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... utility to enable the Intel Smart Response Technology • The Intel Smart Response Technology requires a computer system with an Intel Z68 Chipset-based motherboard and an Intel Core series CPU. • The operating system must be lost once you also need an SSD to the SATA disk. ...and a solid-state drive (SSD): Besides the conventional SATA disk, you enable RAID mode. Enabling RAID mode in BIOS Setup: Turn on the motherboard you have installed the operating system before enabling the Smart Response Technology. 1. It is 64 GB. Then save changes and exit BIOS Setup. ...
... utility to enable the Intel Smart Response Technology • The Intel Smart Response Technology requires a computer system with an Intel Z68 Chipset-based motherboard and an Intel Core series CPU. • The operating system must be lost once you also need an SSD to the SATA disk. ...and a solid-state drive (SSD): Besides the conventional SATA disk, you enable RAID mode. Enabling RAID mode in BIOS Setup: Turn on the motherboard you have installed the operating system before enabling the Smart Response Technology. 1. It is 64 GB. Then save changes and exit BIOS Setup. ...
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Installing the operating system and drivers to the SATA disk: After setting the BIOS, you can begin to install all motherboard drivers, including the Intel Rapid Storage Technology driver. After the installation is 10.5 or above and restarting your system, ...completing the steps above . 4. Make sure the Intel Rapid Storage Technology driver version is complete, use the "Xpress Install" function of the motherboard driver disk to install the operating system. Launching the Intel Rapid Storage Technology utility to open the Intel Rapid Storage Technology utility. - 2 - English 3....
Installing the operating system and drivers to the SATA disk: After setting the BIOS, you can begin to install all motherboard drivers, including the Intel Rapid Storage Technology driver. After the installation is 10.5 or above and restarting your system, ...completing the steps above . 4. Make sure the Intel Rapid Storage Technology driver version is complete, use the "Xpress Install" function of the motherboard driver disk to install the operating system. Launching the Intel Rapid Storage Technology utility to open the Intel Rapid Storage Technology utility. - 2 - English 3....
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For product-related information, check on our website at: http://www.gigabyte.com Identifying Your Motherboard Revision The revision number on your motherboard revision before updating motherboard BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical information. Disclaimer Information in this manual may be reproduced...of documentations: For quick set-up of GIGABYTE. Changes to their respective owners. Copyright © 2011 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. For example, "REV: 1.0" means the revision of the motherboard is the property of the product, read the Quick ...
For product-related information, check on our website at: http://www.gigabyte.com Identifying Your Motherboard Revision The revision number on your motherboard revision before updating motherboard BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical information. Disclaimer Information in this manual may be reproduced...of documentations: For quick set-up of GIGABYTE. Changes to their respective owners. Copyright © 2011 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. For example, "REV: 1.0" means the revision of the motherboard is the property of the product, read the Quick ...
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Table of Contents Box Contents...6 Optional Items...6 GA-Z68A-D3-B3 Motherboard Layout 7 GA-Z68A-D3-B3 Motherboard 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 ...
Table of Contents Box Contents...6 Optional Items...6 GA-Z68A-D3-B3 Motherboard Layout 7 GA-Z68A-D3-B3 Motherboard 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 ...
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Box Contents GA-Z68A-D3-B3 motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual Quick Installation Guide Four SATA cables I/O Shield •• The box contents above are subject to change without notice. •• The motherboard image is for reference only and the actual items shall depend on the product package you obtain. Optional Items 2-port USB 2.0 bracket (Part No. 12CR1-1UB030-5*R) 2-port SATA power cable (Part No. 12CF1-2SERPW-0*R) - 6 - The box contents are for reference only.
Box Contents GA-Z68A-D3-B3 motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual Quick Installation Guide Four SATA cables I/O Shield •• The box contents above are subject to change without notice. •• The motherboard image is for reference only and the actual items shall depend on the product package you obtain. Optional Items 2-port USB 2.0 bracket (Part No. 12CR1-1UB030-5*R) 2-port SATA power cable (Part No. 12CF1-2SERPW-0*R) - 6 - The box contents are for reference only.
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GA-Z68A-D3-B3 Motherboard Layout KB_MS_USB ATX_12V CPU_FAN COMA LPT OPTICAL LGA1155 R_USB30/20 ATX USB_LAN AUDIO Etron EJ168 SYS_FAN1 SPDIF_O BAT F_AUDIO PCIEX1_1 Realtek RTL8111E PCIEX16 GA-Z68A-D3-B3 PCIEX1_2 CODEC PCIEX1_3 Intel® Z68 iTE IT8728 PCIEX4 PCI1 PCI2 SYS_FAN2 PCIe to PCI Bridge DDR3_4 DDR3_2 DDR3_3 DDR3_1 PWR_FAN M_BIOS B_BIOS SATA3_0 SATA3_1 SATA2_2 SATA2_3 SATA2_4 SATA2_5 F_PANEL CLR_CMOS TPM F_USB3 F_USB2 F_USB1 - 7 -
GA-Z68A-D3-B3 Motherboard Layout KB_MS_USB ATX_12V CPU_FAN COMA LPT OPTICAL LGA1155 R_USB30/20 ATX USB_LAN AUDIO Etron EJ168 SYS_FAN1 SPDIF_O BAT F_AUDIO PCIEX1_1 Realtek RTL8111E PCIEX16 GA-Z68A-D3-B3 PCIEX1_2 CODEC PCIEX1_3 Intel® Z68 iTE IT8728 PCIEX4 PCI1 PCI2 SYS_FAN2 PCIe to PCI Bridge DDR3_4 DDR3_2 DDR3_3 DDR3_1 PWR_FAN M_BIOS B_BIOS SATA3_0 SATA3_1 SATA2_2 SATA2_3 SATA2_4 SATA2_5 F_PANEL CLR_CMOS TPM F_USB3 F_USB2 F_USB1 - 7 -
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GA-Z68A-D3-B3 Motherboard Block Diagram 1 PCI Express x16 PCIe CLK (100 MHz) LGA1155 CPU CPU CLK+/- (100 MHz) DDR3 2133/1866/1600/1333/1066 MHz Dual Channel Memory ...
GA-Z68A-D3-B3 Motherboard Block Diagram 1 PCI Express x16 PCIe CLK (100 MHz) LGA1155 CPU CPU CLK+/- (100 MHz) DDR3 2133/1866/1600/1333/1066 MHz Dual Channel Memory ...
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...validation. •• Always remove the AC power by your hardware components are connected. •• To prevent damage to the motherboard, do not have an ESD wrist strap, keep your hands dry and first touch a metal object to eliminate static electricity. •... an electrostatic shielding container. •• Before unplugging the power supply cable from the power outlet before installing or removing the motherboard or other hardware components. •• When connecting hardware components to wear an electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap when handling electronic...
...validation. •• Always remove the AC power by your hardware components are connected. •• To prevent damage to the motherboard, do not have an ESD wrist strap, keep your hands dry and first touch a metal object to eliminate static electricity. •... an electrostatic shielding container. •• Before unplugging the power supply cable from the power outlet before installing or removing the motherboard or other hardware components. •• When connecting hardware components to wear an electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap when handling electronic...
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... Center Support for Xpress Install Support for Xpress Recovery2 Support for EasyTune * Available functions in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model. Support for Smart 6™ Support for Auto Green Support for eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D) Support for ON...
... Center Support for Xpress Install Support for Xpress Recovery2 Support for EasyTune * Available functions in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model. Support for Smart 6™ Support for Auto Green Support for eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D) Support for ON...
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... the CPU, graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc. 1-3-1 Installing the CPU A. It is not installed, otherwise overheating and dam- Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the CPU - 13 - If you may occur. •• Set the CPU host frequency in accordance with the CPU... 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
... the CPU, graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc. 1-3-1 Installing the CPU A. It is not installed, otherwise overheating and dam- Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the CPU - 13 - If you may occur. •• Set the CPU host frequency in accordance with the CPU... 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
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... up the front edge (next to lightly replace the load plate. B. When replacing the load plate, make sure to correctly install the CPU into the motherboard CPU socket.
... up the front edge (next to lightly replace the load plate. B. When replacing the load plate, make sure to correctly install the CPU into the motherboard CPU socket.
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... the male push pin. (Turning the push pin along the direction of the CPU cooler to your CPU cooler installation manual for instructions on the motherboard. Step 6: Finally, attach the power connector of arrow is to remove the cooler, on the contrary, is complete. Step 4: You should hear a "... the CPU Cooler Follow the steps below to the CPU. Inadequately removing the CPU cooler may adhere to correctly install the CPU cooler on the motherboard. (The following procedure uses Intel® boxed cooler as the picture above shows, the installation is to install.) Step 3: Place the cooler...
... the male push pin. (Turning the push pin along the direction of the CPU cooler to your CPU cooler installation manual for instructions on the motherboard. Step 6: Finally, attach the power connector of arrow is to remove the cooler, on the contrary, is complete. Step 4: You should hear a "... the CPU Cooler Follow the steps below to the CPU. Inadequately removing the CPU cooler may adhere to correctly install the CPU cooler on the motherboard. (The following procedure uses Intel® boxed cooler as the picture above shows, the installation is to install.) Step 3: Place the cooler...
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...Enabling Dual Channel memory mode will automatically detect the specifications and capacity of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. DS/SS (SS=Single-Sided, DS=Double-Sided, "- -"=No Memory) DDR3_4 DDR3_2 DDR3_3 DDR3_1 Due to CPU limitations...Dual Channel mode cannot be installed in Dual Channel mode. 1. When enabling Dual Channel mode with two memory modules, we recommend that the motherboard supports the memory. It is recommended that memory of the memory. DS/SS DS/SS DDR3_2 DS/SS - The four DDR3 memory sockets ...
...Enabling Dual Channel memory mode will automatically detect the specifications and capacity of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. DS/SS (SS=Single-Sided, DS=Double-Sided, "- -"=No Memory) DDR3_4 DDR3_2 DDR3_3 DDR3_1 Due to CPU limitations...Dual Channel mode cannot be installed in Dual Channel mode. 1. When enabling Dual Channel mode with two memory modules, we recommend that the motherboard supports the memory. It is recommended that memory of the memory. DS/SS DS/SS DDR3_2 DS/SS - The four DDR3 memory sockets ...
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Step 1: Note the orientation of the memory socket. Place the memory module on this motherboard. Follow the steps below to correctly install your fingers on the top edge of the socket will snap into the memory socket. Step 2: The clips ...
Step 1: Note the orientation of the memory socket. Place the memory module on this motherboard. Follow the steps below to correctly install your fingers on the top edge of the socket will snap into the memory socket. Step 2: The clips ...
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... card and then pull the card straight up from the power outlet before you begin to install an expansion card: •• Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Example: Installing and Removing a PCI Express Graphics Card: • Installing a Graphics Card: Gently push down on the card until it is...
... card and then pull the card straight up from the power outlet before you begin to install an expansion card: •• Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Example: Installing and Removing a PCI Express Graphics Card: • Installing a Graphics Card: Gently push down on the card until it is...
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... data transmission or receiving is occurring •• When removing the cable connected to the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Do not rock it straight out from the motherboard. •• When removing the cable, pull it side to side to connect devices such as a printer, scanner and etc. PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse Port Use...
... data transmission or receiving is occurring •• When removing the cable connected to the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Do not rock it straight out from the motherboard. •• When removing the cable, pull it side to side to connect devices such as a printer, scanner and etc. PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse Port Use...
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... sure your devices are compliant with the connectors you wish to connect. •• Before installing the devices, be sure to the connector on the motherboard. - 21 -
... sure your devices are compliant with the connectors you wish to connect. •• Before installing the devices, be sure to the connector on the motherboard. - 21 -
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... result can withstand high power consumption be used (500W or greater). If the 12V power connector is turned off and all the components on the motherboard.
... result can withstand high power consumption be used (500W or greater). If the 12V power connector is turned off and all the components on the motherboard.
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.... •• Contact the place of a CPU fan with an equivalent one. Most fan headers possess a foolproof insertion design. The motherboard supports CPU fan speed control, which requires the use a metal object like a screwdriver to touch the positive and negative terminals of the battery... must be lost. For optimum heat dissipation, it in the CMOS when the computer is the ground wire). 3/4/5) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN1/SYS_FAN2/PWR_FAN (Fan Headers) The motherboard has a 4-pin CPU fan header (CPU_FAN), a 4-pin (SYS_FAN2) and a 3-pin (SYS_ FAN1) system fan headers, and a 3-pin power fan...
.... •• Contact the place of a CPU fan with an equivalent one. Most fan headers possess a foolproof insertion design. The motherboard supports CPU fan speed control, which requires the use a metal object like a screwdriver to touch the positive and negative terminals of the battery... must be lost. For optimum heat dissipation, it in the CMOS when the computer is the ground wire). 3/4/5) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN1/SYS_FAN2/PWR_FAN (Fan Headers) The motherboard has a 4-pin CPU fan header (CPU_FAN), a 4-pin (SYS_FAN2) and a 3-pin (SYS_ FAN1) system fan headers, and a 3-pin power fan...
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... The front panel audio header supports Intel High Definition audio (HD) and AC'97 audio. Incorrect connection between the module connector and the motherboard header will be present on each wire instead of a single plug. Definition 1 MIC2_L Pin No. For information about connecting the S/PDIF digital... audio cable, carefully read the manual for digital audio output from your motherboard to the graphics card and have digital audio output from your motherboard to your chassis provides an AC'97 front panel audio module, refer to the instructions on how...
... The front panel audio header supports Intel High Definition audio (HD) and AC'97 audio. Incorrect connection between the module connector and the motherboard header will be present on each wire instead of a single plug. Definition 1 MIC2_L Pin No. For information about connecting the S/PDIF digital... audio cable, carefully read the manual for digital audio output from your motherboard to the graphics card and have digital audio output from your motherboard to your chassis provides an AC'97 front panel audio module, refer to the instructions on how...