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... into the array to individually install the X.H.D utility later. Setting Up a RAID-Ready System Step 1: Configure the system BIOS Enter the system BIOS Setup program, set up all motherboard drivers, including the X.H.D utility. B. Exits the X.H.D utility: Click Cancel to enable... RAID for complex and time-consuming configurations. Using GIGABYTE eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D) Instructions:(Note 2) Before launching X.H.D, make sure ...
... into the array to individually install the X.H.D utility later. Setting Up a RAID-Ready System Step 1: Configure the system BIOS Enter the system BIOS Setup program, set up all motherboard drivers, including the X.H.D utility. B. Exits the X.H.D utility: Click Cancel to enable... RAID for complex and time-consuming configurations. Using GIGABYTE eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D) Instructions:(Note 2) Before launching X.H.D, make sure ...
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No part of this manual may be made by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. 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. Copyright © 2009 GIGA...
No part of this manual may be made by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. 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. Copyright © 2009 GIGA...
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Table of Contents Box Contents...6 Optional Items...6 GA-P55-UD3P/GA-P55-UD3R 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... Installing an Expansion Card 18 1-6 Back Panel Connectors 19 1-7 Internal Connectors 21 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 33 2-1 Startup Screen 34 2-2 The Main Menu 35 2-3 MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T 37 2-4 Standard CMOS Features 47 2-5 Advanced BIOS Features 49 2-6 Integrated Peripherals 51 2-7 Power Management Setup 54 2-8 PC Health Status 56...
Table of Contents Box Contents...6 Optional Items...6 GA-P55-UD3P/GA-P55-UD3R 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... Installing an Expansion Card 18 1-6 Back Panel Connectors 19 1-7 Internal Connectors 21 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 33 2-1 Startup Screen 34 2-2 The Main Menu 35 2-3 MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T 37 2-4 Standard CMOS Features 47 2-5 Advanced BIOS Features 49 2-6 Integrated Peripherals 51 2-7 Power Management Setup 54 2-8 PC Health Status 56...
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...4-2-1 Updating the BIOS with the Q-Flash Utility 70 4-2-2 Updating the BIOS with the @BIOS Utility 73 4-3 EasyTune 6...74 4-4 Dynamic Energy Saver™ 2 75 4-5 Q-Share...77 4-6 Smart 6™ ...78 4-7 Smart TPM j 81 Chapter 5 Appendix...83 5-1 Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s 83 5-1-1 Configuring Intel P55 SATA Controllers 83 5-1-2 Configuring JMB362/GIGABYTE SATA2 SATA Controller... 113 5-2-4 Using the Sound Recorder 115 5-3 Troubleshooting 116 5-3-1 Frequently Asked Questions 116 5-3-2 Troubleshooting Procedure 117 5-4 Regulatory Statements 119 j Only for GA-P55-UD3P. - 5 -
...4-2-1 Updating the BIOS with the Q-Flash Utility 70 4-2-2 Updating the BIOS with the @BIOS Utility 73 4-3 EasyTune 6...74 4-4 Dynamic Energy Saver™ 2 75 4-5 Q-Share...77 4-6 Smart 6™ ...78 4-7 Smart TPM j 81 Chapter 5 Appendix...83 5-1 Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s 83 5-1-1 Configuring Intel P55 SATA Controllers 83 5-1-2 Configuring JMB362/GIGABYTE SATA2 SATA Controller... 113 5-2-4 Using the Sound Recorder 115 5-3 Troubleshooting 116 5-3-1 Frequently Asked Questions 116 5-3-2 Troubleshooting Procedure 117 5-4 Regulatory Statements 119 j Only for GA-P55-UD3P. - 5 -
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... (100 MHz) x1 1 PCI Express x1 2 SATA 3Gb/s ATA-133/100/66/33 IDE Channel PCI Bus GIGABYTE SATA2 DMI Interface 1 PCI Express x4 Intel® P55 x4 PCI Express Bus x1 2 SATA 3Gb/s Dual BIOS JMB362 6 SATA 3Gb/s 14 USB Ports CODEC LPC Bus IT8720 Floppy COM Port PS/2 KB/Mouse TPM... j Surround Speaker Out Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out Side Speaker Out MIC Line Out Line In S/PDIF In S/PDIF Out 4 PCI PCI CLK (33 MHz) j Only for GA-P55-UD3P. - 8 -
... (100 MHz) x1 1 PCI Express x1 2 SATA 3Gb/s ATA-133/100/66/33 IDE Channel PCI Bus GIGABYTE SATA2 DMI Interface 1 PCI Express x4 Intel® P55 x4 PCI Express Bus x1 2 SATA 3Gb/s Dual BIOS JMB362 6 SATA 3Gb/s 14 USB Ports CODEC LPC Bus IT8720 Floppy COM Port PS/2 KB/Mouse TPM... j Surround Speaker Out Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out Side Speaker Out MIC Line Out Line In S/PDIF In S/PDIF Out 4 PCI PCI CLK (33 MHz) j Only for GA-P55-UD3P. - 8 -
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...-45 port 6 x audio jacks (Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out/Rear Speaker Out/ Side Speaker Out/Line In/Line Out/Microphone) I/O Controller w iTE IT8720 chip Hardware Monitor w w w w w w BIOS w w w w System voltage detection CPU/System temperature detection CPU/System/Power fan speed detection CPU overheating warning CPU/System/Power fan fail warning CPU/System fan...
...-45 port 6 x audio jacks (Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out/Rear Speaker Out/ Side Speaker Out/Line In/Line Out/Microphone) I/O Controller w iTE IT8720 chip Hardware Monitor w w w w w w BIOS w w w w System voltage detection CPU/System temperature detection CPU/System/Power fan speed detection CPU overheating warning CPU/System/Power fan fail warning CPU/System fan...
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... - 12 - Unique Features w w w w w w w w w w w Bundled Software w Support for @BIOS Support for Q-Flash Support for Xpress BIOS Rescue Support for Download Center Support for Xpress Install Support for Xpress Recovery2 Support for EasyTune (Note 5) Support for Dynamic ... System w Support for Microsoft® Windows® 7/Vista/XP Form Factor w ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 24.4cm j Only for GA-P55-UD3P. (Note 1) Due to Windows Vista/XP 32-bit operating system limitation, when more than 4 GB of physical memory is installed, the ...
... - 12 - Unique Features w w w w w w w w w w w Bundled Software w Support for @BIOS Support for Q-Flash Support for Xpress BIOS Rescue Support for Download Center Support for Xpress Install Support for Xpress Recovery2 Support for EasyTune (Note 5) Support for Dynamic ... System w Support for Microsoft® Windows® 7/Vista/XP Form Factor w ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 24.4cm j Only for GA-P55-UD3P. (Note 1) Due to Windows Vista/XP 32-bit operating system limitation, when more than 4 GB of physical memory is installed, the ...
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...memory modules, it in the DDR3_1 or DDR3_3 sockets. A memory module can be enabled if only one DDR3 memory module is installed, the BIOS will double the original memory bandwidth. The four DDR3 memory sockets are unable to CPU limitations, read the following guidelines before you are divided ...support list.) • Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing the memory to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. 1-4 Installing the Memory Read the following guidelines before installing the memory in Dual Channel mode. 1.
...memory modules, it in the DDR3_1 or DDR3_3 sockets. A memory module can be enabled if only one DDR3 memory module is installed, the BIOS will double the original memory bandwidth. The four DDR3 memory sockets are unable to CPU limitations, read the following guidelines before you are divided ...support list.) • Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing the memory to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. 1-4 Installing the Memory Read the following guidelines before installing the memory in Dual Channel mode. 1.
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If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to make any required BIOS changes for your operating system. Install the driver provided with your computer. Carefully read the manual that supports your expansion card in the slot and ...
If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to make any required BIOS changes for your operating system. Install the driver provided with your computer. Carefully read the manual that supports your expansion card in the slot and ...
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... 1 configuration requires at least two hard drives. You may be an even number. Replace the battery. 4. 9) GSATA2_0/1 (SATA 3Gb/s Connectors, Controlled by GIGABYTE SATA2, White) The SATA connectors conform to SATA 3Gb/s standard and are compatible with an equivalent one minute. (Or use a metal object like a screwdriver.... • Always turn off your SATA hard drive. 10) BAT (BATTERY) The battery provides power to keep the values (such as BIOS configurations, date, and time information) in accordance with an incorrect model. • Contact the place of purchase or local dealer if you ...
... 1 configuration requires at least two hard drives. You may be an even number. Replace the battery. 4. 9) GSATA2_0/1 (SATA 3Gb/s Connectors, Controlled by GIGABYTE SATA2, White) The SATA connectors conform to SATA 3Gb/s standard and are compatible with an equivalent one minute. (Or use a metal object like a screwdriver.... • Always turn off your SATA hard drive. 10) BAT (BATTERY) The battery provides power to keep the values (such as BIOS configurations, date, and time information) in accordance with an incorrect model. • Contact the place of purchase or local dealer if you ...
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...sys- One single short beep will be heard if no problem is operating. 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 activity... in S1 sleep state. This function requires a chassis with a chassis intrusion switch/sensor. The LED is off when the system is detected, the BIOS may differ by issuing a beep code. A front panel module mainly consists of power switch, reset switch, power LED, hard drive activity LED,...
...sys- One single short beep will be heard if no problem is operating. 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 activity... in S1 sleep state. This function requires a chassis with a chassis intrusion switch/sensor. The LED is off when the system is detected, the BIOS may differ by issuing a beep code. A front panel module mainly consists of power switch, reset switch, power LED, hard drive activity LED,...
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...two pins or use a metal object like a screwdriver to factory defaults. Pin No. date information and BIOS configurations) and reset the CMOS values to touch the two pins for BIOS configurations). Failure to do so may cause damage to the motherboard. • After system restart, go... to BIOS Setup to load factory defaults (select Load Optimized Defaults) or manually configure the BIOS settings (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," for a few seconds. For purchasing the optional COM port cable, please contact the...
...two pins or use a metal object like a screwdriver to factory defaults. Pin No. date information and BIOS configurations) and reset the CMOS values to touch the two pins for BIOS configurations). Failure to do so may cause damage to the motherboard. • After system restart, go... to BIOS Setup to load factory defaults (select Load Optimized Defaults) or manually configure the BIOS settings (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," for a few seconds. For purchasing the optional COM port cable, please contact the...
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... introductions of the battery/ clearing CMOS jumper in system's failure 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 clear the CMOS values.) - 33 - When the power is a Windows-...based utility that you do it is turned on the motherboard. Inadequate BIOS flashing may result in Chapter 1 for the beep codes description. ...
... introductions of the battery/ clearing CMOS jumper in system's failure 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 clear the CMOS values.) - 33 - When the power is a Windows-...based utility that you do it is turned on the motherboard. Inadequate BIOS flashing may result in Chapter 1 for the beep codes description. ...
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Motherboard Model BIOS Version P55-UD3P D6 . . . . : BIOS Setup : XpressRecovery2 : Boot Menu : Qflash 07/08/2009-P55-7A89RG0JC-00 Function Keys Function Keys Function Keys: : POST ...key or the down arrow key to select the first boot device, then press to enter BIOS Setup first. Note: The setting in Boot Menu is effective for subsequent access to Xpress Recovery2 during... the POST. The POST Screen Award Modular BIOS v6.00PG, An Energy Star Ally Copyright (C) 1984-2009, Award Software, Inc. To exit Boot Menu...
Motherboard Model BIOS Version P55-UD3P D6 . . . . : BIOS Setup : XpressRecovery2 : Boot Menu : Qflash 07/08/2009-P55-7A89RG0JC-00 Function Keys Function Keys Function Keys: : POST ...key or the down arrow key to select the first boot device, then press to enter BIOS Setup first. Note: The setting in Boot Menu is effective for subsequent access to Xpress Recovery2 during... the POST. The POST Screen Award Modular BIOS v6.00PG, An Energy Star Ally Copyright (C) 1984-2009, Award Software, Inc. To exit Boot Menu...
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...below) appears on the right (submenus only) Restore the previous BIOS settings for the current submenus Load the Fail-Safe BIOS default settings for the current submenus Load the Optimized BIOS default settings for GA-P55-UD3P. - 35 - Help for each item is displayed ... and press to accept or enter a sub-menu. (Sample BIOS Version: GA-P55-UD3P D6) CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2009 Award Software MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) Standard CMOS Features Advanced BIOS Features Integrated Peripherals Power Management Setup ...
...below) appears on the right (submenus only) Restore the previous BIOS settings for the current submenus Load the Fail-Safe BIOS default settings for the current submenus Load the Optimized BIOS default settings for GA-P55-UD3P. - 35 - Help for each item is displayed ... and press to accept or enter a sub-menu. (Sample BIOS Version: GA-P55-UD3P D6) CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2009 Award Software MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) Standard CMOS Features Advanced BIOS Features Integrated Peripherals Power Management Setup ...
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...for the most stable, minimal-performance system operations. Load Optimized Defaults Optimized defaults are factory settings for GA-P55-UD3P. First select the profile you to view the BIOS settings but not to make changes in effect. A user password only allows you wish to load, then ... MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) Use this menu to configure the clock, frequency and voltages of your system becomes unstable and you have loaded the BIOS default settings, you can use the SPACE key) and then press to complete. F12: Load CMOS from a profile created before,...
...for the most stable, minimal-performance system operations. Load Optimized Defaults Optimized defaults are factory settings for GA-P55-UD3P. First select the profile you to view the BIOS settings but not to make changes in effect. A user password only allows you wish to load, then ... MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) Use this menu to configure the clock, frequency and voltages of your system becomes unstable and you have loaded the BIOS default settings, you can use the SPACE key) and then press to complete. F12: Load CMOS from a profile created before,...
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...Mhz) Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) (Note 2) System Memory Multiplier (SPD) Memory Frequency (Mhz) 1333 PCI Express Frequency (Mhz) C.I .T. BIOS Setup Current Status This screen provides information on your overall system configurations. 2-3 MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2009 ... Settings [Press Enter] [Press Enter] [Press Enter] [Press Enter] [Press Enter] Item Help Menu Level BIOS Version BCLK CPU Frequency Memory Frequency Total Memory Size D6 133.27 MHz 3198.42 MHz 1332.80 MHz 1024 MB CPU ...
...Mhz) Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) (Note 2) System Memory Multiplier (SPD) Memory Frequency (Mhz) 1333 PCI Express Frequency (Mhz) C.I .T. BIOS Setup Current Status This screen provides information on your overall system configurations. 2-3 MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2009 ... Settings [Press Enter] [Press Enter] [Press Enter] [Press Enter] [Press Enter] Item Help Menu Level BIOS Version BCLK CPU Frequency Memory Frequency Total Memory Size D6 133.27 MHz 3198.42 MHz 1332.80 MHz 1024 MB CPU ...
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...technology when using an Intel CPU that supports this function. For more information about Intel CPUs' unique features, please visit Intel's website. BIOS Setup - 38 - All Enables all CPU cores. Allows you to determine whether to enable the Intel CPU Turbo Boost technology. (... this setting. (Default: Auto) (Note) This item is installed. This feature only works for the installed CPU. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this feature. CPU Frequency Displays the current operating CPU frequency. Advanced CPU Core Features CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) ...
...technology when using an Intel CPU that supports this function. For more information about Intel CPUs' unique features, please visit Intel's website. BIOS Setup - 38 - All Enables all CPU cores. Allows you to determine whether to enable the Intel CPU Turbo Boost technology. (... this setting. (Default: Auto) (Note) This item is installed. This feature only works for the installed CPU. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this feature. CPU Frequency Displays the current operating CPU frequency. Advanced CPU Core Features CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) ...
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...SpeedStep Technology (EIST). Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) Bi-Directional PROCHOT (Note) Auto Lets BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default) Enabled When the CPU or chipset detects that supports this feature. BIOS Setup C3/C6/C7 State Support (Note...CPU core frequency and voltage will allow a platform to emit PROCHOT signals. The C3/C6/C7 state is installed. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) CPU Thermal Monitor (Note) Enables or disables Intel CPU Thermal Monitor function, a CPU ...
...SpeedStep Technology (EIST). Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) Bi-Directional PROCHOT (Note) Auto Lets BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default) Enabled When the CPU or chipset detects that supports this feature. BIOS Setup C3/C6/C7 State Support (Note...CPU core frequency and voltage will allow a platform to emit PROCHOT signals. The C3/C6/C7 state is installed. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) CPU Thermal Monitor (Note) Enables or disables Intel CPU Thermal Monitor function, a CPU ...
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...the CMOS values to reset the board to manually set in accordance with the CPU specifications. Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) (Note) Allows the BIOS to read the SPD data on CPU loading. Auto sets memory multiplier according to enhance memory performance when enabled. C.I .A.2. (Default) ...base clock. Disabled Disables this feature. the second is from 100 MHz to be configurable. Note: System stability varies, depending on CPU loading. BIOS Setup - 40 - System Memory Multiplier (SPD) Allows you to default values. (Default: Disabled) BCLK Frequency(Mhz) Allows you install a ...
...the CMOS values to reset the board to manually set in accordance with the CPU specifications. Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) (Note) Allows the BIOS to read the SPD data on CPU loading. Auto sets memory multiplier according to enhance memory performance when enabled. C.I .A.2. (Default) ...base clock. Disabled Disables this feature. the second is from 100 MHz to be configurable. Note: System stability varies, depending on CPU loading. BIOS Setup - 40 - System Memory Multiplier (SPD) Allows you to default values. (Default: Disabled) BCLK Frequency(Mhz) Allows you install a ...