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Motherboard GA-H170-D3H GA-H170-D3H DDR3 Motherboard GA-H170-D3H GA-H170-D3H DDR3 Aug. 3, 2015 Aug. 3, 2015 Copyright © 2016 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. Disclaimer Information in the use of GIGABYTE. No part of this : "REV: X.X." Check your motherboard looks like this manual may be reproduced, copied, translated, transmitted, or published in any form or by any means without GIGABYTE... owners. For example, "REV: 1.0" means the revision of the motherboard is protected by GIGABYTE without prior notice. Example: The trademarks mentioned in this manual may ...
Motherboard GA-H170-D3H GA-H170-D3H DDR3 Motherboard GA-H170-D3H GA-H170-D3H DDR3 Aug. 3, 2015 Aug. 3, 2015 Copyright © 2016 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. Disclaimer Information in the use of GIGABYTE. No part of this : "REV: X.X." Check your motherboard looks like this manual may be reproduced, copied, translated, transmitted, or published in any form or by any means without GIGABYTE... owners. For example, "REV: 1.0" means the revision of the motherboard is protected by GIGABYTE without prior notice. Example: The trademarks mentioned in this manual may ...
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Table of Contents GA-H170-D3H Motherboard Layout 4 GA-H170-D3H DDR3 Motherboard Layout 5 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 6 1-1 Installation Precautions 6 1-2 Product Specifications 7 1-3 Installing the CPU 10 1-4 Installing the Memory 10 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card 11 1-6 Back Panel Connectors 11 1-7 ...
Table of Contents GA-H170-D3H Motherboard Layout 4 GA-H170-D3H DDR3 Motherboard Layout 5 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 6 1-1 Installation Precautions 6 1-2 Product Specifications 7 1-3 Installing the CPU 10 1-4 Installing the Memory 10 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card 11 1-6 Back Panel Connectors 11 1-7 ...
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... depend on the product package you obtain. The box contents are subject to PCI Bridge M_BIOS B_BIOS CLR_CMOS 5 4 SATA3 SPDIF_O COMA THB_C Box Contents 55 GA-H170-D3H motherboard 55 Motherboard driver disk 55 User's Manual TPM F_USB2 F_USB1 SYS_FAN2 F_PANEL 55 Two SATA cables 55 I /O PCIEX1_2 BAT PCIEX4 PCI2 CODEC PCI3 F_AUDIO Intel®...
... depend on the product package you obtain. The box contents are subject to PCI Bridge M_BIOS B_BIOS CLR_CMOS 5 4 SATA3 SPDIF_O COMA THB_C Box Contents 55 GA-H170-D3H motherboard 55 Motherboard driver disk 55 User's Manual TPM F_USB2 F_USB1 SYS_FAN2 F_PANEL 55 Two SATA cables 55 I /O PCIEX1_2 BAT PCIEX4 PCI2 CODEC PCI3 F_AUDIO Intel®...
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The box contents are for reference only and the actual items shall depend on the product package you obtain. GA-H170-D3H DDR3 Motherboard Layout DVI VGA KB_MS_USB SYS_FAN1 ATX_12V CPU_FAN CPU_OPT LGA1151 SYS_FAN3 HDMI ATX R_USB30 M2A_32G M.2 DDR3_4 DDR3_2 DDR3_3 DDR3_1 F_USB30_2 F_USB30_1 USB30_LAN 2 0 3 1 SATA3 SATA EXPRESS AUDIO ...
The box contents are for reference only and the actual items shall depend on the product package you obtain. GA-H170-D3H DDR3 Motherboard Layout DVI VGA KB_MS_USB SYS_FAN1 ATX_12V CPU_FAN CPU_OPT LGA1151 SYS_FAN3 HDMI ATX R_USB30 M2A_32G M.2 DDR3_4 DDR3_2 DDR3_3 DDR3_1 F_USB30_2 F_USB30_1 USB30_LAN 2 0 3 1 SATA3 SATA EXPRESS AUDIO ...
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...off. •• Before turning on the power, make sure they are connected tightly and securely. •• When handling the motherboard, avoid touching any installation steps or have a problem related to the use of the product, please consult a certified computer technician. •...shielding container. •• Before connecting or unplugging the power supply cable from the power outlet before installing or removing the motherboard or other hardware components. •• When connecting hardware components to the internal connectors on the computer power during the ...
...off. •• Before turning on the power, make sure they are connected tightly and securely. •• When handling the motherboard, avoid touching any installation steps or have a problem related to the use of the product, please consult a certified computer technician. •...shielding container. •• Before connecting or unplugging the power supply cable from the power outlet before installing or removing the motherboard or other hardware components. •• When connecting hardware components to the internal connectors on the computer power during the ...
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Cloud Station - AutoGreen - GA-H170-D3H GA-H170-D3H DDR3 Please visit GIGABYTE's website for APP Center * Available applications in APP Center may also vary depending on the cooler you install. 2 x 128 Mbit flash Use of ... * G IGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to download the latest version of each application may vary by motherboard model. Smart Backup - Please visit the Support\Utility List page on GIGABYTE's website to the product specifications and product-related information without prior notice. Hardware Monitor ...
Cloud Station - AutoGreen - GA-H170-D3H GA-H170-D3H DDR3 Please visit GIGABYTE's website for APP Center * Available applications in APP Center may also vary depending on the cooler you install. 2 x 128 Mbit flash Use of ... * G IGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to download the latest version of each application may vary by motherboard model. Smart Backup - Please visit the Support\Utility List page on GIGABYTE's website to the product specifications and product-related information without prior notice. Hardware Monitor ...
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...guidelines before you begin to install the memory: •• Make sure that the motherboard supports the memory. It is installed, the BIOS will double the original memory bandwidth. Please visit GIGABYTE's website for details on the CPU. It is not installed, otherwise overheating and damage... Installing the CPU Read the following guidelines before you begin to install the CPU: •• Make sure that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) •• Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from...
...guidelines before you begin to install the memory: •• Make sure that the motherboard supports the memory. It is installed, the BIOS will double the original memory bandwidth. Please visit GIGABYTE's website for details on the CPU. It is not installed, otherwise overheating and damage... Installing the CPU Read the following guidelines before you begin to install the CPU: •• Make sure that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) •• Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from...
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... USB devices. Use this port. Connect a monitor that came with two or four memory modules, it is installed. 2. j Only for GA-H170-D3H. When enabling Dual Channel mode with your expansion card. •• Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the ... for GA-H170-D3H DDR3. - 11 - Carefully read the following guidelines before installing the memory in the same colored sockets. 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card Read the following guidelines before installing an expansion card to install an expansion card: •• Make sure the motherboard supports the...
... USB devices. Use this port. Connect a monitor that came with two or four memory modules, it is installed. 2. j Only for GA-H170-D3H. When enabling Dual Channel mode with your expansion card. •• Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the ... for GA-H170-D3H DDR3. - 11 - Carefully read the following guidelines before installing the memory in the same colored sockets. 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card Read the following guidelines before installing an expansion card to install an expansion card: •• Make sure the motherboard supports the...
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...the actual resolutions supported depend on your device and then remove it from the connector. For better sound quality, it straight out from the motherboard. •• When removing the cable, pull it is HDCP compliant and supports Dolby True HD and DTS HD Master Audio formats.... Use this port. Connect a monitor that you must install motherboard drivers in the operating system first. •• After installing the HDMI device, make sure to set the default sound playback device to ...
...the actual resolutions supported depend on your device and then remove it from the connector. For better sound quality, it straight out from the motherboard. •• When removing the cable, pull it is HDCP compliant and supports Dolby True HD and DTS HD Master Audio formats.... Use this port. Connect a monitor that you must install motherboard drivers in the operating system first. •• After installing the HDMI device, make sure to set the default sound playback device to ...
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...) SPDIF_O 12) F_USB30_1/F_USB30_2 13) F_USB1/F_USB2 14) TPM 15) THB_C 16) COMA 17) CLR_CMOS 18) BAT Read the following guidelines before turning on the motherboard. - 13 - Unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the devices. •• After installing the device and before connecting external...
...) SPDIF_O 12) F_USB30_1/F_USB30_2 13) F_USB1/F_USB2 14) TPM 15) THB_C 16) COMA 17) CLR_CMOS 18) BAT Read the following guidelines before turning on the motherboard. - 13 - Unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the devices. •• After installing the device and before connecting external...
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... that a power supply that a system fan be installed inside the chassis. 1 CPU_FAN CPU_FAN: Pin No. Do not place a jumper cap on this motherboard are 4-pin. If the 12V power connector is not connected, the computer will not start. Most fan headers possess a foolproof insertion design. The speed ...fan speed control design. Before connecting the power connector, first make sure the power supply is turned off and all the components on the motherboard. The 12V power connector mainly supplies power to the power connector in the correct orientation. GND (Only for 2x4-pin 12V) 5 GND ...
... that a power supply that a system fan be installed inside the chassis. 1 CPU_FAN CPU_FAN: Pin No. Do not place a jumper cap on this motherboard are 4-pin. If the 12V power connector is not connected, the computer will not start. Most fan headers possess a foolproof insertion design. The speed ...fan speed control design. Before connecting the power connector, first make sure the power supply is turned off and all the components on the motherboard. The 12V power connector mainly supplies power to the power connector in the correct orientation. GND (Only for 2x4-pin 12V) 5 GND ...
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... of SSD SATA Express M.2 SATA SSD r a a M.2 PCIe x4 SSD a a a M.2 PCIe x2 SSD a a _ 0 aF a: Supported, r: Not supported. a r - Refer to unfasten the screw and nut from the motherboard. a a - B S_ B 8) M2A_32G (M.2 Socket 3 Connector) The M.2 connector supports M.2 SATA SSDs and M.2 PCIe SSDs and support RAID configuration through the Intel® Chipset. Step 1: Use a screw driver...
... of SSD SATA Express M.2 SATA SSD r a a M.2 PCIe x4 SSD a a a M.2 PCIe x2 SSD a a _ 0 aF a: Supported, r: Not supported. a r - Refer to unfasten the screw and nut from the motherboard. a a - B S_ B 8) M2A_32G (M.2 Socket 3 Connector) The M.2 connector supports M.2 SATA SSDs and M.2 PCIe SSDs and support RAID configuration through the Intel® Chipset. Step 1: Use a screw driver...
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...intrusion switch/sensor on the chassis that can detect if the chassis cover has been removed. Incorrect connection between the module connector and the motherboard header will be present on both of a single plug. Definition Pin No. The system reports system startup status by chassis. Definition Pin ... front panel audio header supports Intel High Definition audio (HD) and AC'97 audio. A front panel module mainly consists of the motherboard header. or powered off when the system is detected at system startup. •• HD (Hard Drive Activity LED, Blue): ...
...intrusion switch/sensor on the chassis that can detect if the chassis cover has been removed. Incorrect connection between the module connector and the motherboard header will be present on both of a single plug. Definition Pin No. The system reports system startup status by chassis. Definition Pin ... front panel audio header supports Intel High Definition audio (HD) and AC'97 audio. A front panel module mainly consists of the motherboard header. or powered off when the system is detected at system startup. •• HD (Hard Drive Activity LED, Blue): ...
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...outlet to prevent damage to the USB your graphics card if you to use a S/PDIF digital audio cable for digital audio output from your motherboard to the graphics card and have digital audio output from the HDMI display at the same time. B_ _ _ _B F_ S F_USB For ... wish to connect an HDMI display to your coUmputer bracket. For information about connecting the S/PDIF digital audio cable, carefully read the manual for your motherboard to USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Definition Pin No. Definition Pin No. and unplug the power __ 3 cord S_ SF _ - 18 - F_USB30 11) SPDIF_O (S/...
...outlet to prevent damage to the USB your graphics card if you to use a S/PDIF digital audio cable for digital audio output from your motherboard to the graphics card and have digital audio output from the HDMI display at the same time. B_ _ _ _B F_ S F_USB For ... wish to connect an HDMI display to your coUmputer bracket. For information about connecting the S/PDIF digital audio cable, carefully read the manual for your motherboard to USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Definition Pin No. Definition Pin No. and unplug the power __ 3 cord S_ SF _ - 18 - F_USB30 11) SPDIF_O (S/...
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... Plug in the power cord and restart your computer. •• Always turn off . When the power is turned off, the battery on the motherboard supplies the necessary power to the CMOS to keep the values (such as BIOS configurations, date, and time information) in the CMOS when the computer... battery/clear CMOS jumper in the CMOS on . Inadequate BIOS flashing may be handled in accordance with an equivalent one minute. (Or use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash or @BIOS utility. •• Q-Flash allows the user to quickly and easily upgrade or back up ). •• Used batteries must ...
... Plug in the power cord and restart your computer. •• Always turn off . When the power is turned off, the battery on the motherboard supplies the necessary power to the CMOS to keep the values (such as BIOS configurations, date, and time information) in the CMOS when the computer... battery/clear CMOS jumper in the CMOS on . Inadequate BIOS flashing may be handled in accordance with an equivalent one minute. (Or use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash or @BIOS utility. •• Q-Flash allows the user to quickly and easily upgrade or back up ). •• Used batteries must ...
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... "No". Options are : Disabled (default), 60oC/140oF, 70oC/158oF, 80oC/176oF, 90oC/194oF. && CPU/CPU OPT/System Fan Fail Warning Allows the system to the motherboard CI header. Options are : 0.75 PWM value /oC ~ 2.50 PWM value /oC. && CPU OPT Fan Speed Control (CPU_OPT Connector) Allows you to determine whether to...
... "No". Options are : Disabled (default), 60oC/140oF, 70oC/158oF, 80oC/176oF, 90oC/194oF. && CPU/CPU OPT/System Fan Fail Warning Allows the system to the motherboard CI header. Options are : 0.75 PWM value /oC ~ 2.50 PWM value /oC. && CPU OPT Fan Speed Control (CPU_OPT Connector) Allows you to determine whether to...
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... example, 1 p.m. the User level only allows you to make changes to set the desired value. && Access Level Displays the current access level depending on your motherboard model and BIOS version. The time format is week (read-only), month, date, and year. is 13:00:00. You can also select the default...
... example, 1 p.m. the User level only allows you to make changes to set the desired value. && Access Level Displays the current access level depending on your motherboard model and BIOS version. The time format is week (read-only), month, date, and year. is 13:00:00. You can also select the default...
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...(s) is recommended that you use two hard drives with identical model and capacity). (Note 2) •• Windows setup disk. •• Motherboard driver disk. •• A USB flash drive. Go to Chapter 1, "Internal Connectors," "M.2 Socket 3 Connector," for more information. To ...In BIOS Setup, go to BIOS Features and set SATA Mode Selection to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Integrated Peripherals." Turn on the motherboard. Steps: 1. C-1. Configuring the Onboard SATA Controller A. Refer to "C-2" for the configuration tables of the smallest drive Yes Before you ...
...(s) is recommended that you use two hard drives with identical model and capacity). (Note 2) •• Windows setup disk. •• Motherboard driver disk. •• A USB flash drive. Go to Chapter 1, "Internal Connectors," "M.2 Socket 3 Connector," for more information. To ...In BIOS Setup, go to BIOS Features and set SATA Mode Selection to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Integrated Peripherals." Turn on the motherboard. Steps: 1. C-1. Configuring the Onboard SATA Controller A. Refer to "C-2" for the configuration tables of the smallest drive Yes Before you ...
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... SATA RAID/AHCI driver during the Windows installation process. Then, select a RAID level. Exit in the driver disk to enter Configuration Utility". Boot from the motherboard driver disk using "Xpress Install" to be set the volume capacity. 5. After entering the CREATE VOLUME MENU screen, enter a volume name with "X"). Set the stripe...
... SATA RAID/AHCI driver during the Windows installation process. Then, select a RAID level. Exit in the driver disk to enter Configuration Utility". Boot from the motherboard driver disk using "Xpress Install" to be set the volume capacity. 5. After entering the CREATE VOLUME MENU screen, enter a volume name with "X"). Set the stripe...
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... for more software information. You can click the Xpress Install button and "Xpress Install" will automatically scan your optical drive. Please visit GIGABYTE's website for details on configuring the audio software. - 39 - 3-2 Drivers Installation • Before installing the drivers, first install the...system. (The following instructions use Windows 8.1 as the example operating system.) • After installing the operating system, insert the motherboard driver disk into your system and then list all of the drivers that are recommended to individually install the drivers you need.
... for more software information. You can click the Xpress Install button and "Xpress Install" will automatically scan your optical drive. Please visit GIGABYTE's website for details on configuring the audio software. - 39 - 3-2 Drivers Installation • Before installing the drivers, first install the...system. (The following instructions use Windows 8.1 as the example operating system.) • After installing the operating system, insert the motherboard driver disk into your system and then list all of the drivers that are recommended to individually install the drivers you need.