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G1.Assassin LGA1366 socket motherboard for Intel® Core™ i7 processor family User's Manual Rev. 1002 12ME-G1ASSAS-1002R
G1.Assassin LGA1366 socket motherboard for Intel® Core™ i7 processor family User's Manual Rev. 1002 12ME-G1ASSAS-1002R
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... included with the product. For detailed product information, carefully read the User's Manual. No part of the motherboard is protected by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. 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...
... included with the product. For detailed product information, carefully read the User's Manual. No part of the motherboard is protected by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. 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...
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Chapter 3 Drivers Installation 65 3-1 Installing Chipset Drivers 65 3-2 Application Software 66 3-3 Technical Manuals 66 3-4 Contact...67 3-5 System...67 3-6 Download Center 68 3-7 New Utilities...68 Chapter 4 Unique Features 69 4-1 Xpress Recovery2 69 4-2 BIOS Update Utilities 72 4-2-1 Updating the BIOS ...
Chapter 3 Drivers Installation 65 3-1 Installing Chipset Drivers 65 3-2 Application Software 66 3-3 Technical Manuals 66 3-4 Contact...67 3-5 System...67 3-6 Download Center 68 3-7 New Utilities...68 Chapter 4 Unique Features 69 4-1 Xpress Recovery2 69 4-2 BIOS Update Utilities 72 4-2-1 Updating the BIOS ...
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... 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 G1.Assassin motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual Quick Installation Guide Four SATA cables I/O Shield 5.25" Front Access Control Panel with 2 USB 3.0/2.0 ports, 1 Power eSATA port, and 1 Quick Boost button One...
... 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 G1.Assassin motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual Quick Installation Guide Four SATA cables I/O Shield 5.25" Front Access Control Panel with 2 USB 3.0/2.0 ports, 1 Power eSATA port, and 1 Quick Boost button One...
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ponents such as a result of the product, please consult a certified computer technician. - 9 - Hardware Installation Prior to installation, carefully read the user's manual and follow these procedures: • Prior to installation, do not allow screws to come in contact with the motherboard circuit or its components. • Make ...
ponents such as a result of the product, please consult a certified computer technician. - 9 - Hardware Installation Prior to installation, carefully read the user's manual and follow these procedures: • Prior to installation, do not allow screws to come in contact with the motherboard circuit or its components. • Make ...
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... the installation, check the back 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 motherboard. Step 4: You should hear a "click" when pushing down on the push pins diagonally. Hardware Installation Direction of the Arrow Sign...
... the installation, check the back 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 motherboard. Step 4: You should hear a "click" when pushing down on the push pins diagonally. Hardware Installation Direction of the Arrow Sign...
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... a PCI Express Graphics Card: • Installing a Graphics Card: Gently push down on the card until it is securely seated in your card. Carefully read the manual that supports your operating system. Secure the card's metal bracket to prevent hardware damage. Turn on the card are completely inserted into the PCI Express...
... a PCI Express Graphics Card: • Installing a Graphics Card: Gently push down on the card until it is securely seated in your card. Carefully read the manual that supports your operating system. Secure the card's metal bracket to prevent hardware damage. Turn on the card are completely inserted into the PCI Express...
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... systems - CrossFire (Note 1)/SLI bridge connector(s) - C. Browse to the CrossFireX menu and ensure the Enable CrossFireX™ check box is recommended (Note 2)(Refer to the manual of the graphics cards. Hardware Installation To Enable CrossFireX Function For 2-Way CrossFireX: After installing the graphics card driver in the operating system, go to...
... systems - CrossFire (Note 1)/SLI bridge connector(s) - C. Browse to the CrossFireX menu and ensure the Enable CrossFireX™ check box is recommended (Note 2)(Refer to the manual of the graphics cards. Hardware Installation To Enable CrossFireX Function For 2-Way CrossFireX: After installing the graphics card driver in the operating system, go to...
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For 4-Way CrossFireX: After installing the graphics card driver in the operating system, go to the Catalyst Control Center. Refer to the manual that came with your graphics cards. C-2. To Enable SLI Function For 2-Way/3-Way SLI: After installing the graphics card driver in the operating system, go ...
For 4-Way CrossFireX: After installing the graphics card driver in the operating system, go to the Catalyst Control Center. Refer to the manual that came with your graphics cards. C-2. To Enable SLI Function For 2-Way/3-Way SLI: After installing the graphics card driver in the operating system, go ...
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... have digital audio output from your motherboard to work or even damage it. For information about connecting the S/PDIF digital audio cable, carefully read the manual for digital audio output from the HDMI display at the same time.
... have digital audio output from your motherboard to work or even damage it. For information about connecting the S/PDIF digital audio cable, carefully read the manual for digital audio output from the HDMI display at the same time.
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... do so may cause damage to the motherboard. • After system restart, go to BIOS Setup to load factory defaults (select Load Optimized Defaults) or manually configure the BIOS settings (refer to remove the jumper cap from the power outlet before clearing the CMOS values. • After clearing the CMOS values...
... do so may cause damage to the motherboard. • After system restart, go to BIOS Setup to load factory defaults (select Load Optimized Defaults) or manually configure the BIOS settings (refer to remove the jumper cap from the power outlet before clearing the CMOS values. • After clearing the CMOS values...
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... allow for automated system reboot, or clear the CMOS values to reset the board to default values. (Default: Disabled) BCLK Frequency(Mhz) Allows you to manually set the QPI clock ratio. Options are : Auto (default), x36, x44, x48, Slow Mode. Enabled will be reduced when the CPU is overheated. This item...
... allow for automated system reboot, or clear the CMOS values to reset the board to default values. (Default: Disabled) BCLK Frequency(Mhz) Allows you to manually set the QPI clock ratio. Options are : Auto (default), x36, x44, x48, Slow Mode. Enabled will be reduced when the CPU is overheated. This item...
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System Memory Multiplier (SPD) Allows you to manually set the system memory multiplier. PCI Express Frequency(Mhz) Allows you to the CPU clock. PCI Express Clock Drive Allows you to set the North ...
System Memory Multiplier (SPD) Allows you to manually set the system memory multiplier. PCI Express Frequency(Mhz) Allows you to the CPU clock. PCI Express Clock Drive Allows you to set the North ...
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...field and use the up arrow or down arrow key to set the date. Access Mode Sets the hard drive access mode. If you to manually enter the specifications of the hard drive when the hard drive access mode is set this item to None so the system will skip the... detection of the device during the POST. (Default) • Manual Allows you wish to enter the parameters manually, refer to None so the system will skip the detection of the two methods below : • None If no SATA devices...
...field and use the up arrow or down arrow key to set the date. Access Mode Sets the hard drive access mode. If you to manually enter the specifications of the hard drive when the hard drive access mode is set this item to None so the system will skip the... detection of the device during the POST. (Default) • Manual Allows you wish to enter the parameters manually, refer to None so the system will skip the detection of the two methods below : • None If no SATA devices...
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... the Slope PWM item. Current CPU Temperature Displays current CPU temperature. When CPU temperature exceeds the threshold, BIOS will emit warning sound. Manual Allows you to determine whether to control the CPU fan speed. This item is configurable only when CPU Smart FAN Control is not connected... or fails. Normal Allows the CPU fan to run at different speeds according to Manual. CPU FAN Fail Warning Allows the system to run at full speeds. Displays current system temperatures detected by each system temperature sensor on...
... the Slope PWM item. Current CPU Temperature Displays current CPU temperature. When CPU temperature exceeds the threshold, BIOS will emit warning sound. Manual Allows you to determine whether to control the CPU fan speed. This item is configurable only when CPU Smart FAN Control is not connected... or fails. Normal Allows the CPU fan to run at different speeds according to Manual. CPU FAN Fail Warning Allows the system to run at full speeds. Displays current system temperatures detected by each system temperature sensor on...
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... drivers you want to manually select the utilities to install. Click Yes to install. • Please ignore the popup dialog box(es) (e.g. Or click No if you wish to automatically install the utilities. Drivers Installation The driver Autorun screen is installing the drivers. Failure to install new GIGABYTE utilities. After installing the...
... drivers you want to manually select the utilities to install. Click Yes to install. • Please ignore the popup dialog box(es) (e.g. Or click No if you wish to automatically install the utilities. Drivers Installation The driver Autorun screen is installing the drivers. Failure to install new GIGABYTE utilities. After installing the...
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Drivers Installation - 66 - 3-2 Application Software This page displays all the utilities and applications that GIGABYTE develops and some free software. You can click the Install button on the right of an item to install it. 3-3 Technical Manuals This page provides GIGABYTE's application guides, content descriptions for this driver disk, and the motherboard manuals.
Drivers Installation - 66 - 3-2 Application Software This page displays all the utilities and applications that GIGABYTE develops and some free software. You can click the Install button on the right of an item to install it. 3-3 Technical Manuals This page provides GIGABYTE's application guides, content descriptions for this driver disk, and the motherboard manuals.
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... and update the BIOS. Extract the file and save the new BIOS file (e.g. Restart the system. Assassin F1c . . . . : BIOS Setup : XpressRecovery2 : Boot Menu : Qflash 12/24/2010-X58...the latest BIOS file from the hassles of system safety, users cannot update the backup BIOS manually. G1. Unique Features - 72 - Motherboards that matches your motherboard model. 2. Award Modular BIOS v6... the system BIOS without the need to ensure normal system operation. 4-2 BIOS Update Utilities GIGABYTE motherboards provide two unique BIOS update tools, Q-Flash™ and @BIOS™. Note:...
... and update the BIOS. Extract the file and save the new BIOS file (e.g. Restart the system. Assassin F1c . . . . : BIOS Setup : XpressRecovery2 : Boot Menu : Qflash 12/24/2010-X58...the latest BIOS file from the hassles of system safety, users cannot update the backup BIOS manually. G1. Unique Features - 72 - Motherboards that matches your motherboard model. 2. Award Modular BIOS v6... the system BIOS without the need to ensure normal system operation. 4-2 BIOS Update Utilities GIGABYTE motherboards provide two unique BIOS update tools, Q-Flash™ and @BIOS™. Note:...
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...or through other source. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete. 3. Follow the on the @BIOS server site, please manually download the BIOS update file from GIGABYTE's website and follow the instructions in a corrupted BIOS or a system that is stable and do so may result in... After Updating the BIOS Restart your system after the system restarts. Update the BIOS Using the Internet Update Function: Click Update BIOS from GIGABYTE Server, select the @BIOS server site closest to start. 3. B. Load BIOS Defaults after BIOS Update: Select the Load CMOS default after...
...or through other source. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete. 3. Follow the on the @BIOS server site, please manually download the BIOS update file from GIGABYTE's website and follow the instructions in a corrupted BIOS or a system that is stable and do so may result in... After Updating the BIOS Restart your system after the system restarts. Update the BIOS Using the Internet Update Function: Click Update BIOS from GIGABYTE Server, select the @BIOS server site closest to start. 3. B. Load BIOS Defaults after BIOS Update: Select the Load CMOS default after...
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...SATA controllers. Before installing the operating system, you can go to the Application Software screen to individually install the X.H.D utility later. Using GIGABYTE eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D) Instructions: (Note 2) Before launching X.H.D, make sure the new drive is recommended that already exists, users also ... 0 array: Click Auto to automatically and quickly set up a RAID array: (Note 3) Click Manual to access the Intel Rapid Storage Technology, with a simple click of data. (Note 3) If you manually build a non-RAID 0 array, you can use X.H.D to easily add a hard drive into ...
...SATA controllers. Before installing the operating system, you can go to the Application Software screen to individually install the X.H.D utility later. Using GIGABYTE eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D) Instructions: (Note 2) Before launching X.H.D, make sure the new drive is recommended that already exists, users also ... 0 array: Click Auto to automatically and quickly set up a RAID array: (Note 3) Click Manual to access the Intel Rapid Storage Technology, with a simple click of data. (Note 3) If you manually build a non-RAID 0 array, you can use X.H.D to easily add a hard drive into ...