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Motherboard GA-Z77-D3H/GA-H77-D3H Feb. 8, 2012 Motherboard GA-Z77-D3H/GA-H77-D3H Feb. 8, 2012
Motherboard GA-Z77-D3H/GA-H77-D3H Feb. 8, 2012 Motherboard GA-Z77-D3H/GA-H77-D3H Feb. 8, 2012
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... 2012 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. Changes to the specifications and features in this product, GIGABYTE provides the following types of documentations: For quick set-up of the motherboard is the property of this : "REV: X.X." For example, "REV: 1.0" means the ...in any means without prior notice. No part of GIGABYTE. 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...
... 2012 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. Changes to the specifications and features in this product, GIGABYTE provides the following types of documentations: For quick set-up of the motherboard is the property of this : "REV: X.X." For example, "REV: 1.0" means the ...in any means without prior notice. No part of GIGABYTE. 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...
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Table of Contents Box Contents...6 Optional Items...6 GA-Z77-D3H/GA-H77-D3H Motherboard Layout 7 GA-Z77-D3H/GA-H77-D3H 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-Z77-D3H/GA-H77-D3H Motherboard Layout 7 GA-Z77-D3H/GA-H77-D3H 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-Z77-D3H or GA-H77-D3H motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual Quick Installation Guide Two SATA 6Gb/s cables Two SATA 3Gb/s cables I/O Shield The box contents above are subject to change without notice. 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) COM port cable (Part No. 12CF1-1CM001-3*R) 3.5" Front Panel with 2 USB 3.0/2.0 ports (Part No. 12CR1-FPX582-0*R) - 6 - The box contents are for reference only and the actual items shall depend on the product package you obtain.
Box Contents GA-Z77-D3H or GA-H77-D3H motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual Quick Installation Guide Two SATA 6Gb/s cables Two SATA 3Gb/s cables I/O Shield The box contents above are subject to change without notice. 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) COM port cable (Part No. 12CF1-1CM001-3*R) 3.5" Front Panel with 2 USB 3.0/2.0 ports (Part No. 12CR1-FPX582-0*R) - 6 - The box contents are for reference only and the actual items shall depend on the product package you obtain.
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SYS_FAN3 GA-Z77-D3H/GA-H77-D3H Motherboard Layout KB_MS_USB DVI VGA SYS_FAN2 ATX_12V CPU_FAN LGA1155 HDMI R_USB30_2 R_USB30_1 F_USB30 USB_LAN AUDIO Etron EJ168 PCIEX1_1 mSATA Atheros ATX GbE LAN PCIEX16 DDR3_4 DDR3_2 DDR3_3 DDR3_1 1 0 CODEC PCIEX1_2 PCIEX1_3 PCIEX4 B_BIOS M_BIOS GA-Z77-D3H/GA-H77-D3H Intel® Z77j/ Intel® H77k SATA3 SATA2 5 4 3 2 PCI1 PCIe to PCI PCI2 Bridge F_AUDIO SYS_FAN1 COMA F_USB3 F_USB2 F_USB1 SPDIF_O BAT TPM iTE Super I/O CLR_CMOSF_PANEL j Only for GA-H77-D3H. - 7 - k Only for GA-Z77-D3H.
SYS_FAN3 GA-Z77-D3H/GA-H77-D3H Motherboard Layout KB_MS_USB DVI VGA SYS_FAN2 ATX_12V CPU_FAN LGA1155 HDMI R_USB30_2 R_USB30_1 F_USB30 USB_LAN AUDIO Etron EJ168 PCIEX1_1 mSATA Atheros ATX GbE LAN PCIEX16 DDR3_4 DDR3_2 DDR3_3 DDR3_1 1 0 CODEC PCIEX1_2 PCIEX1_3 PCIEX4 B_BIOS M_BIOS GA-Z77-D3H/GA-H77-D3H Intel® Z77j/ Intel® H77k SATA3 SATA2 5 4 3 2 PCI1 PCIe to PCI PCI2 Bridge F_AUDIO SYS_FAN1 COMA F_USB3 F_USB2 F_USB1 SPDIF_O BAT TPM iTE Super I/O CLR_CMOSF_PANEL j Only for GA-H77-D3H. - 7 - k Only for GA-Z77-D3H.
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k Only for GA-H77-D3H. (Note 1) To support DDR3 1600 MHz, you must install an Intel 22nm (Ivy Bridge) CPU. (Note 2) In Windows XP, the Intel USB 3.0 ports can support .../Mouse Surround Speaker Out Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out Side Speaker Out MIC Line Out Line In S/PDIF Out 2 PCI PCI CLK (33 MHz) j Only for GA-Z77-D3H. GA-Z77-D3H/GA-H77-D3H Motherboard Block Diagram 1 PCI Express x16 CPU CLK+/- (100 MHz) PCIe CLK (100 MHz) LGA1155 CPU DDR3 1600(Note 1)/1333/1066 MHz Dual Channel Memory...
k Only for GA-H77-D3H. (Note 1) To support DDR3 1600 MHz, you must install an Intel 22nm (Ivy Bridge) CPU. (Note 2) In Windows XP, the Intel USB 3.0 ports can support .../Mouse Surround Speaker Out Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out Side Speaker Out MIC Line Out Line In S/PDIF Out 2 PCI PCI CLK (33 MHz) j Only for GA-Z77-D3H. GA-Z77-D3H/GA-H77-D3H Motherboard Block Diagram 1 PCI Express x16 CPU CLK+/- (100 MHz) PCIe CLK (100 MHz) LGA1155 CPU DDR3 1600(Note 1)/1333/1066 MHz Dual Channel Memory...
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... that all cables and power connectors of your hardware components are connected. • To prevent damage to the motherboard, do not remove or break motherboard S/N (Serial Number) sticker or warranty sticker provided by unplugging the power cord from the power outlet before installing...required for warranty validation. • Always remove the AC power by your dealer. 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 physical harm to the user....
... that all cables and power connectors of your hardware components are connected. • To prevent damage to the motherboard, do not remove or break motherboard S/N (Serial Number) sticker or warranty sticker provided by unplugging the power cord from the power outlet before installing...required for warranty validation. • Always remove the AC power by your dealer. 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 physical harm to the user....
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...; Set the CPU host frequency in accordance with the CPU specifications. 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 wish to set beyond the standard specifications, please do so according to prevent hardware... turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before you begin to install the CPU: • Make sure that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals.
...; Set the CPU host frequency in accordance with the CPU specifications. 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 wish to set beyond the standard specifications, please do so according to prevent hardware... turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before you begin to install the CPU: • Make sure that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals.
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... metal load plate will be lifted as shown. Step 2: Remove the CPU socket cover as well. Step 5: Push the CPU socket lever back into the motherboard CPU socket. Step 4: Once the CPU is not installed.) Step 3: Hold the CPU with your index finger down and away from the power outlet to...
... metal load plate will be lifted as shown. Step 2: Remove the CPU socket cover as well. Step 5: Push the CPU socket lever back into the motherboard CPU socket. Step 4: Once the CPU is not installed.) Step 3: Hold the CPU with your index finger down and away from the power outlet to...
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...Before installing the cooler, note the direction of the arrow sign on the male push pin. (Turning the push pin along the direction of the motherboard. Check that the Male and Female push pins are joined closely. (Refer to your CPU cooler installation manual for instructions on the... to remove the cooler, on the contrary, is complete. 1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler Follow the steps below 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 atop the...
...Before installing the cooler, note the direction of the arrow sign on the male push pin. (Turning the push pin along the direction of the motherboard. Check that the Male and Female push pins are joined closely. (Refer to your CPU cooler installation manual for instructions on the... to remove the cooler, on the contrary, is complete. 1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler Follow the steps below 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 atop the...
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A memory module can be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory modules.) • Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet ... (SS=Single-Sided, DS=Double-Sided, "- -"=No Memory) DDR3_4 DDR3_2 DDR3_3 DDR3_1 Due to insert the memory, switch the direction. 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides four DDR3 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. Dual Channel mode cannot be used and installed in the same colored DDR3 sockets. After...
A memory module can be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory modules.) • Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet ... (SS=Single-Sided, DS=Double-Sided, "- -"=No Memory) DDR3_4 DDR3_2 DDR3_3 DDR3_1 Due to insert the memory, switch the direction. 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides four DDR3 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. Dual Channel mode cannot be used and installed in the same colored DDR3 sockets. After...
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..., make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to install DDR3 DIMMs on this motherboard.
..., make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to install DDR3 DIMMs on this motherboard.
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... the card until it is fully inserted into the slot. 4. Secure the card§s metal bracket to install an expansion card: • Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Align the card with your operating system.
... the card until it is fully inserted into the slot. 4. Secure the card§s metal bracket to install an expansion card: • Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Align the card with your operating system.
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... configuration. Optical S/PDIF Out Connector This connector provides digital audio out to an external audio system that your device and then remove it from the motherboard. • When removing the cable, pull it side to side to 1 Gbps data rate. This jack can be connected to a back panel connector, first remove... the states of the LAN port LEDs. Use this audio jack for a headphone or 2-channel speaker. Use this audio jack for the Onboard Graphics: This motherboard provides three video output ports: D-Sub, DVI-D, and HDMI.
... configuration. Optical S/PDIF Out Connector This connector provides digital audio out to an external audio system that your device and then remove it from the motherboard. • When removing the cable, pull it side to side to 1 Gbps data rate. This jack can be connected to a back panel connector, first remove... the states of the LAN port LEDs. Use this audio jack for a headphone or 2-channel speaker. Use this audio jack for the Onboard Graphics: This motherboard provides three video output ports: D-Sub, DVI-D, and HDMI.
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... 9) CLR_CMOS 10) F_PANEL 11) F_AUDIO 12) SPDIF_O 13) F_USB1/F_USB2/F_USB3 14) F_USB30 15) COMA 16) TPM Read the following guidelines before turning on the motherboard. - 21 -
... 9) CLR_CMOS 10) F_PANEL 11) F_AUDIO 12) SPDIF_O 13) F_USB1/F_USB2/F_USB3 14) F_USB30 15) COMA 16) TPM Read the following guidelines before turning on the motherboard. - 21 -
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...-pin ATX) GND (Only for 2x12-pin ATX) Hardware Installation - 22 - To meet expansion requirements, it is turned off and all the components on the motherboard. Connect the power supply cable to all devices are properly installed. 1/2) ATX_12V/ATX (2x2 12V Power Connector and 2x12 Main Power Connector) With the use...
...-pin ATX) GND (Only for 2x12-pin ATX) Hardware Installation - 22 - To meet expansion requirements, it is turned off and all the components on the motherboard. Connect the power supply cable to all devices are properly installed. 1/2) ATX_12V/ATX (2x2 12V Power Connector and 2x12 Main Power Connector) With the use...
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... replaced with an incorrect model. • Contact the place of the battery holder, making them short for one . Do not place a jumper cap on this motherboard are not configuration jumper blocks. Replace the battery. 4. Danger of explosion if the battery is turned off your computer and unplug the power cord. 2. tery...
... replaced with an incorrect model. • Contact the place of the battery holder, making them short for one . Do not place a jumper cap on this motherboard are not configuration jumper blocks. Replace the battery. 4. Danger of explosion if the battery is turned off your computer and unplug the power cord. 2. tery...
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... 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio." • Audio signals will make the device unable to this header. Incorrect connection between the module connector and the motherboard header will be present on each wire instead of a single plug. If your chassis front panel audio module to work or even ...Pin No. Definition Pin No. For information about connecting the front panel audio module that has separated connectors on both of the motherboard header. Hardware Installation For information about connecting the S/PDIF digital audio cable, carefully read the manual for digital audio output from...
... 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio." • Audio signals will make the device unable to this header. Incorrect connection between the module connector and the motherboard header will be present on each wire instead of a single plug. If your chassis front panel audio module to work or even ...Pin No. Definition Pin No. For information about connecting the front panel audio module that has separated connectors on both of the motherboard header. Hardware Installation For information about connecting the S/PDIF digital audio cable, carefully read the manual for digital audio output from...
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... may result in system's failure to boot. Inadequately altering the settings may result in system malfunction. • It is turned off, the battery on the motherboard. Chapter 2 BIOS Setup BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) records hardware parameters of the system in the CMOS on the... the power is turned on using the current version of BIOS from the Internet and updates the BIOS. 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...
... may result in system's failure to boot. Inadequately altering the settings may result in system malfunction. • It is turned off, the battery on the motherboard. Chapter 2 BIOS Setup BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) records hardware parameters of the system in the CMOS on the... the power is turned on using the current version of BIOS from the Internet and updates the BIOS. 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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... the item you want. (Sample BIOS Version: F3c) Switch to configure CPU/memory frequency, memory timings, and voltage settings. The 3D BIOS Screen (Default) On GIGABYTE's uniquely designed 3D BIOS screen, you can use your mouse to move among the items and press to accept or enter a sub-menu. For more... Menu A. The Main Menu of the BIOS Setup Program On the main menu of the BIOS Setup program, press arrow keys to move through the motherboard image and click to the main menu of the BIOS Setup program. (If a mouse is not connected, the 3D BIOS screen will automatically switch to...
... the item you want. (Sample BIOS Version: F3c) Switch to configure CPU/memory frequency, memory timings, and voltage settings. The 3D BIOS Screen (Default) On GIGABYTE's uniquely designed 3D BIOS screen, you can use your mouse to move among the items and press to accept or enter a sub-menu. For more... Menu A. The Main Menu of the BIOS Setup Program On the main menu of the BIOS Setup program, press arrow keys to move through the motherboard image and click to the main menu of the BIOS Setup program. (If a mouse is not connected, the 3D BIOS screen will automatically switch to...