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...and is designated by GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. Check your motherboard looks like this manual may be made by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. The logo is 1.0. Documentation Classifications In order to assist in the use of this manual are.... sive global distributor of the motherboard is exclusively licensed to use GIGABYTE's unique features, read or download the information on/from the Support\Motherboard\Technology Guide page on your motherboard revision before updating motherboard BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical information. For example, ...
...and is designated by GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. Check your motherboard looks like this manual may be made by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. The logo is 1.0. Documentation Classifications In order to assist in the use of this manual are.... sive global distributor of the motherboard is exclusively licensed to use GIGABYTE's unique features, read or download the information on/from the Support\Motherboard\Technology Guide page on your motherboard revision before updating motherboard BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical information. For example, ...
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Table of Contents Box Contents ...6 OptionalItems...6 GA-MA78G-DS3H 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... Memory 17 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card 18 1-6 Back Panel Connectors 20 1-7 Internal Connectors 23 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 35 2-1 Startup Screen 36 2-2 The Main Menu 37 2-3 Standard CMOS Features 39 2-4 Advanced BIOS Features 41 2-5 IntegratedPeripherals 43 2-6 Power Management Setup 46 2-7 PnP/PCI Configurations 48 2-8 PC Health Status ...
Table of Contents Box Contents ...6 OptionalItems...6 GA-MA78G-DS3H 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... Memory 17 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card 18 1-6 Back Panel Connectors 20 1-7 Internal Connectors 23 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 35 2-1 Startup Screen 36 2-2 The Main Menu 37 2-3 Standard CMOS Features 39 2-4 Advanced BIOS Features 41 2-5 IntegratedPeripherals 43 2-6 Power Management Setup 46 2-7 PnP/PCI Configurations 48 2-8 PC Health Status ...
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... 58 3-3 Driver CD Information 58 3-4 Hardware Information 59 3-5 Contact Us ...59 Chapter 4 Unique Features 61 4-1 Xpress Recovery2 61 4-2 BIOS Update Utilities 66 4-2-1 Updating the BIOS with the Q-Flash Utility 66 4-2-2 Updating the BIOS with the @BIOS Utility 69 4-3 EasyTune 5 Pro 71 4-4 Windows Vista ReadyBoost 72 Chapter 5 Appendix ...73 5-1 Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s 73 5-1-1 Configuring...
... 58 3-3 Driver CD Information 58 3-4 Hardware Information 59 3-5 Contact Us ...59 Chapter 4 Unique Features 61 4-1 Xpress Recovery2 61 4-2 BIOS Update Utilities 66 4-2-1 Updating the BIOS with the Q-Flash Utility 66 4-2-2 Updating the BIOS with the @BIOS Utility 69 4-3 EasyTune 5 Pro 71 4-4 Windows Vista ReadyBoost 72 Chapter 5 Appendix ...73 5-1 Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s 73 5-1-1 Configuring...
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GA-MA78G-DS3H Motherboard Layout DVI VGA KB_MS ATX_12V Socket AM2+/AM2 PWR_FAN HDMI OPTICAL USB 1394 CPU_FAN BATTERY SYS_FAN1 DDR2_1 DDR2_2 DDR2_3 DDR2_4 ATX LAN USB AUDIO CLR_CMOS PCIEX1_1 AMD 780G F_AUDIO RTL 8111C PCIEX16_1 PCIEX1_2 CD_IN CODEC PCIEX1_3 PCIEX4_1 IT8718 SPDIF_IO PCI1 PCI2 M_BIOS B_ BIOS COM FDD F_USB1 F_USB2 F_USB3 F_USB4 GA-MA78G-DS3H IDE AMD SB700 SATA2_2 SATA2_0 TSB43AB23 SATA2_3 SATA2_1 SATA2_5 SATA2_4 F_PANEL F_1394_2 CI PWR_LED SYS_FAN2 F_1394_1 LPT - 7 -
GA-MA78G-DS3H Motherboard Layout DVI VGA KB_MS ATX_12V Socket AM2+/AM2 PWR_FAN HDMI OPTICAL USB 1394 CPU_FAN BATTERY SYS_FAN1 DDR2_1 DDR2_2 DDR2_3 DDR2_4 ATX LAN USB AUDIO CLR_CMOS PCIEX1_1 AMD 780G F_AUDIO RTL 8111C PCIEX16_1 PCIEX1_2 CD_IN CODEC PCIEX1_3 PCIEX4_1 IT8718 SPDIF_IO PCI1 PCI2 M_BIOS B_ BIOS COM FDD F_USB1 F_USB2 F_USB3 F_USB4 GA-MA78G-DS3H IDE AMD SB700 SATA2_2 SATA2_0 TSB43AB23 SATA2_3 SATA2_1 SATA2_5 SATA2_4 F_PANEL F_1394_2 CI PWR_LED SYS_FAN2 F_1394_1 LPT - 7 -
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... 780G D-Sub DVI-D or HDMI (Note) AMD SB700 6 SATA 3Gb/s ATA-133/100/66/33 IDE Channel 12 USB Ports CODEC LPC BUS IT8718 Dual BIOS Floppy LPT Port COM Port PS/2 KB/Mouse 2 PCI Surround Speaker Out Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out Side Speaker Out MIC Line-Out Line-In SPDIF...
... 780G D-Sub DVI-D or HDMI (Note) AMD SB700 6 SATA 3Gb/s ATA-133/100/66/33 IDE Channel 12 USB Ports CODEC LPC BUS IT8718 Dual BIOS Floppy LPT Port COM Port PS/2 KB/Mouse 2 PCI Surround Speaker Out Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out Side Speaker Out MIC Line-Out Line-In SPDIF...
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... detection CPU/System/Power fan speed detection CPU overheating warning CPU/System fan fail warning CPU/System fan speed control (Note 6) BIOS 2 x 8 Mbit flash Use of licensed AWARD BIOS Support for DualBIOSTM PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.0, SM...
... detection CPU/System/Power fan speed detection CPU overheating warning CPU/System fan fail warning CPU/System fan speed control (Note 6) BIOS 2 x 8 Mbit flash Use of licensed AWARD BIOS Support for DualBIOSTM PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.0, SM...
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... Center Support for Q-Flash Support for EasyTune (Note 7) Support for Xpress Install Support for Xpress Recovery2 Support for Virtual Dual BIOS Norton Internet Security (OEM version) Support for Microsoft® Windows® Vista/XP ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 22.8cm (Note 1) Due... fan speed control function is supported will depend on the CPU/ system cooler you install. (Note 7) Available functions in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model. GA-MA78G-DS3H Motherboard - 12 -
... Center Support for Q-Flash Support for EasyTune (Note 7) Support for Xpress Install Support for Xpress Recovery2 Support for Virtual Dual BIOS Norton Internet Security (OEM version) Support for Microsoft® Windows® Vista/XP ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 22.8cm (Note 1) Due... fan speed control function is supported will depend on the CPU/ system cooler you install. (Note 7) Available functions in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model. GA-MA78G-DS3H Motherboard - 12 -
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... four DDR2 memory sockets are unable to be installed, it is installed, the BIOS will double the original memory bandwidth. DS/SS DS/SS Four Modules DS/SS...Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides four DDR2 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. GA-MA78G-DS3H Motherboard - 16 - Enabling Dual Channel memory mode will automatically detect the specifications and capacity... Channel mode. 1. DDR2_1 DDR2_2 DDR2_3 DDR2_4 Due to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. It is installed. 2. A memory module can be enabled if only one direction.
... four DDR2 memory sockets are unable to be installed, it is installed, the BIOS will double the original memory bandwidth. DS/SS DS/SS Four Modules DS/SS...Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides four DDR2 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. GA-MA78G-DS3H Motherboard - 16 - Enabling Dual Channel memory mode will automatically detect the specifications and capacity... Channel mode. 1. DDR2_1 DDR2_2 DDR2_3 DDR2_4 Due to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. It is installed. 2. A memory module can be enabled if only one direction.
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...BIOS changes for your expansion card(s). 7. Secure the card's metal bracket to correctly install your expansion card in the expansion slot. 1. Make sure the metal contacts on the card until it is fully seated in your computer. After installing all expansion cards, replace the chassis cover(s). 6. Turn on your operating system. GA-MA78G-DS3H...with the slot, and press down on the card are completely inserted into the slot. 4. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to install an expansion card: • Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Align the card with ...
...BIOS changes for your expansion card(s). 7. Secure the card's metal bracket to correctly install your expansion card in the expansion slot. 1. Make sure the metal contacts on the card until it is fully seated in your computer. After installing all expansion cards, replace the chassis cover(s). 6. Turn on your operating system. GA-MA78G-DS3H...with the slot, and press down on the card are completely inserted into the slot. 4. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to install an expansion card: • Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Align the card with ...
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... (4200+ or above) • Memory: Two 1 GB DDR2 800 memory modules with dual channel mode enabled • BIOS Setup: At least 256 MB of HD DVD and Blu-ray Discs: In order to get better playback quality, when playing... the HD DVD or Blu-ray discs, refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Advanced BIOS Features," for video output: DVI-D, HDMI and D-Sub. Playback of UMA Frame Buffer Size (refer to the recommended ...Vista 1920 x 1080p 1920 x 1080p 1920 x 1080p 1920 x 1080p 1920 x 1080p 1920 x 1080p GA-MA78G-DS3H Motherboard - 22 - A.
... (4200+ or above) • Memory: Two 1 GB DDR2 800 memory modules with dual channel mode enabled • BIOS Setup: At least 256 MB of HD DVD and Blu-ray Discs: In order to get better playback quality, when playing... the HD DVD or Blu-ray discs, refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Advanced BIOS Features," for video output: DVI-D, HDMI and D-Sub. Playback of UMA Frame Buffer Size (refer to the recommended ...Vista 1920 x 1080p 1920 x 1080p 1920 x 1080p 1920 x 1080p 1920 x 1080p 1920 x 1080p GA-MA78G-DS3H Motherboard - 22 - A.
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... replaced with an incorrect model. • Contact the place of purchase or local dealer if you are not able to keep the values (such as BIOS configurations, date, and time information) in the CMOS when the computer is in accordance with an equivalent one minute. (Or use a metal object like a screwdriver...
... replaced with an incorrect model. • Contact the place of purchase or local dealer if you are not able to keep the values (such as BIOS configurations, date, and time information) in the CMOS when the computer is in accordance with an equivalent one minute. (Or use a metal object like a screwdriver...
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... beep will be heard if no problem is operating. When connecting your system using the power switch (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Power Management Setup," for information about beep codes. • HD (Hard Drive Activity LED, Blue) Connects to...drive activity LED on the chassis front panel. The LED is on when the hard drive is detected, the BIOS may issue beeps in S1 sleep state. Speaker Power Switch Message/Power/ Sleep LED 20 19 SPEAK- You ... • SPEAK (Speaker, Orange): Connects to the reset switch on the chassis front panel. GA-MA78G-DS3H Motherboard - 28 -
... beep will be heard if no problem is operating. When connecting your system using the power switch (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Power Management Setup," for information about beep codes. • HD (Hard Drive Activity LED, Blue) Connects to...drive activity LED on the chassis front panel. The LED is on when the hard drive is detected, the BIOS may issue beeps in S1 sleep state. Speaker Power Switch Message/Power/ Sleep LED 20 19 SPEAK- You ... • SPEAK (Speaker, Orange): Connects to the reset switch on the chassis front panel. GA-MA78G-DS3H Motherboard - 28 -
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...unplug the power cord from the jumper. Hardware Installation 21) CLR_CMOS (Clearing CMOS Jumper) Use this jumper to factory defaults. date information and BIOS configurations) and reset the CMOS values to clear the CMOS values (e.g. Failure to do so may cause damage to the motherboard. • ...After system restart, go to BIOS Setup to load factory defaults (select Load Optimized Defaults) or manually configure the BIOS settings (refer to remove the jumper cap from the power outlet before clearing the CMOS values. •...
...unplug the power cord from the jumper. Hardware Installation 21) CLR_CMOS (Clearing CMOS Jumper) Use this jumper to factory defaults. date information and BIOS configurations) and reset the CMOS values to clear the CMOS values (e.g. Failure to do so may cause damage to the motherboard. • ...After system restart, go to BIOS Setup to load factory defaults (select Load Optimized Defaults) or manually configure the BIOS settings (refer to remove the jumper cap from the power outlet before clearing the CMOS values. •...
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... 1 for the beep codes description. • It is recommended that you not flash the BIOS. BIOS Setup When the power is turned off, the battery on . 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 operating system. • @BIOS is a Windows-based utility that allows the user to modify basic...
... 1 for the beep codes description. • It is recommended that you not flash the BIOS. BIOS Setup When the power is turned off, the battery on . 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 operating system. • @BIOS is a Windows-based utility that allows the user to modify basic...
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... be used for one time only. GA-MA78G-DS3H D6a . . . . : BIOS Setup/Q-Flash : XpressRecovery2 : Boot Menu : Qflash 03/24/2008-RS780-SB700-6A66AG0AC-00 Function Keys Function Keys: : POST Screen Press the key to show the BIOS POST screen at system startup, refer to...set the first boot device without having to accept. GA-MA78G-DS3H Motherboard - 36 - The LOGO Screen (Default) : POST Screen : BIOS Setup/Q-Flash : XpressRecovery2 : Boot Menu: Qflash Function Keys B. The POST Screen Motherboard Model BIOS Version Award Modular BIOS v6.00PG, An Energy Star Ally Copyright (C) 1984...
... be used for one time only. GA-MA78G-DS3H D6a . . . . : BIOS Setup/Q-Flash : XpressRecovery2 : Boot Menu : Qflash 03/24/2008-RS780-SB700-6A66AG0AC-00 Function Keys Function Keys: : POST Screen Press the key to show the BIOS POST screen at system startup, refer to...set the first boot device without having to accept. GA-MA78G-DS3H Motherboard - 36 - The LOGO Screen (Default) : POST Screen : BIOS Setup/Q-Flash : XpressRecovery2 : Boot Menu: Qflash Function Keys B. The POST Screen Motherboard Model BIOS Version Award Modular BIOS v6.00PG, An Energy Star Ally Copyright (C) 1984...
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... User Password Save & Exit Setup Exit Without Saving ESC: Quit F8: Q-Flash KLJI: Select Item F10: Save & Exit Setup F11: Save CMOS to BIOS F12: Load CMOS from BIOS Main Menu Help The onscreen description of a highlighted setup option is not stable as shown below) appears on the right side of the... submenu. • If you do not find the settings you enter the BIOS Setup program, the Main Menu (as usual, select the Load Optimized Defaults item to set your system to display a help screen. Submenu Help While in...
... User Password Save & Exit Setup Exit Without Saving ESC: Quit F8: Q-Flash KLJI: Select Item F10: Save & Exit Setup F11: Save CMOS to BIOS F12: Load CMOS from BIOS Main Menu Help The onscreen description of a highlighted setup option is not stable as shown below) appears on the right side of the... submenu. • If you do not find the settings you enter the BIOS Setup program, the Main Menu (as usual, select the Load Optimized Defaults item to set your system to display a help screen. Submenu Help While in...
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...to restrict access to make changes. Save & Exit Setup Save all the changes made in the BIOS Setup program to the CMOS and exit BIOS Setup. (Pressing can use the SPACE key) and then press to complete. ` F12 : Load CMOS ...drive types, floppy disk drive types, and the type of 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 ...profile. First enter the profile name (to erase the default profile name, use this task.) GA-MA78G-DS3H Motherboard - 38 -
...to restrict access to make changes. Save & Exit Setup Save all the changes made in the BIOS Setup program to the CMOS and exit BIOS Setup. (Pressing can use the SPACE key) and then press to complete. ` F12 : Load CMOS ...drive types, floppy disk drive types, and the type of 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 ...profile. First enter the profile name (to erase the default profile name, use this task.) GA-MA78G-DS3H Motherboard - 38 -
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... system startup. - 39 - IDE Channel 0, 1 Master/Slave Configure your IDE/SATA devices by using one of the three methods below : • Auto Lets BIOS automatically detect IDE/SATA devices during the POST. (Default) • None If no IDE/SATA devices are used , set this item to None so the... year. Time Sets the system time. Select the desired field and use the up arrow or down arrow key to set this item to CHS. BIOS Setup The date format is 13:0:0. Options are: Auto (default), CHS, LBA, Large. IDE Channel 0, 1 Master/Slave IDE HDD Auto-Detection Press to...
... system startup. - 39 - IDE Channel 0, 1 Master/Slave Configure your IDE/SATA devices by using one of the three methods below : • Auto Lets BIOS automatically detect IDE/SATA devices during the POST. (Default) • None If no IDE/SATA devices are used , set this item to None so the... year. Time Sets the system time. Select the desired field and use the up arrow or down arrow key to set this item to CHS. BIOS Setup The date format is 13:0:0. Options are: Auto (default), CHS, LBA, Large. IDE Channel 0, 1 Master/Slave IDE HDD Auto-Detection Press to...
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... BIOS detects a non-fatal error the system boot will not stop for all other errors. (Default) All, But Diskette The system boot will stop for all other errors. Memory These fields are read-only and are : None, 360K/5.25", 1.2M/5.25", 720K/3.5", 1.44M/3.5", 2.88M/3.5". GA-MA78G-DS3H ... the installed floppy disk drive is 3-mode floppy disk drive, a Japanese standard floppy disk drive. Options are determined by the BIOS POST. Base Memory Also called conventional memory. Extended Memory The amount of floppy disk drive installed in your hard drive specifications. Options...
... BIOS detects a non-fatal error the system boot will not stop for all other errors. (Default) All, But Diskette The system boot will stop for all other errors. Memory These fields are read-only and are : None, 360K/5.25", 1.2M/5.25", 720K/3.5", 1.44M/3.5", 2.88M/3.5". GA-MA78G-DS3H ... the installed floppy disk drive is 3-mode floppy disk drive, a Japanese standard floppy disk drive. Options are determined by the BIOS POST. Base Memory Also called conventional memory. Extended Memory The amount of floppy disk drive installed in your hard drive specifications. Options...
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... Fail-Safe Defaults ESC: Exit F1: General Help F7: Optimized Defaults UMA Frame Buffer Size Frame buffer size is set to PEG. BIOS Setup PEG Sets PCI Express graphics card as multiple virtual systems. (Default: Disabled) Patch AMD TLB Erratum (Note) Enables or disables ...Sets the onboard VGA as the first display. Enables or disables the Surround View function. 2-4 Advanced BIOS Features CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2008 Award Software Advanced BIOS Features UMA Frame Buffer Size Init Display First Surround View Virtualization Patch AMD TLB Erratum (Note) AMD ...
... Fail-Safe Defaults ESC: Exit F1: General Help F7: Optimized Defaults UMA Frame Buffer Size Frame buffer size is set to PEG. BIOS Setup PEG Sets PCI Express graphics card as multiple virtual systems. (Default: Disabled) Patch AMD TLB Erratum (Note) Enables or disables ...Sets the onboard VGA as the first display. Enables or disables the Surround View function. 2-4 Advanced BIOS Features CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2008 Award Software Advanced BIOS Features UMA Frame Buffer Size Init Display First Surround View Virtualization Patch AMD TLB Erratum (Note) AMD ...