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... use of the product, read the Quick Installation Guide included with the product. For detailed product information, carefully read the User's Manual. Check your motherboard looks like this manual is 1.0. For product-related information, check on our website at: http://www.gigabyte.com Identifying Your Motherboard Revision The revision number...
... use of the product, read the Quick Installation Guide included with the product. For detailed product information, carefully read the User's Manual. Check your motherboard looks like this manual is 1.0. For product-related information, check on our website at: http://www.gigabyte.com Identifying Your Motherboard Revision The revision number...
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...Items...6 GA-970A-UD3P Motherboard Layout 7 GA-970A-UD3P 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...48 2-8 Save & Exit...50 Chapter 3 Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s 51 3-1 Configuring SATA Controllers 51 3-2 Installing the SATA RAID/AHCI Driver and Operating System 61 - 4 -
...Items...6 GA-970A-UD3P Motherboard Layout 7 GA-970A-UD3P 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...48 2-8 Save & Exit...50 Chapter 3 Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s 51 3-1 Configuring SATA Controllers 51 3-2 Installing the SATA RAID/AHCI Driver and Operating System 61 - 4 -
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Chapter 4 Drivers Installation 65 4-1 Installing Chipset Drivers 65 4-2 Application Software 66 4-3 Technical Manuals 66 4-4 Contact...67 4-5 System...67 4-6 Download Center 68 Chapter 5 Unique Features 69 5-1 BIOS Update Utilities 69 5-1-1 Updating ...
Chapter 4 Drivers Installation 65 4-1 Installing Chipset Drivers 65 4-2 Application Software 66 4-3 Technical Manuals 66 4-4 Contact...67 4-5 System...67 4-6 Download Center 68 Chapter 5 Unique Features 69 5-1 BIOS Update Utilities 69 5-1-1 Updating ...
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... Panel with 2 USB 3.0/2.0 ports (Part No. 12CR1-FPX582-2*R) COM port cable (Part No. 12CF1-1CM001-3*R) - 6 - Box Contents 55 GA-970A-UD3P motherboard 55 Motherboard driver disk 55 User's Manual 55 Quick Installation Guide 55 Four SATA cables 55 I/O Shield The box contents above are subject to change without notice. The box contents...
... Panel with 2 USB 3.0/2.0 ports (Part No. 12CR1-FPX582-2*R) COM port cable (Part No. 12CF1-1CM001-3*R) - 6 - Box Contents 55 GA-970A-UD3P motherboard 55 Motherboard driver disk 55 User's Manual 55 Quick Installation Guide 55 Four SATA cables 55 I/O Shield The box contents above are subject to change without notice. The box contents...
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...or break motherboard S/N (Serial Number) sticker or warranty sticker provided by unplugging the power cord from the power outlet before installing or removing the motherboard or other hardware components. •• When connecting hardware components to the internal connectors on the motherboard..., make sure they are uncertain about any installation steps or have a problem related to wear an electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap when handling electronic components such as a result...
...or break motherboard S/N (Serial Number) sticker or warranty sticker provided by unplugging the power cord from the power outlet before installing or removing the motherboard or other hardware components. •• When connecting hardware components to the internal connectors on the motherboard..., make sure they are uncertain about any installation steps or have a problem related to wear an electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap when handling electronic components such as a result...
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...DDR3 2000(O.C.)/1866/1600/1333/1066 MHz memory modules * To support a DDR3 1866 MHz (and above) memory, you must install an AM3+ CPU first. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory modules.) Audio VIA® VT2021 codec ...internal USB headers) VIA® VL805 chip: - 4 USB 3.0/2.0 ports (2 ports on the back panel, 2 ports available through the internal USB header) Hardware Installation - 10 - Support for S/PDIF Out LAN Realtek® GbE LAN chip (10/100/1000 Mbit) Expansion Slots ...
...DDR3 2000(O.C.)/1866/1600/1333/1066 MHz memory modules * To support a DDR3 1866 MHz (and above) memory, you must install an AM3+ CPU first. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory modules.) Audio VIA® VT2021 codec ...internal USB headers) VIA® VL805 chip: - 4 USB 3.0/2.0 ports (2 ports on the back panel, 2 ports available through the internal USB header) Hardware Installation - 10 - Support for S/PDIF Out LAN Realtek® GbE LAN chip (10/100/1000 Mbit) Expansion Slots ...
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.../Power fan fail warning CPU/System fan speed control * Whether the fan speed control function is supported will depend on the cooler you install. 2 x 32 Mbit flash Use of licensed AMI EFI BIOS Support for DualBIOS™ PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.0, SM...
.../Power fan fail warning CPU/System fan speed control * Whether the fan speed control function is supported will depend on the cooler you install. 2 x 32 Mbit flash Use of licensed AMI EFI BIOS Support for DualBIOS™ PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.0, SM...
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Hardware Installation - 12 - Support for ON/OFF Charge Support for Smart Recovery 2 Norton® Internet Security (OEM version) Support for Windows 8/7/Vista/XP Form Factor ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 24.4cm * GIGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to... the product specifications and product-related information without prior notice. * Please visit the Support & Downloads\Utility page on GIGABYTE's website to check the supported operating system(s) for EasyTune * Available functions in the "Unique Features" and "Bundled Software" columns. Unique...
Hardware Installation - 12 - Support for ON/OFF Charge Support for Smart Recovery 2 Norton® Internet Security (OEM version) Support for Windows 8/7/Vista/XP Form Factor ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 24.4cm * GIGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to... the product specifications and product-related information without prior notice. * Please visit the Support & Downloads\Utility page on GIGABYTE's website to check the supported operating system(s) for EasyTune * Available functions in the "Unique Features" and "Bundled Software" columns. Unique...
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... on the surface of the CPU. •• Do not turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing the CPU to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. A Small Triangle Marking Denotes Pin One of the CPU. Locate the pin one of the Socket AM3+ Socket A Small...
... on the surface of the CPU. •• Do not turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing the CPU to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. A Small Triangle Marking Denotes Pin One of the CPU. Locate the pin one of the Socket AM3+ Socket A Small...
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... on the CPU socket and gently insert the CPU into the fully locked position. 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 and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent... latching it into the socket. Adjust the CPU orientation if this occurs. Make sure that the CPU pins fit perfectly into the CPU socket. Hardware Installation - 14 - B.
... on the CPU socket and gently insert the CPU into the fully locked position. 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 and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent... latching it into the socket. Adjust the CPU orientation if this occurs. Make sure that the CPU pins fit perfectly into the CPU socket. Hardware Installation - 14 - B.
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...an even and thin layer of thermal grease on the surface of the installed CPU. 1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU cooler on the motherboard. (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 installing the cooler.) Step 4: Finally, attach ...
...an even and thin layer of thermal grease on the surface of the installed CPU. 1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU cooler on the motherboard. (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 installing the cooler.) Step 4: Finally, attach ...
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... the DDR3_1 and DDR3_2 sockets. DS/SS (SS=Single-Sided, DS=Double-Sided, "- -"=No Memory) DDR3_4 DDR3_2 DDR3_3 DDR3_1 Due to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. Hardware Installation - 16 - Dual Channel mode cannot be enabled if only one direction. A memory module can be used . (Go to CPU limitations, read the following : Channel...
... the DDR3_1 and DDR3_2 sockets. DS/SS (SS=Single-Sided, DS=Double-Sided, "- -"=No Memory) DDR3_4 DDR3_2 DDR3_3 DDR3_1 Due to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. Hardware Installation - 16 - Dual Channel mode cannot be enabled if only one direction. A memory module can be used . (Go to CPU limitations, read the following : Channel...
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... only fit in the memory sockets. DDR3 and DDR2 DIMMs are not compatible to each other or DDR DIMMs. Be sure to the memory module. 1-4-2 Installing a Memory Before installing a memory module, 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. Follow the steps below to correctly install your fingers on the socket. Place the memory module on the top edge of the socket will snap into...
... only fit in the memory sockets. DDR3 and DDR2 DIMMs are not compatible to each other or DDR DIMMs. Be sure to the memory module. 1-4-2 Installing a Memory Before installing a memory module, 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. Follow the steps below to correctly install your fingers on the socket. Place the memory module on the top edge of the socket will snap into...
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... expansion card. •• Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before you begin to install an expansion card: •• Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Align the card with your expansion card(s). 7. ...card's metal bracket to the chassis back panel with the expansion card in the slot. 3. Install the driver provided with a screw. 5. Example: Installing and Removing a PCI Express Graphics Card: •• Installing a Graphics Card: Gently push down on your operating system. Remove the metal slot cover from...
... expansion card. •• Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before you begin to install an expansion card: •• Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Align the card with your expansion card(s). 7. ...card's metal bracket to the chassis back panel with the expansion card in the slot. 3. Install the driver provided with a screw. 5. Example: Installing and Removing a PCI Express Graphics Card: •• Installing a Graphics Card: Gently push down on your operating system. Remove the metal slot cover from...
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... occurring Green 100 Mbps data rate Off No data transmission or receiving is compatible to prevent an electrical short inside the cable connector. - 19 - Hardware Installation Side Speaker Out Jack (Gray) Use this audio jack to connect a PS/2 mouse or keyboard. Line In Jack (Blue) The default line in connector. Use...
... occurring Green 100 Mbps data rate Off No data transmission or receiving is compatible to prevent an electrical short inside the cable connector. - 19 - Hardware Installation Side Speaker Out Jack (Gray) Use this audio jack to connect a PS/2 mouse or keyboard. Line In Jack (Blue) The default line in connector. Use...
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Microphones must be connected to the instructions on hardware specification). Hardware Installation - 20 - Refer to the default Mic in jack. Only microphones still MUST be connected to perform different functions via the audio software (supported functions for each jack may vary based on setting up a 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration in jack. Mic In Jack (Pink) The default Mic in Chapter 6, "Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio." The audio jacks can be reconfigured to this jack.
Microphones must be connected to the instructions on hardware specification). Hardware Installation - 20 - Refer to the default Mic in jack. Only microphones still MUST be connected to perform different functions via the audio software (supported functions for each jack may vary based on setting up a 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration in jack. Mic In Jack (Pink) The default Mic in Chapter 6, "Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio." The audio jacks can be reconfigured to this jack.
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Unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the devices. •• After installing the device and before connecting external devices: •• First make sure the device cable has been securely ... turn off the devices and your devices are compliant with the connectors you wish to connect. •• Before installing the devices, be sure to the connector on the motherboard. - 21 - Hardware Installation 1-7 Internal Connectors 1 3 5 2 4 9 6 8 4 12 7 10 11 15 14 13 1) ATX_12V 2) ATX 3) CPU_FAN 4) SYS_FAN1/SYS_FAN2 5) PWR_FAN 6) CLR_CMOS 7) ...
Unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the devices. •• After installing the device and before connecting external devices: •• First make sure the device cable has been securely ... turn off the devices and your devices are compliant with the connectors you wish to connect. •• Before installing the devices, be sure to the connector on the motherboard. - 21 - Hardware Installation 1-7 Internal Connectors 1 3 5 2 4 9 6 8 4 12 7 10 11 15 14 13 1) ATX_12V 2) ATX 3) CPU_FAN 4) SYS_FAN1/SYS_FAN2 5) PWR_FAN 6) CLR_CMOS 7) ...
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... GND PS_ON (soft On/Off) GND GND GND -5V +5V +5V +5V (Only for 2x12-pin ATX) 24 GND (Only for 2x12-pin ATX) Hardware Installation - 22 - If a power supply is turned off and all the components on the motherboard. To meet expansion requirements, it is not connected, the computer will... power connector, the power supply can supply enough stable power to the CPU. The 12V power connector mainly supplies power to all devices are properly installed. Before connecting the power connector, first make sure the power supply is used (500W or greater).
... GND PS_ON (soft On/Off) GND GND GND -5V +5V +5V +5V (Only for 2x12-pin ATX) 24 GND (Only for 2x12-pin ATX) Hardware Installation - 22 - If a power supply is turned off and all the components on the motherboard. To meet expansion requirements, it is not connected, the computer will... power connector, the power supply can supply enough stable power to the CPU. The 12V power connector mainly supplies power to all devices are properly installed. Before connecting the power connector, first make sure the power supply is used (500W or greater).
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... CMOS Jumper) Use this jumper to clear the BIOS configuration and reset the CMOS values to touch the two pins for BIOS configurations). - 23 - Hardware Installation Definition 1 GND 1 2 +12V / Speed Control CPU_FAN 3 Sense 4 Speed Control SYS_FAN1: Pin No. Open: Normal Short: Clear CMOS Values •• Always turn off...wire). The speed control function requires the use a metal object like a screwdriver to factory defaults. CPU_FAN: Pin No. When connecting a fan cable, be installed inside the chassis. Most fan headers possess a foolproof insertion design.
... CMOS Jumper) Use this jumper to clear the BIOS configuration and reset the CMOS values to touch the two pins for BIOS configurations). - 23 - Hardware Installation Definition 1 GND 1 2 +12V / Speed Control CPU_FAN 3 Sense 4 Speed Control SYS_FAN1: Pin No. Open: Normal Short: Clear CMOS Values •• Always turn off...wire). The speed control function requires the use a metal object like a screwdriver to factory defaults. CPU_FAN: Pin No. When connecting a fan cable, be installed inside the chassis. Most fan headers possess a foolproof insertion design.
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.... (The total number of hard drives does not have to be lost. Gently remove the battery from the battery holder and wait for one . Hardware Installation - 24 - Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device. Refer to replace the battery by removing the battery: 1. Replace the battery. 4. DEBUG...or the CMOS values may not be accurate or may clear the CMOS values by yourself or uncertain about the battery model. •• When installing the battery, note the orientation of the positive side (+) and the negative side (-) of the battery (the positive side should face up). ...
.... (The total number of hard drives does not have to be lost. Gently remove the battery from the battery holder and wait for one . Hardware Installation - 24 - Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device. Refer to replace the battery by removing the battery: 1. Replace the battery. 4. DEBUG...or the CMOS values may not be accurate or may clear the CMOS values by yourself or uncertain about the battery model. •• When installing the battery, note the orientation of the positive side (+) and the negative side (-) of the battery (the positive side should face up). ...