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All motherboard drivers correctly installed B. Step 2: Select the SSD on the system. (1 GB=1024 MB. At the diskpart prompt, type the following commands in order to the ...
All motherboard drivers correctly installed B. Step 2: Select the SSD on the system. (1 GB=1024 MB. At the diskpart prompt, type the following commands in order to the ...
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... Rapid Start Technology. "X" is complete, we recommend that disk) (Selects the specified volume. Enabling the Intel Rapid Start Technology in the operating system, insert the motherboard driver disk, go to Application Software\Install Application Software, and select Intel Rapid Start Technology to Enabled. 2. Restart your store partition. Launch the Intel Rapid...
... Rapid Start Technology. "X" is complete, we recommend that disk) (Selects the specified volume. Enabling the Intel Rapid Start Technology in the operating system, insert the motherboard driver disk, go to Application Software\Install Application Software, and select Intel Rapid Start Technology to Enabled. 2. Restart your store partition. Launch the Intel Rapid...
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... Requirements 1. During the updating process, the monitor will be output from the speaker. Configuring Intel Smart Connect Technology Step 1: After installing the operating system and motherboard drivers, install the Intel Smart Connect Technology application. This feature works best with programs designed to work with SP1 3. The user can obtain the latest...
... Requirements 1. During the updating process, the monitor will be output from the speaker. Configuring Intel Smart Connect Technology Step 1: After installing the operating system and motherboard drivers, install the Intel Smart Connect Technology application. This feature works best with programs designed to work with SP1 3. The user can obtain the latest...
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...the "Xpress Install" function of the hard disk. Windows 7 with SP1 (Note 2) 6. j k (Note 1) The SSD works as a cache of the motherboard driver disk to install all original data on the hard disk will be installed to open the Intel Rapid Storage Technology utility. An Intel Chipset...-based motherboard 2. Restart your data. (Note 2) The operating system must be lost once you enable RAID mode. All motherboard drivers correctly installed If you back up the hard disk before configuring the Smart ...
...the "Xpress Install" function of the hard disk. Windows 7 with SP1 (Note 2) 6. j k (Note 1) The SSD works as a cache of the motherboard driver disk to install all original data on the hard disk will be installed to open the Intel Rapid Storage Technology utility. An Intel Chipset...-based motherboard 2. Restart your data. (Note 2) The operating system must be lost once you enable RAID mode. All motherboard drivers correctly installed If you back up the hard disk before configuring the Smart ...
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... means the revision of this : "REV: X.X." Example: Check your motherboard looks like this product, GIGABYTE provides the following types of documentations: For quick set-up of GIGABYTE. Disclaimer Information in this manual is 1.0. The trademarks mentioned in this ...notice. 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. Documentation Classifications In order ...
... means the revision of this : "REV: X.X." Example: Check your motherboard looks like this product, GIGABYTE provides the following types of documentations: For quick set-up of GIGABYTE. Disclaimer Information in this manual is 1.0. The trademarks mentioned in this ...notice. 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. Documentation Classifications In order ...
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Table of Contents Box Contents...6 Optional Items...6 GA-Z77-DS3H/GA-H77-DS3H Motherboard Layout 7 GA-Z77-DS3H/GA-H77-DS3H 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-Z77-DS3H/GA-H77-DS3H Motherboard Layout 7 GA-Z77-DS3H/GA-H77-DS3H 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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Box Contents ;; Motherboard driver disk ;; 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) COM port cable (Part No. 12CF1-1CM001-3*R) 3.5" Front Panel with 2 USB 3.0/2.0 ports (Part No. 12CR1-FPX582-0*R) - 6 - I/O Shield The box contents above are subject to change without notice. GA-Z77-DS3H or GA-H77-DS3H motherboard ;; The box contents are for reference only and the actual items shall depend on the product package you obtain. Quick Installation Guide ;; Two SATA 6Gb/s cables ;; User's Manual ;;
Box Contents ;; Motherboard driver disk ;; 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) COM port cable (Part No. 12CF1-1CM001-3*R) 3.5" Front Panel with 2 USB 3.0/2.0 ports (Part No. 12CR1-FPX582-0*R) - 6 - I/O Shield The box contents above are subject to change without notice. GA-Z77-DS3H or GA-H77-DS3H motherboard ;; The box contents are for reference only and the actual items shall depend on the product package you obtain. Quick Installation Guide ;; Two SATA 6Gb/s cables ;; User's Manual ;;
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GA-Z77-DS3H/GA-H77-DS3H Motherboard Layout KB_MS_USB ATX_12V DVI VGA LGA1155 HDMI ATX R_USB30 SYS_FAN2 USB_LAN AUDIO CPU_FAN SYS_FAN3 mSATA DDR3_4 DDR3_2 DDR3_3 DDR3_1 F_USB30 Atheros GbE LAN CODEC PCIEX16 PCIEX1_1 GA-Z77-DS3H/GA-H77-DS3H PCIEX1_2 PCIe to PCI Bridge Intel® Z77j/ H77k PCIEX4 iTE Super I/O PCI1 BAT PCI2 COMA B_BIOS M_BIOS SATA3 0 1 SATA2 2 3 4 CLR_CMOS F_AUDIO SPDIF_O TPM SYS_FAN1 F_USB2 F_USB1 F_PANEL j Only for GA-H77-DS3H. - 7 - k Only for GA-Z77-DS3H.
GA-Z77-DS3H/GA-H77-DS3H Motherboard Layout KB_MS_USB ATX_12V DVI VGA LGA1155 HDMI ATX R_USB30 SYS_FAN2 USB_LAN AUDIO CPU_FAN SYS_FAN3 mSATA DDR3_4 DDR3_2 DDR3_3 DDR3_1 F_USB30 Atheros GbE LAN CODEC PCIEX16 PCIEX1_1 GA-Z77-DS3H/GA-H77-DS3H PCIEX1_2 PCIe to PCI Bridge Intel® Z77j/ H77k PCIEX4 iTE Super I/O PCI1 BAT PCI2 COMA B_BIOS M_BIOS SATA3 0 1 SATA2 2 3 4 CLR_CMOS F_AUDIO SPDIF_O TPM SYS_FAN1 F_USB2 F_USB1 F_PANEL j Only for GA-H77-DS3H. - 7 - k Only for GA-Z77-DS3H.
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k Only for GA-Z77-DS3H. GA-Z77-DS3H/GA-H77-DS3H Motherboard Block Diagram 1 PCI Express x16 PCIe CLK (100 MHz) LGA1155 CPU CPU CLK+/- (100 MHz) DDR3 1600 (Note 1)/1333/1066 MHz Dual Channel Memory PCI .../Mouse MIC (Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out) Line Out (Front Speaker Out) Line In (Rear Speaker Out) S/PDIF Out 2 PCI PCI CLK (33 MHz) j Only for GA-H77-DS3H. (Note 1) To support DDR3 1600 MHz, you must install an Intel 22nm (Ivy Bridge) CPU. (Note 2) In Windows XP, the Intel USB 3.0 ports can support...
k Only for GA-Z77-DS3H. GA-Z77-DS3H/GA-H77-DS3H Motherboard Block Diagram 1 PCI Express x16 PCIe CLK (100 MHz) LGA1155 CPU CPU CLK+/- (100 MHz) DDR3 1600 (Note 1)/1333/1066 MHz Dual Channel Memory PCI .../Mouse MIC (Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out) Line Out (Front Speaker Out) Line In (Rear Speaker Out) S/PDIF Out 2 PCI PCI CLK (33 MHz) j Only for GA-H77-DS3H. (Note 1) To support DDR3 1600 MHz, you must install an Intel 22nm (Ivy Bridge) CPU. (Note 2) In Windows XP, the Intel USB 3.0 ports can support...
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...power, make sure the chassis is best to wear an electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap when handling electronic components such as a motherboard, CPU or memory. Prior to installation, carefully read the user's manual and follow these procedures: •• Prior to ...suitable for warranty validation. •• Always remove the AC power by your dealer. 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 a result of the product, ...
...power, make sure the chassis is best to wear an electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap when handling electronic components such as a motherboard, CPU or memory. Prior to installation, carefully read the user's manual and follow these procedures: •• Prior to ...suitable for warranty validation. •• Always remove the AC power by your dealer. 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 a result of the product, ...
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...;• Locate the pin one of the CPU. Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the computer if the CPU cooler is not recommended that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. Hardware Installation If you begin to your hardware specifications including...
...;• Locate the pin one of the CPU. Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the computer if the CPU cooler is not recommended that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. Hardware Installation If you begin to your hardware specifications including...
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.... Hardware Installation - 14 - Align the CPU pin one marking (triangle) with your thumb and index fingers. Step 5: Push the CPU socket lever back into the motherboard CPU socket. Then completely lift the CPU socket lever and the metal load plate will be lifted as shown. Before installing the CPU, make sure...
.... Hardware Installation - 14 - Align the CPU pin one marking (triangle) with your thumb and index fingers. Step 5: Push the CPU socket lever back into the motherboard CPU socket. Then completely lift the CPU socket lever and the metal load plate will be lifted as shown. Before installing the CPU, make sure...
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....) Step 3: Place the cooler atop the CPU, aligning the four push pins through the pin holes on the motherboard. Step 6: Finally, attach the power connector of the motherboard. Inadequately removing the CPU cooler may adhere to the CPU. Hardware Installation Check that the Male and Female push pins... check the back of the CPU cooler to the CPU fan header (CPU_FAN) on the motherboard. 1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU cooler on the motherboard. (The following procedure uses Intel® boxed cooler as the picture above shows, the ...
....) Step 3: Place the cooler atop the CPU, aligning the four push pins through the pin holes on the motherboard. Step 6: Finally, attach the power connector of the motherboard. Inadequately removing the CPU cooler may adhere to the CPU. Hardware Installation Check that the Male and Female push pins... check the back of the CPU cooler to the CPU fan header (CPU_FAN) on the motherboard. 1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU cooler on the motherboard. (The following procedure uses Intel® boxed cooler as the picture above shows, the ...
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... mode with two memory modules, we recommend that you begin to insert the memory, switch the direction. 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides four DDR3 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. It is installed, the BIOS will double the original memory bandwidth. A memory...is installed. 2. After the memory is recommended 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...
... mode with two memory modules, we recommend that you begin to insert the memory, switch the direction. 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides four DDR3 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. It is installed, the BIOS will double the original memory bandwidth. A memory...is installed. 2. After the memory is recommended 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...
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... DIMMs are not compatible to each other or DDR DIMMs. Be sure to install DDR3 DIMMs on the socket. Place the memory module on this motherboard. Hardware Installation Follow the steps below to the memory module.
... DIMMs are not compatible to each other or DDR DIMMs. Be sure to install DDR3 DIMMs on the socket. Place the memory module on this motherboard. Hardware Installation Follow the steps below to the memory module.
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... card(s). 7. PCI Express x16 Slot PCI Express x1 Slot PCI Slot Follow the steps below to install an expansion card: •• Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Make sure the metal contacts on the top edge of the PCI Express slot to make any required BIOS changes for...
... card(s). 7. PCI Express x16 Slot PCI Express x1 Slot PCI Slot Follow the steps below to install an expansion card: •• Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Make sure the metal contacts on the top edge of the PCI Express slot to make any required BIOS changes for...
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Use this port to connect a PS/2 mouse or keyboard. PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse Port Use this port for the Onboard Graphics: This motherboard provides three video output ports: D-Sub, DVI-D, and HDMI. After installing the HDMI device, make sure to set Intel(R) Display Audio to this port. The ...
Use this port to connect a PS/2 mouse or keyboard. PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse Port Use this port for the Onboard Graphics: This motherboard provides three video output ports: D-Sub, DVI-D, and HDMI. After installing the HDMI device, make sure to set Intel(R) Display Audio to this port. The ...
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... jack. Do not rock it side to side 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 straight out from the connector. Hardware Installation - 20 - This jack can be connected to use an HD...
... jack. Do not rock it side to side 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 straight out from the connector. Hardware Installation - 20 - This jack can be connected to use an HD...
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... 8) BAT 9) F_PANEL 10) F_AUDIO 11) SPDIF_O 12) F_USB1/F_USB2 13) F_USB30 14) COMA 15) CLR_CMOS 16) TPM Read the following guidelines before turning on the motherboard. - 21 -
... 8) BAT 9) F_PANEL 10) F_AUDIO 11) SPDIF_O 12) F_USB1/F_USB2 13) F_USB30 14) COMA 15) CLR_CMOS 16) TPM Read the following guidelines before turning on the motherboard. - 21 -
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... enough stable power to the power connector in the correct orientation. If the 12V power connector is turned off and all the components on the motherboard. To meet expansion requirements, it is used that can lead to the CPU. Connect the power supply cable to all devices are properly installed. The...
... enough stable power to the power connector in the correct orientation. If the 12V power connector is turned off and all the components on the motherboard. To meet expansion requirements, it is used that can lead to the CPU. Connect the power supply cable to all devices are properly installed. The...