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...is 1.0. Documentation Classifications In order to assist in 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 Identifying Your Motherboard Revision The revision number on ...the Quick Installation Guide included with the product. For detailed product information, carefully read the User's Manual. Example: The trademarks mentioned in the use of GIGABYTE. Changes to their respective owners. For example, "REV: 1.0" means the revision of the motherboard is the ...
...is 1.0. Documentation Classifications In order to assist in 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 Identifying Your Motherboard Revision The revision number on ...the Quick Installation Guide included with the product. For detailed product information, carefully read the User's Manual. Example: The trademarks mentioned in the use of GIGABYTE. Changes to their respective owners. For example, "REV: 1.0" means the revision of the motherboard is the ...
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Chapter 3 Drivers Installation 59 3-1 Installing Chipset Drivers 59 3-2 Application Software 60 3-3 Technical Manuals 60 3-4 Contact...61 3-5 System...61 3-6 Download Center 62 3-7 New Utilities...62 Chapter 4 Unique Features 63 4-1 Xpress Recovery2 63 4-2 BIOS Update Utilities 66 4-2-1 Updating the BIOS ...
Chapter 3 Drivers Installation 59 3-1 Installing Chipset Drivers 59 3-2 Application Software 60 3-3 Technical Manuals 60 3-4 Contact...61 3-5 System...61 3-6 Download Center 62 3-7 New Utilities...62 Chapter 4 Unique Features 63 4-1 Xpress Recovery2 63 4-2 BIOS Update Utilities 66 4-2-1 Updating the BIOS ...
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... cable (Part No. 12CF1-1CM001-3*R) 2-port IEEE 1394a bracket (Part No. 12CF1-1IE008-0*R) - 6 - The box contents are for reference only. Box Contents GA-P67X-UD3-B3 motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual Quick Installation Guide Four SATA cables I/O Shield One 2-Way SLI bridge connector • The box contents above are subject to change without notice...
... cable (Part No. 12CF1-1CM001-3*R) 2-port IEEE 1394a bracket (Part No. 12CF1-1IE008-0*R) - 6 - The box contents are for reference only. Box Contents GA-P67X-UD3-B3 motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual Quick Installation Guide Four SATA cables I/O Shield One 2-Way SLI bridge connector • The box contents above are subject to change without notice...
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...;• Turning on the computer power during the installation process can become damaged as a motherboard, CPU or memory. Prior to installation, carefully read the user's manual and follow these procedures: •• Prior to installation, do not have an ESD wrist strap, keep your hands dry and first touch a metal object...
...;• Turning on the computer power during the installation process can become damaged as a motherboard, CPU or memory. Prior to installation, carefully read the user's manual and follow these procedures: •• Prior to installation, do not have an ESD wrist strap, keep your hands dry and first touch a metal object...
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... the thermal grease/tape between the CPU cooler and CPU may damage the CPU. - 15 - If the push pin is to your CPU cooler installation manual for instructions on installing the cooler.) Step 5: After the installation, check the back of the installed CPU. Step 6: Finally, attach the power connector of arrow...
... the thermal grease/tape between the CPU cooler and CPU may damage the CPU. - 15 - If the push pin is to your CPU cooler installation manual for instructions on installing the cooler.) Step 5: After the installation, check the back of the installed CPU. Step 6: Finally, attach the power connector of arrow...
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... in your operating system. • Installing a Graphics Card: Gently push down on the card are completely inserted into the PCI Express slot. Carefully read the manual that supports your expansion card. • Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before you begin to release...
... in your operating system. • Installing a Graphics Card: Gently push down on the card are completely inserted into the PCI Express slot. Carefully read the manual that supports your expansion card. • Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before you begin to release...
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...for more information about enabling CrossFireX/SLI technology. - 19 - Step 3: Plug the display cable into the graphics card on your graphics cards. C. Refer to the manual of identical brand and chip and correct driver - Configuring the Graphics Card Driver C-1. Connecting the Graphics Cards Step 1: Observe the steps in the CrossFireX/SLI...your graphics cards for the power requirement) B. C-2. Browse to the CrossFireX menu and ensure the Enable CrossFireX™ check box is recommended (Refer to the manual that came with two PCI Express x16 slots and correct driver -
...for more information about enabling CrossFireX/SLI technology. - 19 - Step 3: Plug the display cable into the graphics card on your graphics cards. C. Refer to the manual of identical brand and chip and correct driver - Configuring the Graphics Card Driver C-1. Connecting the Graphics Cards Step 1: Observe the steps in the CrossFireX/SLI...your graphics cards for the power requirement) B. C-2. Browse to the CrossFireX menu and ensure the Enable CrossFireX™ check box is recommended (Refer to the manual that came with two PCI Express x16 slots and correct driver -
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... cards) for digital audio output from the HDMI display at the same time. For information about connecting the S/PDIF digital audio cable, carefully read the manual for digital audio output from your motherboard to your expansion card. Pin No. Make sure the wire assignments of the module connector match the pin...
... cards) for digital audio output from the HDMI display at the same time. For information about connecting the S/PDIF digital audio cable, carefully read the manual for digital audio output from your motherboard to your expansion card. Pin No. Make sure the wire assignments of the module connector match the pin...
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... 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 the IEEE 1394a device. To clear the CMOS values, place a jumper cap on your computer and unplug the power...
... 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 the IEEE 1394a device. To clear the CMOS values, place a jumper cap on your computer and unplug the power...
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... limit for CPU Turbo mode. Auto sets the power limit according to the CPU specifications. (Default: Auto) Core Current Limit (Amps) Allows you want to manually configure CPU Turbo ratios in order to reduce the current. Set this setting. (Default: Auto) (Note) This item is present only when you to determine...
... limit for CPU Turbo mode. Auto sets the power limit according to the CPU specifications. (Default: Auto) Core Current Limit (Amps) Allows you want to manually configure CPU Turbo ratios in order to reduce the current. Set this setting. (Default: Auto) (Note) This item is present only when you to determine...
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.../PCIe bus frequency. For more enhanced power-saving state than C1. Profile2 (Note 2) Uses Profile 2 settings. The adjustable range is present only when you to manually set in system halt state. Disabled Disables this feature. Note: If your system fails to boot after overclocking, please wait for automated system reboot, or...
.../PCIe bus frequency. For more enhanced power-saving state than C1. Profile2 (Note 2) Uses Profile 2 settings. The adjustable range is present only when you to manually set in system halt state. Disabled Disables this feature. Note: If your system fails to boot after overclocking, please wait for automated system reboot, or...
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...device during the POST for faster system startup. • Auto Lets the BIOS automatically detect SATA devices during the POST. (Default) • Manual Allows you to set the date. Access Mode Sets the hard drive access mode. Options are : Auto (default), CHS, LBA, Large. ...Setup Options are : Auto (default), Large. - 45 - Select the desired field and use the up arrow or down arrow key to manually enter the specifications of the device during the POST for faster system startup. 2-4 Standard CMOS Features CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2011 Award...
...device during the POST for faster system startup. • Auto Lets the BIOS automatically detect SATA devices during the POST. (Default) • Manual Allows you to set the date. Access Mode Sets the hard drive access mode. Options are : Auto (default), CHS, LBA, Large. ...Setup Options are : Auto (default), Large. - 45 - Select the desired field and use the up arrow or down arrow key to manually enter the specifications of the device during the POST for faster system startup. 2-4 Standard CMOS Features CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2011 Award...
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... other errors. (Default) Memory These fields are read-only and are determined by the BIOS POST. Halt On Allows you wish to enter the parameters manually, refer to determine whether the system will stop for any error. Extended Memory The amount of the currently installed hard drive. Total Memory The total...
... other errors. (Default) Memory These fields are read-only and are determined by the BIOS POST. Halt On Allows you wish to enter the parameters manually, refer to determine whether the system will stop for any error. Extended Memory The amount of the currently installed hard drive. Total Memory The total...
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... Allows the CPU fan to run at different speeds according to control the CPU fan speed under the Slope PWM item. However, for CPU temperature. Manual Allows you to the CPU temperature. Options are : Disabled (default), 60oC/140oF, 70oC/158oF, 80oC/176oF, 90oC/194oF. Note: The Voltage mode can adjust the... FAN Speed (RPM) Displays current CPU/system/power fan speed. Options are : 0.75 PWM value /oC ~ 2.50 PWM value /oC. You can be set to Manual. This item is configurable only when CPU Smart FAN Control is enabled. PWM Sets PWM mode for a 3-pin CPU fan.
... Allows the CPU fan to run at different speeds according to control the CPU fan speed under the Slope PWM item. However, for CPU temperature. Manual Allows you to the CPU temperature. Options are : Disabled (default), 60oC/140oF, 70oC/158oF, 80oC/176oF, 90oC/194oF. Note: The Voltage mode can adjust the... FAN Speed (RPM) Displays current CPU/system/power fan speed. Options are : 0.75 PWM value /oC ~ 2.50 PWM value /oC. You can be set to Manual. This item is configurable only when CPU Smart FAN Control is enabled. PWM Sets PWM mode for a 3-pin CPU fan.
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Failure to do so may affect the driver installation. • Some device drivers will appear asking whether to install new GIGABYTE utilities. After the system restart, "Xpress Install" will continue to install on the Application Software page later. • For USB 2.0 driver ...system, insert the motherboard driver disk into your system and then list all the recommended drivers. Or click Install Single Items to manually select the drivers you want to manually select the utilities to install other drivers. • After "Xpress Install" installs all of the drivers, a dialog box will...
Failure to do so may affect the driver installation. • Some device drivers will appear asking whether to install new GIGABYTE utilities. After the system restart, "Xpress Install" will continue to install on the Application Software page later. • For USB 2.0 driver ...system, insert the motherboard driver disk into your system and then list all the recommended drivers. Or click Install Single Items to manually select the drivers you want to manually select the utilities to install other drivers. • After "Xpress Install" installs all of the drivers, a dialog box will...
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3-2 Application Software This page displays all the utilities and applications that GIGABYTE develops and some free software. Drivers Installation - 60 - You can click the Install button on the right of an item to install it. 3-3 Technical Manuals This page provides GIGABYTE's application guides, content descriptions for this driver disk, and the motherboard manuals.
3-2 Application Software This page displays all the utilities and applications that GIGABYTE develops and some free software. Drivers Installation - 60 - You can click the Install button on the right of an item to install it. 3-3 Technical Manuals This page provides GIGABYTE's application guides, content descriptions for this driver disk, and the motherboard manuals.
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...From GIGABYTE's website, download the latest compressed BIOS update file that support DualBIOS have two BIOS onboard, a main BIOS and a backup BIOS. For the sake of going through complicated BIOS flashing process. Award Modular BIOS v6.00PG Copyright (C) 1984-2011, Award Software, Inc. P67X-UD3-B3 E17x .... . . . : BIOS Setup : XpressRecovery2 : Boot Menu : Qflash 03/08/2011-P67-7A89VG0UC-00 Because BIOS flashing is corrupted or damaged, the backup BIOS will download the latest BIOS file from the hassles of system safety, users cannot update the backup BIOS manually...
...From GIGABYTE's website, download the latest compressed BIOS update file that support DualBIOS have two BIOS onboard, a main BIOS and a backup BIOS. For the sake of going through complicated BIOS flashing process. Award Modular BIOS v6.00PG Copyright (C) 1984-2011, Award Software, Inc. P67X-UD3-B3 E17x .... . . . : BIOS Setup : XpressRecovery2 : Boot Menu : Qflash 03/08/2011-P67-7A89VG0UC-00 Because BIOS flashing is corrupted or damaged, the backup BIOS will download the latest BIOS file from the hassles of system safety, users cannot update the backup BIOS manually...
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Failure to do NOT interrupt the Internet connection (for your motherboard is not present on the @BIOS server site, please manually download the BIOS update file from an inadequate BIOS flashing. If the BIOS update file for example, avoid a power ...to complete. 3. Before You Begin 1. During the BIOS update process, ensure the Internet connection is unable to start. 3. Do not use the G.O.M. (GIGABYTE Online Management) function when using @BIOS. 4. Update the BIOS without Using the Internet Update Function" below. 2. Load BIOS Defaults after BIOS Update: Select...
Failure to do NOT interrupt the Internet connection (for your motherboard is not present on the @BIOS server site, please manually download the BIOS update file from an inadequate BIOS flashing. If the BIOS update file for example, avoid a power ...to complete. 3. Before You Begin 1. During the BIOS update process, ensure the Internet connection is unable to start. 3. Do not use the G.O.M. (GIGABYTE Online Management) function when using @BIOS. 4. Update the BIOS without Using the Internet Update Function" below. 2. Load BIOS Defaults after BIOS Update: Select...
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... install the X.H.D utility later. The following procedure details the steps to expand its capacity. Unique Features 4-8 eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D) With GIGABYTE eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D) (Note 1), users can use X.H.D to easily add a hard drive into a RAID 0 array that's been created...and hardware components. 3. To automatically set up a RAID-ready system and configure it for complex and time-consuming configurations. To manually set eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D) under the Integrated Peripherals menu to Enabled to load the SATA controller driver first. Or you can...
... install the X.H.D utility later. The following procedure details the steps to expand its capacity. Unique Features 4-8 eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D) With GIGABYTE eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D) (Note 1), users can use X.H.D to easily add a hard drive into a RAID 0 array that's been created...and hardware components. 3. To automatically set up a RAID-ready system and configure it for complex and time-consuming configurations. To manually set eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D) under the Integrated Peripherals menu to Enabled to load the SATA controller driver first. Or you can...
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...from the master drive to a previous state. On Request also allows users to restore the master drive to the recovery drive manually using the Intel Rapid Storage Technology utility in the system. Appendix In the SELECT DISKS box, press on the hard drive ...Recovery Disks : Select Disks Strip Size : N/A Capacity : 0.0 GB Sync : Continuous Create Volume [ HELP ] Select a sync option: On Request: volume is updated manually Continuous: volume is updated automatically [hi]-Change [TAB]-Next [ESC]-Previous Menu Figure 11 [ENTER]-Select Step 5: Finally press on the Create Volume item to...
...from the master drive to a previous state. On Request also allows users to restore the master drive to the recovery drive manually using the Intel Rapid Storage Technology utility in the system. Appendix In the SELECT DISKS box, press on the hard drive ...Recovery Disks : Select Disks Strip Size : N/A Capacity : 0.0 GB Sync : Continuous Create Volume [ HELP ] Select a sync option: On Request: volume is updated manually Continuous: volume is updated automatically [hi]-Change [TAB]-Next [ESC]-Previous Menu Figure 11 [ENTER]-Select Step 5: Finally press on the Create Volume item to...