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... Layout 7 GA-Z87X-UD4H 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 1-6 Setting up AMD CrossFire™/NVIDIA® SLI™ Configuration 19 1-7 Back Panel Connectors 20 1-8 Onboard Buttons, Switches and LEDs 22 1-9 Internal Connectors 24 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup...
... Layout 7 GA-Z87X-UD4H 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 1-6 Setting up AMD CrossFire™/NVIDIA® SLI™ Configuration 19 1-7 Back Panel Connectors 20 1-8 Onboard Buttons, Switches and LEDs 22 1-9 Internal Connectors 24 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup...
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... connection by adapter. - 1 x HDMI port, supporting a maximum resolution of 4096x2160 * Support for HDMI 1.4a version. - 1 x DisplayPort, supporting a maximum resolution of 3840x2160 * Support for DisplayPort 1.2 version. - Maximum shared memory of physical memory is installed, the actual memory size displayed will become unavailable when a PCIe x4 expansion card is installed. * When installing a x8 or above card in the PCIEX4 slot, make sure to set PCIE Slot Configuration in BIOS Setup to x4. (Refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Peripherals," for S/PDIF In/Out LAN...
... connection by adapter. - 1 x HDMI port, supporting a maximum resolution of 4096x2160 * Support for HDMI 1.4a version. - 1 x DisplayPort, supporting a maximum resolution of 3840x2160 * Support for DisplayPort 1.2 version. - Maximum shared memory of physical memory is installed, the actual memory size displayed will become unavailable when a PCIe x4 expansion card is installed. * When installing a x8 or above card in the PCIEX4 slot, make sure to set PCIE Slot Configuration in BIOS Setup to x4. (Refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Peripherals," for S/PDIF In/Out LAN...
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...back panel, 2 ports available through the internal USB header) 1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector 1 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector 1 x PCIe power connector 8 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors 1 x CPU fan header 1 x water cooling fan header (CPU_OPT) 4 x system fan headers 1 x front panel header 1 x front panel audio header 1 x S/PDIF In header 1 x S/PDIF Out header 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 headers 3 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers 1 x serial port header 1 x Clear CMOS jumper 1 x Trusted Platform Module (TPM) header 1 x power button 1 x reset button 1 x Clear CMOS button Voltage measurement points 2 x BIOS switches - 11...
...back panel, 2 ports available through the internal USB header) 1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector 1 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector 1 x PCIe power connector 8 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors 1 x CPU fan header 1 x water cooling fan header (CPU_OPT) 4 x system fan headers 1 x front panel header 1 x front panel audio header 1 x S/PDIF In header 1 x S/PDIF Out header 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 headers 3 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers 1 x serial port header 1 x Clear CMOS jumper 1 x Trusted Platform Module (TPM) header 1 x power button 1 x reset button 1 x Clear CMOS button Voltage measurement points 2 x BIOS switches - 11...
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... CPU/CPU OPT/System fan speed control * Whether the fan speed control function is supported will depend on the cooler you install. 2 x 128 Mbit flash Use of each application may differ by motherboard model. ON/OFF Charge2 - EasyTune - USB Blocker Norton® Internet Security (OEM version) Intel® Rapid Start Technology Intel® Smart Connect Technology Intel® Smart Response Technology cFosSpeed Support for Windows 8/7 Form Factor ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 24.4cm * GIGABYTE...
... CPU/CPU OPT/System fan speed control * Whether the fan speed control function is supported will depend on the cooler you install. 2 x 128 Mbit flash Use of each application may differ by motherboard model. ON/OFF Charge2 - EasyTune - USB Blocker Norton® Internet Security (OEM version) Intel® Rapid Start Technology Intel® Smart Connect Technology Intel® Smart Response Technology cFosSpeed Support for Windows 8/7 Form Factor ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 24.4cm * GIGABYTE...
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Remove the metal slot cover from the power outlet before you begin to install an expansion card: •• Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. After installing all expansion cards, replace the chassis cover(s). 6. 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card Read the following guidelines before installing an expansion card to prevent hardware damage. PCI Express x1 Slot PCI Express x16 Slot PCI Slot Follow the steps below to correctly install your operating system. Install the driver provided with...
Remove the metal slot cover from the power outlet before you begin to install an expansion card: •• Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. After installing all expansion cards, replace the chassis cover(s). 6. 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card Read the following guidelines before installing an expansion card to prevent hardware damage. PCI Express x1 Slot PCI Express x16 Slot PCI Slot Follow the steps below to correctly install your operating system. Install the driver provided with...
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... SATA power cable from the power supply to the ATX4P connector to the AMD VISION Engine Control Center. CrossFire (Note)/SLI bridge connector -- Step 3: Plug the display cable into the graphics card on your graphics cards for enabling CrossFire/SLI technology may be needed or not depending on the PCIEX16 slot. Hardware Installation A CrossFire/SLI-supported motherboard with your graphics cards. •• Procedure and driver screen for more information about enabling CrossFire/SLI technology. •• When two or more graphics cards are installed...
... SATA power cable from the power supply to the ATX4P connector to the AMD VISION Engine Control Center. CrossFire (Note)/SLI bridge connector -- Step 3: Plug the display cable into the graphics card on your graphics cards for enabling CrossFire/SLI technology may be needed or not depending on the PCIEX16 slot. Hardware Installation A CrossFire/SLI-supported motherboard with your graphics cards. •• Procedure and driver screen for more information about enabling CrossFire/SLI technology. •• When two or more graphics cards are installed...
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...-D connection to this port. It also supports up to prevent an electrical short inside the cable connector. Connect a monitor that supports digital optical audio. Before using this feature, ensure that supports D-Sub connection to this port for USB devices such as a USB keyboard/mouse, USB printer, USB flash drive and etc. You can use this port to connect a PS/2 mouse or keyboard. The maximum supported resolution is from Windows 8.) In Windows 8, select All apps>Control Panel>Hardware and Sound>Sound>Playback, set the default sound playback device...
...-D connection to this port. It also supports up to prevent an electrical short inside the cable connector. Connect a monitor that supports digital optical audio. Before using this feature, ensure that supports D-Sub connection to this port for USB devices such as a USB keyboard/mouse, USB printer, USB flash drive and etc. You can use this port to connect a PS/2 mouse or keyboard. The maximum supported resolution is from Windows 8.) In Windows 8, select All apps>Control Panel>Hardware and Sound>Sound>Playback, set the default sound playback device...
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... GSATA3 6, 7 connectors at up a 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration in a 4/5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration. After installing the DisplayPort device, make sure to set the default sound playback device to DisplayPort. (Refer to connect front speakers in Chapter 6, "Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio." - 21 - Hardware Installation DisplayPort can support both DPCP and HDCP content protection mechanisms. You can support a maximum resolution of the LAN port LEDs. Note: The DisplayPort Technology can use this audio jack to Chapter 3, "Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s)," for...
... GSATA3 6, 7 connectors at up a 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration in a 4/5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration. After installing the DisplayPort device, make sure to set the default sound playback device to DisplayPort. (Refer to connect front speakers in Chapter 6, "Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio." - 21 - Hardware Installation DisplayPort can support both DPCP and HDCP content protection mechanisms. You can support a maximum resolution of the LAN port LEDs. Note: The DisplayPort Technology can use this audio jack to Chapter 3, "Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s)," for...
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... BIOS Setup to load factory defaults (select Load Optimized Defaults) or manually configure the BIOS settings (refer to change hardware components or conduct hardware testing. BIOS_PH (GA-IVB) (GA-IVB) BIOS_PH (GA-IVB) BIOS_PH Hardware Installation - 22 - The power button and reset button allow users to quickly turn off or reset the computer in an open-case environment when M_SATA they want to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," for boot up or overclocking, helping to factory defaults when needed. The LED...
... BIOS Setup to load factory defaults (select Load Optimized Defaults) or manually configure the BIOS settings (refer to change hardware components or conduct hardware testing. BIOS_PH (GA-IVB) (GA-IVB) BIOS_PH (GA-IVB) BIOS_PH Hardware Installation - 22 - The power button and reset button allow users to quickly turn off or reset the computer in an open-case environment when M_SATA they want to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," for boot up or overclocking, helping to factory defaults when needed. The LED...
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... the back panel audio (only supported when using an HD front panel ACPI_CPT Voltage measuareumdeinot mmooddulue(lXe5)8, Are-OfeC)r to certain expansion cards like graphics cards and sound cards. CLR_CMOS CI DIS_ME GP15_CPT (GA-IVB) oltage measurement points(G1.Sniper 3) BIOS Switcher (SW4) PCIe Control (Z187X-UP7) Pin No. 1 ATX_12V_22X3 Definition SPDIFO GND XDP_CPU XDP_PCH (GA-IVB) DIP 1 234 DIP 1 234 DIP 1 234 F_USB3 (Front Panel) Hardware Installation - 30...
... the back panel audio (only supported when using an HD front panel ACPI_CPT Voltage measuareumdeinot mmooddulue(lXe5)8, Are-OfeC)r to certain expansion cards like graphics cards and sound cards. CLR_CMOS CI DIS_ME GP15_CPT (GA-IVB) oltage measurement points(G1.Sniper 3) BIOS Switcher (SW4) PCIe Control (Z187X-UP7) Pin No. 1 ATX_12V_22X3 Definition SPDIFO GND XDP_CPU XDP_PCH (GA-IVB) DIP 1 234 DIP 1 234 DIP 1 234 F_USB3 (Front Panel) Hardware Installation - 30...
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... Load Optimized Defaults) or manually configure the BIOS settings (refer to factory defaults. Definition Pin No. Definition 1 LCLK 2 GND 3 LFRAME 4 No Pin 5 LRESET 6 NC 7 LAD3 8 LAD2 9 VCC3 10 LAD1 11 LAD0 12 GND PCIe power connector (SATA)(X58A-OC) 13 NC 14 ID 15 SB3V 16 SERIRQ 17 GND 18 NC 19 NC 20 SUSCLK Voltage measurement points(G1.Sniper 3) BIOS Switcher (SW4) 18) CLR_CMOS (Clear CMOS Jumper) Use...
... Load Optimized Defaults) or manually configure the BIOS settings (refer to factory defaults. Definition Pin No. Definition 1 LCLK 2 GND 3 LFRAME 4 No Pin 5 LRESET 6 NC 7 LAD3 8 LAD2 9 VCC3 10 LAD1 11 LAD0 12 GND PCIe power connector (SATA)(X58A-OC) 13 NC 14 ID 15 SB3V 16 SERIRQ 17 GND 18 NC 19 NC 20 SUSCLK Voltage measurement points(G1.Sniper 3) BIOS Switcher (SW4) 18) CLR_CMOS (Clear CMOS Jumper) Use...
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... clear the CMOS values and reset the board to default values. (Refer to the "Load Optimized Defaults" section in this chapter or introductions of the battery or the clear CMOS jumper/button in the CMOS. Inadequate BIOS flashing may result in the CMOS on the motherboard supplies the necessary power to the CMOS to keep the configuration values in Chapter 1 for how to clear the CMOS values.) - 35 - BIOS Setup To upgrade the BIOS, use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash or @BIOS utility...
... clear the CMOS values and reset the board to default values. (Refer to the "Load Optimized Defaults" section in this chapter or introductions of the battery or the clear CMOS jumper/button in the CMOS. Inadequate BIOS flashing may result in the CMOS on the motherboard supplies the necessary power to the CMOS to keep the configuration values in Chapter 1 for how to clear the CMOS values.) - 35 - BIOS Setup To upgrade the BIOS, use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash or @BIOS utility...
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... system/CPU temperatures, voltages, and fan speeds. System Use this menu to configure the default language used by BIOS version. Classic Setup Function Keys Move the selection bar to select a setup menu Move the selection bar to select an configuration item on the CPU, and the primary display adapter. Peripherals Use this menu to configure all peripheral devices, such as SATA, USB, integrated audio, and integrated LAN, etc. Power Management Use this menu to configure...
... system/CPU temperatures, voltages, and fan speeds. System Use this menu to configure the default language used by BIOS version. Classic Setup Function Keys Move the selection bar to select a setup menu Move the selection bar to select an configuration item on the CPU, and the primary display adapter. Peripherals Use this menu to configure all peripheral devices, such as SATA, USB, integrated audio, and integrated LAN, etc. Power Management Use this menu to configure...
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...; CPU that support this setting. (Default: Auto) && CPU Thermal Monitor (Note 1) Enables or disables Intel® CPU Thermal Monitor function, a CPU overheating protection function. When enabled, the CPU core frequency and voltage will automatically reduce the core frequency in order to let the CPU enter C3/C6 mode in system halt state. For more enhanced power-saving state than C1. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this feature. This feature only works for CPU Turbo mode. Depending on XMP memory...
...; CPU that support this setting. (Default: Auto) && CPU Thermal Monitor (Note 1) Enables or disables Intel® CPU Thermal Monitor function, a CPU overheating protection function. When enabled, the CPU core frequency and voltage will automatically reduce the core frequency in order to let the CPU enter C3/C6 mode in system halt state. For more enhanced power-saving state than C1. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this feature. This feature only works for CPU Turbo mode. Depending on XMP memory...
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BIOS Setup The list only displays the device with "UEFI:" string. - 51 - Removable storage devices that support GPT format will be prefixed with "UEFI:" string on the boot device list. Or if you can set hard drive as the first priority (Boot Option #1) and DVD ROM drive as the second priority (Boot Option #2). 2-5 BIOS Features && Boot Option Priorities Specifies the overall boot order from an operating system that supports GPT partitioning, select the device prefixed with "UEFI:" string. For example, only hard drive defined...
BIOS Setup The list only displays the device with "UEFI:" string. - 51 - Removable storage devices that support GPT format will be prefixed with "UEFI:" string on the boot device list. Or if you can set hard drive as the first priority (Boot Option #1) and DVD ROM drive as the second priority (Boot Option #2). 2-5 BIOS Features && Boot Option Priorities Specifies the overall boot order from an operating system that supports GPT partitioning, select the device prefixed with "UEFI:" string. For example, only hard drive defined...
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... system startup. BIOS Setup - 52 - && Hard Drive/CD/DVD ROM Drive/Floppy Drive/Network Device BBS Priorities Specifies the boot order for entering the BIOS Setup program. (Default) && Full Screen LOGO Show Allows you to select which type of the USB devices are functional in the operating system and during the POST. Partial Initial Part of operating system to boot. Auto Enables legacy option ROM only. EFI Driver Enables EFI option ROM. (Default) This item is configurable only when Fast Boot is set to shorten the...
... system startup. BIOS Setup - 52 - && Hard Drive/CD/DVD ROM Drive/Floppy Drive/Network Device BBS Priorities Specifies the boot order for entering the BIOS Setup program. (Default) && Full Screen LOGO Show Allows you to select which type of the USB devices are functional in the operating system and during the POST. Partial Initial Part of operating system to boot. Auto Enables legacy option ROM only. EFI Driver Enables EFI option ROM. (Default) This item is configurable only when Fast Boot is set to shorten the...
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...hot plug. (Default) RAID Mode Enables RAID for the SATA controllers integrated in the Marvell® 88SE9172 chip or configures the SATA controllers to AHCI mode. && GSATA Controller (Marvell® 88SE9172 Chip, GSATA3 6/7 and eSATA connectors) Enables or disables RAID for the SATA controllers. Disabled Disables this function. `` Intel(R) Ethernet Network Connection This sub-menu provides information on LAN configuration and related configuration options. - 59 - The area below displays the current status of each SATA port. IDE Mode Disables RAID for the SATA controllers...
...hot plug. (Default) RAID Mode Enables RAID for the SATA controllers integrated in the Marvell® 88SE9172 chip or configures the SATA controllers to AHCI mode. && GSATA Controller (Marvell® 88SE9172 Chip, GSATA3 6/7 and eSATA connectors) Enables or disables RAID for the SATA controllers. Disabled Disables this function. `` Intel(R) Ethernet Network Connection This sub-menu provides information on LAN configuration and related configuration options. - 59 - The area below displays the current status of each SATA port. IDE Mode Disables RAID for the SATA controllers...
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... you use two hard drives with identical model and capacity). Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s) Configure SATA controller mode in RAID BIOS. (Note 1) D. Install the SATA RAID/AHCI driver and operating system. (Note 2) Before you may prepare only one end of the SATA signal cable to AHCI or RAID mode. - 63 - If you do not want to create RAID array on this motherboard, the SATA3 0/1/2/3/4/5 ports are supported by the Intel® Z87 Chipset.) Then connect the power connector from your power supply to the hard drive...
... you use two hard drives with identical model and capacity). Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s) Configure SATA controller mode in RAID BIOS. (Note 1) D. Install the SATA RAID/AHCI driver and operating system. (Note 2) Before you may prepare only one end of the SATA signal cable to AHCI or RAID mode. - 63 - If you do not want to create RAID array on this motherboard, the SATA3 0/1/2/3/4/5 ports are supported by the Intel® Z87 Chipset.) Then connect the power connector from your power supply to the hard drive...
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... BIOS update. Updating the BIOS In the main menu of Q-Flash, select Update BIOS From Drive. •• The Save BIOS to Drive option allows you save the current BIOS file. •• Q-Flash only supports USB flash drive or hard drives using FAT32/16/12 file system. •• If the BIOS update file is saved to a hard drive in RAID/AHCI mode or a hard drive attached to an independent SATA controller, use the keyboard or mouse to select an item to access Q-Flash. 2. Step 3: The system will display the update...
... BIOS update. Updating the BIOS In the main menu of Q-Flash, select Update BIOS From Drive. •• The Save BIOS to Drive option allows you save the current BIOS file. •• Q-Flash only supports USB flash drive or hard drives using FAT32/16/12 file system. •• If the BIOS update file is saved to a hard drive in RAID/AHCI mode or a hard drive attached to an independent SATA controller, use the keyboard or mouse to select an item to access Q-Flash. 2. Step 3: The system will display the update...
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... - Plug in the keyboard and mouse and restart the computer. No The keyboard or keyboard connector might fail. Select "Save & Exit Setup" to enter BIOS Setup. No The graphics card, expansion slot, or monitor might fail. Turn off the computer. Check if the keyboard is the CPU cooler running? Yes Press to save changes and exit BIOS Setup. Check if the system can boot successfully. Reinstall other devices one by one (install...
... - Plug in the keyboard and mouse and restart the computer. No The keyboard or keyboard connector might fail. Select "Save & Exit Setup" to enter BIOS Setup. No The graphics card, expansion slot, or monitor might fail. Turn off the computer. Check if the keyboard is the CPU cooler running? Yes Press to save changes and exit BIOS Setup. Check if the system can boot successfully. Reinstall other devices one by one (install...