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GA-MA790GP-UD3H AM2+/AM2 socket motherboard for AMD PhenomTM II X4 processor/AMD PhenomTM II X3 processor/ 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. 1001 12ME-MA79PU3-1001R
GA-MA790GP-UD3H AM2+/AM2 socket motherboard for AMD PhenomTM II X4 processor/AMD PhenomTM II X3 processor/ 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. 1001 12ME-MA79PU3-1001R
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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. Changes to use of the motherboard is protected by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. The trademarks mentioned in the use GIGABYTE's unique features, read the User's Manual. For instructions on how...
... product-related information, check on our website at: http://www.gigabyte.com.tw Identifying Your Motherboard Revision The revision number on our website. Changes to use of the motherboard is protected by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. The trademarks mentioned in the use GIGABYTE's unique features, read the User's Manual. For instructions on how...
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Table of Contents Box Contents ...6 OptionalItems...6 GA-MA790GP-UD3H 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-MA790GP-UD3H 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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... 12CF1-2SERPW-0*R) COM port cable (Part No. 12CF1-1CM001-3*R) S/PDIF in and out cable (Part No. 12CR1-1SPINO-1*R) - 6 - Box Contents GA-MA790GP-UD3H 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 notice. • The motherboard image is for reference only and the actual items shall depend on product package you obtain. The box contents are for reference only.
... 12CF1-2SERPW-0*R) COM port cable (Part No. 12CF1-1CM001-3*R) S/PDIF in and out cable (Part No. 12CR1-1SPINO-1*R) - 6 - Box Contents GA-MA790GP-UD3H 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 notice. • The motherboard image is for reference only and the actual items shall depend on product package you obtain. The box contents are for reference only.
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GA-MA790GP-UD3H Motherboard Layout VGA KB_MS CPU_FAN ATX_12V_2X4 Socket AM2 DVI HDMI OPTICAL PWR_FAN ATX 1394 USB LAN USB F_AUDIO AUDIO PCIEX1_1 AMD 790GX SidePort Memory IDE DDR2_1 DDR2_2 DDR2_3 DDR2_4 RTL8111C PCIEX16_1 CD_IN CODEC PCIEX1_2 BATTERY PCIEX1_3 CLR_CMOS PCIEX8_1 PCI1 IT8718 SPDIF_IO PCI2 COM FDD F_USB1 F_USB2 F_USB4 F_USB3 SYS_FAN1 GA-MA790GP-UD3H AMD SB750 M_BIOS B_ BIOS TSB43AB23 SATA2_4 SATA2_5 SATA2_2 SATA2_3 SATA2_0 SATA2_1 PWR_LED F_1394_1F_1394_2 CI SYS_FAN2 F_PANEL - 7 -
GA-MA790GP-UD3H Motherboard Layout VGA KB_MS CPU_FAN ATX_12V_2X4 Socket AM2 DVI HDMI OPTICAL PWR_FAN ATX 1394 USB LAN USB F_AUDIO AUDIO PCIEX1_1 AMD 790GX SidePort Memory IDE DDR2_1 DDR2_2 DDR2_3 DDR2_4 RTL8111C PCIEX16_1 CD_IN CODEC PCIEX1_2 BATTERY PCIEX1_3 CLR_CMOS PCIEX8_1 PCI1 IT8718 SPDIF_IO PCI2 COM FDD F_USB1 F_USB2 F_USB4 F_USB3 SYS_FAN1 GA-MA790GP-UD3H AMD SB750 M_BIOS B_ BIOS TSB43AB23 SATA2_4 SATA2_5 SATA2_2 SATA2_3 SATA2_0 SATA2_1 PWR_LED F_1394_1F_1394_2 CI SYS_FAN2 F_PANEL - 7 -
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...an ESD wrist strap, keep your hands dry and first touch a metal object to eliminate static electricity. • Prior to installing the motherboard, please have a problem related to the use of an antistatic pad or within an electrostatic shielding container. • Before unplugging the power...the installation process can become damaged as a result of your dealer. These stickers are connected tightly and securely. • When handling the motherboard, avoid touching any installation steps or have it on the power, make sure the power supply has been turned off. • Before ...
...an ESD wrist strap, keep your hands dry and first touch a metal object to eliminate static electricity. • Prior to installing the motherboard, please have a problem related to the use of an antistatic pad or within an electrostatic shielding container. • Before unplugging the power...the installation process can become damaged as a result of your dealer. These stickers are connected tightly and securely. • When handling the motherboard, avoid touching any installation steps or have it on the power, make sure the power supply has been turned off. • Before ...
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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 MT/s North Bridge: AMD 790GX South Bridge: AMD SB750 ...Dual channel memory architecture Support for DDR2 1200(O.C.)/1066 (Note 2)/800/ MHz MHz memory modules (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest memory support list.) 128 MB DDR3 SidePort memory Realtek ALC888 codec High Definition Audio ...2 IDE devices - 6 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors supporting up to the internal USB headers) GA-MA790GP-UD3H 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 MT/s North Bridge: AMD 790GX South Bridge: AMD SB750 ...Dual channel memory architecture Support for DDR2 1200(O.C.)/1066 (Note 2)/800/ MHz MHz memory modules (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest memory support list.) 128 MB DDR3 SidePort memory Realtek ALC888 codec High Definition Audio ...2 IDE devices - 6 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors supporting up to the internal USB headers) GA-MA790GP-UD3H Motherboard - 10 -
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.... (Note 7) Due to the hardware limitation, you must install an AMD AM3 PhenomTM II/AM2+ PhenomTM series CPU to install it in the PCIEX16_1 slot. GA-MA790GP-UD3H Motherboard - 12 - Unique Features Bundled Software Operating System Form Factor Support for @BIOS Support for Q-Flash Support for Xpress BIOS Rescue Support...
.... (Note 7) Due to the hardware limitation, you must install an AMD AM3 PhenomTM II/AM2+ PhenomTM series CPU to install it in the PCIEX16_1 slot. GA-MA790GP-UD3H Motherboard - 12 - Unique Features Bundled Software Operating System Form Factor Support for @BIOS Support for Q-Flash Support for Xpress BIOS Rescue Support...
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A Small Triangle Mark Denotes Pin One of the CPU socket and the CPU. Hardware Installation mended that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. The CPU cannot be set the frequency beyond hardware specifications since it does not meet the standard requirements for the latest ...
A Small Triangle Mark Denotes Pin One of the CPU socket and the CPU. Hardware Installation mended that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. The CPU cannot be set the frequency beyond hardware specifications since it does not meet the standard requirements for the latest ...
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Step 2: Align the CPU pin one finger down on the CPU socket and gently insert the CPU into the motherboard CPU socket. GA-MA790GP-UD3H Motherboard - 14 - Before installing the CPU, make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to ...
Step 2: Align the CPU pin one finger down on the CPU socket and gently insert the CPU into the motherboard CPU socket. GA-MA790GP-UD3H Motherboard - 14 - Before installing the CPU, make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to ...
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...retention frame. 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, attach the power connector of the CPU cooler to the CPU fan header (CPU_FAN) on the motherboard. Hardware Installation Step 2: Place the CPU cooler on the CPU. Inadequately removing the CPU cooler may adhere to the CPU.
...retention frame. 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, attach the power connector of the CPU cooler to the CPU fan header (CPU_FAN) on the motherboard. Hardware Installation Step 2: Place the CPU cooler on the CPU. Inadequately removing the CPU cooler may adhere to the CPU.
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... limitation, read the following guidelines before installing the memory in the DDR2_1 and DDR2_2 sockets. DDR2_1 DDR2_2 DDR2_3 DDR2_4 Due to be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. 1-4 Installing the Memory Read the following guidelines before you begin to insert the memory, switch the direction. 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory ... memory sockets as 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-MA790GP-UD3H Motherboard - 16 -
... limitation, read the following guidelines before installing the memory in the DDR2_1 and DDR2_2 sockets. DDR2_1 DDR2_2 DDR2_3 DDR2_4 Due to be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. 1-4 Installing the Memory Read the following guidelines before you begin to insert the memory, switch the direction. 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory ... memory sockets as 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-MA790GP-UD3H Motherboard - 16 -
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... left, place your memory modules in one direction. DDR2 DIMMs are not compatible to DDR DIMMs. Be sure to correctly install your fingers on this motherboard. Place the memory module on the memory and insert it can only fit in the memory sockets. Follow the steps below to install DDR2 DIMMs...
... left, place your memory modules in one direction. DDR2 DIMMs are not compatible to DDR DIMMs. Be sure to correctly install your fingers on this motherboard. Place the memory module on the memory and insert it can only fit in the memory sockets. Follow the steps below to install DDR2 DIMMs...
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... damage. Install the driver provided with the slot, and press down on the card are completely inserted into the PCI Express slot. GA-MA790GP-UD3H Motherboard - 18 - Make sure the metal contacts on the top edge of the PCI Express slot to correctly install your expansion card(s). ... with the expansion card in your card. Secure the card's metal bracket to install an expansion card: • Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card Read the following guidelines before installing an expansion card to make any required BIOS changes...
... damage. Install the driver provided with the slot, and press down on the card are completely inserted into the PCI Express slot. GA-MA790GP-UD3H Motherboard - 18 - Make sure the metal contacts on the top edge of the PCI Express slot to correctly install your expansion card(s). ... with the expansion card in your card. Secure the card's metal bracket to install an expansion card: • Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card Read the following guidelines before installing an expansion card to make any required BIOS changes...
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... 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...installation. 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. Restart your system when completed. Right-click the icon to enable ATI Hybrid CrossFireX...
... 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...installation. 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. Restart your system when completed. Right-click the icon to enable ATI Hybrid CrossFireX...
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... - Windows Vista or Windows XP operating system - Two CrossFireX-ready graphics cards of the two cards. Refer to the manual of ATI CrossFireXTM Configuration A. GA-MA790GP-UD3H Motherboard - 20 - A CrossFireX-supported motherboard with your graphics cards for the power requirement) B. A power supply with sufficient power is selected. (Note) The bridges may differ by graphics cards...
... - Windows Vista or Windows XP operating system - Two CrossFireX-ready graphics cards of the two cards. Refer to the manual of ATI CrossFireXTM Configuration A. GA-MA790GP-UD3H Motherboard - 20 - A CrossFireX-supported motherboard with your graphics cards for the power requirement) B. A power supply with sufficient power is selected. (Note) The bridges may differ by graphics cards...
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...rate. Use this port for more information) • Playback software: CyberLink PowerDVD 8.0 or later (Note: Please ensure Hardware Acceleration is occurring GA-MA790GP-UD3H Motherboard - 22 - Use this port for video output: DVI-D, HDMI and D-Sub. RJ-45 LAN Port The Gigabit Ethernet LAN port provides ... connection at up to an external audio system that your audio system provides an optical digital audio in connector. Dual Display Configurations: This motherboard provides three ports for an IEEE 1394a device. A. The table below . • CPU: AMD AthlonTM 64 X2 Dual-Core processor ...
...rate. Use this port for more information) • Playback software: CyberLink PowerDVD 8.0 or later (Note: Please ensure Hardware Acceleration is occurring GA-MA790GP-UD3H Motherboard - 22 - Use this port for video output: DVI-D, HDMI and D-Sub. RJ-45 LAN Port The Gigabit Ethernet LAN port provides ... connection at up to an external audio system that your audio system provides an optical digital audio in connector. Dual Display Configurations: This motherboard provides three ports for an IEEE 1394a device. A. The table below . • CPU: AMD AthlonTM 64 X2 Dual-Core processor ...
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... jack. Do not rock it side to side 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 straight out from the connector.
... jack. Do not rock it side to side 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 straight out from the connector.
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..., make sure your devices are compliant with the connectors you wish to connect. • Before installing the devices, be sure to the connector on the motherboard. GA-MA790GP-UD3H Motherboard - 24 -
..., make sure your devices are compliant with the connectors you wish to connect. • Before installing the devices, be sure to the connector on the motherboard. GA-MA790GP-UD3H Motherboard - 24 -
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... power connector, remove the protective covers from the 12V power connector and the main power connector on the motherboard. Hardware Installation If a power supply is turned off and all the components on the motherboard. Definition 1 GND(Only for 2x4 pin 12V) 2 GND (Only for 2x4 pin 12V) 3 GND 4 GND 5 +12V (Only for...
... power connector, remove the protective covers from the 12V power connector and the main power connector on the motherboard. Hardware Installation If a power supply is turned off and all the components on the motherboard. Definition 1 GND(Only for 2x4 pin 12V) 2 GND (Only for 2x4 pin 12V) 3 GND 4 GND 5 +12V (Only for...