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GA-B85-HD3 User's Manual Rev. 2101 12ME-B85HD3-2101R
GA-B85-HD3 User's Manual Rev. 2101 12ME-B85HD3-2101R
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Motherboard GA-B85-HD3 Motherboard GA-B85-HD3 Jun. 20, 2014 Jun. 20, 2014 Copyright © 2014 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. Changes to the specifications and features in any form or by ..., translated, transmitted, or published in 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. No part...
Motherboard GA-B85-HD3 Motherboard GA-B85-HD3 Jun. 20, 2014 Jun. 20, 2014 Copyright © 2014 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. Changes to the specifications and features in any form or by ..., translated, transmitted, or published in 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. No part...
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Table of Contents GA-B85-HD3 Motherboard Layout 4 GA-B85-HD3 Motherboard Block Diagram 5 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 6 1-1 Installation Precautions 6 1-2 Product Specifications 7 1-3 Installing the CPU 9 1-4 Installing the Memory 10 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card 10 1-6 Back Panel Connectors ...
Table of Contents GA-B85-HD3 Motherboard Layout 4 GA-B85-HD3 Motherboard Block Diagram 5 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 6 1-1 Installation Precautions 6 1-2 Product Specifications 7 1-3 Installing the CPU 9 1-4 Installing the Memory 10 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card 10 1-6 Back Panel Connectors ...
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...depend on the product package you obtain. GA-B85-HD3 Motherboard Layout KB_MS_USB ATX_12V_2X4 CPU_FAN DVI VGA SYS_FAN1 SYS_FAN2 DDR3_4 DDR3_2 DDR3_3 DDR3_1 SYS_FAN3 F_USB30 LGA1150 ATX HDMI R_USB30 USB_LAN AUDIO Realtek® GbE LAN PCIEX16 BAT GA-B85-HD3 CODEC PCIEX1_1 PCIEX1_2 PCIEX4 iTE® ...Super I/O PCI1 PCI2 SPDIF_IN PCIe to PCI Bridge Intel® B85 SATA3 1 0 32 SATA2 5 4 M_BIOS B_BIOS CLR_CMOS F_AUDIO SPDIF_O COMA LPT...
...depend on the product package you obtain. GA-B85-HD3 Motherboard Layout KB_MS_USB ATX_12V_2X4 CPU_FAN DVI VGA SYS_FAN1 SYS_FAN2 DDR3_4 DDR3_2 DDR3_3 DDR3_1 SYS_FAN3 F_USB30 LGA1150 ATX HDMI R_USB30 USB_LAN AUDIO Realtek® GbE LAN PCIEX16 BAT GA-B85-HD3 CODEC PCIEX1_1 PCIEX1_2 PCIEX4 iTE® ...Super I/O PCI1 PCI2 SPDIF_IN PCIe to PCI Bridge Intel® B85 SATA3 1 0 32 SATA2 5 4 M_BIOS B_BIOS CLR_CMOS F_AUDIO SPDIF_O COMA LPT...
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GA-B85-HD3 Motherboard Block Diagram 1 PCI Express x16 PCIe CLK (100 MHz) DVI-D HDMI LGA1150 CPU CPU CLK+/- (100 MHz) DDR3 1600/1333 MHz Dual Channel Memory ... 2.0 FDI LAN RJ45 PCIe CLK (100 MHz) Realtek® GbE LAN PCI Express Bus x1 x1 x1 x4 x1 PCIe to PCI Bridge Intel® B85 D-Sub Dual BIOS 2 SATA 3Gb/s 4 SATA 6Gb/s 4 USB 3.0/2.0 8 USB 2.0/1.1 2 PCI Express x1 PCI Bus 1 PCI Express x4 CODEC LPC Bus LPT iTE® Super I/O COM...
GA-B85-HD3 Motherboard Block Diagram 1 PCI Express x16 PCIe CLK (100 MHz) DVI-D HDMI LGA1150 CPU CPU CLK+/- (100 MHz) DDR3 1600/1333 MHz Dual Channel Memory ... 2.0 FDI LAN RJ45 PCIe CLK (100 MHz) Realtek® GbE LAN PCI Express Bus x1 x1 x1 x4 x1 PCIe to PCI Bridge Intel® B85 D-Sub Dual BIOS 2 SATA 3Gb/s 4 SATA 6Gb/s 4 USB 3.0/2.0 8 USB 2.0/1.1 2 PCI Express x1 PCI Bus 1 PCI Express x4 CODEC LPC Bus LPT iTE® Super I/O COM...
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Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 1-1 Installation Precautions The motherboard contains numerous delicate electronic circuits and components which can lead to damage to system components as well as physical harm to the user. •• If you are connected. •• To prevent damage to the motherboard, do not remove or break motherboard S/N (Serial Number) sticker or warranty sticker provided by your dealer. If you do not have an ESD wrist strap, keep your hardware components are uncertain about any metal leads or connectors. •• It is suitable for warranty ...
Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 1-1 Installation Precautions The motherboard contains numerous delicate electronic circuits and components which can lead to damage to system components as well as physical harm to the user. •• If you are connected. •• To prevent damage to the motherboard, do not remove or break motherboard S/N (Serial Number) sticker or warranty sticker provided by your dealer. If you do not have an ESD wrist strap, keep your hardware components are uncertain about any metal leads or connectors. •• It is suitable for warranty ...
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...processors/Intel® Celeron® processors in the LGA1150 package (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) L3 cache varies with CPU Chipset Intel® B85 Express Chipset Memory Onboard Graphics Audio 4 x DDR3 DIMM...1333 MHz memory modules Support for non-ECC memory modules Support for Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory modules (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory modules.) Integrated Graphics Processor: - 1 x D-Sub port, supporting a maximum ...
...processors/Intel® Celeron® processors in the LGA1150 package (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) L3 cache varies with CPU Chipset Intel® B85 Express Chipset Memory Onboard Graphics Audio 4 x DDR3 DIMM...1333 MHz memory modules Support for non-ECC memory modules Support for Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory modules (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory modules.) Integrated Graphics Processor: - 1 x D-Sub port, supporting a maximum ...
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USB Blocker - 8 - Internal Connectors Back Panel Connectors 1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector 1 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector 4 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors 2 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors 1 x CPU fan header 3 x system fan headers 1 x front panel header 1 x front panel audio header 1 x S/PDIF Out header 1 x S/PDIF In header 1 x USB 3.0/2.0 header 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers 1 x serial port header 1 x parallel port header ...
USB Blocker - 8 - Internal Connectors Back Panel Connectors 1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector 1 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector 4 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors 2 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors 1 x CPU fan header 3 x system fan headers 1 x front panel header 1 x front panel audio header 1 x S/PDIF Out header 1 x S/PDIF In header 1 x USB 3.0/2.0 header 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers 1 x serial port header 1 x parallel port header ...
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...computer and unplug the power cord from the load plate automatically during the process of the CPU Socket Triangle Pin One Marking on GIGABYTE's website to the product specifications and product-related information without prior notice. * Please visit the Support & Downloads\Utility page...) Intel® Rapid Start Technology Intel® Smart Connect Technology Support for Windows 8.1/8/7 ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 19cm * GIGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to check the supported operating system(s) for the software listed in accordance with the CPU specifications. Fast...
...computer and unplug the power cord from the load plate automatically during the process of the CPU Socket Triangle Pin One Marking on GIGABYTE's website to the product specifications and product-related information without prior notice. * Please visit the Support & Downloads\Utility page...) Intel® Rapid Start Technology Intel® Smart Connect Technology Support for Windows 8.1/8/7 ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 19cm * GIGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to check the supported operating system(s) for the software listed in accordance with the CPU specifications. Fast...
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... supports a maximum resolution of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be enabled if only one direction. Dual Channel mode cannot be used. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for USB devices such as following: Channel A: DDR3_2, DDR3_4 Channel B: DDR3_1, DDR3_3 Due to install the memory: •• Make sure that memory of...
... supports a maximum resolution of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be enabled if only one direction. Dual Channel mode cannot be used. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for USB devices such as following: Channel A: DDR3_2, DDR3_4 Channel B: DDR3_1, DDR3_3 Due to install the memory: •• Make sure that memory of...
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HDMI Port The HDMI port is occurring LAN Port Off 10 Mbps data rate Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out Jack (Orange) Use this port for a headphone or 2-channel speaker. Triple-Display Configurations for line in devices such as a USB keyboard/mouse, USB printer, USB flash drive and etc. Only dual-display configurations are dependent on hardware specification). Use this audio jack to connect center/subwoofer speakers in a 4/5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration. Rear Speaker Out Jack (Black) This jack can be used to connect front speakers in a 5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration....
HDMI Port The HDMI port is occurring LAN Port Off 10 Mbps data rate Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out Jack (Orange) Use this port for a headphone or 2-channel speaker. Triple-Display Configurations for line in devices such as a USB keyboard/mouse, USB printer, USB flash drive and etc. Only dual-display configurations are dependent on hardware specification). Use this audio jack to connect center/subwoofer speakers in a 4/5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration. Rear Speaker Out Jack (Black) This jack can be used to connect front speakers in a 5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration....
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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 attached to 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. - 12 - 1-7 Internal Connectors 1 3 2 7 4 13 4 5 6 10 9 11 15 16 12 8 14 1) ATX_12V_2X4 2) ATX 3) CPU_FAN 4) SYS_FAN1/2/3 5) SATA3 0/1/2/3 6) SATA2 4/5 7) BAT 8) ...
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 attached to 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. - 12 - 1-7 Internal Connectors 1 3 2 7 4 13 4 5 6 10 9 11 15 16 12 8 14 1) ATX_12V_2X4 2) ATX 3) CPU_FAN 4) SYS_FAN1/2/3 5) SATA3 0/1/2/3 6) SATA2 4/5 7) BAT 8) ...
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1/2) ATX_12V_2X4/ATX (2x4 12V Power Connector and 2x12 Main Power Connector) With the use of the power connector, the power supply can lead to an unstable or unbootable system. If a power supply is turned off and all the components on the motherboard. The speed control function requires the use of a fan with fan speed control design. Connect the power supply cable to connect it in the correct orientation. ATX_12V_2X4: 5 8 1 4 ATX_12V_2X4 Pin No. 1 2 3 Definition Pin No. CPU_FAN: Pin No. Before connecting the power connector, first make sure the power supply ...
1/2) ATX_12V_2X4/ATX (2x4 12V Power Connector and 2x12 Main Power Connector) With the use of the power connector, the power supply can lead to an unstable or unbootable system. If a power supply is turned off and all the components on the motherboard. The speed control function requires the use of a fan with fan speed control design. Connect the power supply cable to connect it in the correct orientation. ATX_12V_2X4: 5 8 1 4 ATX_12V_2X4 Pin No. 1 2 3 Definition Pin No. CPU_FAN: Pin No. Before connecting the power connector, first make sure the power supply ...
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1 SYS_FAN3 SYS_FAN3 Pin No. Each SATA cDoEnBnUeGctor suppoDrEtsBUaGsingle SATA device. You may hang. •• These fan headers are not configuration jumper blocks. Gently remove the battery from overheating. SATA3 PORT PORT 10 Pin No. Definition Pin No. Definition 32 1 GND 5 RXN 1 7 2 TXP 6 RXP 3 TXN 7 GND 1 7 4 GND 6) SATA2 4/5 (SATA 3Gb/s Connectors) The SATA connectors conform to the CPU or the system may clear the CMOS values by yourself or uncertain about the battery model. •• When installing the battery, note the orientation of the ...
1 SYS_FAN3 SYS_FAN3 Pin No. Each SATA cDoEnBnUeGctor suppoDrEtsBUaGsingle SATA device. You may hang. •• These fan headers are not configuration jumper blocks. Gently remove the battery from overheating. SATA3 PORT PORT 10 Pin No. Definition Pin No. Definition 32 1 GND 5 RXN 1 7 2 TXP 6 RXP 3 TXN 7 GND 1 7 4 GND 6) SATA2 4/5 (SATA 3Gb/s Connectors) The SATA connectors conform to the CPU or the system may clear the CMOS values by yourself or uncertain about the battery model. •• When installing the battery, note the orientation of the ...
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8) F_PANEL (Front Panel Header) Connect the power switch, reset switch, speaker, chassis intrusion switch/sensor and system status indicator on the chassis to this header, make sure the wire assignments and the pin assignments are matched correctly. - 15 - Press the reset switch to restart the computer if the computer freezes and fails to perform a normal restart. • CI (Chassis Intrusion Header, Gray): Connects to the power status indicator on the chassis that can detect if the chassis cover has been removed. RESRES+ CICI+ PWR_LED+ PWR_LEDPWR_LED- You may differ by issuing ...
8) F_PANEL (Front Panel Header) Connect the power switch, reset switch, speaker, chassis intrusion switch/sensor and system status indicator on the chassis to this header, make sure the wire assignments and the pin assignments are matched correctly. - 15 - Press the reset switch to restart the computer if the computer freezes and fails to perform a normal restart. • CI (Chassis Intrusion Header, Gray): Connects to the power status indicator on the chassis that can detect if the chassis cover has been removed. RESRES+ CICI+ PWR_LED+ PWR_LEDPWR_LED- You may differ by issuing ...
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Make sure the wire assignments of the module connector match the pin assignments of the front and back panel audio connections simultaneously. •• 1Some chassis provide a front panel audio module that supports digital audio out via an optionSal S/PDIF In cable. Definition 1 1 2 3 1 Power S B_ S 2 SPDIFI B 3 GND 11) SPDIF_O (S/PDIF Out Header) This header supports digital S/PDIF Out and connects a S/PDIF digital audio ca_blSe (provided by default. B_ Definition Pin No. B_ B S••S Audio signals will make the device unable to this header. For information...
Make sure the wire assignments of the module connector match the pin assignments of the front and back panel audio connections simultaneously. •• 1Some chassis provide a front panel audio module that supports digital audio out via an optionSal S/PDIF In cable. Definition 1 1 2 3 1 Power S B_ S 2 SPDIFI B 3 GND 11) SPDIF_O (S/PDIF Out Header) This header supports digital S/PDIF Out and connects a S/PDIF digital audio ca_blSe (provided by default. B_ Definition Pin No. B_ B S••S Audio signals will make the device unable to this header. For information...
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Definition 1 VBUS Pin No. Each USB header can provide two USB ports. F_ - 17 - Definition Pin No. F_USB30 13) FTh_eUhSeBa3de0r(cUoSnfBor3m.s0/t2o.0UGS.HQBeBa3Od.F0Me/2r.)0 specification and can provide two USB ports via an optional USB bracket. Pin No. Definition 1 Power (5V) 6 USB DY+ 9 1 2 Power (5V) 7 GND 10 2 3 USB DX- 8 GND 4 USB DY- 9 No Pin 5 USB DX+ 10 NC 1 •• Do not plug the IEEE 1394 bracket (2x5-pin) cable into the USB header. •• Prior to installing the USB bracket, be sure to turn off your computer and unplug the ...
Definition 1 VBUS Pin No. Each USB header can provide two USB ports. F_ - 17 - Definition Pin No. F_USB30 13) FTh_eUhSeBa3de0r(cUoSnfBor3m.s0/t2o.0UGS.HQBeBa3Od.F0Me/2r.)0 specification and can provide two USB ports via an optional USB bracket. Pin No. Definition 1 Power (5V) 6 USB DY+ 9 1 2 Power (5V) 7 GND 10 2 3 USB DX- 8 GND 4 USB DY- 9 No Pin 5 USB DX+ 10 NC 1 •• Do not plug the IEEE 1394 bracket (2x5-pin) cable into the USB header. •• Prior to installing the USB bracket, be sure to turn off your computer and unplug the ...
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For purchasing the optional LPT port cable, please contact the local dealer. Definition Pin No. 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. •...
For purchasing the optional LPT port cable, please contact the local dealer. Definition Pin No. 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. •...
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Incorrectly doing overclock/overvoltage may result in system's failure to accept or enter a sub-menu. Whether the system will appear when the computer boots. (Sample BIOS Version: F1d) Function Keys On the main menu of these components. This section provides information on your system to its defaults. •• The BIOS Setup menus described in damage to CPU, chipset, or memory and reduce the useful life of the BIOS Setup program, press arrow keys to move among the items and press to boot. If this chapter are for advanced users only and we recommend you not to alter the ...
Incorrectly doing overclock/overvoltage may result in system's failure to accept or enter a sub-menu. Whether the system will appear when the computer boots. (Sample BIOS Version: F1d) Function Keys On the main menu of these components. This section provides information on your system to its defaults. •• The BIOS Setup menus described in damage to CPU, chipset, or memory and reduce the useful life of the BIOS Setup program, press arrow keys to move among the items and press to boot. If this chapter are for advanced users only and we recommend you not to alter the ...
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When the CPU current exceeds the specified current limit, the CPU will automatically reduce the core frequency in order to reduce the current. When the CPU power consumption exceeds the specified power limit, the CPU will automatically reduce the core frequency in an Intel® multi-core CPU (the number of active cores. Auto sets the power limit according to set the CPU Turbo ratios for different number of CPU cores may vary by using certain CPUs. (Default: Auto) && CPU PLL Selection Allows you to alter the clock ratio for increased performance by CPU). Auto lets...
When the CPU current exceeds the specified current limit, the CPU will automatically reduce the core frequency in order to reduce the current. When the CPU power consumption exceeds the specified power limit, the CPU will automatically reduce the core frequency in an Intel® multi-core CPU (the number of active cores. Auto sets the power limit according to set the CPU Turbo ratios for different number of CPU cores may vary by using certain CPUs. (Default: Auto) && CPU PLL Selection Allows you to alter the clock ratio for increased performance by CPU). Auto lets...