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.... For detailed product information, carefully read the User's Manual. Disclaimer Information in the use of this manual may be made by copyright laws and is protected by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. No part of the motherboard is 1.0. The trademarks... 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. For example, "REV: 1.0" means the revision of this manual may be reproduced, copied, translated,...
.... For detailed product information, carefully read the User's Manual. Disclaimer Information in the use of this manual may be made by copyright laws and is protected by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. No part of the motherboard is 1.0. The trademarks... 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. For example, "REV: 1.0" means the revision of this manual may be reproduced, copied, translated,...
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Chapter 3 Drivers Installation 59 3-1 Installing Chipset Drivers 59 3-2 Application Software 60 3-3 Technical Manuals 60 3-4 Contact...61 3-5 System...61 3-6 Download Center 62 3-7 New Program 62 Chapter 4 Unique Features 63 4-1 BIOS Update Utilities 63 4-1-1 Updating the BIOS with the Q-Flash ...
Chapter 3 Drivers Installation 59 3-1 Installing Chipset Drivers 59 3-2 Application Software 60 3-3 Technical Manuals 60 3-4 Contact...61 3-5 System...61 3-6 Download Center 62 3-7 New Program 62 Chapter 4 Unique Features 63 4-1 BIOS Update Utilities 63 4-1-1 Updating the BIOS with the Q-Flash ...
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... contents above are subject to -DVI adapter (Part No. 12CT2-HDMI01-1*R) COM port cable (Part No. 12CF1-1CM001-3*R) - 6 - Box Contents ;; User's Manual ;; Four SATA 6Gb/s cables ;; The box contents are for reference only and the actual items shall depend on the product package you obtain. Motherboard driver disk ;; GA-Z77-HD3 motherboard ;;
... contents above are subject to -DVI adapter (Part No. 12CT2-HDMI01-1*R) COM port cable (Part No. 12CF1-1CM001-3*R) - 6 - Box Contents ;; User's Manual ;; Four SATA 6Gb/s cables ;; The box contents are for reference only and the actual items shall depend on the product package you obtain. Motherboard driver disk ;; GA-Z77-HD3 motherboard ;;
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Prior to installation, carefully read the user's manual and follow these procedures: •• Prior to installation, make sure the chassis is best to wear an electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap when handling ...
Prior to installation, carefully read the user's manual and follow these procedures: •• Prior to installation, make sure the chassis is best to wear an electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap when handling ...
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... the Male and Female push pins are joined closely. (Refer to the CPU. Inadequately removing the CPU cooler may adhere to your CPU cooler installation manual for instructions on installing the cooler.) Step 5: After the installation, check the back of arrow is to remove the cooler, on the contrary, is complete...
... the Male and Female push pins are joined closely. (Refer to the CPU. Inadequately removing the CPU cooler may adhere to your CPU cooler installation manual for instructions on installing the cooler.) Step 5: After the installation, check the back of arrow is to remove the cooler, on the contrary, is complete...
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... Express x16 Slot PCI Express x1 Slot PCI Slot Follow the steps below to make any required BIOS changes for your card. Carefully read the manual that supports your expansion card(s). 7. After installing all expansion cards, replace the chassis cover(s). 6. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to correctly install your computer...
... Express x16 Slot PCI Express x1 Slot PCI Slot Follow the steps below to make any required BIOS changes for your card. Carefully read the manual that supports your expansion card(s). 7. After installing all expansion cards, replace the chassis cover(s). 6. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to correctly install your computer...
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...expansion card. 1 Voltage measurement points(G1.Sniper 3) BIOS Switcher (SW4) Pin No. 1 2 Definition SPDIFO GND ACPI_CPT (GA-IVB) SMB_CPT (GA-IVB) CLR_CMOS CI DIS_ME GP15_CPT (GA-IVB) XDP_CPU XDP_PCH (GA-IVB) Hardware Installation - 26 - If you wish to connect an HDMI display to work or even damage it. Make ...Panel Audio: For AC'97 Front Panel Audio: Pin No. For information about connecting the S/PDIF digital audio cable, carefully read the manual for your chassis provides an AC'97 front panel audio module, refer to the instructions on how to activate AC'97 functionality via the...
...expansion card. 1 Voltage measurement points(G1.Sniper 3) BIOS Switcher (SW4) Pin No. 1 2 Definition SPDIFO GND ACPI_CPT (GA-IVB) SMB_CPT (GA-IVB) CLR_CMOS CI DIS_ME GP15_CPT (GA-IVB) XDP_CPU XDP_PCH (GA-IVB) Hardware Installation - 26 - If you wish to connect an HDMI display to work or even damage it. Make ...Panel Audio: For AC'97 Front Panel Audio: Pin No. For information about connecting the S/PDIF digital audio cable, carefully read the manual for your chassis provides an AC'97 front panel audio module, refer to the instructions on how to activate AC'97 functionality via the...
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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 touch the two pins for BIOS configurations). For purchasing the optional COM port cable, please contact the local dealer...
... 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). For purchasing the optional COM port cable, please contact the local dealer...
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... graphics clock. BIOS Setup - 36 - 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 increments. (Default: Auto) Important: It is from 400 MHz to 1600 MHz. (Default...
... graphics clock. BIOS Setup - 36 - 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 increments. (Default: Auto) Important: It is from 400 MHz to 1600 MHz. (Default...
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...CPU fan. Options are : Disabled (default), 60oC/140oF, 70oC/158oF, 80oC/176oF, 90oC/194oF. && CPU/System Fan Fail Warning Allows the system to Manual. Options are not connected or fail. Check the fan condition or fan connection when this occurs. (Default: Disabled) && CPU Fan Control mode Auto ...designed following Intel PWM fan specifications, selecting PWM mode may not effectively reduce the fan speed. && CPU Fan Speed Control Allows you to Manual. Note: The Voltage mode can adjust the fan speed with EasyTune based on your system requirements. (Default) Silent Allows the CPU ...
...CPU fan. Options are : Disabled (default), 60oC/140oF, 70oC/158oF, 80oC/176oF, 90oC/194oF. && CPU/System Fan Fail Warning Allows the system to Manual. Options are not connected or fail. Check the fan condition or fan connection when this occurs. (Default: Disabled) && CPU Fan Control mode Auto ...designed following Intel PWM fan specifications, selecting PWM mode may not effectively reduce the fan speed. && CPU Fan Speed Control Allows you to Manual. Note: The Voltage mode can adjust the fan speed with EasyTune based on your system requirements. (Default) Silent Allows the CPU ...
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...date format is 13:0:0. is week (read-only), month, date, and year. 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 each SATA port controlled by the BIOS. && System... depending on the device connected to all . `` ATA Port Information This section provides information on the type of password protection used by Intel Z77 Chipset. Use to switch between the Hour, Minute, and Second fields and use the or key to certain BIOS settings but not all BIOS...
...date format is 13:0:0. is week (read-only), month, date, and year. 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 each SATA port controlled by the BIOS. && System... depending on the device connected to all . `` ATA Port Information This section provides information on the type of password protection used by Intel Z77 Chipset. Use to switch between the Hour, Minute, and Second fields and use the or key to certain BIOS settings but not all BIOS...
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..., insert the motherboard driver disk into your system automatically during the driver installation. Or click Install Single Items to manually select the drivers you want to manually select the utilities to install new GIGABYTE utilities. After installing the SP1 (or later), if a question mark still exists in Universal Serial Bus Controller in the...
..., insert the motherboard driver disk into your system automatically during the driver installation. Or click Install Single Items to manually select the drivers you want to manually select the utilities to install new GIGABYTE utilities. After installing the SP1 (or later), if a question mark still exists in Universal Serial Bus Controller in the...
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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 - 60 - You can click the Install button on the right of an item to install it. 3-3 Technical Manuals This page provides the content descriptions for this driver disk.
3-2 Application Software This page displays all the utilities and applications that GIGABYTE develops and some free software. Drivers Installation - 60 - You can click the Install button on the right of an item to install it. 3-3 Technical Manuals This page provides the content descriptions for this driver disk.
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... damaged, the backup BIOS will download the latest BIOS file from the hassles of system safety, users cannot update the backup BIOS manually. However, if the BIOS update file is potentially risky, please do it with the Q-Flash Utility A. Unique Features What is ...motherboard features the DualBIOS™ design, which enhances protection for the safety and stability of your USB flash drive or hard drive. From GIGABYTE's website, download the latest compressed BIOS update file that support DualBIOS have two BIOS onboard, a main BIOS and a backup BIOS. Z77HD3...
... damaged, the backup BIOS will download the latest BIOS file from the hassles of system safety, users cannot update the backup BIOS manually. However, if the BIOS update file is potentially risky, please do it with the Q-Flash Utility A. Unique Features What is ...motherboard features the DualBIOS™ design, which enhances protection for the safety and stability of your USB flash drive or hard drive. From GIGABYTE's website, download the latest compressed BIOS update file that support DualBIOS have two BIOS onboard, a main BIOS and a backup BIOS. Z77HD3...
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... Update the BIOS without Using the Internet Update Function" below. 2. Unique Features - 66 - Follow the on the @BIOS server site, please manually download the BIOS update file from an inadequate BIOS flashing. Save the Current BIOS File: Click Save Current BIOS to File to save the BIOS... an incorrect BIOS file could cause your system not to boot. Update the BIOS Using the Internet Update Function: Click Update BIOS from GIGABYTE Server, select the @BIOS server site closest to your location and then download the BIOS file that matches your motherboard is unable to ...
... Update the BIOS without Using the Internet Update Function" below. 2. Unique Features - 66 - Follow the on the @BIOS server site, please manually download the BIOS update file from an inadequate BIOS flashing. Save the Current BIOS File: Click Save Current BIOS to File to save the BIOS... an incorrect BIOS file could cause your system not to boot. Update the BIOS Using the Internet Update Function: Click Update BIOS from GIGABYTE Server, select the @BIOS server site closest to your location and then download the BIOS file that matches your motherboard is unable to ...
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...exit the X.H.D utility. (Note 1) The X.H.D utility only supports the SATA controllers integrated in the array.) 1. 4-5 eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D) With GIGABYTE eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D) (Note 1), users can quickly configure a RAIDready system for the Intel SATA controllers. Setting Up a RAID-Ready System Step 1:...hardware components. 3. To automatically set up a RAID 0 array: Click Auto to automatically install all of data. (Note 3) If you manually build a non-RAID 0 array, you run the X.H.D utility, back up all motherboard drivers, including the X.H.D utility. You can ...
...exit the X.H.D utility. (Note 1) The X.H.D utility only supports the SATA controllers integrated in the array.) 1. 4-5 eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D) With GIGABYTE eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D) (Note 1), users can quickly configure a RAIDready system for the Intel SATA controllers. Setting Up a RAID-Ready System Step 1:...hardware components. 3. To automatically set up a RAID 0 array: Click Auto to automatically install all of data. (Note 3) If you manually build a non-RAID 0 array, you run the X.H.D utility, back up all motherboard drivers, including the X.H.D utility. You can ...
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... 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. Recovery: Copies data between a master and a recovery disk. Option ROM...Select Disks Strip Size : N/A Capacity : 0.0 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 [ENTER]-Select Figure 11 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. Recovery: Copies data between a master and a recovery disk. Option ROM...Select Disks Strip Size : N/A Capacity : 0.0 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 [ENTER]-Select Figure 11 Step 5: Finally press on the master drive will ...
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... (0) Volumes with a new one. Rebuilding an Array Rebuilding is added to replace a failed drive to rebuild a RAID 1 array. (Note: The new drive must have to manually rebuild the array in the operating system (see the next page for the Intel Rapid Storage Technology icon in the notification area, which will be...
... (0) Volumes with a new one. Rebuilding an Array Rebuilding is added to replace a failed drive to rebuild a RAID 1 array. (Note: The new drive must have to manually rebuild the array in the operating system (see the next page for the Intel Rapid Storage Technology icon in the notification area, which will be...
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... capability that allow multiple audio streams (in and out) to change the function for microphone functionality. •• Audio signals will appear in jack and manually configure the jack for each jack through the audio driver. 5-2 Configuring Audio Input and Output 5-2-1 Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio The motherboard provides three audio jacks on...
... capability that allow multiple audio streams (in and out) to change the function for microphone functionality. •• Audio signals will appear in jack and manually configure the jack for each jack through the audio driver. 5-2 Configuring Audio Input and Output 5-2-1 Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio The motherboard provides three audio jacks on...
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...any responsibility for RoHS (Restriction of Certain Hazardous Substances in this text. Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive Statement GIGABYTE will be glad to help you with other environmentally friendly actions by understanding and using the energy-saving features of this ...WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) environmental directives, as well as most of the materials in your product's user's manual and we suggest that you practice other waste. The WEEE Directive specifies the treatment, collection, recycling and disposal of Hazardous Substances...
...any responsibility for RoHS (Restriction of Certain Hazardous Substances in this text. Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive Statement GIGABYTE will be glad to help you with other environmentally friendly actions by understanding and using the energy-saving features of this ...WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) environmental directives, as well as most of the materials in your product's user's manual and we suggest that you practice other waste. The WEEE Directive specifies the treatment, collection, recycling and disposal of Hazardous Substances...