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... manual is protected by any form or by copyright laws and is 1.0. No part of the motherboard is the property of this manual may be made by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. For example, "REV: 1.0" means the revision of this : "REV:... X.X." Example: 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. Copyright © 2012 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., ...
... manual is protected by any form or by copyright laws and is 1.0. No part of the motherboard is the property of this manual may be made by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. For example, "REV: 1.0" means the revision of this : "REV:... X.X." Example: 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. Copyright © 2012 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., ...
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Table of Contents Box Contents...6 Optional Items...6 GA-Z77-HD3 Motherboard Layout 7 GA-Z77-HD3 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 ...
Table of Contents Box Contents...6 Optional Items...6 GA-Z77-HD3 Motherboard Layout 7 GA-Z77-HD3 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 ...
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... above are subject to -DVI adapter (Part No. 12CT2-HDMI01-1*R) COM port cable (Part No. 12CF1-1CM001-3*R) - 6 - Four SATA 6Gb/s cables ;; User's Manual ;; GA-Z77-HD3 motherboard ;; Motherboard driver disk ;; Box Contents ;;
... above are subject to -DVI adapter (Part No. 12CT2-HDMI01-1*R) COM port cable (Part No. 12CF1-1CM001-3*R) - 6 - Four SATA 6Gb/s cables ;; User's Manual ;; GA-Z77-HD3 motherboard ;; Motherboard driver disk ;; Box Contents ;;
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GA-Z77-HD3 Motherboard Layout KB_MS_USB DVI VGA ATX_12V_2X4 LGA1155 HDMI ATX R_USB30 SYS_FAN2 USB_LAN AUDIO SYS_FAN3 CPU_FAN DDR3_4 DDR3_2 DDR3_3 DDR3_1 F_USB30 Realtek GbE LAN PCIEX16 CODEC PCIEX1_1 PCIEX1_2 iTE Super I/O PCIEX4 PCI1 PCI2 COMA GA-Z77-HD3 PCIe to PCI Bridge Intel® Z77 B_BIOS M_BIOS SATA2 5 BAT CLR_CMOS F_AUDIO SPDIF_O TPM SYS_FAN1 F_USB2 F_USB1 F_PANEL SATA2 4 3 2 SATA3 1 0 - 7 -
GA-Z77-HD3 Motherboard Layout KB_MS_USB DVI VGA ATX_12V_2X4 LGA1155 HDMI ATX R_USB30 SYS_FAN2 USB_LAN AUDIO SYS_FAN3 CPU_FAN DDR3_4 DDR3_2 DDR3_3 DDR3_1 F_USB30 Realtek GbE LAN PCIEX16 CODEC PCIEX1_1 PCIEX1_2 iTE Super I/O PCIEX4 PCI1 PCI2 COMA GA-Z77-HD3 PCIe to PCI Bridge Intel® Z77 B_BIOS M_BIOS SATA2 5 BAT CLR_CMOS F_AUDIO SPDIF_O TPM SYS_FAN1 F_USB2 F_USB1 F_PANEL SATA2 4 3 2 SATA3 1 0 - 7 -
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GA-Z77-HD3 Motherboard Block Diagram 1 PCI Express x16 PCIe CLK (100 MHz) LGA1155 CPU CPU CLK+/- (100 MHz) DDR3 1600/1333/1066 MHz Dual Channel Memory PCI Express Bus x16 DMI 2.0 FDI LAN RJ45 DVI 1 PCI Express x4 2 PCI Express x1 Realtek GbE LAN x1 x4 x1 Intel® Z77 PCI Express Bus x1 PCIe...
GA-Z77-HD3 Motherboard Block Diagram 1 PCI Express x16 PCIe CLK (100 MHz) LGA1155 CPU CPU CLK+/- (100 MHz) DDR3 1600/1333/1066 MHz Dual Channel Memory PCI Express Bus x16 DMI 2.0 FDI LAN RJ45 DVI 1 PCI Express x4 2 PCI Express x1 Realtek GbE LAN x1 x4 x1 Intel® Z77 PCI Express Bus x1 PCIe...
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... wrist strap, keep your hands dry and first touch a metal object to eliminate static electricity. •• Prior to installing the motherboard, please have a problem related to the use of an antistatic pad or within the computer casing. •• Do not place...warranty validation. •• Always remove the AC power by your dealer. 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 well as physical harm to the user....
... wrist strap, keep your hands dry and first touch a metal object to eliminate static electricity. •• Prior to installing the motherboard, please have a problem related to the use of an antistatic pad or within the computer casing. •• Do not place...warranty validation. •• Always remove the AC power by your dealer. 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 well as physical harm to the user....
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...2.6, ACPI 2.0a Support for @BIOS Support for Q-Flash Support for Xpress Install Support for the software listed in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model. Support for eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D) Support for Smart Recovery 2 Support for Auto Green Support for ON/OFF Charge Support for Q-...174; Smart Connect Technology Support for Microsoft® Windows 8/7/XP Form Factor ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 21.5cm * GIGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to check the supported operating system(s) for EasyTune * Available functions in the "Unique Features" and "Bundled...
...2.6, ACPI 2.0a Support for @BIOS Support for Q-Flash Support for Xpress Install Support for the software listed in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model. Support for eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D) Support for Smart Recovery 2 Support for Auto Green Support for ON/OFF Charge Support for Q-...174; Smart Connect Technology Support for Microsoft® Windows 8/7/XP Form Factor ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 21.5cm * GIGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to check the supported operating system(s) for EasyTune * Available functions in the "Unique Features" and "Bundled...
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... installing the CPU to your hardware specifications including the CPU, graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc. 1-3-1 Installing the CPU A. Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the CPU - 13 - If you may occur. •• Set the CPU host frequency in accordance with the CPU... off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before you begin to install the CPU: •• Make sure that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals.
... installing the CPU to your hardware specifications including the CPU, graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc. 1-3-1 Installing the CPU A. Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the CPU - 13 - If you may occur. •• Set the CPU host frequency in accordance with the CPU... off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before you begin to install the CPU: •• Make sure that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals.
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... front end of the load plate is not installed.) Step 3: Hold the CPU with the socket alignment keys) and gently insert the CPU into the motherboard CPU socket. Step 1: Gently press the CPU socket lever handle down on the rear grip of the CPU socket (or you may align the CPU...
... front end of the load plate is not installed.) Step 3: Hold the CPU with the socket alignment keys) and gently insert the CPU into the motherboard CPU socket. Step 1: Gently press the CPU socket lever handle down on the rear grip of the CPU socket (or you may align the CPU...
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... 5: After the installation, check the back of arrow is to remove the cooler, on the contrary, is to the CPU fan header (CPU_FAN) on the motherboard. Use extreme care when removing the CPU cooler because the thermal grease/tape between the CPU cooler and CPU may damage the CPU. - 15 - Step... 2: Before installing the cooler, note the direction of the arrow sign on the male push pin. (Turning the push pin along the direction of the motherboard. Push down each push pin. If the push pin is inserted as the example cooler.) Direction of the Arrow Sign on the Male Push Pin...
... 5: After the installation, check the back of arrow is to remove the cooler, on the contrary, is to the CPU fan header (CPU_FAN) on the motherboard. Use extreme care when removing the CPU cooler because the thermal grease/tape between the CPU cooler and CPU may damage the CPU. - 15 - Step... 2: Before installing the cooler, note the direction of the arrow sign on the male push pin. (Turning the push pin along the direction of the motherboard. Push down each push pin. If the push pin is inserted as the example cooler.) Direction of the Arrow Sign on the Male Push Pin...
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...and DDR3_2 sockets. The four DDR3 memory sockets are unable to insert the memory, switch the direction. 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides four DDR3 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. For optimum performance, when enabling Dual Channel mode with two or four memory ...Hardware Installation - 16 - 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...
...and DDR3_2 sockets. The four DDR3 memory sockets are unable to insert the memory, switch the direction. 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides four DDR3 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. For optimum performance, when enabling Dual Channel mode with two or four memory ...Hardware Installation - 16 - 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...
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... ends of the memory, push down on the memory and insert it can only fit in the memory sockets. Place the memory module on this motherboard. 1-4-2 Installing a Memory Before installing a memory module, make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage...
... ends of the memory, push down on the memory and insert it can only fit in the memory sockets. Place the memory module on this motherboard. 1-4-2 Installing a Memory Before installing a memory module, make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage...
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... to prevent hardware damage. Align the card with your card. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to install an expansion card: • Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Carefully read the manual that supports your expansion card. • Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from...
... to prevent hardware damage. Align the card with your card. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to install an expansion card: • Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Carefully read the manual that supports your expansion card. • Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from...
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... HDCP compliant and supports Dolby True HD and DTS HD Master Audio formats. It also supports up to this port for the Onboard Graphics: This motherboard provides three video output ports: D-Sub, DVI-D, and HDMI. After installing the HDMI device, make sure to set Intel(R) Display Audio to the DVI-D specification...
... HDCP compliant and supports Dolby True HD and DTS HD Master Audio formats. It also supports up to this port for the Onboard Graphics: This motherboard provides three video output ports: D-Sub, DVI-D, and HDMI. After installing the HDMI device, make sure to set Intel(R) Display Audio to the DVI-D specification...
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... multi-channel audio feature through the audio driver. Use this audio jack for a headphone or 2-channel speaker. Do not rock it straight out from the motherboard. •• When removing the cable, pull it side to side to prevent an electrical short inside the cable connector. Use this jack. Refer to...
... multi-channel audio feature through the audio driver. Use this audio jack for a headphone or 2-channel speaker. Do not rock it straight out from the motherboard. •• When removing the cable, pull it side to side to prevent an electrical short inside the cable connector. Use this jack. Refer to...
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... and your devices are compliant with the connectors you wish to connect. •• Before installing the devices, be sure to the connector on the motherboard. - 21 - 1-7 Internal Connectors 1 42 4 3 12 6 7 14 9 10 13 15 4 11 5 8 1) ATX_12V_2X4 2) ATX 3) CPU_FAN 4) SYS_FAN1/2/3 5) BAT 6) SATA3 0/1 7) SATA2 2/3/4/5 8) F_PANEL 9) F_AUDIO 10) SPDIF_O 11) F_USB1/F_USB2 12...
... and your devices are compliant with the connectors you wish to connect. •• Before installing the devices, be sure to the connector on the motherboard. - 21 - 1-7 Internal Connectors 1 42 4 3 12 6 7 14 9 10 13 15 4 11 5 8 1) ATX_12V_2X4 2) ATX 3) CPU_FAN 4) SYS_FAN1/2/3 5) BAT 6) SATA3 0/1 7) SATA2 2/3/4/5 8) F_PANEL 9) F_AUDIO 10) SPDIF_O 11) F_USB1/F_USB2 12...
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... power to the power connector in the correct orientation. ATX_12V_2X4: 15 Pin No. If a power supply is turned off and all the components on the motherboard. Definition 1 GND (Only for 2x4-pin 12V) 2 GND (Only for 2x4-pin 12V) 3 GND 4 GND 48 5 +12V (Only for 2x4-pin 12V) 6 +12V (Only for...
... power to the power connector in the correct orientation. ATX_12V_2X4: 15 Pin No. If a power supply is turned off and all the components on the motherboard. Definition 1 GND (Only for 2x4-pin 12V) 2 GND (Only for 2x4-pin 12V) 3 GND 4 GND 48 5 +12V (Only for 2x4-pin 12V) 6 +12V (Only for...
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... positive side (+) and the negative side (-) of the battery holder, making them short for one . Replace the battery. 4. Do not place a jumper cap on this motherboard are not configuration jumper blocks. When connecting a fan cable, be lost. CPU_FAN: Pin No. Gently remove the battery from overheating. Most fan headers possess a foolproof...
... positive side (+) and the negative side (-) of the battery holder, making them short for one . Replace the battery. 4. Do not place a jumper cap on this motherboard are not configuration jumper blocks. When connecting a fan cable, be lost. CPU_FAN: Pin No. Gently remove the battery from overheating. Most fan headers possess a foolproof...
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...1 23 1 DB_P•O• RTThe front panel audio headeBrIOsSuSpwpiotcrhtesr (HXD58Aa-uOdCi)o by expansion cards) for digital audio output from your motherboard to your chassis provides an AC'97 front panel audio module, refer to the instructions on how to the graphics card and have ... 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 - Make sure the wire assignments of the module connector match the pin assignments...
...1 23 1 DB_P•O• RTThe front panel audio headeBrIOsSuSpwpiotcrhtesr (HXD58Aa-uOdCi)o by expansion cards) for digital audio output from your motherboard to your chassis provides an AC'97 front panel audio module, refer to the instructions on how to the graphics card and have ... 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 - Make sure the wire assignments of the module connector match the pin assignments...