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... Front Speaker Out Mic In •• To configure 4/5.1/7.1-channel audio, you want to mute the back panel audio (only supported when using an HD front panel audio module), refer to the following instructions use Windows 10 as the example operating system.) Step 1: After installing the audio driver, restart your computer. Configuring Audio Input and Output 1-1 Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio The motherboard provides five audio jacks on both of the front and back panel audio connections simultaneously...
... Front Speaker Out Mic In •• To configure 4/5.1/7.1-channel audio, you want to mute the back panel audio (only supported when using an HD front panel audio module), refer to the following instructions use Windows 10 as the example operating system.) Step 1: After installing the audio driver, restart your computer. Configuring Audio Input and Output 1-1 Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio The motherboard provides five audio jacks on both of the front and back panel audio connections simultaneously...
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.... Note: The microphone functions on the front panel and back panel cannot be able to record the sound. Then configure the jack for the microphone, you can set the volumes at the same time. To hear the sound being recorded during the recording process, do not ...be used at a middle level. 1-3 Configuring Microphone Recording Step 1: After installing the audio driver, restart your microphone to the Mic in jack (pink) on the back panel or the Mic in the notification area to the Microphone screen. Step 2: Connect your computer. On the Windows desktop, click the Realtek HD Audio ...
.... Note: The microphone functions on the front panel and back panel cannot be able to record the sound. Then configure the jack for the microphone, you can set the volumes at the same time. To hear the sound being recorded during the recording process, do not ...be used at a middle level. 1-3 Configuring Microphone Recording Step 1: After installing the audio driver, restart your microphone to the Mic in jack (pink) on the back panel or the Mic in the notification area to the Microphone screen. Step 2: Connect your computer. On the Windows desktop, click the Realtek HD Audio ...
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.... No part of this product, carefully read the User's Manual. For product-related information, check on our website at: http://www.gigabyte.com Identifying Your Motherboard Revision The revision number on your motherboard revision before updating motherboard BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical information. Example: Motherboard GA-B250M-DS3H Motherboard GA-B250M-DS3H Nov. 18, 2016 Nov. 18, 2016 Copyright © 2016 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD...
.... No part of this product, carefully read the User's Manual. For product-related information, check on our website at: http://www.gigabyte.com Identifying Your Motherboard Revision The revision number on your motherboard revision before updating motherboard BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical information. Example: Motherboard GA-B250M-DS3H Motherboard GA-B250M-DS3H Nov. 18, 2016 Nov. 18, 2016 Copyright © 2016 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD...
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Table of Contents GA-B250M-DS3H Motherboard Layout 4 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 5 1-1 Installation Precautions 5 1-2 Product Specifications 6 1-3 Installing the CPU 9 1-4 Installing the Memory 9 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card 10 1-6 Back Panel Connectors 10 1-7 Internal Connectors 12 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 20 2-1 Startup Screen 20 2-2 M.I.T...21 2-3 System...27 2-4 BIOS...28 2-5 Peripherals...31 2-6 Chipset...34 2-7 Power...35 2-8 Save & Exit...37 Chapter 3 Appendix...38 Drivers Installation...38 Regulatory Statements 39 Contact Us...41 - 3 -
Table of Contents GA-B250M-DS3H Motherboard Layout 4 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 5 1-1 Installation Precautions 5 1-2 Product Specifications 6 1-3 Installing the CPU 9 1-4 Installing the Memory 9 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card 10 1-6 Back Panel Connectors 10 1-7 Internal Connectors 12 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 20 2-1 Startup Screen 20 2-2 M.I.T...21 2-3 System...27 2-4 BIOS...28 2-5 Peripherals...31 2-6 Chipset...34 2-7 Power...35 2-8 Save & Exit...37 Chapter 3 Appendix...38 Drivers Installation...38 Regulatory Statements 39 Contact Us...41 - 3 -
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...; 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel * To configure 7.1-channel audio, you have to use an HD front panel audio module and enable the multi-channel audio feature through the audio driver. Support for S/PDIF Out LAN Realtek® GbE LAN chip (10/100/1000 Mbit) Expansion Slots Storage Interface 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, running at x16 2 x PCI Express x1 slots (All of the PCI Express slots conform to PCI Express 3.0 standard.) Chipset: - 1 x M.2 connector (Socket 3, M key, type 2242/2260/2280 SATA and PCIe...
...; 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel * To configure 7.1-channel audio, you have to use an HD front panel audio module and enable the multi-channel audio feature through the audio driver. Support for S/PDIF Out LAN Realtek® GbE LAN chip (10/100/1000 Mbit) Expansion Slots Storage Interface 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, running at x16 2 x PCI Express x1 slots (All of the PCI Express slots conform to PCI Express 3.0 standard.) Chipset: - 1 x M.2 connector (Socket 3, M key, type 2242/2260/2280 SATA and PCIe...
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... ATX main power connector 1 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector 1 x M.2 Socket 3 connector 6 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors 1 x CPU fan header 1 x system fan header 1 x front panel header 1 x front panel audio header 1 x S/PDIF Out header 1 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 header 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers 1 x Trusted Platform Module (TPM) header 1 x serial port header 1 x parallel port header 1 x Clear CMOS jumper 1 x PS/2 keyboard...
... ATX main power connector 1 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector 1 x M.2 Socket 3 connector 6 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors 1 x CPU fan header 1 x system fan header 1 x front panel header 1 x front panel audio header 1 x S/PDIF Out header 1 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 header 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers 1 x Trusted Platform Module (TPM) header 1 x serial port header 1 x parallel port header 1 x Clear CMOS jumper 1 x PS/2 keyboard...
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...latest version of CPU, memory modules, SSDs, and M.2 devices. Ambient LED - Smart Keyboard - V-Tuner Support for 3TB+ Unlock Support for Q-Flash Support for Xpress Install Norton® Internet Security (OEM version) Intel® Optane™ Memory Ready cFosSpeed Support for Windows 10/8.1 64-bit Support for Windows 7 32-bit/64-bit * Operating systems supported may also vary depending on motherboard specifications. - 3D OSD - @BIOS - Please visit the Support\Utility List page on your processor model. * Please download the "Windows USB Installation Tool" from GIGABYTE's website...
...latest version of CPU, memory modules, SSDs, and M.2 devices. Ambient LED - Smart Keyboard - V-Tuner Support for 3TB+ Unlock Support for Q-Flash Support for Xpress Install Norton® Internet Security (OEM version) Intel® Optane™ Memory Ready cFosSpeed Support for Windows 10/8.1 64-bit Support for Windows 7 32-bit/64-bit * Operating systems supported may also vary depending on motherboard specifications. - 3D OSD - @BIOS - Please visit the Support\Utility List page on your processor model. * Please download the "Windows USB Installation Tool" from GIGABYTE's website...
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... specifications including the CPU, graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc. Dual Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides four memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. Installing the CPU Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the CPU Do not remove the CPU socket cover before inserting the CPU. LGA1151 CPU Socket LGA1151 CPU Alignment Key Alignment Key Notch Notch Pin One Corner of the CPU. If you are unable to install the memory: •• Make sure that the motherboard supports the memory. After the memory...
... specifications including the CPU, graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc. Dual Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides four memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. Installing the CPU Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the CPU Do not remove the CPU socket cover before inserting the CPU. LGA1151 CPU Socket LGA1151 CPU Alignment Key Alignment Key Notch Notch Pin One Corner of the CPU. If you are unable to install the memory: •• Make sure that the motherboard supports the memory. After the memory...
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... Due to CPU limitations, read the manual that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be enabled if only one memory module is installed. 2. Connect a monitor that supports DVI-D connection to install an expansion card: •• Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Dual Channel mode cannot be used. 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card Read the following guidelines before you begin to this port. Use this port to the DVI-D specification and supports a maximum resolution...
... Due to CPU limitations, read the manual that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be enabled if only one memory module is installed. 2. Connect a monitor that supports DVI-D connection to install an expansion card: •• Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Dual Channel mode cannot be used. 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card Read the following guidelines before you begin to this port. Use this port to the DVI-D specification and supports a maximum resolution...
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... receiving is compatible to connect your HDMI-supported monitor. Use this audio jack for a headphone or 2-channel speaker. To configure 7.1-channel audio, you must install motherboard drivers in jack. You can be used . •• To set the default sound playback device to HDMI. (The item name may differ depending on the monitor being used to a back panel connector, first remove the cable from your operating system.) USB 3.1 Gen 1 Port The USB 3.1 Gen 1 port supports the USB 3.1 Gen 1 specification and is occurring LAN Port Off 10...
... receiving is compatible to connect your HDMI-supported monitor. Use this audio jack for a headphone or 2-channel speaker. To configure 7.1-channel audio, you must install motherboard drivers in jack. You can be used . •• To set the default sound playback device to HDMI. (The item name may differ depending on the monitor being used to a back panel connector, first remove the cable from your operating system.) USB 3.1 Gen 1 Port The USB 3.1 Gen 1 port supports the USB 3.1 Gen 1 specification and is occurring LAN Port Off 10...
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... motherboard are not configuration jumper blocks. When connecting a fan cable, be installed inside the chassis. 1 CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN Pin No. 1 2 3 4 Definition GND Voltage Speed Control Sense PWM Speed Control •• Be sure to connect fan cables to the fan headers to prevent your CPU and system from overheating. Overheating may result in the correct orientation (the black connector wire is recommended that a system fan be sure to connect it is the ground wire). Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device...
... motherboard are not configuration jumper blocks. When connecting a fan cable, be installed inside the chassis. 1 CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN Pin No. 1 2 3 4 Definition GND Voltage Speed Control Sense PWM Speed Control •• Be sure to connect fan cables to the fan headers to prevent your CPU and system from overheating. Overheating may result in the correct orientation (the black connector wire is recommended that a system fan be sure to connect it is the ground wire). Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device...
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...drive activity LED on the chassis front panel. You may differ by chassis. When connecting your system using the power switch (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Power," for more information). •• SPEAK (Speaker): Hard Drive Reset Activity LED Switch Power LED Chassis Intrusion Header Connects to the speaker on the chassis front panel. Definition Pin No. The LED is on when the hard drive is operating. A front panel module mainly consists of th_e mS otherboard header. B F_AUDIO (Front Panel Audio Header) The front panel audio header supports Intel High...
...drive activity LED on the chassis front panel. You may differ by chassis. When connecting your system using the power switch (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Power," for more information). •• SPEAK (Speaker): Hard Drive Reset Activity LED Switch Power LED Chassis Intrusion Header Connects to the speaker on the chassis front panel. Definition Pin No. The LED is on when the hard drive is operating. A front panel module mainly consists of th_e mS otherboard header. B F_AUDIO (Front Panel Audio Header) The front panel audio header supports Intel High...
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... Short: Clear CMOS Values •• Always turn off your computer and unplug the power cord 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 Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," for one minute. (Or use a metal object like a screwdriver to touch the two pins for 5 seconds.) 3. Replace the battery when the battery voltage drops to factory defaults...
... Short: Clear CMOS Values •• Always turn off your computer and unplug the power cord 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 Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," for one minute. (Or use a metal object like a screwdriver to touch the two pins for 5 seconds.) 3. Replace the battery when the battery voltage drops to factory defaults...
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BIOS includes a BIOS Setup program that you not flash the BIOS. When the power is turned off, the battery on . 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 a Windows-based utility that searches and downloads the latest version of BIOS from the Internet and updates the BIOS. •• Because BIOS flashing is...
BIOS includes a BIOS Setup program that you not flash the BIOS. When the power is turned off, the battery on . 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 a Windows-based utility that searches and downloads the latest version of BIOS from the Internet and updates the BIOS. •• Because BIOS flashing is...
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... when you install a CPU that support multi-processor mode. When enabled, the CPU core frequency and voltage will be based on the CPU Flex Ratio Settings value if CPU Clock Ratio is dependent on the CPU being used. && Uncore Frequency Displays the current CPU Uncore frequency. && CPU Flex Ratio Override Enables or disables the CPU Flex Ratio. Auto sets the CPU Turbo ratios according to the CPU specifications. (Default: Auto) && Power Limit TDP (Watts) / Power Limit Time Allows you to set the CPU Uncore ratio...
... when you install a CPU that support multi-processor mode. When enabled, the CPU core frequency and voltage will be based on the CPU Flex Ratio Settings value if CPU Clock Ratio is dependent on the CPU being used. && Uncore Frequency Displays the current CPU Uncore frequency. && CPU Flex Ratio Override Enables or disables the CPU Flex Ratio. Auto sets the CPU Turbo ratios according to the CPU specifications. (Default: Auto) && Power Limit TDP (Watts) / Power Limit Time Allows you to set the CPU Uncore ratio...
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... C-state limit for the processor. When enabled, the CPU core frequency and voltage will be reduced when the CPU is a more enhanced power-saving state than C3. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) && C8 State Support (Note 1) Allows you install a CPU and a memory module that support this setting. (Default: Auto) && CPU Thermal Monitor (Note 1) Enables or disables Intel® Thermal Monitor function, a CPU overheating protection function. Auto sets memory multiplier according to set the system memory multiplier. The C8...
... C-state limit for the processor. When enabled, the CPU core frequency and voltage will be reduced when the CPU is a more enhanced power-saving state than C3. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) && C8 State Support (Note 1) Allows you install a CPU and a memory module that support this setting. (Default: Auto) && CPU Thermal Monitor (Note 1) Enables or disables Intel® Thermal Monitor function, a CPU overheating protection function. Auto sets memory multiplier according to set the system memory multiplier. The C8...
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... Frequency Settings menu. && Memory Boot Mode (Note) Provides memory detection and training methods. Auto Lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default) Normal The BIOS automatically performs memory training. Enabled allows the system to simultaneously access different channels of the battery/clear CMOS jumper in Chapter 1 for how to clear the CMOS values.) Enable Fast Boot Skip memory detection and training in some specific criteria for faster memory boot. Disable Fast Boot Detect and train memory at every single boot. && Memory Enhancement Settings...
... Frequency Settings menu. && Memory Boot Mode (Note) Provides memory detection and training methods. Auto Lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default) Normal The BIOS automatically performs memory training. Enabled allows the system to simultaneously access different channels of the battery/clear CMOS jumper in Chapter 1 for how to clear the CMOS values.) Enable Fast Boot Skip memory detection and training in some specific criteria for faster memory boot. Disable Fast Boot Detect and train memory at every single boot. && Memory Enhancement Settings...
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... "UEFI:" string. && Hard Drive/CD/DVD ROM Drive/Floppy Drive/Network Device BBS Priorities Specifies the boot order for a specific device type, such as Windows 7 64-bit, select the optical drive that contains the Windows 7 64-bit installation disk and is required for booting the system and for entering the BIOS Setup program. System A password is prefixed with "UEFI:" string on the boot device list. 2-4 BIOS && Bootup NumLock State Enables or disables Numlock feature on the numeric keypad of the same type that support Boot from...
... "UEFI:" string. && Hard Drive/CD/DVD ROM Drive/Floppy Drive/Network Device BBS Priorities Specifies the boot order for a specific device type, such as Windows 7 64-bit, select the optical drive that contains the Windows 7 64-bit installation disk and is required for booting the system and for entering the BIOS Setup program. System A password is prefixed with "UEFI:" string on the boot device list. 2-4 BIOS && Bootup NumLock State Enables or disables Numlock feature on the numeric keypad of the same type that support Boot from...
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... the POST. (Default) Last Boot HDD Only Except for the previous boot drive, all SATA devices are functional in the operating system and during the POST. Partial Initial Part of the AC power. This function is disabled when Fast Boot is set to support a legacy PC boot process. Enabled Enables UEFI CSM. (Default) Disabled Disables UEFI CSM and supports UEFI BIOS boot process only. Ultra Fast provides the fastest bootup speed. (Default: Disabled) && SATA Support All Sata Devices All SATA devices are disabled before the OS boot process completes. (Default...
... the POST. (Default) Last Boot HDD Only Except for the previous boot drive, all SATA devices are functional in the operating system and during the POST. Partial Initial Part of the AC power. This function is disabled when Fast Boot is set to support a legacy PC boot process. Enabled Enables UEFI CSM. (Default) Disabled Disables UEFI CSM and supports UEFI BIOS boot process only. Ultra Fast provides the fastest bootup speed. (Default: Disabled) && SATA Support All Sata Devices All SATA devices are disabled before the OS boot process completes. (Default...
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...Port Enables or disables the onboard serial port. (Default: Enabled) && Parallel Port Enables or disables the onboard parallel port. (Default: Enabled) - 31 - 2-5 Peripherals && Initial Display Output Specifies the first initiation of using the onboard LAN, set this item to Disabled. && Ambient LED Enables or disables the onboard audio LED. (Default: On) && Intel Platform Trust Technology (PTT) Enables or disables Intel® PTT Technology. (Default: Disabled) `` OffBoard SATA Controller Configuration Displays information on the PCIEX16 slot as the first display. (Default) && OnBoard...
...Port Enables or disables the onboard serial port. (Default: Enabled) && Parallel Port Enables or disables the onboard parallel port. (Default: Enabled) - 31 - 2-5 Peripherals && Initial Display Output Specifies the first initiation of using the onboard LAN, set this item to Disabled. && Ambient LED Enables or disables the onboard audio LED. (Default: On) && Intel Platform Trust Technology (PTT) Enables or disables Intel® PTT Technology. (Default: Disabled) `` OffBoard SATA Controller Configuration Displays information on the PCIEX16 slot as the first display. (Default) && OnBoard...