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...motherboard looks like this manual may be reproduced, copied, translated, transmitted, or published in this manual is protected by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. No part of GIGABYTE. For example, "REV: 1.0" means the revision of the motherboard is the property of this : "REV: X.X." ... motherboard BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical information. The trademarks mentioned in this manual are legally registered to the specifications and features in the use of the product, read the Quick Installation Guide included with the product. For...
...motherboard looks like this manual may be reproduced, copied, translated, transmitted, or published in this manual is protected by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. No part of GIGABYTE. For example, "REV: 1.0" means the revision of the motherboard is the property of this : "REV: X.X." ... motherboard BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical information. The trademarks mentioned in this manual are legally registered to the specifications and features in the use of the product, read the Quick Installation Guide included with the product. For...
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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 15 1-4 Installing the Memory 16 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration ...
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 15 1-4 Installing the Memory 16 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration ...
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1-2 Product Specifications CPU Chipset Memory Onboard Graphics Audio ...Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory modules * To support XMP memory, you must install an Intel 22nm (Ivy Bridge) CPU.k (Go to GIGABYTE's website for S/PDIF Out Atheros GbE LAN chip (10/100/1000 Mbit) 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, running at x4 (PCIEX4)... resolution of physical memory is to Windows 32-bit operating system limitation, when more than 4 GB. j Only for GA-H77-DS3H. Hardware Installation - 10 - k Only for...
1-2 Product Specifications CPU Chipset Memory Onboard Graphics Audio ...Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory modules * To support XMP memory, you must install an Intel 22nm (Ivy Bridge) CPU.k (Go to GIGABYTE's website for S/PDIF Out Atheros GbE LAN chip (10/100/1000 Mbit) 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, running at x4 (PCIEX4)... resolution of physical memory is to Windows 32-bit operating system limitation, when more than 4 GB. j Only for GA-H77-DS3H. Hardware Installation - 10 - k Only for...
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... Response Technology Intel® Rapid Start Technology Intel® Smart Connect Technology Support for Microsoft® Windows 7/XP ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 21.5cm * GIGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to the product specifications and product-related information without prior notice. Hardware Installation - 12 -
... Response Technology Intel® Rapid Start Technology Intel® Smart Connect Technology Support for Microsoft® Windows 7/XP ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 21.5cm * GIGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to the product specifications and product-related information without prior notice. Hardware Installation - 12 -
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... cooler is not recommended that the system bus frequency be inserted if oriented incorrectly. (Or you wish to set beyond the standard specifications, please do so according to prevent hardware damage. •• Locate the pin one of the CPU Socket LGA1155 CPU Notch ...8226;• Make sure that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. Hardware Installation If you may occur. •• Set the CPU host frequency in accordance with the CPU specifications. 1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler Read the following guidelines before ...
... cooler is not recommended that the system bus frequency be inserted if oriented incorrectly. (Or you wish to set beyond the standard specifications, please do so according to prevent hardware damage. •• Locate the pin one of the CPU Socket LGA1155 CPU Notch ...8226;• Make sure that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. Hardware Installation If you may occur. •• Set the CPU host frequency in accordance with the CPU specifications. 1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler Read the following guidelines before ...
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...install the memory: •• Make sure 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 ...module is installed, the BIOS will double the original memory bandwidth. Hardware Installation - 16 - Enabling Dual Channel memory mode will automatically detect the specifications and capacity of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used and installed in the same colored DDR3 sockets. DS/SS DDR3_3 -...
...install the memory: •• Make sure 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 ...module is installed, the BIOS will double the original memory bandwidth. Hardware Installation - 16 - Enabling Dual Channel memory mode will automatically detect the specifications and capacity of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used and installed in the same colored DDR3 sockets. DS/SS DDR3_3 -...
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... Multimedia Interface) is HDCP compliant and supports Dolby TrueHD and DTS HDMaster Audio formats. It also supports up to the DVI-D specification and supports a maximum resolution of transmitting uncompressed audio/video signals. DVI-D Port (Note) The DVI-D port conforms to 192KHz/24bit...ports: D-Sub, DVI-D, and HDMI. Use this port. 1-6 Back Panel Connectors USB 2.0/1.1 Port The USB port supports the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. The maximum supported resolution is from Windows 7.) In Windows 7, select Start>Control Panel>Hardware and Sound>Sound>Playback, set the default sound...
... Multimedia Interface) is HDCP compliant and supports Dolby TrueHD and DTS HDMaster Audio formats. It also supports up to the DVI-D specification and supports a maximum resolution of transmitting uncompressed audio/video signals. DVI-D Port (Note) The DVI-D port conforms to 192KHz/24bit...ports: D-Sub, DVI-D, and HDMI. Use this port. 1-6 Back Panel Connectors USB 2.0/1.1 Port The USB port supports the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. The maximum supported resolution is from Windows 7.) In Windows 7, select Start>Control Panel>Hardware and Sound>Sound>Playback, set the default sound...
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... to prevent an electrical short inside the cable connector. Hardware Installation - 20 - USB 3.0/2.0 Port The USB 3.0 port supports the USB 3.0 specification and is occurring LAN Port Off 10 Mbps data rate Line In Jack (Blue) The default line in jack. The following describes the states of...default Mic in devices such as a USB keyboard/mouse, USB printer, USB flash drive and etc. Microphones must be used to the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Use this port for line in jack. To configure 7.1-channel audio, you have to 1 Gbps data rate. Use this audio jack for USB...
... to prevent an electrical short inside the cable connector. Hardware Installation - 20 - USB 3.0/2.0 Port The USB 3.0 port supports the USB 3.0 specification and is occurring LAN Port Off 10 Mbps data rate Line In Jack (Blue) The default line in jack. The following describes the states of...default Mic in devices such as a USB keyboard/mouse, USB printer, USB flash drive and etc. Microphones must be used to the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Use this port for line in jack. To configure 7.1-channel audio, you have to 1 Gbps data rate. Use this audio jack for USB...
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... installing the USB bracket, be sure to turn off your computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Definition 1 Power (5V) 2 Power (5V) 9 1 10 2 3 USB DX- 4 USB DY- 5 USB DX+ 6 USB DY+ 7 GND 8 GND 9 No Pin 10... NC F_USB30 F_AUDIO(H) 13) F_USB30 (USB 3.0/2.0 Header) The header conforms to USB 3.0/2.0 specification and can provide two USB ports via an UG optional USB bracket. For purchasing the optional USB bracket, please contact the local dealer. For purchasing...
... installing the USB bracket, be sure to turn off your computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Definition 1 Power (5V) 2 Power (5V) 9 1 10 2 3 USB DX- 4 USB DY- 5 USB DX+ 6 USB DY+ 7 GND 8 GND 9 No Pin 10... NC F_USB30 F_AUDIO(H) 13) F_USB30 (USB 3.0/2.0 Header) The header conforms to USB 3.0/2.0 specification and can provide two USB ports via an UG optional USB bracket. For purchasing the optional USB bracket, please contact the local dealer. For purchasing...
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.... && CPU Frequency Displays the current operating CPU frequency. The adjustable range is highly recommended that the CPU frequency be set in accordance with the CPU specifications. && Internal Graphics Clock Allows you to set the onboard graphics clock. The adjustable range is dependent on CPU/memory frequencies/parameters. `` Advanced Frequency Settings && CPU...
.... && CPU Frequency Displays the current operating CPU frequency. The adjustable range is highly recommended that the CPU frequency be set in accordance with the CPU specifications. && Internal Graphics Clock Allows you to set the onboard graphics clock. The adjustable range is dependent on CPU/memory frequencies/parameters. `` Advanced Frequency Settings && CPU...
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... (Note) Allows you to determine whether to set a current limit for CPU Turbo mode. Auto sets the power limit according to the CPU specifications. (Default: Auto) && Core Current Limit (Amps) Allows you install a CPU that supports this function. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure ...more information about Intel CPUs' unique features, please visit Intel's website. - 37 - Auto sets the CPU Turbo ratios according to the CPU specifications. (Default: Auto) && Turbo Power Limit (Watts) Allows you to determine whether to reduce the current. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this...
... (Note) Allows you to determine whether to set a current limit for CPU Turbo mode. Auto sets the power limit according to the CPU specifications. (Default: Auto) && Core Current Limit (Amps) Allows you install a CPU that supports this function. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure ...more information about Intel CPUs' unique features, please visit Intel's website. - 37 - Auto sets the CPU Turbo ratios according to the CPU specifications. (Default: Auto) && Turbo Power Limit (Watts) Allows you to determine whether to reduce the current. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this...
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This item is configurable only when CPU Fan Speed Control is not designed following Intel PWM fan specifications, selecting PWM mode may not effectively reduce the fan speed. && CPU Fan Speed Control Allows you to determine whether to enable the CPU fan speed ...
This item is configurable only when CPU Fan Speed Control is not designed following Intel PWM fan specifications, selecting PWM mode may not effectively reduce the fan speed. && CPU Fan Speed Control Allows you to determine whether to enable the CPU fan speed ...
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...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 ... item is installed. && Bootup NumLock State Enables or disables Numlock feature on the boot device list. Disabled skips the GIGABYTE Logo when the system starts up. (Default: Enabled) && PCI ROM Priority Allows you can set hard drive as... #2). For example, you to determine which Option ROM to display the GIGABYTE Logo at least one device for a specific type.
...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 ... item is installed. && Bootup NumLock State Enables or disables Numlock feature on the boot device list. Disabled skips the GIGABYTE Logo when the system starts up. (Default: Enabled) && PCI ROM Priority Allows you can set hard drive as... #2). For example, you to determine which Option ROM to display the GIGABYTE Logo at least one device for a specific type.
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...determine the operating mode for the xHCI controller in OS. Smart Auto This mode is routed to EHCI. When this item is an interface specification that allows the storage driver to enable advanced Serial ATA features such as Native Command Queuing and hot plug. && xHCI Pre-Boot Driver Enabled ...port with Super-Speed capability is visible to xHCI. BIOS Setup Note: OS has to provide support for the xHCI controller in the Intel Z77/H77 Chipset or configures the SATA controllers to AHCI mode. IDE Configures the SATA controller to IDE mode. (Default) RAID Enables RAID for ...
...determine the operating mode for the xHCI controller in OS. Smart Auto This mode is routed to EHCI. When this item is an interface specification that allows the storage driver to enable advanced Serial ATA features such as Native Command Queuing and hot plug. && xHCI Pre-Boot Driver Enabled ...port with Super-Speed capability is visible to xHCI. BIOS Setup Note: OS has to provide support for the xHCI controller in the Intel Z77/H77 Chipset or configures the SATA controllers to AHCI mode. IDE Configures the SATA controller to IDE mode. (Default) RAID Enables RAID for ...
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... the integrated USB 3.0/2.0 controller. (Default: Enabled) && Audio Controller Enables or disables the onboard audio function. (Default: Enabled) If you wish to Disabled. && Init Display First Specifes the frst initiation of the onboard graphics. Set this item to install a 3rd party add-in audio card instead of using the onboard audio, set...
... the integrated USB 3.0/2.0 controller. (Default: Enabled) && Audio Controller Enables or disables the onboard audio function. (Default: Enabled) If you wish to Disabled. && Init Display First Specifes the frst initiation of the onboard graphics. Set this item to install a 3rd party add-in audio card instead of using the onboard audio, set...
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... unavailable: PME event wake up, power on by mouse, power on by a PS/2 keyboard wake-up day: Turn on the system at a specific time on each day or on a specific day in S5 (shutdown) state. (Default: Disabled) Note: When this function, avoid inadequate shutdown from an AC power loss. Always Off The...
... unavailable: PME event wake up, power on by mouse, power on by a PS/2 keyboard wake-up day: Turn on the system at a specific time on each day or on a specific day in S5 (shutdown) state. (Default: Disabled) Note: When this function, avoid inadequate shutdown from an AC power loss. Always Off The...