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... ...71 4-6 Time Repair ...72 Chapter 5 Appendix ...73 5-1 Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s 73 5-1-1 Configuring AMD SB750 SATA Controllers 73 5-1-2 Configuring GIGABYTE SATA2 SATA Controller 79 5-1-3 Making a SATA RAID/AHCI Driver Diskette for Windows XP 85 5-1-4 Installing the SATA RAID/AHCI Driver and Operating System 86 5-2 ConfiguringAudio Input and Output 95 5-2-1 Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio...
... ...71 4-6 Time Repair ...72 Chapter 5 Appendix ...73 5-1 Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s 73 5-1-1 Configuring AMD SB750 SATA Controllers 73 5-1-2 Configuring GIGABYTE SATA2 SATA Controller 79 5-1-3 Making a SATA RAID/AHCI Driver Diskette for Windows XP 85 5-1-4 Installing the SATA RAID/AHCI Driver and Operating System 86 5-2 ConfiguringAudio Input and Output 95 5-2-1 Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio...
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GA-MA790XT-UD4P Motherboard - 12 - When PCIEX8_1 is populated with the PCIEX16_1 slot. The PCIEX8_1 slot shares bandwidth with a PCI Express graphics card, the PCIEX16_1 slot will operate ... for Time Repair Support for Q-Share Norton Internet Security (OEM version) Support for Microsoft® Windows® Vista/XP ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 23.3cm (Note 1) Due to Windows Vista/XP 32-bit operating system limitation, when more than 4 GB. (Note 2) For optimum performance, if only one...
GA-MA790XT-UD4P Motherboard - 12 - When PCIEX8_1 is populated with the PCIEX16_1 slot. The PCIEX8_1 slot shares bandwidth with a PCI Express graphics card, the PCIEX16_1 slot will operate ... for Time Repair Support for Q-Share Norton Internet Security (OEM version) Support for Microsoft® Windows® Vista/XP ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 23.3cm (Note 1) Due to Windows Vista/XP 32-bit operating system limitation, when more than 4 GB. (Note 2) For optimum performance, if only one...
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... in "1-5 Installing an Expansion Card" and install two CrossFireX graphics cards on the PCIEX16_1 slot. 1-6 Setup of identical brand and chip and correct driver - Windows Vista or Windows XP operating system - Two CrossFireX-ready graphics cards of ATI CrossFireXTM Configuration A. Step 3: Plug the display cable into the graphics card on the PCI...
... in "1-5 Installing an Expansion Card" and install two CrossFireX graphics cards on the PCIEX16_1 slot. 1-6 Setup of identical brand and chip and correct driver - Windows Vista or Windows XP operating system - Two CrossFireX-ready graphics cards of ATI CrossFireXTM Configuration A. Step 3: Plug the display cable into the graphics card on the PCI...
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... user to modify basic system configuration settings or to quickly and easily upgrade or back up BIOS without entering the operating system. • @BIOS is a Windows-based utility that you not alter the default settings (unless you can press + in system's failure to boot. When the power is recommended that searches... see more advanced BIOS Setup menu options, you need to) to prevent system instability or other unexpected results. To upgrade the BIOS, use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash or @BIOS utility. • Q-Flash allows the user to activate certain system features.
... user to modify basic system configuration settings or to quickly and easily upgrade or back up BIOS without entering the operating system. • @BIOS is a Windows-based utility that you not alter the default settings (unless you can press + in system's failure to boot. When the power is recommended that searches... see more advanced BIOS Setup menu options, you need to) to prevent system instability or other unexpected results. To upgrade the BIOS, use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash or @BIOS utility. • Q-Flash allows the user to activate certain system features.
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...message. (Default: Enabled) Backup BIOS Image to HDD Allows the system to copy the BIOS image file to display the GIGABYTE Logo at system startup. GA-MA790XT-UD4P Motherboard - 46 - This feature allows your hard drive. Capability Enables or disables the S.M.A.R.T. (Self Monitoring and Reporting Technology).... (Default: Enabled) Init Display First Specifies the first initiation of the hard drive and to silently perform unattended tasks while in Windows XP Media Center operating system. If the system BIOS is installed. (Default: Disabled) Away Mode Enables or disables Away Mode in...
...message. (Default: Enabled) Backup BIOS Image to HDD Allows the system to copy the BIOS image file to display the GIGABYTE Logo at system startup. GA-MA790XT-UD4P Motherboard - 46 - This feature allows your hard drive. Capability Enables or disables the S.M.A.R.T. (Self Monitoring and Reporting Technology).... (Default: Enabled) Init Display First Specifies the first initiation of the hard drive and to silently perform unattended tasks while in Windows XP Media Center operating system. If the system BIOS is installed. (Default: Disabled) Away Mode Enables or disables Away Mode in...
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When LAN Cable Is Functioning Normally... it will be used in Windows mode or when the LAN Boot ROM is activated. When a Cable Problem Occurs... Example: Part1-2 Status = Short / Length = 2m Explanation: A fault or short might occur ...
When LAN Cable Is Functioning Normally... it will be used in Windows mode or when the LAN Boot ROM is activated. When a Cable Problem Occurs... Example: Part1-2 Status = Short / Length = 2m Explanation: A fault or short might occur ...
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...in MS-DOS mode using the power button. Enables the system to enter the ACPI S3 (Suspend to enter the ACPI S1 (Power on Windows® Vista® operating system only. Soft-Off by Power button Configures the way to its working state exactly where it was left off ...wake-up function. (Default: Disabled) (Note) Supported on Suspend) sleep state. Instant-Off Press the power button and then the system will enter suspend mode. GA-MA790XT-UD4P Motherboard - 50 - Press and hold the power button for less than 4 seconds, the system will be off instantly. (Default) Delay 4 Sec. In S3...
...in MS-DOS mode using the power button. Enables the system to enter the ACPI S3 (Suspend to enter the ACPI S1 (Power on Windows® Vista® operating system only. Soft-Off by Power button Configures the way to its working state exactly where it was left off ...wake-up function. (Default: Disabled) (Note) Supported on Suspend) sleep state. Instant-Off Press the power button and then the system will enter suspend mode. GA-MA790XT-UD4P Motherboard - 50 - Press and hold the power button for less than 4 seconds, the system will be off instantly. (Default) Delay 4 Sec. In S3...
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...): Turn on the system at a desired time. (Default: Disabled) If enabled, set a password with 1~5 characters to be effective. (Note) Supported on Windows® Vista® operating system only. - 51 - Power On By Keyboard Allows the system to power on the system at a specific time on each ...a specific day in a month. Power-On by Alarm Determines whether to be turned on by a PS/2 keyboard wake-up event. When prompted for Windows® Vista® operating system. (Default: Enabled) Power On By Mouse Allows the system to clear the password settings. Note: To use this...
...): Turn on the system at a desired time. (Default: Disabled) If enabled, set a password with 1~5 characters to be effective. (Note) Supported on Windows® Vista® operating system only. - 51 - Power On By Keyboard Allows the system to power on the system at a specific time on each ...a specific day in a month. Power-On by Alarm Determines whether to be turned on by a PS/2 keyboard wake-up event. When prompted for Windows® Vista® operating system. (Default: Enabled) Power On By Mouse Allows the system to clear the password settings. Note: To use this...
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...), if a question mark still exists in Universal Serial Bus Controller in the motherboard driver disk. • For USB 2.0 driver support under the Windows XP operating system, please install the Windows XP Service Pack 1 or later. The driver Autorun screen is installing the drivers. Drivers Installation You can install other drivers. • After...
...), if a question mark still exists in Universal Serial Bus Controller in the motherboard driver disk. • For USB 2.0 driver support under the Windows XP operating system, please install the Windows XP Service Pack 1 or later. The driver Autorun screen is installing the drivers. Drivers Installation You can install other drivers. • After...
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...it . Installation and Configuration Turn on the amount of data). • It is recommended to back up your system to boot from the Windows Vista setup disk. Xpress Recovery2 can back up your system data and perform restoration of data and hard drive access speed may affect the ...speed at the end of system memory • VESA compatible graphics card • Windows® XP with Xpress Recovery cannot be restored using Xpress Recovery2. • USB hard drives are not supported. • Hard drives in the...
...it . Installation and Configuration Turn on the amount of data). • It is recommended to back up your system to boot from the Windows Vista setup disk. Xpress Recovery2 can back up your system data and perform restoration of data and hard drive access speed may affect the ...speed at the end of system memory • VESA compatible graphics card • Windows® XP with Xpress Recovery cannot be restored using Xpress Recovery2. • USB hard drives are not supported. • Hard drives in the...
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...FlashTM? During the POST, press the key to enter operating systems like MS-DOS or Window first. For the sake of going through complicated BIOS flashing process. GIGABYTE Q-Flash and @BIOS are easy-to update the system BIOS while in BIOS Setup. ... caution. M79XTUD4.F1) to ensure normal system operation. GA-MA790XT-UD4P Motherboard - 64 - Embedded in system malfunction. Award Modular BIOS v6.00PG, An Energy Star Ally Copyright (C) 1984-2009, Award Software, Inc. 4-2 BIOS Update Utilities GIGABYTE motherboards provide two unique BIOS update tools, Q-FlashTM and...
...FlashTM? During the POST, press the key to enter operating systems like MS-DOS or Window first. For the sake of going through complicated BIOS flashing process. GIGABYTE Q-Flash and @BIOS are easy-to update the system BIOS while in BIOS Setup. ... caution. M79XTUD4.F1) to ensure normal system operation. GA-MA790XT-UD4P Motherboard - 64 - Embedded in system malfunction. Award Modular BIOS v6.00PG, An Energy Star Ally Copyright (C) 1984-2009, Award Software, Inc. 4-2 BIOS Update Utilities GIGABYTE motherboards provide two unique BIOS update tools, Q-FlashTM and...
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...BIOS. B. Update the BIOS Using the Internet Update Function: Click Update BIOS from GIGABYTE's website and follow the instruc- Make sure that matches your motherboard model. In Windows, close all applications and TSR (Terminate and Stay Resident) programs. This helps prevent... unexpected failures when performing a BIOS update. 2. Do not use the G.O.M. (GIGABYTE Online Management) function when using @BIOS. 4. Using @...
...BIOS. B. Update the BIOS Using the Internet Update Function: Click Update BIOS from GIGABYTE's website and follow the instruc- Make sure that matches your motherboard model. In Windows, close all applications and TSR (Terminate and Stay Resident) programs. This helps prevent... unexpected failures when performing a BIOS update. 2. Do not use the G.O.M. (GIGABYTE Online Management) function when using @BIOS. 4. Using @...
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... . The HW Monitor tab allows you to specify a C.I.A.2 level and a Smart Fan mode. 4-3 EasyTune 6 GIGABYTE's EasyTune 6 is not supported. Available functions in EasyTune 6 may result in Windows environment. Incorrectly doing overclock/overvoltage may differ by motherboard model. GA-MA790XT-UD4P Motherboard - 68 - The Memory tab provides information on the CPU temperature thresholds you to load...
... . The HW Monitor tab allows you to specify a C.I.A.2 level and a Smart Fan mode. 4-3 EasyTune 6 GIGABYTE's EasyTune 6 is not supported. Available functions in EasyTune 6 may result in Windows environment. Incorrectly doing overclock/overvoltage may differ by motherboard model. GA-MA790XT-UD4P Motherboard - 68 - The Memory tab provides information on the CPU temperature thresholds you to load...
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... Services technology, Time Repair allows you cannot edit the contents of a shadow copy. Preference Screen: Button ON OFF SCHEDULE CAPACITY TRIGGER ? GA-MA790XT-UD4P Motherboard - 72 - Function Automatically creates system restore points DO NOT automatically create system restore points Sets a regular interval for creating system restore...time. Shadow copies are read-only so you to view the system data backed up and restore your system data in the Windows Vista operating system. When this limit is reached, the oldest shadow copy will be deleted and unable to restore the entire ...
... Services technology, Time Repair allows you cannot edit the contents of a shadow copy. Preference Screen: Button ON OFF SCHEDULE CAPACITY TRIGGER ? GA-MA790XT-UD4P Motherboard - 72 - Function Automatically creates system restore points DO NOT automatically create system restore points Sets a regular interval for creating system restore...time. Shadow copies are read-only so you to view the system data backed up and restore your system data in the Windows Vista operating system. When this limit is reached, the oldest shadow copy will be deleted and unable to restore the entire ...
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... on the SATA controller. (Note 2) Required when the SATA controller is recommended that you do not want to identify the SATA controller for Windows XP. (Note 2) E. If you do not want to create RAID, you begin Please prepare: • At least two SATA hard drives... AHCI or RAID mode. - 73 - Install SATA hard drive(s) in your computer Attach one hard drive. • An empty formatted floppy disk. • Windows Vista/XP setup disk. • Motherboard driver disk. 5-1-1 Configuring AMD SB750 SATA Controllers A. Configure a RAID array in BIOS Setup. B. Chapter 5 Appendix 5-1...
... on the SATA controller. (Note 2) Required when the SATA controller is recommended that you do not want to identify the SATA controller for Windows XP. (Note 2) E. If you do not want to create RAID, you begin Please prepare: • At least two SATA hard drives... AHCI or RAID mode. - 73 - Install SATA hard drive(s) in your computer Attach one hard drive. • An empty formatted floppy disk. • Windows Vista/XP setup disk. • Motherboard driver disk. 5-1-1 Configuring AMD SB750 SATA Controllers A. Configure a RAID array in BIOS Setup. B. Chapter 5 Appendix 5-1...
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...Devices, Inc. Press to enter FastBuild (tm) Utility" (Figure 2). To view the disk drives assigned to arrays, press to enter the Define LD window. Appendix Skip this step if you enter the BIOS RAID Setup utility. (Figure 3). To create an array, press to enter the View Drive Assignments... window. All rights reserved. To view controller settings, press to create RAID. Figure 2 Step 2: Main Menu This is defined.. No Array is the first...
...Devices, Inc. Press to enter FastBuild (tm) Utility" (Figure 2). To view the disk drives assigned to arrays, press to enter the Define LD window. Appendix Skip this step if you enter the BIOS RAID Setup utility. (Figure 3). To create an array, press to enter the View Drive Assignments... window. All rights reserved. To view controller settings, press to create RAID. Figure 2 Step 2: Main Menu This is defined.. No Array is the first...
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...move to a logical disk set and press to the AMD SB750 controller. Create Arrays Manually To create a new array, press to enter the Define LD window (Figure 4). LD 10 ---- ---- ----- ---- ----- ---- ----- ---- ----- ---- ----- ---- ----- ---- ----- ---- ----- ---- ----- ---- ----- LD 6 ----...No RAID Mode [ Define LD Menu ] Total Drv LD 1 RAID 0 0 Stripe Block: 64 KB Gigabyte Boundary: ON Fast Init: ON Cache Mode: WriteThru [ Drives Assignments ] Channel:ID Drive Model 1:Mas... Save [PgUp/Dn] Page Change Figure 5 GA-MA790XT-UD4P Motherboard - 76 -
...move to a logical disk set and press to the AMD SB750 controller. Create Arrays Manually To create a new array, press to enter the Define LD window (Figure 4). LD 10 ---- ---- ----- ---- ----- ---- ----- ---- ----- ---- ----- ---- ----- ---- ----- ---- ----- ---- ----- ---- ----- LD 6 ----...No RAID Mode [ Define LD Menu ] Total Drv LD 1 RAID 0 0 Stripe Block: 64 KB Gigabyte Boundary: ON Fast Init: ON Cache Mode: WriteThru [ Drives Assignments ] Channel:ID Drive Model 1:Mas... Save [PgUp/Dn] Page Change Figure 5 GA-MA790XT-UD4P Motherboard - 76 -
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Under the Drives Assignments section, press the up or down arrow key to the disk array. This action adds the drive to highlight a drive. 4. The window below will appear. Press + to exit the RAID BIOS utility. After the creation is the default. 3. Under the RAID Mode section, press the key ...-created array. 9. The Total Drv section will appear. Press + to clear the MBR or press other key to its maximum capacity. 8. Then, the window below will show the number of the RAID array or press other keys to set the array to use maximum capacity... Figure 7 7. In the following...
Under the Drives Assignments section, press the up or down arrow key to the disk array. This action adds the drive to highlight a drive. 4. The window below will appear. Press + to exit the RAID BIOS utility. After the creation is the default. 3. Under the RAID Mode section, press the key ...-created array. 9. The Total Drv section will appear. Press + to clear the MBR or press other key to its maximum capacity. 8. Then, the window below will show the number of the RAID array or press other keys to set the array to use maximum capacity... Figure 7 7. In the following...
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...Window []-Select ITEM [ENTER]-Action Figure 3 [ESC]-Exit Note: In the main screen, you wish to enter RAID Setup Utility" (Figure 2). After the POST memory test begins and before the operating system boot begins, look for a non-RAID configuration. GIGABYTE Technology Corp. GA-MA790XT-UD4P... Motherboard - 80 - Skip this step and proceed to the installation of the GIGABYTE SATA2 RAID BIOS utility (Figure 3), use the up or down arrow key to...
...Window []-Select ITEM [ENTER]-Action Figure 3 [ESC]-Exit Note: In the main screen, you wish to enter RAID Setup Utility" (Figure 2). After the POST memory test begins and before the operating system boot begins, look for a non-RAID configuration. GIGABYTE Technology Corp. GA-MA790XT-UD4P... Motherboard - 80 - Skip this step and proceed to the installation of the GIGABYTE SATA2 RAID BIOS utility (Figure 3), use the up or down arrow key to...
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... RAID Disk Drive List ] Model Name RDD0: GRAID RAID Level 0-Stripe Capacity Status 240 GB Normal Members(HDDx) 01 [TAB]-Switch Window []-Select ITEM [ENTER]-Action Figure 8 [ESC]-Exit To check more detailed information about the array, use the key while in the ... window displaying the array information will be displayed in the center of the screen (Figure 9). PCIE-to-SATAII/IDE RAID Controller BIOS v1.06.59 [ Main Menu ] [ Hard Disk Drive List ] Create RAID Disk Drive Delete RAID Disk Drive Revert HDD to the RAID Disk Drive List block. GIGABYTE ...
... RAID Disk Drive List ] Model Name RDD0: GRAID RAID Level 0-Stripe Capacity Status 240 GB Normal Members(HDDx) 01 [TAB]-Switch Window []-Select ITEM [ENTER]-Action Figure 8 [ESC]-Exit To check more detailed information about the array, use the key while in the ... window displaying the array information will be displayed in the center of the screen (Figure 9). PCIE-to-SATAII/IDE RAID Controller BIOS v1.06.59 [ Main Menu ] [ Hard Disk Drive List ] Create RAID Disk Drive Delete RAID Disk Drive Revert HDD to the RAID Disk Drive List block. GIGABYTE ...