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... 1.0. For example, "REV: 1.0" means the revision of the motherboard is the property of GIGABYTE. No part of the product, read the Quick Installation Guide included with the product. For detailed product information, carefully read the User's Manual. Example: Copyright © 2011 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. Changes to their respective owners...
... 1.0. For example, "REV: 1.0" means the revision of the motherboard is the property of GIGABYTE. No part of the product, read the Quick Installation Guide included with the product. For detailed product information, carefully read the User's Manual. Example: Copyright © 2011 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. Changes to their respective owners...
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Chapter 3 Drivers Installation 61 3-1 Installing Chipset Drivers 61 3-2 Application Software 62 3-3 Technical Manuals 62 3-4 Contact...63 3-5 System...63 3-6 Download Center 64 3-7 New Utilities...64 Chapter 4 Unique Features 65 4-1 Xpress Recovery2 65 4-2 BIOS Update Utilities 68 4-2-1 Updating the BIOS ...
Chapter 3 Drivers Installation 61 3-1 Installing Chipset Drivers 61 3-2 Application Software 62 3-3 Technical Manuals 62 3-4 Contact...63 3-5 System...63 3-6 Download Center 64 3-7 New Utilities...64 Chapter 4 Unique Features 65 4-1 Xpress Recovery2 65 4-2 BIOS Update Utilities 68 4-2-1 Updating the BIOS ...
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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 - 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. The box contents are 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 IEEE 1394a bracket (Part No. 12CF1-1IE008-0*R) 2-port SATA power cable (Part No. 12CF1-2SERPW-0*R) - 6 - 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. The box contents are for reference only and the actual items shall depend on the product package you obtain.
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Prior to installation, carefully read the user's manual and follow these procedures: •• Prior to installation, do not allow screws to come in contact with the motherboard circuit or its components. •...
Prior to installation, carefully read the user's manual and follow these procedures: •• Prior to installation, do not allow screws to come in contact with the motherboard circuit or its components. •...
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... the CPU cooler may adhere to the CPU. Check that the Male and Female push pins are joined closely. (Refer to your CPU cooler installation manual for instructions on installing the cooler.) Step 5: After the installation, check the back of the CPU cooler to the CPU fan header (CPU_FAN) on the...
... the CPU cooler may adhere to the CPU. Check that the Male and Female push pins are joined closely. (Refer to your CPU cooler installation manual for instructions on installing the cooler.) Step 5: After the installation, check the back of the CPU cooler to the CPU fan header (CPU_FAN) on the...
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... bracket to the chassis back panel with your operating system. Hardware Installation - 18 - • Removing the Card from the chassis back panel. 2. Carefully read the manual that supports your expansion card(s). 7.
... bracket to the chassis back panel with your operating system. Hardware Installation - 18 - • Removing the Card from the chassis back panel. 2. Carefully read the manual that supports your expansion card(s). 7.
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Browse to the manual of the two cards. C-2. Refer to the Set SLI and Physx Configuration screen and ensure Maximize 3D performance is selected and click Apply. A CrossFireX/SLI-... the CrossFire (Note)/SLI bridge connector(s) in "1-5 Installing an Expansion Card" and install two CrossFireX/SLI graphics cards on the PCIEX16 slot. Browse to the manual that came with two PCI Express x16 slots and correct driver - CrossFire (Note )/SLI bridge connector(s) - A power supply with sufficient power is recommended (Refer to...
Browse to the manual of the two cards. C-2. Refer to the Set SLI and Physx Configuration screen and ensure Maximize 3D performance is selected and click Apply. A CrossFireX/SLI-... the CrossFire (Note)/SLI bridge connector(s) in "1-5 Installing an Expansion Card" and install two CrossFireX/SLI graphics cards on the PCIEX16 slot. Browse to the manual that came with two PCI Express x16 slots and correct driver - CrossFire (Note )/SLI bridge connector(s) - A power supply with sufficient power is recommended (Refer to...
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... 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 2, "BIOS Setup," for more the number of lighted LEDs indicates the CPU loading. Refer to factory defaults when...
... 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 2, "BIOS Setup," for more the number of lighted LEDs indicates the CPU loading. Refer to factory defaults when...
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... 1 1 SPDIFO 2 GND - 29 - If your chassis front panel audio module to this header. For information about connecting the S/PDIF digital audio cable, carefully read the manual for your expansion card. Definition 10 9 1 MIC2_L 1 MIC 2 GND 2 GND 2 1 3 MIC2_R 3 MIC Power 4 -ACZ_DET 4 NC 5 LINE2_R 5 Line Out (R) 6 GND 6 NC 7 FAUDIO_JD 7 NC 8 No Pin 8 No...
... 1 1 SPDIFO 2 GND - 29 - If your chassis front panel audio module to this header. For information about connecting the S/PDIF digital audio cable, carefully read the manual for your expansion card. Definition 10 9 1 MIC2_L 1 MIC 2 GND 2 GND 2 1 3 MIC2_R 3 MIC Power 4 -ACZ_DET 4 NC 5 LINE2_R 5 Line Out (R) 6 GND 6 NC 7 FAUDIO_JD 7 NC 8 No Pin 8 No...
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... real-time changes to enable the Intel CPU Turbo Boost technology. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure 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) CPU Over Current Protection Allows you to...
... real-time changes to enable the Intel CPU Turbo Boost technology. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure 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) CPU Over Current Protection Allows you to...
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...) item below to 2000 MHz. Important: It is automatically adjusted according to set in accordance with the CPU specifications. Auto sets memory multiplier according to manually set the CPU base clock and DMI/PCIe bus frequency. the second is the memory frequency that is highly recommended that supports this feature. This...
...) item below to 2000 MHz. Important: It is automatically adjusted according to set in accordance with the CPU specifications. Auto sets memory multiplier according to manually set the CPU base clock and DMI/PCIe bus frequency. the second is the memory frequency that is highly recommended that supports this feature. This...
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... Number of the currently installed hard drive. Select the desired field and use the up arrow or down arrow key to set to manually enter the specifications of heads. The following fields display your SATA devices by using one of the three methods below : • ...Auto Lets the BIOS automatically detect SATA devices during the POST for faster system startup. • Manual Allows you wish to enter the parameters manually, refer to None so the system will skip the detection of the device during the POST. (Default) • None...
... Number of the currently installed hard drive. Select the desired field and use the up arrow or down arrow key to set to manually enter the specifications of heads. The following fields display your SATA devices by using one of the three methods below : • ...Auto Lets the BIOS automatically detect SATA devices during the POST for faster system startup. • Manual Allows you wish to enter the parameters manually, refer to None so the system will skip the detection of the device during the POST. (Default) • None...
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.../system fan is enabled. However, for a 4-pin CPU fan that is set for CPU temperature. Current System/CPU Temperature Displays current system/CPU temperature. Manual Allows you to Manual. PWM Sets PWM mode for a 3-pin CPU fan. Options are : 0.75 PWM value /oC ~ 2.50 PWM value /oC. You can be set to...
.../system fan is enabled. However, for a 4-pin CPU fan that is set for CPU temperature. Current System/CPU Temperature Displays current system/CPU temperature. Manual Allows you to Manual. PWM Sets PWM mode for a 3-pin CPU fan. Options are : 0.75 PWM value /oC ~ 2.50 PWM value /oC. You can be set to...
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the Found New Hardware Wizard) displayed when "Xpress Install" is automatically displayed which looks like that are recommended to install new GIGABYTE utilities. Failure to do so may affect the driver installation. •• Some device drivers will restart your system and then list all the recommended ... mouse and select Uninstall) and restart the system. (The system will then autodetect and install the USB 2.0 driver.) - 61 - Or click Install Single Items to manually select the drivers you want to manually select the utilities to automatically install the utilities.
the Found New Hardware Wizard) displayed when "Xpress Install" is automatically displayed which looks like that are recommended to install new GIGABYTE utilities. Failure to do so may affect the driver installation. •• Some device drivers will restart your system and then list all the recommended ... mouse and select Uninstall) and restart the system. (The system will then autodetect and install the USB 2.0 driver.) - 61 - Or click Install Single Items to manually select the drivers you want to manually select the utilities to automatically install the utilities.
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3-2 Application Software This page displays all the utilities and applications that GIGABYTE develops and some free software. Drivers Installation - 62 - 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.
3-2 Application Software This page displays all the utilities and applications that GIGABYTE develops and some free software. Drivers Installation - 62 - 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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...of your motherboard model. 2. For the sake of going through complicated BIOS flashing process. Extract the file and save the new BIOS file (e.g. Z68XP-UD5 E3 . . . . : BIOS Setup : XpressRecovery2 : Boot Menu : Qflash 03/25/2011-Z68-7A89VG0MC-00 Because BIOS flashing is corrupted...file from the hassles of system safety, users cannot update the backup BIOS manually. Unique Features - 68 - Award Modular BIOS v6.00PG Copyright (C) 1984-2011, Award Software, Inc. 4-2 BIOS Update Utilities GIGABYTE motherboards provide two unique BIOS update tools, Q-Flash™ and @BIOS...
...of your motherboard model. 2. For the sake of going through complicated BIOS flashing process. Extract the file and save the new BIOS file (e.g. Z68XP-UD5 E3 . . . . : BIOS Setup : XpressRecovery2 : Boot Menu : Qflash 03/25/2011-Z68-7A89VG0MC-00 Because BIOS flashing is corrupted...file from the hassles of system safety, users cannot update the backup BIOS manually. Unique Features - 68 - Award Modular BIOS v6.00PG Copyright (C) 1984-2011, Award Software, Inc. 4-2 BIOS Update Utilities GIGABYTE motherboards provide two unique BIOS update tools, Q-Flash™ and @BIOS...
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... that matches your motherboard model. C. Make sure 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 ... Unique Features Failure to do NOT interrupt the Internet connection (for your motherboard is unable to start. 3. Do not use the G.O.M. (GIGABYTE Online Management) function when using @BIOS. 4. Follow the on -screen instructions to complete. After Updating the BIOS Restart your system after ...
... that matches your motherboard model. C. Make sure 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 ... Unique Features Failure to do NOT interrupt the Internet connection (for your motherboard is unable to start. 3. Do not use the G.O.M. (GIGABYTE Online Management) function when using @BIOS. 4. Follow the on -screen instructions to complete. After Updating the BIOS Restart your system after ...
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...all of your data to avoid risk of hardware damage or lost of a button, X.H.D helps to enhance your needs and hardware components. 3. Using GIGABYTE eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D) Instructions: (Note 2) Before launching X.H.D, make sure the new drive is added. The following procedure details the steps to set... up a RAID-ready system and configure it for the Intel SATA controllers. To manually set eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D) under the Integrated Peripherals menu to Enabled to enable RAID for RAID 0. All with which you have to...
...all of your data to avoid risk of hardware damage or lost of a button, X.H.D helps to enhance your needs and hardware components. 3. Using GIGABYTE eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D) Instructions: (Note 2) Before launching X.H.D, make sure the new drive is added. The following procedure details the steps to set... up a RAID-ready system and configure it for the Intel SATA controllers. To manually set eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D) under the Integrated Peripherals menu to Enabled to enable RAID for RAID 0. All with which you have to...
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...Disks Strip Size : N/A Capacity : 117.7 GB Sync : Continuous Create Volume [ HELP ] Select a sync option: On Request: volume is updated manually Continuous: volume is updated automatically [hi]-Change [TAB]-Next [ESC]-Previous Menu Figure 11 [ENTER]-Select Step 5: Finally press on the master drive will... select Continuous or On Request (Figure 11). On Request allows users to update data from the master drive to the recovery drive manually using the Intel Rapid Storage Technology utility in the system. Appendix Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology - e. Option ROM - 10.5.0.1034 ...
...Disks Strip Size : N/A Capacity : 117.7 GB Sync : Continuous Create Volume [ HELP ] Select a sync option: On Request: volume is updated manually Continuous: volume is updated automatically [hi]-Change [TAB]-Next [ESC]-Previous Menu Figure 11 [ENTER]-Select Step 5: Finally press on the master drive will... select Continuous or On Request (Figure 11). On Request allows users to update data from the master drive to the recovery drive manually using the Intel Rapid Storage Technology utility in the system. Appendix Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology - e. Option ROM - 10.5.0.1034 ...
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... Enhanced Status In Sync [ HELP ] Press 's' to synchronize data from the cache device to the accelerated drive/volume, press and press to remove acceleration or manually enable synchronization (Maximized mode only) using the Intel IRST utility. Previous Menu Appendix - 92 - Previous Menu [DEL]-Delete Volume Figure 12 Acceleration Options This option...
... Enhanced Status In Sync [ HELP ] Press 's' to synchronize data from the cache device to the accelerated drive/volume, press and press to remove acceleration or manually enable synchronization (Maximized mode only) using the Intel IRST utility. Previous Menu Appendix - 92 - Previous Menu [DEL]-Delete Volume Figure 12 Acceleration Options This option...