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... For product-related information, check on our website at: http://www.gigabyte.com.tw Identifying Your Motherboard Revision The revision number on your motherboard revision before updating motherboard BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical information. Example: sive global distributor...are legally registered to use of this manual is designated by GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. GIGABYTE UNITED INC. is protected by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. The trademarks mentioned in this manual may be reproduced, copied, translated, transmitted...
... For product-related information, check on our website at: http://www.gigabyte.com.tw Identifying Your Motherboard Revision The revision number on your motherboard revision before updating motherboard BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical information. Example: sive global distributor...are legally registered to use of this manual is designated by GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. GIGABYTE UNITED INC. is protected by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. The trademarks mentioned in this manual may be reproduced, copied, translated, transmitted...
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Table of Contents Box Contents ...6 OptionalItems ...6 GA-MA78GPM-DS2H/GA-MA78GM-DS2H 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 ...Hybrid CrossFireX Function 19 1-7 Back Panel Connectors 20 1-8 Internal Connectors 23 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 35 2-1 Startup Screen 36 2-2 The Main Menu 37 2-3 MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T 39 2-4 Standard CMOS Features 43 2-5 Advanced BIOS Features 45 2-6 IntegratedPeripherals 47 2-7 Power Management Setup 50 2-8 PnP/PCI Configurations ...
Table of Contents Box Contents ...6 OptionalItems ...6 GA-MA78GPM-DS2H/GA-MA78GM-DS2H 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 ...Hybrid CrossFireX Function 19 1-7 Back Panel Connectors 20 1-8 Internal Connectors 23 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 35 2-1 Startup Screen 36 2-2 The Main Menu 37 2-3 MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T 39 2-4 Standard CMOS Features 43 2-5 Advanced BIOS Features 45 2-6 IntegratedPeripherals 47 2-7 Power Management Setup 50 2-8 PnP/PCI Configurations ...
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... 60 3-3 Driver CD Information 60 3-4 Hardware Information 61 3-5 Contact Us ...61 Chapter 4 Unique Features 63 4-1 Xpress Recovery2 63 4-2 BIOS Update Utilities 68 4-2-1 Updating the BIOS with the Q-Flash Utility 68 4-2-2 Updating the BIOS with the @BIOS Utility 71 4-3 EasyTune 5 Pro 72 Chapter 5 Appendix ...73 5-1 Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s 73 5-1-1 Configuring the Onboard SATA Controller...
... 60 3-3 Driver CD Information 60 3-4 Hardware Information 61 3-5 Contact Us ...61 Chapter 4 Unique Features 63 4-1 Xpress Recovery2 63 4-2 BIOS Update Utilities 68 4-2-1 Updating the BIOS with the Q-Flash Utility 68 4-2-2 Updating the BIOS with the @BIOS Utility 71 4-3 EasyTune 5 Pro 72 Chapter 5 Appendix ...73 5-1 Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s 73 5-1-1 Configuring the Onboard SATA Controller...
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... IDE Channel 12 USB Ports CODEC LPC BUS IT8718 Dual 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 In SPDIF Out Only for GA-MA78GPM-DS2H. (Note) Simultaneous output for DVI-D and HDMI is not supported...
... IDE Channel 12 USB Ports CODEC LPC BUS IT8718 Dual 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 In SPDIF Out Only for GA-MA78GPM-DS2H. (Note) Simultaneous output for DVI-D and HDMI is not supported...
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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 5) BIOS 2 x 8 Mbit flash Use of licensed AWARD BIOS Support for DualBIOSTM PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.0, SM...
... temperature detection CPU/System fan speed detection CPU overheating warning CPU/System fan fail warning CPU/System fan speed control (Note 5) BIOS 2 x 8 Mbit flash Use of licensed AWARD BIOS Support for DualBIOSTM PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.0, SM...
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... Center Support for Q-Flash Support for EasyTune (Note 6) Support for Xpress Install Support for Xpress Recovery2 Support for Virtual Dual BIOS Norton Internet Security (OEM version) Support for Microsoft® Windows® Vista/XP Micro ATX Form Factor; 24.4cm x 24.4cm (Note... 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. GA-MA78G(P)M-DS2H Motherboard - 12 -
... Center Support for Q-Flash Support for EasyTune (Note 6) Support for Xpress Install Support for Xpress Recovery2 Support for Virtual Dual BIOS Norton Internet Security (OEM version) Support for Microsoft® Windows® Vista/XP Micro ATX Form Factor; 24.4cm x 24.4cm (Note... 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. GA-MA78G(P)M-DS2H Motherboard - 12 -
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... that you install them in only one DDR2 memory module is installed, the BIOS will double the original memory bandwidth. After the memory is installed. 2. DDR2_1...Dual Channel mode with two or four memory modules, it is recommended that the motherboard supports the memory. GA-MA78G(P)M-DS2H Motherboard - 16 - DS/SS DS/SS Four Modules DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS (SS... Make sure that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. If you begin to insert the memory, switch the direction. 1-4-1 Dual Channel ...
... that you install them in only one DDR2 memory module is installed, the BIOS will double the original memory bandwidth. After the memory is installed. 2. DDR2_1...Dual Channel mode with two or four memory modules, it is recommended that the motherboard supports the memory. GA-MA78G(P)M-DS2H Motherboard - 16 - DS/SS DS/SS Four Modules DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS (SS... Make sure that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. If you begin to insert the memory, switch the direction. 1-4-1 Dual Channel ...
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...push back on the lever on the card until it is securely seated in your card. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to make any required BIOS changes for your computer. Locate an expansion slot that came with the slot, and press down on the card are ...all expansion cards, replace the chassis cover(s). 6. Carefully read the manual that supports your operating system. Install the driver provided with a screw. 5. GA-MA78G(P)M-DS2H Motherboard - 18 - Make sure the card is fully seated in the expansion slot. 1. 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card Read the following guidelines before ...
...push back on the lever on the card until it is securely seated in your card. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to make any required BIOS changes for your computer. Locate an expansion slot that came with the slot, and press down on the card are ...all expansion cards, replace the chassis cover(s). 6. Carefully read the manual that supports your operating system. Install the driver provided with a screw. 5. GA-MA78G(P)M-DS2H Motherboard - 18 - Make sure the card is fully seated in the expansion slot. 1. 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card Read the following guidelines before ...
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...8226; To change the Internal Graphic Mode or UMA Frame Buffer Size setting in BIOS Setup, be sure to Onboard. 3. BIOS Setup: Enter BIOS Setup to set the following items under the Advanced BIOS Features menu: • Set Internal Graphics Mode to UMA+SidePort. •... CrossFireX Function Combining the onboard GPU with a discrete graphics card, ATI Hybrid CrossFireX can provide significantly advanced display performance for GA-MA78GPM-DS2H. Follow the steps below to enter the Catalyst Control Center. This section give instructions on configuring an ATI Hybrid CrossFireX system...
...8226; To change the Internal Graphic Mode or UMA Frame Buffer Size setting in BIOS Setup, be sure to Onboard. 3. BIOS Setup: Enter BIOS Setup to set the following items under the Advanced BIOS Features menu: • Set Internal Graphics Mode to UMA+SidePort. •... CrossFireX Function Combining the onboard GPU with a discrete graphics card, ATI Hybrid CrossFireX can provide significantly advanced display performance for GA-MA78GPM-DS2H. Follow the steps below to enter the Catalyst Control Center. This section give instructions on configuring an ATI Hybrid CrossFireX system...
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...supports DVI-D specifictation. HDMI Port The HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) provides an all-digital audio/video interface to connect a PS/2 keyboard. GA-MA78G(P)M-DS2H Motherboard - 20 - D-Sub Port The D-Sub port supports a 15-pin D-Sub connector. Connect a monitor that supports D-Sub connection to this...(The item name may differ by operating system. 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 ...
...supports DVI-D specifictation. HDMI Port The HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) provides an all-digital audio/video interface to connect a PS/2 keyboard. GA-MA78G(P)M-DS2H Motherboard - 20 - D-Sub Port The D-Sub port supports a 15-pin D-Sub connector. Connect a monitor that supports D-Sub connection to this...(The item name may differ by operating system. 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 ...
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... functions via the audio software. In addition to the default speakers settings, the ~ audio jacks can be connected to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Advanced BIOS Features," for video output: DVI-D, HDMI and D-Sub. Mic In Jack (Pink) The default Mic in Chapter 5, "Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1-...-DVD Blu-ray Suitable Resolution Windows XP Windows Vista 1920 x 1080p 1920 x 1080p 1920 x 1080p 1920 x 1080p 1920 x 1080p 1920 x 1080p GA-MA78G(P)M-DS2H Motherboard - 22 - A. Dual Combination Supported or Not Display DVI-D + D-Sub Yes DVI-D + HDMI No HDMI + D-Sub Yes B. Playback of...
... functions via the audio software. In addition to the default speakers settings, the ~ audio jacks can be connected to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Advanced BIOS Features," for video output: DVI-D, HDMI and D-Sub. Mic In Jack (Pink) The default Mic in Chapter 5, "Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1-...-DVD Blu-ray Suitable Resolution Windows XP Windows Vista 1920 x 1080p 1920 x 1080p 1920 x 1080p 1920 x 1080p 1920 x 1080p 1920 x 1080p GA-MA78G(P)M-DS2H Motherboard - 22 - A. Dual Combination Supported or Not Display DVI-D + D-Sub Yes DVI-D + HDMI No HDMI + D-Sub Yes B. Playback of...
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.... Refer to Chapter 5, "Troubleshooting," for more information). • SPEAK (Speaker, Orange): Connects to the speaker on the chassis front panel. GA-MA78G(P)M-DS2H Motherboard - 28 - You may differ by issuing a beep code. The system reports system startup status by chassis. Press the reset switch to..., Red): Connects to the power switch on the chassis front panel. When connecting your system using the power switch (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Power Management Setup," for information about beep codes. • HD (Hard Drive Activity LED, Blue) Connects to the hard drive ...
.... Refer to Chapter 5, "Troubleshooting," for more information). • SPEAK (Speaker, Orange): Connects to the speaker on the chassis front panel. GA-MA78G(P)M-DS2H Motherboard - 28 - You may differ by issuing a beep code. The system reports system startup status by chassis. Press the reset switch to..., Red): Connects to the power switch on the chassis front panel. When connecting your system using the power switch (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Power Management Setup," for information about beep codes. • HD (Hard Drive Activity LED, Blue) Connects to the hard drive ...
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...the CMOS values and before replacing the battery. • Replace the battery with local environmental regulations. - 33 - Hardware Installation 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 off . ...the battery holder and wait for 5 seconds.) 3. Replace the battery when the battery voltage drops to keep the values (such as BIOS configurations, date, and time information) in the CMOS when the computer is replaced with an incorrect model. • Contact the place...
...the CMOS values and before replacing the battery. • Replace the battery with local environmental regulations. - 33 - Hardware Installation 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 off . ...the battery holder and wait for 5 seconds.) 3. Replace the battery when the battery voltage drops to keep the values (such as BIOS configurations, date, and time information) in the CMOS when the computer is replaced with an incorrect model. • Contact the place...
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... instability or other unexpected results. To upgrade the BIOS, use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash or @BIOS utility. • Q-Flash allows the user to quickly and easily upgrade or back up BIOS without entering the operating system. • @BIOS is recommended that you do not encounter problems using... the Q-Flash and @BIOS utilities, refer to keep the ...
... instability or other unexpected results. To upgrade the BIOS, use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash or @BIOS utility. • Q-Flash allows the user to quickly and easily upgrade or back up BIOS without entering the operating system. • @BIOS is recommended that you do not encounter problems using... the Q-Flash and @BIOS utilities, refer to keep the ...
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...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. Press to ...to select the first boot device, then press to continue IDE mode operation and stop showing this message again. GA-MA78GPM-DS2H E6 . . . . : BIOS Setup : XpressRecovery2 : Boot Menu : Qflash 05/28/2008-RS780-SB700-6A66AG0CC-00 Function Keys SATA Mode Message:...SATA connectors. Note: The setting in Boot Menu. GA-MA78G(P)M-DS2H Motherboard - 36 -
...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. Press to ...to select the first boot device, then press to continue IDE mode operation and stop showing this message again. GA-MA78GPM-DS2H E6 . . . . : BIOS Setup : XpressRecovery2 : Boot Menu : Qflash 05/28/2008-RS780-SB700-6A66AG0CC-00 Function Keys SATA Mode Message:...SATA connectors. Note: The setting in Boot Menu. GA-MA78G(P)M-DS2H Motherboard - 36 -
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... Exit Setup Exit Without Saving ESC: Quit F8: Q-Flash KLJI: Select Item F10: Save & Exit Setup F11: Save CMOS to BIOS F12: Load CMOS from BIOS Main Menu Help The onscreen description of a highlighted setup option is in the Item Help block on the right (submenus only) Restore...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... BIOS Setup Program Function Keys Move the selection bar to select an item Execute command or enter...
... Exit Setup Exit Without Saving ESC: Quit F8: Q-Flash KLJI: Select Item F10: Save & Exit Setup F11: Save CMOS to BIOS F12: Load CMOS from BIOS Main Menu Help The onscreen description of a highlighted setup option is in the Item Help block on the right (submenus only) Restore...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... BIOS Setup Program Function Keys Move the selection bar to select an item Execute command or enter...
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...Use this menu to configure all the changes made in the BIOS Setup program to the CMOS and exit BIOS Setup. (Pressing can create up to 8 profiles (Profile 1-8) and name each profile. You can also carry out this task.) GA-MA78G(P)M-DS2H Motherboard - 38 - First select the profile you to restrict... access to the system and BIOS Setup. An user password only allows you to view the BIOS settings but not to configure the system time and date, hard drive...
...Use this menu to configure all the changes made in the BIOS Setup program to the CMOS and exit BIOS Setup. (Pressing can create up to 8 profiles (Profile 1-8) and name each profile. You can also carry out this task.) GA-MA78G(P)M-DS2H Motherboard - 38 - First select the profile you to restrict... access to the system and BIOS Setup. An user password only allows you to view the BIOS settings but not to configure the system time and date, hard drive...
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... and we recommend you set the System Voltage Control item to Auto to CPU, chipset, or memory and reduce the useful life of these components. BIOS Setup 2-3 MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2008 Award Software MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) HT Link Frequency CPU Clock Ratio Memory Controller Freq. ..., clear the CMOS values and reset the board to default values.) • When the System Voltage Optimized item blinks in red, it is for GA-MA78GPM-DS2H. (Note) This item is present only if you made is dependent on your overall system configurations.
... and we recommend you set the System Voltage Control item to Auto to CPU, chipset, or memory and reduce the useful life of these components. BIOS Setup 2-3 MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2008 Award Software MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) HT Link Frequency CPU Clock Ratio Memory Controller Freq. ..., clear the CMOS values and reset the board to default values.) • When the System Voltage Optimized item blinks in red, it is for GA-MA78GPM-DS2H. (Note) This item is present only if you made is dependent on your overall system configurations.
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... VGA Core clock. The adjustable range is dependent on the CPU being used . Auto lets BIOS automatically set the PCIe clock frequency. DDR 667 Sets Memory Clock to DDR 800. GA-MA78G(P)M-DS2H Motherboard - 40 - CPU Clock Ratio Allows you to alter the clock ratio for automated system...set to Manual. Unganged Sets memory control mode to two single-channel. (Note) This item is highly recommended that supports this feature. Auto BIOS will automatically adjust the HT Link frequency. (Default) 200 MHz~1 GHz Sets HT Link Frequency to automatically adjust the CPU host frequency. ...
... VGA Core clock. The adjustable range is dependent on the CPU being used . Auto lets BIOS automatically set the PCIe clock frequency. DDR 667 Sets Memory Clock to DDR 800. GA-MA78G(P)M-DS2H Motherboard - 40 - CPU Clock Ratio Allows you to alter the clock ratio for automated system...set to Manual. Unganged Sets memory control mode to two single-channel. (Note) This item is highly recommended that supports this feature. Auto BIOS will automatically adjust the HT Link frequency. (Default) 200 MHz~1 GHz Sets HT Link Frequency to automatically adjust the CPU host frequency. ...
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... (default), 3T~6T. Trfc3 for DIMM4 Options are : Auto (default), 3T~6T. - 41 - Write Recovery Time Options are : 75ns, 105ns, 127.5ns, 195ns, 327.5ns. BIOS Setup Options are : 75ns, 105ns, 127.5ns, 195ns, 327.5ns. Trfc1 for DIMM2 Options are : 1T (default), 2T. TwTr Command Delay Options are : Auto (default...
... (default), 3T~6T. Trfc3 for DIMM4 Options are : Auto (default), 3T~6T. - 41 - Write Recovery Time Options are : 75ns, 105ns, 127.5ns, 195ns, 327.5ns. BIOS Setup Options are : 75ns, 105ns, 127.5ns, 195ns, 327.5ns. Trfc1 for DIMM2 Options are : 1T (default), 2T. TwTr Command Delay Options are : Auto (default...