User Manual
Page 3
... 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. Documentation Classifications In order to the specifications and features in this...
... 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. Documentation Classifications In order to the specifications and features in this...
User Manual
Page 4
Table of Contents Box Contents...6 Optional Items...6 GA-Z77-D3H/GA-H77-D3H Motherboard Layout 7 GA-Z77-D3H/GA-H77-D3H 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 ... 1-4-2 Installing a Memory 17 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card 18 1-6 Back Panel Connectors 19 1-7 Internal Connectors 21 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 31 2-1 Startup Screen 32 2-2 The Main Menu 33 2-3 M.I.T...35 2-4 System...45 2-5 BIOS Features 46 2-6 Peripherals...48 2-7 Power Management 52 2-8 Save & Exit...54 - 4 -
Table of Contents Box Contents...6 Optional Items...6 GA-Z77-D3H/GA-H77-D3H Motherboard Layout 7 GA-Z77-D3H/GA-H77-D3H 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 ... 1-4-2 Installing a Memory 17 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card 18 1-6 Back Panel Connectors 19 1-7 Internal Connectors 21 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 31 2-1 Startup Screen 32 2-2 The Main Menu 33 2-3 M.I.T...35 2-4 System...45 2-5 BIOS Features 46 2-6 Peripherals...48 2-7 Power Management 52 2-8 Save & Exit...54 - 4 -
User Manual
Page 5
... 56 3-4 Contact...57 3-5 System...57 3-6 Download Center 58 3-7 New Program 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 Q-Share...66 4-4 eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D 67 4-5 Auto Green...68 4-6 Intel Rapid Start Technology 69 4-7 Intel Smart...
... 56 3-4 Contact...57 3-5 System...57 3-6 Download Center 58 3-7 New Program 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 Q-Share...66 4-4 eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D 67 4-5 Auto Green...68 4-6 Intel Rapid Start Technology 69 4-7 Intel Smart...
User Manual
Page 8
GA-Z77-D3H/GA-H77-D3H Motherboard Block Diagram 1 PCI Express x16 CPU CLK+/- (100 MHz) PCIe CLK (100 MHz) LGA1155 CPU DDR3 1600(Note 1)/1333/1066 MHz Dual Channel Memory PCI Express Bus x16 DMI 2.0 FDI D-Sub LAN 2 USB 3.0/2.0 RJ45 DVI-D HDMI Dual BIOS Atheros GbE LAN Etron EJ168 PCI Express Bus x1 ... MIC Line Out Line In S/PDIF Out 2 PCI PCI CLK (33 MHz) j Only for GA-H77-D3H. (Note 1) To support DDR3 1600 MHz, you must install an Intel 22nm (Ivy Bridge) CPU. (Note 2) In Windows XP, the Intel USB 3.0 ports can support up to USB 2.0 transfer speed. - 8 - k Only for GA-Z77-D3H.
GA-Z77-D3H/GA-H77-D3H Motherboard Block Diagram 1 PCI Express x16 CPU CLK+/- (100 MHz) PCIe CLK (100 MHz) LGA1155 CPU DDR3 1600(Note 1)/1333/1066 MHz Dual Channel Memory PCI Express Bus x16 DMI 2.0 FDI D-Sub LAN 2 USB 3.0/2.0 RJ45 DVI-D HDMI Dual BIOS Atheros GbE LAN Etron EJ168 PCI Express Bus x1 ... MIC Line Out Line In S/PDIF Out 2 PCI PCI CLK (33 MHz) j Only for GA-H77-D3H. (Note 1) To support DDR3 1600 MHz, you must install an Intel 22nm (Ivy Bridge) CPU. (Note 2) In Windows XP, the Intel USB 3.0 ports can support up to USB 2.0 transfer speed. - 8 - k Only for GA-Z77-D3H.
User Manual
Page 12
...panel. Support for GA-Z77-D3H. j Only for Microsoft® Windows 7/XP 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. 2 x 64 Mbit flash Use of licensed AMI EFI BIOS Support for DualBIOS&#...8482; PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.0, SM BIOS 2.6, ACPI 2.0a Support for @BIOS Support for Q-Flash Support ...
...panel. Support for GA-Z77-D3H. j Only for Microsoft® Windows 7/XP 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. 2 x 64 Mbit flash Use of licensed AMI EFI BIOS Support for DualBIOS&#...8482; PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.0, SM BIOS 2.6, ACPI 2.0a Support for @BIOS Support for Q-Flash Support ...
User Manual
Page 16
...with two 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 the power ... Make sure that the motherboard supports the memory. It is recommended that you install them in only one DDR3 memory module is installed, the BIOS will double the original memory bandwidth. A memory module can be enabled if only one direction. Dual Channel mode cannot be installed in the DDR3_1...
...with two 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 the power ... Make sure that the motherboard supports the memory. It is recommended that you install them in only one DDR3 memory module is installed, the BIOS will double the original memory bandwidth. A memory module can be enabled if only one direction. Dual Channel mode cannot be installed in the DDR3_1...
User Manual
Page 18
... PCI Express slot to release the card and then pull the card straight up from the chassis back panel. 2. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to make any required BIOS changes for your expansion card in the expansion slot. 1. Secure the card§s metal bracket to the chassis back panel with the...
... PCI Express slot to release the card and then pull the card straight up from the chassis back panel. 2. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to make any required BIOS changes for your expansion card in the expansion slot. 1. Secure the card§s metal bracket to the chassis back panel with the...
User Manual
Page 20
.... Before using this audio jack for line in connector. Line In Jack (Blue) The default line in operating system environment only, but not during the BIOS Setup or POST process. Microphones must be reconfigured to a back panel connector, first remove the cable from your audio system provides an optical digital audio...
.... Before using this audio jack for line in connector. Line In Jack (Blue) The default line in operating system environment only, but not during the BIOS Setup or POST process. Microphones must be reconfigured to a back panel connector, first remove the cable from your audio system provides an optical digital audio...
User Manual
Page 23
... CPU_FAN 2 +12V /Speed Control 3 Sense 4 Speed Control 1 SYS_FAN1 SYS_FAN1: Pin No. Replace the battery when the battery voltage drops to keep the values (such as BIOS configurations, date, and time information) in the CMOS when the computer is recommended that a system fan be sure to the CPU or the system may...
... CPU_FAN 2 +12V /Speed Control 3 Sense 4 Speed Control 1 SYS_FAN1 SYS_FAN1: Pin No. Replace the battery when the battery voltage drops to keep the values (such as BIOS configurations, date, and time information) in the CMOS when the computer is recommended that a system fan be sure to the CPU or the system may...
User Manual
Page 25
... 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 a few seconds. When the mSATA connector is installed with a solid-...F_PANEL(NH) F_PANEL (H61M-D2) DB_PORT 8) mSATA (Solid-State Drive Connector, Controlled by the Intel Z77/H77 Chipset) The mSATA connector conforms to SATA 3Gb/s standard and can connect to clear the CMOS values (e.g. BIOS Switcher (X58A-OC) 1 mSATA M_SATA DIP 1 23 1 DIP 1 23 1 DIP 1 23 ...
... 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 a few seconds. When the mSATA connector is installed with a solid-...F_PANEL(NH) F_PANEL (H61M-D2) DB_PORT 8) mSATA (Solid-State Drive Connector, Controlled by the Intel Z77/H77 Chipset) The mSATA connector conforms to SATA 3Gb/s standard and can connect to clear the CMOS values (e.g. BIOS Switcher (X58A-OC) 1 mSATA M_SATA DIP 1 23 1 DIP 1 23 1 DIP 1 23 ...
User Manual
Page 26
... this header according to the chassis intrusion switch/sensor on the chassis front panel. When connecting your system using the power switch (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Power Management," for more information). • SPEAK (Speaker, Orange): Connects to the speaker on the chassis front panel.
... this header according to the chassis intrusion switch/sensor on the chassis front panel. When connecting your system using the power switch (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Power Management," for more information). • SPEAK (Speaker, Orange): Connects to the speaker on the chassis front panel.
User Manual
Page 31
...1 for how to clear the CMOS values.) - 31 - BIOS includes a BIOS Setup program that searches and downloads the latest version of BIOS from the Internet and updates 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 a Windows-based ...
...1 for how to clear the CMOS values.) - 31 - BIOS includes a BIOS Setup program that searches and downloads the latest version of BIOS from the Internet and updates 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 a Windows-based ...
User Manual
Page 32
... down arrow key to select the first boot device, then press to set the first boot device without having to enter BIOS Setup first. Function Keys Function Keys: : BIOS SETUP\Q-FLASH Press the key to enter BIOS Setup or to access the Q-Flash utility in Boot Menu is effective for one time only.... BIOS Setup - 32 - Note: The setting in BIOS Setup. : SYSTEM INFORMATION Press the key to display your system information. : BOOT MENU Boot Menu allows you to accept. After system restart, the device boot ...
... down arrow key to select the first boot device, then press to set the first boot device without having to enter BIOS Setup first. Function Keys Function Keys: : BIOS SETUP\Q-FLASH Press the key to enter BIOS Setup or to access the Q-Flash utility in Boot Menu is effective for one time only.... BIOS Setup - 32 - Note: The setting in BIOS Setup. : SYSTEM INFORMATION Press the key to display your system information. : BOOT MENU Boot Menu allows you to accept. After system restart, the device boot ...
User Manual
Page 33
... to the main menu of the BIOS Setup program, press arrow keys to move through the motherboard image and click to accept or enter a sub-menu. The 3D BIOS Screen (Default) On GIGABYTE's uniquely designed 3D BIOS screen, you want. (Sample BIOS Version: F3c) Switch to configure ...CPU/memory frequency, memory timings, and voltage settings. The Main Menu of the BIOS Setup Program On the main menu of the BIOS Setup Program.) B. For example...
... to the main menu of the BIOS Setup program, press arrow keys to move through the motherboard image and click to accept or enter a sub-menu. The 3D BIOS Screen (Default) On GIGABYTE's uniquely designed 3D BIOS screen, you want. (Sample BIOS Version: F3c) Switch to configure ...CPU/memory frequency, memory timings, and voltage settings. The Main Menu of the BIOS Setup Program On the main menu of the BIOS Setup Program.) B. For example...
User Manual
Page 34
... for the current submenus Access the Q-Flash utility Display system information Save all the changes made in this menu to the CMOS and exit BIOS Setup. BIOS Setup - 34 - Or check the system/CPU temperatures, voltages, and fan speeds. „ System Use this chapter are for reference ...only and may differ by the BIOS and system time and date. BIOS Setup Program Function Keys Move the selection bar to select a setup menu Move the selection bar to select an configuration item...
... for the current submenus Access the Q-Flash utility Display system information Save all the changes made in this menu to the CMOS and exit BIOS Setup. BIOS Setup - 34 - Or check the system/CPU temperatures, voltages, and fan speeds. „ System Use this chapter are for reference ...only and may differ by the BIOS and system time and date. BIOS Setup Program Function Keys Move the selection bar to select a setup menu Move the selection bar to select an configuration item...
User Manual
Page 35
....) This section provides information on your overall system configurations. This page is for advanced users only and we recommend you made is dependent on the BIOS version, CPU base clock, CPU frequency, memory frequency, total memory size , CPU temperature, Vcore, and memory voltage. - 35...
....) This section provides information on your overall system configurations. This page is for advanced users only and we recommend you made is dependent on the BIOS version, CPU base clock, CPU frequency, memory frequency, total memory size , CPU temperature, Vcore, and memory voltage. - 35...
User Manual
Page 36
...) Important: It is from 400 MHz to 3200 MHz. (Default: Auto) & CPU Clock Ratio Allows you to alter the clock ratio for the installed CPU. BIOS Setup - 36 - Current Status This screen provides information on the CPU being installed. & CPU Frequency Displays the current operating CPU frequency. The adjustable range is...
...) Important: It is from 400 MHz to 3200 MHz. (Default: Auto) & CPU Clock Ratio Allows you to alter the clock ratio for the installed CPU. BIOS Setup - 36 - Current Status This screen provides information on the CPU being installed. & CPU Frequency Displays the current operating CPU frequency. The adjustable range is...
User Manual
Page 37
...the CPU specifications. (Default: Auto) & Core Current Limit (Amps) Allows you to set a current limit for CPU Turbo mode. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) (Note) This item is present only when you install a CPU that supports this setting. (Default: Auto...the CPU specifications. (Default: Auto) & CPU Core Enabled (Note) Allows you to determine whether to enable the Intel CPU Turbo Boost technology. BIOS Setup For more information about Intel CPUs' unique features, please visit Intel's website. - 37 - ` Advanced CPU Core Features & CPU Clock ...
...the CPU specifications. (Default: Auto) & Core Current Limit (Amps) Allows you to set a current limit for CPU Turbo mode. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) (Note) This item is present only when you install a CPU that supports this setting. (Default: Auto...the CPU specifications. (Default: Auto) & CPU Core Enabled (Note) Allows you to determine whether to enable the Intel CPU Turbo Boost technology. BIOS Setup For more information about Intel CPUs' unique features, please visit Intel's website. - 37 - ` Advanced CPU Core Features & CPU Clock ...
User Manual
Page 38
...Uses Profile 1 settings. Profile2 (Note 2) Uses Profile 2 settings. & System Memory Multiplier Allows you to set the system memory multiplier. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) & CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) (Note 1) Enables or disables Intel CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) function, a ... that support this setting. (Default: Auto) & CPU EIST Function (Note 1) Enables or disables Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology (EIST). BIOS Setup - 38 - When enabled, the CPU core frequency and voltage will be reduced when the CPU is the normal operating frequency of...
...Uses Profile 1 settings. Profile2 (Note 2) Uses Profile 2 settings. & System Memory Multiplier Allows you to set the system memory multiplier. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) & CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) (Note 1) Enables or disables Intel CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) function, a ... that support this setting. (Default: Auto) & CPU EIST Function (Note 1) Enables or disables Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology (EIST). BIOS Setup - 38 - When enabled, the CPU core frequency and voltage will be reduced when the CPU is the normal operating frequency of...
User Manual
Page 39
... configure this setting. (Default: Auto) (Note) This item is set to increase memory performance and stability. BIOS Setup Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this feature. - 39 - Enabled allows the system to simultaneously access different channels of the memory to Profile1 or Profile2, this item will display ...
... configure this setting. (Default: Auto) (Note) This item is set to increase memory performance and stability. BIOS Setup Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this feature. - 39 - Enabled allows the system to simultaneously access different channels of the memory to Profile1 or Profile2, this item will display ...
