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Motherboard GA-Z170-HD3P Motherboard GA-Z170-HD3P Jul. 30, 2015 Jul. 30, 2015 Copyright © 2016 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. Changes to the specifications and features in this manual is protected by copyright laws and is 1.0. The trademarks mentioned in any means without prior notice. For example, "REV: 1.0" means the revision of the motherboard is the property of GIGABYTE. Example: Disclaimer Information in the...
Motherboard GA-Z170-HD3P Motherboard GA-Z170-HD3P Jul. 30, 2015 Jul. 30, 2015 Copyright © 2016 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. Changes to the specifications and features in this manual is protected by copyright laws and is 1.0. The trademarks mentioned in any means without prior notice. For example, "REV: 1.0" means the revision of the motherboard is the property of GIGABYTE. Example: Disclaimer Information in the...
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Table of Contents GA-Z170-HD3P Motherboard Layout 4 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 5 1-1 Installation Precautions 5 1-2 Product Specifications 6 1-3 Installing the CPU 9 1-4 Installing the Memory 9 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card 10 1-6 Back Panel Connectors 10 1-7 Internal Connectors 12 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 20 2-1 Startup Screen 20 2-2 M.I.T...21 2-3 System Information 27 2-4 BIOS Features 28 2-5 Peripherals...31 2-7 Chipset...33 2-8 Power Management 34 2-9 Save & Exit...36 Chapter 3 Appendix...37 3-1 Configuring a RAID Set 37 3-2 Drivers Installation 39 Regulatory ...
Table of Contents GA-Z170-HD3P Motherboard Layout 4 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 5 1-1 Installation Precautions 5 1-2 Product Specifications 6 1-3 Installing the CPU 9 1-4 Installing the Memory 9 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card 10 1-6 Back Panel Connectors 10 1-7 Internal Connectors 12 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 20 2-1 Startup Screen 20 2-2 M.I.T...21 2-3 System Information 27 2-4 BIOS Features 28 2-5 Peripherals...31 2-7 Chipset...33 2-8 Power Management 34 2-9 Save & Exit...36 Chapter 3 Appendix...37 3-1 Configuring a RAID Set 37 3-2 Drivers Installation 39 Regulatory ...
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...) * The PCIEX4 slot shares bandwidth with CPU Chipset Intel® Z170 Express Chipset Memory Onboard Graphics Audio 4 x DDR4 DIMM sockets supporting up to 64 GB of system memory * Due to a Windows 32-bit operating system limitation, when more than 4 GB of physical memory is installed, the actual memory size displayed will be less than the size of the physical memory installed. Dual channel memory architecture Support for DDR4 2133...
...) * The PCIEX4 slot shares bandwidth with CPU Chipset Intel® Z170 Express Chipset Memory Onboard Graphics Audio 4 x DDR4 DIMM sockets supporting up to 64 GB of system memory * Due to a Windows 32-bit operating system limitation, when more than 4 GB of physical memory is installed, the actual memory size displayed will be less than the size of the physical memory installed. Dual channel memory architecture Support for DDR4 2133...
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... Support\Utility List page on the cooler you install. BIOS 2 x 64 Mbit flash Use of each application may vary by motherboard model. Easy RAID - Smart Backup - EasyTune - Form Factor ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 19.9cm * G IGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to download the latest version of CPU, memory modules, SSDs, and M.2 devices. - 8 - Cloud Station - Supported functions of licensed AMI UEFI BIOS...
... Support\Utility List page on the cooler you install. BIOS 2 x 64 Mbit flash Use of each application may vary by motherboard model. Easy RAID - Smart Backup - EasyTune - Form Factor ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 19.9cm * G IGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to download the latest version of CPU, memory modules, SSDs, and M.2 devices. - 8 - Cloud Station - Supported functions of licensed AMI UEFI BIOS...
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... supports Dual Channel Technology. If you are unable to your hardware specifications including the CPU, graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc. If you wish to set beyond the standard specifications, please do so according to insert the memory, switch the direction. A memory module can be installed in accordance with the CPU specifications. Installing the CPU Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the CPU Do not remove the CPU socket cover before inserting the CPU. Enabling Dual Channel memory mode...
... supports Dual Channel Technology. If you are unable to your hardware specifications including the CPU, graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc. If you wish to set beyond the standard specifications, please do so according to insert the memory, switch the direction. A memory module can be installed in accordance with the CPU specifications. Installing the CPU Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the CPU Do not remove the CPU socket cover before inserting the CPU. Enabling Dual Channel memory mode...
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..., speed, and chips be enabled if only one memory module is compatible to install an expansion card: •• Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Dual Channel mode cannot be used and installed in Dual Channel mode. 1. PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse Port Use this port. D-Sub Port The D-Sub port supports a 15-pin D-Sub connector and supports a maximum resolution of 1920x1200@60 Hz (the actual resolutions supported depend on the monitor being used ). Connect a monitor that supports DVI-D connection to connect a PS/2 mouse or keyboard. Connect a monitor that...
..., speed, and chips be enabled if only one memory module is compatible to install an expansion card: •• Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Dual Channel mode cannot be used and installed in Dual Channel mode. 1. PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse Port Use this port. D-Sub Port The D-Sub port supports a 15-pin D-Sub connector and supports a maximum resolution of 1920x1200@60 Hz (the actual resolutions supported depend on the monitor being used ). Connect a monitor that supports DVI-D connection to connect a PS/2 mouse or keyboard. Connect a monitor that...
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...) F_USB30_1/F_USB30_2 (USB 3.0/2.0 Headers) 1 23 F_USB30 The headers conform 1 23 to work or even damage it. S B SS S 20 1 11 10 U Pin No. Incorrect connection between the module connector and the motherboard header will be sure to turn off your chassis front panel audio module to the USB front panel. Definition Pin No. For purchasing the optional 3.5" front panel that has separated connectors on each wire instead of the motherboard header. F_ U B SS...
...) F_USB30_1/F_USB30_2 (USB 3.0/2.0 Headers) 1 23 F_USB30 The headers conform 1 23 to work or even damage it. S B SS S 20 1 11 10 U Pin No. Incorrect connection between the module connector and the motherboard header will be sure to turn off your chassis front panel audio module to the USB front panel. Definition Pin No. For purchasing the optional 3.5" front panel that has separated connectors on each wire instead of the motherboard header. F_ U B SS...
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...-in card. B_ 1 S3 B SS S Pin No. S_ _ Open: Normal Short: Clear CMOS Values •• Always turn off your computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before clearing the CMOS values. •• 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 GIGABYTE Thunderbolt™ add-in card. To clear the CMOS values, use a metal...
...-in card. B_ 1 S3 B SS S Pin No. S_ _ Open: Normal Short: Clear CMOS Values •• Always turn off your computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before clearing the CMOS values. •• 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 GIGABYTE Thunderbolt™ add-in card. To clear the CMOS values, use a metal...
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... can 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 system. •• @BIOS is a Windows-based utility that searches and downloads the latest version of BIOS from the Internet and updates the BIOS. •• Because BIOS flashing is turned on the motherboard. If this occurs, try to clear the CMOS values and reset the board to default...
... can 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 system. •• @BIOS is a Windows-based utility that searches and downloads the latest version of BIOS from the Internet and updates the BIOS. •• Because BIOS flashing is turned on the motherboard. If this occurs, try to clear the CMOS values and reset the board to default...
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... CPU specifications. (Default: Auto) && Power Limit TDP (Watts) / Power Limit Time Allows you to enable the Intel CPU Turbo Boost technology. When the CPU current exceeds the specified current limit, the CPU will automatically reduce the core frequency in system halt state. For more enhanced power-saving state than C1. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) && Hyper-Threading Technology (Note) Allows you install a CPU that support multi-processor mode. This feature only works...
... CPU specifications. (Default: Auto) && Power Limit TDP (Watts) / Power Limit Time Allows you to enable the Intel CPU Turbo Boost technology. When the CPU current exceeds the specified current limit, the CPU will automatically reduce the core frequency in system halt state. For more enhanced power-saving state than C1. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) && Hyper-Threading Technology (Note) Allows you install a CPU that support multi-processor mode. This feature only works...
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... a memory module that supports this function. (Default) Profile1 Uses Profile 1 settings. Profile2 (Note 2) Uses Profile 2 settings. && System Memory Multiplier Allows you to determine whether to let the CPU enter C6/C7 mode in system halt state. For more enhanced power-saving state than C3. The C6/C7 state is the normal operating frequency of the memory being used; Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) && CPU Thermal Monitor (Note 1) Enables or disables...
... a memory module that supports this function. (Default) Profile1 Uses Profile 1 settings. Profile2 (Note 2) Uses Profile 2 settings. && System Memory Multiplier Allows you to determine whether to let the CPU enter C6/C7 mode in system halt state. For more enhanced power-saving state than C3. The C6/C7 state is the normal operating frequency of the memory being used; Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) && CPU Thermal Monitor (Note 1) Enables or disables...
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... load. If this occurs, please reset the board to default values by loading optimized defaults or clearing the CMOS values. `` Advanced Voltage Settings `` Advanced Power Settings && CPU Vcore Loadline Calibration Allows you to be configurable. && Memory Boot Mode (Note) Provides memory detection and training methods. Auto Lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default) Enable Fast Boot Skip memory detection and training in some specific criteria for faster memory boot. Disable Fast Boot Detect and train memory at every single boot. && Memory Enhancement Settings...
... load. If this occurs, please reset the board to default values by loading optimized defaults or clearing the CMOS values. `` Advanced Voltage Settings `` Advanced Power Settings && CPU Vcore Loadline Calibration Allows you to be configurable. && Memory Boot Mode (Note) Provides memory detection and training methods. Auto Lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default) Enable Fast Boot Skip memory detection and training in some specific criteria for faster memory boot. Disable Fast Boot Detect and train memory at every single boot. && Memory Enhancement Settings...
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... provides Chipset voltage control options. `` DRAM Voltage Control This section provides memory voltage control options. `` Internal VR Control This section provides VR voltage control options. `` PC Health Status && Reset Case Open Status 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. Check the fan condition or fan connection when this field will show "Yes", otherwise it will show "No" at different speeds according...
... provides Chipset voltage control options. `` DRAM Voltage Control This section provides memory voltage control options. `` Internal VR Control This section provides VR voltage control options. `` PC Health Status && Reset Case Open Status 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. Check the fan condition or fan connection when this field will show "Yes", otherwise it will show "No" at different speeds according...
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...-bit installation disk and is installed. && Bootup NumLock State Enables or disables Numlock feature on the numeric keypad of the same type that presents the devices of the keyboard after the POST. (Default: On) && Security Option Specifies whether a password is present only if at system startup. Press on the boot device list. After configuring this type is prefixed with "UEFI:" string. Ultra Fast provides the fastest bootup speed. (Default: Disabled) && SATA Support All Sata Devices All SATA devices...
...-bit installation disk and is installed. && Bootup NumLock State Enables or disables Numlock feature on the numeric keypad of the same type that presents the devices of the keyboard after the POST. (Default: On) && Security Option Specifies whether a password is present only if at system startup. Press on the boot device list. After configuring this type is prefixed with "UEFI:" string. Ultra Fast provides the fastest bootup speed. (Default: Disabled) && SATA Support All Sata Devices All SATA devices...
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...to Enabled. && Storage Boot Option Control Allows you to select whether to enable the legacy option ROM for the LAN controller. (Default: Disabled) This item is configurable only when CSM Support is set to Ultra Fast. && NetWork Stack Driver Support Disabled Disables booting from the network. (Default) Enabled Enables booting from the network. This item is configurable only when Windows 8/10 Features is set to Windows 8/10 or Windows 8/10 WHQL. && LAN PXE Boot Option ROM Allows you to select whether to enable the UEFI or legacy option ROM for the storage device controller...
...to Enabled. && Storage Boot Option Control Allows you to select whether to enable the legacy option ROM for the LAN controller. (Default: Disabled) This item is configurable only when CSM Support is set to Ultra Fast. && NetWork Stack Driver Support Disabled Disables booting from the network. (Default) Enabled Enables booting from the network. This item is configurable only when Windows 8/10 Features is set to Windows 8/10 or Windows 8/10 WHQL. && LAN PXE Boot Option ROM Allows you to select whether to enable the UEFI or legacy option ROM for the storage device controller...
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... && Intel Platform Trust Technology (PTT) Enables or disables Intel® PTT Technology. (Default: Disabled) && Initial Display Output Specifies the first initiation of connected USB mass storage devices. This item appears only when a USB storage device is installed. `` OffBoard SATA Controller Configuration Displays information on the PCIEX4 slot as the first display. && OnBoard LAN Controller Enables or disables the onboard LAN function. (Default: Enabled) If you wish to install a 3rd party add-in network card instead of using the onboard LAN, set to enable XHCI Hand-off feature...
... && Intel Platform Trust Technology (PTT) Enables or disables Intel® PTT Technology. (Default: Disabled) && Initial Display Output Specifies the first initiation of connected USB mass storage devices. This item appears only when a USB storage device is installed. `` OffBoard SATA Controller Configuration Displays information on the PCIEX4 slot as the first display. && OnBoard LAN Controller Enables or disables the onboard LAN function. (Default: Enabled) If you wish to install a 3rd party add-in network card instead of using the onboard LAN, set to enable XHCI Hand-off feature...
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... To clear TPM related settings, set this setting. (Default: Auto) `` Super IO Configuration && Serial Port 1 Enables or disables the onboard serial port. (Default: Enabled) && Parallel Port Enables or disables the onboard parallel port. (Default: Enabled) `` Intel(R) Bios Guard Technology Enables or disables the Intel® BIOS Guard feature, which protects the BIOS from malicious attacks. `` SATA Configuration && SATA Controller(s) Enables or disables the integrated SATA controllers. (Default: Enabled) && SATA Mode Selection Enables or disables RAID for the SATA controllers integrated...
... To clear TPM related settings, set this setting. (Default: Auto) `` Super IO Configuration && Serial Port 1 Enables or disables the onboard serial port. (Default: Enabled) && Parallel Port Enables or disables the onboard parallel port. (Default: Enabled) `` Intel(R) Bios Guard Technology Enables or disables the Intel® BIOS Guard feature, which protects the BIOS from malicious attacks. `` SATA Configuration && SATA Controller(s) Enables or disables the integrated SATA controllers. (Default: Enabled) && SATA Mode Selection Enables or disables RAID for the SATA controllers integrated...
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... configure the ASPM mode for 4 seconds to Chipset's PCI Express bus. This item is configurable only when Platform Power Management is at which the system will enter suspend mode. && Power Loading Enables or disables dummy load. When the power supply is set to Enabled. (Default: Enabled) && DMI Link ASPM Control Allows you to configure the ASPM mode for the device connected to shutdown or fail. If the power button is set the date and time as following: Wake up day: Turn...
... configure the ASPM mode for 4 seconds to Chipset's PCI Express bus. This item is configurable only when Platform Power Management is at which the system will enter suspend mode. && Power Loading Enables or disables dummy load. When the power supply is set to Enabled. (Default: Enabled) && DMI Link ASPM Control Allows you to configure the ASPM mode for the device connected to shutdown or fail. If the power button is set the date and time as following: Wake up day: Turn...
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... install your power supply to RAID. 2. Steps: 1. Installing SATA hard drive(s) in "C-1." To enter the legacy RAID ROM, save the settings and exit BIOS Setup. UEFI RAID Configuration Only Windows 10/8.1 64-bit supports UEFI RAID configuration. Configuring SATA controller mode in the M.2 connector(s) on your computer Connect the SATA signal cables to configure the SATA controller mode correctly in system BIOS Setup. The BIOS Setup menus described in this section may differ from your M.2 SSD(s) in BIOS Setup Make sure to SATA hard drives and the SATA ports on the motherboard you...
... install your power supply to RAID. 2. Steps: 1. Installing SATA hard drive(s) in "C-1." To enter the legacy RAID ROM, save the settings and exit BIOS Setup. UEFI RAID Configuration Only Windows 10/8.1 64-bit supports UEFI RAID configuration. Configuring SATA controller mode in the M.2 connector(s) on your computer Connect the SATA signal cables to configure the SATA controller mode correctly in system BIOS Setup. The BIOS Setup menus described in this section may differ from your M.2 SSD(s) in BIOS Setup Make sure to SATA hard drives and the SATA ports on the motherboard you...
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... Name item and press . After setting the capacity, move to install the operating system. After you to your USB thumb drive. 2. Then, select a RAID level. Next, use the down arrow key to move to Create Volume and press to the array. Configuring Legacy RAID ROM Enter the Intel® legacy RAID BIOS setup utility to ensure system performance and compatibility. RAID levels supported include RAID 0, RAID 1, Recovery, RAID 10, and RAID 5 (the selections available depend...
... Name item and press . After setting the capacity, move to install the operating system. After you to your USB thumb drive. 2. Then, select a RAID level. Next, use the down arrow key to move to Create Volume and press to the array. Configuring Legacy RAID ROM Enter the Intel® legacy RAID BIOS setup utility to ensure system performance and compatibility. RAID levels supported include RAID 0, RAID 1, Recovery, RAID 10, and RAID 5 (the selections available depend...