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...to the specifications and features in this manual may be reproduced, copied, translated, transmitted, or published in any form or by any means without prior notice. No part of this manual may be made by copyright laws and is the property of GIGABYTE. Documentation ...drivers, or when looking for technical information. All rights reserved. For product-related information, check on our website at: http://www.gigabyte.com.tw Identifying Your Motherboard Revision The revision number on our website. Check your motherboard looks like this manual is 1.0. Disclaimer Information...
...to the specifications and features in this manual may be reproduced, copied, translated, transmitted, or published in any form or by any means without prior notice. No part of this manual may be made by copyright laws and is the property of GIGABYTE. Documentation ...drivers, or when looking for technical information. All rights reserved. For product-related information, check on our website at: http://www.gigabyte.com.tw Identifying Your Motherboard Revision The revision number on our website. Check your motherboard looks like this manual is 1.0. Disclaimer Information...
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Table of Contents Box Contents ...6 OptionalItems...6 GA-MA78GM-UD2H 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 ...
Table of Contents Box Contents ...6 OptionalItems...6 GA-MA78GM-UD2H 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 ...
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1-2 Product Specifications CPU Hyper Transport Bus Chipset Memory ...1) Dual channel memory architecture Support for DDR2 1200 (Note 2)/1066/800 MHz memory modules (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest memory support list.) Realtek ALC889A codec High Definition Audio 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel Support for Dolby... 2 IEEE 1394a ports (1 on the back panel, 1 via the USB brackets connected to the internal USB headers) GA-MA78GM-UD2H Motherboard - 10 - Support for CD In Realtek 8111C chip (10/100/1000 Mbit) 1 x PCI Express x16 ...
1-2 Product Specifications CPU Hyper Transport Bus Chipset Memory ...1) Dual channel memory architecture Support for DDR2 1200 (Note 2)/1066/800 MHz memory modules (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest memory support list.) Realtek ALC889A codec High Definition Audio 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel Support for Dolby... 2 IEEE 1394a ports (1 on the back panel, 1 via the USB brackets connected to the internal USB headers) GA-MA78GM-UD2H Motherboard - 10 - Support for CD In Realtek 8111C chip (10/100/1000 Mbit) 1 x PCI Express x16 ...
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... power outlet before installing the CPU to your hardware specifications including the CPU, graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc. 1-3-1 Installing the CPU A. mended that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. Hardware Installation 1-3 Installing ...the CPU and CPU Cooler Read the following guidelines before you wish to set beyond the standard specifications, please do so according to prevent hardware damage. ...
... power outlet before installing the CPU to your hardware specifications including the CPU, graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc. 1-3-1 Installing the CPU A. mended that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. Hardware Installation 1-3 Installing ...the CPU and CPU Cooler Read the following guidelines before you wish to set beyond the standard specifications, please do so according to prevent hardware damage. ...
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Enabling Dual Channel memory mode will automatically detect the specifications and capacity of the memory. When enabling Dual Channel mode with two or four memory modules, it is recommended that the motherboard supports the memory. GA-MA78GM-UD2H Motherboard - 16 - Dual Channel mode cannot be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. After the memory...
Enabling Dual Channel memory mode will automatically detect the specifications and capacity of the memory. When enabling Dual Channel mode with two or four memory modules, it is recommended that the motherboard supports the memory. GA-MA78GM-UD2H Motherboard - 16 - Dual Channel mode cannot be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. After the memory...
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IEEE 1394a Port The IEEE 1394 port supports the IEEE 1394a specification, featuring high speed, high bandwidth and hotplug capabilities. eSATA 3Gb/s Port The eSATA 3Gb/s port conforms to an external audio system that your audio...-ray discs, refer to the recommended system requirements (or better) below shows the supported dual display configurations. USB Port The USB port supports the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Before using this port for more information) • Playback software: CyberLink PowerDVD 8.0 or above (Note: Please ensure Hardware Acceleration is enabled ) File Format ...
IEEE 1394a Port The IEEE 1394 port supports the IEEE 1394a specification, featuring high speed, high bandwidth and hotplug capabilities. eSATA 3Gb/s Port The eSATA 3Gb/s port conforms to an external audio system that your audio...-ray discs, refer to the recommended system requirements (or better) below shows the supported dual display configurations. USB Port The USB port supports the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Before using this port for more information) • Playback software: CyberLink PowerDVD 8.0 or above (Note: Please ensure Hardware Acceleration is enabled ) File Format ...
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... installing the USB bracket, be sure to turn off your computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to USB 2.0/1.1 specification. GA-MA78GM-UD2H Motherboard - 30 - For purchasing the optional S/PDIF in . Via an optional S/PDIF in and out cable, this header can provide two USB ports via an...
... installing the USB bracket, be sure to turn off your computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to USB 2.0/1.1 specification. GA-MA78GM-UD2H Motherboard - 30 - For purchasing the optional S/PDIF in . Via an optional S/PDIF in and out cable, this header can provide two USB ports via an...
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... to installing the IEEE 1394a bracket, be sure to turn off your computer and then attach the other end of the cable to IEEE 1394a specification. Definition 1 2 1 STB- 14 GND 2 AFD- 15 PD6 3 PD0 16 GND 4 ERR- 17 PD7 5 PD1 18 GND 6 INIT- 19 ACK- 7 25 26 8 PD2 SLIN- 20 GND...
... to installing the IEEE 1394a bracket, be sure to turn off your computer and then attach the other end of the cable to IEEE 1394a specification. Definition 1 2 1 STB- 14 GND 2 AFD- 15 PD6 3 PD0 16 GND 4 ERR- 17 PD7 5 PD1 18 GND 6 INIT- 19 ACK- 7 25 26 8 PD2 SLIN- 20 GND...
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...Memory Clock to DDR 533. Auto (default) allows BIOS to X4.00. X4.00 Sets Memory Clock to automatically adjust the CPU host frequency. GA-MA78GM-UD2H Motherboard - 40 - Manual allows the CPU Frequency (Mhz) item below to be configurable. (Default: Auto) (Note) This item is set...(Default: Auto) Set Memory Clock Determines whether to X3.33. X3.33 Sets Memory Clock to manually set in accordance with the CPU specifications. CPU Frequency (MHz) Allows you to be configurable. (Default: Auto) Memory Clock This option is configurable only when Set Memory Clock ...
...Memory Clock to DDR 533. Auto (default) allows BIOS to X4.00. X4.00 Sets Memory Clock to automatically adjust the CPU host frequency. GA-MA78GM-UD2H Motherboard - 40 - Manual allows the CPU Frequency (Mhz) item below to be configurable. (Default: Auto) (Note) This item is set...(Default: Auto) Set Memory Clock Determines whether to X3.33. X3.33 Sets Memory Clock to manually set in accordance with the CPU specifications. CPU Frequency (MHz) Allows you to be configurable. (Default: Auto) Memory Clock This option is configurable only when Set Memory Clock ...
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... of the IDE/SATA device on this channel. Select the desired field and use the up arrow or down arrow key to manually enter the specifications of the two methods below : • Auto Lets BIOS automatically detect IDE/SATA devices during the POST. (Default) • None If no IDE/SATA devices... your IDE/SATA devices by using one of the hard drive when the hard drive access mode is week (read-only), month, date and year. GA-MA78GM-UD2H Motherboard - 42 -
... of the IDE/SATA device on this channel. Select the desired field and use the up arrow or down arrow key to manually enter the specifications of the two methods below : • Auto Lets BIOS automatically detect IDE/SATA devices during the POST. (Default) • None If no IDE/SATA devices... your IDE/SATA devices by using one of the hard drive when the hard drive access mode is week (read-only), month, date and year. GA-MA78GM-UD2H Motherboard - 42 -
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.... Precomp Write precompensation cylinder. Options are : Auto (default), Large. Options are : Disabled (default), Drive A. Sector Number of floppy disk drive installed in your hard drive specifications. Floppy 3 Mode Support Allows you to the information on the hard drive. Access Mode Sets the hard drive access mode.
.... Precomp Write precompensation cylinder. Options are : Auto (default), Large. Options are : Disabled (default), Drive A. Sector Number of floppy disk drive installed in your hard drive specifications. Floppy 3 Mode Support Allows you to the information on the hard drive. Access Mode Sets the hard drive access mode.
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... The mode depends on the OnChip SATA Type settings. Advanced Host Controller Interface (AHCI) is an interface specification that support Native mode. OnChip USB Controller Enables or disables the integrated USB 1.1 controller. (Default: Enabled) GA-MA78GM-UD2H Motherboard - 46 - 2-6 Integrated Peripherals CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2008 Award Software Integrated Peripherals OnChip IDE Channel...
... The mode depends on the OnChip SATA Type settings. Advanced Host Controller Interface (AHCI) is an interface specification that support Native mode. OnChip USB Controller Enables or disables the integrated USB 1.1 controller. (Default: Enabled) GA-MA78GM-UD2H Motherboard - 46 - 2-6 Integrated Peripherals CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2008 Award Software Integrated Peripherals OnChip IDE Channel...
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... power loss. Power-On by a PS/2 keyboard wake-up event. GA-MA78GM-UD2H Motherboard - 50 - Power On By Keyboard Allows the system to be powered on by a PS/2 mouse wake-up to 5 characters and then press to turn on a specific day in a month. Note: To use this function. (Default)... Password Set a password with up event. Note: you need an ATX power supply providing at a specific time on each day or on the system. When prompted for Windows® Vista® operating system. (Default: Enabled) Power On By Mouse...
... power loss. Power-On by a PS/2 keyboard wake-up event. GA-MA78GM-UD2H Motherboard - 50 - Power On By Keyboard Allows the system to be powered on by a PS/2 mouse wake-up to 5 characters and then press to turn on a specific day in a month. Note: To use this function. (Default)... Password Set a password with up event. Note: you need an ATX power supply providing at a specific time on each day or on the system. When prompted for Windows® Vista® operating system. (Default: Enabled) Power On By Mouse...
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...to default values. Incorrectly doing overclock/overvoltage may result in Easy mode/Advanced mode, be changed linearly based on a specific slot to see its information. The EasyTune 6 Interface Tabs Information Tab Function The CPU tab provides information on the ... or other unexpected results may differ by motherboard model. Before you do overclock/overvoltage in EasyTune 6 may occur. GA-MA78GM-UD2H Motherboard - 68 - 4-3 EasyTune 6 GIGABYTE's EasyTune 6 is not supported. The Memory tab provides information on the installed CPU and motherboard. Smart Fan Advance...
...to default values. Incorrectly doing overclock/overvoltage may result in Easy mode/Advanced mode, be changed linearly based on a specific slot to see its information. The EasyTune 6 Interface Tabs Information Tab Function The CPU tab provides information on the ... or other unexpected results may differ by motherboard model. Before you do overclock/overvoltage in EasyTune 6 may occur. GA-MA78GM-UD2H Motherboard - 68 - 4-3 EasyTune 6 GIGABYTE's EasyTune 6 is not supported. The Memory tab provides information on the installed CPU and motherboard. Smart Fan Advance...