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... installed B. For example, to Control Panel > System and Security > Administrative Tools > Computer Management >Storage > Disk Management. At the diskpart prompt, type the following commands in BIOS Setup 4. Intel Rapid Start Technology enabled in sequence. Open Disk Management Tool Step 1: Go to set up Intel Rapid Start Store Partition Open the command...
... installed B. For example, to Control Panel > System and Security > Administrative Tools > Computer Management >Storage > Disk Management. At the diskpart prompt, type the following commands in BIOS Setup 4. Intel Rapid Start Technology enabled in sequence. Open Disk Management Tool Step 1: Go to set up Intel Rapid Start Store Partition Open the command...
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... after completing the commands above. After the installation is volume of the selected disk and the volumes on that you to enter the BIOS Setup program. Figure 3 Figure 4 D. Go to the Peripherals menu and set id=D3BFE2DE-3DAF-11DF-BA40-E3A556D89593 You have created ...Technology in the notification area. E. Launch the Intel Rapid Start Technology Manager application from Start\All Programs\Intel or click the icon in BIOS Setup 1. Restart your store partition. While in Advanced Settings allows you change the partition type (set id="XXX"), enter the following command ...
... after completing the commands above. After the installation is volume of the selected disk and the volumes on that you to enter the BIOS Setup program. Figure 3 Figure 4 D. Go to the Peripherals menu and set id=D3BFE2DE-3DAF-11DF-BA40-E3A556D89593 You have created ...Technology in the notification area. E. Launch the Intel Rapid Start Technology Manager application from Start\All Programs\Intel or click the icon in BIOS Setup 1. Restart your store partition. While in Advanced Settings allows you change the partition type (set id="XXX"), enter the following command ...
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...®, Microsoft Windows Live™ Mail, and Seesmic®. Step 2: As shown in the left screenshot below, click the Start button and type regedit in BIOS Setup 2. The user can obtain the latest data when the computer is suspended (sleeping). Look for S3 mode only. A. Windows 7 with SP1 3. Restart your system...
...®, Microsoft Windows Live™ Mail, and Seesmic®. Step 2: As shown in the left screenshot below, click the Start button and type regedit in BIOS Setup 2. The user can obtain the latest data when the computer is suspended (sleeping). Look for S3 mode only. A. Windows 7 with SP1 3. Restart your system...
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... click Enable acceleration. The maximum cache memory size is 11.0 or above. System Requirements 1. An Intel Chipset-based motherboard 2. Step 2: Find the IRST icon in BIOS Setup 4. An Intel Core series processor 3. It is recommended that you have installed the operating system before enabling the Smart Response Technology.
... click Enable acceleration. The maximum cache memory size is 11.0 or above. System Requirements 1. An Intel Chipset-based motherboard 2. Step 2: Find the IRST icon in BIOS Setup 4. An Intel Core series processor 3. It is recommended that you have installed the operating system before enabling the Smart Response Technology.
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... read the User's Manual. Changes to the specifications and features in this product, GIGABYTE provides the following types of documentations: For quick set-up of GIGABYTE. Copyright © 2012 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. Check your motherboard looks ...their respective owners. 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. Disclaimer Information in this : "REV:...
... read the User's Manual. Changes to the specifications and features in this product, GIGABYTE provides the following types of documentations: For quick set-up of GIGABYTE. Copyright © 2012 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. Check your motherboard looks ...their respective owners. 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. Disclaimer Information in this : "REV:...
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Table of 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... 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...43 2-5 BIOS Features 44 2-6 Peripherals...46 2-7 Power Management 50 2-8 Save & Exit...52 - 4 -
Table of 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... 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...43 2-5 BIOS Features 44 2-6 Peripherals...46 2-7 Power Management 50 2-8 Save & Exit...52 - 4 -
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... 54 3-4 Contact...55 3-5 System...55 3-6 Download Center 56 3-7 New Program 56 Chapter 4 Unique Features 57 4-1 Xpress Recovery2 57 4-2 BIOS Update Utilities 60 4-2-1 Updating the BIOS with the Q-Flash Utility 60 4-2-2 Updating the BIOS with the @BIOS Utility 63 4-3 Q-Share...64 4-4 eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D 65 4-5 Auto Green...66 4-6 Intel Rapid Start Technology 67 4-7 Intel Smart...
... 54 3-4 Contact...55 3-5 System...55 3-6 Download Center 56 3-7 New Program 56 Chapter 4 Unique Features 57 4-1 Xpress Recovery2 57 4-2 BIOS Update Utilities 60 4-2-1 Updating the BIOS with the Q-Flash Utility 60 4-2-2 Updating the BIOS with the @BIOS Utility 63 4-3 Q-Share...64 4-4 eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D 65 4-5 Auto Green...66 4-6 Intel Rapid Start Technology 67 4-7 Intel Smart...
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GA-Z77-DS3H/GA-H77-DS3H Motherboard Block Diagram 1 PCI Express x16 PCIe CLK (100 MHz) ... x1 Intel® Z77j/ H77k PCI Express Bus x1 PCIe to USB 2.0 transfer speed. - 8 - k 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...BIOS 2 SATA 6Gb/s 3 SATA 3Gb/s 1 mSATA 8 USB 2.0/1.1 PCI Bus CODEC 4 USB 3.0 (Note 2)/2.0 LPC Bus iTE COM Super I/O PS/2 KB/Mouse MIC (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-Z77-DS3H...
GA-Z77-DS3H/GA-H77-DS3H Motherboard Block Diagram 1 PCI Express x16 PCIe CLK (100 MHz) ... x1 Intel® Z77j/ H77k PCI Express Bus x1 PCIe to USB 2.0 transfer speed. - 8 - k 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...BIOS 2 SATA 6Gb/s 3 SATA 3Gb/s 1 mSATA 8 USB 2.0/1.1 PCI Bus CODEC 4 USB 3.0 (Note 2)/2.0 LPC Bus iTE COM Super I/O PS/2 KB/Mouse MIC (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-Z77-DS3H...
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...depend on the CPU/system cooler you install. 2 x 64 Mbit flash Use of licensed AMI EFI BIOS Support for DualBIOS™ PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.0, SM BIOS 2.6, ACPI 2.0a Support for @BIOS Support for Q-Flash Support for Xpress Install Support for Xpress Recovery2 Support for eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D) Support... Start Technology Intel® Smart Connect Technology Support for Microsoft® Windows 7/XP ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 21.5cm * GIGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to the product specifications and product-related information without prior notice. Hardware Installation - 12 -
...depend on the CPU/system cooler you install. 2 x 64 Mbit flash Use of licensed AMI EFI BIOS Support for DualBIOS™ PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.0, SM BIOS 2.6, ACPI 2.0a Support for @BIOS Support for Q-Flash Support for Xpress Install Support for Xpress Recovery2 Support for eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D) Support... Start Technology Intel® Smart Connect Technology Support for Microsoft® Windows 7/XP ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 21.5cm * GIGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to the product specifications and product-related information without prior notice. Hardware Installation - 12 -
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...memory module can be enabled if only one direction. If you install them in only one DDR3 memory module is installed, the BIOS will double the original memory bandwidth. Enabling Dual Channel memory mode will automatically detect the specifications and capacity of the same capacity,... the motherboard supports the memory. DS/SS (SS=Single-Sided, DS=Double-Sided, "- -"=No Memory) DDR3_4 DDR3_2 DDR3_3 DDR3_1 Due 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...
...memory module can be enabled if only one direction. If you install them in only one DDR3 memory module is installed, the BIOS will double the original memory bandwidth. Enabling Dual Channel memory mode will automatically detect the specifications and capacity of the same capacity,... the motherboard supports the memory. DS/SS (SS=Single-Sided, DS=Double-Sided, "- -"=No Memory) DDR3_4 DDR3_2 DDR3_3 DDR3_1 Due 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...
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... the expansion card in the slot. 3. Install the driver provided with the slot, and press down on your card. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to make any required BIOS changes for your operating system. 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card Read the following guidelines before installing an expansion card to prevent hardware damage.
... the expansion card in the slot. 3. Install the driver provided with the slot, and press down on your card. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to make any required BIOS changes for your operating system. 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card Read the following guidelines before installing an expansion card to prevent hardware damage.
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... installing the HDMI device, make sure to set Intel(R) Display Audio to connect your operating system. The screenshot below is 1920x1200, but not during the BIOS Setup or POST process. (Note) The DVI-D port does not support D-Sub connection by adapter. - 19 - Hardware Installation Connect a monitor that supports DVI-D connection to...
... installing the HDMI device, make sure to set Intel(R) Display Audio to connect your operating system. The screenshot below is 1920x1200, but not during the BIOS Setup or POST process. (Note) The DVI-D port does not support D-Sub connection by adapter. - 19 - Hardware Installation Connect a monitor that supports DVI-D connection to...
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...DIP 1 23 1 DIP 1 23 1 DIP 1 23 PCIe power connector (SATA)(X58A-OC) SMB_CPT (GA-IVB) CLR_CMOS CI DIS_ME GP15_CPT (GA-IVB) 8) BAT (Battery) The battery provides power to keep the values (such as BIOS configurations, daXtDeP, _aCnPdUtime information) er 3) in the power cord and restart your computer. •• Always...-v_IVPoBClt)Hage drops to a low level, or the CMOS values may not be accurate or may clear the CMOS values by the Intel Z77/H77 Chipset) The mSATA connector conforms to SATA 3Gb/s standard and can connect to touch the positive and negative terminals of the battery ...
...DIP 1 23 1 DIP 1 23 1 DIP 1 23 PCIe power connector (SATA)(X58A-OC) SMB_CPT (GA-IVB) CLR_CMOS CI DIS_ME GP15_CPT (GA-IVB) 8) BAT (Battery) The battery provides power to keep the values (such as BIOS configurations, daXtDeP, _aCnPdUtime information) er 3) in the power cord and restart your computer. •• Always...-v_IVPoBClt)Hage drops to a low level, or the CMOS values may not be accurate or may clear the CMOS values by the Intel Z77/H77 Chipset) The mSATA connector conforms to SATA 3Gb/s standard and can connect to touch the positive and negative terminals of the battery ...
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... may differ by issuing a beep code. The LED is 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 power switch on the chassis that can detect if the chassis cover...
... may differ by issuing a beep code. The LED is 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 power switch on the chassis that can detect if the chassis cover...
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... 7 NC 8 No Pin 8 No Pin 9 LINE2_L 9 Line Out (L) 10 GND 10 NC F_PANEL (H61M-D2) DIP 1 23 1 DIP 1 23 1 DIP 1 23 1 BIOS Switcher (X58A-OC) DB_•P•ORTThe front panel audio header supports HD audio by expansion cardsP)CfIoerpodwigeritcaolnaneucdtoiro(SoAuTtAp)(uXt5f8rAo-mOC)your motherboard to mute... module, refer to1the instructions on each wire instead of the motherboard header. Definition XDP_CPU 1 1 SPDIFO XDP_PCH 2 GND (GA-IVB) - 27 - ACPI_CPT (GA-IVB) SMB_CPT (GA-IVB) CLR_CMOS CI DIS_ME GP15_CPT (GA-IVB) Voltage measurement points(G1.Sniper 3) Pin No.
... 7 NC 8 No Pin 8 No Pin 9 LINE2_L 9 Line Out (L) 10 GND 10 NC F_PANEL (H61M-D2) DIP 1 23 1 DIP 1 23 1 DIP 1 23 1 BIOS Switcher (X58A-OC) DB_•P•ORTThe front panel audio header supports HD audio by expansion cardsP)CfIoerpodwigeritcaolnaneucdtoiro(SoAuTtAp)(uXt5f8rAo-mOC)your motherboard to mute... module, refer to1the instructions on each wire instead of the motherboard header. Definition XDP_CPU 1 1 SPDIFO XDP_PCH 2 GND (GA-IVB) - 27 - ACPI_CPT (GA-IVB) SMB_CPT (GA-IVB) CLR_CMOS CI DIS_ME GP15_CPT (GA-IVB) Voltage measurement points(G1.Sniper 3) Pin No.
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... two USB 3.0/2.0 ports, please contact the local dealer. 20 10 11 TPM w/housing Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Definition VBUS SSRX1SSRX1+ GND SSTX1SSTX1+ GND D1D1+ NC DB_PORT 1 1 BIOS Switche 1 1 Pin No. Definition 11 VoDlt2ag+e measurement module(X58A-OC) 12 D213 GND 14 SSTX2+ 15 SSTX216 GND 17 SSPRCXIe2p+ower connector (SATA)(X58A-OC...
... two USB 3.0/2.0 ports, please contact the local dealer. 20 10 11 TPM w/housing Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Definition VBUS SSRX1SSRX1+ GND SSTX1SSTX1+ GND D1D1+ NC DB_PORT 1 1 BIOS Switche 1 1 Pin No. Definition 11 VoDlt2ag+e measurement module(X58A-OC) 12 D213 GND 14 SSTX2+ 15 SSTX216 GND 17 SSPRCXIe2p+ower connector (SATA)(X58A-OC...
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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 touch the two pins for BIOS configurations). - 29 - For purchasing the optional COM port cable, please contact the local dealer... COM header can provide one serial port via an optional COM port cable. To clear the CMOS values, use a metal object like a screwdriver to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," for a few seconds. Hardware Installation
... 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 touch the two pins for BIOS configurations). - 29 - For purchasing the optional COM port cable, please contact the local dealer... COM header can provide one serial port via an optional COM port cable. To clear the CMOS values, use a metal object like a screwdriver to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," for a few seconds. Hardware Installation
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... system, etc. To flash the BIOS, do not encounter problems using the Q-Flash and @BIOS utilities, refer to clear the CMOS values.) - 31 - BIOS Setup BIOS includes a BIOS Setup program that you not alter the default settings (unless you not flash the BIOS. To upgrade the BIOS, use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash or @BIOS utility. •• Q-Flash allows...
... system, etc. To flash the BIOS, do not encounter problems using the Q-Flash and @BIOS utilities, refer to clear the CMOS values.) - 31 - BIOS Setup BIOS includes a BIOS Setup program that you not alter the default settings (unless you not flash the BIOS. To upgrade the BIOS, use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash or @BIOS utility. •• Q-Flash allows...
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... settings. : Q-FLASH Press the key to access the Q-Flash utility in Boot Menu is effective for one time only. Note: The setting in BIOS Setup. : SYSTEM INFORMATION Press the key to display your system information. : BOOT MENU Boot Menu allows you to set the first boot device without having ...to accept. In Boot Menu, use the up arrow key or the down arrow key to select the first boot device, then press to enter BIOS Setup first. BIOS Setup - 32 - 2-1 Startup Screen The following startup Logo screen will boot from the device immediately.
... settings. : Q-FLASH Press the key to access the Q-Flash utility in Boot Menu is effective for one time only. Note: The setting in BIOS Setup. : SYSTEM INFORMATION Press the key to display your system information. : BOOT MENU Boot Menu allows you to set the first boot device without having ...to accept. In Boot Menu, use the up arrow key or the down arrow key to select the first boot device, then press to enter BIOS Setup first. BIOS Setup - 32 - 2-1 Startup Screen The following startup Logo screen will boot from the device immediately.
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... enter a sub-menu. For more detailed configuration items, you can use your mouse to select the item you want. (Sample BIOS Version: E14) Switch to 3D BIOS screen Setup Menus Enter Q-Flash Select Default Language Help Function Keys Configuration Items Current Settings - 33 - Or you can use your...the items and press to configure CPU/memory frequency, memory timings, and voltage settings. 2-2 The Main Menu A. The 3D BIOS Screen (Default) On GIGABYTE's uniquely designed 3D BIOS screen, you can click the function menu icons at the bottom of the screen or press to switch to the main ...
... enter a sub-menu. For more detailed configuration items, you can use your mouse to select the item you want. (Sample BIOS Version: E14) Switch to 3D BIOS screen Setup Menus Enter Q-Flash Select Default Language Help Function Keys Configuration Items Current Settings - 33 - Or you can use your...the items and press to configure CPU/memory frequency, memory timings, and voltage settings. 2-2 The Main Menu A. The 3D BIOS Screen (Default) On GIGABYTE's uniquely designed 3D BIOS screen, you can click the function menu icons at the bottom of the screen or press to switch to the main ...