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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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...to their respective owners. For example, "REV: 1.0" means the revision of GIGABYTE. Check your motherboard looks like this manual is protected by copyright laws and is the property of the motherboard is 1.0. No part of the product, read the Quick Installation Guide included with...the User's Manual. For instructions on how to use GIGABYTE's unique features, read or download the information on/from the Support\Motherboard\Technology Guide page on your motherboard revision before updating motherboard BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical information. For product-...
...to their respective owners. For example, "REV: 1.0" means the revision of GIGABYTE. Check your motherboard looks like this manual is protected by copyright laws and is the property of the motherboard is 1.0. No part of the product, read the Quick Installation Guide included with...the User's Manual. For instructions on how to use GIGABYTE's unique features, read or download the information on/from the Support\Motherboard\Technology Guide page on your motherboard revision before updating motherboard BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical information. For product-...
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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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...the AC power by your hands dry and first touch a metal object to eliminate static electricity. • Prior to installing the motherboard, please have it on top of an antistatic pad or within an electrostatic shielding container. • Before unplugging the power supply ... 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 an ESD wrist strap, keep your dealer. Hardware Installation Prior to installation, carefully read the user's...
...the AC power by your hands dry and first touch a metal object to eliminate static electricity. • Prior to installing the motherboard, please have it on top of an antistatic pad or within an electrostatic shielding container. • Before unplugging the power supply ... 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 an ESD wrist strap, keep your dealer. Hardware Installation Prior to installation, carefully read the user's...
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... X4 processor/ AMD PhenomTM 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 SB700 4 x 1.8V...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/Out Support for SATA RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10 and JBOD iTE IT8718 chip: - 1 x floppy disk drive connector supporting up to the internal USB headers) GA-MA78GM-US2H Motherboard - ...
... X4 processor/ AMD PhenomTM 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 SB700 4 x 1.8V...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/Out Support for SATA RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10 and JBOD iTE IT8718 chip: - 1 x floppy disk drive connector supporting up to the internal USB headers) GA-MA78GM-US2H Motherboard - ...
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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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... the latest CPU support list.) • Always turn on the computer if the CPU cooler is not recom- Hardware Installation mended that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. Locate the pin one of the CPU. • Do not turn off the computer and unplug the power...
... the latest CPU support list.) • Always turn on the computer if the CPU cooler is not recom- Hardware Installation mended that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. Locate the pin one of the CPU. • Do not turn off the computer and unplug the power...
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... computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to correctly install the CPU into the motherboard CPU socket. The CPU cannot fit in if oriented incorrectly. GA-MA78GM-US2H Motherboard - 14 - Make sure that the CPU pins fit perfectly into the CPU socket. Adjust the CPU orientation if this occurs...
... computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to correctly install the CPU into the motherboard CPU socket. The CPU cannot fit in if oriented incorrectly. GA-MA78GM-US2H Motherboard - 14 - Make sure that the CPU pins fit perfectly into the CPU socket. Adjust the CPU orientation if this occurs...
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...from the left side to the right side (as the example.) Step 1: Apply an even and thin layer of thermal grease on the motherboard. Hardware Installation 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.) ...
...from the left side to the right side (as the example.) Step 1: Apply an even and thin layer of thermal grease on the motherboard. Hardware Installation 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.) ...
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...is installed. 2. DDR2_1 DDR2_2 DDR2_3 DDR2_4 Due to insert the memory, switch the direction. 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides four DDR2 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. GA-MA78GM-US2H Motherboard - 16 - DS/SS DS/SS Four Modules DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS (SS=Single-Sided, DS... begin to install the memory: • Make sure that memory 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 modules, it is recommended that the...
...is installed. 2. DDR2_1 DDR2_2 DDR2_3 DDR2_4 Due to insert the memory, switch the direction. 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides four DDR2 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. GA-MA78GM-US2H Motherboard - 16 - DS/SS DS/SS Four Modules DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS (SS=Single-Sided, DS... begin to install the memory: • Make sure that memory 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 modules, it is recommended that the...
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... , make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to install DDR2 DIMMs on this motherboard. DDR2 DIMMs are not compatible to DDR DIMMs. Be sure to the memory module.
... , make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to install DDR2 DIMMs on this motherboard. DDR2 DIMMs are not compatible to DDR DIMMs. Be sure to the memory module.
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After installing all expansion cards, replace the chassis cover(s). 6. Remove the metal slot cover from the slot. GA-MA78GM-US2H Motherboard - 18 - Align the card with a screw. 5. Make sure the card is fully inserted into the slot. 4. Locate an expansion slot that came with the expansion ... card are completely inserted into the PCI Express x16 slot. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to install an expansion card: • Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Carefully read the manual that supports your expansion card in the expansion slot. 1.
After installing all expansion cards, replace the chassis cover(s). 6. Remove the metal slot cover from the slot. GA-MA78GM-US2H Motherboard - 18 - Align the card with a screw. 5. Make sure the card is fully inserted into the slot. 4. Locate an expansion slot that came with the expansion ... card are completely inserted into the PCI Express x16 slot. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to install an expansion card: • Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Carefully read the manual that supports your expansion card in the expansion slot. 1.
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...Enter 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 BIOS Setup, be sure...the Catalyst Control Center. This section give instructions on configuring an ATI Hybrid CrossFireX system. ATI Hybrid CrossFireX Driver Installation and Setup Insert the motherboard driver disk and select Installing Chipset Drivers. Step 1: The ATI icon appears in the operating system first. * For Windows XP, you...
...Enter 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 BIOS Setup, be sure...the Catalyst Control Center. This section give instructions on configuring an ATI Hybrid CrossFireX system. ATI Hybrid CrossFireX Driver Installation and Setup Insert the motherboard driver disk and select Installing Chipset Drivers. Step 1: The ATI icon appears in the operating system first. * For Windows XP, you...
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.../video signals and is the HDMI device. (The item name may differ by operating system. D-Sub Port The D-Sub port supports a 15-pin D-Sub connector. GA-MA78GM-US2H Motherboard - 20 - 1-7 Back Panel Connectors (Note) (Note) PS/2 Keyboard and PS/2 Mouse Port Use the upper port (green) to connect a PS/2 mouse and the lower port...
.../video signals and is the HDMI device. (The item name may differ by operating system. D-Sub Port The D-Sub port supports a 15-pin D-Sub connector. GA-MA78GM-US2H Motherboard - 20 - 1-7 Back Panel Connectors (Note) (Note) PS/2 Keyboard and PS/2 Mouse Port Use the upper port (green) to connect a PS/2 mouse and the lower port...
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...; CPU: AMD AthlonTM LE1620 or above processor • Memory: Two 1 GB DDR2 800 memory modules with SATA 1.5Gb/s standard. Hardware Installation Dual Display Configurations: This motherboard provides three ports for more information) • Playback software: CyberLink PowerDVD 8.0 or above (Note: Please ensure Hardware Acceleration is compatible with dual channel mode enabled...
...; CPU: AMD AthlonTM LE1620 or above processor • Memory: Two 1 GB DDR2 800 memory modules with SATA 1.5Gb/s standard. Hardware Installation Dual Display Configurations: This motherboard provides three ports for more information) • Playback software: CyberLink PowerDVD 8.0 or above (Note: Please ensure Hardware Acceleration is compatible with dual channel mode enabled...
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Mic In Jack (Pink) The default Mic in a 7.1-channel audio configuration. GA-MA78GM-US2H Motherboard - 22 - The following describes the states of the LAN port LEDs. Side Speaker Out Jack (Gray) Use this audio jack for a headphone or 2-channel speaker. ... 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio." • When removing the cable connected 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 prevent an electrical short inside the cable connector. Use this audio jack to connect...
Mic In Jack (Pink) The default Mic in a 7.1-channel audio configuration. GA-MA78GM-US2H Motherboard - 22 - The following describes the states of the LAN port LEDs. Side Speaker Out Jack (Gray) Use this audio jack for a headphone or 2-channel speaker. ... 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio." • When removing the cable connected 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 prevent an electrical short inside the cable connector. Use this audio jack to connect...
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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 - Unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the devices. • After installing the device and before connecting external devices...
... 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 - Unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the devices. • After installing the device and before connecting external devices...