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...may be made by copyright laws and is 1.0. For example, "REV: 1.0" means the revision of the motherboard is the property of GIGABYTE. Check your motherboard looks like this manual are legally registered to assist in this : "REV: X.X." Changes to the specifications ...Manual. For product-related information, check on our website at: http://www.gigabyte.com Identifying Your Motherboard Revision The revision number on your motherboard revision before updating motherboard BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical information. Example: Copyright © 2011 GIGA-BYTE...
...may be made by copyright laws and is 1.0. For example, "REV: 1.0" means the revision of the motherboard is the property of GIGABYTE. Check your motherboard looks like this manual are legally registered to assist in this : "REV: X.X." Changes to the specifications ...Manual. For product-related information, check on our website at: http://www.gigabyte.com Identifying Your Motherboard Revision The revision number on your motherboard revision before updating motherboard BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical information. Example: Copyright © 2011 GIGA-BYTE...
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Table of Contents GA-P61-S3 Motherboard Layout 5 GA-P61-S3 Motherboard Block Diagram 6 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 7 1-1 Installation Precautions 7 1-2 Product Specifications 8 1-3 Installing the CPU 10 1-4 Installing the Memory 11 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card 11 1-6 Back Panel Connectors 12 1-7 Internal Connectors 13 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 20 2-1 Startup Screen 20 2-2 The Main Menu 21 2-3 M.I.T...22 2-4 System...30 2-5 BIOS Features 31 2-6 Peripherals...32 2-7 Power Management 34 2-8 Save & Exit...35 Chapter 3 Drivers Installation 36 Regulatory Statements 37 - 4 -
Table of Contents GA-P61-S3 Motherboard Layout 5 GA-P61-S3 Motherboard Block Diagram 6 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 7 1-1 Installation Precautions 7 1-2 Product Specifications 8 1-3 Installing the CPU 10 1-4 Installing the Memory 11 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card 11 1-6 Back Panel Connectors 12 1-7 Internal Connectors 13 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 20 2-1 Startup Screen 20 2-2 The Main Menu 21 2-3 M.I.T...22 2-4 System...30 2-5 BIOS Features 31 2-6 Peripherals...32 2-7 Power Management 34 2-8 Save & Exit...35 Chapter 3 Drivers Installation 36 Regulatory Statements 37 - 4 -
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GA-P61-S3 Motherboard Layout KB_MS ATX_12V CPU_FAN LGA1155 COMA R_USB ATX USB_LAN AUDIO SYS_FAN1 PWR_FAN F_AUDIO PCIEX16 Atheros/Realtek GbE LAN PCIEX1_1 BAT GA-P61-S3 CODEC PCIEX1_2 SPDIF_O PCI1 PCI2 iTE IT8728 PCI3 SYS_FAN2 F_USB2 F_USB1 DDR3_1 DDR3_2 Intel® H61 PCIe to PCI Bridge SATA2 31 20 M_BIOS B_BIOS CLR_CMOS F_PANEL Box Contents 55 GA-P61-S3 motherboard 55 Motherboard driver disk 55 User's Manual 55 Two SATA cables 55 I/O Shield * The box contents above are for reference only and the actual items shall depend on the product package you obtain. - 5 -
GA-P61-S3 Motherboard Layout KB_MS ATX_12V CPU_FAN LGA1155 COMA R_USB ATX USB_LAN AUDIO SYS_FAN1 PWR_FAN F_AUDIO PCIEX16 Atheros/Realtek GbE LAN PCIEX1_1 BAT GA-P61-S3 CODEC PCIEX1_2 SPDIF_O PCI1 PCI2 iTE IT8728 PCI3 SYS_FAN2 F_USB2 F_USB1 DDR3_1 DDR3_2 Intel® H61 PCIe to PCI Bridge SATA2 31 20 M_BIOS B_BIOS CLR_CMOS F_PANEL Box Contents 55 GA-P61-S3 motherboard 55 Motherboard driver disk 55 User's Manual 55 Two SATA cables 55 I/O Shield * The box contents above are for reference only and the actual items shall depend on the product package you obtain. - 5 -
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GA-P61-S3 Motherboard Block Diagram 1 PCI Express x16 CPU CLK+/- (100 MHz) LGA1155 CPU DDR3 1333/1066/800 MHz Dual Channel Memory PCIe CLK (100 MHz) x16 PCI Express Bus DMI 2.0 2 PCI Express x1 Dual BIOS x1 PCI Express Bus x1 x1 Atheros/Realtek PCIe to PCI GbE LAN Bridge RJ45 PCI Bus LAN Intel® H61 4 SATA 3Gb/s 8 USB 2.0/1.1 LPC Bus iTE IT8728 CODEC COM Port PS/2 KB/Mouse MIC (Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out) Line Out (Front Speaker Out) Line In (Rear Speaker Out) S/PDIF Out 3 PCI PCI CLK (33 MHz) - 6 -
GA-P61-S3 Motherboard Block Diagram 1 PCI Express x16 CPU CLK+/- (100 MHz) LGA1155 CPU DDR3 1333/1066/800 MHz Dual Channel Memory PCIe CLK (100 MHz) x16 PCI Express Bus DMI 2.0 2 PCI Express x1 Dual BIOS x1 PCI Express Bus x1 x1 Atheros/Realtek PCIe to PCI GbE LAN Bridge RJ45 PCI Bus LAN Intel® H61 4 SATA 3Gb/s 8 USB 2.0/1.1 LPC Bus iTE IT8728 CODEC COM Port PS/2 KB/Mouse MIC (Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out) Line Out (Front Speaker Out) Line In (Rear Speaker Out) S/PDIF Out 3 PCI PCI CLK (33 MHz) - 6 -
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...remove the AC power by 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 the product, please consult a certified computer technician. - 7 - If you are connected.... •• To prevent damage to the motherboard, do not remove or break motherboard S/N (Serial Number) sticker or warranty sticker provided by unplugging the power cord from the motherboard, make sure the power supply voltage has been set according to the local ...
...remove the AC power by 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 the product, please consult a certified computer technician. - 7 - If you are connected.... •• To prevent damage to the motherboard, do not remove or break motherboard S/N (Serial Number) sticker or warranty sticker provided by unplugging the power cord from the motherboard, make sure the power supply voltage has been set according to the local ...
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... for @BIOS Support for Q-Flash Support for Xpress Recovery2 Support for EasyTune * Available functions in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model. Support for ON/OFF Charge Bundled Software Norton Internet Security (OEM version) Operating System Support for Microsoft®...
... for @BIOS Support for Q-Flash Support for Xpress Recovery2 Support for EasyTune * Available functions in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model. Support for ON/OFF Charge Bundled Software Norton Internet Security (OEM version) Operating System Support for Microsoft®...
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... on the surface of the CPU. •• Do not turn on the computer if the CPU cooler is not recommended that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. If you may occur. •• Set the CPU host frequency in accordance with the CPU specifications. Locate...
... on the surface of the CPU. •• Do not turn on the computer if the CPU cooler is not recommended that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. If you may occur. •• Set the CPU host frequency in accordance with the CPU specifications. Locate...
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... an expansion card to prevent hardware damage. •• Memory modules have a foolproof design. Dual Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides two DDR3 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. When enabling Dual Channel mode with your expansion card. ••...following guidelines before you begin to install an expansion card: •• Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. A memory module can be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card Read the following guidelines before you ...
... an expansion card to prevent hardware damage. •• Memory modules have a foolproof design. Dual Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides two DDR3 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. When enabling Dual Channel mode with your expansion card. ••...following guidelines before you begin to install an expansion card: •• Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. A memory module can be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card Read the following guidelines before you ...
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... the upper port (green) to connect a PS/2 mouse and the lower port (purple) to 1 Gbps data rate. Do not rock it straight out from the motherboard. •• When removing the cable, pull it side to side to this audio jack for USB devices such as a USB keyboard/mouse, USB printer...
... the upper port (green) to connect a PS/2 mouse and the lower port (purple) to 1 Gbps data rate. Do not rock it straight out from the motherboard. •• When removing the cable, pull it side to side to this audio jack for USB devices such as a USB keyboard/mouse, USB printer...
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... 4 5 8 10 4 1) ATX_12V 2) ATX 3) CPU_FAN 4) SYS_FAN1/2 5) PWR_FAN 6) SATA2 0/1/2/3 2 6 9 11 7 7) F_PANEL 8) F_AUDIO 9) F_USB1/2 10) SPDIF_O 11) CLR_CMOS 12) BAT Read the following guidelines before turning on the motherboard. - 13 -
... 4 5 8 10 4 1) ATX_12V 2) ATX 3) CPU_FAN 4) SYS_FAN1/2 5) PWR_FAN 6) SATA2 0/1/2/3 2 6 9 11 7 7) F_PANEL 8) F_AUDIO 9) F_USB1/2 10) SPDIF_O 11) CLR_CMOS 12) BAT Read the following guidelines before turning on the motherboard. - 13 -
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... power, the result can lead to all devices are properly installed. If the 12V power connector is turned off and all the components on the motherboard. The power connector possesses a foolproof design. Before connecting the power connector, first make sure the power supply is not connected, the computer will not start...
... power, the result can lead to all devices are properly installed. If the 12V power connector is turned off and all the components on the motherboard. The power connector possesses a foolproof design. Before connecting the power connector, first make sure the power supply is not connected, the computer will not start...
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... (the black connector wire is recommended that a system fan be sure to connect it is the ground wire). 3/4/5) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN1/SYS_FAN2/PWR_FAN (Fan Headers) The motherboard has a 4-pin CPU fan header (CPU_FAN), a 4-pin (SYS_FAN2) and a 3-pin (SYS_FAN1) system fan headers, and a 3-pin power fan header (PWR_FAN). Overheating may hang. ••...
... (the black connector wire is recommended that a system fan be sure to connect it is the ground wire). 3/4/5) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN1/SYS_FAN2/PWR_FAN (Fan Headers) The motherboard has a 4-pin CPU fan header (CPU_FAN), a 4-pin (SYS_FAN2) and a 3-pin (SYS_FAN1) system fan headers, and a 3-pin power fan header (PWR_FAN). Overheating may hang. ••...
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...No. Each USB header can provide two USB ports via an optional USB bracket. Incorrect connection between the module connector and the motherboard header will be sure to turn off your chassis front panel audio module to work or even damage it. For information about ...connecting the front panel audio module that has separated connectors on each wire instead of the motherboard header. Definition Pin No. For purchasing the optional USB bracket, please contact the local dealer. Definition 1 Power (5V) 2 Power (5V) 9 1 3 USB...
...No. Each USB header can provide two USB ports via an optional USB bracket. Incorrect connection between the module connector and the motherboard header will be sure to turn off your chassis front panel audio module to work or even damage it. For information about ...connecting the front panel audio module that has separated connectors on each wire instead of the motherboard header. Definition Pin No. For purchasing the optional USB bracket, please contact the local dealer. Definition 1 Power (5V) 2 Power (5V) 9 1 3 USB...
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... like a screwdriver to factory defaults. Pin No. To clear the CMOS values, use a S/PDIF digital audio cable for digital audio output from your motherboard to clear the CMOS values (e.g. For information about connecting the S/PDIF digital audio cable, carefully read the manual for your... motherboard to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," for BIOS configurations). - 18 - date information and BIOS configurations) and reset the CMOS values to touch the two pins for ...
... like a screwdriver to factory defaults. Pin No. To clear the CMOS values, use a S/PDIF digital audio cable for digital audio output from your motherboard to clear the CMOS values (e.g. For information about connecting the S/PDIF digital audio cable, carefully read the manual for your... motherboard to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," for BIOS configurations). - 18 - date information and BIOS configurations) and reset the CMOS values to touch the two pins for ...
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... on . Function Keys Inadequately altering the settings may result in system malfunction. •• It is turned off, the battery on the motherboard supplies the necessary power to the CMOS to the "Load Optimized Defaults" section in this chapter or introductions of the system in the CMOS....To flash the BIOS, do not encounter problems using the current version of BIOS, it with caution. 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 ...
... on . Function Keys Inadequately altering the settings may result in system malfunction. •• It is turned off, the battery on the motherboard supplies the necessary power to the CMOS to the "Load Optimized Defaults" section in this chapter or introductions of the system in the CMOS....To flash the BIOS, do not encounter problems using the current version of BIOS, it with caution. 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 ...
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... Disabled Keeps or clears the record of previous chassis intrusion status. (Default) Enabled Clears the record of the chassis intrusion detection device attached to the motherboard CI header.
... Disabled Keeps or clears the record of previous chassis intrusion status. (Default) Enabled Clears the record of the chassis intrusion detection device attached to the motherboard CI header.
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... Hour, Minute, and Second fields and use the up arrow or down arrow key to all . `` ATA Port Information This section provides information on your motherboard model and BIOS version. The time format is week (read-only), month, date, and year. You can also select the default language used . (If no...
... Hour, Minute, and Second fields and use the up arrow or down arrow key to all . `` ATA Port Information This section provides information on your motherboard model and BIOS version. The time format is week (read-only), month, date, and year. You can also select the default language used . (If no...
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... default settings. Chapter 3 Drivers Installation •• Before installing the drivers, first install the operating system. •• After installing the operating system, insert the motherboard driver disk into your system and then list all the recommended drivers. Your system will restart automatically and boot from a profile created before, without the...
... default settings. Chapter 3 Drivers Installation •• Before installing the drivers, first install the operating system. •• After installing the operating system, insert the motherboard driver disk into your system and then list all the recommended drivers. Your system will restart automatically and boot from a profile created before, without the...
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...recycling of your help to conserve natural resources and ensure that the information in this product was accurate in all GIGABYTE motherboards fulfill European Union regulations for the disposal of "end of life" products, and generally improve our quality of Hazardous Substances ... and outer packaging (including shipping containers) this text. WEEE Symbol Statement The symbol shown below is recycled in , and by GIGABYTE. We believe that the information contained herein was delivered in a manner that potentially hazardous substances are continuing our efforts to produce...
...recycling of your help to conserve natural resources and ensure that the information in this product was accurate in all GIGABYTE motherboards fulfill European Union regulations for the disposal of "end of life" products, and generally improve our quality of Hazardous Substances ... and outer packaging (including shipping containers) this text. WEEE Symbol Statement The symbol shown below is recycled in , and by GIGABYTE. We believe that the information contained herein was delivered in a manner that potentially hazardous substances are continuing our efforts to produce...