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...options you will be lost once you use an SSD larger than 64 GB, the space beyond 64 GB can still be installed to enter BIOS Setup during the POST (Power-On Self-Test). Launching the Intel Rapid Storage Technology utility to enable the Intel Smart Response Technology •...Move Enter: Select F5: Previous Values +/-/PU/PD: Value F10: Save F6: Fail-Safe Defaults ESC: Exit F1: General Help F7: Optimized Defaults The BIOS Setup menus described here may differ from the exact settings for storing your motherboard. It is 64 GB. Installing a conventional SATA hard disk and a solid...
...options you will be lost once you use an SSD larger than 64 GB, the space beyond 64 GB can still be installed to enter BIOS Setup during the POST (Power-On Self-Test). Launching the Intel Rapid Storage Technology utility to enable the Intel Smart Response Technology •...Move Enter: Select F5: Previous Values +/-/PU/PD: Value F10: Save F6: Fail-Safe Defaults ESC: Exit F1: General Help F7: Optimized Defaults The BIOS Setup menus described here may differ from the exact settings for storing your motherboard. It is 64 GB. Installing a conventional SATA hard disk and a solid...
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... to install all motherboard drivers, including the Intel Rapid Storage Technology driver. Installing the operating system and drivers to the SATA disk: After setting the BIOS, you can begin to open the Intel Rapid Storage Technology utility. - 2 - After the installation is 10.5 or above and restarting your system, find the...
... to install all motherboard drivers, including the Intel Rapid Storage Technology driver. Installing the operating system and drivers to the SATA disk: After setting the BIOS, you can begin to open the Intel Rapid Storage Technology utility. - 2 - After the installation is 10.5 or above and restarting your system, find the...
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... information, carefully read the User's 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. Changes to the specifications and features in this manual may be...
... information, carefully read the User's 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. Changes to the specifications and features in this manual may be...
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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 ... an Expansion Card 18 1-6 Back Panel Connectors 19 1-7 Internal Connectors 21 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 29 2-1 Startup Screen 30 2-2 The Main Menu 31 2-3 MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T 33 2-4 Standard CMOS Features 41 2-5 Advanced BIOS Features 43 2-6 Integrated Peripherals 45 2-7 Power Management Setup 48 2-8 PC Health Status ...
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 ... an Expansion Card 18 1-6 Back Panel Connectors 19 1-7 Internal Connectors 21 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 29 2-1 Startup Screen 30 2-2 The Main Menu 31 2-3 MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T 33 2-4 Standard CMOS Features 41 2-5 Advanced BIOS Features 43 2-6 Integrated Peripherals 45 2-7 Power Management Setup 48 2-8 PC Health Status ...
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... 56 3-4 Contact...57 3-5 System...57 3-6 Download Center 58 3-7 New Utilities...58 Chapter 4 Unique Features 59 4-1 Xpress Recovery2 59 4-2 BIOS Update Utilities 62 4-2-1 Updating the BIOS with the Q-Flash Utility 62 4-2-2 Updating the BIOS with the @BIOS Utility 65 4-3 EasyTune 6...66 4-4 Q-Share...67 4-5 Smart 6™ ...68 4-6 Auto Green...72 4-7 eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D 73 4-8 Cloud OC...
... 56 3-4 Contact...57 3-5 System...57 3-6 Download Center 58 3-7 New Utilities...58 Chapter 4 Unique Features 59 4-1 Xpress Recovery2 59 4-2 BIOS Update Utilities 62 4-2-1 Updating the BIOS with the Q-Flash Utility 62 4-2-2 Updating the BIOS with the @BIOS Utility 65 4-3 EasyTune 6...66 4-4 Q-Share...67 4-5 Smart 6™ ...68 4-6 Auto Green...72 4-7 eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D 73 4-8 Cloud OC...
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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 DMI Interface PCI Express Bus x16 1 PCI Express x4 3 PCI Express x1 or 2 USB 3.0/2.0 Dual BIOS x4 x1 Switch PCI Express Bus Etron EJ168 x1 x1...
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 DMI Interface PCI Express Bus x16 1 PCI Express x4 3 PCI Express x1 or 2 USB 3.0/2.0 Dual BIOS x4 x1 Switch PCI Express Bus Etron EJ168 x1 x1...
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Hardware Installation USB Internal Connectors Back Panel Connectors I/O Controller Hardware Monitor BIOS Chipset: - Up to 10 USB 2.0/1.1 ports (4 on the back panel, 6 via the USB brackets connected to the internal USB headers) Etron ... speed control function is supported will depend on the CPU/system cooler you install. 2 x 32 Mbit flash Use of licensed AWARD BIOS Support for DualBIOS™ PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.0, SM...
Hardware Installation USB Internal Connectors Back Panel Connectors I/O Controller Hardware Monitor BIOS Chipset: - Up to 10 USB 2.0/1.1 ports (4 on the back panel, 6 via the USB brackets connected to the internal USB headers) Etron ... speed control function is supported will depend on the CPU/system cooler you install. 2 x 32 Mbit flash Use of licensed AWARD BIOS Support for DualBIOS™ PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.0, SM...
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Hardware Installation - 12 - Unique Features 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 * Available ...
Hardware Installation - 12 - Unique Features 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 * Available ...
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...Dual Channel memory mode will automatically detect the specifications and capacity of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. If you are divided into two channels and each channel has two memory sockets as following: Channel A: DDR3_2, DDR3_4 ... Dual Channel mode. 1. For optimum performance, when enabling Dual Channel mode with two or four memory modules, it is installed, the BIOS will double the original memory bandwidth. When enabling Dual Channel mode with two memory modules, we recommend that memory of the memory. It...
...Dual Channel memory mode will automatically detect the specifications and capacity of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. If you are divided into two channels and each channel has two memory sockets as following: Channel A: DDR3_2, DDR3_4 ... Dual Channel mode. 1. For optimum performance, when enabling Dual Channel mode with two or four memory modules, it is installed, the BIOS will double the original memory bandwidth. When enabling Dual Channel mode with two memory modules, we recommend that memory of the memory. It...
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...card's metal bracket to release the card and then pull the card straight up from the power outlet before you begin to make any required BIOS changes for your expansion card(s). 777 Install the driver provided with the expansion card in the slot and does not rock. • Removing...operating system. 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card Read the following guidelines before installing an expansion card to prevent hardware damage. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to install an expansion card: •• Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Hardware Installation - 18 -
...card's metal bracket to release the card and then pull the card straight up from the power outlet before you begin to make any required BIOS changes for your expansion card(s). 777 Install the driver provided with the expansion card in the slot and does not rock. • Removing...operating system. 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card Read the following guidelines before installing an expansion card to prevent hardware damage. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to install an expansion card: •• Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Hardware Installation - 18 -
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... unplug the power cord. 222 Gently remove the battery from overheating. Replace the battery when the battery voltage drops to keep the values (such as BIOS configurations, date, and time information) in the power cord and restart your computer. •• Always turn off your CPU and system from the battery...
... unplug the power cord. 222 Gently remove the battery from overheating. Replace the battery when the battery voltage drops to keep the values (such as BIOS configurations, date, and time information) in the power cord and restart your computer. •• Always turn off your CPU and system from the battery...
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... the problem. This function requires a chassis with a chassis intrusion switch/sensor. S1 Blinking tem is detected, the BIOS may differ by issuing a beep code. 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...
... the problem. This function requires a chassis with a chassis intrusion switch/sensor. S1 Blinking tem is detected, the BIOS may differ by issuing a beep code. 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...
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...the CMOS values (e.g. Hardware Installation Failure to do so may cause damage to the motherboard. •• After system restart, go to BIOS Setup to USB 2.0/1.1 specification. 12) F_USB1/F_USB2/F_USB3 (USB 2.0/1.1 Headers) The headers conform to load factory defaults (select Load Optimized ...values to turn off your computer and unplug the power cord from the jumper. faults) or manually configure the BIOS settings (refer to touch the two pins for BIOS configurations). - 27 - For purchasing the optional USB bracket, please contact the local dealer. Open: Normal ...
...the CMOS values (e.g. Hardware Installation Failure to do so may cause damage to the motherboard. •• After system restart, go to BIOS Setup to USB 2.0/1.1 specification. 12) F_USB1/F_USB2/F_USB3 (USB 2.0/1.1 Headers) The headers conform to load factory defaults (select Load Optimized ...values to turn off your computer and unplug the power cord from the jumper. faults) or manually configure the BIOS settings (refer to touch the two pins for BIOS configurations). - 27 - For purchasing the optional USB bracket, please contact the local dealer. Open: Normal ...
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To access the BIOS Setup program, press the key during the POST when the power is a Windows-based utility that you not alter the default settings (unless you not flash the BIOS. 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 system. •• @BIOS is turned on using the current version of BIOS, it with caution....
To access the BIOS Setup program, press the key during the POST when the power is a Windows-based utility that you not alter the default settings (unless you not flash the BIOS. 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 system. •• @BIOS is turned on using the current version of BIOS, it with caution....
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...the device configured in Boot Menu is effective for subsequent access to access the Q-Flash utility directly without entering BIOS Setup. Motherboard Model BIOS Version Z68A-D3-B3 E2 . . . . : BIOS Setup : XpressRecovery2 : Boot Menu : Qflash 02/11/2011-Z68-7A89UG0KC-00 Function Keys Function Keys Function ...boot device setting as needed. : Q-FLASH Press the key to Xpress Recovery2 during the POST. BIOS Setup - 30 - Note: The setting in Boot Menu. The POST Screen Award Modular BIOS v6.00PG Copyright (C) 1984-2011, Award Software, Inc. For more information, refer to Chapter...
...the device configured in Boot Menu is effective for subsequent access to access the Q-Flash utility directly without entering BIOS Setup. Motherboard Model BIOS Version Z68A-D3-B3 E2 . . . . : BIOS Setup : XpressRecovery2 : Boot Menu : Qflash 02/11/2011-Z68-7A89UG0KC-00 Function Keys Function Keys Function ...boot device setting as needed. : Q-FLASH Press the key to Xpress Recovery2 during the POST. BIOS Setup - 30 - Note: The setting in Boot Menu. The POST Screen Award Modular BIOS v6.00PG Copyright (C) 1984-2011, Award Software, Inc. For more information, refer to Chapter...
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... Without Saving ESC: Quit F8: Q-Flash Select Item F10: Save & Exit Setup Change CPU's Clock & Voltage F11: Save CMOS to BIOS F12: Load CMOS from BIOS BIOS Setup Program Function Keys Move the selection bar to select an item Execute command or enter the submenu Main Menu: Exit the... settings for the current submenus Access the Q-Flash utility Display system information Save all the changes and exit the BIOS Setup program Save CMOS to BIOS Load CMOS from BIOS Main Menu Help The on-screen description of a highlighted setup option is displayed on the right side of the...
... Without Saving ESC: Quit F8: Q-Flash Select Item F10: Save & Exit Setup Change CPU's Clock & Voltage F11: Save CMOS to BIOS F12: Load CMOS from BIOS BIOS Setup Program Function Keys Move the selection bar to select an item Execute command or enter the submenu Main Menu: Exit the... settings for the current submenus Access the Q-Flash utility Display system information Save all the changes and exit the BIOS Setup program Save CMOS to BIOS Load CMOS from BIOS Main Menu Help The on-screen description of a highlighted setup option is displayed on the right side of the...
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..., set , or disable password. A supervisor password allows you can use the SPACE key) and then press to complete. F12: Load CMOS from BIOS If your CPU, memory, etc. Standard CMOS Features Use this menu to configure the system time and date, hard drive types, and the type... of errors that stop the system boot, etc. Advanced BIOS Features Use this menu to configure the device boot order, advanced features available on the CPU, and the primary display adapter. Integrated Peripherals ...
..., set , or disable password. A supervisor password allows you can use the SPACE key) and then press to complete. F12: Load CMOS from BIOS If your CPU, memory, etc. Standard CMOS Features Use this menu to configure the system time and date, hard drive types, and the type... of errors that stop the system boot, etc. Advanced BIOS Features Use this menu to configure the device boot order, advanced features available on the CPU, and the primary display adapter. Integrated Peripherals ...
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... } Miscellaneous 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 CPU Temperature E2 99.80 MHz 3094.12 MHz 1332.71 MHz 1024 MB 45oC ... } Miscellaneous 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 CPU Temperature E2 99.80 MHz 3094.12 MHz 1332.71 MHz 1024 MB 45oC ...
... } Miscellaneous 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 CPU Temperature E2 99.80 MHz 3094.12 MHz 1332.71 MHz 1024 MB 45oC ... } Miscellaneous 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 CPU Temperature E2 99.80 MHz 3094.12 MHz 1332.71 MHz 1024 MB 45oC ...
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... present only if you to alter the clock ratio for the installed CPU. For more information about Intel CPUs' unique features, please visit Intel's website. BIOS Setup - 34 - M.I.T.
... present only if you to alter the clock ratio for the installed CPU. For more information about Intel CPUs' unique features, please visit Intel's website. BIOS Setup - 34 - M.I.T.
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... Intel CPU Turbo Boost technology. All Enables all CPU cores. CPU Frequency Displays the current operating CPU frequency. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) Turbo Ratio (1-Core)/(2-Core)/(3-Core)/(4-Core) (Note) Allows you to reduce the ...be reduced during system halt state to operate at a higher value. Disabled allows CPU PLL voltage to decrease power consumption. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) (Note) This item is a more information about Intel CPUs' unique features, please visit ...
... Intel CPU Turbo Boost technology. All Enables all CPU cores. CPU Frequency Displays the current operating CPU frequency. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) Turbo Ratio (1-Core)/(2-Core)/(3-Core)/(4-Core) (Note) Allows you to reduce the ...be reduced during system halt state to operate at a higher value. Disabled allows CPU PLL voltage to decrease power consumption. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) (Note) This item is a more information about Intel CPUs' unique features, please visit ...