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..., or published in this manual may be made by any form or by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. Identifying Your Motherboard Revision The revision number on our website at: http://www.gigabyte.com. For example, "REV: 1.0" means the revision of the motherboard is the property of this : "REV: X.X." All rights reserved. No part of...
..., or published in this manual may be made by any form or by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. Identifying Your Motherboard Revision The revision number on our website at: http://www.gigabyte.com. For example, "REV: 1.0" means the revision of the motherboard is the property of this : "REV: X.X." All rights reserved. No part of...
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Table of Contents Box Contents...6 Optional Items...6 GA-H67N-USB3-B3 Motherboard Layout 7 GA-H67N-USB3-B3 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 ...
Table of Contents Box Contents...6 Optional Items...6 GA-H67N-USB3-B3 Motherboard Layout 7 GA-H67N-USB3-B3 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 ...
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The box contents are for reference only. Box Contents GA-H67N-USB3-B3 motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual Quick Installation Guide Two SATA cables I/O Shield •• The box contents above are subject to change without notice. •• The motherboard image is for reference only and the actual items shall depend on the product package you obtain. Optional Items 2-port USB 2.0 bracket (Part No. 12CR1-1UB030-5*R) 2-port SATA power cable (Part No. 12CF1-2SERPW-0*R) - 6 -
The box contents are for reference only. Box Contents GA-H67N-USB3-B3 motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual Quick Installation Guide Two SATA cables I/O Shield •• The box contents above are subject to change without notice. •• The motherboard image is for reference only and the actual items shall depend on the product package you obtain. Optional Items 2-port USB 2.0 bracket (Part No. 12CR1-1UB030-5*R) 2-port SATA power cable (Part No. 12CF1-2SERPW-0*R) - 6 -
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GA-H67N-USB3-B3 Motherboard Layout SYS_FAN SATA2_2 SATA2_3 SATA3_0 SATA3_1 F_PANEL R_SPDIF CLR_CMOS VGA_HDMI Intel® H67 F_USB2 F_USB1 iTE IT8728 USB_HDMI ATX_12V USB_ESATA Renesas D720200 USB30_LAN Realtek RTL8111E (Note 1) CPU_FAN SPDIF_O AUDIO F_AUDIO CODEC LGA1155 GA-H67N-USB3-B3 PHASE LED DDR3_1 DDR3_2 ATX BAT PCIEX16 M_BIOS B_BIOS (Note 2) (Note 1) The LAN chip is located on the back of the motherboard. (Note 2) The BIOS flash ROM is located below the latch on the PCIEX16 slot. - 7 -
GA-H67N-USB3-B3 Motherboard Layout SYS_FAN SATA2_2 SATA2_3 SATA3_0 SATA3_1 F_PANEL R_SPDIF CLR_CMOS VGA_HDMI Intel® H67 F_USB2 F_USB1 iTE IT8728 USB_HDMI ATX_12V USB_ESATA Renesas D720200 USB30_LAN Realtek RTL8111E (Note 1) CPU_FAN SPDIF_O AUDIO F_AUDIO CODEC LGA1155 GA-H67N-USB3-B3 PHASE LED DDR3_1 DDR3_2 ATX BAT PCIEX16 M_BIOS B_BIOS (Note 2) (Note 1) The LAN chip is located on the back of the motherboard. (Note 2) The BIOS flash ROM is located below the latch on the PCIEX16 slot. - 7 -
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GA-H67N-USB3-B3 Motherboard Block Diagram 1 PCI Express x16 PCIe CLK (100 MHz) LGA1155 CPU CPU CLK+/- (100 MHz) DDR3 1333/1066/800 MHz Dual Channel Memory DMI Interface FDI Interface PCI Express Bus x16 LAN 2 USB 3.0/2.0 RJ45 Realtek RTL8111E Renesas D720200 PCI Express Bus x1 x1 Intel® H67 HDMI D-Sub Dual BIOS 2 SATA 6Gb/s 3 SATA 3Gb/s 8 USB 2.0/1.1 CODEC LPC Bus iTE IT8728 Surround Speaker Out Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out Side Speaker Out MIC Line Out Line In S/PDIF Out - 8 -
GA-H67N-USB3-B3 Motherboard Block Diagram 1 PCI Express x16 PCIe CLK (100 MHz) LGA1155 CPU CPU CLK+/- (100 MHz) DDR3 1333/1066/800 MHz Dual Channel Memory DMI Interface FDI Interface PCI Express Bus x16 LAN 2 USB 3.0/2.0 RJ45 Realtek RTL8111E Renesas D720200 PCI Express Bus x1 x1 Intel® H67 HDMI D-Sub Dual BIOS 2 SATA 6Gb/s 3 SATA 3Gb/s 8 USB 2.0/1.1 CODEC LPC Bus iTE IT8728 Surround Speaker Out Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out Side Speaker Out MIC Line Out Line In S/PDIF Out - 8 -
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...temperature environment. •• Turning on the power, make sure they are connected tightly and securely. •• When handling the motherboard, avoid touching any installation steps or have it on top of an antistatic pad or within an electrostatic shielding container. •• ... the AC power by your hands dry and first touch a metal object to eliminate static electricity. •• Prior to installing the motherboard, please have a problem related to wear an electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap when handling electronic com- ponents such as a result of...
...temperature environment. •• Turning on the power, make sure they are connected tightly and securely. •• When handling the motherboard, avoid touching any installation steps or have it on top of an antistatic pad or within an electrostatic shielding container. •• ... the AC power by your hands dry and first touch a metal object to eliminate static electricity. •• Prior to installing the motherboard, please have a problem related to wear an electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap when handling electronic com- ponents such as a result of...
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... Center Support for Xpress Install Support for Xpress Recovery2 Support for EasyTune * Available functions in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model. Support for Dynamic Energy Saver™ 2 Support for Smart 6™ Support for Auto Green Support fo...
... Center Support for Xpress Install Support for Xpress Recovery2 Support for EasyTune * Available functions in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model. Support for Dynamic Energy Saver™ 2 Support for Smart 6™ Support for Auto Green Support fo...
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...recommended that the system bus frequency be inserted if oriented incorrectly. (Or you begin to install the CPU: •• Make sure that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to your hardware specifications including the CPU, graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc. 1-3-1 Installing the CPU A. If... you wish to set beyond the standard specifications, please do so according to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. age of the CPU Socket LGA1155 CPU Notch Notch Triangle Pin One Marking on the CPU. Hardware Installation
...recommended that the system bus frequency be inserted if oriented incorrectly. (Or you begin to install the CPU: •• Make sure that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to your hardware specifications including the CPU, graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc. 1-3-1 Installing the CPU A. If... you wish to set beyond the standard specifications, please do so according to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. age of the CPU Socket LGA1155 CPU Notch Notch Triangle Pin One Marking on the CPU. Hardware Installation
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... base portion. Step 5: Push the CPU socket lever back into position. When replacing the load plate, make sure to correctly install the CPU into the motherboard CPU socket. Follow the steps below to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the socket with your finger. Before installing the...
... base portion. Step 5: Push the CPU socket lever back into position. When replacing the load plate, make sure to correctly install the CPU into the motherboard CPU socket. Follow the steps below to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the socket with your finger. Before installing the...
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...Step 1: Apply an even and thin layer of thermal grease on the surface of the CPU cooler to the CPU fan header (CPU_FAN) on the motherboard. Hardware Installation Step 4: You should hear a "click" when pushing down on the male push pin. (Turning the push pin along the direction of the... motherboard. Inadequately removing the CPU cooler may adhere to remove the cooler, on the motherboard. Push down each push pin. Check that the Male and Female push pins are joined closely. (Refer to your...
...Step 1: Apply an even and thin layer of thermal grease on the surface of the CPU cooler to the CPU fan header (CPU_FAN) on the motherboard. Hardware Installation Step 4: You should hear a "click" when pushing down on the male push pin. (Turning the push pin along the direction of the... motherboard. Inadequately removing the CPU cooler may adhere to remove the cooler, on the motherboard. Push down each push pin. Check that the Male and Female push pins are joined closely. (Refer to your...
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After the memory is recommended that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. The two DDR3 memory sockets are unable to install the memory: •• Make sure that memory of the... mode with two memory modules, it is installed. 2. If you begin to insert the memory, switch the direction. 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides two DDR3 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. A memory module can be enabled if only one memory socket as following: Channel A: DDR3_1...
After the memory is recommended that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. The two DDR3 memory sockets are unable to install the memory: •• Make sure that memory of the... mode with two memory modules, it is installed. 2. If you begin to insert the memory, switch the direction. 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides two DDR3 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. A memory module can be enabled if only one memory socket as following: Channel A: DDR3_1...
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... DIMM A DDR3 memory module has a notch, so it vertically into place when the memory module is securely inserted. - 17 - Place the memory module on this motherboard. 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...
... DIMM A DDR3 memory module has a notch, so it vertically into place when the memory module is securely inserted. - 17 - Place the memory module on this motherboard. 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...
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... from the chassis back panel. 2. Align the card with a screw. 5. Secure the card's metal bracket to install an expansion card: •• Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Hardware Installation - 18 - If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to correctly install your operating system. PCI Express x16 Slot Follow the...
... from the chassis back panel. 2. Align the card with a screw. 5. Secure the card's metal bracket to install an expansion card: •• Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Hardware Installation - 18 - If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to correctly install your operating system. PCI Express x16 Slot Follow the...
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...jack to the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Refer to the instructions on configuring a RAID array. Dual Monitor Configurations for the Onboard Graphics: This motherboard provides two video output ports: D-Sub and HDMI Dual monitor configurations are supported in a 5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration. eSATA 3Gb/s Port... still MUST be connected to a back panel connector, first remove the cable from your device and then remove it from the motherboard. •• When removing the cable, pull it side to side to Chapter 5, "Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s)," for instructions...
...jack to the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Refer to the instructions on configuring a RAID array. Dual Monitor Configurations for the Onboard Graphics: This motherboard provides two video output ports: D-Sub and HDMI Dual monitor configurations are supported in a 5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration. eSATA 3Gb/s Port... still MUST be connected to a back panel connector, first remove the cable from your device and then remove it from the motherboard. •• When removing the cable, pull it side to side to Chapter 5, "Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s)," for instructions...
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... sure your devices are compliant with the connectors you wish to connect. •• Before installing the devices, be sure to the connector on the motherboard. - 21 - Unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the devices. •• After installing the device and before connecting external...
... sure your devices are compliant with the connectors you wish to connect. •• Before installing the devices, be sure to the connector on the motherboard. - 21 - 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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... orientation. To meet expansion requirements, it is used (200W or greater). If the 12V power connector is turned off and all the components on the motherboard. If a power supply is recommended that a power supply that does not provide the required power, the result can withstand high power consumption be used that...
... orientation. To meet expansion requirements, it is used (200W or greater). If the 12V power connector is turned off and all the components on the motherboard. If a power supply is recommended that a power supply that does not provide the required power, the result can withstand high power consumption be used that...
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... of purchase or local dealer if you are not configuration jumper blocks. Hardware Installation Most fan headers possess a foolproof insertion design. The motherboard supports CPU fan speed control, which requires the use a metal object like a screwdriver to prevent your computer and unplug the power cord... in damage to the CPU or the system may be installed inside the chassis. 1 CPU_FAN CPU_FAN: Pin No. 3/4) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN (Fan Headers) The motherboard has a 4-pin CPU fan header (CPU_FAN) and a 3-pin system fan header (SYS_FAN). Do not place a jumper cap on the headers. 5) ...
... of purchase or local dealer if you are not configuration jumper blocks. Hardware Installation Most fan headers possess a foolproof insertion design. The motherboard supports CPU fan speed control, which requires the use a metal object like a screwdriver to prevent your computer and unplug the power cord... in damage to the CPU or the system may be installed inside the chassis. 1 CPU_FAN CPU_FAN: Pin No. 3/4) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN (Fan Headers) The motherboard has a 4-pin CPU fan header (CPU_FAN) and a 3-pin system fan header (SYS_FAN). Do not place a jumper cap on the headers. 5) ...
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Make sure the wire assignments of the motherboard header. Definition 1 2 1 MIC2_L 2 GND 9 10 3 MIC2_R 4 -ACZ_DET 5 LINE2_R 6 GND 7 FAUDIO_JD 8 No Pin 9 LINE2_L 10 GND Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Definition MIC GND MIC Power NC Line ...; Audio signals will make the device unable to activate AC'97 functionality via an optional USB bracket. Incorrect connection between the module connector and the motherboard header will be sure to turn off your computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to this header. 9) F_AUDIO...
Make sure the wire assignments of the motherboard header. Definition 1 2 1 MIC2_L 2 GND 9 10 3 MIC2_R 4 -ACZ_DET 5 LINE2_R 6 GND 7 FAUDIO_JD 8 No Pin 9 LINE2_L 10 GND Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Definition MIC GND MIC Power NC Line ...; Audio signals will make the device unable to activate AC'97 functionality via an optional USB bracket. Incorrect connection between the module connector and the motherboard header will be sure to turn off your computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to this header. 9) F_AUDIO...
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... Always turn off your computer and unplug the power cord from the jumper. For example, some graphics cards may cause damage to the motherboard. •• After system restart, go to BIOS Setup to load factory defaults (select Load Optimized Defaults) or manually configure the ...to touch the two pins for a few seconds. For information about connecting the S/PDIF digital audio cable, carefully read the manual for your motherboard to certain expansion cards like a screwdriver to factory defaults. 11) SPDIF_O (S/PDIF Out Header) This header supports digital S/PDIF Out and connects ...
... Always turn off your computer and unplug the power cord from the jumper. For example, some graphics cards may cause damage to the motherboard. •• After system restart, go to BIOS Setup to load factory defaults (select Load Optimized Defaults) or manually configure the ...to touch the two pins for a few seconds. For information about connecting the S/PDIF digital audio cable, carefully read the manual for your motherboard to certain expansion cards like a screwdriver to factory defaults. 11) SPDIF_O (S/PDIF Out Header) This header supports digital S/PDIF Out and connects ...