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Table of Contents Box Contents...6 Optional Items...6 GA-MA785G-UD3H 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 CPU Cooler 15 1-4 Installing the Memory 16 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration 16 1-4-2 Installing a Memory 17 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card 18 1-6 Setup of the...
Table of Contents Box Contents...6 Optional Items...6 GA-MA785G-UD3H 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 CPU Cooler 15 1-4 Installing the Memory 16 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration 16 1-4-2 Installing a Memory 17 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card 18 1-6 Setup of the...
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Block Diagram 1 PCI Express x16 1 PCI Express x4 (Note 2) AM3/AM2+/AM2 CPU CPU CLK+/- (200 MHz) DDR2 1333(O.C.)/1066/800 MHz Dual Channel Memory PCIe CLK (100 MHz) Hyper Transport 3.0 x4 x16 PCI Express Bus x1 x1 x1 ...
Block Diagram 1 PCI Express x16 1 PCI Express x4 (Note 2) AM3/AM2+/AM2 CPU CPU CLK+/- (200 MHz) DDR2 1333(O.C.)/1066/800 MHz Dual Channel Memory PCIe CLK (100 MHz) Hyper Transport 3.0 x4 x16 PCI Express Bus x1 x1 x1 ...
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... any metal leads or connectors. • It is best to wear an electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap when handling electronic com- ponents such as a motherboard, CPU or memory. Hardware Installation Prior to installation, carefully read the user's manual and follow these procedures: • Prior to installation, do not allow screws to...
... any metal leads or connectors. • It is best to wear an electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap when handling electronic com- ponents such as a motherboard, CPU or memory. Hardware Installation Prior to installation, carefully read the user's manual and follow these procedures: • Prior to installation, do not allow screws to...
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... II processor/ AMD Phenom™ processor/ AMD Athlon™ II processor/ AMD Athlon™ processor/ AMD Sempron™ processor (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) 5200/2000 MT/s North Bridge: AMD 785G South Bridge: AMD SB710 4 x 1.8V DDR2 DIMM sockets supporting up to 16 ...GB of system memory (Note 1) Dual channel memory architecture Support for DDR2 1333(O.C.)/1066/800 MHz memory modules (Note 2) (Go to GIGABYTE's website for...
... II processor/ AMD Phenom™ processor/ AMD Athlon™ II processor/ AMD Athlon™ processor/ AMD Sempron™ processor (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) 5200/2000 MT/s North Bridge: AMD 785G South Bridge: AMD SB710 4 x 1.8V DDR2 DIMM sockets supporting up to 16 ...GB of system memory (Note 1) Dual channel memory architecture Support for DDR2 1333(O.C.)/1066/800 MHz memory modules (Note 2) (Go to GIGABYTE's website for...
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... 1 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector 1 x floppy disk drive connector 1 x IDE connector 6 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors 1 x CPU fan header 2 x system fan headers 1 x power fan header 1 x front panel header 1 x front panel audio header 1 x ...In/Line Out/Microphone) iTE IT8718 chip Hardware Monitor w w w w w w System voltage detection CPU/System temperature detection CPU/System/Power fan speed detection CPU overheating warning CPU/System/Power fan fail warning CPU/System fan speed control (Note 7) - 11 - IEEE 1394 Internal w Connectors w w w w...
... 1 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector 1 x floppy disk drive connector 1 x IDE connector 6 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors 1 x CPU fan header 2 x system fan headers 1 x power fan header 1 x front panel header 1 x front panel audio header 1 x ...In/Line Out/Microphone) iTE IT8718 chip Hardware Monitor w w w w w w System voltage detection CPU/System temperature detection CPU/System/Power fan speed detection CPU overheating warning CPU/System/Power fan fail warning CPU/System fan speed control (Note 7) - 11 - IEEE 1394 Internal w Connectors w w w w...
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...performance. (Note 6) The PCIEX1_2 and PCIEX1_3 slots share bandwidth with a x4 card, the PCIEX1_2 and PCIEX1_3 slots become unavailable. (Note 7) Whether the CPU/system fan speed control function is supported will be less than 4 GB. (Note 2) Whether 1066 MHz or above memory speed is supported depends on the...by adapter. (Note 4) Simultaneous output for DVI-D and HDMI is not supported. (Note 5) If you must install the AMD AM3/ AM2+ Series CPU to install it in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model. (Note 9) Due to the hardware limitation, you are installing a PCI Express graphics card, ...
...performance. (Note 6) The PCIEX1_2 and PCIEX1_3 slots share bandwidth with a x4 card, the PCIEX1_2 and PCIEX1_3 slots become unavailable. (Note 7) Whether the CPU/system fan speed control function is supported will be less than 4 GB. (Note 2) Whether 1066 MHz or above memory speed is supported depends on the...by adapter. (Note 4) Simultaneous output for DVI-D and HDMI is not supported. (Note 5) If you must install the AMD AM3/ AM2+ Series CPU to install it in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model. (Note 9) Due to the hardware limitation, you are installing a PCI Express graphics card, ...
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...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 GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. The CPU cannot be set the frequency beyond hardware specifications since it does not meet the ...standard requirements for the latest CPU support list.) • Always turn off the computer and unplug...
...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 GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. The CPU cannot be set the frequency beyond hardware specifications since it does not meet the ...standard requirements for the latest CPU support list.) • Always turn off the computer and unplug...
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...turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the CPU. • Do not force the CPU into the fully locked position. Once the CPU is positioned into its socket, place one (small triangle marking) with the triangle mark on the ... latching it into the CPU socket. Adjust the CPU orientation if this occurs. The CPU cannot fit in if oriented incorrectly. B. Hardware Installation - 14 - Step 2: Align the CPU pin one finger down on the CPU socket and gently insert the CPU into their holes. Make sure that the CPU pins fit perfectly into...
...turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the CPU. • Do not force the CPU into the fully locked position. Once the CPU is positioned into its socket, place one (small triangle marking) with the triangle mark on the ... latching it into the CPU socket. Adjust the CPU orientation if this occurs. The CPU cannot fit in if oriented incorrectly. B. Hardware Installation - 14 - Step 2: Align the CPU pin one finger down on the CPU socket and gently insert the CPU into their holes. Make sure that the CPU pins fit perfectly into...
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.... 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. On the other side,push straight down on the the CPU cooler clip to hook it to the...on installing the cooler.) Step 5: Finally, attach the power connector of the retention frame. 1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU cooler on the CPU. (The following procedure uses the GIGABYTE cooler as the picture above shows) to lock into place. (Refer to your...
.... 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. On the other side,push straight down on the the CPU cooler clip to hook it to the...on installing the cooler.) Step 5: Finally, attach the power connector of the retention frame. 1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU cooler on the CPU. (The following procedure uses the GIGABYTE cooler as the picture above shows) to lock into place. (Refer to your...
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If you are unable to CPU limitations, read the following guidelines before installing the memory to prevent hardware damage. • Memory modules have a foolproof design. Enabling Dual Channel memory mode will ... guidelines before 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. The four DDR2 memory sockets are to be installed, it is recommended that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and...
If you are unable to CPU limitations, read the following guidelines before installing the memory to prevent hardware damage. • Memory modules have a foolproof design. Enabling Dual Channel memory mode will ... guidelines before 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. The four DDR2 memory sockets are to be installed, it is recommended that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and...
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... to a back panel connector, first remove the cable from your audio system provides an optical digital audio in connector. Hardware Installation The table below . • CPU: AMD Athlon™ LE1640 processor or above • Memory: Two 1 GB DDR2 800 MHz memory modules with dual channel mode enabled • BIOS Setup: At...
... to a back panel connector, first remove the cable from your audio system provides an optical digital audio in connector. Hardware Installation The table below . • CPU: AMD Athlon™ LE1640 processor or above • Memory: Two 1 GB DDR2 800 MHz memory modules with dual channel mode enabled • BIOS Setup: At...
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... are compatible with power supplies with 2x2 12V and 2x10 power connectors. The power connector possesses a foolproof design. Connect the power supply cable to the CPU. Before connecting the power connector, first make sure the power supply is turned off and all the components on the motherboard. The 12V power connector...
... are compatible with power supplies with 2x2 12V and 2x10 power connectors. The power connector possesses a foolproof design. Connect the power supply cable to the CPU. Before connecting the power connector, first make sure the power supply is turned off and all the components on the motherboard. The 12V power connector...
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... use of the connector and the floppy disk drive cable. Before connecting a floppy disk drive, be sure to locate pin 1 of a CPU fan with fan speed control design. Hardware Installation For optimum heat dissipation, it in damage to connect it is typically designated by a stripe of...connecting a fan cable, be installed inside the chassis. mended that a system fan be sure to the CPU or the system may result in the correct orientation (the black connector wire is used to prevent your CPU and system from overheating. CPU_FAN: Pin No. Definition 1 GND 1 2 +12V / Speed Control ...
... use of the connector and the floppy disk drive cable. Before connecting a floppy disk drive, be sure to locate pin 1 of a CPU fan with fan speed control design. Hardware Installation For optimum heat dissipation, it in damage to connect it is typically designated by a stripe of...connecting a fan cable, be installed inside the chassis. mended that a system fan be sure to the CPU or the system may result in the correct orientation (the black connector wire is used to prevent your CPU and system from overheating. CPU_FAN: Pin No. Definition 1 GND 1 2 +12V / Speed Control ...
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... Optimized Defaults Set Supervisor Password Set User Password Save & Exit Setup Exit Without Saving ESC: Quit F8: Q-Flash Select Item F10: Save & Exit Setup Change CPU's Clock & Voltage F11: Save CMOS to display a help screen. Submenu Help While in a submenu, press to BIOS F12: Load CMOS from BIOS Main Menu Help...
... Optimized Defaults Set Supervisor Password Set User Password Save & Exit Setup Exit Without Saving ESC: Quit F8: Q-Flash Select Item F10: Save & Exit Setup Change CPU's Clock & Voltage F11: Save CMOS to display a help screen. Submenu Help While in a submenu, press to BIOS F12: Load CMOS from BIOS Main Menu Help...
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... loaded the BIOS default settings, you can use the SPACE key) and then press to complete. F12: Load CMOS from BIOS If your CPU, memory, etc. Standard CMOS Features Use this menu to configure the system time and date, hard drive types, floppy disk drive types, ... errors that stop the system boot, etc. Advanced BIOS Features Use this menu to configure the device boot order, advanced features available on the CPU, and the primary display adapter. Integrated Peripherals Use this menu to configure all peripheral devices, such as IDE, SATA, USB, integrated audio,...
... loaded the BIOS default settings, you can use the SPACE key) and then press to complete. F12: Load CMOS from BIOS If your CPU, memory, etc. Standard CMOS Features Use this menu to configure the system time and date, hard drive types, floppy disk drive types, ... errors that stop the system boot, etc. Advanced BIOS Features Use this menu to configure the device boot order, advanced features available on the CPU, and the primary display adapter. Integrated Peripherals Use this menu to configure all peripheral devices, such as IDE, SATA, USB, integrated audio,...
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...Core Clock control x VGA Core Clock(MHz) EPP Mode (Note 2) x EPP Voltage Control (Note 2) CPU Clock Ratio CPU NorthBridge Freq. (Note 1) CPU Host Clock Control x CPU Frequency(MHz) PCIE Clock(MHz) Set Memory Clock x Memory Clock DCTs Mode System Voltage Optimized ******** System... CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2009 Award Software MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) x SouthBridge Volt Control x CPU NB VID Control (Note 1) x CPU Voltage Control Normal CPU Vcore Auto Auto Auto 1.3250V Item Help Menu Level Move Enter: Select F5: Previous ...
...Core Clock control x VGA Core Clock(MHz) EPP Mode (Note 2) x EPP Voltage Control (Note 2) CPU Clock Ratio CPU NorthBridge Freq. (Note 1) CPU Host Clock Control x CPU Frequency(MHz) PCIE Clock(MHz) Set Memory Clock x Memory Clock DCTs Mode System Voltage Optimized ******** System... CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2009 Award Software MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) x SouthBridge Volt Control x CPU NB VID Control (Note 1) x CPU Voltage Control Normal CPU Vcore Auto Auto Auto 1.3250V Item Help Menu Level Move Enter: Select F5: Previous ...
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...Uses the specific AMD EC firmware version. Options are : -12%~+12%. (Note) This item appears only if you install a CPU that supports this function. (Default) Auto Lets the BIOS to configure the settings to All Cores. All Cores Configures Advanced Clock Calibration ...selection, select Save & Exit Setup in the BIOS Main Menu and then press . Per Core Individually configures Advanced Clock Calibration for all CPU cores. Advanced Clock Calibration (Note) CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2009 Award Software Advanced Clock Calibration EC Firmware Selection Advanced Clock ...
...Uses the specific AMD EC firmware version. Options are : -12%~+12%. (Note) This item appears only if you install a CPU that supports this function. (Default) Auto Lets the BIOS to configure the settings to All Cores. All Cores Configures Advanced Clock Calibration ...selection, select Save & Exit Setup in the BIOS Main Menu and then press . Per Core Individually configures Advanced Clock Calibration for all CPU cores. Advanced Clock Calibration (Note) CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2009 Award Software Advanced Clock Calibration EC Firmware Selection Advanced Clock ...
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...your system fails to boot after overclocking, please wait for 20 seconds to Auto. Row Cycle Time Options are : Auto (default), 2T, 3T. CPU Host Clock Control Enables or disables the control of VGA Core clock. (Default: Disabled) VGA Core Clock(MHz) Allows you to manually set in ...accordance with the CPU specifications. (Note 1) This item appears only if you install a memory module that supports this feature. (Note 2) This item appears only if you...
...your system fails to boot after overclocking, please wait for 20 seconds to Auto. Row Cycle Time Options are : Auto (default), 2T, 3T. CPU Host Clock Control Enables or disables the control of VGA Core clock. (Default: Disabled) VGA Core Clock(MHz) Allows you to manually set in ...accordance with the CPU specifications. (Note 1) This item appears only if you install a memory module that supports this feature. (Note 2) This item appears only if you...
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... PCIe clock frequency to standard 100 MHz. (Default: Auto) Set Memory Clock Determines whether to manually set memory control mode. When you use an AM2 CPU: DDR 400 Sets Memory Clock to DDR 400. The adjustable range is set the system voltages. X3.33 Sets Memory Clock to DDR 533. DDR...) Allows you to manually set the memory clock as required. Auto lets BIOS automatically set the PCIe clock frequency. When you use an AM3/AM2+ CPU: X2.00 Sets Memory Clock to X2.00. X4.00 Sets Memory Clock to DDR 667. X5.33 Sets Memory Clock to DDR 800. DDR...
... PCIe clock frequency to standard 100 MHz. (Default: Auto) Set Memory Clock Determines whether to manually set memory control mode. When you use an AM2 CPU: DDR 400 Sets Memory Clock to DDR 400. The adjustable range is set the system voltages. X3.33 Sets Memory Clock to DDR 533. DDR...) Allows you to manually set the memory clock as required. Auto lets BIOS automatically set the PCIe clock frequency. When you use an AM3/AM2+ CPU: X2.00 Sets Memory Clock to X2.00. X4.00 Sets Memory Clock to DDR 667. X5.33 Sets Memory Clock to DDR 800. DDR...
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... if you to set the CPU Northbridge VID voltage. Normal CPU Vcore Displays the normal operating voltage of your CPU or reduce the useful life of the CPU. CPU Voltage Control Allows you install a CPU that supports this feature. CPU NB VID Control (Note) Allows you to set the CPU voltage. Auto sets the CPU Northbridge VID voltage as...
... if you to set the CPU Northbridge VID voltage. Normal CPU Vcore Displays the normal operating voltage of your CPU or reduce the useful life of the CPU. CPU Voltage Control Allows you install a CPU that supports this feature. CPU NB VID Control (Note) Allows you to set the CPU voltage. Auto sets the CPU Northbridge VID voltage as...