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... devices. Mount the optical drive in its I /O Shield Step 5 Installing an Expansion Card Locate an expansion slot that the expansion card is installed, enter system BIOS Setup to installation, check the jumper settings (master and slave) on the case. Installing an Optical Drive 6-2 Install your optical drives, such as DVD-ROM...
... devices. Mount the optical drive in its I /O Shield Step 5 Installing an Expansion Card Locate an expansion slot that the expansion card is installed, enter system BIOS Setup to installation, check the jumper settings (master and slave) on the case. Installing an Optical Drive 6-2 Install your optical drives, such as DVD-ROM...
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...specifications and features in any form or by any means without prior notice. No part of GIGABYTE. Check your motherboard looks like this manual may be reproduced, copied, translated, transmitted, or...registered to assist in this product, GIGABYTE provides the following types of documentations: For quick set-up of this manual is protected by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. All rights... on our website at: http://www.gigabyte.com Identifying Your Motherboard Revision The revision number on your motherboard revision before updating motherboard...
...specifications and features in any form or by any means without prior notice. No part of GIGABYTE. Check your motherboard looks like this manual may be reproduced, copied, translated, transmitted, or...registered to assist in this product, GIGABYTE provides the following types of documentations: For quick set-up of this manual is protected by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. All rights... on our website at: http://www.gigabyte.com Identifying Your Motherboard Revision The revision number on your motherboard revision before updating motherboard...
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Table of Contents Box Contents...6 Optional Items...6 GA-990FXA-UD5 R5 Motherboard Layout 7 GA-990FXA-UD5 R5 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... an Expansion Card 18 1-6 Setting up AMD CrossFire™/NVIDIA® SLI™ Configuration 19 1-7 Back Panel Connectors 21 1-8 Internal Connectors 23 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 33 2-1 Startup Screen 34 2-2 The Main Menu 35 2-3 M.I.T...37 2-4 System Information 45...
Table of Contents Box Contents...6 Optional Items...6 GA-990FXA-UD5 R5 Motherboard Layout 7 GA-990FXA-UD5 R5 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... an Expansion Card 18 1-6 Setting up AMD CrossFire™/NVIDIA® SLI™ Configuration 19 1-7 Back Panel Connectors 21 1-8 Internal Connectors 23 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 33 2-1 Startup Screen 34 2-2 The Main Menu 35 2-3 M.I.T...37 2-4 System Information 45...
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... 77 4-2 Application Software 78 4-3 Technical Manuals 78 4-4 Contact...79 4-5 System...79 4-6 Download Center 80 Chapter 5 Unique Features 81 5-1 BIOS Update Utilities 81 5-1-1 Updating the BIOS with the Q-Flash Utility 81 5-1-2 Updating the BIOS with the @BIOS Utility 84 5-2 EasyTune 6...85 Chapter 6 Appendix...87 6-1 Configuring Audio Input and Output 87 6-1-1 Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio 87 6-1-2 Configuring...
... 77 4-2 Application Software 78 4-3 Technical Manuals 78 4-4 Contact...79 4-5 System...79 4-6 Download Center 80 Chapter 5 Unique Features 81 5-1 BIOS Update Utilities 81 5-1-1 Updating the BIOS with the Q-Flash Utility 81 5-1-2 Updating the BIOS with the @BIOS Utility 84 5-2 EasyTune 6...85 Chapter 6 Appendix...87 6-1 Configuring Audio Input and Output 87 6-1-1 Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio 87 6-1-2 Configuring...
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GA-990FXA-UD5 R5 Motherboard Block Diagram 2 PCI Express x8 1 PCI Express x16 1 PCI Express x16 CPU CLK+/- (200 MHz) AM3+/AM3 CPU DDR3 2000(O.C.)/1866/1600/1333/1066 .../s 4 USB 3.0/2.0 AMD 990FX Marvell® 88SE9172 x1 VIA® VL805 x1 PCIe CLK (100 MHz) PCI Express Bus 14 USB 2.0/1.1 AMD SB950 6 SATA 6Gb/s Dual BIOS LPC Bus CODEC iTE® Super I/O COM PS/2 KB/Mouse Rear Speaker Out Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out Side Speaker Out MIC Line Out Line In...
GA-990FXA-UD5 R5 Motherboard Block Diagram 2 PCI Express x8 1 PCI Express x16 1 PCI Express x16 CPU CLK+/- (200 MHz) AM3+/AM3 CPU DDR3 2000(O.C.)/1866/1600/1333/1066 .../s 4 USB 3.0/2.0 AMD 990FX Marvell® 88SE9172 x1 VIA® VL805 x1 PCIe CLK (100 MHz) PCI Express Bus 14 USB 2.0/1.1 AMD SB950 6 SATA 6Gb/s Dual BIOS LPC Bus CODEC iTE® Super I/O COM PS/2 KB/Mouse Rear Speaker Out Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out Side Speaker Out MIC Line Out Line In...
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... Internet Security (OEM version) Support for Windows 8.1/8/7 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. BIOS Unique Features ...
... Internet Security (OEM version) Support for Windows 8.1/8/7 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. BIOS Unique Features ...
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.... 2. When enabling Dual Channel mode with two memory modules, we recommend 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... enabling Dual Channel mode with two or four memory modules, it is recommended that you install them in Dual Channel mode. 1. It is installed, the BIOS will double the original memory bandwidth. DS/SS DS/SS - -
.... 2. When enabling Dual Channel mode with two memory modules, we recommend 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... enabling Dual Channel mode with two or four memory modules, it is recommended that you install them in Dual Channel mode. 1. It is installed, the BIOS will double the original memory bandwidth. DS/SS DS/SS - -
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... metal contacts on the top edge of the card until it is fully seated in the expansion slot. 1. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to make any required BIOS changes for your card. Install the driver provided with the slot, and press down on the card are completely inserted into the PCI...
... metal contacts on the top edge of the card until it is fully seated in the expansion slot. 1. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to make any required BIOS changes for your card. Install the driver provided with the slot, and press down on the card are completely inserted into the PCI...
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...;• Contact the place of the battery holder, making them short for one . When connecting a fan cable, be sure to keep the values (such as BIOS configurations, date, and time information) in the correct orientation (the black connector wire is replaced with an equivalent one minute. (Or use of the battery...
...;• Contact the place of the battery holder, making them short for one . When connecting a fan cable, be sure to keep the values (such as BIOS configurations, date, and time information) in the correct orientation (the black connector wire is replaced with an equivalent one minute. (Or use of the battery...
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...(s)," for instructions on configuring a RAID array. Definition 1 GND 7 1 2 TXP 7 1 3 TXN 4 GND 0 2 4 1 3 5 5 RXN 6 RXP 7 GND To enable hot-plugging for the SATA ports, refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Peripherals\SB SATA Configuration," for instructions on configuring a RAID array. Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device. The Marvell® chip supports RAID 0 and...
...(s)," for instructions on configuring a RAID array. Definition 1 GND 7 1 2 TXP 7 1 3 TXN 4 GND 0 2 4 1 3 5 5 RXN 6 RXP 7 GND To enable hot-plugging for the SATA ports, refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Peripherals\SB SATA Configuration," for instructions on configuring a RAID array. Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device. The Marvell® chip supports RAID 0 and...
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... and negative pins before connecting the cables. Power Power LED Switch Speaker PLED+ PLED- When connecting your system using the power switch (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Power Management," for more information). •• SPEAK (Speaker, Orange): Connects to the reset switch on the chassis front panel. Hard Drive Reset Activity...
... and negative pins before connecting the cables. Power Power LED Switch Speaker PLED+ PLED- When connecting your system using the power switch (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Power Management," for more information). •• SPEAK (Speaker, Orange): Connects to the reset switch on the chassis front panel. Hard Drive Reset Activity...
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... the power cord from the power outlet before clearing the CMOS values. •• After system restart, go to BIOS Setup to load factory defaults (select Load Optimized Defaults) or manually configure the BIOS settings (refer to factory defaults. To clear the CMOS values, use a metal object like a screwdriver to clear the...
... the power cord from the power outlet before clearing the CMOS values. •• After system restart, go to BIOS Setup to load factory defaults (select Load Optimized Defaults) or manually configure the BIOS settings (refer to factory defaults. To clear the CMOS values, use a metal object like a screwdriver to clear the...
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...power is turned off, the battery on . BIOS Setup To access the BIOS Setup program, press the key during system startup, saving system parameters and loading operating system, etc. To upgrade the BIOS, use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash or @BIOS utility. •• Q-Flash allows the... user to quickly and easily upgrade or back up BIOS without entering the operating system. •• @BIOS is turned on the motherboard supplies the necessary...
...power is turned off, the battery on . BIOS Setup To access the BIOS Setup program, press the key during system startup, saving system parameters and loading operating system, etc. To upgrade the BIOS, use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash or @BIOS utility. •• Q-Flash allows the... user to quickly and easily upgrade or back up BIOS without entering the operating system. •• @BIOS is turned on the motherboard supplies the necessary...
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... display your system information. : BOOT MENU Boot Menu allows you to accept. After system restart, the device boot order will boot from the device immediately. BIOS Setup - 34 - In Boot Menu, use the up arrow key or the down arrow key to select the first boot device, then press to set... the first boot device without having to enter BIOS Setup first. 2-1 Startup Screen The following startup Logo screen will appear when the computer boots. Function Keys Function Keys...
... display your system information. : BOOT MENU Boot Menu allows you to accept. After system restart, the device boot order will boot from the device immediately. BIOS Setup - 34 - In Boot Menu, use the up arrow key or the down arrow key to select the first boot device, then press to set... the first boot device without having to enter BIOS Setup first. 2-1 Startup Screen The following startup Logo screen will appear when the computer boots. Function Keys Function Keys...
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...among the items and press to your mouse to select the item you want. (Sample BIOS Version: F1l) Setup Menus Enter Q-Flash Help Function Keys Configuration Items Current Settings BIOS Setup Program Function Keys Move the selection bar to select a setup menu Move the .../ Increase the numeric value or make changes / Decrease the numeric value or make changes Restore the previous BIOS settings for the current submenus Load the Optimized BIOS default settings for the current submenus Access the Q-Flash utility Display system information Save all the changes and exit...
...among the items and press to your mouse to select the item you want. (Sample BIOS Version: F1l) Setup Menus Enter Q-Flash Help Function Keys Configuration Items Current Settings BIOS Setup Program Function Keys Move the selection bar to select a setup menu Move the .../ Increase the numeric value or make changes / Decrease the numeric value or make changes Restore the previous BIOS settings for the current submenus Load the Optimized BIOS default settings for the current submenus Access the Q-Flash utility Display system information Save all the changes and exit...
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This menu also displays information on the devices connected to the SATA ports. BIOS Features Use this menu to set your CPU and memory, etc. You can save the current BIOS settings to a profile or load optimized defaults for optimal-performance system operations. ••...adapter. Peripherals Use this chapter are for reference only and may differ by the BIOS and system time and date. Use this menu to the CMOS and exit BIOS Setup. BIOS Setup - 36 - BIOS Setup Menus M.I.T. Or check the system/CPU temperatures, voltages, and fan speeds...
This menu also displays information on the devices connected to the SATA ports. BIOS Features Use this menu to set your CPU and memory, etc. You can save the current BIOS settings to a profile or load optimized defaults for optimal-performance system operations. ••...adapter. Peripherals Use this chapter are for reference only and may differ by the BIOS and system time and date. Use this menu to the CMOS and exit BIOS Setup. BIOS Setup - 36 - BIOS Setup Menus M.I.T. Or check the system/CPU temperatures, voltages, and fan speeds...
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BIOS Setup 2-3 M.I.T. Whether the system will work stably with the overclock/overvoltage settings you made is for advanced users only and we recommend you not to ... information on your overall system configurations. If this occurs, clear the CMOS values and reset the board to boot. This page is dependent on the BIOS version, CPU base clock, CPU frequency, memory frequency, total memory size, CPU temperature, Vcore, and memory voltage. - 37 - Incorrectly doing overclock/overvoltage may result in...
BIOS Setup 2-3 M.I.T. Whether the system will work stably with the overclock/overvoltage settings you made is for advanced users only and we recommend you not to ... information on your overall system configurations. If this occurs, clear the CMOS values and reset the board to boot. This page is dependent on the BIOS version, CPU base clock, CPU frequency, memory frequency, total memory size, CPU temperature, Vcore, and memory voltage. - 37 - Incorrectly doing overclock/overvoltage may result in...
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... Bridge controller frequency for the installed CPU. `` M.I.T. The adjustable range is dependent on the CPU being installed. && CPU Frequency Displays the current operating CPU frequency. BIOS Setup - 38 - Current Status This screen provides information on CPU/memory frequencies/parameters. `` Advanced Frequency Settings && BCLK Clock Control Allows you to manually set the...
... Bridge controller frequency for the installed CPU. `` M.I.T. The adjustable range is dependent on the CPU being installed. && CPU Frequency Displays the current operating CPU frequency. BIOS Setup - 38 - Current Status This screen provides information on CPU/memory frequencies/parameters. `` Advanced Frequency Settings && BCLK Clock Control Allows you to manually set the...
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.... - 39 - The adjustable range is present only when you install a CPU that supports this function. && C1E Support Allows you alter the ratio for the CPB. BIOS Setup When enabled, the CPU core frequency and voltage will be reduced during system halt state to decrease power consumption. (Default: Enabled) && SVM Virtualization enhanced...
.... - 39 - The adjustable range is present only when you install a CPU that supports this function. && C1E Support Allows you alter the ratio for the CPB. BIOS Setup When enabled, the CPU core frequency and voltage will be reduced during system halt state to decrease power consumption. (Default: Enabled) && SVM Virtualization enhanced...
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... from being used). (Default: Automatic mode) && Core C6 State (Note 1) Allows you to decrease power consumption. Automatic mode allows the BIOS to enable all CPU cores (number of the CPU cores and automatically optimizes the CPU to its best performance level. (Default) Disabled Disables this... function. && Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) (Note 2) Allows the BIOS to read the SPD data on the CPU being lowered during system halt state to set the system memory multiplier. This item is present only...
... from being used). (Default: Automatic mode) && Core C6 State (Note 1) Allows you to decrease power consumption. Automatic mode allows the BIOS to enable all CPU cores (number of the CPU cores and automatically optimizes the CPU to its best performance level. (Default) Disabled Disables this... function. && Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) (Note 2) Allows the BIOS to read the SPD data on the CPU being lowered during system halt state to set the system memory multiplier. This item is present only...