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... hard disk before configuring the Smart Response Technology, all original data on the hard disk will see shall depend on your motherboard. CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2011 Award Software Integrated Peripherals eXtreme Hard Drive (XHD) PCH SATA Control Mode OROM UI and Banner...your data. 2. Installing a conventional SATA hard disk and a solid-state drive (SSD) 2. Enabling RAID mode in BIOS Setup: Turn on the motherboard you have and the BIOS version. - 1 - The actual BIOS Setup menu options you will be used for your computer and press to the SATA...
... hard disk before configuring the Smart Response Technology, all original data on the hard disk will see shall depend on your motherboard. CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2011 Award Software Integrated Peripherals eXtreme Hard Drive (XHD) PCH SATA Control Mode OROM UI and Banner...your data. 2. Installing a conventional SATA hard disk and a solid-state drive (SSD) 2. Enabling RAID mode in BIOS Setup: Turn on the motherboard you have and the BIOS version. - 1 - The actual BIOS Setup menu options you will be used for your computer and press to the SATA...
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Installing the operating system and drivers to the SATA disk: After setting the BIOS, you can begin to install all motherboard drivers, including the Intel Rapid Storage Technology driver. After the installation is 10.5 or above and restarting your system, fi... utility. - 2 - English 3. Make sure the Intel Rapid Storage Technology driver version is complete, use the "Xpress Install" function of the motherboard driver disk to install the operating system. Launching the Intel Rapid Storage Technology utility to enable the Intel Smart Response Technology: Step 1: After completing ...
Installing the operating system and drivers to the SATA disk: After setting the BIOS, you can begin to install all motherboard drivers, including the Intel Rapid Storage Technology driver. After the installation is 10.5 or above and restarting your system, fi... utility. - 2 - English 3. Make sure the Intel Rapid Storage Technology driver version is complete, use the "Xpress Install" function of the motherboard driver disk to install the operating system. Launching the Intel Rapid Storage Technology utility to enable the Intel Smart Response Technology: Step 1: After completing ...
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...without prior notice. Copyright © 2011 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. No part of GIGABYTE. All rights reserved. For example, "REV: 1.0" means the revision of the motherboard is the property of this manual is protected by copyright laws and is 1.0. The trademarks mentioned...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.
...without prior notice. Copyright © 2011 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. No part of GIGABYTE. All rights reserved. For example, "REV: 1.0" means the revision of the motherboard is the property of this manual is protected by copyright laws and is 1.0. The trademarks mentioned...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.
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Table of Contents Box Contents...6 Optional Items...6 GA-Z68XP-UD5 Motherboard Layout 7 GA-Z68XP-UD5 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-Z68XP-UD5 Motherboard Layout 7 GA-Z68XP-UD5 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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Optional Items 2-port USB 2.0 bracket (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 - The box contents are for reference only and the actual items shall depend on the product package you obtain. Box Contents GA-Z68XP-UD5 motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual Quick Installation Guide Four SATA cables I/O Shield One 2-Way SLI bridge connector 3.5" Front Panel with 2 USB 3.0/2.0 ports 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 IEEE 1394a bracket (Part No. 12CF1-1IE008-0*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-Z68XP-UD5 motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual Quick Installation Guide Four SATA cables I/O Shield One 2-Way SLI bridge connector 3.5" Front Panel with 2 USB 3.0/2.0 ports The box contents above are subject to change without notice.
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... SATA2_2 SATA2_5 SATA2_4 SYS_FAN2 SYS_FAN3 F_USB30_2 F_USB30_1 PCH_FAN (Note) Due to a hardware limitation, the PCIEX1_1 slot can only accommodate a shorter PCI Express x1 expansion card. GA-Z68XP-UD5 Motherboard Layout KB_MS_USB SYS_FAN1 R_SPDIF ATX_12V_2X USB_1394_ESATA_1 Marvell 88SE9128 USB_1394_ESATA_2 HDMI R_USB30 CPU_FAN CPU_LED LGA1155 PW_SW PHASE LED PWR_FAN RST_SW USB30_LAN VLI VL810 F_AUDIO AUDIO GD2...
... SATA2_2 SATA2_5 SATA2_4 SYS_FAN2 SYS_FAN3 F_USB30_2 F_USB30_1 PCH_FAN (Note) Due to a hardware limitation, the PCIEX1_1 slot can only accommodate a shorter PCI Express x1 expansion card. GA-Z68XP-UD5 Motherboard Layout KB_MS_USB SYS_FAN1 R_SPDIF ATX_12V_2X USB_1394_ESATA_1 Marvell 88SE9128 USB_1394_ESATA_2 HDMI R_USB30 CPU_FAN CPU_LED LGA1155 PW_SW PHASE LED PWR_FAN RST_SW USB30_LAN VLI VL810 F_AUDIO AUDIO GD2...
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GA-Z68XP-UD5 Motherboard Block Diagram 2 PCI Express x8 1 PCI Express x16 CPU CLK+/- (133 MHz) PCIe CLK or (100 MHz) LGA1155 CPU DDR3 2133/1866/1600/ 1333/1066 ...
GA-Z68XP-UD5 Motherboard Block Diagram 2 PCI Express x8 1 PCI Express x16 CPU CLK+/- (133 MHz) PCIe CLK or (100 MHz) LGA1155 CPU DDR3 2133/1866/1600/ 1333/1066 ...
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... wear an electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap when handling electronic com- If you are connected. •• To prevent damage to the motherboard, do not have an ESD wrist strap, keep your hands dry and first touch a metal object to eliminate static electricity. ••... Prior to installing the motherboard, please have a problem related to the use of your dealer. Hardware Installation Prior to installation, carefully read the user's manual and follow these...
... wear an electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap when handling electronic com- If you are connected. •• To prevent damage to the motherboard, do not have an ESD wrist strap, keep your hands dry and first touch a metal object to eliminate static electricity. ••... Prior to installing the motherboard, please have a problem related to the use of your dealer. Hardware Installation Prior to installation, carefully read the user's manual and follow these...
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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 Dynamic Energy Saver™ 2 Support for Smart 6™ Support for Auto Green ...for TouchBIOS Support for Microsoft® Windows 7/Vista/XP Form Factor ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 24.4cm * GIGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to the integrated graphics port on the CPU/system cooler you install.
...Center Support for Xpress Install Support for Xpress Recovery2 Support for EasyTune * Available functions in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model. Support for Dynamic Energy Saver™ 2 Support for Smart 6™ Support for Auto Green ...for TouchBIOS Support for Microsoft® Windows 7/Vista/XP Form Factor ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 24.4cm * GIGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to the integrated graphics port on the CPU/system cooler you install.
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...you may occur. •• Set the CPU host frequency in accordance with the CPU specifications. Hardware Installation Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the CPU - 13 - LGA1155 CPU Socket Alignment Key Alignment Key Pin One Corner of the CPU Socket LGA1155... unplug the power cord from the power outlet before you begin to install the CPU: •• Make sure that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) •• Always turn on the computer if the CPU cooler is not recommended...
...you may occur. •• Set the CPU host frequency in accordance with the CPU specifications. Hardware Installation Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the CPU - 13 - LGA1155 CPU Socket Alignment Key Alignment Key Pin One Corner of the CPU Socket LGA1155... unplug the power cord from the power outlet before you begin to install the CPU: •• Make sure that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) •• Always turn on the computer if the CPU cooler is not recommended...
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... the other to lightly replace the load plate. Step 2: Remove the CPU socket cover as well. Step 5: Push the CPU socket lever back into the motherboard CPU socket. NOTE: Hold the CPU socket lever by the handle, not the lever base portion. Align the CPU pin one marking (triangle) with the...
... the other to lightly replace the load plate. Step 2: Remove the CPU socket cover as well. Step 5: Push the CPU socket lever back into the motherboard CPU socket. NOTE: Hold the CPU socket lever by the handle, not the lever base portion. Align the CPU pin one marking (triangle) with the...
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... removing the CPU cooler may adhere to the CPU. Hardware Installation Step 4: You should hear a "click" when pushing down on the motherboard. Check that the Male and Female push pins are joined closely. (Refer to your CPU cooler installation manual for instructions on the surface ...of the installed CPU. 1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU cooler on the motherboard. (The following procedure uses Intel® boxed cooler as the picture above shows, the installation is complete. Step 2: Before installing the ...
... removing the CPU cooler may adhere to the CPU. Hardware Installation Step 4: You should hear a "click" when pushing down on the motherboard. Check that the Male and Female push pins are joined closely. (Refer to your CPU cooler installation manual for instructions on the surface ...of the installed CPU. 1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU cooler on the motherboard. (The following procedure uses Intel® boxed cooler as the picture above shows, the installation is complete. Step 2: Before installing the ...
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... or four memory modules, it is recommended that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory modules.) •• Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from... DDR3_1 and DDR3_2 sockets. The four DDR3 memory sockets are unable 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. Hardware Installation - 16 - DS/SS DDR3_3 - 1-4 Installing the Memory Read the...
... or four memory modules, it is recommended that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory modules.) •• Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from... DDR3_1 and DDR3_2 sockets. The four DDR3 memory sockets are unable 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. Hardware Installation - 16 - DS/SS DDR3_3 - 1-4 Installing the Memory Read the...
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... DIMMs on the socket. As indicated in the picture on the left, place your memory modules in one direction. Place the memory module on this motherboard. Step 2: The clips at both ends of the memory, push down on the top edge of the socket will snap into the memory socket.
... DIMMs on the socket. As indicated in the picture on the left, place your memory modules in one direction. Place the memory module on this motherboard. Step 2: The clips at both ends of the memory, push down on the top edge of the socket will snap into the memory socket.
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... the slot. 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card Read the following guidelines before installing an expansion card to install an expansion card: •• Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Carefully read the manual that supports your expansion card. •• Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord...
... the slot. 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card Read the following guidelines before installing an expansion card to install an expansion card: •• Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Carefully read the manual that supports your expansion card. •• Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord...
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... 3: Plug the display cable into the graphics card on the PCIEX16 and PCIEX8 slots. C-2. Procedure and driver screen for the power requirement) B. A CrossFireX/SLI-supported motherboard with your graphics cards for enabling CrossFireX/SLI technology may be needed or not depending on top of your graphics cards for more information about...
... 3: Plug the display cable into the graphics card on the PCIEX16 and PCIEX8 slots. C-2. Procedure and driver screen for the power requirement) B. A CrossFireX/SLI-supported motherboard with your graphics cards for enabling CrossFireX/SLI technology may be needed or not depending on top of your graphics cards for more information about...
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.... eSATA/USB Combo Connector This connector supports SATA 6Gb/s and USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Use the port to a back panel connector, first remove the cable from the motherboard. •• When removing the cable, pull it side to side to Chapter 5, "Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s)," for instructions on configuring a RAID array. Use this...
.... eSATA/USB Combo Connector This connector supports SATA 6Gb/s and USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Use the port to a back panel connector, first remove the cable from the motherboard. •• When removing the cable, pull it side to side to Chapter 5, "Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s)," for instructions on configuring a RAID array. Use this...
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.... the yellow LEDs will light up under normal working conditions (green LED) GD2: Excessive overvoltage or overloading (yellow LED) Diagnostic LEDs This motherboard has 6 onboard LEDs controlled by the system BIOS to improper plug/unplug actions. The 6 LEDs indicate if a component (including CPU and ...a device (including PCI and PCIe cards and SATA devices) works abnormally. 1-8 Onboard LEDs and Switches CPU VTT Phase Indicator LEDs This motherboard contains 2 phase indicator LEDs controlled by the system BIOS. The green LEDs light up during the POST when the components/devices have a...
.... the yellow LEDs will light up under normal working conditions (green LED) GD2: Excessive overvoltage or overloading (yellow LED) Diagnostic LEDs This motherboard has 6 onboard LEDs controlled by the system BIOS to improper plug/unplug actions. The 6 LEDs indicate if a component (including CPU and ...a device (including PCI and PCIe cards and SATA devices) works abnormally. 1-8 Onboard LEDs and Switches CPU VTT Phase Indicator LEDs This motherboard contains 2 phase indicator LEDs controlled by the system BIOS. The green LEDs light up during the POST when the components/devices have a...
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... the number of lighted LEDs indicates the CPU loading. To enable the Phase LED display function, please first enable Dynamic Energy Saver 2. Quick Buttons This motherboard has 3 quick buttons: power button, reset button and clearing CMOS button.
... the number of lighted LEDs indicates the CPU loading. To enable the Phase LED display function, please first enable Dynamic Energy Saver 2. Quick Buttons This motherboard has 3 quick buttons: power button, reset button and clearing CMOS button.