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Block Diagram 1 PCI Express x4 1 PCI Express x16 PCIe CLK (100 MHz) PCI Express x16 AMD Socket AM2+/AM2 CPU CPU CLK+/-(200 MHz) DDR2 1066/800/667 MHz DIMM Dual Channel Memory Hyper Transport 3.0 GFX CLK (100 MHz) x4 PCIe CLK (100 MHz) PCI Express ... Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out Side Speaker Out MIC Line-Out Line-In SPDIF In SPDIF Out (Note) Simultaneous output for DVI-D and HDMI is not supported. - 8 -
Block Diagram 1 PCI Express x4 1 PCI Express x16 PCIe CLK (100 MHz) PCI Express x16 AMD Socket AM2+/AM2 CPU CPU CLK+/-(200 MHz) DDR2 1066/800/667 MHz DIMM Dual Channel Memory Hyper Transport 3.0 GFX CLK (100 MHz) x4 PCIe CLK (100 MHz) PCI Express ... Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out Side Speaker Out MIC Line-Out Line-In SPDIF In SPDIF Out (Note) Simultaneous output for DVI-D and HDMI is not supported. - 8 -
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... PCIEX1_3 share with the PCIEX4_1 slot) (Note 4) 2 x PCI slots South Bridge: - 1 x IDE connector supporting ATA-133/100/66/33 and up to 2 IDE devices - 6 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors supporting up to the internal USB headers) GA-MA78G-DS3H Motherboard - 10 - TSB43AB23 chip Up to 3 IEEE 1394a ports (1 on the back panel, 2 via the.../ AMD AthlonTM 64 FX processor/AMD AthlonTM 64 X2 Dual-Core processor/ AMD AthlonTM 64 processor/AMD SempronTM processor (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) 5200/2000 MT/s North Bridge: AMD 780G South Bridge: AMD SB700 4 x 1.8V DDR2 DIMM sockets...
... PCIEX1_3 share with the PCIEX4_1 slot) (Note 4) 2 x PCI slots South Bridge: - 1 x IDE connector supporting ATA-133/100/66/33 and up to 2 IDE devices - 6 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors supporting up to the internal USB headers) GA-MA78G-DS3H Motherboard - 10 - TSB43AB23 chip Up to 3 IEEE 1394a ports (1 on the back panel, 2 via the.../ AMD AthlonTM 64 FX processor/AMD AthlonTM 64 X2 Dual-Core processor/ AMD AthlonTM 64 processor/AMD SempronTM processor (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) 5200/2000 MT/s North Bridge: AMD 780G South Bridge: AMD SB700 4 x 1.8V DDR2 DIMM sockets...
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... 1 x 4-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 ...138; CPU/System temperature 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...
... 1 x 4-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 ...138; CPU/System temperature 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...
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... memory is installed, the actual memory size displayed will be less than 4 GB. (Note 2) Whether 1066 MHz memory speed is supported depends on the CPU being used. (Note 3) If you are installing a PCI Express graphics card, be sure to install it in the PCIEX16_1 slot ... slots become unavailable. (Note 5) The DVI-D port does not support D-Sub connection by adapter. (Note 6) Whether the CPU/system 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 -
... memory is installed, the actual memory size displayed will be less than 4 GB. (Note 2) Whether 1066 MHz memory speed is supported depends on the CPU being used. (Note 3) If you are installing a PCI Express graphics card, be sure to install it in the PCIEX16_1 slot ... slots become unavailable. (Note 5) The DVI-D port does not support D-Sub connection by adapter. (Note 6) Whether the CPU/system 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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... installing the CPU to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. A Small Triangle Mark Denotes Pin One of the CPU. It is not installed, otherwise overheating and damage of the CPU socket and the CPU. The CPU cannot be set the frequency beyond hardware specifications since it does not meet the standard requirements for the latest CPU support list.) •...
... installing the CPU to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. A Small Triangle Mark Denotes Pin One of the CPU. It is not installed, otherwise overheating and damage of the CPU socket and the CPU. The CPU cannot be set the frequency beyond hardware specifications since it does not meet the standard requirements for the latest CPU support list.) •...
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.... 2. Dual Channel mode cannot be installed in Dual Channel mode. 1. GA-MA78G-DS3H Motherboard - 16 - A memory module can be enabled if only one...them in the same colored DDR2 sockets for the latest memory support list.) • Always turn off the computer and unplug...Memory modules have a foolproof design. DDR2_1 DDR2_2 DDR2_3 DDR2_4 Due to CPU limitation, read the following : Channel 0: DDR2_1, DDR2_3 Channel 1:... of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. When enabling Dual Channel mode with two or four memory ...
.... 2. Dual Channel mode cannot be installed in Dual Channel mode. 1. GA-MA78G-DS3H Motherboard - 16 - A memory module can be enabled if only one...them in the same colored DDR2 sockets for the latest memory support list.) • Always turn off the computer and unplug...Memory modules have a foolproof design. DDR2_1 DDR2_2 DDR2_3 DDR2_4 Due to CPU limitation, read the following : Channel 0: DDR2_1, DDR2_3 Channel 1:... of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. When enabling Dual Channel mode with two or four memory ...
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... No HDMI + D-Sub Yes B. Playback of UMA Frame Buffer Size (refer to the recommended system requirements (or better) below shows the supported dual display configurations. Dual Display Configurations: This motherboard provides three ports for more information) • Playback software: CyberLink PowerDVD 7.3 or later ... XP Windows 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. The table below . • CPU: AMD AthlonTM 64 X2 Dual-Core processor (4200+ or above) • Memory: Two 1 GB DDR2 800 memory...
... No HDMI + D-Sub Yes B. Playback of UMA Frame Buffer Size (refer to the recommended system requirements (or better) below shows the supported dual display configurations. Dual Display Configurations: This motherboard provides three ports for more information) • Playback software: CyberLink PowerDVD 7.3 or later ... XP Windows 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. The table below . • CPU: AMD AthlonTM 64 X2 Dual-Core processor (4200+ or above) • Memory: Two 1 GB DDR2 800 memory...
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... requires a +12V voltage. CPU_FAN: Pin No. Overheating may result in the correct orientation. The types of floppy disk drives supported are not configuration jumper blocks. Before connecting a floppy disk drive, be installed inside the chassis. The black connector wire is... used to connect it is typically designated by a stripe of a CPU fan with color-coded power connector wires. The motherboard supports CPU fan speed control, which requires the use of different color. 33 1 34 2 - 25 - Definition 1 CPU_FAN ...
... requires a +12V voltage. CPU_FAN: Pin No. Overheating may result in the correct orientation. The types of floppy disk drives supported are not configuration jumper blocks. Before connecting a floppy disk drive, be installed inside the chassis. The black connector wire is... used to connect it is typically designated by a stripe of a CPU fan with color-coded power connector wires. The motherboard supports CPU fan speed control, which requires the use of different color. 33 1 34 2 - 25 - Definition 1 CPU_FAN ...
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...the Patch AMD TLB Erratum function. (Default: Enabled) AMD K8 Cool&Quiet control Auto Disabled Lets the AMD Cool'n'Quiet driver dynamically adjust the CPU clock and VIA to reduce heat output from the installed PCI graphics card, PCI Express graphics card, or the onboard VGA. This option is ... Fail-Safe Defaults ESC: Exit F1: General Help F7: Optimized Defaults UMA Frame Buffer Size Frame buffer size is present only if you install a CPU that supports this memory for example, will use only this feature. - 41 - PCI Slot Sets the PCI graphics card as the first display. Enables or ...
...the Patch AMD TLB Erratum function. (Default: Enabled) AMD K8 Cool&Quiet control Auto Disabled Lets the AMD Cool'n'Quiet driver dynamically adjust the CPU clock and VIA to reduce heat output from the installed PCI graphics card, PCI Express graphics card, or the onboard VGA. This option is ... Fail-Safe Defaults ESC: Exit F1: General Help F7: Optimized Defaults UMA Frame Buffer Size Frame buffer size is present only if you install a CPU that supports this memory for example, will use only this feature. - 41 - PCI Slot Sets the PCI graphics card as the first display. Enables or ...
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... unexpected results. (Inadequately altering the settings may result in damage to CPU, chipset, or memory and reduce the useful life of VGA Core clock. The adjustable range is recommended that supports this occurs, clear the CMOS values and reset the board to default...Clock DCTs Mode (Note) ******** System Voltage Optimized System Voltage Control x DDR2 Voltage Control x NorthBridge Volt Control x SouthBridge Volt Control x CPU NB VID Control (Note) x CPU Voltage Control Normal CPU Vcore ******** [Auto] [Disabled] 500 [Auto] [Auto] 1800Mhz [Auto] 200 [Auto] [Auto] DDR 533 [Unganged] [Auto]...
... unexpected results. (Inadequately altering the settings may result in damage to CPU, chipset, or memory and reduce the useful life of VGA Core clock. The adjustable range is recommended that supports this occurs, clear the CMOS values and reset the board to default...Clock DCTs Mode (Note) ******** System Voltage Optimized System Voltage Control x DDR2 Voltage Control x NorthBridge Volt Control x SouthBridge Volt Control x CPU NB VID Control (Note) x CPU Voltage Control Normal CPU Vcore ******** [Auto] [Disabled] 500 [Auto] [Auto] 1800Mhz [Auto] 200 [Auto] [Auto] DDR 533 [Unganged] [Auto]...
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...voltage control items below to be configurable. (Default: Auto) Memory Clock This option is configurable only when Set Memory Clock is highly recommended that supports this feature. Manual allows all voltage control items below to be configurable. (Default: Auto) (Note) This item is from 100 MHz to ... X5.33 Sets Memory Clock to DDR 800. DCTs Mode (Note) Allows you use an AM2 CPU: DDR 400 Sets Memory Clock to X2.00. GA-MA78G-DS3H Motherboard - 52 - Manual allows the CPU Frequency (Mhz) item below to be set memory control mode. DDR 533 Sets Memory Clock to set...
...voltage control items below to be configurable. (Default: Auto) Memory Clock This option is configurable only when Set Memory Clock is highly recommended that supports this feature. Manual allows all voltage control items below to be configurable. (Default: Auto) (Note) This item is from 100 MHz to ... X5.33 Sets Memory Clock to DDR 800. DCTs Mode (Note) Allows you use an AM2 CPU: DDR 400 Sets Memory Clock to X2.00. GA-MA78G-DS3H Motherboard - 52 - Manual allows the CPU Frequency (Mhz) item below to be set memory control mode. DDR 533 Sets Memory Clock to set...
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.... (Default) +0.1V ~ +0.7V Increases memory voltage by 0.1V to your CPU or reduce the useful life of your CPU or reduce the useful life of the CPU. Normal CPU Vcore Displays the normal operating voltage of the CPU. SouthBridge Volt Control Allows you install a CPU that supports this feature. - 53 - Normal Supplies the North Bridge voltage as...
.... (Default) +0.1V ~ +0.7V Increases memory voltage by 0.1V to your CPU or reduce the useful life of your CPU or reduce the useful life of the CPU. Normal CPU Vcore Displays the normal operating voltage of the CPU. SouthBridge Volt Control Allows you install a CPU that supports this feature. - 53 - Normal Supplies the North Bridge voltage as...
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... setting page Enters the PC HEALTH setting page Confirmation/execution button Toggles among Easy Mode, Advanced Mode, and Graphics Mode Displays the CPU frequency Shows the supported function(s) Go to GIGABYTE website to update EasyTune 5 Pro Opens EasyTune 5 Pro help file Quits or minimizes the EasyTune 5 Pro interface Performance Enhancement Incorrectly doing overclock...
... setting page Enters the PC HEALTH setting page Confirmation/execution button Toggles among Easy Mode, Advanced Mode, and Graphics Mode Displays the CPU frequency Shows the supported function(s) Go to GIGABYTE website to update EasyTune 5 Pro Opens EasyTune 5 Pro help file Quits or minimizes the EasyTune 5 Pro interface Performance Enhancement Incorrectly doing overclock...
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... by one (install one device at one time and then boot the system to save changes and exit BIOS Setup. Or go to the Support\Technical Service Zone page to submit your problem, contact the place of purchase or local dealer for help. Yes Turn off the computer and...computer. No The IDE/SATA device, connector, or cable might fail. The problem is the CPU cooler running? A When the computer is turned on your monitor. The problem is display on , is verified and solved. GA-MA78G-DS3H Motherboard - 94 - Yes Check if there is verified and solved. Plugg in the keyboard and...
... by one (install one device at one time and then boot the system to save changes and exit BIOS Setup. Or go to the Support\Technical Service Zone page to submit your problem, contact the place of purchase or local dealer for help. Yes Turn off the computer and...computer. No The IDE/SATA device, connector, or cable might fail. The problem is the CPU cooler running? A When the computer is turned on your monitor. The problem is display on , is verified and solved. GA-MA78G-DS3H Motherboard - 94 - Yes Check if there is verified and solved. Plugg in the keyboard and...