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... on the SATA hard drive. Refer to set 8 GB, enter 8192 MB). An SSD with SP1 2. At the diskpart prompt, type the following commands in BIOS Setup 4. The recommendation is already installed on the partition you want to Set up Intel Rapid Start store partition); Refer to Control Panel > System and...
... on the SATA hard drive. Refer to set 8 GB, enter 8192 MB). An SSD with SP1 2. At the diskpart prompt, type the following commands in BIOS Setup 4. The recommendation is already installed on the partition you want to Set up Intel Rapid Start store partition); Refer to Control Panel > System and...
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... that disk) (Selects the specified volume. Launch the Intel Rapid Start Technology Manager application from Start\All Programs\Intel or click the icon in BIOS Setup 1. Enabling the Intel Rapid Start Technology in the notification area. While in Advanced Settings allows you change the partition type (set id="XXX...You have created the Intel Rapid Start Technology store partition after entering S3 mode. Restart your store partition. Save the settings and exit BIOS Setup. After the installation is volume of the selected disk and the volumes on that you to enter the...
... that disk) (Selects the specified volume. Launch the Intel Rapid Start Technology Manager application from Start\All Programs\Intel or click the icon in BIOS Setup 1. Enabling the Intel Rapid Start Technology in the notification area. While in Advanced Settings allows you change the partition type (set id="XXX...You have created the Intel Rapid Start Technology store partition after entering S3 mode. Restart your store partition. Save the settings and exit BIOS Setup. After the installation is volume of the selected disk and the volumes on that you to enter the...
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... application. System Requirements 1. Normal network connection B. Windows 7 with SP1 3. The user can obtain the latest data when the computer is for the following directory in BIOS Setup 2. Intel Smart Connect Technology Intel Smart Connect Technology (Note) allows user's computer to automatically update programs designed to work automatically with the Internet to...
... application. System Requirements 1. Normal network connection B. Windows 7 with SP1 3. The user can obtain the latest data when the computer is for the following directory in BIOS Setup 2. Intel Smart Connect Technology Intel Smart Connect Technology (Note) allows user's computer to automatically update programs designed to work automatically with the Internet to...
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....0 or above. RAID enabled for storing your computer when completed. Windows 7 with SP1 (Note 2) 6. An Intel Core series processor 3. B. Step 2: Find the IRST icon in BIOS Setup 4. If you have installed the operating system before enabling the Smart Response Technology. An Intel Chipset-based motherboard 2. j k (Note 1) The SSD works as a cache...
....0 or above. RAID enabled for storing your computer when completed. Windows 7 with SP1 (Note 2) 6. An Intel Core series processor 3. B. Step 2: Find the IRST icon in BIOS Setup 4. If you have installed the operating system before enabling the Smart Response Technology. An Intel Chipset-based motherboard 2. j k (Note 1) The SSD works as a cache...
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.... The trademarks mentioned in this manual may be reproduced, copied, translated, transmitted, orpublished in the use of this product, GIGABYTE provides the following types of documentations: For quick set-up of this manual are legally registered to assist in...their respective owners. 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. Copyright © 2012 GIGA-BYTE ...
.... The trademarks mentioned in this manual may be reproduced, copied, translated, transmitted, orpublished in the use of this product, GIGABYTE provides the following types of documentations: For quick set-up of this manual are legally registered to assist in...their respective owners. 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. Copyright © 2012 GIGA-BYTE ...
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Table of Contents Box Contents...6 Optional Items...6 GA-Z77X-UD3H Motherboard Layout 7 GA-Z77X-UD3H 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...19 1-7 Back Panel Connectors 20 1-8 Onboard Buttons, Switches, and LEDs 22 1-9 Internal Connectors 24 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 33 2-1 Startup Screen 34 2-2 The Main Menu 35 2-3 M.I.T...37 2-4 System...48 2-5 BIOS Features 49 2-6 Peripherals...51 2-7 Power Management 56 2-8 Save & Exit...58 Chapter 3 Drivers Installation 59 3-1...
Table of Contents Box Contents...6 Optional Items...6 GA-Z77X-UD3H Motherboard Layout 7 GA-Z77X-UD3H 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...19 1-7 Back Panel Connectors 20 1-8 Onboard Buttons, Switches, and LEDs 22 1-9 Internal Connectors 24 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 33 2-1 Startup Screen 34 2-2 The Main Menu 35 2-3 M.I.T...37 2-4 System...48 2-5 BIOS Features 49 2-6 Peripherals...51 2-7 Power Management 56 2-8 Save & Exit...58 Chapter 3 Drivers Installation 59 3-1...
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3-6 Download Center 62 3-7 New Program 62 Chapter 4 Unique Features 63 4-1 Xpress Recovery2 63 4-2 BIOS Update Utilities 66 4-2-1 Updating the BIOS with the Q-Flash Utility 66 4-2-2 Updating the BIOS with the @BIOS Utility 69 4-3 EasyTune 6...70 4-4 Q-Share...71 4-5 eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D 72 4-6 Auto Green...73 4-7 Intel Rapid Start Technology 74 4-8 Intel Smart Connect Technology 76 4-9 Intel...
3-6 Download Center 62 3-7 New Program 62 Chapter 4 Unique Features 63 4-1 Xpress Recovery2 63 4-2 BIOS Update Utilities 66 4-2-1 Updating the BIOS with the Q-Flash Utility 66 4-2-2 Updating the BIOS with the @BIOS Utility 69 4-3 EasyTune 6...70 4-4 Q-Share...71 4-5 eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D 72 4-6 Auto Green...73 4-7 Intel Rapid Start Technology 74 4-8 Intel Smart Connect Technology 76 4-9 Intel...
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GA-Z77X-UD3H Motherboard Block Diagram PCIe CLK (100 MHz) 1 PCI Express x16 or 2 PCI Express x8 LGA1155 CPU CPU CLK+/- (100 MHz) DDR3 1600/1333/1066 MHz ... or x4 x1 Switch LAN RJ45 Atheros GbE LAN x1 PCI Express Bus PCIe CLK (100 MHz) x1 PCIe to PCI Bridge PCI Bus Dual BIOS Intel® Z77 DMI 2.0 FDI Switch 4 USB 3.0/2.0 2 SATA 6Gb/s VIA VL800 Marvell 88SE9172 x1 x1 PCI Express Bus D-Sub DisplayPort DVI-D HDMI 2 SATA 6Gb/s 3 SATA...
GA-Z77X-UD3H Motherboard Block Diagram PCIe CLK (100 MHz) 1 PCI Express x16 or 2 PCI Express x8 LGA1155 CPU CPU CLK+/- (100 MHz) DDR3 1600/1333/1066 MHz ... or x4 x1 Switch LAN RJ45 Atheros GbE LAN x1 PCI Express Bus PCIe CLK (100 MHz) x1 PCIe to PCI Bridge PCI Bus Dual BIOS Intel® Z77 DMI 2.0 FDI Switch 4 USB 3.0/2.0 2 SATA 6Gb/s VIA VL800 Marvell 88SE9172 x1 x1 PCI Express Bus D-Sub DisplayPort DVI-D HDMI 2 SATA 6Gb/s 3 SATA...
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... 1 x S/PDIF Out header 3 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers 1 x USB 3.0/2.0 header 1 x Clear CMOS jumper 1 x Trusted Platform Module (TPM) header 1 x power button 1 x reset button 1 x Clear CMOS button 1 x Voltage Measurement Points 1 x BIOS Switch - 11 - Support for RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, and RAID 10 * When a RAID set is built across the SATA 6Gb/s and SATA 3Gb/s channels, the system...
... 1 x S/PDIF Out header 3 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers 1 x USB 3.0/2.0 header 1 x Clear CMOS jumper 1 x Trusted Platform Module (TPM) header 1 x power button 1 x reset button 1 x Clear CMOS button 1 x Voltage Measurement Points 1 x BIOS Switch - 11 - Support for RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, and RAID 10 * When a RAID set is built across the SATA 6Gb/s and SATA 3Gb/s channels, the system...
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...the CPU/system cooler you install. 2 x 64 Mbit flash Use of licensed AMI EFI BIOS Support for DualBIOS™ PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.0, SM BIOS 2.6, ACPI 2.0a Support for @BIOS Support for Q-Flash Support for Xpress Install Support for Xpress Recovery2 Support for 3D Power Norton...Line Out) I/O Controller iTE I/O Controller Chip Hardware Monitor BIOS Unique Features ...
...the CPU/system cooler you install. 2 x 64 Mbit flash Use of licensed AMI EFI BIOS Support for DualBIOS™ PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.0, SM BIOS 2.6, ACPI 2.0a Support for @BIOS Support for Q-Flash Support for Xpress Install Support for Xpress Recovery2 Support for 3D Power Norton...Line Out) I/O Controller iTE I/O Controller Chip Hardware Monitor BIOS Unique Features ...
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It is installed, the BIOS will double the original memory bandwidth. 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 ...
It is installed, the BIOS will double the original memory bandwidth. 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 ...
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... card in the slot. 3. Install the driver provided with a screw. 5. Remove the metal slot cover from the slot. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to make any required BIOS changes for your operating system. Make sure the card is fully seated in your expansion card(s). 7. PCI Express x1 Slot PCI Express x16...
... card in the slot. 3. Install the driver provided with a screw. 5. Remove the metal slot cover from the slot. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to make any required BIOS changes for your operating system. Make sure the card is fully seated in your expansion card(s). 7. PCI Express x1 Slot PCI Express x16...
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The DisplayPort Technology can support a maximum resolution of 2560x1600 but not during the BIOS Setup or POST process. The Marvell 88SE9172 chip supports RAID function. The following describes the states of the new generation interface technologies that supports DisplayPort ...
The DisplayPort Technology can support a maximum resolution of 2560x1600 but not during the BIOS Setup or POST process. The Marvell 88SE9172 chip supports RAID function. The following describes the states of the new generation interface technologies that supports DisplayPort ...
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.../off your computer and unplug the power cord from the backup BIOS) BIOS LED Indicators: MBIOS_LED (The main BIOS is active) BBIOS_LED (The backup BIOS is active. The power button and reset button allow users to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," for boot up or overclocking, helping to clear the CMOS...11 Quick BDDuIIPP ttons This mo11th22 e33 rboard has 3 quick buttons: power button, reset button and clearing CMOS button. BIOS Switch: SW4 1: Main BIOS (Boot from the main BIOS) 3: Backup BIOS (Boot from the power outlet before clearing the CMOS values. •• After system restart, go to...
.../off your computer and unplug the power cord from the backup BIOS) BIOS LED Indicators: MBIOS_LED (The main BIOS is active) BBIOS_LED (The backup BIOS is active. The power button and reset button allow users to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," for boot up or overclocking, helping to clear the CMOS...11 Quick BDDuIIPP ttons This mo11th22 e33 rboard has 3 quick buttons: power button, reset button and clearing CMOS button. BIOS Switch: SW4 1: Main BIOS (Boot from the main BIOS) 3: Backup BIOS (Boot from the power outlet before clearing the CMOS values. •• After system restart, go to...
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... Voltage measurement points(G1.Sniper 3) CPUPLL BIOS Switcher (SW4) Pin 1 Voltage measurement points(G1.Sniper 3) DDRVTT BIOS Switcher (SW4) Pin 1 Voltage measurement points(G1.Sniper 3) VDIMM BIOS Switcher (SW4) Pin 1 Voltage measurement points(G1.Sniper 3) PCHIO BIOS Switcher (SW4) Pin 1 M_SATA M_SATA ... 23 1 DIP 1 23 1 DIP 1 23 1 D 12 1 1 1 1 1 BIOS Switcher (X58A-OC) PWM1 SDwIPitch (X58A-OC) BIOS S1w2it3cher (X58A-OC) PWM1 SDwIPitch (X58A-OC) BIOS S1w2it3cher (X58A-OC) PWM1 SDwIPitch (X58A-OC) BIOS S1w2it3cher (X58A-OC) PWM1 SDwIPitch (X58A-OC) DIP 1 23 DIP 1 23 DIP 1 23...
... Voltage measurement points(G1.Sniper 3) CPUPLL BIOS Switcher (SW4) Pin 1 Voltage measurement points(G1.Sniper 3) DDRVTT BIOS Switcher (SW4) Pin 1 Voltage measurement points(G1.Sniper 3) VDIMM BIOS Switcher (SW4) Pin 1 Voltage measurement points(G1.Sniper 3) PCHIO BIOS Switcher (SW4) Pin 1 M_SATA M_SATA ... 23 1 DIP 1 23 1 DIP 1 23 1 D 12 1 1 1 1 1 BIOS Switcher (X58A-OC) PWM1 SDwIPitch (X58A-OC) BIOS S1w2it3cher (X58A-OC) PWM1 SDwIPitch (X58A-OC) BIOS S1w2it3cher (X58A-OC) PWM1 SDwIPitch (X58A-OC) BIOS S1w2it3cher (X58A-OC) PWM1 SDwIPitch (X58A-OC) DIP 1 23 DIP 1 23 DIP 1 23...
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... the fan headers to ensure system stability. When connecting a fan cable, be installed inside the chassis. 1 CPU_FAN CPU_FAN: Pin No. PWM Switch (X58A-OC) BIOS Switcher (X58A-OC) 1 M_SATA F_PANEL(NH) DIP 1 23 PCIe power connector (SATA)(X58A-OC) DIP 1 23 1 DIP 1 23 1 3) ATX4P1 (PCIe...co1 nnector to prevent your CPU and system from overheating. F_AUDIO(H) F_USB30 TPM w/housing Voltage measurement module(X58A-OC) DB_PORT Pin No. Definition 1 NC 2 NC BIOS Switcher (SW4) 1 3 NC 4 GND 5 GND 6 GND 15 7 VCC 8 VCC 9 VCC 10 GND 11 GND 12 GND 13 +12V 14 ...
... the fan headers to ensure system stability. When connecting a fan cable, be installed inside the chassis. 1 CPU_FAN CPU_FAN: Pin No. PWM Switch (X58A-OC) BIOS Switcher (X58A-OC) 1 M_SATA F_PANEL(NH) DIP 1 23 PCIe power connector (SATA)(X58A-OC) DIP 1 23 1 DIP 1 23 1 3) ATX4P1 (PCIe...co1 nnector to prevent your CPU and system from overheating. F_AUDIO(H) F_USB30 TPM w/housing Voltage measurement module(X58A-OC) DB_PORT Pin No. Definition 1 NC 2 NC BIOS Switcher (SW4) 1 3 NC 4 GND 5 GND 6 GND 15 7 VCC 8 VCC 9 VCC 10 GND 11 GND 12 GND 13 +12V 14 ...
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...Sniper 3) You may be handled in the CMOS when the computer is installed with local environmental regulations. mSATA PWM Switch (X58A-OC) BIOS Switcher (X58A-OC) 1 M_SATA F_PANEL(NH) F_AUDIO(H) BIOS Switcher (SW4) DIP 1 23 PCIe power connector (SATA)(X58A-OC) DIP 1 23 1 DIP 1 23 DIP 1 23 1 9)...solid-state drive. F_USB30 TPM w/housing Replace the battery when the battery voltage drops to keep the values (such as BIOS configurations, date, and time information) in accordance with a solid-state drive, the SATA2 5 connector will become unavailable. F_PANEL (H61M-D2)...
...Sniper 3) You may be handled in the CMOS when the computer is installed with local environmental regulations. mSATA PWM Switch (X58A-OC) BIOS Switcher (X58A-OC) 1 M_SATA F_PANEL(NH) F_AUDIO(H) BIOS Switcher (SW4) DIP 1 23 PCIe power connector (SATA)(X58A-OC) DIP 1 23 1 DIP 1 23 DIP 1 23 1 9)...solid-state drive. F_USB30 TPM w/housing Replace the battery when the battery voltage drops to keep the values (such as BIOS configurations, date, and time information) in accordance with a solid-state drive, the SATA2 5 connector will become unavailable. F_PANEL (H61M-D2)...
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... the chassis cover has been removed. The system reports system startup status by chassis. When connecting your system using the power switch (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Power Management," for more information). •• SPEAK (Speaker, Orange): Connects to the speaker on the chassis front panel. The LED is off when...
... the chassis cover has been removed. The system reports system startup status by chassis. When connecting your system using the power switch (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Power Management," for more information). •• SPEAK (Speaker, Orange): Connects to the speaker on the chassis front panel. The LED is off when...
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...No Pin 9 Line Out (L) 10 NC DB_PORT•• The front panel audio hBeIaOdSeSrwsituchpepr o(Xr5ts8AH-ODC)audio by SMB_CPT expansion(GA-IVB) PcCaIredpso)wfeorrcodningeictatolr a(SuAdTiAo)(Xo5u8tAp-uOtCf)rom your motherboard to Chapter 5, "Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio." If you want to mute ...connects a S/PDIF digital audio cable (provided by default. DIS_ME GP15_CPT (GA-IVB) ge measurement points(G1.Sniper 3) BIOS Switcher (SW4) Pin No. Definition XDP_CPU 1 SPDIFO XDP_PCH 1 2 GND (GA-IVB) Hardware Installation - 30 - 11) F_AUDIO (Front Panel Audio ...
...No Pin 9 Line Out (L) 10 NC DB_PORT•• The front panel audio hBeIaOdSeSrwsituchpepr o(Xr5ts8AH-ODC)audio by SMB_CPT expansion(GA-IVB) PcCaIredpso)wfeorrcodningeictatolr a(SuAdTiAo)(Xo5u8tAp-uOtCf)rom your motherboard to Chapter 5, "Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio." If you want to mute ...connects a S/PDIF digital audio cable (provided by default. DIS_ME GP15_CPT (GA-IVB) ge measurement points(G1.Sniper 3) BIOS Switcher (SW4) Pin No. Definition XDP_CPU 1 SPDIFO XDP_PCH 1 2 GND (GA-IVB) Hardware Installation - 30 - 11) F_AUDIO (Front Panel Audio ...
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...to prevent damage to USB 2.0/1.1 specification. For purchasing the optional USB bracket, please contact the local dealer. DIP 1 23 1 DIP 1 23 1 DIP 1 23 1 BIOS Switcher (X58A-O 1 PWM Switch (X58A-O DIP 1 23 PCIe power connector (SATA)(X58A-OC) - 31 - Pin No. Definition 10 11 1 VBUS 2 SSRX1- 11... D2+ 12 D2- 3 SSRX1+ 13 GND 4 GND 14 SSTX2+ 5 SSTX1- Hardware Installation Voltage measurement points(G1.Sniper 3) BIOS Switcher (SW4) Definition Pin No. 13) F_USB1/F_USB2/F_USB3 (USB 2.0/1.1 Headers) The headers conform to the USB bracket.
...to prevent damage to USB 2.0/1.1 specification. For purchasing the optional USB bracket, please contact the local dealer. DIP 1 23 1 DIP 1 23 1 DIP 1 23 1 BIOS Switcher (X58A-O 1 PWM Switch (X58A-O DIP 1 23 PCIe power connector (SATA)(X58A-OC) - 31 - Pin No. Definition 10 11 1 VBUS 2 SSRX1- 11... D2+ 12 D2- 3 SSRX1+ 13 GND 4 GND 14 SSTX2+ 5 SSTX1- Hardware Installation Voltage measurement points(G1.Sniper 3) BIOS Switcher (SW4) Definition Pin No. 13) F_USB1/F_USB2/F_USB3 (USB 2.0/1.1 Headers) The headers conform to the USB bracket.