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... 7 and Windows Vista. • If you have and the BIOS version. - 1 - Enabling RAID mode in BIOS Setup: Turn on the motherboard you back up the hard disk before enabling the Smart Response Technology. 1. Then save changes and exit BIOS Setup. The actual BIOS Setup menu options...the operating system before configuring the Smart Response Technology, all original data on the hard disk will see shall depend on your motherboard. Installing the operating system and drivers to enable the Intel® Smart Response Technology: 1. Set PCH SATA Control Mode under the ...
... 7 and Windows Vista. • If you have and the BIOS version. - 1 - Enabling RAID mode in BIOS Setup: Turn on the motherboard you back up the hard disk before enabling the Smart Response Technology. 1. Then save changes and exit BIOS Setup. The actual BIOS Setup menu options...the operating system before configuring the Smart Response Technology, all original data on the hard disk will see shall depend on your motherboard. Installing the operating system and drivers to enable the Intel® Smart Response Technology: 1. Set PCH SATA Control Mode under the ...
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Make sure the Intel Rapid Storage Technology driver version is complete, use the "Xpress Install" function of the motherboard driver disk 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 ...
Make sure the Intel Rapid Storage Technology driver version is complete, use the "Xpress Install" function of the motherboard driver disk 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 ...
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...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. Disclaimer Information in any form..., carefully read the User's Manual. Documentation Classifications In order to their respective owners. Example: Check your motherboard looks like this product, GIGABYTE provides the following types of documentations: For quick set-up of this manual are legally registered to...
...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. Disclaimer Information in any form..., carefully read the User's Manual. Documentation Classifications In order to their respective owners. Example: Check your motherboard looks like this product, GIGABYTE provides the following types of documentations: For quick set-up of this manual are legally registered to...
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Table of Contents Box Contents...6 Optional Items...6 GA-Z68P-DS3 Motherboard Layout 7 GA-Z68P-DS3 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-Z68P-DS3 Motherboard Layout 7 GA-Z68P-DS3 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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Box Contents GA-Z68P-DS3 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. 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 and the actual items shall depend on the product package you obtain.
Box Contents GA-Z68P-DS3 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. 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 and the actual items shall depend on the product package you obtain.
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GA-Z68P-DS3 Motherboard Layout KB_MS_USB ATX_12V CPU_FAN COMA LPT LGA1155 OPTICAL HDMI R_USB GA-Z68P-DS3 USB_LAN SPDIF_O AUDIO SYS_FAN1 F_AUDIO Realtek RTL8111E PCIEX16 PCIEX1_1 mSATA CODEC PCIEX1_2 BAT PCIEX4 iTE IT8728 PCI1 PCI2 SYS_FAN2 Intel® Z68 PCIe to PCI Bridge TPM F_USB3 F_USB2 F_USB1 DDR3_4 DDR3_2 DDR3_3 DDR3_1 ATX M_BIOS B_BIOS SATA3_1 SATA3_0 SATA2_3 SATA2_2 SATA2_5 SATA2_4 PWR_FAN CLR_CMOS F_PANEL - 7 -
GA-Z68P-DS3 Motherboard Layout KB_MS_USB ATX_12V CPU_FAN COMA LPT LGA1155 OPTICAL HDMI R_USB GA-Z68P-DS3 USB_LAN SPDIF_O AUDIO SYS_FAN1 F_AUDIO Realtek RTL8111E PCIEX16 PCIEX1_1 mSATA CODEC PCIEX1_2 BAT PCIEX4 iTE IT8728 PCI1 PCI2 SYS_FAN2 Intel® Z68 PCIe to PCI Bridge TPM F_USB3 F_USB2 F_USB1 DDR3_4 DDR3_2 DDR3_3 DDR3_1 ATX M_BIOS B_BIOS SATA3_1 SATA3_0 SATA2_3 SATA2_2 SATA2_5 SATA2_4 PWR_FAN CLR_CMOS F_PANEL - 7 -
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GA-Z68P-DS3 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-Z68P-DS3 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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... in a high-temperature environment. •• Turning on the computer power during the installation process can become damaged as a motherboard, CPU or memory. Hardware Installation ponents such as a result of electrostatic discharge (ESD). These stickers are required for warranty validation...product, please verify that all cables and power connectors of your dealer. Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 1-1 Installation Precautions The motherboard contains numerous delicate electronic circuits and components which can lead to damage to system components as well as physical harm to ...
... in a high-temperature environment. •• Turning on the computer power during the installation process can become damaged as a motherboard, CPU or memory. Hardware Installation ponents such as a result of electrostatic discharge (ESD). These stickers are required for warranty validation...product, please verify that all cables and power connectors of your dealer. Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 1-1 Installation Precautions The motherboard contains numerous delicate electronic circuits and components which can lead to damage to system components as well as physical harm to ...
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...138; 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 Microsoft® Windows 7/Vista/XP Form Factor ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 21.5cm * GIGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to the integrated graphics port on the back panel. Operating System Support for Q-Share...
...138; 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 Microsoft® Windows 7/Vista/XP Form Factor ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 21.5cm * GIGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to the integrated graphics port on the back panel. Operating System Support for Q-Share...
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... inserted if oriented incorrectly. (Or you begin to install the CPU: •• Make sure that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. Hardware Installation Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the CPU - 13 - It is not installed, otherwise overheating and...
... inserted if oriented incorrectly. (Or you begin to install the CPU: •• Make sure that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. Hardware Installation Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the CPU - 13 - It is not installed, otherwise overheating and...
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... fingers. Align the CPU pin one marking (triangle) with your thumb to lift up the front edge (next to correctly install the CPU into the motherboard CPU socket. NOTE: Hold the CPU socket lever by the handle, not the lever base portion. When replacing the load plate, make sure to turn...
... fingers. Align the CPU pin one marking (triangle) with your thumb to lift up the front edge (next to correctly install the CPU into the motherboard CPU socket. NOTE: Hold the CPU socket lever by the handle, not the lever base portion. When replacing the load plate, make sure to turn...
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...diagonally. Hardware Installation Check that the Male and Female push pins are joined closely. (Refer to correctly install the CPU cooler on the motherboard. (The following procedure uses Intel® boxed cooler as the picture above shows, the installation is to the CPU fan header (CPU_FAN)... steps below to your CPU cooler installation manual for instructions on installing the cooler.) Step 5: After the installation, check the back of the motherboard. Step 6: Finally, attach the power connector of the CPU cooler to install.) Step 3: Place the cooler atop the CPU, aligning the ...
...diagonally. Hardware Installation Check that the Male and Female push pins are joined closely. (Refer to correctly install the CPU cooler on the motherboard. (The following procedure uses Intel® boxed cooler as the picture above shows, the installation is to the CPU fan header (CPU_FAN)... steps below to your CPU cooler installation manual for instructions on installing the cooler.) Step 5: After the installation, check the back of the motherboard. Step 6: Finally, attach the power connector of the CPU cooler to install.) Step 3: Place the cooler atop the CPU, aligning the ...
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..."- -"=No Memory) DDR3_4 DDR3_2 DDR3_3 DDR3_1 Due to insert the memory, switch the direction. 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides four DDR3 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. When enabling Dual Channel mode with two memory modules, we recommend that ...enabling Dual Channel mode with two or four memory modules, it is recommended that the motherboard supports the memory. Hardware Installation - 16 - A memory module can be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory modules.) •• Always turn...
..."- -"=No Memory) DDR3_4 DDR3_2 DDR3_3 DDR3_1 Due to insert the memory, switch the direction. 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides four DDR3 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. When enabling Dual Channel mode with two memory modules, we recommend that ...enabling Dual Channel mode with two or four memory modules, it is recommended that the motherboard supports the memory. Hardware Installation - 16 - A memory module can be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory modules.) •• Always turn...
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..., make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to install DDR3 DIMMs on this motherboard. DDR3 and DDR2 DIMMs are not compatible to each other or DDR DIMMs. Be sure to the memory module.
..., make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to install DDR3 DIMMs on this motherboard. DDR3 and DDR2 DIMMs are not compatible to each other or DDR DIMMs. Be sure to the memory module.
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... the 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. Hardware Installation - 18 - Make sure the card is securely seated in the slot. 333 Make sure the metal contacts on the...
... the 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. Hardware Installation - 18 - Make sure the card is securely seated in the slot. 333 Make sure the metal contacts on the...
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... Audio." •• When removing the cable connected to a back panel connector, first remove the cable from your device and then remove it from the motherboard. •• When removing the cable, pull it side to side to this jack. Connection/ Speed LED Activity LED LAN Port Connection/Speed LED: State...
... Audio." •• When removing the cable connected to a back panel connector, first remove the cable from your device and then remove it from the motherboard. •• When removing the cable, pull it side to side to this jack. Connection/ Speed LED Activity LED LAN Port Connection/Speed LED: State...
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... 7) SATA3_0/1 8) SATA2_2/3/4/5 9) F_PANEL 10) F_AUDIO 11) SPDIF_O 12) F_USB1/F_USB2/F_USB3 13) CLR_CMOS 14) BAT 15) TPM Read the following guidelines before turning on the motherboard. - 21 - Hardware Installation Unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the devices. •• After installing the device and before...
... 7) SATA3_0/1 8) SATA2_2/3/4/5 9) F_PANEL 10) F_AUDIO 11) SPDIF_O 12) F_USB1/F_USB2/F_USB3 13) CLR_CMOS 14) BAT 15) TPM Read the following guidelines before turning on the motherboard. - 21 - Hardware Installation Unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the devices. •• After installing the device and before...
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... mainly supplies power to the power connector in the correct orientation. If the 12V power connector is turned off and all the components on the motherboard. Connect the power supply cable to the CPU. To meet expansion requirements, it is used that can lead to all devices are properly installed. 1/2) ATX_12V...
... mainly supplies power to the power connector in the correct orientation. If the 12V power connector is turned off and all the components on the motherboard. Connect the power supply cable to the CPU. To meet expansion requirements, it is used that can lead to all devices are properly installed. 1/2) ATX_12V...
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F_AUDIO(H) 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). When connecting a fan cable,... configuration jumper blocks. Overheating may result in the correct orientation (the black connector wire is recommended that a system fan be installed inside the chassis. The motherboard supports CPU fan speed control, which requires the use of a CPU fan with a solid-state drive, the SATA2_5 connector will become unavailable. 1 M_SATA ...
F_AUDIO(H) 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). When connecting a fan cable,... configuration jumper blocks. Overheating may result in the correct orientation (the black connector wire is recommended that a system fan be installed inside the chassis. The motherboard supports CPU fan speed control, which requires the use of a CPU fan with a solid-state drive, the SATA2_5 connector will become unavailable. 1 M_SATA ...