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... be reproduced, copied, translated, transmitted, or published in this : "REV: X.X." All rights reserved. GIGABYTE UNITED INC. For example, "REV: 1.0" means the revision of GIGABYTE branded motherboards. by GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD as the exclu- No part of documentations: ...; For detailed product information, carefully read or download the information on/from the Support\Motherboard\Technology Guide page on your motherboard revision before updating motherboard BIOS...
... be reproduced, copied, translated, transmitted, or published in this : "REV: X.X." All rights reserved. GIGABYTE UNITED INC. For example, "REV: 1.0" means the revision of GIGABYTE branded motherboards. by GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD as the exclu- No part of documentations: ...; For detailed product information, carefully read or download the information on/from the Support\Motherboard\Technology Guide page on your motherboard revision before updating motherboard BIOS...
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Table of Contents Box Contents ...6 OptionalItems ...6 GA-MA78GM-S2H 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 19 1-7 Internal Connectors 22 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 33 2-1 Startup Screen 34 2-2 The Main Menu 35 2-3 Standard CMOS Features 37 2-4 Advanced BIOS Features 39 2-5 IntegratedPeripherals 41 2-6 Power Management Setup 44 2-7 PnP/PCI Configurations 46 2-8 PC Health Status...
Table of Contents Box Contents ...6 OptionalItems ...6 GA-MA78GM-S2H 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 19 1-7 Internal Connectors 22 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 33 2-1 Startup Screen 34 2-2 The Main Menu 35 2-3 Standard CMOS Features 37 2-4 Advanced BIOS Features 39 2-5 IntegratedPeripherals 41 2-6 Power Management Setup 44 2-7 PnP/PCI Configurations 46 2-8 PC Health Status...
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... 56 3-3 Driver CD Information 56 3-4 Hardware Information 57 3-5 Contact Us ...57 Chapter 4 Unique Features 59 4-1 Xpress Recovery2 59 4-2 BIOS Update Utilities 64 4-2-1 Updating the BIOS with the Q-Flash Utility 64 4-2-2 Updating the BIOS with the @BIOS Utility 67 4-3 EasyTune 5 Pro 69 4-4 Windows Vista ReadyBoost 70 Chapter 5 Appendix ...71 5-1 Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s 71 5-1-1 Configuring...
... 56 3-3 Driver CD Information 56 3-4 Hardware Information 57 3-5 Contact Us ...57 Chapter 4 Unique Features 59 4-1 Xpress Recovery2 59 4-2 BIOS Update Utilities 64 4-2-1 Updating the BIOS with the Q-Flash Utility 64 4-2-2 Updating the BIOS with the @BIOS Utility 67 4-3 EasyTune 5 Pro 69 4-4 Windows Vista ReadyBoost 70 Chapter 5 Appendix ...71 5-1 Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s 71 5-1-1 Configuring...
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GA-MA78GM-S2H Motherboard Layout DVI-D VGA KB_MS ATX_12V Socket AM2 IT8718 BIOS CI FDD HDMI ATX OPTICAL ESATA 1394 USB CPU_FAN BATTERY LAN USB AUDIO F_AUDIO PCIE_1 RTL 8111C PCIE_16 AMD 780G PCI1 CD_IN CODEC PCI2 GA-MA78GM-S2H SPDIF_IO TPM COM CLR_CMOS LPT DDRII_1 DDRII_2 DDRII_3 DDRII_4 AMD SB700 IDE SATAII4 F_USB1 F_USB2 F_USB3 F_USB4 SATAII2 SATAII3 TSB43AB23 F1_1394 SYS_FAN F_PANEL PWR_LED SATAII0 SATAII1 - 7 -
GA-MA78GM-S2H Motherboard Layout DVI-D VGA KB_MS ATX_12V Socket AM2 IT8718 BIOS CI FDD HDMI ATX OPTICAL ESATA 1394 USB CPU_FAN BATTERY LAN USB AUDIO F_AUDIO PCIE_1 RTL 8111C PCIE_16 AMD 780G PCI1 CD_IN CODEC PCI2 GA-MA78GM-S2H SPDIF_IO TPM COM CLR_CMOS LPT DDRII_1 DDRII_2 DDRII_3 DDRII_4 AMD SB700 IDE SATAII4 F_USB1 F_USB2 F_USB3 F_USB4 SATAII2 SATAII3 TSB43AB23 F1_1394 SYS_FAN F_PANEL PWR_LED SATAII0 SATAII1 - 7 -
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...) AMD 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 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...
...) AMD 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 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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... temperature detection CPU/System fan speed detection CPU overheating warning CPU/System fan fail warning CPU/System fan speed control (Note 4) BIOS 1 x 8 Mbit flash Use of licensed AWARD...
... temperature detection CPU/System fan speed detection CPU overheating warning CPU/System fan fail warning CPU/System fan speed control (Note 4) BIOS 1 x 8 Mbit flash Use of licensed AWARD...
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... Center Support for Q-Flash Support for EasyTune (Note 5) Support for Xpress Install Support for Xpress Recovery2 Support for Virtual Dual BIOS Norton Internet Security (OEM version) Support for Microsoft® Windows® Vista/XP/2000 Micro ATX Form Factor; 24.3cm x 24.3cm... 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-MA78GM-S2H Motherboard - 12 -
... Center Support for Q-Flash Support for EasyTune (Note 5) Support for Xpress Install Support for Xpress Recovery2 Support for Virtual Dual BIOS Norton Internet Security (OEM version) Support for Microsoft® Windows® Vista/XP/2000 Micro ATX Form Factor; 24.3cm x 24.3cm... 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-MA78GM-S2H Motherboard - 12 -
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...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 unable to insert the memory, .... 2. After the memory is recommended that memory of the memory. It is installed, the BIOS will double the original memory bandwidth. 1-4 Installing the Memory Read the following guidelines before you ...outlet before installing the memory to prevent hardware damage. • Memory modules have a foolproof design. GA-MA78GM-S2H Motherboard - 16 - DS/SS DS/SS Four Modules DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS ...
...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 unable to insert the memory, .... 2. After the memory is recommended that memory of the memory. It is installed, the BIOS will double the original memory bandwidth. 1-4 Installing the Memory Read the following guidelines before you ...outlet before installing the memory to prevent hardware damage. • Memory modules have a foolproof design. GA-MA78GM-S2H Motherboard - 16 - DS/SS DS/SS Four Modules DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS ...
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... Slot PCI Express x16 Slot PCI Slot Follow the steps below to correctly install your expansion card(s). 7. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to prevent hardware damage. Turn on the top edge of the card until it is securely seated in your expansion card. ...BIOS changes for your expansion card in the slot. 3. Locate an expansion slot that came with the slot, and press down on your card. Secure the card's metal bracket to install an expansion card: • Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Align the card with your operating system. GA-MA78GM-S2H...
... Slot PCI Express x16 Slot PCI Slot Follow the steps below to correctly install your expansion card(s). 7. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to prevent hardware damage. Turn on the top edge of the card until it is securely seated in your expansion card. ...BIOS changes for your expansion card in the slot. 3. Locate an expansion slot that came with the slot, and press down on your card. Secure the card's metal bracket to install an expansion card: • Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Align the card with your operating system. GA-MA78GM-S2H...
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.../2 mouse and the lower port (purple) to Realtek HDA HDMI Out. Refer the figures below for details.), and enter BIOS Setup, then set Onboard VGA output connect to D-SUB/ HDMI under Advanced BIOS Features. • Please note the HDMI audio output only supports AC3, DTS and 2-channel-LPCM formats. (AC3 and DTS...
.../2 mouse and the lower port (purple) to Realtek HDA HDMI Out. Refer the figures below for details.), and enter BIOS Setup, then set Onboard VGA output connect to D-SUB/ HDMI under Advanced BIOS Features. • Please note the HDMI audio output only supports AC3, DTS and 2-channel-LPCM formats. (AC3 and DTS...
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...Combination Supported or Not Display DVI-D + D-Sub Yes DVI-D + HDMI No HDMI + D-Sub Yes B. Only microphones still MUST be connected 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 default Mic in jack ( ). In addition to ...AMD AthlonTM 64 X2 Dual-Core processor (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...
...Combination Supported or Not Display DVI-D + D-Sub Yes DVI-D + HDMI No HDMI + D-Sub Yes B. Only microphones still MUST be connected 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 default Mic in jack ( ). In addition to ...AMD AthlonTM 64 X2 Dual-Core processor (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...
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... Off 9) BATTERY The battery provides power to keep the values (such as BIOS configurations, date, and time information) in the CMOS when the computer is in the power cord and restart your computer. • Always turn off . Turn off (S5). GA-MA78GM-S2H Motherboard - 26 - Gently remove the battery from the battery holder and...
... Off 9) BATTERY The battery provides power to keep the values (such as BIOS configurations, date, and time information) in the CMOS when the computer is in the power cord and restart your computer. • Always turn off . Turn off (S5). GA-MA78GM-S2H Motherboard - 26 - Gently remove the battery from the battery holder and...
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...Connects to the power status indicator on when the system is detected at system startup. The LED is off when the system is detected, the BIOS may differ by issuing a beep code. If a problem is in different patterns to indicate the problem. A front panel module mainly consists of...on the chassis front panel. The system reports system startup status by chassis. When connecting your system using the power switch (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Power Management Setup," for information about beep codes. • HD (IDE Hard Drive Activity LED) Connects to the hard drive activity ...
...Connects to the power status indicator on when the system is detected at system startup. The LED is off when the system is detected, the BIOS may differ by issuing a beep code. If a problem is in different patterns to indicate the problem. A front panel module mainly consists of...on the chassis front panel. The system reports system startup status by chassis. When connecting your system using the power switch (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Power Management Setup," for information about beep codes. • HD (IDE Hard Drive Activity LED) Connects to the hard drive activity ...
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...design. Definition 1 1 Signal 2 GND 20) 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. Open: Normal Short: Clear CMOS Values • Always turn ... BIOS Setup to load factory defaults (select Load Optimized Defaults) or manually configure the BIOS settings (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," for a few seconds. To clear the CMOS values, place a jumper cap on your computer, be sure to touch the two pins for BIOS configurations). GA-MA78GM-S2H ...
...design. Definition 1 1 Signal 2 GND 20) 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. Open: Normal Short: Clear CMOS Values • Always turn ... BIOS Setup to load factory defaults (select Load Optimized Defaults) or manually configure the BIOS settings (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," for a few seconds. To clear the CMOS values, place a jumper cap on your computer, be sure to touch the two pins for BIOS configurations). GA-MA78GM-S2H ...
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... system parameters and loading operating system, etc. Chapter 2 BIOS Setup BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) records hardware parameters of the system in the CMOS on . To upgrade the BIOS, use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash or @BIOS utility. • Q-Flash allows the user to boot. Inadequate BIOS flashing may result in system's failure to quickly and...
... system parameters and loading operating system, etc. Chapter 2 BIOS Setup BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) records hardware parameters of the system in the CMOS on . To upgrade the BIOS, use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash or @BIOS utility. • Q-Flash allows the user to boot. Inadequate BIOS flashing may result in system's failure to quickly and...
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... the POST, telling you the SATA controller is running at IDE MODE!" Note: This message will still be used for the SATA connectors. GA-MA78GM-S2H F3c . . . . : BIOS Setup/Q-Flash : XpressRecovery2 : Boot Menu : Qflash 02/13/2008-RS780-SB700-6A66AG06C-00 Function Keys SATA Mode Message: "SATA is effective ... order will appear again at IDE mode. 2-1 Startup Screen The following screen may appear when the computer boots. Motherboard Model BIOS Version Award Modular BIOS v6.00PG, An Energy Star Ally Copyright (C) 1984-2008, Award Software, Inc. GA-MA78GM-S2H Motherboard - 34 -
... the POST, telling you the SATA controller is running at IDE MODE!" Note: This message will still be used for the SATA connectors. GA-MA78GM-S2H F3c . . . . : BIOS Setup/Q-Flash : XpressRecovery2 : Boot Menu : Qflash 02/13/2008-RS780-SB700-6A66AG06C-00 Function Keys SATA Mode Message: "SATA is effective ... order will appear again at IDE mode. 2-1 Startup Screen The following screen may appear when the computer boots. Motherboard Model BIOS Version Award Modular BIOS v6.00PG, An Energy Star Ally Copyright (C) 1984-2008, Award Software, Inc. GA-MA78GM-S2H Motherboard - 34 -
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...this chapter are for the current submenus Access the Q-Flash utility Display system information Save all the changes and exit the BIOS Setup program Save CMOS to BIOS Load CMOS from BIOS Time, Date, Hard Disk Type... 2-2 The Main Menu Once you want in the Main Menu or a submenu,...value or make changes Decrease the numeric value or make changes Show descriptions of the function keys Move cursor to BIOS F12: Load CMOS from BIOS Main Menu Help The onscreen description of a highlighted setup option is displayed on the right (submenus only) Restore the ...
...this chapter are for the current submenus Access the Q-Flash utility Display system information Save all the changes and exit the BIOS Setup program Save CMOS to BIOS Load CMOS from BIOS Time, Date, Hard Disk Type... 2-2 The Main Menu Once you want in the Main Menu or a submenu,...value or make changes Decrease the numeric value or make changes Show descriptions of the function keys Move cursor to BIOS F12: Load CMOS from BIOS Main Menu Help The onscreen description of a highlighted setup option is displayed on the right (submenus only) Restore the ...
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...Profile 1-8) and name each profile. It allows you to a profile. You can create up to the system and BIOS Setup. It allows you wish to load, then press to complete. Standard CMOS Features Use this menu..., 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 ..., set , or disable password. Pressing to the confirmation message will exit BIOS Setup. (Pressing can also carry out this task.) GA-MA78GM-S2H Motherboard - 36 -
...Profile 1-8) and name each profile. It allows you to a profile. You can create up to the system and BIOS Setup. It allows you wish to load, then press to complete. Standard CMOS Features Use this menu..., 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 ..., set , or disable password. Pressing to the confirmation message will exit BIOS Setup. (Pressing can also carry out this task.) GA-MA78GM-S2H Motherboard - 36 -
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...month, date and year. 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 : Auto (default), CHS, LBA, Large. Time ...and use the up arrow or down arrow key to set to autodetect the parameters of the two methods below : • Auto Lets BIOS automatically detect IDE/SATA devices during the POST for faster system startup. • Manual Allows you to manually enter the specifications of the ...
...month, date and year. 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 : Auto (default), CHS, LBA, Large. Time ...and use the up arrow or down arrow key to set to autodetect the parameters of the two methods below : • Auto Lets BIOS automatically detect IDE/SATA devices during the POST for faster system startup. • Manual Allows you to manually enter the specifications of the ...
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...error but stop for an error during the POST. Memory These fields are read-only and are : Auto (default), Large. Options are determined by the BIOS POST. No Errors The system boot will not stop for a floppy disk drive error but stop for all other errors. (Default) All, But Diskette ...whether the installed floppy disk drive is 3-mode floppy disk drive, a Japanese standard floppy disk drive. Halt on the hard drive. All Errors Whenever the BIOS detects a non-fatal error the system boot will be reserved for all other errors. GA-MA78GM-S2H Motherboard - 38 -
...error but stop for an error during the POST. Memory These fields are read-only and are : Auto (default), Large. Options are determined by the BIOS POST. No Errors The system boot will not stop for a floppy disk drive error but stop for all other errors. (Default) All, But Diskette ...whether the installed floppy disk drive is 3-mode floppy disk drive, a Japanese standard floppy disk drive. Halt on the hard drive. All Errors Whenever the BIOS detects a non-fatal error the system boot will be reserved for all other errors. GA-MA78GM-S2H Motherboard - 38 -