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... utility to enable the Intel Smart Response Technology • The Intel Smart Response Technology requires a computer system with an Intel Z68 Chipset-based motherboard and an Intel Core series CPU. • The operating system must be installed to enter BIOS Setup during the POST (Power-On Self-Test...cache memory size is recommended that you back up the hard disk before configuring the Smart Response Technology, all original data on the motherboard you have and the BIOS version. - 1 - Installing the operating system and drivers to RAID(XHD). English Follow the steps below to ...
... utility to enable the Intel Smart Response Technology • The Intel Smart Response Technology requires a computer system with an Intel Z68 Chipset-based motherboard and an Intel Core series CPU. • The operating system must be installed to enter BIOS Setup during the POST (Power-On Self-Test...cache memory size is recommended that you back up the hard disk before configuring the Smart Response Technology, all original data on the motherboard you have and the BIOS version. - 1 - Installing the operating system and drivers to RAID(XHD). English Follow the steps below to ...
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..., including the Intel Rapid Storage Technology driver. Make sure the Intel Rapid Storage Technology driver version is complete, use the "Xpress Install" function of the motherboard driver disk to enable the Intel Smart Response Technology: Step 1: After completing the steps above . 4. Installing the operating system and drivers to the SATA disk...
..., including the Intel Rapid Storage Technology driver. Make sure the Intel Rapid Storage Technology driver version is complete, use the "Xpress Install" function of the motherboard driver disk to enable the Intel Smart Response Technology: Step 1: After completing the steps above . 4. Installing the operating system and drivers to the SATA disk...
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...or published in the use of this product, GIGABYTE provides the following types of documentations: For quick set-up of GIGABYTE. Changes to their respective owners. For example, "REV: 1.0" means the revision of the motherboard is the property of the product, read ... laws and is 1.0. 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. Copyright © 2011 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY...
...or published in the use of this product, GIGABYTE provides the following types of documentations: For quick set-up of GIGABYTE. Changes to their respective owners. For example, "REV: 1.0" means the revision of the motherboard is the property of the product, read ... laws and is 1.0. 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. Copyright © 2011 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY...
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Table of Contents Box Contents...6 Optional Items...6 GA-Z68A-D3-B3 Motherboard Layout 7 GA-Z68A-D3-B3 Motherboard 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 13 1-3-1 Installing the CPU 13 1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler ...
Table of Contents Box Contents...6 Optional Items...6 GA-Z68A-D3-B3 Motherboard Layout 7 GA-Z68A-D3-B3 Motherboard 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 13 1-3-1 Installing the CPU 13 1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler ...
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The box contents are for reference only. Box Contents GA-Z68A-D3-B3 motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual Quick Installation Guide Four SATA cables I/O Shield •• The box contents above are subject to change without notice. •• The motherboard image is for reference only and the actual items shall depend on the product package you obtain. Optional Items 2-port USB 2.0 bracket (Part No. 12CR1-1UB030-5*R) 2-port SATA power cable (Part No. 12CF1-2SERPW-0*R) - 6 -
The box contents are for reference only. Box Contents GA-Z68A-D3-B3 motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual Quick Installation Guide Four SATA cables I/O Shield •• The box contents above are subject to change without notice. •• The motherboard image is for reference only and the actual items shall depend on the product package you obtain. Optional Items 2-port USB 2.0 bracket (Part No. 12CR1-1UB030-5*R) 2-port SATA power cable (Part No. 12CF1-2SERPW-0*R) - 6 -
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GA-Z68A-D3-B3 Motherboard Layout KB_MS_USB ATX_12V CPU_FAN COMA LPT OPTICAL LGA1155 R_USB30/20 ATX USB_LAN AUDIO Etron EJ168 SYS_FAN1 SPDIF_O BAT F_AUDIO PCIEX1_1 Realtek RTL8111E PCIEX16 GA-Z68A-D3-B3 PCIEX1_2 CODEC PCIEX1_3 Intel® Z68 iTE IT8728 PCIEX4 PCI1 PCI2 SYS_FAN2 PCIe to PCI Bridge DDR3_4 DDR3_2 DDR3_3 DDR3_1 PWR_FAN M_BIOS B_BIOS SATA3_0 SATA3_1 SATA2_2 SATA2_3 SATA2_4 SATA2_5 F_PANEL CLR_CMOS TPM F_USB3 F_USB2 F_USB1 - 7 -
GA-Z68A-D3-B3 Motherboard Layout KB_MS_USB ATX_12V CPU_FAN COMA LPT OPTICAL LGA1155 R_USB30/20 ATX USB_LAN AUDIO Etron EJ168 SYS_FAN1 SPDIF_O BAT F_AUDIO PCIEX1_1 Realtek RTL8111E PCIEX16 GA-Z68A-D3-B3 PCIEX1_2 CODEC PCIEX1_3 Intel® Z68 iTE IT8728 PCIEX4 PCI1 PCI2 SYS_FAN2 PCIe to PCI Bridge DDR3_4 DDR3_2 DDR3_3 DDR3_1 PWR_FAN M_BIOS B_BIOS SATA3_0 SATA3_1 SATA2_2 SATA2_3 SATA2_4 SATA2_5 F_PANEL CLR_CMOS TPM F_USB3 F_USB2 F_USB1 - 7 -
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GA-Z68A-D3-B3 Motherboard Block Diagram 1 PCI Express x16 PCIe CLK (100 MHz) LGA1155 CPU CPU CLK+/- (100 MHz) DDR3 2133/1866/1600/1333/1066 MHz Dual Channel Memory ...
GA-Z68A-D3-B3 Motherboard Block Diagram 1 PCI Express x16 PCIe CLK (100 MHz) LGA1155 CPU CPU CLK+/- (100 MHz) DDR3 2133/1866/1600/1333/1066 MHz Dual Channel Memory ...
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... dry and first touch a metal object to eliminate static electricity. •• Prior to installing the motherboard, please have a problem related to come in contact with the motherboard circuit or its components. •• Make sure there are no leftover screws or metal components placed ... high-temperature environment. •• Turning on the power, make sure they are connected tightly and securely. •• When handling the motherboard, avoid touching any metal leads or connectors. •• It is best to installation, do not have an ESD wrist strap, keep your...
... dry and first touch a metal object to eliminate static electricity. •• Prior to installing the motherboard, please have a problem related to come in contact with the motherboard circuit or its components. •• Make sure there are no leftover screws or metal components placed ... high-temperature environment. •• Turning on the power, make sure they are connected tightly and securely. •• When handling the motherboard, avoid touching any metal leads or connectors. •• It is best to installation, do not have an ESD wrist strap, keep your...
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... Center Support for Xpress Install Support for Xpress Recovery2 Support for EasyTune * Available functions in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model. Support for Smart 6™ Support for Auto Green Support for eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D) Support for ON...
... Center Support for Xpress Install Support for Xpress Recovery2 Support for EasyTune * Available functions in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model. Support for Smart 6™ Support for Auto Green Support for eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D) Support for ON...
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...Corner of the CPU. •• Do not turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before you begin to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. If you may occur. •• Set the CPU host frequency in accordance with the CPU specifications. Locate the ...alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the computer if the CPU cooler is not recommended that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to install the CPU: •• Make sure that the system...
...Corner of the CPU. •• Do not turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before you begin to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. If you may occur. •• Set the CPU host frequency in accordance with the CPU specifications. Locate the ...alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the computer if the CPU cooler is not recommended that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to install the CPU: •• Make sure that the system...
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... CPU is not installed.) Step 3: Hold the CPU with your thumb to lift up the front edge (next to correctly install the CPU into the motherboard CPU socket. B. Hardware Installation - 14 - Follow the steps below to the "REMOVE" mark) and then remove the cover. (DO NOT touch socket contacts...
... CPU is not installed.) Step 3: Hold the CPU with your thumb to lift up the front edge (next to correctly install the CPU into the motherboard CPU socket. B. Hardware Installation - 14 - Follow the steps below to the "REMOVE" mark) and then remove the cover. (DO NOT touch socket contacts...
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Check that the Male and Female push pins are joined closely. (Refer to your CPU cooler installation manual for instructions on the motherboard. Push down each push pin. Step 6: Finally, attach the power connector of the CPU cooler to the CPU fan header (CPU_FAN) on installing ...the cooler.) Step 5: After the installation, check the back of the motherboard. Hardware Installation Inadequately removing the CPU cooler may adhere to the CPU. Step 4: You should hear a "click" when pushing down on the push ...
Check that the Male and Female push pins are joined closely. (Refer to your CPU cooler installation manual for instructions on the motherboard. Push down each push pin. Step 6: Finally, attach the power connector of the CPU cooler to the CPU fan header (CPU_FAN) on installing ...the cooler.) Step 5: After the installation, check the back of the motherboard. Hardware Installation Inadequately removing the CPU cooler may adhere to the CPU. Step 4: You should hear a "click" when pushing down on the push ...
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... install the memory: •• Make sure that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. When enabling Dual Channel mode with two memory modules, we recommend that memory of the memory. Hardware Installation - 16...Table Two Modules Four Modules DDR3_4 - Dual Channel mode cannot be installed in only one DDR3 memory module is recommended that the motherboard supports the memory. Enabling Dual Channel memory mode will automatically detect the specifications and capacity of the same capacity, brand, speed...
... install the memory: •• Make sure that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. When enabling Dual Channel mode with two memory modules, we recommend that memory of the memory. Hardware Installation - 16...Table Two Modules Four Modules DDR3_4 - Dual Channel mode cannot be installed in only one DDR3 memory module is recommended that the motherboard supports the memory. Enabling Dual Channel memory mode will automatically detect the specifications and capacity of the same capacity, brand, speed...
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Hardware Installation Follow the steps below to install DDR3 DIMMs on this motherboard. Step 2: The clips at both ends of the memory socket. Notch DDR3 DIMM A DDR3 memory module has a notch, so it vertically into place when the ...
Hardware Installation Follow the steps below to install DDR3 DIMMs on this motherboard. Step 2: The clips at both ends of the memory socket. Notch DDR3 DIMM A DDR3 memory module has a notch, so it vertically into place when the ...
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... card and then pull the card straight up from the power outlet before you begin to install an expansion card: •• Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Make sure the card is fully inserted into the slot. 444 Secure the card's metal bracket to the chassis back panel...
... card and then pull the card straight up from the power outlet before you begin to install an expansion card: •• Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Make sure the card is fully inserted into the slot. 444 Secure the card's metal bracket to the chassis back panel...
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... keyboard. Optical S/PDIF Out Connector This connector provides digital audio out to an external audio system that your device and then remove it from the motherboard. •• When removing the cable, pull it side to side to 1 Gbps data rate. Before using this port for USB devices such as a USB...
... keyboard. Optical S/PDIF Out Connector This connector provides digital audio out to an external audio system that your device and then remove it from the motherboard. •• When removing the cable, pull it side to side to 1 Gbps data rate. Before using this port for USB devices such as a USB...
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... sure your devices are compliant with the connectors you wish to connect. •• Before installing the devices, be sure to the connector on the motherboard. - 21 -
... sure your devices are compliant with the connectors you wish to connect. •• Before installing the devices, be sure to the connector on the motherboard. - 21 -
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If the 12V power connector is turned off and all the components on the motherboard. 1/2) ATX_12V/ATX (2x2 12V Power Connector and 2x12 Main Power Connector) With the use of the power connector, the power supply can lead to the ...
If the 12V power connector is turned off and all the components on the motherboard. 1/2) ATX_12V/ATX (2x2 12V Power Connector and 2x12 Main Power Connector) With the use of the power connector, the power supply can lead to the ...
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The motherboard supports CPU fan speed control, which requires the use a metal object like a screwdriver to keep the values (such as BIOS configurations, date, and time information) .... For optimum heat dissipation, it in damage to replace the battery by removing the battery: 111 Turn off . 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). Definition 1 GND 1 2 +12V /Speed...
The motherboard supports CPU fan speed control, which requires the use a metal object like a screwdriver to keep the values (such as BIOS configurations, date, and time information) .... For optimum heat dissipation, it in damage to replace the battery by removing the battery: 111 Turn off . 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). Definition 1 GND 1 2 +12V /Speed...
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... 9 LINE2_L 9 Line Out (L) 10 GND 10 NC •• The front panel audio header supports HD audio by expansion cards) for your motherboard to work or even damage it. For information about connecting the front panel audio module that has separated connectors on how to Chapter 5, "Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1-... connect your chassis provides an AC'97 front panel audio module, refer to the instructions on each wire instead of the motherboard header. For information about connecting the S/PDIF digital audio cable, carefully read the manual for digital audio output from your...
... 9 LINE2_L 9 Line Out (L) 10 GND 10 NC •• The front panel audio header supports HD audio by expansion cards) for your motherboard to work or even damage it. For information about connecting the front panel audio module that has separated connectors on how to Chapter 5, "Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1-... connect your chassis provides an AC'97 front panel audio module, refer to the instructions on each wire instead of the motherboard header. For information about connecting the S/PDIF digital audio cable, carefully read the manual for digital audio output from your...