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Motherboard GA-Z77M-D3H-MVP/GA-Z77M-D3H/GA-H77M-D3H Jan. 31, 2012 Motherboard GA-Z77M-D3H-MVP GA-Z77M-D3H GA-H77M-D3H Jan. 31, 2012
Motherboard GA-Z77M-D3H-MVP/GA-Z77M-D3H/GA-H77M-D3H Jan. 31, 2012 Motherboard GA-Z77M-D3H-MVP GA-Z77M-D3H GA-H77M-D3H Jan. 31, 2012
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...features in this manual may be made by any form or by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. For example, "REV: 1.0" means the revision of the motherboard is the property of GIGABYTE. Documentation Classifications In order to their respective owners. Example: No part... CO., LTD. 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. All rights reserved. The trademarks ...
...features in this manual may be made by any form or by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. For example, "REV: 1.0" means the revision of the motherboard is the property of GIGABYTE. Documentation Classifications In order to their respective owners. Example: No part... CO., LTD. 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. All rights reserved. The trademarks ...
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Table of Contents Box Contents...6 Optional Items...6 GA-Z77M-D3H-MVP/GA-Z77M-D3H/GA-H77M-D3H Motherboard Layout 7 GA-Z77M-D3H-MVP/GA-Z77M-D3H/GA-H77M-D3H 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-Z77M-D3H-MVP/GA-Z77M-D3H/GA-H77M-D3H Motherboard Layout 7 GA-Z77M-D3H-MVP/GA-Z77M-D3H/GA-H77M-D3H 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 55 GA-Z77M-D3H-MVP, GA-Z77M-D3H or GA-H77M-D3H motherboard 55 Motherboard driver disk 55 User's Manual 55 Quick Installation Guide 55 Two SATA 6Gb/s cables 55 I/O Shield The box contents above are subject to change without ...
Box Contents 55 GA-Z77M-D3H-MVP, GA-Z77M-D3H or GA-H77M-D3H motherboard 55 Motherboard driver disk 55 User's Manual 55 Quick Installation Guide 55 Two SATA 6Gb/s cables 55 I/O Shield The box contents above are subject to change without ...
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GA-Z77M-D3H-MVP/GA-Z77M-D3H/GA-H77M-D3H Motherboard Layout DDR3_4 DDR3_2 DDR3_3 DDR3_1 KB_MS_USB ATX_12V LGA1155 VGA_DVI ATX HDMI R_USB30 iTE Super I/O USB_LAN AUDIO Atheros GbE LAN CODEC SYS_FAN2 CPU_FAN PCIEX16 PCIEX1 PCI PCIEX4 GA-Z77M-D3H-MVP/ GA-Z77M-D3H/ GA-H77M-D3H BAT PCIe to PCI Bridge Intel® Z77jk Intel® H77l M_BIOS B_BIOS SATA2 23 45 CLR_CMOS SATA3 10 F_AUDIO COM LPT SPDIF_O TPM F_USB3 F_USB2 F_USB1 F_PANEL F_USB30 SYS_FAN1 MM Only for GA-H77M-D3H. - 7 - OO Only for GA-Z77M-D3H-MVP. NN Only for GA-Z77M-D3H.
GA-Z77M-D3H-MVP/GA-Z77M-D3H/GA-H77M-D3H Motherboard Layout DDR3_4 DDR3_2 DDR3_3 DDR3_1 KB_MS_USB ATX_12V LGA1155 VGA_DVI ATX HDMI R_USB30 iTE Super I/O USB_LAN AUDIO Atheros GbE LAN CODEC SYS_FAN2 CPU_FAN PCIEX16 PCIEX1 PCI PCIEX4 GA-Z77M-D3H-MVP/ GA-Z77M-D3H/ GA-H77M-D3H BAT PCIe to PCI Bridge Intel® Z77jk Intel® H77l M_BIOS B_BIOS SATA2 23 45 CLR_CMOS SATA3 10 F_AUDIO COM LPT SPDIF_O TPM F_USB3 F_USB2 F_USB1 F_PANEL F_USB30 SYS_FAN1 MM Only for GA-H77M-D3H. - 7 - OO Only for GA-Z77M-D3H-MVP. NN Only for GA-Z77M-D3H.
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OO Only for GA-Z77M-D3H-MVP. GA-Z77M-D3H-MVP/GA-Z77M-D3H/GA-H77M-D3H Motherboard Block Diagram 1 PCI Express x16 PCIe CLK (100 MHz) LGA1155 CPU CPU CLK+/- (100 MHz) DDR3 1600/1333/1066 MHz Dual Channel Memory DMI 2.0 FDI ... Bus 1 PCI Express x4 MIC (Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out) Line Out (Front Speaker Out) Line In (Rear Speaker Out) S/PDIF Out 1 PCI MM Only for GA-H77M-D3H. NN Only for GA-Z77M-D3H.
OO Only for GA-Z77M-D3H-MVP. GA-Z77M-D3H-MVP/GA-Z77M-D3H/GA-H77M-D3H Motherboard Block Diagram 1 PCI Express x16 PCIe CLK (100 MHz) LGA1155 CPU CPU CLK+/- (100 MHz) DDR3 1600/1333/1066 MHz Dual Channel Memory DMI 2.0 FDI ... Bus 1 PCI Express x4 MIC (Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out) Line Out (Front Speaker Out) Line In (Rear Speaker Out) S/PDIF Out 1 PCI MM Only for GA-H77M-D3H. NN Only for GA-Z77M-D3H.
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... please consult a certified computer technician. - 9 - If you are connected tightly and securely. •• When handling the motherboard, avoid touching any installation steps or have a problem related to the use of electrostatic discharge (ESD). Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 1-1 Installation Precautions ...strap, keep your hands dry and first touch a metal object to eliminate static electricity. •• Prior to installing the motherboard, please have it on top of an antistatic pad or within an electrostatic shielding container. •• Before unplugging the power...
... please consult a certified computer technician. - 9 - If you are connected tightly and securely. •• When handling the motherboard, avoid touching any installation steps or have a problem related to the use of electrostatic discharge (ESD). Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 1-1 Installation Precautions ...strap, keep your hands dry and first touch a metal object to eliminate static electricity. •• Prior to installing the motherboard, please have it on top of an antistatic pad or within an electrostatic shielding container. •• Before unplugging the power...
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... Install Support for Xpress Recovery2 Support for EasyTune * Available functions in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model. Hardware Installation - 12 - Support for eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D) Support for Auto Green Support for ON/OFF Charge Support for GA-Z77M-D3H-MVP. MM Only for Q-Share Norton Internet Security (OEM version) Intel® Rapid Start...
... Install Support for Xpress Recovery2 Support for EasyTune * Available functions in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model. Hardware Installation - 12 - Support for eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D) Support for Auto Green Support for ON/OFF Charge Support for GA-Z77M-D3H-MVP. MM Only for Q-Share Norton Internet Security (OEM version) Intel® Rapid Start...
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...outlet before you may occur. •• Set the CPU host frequency in accordance with the CPU specifications. Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the CPU - 13 - Hardware Installation The CPU cannot be inserted if oriented incorrectly. (Or you begin ... latest CPU support list.) •• Always turn on the computer if the CPU cooler is not recommended that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. LGA1155 CPU Socket Alignment Key Alignment Key Pin One Corner of the CPU Socket LGA1155 CPU Notch...
...outlet before you may occur. •• Set the CPU host frequency in accordance with the CPU specifications. Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the CPU - 13 - Hardware Installation The CPU cannot be inserted if oriented incorrectly. (Or you begin ... latest CPU support list.) •• Always turn on the computer if the CPU cooler is not recommended that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. LGA1155 CPU Socket Alignment Key Alignment Key Pin One Corner of the CPU Socket LGA1155 CPU Notch...
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... remove the cover. (DO NOT touch socket contacts. Step 2: Remove the CPU socket cover as well. Step 5: Push the CPU socket lever back into the motherboard CPU socket.
... remove the cover. (DO NOT touch socket contacts. Step 2: Remove the CPU socket cover as well. Step 5: Push the CPU socket lever back into the motherboard CPU socket.
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... joined closely. (Refer to install.) Step 3: Place the cooler atop the CPU, aligning the four push pins through the pin holes on the motherboard. Use extreme care when removing the CPU cooler because the thermal grease/tape between the CPU cooler and CPU may damage the CPU. - 15 ...- Inadequately removing the CPU cooler may adhere to the CPU fan header (CPU_FAN) on the motherboard. Step 4: You should hear a "click" when pushing down on the surface of the motherboard. Step 6: Finally, attach the power connector of arrow is to remove the cooler, on the male push ...
... joined closely. (Refer to install.) Step 3: Place the cooler atop the CPU, aligning the four push pins through the pin holes on the motherboard. Use extreme care when removing the CPU cooler because the thermal grease/tape between the CPU cooler and CPU may damage the CPU. - 15 ...- Inadequately removing the CPU cooler may adhere to the CPU fan header (CPU_FAN) on the motherboard. Step 4: You should hear a "click" when pushing down on the surface of the motherboard. Step 6: Finally, attach the power connector of arrow is to remove the cooler, on the male push ...
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...memory. After the memory is installed. 2. For optimum performance, when enabling Dual Channel mode with two or four memory modules, it is recommended that the motherboard supports the memory. DS/SS DS/SS - - Four Modules DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS (SS=Single-Sided, DS=Double-Sided, ... Dual Channel mode with two memory modules, we recommend 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 power...
...memory. After the memory is installed. 2. For optimum performance, when enabling Dual Channel mode with two or four memory modules, it is recommended that the motherboard supports the memory. DS/SS DS/SS - - Four Modules DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS (SS=Single-Sided, DS=Double-Sided, ... Dual Channel mode with two memory modules, we recommend 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 power...
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..., make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to install DDR3 DIMMs on this motherboard. Hardware Installation Step 1: Note the orientation of the memory socket. Place the memory module on the memory and insert it can only fit in one...
..., make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to install DDR3 DIMMs on this motherboard. Hardware Installation Step 1: Note the orientation of the memory socket. Place the memory module on the memory and insert it can only fit in one...
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... not rock. •• Removing the Card from the slot. Secure the card's metal bracket to install an expansion card: •• Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Hardware Installation - 18 - •• Removing the Card from the slot. Turn on the card are completely inserted into the PCI...
... not rock. •• Removing the Card from the slot. Secure the card's metal bracket to install an expansion card: •• Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Hardware Installation - 18 - •• Removing the Card from the slot. Turn on the card are completely inserted into the PCI...
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... describes the states of the LAN port LEDs. Use this jack. This jack can be connected to this audio jack for the Onboard Graphics: This motherboard provides three video output ports: D-Sub, DVI-D, and HDMI. Refer to the instructions on setting up to prevent an electrical short inside the cable ...connector. Do not rock it straight out from the motherboard. •• When removing the cable, pull it side to side to 1 Gbps data rate. Line Out Jack (Green) The default line out jack. ...
... describes the states of the LAN port LEDs. Use this jack. This jack can be connected to this audio jack for the Onboard Graphics: This motherboard provides three video output ports: D-Sub, DVI-D, and HDMI. Refer to the instructions on setting up to prevent an electrical short inside the cable ...connector. Do not rock it straight out from the motherboard. •• When removing the cable, pull it side to side to 1 Gbps data rate. Line Out Jack (Green) The default line out jack. ...
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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 -
... 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 -
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If the 12V power connector is turned off and all the components on the motherboard. Before connecting the power connector, first make sure the power supply is not connected, the computer will not start. The 12V power connector mainly supplies ...
If the 12V power connector is turned off and all the components on the motherboard. Before connecting the power connector, first make sure the power supply is not connected, the computer will not start. The 12V power connector mainly supplies ...
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..., or the CMOS values may not be handled in the CMOS when the computer is the ground wire). Do not place a jumper cap on this motherboard are not configuration jumper blocks. When connecting a fan cable, be installed inside the chassis. 1 CPU_FAN 1 SYS_FAN1/SYS_FAN2 CPU_FAN: Pin No. Definition 1 GND 2 +12V 3 Sense 4 Reserve...
..., or the CMOS values may not be handled in the CMOS when the computer is the ground wire). Do not place a jumper cap on this motherboard are not configuration jumper blocks. When connecting a fan cable, be installed inside the chassis. 1 CPU_FAN 1 SYS_FAN1/SYS_FAN2 CPU_FAN: Pin No. Definition 1 GND 2 +12V 3 Sense 4 Reserve...
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... and sound cards. Pin No. If your chassis provides an AC'97 front panel audio module, refer to the instructions on both of the motherboard header. Definition 1 SPDIFO 1 2 GND Hardware Installation - 26 - 9) F_AUDIO (Front Panel Audio Header) The front panel audio header supports ...Intel High Definition audio (HD) and AC'97 audio. Incorrect connection between the module connector and the motherboard header will be present on how to activate AC'97 functionality via the audio software in Chapter 5, "Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio." •...
... and sound cards. Pin No. If your chassis provides an AC'97 front panel audio module, refer to the instructions on both of the motherboard header. Definition 1 SPDIFO 1 2 GND Hardware Installation - 26 - 9) F_AUDIO (Front Panel Audio Header) The front panel audio header supports ...Intel High Definition audio (HD) and AC'97 audio. Incorrect connection between the module connector and the motherboard header will be present on how to activate AC'97 functionality via the audio software in Chapter 5, "Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio." •...
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... program, press the key during system startup, saving system parameters and loading operating system, etc. 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... the configuration values in system malfunction. •• It is turned off, the battery on the motherboard. Inadequate BIOS flashing may result in the CMOS on the motherboard supplies the necessary power to the CMOS to prevent system instability or other unexpected results. If this occurs...
... program, press the key during system startup, saving system parameters and loading operating system, etc. 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... the configuration values in system malfunction. •• It is turned off, the battery on the motherboard. Inadequate BIOS flashing may result in the CMOS on the motherboard supplies the necessary power to the CMOS to prevent system instability or other unexpected results. If this occurs...