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GA-MA78GM-US2H AM2+/AM2 socket motherboard for AMD PhenomTM FX processor/AMD PhenomTM X4 processor/ AMD PhenomTM X3 processor/AMD AthlonTM X2 processor/ AMD AthlonTM processor/AMD SempronTM X2 processor/ AMD SempronTM processor User's Manual Rev. 1002 12ME-MA78GU2-1002R
GA-MA78GM-US2H AM2+/AM2 socket motherboard for AMD PhenomTM FX processor/AMD PhenomTM X4 processor/ AMD PhenomTM X3 processor/AMD AthlonTM X2 processor/ AMD AthlonTM processor/AMD SempronTM X2 processor/ AMD SempronTM processor User's Manual Rev. 1002 12ME-MA78GU2-1002R
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... User's Manual. For instructions on how to their respective owners. Example: - 3 - All rights reserved. Check your motherboard looks like this product, GIGABYTE provides the following types of documentations: For quick set-up of GIGABYTE. Disclaimer Information in this manual may be reproduced, copied, translated, transmitted, or published in the use of...
... User's Manual. For instructions on how to their respective owners. Example: - 3 - All rights reserved. Check your motherboard looks like this product, GIGABYTE provides the following types of documentations: For quick set-up of GIGABYTE. Disclaimer Information in this manual may be reproduced, copied, translated, transmitted, or published in the use of...
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Table of Contents Box Contents ...6 OptionalItems...6 GA-MA78GM-US2H 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 ...
Table of Contents Box Contents ...6 OptionalItems...6 GA-MA78GM-US2H 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 ...
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...-3*R) S/PDIF in and out cable (Part No. 12CR1-1SPINO-1*R) LPT port cable (Part No. 12CF1-1LP001-0*R) - 6 - The box contents are for reference only. Box Contents GA-MA78GM-US2H motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual Quick Installation Guide One IDE cable Two SATA 3Gb/s cables I/O Shield • The box contents above are subject to change without...
...-3*R) S/PDIF in and out cable (Part No. 12CR1-1SPINO-1*R) LPT port cable (Part No. 12CF1-1LP001-0*R) - 6 - The box contents are for reference only. Box Contents GA-MA78GM-US2H motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual Quick Installation Guide One IDE cable Two SATA 3Gb/s cables I/O Shield • The box contents above are subject to change without...
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GA-MA78GM-US2H Motherboard Layout DVI-D VGA KB_MS ATX_12V Socket AM2 M_BIOS B_BIOS IT8718 CI FDD HDMI ATX OPTICAL CPU_FAN USB 1394 ESATA LAN USB AUDIO F_AUDIO PCIE_1 NB_FAN RTL8111C PCIE_16 AMD 780G PCI1 GA-MA78GM-US2H CD_IN CODEC PCI2 CLR_CMOS SPDIF_IO COM LPT DDR2_1 DDR2_2 DDR2_3 DDR2_4 BATTERY IDE AMD SB700 SATA2_4 F_USB1 F_USB2 F_USB3 F_USB4 SATA2_2 SATA2_3 TSB43AB23 F_1394_1 SYS_FAN SATA2_0 SATA2_1 PWR_LED F_PANEL - 7 -
GA-MA78GM-US2H Motherboard Layout DVI-D VGA KB_MS ATX_12V Socket AM2 M_BIOS B_BIOS IT8718 CI FDD HDMI ATX OPTICAL CPU_FAN USB 1394 ESATA LAN USB AUDIO F_AUDIO PCIE_1 NB_FAN RTL8111C PCIE_16 AMD 780G PCI1 GA-MA78GM-US2H CD_IN CODEC PCI2 CLR_CMOS SPDIF_IO COM LPT DDR2_1 DDR2_2 DDR2_3 DDR2_4 BATTERY IDE AMD SB700 SATA2_4 F_USB1 F_USB2 F_USB3 F_USB4 SATA2_2 SATA2_3 TSB43AB23 F_1394_1 SYS_FAN SATA2_0 SATA2_1 PWR_LED F_PANEL - 7 -
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... system on an uneven surface. • Do not place the computer system in a high-temperature environment. • Turning on the motherboard, make sure the power supply voltage has been set according to the local voltage standard. • Before using the product, please verify... of the product, please consult a certified computer technician. - 9 - If you are connected tightly and securely. • When handling the motherboard, avoid touching any installation steps or have it on top of an antistatic pad or within an electrostatic shielding container. • Before unplugging the...
... system on an uneven surface. • Do not place the computer system in a high-temperature environment. • Turning on the motherboard, make sure the power supply voltage has been set according to the local voltage standard. • Before using the product, please verify... of the product, please consult a certified computer technician. - 9 - If you are connected tightly and securely. • When handling the motherboard, avoid touching any installation steps or have it on top of an antistatic pad or within an electrostatic shielding container. • Before unplugging the...
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... X3 processor/AMD AthlonTM X2 processor/ AMD AthlonTM processor/AMD SempronTM X2 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 ...(Note 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 S/PDIF In...the back panel, 1 via the USB brackets connected to the internal USB headers) GA-MA78GM-US2H Motherboard - 10 -
... X3 processor/AMD AthlonTM X2 processor/ AMD AthlonTM processor/AMD SempronTM X2 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 ...(Note 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 S/PDIF In...the back panel, 1 via the USB brackets connected to the internal USB headers) GA-MA78GM-US2H Motherboard - 10 -
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GA-MA78GM-US2H Motherboard - 12 - Unique Features Bundled Software Operating System Form Factor Support for @BIOS Support for Q-Flash Support for Virtual Dual BIOS Support ... CPU/system fan speed control function is supported will depend on the CPU/ system cooler you install. (Note 6) Available functions in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model. (Note 7) Due to the hardware limitation, you must install an AMD AM2+ PhenomTM series CPU to enable support for Easy Energy Saver.
GA-MA78GM-US2H Motherboard - 12 - Unique Features Bundled Software Operating System Form Factor Support for @BIOS Support for Q-Flash Support for Virtual Dual BIOS Support ... CPU/system fan speed control function is supported will depend on the CPU/ system cooler you install. (Note 6) Available functions in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model. (Note 7) Due to the hardware limitation, you must install an AMD AM2+ PhenomTM series CPU to enable support for Easy Energy Saver.
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... outlet before you wish 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 latest CPU support list.) • Always turn on the computer if the CPU cooler is not recom- Hardware Installation
... outlet before you wish 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 latest CPU support list.) • Always turn on the computer if the CPU cooler is not recom- Hardware Installation
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..., place one (small triangle marking) with the triangle mark on the middle of the CPU, lowering the locking lever and latching it into the motherboard CPU socket. GA-MA78GM-US2H Motherboard - 14 - Follow the steps below to the CPU. B. Do not force the CPU into the CPU socket. CPU Socket Locking Lever Step 1: Completely lift...
..., place one (small triangle marking) with the triangle mark on the middle of the CPU, lowering the locking lever and latching it into the motherboard CPU socket. GA-MA78GM-US2H Motherboard - 14 - Follow the steps below to the CPU. B. Do not force the CPU into the CPU socket. CPU Socket Locking Lever Step 1: Completely lift...
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Hardware Installation Step 3: Hook the CPU cooler clip to the mounting lug on the motherboard. Use extreme care when removing the CPU cooler because the thermal grease/tape between the CPU cooler and CPU may damage the CPU. - 15 - Step 4: ... the installed CPU. 1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU cooler on the CPU. (The following procedure uses the GIGABYTE cooler as the picture above shows) to lock into place. (Refer to your CPU cooler installation manual for instructions on installing the cooler.) Step 5: Finally...
Hardware Installation Step 3: Hook the CPU cooler clip to the mounting lug on the motherboard. Use extreme care when removing the CPU cooler because the thermal grease/tape between the CPU cooler and CPU may damage the CPU. - 15 - Step 4: ... the installed CPU. 1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU cooler on the CPU. (The following procedure uses the GIGABYTE cooler as the picture above shows) to lock into place. (Refer to your CPU cooler installation manual for instructions on installing the cooler.) Step 5: Finally...
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A memory module can be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. DS/SS DS/SS Four Modules DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS (SS=Single-Sided, DS=Double-Sided, "- -"=No ... will double the original memory bandwidth. After the memory is recommended that the motherboard supports the memory. The four DDR2 memory sockets are to CPU limitation, read the following : Channel 0: DDR2_1, DDR2_3 Channel 1: DDR2_2, DDR2_4 Dual Channel Memory Configurations Table DDR2_1 DDR2_2 DDR2_3 DDR2_4 Two Modules DS/SS DS/SS - - - - - - - - GA-MA78GM-US2H Motherboard - 16 -
A memory module can be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. DS/SS DS/SS Four Modules DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS (SS=Single-Sided, DS=Double-Sided, "- -"=No ... will double the original memory bandwidth. After the memory is recommended that the motherboard supports the memory. The four DDR2 memory sockets are to CPU limitation, read the following : Channel 0: DDR2_1, DDR2_3 Channel 1: DDR2_2, DDR2_4 Dual Channel Memory Configurations Table DDR2_1 DDR2_2 DDR2_3 DDR2_4 Two Modules DS/SS DS/SS - - - - - - - - GA-MA78GM-US2H Motherboard - 16 -
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Step 1: Note the orientation of the memory socket. Step 2: The clips at both ends of the memory, push down on this motherboard. Follow the steps below to correctly install your fingers on the top edge of the socket will snap into the memory socket. DDR2 DIMMs are ...
Step 1: Note the orientation of the memory socket. Step 2: The clips at both ends of the memory, push down on this motherboard. Follow the steps below to correctly install your fingers on the top edge of the socket will snap into the memory socket. DDR2 DIMMs are ...
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...computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before you begin to install an expansion card: • Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Locate an expansion slot that came with the slot, and press down on the top edge of the card...expansion cards, replace the chassis cover(s). 6. 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card Read the following guidelines before installing an expansion card to prevent hardware damage. GA-MA78GM-US2H Motherboard - 18 - Turn on the slot and then lift the card straight out from the chassis back panel. 2. PCI Express x1 Slot PCI ...
...computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before you begin to install an expansion card: • Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Locate an expansion slot that came with the slot, and press down on the top edge of the card...expansion cards, replace the chassis cover(s). 6. 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card Read the following guidelines before installing an expansion card to prevent hardware damage. GA-MA78GM-US2H Motherboard - 18 - Turn on the slot and then lift the card straight out from the chassis back panel. 2. PCI Express x1 Slot PCI ...
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... Hybrid CrossFireX. Graphics Card Requirement: An ATI Hybrid CrossFireX-supported graphics card. ATI Hybrid CrossFireX Driver Installation and Setup Insert the motherboard driver disk and select Installing Chipset Drivers. Follow the steps below to enter the Catalyst Control Center. Operation System Requirement: Windows ...the CrossFire menu and select the Enable CrossFire checkbox. • You do not have to install the graphics card driver if the motherboard chipset driver has been installed. • To change the Internal Graphic Mode or UMA Frame Buffer Size setting in the system tray...
... Hybrid CrossFireX. Graphics Card Requirement: An ATI Hybrid CrossFireX-supported graphics card. ATI Hybrid CrossFireX Driver Installation and Setup Insert the motherboard driver disk and select Installing Chipset Drivers. Follow the steps below to enter the Catalyst Control Center. Operation System Requirement: Windows ...the CrossFire menu and select the Enable CrossFire checkbox. • You do not have to install the graphics card driver if the motherboard chipset driver has been installed. • To change the Internal Graphic Mode or UMA Frame Buffer Size setting in the system tray...
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GA-MA78GM-US2H Motherboard - 20 - Connect a monitor that supports D-Sub connection to this port. The HDMI Technology can support a maximum resolution of an external decoder for decoding.) In Windows ...
GA-MA78GM-US2H Motherboard - 20 - Connect a monitor that supports D-Sub connection to this port. The HDMI Technology can support a maximum resolution of an external decoder for decoding.) In Windows ...
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... and etc. Hardware Installation USB Port The USB port supports the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Use this port for an IEEE 1394a device. Dual Display Configurations: This motherboard provides three ports for more information) • Playback software: CyberLink PowerDVD 8.0 or above processor • Memory: Two 1 GB DDR2 800 memory modules with dual channel...
... and etc. Hardware Installation USB Port The USB port supports the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Use this port for an IEEE 1394a device. Dual Display Configurations: This motherboard provides three ports for more information) • Playback software: CyberLink PowerDVD 8.0 or above processor • Memory: Two 1 GB DDR2 800 memory modules with dual channel...
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...default line in Chapter 5, "Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio." • When removing the cable connected to perform different functions via the audio software. GA-MA78GM-US2H Motherboard - 22 - Side Speaker Out Jack (Gray) Use this audio jack to the default Mic in a 5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration. The ...Microphones must be reconfigured to a back panel connector, first remove the cable from your device and then remove it from the motherboard. • When removing the cable, pull it side to side to connect center/subwoofer speakers in jack ( ). RJ-45...
...default line in Chapter 5, "Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio." • When removing the cable connected to perform different functions via the audio software. GA-MA78GM-US2H Motherboard - 22 - Side Speaker Out Jack (Gray) Use this audio jack to the default Mic in a 5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration. The ...Microphones must be reconfigured to a back panel connector, first remove the cable from your device and then remove it from the motherboard. • When removing the cable, pull it side to side to connect center/subwoofer speakers in jack ( ). RJ-45...
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... 14) F_USB1 / F_USB2 / F_USB3 / F_USB4 15) F_1394_1 16) LPT 17) COM 18) CI 19) CLR_CMOS 20) BATTERY Read the following guidelines before turning on the motherboard. - 23 -
... 14) F_USB1 / F_USB2 / F_USB3 / F_USB4 15) F_1394_1 16) LPT 17) COM 18) CI 19) CLR_CMOS 20) BATTERY Read the following guidelines before turning on the motherboard. - 23 -