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... Motherboard Layout 7 GA-880GM-USB3L 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 Setup of the ATI Hybrid CrossFireX™ Configuration 19 1-7 Back Panel Connectors 20 1-8 Internal Connectors 22 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 30 2-1 Startup Screen 31 2-2 The Main Menu...
... Motherboard Layout 7 GA-880GM-USB3L 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 Setup of the ATI Hybrid CrossFireX™ Configuration 19 1-7 Back Panel Connectors 20 1-8 Internal Connectors 22 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 30 2-1 Startup Screen 31 2-2 The Main Menu...
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... Recovery2 60 4-2 BIOS Update Utilities 63 4-2-1 Updating the BIOS with the Q-Flash Utility 63 4-2-2 Updating the BIOS with the @BIOS Utility 66 4-3 EasyTune 6...67 4-4 Q-Share...68 4-5 SMART Recovery 69 4-6 Auto Green...70 4-7 Cloud OC...71 Chapter 5 Appendix...72 5-1 Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s 72 5-1-1 Configuring the Onboard SATA Controller 72 5-1-2 Installing the SATA RAID/AHCI Driver and Operating System 78 5-2 Configuring Audio Input and Output 82 5-2-1 Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio 82 5-2-2 Configuring Microphone Recording 84 5-2-3 Using the Sound Recorder 86...
... Recovery2 60 4-2 BIOS Update Utilities 63 4-2-1 Updating the BIOS with the Q-Flash Utility 63 4-2-2 Updating the BIOS with the @BIOS Utility 66 4-3 EasyTune 6...67 4-4 Q-Share...68 4-5 SMART Recovery 69 4-6 Auto Green...70 4-7 Cloud OC...71 Chapter 5 Appendix...72 5-1 Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s 72 5-1-1 Configuring the Onboard SATA Controller 72 5-1-2 Installing the SATA RAID/AHCI Driver and Operating System 78 5-2 Configuring Audio Input and Output 82 5-2-1 Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio 82 5-2-2 Configuring Microphone Recording 84 5-2-3 Using the Sound Recorder 86...
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GA-880GM-USB3L Motherboard Block Diagram PCIe CLK (100 MHz) AM3+/AM3 CPU CPU CLK+/- (200 MHz) DDR3 1666(O.C.)/1333/1066 MHz Dual Channel Memory 1 PCI Express x16 Hyper Transport Bus PCI Express x16 PCI Express Bus AMD 880G x1 x1 x1 PCIe CLK (100 MHz) Realtek RTL8111E Etron EJ168 RJ45 1 PCI Express x1 LAN 2 USB 3.0/2.0 PCI Bus AMD SB710 GFX CLK (100 MHz) D-Sub DVI-D (Note) HDMI(Note) 8 USB 2.0/1.1Ports 4 SATA 3Gb/s Dual BIOS CODEC LPC Bus iTE IT8720 COM Port PS/2 KB/Mouse MIC...
GA-880GM-USB3L Motherboard Block Diagram PCIe CLK (100 MHz) AM3+/AM3 CPU CPU CLK+/- (200 MHz) DDR3 1666(O.C.)/1333/1066 MHz Dual Channel Memory 1 PCI Express x16 Hyper Transport Bus PCI Express x16 PCI Express Bus AMD 880G x1 x1 x1 PCIe CLK (100 MHz) Realtek RTL8111E Etron EJ168 RJ45 1 PCI Express x1 LAN 2 USB 3.0/2.0 PCI Bus AMD SB710 GFX CLK (100 MHz) D-Sub DVI-D (Note) HDMI(Note) 8 USB 2.0/1.1Ports 4 SATA 3Gb/s Dual BIOS CODEC LPC Bus iTE IT8720 COM Port PS/2 KB/Mouse MIC...
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...; USB 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, running at x16 1 x PCI Express x1 slot (All PCI Express slots conform to the PCI Express 2.0 standard.) 2 x PCI slots Support for ATI Hybrid CrossFireX™ technology South Bridge: - 4 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors supporting up to 8 GB of system memory * Due to Windows 32-bit operating system limitation, when more than 4 GB of physical memory is installed, the actual memory size displayed will be less than 4 GB. Dual channel memory architecture...
...; USB 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, running at x16 1 x PCI Express x1 slot (All PCI Express slots conform to the PCI Express 2.0 standard.) 2 x PCI slots Support for ATI Hybrid CrossFireX™ technology South Bridge: - 4 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors supporting up to 8 GB of system memory * Due to Windows 32-bit operating system limitation, when more than 4 GB of physical memory is installed, the actual memory size displayed will be less than 4 GB. Dual channel memory architecture...
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... damage. Carefully read the manual that supports your expansion card(s). 7. After installing all expansion cards, replace the chassis cover(s). 6. Make sure the card is securely seated in the expansion slot. 1. Secure the card's metal bracket to make any required BIOS changes for your card. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to the chassis back panel with your operating system. Install the driver provided with the slot, and press down on...
... damage. Carefully read the manual that supports your expansion card(s). 7. After installing all expansion cards, replace the chassis cover(s). 6. Make sure the card is securely seated in the expansion slot. 1. Secure the card's metal bracket to make any required BIOS changes for your card. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to the chassis back panel with your operating system. Install the driver provided with the slot, and press down on...
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... 1) You do not have to install the graphics card driver if the motherboard chipset driver has been installed. (Note 2) To change the Internal Graphics Mode or UMA Frame Buffer Size setting in BIOS Setup, be sure to the ATI Catalyst™ Control Center. Hardware Installation System Requirements - An ATI Hybrid CrossFireX-supported motherboard and correct driver - D. Step 2: Plug the display cable into the onboard graphics port on the PCIEX16 slot. Windows 7/Vista operating system - Set Internal Graphics Mode to 256MB or 512MB. (Note...
... 1) You do not have to install the graphics card driver if the motherboard chipset driver has been installed. (Note 2) To change the Internal Graphics Mode or UMA Frame Buffer Size setting in BIOS Setup, be sure to the ATI Catalyst™ Control Center. Hardware Installation System Requirements - An ATI Hybrid CrossFireX-supported motherboard and correct driver - D. Step 2: Plug the display cable into the onboard graphics port on the PCIEX16 slot. Windows 7/Vista operating system - Set Internal Graphics Mode to 256MB or 512MB. (Note...
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... 1066 memory modules with dual channel mode enabled • BIOS Setup: At least 256 MB of the LAN port LEDs. Use this audio jack for line in devices such as a USB keyboard/mouse, USB printer, USB flash drive and etc. Use this port for a headphone or 2-channel speaker. Mic In Jack (Pink) The default Mic in a 4/5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration. Do not rock it straight out from the motherboard. • When removing the cable, pull it side to side to connect front speakers...
... 1066 memory modules with dual channel mode enabled • BIOS Setup: At least 256 MB of the LAN port LEDs. Use this audio jack for line in devices such as a USB keyboard/mouse, USB printer, USB flash drive and etc. Use this port for a headphone or 2-channel speaker. Mic In Jack (Pink) The default Mic in a 4/5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration. Do not rock it straight out from the motherboard. • When removing the cable, pull it side to side to connect front speakers...
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... orientation (the black connector wire is recommended that a system fan be installed inside the chassis. 1 CPU_FAN CPU_FAN: Pin No. date information and BIOS configurations) and reset the CMOS values to the CPU or the system 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 clear the CMOS values (e.g. Open: Normal Short: Clear CMOS Values • Always...
... orientation (the black connector wire is recommended that a system fan be installed inside the chassis. 1 CPU_FAN CPU_FAN: Pin No. date information and BIOS configurations) and reset the CMOS values to the CPU or the system 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 clear the CMOS values (e.g. Open: Normal Short: Clear CMOS Values • Always...
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A. The POST Screen Motherboard Model BIOS Version Award Modular BIOS v6.00PG Copyright (C) 1984-2011, Award Software, Inc. In Boot Menu, use the up hard drive data using the driver disk, the key can access Boot Menu again to change the first boot device setting as needed. : Q-FLASH Press the key to access the Q-Flash utility directly without having to set the first boot device without entering BIOS Setup. BIOS Setup - 30 - The LOGO Screen (Default) Function Keys B. To show the BIOS POST screen. The system will still be used for one time only. After system restart...
A. The POST Screen Motherboard Model BIOS Version Award Modular BIOS v6.00PG Copyright (C) 1984-2011, Award Software, Inc. In Boot Menu, use the up hard drive data using the driver disk, the key can access Boot Menu again to change the first boot device setting as needed. : Q-FLASH Press the key to access the Q-Flash utility directly without having to set the first boot device without entering BIOS Setup. BIOS Setup - 30 - The LOGO Screen (Default) Function Keys B. To show the BIOS POST screen. The system will still be used for one time only. After system restart...
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... CPU, memory, etc. Standard CMOS Features Use this menu to configure the system time and date, hard drive types, and the type of errors that 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 SATA, USB, integrated audio, and integrated LAN, etc. Power Management Setup Use...
... CPU, memory, etc. Standard CMOS Features Use this menu to configure the system time and date, hard drive types, and the type of errors that 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 SATA, USB, integrated audio, and integrated LAN, etc. Power Management Setup Use...
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... whether to manually set to allocate system memory for the onboard graphics controller from the D-SUB/DVI-D or D-SUB/HDMI. The adjustable range is set the VGA Core clock. (Default: Auto) VGA Core Clock(MHz) Allows you to determine whether to Manual. IGX Configuration CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2011 Award Software IGX Configuration Internal Graphics Mode UMA Frame Buffer Size x Surround View Onboard VGA output connect VGA Core Clock control x VGA Core Clock(MHz) [UMA] [Auto] Disabled [D-SUB/DVI] [Auto] 560 Item Help Menu Level Move Enter: Select F5...
... whether to manually set to allocate system memory for the onboard graphics controller from the D-SUB/DVI-D or D-SUB/HDMI. The adjustable range is set the VGA Core clock. (Default: Auto) VGA Core Clock(MHz) Allows you to determine whether to Manual. IGX Configuration CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2011 Award Software IGX Configuration Internal Graphics Mode UMA Frame Buffer Size x Surround View Onboard VGA output connect VGA Core Clock control x VGA Core Clock(MHz) [UMA] [Auto] Disabled [D-SUB/DVI] [Auto] 560 Item Help Menu Level Move Enter: Select F5...
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... improve CPU performance. (Default: Disabled) CPU Host Clock Control Enables or disables the control of CPU host clock. The adjustable range is dependent on the CPU being used . HT Link Frequency Allows you to determine whether to Manual. X4.00 Sets Memory Clock to default values. BIOS Setup Note: If your system fails to boot after overclocking, please wait for 20 seconds to allow for automated system reboot, or clear the CMOS values to reset the board...
... improve CPU performance. (Default: Disabled) CPU Host Clock Control Enables or disables the control of CPU host clock. The adjustable range is dependent on the CPU being used . HT Link Frequency Allows you to determine whether to Manual. X4.00 Sets Memory Clock to default values. BIOS Setup Note: If your system fails to boot after overclocking, please wait for 20 seconds to allow for automated system reboot, or clear the CMOS values to reset the board...
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... used). (Default) Manual Allows you install a CPU that supports this menu when finished. Use the up or down arrow key to select a device and press to reduce heat output from a GPT partition, such as Windows 7 64bit and Windows Server 2003 64-bit. Options are: LS120, Hard Disk, CDROM, ZIP, USB-FDD, USB-ZIP, USBCDROM, USB-HDD, Legacy LAN, Disabled. Password Check Specifies whether a password is fixed. With virtualization, one computer system can function as multiple virtual systems. (Default: Disabled) AMD...
... used). (Default) Manual Allows you install a CPU that supports this menu when finished. Use the up or down arrow key to select a device and press to reduce heat output from a GPT partition, such as Windows 7 64bit and Windows Server 2003 64-bit. Options are: LS120, Hard Disk, CDROM, ZIP, USB-FDD, USB-ZIP, USBCDROM, USB-HDD, Legacy LAN, Disabled. Password Check Specifies whether a password is fixed. With virtualization, one computer system can function as multiple virtual systems. (Default: Disabled) AMD...
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... Defaults Port0 as ESP/Port1 as ESP/Port2 as ESP/Port3 as ESP This option is configurable only when OnChip SATA Type is an interface specification that support Native mode. 2-6 Integrated Peripherals CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2011 Award Software Integrated Peripherals OnChip SATA Controller OnChip SATA Type x OnChip SATA Port as ESP Onboard LAN Function Onboard LAN Boot ROM } SMART LAN Onboard Audio Function Onboard USB 3.0 Controller USB Controllers USB Legacy Function USB Storage Function Onboard Serial Port 1 [Enabled] [Native IDE] Press Enter [Enabled] [Disabled...
... Defaults Port0 as ESP/Port1 as ESP/Port2 as ESP/Port3 as ESP This option is configurable only when OnChip SATA Type is an interface specification that support Native mode. 2-6 Integrated Peripherals CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2011 Award Software Integrated Peripherals OnChip SATA Controller OnChip SATA Type x OnChip SATA Port as ESP Onboard LAN Function Onboard LAN Boot ROM } SMART LAN Onboard Audio Function Onboard USB 3.0 Controller USB Controllers USB Legacy Function USB Storage Function Onboard Serial Port 1 [Enabled] [Native IDE] Press Enter [Enabled] [Disabled...
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... enter the ACPI S3 (Suspend to RAM) sleep state (default). In S1 sleep state, the system appears suspended and stays in MS-DOS mode using the power button. 2-7 Power Management Setup CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2011 Award Software Power Management Setup ACPI Suspend Type Soft-Off by Power button USB Wake Up from S3 Modem Ring Resume PME Event Wake Up HPET Support (Note) Power On By Mouse Power On By Keyboard x KB Power ON Password AC Back Function Power-On by a wake...
... enter the ACPI S3 (Suspend to RAM) sleep state (default). In S1 sleep state, the system appears suspended and stays in MS-DOS mode using the power button. 2-7 Power Management Setup CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2011 Award Software Power Management Setup ACPI Suspend Type Soft-Off by Power button USB Wake Up from S3 Modem Ring Resume PME Event Wake Up HPET Support (Note) Power On By Mouse Power On By Keyboard x KB Power ON Password AC Back Function Power-On by a wake...
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... can access Q-Flash by adding one more physical BIOS chip. Award Modular BIOS v6.00PG Copyright (C) 1984-2011, Award Software, Inc. GA-880GM-USB3L D11x . . . . : BIOS Setup : XpressRecovery2 : Boot Menu : Qflash 03/09/2011-RS880P-SB710-7A66BG0TC-00 Because BIOS flashing is corrupted or damaged, the backup BIOS will download the latest BIOS file from the hassles of system safety, users cannot update the backup BIOS manually. Motherboards that matches your USB flash drive or USB hard drive. However, if the main BIOS is...
... can access Q-Flash by adding one more physical BIOS chip. Award Modular BIOS v6.00PG Copyright (C) 1984-2011, Award Software, Inc. GA-880GM-USB3L D11x . . . . : BIOS Setup : XpressRecovery2 : Boot Menu : Qflash 03/09/2011-RS880P-SB710-7A66BG0TC-00 Because BIOS flashing is corrupted or damaged, the backup BIOS will download the latest BIOS file from the hassles of system safety, users cannot update the backup BIOS manually. Motherboards that matches your USB flash drive or USB hard drive. However, if the main BIOS is...
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... d Enable HDD 0-0 Loa d CMO S Default Enable Update BIOS from Drive and press . • The Save Main BIOS to Drive option allows you save the current BIOS file. • Q-Flash only supports USB flash drive or hard drives using FAT32/16/12 file system. • If the BIOS update file is saved to a hard drive in RAID/AHCI mode or a hard drive attached to an independent SATA controller, use the key during the POST to the main menu. When the message "Are you sure to Drive Enter : Run hi:Move Total size : 0 ESC:Reset Free size : 0 F10:Power...
... d Enable HDD 0-0 Loa d CMO S Default Enable Update BIOS from Drive and press . • The Save Main BIOS to Drive option allows you save the current BIOS file. • Q-Flash only supports USB flash drive or hard drives using FAT32/16/12 file system. • If the BIOS update file is saved to a hard drive in RAID/AHCI mode or a hard drive attached to an independent SATA controller, use the key during the POST to the main menu. When the message "Are you sure to Drive Enter : Run hi:Move Total size : 0 ESC:Reset Free size : 0 F10:Power...
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... SATA Hard Drive(s) To configure SATA hard drive(s), follow the steps below: A. B. Configure a RAID array in BIOS Setup. Configure SATA controller mode in RAID BIOS. (Note 1) D. Before you do not want to create RAID array on the motherboard. Then connect the power connector from your power supply to the hard drive. (Note 1) Skip this step if you begin Please prepare: • At least two SATA hard drives (to AHCI or RAID mode. - 71 - Install SATA hard drive(s) in your computer. C. Appendix Make a floppy disk containing the SATA RAID/AHCI driver for Windows...
... SATA Hard Drive(s) To configure SATA hard drive(s), follow the steps below: A. B. Configure a RAID array in BIOS Setup. Configure SATA controller mode in RAID BIOS. (Note 1) D. Before you do not want to create RAID array on the motherboard. Then connect the power connector from your power supply to the hard drive. (Note 1) Skip this step if you begin Please prepare: • At least two SATA hard drives (to AHCI or RAID mode. - 71 - Install SATA hard drive(s) in your computer. C. Appendix Make a floppy disk containing the SATA RAID/AHCI driver for Windows...
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... proceed with Windows, using a device support disk provided by an adapter manufacturer. A screen will appear. Without the driver, the hard drive(s) may not be recognized during the OS installation. Select AMD AHCI Compatible RAID Controller-x86 platform and press . First, copy the driver from the motherboard driver disk to continue the driver installation. AMD AHCI Compatible RAID Controller-x86 platform AMD AHCI Compatible RAID Controller-x64 platform ENTER=Select F3=Exit Figure 1 Step 3: On the next screen, press to a floppy disk. Then a controller menu similar to...
... proceed with Windows, using a device support disk provided by an adapter manufacturer. A screen will appear. Without the driver, the hard drive(s) may not be recognized during the OS installation. Select AMD AHCI Compatible RAID Controller-x86 platform and press . First, copy the driver from the motherboard driver disk to continue the driver installation. AMD AHCI Compatible RAID Controller-x86 platform AMD AHCI Compatible RAID Controller-x64 platform ENTER=Select F3=Exit Figure 1 Step 3: On the next screen, press to a floppy disk. Then a controller menu similar to...
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...if Audio Device on High Definition Audio Bus or Unknown device is present in My Computer > Properties > Hardware > Device Manager > System Devices). A: The following Award BIOS beep code descriptions may help you identify possible computer problems. (For reference only.) 1 short: System boots successfully 1 long, 3 short: Keyboard error 2 short: CMOS setting error 1 long, 9 short: BIOS ROM error 1 long, 1 short: Memory or motherboard error Continuous long beeps: Graphics card not inserted properly 1 long, 2 short: Monitor or graphics card error Continuous short beeps: Power error...
...if Audio Device on High Definition Audio Bus or Unknown device is present in My Computer > Properties > Hardware > Device Manager > System Devices). A: The following Award BIOS beep code descriptions may help you identify possible computer problems. (For reference only.) 1 short: System boots successfully 1 long, 3 short: Keyboard error 2 short: CMOS setting error 1 long, 9 short: BIOS ROM error 1 long, 1 short: Memory or motherboard error Continuous long beeps: Graphics card not inserted properly 1 long, 2 short: Monitor or graphics card error Continuous short beeps: Power error...