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... used for the Intel SATA controllers in the notification area and double-click it to open the Intel Rapid Storage Technology utility. Step 2: Find the IRST icon in BIOS Setup 4. Step 3: On the main screen, click the Accelerate button and then click Enable acceleration. j k (Note 1) The SSD works as a cache of the motherboard driver disk to the SATA disk. The maximum cache memory size is recommended that you enable RAID mode. An Intel Core series processor...
... used for the Intel SATA controllers in the notification area and double-click it to open the Intel Rapid Storage Technology utility. Step 2: Find the IRST icon in BIOS Setup 4. Step 3: On the main screen, click the Accelerate button and then click Enable acceleration. j k (Note 1) The SSD works as a cache of the motherboard driver disk to the SATA disk. The maximum cache memory size is recommended that you enable RAID mode. An Intel Core series processor...
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... Optional Items...6 G1.Sniper 3 Motherboard Layout 7 G1.Sniper 3 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 up AMD CrossFireXTM/NVIDIA SLI Configuration 19 1-7 Installing the SATA Bracket 20 1-8 Back Panel Connectors 21 1-9 Onboard Buttons, Switches...
... Optional Items...6 G1.Sniper 3 Motherboard Layout 7 G1.Sniper 3 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 up AMD CrossFireXTM/NVIDIA SLI Configuration 19 1-7 Installing the SATA Bracket 20 1-8 Back Panel Connectors 21 1-9 Onboard Buttons, Switches...
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...™/NVIDIA SLI technology™ * The PCIEX16 slots operate at x16 (PCIEX16_1, PCIEX16_2) * For optimum performance, if only one PCI Express graphics card is to be installed, be less than 4 GB of 2560x1600 Creative CA0132 chip Support for Sound Blaster Recon3Di High Definition Audio 2/5.1-channel Support for the latest CPU support list.) L3 cache varies with PCIEX16_2. Hardware Installation - 10 - if you install them in the PCIEX16_1 slot; Dual channel memory architecture Support for DDR3...
...™/NVIDIA SLI technology™ * The PCIEX16 slots operate at x16 (PCIEX16_1, PCIEX16_2) * For optimum performance, if only one PCI Express graphics card is to be installed, be less than 4 GB of 2560x1600 Creative CA0132 chip Support for Sound Blaster Recon3Di High Definition Audio 2/5.1-channel Support for the latest CPU support list.) L3 cache varies with PCIEX16_2. Hardware Installation - 10 - if you install them in the PCIEX16_1 slot; Dual channel memory architecture Support for DDR3...
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.../SLI-supported motherboard with sufficient power is recommended (Note 2) (Refer to the Catalyst Control Center. A power supply with two/three/four PCI Express x16 slots and correct driver -- Connecting the Graphics Cards Step 1: Observe the steps in the operating system, go to the manual of graphics cards.) C-2. C. Browse to the NVIDIA Control Panel. Hardware Installation For 4-way CrossFireX™/SLI, you connect the SATA power cable from the power supply to the ATX4P connector to Performance\AMD CrossFireX™ Configuration...
.../SLI-supported motherboard with sufficient power is recommended (Note 2) (Refer to the Catalyst Control Center. A power supply with two/three/four PCI Express x16 slots and correct driver -- Connecting the Graphics Cards Step 1: Observe the steps in the operating system, go to the manual of graphics cards.) C-2. C. Browse to the NVIDIA Control Panel. Hardware Installation For 4-way CrossFireX™/SLI, you connect the SATA power cable from the power supply to the ATX4P connector to Performance\AMD CrossFireX™ Configuration...
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... imaging and audio, supporting bi-directional audio transmition. For example, in Windows 7, go to 192KHz/24bit 8-channel LPCM audio output. The HDMI port is compatible to the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. It also supports up to Start>Control Panel>Hardware and Sound>Sound>Playback and set the default sound playback device to connect a PS/2 mouse or keyboard. After installing the HDMI device, make sure the default device for USB devices such as the default playback device. Hardware Installation 1-8 Back Panel Connectors PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse Port Use this port to HDMI. (The item...
... imaging and audio, supporting bi-directional audio transmition. For example, in Windows 7, go to 192KHz/24bit 8-channel LPCM audio output. The HDMI port is compatible to the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. It also supports up to Start>Control Panel>Hardware and Sound>Sound>Playback and set the default sound playback device to connect a PS/2 mouse or keyboard. After installing the HDMI device, make sure the default device for USB devices such as the default playback device. Hardware Installation 1-8 Back Panel Connectors PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse Port Use this port to HDMI. (The item...
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... digital audio out to connect front speakers in connector. Use this audio jack for a 2-channel speaker. Use this feature, ensure that supports digital optical audio. Dual Display Configurations for the Onboard Graphics: This motherboard provides four video output ports: D-Sub, DVI-D, HDMI, and DisplayPort. Dual monitor confgurations are supported in jack. Hardware Installation - 22 - In Windows 7, select Start>Control Panel>Hardware and Sound>Sound>Playback, set Intel(R) Display Audio to 1 Gbps data rate. Connection/ Speed LED Activity LED LAN Port Connection/Speed LED...
... digital audio out to connect front speakers in connector. Use this audio jack for a 2-channel speaker. Use this feature, ensure that supports digital optical audio. Dual Display Configurations for the Onboard Graphics: This motherboard provides four video output ports: D-Sub, DVI-D, HDMI, and DisplayPort. Dual monitor confgurations are supported in jack. Hardware Installation - 22 - In Windows 7, select Start>Control Panel>Hardware and Sound>Sound>Playback, set Intel(R) Display Audio to 1 Gbps data rate. Connection/ Speed LED Activity LED LAN Port Connection/Speed LED...
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...LEDs BIOS Switch and BIOS LED Indicators The BIOS switch (SW4) allows users to easily select a different BIOS for BIOS configurations). dat1e2i3nformation and BIOS configurations) and reset the CMOS values to clear the CMOS values (e.g. Use this button to factory defaults when needed. FF__AAUUDDIIOO((HH)) Hardware Installation - 24 - 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 BIOS Setup to load factory defaults (select Load Optimized Defaults) or manually configure...
...LEDs BIOS Switch and BIOS LED Indicators The BIOS switch (SW4) allows users to easily select a different BIOS for BIOS configurations). dat1e2i3nformation and BIOS configurations) and reset the CMOS values to clear the CMOS values (e.g. Use this button to factory defaults when needed. FF__AAUUDDIIOO((HH)) Hardware Installation - 24 - 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 BIOS Setup to load factory defaults (select Load Optimized Defaults) or manually configure...
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... more graphics cards are not configuration jumper blocks. For 4-way CrossFireX™/SLI, you connect the SATA power cable from overheating. The speed control function requires the use of a fan with fan speed control design. Definition 1 GND 2 +12V /Speed Control 3 Sense 4 Speed Control 1 FAN2/FAN3 1 FAN1/FAN4 FAN1/FAN2/FAN3/FAN4: Pin No. Do not place a jumper cap on this motherboard are 4-pin and support fan speed control function. When connecting a fan cable, be installed inside the chassis. 1 CPU_FAN CPU_FAN: Pin No. Definition 1 NC BIOS...
... more graphics cards are not configuration jumper blocks. For 4-way CrossFireX™/SLI, you connect the SATA power cable from overheating. The speed control function requires the use of a fan with fan speed control design. Definition 1 GND 2 +12V /Speed Control 3 Sense 4 Speed Control 1 FAN2/FAN3 1 FAN1/FAN4 FAN1/FAN2/FAN3/FAN4: Pin No. Do not place a jumper cap on this motherboard are 4-pin and support fan speed control function. When connecting a fan cable, be installed inside the chassis. 1 CPU_FAN CPU_FAN: Pin No. Definition 1 NC BIOS...
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... jumper to this header. WdaMteSwiintcfho(rXm58aAti-oOnC)and BIOS configurations) and reset the CMOS values to work or even damage it. 13) F_AUDIO (Front Panel Audio Header) The front panel audio header supports Intel High Definition audio (HD). To clear the CMOS values, use a metal object like a screwdriver to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," for a few seconds. DIP 1 23 PCIe power connector (SATA)(X58A-OC) Open: Normal Short: Clear CMOS Values Voltage measurement points(G1.Sniper 3) BIOS Switcher (SW4) •• Always turn off your chassis...
... jumper to this header. WdaMteSwiintcfho(rXm58aAti-oOnC)and BIOS configurations) and reset the CMOS values to work or even damage it. 13) F_AUDIO (Front Panel Audio Header) The front panel audio header supports Intel High Definition audio (HD). To clear the CMOS values, use a metal object like a screwdriver to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," for a few seconds. DIP 1 23 PCIe power connector (SATA)(X58A-OC) Open: Normal Short: Clear CMOS Values Voltage measurement points(G1.Sniper 3) BIOS Switcher (SW4) •• Always turn off your chassis...
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..., try to clear the CMOS values and reset the board to default values. (Refer to Chapter 4, "BIOS Update Utilities." •• Because BIOS flashing is turned off, the battery on . 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 is a Windows-based utility that searches and downloads the latest version of BIOS, it is...
..., try to clear the CMOS values and reset the board to default values. (Refer to Chapter 4, "BIOS Update Utilities." •• Because BIOS flashing is turned off, the battery on . 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 is a Windows-based utility that searches and downloads the latest version of BIOS, it is...
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... be presented here. BIOS Setup The list only displays the device with "UEFI:" string. Options are connected. For example, you to determine which Option ROM to display the GIGABYTE Logo at least one device for a specific device type, such as the second priority (Boot Option #2). Disabled skips the GIGABYTE Logo when the system starts up. (Default: Enabled) && PCI ROM Priority Allows you can set hard drive as the first priority (Boot Option #1) and DVD ROM drive as hard drives, optical drives, floppy disk drives, and devices that supports GPT partitioning, select...
... be presented here. BIOS Setup The list only displays the device with "UEFI:" string. Options are connected. For example, you to determine which Option ROM to display the GIGABYTE Logo at least one device for a specific device type, such as the second priority (Boot Option #2). Disabled skips the GIGABYTE Logo when the system starts up. (Default: Enabled) && PCI ROM Priority Allows you can set hard drive as the first priority (Boot Option #1) and DVD ROM drive as hard drives, optical drives, floppy disk drives, and devices that supports GPT partitioning, select...
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... interface specification that allows the storage driver to enable advanced Serial ATA features such as High Speed devices regardless of USB 3.0 devices prior to EHCI. Then it adds the capability to route the ports to xHCI or EHCI according to setting used in previous boots (for the xHCI controller in OS. Smart Auto This mode is turned off. && SATA Controller(s) (Intel Z77 Chipset) Enables or disables the integrated SATA controllers. (Default: Enabled) && SATA Mode Selection (Intel Z77 Chipset) Enables or disables RAID for the SATA controllers...
... interface specification that allows the storage driver to enable advanced Serial ATA features such as High Speed devices regardless of USB 3.0 devices prior to EHCI. Then it adds the capability to route the ports to xHCI or EHCI according to setting used in previous boots (for the xHCI controller in OS. Smart Auto This mode is turned off. && SATA Controller(s) (Intel Z77 Chipset) Enables or disables the integrated SATA controllers. (Default: Enabled) && SATA Mode Selection (Intel Z77 Chipset) Enables or disables RAID for the SATA controllers...
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...: Auto) && Internal Graphics Memory Size Allows you to set this item to Disabled. && Init Display First Specifes the frst initiation of the monitor display from the installed PCI graphics card, PCI Express graphics card, or the onboard graphics. Auto Lets BIOS automatically configure this item to Enable when a TPM device is installed. `` Trusted Computing && TPM SUPPORT Enables or disables Trusted Platform Module (TPM). && Audio Controller Enables or disables the onboard audio function. (Default: Enabled) If you wish to install a 3rd party add-in audio card instead of using the...
...: Auto) && Internal Graphics Memory Size Allows you to set this item to Disabled. && Init Display First Specifes the frst initiation of the monitor display from the installed PCI graphics card, PCI Express graphics card, or the onboard graphics. Auto Lets BIOS automatically configure this item to Enable when a TPM device is installed. `` Trusted Computing && TPM SUPPORT Enables or disables Trusted Platform Module (TPM). && Audio Controller Enables or disables the onboard audio function. (Default: Enabled) If you wish to install a 3rd party add-in audio card instead of using the...
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...wish to install a 3rd party add-in network card instead of using the onboard LAN, set this item to Disabled. `` Intel(R) Smart Connect Technology && ISCT Configuration Enables or disables Intel Smart Connect Technology. (Default: Disabled) `` Marvell ATA Controller Configuration && GSATA Controller (Marvell 88SE9172 Chip, GSATA3 6 and GSATA3 7 connectors) Enables or disables RAID for the SATA controllers integrated in the Marvell 88SE9172 chip or configures the SATA controllers to AHCI mode. The area below displays the current status of the two SATA ports. IDE Mode Disables RAID for the...
...wish to install a 3rd party add-in network card instead of using the onboard LAN, set this item to Disabled. `` Intel(R) Smart Connect Technology && ISCT Configuration Enables or disables Intel Smart Connect Technology. (Default: Disabled) `` Marvell ATA Controller Configuration && GSATA Controller (Marvell 88SE9172 Chip, GSATA3 6 and GSATA3 7 connectors) Enables or disables RAID for the SATA controllers integrated in the Marvell 88SE9172 chip or configures the SATA controllers to AHCI mode. The area below displays the current status of the two SATA ports. IDE Mode Disables RAID for the...
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... not remove the USB flash drive or hard drive when the system is saved to a hard drive in RAID/AHCI mode or a hard drive attached to an independent SATA controller, use the keyboard or mouse to select an item to reboot the system. Select Flash Disk. Step 1: 1. Q-Flash Utility v1.03 Model Name : G1.Sniper 3 BIOS Version : D13 BIOS Date : 02/23/2012 Flash Type/Size : MXIC 25L6465E/6406E 8MB Update BIOS From Drive Flash Disk SSaveleecBtIDOeSvtioceDrive Return to begin the BIOS update. B. The monitor will display the update process...
... not remove the USB flash drive or hard drive when the system is saved to a hard drive in RAID/AHCI mode or a hard drive attached to an independent SATA controller, use the keyboard or mouse to select an item to reboot the system. Select Flash Disk. Step 1: 1. Q-Flash Utility v1.03 Model Name : G1.Sniper 3 BIOS Version : D13 BIOS Date : 02/23/2012 Flash Type/Size : MXIC 25L6465E/6406E 8MB Update BIOS From Drive Flash Disk SSaveleecBtIDOeSvtioceDrive Return to begin the BIOS update. B. The monitor will display the update process...
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... motherboard driver disk. Setting Up a RAID-Ready System Step 1: Configure the system BIOS Enter the system BIOS Setup program to enable RAID for RAID 0. To manually set up a RAID-ready system and configure it for the Intel SATA controllers. Step 2: Install the RAID driver and operating system The X.H.D utility supports Windows 7. Without the driver, the hard drive may not be able to automatically set up a RAID 0 array later using the Auto function. To automatically set up a RAID 0 array: Click Auto to automatically and quickly set up a RAID...
... motherboard driver disk. Setting Up a RAID-Ready System Step 1: Configure the system BIOS Enter the system BIOS Setup program to enable RAID for RAID 0. To manually set up a RAID-ready system and configure it for the Intel SATA controllers. Step 2: Install the RAID driver and operating system The X.H.D utility supports Windows 7. Without the driver, the hard drive may not be able to automatically set up a RAID 0 array later using the Auto function. To automatically set up a RAID 0 array: Click Auto to automatically and quickly set up a RAID...
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... Intel Rapid Storage Technology utility. Step 3: On the main screen, click the Accelerate button and then click Enable acceleration. RAID enabled for storing your computer when completed. B. Step 2: Find the IRST icon in BIOS Setup 4. The maximum cache memory size is 11.0 or above. An Intel Core series processor 3. j k (Note 1) The SSD works as a cache of the motherboard driver disk to the SATA disk. 4-9 Intel Smart Response A. Make sure the Intel Rapid Storage Technology driver version is...
... Intel Rapid Storage Technology utility. Step 3: On the main screen, click the Accelerate button and then click Enable acceleration. RAID enabled for storing your computer when completed. B. Step 2: Find the IRST icon in BIOS Setup 4. The maximum cache memory size is 11.0 or above. An Intel Core series processor 3. j k (Note 1) The SSD works as a cache of the motherboard driver disk to the SATA disk. 4-9 Intel Smart Response A. Make sure the Intel Rapid Storage Technology driver version is...
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...-bit: \BootDrv\Marvell\AHCI\Floppy64 Step 3: When a screen as shown in Figure 1 appears, select Marvell 91xx SATA 6G RAID Controller and click Next to load the driver and continue the OS installation Figure 1 - 99 - A. Step 2: Insert the motherboard driver disk and then browse to the location of the drivers are ready to ensure system performance and compatibility. For the Marvell 88SE9172: Step 1: Boot from the motherboard driver disk using "Xpress Install...
...-bit: \BootDrv\Marvell\AHCI\Floppy64 Step 3: When a screen as shown in Figure 1 appears, select Marvell 91xx SATA 6G RAID Controller and click Next to load the driver and continue the OS installation Figure 1 - 99 - A. Step 2: Insert the motherboard driver disk and then browse to the location of the drivers are ready to ensure system performance and compatibility. For the Marvell 88SE9172: Step 1: Boot from the motherboard driver disk using "Xpress Install...
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After installing the LAN driver, you can set the priority for each application as well. Overview This page allows you to access the Internet. On the Applications configuration screen (Note 2), you can access the Qualcomm Atheros Killer Network Manager in the notification area (Note 1). To change the priority, click an application or game and use the bandwidth to view your system information...
After installing the LAN driver, you can set the priority for each application as well. Overview This page allows you to access the Internet. On the Applications configuration screen (Note 2), you can access the Qualcomm Atheros Killer Network Manager in the notification area (Note 1). To change the priority, click an application or game and use the bandwidth to view your system information...
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... Turn off the computer and connect the hard drive(s). No The hard drive, connector, or cable might fail. The problem is verified and solved. Yes Reinstall the operating system. No The graphics card, expansion slot, or monitor might fail. Yes Check if there is display on , is the CPU cooler running? No The power supply, CPU or CPU socket might fail. The problem is verified and solved. No The keyboard or keyboard connector might...
... Turn off the computer and connect the hard drive(s). No The hard drive, connector, or cable might fail. The problem is verified and solved. Yes Reinstall the operating system. No The graphics card, expansion slot, or monitor might fail. Yes Check if there is display on , is the CPU cooler running? No The power supply, CPU or CPU socket might fail. The problem is verified and solved. No The keyboard or keyboard connector might...
