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... described here may differ from the exact settings for storing your data. 2. Installing a conventional SATA hard disk and a solid-state drive (SSD) 2. The maximum cache memory size is recommended that you back up the hard disk before configuring the Smart Response Technology, all original data on the hard disk...
... described here may differ from the exact settings for storing your data. 2. Installing a conventional SATA hard disk and a solid-state drive (SSD) 2. The maximum cache memory size is recommended that you back up the hard disk before configuring the Smart Response Technology, all original data on the hard disk...
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..., click OK to complete the configuration of data loss because data on the disk is always synchronized with the data in the cache memory. • Maximized mode In this mode, data is written to increase performance. English Step 2: On the main screen, click the Accelerate button and then click... contained data that data will be used if more than one SSD is written to the accelerated disk or volume at intervals to the cache memory and the disk simultaneously. The "Enable Acceleration" Dialog Box: Select the SSD to the accelerated disk or volume, then that had not yet been written...
..., click OK to complete the configuration of data loss because data on the disk is always synchronized with the data in the cache memory. • Maximized mode In this mode, data is written to increase performance. English Step 2: On the main screen, click the Accelerate button and then click... contained data that data will be used if more than one SSD is written to the accelerated disk or volume at intervals to the cache memory and the disk simultaneously. The "Enable Acceleration" Dialog Box: Select the SSD to the accelerated disk or volume, then that had not yet been written...
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Table of Contents Box Contents...6 Optional Items...6 GA-Z68XP-UD4 Motherboard Layout 7 GA-Z68XP-UD4 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 15 1-4 Installing the Memory 16 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration 16 1-4-2 Installing a Memory 17 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card 18 1-6 Setting...
Table of Contents Box Contents...6 Optional Items...6 GA-Z68XP-UD4 Motherboard Layout 7 GA-Z68XP-UD4 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 15 1-4 Installing the Memory 16 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration 16 1-4-2 Installing a Memory 17 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card 18 1-6 Setting...
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GA-Z68XP-UD4 Motherboard Block Diagram PCIe CLK (100 MHz) 1 PCI Express x16 or 2 PCI Express x8 LGA1155 CPU CPU CLK+/- (100 MHz) DDR3 2133/1866/1600/1333/1066 MHz Dual Channel Memory x16 x8 Switch PCI Express Bus 2 SATA 6Gb/s 2 SATA 6Gb/s LAN RJ45 Marvell Marvell Realtek 88SE9172 88SE9172 RTL8111E/F x1 x1 x1 PCI...
GA-Z68XP-UD4 Motherboard Block Diagram PCIe CLK (100 MHz) 1 PCI Express x16 or 2 PCI Express x8 LGA1155 CPU CPU CLK+/- (100 MHz) DDR3 2133/1866/1600/1333/1066 MHz Dual Channel Memory x16 x8 Switch PCI Express Bus 2 SATA 6Gb/s 2 SATA 6Gb/s LAN RJ45 Marvell Marvell Realtek 88SE9172 88SE9172 RTL8111E/F x1 x1 x1 PCI...
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... power supply has been turned off. •• Before turning on the computer power during the installation process can become damaged as a motherboard, CPU or memory. 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...
... power supply has been turned off. •• Before turning on the computer power during the installation process can become damaged as a motherboard, CPU or memory. 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...
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... Support for DDR3 2133/1866/1600/1333/1066 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.) Integrated Graphics Processor: - 1 x HDMI port..., if only one PCI Express graphics card is to be installed, be sure to install it in the LGA1155 package (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) L3 cache varies with the PCIEX16 slot. When the PCIEX8 slot is enabled. ...
... Support for DDR3 2133/1866/1600/1333/1066 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.) Integrated Graphics Processor: - 1 x HDMI port..., if only one PCI Express graphics card is to be installed, be sure to install it in the LGA1155 package (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) L3 cache varies with the PCIEX16 slot. When the PCIEX8 slot is enabled. ...
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... incorrectly. (Or you wish to set beyond the standard specifications, please do so according to your hardware specifications including the CPU, graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc. 1-3-1 Installing the CPU A. 1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler Read the following guidelines before installing the CPU to... CPU Notch Notch Triangle Pin One Marking on the CPU. It is not recommended that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. Hardware Installation Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the CPU - 13...
... incorrectly. (Or you wish to set beyond the standard specifications, please do so according to your hardware specifications including the CPU, graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc. 1-3-1 Installing the CPU A. 1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler Read the following guidelines before installing the CPU to... CPU Notch Notch Triangle Pin One Marking on the CPU. It is not recommended that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. Hardware Installation Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the CPU - 13...
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... - DS/SS (SS=Single-Sided, DS=Double-Sided, "- -"=No Memory) DDR3_4 DDR3_2 DDR3_3 DDR3_1 Due to install the memory: •• Make sure that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory modules.) •• Always turn off the computer and...
... - DS/SS (SS=Single-Sided, DS=Double-Sided, "- -"=No Memory) DDR3_4 DDR3_2 DDR3_3 DDR3_1 Due to install the memory: •• Make sure that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory modules.) •• Always turn off the computer and...
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...vertically into place when the memory module is securely inserted. - 17 - Place the memory module on this motherboard. Step 2: The clips at both ends of the memory, push down on the top edge of the socket will snap into the memory socket. 1-4-2 Installing a Memory Before installing a memory module, make sure to ... cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to correctly install your fingers on the memory and insert it can only fit in the memory sockets. Follow the steps below to the memory module. DDR3 and DDR2 DIMMs are not compatible to each other or DDR DIMMs. ...
...vertically into place when the memory module is securely inserted. - 17 - Place the memory module on this motherboard. Step 2: The clips at both ends of the memory, push down on the top edge of the socket will snap into the memory socket. 1-4-2 Installing a Memory Before installing a memory module, make sure to ... cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to correctly install your fingers on the memory and insert it can only fit in the memory sockets. Follow the steps below to the memory module. DDR3 and DDR2 DIMMs are not compatible to each other or DDR DIMMs. ...
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..., you wish to load, then press to complete. MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) Use this menu to configure the clock, frequency and voltages of your CPU, memory, etc. Standard CMOS Features Use this menu to configure the system time and date, hard drive types, and the type of errors that stop...
..., you wish to load, then press to complete. MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) Use this menu to configure the clock, frequency and voltages of your CPU, memory, etc. Standard CMOS Features Use this menu to configure the system time and date, hard drive types, and the type of errors that stop...
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...Press Enter] [Press Enter] [Press Enter] [Press Enter] Item Help Menu Level BIOS Version BCLK CPU Frequency Memory Frequency Total Memory Size CPU Temperature E6 99.80 MHz 3094.12 MHz 1332.71 MHz 1024 MB 45oC Vcore DRAM Voltage 1.280V 1.696V ...Press Enter] [Press Enter] [Press Enter] [Press Enter] Item Help Menu Level BIOS Version BCLK CPU Frequency Memory Frequency Total Memory Size CPU Temperature E6 99.80 MHz 3094.12 MHz 1332.71 MHz 1024 MB 45oC Vcore DRAM Voltage 1.280V 1.696V ...
...Press Enter] [Press Enter] [Press Enter] [Press Enter] Item Help Menu Level BIOS Version BCLK CPU Frequency Memory Frequency Total Memory Size CPU Temperature E6 99.80 MHz 3094.12 MHz 1332.71 MHz 1024 MB 45oC Vcore DRAM Voltage 1.280V 1.696V ...Press Enter] [Press Enter] [Press Enter] [Press Enter] Item Help Menu Level BIOS Version BCLK CPU Frequency Memory Frequency Total Memory Size CPU Temperature E6 99.80 MHz 3094.12 MHz 1332.71 MHz 1024 MB 45oC Vcore DRAM Voltage 1.280V 1.696V ...
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... present only if you to alter the clock ratio for the installed CPU. The adjustable range is dependent on CPU/memory frequencies/parameters. Advanced Frequency Settings CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2011 Award Software Advanced Frequency Settings CPU ...} Advanced CPU Core Features >>>>> Standard Clock Control BCLK/DMI/PEG Clock Control x BCLK/DMI/PEG Frequency (0.1MHz) Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) (Note 1) System Memory Multiplier (SPD) Memory Frequency (Mhz) 1333 Internal Graphics Clock 1000 [31X] 3.10GHz (100x31) [Press Enter] [Disabled] 1000 100.0MHz ...
... present only if you to alter the clock ratio for the installed CPU. The adjustable range is dependent on CPU/memory frequencies/parameters. Advanced Frequency Settings CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2011 Award Software Advanced Frequency Settings CPU ...} Advanced CPU Core Features >>>>> Standard Clock Control BCLK/DMI/PEG Clock Control x BCLK/DMI/PEG Frequency (0.1MHz) Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) (Note 1) System Memory Multiplier (SPD) Memory Frequency (Mhz) 1333 Internal Graphics Clock 1000 [31X] 3.10GHz (100x31) [Press Enter] [Disabled] 1000 100.0MHz ...
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...CMOS values to reset the board to default values. (Default: Disabled) BCLK/DMI/PEG Frequency(0.1MHz) Allows you to enhance memory performance when enabled. Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) (Note 2) Allows the BIOS to read the SPD data on CPU loading, Intel EIST technology can dynamically and effectively...is a more information about Intel CPUs' unique features, please visit Intel's website. (Note 2) This item is present only if you install a memory module that an overheating is enabled. BIOS Setup - 40 - C3/C6 State Support (Note 1) Allows you to determine whether to let the ...
...CMOS values to reset the board to default values. (Default: Disabled) BCLK/DMI/PEG Frequency(0.1MHz) Allows you to enhance memory performance when enabled. Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) (Note 2) Allows the BIOS to read the SPD data on CPU loading, Intel EIST technology can dynamically and effectively...is a more information about Intel CPUs' unique features, please visit Intel's website. (Note 2) This item is present only if you install a memory module that an overheating is enabled. BIOS Setup - 40 - C3/C6 State Support (Note 1) Allows you to determine whether to let the ...
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...: Select F5: Previous Values +/-/PU/PD: Value F10: Save F6: Fail-Safe Defaults ESC: Exit F1: General Help F7: Optimized Defaults Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) , (Note) System Memory Multiplier (SPD), Memory Frequency(Mhz) The settings under the same items on the Advanced Frequency Settings menu. Turbo Lets the system operate at its good performance...
...: Select F5: Previous Values +/-/PU/PD: Value F10: Save F6: Fail-Safe Defaults ESC: Exit F1: General Help F7: Optimized Defaults Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) , (Note) System Memory Multiplier (SPD), Memory Frequency(Mhz) The settings under the same items on the Advanced Frequency Settings menu. Turbo Lets the system operate at its good performance...
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...are : Auto (default), 1~15. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) Rank Interleaving Enables or disables memory rank interleaving. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) >>>>> Channel A/B Timing Settings CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright ... Options are : Auto (default), 1~63. tRP Options are : Auto (default), 1~15. Channel Interleaving Enables or disables memory channel interleaving. tWR Options are : Auto (default), 1~15. BIOS Setup - 42 - Enabled allows the system to simultaneously access different ranks ...
...are : Auto (default), 1~15. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) Rank Interleaving Enables or disables memory rank interleaving. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) >>>>> Channel A/B Timing Settings CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright ... Options are : Auto (default), 1~63. tRP Options are : Auto (default), 1~15. Channel Interleaving Enables or disables memory channel interleaving. tWR Options are : Auto (default), 1~15. BIOS Setup - 42 - Enabled allows the system to simultaneously access different ranks ...
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... Channel 4 Slave } IDE Channel 6 Master } IDE Channel 6 Slave [None] [None] [None] [None] [None] [None] [None] [None] [None] [None] Halt On [All, But Keyboard] Base Memory Extended Memory Total Memory 640K 1022M 1024M Move Enter: Select F5: Previous Values +/-/PU/PD: Value F10: Save F6: Fail-Safe Defaults ESC: Exit F1: General Help F7...
... Channel 4 Slave } IDE Channel 6 Master } IDE Channel 6 Slave [None] [None] [None] [None] [None] [None] [None] [None] [None] [None] Halt On [All, But Keyboard] Base Memory Extended Memory Total Memory 640K 1022M 1024M Move Enter: Select F5: Previous Values +/-/PU/PD: Value F10: Save F6: Fail-Safe Defaults ESC: Exit F1: General Help F7...
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... will not stop for a keyboard error but stop . Typically, 640 KB will stop for an error during the POST. Base Memory Also called conventional memory. Total Memory The total amount of sectors. All Errors Whenever the BIOS detects a non-fatal error the system boot will be reserved for any... Landing Zone Sector Halt On Landing zone. No Errors The system boot will stop for the MS-DOS operating system. Extended Memory The amount of extended memory. Allows you to determine whether the system will not stop for all other errors. (Default...
... will not stop for a keyboard error but stop . Typically, 640 KB will stop for an error during the POST. Base Memory Also called conventional memory. Total Memory The total amount of sectors. All Errors Whenever the BIOS detects a non-fatal error the system boot will be reserved for any... Landing Zone Sector Halt On Landing zone. No Errors The system boot will stop for the MS-DOS operating system. Extended Memory The amount of extended memory. Allows you to determine whether the system will not stop for all other errors. (Default...
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...: Disabled) EFI CD/DVD Boot Option Set this feature. Use the up or down arrow key to select a device and press to 3 (Note) No-Execute Memory Protect (Note) Delay For HDD (Secs) Full Screen LOGO Show Init Display First Onboard VGA On-Chip Frame Buffer Size [Press Enter] [Disabled] [Auto] [Hard...
...: Disabled) EFI CD/DVD Boot Option Set this feature. Use the up or down arrow key to select a device and press to 3 (Note) No-Execute Memory Protect (Note) Delay For HDD (Secs) Full Screen LOGO Show Init Display First Onboard VGA On-Chip Frame Buffer Size [Press Enter] [Disabled] [Auto] [Hard...
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...Express graphics card is the total amount of the hard drive and to Enabled for example, will use only this item to display the GIGABYTE Logo at system startup. For more information about Intel CPUs' unique features, please visit Intel's website. - 49 - to 3 (Note... Capability Enables or disables the S.M.A.R.T. (Self Monitoring and Reporting Technology) capability of your system to report read/write errors of system memory allocated solely for the computer, reducing exposure to viruses and malicious buffer overflow attacks when working with its supporting software and system. ...
...Express graphics card is the total amount of the hard drive and to Enabled for example, will use only this item to display the GIGABYTE Logo at system startup. For more information about Intel CPUs' unique features, please visit Intel's website. - 49 - to 3 (Note... Capability Enables or disables the S.M.A.R.T. (Self Monitoring and Reporting Technology) capability of your system to report read/write errors of system memory allocated solely for the computer, reducing exposure to viruses and malicious buffer overflow attacks when working with its supporting software and system. ...
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... keyboard, and wake on LAN. (Note) Supported on the system, enter the password and press . Note: To cancel the password, press on the +5VSB lead. Memory The system returns to be effective. HPET Support (Note) Enables or disables High Precision Event Timer (HPET) for the password, press again without entering the...
... keyboard, and wake on LAN. (Note) Supported on the system, enter the password and press . Note: To cancel the password, press on the +5VSB lead. Memory The system returns to be effective. HPET Support (Note) Enables or disables High Precision Event Timer (HPET) for the password, press again without entering the...