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Table of Contents GA-78LMT-USB3/GA-78LMT-S2P Motherboard Layout 5 GA-78LMT-USB3/GA-78LMT-S2P Motherboard Block Diagram 6 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 7 1-1 Installation Precautions 7 1-2 Product Specifications 8 1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler 10 1-4 Installing the Memory 11 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card 11 1-6 Back Panel Connectors 12 1-7 Internal Connectors 13 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 20 2-1 Startup Screen 20 2-2 ...
Table of Contents GA-78LMT-USB3/GA-78LMT-S2P Motherboard Layout 5 GA-78LMT-USB3/GA-78LMT-S2P Motherboard Block Diagram 6 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 7 1-1 Installation Precautions 7 1-2 Product Specifications 8 1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler 10 1-4 Installing the Memory 11 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card 11 1-6 Back Panel Connectors 12 1-7 Internal Connectors 13 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 20 2-1 Startup Screen 20 2-2 ...
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GA-78LMT-USB3/GA-78LMT-S2P Motherboard Block Diagram 1 PCI Express x16 CPU CLK+/- (200 MHz) AM3+/AM3 CPU DDR3 1333+ (O.C.)/1066/800 MHz PCIe CLK (100 MHz) LAN 2 USB 3.0/2.0 j RJ45 Realtek Etron RTL8111E EJ168 j x16 x1 x1 Dual Channel Memory Hyper Transport 3.0 GFX ... PS/2 KB/Mouse 1 PCI PCI CLK (33 MHz) MIC (Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out) Line-Out (Front Speaker Out) Line-In (Rear Speaker Out) j Only for GA-78LMT-S2P. - 6 - k Only for GA-78LMT-USB3.
GA-78LMT-USB3/GA-78LMT-S2P Motherboard Block Diagram 1 PCI Express x16 CPU CLK+/- (200 MHz) AM3+/AM3 CPU DDR3 1333+ (O.C.)/1066/800 MHz PCIe CLK (100 MHz) LAN 2 USB 3.0/2.0 j RJ45 Realtek Etron RTL8111E EJ168 j x16 x1 x1 Dual Channel Memory Hyper Transport 3.0 GFX ... PS/2 KB/Mouse 1 PCI PCI CLK (33 MHz) MIC (Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out) Line-Out (Front Speaker Out) Line-In (Rear Speaker Out) j Only for GA-78LMT-S2P. - 6 - k Only for GA-78LMT-USB3.
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... hardware components. •• When connecting hardware components to the internal connectors on the computer power during the installation process can become damaged as a motherboard, CPU or memory. These stickers are required for warranty validation. •• Always remove the AC power by your hardware components are connected. •• To...
... hardware components. •• When connecting hardware components to the internal connectors on the computer power during the installation process can become damaged as a motherboard, CPU or memory. These stickers are required for warranty validation. •• Always remove the AC power by your hardware components are connected. •• To...
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... physical memory is installed, the actual memory size displayed will be less than 4 GB. Dual channel memory architecture Support for GA-78LMT-USB3. 1-2 Product Specifications CPU AM3+ Socket: - k Only for the latest supported memory speeds and memory modules.) Onboard North Bridge: Graphics - 1 x D-Sub port ...+ processor - Audio Realtek ALC889 codec High Definition Audio 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel * To enable 7.1-channel audio, you have to GIGABYTE's website for GA-78LMT-S2P.
... physical memory is installed, the actual memory size displayed will be less than 4 GB. Dual channel memory architecture Support for GA-78LMT-USB3. 1-2 Product Specifications CPU AM3+ Socket: - k Only for the latest supported memory speeds and memory modules.) Onboard North Bridge: Graphics - 1 x D-Sub port ...+ processor - Audio Realtek ALC889 codec High Definition Audio 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel * To enable 7.1-channel audio, you have to GIGABYTE's website for GA-78LMT-S2P.
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... detection Monitor CPU/System temperature detection CPU/System fan speed detection CPU overheating warning CPU/System fan fail warning CPU fan speed control * Whether the CPU fan speed control function is supported will depend on the CPU cooler you install. k Only for GA-78LMT-USB3. Hardware Installation BIOS ...for Xpress Recovery2 Support for EasyTune * Available functions in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model. Support for Smart Recovery j Only for GA-78LMT-S2P. - 9 -
... detection Monitor CPU/System temperature detection CPU/System fan speed detection CPU overheating warning CPU/System fan fail warning CPU fan speed control * Whether the CPU fan speed control function is supported will depend on the CPU cooler you install. k Only for GA-78LMT-USB3. Hardware Installation BIOS ...for Xpress Recovery2 Support for EasyTune * Available functions in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model. Support for Smart Recovery j Only for GA-78LMT-S2P. - 9 -
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... of the Socket AM3+ Socket A Small Triangle Marking Denotes CPU Pin One AM3+/AM3 CPU Hardware Installation - 10 - It is not recommended that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) • Always turn on the computer if the CPU cooler is not installed, otherwise overheating and dam- Installing...
... of the Socket AM3+ Socket A Small Triangle Marking Denotes CPU Pin One AM3+/AM3 CPU Hardware Installation - 10 - It is not recommended that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) • Always turn on the computer if the CPU cooler is not installed, otherwise overheating and dam- Installing...
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... from the power outlet before installing the memory in only one direction. Hardware Installation A memory module can be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card Read the following guidelines before installing the memory to prevent hardware damage. •... Channel mode cannot be enabled if only one memory socket as following: Channel 0: DDR3_1 Channel 1: DDR3_2 DDR3_1 DDR3_2 Due to CPU limitations, read the manual that came with two memory modules, it is recommended that the motherboard supports the memory. If you begin...
... from the power outlet before installing the memory in only one direction. Hardware Installation A memory module can be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card Read the following guidelines before installing the memory to prevent hardware damage. •... Channel mode cannot be enabled if only one memory socket as following: Channel 0: DDR3_1 Channel 1: DDR3_2 DDR3_1 DDR3_2 Due to CPU limitations, read the manual that came with two memory modules, it is recommended that the motherboard supports the memory. If you begin...
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... 12V Power Connector and 2x12 Main Power Connector) With the use of the power connector, the power supply can supply enough stable power to the CPU. Before connecting the power connector, first make sure the power supply is not connected, the computer will not start.
... 12V Power Connector and 2x12 Main Power Connector) With the use of the power connector, the power supply can supply enough stable power to the CPU. Before connecting the power connector, first make sure the power supply is not connected, the computer will not start.
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...two hard drives. Hardware Installation When connecting a fan cable, be sure to be used, the total number of the SATA cable to the CPU or the system may hang. Do not place a jumper cap on configuring a RAID array. Please connect the L-shaped end of hard drives... must be installed inside the chassis. 1 CPU_FAN CPU_FAN: Pin No. 3/4) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN (Fan Headers) The motherboard has a 4-pin CPU fan header (CPU_FAN), a 3-pin system fan header (SYS_FAN). Most fan headers possess a foolproof insertion design. PORT PORT •• These fan headers are...
...two hard drives. Hardware Installation When connecting a fan cable, be sure to be used, the total number of the SATA cable to the CPU or the system may hang. Do not place a jumper cap on configuring a RAID array. Please connect the L-shaped end of hard drives... must be installed inside the chassis. 1 CPU_FAN CPU_FAN: Pin No. 3/4) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN (Fan Headers) The motherboard has a 4-pin CPU fan header (CPU_FAN), a 3-pin system fan header (SYS_FAN). Most fan headers possess a foolproof insertion design. PORT PORT •• These fan headers are...
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...) appears on the screen. Use arrow keys to move among the items and press to accept or enter a sub-menu. (Sample BIOS Version: GA-78LMT-USB3 D13) CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2011 Award Software MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) Standard CMOS Features Advanced BIOS Features... 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 a profile created before, without the hassles of the and keys (For...
...) appears on the screen. Use arrow keys to move among the items and press to accept or enter a sub-menu. (Sample BIOS Version: GA-78LMT-USB3 D13) CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2011 Award Software MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) Standard CMOS Features Advanced BIOS Features... 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 a profile created before, without the hassles of the and keys (For...
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...optimize the system voltage settings. Core Performance Boost (Note) CPB Ratio (Note) Turbo CPB (Note) CPU Host Clock Control x CPU Frequency(MHz) PCIE Clock(MHz) HT Link Width HT Link Frequency Set Memory Clock x Memory Clock ...Configuration ******** System Voltage Optimized ******** System Voltage Control x DDR3 Voltage control x NorthBridge Volt Control x SouthBridge Volt Control x CPU NB VID Control x CPU Voltage Control Normal CPU Vcore [Press Enter] [Auto] 2800Mhz [Auto] 2000Mhz [Enabled] [Auto] 3100Mhz [Disabled] [Auto] 200 [Auto]...
...optimize the system voltage settings. Core Performance Boost (Note) CPB Ratio (Note) Turbo CPB (Note) CPU Host Clock Control x CPU Frequency(MHz) PCIE Clock(MHz) HT Link Width HT Link Frequency Set Memory Clock x Memory Clock ...Configuration ******** System Voltage Optimized ******** System Voltage Control x DDR3 Voltage control x NorthBridge Volt Control x SouthBridge Volt Control x CPU NB VID Control x CPU Voltage Control Normal CPU Vcore [Press Enter] [Auto] 2800Mhz [Auto] 2000Mhz [Enabled] [Auto] 3100Mhz [Disabled] [Auto] 200 [Auto]...
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...is set the PCIe clock frequency. The adjustable range is from 100 MHz to manually set the frequency for the HT Link between the CPU and chipset. Surround View Enables or disables the Surround View function. Note: If your system fails to boot after overclocking, please wait ... controller frequency for automated system reboot, or clear the CMOS values to reset the board to Manual. HT Link Frequency Allows you install a CPU that the CPU frequency be configurable. Auto BIOS will automatically adjust the HT Link Width. (Default) 8 bit Sets HT Link Width to 8 bit. 16...
...is set the PCIe clock frequency. The adjustable range is from 100 MHz to manually set the frequency for the HT Link between the CPU and chipset. Surround View Enables or disables the Surround View function. Note: If your system fails to boot after overclocking, please wait ... controller frequency for automated system reboot, or clear the CMOS values to reset the board to Manual. HT Link Frequency Allows you install a CPU that the CPU frequency be configurable. Auto BIOS will automatically adjust the HT Link Width. (Default) 8 bit Sets HT Link Width to 8 bit. 16...
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...Default: Enabled) Bank Interleaving Enables or disables memory bank interleaving. BIOS Setup Enabled allows the system to simultaneously access different banks of the CPU. - 25 - Manual allows all voltage control items below to be configurable. (Default: Auto) DDR3 Voltage Control Allows you to ... training each time the system restarts. (Default: Skip DQS) Memclock tri-stating Determines whether to enable memory clock tri-stating in CPU C3 or Alt VID mode. (Default: Disabled) ******** System Voltage Optimized ******** System Voltage Control Determines whether to set the system voltages...
...Default: Enabled) Bank Interleaving Enables or disables memory bank interleaving. BIOS Setup Enabled allows the system to simultaneously access different banks of the CPU. - 25 - Manual allows all voltage control items below to be configurable. (Default: Auto) DDR3 Voltage Control Allows you to ... training each time the system restarts. (Default: Skip DQS) Memclock tri-stating Determines whether to enable memory clock tri-stating in CPU C3 or Alt VID mode. (Default: Disabled) ******** System Voltage Optimized ******** System Voltage Control Determines whether to set the system voltages...
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... this item to None so the system will skip the detection of the device during the POST. (Default) •• Manual Allows you to your CPU. 2-4 Standard CMOS Features CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2011 Award Software Standard CMOS Features Date (mm:dd:yy) Time (hh:mm:ss) Mon, ...the BIOS automatically detect SATA devices during the POST. (Default) •• None If no SATA devices are used , set this item to CHS. CPU Voltage Control Allows you to manually enter the specifications of the hard drive when the hard drive access mode is dependent on the...
... this item to None so the system will skip the detection of the device during the POST. (Default) •• Manual Allows you to your CPU. 2-4 Standard CMOS Features CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2011 Award Software Standard CMOS Features Date (mm:dd:yy) Time (hh:mm:ss) Mon, ...the BIOS automatically detect SATA devices during the POST. (Default) •• None If no SATA devices are used , set this item to CHS. CPU Voltage Control Allows you to manually enter the specifications of the hard drive when the hard drive access mode is dependent on the...
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...enter the parameters manually, refer to determine whether the system will automatically enable the hardware C1E function. If you install a CPU that supports this submenu are determined by the BIOS POST. 2-5 Advanced BIOS Features CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2011 ...Software Advanced BIOS Features } IGX Configuration AMD C1E Support Virtualization AMD K8 Cool&Quiet control CPU Unlock (Note) CPU core Control x CPU core 0 x CPU core 1 x CPU core 2 (Note) x CPU core 3 (Note) x CPU core 4 (Note) x CPU core 5 (Note) } Hard Disk Boot Priority EFI CD/DVD Boot Option First Boot...
...enter the parameters manually, refer to determine whether the system will automatically enable the hardware C1E function. If you install a CPU that supports this submenu are determined by the BIOS POST. 2-5 Advanced BIOS Features CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2011 ...Software Advanced BIOS Features } IGX Configuration AMD C1E Support Virtualization AMD K8 Cool&Quiet control CPU Unlock (Note) CPU core Control x CPU core 0 x CPU core 1 x CPU core 2 (Note) x CPU core 3 (Note) x CPU core 4 (Note) x CPU core 5 (Note) } Hard Disk Boot Priority EFI CD/DVD Boot Option First Boot...
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... Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this item to report read/write errors of loading the operating system from the installed hard drives. CPU core 0 This setting is always enabled. Press to silently perform unattended tasks while in a low-power mode that supports this menu ...(Default: Auto) First/Second/Third Boot Device Specifies the boot order from the available devices. Auto Lets the BIOS to individually enable/disable CPU Core 1/2/3/4/5. Use the up or down arrow key to select a device and press to issue warnings when a third party hardware monitor utility...
... Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this item to report read/write errors of loading the operating system from the installed hard drives. CPU core 0 This setting is always enabled. Press to silently perform unattended tasks while in a low-power mode that supports this menu ...(Default: Auto) First/Second/Third Boot Device Specifies the boot order from the available devices. Auto Lets the BIOS to individually enable/disable CPU Core 1/2/3/4/5. Use the up or down arrow key to select a device and press to issue warnings when a third party hardware monitor utility...
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... Opened Vcore DDR3 1.5V +3.3V +12V Current System Temperature Current CPU Temperature Current CPU FAN Speed Current SYSTEM FAN Speed CPU Warning Temperature CPU FAN Fail Warning SYSTEM FAN Fail Warning CPU Smart FAN Control CPU Smart FAN Mode [Enabled] [Disabled] No 1.280V 1.616V 3....Save F6: Fail-Safe Defaults ESC: Exit F1: General Help F7: Optimized Defaults Hardware Thermal Control Enables or disables the CPU overheating protection function. Enabled clears the record of previous chassis intrusion status and the Case Opened field will show "No". ...
... Opened Vcore DDR3 1.5V +3.3V +12V Current System Temperature Current CPU Temperature Current CPU FAN Speed Current SYSTEM FAN Speed CPU Warning Temperature CPU FAN Fail Warning SYSTEM FAN Fail Warning CPU Smart FAN Control CPU Smart FAN Mode [Enabled] [Disabled] No 1.280V 1.616V 3....Save F6: Fail-Safe Defaults ESC: Exit F1: General Help F7: Optimized Defaults Hardware Thermal Control Enables or disables the CPU overheating protection function. Enabled clears the record of previous chassis intrusion status and the Case Opened field will show "No". ...
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...Defaults F11: Save CMOS to BIOS F12: Load CMOS from BIOS Press on system requirements. Enabled allows the CPU fan to run at full speed. (Default: Enabled) CPU Smart FAN Mode Specifies how to load the safest BIOS default settings. Current Voltage(V) Vcore/DDR3 1.5V/+3.3V.../+12V Displays the current system voltages. Current System/CPU Temperature Displays current system/CPU temperature. CPU/SYSTEM FAN Fail Warning Allows the system to the CPU temperature. You can adjust the fan speed with EasyTune based on this occurs. (Default: ...
...Defaults F11: Save CMOS to BIOS F12: Load CMOS from BIOS Press on system requirements. Enabled allows the CPU fan to run at full speed. (Default: Enabled) CPU Smart FAN Mode Specifies how to load the safest BIOS default settings. Current Voltage(V) Vcore/DDR3 1.5V/+3.3V.../+12V Displays the current system voltages. Current System/CPU Temperature Displays current system/CPU temperature. CPU/SYSTEM FAN Fail Warning Allows the system to the CPU temperature. You can adjust the fan speed with EasyTune based on this occurs. (Default: ...