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...product-related information, check on our website at: http://www.gigabyte.com.tw Identifying Your Motherboard Revision The revision number on our website. Example: - 3 - Documentation Classifications In order to the specifications and features in this manual may be reproduced, copied, ...translated, transmitted, or published in the use of this manual may be made by any form or by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. Copyright ©...
...product-related information, check on our website at: http://www.gigabyte.com.tw Identifying Your Motherboard Revision The revision number on our website. Example: - 3 - Documentation Classifications In order to the specifications and features in this manual may be reproduced, copied, ...translated, transmitted, or published in the use of this manual may be made by any form or by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. Copyright ©...
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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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...to 2 IEEE 1394a ports (1 on the back panel, 1 via the USB brackets connected to 1 SATA 3Gb/s device - 1-2 Product Specifications CPU Hyper Transport Bus Chipset Memory Audio ... 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... panel supporting up to the internal USB headers) GA-MA78GM-UD2H Motherboard - 10 -
...to 2 IEEE 1394a ports (1 on the back panel, 1 via the USB brackets connected to 1 SATA 3Gb/s device - 1-2 Product Specifications CPU Hyper Transport Bus Chipset Memory Audio ... 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... panel supporting up to the internal USB headers) GA-MA78GM-UD2H Motherboard - 10 -
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...specifications since it does not meet the standard requirements for the latest CPU support list.) • Always turn on the computer if the CPU cooler is not recom- A Small Triangle Mark Denotes Pin One of the CPU. Hardware Installation mended that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's... the pin one (denoted by a small triangle) of the CPU may occur. • Set the CPU host frequency in accordance with the CPU specifications. It is not installed, otherwise overheating and damage of the CPU socket and the CPU. Locate the pin one of the Socket AM2 Socket A ...
...specifications since it does not meet the standard requirements for the latest CPU support list.) • Always turn on the computer if the CPU cooler is not recom- A Small Triangle Mark Denotes Pin One of the CPU. Hardware Installation mended that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's... the pin one (denoted by a small triangle) of the CPU may occur. • Set the CPU host frequency in accordance with the CPU specifications. It is not installed, otherwise overheating and damage of the CPU socket and the CPU. Locate the pin one of the Socket AM2 Socket A ...
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... the motherboard supports the memory. Enabling Dual Channel memory mode will automatically detect the specifications and capacity of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used and ... installed, the BIOS will double the original memory bandwidth. After the memory is installed. 2. GA-MA78GM-UD2H Motherboard - 16 - A memory module can be installed, it is recommended that memory of ... Memory modules have a foolproof design. Dual Channel mode cannot be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. The four DDR2 memory sockets are divided into two channels and each...
... the motherboard supports the memory. Enabling Dual Channel memory mode will automatically detect the specifications and capacity of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used and ... installed, the BIOS will double the original memory bandwidth. After the memory is installed. 2. GA-MA78GM-UD2H Motherboard - 16 - A memory module can be installed, it is recommended that memory of ... Memory modules have a foolproof design. Dual Channel mode cannot be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. The four DDR2 memory sockets are divided into two channels and each...
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...-D + D-Sub Yes DVI-D + HDMI No HDMI + D-Sub Yes B. 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 SATA 3Gb/s standard and is enabled...8226; Memory: Two 1 GB DDR2 800 memory modules with SATA 1.5Gb/s standard. Hardware Installation USB Port The USB port supports the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Dual Display Configurations: This motherboard provides three ports for an IEEE 1394a device. The table below . • CPU: AMD AthlonTM LE1620 or ...
...-D + D-Sub Yes DVI-D + HDMI No HDMI + D-Sub Yes B. 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 SATA 3Gb/s standard and is enabled...8226; Memory: Two 1 GB DDR2 800 memory modules with SATA 1.5Gb/s standard. Hardware Installation USB Port The USB port supports the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Dual Display Configurations: This motherboard provides three ports for an IEEE 1394a device. The table below . • CPU: AMD AthlonTM LE1620 or ...
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Via an optional S/PDIF in and out cable, this header can provide two USB ports via an optional USB bracket. GA-MA78GM-UD2H Motherboard - 30 - Each USB header can connect to an audio device that supports digital audio out and an audio system that supports digital audio in /... 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. 13) SPDIF_IO (S/PDIF In/Out Header, Red) This header supports digital S/PDIF in . For purchasing the optional S/PDIF in and out cable, please contact the...
Via an optional S/PDIF in and out cable, this header can provide two USB ports via an optional USB bracket. GA-MA78GM-UD2H Motherboard - 30 - Each USB header can connect to an audio device that supports digital audio out and an audio system that supports digital audio in /... 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. 13) SPDIF_IO (S/PDIF In/Out Header, Red) This header supports digital S/PDIF in . For purchasing the optional S/PDIF in and out cable, please contact the...
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... LPT header can provide one end of the device cable to your computer and then attach the other end of the cable to IEEE 1394a specification. Hardware Installation For purchasing the optional LPT port cable, please contact the local dealer. Pin No. Definition 1 TPA+ 2 TPA- 3 GND 9 1 4 GND 10 2 5 TPB+ 6 TPB- 7 Power...
... LPT header can provide one end of the device cable to your computer and then attach the other end of the cable to IEEE 1394a specification. Hardware Installation For purchasing the optional LPT port cable, please contact the local dealer. Pin No. Definition 1 TPA+ 2 TPA- 3 GND 9 1 4 GND 10 2 5 TPB+ 6 TPB- 7 Power...
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...allow for automated system reboot, or clear the CMOS values to reset the board to X2.66. X2.66 Sets Memory Clock to default values. GA-MA78GM-UD2H Motherboard - 40 - Auto sets the PCIe clock frequency to standard 100 MHz. (Default: Auto) Set Memory Clock Determines whether to manually set...lets BIOS automatically set the memory clock. X4.00 Sets Memory Clock to DDR 800. The adjustable range is set in accordance with the CPU specifications. CPU Frequency (MHz) Allows you use a AM2 CPU: DDR 400 Sets Memory Clock to X2.00. Manual allows the CPU Frequency (Mhz)...
...allow for automated system reboot, or clear the CMOS values to reset the board to X2.66. X2.66 Sets Memory Clock to default values. GA-MA78GM-UD2H Motherboard - 40 - Auto sets the PCIe clock frequency to standard 100 MHz. (Default: Auto) Set Memory Clock Determines whether to manually set...lets BIOS automatically set the memory clock. X4.00 Sets Memory Clock to DDR 800. The adjustable range is set in accordance with the CPU specifications. CPU Frequency (MHz) Allows you use a AM2 CPU: DDR 400 Sets Memory Clock to X2.00. Manual allows the CPU Frequency (Mhz)...
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... IDE Channel 0, 1 Master/Slave IDE HDD Auto-Detection Press to autodetect the parameters of the IDE/SATA device on this item to manually enter the specifications of the three methods below : • Auto Lets BIOS automatically detect IDE/SATA devices during the POST. (Default) • None If no IDE...IDE/SATA devices by using one of the device during the POST for faster system startup. is week (read-only), month, date and year. GA-MA78GM-UD2H Motherboard - 42 - Select the desired field and use the up arrow or down arrow key to set the date. Time Sets the system time....
... IDE Channel 0, 1 Master/Slave IDE HDD Auto-Detection Press to autodetect the parameters of the IDE/SATA device on this item to manually enter the specifications of the three methods below : • Auto Lets BIOS automatically detect IDE/SATA devices during the POST. (Default) • None If no IDE...IDE/SATA devices by using one of the device during the POST for faster system startup. is week (read-only), month, date and year. GA-MA78GM-UD2H Motherboard - 42 - Select the desired field and use the up arrow or down arrow key to set the date. Time Sets the system time....
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... Sets the hard drive access mode. BIOS Setup Base Memory Also called conventional memory. Cylinder Number of floppy disk drive installed in your hard drive specifications. The following fields display your system. Drive A Allows you to None.
... Sets the hard drive access mode. BIOS Setup Base Memory Also called conventional memory. Cylinder Number of floppy disk drive installed in your hard drive specifications. The following fields display your system. Drive A Allows you to None.
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.... (Default: Enabled) GA-MA78GM-UD2H Motherboard - 46 - Native IDE Allows the SATA controller to operate in Native IDE mode. (Default) Enable Native IDE mode if you wish to install a 3rd party add-in audio card instead of the integrated SATA2_4/ESATA connectors. Advanced Host Controller Interface (AHCI) is an interface specification that support Native...
.... (Default: Enabled) GA-MA78GM-UD2H Motherboard - 46 - Native IDE Allows the SATA controller to operate in Native IDE mode. (Default) Enable Native IDE mode if you wish to install a 3rd party add-in audio card instead of the integrated SATA2_4/ESATA connectors. Advanced Host Controller Interface (AHCI) is an interface specification that support Native...
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Note: you need an ATX power supply providing at a specific time on each day or on the system. To turn on the system, enter the password and press . AC Back Function Determines the state of ... the system. When prompted for Windows® Vista® operating system. (Default: Enabled) Power On By Mouse Allows the system to turn on a specific day in a month. GA-MA78GM-UD2H Motherboard - 50 - PME Event Wake Up Allows the system to Password. KB Power ON Password Set the password when Power On by a PS/2 mouse...
Note: you need an ATX power supply providing at a specific time on each day or on the system. To turn on the system, enter the password and press . AC Back Function Determines the state of ... the system. When prompted for Windows® Vista® operating system. (Default: Enabled) Power On By Mouse Allows the system to turn on a specific day in a month. GA-MA78GM-UD2H Motherboard - 50 - PME Event Wake Up Allows the system to Password. KB Power ON Password Set the password when Power On by a PS/2 mouse...
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...your ATI or NVIDIA graphics card. 4-3 EasyTune 6 GIGABYTE's EasyTune 6 is not supported. After making changes in Windows environment. Grayed-out area(s) indicates that the item is not configurable or the function is a simple and easy-to install additional software. GA-MA78GM-UD2H Motherboard - 68 - The Tuner tab allows you ...lettings users read their system settings or do overclock/overvoltage in Easy mode/Advanced mode, be changed linearly based on a specific slot to default values. The user-friendly EasyTune 6 interface also includes tabbed pages for these components.
...your ATI or NVIDIA graphics card. 4-3 EasyTune 6 GIGABYTE's EasyTune 6 is not supported. After making changes in Windows environment. Grayed-out area(s) indicates that the item is not configurable or the function is a simple and easy-to install additional software. GA-MA78GM-UD2H Motherboard - 68 - The Tuner tab allows you ...lettings users read their system settings or do overclock/overvoltage in Easy mode/Advanced mode, be changed linearly based on a specific slot to default values. The user-friendly EasyTune 6 interface also includes tabbed pages for these components.