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... upgrade scenarios.) Step 4: When completed, click Shrink. (Figure 2) Figure 1 Figure 2 C. Refer to results from "list disk" for MBR format and GPT format are different. All motherboard drivers correctly installed B. At the diskpart prompt, type the following commands in sequence. Intel Rapid Start Technology A. Open Disk Management Tool Step 1: Go to Set...
... upgrade scenarios.) Step 4: When completed, click Shrink. (Figure 2) Figure 1 Figure 2 C. Refer to results from "list disk" for MBR format and GPT format are different. All motherboard drivers correctly installed B. At the diskpart prompt, type the following commands in sequence. Intel Rapid Start Technology A. Open Disk Management Tool Step 1: Go to Set...
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... volume. Restart your store partition. Installing and Configuring the Intel Rapid Start Application 1. Enabling the Intel Rapid Start Technology in the operating system, insert the motherboard driver disk, go to Application Software\Install Application Software, and select Intel Rapid Start Technology to enter the BIOS Setup program. Go to the Peripherals...
... volume. Restart your store partition. Installing and Configuring the Intel Rapid Start Application 1. Enabling the Intel Rapid Start Technology in the operating system, insert the motherboard driver disk, go to Application Software\Install Application Software, and select Intel Rapid Start Technology to enter the BIOS Setup program. Go to the Peripherals...
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... updating process, the monitor will be output from the speaker. Normal network connection B. Configuring Intel Smart Connect Technology Step 1: After installing the operating system and motherboard drivers, install the Intel Smart Connect Technology application.
... updating process, the monitor will be output from the speaker. Normal network connection B. Configuring Intel Smart Connect Technology Step 1: After installing the operating system and motherboard drivers, install the Intel Smart Connect Technology application.
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... Install" function of the hard disk. Step 2: Find the IRST icon in BIOS Setup 4. j k (Note 1) The SSD works as a cache of the motherboard driver disk to install all original data on the hard disk will be installed to open the Intel Rapid Storage Technology utility. An Intel Chipset...-based motherboard 2. Windows 7 with SP1 (Note 2) 6. The maximum cache memory size is 11.0 or above. A conventional SATA disk and an SSD (Note 1) 5. If ...
... Install" function of the hard disk. Step 2: Find the IRST icon in BIOS Setup 4. j k (Note 1) The SSD works as a cache of the motherboard driver disk to install all original data on the hard disk will be installed to open the Intel Rapid Storage Technology utility. An Intel Chipset...-based motherboard 2. Windows 7 with SP1 (Note 2) 6. The maximum cache memory size is 11.0 or above. A conventional SATA disk and an SSD (Note 1) 5. If ...
Manual
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... 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. Disclaimer Information in this product, GIGABYTE provides the following types of documentations: For quick set-up...
... 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. Disclaimer Information in this product, GIGABYTE provides the following types of documentations: For quick set-up...
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Table of Contents Box Contents...6 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 ...
Table of Contents Box Contents...6 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 ...
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G1.Sniper 3 motherboard ;; Quick Installation Guide ;; One 2-Way SLI bridge connector ;; One GC-WB300D (including two antennas, one USB 2.0 cable, driver disk, and user's manual) The box contents ... are for reference only and the actual items shall depend on the product package you obtain. One 3-Way SLI bridge connector ;; User's Manual ;; Box Contents ;; Motherboard driver disk ;; One 4-Way SLI bridge connector ;; One 2-Way CrossFireX bridge connector ;;
G1.Sniper 3 motherboard ;; Quick Installation Guide ;; One 2-Way SLI bridge connector ;; One GC-WB300D (including two antennas, one USB 2.0 cable, driver disk, and user's manual) The box contents ... are for reference only and the actual items shall depend on the product package you obtain. One 3-Way SLI bridge connector ;; User's Manual ;; Box Contents ;; Motherboard driver disk ;; One 4-Way SLI bridge connector ;; One 2-Way CrossFireX bridge connector ;;
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G1.Sniper 3 Motherboard Layout SYS_FAN3 KB_USB3 ATX_12V_2X4 DVI VGA VIA VL810 DP_HDMI USB30_LAN2 USB30_LAN1 LGA1155 CPU_FAN SYS_FAN2 Debug LED (Note) PW_SW CMOS_SW RST_SW VCORE CPUVTT VSA CPUPLL DDRVTT VDIMM PCHIO ATX F_USB30_2 AUDIO PEX8747 PCIEX16_1 Intel® GbE LAN Qualcomm Atheros Killer E2201 LAN PCIEX_1 PCIEX8_1 G1.Sniper 3 CREATIVE B_BIOS CA0132 Chip PCIEX1_2 BBIOS_LED M_BIOS BAT...
G1.Sniper 3 Motherboard Layout SYS_FAN3 KB_USB3 ATX_12V_2X4 DVI VGA VIA VL810 DP_HDMI USB30_LAN2 USB30_LAN1 LGA1155 CPU_FAN SYS_FAN2 Debug LED (Note) PW_SW CMOS_SW RST_SW VCORE CPUVTT VSA CPUPLL DDRVTT VDIMM PCHIO ATX F_USB30_2 AUDIO PEX8747 PCIEX16_1 Intel® GbE LAN Qualcomm Atheros Killer E2201 LAN PCIEX_1 PCIEX8_1 G1.Sniper 3 CREATIVE B_BIOS CA0132 Chip PCIEX1_2 BBIOS_LED M_BIOS BAT...
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G1.Sniper 3 Motherboard Block Diagram 2 PCI Express x8 2 PCI Express x8 LGA1155 CPU CPU CLK+/- (100 MHz) DDR3 1600/1333/1066 MHz Dual Channel Memory 1 PCI Express x16 1 ...
G1.Sniper 3 Motherboard Block Diagram 2 PCI Express x8 2 PCI Express x8 LGA1155 CPU CPU CLK+/- (100 MHz) DDR3 1600/1333/1066 MHz Dual Channel Memory 1 PCI Express x16 1 ...
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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...turning on the power, make sure the chassis is best to wear an electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap when handling electronic components such as a motherboard, CPU or memory. Hardware Installation Prior to installation, carefully read the user's manual and follow these procedures: •• Prior to installation,...
... 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...turning on the power, make sure the chassis is best to wear an electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap when handling electronic components such as a motherboard, CPU or memory. Hardware Installation Prior to installation, carefully read the user's manual and follow these procedures: •• Prior to installation,...
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... the product specifications and product-related information without prior notice. Hardware Installation - 12 - Support for EasyTune * Available functions in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model. Back Panel Connectors I/O Controller Hardware Monitor ... Xpress Install Support for Xpress Recovery2 Support for Microsoft® Windows 7 E-ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 26.4cm * GIGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to the integrated graphics port(s) on the back panel.
... the product specifications and product-related information without prior notice. Hardware Installation - 12 - Support for EasyTune * Available functions in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model. Back Panel Connectors I/O Controller Hardware Monitor ... Xpress Install Support for Xpress Recovery2 Support for Microsoft® Windows 7 E-ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 26.4cm * GIGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to the integrated graphics port(s) on the back panel.
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Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the CPU - 13 - 1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler Read the following guidelines before installing the CPU to prevent ... the standard requirements for the latest CPU support list.) •• Always turn on the computer if the CPU cooler is not recommended that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals.
Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the CPU - 13 - 1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler Read the following guidelines before installing the CPU to prevent ... the standard requirements for the latest CPU support list.) •• Always turn on the computer if the CPU cooler is not recommended that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals.
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... replace the protective socket cover when the CPU is under the shoulder screw. Hold your finger. B. Step 5: Push the CPU socket lever back into the motherboard CPU socket. NOTE: Hold the CPU socket lever by the handle, not the lever base portion.
... replace the protective socket cover when the CPU is under the shoulder screw. Hold your finger. B. Step 5: Push the CPU socket lever back into the motherboard CPU socket. NOTE: Hold the CPU socket lever by the handle, not the lever base portion.
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... the CPU. - 15 - Push down each push pin. 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 the CPU. Check that the Male and Female... Pin Male Push Pin The Top of Female Push Pin Female Push Pin Step 1: Apply an even and thin layer of thermal grease on the motherboard. Inadequately removing the CPU cooler may adhere to install.) Step 3: Place the cooler atop the CPU, aligning the four push pins through the pin...
... the CPU. - 15 - Push down each push pin. 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 the CPU. Check that the Male and Female... Pin Male Push Pin The Top of Female Push Pin Female Push Pin Step 1: Apply an even and thin layer of thermal grease on the motherboard. Inadequately removing the CPU cooler may adhere to install.) Step 3: Place the cooler atop the CPU, aligning the four push pins through the pin...
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..., 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. DS/SS Four Modules DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS DDR3_1 DS/SS - A memory module... two or four memory modules, it is recommended that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips 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...
..., 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. DS/SS Four Modules DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS DDR3_1 DS/SS - A memory module... two or four memory modules, it is recommended that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips 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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..., 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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... top edge of the PCI Express slot to prevent hardware damage. Secure the card's metal bracket to install an expansion card: • Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Align the card with the expansion card in the slot and does not rock. • Removing the Card: Press the latch...
... top edge of the PCI Express slot to prevent hardware damage. Secure the card's metal bracket to install an expansion card: • Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Align the card with the expansion card in the slot and does not rock. • Removing the Card: Press the latch...
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... and driver screen for enabling CrossFireX/SLI technology may be needed or not depending on your graphics cards for the power requirement) B. A CrossFireX/SLI-supported motherboard with sufficient power is selected. Connecting the Graphics Cards Step 1: Observe the steps in the CrossFireX/SLI gold edge connectors on the PCIEX16_1 slot. Browse...
... and driver screen for enabling CrossFireX/SLI technology may be needed or not depending on your graphics cards for the power requirement) B. A CrossFireX/SLI-supported motherboard with sufficient power is selected. Connecting the Graphics Cards Step 1: Observe the steps in the CrossFireX/SLI gold edge connectors on the PCIEX16_1 slot. Browse...
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... external SATA connector on the bracket. Before connecting the SATA signal cable, make sure to turn off your system and the power switch on your motherboard. Hardware Installation - 20 - Step 2: Connect the SATA cable from the bracket SATA signal cable to the power supply. into the corresponding connectors when installing. Then...
... external SATA connector on the bracket. Before connecting the SATA signal cable, make sure to turn off your system and the power switch on your motherboard. Hardware Installation - 20 - Step 2: Connect the SATA cable from the bracket SATA signal cable to the power supply. into the corresponding connectors when installing. Then...