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GA-MA770-DS3/ GA-MA770-S3 AM2+/AM2 socket motherboard for AMD PhenomTM FX processor/ AMD PhenomTM processor/ AMD AthlonTM 64 FX processor/ AMD AthlonTM 64 X2 Dual-Core processor/ AMD AthlonTM 64 processor/AMD SempronTM processor User's Manual Rev. 1003 12ME-MA770S3-1003R
GA-MA770-DS3/ GA-MA770-S3 AM2+/AM2 socket motherboard for AMD PhenomTM FX processor/ AMD PhenomTM processor/ AMD AthlonTM 64 FX processor/ AMD AthlonTM 64 X2 Dual-Core processor/ AMD AthlonTM 64 processor/AMD SempronTM processor User's Manual Rev. 1003 12ME-MA770S3-1003R
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Motherboard GA-MA770-DS3/GA-MA770-S3 Nov. 12, 2007 Motherboard GA-MA770-DS3/ GA-MA770-S3 Nov. 12, 2007
Motherboard GA-MA770-DS3/GA-MA770-S3 Nov. 12, 2007 Motherboard GA-MA770-DS3/ GA-MA770-S3 Nov. 12, 2007
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Table of Contents Box Contents ...6 OptionalItems ...6 GA-MA770-DS3/S3 Motherboard Layout 7 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 ...
Table of Contents Box Contents ...6 OptionalItems ...6 GA-MA770-DS3/S3 Motherboard Layout 7 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 ...
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The box contents are for reference only. Box Contents GA-MA770-DS3 or GA-MA770-S3 motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual Quick Installation Guide One IDE cable and one floppy disk drive cable Two SATA 3Gb/s cables I/O Shield • The ...
The box contents are for reference only. Box Contents GA-MA770-DS3 or GA-MA770-S3 motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual Quick Installation Guide One IDE cable and one floppy disk drive cable Two SATA 3Gb/s cables I/O Shield • The ...
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GA-MA770-DS3/S3 Motherboard Layout KB_MS SYS_FAN2 CPU_FAN Socket AM2 RCA_SPDIF ATX COMA USB_1394_1 USB_1394_2 USB_LAN PWR_FAN F_AUDIO GA-MA770-DS3/S3 AUDIO RTL8111B CODEC ATX_12V PCIE_1 NB_FAN PCIE_2 PCIE_3 AMD 770 PCIE_16 DDRII_1 DDRII_2 DDRII_3 DDRII_4 IDE AMD SB600 CD_IN SPDIF_IN SPDIF_OUT PCIE_4 TSB43AB23 PCI1 BAT F_USB1 CLR_CMOS PCI2 F1_1394 FDD F_USB2 SATAII1 SATAII3 SATAII0 SATAII2 IT8718 CI LPT BIOS SYS_FAN1 F_PANEL PWR_LED "*" Only the GA-MA770-DS3 adopts All-Solid Capacitor design. - 7 -
GA-MA770-DS3/S3 Motherboard Layout KB_MS SYS_FAN2 CPU_FAN Socket AM2 RCA_SPDIF ATX COMA USB_1394_1 USB_1394_2 USB_LAN PWR_FAN F_AUDIO GA-MA770-DS3/S3 AUDIO RTL8111B CODEC ATX_12V PCIE_1 NB_FAN PCIE_2 PCIE_3 AMD 770 PCIE_16 DDRII_1 DDRII_2 DDRII_3 DDRII_4 IDE AMD SB600 CD_IN SPDIF_IN SPDIF_OUT PCIE_4 TSB43AB23 PCI1 BAT F_USB1 CLR_CMOS PCI2 F1_1394 FDD F_USB2 SATAII1 SATAII3 SATAII0 SATAII2 IT8718 CI LPT BIOS SYS_FAN1 F_PANEL PWR_LED "*" Only the GA-MA770-DS3 adopts All-Solid Capacitor design. - 7 -
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...16 GB of system memory (Note 1) Dual channel memory architecture Support for DDR2 1066 (Note 2)/800/667 MHz memory modules (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest memory support list.) Support for ECC memory (Note 3) Realtek ALC888 codec High Definition Audio 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel Support for S/...66/33 and up to 2 IDE devices - 4 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors (SATAII0, SATAII1, SATAII2, SATAII3) supporting up to 4 SATA 3Gb/s devices - GA-MA770-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 10 - TSB43AB23 chip Up to 3 IEEE 1394a ports (2 on the back panel, 1 via the IEEE 1394a bracket connected to the internal IEEE 1394a...
...16 GB of system memory (Note 1) Dual channel memory architecture Support for DDR2 1066 (Note 2)/800/667 MHz memory modules (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest memory support list.) Support for ECC memory (Note 3) Realtek ALC888 codec High Definition Audio 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel Support for S/...66/33 and up to 2 IDE devices - 4 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors (SATAII0, SATAII1, SATAII2, SATAII3) supporting up to 4 SATA 3Gb/s devices - GA-MA770-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 10 - TSB43AB23 chip Up to 3 IEEE 1394a ports (2 on the back panel, 1 via the IEEE 1394a bracket connected to the internal IEEE 1394a...
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... fan speed control function is supported will depend on the CPU/ system cooler you install. (Note 5) Available functions in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model. GA-MA770-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 12 -
... fan speed control function is supported will depend on the CPU/ system cooler you install. (Note 5) Available functions in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model. GA-MA770-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 12 -
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... and gently insert the CPU into the motherboard CPU socket. Do not force the CPU into their holes. Adjust the CPU orientation if this occurs. B. GA-MA770-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 14 - Before installing the CPU, make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage...
... and gently insert the CPU into the motherboard CPU socket. Do not force the CPU into their holes. Adjust the CPU orientation if this occurs. B. GA-MA770-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 14 - Before installing the CPU, make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage...
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... computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing the memory to prevent hardware damage. • Memory modules have a foolproof design. GA-MA770-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 16 - DDRII_1 DDRII_2 DDRII_3 DDRII_4 Due to insert the memory, switch the direction. 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides four DDR2 ...you begin to install the memory: • Make sure that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. Dual Channel mode cannot be enabled if only one direction.
... computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing the memory to prevent hardware damage. • Memory modules have a foolproof design. GA-MA770-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 16 - DDRII_1 DDRII_2 DDRII_3 DDRII_4 Due to insert the memory, switch the direction. 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides four DDR2 ...you begin to install the memory: • Make sure that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. Dual Channel mode cannot be enabled if only one direction.
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.... Install the driver provided with the slot, and press down on the slot and then lift the card straight out from the chassis back panel. 2. GA-MA770-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 18 - Secure the card's metal bracket to make any required BIOS changes for your card. Make sure the card is fully seated in the...
.... Install the driver provided with the slot, and press down on the slot and then lift the card straight out from the chassis back panel. 2. GA-MA770-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 18 - Secure the card's metal bracket to make any required BIOS changes for your card. Make sure the card is fully seated in the...
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... addition to the default speakers settings, the ~ audio jacks can be connected to connect front speakers in devices such as an optical drive, walkman, etc. GA-MA770-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 20 - Line Out Jack (Green) The default line out jack. Rear Speaker Out Jack (Black) Use this jack. Refer to connect rear speakers in...
... addition to the default speakers settings, the ~ audio jacks can be connected to connect front speakers in devices such as an optical drive, walkman, etc. GA-MA770-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 20 - Line Out Jack (Green) The default line out jack. Rear Speaker Out Jack (Black) Use this jack. Refer to connect rear speakers in...
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... 3.3V -12V GND PS_ON(soft On/Off) GND GND GND -5V +5V +5V +5V (Only for 2x12-pin ATX) GND (Only for 2x12-pin ATX) GA-MA770-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 22 - Connect the power supply cable to an unstable or unbootable system. • The main power connector is used (400W or greater). If a power...
... 3.3V -12V GND PS_ON(soft On/Off) GND GND GND -5V +5V +5V +5V (Only for 2x12-pin ATX) GND (Only for 2x12-pin ATX) GA-MA770-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 22 - Connect the power supply cable to an unstable or unbootable system. • The main power connector is used (400W or greater). If a power...
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... (for example, master or slave). (For information about configuring master/slave settings for the IDE devices, read the instructions from the device manufacturers.) 40 39 GA-MA770-DS3/S3 Motherboard 2 1 - 24 - Before attaching the IDE cable, locate the foolproof groove on the connector. The types of the connector and the floppy disk drive cable...
... (for example, master or slave). (For information about configuring master/slave settings for the IDE devices, read the instructions from the device manufacturers.) 40 39 GA-MA770-DS3/S3 Motherboard 2 1 - 24 - Before attaching the IDE cable, locate the foolproof groove on the connector. The types of the connector and the floppy disk drive cable...
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...10 configuration requires at least two hard drives. The LED is operating. Pin No. 1 2 3 Definition MPD+ MPDMPD- System Status LED S0 On S1 Blinking S3/S4/S5 Off Hardware Installation Pin No. Refer to Chapter 5, "Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s)," for instructions on when the system is off (S5). 1 - 25...S1 sleep state. If more than two hard drives are compatible with SATA 1.5Gb/s standard. The LED keeps blinking when the system is in S3/S4 sleep state or powered off when the system is on configuring a RAID array. The AMD SB600 controller supports RAID 0, RAID 1 and RAID...
...10 configuration requires at least two hard drives. The LED is operating. Pin No. 1 2 3 Definition MPD+ MPDMPD- System Status LED S0 On S1 Blinking S3/S4/S5 Off Hardware Installation Pin No. Refer to Chapter 5, "Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s)," for instructions on when the system is off (S5). 1 - 25...S1 sleep state. If more than two hard drives are compatible with SATA 1.5Gb/s standard. The LED keeps blinking when the system is in S3/S4 sleep state or powered off when the system is on configuring a RAID array. The AMD SB600 controller supports RAID 0, RAID 1 and RAID...
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...; SPEAK (Speaker, Orange): Connects to the pin assignments below. The S0 On LED is detected, the BIOS may issue beeps in S3/S4/S5 Off S3/S4 sleep state or powered off your chassis front panel module to this header according to the speaker on the chassis front panel. You...) Connects to the reset switch on the chassis front panel. The LED keeps blinking when S1 Blinking the system is detected at system startup. GA-MA770-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 26 - One single short beep will be heard if no problem is in S1 sleep state. Press the reset switch to restart the...
...; SPEAK (Speaker, Orange): Connects to the pin assignments below. The S0 On LED is detected, the BIOS may issue beeps in S3/S4/S5 Off S3/S4 sleep state or powered off your chassis front panel module to this header according to the speaker on the chassis front panel. You...) Connects to the reset switch on the chassis front panel. The LED keeps blinking when S1 Blinking the system is detected at system startup. GA-MA770-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 26 - One single short beep will be heard if no problem is in S1 sleep state. Press the reset switch to restart the...
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... card if you wish to connect an HDMI display to the graphics card and have digital audio output from your expansion card. Definition 1 1 SPDIFO 2 GND GA-MA770-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 28 - Definition 1 Power 2 SPDIFI 1 3 GND 15) SPDIF_OUT (S/PDIF Out Header) This header supports digital S/PDIF out and connects a S/PDIF digital audio cable (provided by...
... card if you wish to connect an HDMI display to the graphics card and have digital audio output from your expansion card. Definition 1 1 SPDIFO 2 GND GA-MA770-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 28 - Definition 1 Power 2 SPDIFI 1 3 GND 15) SPDIF_OUT (S/PDIF Out Header) This header supports digital S/PDIF out and connects a S/PDIF digital audio cable (provided by...
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You may be handled in the CMOS when the computer is replaced with local environmental regulations. GA-MA770-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 30 - Gently remove the battery from the battery holder and wait for 5 seconds.) 3. Replace the battery. 4. Turn off . Plug in the power cord and ...
You may be handled in the CMOS when the computer is replaced with local environmental regulations. GA-MA770-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 30 - Gently remove the battery from the battery holder and wait for 5 seconds.) 3. Replace the battery. 4. Turn off . Plug in the power cord and ...
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AMD 770 BIOS for GA-MA770-DS3 D2 . . . . : BIOS Setup/Q-Flash : XpressRecovery2 : Boot Menu : Qflash 10/22/2007-RD780-SB600-6A66AG05C-00 Function Keys Function Keys: : BIOS Setup/Q-Flash Press the key ... restart, the device boot order will directly boot from the device configured in Boot Menu is effective for subsequent access to enter BIOS Setup first. GA-MA770-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 34 - The system will still be used for one time only. Note: The setting in Boot Menu. 2-1 Startup Screen The following screen may appear...
AMD 770 BIOS for GA-MA770-DS3 D2 . . . . : BIOS Setup/Q-Flash : XpressRecovery2 : Boot Menu : Qflash 10/22/2007-RD780-SB600-6A66AG05C-00 Function Keys Function Keys: : BIOS Setup/Q-Flash Press the key ... restart, the device boot order will directly boot from the device configured in Boot Menu is effective for subsequent access to enter BIOS Setup first. GA-MA770-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 34 - The system will still be used for one time only. Note: The setting in Boot Menu. 2-1 Startup Screen The following screen may appear...
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... this menu to configure all peripheral devices, such as IDE, SATA, USB, integrated audio, and integrated LAN, etc. Power Management Setup Use this task.) GA-MA770-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 36 - You can create up to the confirmation message will exit BIOS Setup. (Pressing can use this function to a profile. The Functions of...
... this menu to configure all peripheral devices, such as IDE, SATA, USB, integrated audio, and integrated LAN, etc. Power Management Setup Use this task.) GA-MA770-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 36 - You can create up to the confirmation message will exit BIOS Setup. (Pressing can use this function to a profile. The Functions of...
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.../Key The system boot will be reserved for all other errors. Extended Memory The amount of floppy disk drive installed in your hard drive specifications. GA-MA770-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 38 -
.../Key The system boot will be reserved for all other errors. Extended Memory The amount of floppy disk drive installed in your hard drive specifications. GA-MA770-DS3/S3 Motherboard - 38 -