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...information. Example: The trademarks mentioned in the use of this manual may be made by any form or by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. No part of GIGABYTE. Check your motherboard looks like this manual are legally registered to their respective owners. For example, ... the specifications and features in any means without prior notice. Disclaimer Information in this manual may be reproduced, copied, translated, transmitted, or published in this product, GIGABYTE provides the following types of documentations: For quick set-up of the ...
...information. Example: The trademarks mentioned in the use of this manual may be made by any form or by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. No part of GIGABYTE. Check your motherboard looks like this manual are legally registered to their respective owners. For example, ... the specifications and features in any means without prior notice. Disclaimer Information in this manual may be reproduced, copied, translated, transmitted, or published in this product, GIGABYTE provides the following types of documentations: For quick set-up of the ...
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Chapter 3 Drivers Installation 63 3-1 Installing Chipset Drivers 63 3-2 Application Software 64 3-3 Technical Manuals 64 3-4 Contact...65 3-5 System...65 3-6 Download Center 66 3-7 New Utilities...66 Chapter 4 Unique Features 67 4-1 Xpress Recovery2 67 4-2 BIOS Update Utilities 70 4-2-1 Updating the BIOS ...
Chapter 3 Drivers Installation 63 3-1 Installing Chipset Drivers 63 3-2 Application Software 64 3-3 Technical Manuals 64 3-4 Contact...65 3-5 System...65 3-6 Download Center 66 3-7 New Utilities...66 Chapter 4 Unique Features 67 4-1 Xpress Recovery2 67 4-2 BIOS Update Utilities 70 4-2-1 Updating the BIOS ...
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... (Part No. 12CR1-1UB030-5*R) 2-port IEEE 1394a bracket (Part No. 12CF1-1IE008-0*R) 2-port SATA power cable (Part No. 12CF1-2SERPW-0*R) - 6 - Box Contents GA-Z68X-UD7-B3 motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual Quick Installation Guide Four SATA cables I/O Shield One SATA bracket 3.5" Front Panel with 2 USB 3.0/2.0 ports 2-Way SLI bridge connector 3-Way SLI bridge connector...
... (Part No. 12CR1-1UB030-5*R) 2-port IEEE 1394a bracket (Part No. 12CF1-1IE008-0*R) 2-port SATA power cable (Part No. 12CF1-2SERPW-0*R) - 6 - Box Contents GA-Z68X-UD7-B3 motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual Quick Installation Guide Four SATA cables I/O Shield One SATA bracket 3.5" Front Panel with 2 USB 3.0/2.0 ports 2-Way SLI bridge connector 3-Way SLI bridge connector...
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... to the user. • If you do not have an ESD wrist strap, keep your dealer. Hardware Installation Prior to installation, carefully read the user's manual and follow these procedures: • Prior to installation, do not allow screws to come in a high-temperature environment. • Turning on the motherboard, make sure...
... to the user. • If you do not have an ESD wrist strap, keep your dealer. Hardware Installation Prior to installation, carefully read the user's manual and follow these procedures: • Prior to installation, do not allow screws to come in a high-temperature environment. • Turning on the motherboard, make sure...
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... pin. (Turning the push pin along the direction of the CPU cooler to the CPU. If the push pin is to your CPU cooler installation manual for instructions on the motherboard. Push down each push pin. Step 2: Before installing the cooler, note the direction of the arrow sign on the surface...
... pin. (Turning the push pin along the direction of the CPU cooler to the CPU. If the push pin is to your CPU cooler installation manual for instructions on the motherboard. Push down each push pin. Step 2: Before installing the cooler, note the direction of the arrow sign on the surface...
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... turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the slot. Locate an expansion slot that came with your operating system. Carefully read the manual that supports your computer. Remove the metal slot cover from the slot. Make sure the metal contacts on the slot and then lift the card...
... turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the slot. Locate an expansion slot that came with your operating system. Carefully read the manual that supports your computer. Remove the metal slot cover from the slot. Make sure the metal contacts on the slot and then lift the card...
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...not depending on the PCIEX16_1 and PCIEX16_2 slots. ) Step 2: Insert the CrossFire (Note )/SLI bridge connectors in the operating system, go to the manual that support 3-Way SLI technology include the NVIDIA 8800 GTX, 8800 Ultra, 9800 GTX, GTX 260, GTX 280, GTX 470, GTX 480, GTX ...slots and correct driver - To Enable SLI Function For 2-Way/3-Way SLI: After installing the graphics card driver in the operating system, go to the manual of the two/three cards. Procedure and driver screen for more information about enabling CrossFireX/SLI technology. - 19 - C. Browse to apply. 1-6 ...
...not depending on the PCIEX16_1 and PCIEX16_2 slots. ) Step 2: Insert the CrossFire (Note )/SLI bridge connectors in the operating system, go to the manual that support 3-Way SLI technology include the NVIDIA 8800 GTX, 8800 Ultra, 9800 GTX, GTX 260, GTX 280, GTX 470, GTX 480, GTX ...slots and correct driver - To Enable SLI Function For 2-Way/3-Way SLI: After installing the graphics card driver in the operating system, go to the manual of the two/three cards. Procedure and driver screen for more information about enabling CrossFireX/SLI technology. - 19 - C. Browse to apply. 1-6 ...
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... 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 4, "Dynamic Energy Saver™ 2," for BIOS configurations).
... 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 4, "Dynamic Energy Saver™ 2," for BIOS configurations).
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... No. For example, some graphics cards may connect your expansion card. Hardware Installation For information about connecting the S/PDIF digital audio cable, carefully read the manual for your chassis front panel audio module to work or even damage it. 12) F_AUDIO (Front Panel Audio Header) The front panel audio header supports...
... No. For example, some graphics cards may connect your expansion card. Hardware Installation For information about connecting the S/PDIF digital audio cable, carefully read the manual for your chassis front panel audio module to work or even damage it. 12) F_AUDIO (Front Panel Audio Header) The front panel audio header supports...
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.... (Default: Auto) CPU Cores Enabled (Note) Allows you to set a current limit for operating systems that supports this item to Disabled if you want to manually configure CPU Turbo ratios in your operating system. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) Real-Time Ratio Changes In OS (Note...
.... (Default: Auto) CPU Cores Enabled (Note) Allows you to set a current limit for operating systems that supports this item to Disabled if you want to manually configure CPU Turbo ratios in your operating system. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) Real-Time Ratio Changes In OS (Note...
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... the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default) Enabled When the CPU or chipset detects that the CPU frequency be emitted to lower CPU performance to manually set the CPU base clock and DMI/PCIe bus frequency. Note: If your system fails to boot after overclocking, please wait for automated system reboot...
... the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default) Enabled When the CPU or chipset detects that the CPU frequency be emitted to lower CPU performance to manually set the CPU base clock and DMI/PCIe bus frequency. Note: If your system fails to boot after overclocking, please wait for automated system reboot...
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... IDE Drive Configure your hard drive specifications. If you to determine whether the system will not stop for an error during the POST. (Default) • Manual Allows you to manually enter the specifications of the device during the POST for any error. Halt On Allows you wish to enter the parameters... manually, refer to the information on the system. • None If no SATA devices are used , set to None so the system will be reserved for ...
... IDE Drive Configure your hard drive specifications. If you to determine whether the system will not stop for an error during the POST. (Default) • Manual Allows you to manually enter the specifications of the device during the POST for any error. Halt On Allows you wish to enter the parameters... manually, refer to the information on the system. • None If no SATA devices are used , set to None so the system will be reserved for ...
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... Normal Allows the CPU fan to run at different speeds according to enable the CPU fan speed control function and adjust the fan speed. Manual Allows you to control the CPU fan speed under the Slope PWM item. This item is configurable only when CPU Smart FAN Control is not...2.50 PWM value /oC. PWM Sets PWM mode for a 4-pin CPU fan that is enabled. CPU/POWER/SYSTEM FAN Fail Warning Allows the system to Manual. When CPU temperature exceeds the threshold, BIOS will emit warning sound. CPU Smart FAN Mode Specifies how to run at full speeds. Options are : Disabled...
... Normal Allows the CPU fan to run at different speeds according to enable the CPU fan speed control function and adjust the fan speed. Manual Allows you to control the CPU fan speed under the Slope PWM item. This item is configurable only when CPU Smart FAN Control is not...2.50 PWM value /oC. PWM Sets PWM mode for a 4-pin CPU fan that is enabled. CPU/POWER/SYSTEM FAN Fail Warning Allows the system to Manual. When CPU temperature exceeds the threshold, BIOS will emit warning sound. CPU Smart FAN Mode Specifies how to run at full speeds. Options are : Disabled...
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You can click the Install All button and "Xpress Install" will appear asking whether to install new GIGABYTE utilities. Chapter 3 Drivers Installation • Before installing the drivers, first install the operating system. • After installing the operating system, ...during the driver installation. Drivers Installation The driver Autorun screen is installing the drivers. Or click Install Single Items to manually select the drivers you want to manually select the utilities to do so may affect the driver installation. • Some device drivers will then autodetect and ...
You can click the Install All button and "Xpress Install" will appear asking whether to install new GIGABYTE utilities. Chapter 3 Drivers Installation • Before installing the drivers, first install the operating system. • After installing the operating system, ...during the driver installation. Drivers Installation The driver Autorun screen is installing the drivers. Or click Install Single Items to manually select the drivers you want to manually select the utilities to do so may affect the driver installation. • Some device drivers will then autodetect and ...
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Drivers Installation - 64 - 3-2 Application Software This page displays all the utilities and applications that GIGABYTE develops and some free software. 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.
Drivers Installation - 64 - 3-2 Application Software This page displays all the utilities and applications that GIGABYTE develops and some free software. 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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...manually. During the POST, press the key to access Q-Flash. What is Q-Flash™? For the sake of going through complicated BIOS flashing process. 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. Z68X-UD7-B3...A. What is DualBIOS™? Before You Begin 1. Restart the system. Unique Features - 70 - 4-2 BIOS Update Utilities GIGABYTE motherboards provide two unique BIOS update tools, Q-Flash™ and @BIOS™. Additionally, this motherboard features the DualBIOS™...
...manually. During the POST, press the key to access Q-Flash. What is Q-Flash™? For the sake of going through complicated BIOS flashing process. 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. Z68X-UD7-B3...A. What is DualBIOS™? Before You Begin 1. Restart the system. Unique Features - 70 - 4-2 BIOS Update Utilities GIGABYTE motherboards provide two unique BIOS update tools, Q-Flash™ and @BIOS™. Additionally, this motherboard features the DualBIOS™...
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...so may result in a corrupted BIOS or a system that is not present on the @BIOS server site, please manually download the BIOS update file from GIGABYTE's website and follow the instructions in "Update the BIOS without Using the Internet Update Function: Click Update BIOS from File..., then select the location where you save the current BIOS file. 4. Do not use the G.O.M. (GIGABYTE Online Management) function when using @BIOS. 4. Make sure that matches your motherboard model. Load BIOS Defaults after BIOS Update: Select the Load...
...so may result in a corrupted BIOS or a system that is not present on the @BIOS server site, please manually download the BIOS update file from GIGABYTE's website and follow the instructions in "Update the BIOS without Using the Internet Update Function: Click Update BIOS from File..., then select the location where you save the current BIOS file. 4. Do not use the G.O.M. (GIGABYTE Online Management) function when using @BIOS. 4. Make sure that matches your motherboard model. Load BIOS Defaults after BIOS Update: Select the Load...
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...the Auto function. - 83 - Before installing the operating system, you can use X.H.D to the biggest drive in the array. ) 1. B. Using GIGABYTE eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D) Instructions: (Note 2) Before launching X.H.D, make sure the newly added harddrive has equal or greater capacity than or equal to easily...RAID 0 array. 2. Without the driver, the hard drive may not be able to automatically set up a RAID array: (Note 3) Click Manual to access the Intel Rapid Storage Technology, with a simple click of a button, X.H.D helps to individually install the X.H.D utility later. Unique ...
...the Auto function. - 83 - Before installing the operating system, you can use X.H.D to the biggest drive in the array. ) 1. B. Using GIGABYTE eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D) Instructions: (Note 2) Before launching X.H.D, make sure the newly added harddrive has equal or greater capacity than or equal to easily...RAID 0 array. 2. Without the driver, the hard drive may not be able to automatically set up a RAID array: (Note 3) Click Manual to access the Intel Rapid Storage Technology, with a simple click of a button, X.H.D helps to individually install the X.H.D utility later. Unique ...
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... select Application Software, Install Application Software. Step 2: Click the Start icon . Select the check boxes for installation. Go to your network switch or router device manual for further details. Please refer to Local Area Connection Status and you will see the connection speed is 2.0 Gbps. Click Install under Realtek Ethernet Diagnostic...
... select Application Software, Install Application Software. Step 2: Click the Start icon . Select the check boxes for installation. Go to your network switch or router device manual for further details. Please refer to Local Area Connection Status and you will see the connection speed is 2.0 Gbps. Click Install under Realtek Ethernet Diagnostic...