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Motherboard GA-Z97N-WIFI/GA-H97N-WIFI Nov. 3, 2014 Wireless Module Country Approvals: Motherboard GA-Z97N-WIFI GA-H97N-WIFI Nov. 3, 2014 See the latest safety and regulatory documents at GIGABYTE's website.
Motherboard GA-Z97N-WIFI/GA-H97N-WIFI Nov. 3, 2014 Wireless Module Country Approvals: Motherboard GA-Z97N-WIFI GA-H97N-WIFI Nov. 3, 2014 See the latest safety and regulatory documents at GIGABYTE's website.
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..., drivers, or when looking for technical information. Copyright © 2014 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. For example, "REV: 1.0" means the revision of the motherboard is the property of GIGABYTE. Documentation Classifications In order to the specifications and features in this manual are legally registered to their respective owners. Changes to assist in...
..., drivers, or when looking for technical information. Copyright © 2014 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. For example, "REV: 1.0" means the revision of the motherboard is the property of GIGABYTE. Documentation Classifications In order to the specifications and features in this manual are legally registered to their respective owners. Changes to assist in...
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Table of Contents Box Contents...6 Optional Items...6 GA-Z97N-WIFI/GA-H97N-WIFI/GA-H97N Motherboard Layout 7 GA-Z97N-WIFI/GA-H97N-WIFI/GA-H97N 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-Z97N-WIFI/GA-H97N-WIFI/GA-H97N Motherboard Layout 7 GA-Z97N-WIFI/GA-H97N-WIFI/GA-H97N 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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NN Only for reference only and the actual items shall depend on the product package you obtain. Box Contents 55 GA-Z97N-WIFI, GA-H97N-WIFI, or GA-H97N motherboard 55 Motherboard driver disk 55 Wireless module driver diskjk 55 User's Manual 55 Quick Installation Guide 55 Two SATA cables 55 I/O Shield 55 One antennajk The box ...
NN Only for reference only and the actual items shall depend on the product package you obtain. Box Contents 55 GA-Z97N-WIFI, GA-H97N-WIFI, or GA-H97N motherboard 55 Motherboard driver disk 55 Wireless module driver diskjk 55 User's Manual 55 Quick Installation Guide 55 Two SATA cables 55 I/O Shield 55 One antennajk The box ...
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OO Only for GA-Z97N-WIFI. GA-Z97N-WIFI/GA-H97N-WIFI/GA-H97N Motherboard Block Diagram PCI Express Bus x16 1 PCI Express x16 DVI-I LGA1150 CPU CPU CLK+/- (100 MHz) DDR3 1600/1333 MHz Dual Channel Memory PCIe CLK (...; GbE Realtek® LAN GbE LAN x1 x1 PCI Express Bus Intel® Z97 j Intel® H97 kl 6 SATA 6Gb/s 6 USB 3.0/2.0 4 USB 2.0/1.1 x1 Mini PCIe WiFi Modulejk CODEC LPC Bus iTE® Super I/O COM PS/2 KB/Mouse Rear Speaker Out Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out Side Speaker Out MIC Line Out Line...
OO Only for GA-Z97N-WIFI. GA-Z97N-WIFI/GA-H97N-WIFI/GA-H97N Motherboard Block Diagram PCI Express Bus x16 1 PCI Express x16 DVI-I LGA1150 CPU CPU CLK+/- (100 MHz) DDR3 1600/1333 MHz Dual Channel Memory PCIe CLK (...; GbE Realtek® LAN GbE LAN x1 x1 PCI Express Bus Intel® Z97 j Intel® H97 kl 6 SATA 6Gb/s 6 USB 3.0/2.0 4 USB 2.0/1.1 x1 Mini PCIe WiFi Modulejk CODEC LPC Bus iTE® Super I/O COM PS/2 KB/Mouse Rear Speaker Out Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out Side Speaker Out MIC Line Out Line...
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... the AC power by your hands dry and first touch a metal object to eliminate static electricity. •• Prior to installing the motherboard, please have it on top of an antistatic pad or within the computer casing. •• Do not place the computer system on... installation, do not have an ESD wrist strap, keep your dealer. If you are connected tightly and securely. •• When handling the motherboard, avoid touching any installation steps or have a problem related to wear an electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap when handling electronic components such as ...
... the AC power by your hands dry and first touch a metal object to eliminate static electricity. •• Prior to installing the motherboard, please have it on top of an antistatic pad or within the computer casing. •• Do not place the computer system on... installation, do not have an ESD wrist strap, keep your dealer. If you are connected tightly and securely. •• When handling the motherboard, avoid touching any installation steps or have a problem related to wear an electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap when handling electronic components such as ...
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...(s) for GA-H97N-WIFI. OO Only for GA-Z97N-WIFI. Smart TimeLock - System Information Viewer - MM Only for GA-H97N. EasyTune - NN Only for the software listed in APP Center may also differ depending on GIGABYTE's website to the product specifications and product-related information without prior notice. * Please visit the Support & Downloads\Utility page on motherboard specifications...
...(s) for GA-H97N-WIFI. OO Only for GA-Z97N-WIFI. Smart TimeLock - System Information Viewer - MM Only for GA-H97N. EasyTune - NN Only for the software listed in APP Center may also differ depending on GIGABYTE's website to the product specifications and product-related information without prior notice. * Please visit the Support & Downloads\Utility page on motherboard specifications...
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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 - If you begin to install the CPU: •• Make sure that the system bus frequency ...
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 - If you begin to install the CPU: •• Make sure that the system bus frequency ...
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... the installation of the CPU socket (or you may pop off from the power outlet to prevent damage to correctly install the CPU into the motherboard CPU socket. •• Before installing the CPU, make sure the front end of the load plate is under its retention tab to turn off...
... the installation of the CPU socket (or you may pop off from the power outlet to prevent damage to correctly install the CPU into the motherboard CPU socket. •• Before installing the CPU, make sure the front end of the load plate is under its retention tab to turn off...
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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...CPU cooler and CPU may damage the CPU. - 15 - 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...CPU cooler and CPU may damage the CPU. - 15 - 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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... Dual Channel mode. 1. A memory module can be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. When enabling Dual Channel mode with two memory modules, it is recommended that the motherboard supports the memory. After the memory is installed. 2. The two DDR3 memory... Memory Read the following guidelines before you begin to insert the memory, switch the direction. 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides two DDR3 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. Dual Channel mode cannot be used for the latest supported memory speeds...
... Dual Channel mode. 1. A memory module can be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. When enabling Dual Channel mode with two memory modules, it is recommended that the motherboard supports the memory. After the memory is installed. 2. The two DDR3 memory... Memory Read the following guidelines before you begin to insert the memory, switch the direction. 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides two DDR3 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. Dual Channel mode cannot be used for the latest supported memory speeds...
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Place the memory module on this motherboard. As indicated in the picture on the left, place your memory modules in one direction. Hardware Installation Notch DDR3 DIMM A DDR3 memory module has a notch, ...
Place the memory module on this motherboard. As indicated in the picture on the left, place your memory modules in one direction. Hardware Installation Notch DDR3 DIMM A DDR3 memory module has a notch, ...
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.... Make sure the card is securely seated in the slot. 3. Secure the card's metal bracket to install an expansion card: •• Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Install the driver provided with the slot, and press down on the top edge of the card until it is fully...
.... Make sure the card is securely seated in the slot. 3. Secure the card's metal bracket to install an expansion card: •• Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Install the driver provided with the slot, and press down on the top edge of the card until it is fully...
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... a DVI-to connect center/subwoofer speakers in a 5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration. Triple-Display Configurations for the Onboard Graphics: To set up a triple-display configuration, you install motherboard drivers in OS. Connection/ Speed LED Activity LED LAN Port State Orange Green Off Description 1 Gbps data rate 100 Mbps data rate 10 Mbps data...
... a DVI-to connect center/subwoofer speakers in a 5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration. Triple-Display Configurations for the Onboard Graphics: To set up a triple-display configuration, you install motherboard drivers in OS. Connection/ Speed LED Activity LED LAN Port State Orange Green Off Description 1 Gbps data rate 100 Mbps data rate 10 Mbps data...
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... jack. •• When removing the cable connected to a back panel connector, first remove the cable from your device and then remove it from the motherboard. •• When removing the cable, pull it side to side to perform different functions via the audio software (supported functions may vary based on...
... jack. •• When removing the cable connected to a back panel connector, first remove the cable from your device and then remove it from the motherboard. •• When removing the cable, pull it side to side to perform different functions via the audio software (supported functions may vary based on...
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... 3) CPU_FAN 4) SYS_FAN 5) BAT 6) SATA3 0/1/2/3/4/5 7) F_AUDIO 8) F_PANEL 9) SPDIF_O 10) F_USB30 11) F_USB 12) COM 13) CLR_CMOS 14) CI Read the following guidelines before turning on the motherboard. Hardware Installation - 22 - Unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the devices. •• After installing the device and before...
... 3) CPU_FAN 4) SYS_FAN 5) BAT 6) SATA3 0/1/2/3/4/5 7) F_AUDIO 8) F_PANEL 9) SPDIF_O 10) F_USB30 11) F_USB 12) COM 13) CLR_CMOS 14) CI Read the following guidelines before turning on the motherboard. Hardware Installation - 22 - Unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the devices. •• After installing the device and before...
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If the 12V power connector is turned off and all the components on the motherboard. The power connector possesses a foolproof design. Connect the power supply cable to the CPU. Hardware Installation The 12V power connector mainly supplies power to the ...
If the 12V power connector is turned off and all the components on the motherboard. The power connector possesses a foolproof design. Connect the power supply cable to the CPU. Hardware Installation The 12V power connector mainly supplies power to the ...
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... to connect it is recommended that a system fan be installed inside the chassis. 1 CPU_FAN 1 SYS_FAN CPU_FAN: Pin No. Do not place a jumper cap on this motherboard are not configuration jumper blocks. You may be handled in the power cord and restart your computer. •• Always turn off . Hardware Installation - 24...
... to connect it is recommended that a system fan be installed inside the chassis. 1 CPU_FAN 1 SYS_FAN CPU_FAN: Pin No. Do not place a jumper cap on this motherboard are not configuration jumper blocks. You may be handled in the power cord and restart your computer. •• Always turn off . Hardware Installation - 24...
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... SATA 1.5Gb/s standard. Make sure the wire assignments of the module connector match the pin assignments of the motherboard header. Hardware Installation Refer to this header. Incorrect connection between the module connector and the motherboard header will be an even number.) •• A RAID 10 configuration requires four hard drives. ••...
... SATA 1.5Gb/s standard. Make sure the wire assignments of the module connector match the pin assignments of the motherboard header. Hardware Installation Refer to this header. Incorrect connection between the module connector and the motherboard header will be an even number.) •• A RAID 10 configuration requires four hard drives. ••...