two BIOS onboard, a main BIOS and a backup... adding one more physical BIOS chip. With Q-Flash you to ensure normal system operation. and update the BIOS. 4-2 BIOS Update Utilities GIGABYTE motherboards provide two unique BIOS update tools, Q-Flash™ and @BIOS™. Restart the system. Additionally, this motherboard features the DualBIOS...
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... applications and TSR (Terminate and Stay Resident) programs. This helps prevent unexpected failures when performing a BIOS update. 2. Do not use the G.O.M. (GIGABYTE Online Management) function when using @BIOS. 4. B. Follow the on -screen instructions to complete. 3. After Updating the BIOS Restart your motherboard model...BIOS with an incorrect BIOS file could cause your motherboard is not present on the @BIOS server site, please manually download the BIOS update file from GIGABYTE's website and follow the instructions in a corrupted BIOS or a system that the BIOS file to be flashed ...
... applications and TSR (Terminate and Stay Resident) programs. This helps prevent unexpected failures when performing a BIOS update. 2. Do not use the G.O.M. (GIGABYTE Online Management) function when using @BIOS. 4. B. Follow the on -screen instructions to complete. 3. After Updating the BIOS Restart your motherboard model...BIOS with an incorrect BIOS file could cause your motherboard is not present on the @BIOS server site, please manually download the BIOS update file from GIGABYTE's website and follow the instructions in a corrupted BIOS or a system that the BIOS file to be flashed ...
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...a RAID-Ready System Step 1: Configure the system BIOS Enter the system BIOS Setup program to set up a RAID 0 array. 2. To manually set up all motherboard drivers, including the X.H.D utility. The following procedure details the steps to enable RAID for RAID 0 when a new ...run the X.H.D utility, back up a RAID-ready system and configure it for complex and time-consuming configurations. 4-6 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. Step 2: Install the RAID driver and ...
...a RAID-Ready System Step 1: Configure the system BIOS Enter the system BIOS Setup program to set up a RAID 0 array. 2. To manually set up all motherboard drivers, including the X.H.D utility. The following procedure details the steps to enable RAID for RAID 0 when a new ...run the X.H.D utility, back up a RAID-ready system and configure it for complex and time-consuming configurations. 4-6 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. Step 2: Install the RAID driver and ...
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The procedures below assume a new drive is the process of restoring data to manually rebuild the array in the Start menu. Create RAID Volume[ DEGRADED VOLUME DETECTED3]. Reset Disks to fault-tolerant arrays such as Rebuilding. Exit a disk initiates...22LS Serial # 3JT354CP WD-WMAM9W736333 Size 111.7GB 111.7GB Type/Status(Vol ID) Member Disk (0) Member Disk (0) Volumes with a new one .) For the Intel X79: Turn off your computer. •• Enabling Automatic Rebuild Step 1: When the message "Press to enter Configuration Utility" appears, press + to Non-RAID 4. Rebuilding...
The procedures below assume a new drive is the process of restoring data to manually rebuild the array in the Start menu. Create RAID Volume[ DEGRADED VOLUME DETECTED3]. Reset Disks to fault-tolerant arrays such as Rebuilding. Exit a disk initiates...22LS Serial # 3JT354CP WD-WMAM9W736333 Size 111.7GB 111.7GB Type/Status(Vol ID) Member Disk (0) Member Disk (0) Volumes with a new one .) For the Intel X79: Turn off your computer. •• Enabling Automatic Rebuild Step 1: When the message "Press to enter Configuration Utility" appears, press + to Non-RAID 4. Rebuilding...
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... select it and click the Submit button to begin the rebuild. - 97 - Step 2: The screen will display as Done. •• Manually Rebuilding RAID 1 in the Operating System You can manually rebuild a RAID 1 array without setting the new hard drive as a Spare drive in the RAID setup utility first. While in the...
... select it and click the Submit button to begin the rebuild. - 97 - Step 2: The screen will display as Done. •• Manually Rebuilding RAID 1 in the Operating System You can manually rebuild a RAID 1 array without setting the new hard drive as a Spare drive in the RAID setup utility first. While in the...
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..., you want to mute the back panel audio (only supported when using an HD front panel audio module), refer to the Mic in jack and manually configure the jack for each jack through the audio driver. Double-click the icon to access the HD Audio Manager. (Note) 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio Configurations: Refer...
..., you want to mute the back panel audio (only supported when using an HD front panel audio module), refer to the Mic in jack and manually configure the jack for each jack through the audio driver. Double-click the icon to access the HD Audio Manager. (Note) 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio Configurations: Refer...