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... Refer to restart your computer. IDE mode not supported 5. AHCI/RAID mode supported (please note if the SSD has been assigned as a member of future memory upgrade scenarios.) Step 4: When completed, click Shrink. (Figure 2) Figure 1 Figure 2 C. At the diskpart prompt, type the following commands in BIOS Setup... commands, be used to take care of a RAID array, it is assumed Windows 7 is to create a partition equal to the maximum memory capacity supported on the SATA hard drive. Intel Rapid Start Technology A. Note: The commands for the exact disk number) (Create the primary store...
... Refer to restart your computer. IDE mode not supported 5. AHCI/RAID mode supported (please note if the SSD has been assigned as a member of future memory upgrade scenarios.) Step 4: When completed, click Shrink. (Figure 2) Figure 1 Figure 2 C. At the diskpart prompt, type the following commands in BIOS Setup... commands, be used to take care of a RAID array, it is assumed Windows 7 is to create a partition equal to the maximum memory capacity supported on the SATA hard drive. Intel Rapid Start Technology A. Note: The commands for the exact disk number) (Create the primary store...
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... mode. E. Restart your store partition. DISKPART>detail disk DISKPART>select volume X DISKPART>set Intel Rapid Start Technology to Enabled. 2. Refer to the results from the memory to the SSD after completing the commands above. Enabling the Intel Rapid Start Technology in the notification area. Launch the Intel Rapid Start Technology Manager...
... mode. E. Restart your store partition. DISKPART>detail disk DISKPART>select volume X DISKPART>set Intel Rapid Start Technology to Enabled. 2. Refer to the results from the memory to the SSD after completing the commands above. Enabling the Intel Rapid Start Technology in the notification area. Launch the Intel Rapid Start Technology Manager...
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... click Enable acceleration. If you enable RAID mode. An Intel Core series processor 3. Windows 7 with SP1 (Note 2) 6. It is 11.0 or above. The maximum cache memory size is 64 GB. RAID enabled for storing your computer when completed. Intel Smart Response A. An Intel Chipset-based motherboard 2. j k (Note 1) The SSD works as...
... click Enable acceleration. If you enable RAID mode. An Intel Core series processor 3. Windows 7 with SP1 (Note 2) 6. It is 11.0 or above. The maximum cache memory size is 64 GB. RAID enabled for storing your computer when completed. Intel Smart Response A. An Intel Chipset-based motherboard 2. j k (Note 1) The SSD works as...
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...recommended). • Enhanced mode (default) In this mode, cached data is written to the accelerated disk or volume at intervals to the cache memory and the disk simultaneously. In the event that data will be used if more than one SSD is written to increase performance. The "Enable ...Acceleration" Dialog Box: Select the SSD to be lost. Select the size allocated for the cache memory, the hard disk/ volume to accelerate, and the acceleration mode, click OK to the accelerated disk or volume, then that the accelerated disk ...
...recommended). • Enhanced mode (default) In this mode, cached data is written to the accelerated disk or volume at intervals to the cache memory and the disk simultaneously. In the event that data will be used if more than one SSD is written to increase performance. The "Enable ...Acceleration" Dialog Box: Select the SSD to be lost. Select the size allocated for the cache memory, the hard disk/ volume to accelerate, and the acceleration mode, click OK to the accelerated disk or volume, then that the accelerated disk ...
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... Contents Box Contents...6 Optional Items...6 GA-Z77-DS3H/GA-H77-DS3H Motherboard Layout 7 GA-Z77-DS3H/GA-H77-DS3H 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 15 1-4 Installing the Memory 16 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration 16 1-4-2 Installing a Memory 17 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card 18...
... Contents Box Contents...6 Optional Items...6 GA-Z77-DS3H/GA-H77-DS3H Motherboard Layout 7 GA-Z77-DS3H/GA-H77-DS3H 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 15 1-4 Installing the Memory 16 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration 16 1-4-2 Installing a Memory 17 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card 18...
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k Only for GA-Z77-DS3H. GA-Z77-DS3H/GA-H77-DS3H Motherboard Block Diagram 1 PCI Express x16 PCIe CLK (100 MHz) LGA1155 CPU CPU CLK+/- (100 MHz) DDR3 1600 (Note 1)/1333/1066 MHz Dual Channel Memory PCI Express Bus x16 DMI 2.0 FDI LAN RJ45 DVI 1 PCI Express x4 2 PCI Express x1 Atheros GbE LAN x1 x4 x1 ... (Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out) Line Out (Front Speaker Out) Line In (Rear Speaker Out) S/PDIF Out 2 PCI PCI CLK (33 MHz) j Only for GA-H77-DS3H. (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...
k Only for GA-Z77-DS3H. GA-Z77-DS3H/GA-H77-DS3H Motherboard Block Diagram 1 PCI Express x16 PCIe CLK (100 MHz) LGA1155 CPU CPU CLK+/- (100 MHz) DDR3 1600 (Note 1)/1333/1066 MHz Dual Channel Memory PCI Express Bus x16 DMI 2.0 FDI LAN RJ45 DVI 1 PCI Express x4 2 PCI Express x1 Atheros GbE LAN x1 x4 x1 ... (Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out) Line Out (Front Speaker Out) Line In (Rear Speaker Out) S/PDIF Out 2 PCI PCI CLK (33 MHz) j Only for GA-H77-DS3H. (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...
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.... •• When connecting hardware components to the internal connectors on the computer power during the installation process can become damaged as a motherboard, CPU or memory. Hardware Installation 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...
.... •• When connecting hardware components to the internal connectors on the computer power during the installation process can become damaged as a motherboard, CPU or memory. Hardware Installation 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...
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Support for S/PDIF Out Atheros GbE LAN chip (10/100/1000 Mbit) 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, running at up to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory modules.) Integrated Graphics Processor: - 1 x D-Sub port - 1 x DVI-D port, supporting a maximum resolution of 1920x1200 * The DVI-D... DDR3 1600 MHz, you must install an Intel 22nm (Ivy Bridge) CPU. Dual channel memory architecture Support for GA-Z77-DS3H. k Only for Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory modules * To support XMP memory, you must install an Intel 22nm (Ivy Bridge) CPU.k (Go to x4 mode when...
Support for S/PDIF Out Atheros GbE LAN chip (10/100/1000 Mbit) 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, running at up to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory modules.) Integrated Graphics Processor: - 1 x D-Sub port - 1 x DVI-D port, supporting a maximum resolution of 1920x1200 * The DVI-D... DDR3 1600 MHz, you must install an Intel 22nm (Ivy Bridge) CPU. Dual channel memory architecture Support for GA-Z77-DS3H. k Only for Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory modules * To support XMP memory, you must install an Intel 22nm (Ivy Bridge) CPU.k (Go to x4 mode when...
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Hardware Installation 1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler Read the following guidelines before installing the CPU to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) •• Always turn on the computer if the CPU cooler is not recommended that the system... the power outlet before you wish to set beyond the standard specifications, please do so according to your hardware specifications including the CPU, graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc. 1-3-1 Installing the CPU A. If you begin to install the CPU: •• Make sure that the motherboard supports the CPU. (...
Hardware Installation 1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler Read the following guidelines before installing the CPU to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) •• Always turn on the computer if the CPU cooler is not recommended that the system... the power outlet before you wish to set beyond the standard specifications, please do so according to your hardware specifications including the CPU, graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc. 1-3-1 Installing the CPU A. If you begin to install the CPU: •• Make sure that the motherboard supports the CPU. (...
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...Dual Channel mode with two memory modules, we recommend that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be installed in the same colored DDR3 sockets. The four DDR3 memory sockets are unable 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 outlet before installing the memory in the DDR3_1 and DDR3_2 ...
...Dual Channel mode with two memory modules, we recommend that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be installed in the same colored DDR3 sockets. The four DDR3 memory sockets are unable 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 outlet before installing the memory in the DDR3_1 and DDR3_2 ...
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... direction. Step 1: Note the orientation of the memory, push down on the memory and insert it can only fit in the memory sockets. Notch DDR3 DIMM A DDR3 memory module has a notch, so it vertically into place when the memory module is securely inserted. - 17 - 1-4-2 Installing a Memory Before installing a memory module, make sure to turn off the computer...
... direction. Step 1: Note the orientation of the memory, push down on the memory and insert it can only fit in the memory sockets. Notch DDR3 DIMM A DDR3 memory module has a notch, so it vertically into place when the memory module is securely inserted. - 17 - 1-4-2 Installing a Memory Before installing a memory module, make sure to turn off the computer...
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The 3D BIOS Screen (Default) On GIGABYTE's uniquely designed 3D BIOS screen, you want. (Sample BIOS Version: E14) Switch to enter the function menu in each area for quick configuration. For example, ... main menu of the BIOS Setup Program.) B. BIOS Setup Or you can use your mouse to move among the items and press to configure CPU/memory frequency, memory timings, and voltage settings. 2-2 The Main Menu A. For more detailed configuration items, you can use your mouse arrow over the CPU and...
The 3D BIOS Screen (Default) On GIGABYTE's uniquely designed 3D BIOS screen, you want. (Sample BIOS Version: E14) Switch to enter the function menu in each area for quick configuration. For example, ... main menu of the BIOS Setup Program.) B. BIOS Setup Or you can use your mouse to move among the items and press to configure CPU/memory frequency, memory timings, and voltage settings. 2-2 The Main Menu A. For more detailed configuration items, you can use your mouse arrow over the CPU and...
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BIOS Setup - 34 - You can save it to configure the clock, frequency, and voltages of your CPU and memory, etc. This menu also displays information on the devices connected to the SATA ports. BIOS Features Use this menu to configure the device ...
BIOS Setup - 34 - You can save it to configure the clock, frequency, and voltages of your CPU and memory, etc. This menu also displays information on the devices connected to the SATA ports. BIOS Features Use this menu to configure the device ...
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This page is dependent on the BIOS version, CPU base clock, CPU frequency, memory frequency, total memory size , CPU temperature, Vcore, and memory voltage. - 35 - Incorrectly doing overclock/overvoltage may result in damage to CPU, chipset, or memory and reduce the useful life of these components. If this occurs, clear the CMOS values and reset...
This page is dependent on the BIOS version, CPU base clock, CPU frequency, memory frequency, total memory size , CPU temperature, Vcore, and memory voltage. - 35 - Incorrectly doing overclock/overvoltage may result in damage to CPU, chipset, or memory and reduce the useful life of these components. If this occurs, clear the CMOS values and reset...
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... set in accordance with the CPU specifications. && Internal Graphics Clock Allows you to set the onboard graphics clock. The adjustable range is dependent on CPU/memory frequencies/parameters. `` Advanced Frequency Settings && CPU/PCIe Base Clock Allows you to manually set the CPU base clock and PCIe bus frequency in 0.01 MHz...
... set in accordance with the CPU specifications. && Internal Graphics Clock Allows you to set the onboard graphics clock. The adjustable range is dependent on CPU/memory frequencies/parameters. `` Advanced Frequency Settings && CPU/PCIe Base Clock Allows you to manually set the CPU base clock and PCIe bus frequency in 0.01 MHz...
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...CPU loading, Intel EIST technology can dynamically and effectively lower the CPU voltage and core frequency to memory SPD data. (Default: Auto) && Memory Frequency (MHz) The first memory frequency value is a more information about Intel CPUs' unique features, please visit Intel's website. ...2) This item is present only when you to determine whether to set the system memory multiplier. BIOS Setup - 38 - the second is the memory frequency that is automatically adjusted according to enhance memory performance when enabled. Disabled Disables this setting. (Default: Auto) && CPU EIST...
...CPU loading, Intel EIST technology can dynamically and effectively lower the CPU voltage and core frequency to memory SPD data. (Default: Auto) && Memory Frequency (MHz) The first memory frequency value is a more information about Intel CPUs' unique features, please visit Intel's website. ...2) This item is present only when you to determine whether to set the system memory multiplier. BIOS Setup - 38 - the second is the memory frequency that is automatically adjusted according to enhance memory performance when enabled. Disabled Disables this setting. (Default: Auto) && CPU EIST...
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... system operate at its best performance level. && DRAM Timing Selectable Quick and Expert allows the Channel Interleaving, Rank Interleaving, and memory timing settings below to Profile1 or Profile2, this item will display the value based on the SPD data on the XMP... VTT Voltage The value displayed here is dependent on the CPU being used. && Channel Interleaving Enables or disables memory channel interleaving. When Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) is set to increase memory performance and stability. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) (Note) This item is...
... system operate at its best performance level. && DRAM Timing Selectable Quick and Expert allows the Channel Interleaving, Rank Interleaving, and memory timing settings below to Profile1 or Profile2, this item will display the value based on the SPD data on the XMP... VTT Voltage The value displayed here is dependent on the CPU being used. && Channel Interleaving Enables or disables memory channel interleaving. When Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) is set to increase memory performance and stability. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) (Note) This item is...
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`` Channel A/B Timing Settings This sub-menu provides memory timing settings for each channel of memory. BIOS Setup - 40 - If this occurs, please reset the board to Quick or Expert. Note: Your system may become unstable or fail to boot after you to set to default values by loading optimized defaults or clearing the CMOS values. `` Advanced Voltage Settings This sub-menu allows you make changes on the memory timings. The respective timing setting screens are configurable only when DRAM Timing Selectable is set CPU and memory voltages.
`` Channel A/B Timing Settings This sub-menu provides memory timing settings for each channel of memory. BIOS Setup - 40 - If this occurs, please reset the board to Quick or Expert. Note: Your system may become unstable or fail to boot after you to set to default values by loading optimized defaults or clearing the CMOS values. `` Advanced Voltage Settings This sub-menu allows you make changes on the memory timings. The respective timing setting screens are configurable only when DRAM Timing Selectable is set CPU and memory voltages.
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..., and second. BIOS Setup is week (read-only), month, date and year. You can enable/disable each SATA port controlled by Intel Z77/H77 Chipset.You can also select the default language used by the BIOS and manually set , the default will display as Administrator.) The Administrator... level allows you to make changes to all . `` ATA Port Information This section provides information on your CPU, memory, motherboard model, and BIOS version. For example, 1 p.m. Use to switch between the Hour, Minute, and Second fields and use the or key...
..., and second. BIOS Setup is week (read-only), month, date and year. You can enable/disable each SATA port controlled by Intel Z77/H77 Chipset.You can also select the default language used by the BIOS and manually set , the default will display as Administrator.) The Administrator... level allows you to make changes to all . `` ATA Port Information This section provides information on your CPU, memory, motherboard model, and BIOS version. For example, 1 p.m. Use to switch between the Hour, Minute, and Second fields and use the or key...
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...Default: Enabled) If you wish to install a 3rd party add-in audio card instead of using the onboard audio, set the onboard graphics memory size. Set this setting. (Default) IGFX Sets the onboard graphics as the first display. PEG Sets the PCI Express graphics card on... slot as the first display. && Internal Graphics Enables or disables the onboard graphics function. (Default: Auto) && Internal Graphics Memory Size Allows you to allocate the DVMT memory size of the onboard graphics. && xHCI Streams Enables or disables multi-stream data transfer. Note: For Windows 7 USB 3.0 ...
...Default: Enabled) If you wish to install a 3rd party add-in audio card instead of using the onboard audio, set the onboard graphics memory size. Set this setting. (Default) IGFX Sets the onboard graphics as the first display. PEG Sets the PCI Express graphics card on... slot as the first display. && Internal Graphics Enables or disables the onboard graphics function. (Default: Auto) && Internal Graphics Memory Size Allows you to allocate the DVMT memory size of the onboard graphics. && xHCI Streams Enables or disables multi-stream data transfer. Note: For Windows 7 USB 3.0 ...