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Table of Contents Box Contents...6 Optional Items...6 GA-770T-USB3 Motherboard Layout 7 GA-770T-USB3 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 Back Panel...
Table of Contents Box Contents...6 Optional Items...6 GA-770T-USB3 Motherboard Layout 7 GA-770T-USB3 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 Back Panel...
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GA-770T-USB3 Motherboard Block Diagram PCIe CLK (100 MHz) 1 PCI Express x16 PCI Express x16 LAN RJ45 RTL8111D x1 PCI Express Bus CPU CLK+/- (200 MHz) AM3 CPU DDR3 1800(O.C.)/1666/1333/1066 MHz Dual Channel Memory Hyper Transport 3.0 AMD 770 PCI Express Bus x1 NEC D720200F1 PCIe CLK (100 MHz) PCIe CLK (...
GA-770T-USB3 Motherboard Block Diagram PCIe CLK (100 MHz) 1 PCI Express x16 PCI Express x16 LAN RJ45 RTL8111D x1 PCI Express Bus CPU CLK+/- (200 MHz) AM3 CPU DDR3 1800(O.C.)/1666/1333/1066 MHz Dual Channel Memory Hyper Transport 3.0 AMD 770 PCI Express Bus x1 NEC D720200F1 PCIe CLK (100 MHz) PCIe CLK (...
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..., make sure the power supply has been turned off. • Before turning on the computer power during the installation process can become damaged as a motherboard, CPU or memory.
..., make sure the power supply has been turned off. • Before turning on the computer power during the installation process can become damaged as a motherboard, CPU or memory.
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... the internal USB headers) NEC D720200F1 chip - 1-2 Product Specifications CPU Support for AM3 processors: AMD Phenom™ II processor/ AMD Athlon™ II processor (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) Hyper Transport Bus 5200 MT/s Chipset ...of system memory (Note 1) Dual channel memory architecture Support for DDR3 1800 (O.C.)/1666/1333/1066 MHz memory modules (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest memory support list.) Support for ECC memory modules (Note 2) Realtek ALC888 codec High Definition Audio ...
... the internal USB headers) NEC D720200F1 chip - 1-2 Product Specifications CPU Support for AM3 processors: AMD Phenom™ II processor/ AMD Athlon™ II processor (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) Hyper Transport Bus 5200 MT/s Chipset ...of system memory (Note 1) Dual channel memory architecture Support for DDR3 1800 (O.C.)/1666/1333/1066 MHz memory modules (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest memory support list.) Support for ECC memory modules (Note 2) Realtek ALC888 codec High Definition Audio ...
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... IEEE 1394a header) Internal w 1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector Connectors w 1 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector w 1 x floppy disk drive connector w 1 x IDE connector w 6 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors w 1 x CPU fan header w 2 x system fan headers w 1 x power fan header w 1 x front panel header w 1 x front panel audio header w 1 x CD In connector w 1 x S/PDIF In header w 1 x S/PDIF Out header w 2 x USB...
... IEEE 1394a header) Internal w 1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector Connectors w 1 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector w 1 x floppy disk drive connector w 1 x IDE connector w 6 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors w 1 x CPU fan header w 2 x system fan headers w 1 x power fan header w 1 x front panel header w 1 x front panel audio header w 1 x CD In connector w 1 x S/PDIF In header w 1 x S/PDIF Out header w 2 x USB...
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...limitation, when more than 4 GB of physical memory is installed, the actual memory size displayed will be less than 4 GB. (Note 2) Use of a CPU that supports ECC is required if you wish to install ECC memory. (Note 3) Two share the same ports with USB 3.0. (Note 4) Whether the... CPU/system fan speed control function is supported will depend on the CPU/system cooler you install. (Note 5) Available functions in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model. Hardware Installation - 12 -
...limitation, when more than 4 GB of physical memory is installed, the actual memory size displayed will be less than 4 GB. (Note 2) Use of a CPU that supports ECC is required if you wish to install ECC memory. (Note 3) Two share the same ports with USB 3.0. (Note 4) Whether the... CPU/system fan speed control function is supported will depend on the CPU/system cooler you install. (Note 5) Available functions in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model. Hardware Installation - 12 -
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... even and thin layer of thermal grease on the computer if the CPU cooler is not recommended that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. 1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler Read the following guidelines before installing the CPU to prevent hardware damage. • Locate the pin one (denoted by a small...
... even and thin layer of thermal grease on the computer if the CPU cooler is not recommended that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. 1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler Read the following guidelines before installing the CPU to prevent hardware damage. • Locate the pin one (denoted by a small...
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... if oriented incorrectly. Make sure that the CPU pins fit perfectly into the CPU socket. CPU Socket Locking Lever Step 1: Completely lift up the CPU socket locking lever. Hardware Installation - 14 - Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU into the motherboard CPU socket. • Before installing the CPU, make sure to turn off the computer...
... if oriented incorrectly. Make sure that the CPU pins fit perfectly into the CPU socket. CPU Socket Locking Lever Step 1: Completely lift up the CPU socket locking lever. Hardware Installation - 14 - Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU into the motherboard CPU socket. • Before installing the CPU, make sure to turn off the computer...
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... other side,push straight down on the the CPU cooler clip to hook it to the mounting lug on the CPU. 1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU cooler on the CPU. (The following procedure uses the GIGABYTE cooler as the picture above shows) to lock... into place. (Refer to your CPU cooler installation manual for instructions on ...
... other side,push straight down on the the CPU cooler clip to hook it to the mounting lug on the CPU. 1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU cooler on the CPU. (The following procedure uses the GIGABYTE cooler as the picture above shows) to lock... into place. (Refer to your CPU cooler installation manual for instructions on ...
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... Dual Channel memory mode will automatically detect the specifications and capacity of the memory. 1-4 Installing the Memory Read the following guidelines before you begin to CPU limitations, read the following : Channel 0: DDR3_1, DDR3_3 Channel 1: DDR3_2, DDR3_4 Dual Channel Memory Configurations Table DDR3_1 DDR3_2 DDR3_3 DDR3_4 Two Modules DS/SS DS/SS..., it is recommended that you are unable to prevent hardware damage. • Memory modules have a foolproof design. Dual Channel mode cannot be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance.
... Dual Channel memory mode will automatically detect the specifications and capacity of the memory. 1-4 Installing the Memory Read the following guidelines before you begin to CPU limitations, read the following : Channel 0: DDR3_1, DDR3_3 Channel 1: DDR3_2, DDR3_4 Dual Channel Memory Configurations Table DDR3_1 DDR3_2 DDR3_3 DDR3_4 Two Modules DS/SS DS/SS..., it is recommended that you are unable to prevent hardware damage. • Memory modules have a foolproof design. Dual Channel mode cannot be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance.
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... supply that can withstand high power consumption be used that does not provide the required power, the result can supply enough stable power to the CPU.
... supply that can withstand high power consumption be used that does not provide the required power, the result can supply enough stable power to the CPU.
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... is recommended that a system fan be sure to connect it is the ground wire). Hardware Installation For optimum heat dissipation, it in damage to the CPU or the system may hang. • These fan headers are : 360 KB, 720 KB, 1.2 MB, 1.44 MB, and 2.88 MB. Definition 1 GND 1 SYS_FAN1 2 +12V / ... When connecting a fan cable, be sure to locate pin 1 of different color. CPU_FAN: Pin No. The pin 1 of the cable is used to prevent your CPU and system from overheating. For purchasing the optional floppy disk drive cable, please contact the local dealer. 33 1 34 2 - 23 -
... is recommended that a system fan be sure to connect it is the ground wire). Hardware Installation For optimum heat dissipation, it in damage to the CPU or the system may hang. • These fan headers are : 360 KB, 720 KB, 1.2 MB, 1.44 MB, and 2.88 MB. Definition 1 GND 1 SYS_FAN1 2 +12V / ... When connecting a fan cable, be sure to locate pin 1 of different color. CPU_FAN: Pin No. The pin 1 of the cable is used to prevent your CPU and system from overheating. For purchasing the optional floppy disk drive cable, please contact the local dealer. 33 1 34 2 - 23 -
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... Optimized Defaults Set Supervisor Password Set User Password Save & Exit Setup Exit Without Saving ESC: Quit F8: Q-Flash Select Item F10: Save & Exit Setup Change CPU's Clock & Voltage F11: Save CMOS to BIOS F12: Load CMOS from BIOS Main Menu Help The on-screen description of a highlighted setup option is not...
... Optimized Defaults Set Supervisor Password Set User Password Save & Exit Setup Exit Without Saving ESC: Quit F8: Q-Flash Select Item F10: Save & Exit Setup Change CPU's Clock & Voltage F11: Save CMOS to BIOS F12: Load CMOS from BIOS Main Menu Help The on-screen description of a highlighted setup option is not...
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... stop the system boot, etc. Advanced BIOS Features Use this menu to configure the device boot order, advanced features available on the CPU, and the primary display adapter. Integrated Peripherals Use this menu to configure all peripheral devices, such as IDE, SATA, USB, integrated... The Functions of reconfiguring the BIOS settings. It allows you to view the BIOS settings but not to see information about autodetected system/CPU temperature, system voltage and fan speed, etc. Load Fail-Safe Defaults Fail-Safe defaults are factory settings for the most stable,...
... stop the system boot, etc. Advanced BIOS Features Use this menu to configure the device boot order, advanced features available on the CPU, and the primary display adapter. Integrated Peripherals Use this menu to configure all peripheral devices, such as IDE, SATA, USB, integrated... The Functions of reconfiguring the BIOS settings. It allows you to view the BIOS settings but not to see information about autodetected system/CPU temperature, system voltage and fan speed, etc. Load Fail-Safe Defaults Fail-Safe defaults are factory settings for the most stable,...
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...Voltage Control x DRAM Voltage Control x DDR VTT Voltage Control x NB Voltage Control x SB/HT Voltage Control x NB PCIE Voltage Control x CPU NB VID Control x CPU Voltage Control [Press Enter] [Auto] 2800Mhz [Auto] 2000Mhz [Auto] 200 [Auto] [Auto] [Auto] x6.66 1333Mhz [Press Enter]...F7: Optimized Defaults CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2009 Award Software MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I .T.) } Advanced Clock Calibration CPU Clock Ratio CPU NorthBridge Freq. This page is for advanced users only and we recommend you not to alter the default settings to ...
...Voltage Control x DRAM Voltage Control x DDR VTT Voltage Control x NB Voltage Control x SB/HT Voltage Control x NB PCIE Voltage Control x CPU NB VID Control x CPU Voltage Control [Press Enter] [Auto] 2800Mhz [Auto] 2000Mhz [Auto] 200 [Auto] [Auto] [Auto] x6.66 1333Mhz [Press Enter]...F7: Optimized Defaults CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2009 Award Software MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I .T.) } Advanced Clock Calibration CPU Clock Ratio CPU NorthBridge Freq. This page is for advanced users only and we recommend you not to alter the default settings to ...
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...AMD EC firmware version. Wait for the settings to enable Advanced Clock Calibration when using an AMD Black Edition CPU. Advanced Clock Calibration Allows you to determine whether to take effect. Value (All Cores) This option is ...Firmware Selection Advanced Clock Calibration x Value (All Cores) x Value (Core 0) x Value (Core 1) x Value (Core 2) x Value (Core 3) CPU core Control x CPU core 2 (Note) x CPU core 3 (Note) [Normal] [Disabled] -2% -2% -2% -2% -2% [Auto] Enabled Enabled Item Help Menu Level Move Enter: Select F5...
...AMD EC firmware version. Wait for the settings to enable Advanced Clock Calibration when using an AMD Black Edition CPU. Advanced Clock Calibration Allows you to determine whether to take effect. Value (All Cores) This option is ...Firmware Selection Advanced Clock Calibration x Value (All Cores) x Value (Core 0) x Value (Core 1) x Value (Core 2) x Value (Core 3) CPU core Control x CPU core 2 (Note) x CPU core 3 (Note) [Normal] [Disabled] -2% -2% -2% -2% -2% [Auto] Enabled Enabled Item Help Menu Level Move Enter: Select F5...
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...Sets HT Link Frequency to X4.00. Auto lets BIOS automatically set the memory clock. CPU core 2 (Note) Enables or disables CPU Core 2. (Default: Enabled) CPU core 3 (Note) Enables or disables CPU Core 3. (Default: Enabled) CPU Clock Ratio Allows you to alter the clock ratio for automated system reboot, or clear ...the CMOS values to reset the board to default values. The adjustable range is set the CPU host frequency. Manual allows the CPU Frequency (MHz) item below to Manual. X4.00 Sets Memory Clock to 200 MHz~2 GHz. The adjustable range is ...
...Sets HT Link Frequency to X4.00. Auto lets BIOS automatically set the memory clock. CPU core 2 (Note) Enables or disables CPU Core 2. (Default: Enabled) CPU core 3 (Note) Enables or disables CPU Core 3. (Default: Enabled) CPU Clock Ratio Allows you to alter the clock ratio for automated system reboot, or clear ...the CMOS values to reset the board to default values. The adjustable range is set the CPU host frequency. Manual allows the CPU Frequency (MHz) item below to Manual. X4.00 Sets Memory Clock to 200 MHz~2 GHz. The adjustable range is ...
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... on the CPU being installed. (Default: Normal) Note: Increasing CPU voltage may result in damage to set the CPU Northbridge VID voltage. CPU NB VID Control Allows you to your CPU or reduce the useful life of the CPU. Normal CPU Vcore Displays the normal operating voltage of your CPU or reduce... the useful life of the CPU. BIOS Setup - 40 - The ...
... on the CPU being installed. (Default: Normal) Note: Increasing CPU voltage may result in damage to set the CPU Northbridge VID voltage. CPU NB VID Control Allows you to your CPU or reduce the useful life of the CPU. Normal CPU Vcore Displays the normal operating voltage of your CPU or reduce... the useful life of the CPU. BIOS Setup - 40 - The ...
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...key to select a hard drive, then press the plus key (or ) or the minus key (or ) to accept. When enabled, the CPU core frequency and voltage will be reduced during system halt state to decrease power consumption. (Default: Disabled) Virtualization Virtualization allows a platform to HDD ...Save F6: Fail-Safe Defaults ESC: Exit F1: General Help F7: Optimized Defaults AMD C1E Support (Note) Enables or disables the C1E CPU power-saving function in independent partitions. First/Second/Third Boot Device Specifies the boot order from the available devices. BIOS Setup Capability Away ...
...key to select a hard drive, then press the plus key (or ) or the minus key (or ) to accept. When enabled, the CPU core frequency and voltage will be reduced during system halt state to decrease power consumption. (Default: Disabled) Virtualization Virtualization allows a platform to HDD ...Save F6: Fail-Safe Defaults ESC: Exit F1: General Help F7: Optimized Defaults AMD C1E Support (Note) Enables or disables the C1E CPU power-saving function in independent partitions. First/Second/Third Boot Device Specifies the boot order from the available devices. BIOS Setup Capability Away ...
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...F6: Fail-Safe Defaults ESC: Exit F1: General Help F7: Optimized Defaults CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2009 Award Software PC Health Status CPU Smart FAN Mode System Smart FAN Control [Auto] [Enabled] Item Help Menu Level Move Enter: Select F5: Previous Values +/-/PU/PD...Setup - 50 - Enabled clears the record of previous chassis intrusion status and the Case Opened field will show "No". When enabled, the CPU core voltage and ratio will show "No" at next boot. (Default: Disabled) Case Opened Displays the detection status of previous chassis intrusion ...
...F6: Fail-Safe Defaults ESC: Exit F1: General Help F7: Optimized Defaults CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2009 Award Software PC Health Status CPU Smart FAN Mode System Smart FAN Control [Auto] [Enabled] Item Help Menu Level Move Enter: Select F5: Previous Values +/-/PU/PD...Setup - 50 - Enabled clears the record of previous chassis intrusion status and the Case Opened field will show "No". When enabled, the CPU core voltage and ratio will show "No" at next boot. (Default: Disabled) Case Opened Displays the detection status of previous chassis intrusion ...