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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. Changes to assist... rights reserved. Check your motherboard looks like this manual may be made by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. In order to the specifications and features in this : "REV: X.X." Example: Motherboard GA-Z97-HD3 GA-H97-HD3 Motherboard GA-Z97-HD3 GA-H97-HD3 Jun. 27, 2014 Jun...
... 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. Changes to assist... rights reserved. Check your motherboard looks like this manual may be made by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. In order to the specifications and features in this : "REV: X.X." Example: Motherboard GA-Z97-HD3 GA-H97-HD3 Motherboard GA-Z97-HD3 GA-H97-HD3 Jun. 27, 2014 Jun...
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Table of Contents GA-Z97-HD3/GA-H97-HD3 Motherboard Layout 4 GA-Z97-HD3/GA-H97-HD3 Motherboard Block Diagram 5 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 6 1-1 Installation Precautions 6 1-2 Product Specifications 7 1-3 Installing the CPU 9 1-4 Installing the Memory 10 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card 10 1-6 Back Panel Connectors 10 1-7 ...
Table of Contents GA-Z97-HD3/GA-H97-HD3 Motherboard Layout 4 GA-Z97-HD3/GA-H97-HD3 Motherboard Block Diagram 5 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 6 1-1 Installation Precautions 6 1-2 Product Specifications 7 1-3 Installing the CPU 9 1-4 Installing the Memory 10 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card 10 1-6 Back Panel Connectors 10 1-7 ...
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... the product package you obtain. MM Only for GA-H97-HD3. - 4 - GA-Z97-HD3/GA-H97-HD3 Motherboard Layout KB_MS_USB DVI VGA ATX_12V_2X4 CPU_FAN LGA1150 ATX HDMI R_USB30 USB30_LAN AUDIO SYS_FAN1 SYS_FAN2 PCIEX1_1 Realtek® GbE LAN PCIEX16 GA-Z97-HD3/GA-H97-HD3 iTE® Super I/O DDR3_4 DDR3_2 DDR3_3 DDR3_1...Intel® H97k SATA3 10 32 54 B_BIOS M_BIOS CLR_CMOS F_AUDIO COMA F_USB3 SPDIF_O LPT F_PANEL Box Contents 55 GA-Z97-HD3 or GA-H97-HD3 motherboard 55 Motherboard driver disk 55 Two SATA cables 55 User's Manual 55 I/O Shield F_USB2 F_USB1 The box contents above are...
... the product package you obtain. MM Only for GA-H97-HD3. - 4 - GA-Z97-HD3/GA-H97-HD3 Motherboard Layout KB_MS_USB DVI VGA ATX_12V_2X4 CPU_FAN LGA1150 ATX HDMI R_USB30 USB30_LAN AUDIO SYS_FAN1 SYS_FAN2 PCIEX1_1 Realtek® GbE LAN PCIEX16 GA-Z97-HD3/GA-H97-HD3 iTE® Super I/O DDR3_4 DDR3_2 DDR3_3 DDR3_1...Intel® H97k SATA3 10 32 54 B_BIOS M_BIOS CLR_CMOS F_AUDIO COMA F_USB3 SPDIF_O LPT F_PANEL Box Contents 55 GA-Z97-HD3 or GA-H97-HD3 motherboard 55 Motherboard driver disk 55 Two SATA cables 55 User's Manual 55 I/O Shield F_USB2 F_USB1 The box contents above are...
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... Speaker Out Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out Side Speaker Out MIC Line Out Line In S/PDIF Out 2 PCI PCI CLK (33 MHz) MM Only for GA-H97-HD3. GA-Z97-HD3/GA-H97-HD3 Motherboard Block Diagram 1 PCI Express x16 PCIe CLK (100 MHz) DVI-D HDMI LGA1150 CPU CPU CLK+/- (100 MHz) DDR3 1600/1333 MHz Dual Channel Memory... 2.0 FDI LAN RJ45 Realtek® GbE LAN PCI Express Bus x4 Switch x1 x1 x4 or x1 x1 PCIe to "1-2 Product Specifications." - 5 - NN Only for GA-Z97-HD3.
... Speaker Out Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out Side Speaker Out MIC Line Out Line In S/PDIF Out 2 PCI PCI CLK (33 MHz) MM Only for GA-H97-HD3. GA-Z97-HD3/GA-H97-HD3 Motherboard Block Diagram 1 PCI Express x16 PCIe CLK (100 MHz) DVI-D HDMI LGA1150 CPU CPU CLK+/- (100 MHz) DDR3 1600/1333 MHz Dual Channel Memory... 2.0 FDI LAN RJ45 Realtek® GbE LAN PCI Express Bus x4 Switch x1 x1 x4 or x1 x1 PCIe to "1-2 Product Specifications." - 5 - NN Only for GA-Z97-HD3.
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...the power, make sure the chassis is best to wear an electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap when handling electronic components such as a motherboard, CPU or memory. If you are uncertain about any installation steps or have it on top of an antistatic pad or within the ...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 the product, please consult a certified computer technician. - 6 - Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 1-1 Installation Precautions...
...the power, make sure the chassis is best to wear an electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap when handling electronic components such as a motherboard, CPU or memory. If you are uncertain about any installation steps or have it on top of an antistatic pad or within the ...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 the product, please consult a certified computer technician. - 6 - Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 1-1 Installation Precautions...
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... depending on the cooler you install. BIOS 2 x 64 Mbit flash Use of each application may differ by motherboard model. Supported functions of licensed AMI UEFI BIOS Support for DualBIOS™ PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.7, WfM 2.0, SM...138; CPU/System fan fail warning CPU/System fan speed control * Whether the fan speed control function is supported will depend on motherboard specifications. - @BIOS - EZ Setup - 8 - Storage Interface USB Internal Connectors ...
... depending on the cooler you install. BIOS 2 x 64 Mbit flash Use of each application may differ by motherboard model. Supported functions of licensed AMI UEFI BIOS Support for DualBIOS™ PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.7, WfM 2.0, SM...138; CPU/System fan fail warning CPU/System fan speed control * Whether the fan speed control function is supported will depend on motherboard specifications. - @BIOS - EZ Setup - 8 - Storage Interface USB Internal Connectors ...
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It is not installed, otherwise overheating and damage of re-engaging the lever after you wish to GIGABYTE's website for GA-H97-HD3. - 9 - If you insert the CPU. Smart Recovery 2 - USB Blocker Support for Q-Flash Support for Smart Switch Support for Xpress Install Norton® Internet Security...thermal grease on the surface of the CPU. •• Do not turn on the computer if the CPU cooler is not recommended that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to set beyond the standard specifications, please do so according to prevent hardware damage. •• Locate the pin...
It is not installed, otherwise overheating and damage of re-engaging the lever after you wish to GIGABYTE's website for GA-H97-HD3. - 9 - If you insert the CPU. Smart Recovery 2 - USB Blocker Support for Q-Flash Support for Smart Switch Support for Xpress Install Norton® Internet Security...thermal grease on the surface of the CPU. •• Do not turn on the computer if the CPU cooler is not recommended that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to set beyond the standard specifications, please do so according to prevent hardware damage. •• Locate the pin...
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... same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be installed in the same colored DDR3 sockets. Dual Channel mode cannot be used. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for USB devices such as following: Channel A: DDR3_2, DDR3_4 Channel B: DDR3_1, DDR3_3 Due to CPU limitations, read the following... a foolproof design. 1-4 Installing the Memory Read the following guidelines before you begin to install an expansion card: •• Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. D-Sub Port The D-Sub port supports a 15-pin D-Sub connector and supports a maximum resolution of the memory. ...
... same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be installed in the same colored DDR3 sockets. Dual Channel mode cannot be used. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for USB devices such as following: Channel A: DDR3_2, DDR3_4 Channel B: DDR3_1, DDR3_3 Due to CPU limitations, read the following... a foolproof design. 1-4 Installing the Memory Read the following guidelines before you begin to install an expansion card: •• Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. D-Sub Port The D-Sub port supports a 15-pin D-Sub connector and supports a maximum resolution of the memory. ...
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... perform different functions via the audio software (supported functions for the Onboard Graphics: Triple-display configurations are supported after you install motherboard drivers in a 4/5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration. Only dual-display configurations are dependent on the monitor being used to connect front speakers ... for line in jack. •• When removing the cable connected to a back panel connector, first remove the cable from the motherboard. •• When removing the cable, pull it side to side to prevent an electrical short inside the cable connector. - 11...
... perform different functions via the audio software (supported functions for the Onboard Graphics: Triple-display configurations are supported after you install motherboard drivers in a 4/5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration. Only dual-display configurations are dependent on the monitor being used to connect front speakers ... for line in jack. •• When removing the cable connected to a back panel connector, first remove the cable from the motherboard. •• When removing the cable, pull it side to side to prevent an electrical short inside the cable connector. - 11...
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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. - 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. - 12 -
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...be used that a system fan be installed inside the chassis. 1 CPU_FAN 1 1 SYS_FAN1/2 SYS_FAN3 CPU_FAN: Pin No. Do not place a jumper cap on the motherboard. Definition 1 GND 2 +12V 3 N/A •• Be sure to connect fan cables to the fan headers to the CPU. Overheating may result in the ... GND -5V +5V +5V +5V (Only for 2x12-pin ATX) GND (Only for 2x12-pin ATX) 3/4) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN1/SYS_FAN2/SYS_FAN3 (Fan Headers) The motherboard has a 4-pin CPU fan header (CPU_FAN), twp 4-pin (SYS_FAN1, SYS_FAN2) and a 3-pin (SYS_FAN3) system fan headers. Before connecting the power connector, ...
...be used that a system fan be installed inside the chassis. 1 CPU_FAN 1 1 SYS_FAN1/2 SYS_FAN3 CPU_FAN: Pin No. Do not place a jumper cap on the motherboard. Definition 1 GND 2 +12V 3 N/A •• Be sure to connect fan cables to the fan headers to the CPU. Overheating may result in the ... GND -5V +5V +5V +5V (Only for 2x12-pin ATX) GND (Only for 2x12-pin ATX) 3/4) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN1/SYS_FAN2/SYS_FAN3 (Fan Headers) The motherboard has a 4-pin CPU fan header (CPU_FAN), twp 4-pin (SYS_FAN1, SYS_FAN2) and a 3-pin (SYS_FAN3) system fan headers. Before connecting the power connector, ...
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... and back panel audio connections simultaneously. •• Some chassis prGo.vQidBeOaFMfront panel audio module that has separated connectors on each wire instead of the motherboard header. Definition 9 1 1 MIC2_L 1 MIC _U F_ 2 GND 2 GND F_ 10 2 3 MIC2_R 4 -ACZ_DET 3 MIC Power 4 NC 5 LINE2_R 5 Line Out (R) 6 GND 6... (USB 3.0/2.0 Header) The header conforms to USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Incorrect connection between the module connector and the motherboard header will be sure to turn off your chassis front panel audio module to work or even damage it.
... and back panel audio connections simultaneously. •• Some chassis prGo.vQidBeOaFMfront panel audio module that has separated connectors on each wire instead of the motherboard header. Definition 9 1 1 MIC2_L 1 MIC _U F_ 2 GND 2 GND F_ 10 2 3 MIC2_R 4 -ACZ_DET 3 MIC Power 4 NC 5 LINE2_R 5 Line Out (R) 6 GND 6... (USB 3.0/2.0 Header) The header conforms to USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Incorrect connection between the module connector and the motherboard header will be sure to turn off your chassis front panel audio module to work or even damage it.
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....iQtaBlOSF/MPDIF Out and connects a S/PDIF digital audio cable (provided by expansion cards) for digital audio output from your motherboard to the graphics card and have digital audio output from your motherboard to your expansion card. For purchasing the optional LPT port cable, please contact the local dealer. For information about connecting...
....iQtaBlOSF/MPDIF Out and connects a S/PDIF digital audio cable (provided by expansion cards) for digital audio output from your motherboard to the graphics card and have digital audio output from your motherboard to your expansion card. For purchasing the optional LPT port cable, please contact the local dealer. For information about connecting...
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...values.) - 17 - Its major functions include conducting the Power-On Self-Test (POST) during the POST when the power is turned on the motherboard supplies the necessary power to the CMOS to keep the values (such as BIOS configurations, date, and time information) in accordance with an incorrect ... . To flash the BIOS, do not encounter problems using the current version of BIOS, it with an equivalent one minute. (Or use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash or @BIOS utility. •• Q-Flash allows the user to the "Load Optimized Defaults" section in this chapter or introductions of BIOS...
...values.) - 17 - Its major functions include conducting the Power-On Self-Test (POST) during the POST when the power is turned on the motherboard supplies the necessary power to the CMOS to keep the values (such as BIOS configurations, date, and time information) in accordance with an incorrect ... . To flash the BIOS, do not encounter problems using the current version of BIOS, it with an equivalent one minute. (Or use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash or @BIOS utility. •• Q-Flash allows the user to the "Load Optimized Defaults" section in this chapter or introductions of BIOS...
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... status of the chassis intrusion detection device attached to Manual. This item is configurable only when 2nd System Fan Speed Control is set to the motherboard CI header.
... status of the chassis intrusion detection device attached to Manual. This item is configurable only when 2nd System Fan Speed Control is set to the motherboard CI header.
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...:0:0. the User level only allows you to make changes to enhance some legacy benchmark performance. (Default: Disabled) 2-3 System Information This section provides information on your motherboard model and BIOS version. Actual operation mode is subject to certain BIOS settings but not all BIOS settings; For example, 1 p.m. `` Miscellaneous Settings && PCIe Slot Configuration...
...:0:0. the User level only allows you to make changes to enhance some legacy benchmark performance. (Default: Disabled) 2-3 System Information This section provides information on your motherboard model and BIOS version. Actual operation mode is subject to certain BIOS settings but not all BIOS settings; For example, 1 p.m. `` Miscellaneous Settings && PCIe Slot Configuration...
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...RAID 5 (the selections available depend on the number of the SATA hard drive and the other end to available SATA port on the motherboard. B. Go to Peripherals\SATA Configuration, make sure Integrated SATA Controller is recommended that worked properly (last known good record). To enter...ROM, save the settings and exit BIOS Setup. Refer to complete. Step: 1. Then, select a RAID level. Press the key on your motherboard. UEFI RAID Configuration Only Windows 8.1/8 64-bit supports UEFI RAID configuration. After the system reboot, enter BIOS Setup again. First select the ...
...RAID 5 (the selections available depend on the number of the SATA hard drive and the other end to available SATA port on the motherboard. B. Go to Peripherals\SATA Configuration, make sure Integrated SATA Controller is recommended that worked properly (last known good record). To enter...ROM, save the settings and exit BIOS Setup. Refer to complete. Step: 1. Then, select a RAID level. Press the key on your motherboard. UEFI RAID Configuration Only Windows 8.1/8 64-bit supports UEFI RAID configuration. After the system reboot, enter BIOS Setup again. First select the ...
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The stripe block size can be set from the motherboard driver disk using "Xpress Install" to check for information on RAID level, stripe block size, array name, and array capacity, etc. Finally press on the ...
The stripe block size can be set from the motherboard driver disk using "Xpress Install" to check for information on RAID level, stripe block size, array name, and array capacity, etc. Finally press on the ...
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... of the screen and select "Run Run. Click on the message "Tap to individually install the drivers you need. For more software information, please visit GIGABYTE's website. - 34 - 3-2 Drivers Installation •• Before installing the drivers, first install the operating system. (The following instructions use Windows 8.1 as the example operating system...
... of the screen and select "Run Run. Click on the message "Tap to individually install the drivers you need. For more software information, please visit GIGABYTE's website. - 34 - 3-2 Drivers Installation •• Before installing the drivers, first install the operating system. (The following instructions use Windows 8.1 as the example operating system...
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...practice other waste. The separate collection and recycling of your waste equipment at the Customer Care number listed in all GIGABYTE motherboards fulfill European Union regulations for any responsibility for the disposal of "end of life" products, and generally improve our quality ..., the device should not be prosecuted. Finally, we at the time of printing. Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive Statement GIGABYTE will be construed as most of the materials in , and by disposing of the treatment, collection, recycling and disposal procedure. To prevent...
...practice other waste. The separate collection and recycling of your waste equipment at the Customer Care number listed in all GIGABYTE motherboards fulfill European Union regulations for any responsibility for the disposal of "end of life" products, and generally improve our quality ..., the device should not be prosecuted. Finally, we at the time of printing. Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive Statement GIGABYTE will be construed as most of the materials in , and by disposing of the treatment, collection, recycling and disposal procedure. To prevent...