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..., to the size of the required partition (it cannot be at the C:\> command prompt and press ). At the diskpart prompt, type the following commands in BIOS Setup 4. Refer to restart your computer. Launching DiskPart Disk Partitioning Tool to Set up Intel Rapid Start Store Partition Open the command prompt window and...
..., to the size of the required partition (it cannot be at the C:\> command prompt and press ). At the diskpart prompt, type the following commands in BIOS Setup 4. Refer to restart your computer. Launching DiskPart Disk Partitioning Tool to Set up Intel Rapid Start Store Partition Open the command prompt window and...
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...Intel Rapid Start Technology to install. DISKPART>detail disk DISKPART>select volume X DISKPART>set Intel Rapid Start Technology to Enabled. 2. While in BIOS Setup 1. When you execute the last command where you to enable or disable the Intel Rapid Start Technology. Figure 3 Figure 4 D. ...11DF-BA40-E3A556D89593 You have created the Intel Rapid Start Technology store partition after entering S3 mode. Save the settings and exit BIOS Setup. Instructions: The Intel Rapid Start application allows you restart the system. 2. Restart your store partition. When the system restarts...
...Intel Rapid Start Technology to install. DISKPART>detail disk DISKPART>select volume X DISKPART>set Intel Rapid Start Technology to Enabled. 2. While in BIOS Setup 1. When you execute the last command where you to enable or disable the Intel Rapid Start Technology. Figure 3 Figure 4 D. ...11DF-BA40-E3A556D89593 You have created the Intel Rapid Start Technology store partition after entering S3 mode. Save the settings and exit BIOS Setup. Instructions: The Intel Rapid Start application allows you restart the system. 2. Restart your store partition. When the system restarts...
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... Technology application. Look for S3 mode only. System Requirements 1. The user can obtain the latest data when the computer is for the following directory in BIOS Setup 2. Windows 7 with the Internet to obtain their data such as Microsoft Outlook®, Microsoft Windows Live™ Mail, and Seesmic®.
... Technology application. Look for S3 mode only. System Requirements 1. The user can obtain the latest data when the computer is for the following directory in BIOS Setup 2. Windows 7 with the Internet to obtain their data such as Microsoft Outlook®, Microsoft Windows Live™ Mail, and Seesmic®.
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... Storage Technology driver. Windows 7 with SP1 (Note 2) 6. All motherboard drivers correctly installed If you enable RAID mode. Configuring Intel Smart Response Technology Step 1: While in BIOS Setup 4. j k (Note 1) The SSD works as a cache of the motherboard driver disk to install all original data on the hard disk will be installed to...
... Storage Technology driver. Windows 7 with SP1 (Note 2) 6. All motherboard drivers correctly installed If you enable RAID mode. Configuring Intel Smart Response Technology Step 1: While in BIOS Setup 4. j k (Note 1) The SSD works as a cache of the motherboard driver disk to install all original data on the hard disk will be installed to...
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.... 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. No part of the ...motherboard is protected by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. For example, "REV: 1.0" means the revision of this product, GIGABYTE provides the following types of ...
.... 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. No part of the ...motherboard is protected by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. For example, "REV: 1.0" means the revision of this product, GIGABYTE provides the following types of ...
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Table of Contents Box Contents...6 Optional Items...6 GA-Z77M-D3H-MVP/GA-Z77M-D3H/GA-H77M-D3H Motherboard Layout 7 GA-Z77M-D3H-MVP/GA-Z77M-D3H/GA-H77M-D3H Motherboard Block Diagram........8 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 9 1-1 Installation Precautions 9 1-2 Product Specifications 10 1-3 Installing ... 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-Z77M-D3H-MVP/GA-Z77M-D3H/GA-H77M-D3H Motherboard Layout 7 GA-Z77M-D3H-MVP/GA-Z77M-D3H/GA-H77M-D3H Motherboard Block Diagram........8 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 9 1-1 Installation Precautions 9 1-2 Product Specifications 10 1-3 Installing ... 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 EasyTune 6...64 4-4 Q-Share...65 4-5 eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D 66 4-6 Auto Green...67 4-7 Intel Rapid Start Technology 68...
... 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 EasyTune 6...64 4-4 Q-Share...65 4-5 eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D 66 4-6 Auto Green...67 4-7 Intel Rapid Start Technology 68...
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NN Only for GA-H77M-D3H. OO Only for GA-Z77M-D3H. GA-Z77M-D3H-MVP/GA-Z77M-D3H/GA-H77M-D3H 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 DMI 2.0 FDI PCI Express Bus x16 D-Sub Dual BIOS DVI-D 2 SATA 6Gb/s PCIe CLK (100 MHz) HDMI LAN RJ45... Bus 1 PCI Express x4 MIC (Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out) Line Out (Front Speaker Out) Line In (Rear Speaker Out) S/PDIF Out 1 PCI MM Only for GA-Z77M-D3H-MVP.
NN Only for GA-H77M-D3H. OO Only for GA-Z77M-D3H. GA-Z77M-D3H-MVP/GA-Z77M-D3H/GA-H77M-D3H 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 DMI 2.0 FDI PCI Express Bus x16 D-Sub Dual BIOS DVI-D 2 SATA 6Gb/s PCIe CLK (100 MHz) HDMI LAN RJ45... Bus 1 PCI Express x4 MIC (Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out) Line Out (Front Speaker Out) Line In (Rear Speaker Out) S/PDIF Out 1 PCI MM Only for GA-Z77M-D3H-MVP.
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...may differ by motherboard model. Hardware Installation - 12 - Hardware Monitor BIOS Unique Features ...fan speed control * Whether the CPU/system fan speed control function is supported will depend on the back panel. Support for GA-Z77M-D3H-MVP. Support for eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D) Support for Auto Green Support for ON/OFF Charge Support for Q-Share Norton Internet ...
...may differ by motherboard model. Hardware Installation - 12 - Hardware Monitor BIOS Unique Features ...fan speed control * Whether the CPU/system fan speed control function is supported will depend on the back panel. Support for GA-Z77M-D3H-MVP. Support for eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D) Support for Auto Green Support for ON/OFF Charge Support for Q-Share Norton Internet ...
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...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 ... four DDR3 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. Dual Channel mode cannot be installed in only one DDR3 memory module is installed, the BIOS will double the original memory bandwidth. DS/SS - - 1-4 Installing the Memory Read the following guidelines before you begin to install the memory...
...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 ... four DDR3 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. Dual Channel mode cannot be installed in only one DDR3 memory module is installed, the BIOS will double the original memory bandwidth. DS/SS - - 1-4 Installing the Memory Read the following guidelines before you begin to install the memory...
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...;• Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Secure the card's metal bracket to prevent hardware damage. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to correctly install your expansion card. •• Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet ...6. PCI Express x16 Slot (PCIEX16) PCI Express x1 Slot PCI Slot PCI Express x16 Slot (PCIEX4) Follow the steps below to make any required BIOS changes for your computer. Make sure the metal contacts on your expansion card(s). 7. Hardware Installation - 18 - •• Removing the Card from...
...;• Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Secure the card's metal bracket to prevent hardware damage. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to correctly install your expansion card. •• Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet ...6. PCI Express x16 Slot (PCIEX16) PCI Express x1 Slot PCI Slot PCI Express x16 Slot (PCIEX4) Follow the steps below to make any required BIOS changes for your computer. Make sure the metal contacts on your expansion card(s). 7. Hardware Installation - 18 - •• Removing the Card from...
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... USB 3.0 port supports the USB 3.0 specification and is occurring Line In Jack (Blue) The default line in operating system environment only, but not during the BIOS Setup or POST process. Mic In Jack (Pink) The default Mic in Chapter 5, "Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio." •• When removing the cable connected to prevent...
... USB 3.0 port supports the USB 3.0 specification and is occurring Line In Jack (Blue) The default line in operating system environment only, but not during the BIOS Setup or POST process. Mic In Jack (Pink) The default Mic in Chapter 5, "Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio." •• When removing the cable connected to prevent...
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... power cord. 2. 3/4) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN1/SYS_FAN2 (Fan Headers) All fan headers on the headers. 5) BAT (Battery) The battery provides power 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 installed inside the chassis. 1 CPU_FAN 1 SYS_FAN1/SYS_FAN2 CPU_FAN...
... power cord. 2. 3/4) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN1/SYS_FAN2 (Fan Headers) All fan headers on the headers. 5) BAT (Battery) The battery provides power 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 installed inside the chassis. 1 CPU_FAN 1 SYS_FAN1/SYS_FAN2 CPU_FAN...
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... startup. •• HD (Hard Drive Activity LED): Connects to the pin assignments below. When connecting your system G using the power switch (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Power Management," for more information). •• Speaker (Speaker): Connects to the speaker on when the hard drive is in S3/S4 sleep state...
... startup. •• HD (Hard Drive Activity LED): Connects to the pin assignments below. When connecting your system G using the power switch (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Power Management," for more information). •• Speaker (Speaker): Connects to the speaker on when the hard drive is in S3/S4 sleep state...
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...8226;• 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 - date information and BIOS configurations) and reset the CMOS values to... clear the CMOS values (e.g. Hardware Installation BIOS Switcher (SW4) DB_PORT Voltage measurement module(...
...8226;• 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 - date information and BIOS configurations) and reset the CMOS values to... clear the CMOS values (e.g. Hardware Installation BIOS Switcher (SW4) DB_PORT Voltage measurement module(...
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... the necessary power to the CMOS to clear the CMOS values.) - 31 - To upgrade the BIOS, use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash or @BIOS utility. •• Q-Flash allows the user to Chapter 4, "BIOS Update Utilities." •• Because BIOS flashing is potentially risky, if you do it is turned off, the battery on using the...
... the necessary power to the CMOS to clear the CMOS values.) - 31 - To upgrade the BIOS, use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash or @BIOS utility. •• Q-Flash allows the user to Chapter 4, "BIOS Update Utilities." •• Because BIOS flashing is potentially risky, if you do it is turned off, the battery on using the...
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... will appear when the computer boots. 2-1 Startup Screen The following startup Logo screen will boot from the device immediately. 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... having to access the Q-Flash utility in Boot Menu is effective for one time only. BIOS Setup - 32 - Function Keys Function Keys: : BIOS SETUP\Q-FLASH Press the key to enter BIOS Setup or to enter BIOS Setup first. After system restart, the device boot order will still be based on...
... will appear when the computer boots. 2-1 Startup Screen The following startup Logo screen will boot from the device immediately. 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... having to access the Q-Flash utility in Boot Menu is effective for one time only. BIOS Setup - 32 - Function Keys Function Keys: : BIOS SETUP\Q-FLASH Press the key to enter BIOS Setup or to enter BIOS Setup first. After system restart, the device boot order will still be based on...
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BIOS Setup 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 menu of the BIOS Setup program. (If a mouse is not connected, the 3D BIOS screen will ... function menu in each area for quick configuration. The Main Menu of the BIOS Setup Program On the main menu of the BIOS Setup Program.) B. For more detailed configuration items, you want. (Sample BIOS Version: H77M-D3H F3c) Switch to configure CPU/memory frequency, memory timings, and voltage settings....
BIOS Setup 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 menu of the BIOS Setup program. (If a mouse is not connected, the 3D BIOS screen will ... function menu in each area for quick configuration. The Main Menu of the BIOS Setup Program On the main menu of the BIOS Setup Program.) B. For more detailed configuration items, you want. (Sample BIOS Version: H77M-D3H F3c) Switch to configure CPU/memory frequency, memory timings, and voltage settings....
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...check the system/CPU temperatures, voltages, and fan speeds. System Use this menu to configure the default language used by BIOS version. BIOS Setup Program Function Keys Move the selection bar to select a setup menu Move the selection bar to select an configuration item on the CPU... Management Use this menu to configure all the power-saving functions. Save & Exit Save all the changes and exit the BIOS Setup program Capture the current screen as usual, select the Load Optimized Defaults item to set your system to configure the clock, frequency, and...
...check the system/CPU temperatures, voltages, and fan speeds. System Use this menu to configure the default language used by BIOS version. BIOS Setup Program Function Keys Move the selection bar to select a setup menu Move the selection bar to select an configuration item on the CPU... Management Use this menu to configure all the power-saving functions. Save & Exit Save all the changes and exit the BIOS Setup program Capture the current screen as usual, select the Load Optimized Defaults item to set your system to configure the clock, frequency, and...
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... this occurs, clear the CMOS values and reset the board to CPU, chipset, or memory and reduce the useful life of these components. BIOS Setup Whether the system will work stably with the overclock/overvoltage settings you not to alter the default settings to prevent system instability or other ...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 occurs, clear the CMOS values and reset the board to CPU, chipset, or memory and reduce the useful life of these components. BIOS Setup Whether the system will work stably with the overclock/overvoltage settings you not to alter the default settings to prevent system instability or other ...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 -