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Motherboard GA-Z97MX-Gaming 5 Apr. 3, 2014 Motherboard GA-Z97MX-Gaming 5 Apr. 3, 2014
Motherboard GA-Z97MX-Gaming 5 Apr. 3, 2014 Motherboard GA-Z97MX-Gaming 5 Apr. 3, 2014
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... means without prior notice. 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 © 2014 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY... translated, transmitted, or published in the use of this : "REV: X.X." All rights reserved. No part of GIGABYTE. Check your motherboard looks like this product, GIGABYTE provides the following types of documentations: For quick set-up of the...
... means without prior notice. 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 © 2014 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY... translated, transmitted, or published in the use of this : "REV: X.X." All rights reserved. No part of GIGABYTE. Check your motherboard looks like this product, GIGABYTE provides the following types of documentations: For quick set-up of the...
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Table of Contents Box Contents...6 Optional Items...6 GA-Z97MX-Gaming 5 Motherboard Layout 7 GA-Z97MX-Gaming 5 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-Z97MX-Gaming 5 Motherboard Layout 7 GA-Z97MX-Gaming 5 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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... No. 12CF1-3SATPW-4*R) 3.5" Front Panel with 2 USB 3.0/2.0 ports (Part No. 12CR1-FPX582-2*R) HDMI-to change without notice. Box Contents 55 GA-Z97MX-Gaming 5 motherboard 55 Motherboard driver disk 55 User's Manual 55 Quick Installation Guide 55 Four SATA cables 55 I/O Shield 55 One 2-Way SLI bridge connector The box contents above...
... No. 12CF1-3SATPW-4*R) 3.5" Front Panel with 2 USB 3.0/2.0 ports (Part No. 12CR1-FPX582-2*R) HDMI-to change without notice. Box Contents 55 GA-Z97MX-Gaming 5 motherboard 55 Motherboard driver disk 55 User's Manual 55 Quick Installation Guide 55 Four SATA cables 55 I/O Shield 55 One 2-Way SLI bridge connector The box contents above...
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GA-Z97MX-Gaming 5 Motherboard Block Diagram PCIe CLK (100 MHz) 1 PCI Express x16 or 2 PCI Express x8 LGA1150 CPU CPU CLK+/- (100 MHz) DDR3 1600/1333 MHz Dual Channel ...
GA-Z97MX-Gaming 5 Motherboard Block Diagram PCIe CLK (100 MHz) 1 PCI Express x16 or 2 PCI Express x8 LGA1150 CPU CPU CLK+/- (100 MHz) DDR3 1600/1333 MHz Dual Channel ...
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...ESD) wrist strap when handling electronic components such as a result of electrostatic discharge (ESD). 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. ...8226;• If you are connected tightly and securely. •• When handling the motherboard, avoid touching any installation steps or have it on top of an antistatic pad or within the computer casing. •• Do...
...ESD) wrist strap when handling electronic components such as a result of electrostatic discharge (ESD). 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. ...8226;• If you are connected tightly and securely. •• When handling the motherboard, avoid touching any installation steps or have it on top of an antistatic pad or within the computer casing. •• Do...
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Smart TimeLock - Fast Boot - Smart Recovery 2 - Game Controller - ON/OFF Charge - Hardware Installation - 12 - EZ Setup - Hardware ... depend on the cooler you install. 2 x 64 Mbit flash Use of each application may differ by motherboard model. System Information Viewer - USB Blocker Support for Q-Flash Support for Smart Switch Support for Xpress Install...Support for Windows 8.1/8/7 Form Factor Micro ATX Form Factor; 24.4cm x 24.4cm * GIGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to check the supported operating system(s) for APP Center * Available ...
Smart TimeLock - Fast Boot - Smart Recovery 2 - Game Controller - ON/OFF Charge - Hardware Installation - 12 - EZ Setup - Hardware ... depend on the cooler you install. 2 x 64 Mbit flash Use of each application may differ by motherboard model. System Information Viewer - USB Blocker Support for Q-Flash Support for Smart Switch Support for Xpress Install...Support for Windows 8.1/8/7 Form Factor Micro ATX Form Factor; 24.4cm x 24.4cm * GIGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to check the supported operating system(s) for APP Center * Available ...
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... 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 latest CPU support list.) •• Always turn on the computer if the CPU cooler is not recommended that... CPU. If you may occur. •• Set the CPU host frequency in accordance with the CPU specifications. Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the CPU - 13 - The CPU cannot be set the frequency beyond hardware specifications since it does not meet the...
... 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 latest CPU support list.) •• Always turn on the computer if the CPU cooler is not recommended that... CPU. If you may occur. •• Set the CPU host frequency in accordance with the CPU specifications. Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the CPU - 13 - The CPU cannot be set the frequency beyond hardware specifications since it does not meet the...
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... lever by the handle, not the lever base portion. Step 2: Hold the CPU with the socket alignment keys) and gently insert the CPU into the motherboard CPU socket. •• Before installing the CPU, make sure the front end of the CPU socket (or you may pop off the computer and...
... lever by the handle, not the lever base portion. Step 2: Hold the CPU with the socket alignment keys) and gently insert the CPU into the motherboard CPU socket. •• Before installing the CPU, make sure the front end of the CPU socket (or you may pop off the computer and...
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... Inadequately removing the CPU cooler may adhere to the CPU. Hardware Installation Step 4: You should hear a "click" when pushing down on the motherboard. Step 6: Finally, attach the power connector of the CPU cooler to the CPU fan header (CPU_FAN) on the push pins diagonally. Female ...pins are joined closely. (Refer to your CPU cooler installation manual for instructions on the motherboard. 1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU cooler on the motherboard. (The following procedure uses Intel® boxed cooler as the picture above shows, ...
... Inadequately removing the CPU cooler may adhere to the CPU. Hardware Installation Step 4: You should hear a "click" when pushing down on the motherboard. Step 6: Finally, attach the power connector of the CPU cooler to the CPU fan header (CPU_FAN) on the push pins diagonally. Female ...pins are joined closely. (Refer to your CPU cooler installation manual for instructions on the motherboard. 1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU cooler on the motherboard. (The following procedure uses Intel® boxed cooler as the picture above shows, ...
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...Double-Sided, "- -"=No Memory) DDR3_4 DDR3_2 DDR3_3 DDR3_1 Due 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. DS/SS - - When enabling Dual Channel mode with two memory modules, we ... begin to prevent hardware damage. •• Memory modules have a foolproof design. A memory module can 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...
...Double-Sided, "- -"=No Memory) DDR3_4 DDR3_2 DDR3_3 DDR3_1 Due 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. DS/SS - - When enabling Dual Channel mode with two memory modules, we ... begin to prevent hardware damage. •• Memory modules have a foolproof design. A memory module can 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...
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... of the memory module. DDR3 and DDR2 DIMMs are not compatible to each other or DDR DIMMs. Be sure to install DDR3 DIMMs on this motherboard. Spread the retaining clips at both ends of the memory socket.
... of the memory module. DDR3 and DDR2 DIMMs are not compatible to each other or DDR DIMMs. Be sure to install DDR3 DIMMs on this motherboard. Spread the retaining clips at both ends of the memory socket.
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... off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before you begin to install an expansion card: •• Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Hardware Installation - 18 - After installing all expansion cards, replace the chassis cover(s). 6. Turn on the slot and then lift the card...
... off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before you begin to install an expansion card: •• Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Hardware Installation - 18 - After installing all expansion cards, replace the chassis cover(s). 6. Turn on the slot and then lift the card...
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... be needed or not depending on top of identical brand and chip and correct driver -- System Requirements -- Configuring the Graphics Card Driver C-1. A CrossFire/SLI-supported motherboard with sufficient power is recommended (Refer to the Configure SLI, Surround, Physx screen and ensure Maximize 3D performance is selected and click Apply. 1-6 Setting up...
... be needed or not depending on top of identical brand and chip and correct driver -- System Requirements -- Configuring the Graphics Card Driver C-1. A CrossFire/SLI-supported motherboard with sufficient power is recommended (Refer to the Configure SLI, Surround, Physx screen and ensure Maximize 3D performance is selected and click Apply. 1-6 Setting up...
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...-D port conforms to HDMI. (The item name may differ depending on the monitor being used). Use this port. The maximum supported resolution is from the motherboard. •• When removing the cable, pull it side to side to this port for USB devices such as a USB keyboard/mouse, USB printer, USB...
...-D port conforms to HDMI. (The item name may differ depending on the monitor being used). Use this port. The maximum supported resolution is from the motherboard. •• When removing the cable, pull it side to side to this port for USB devices such as a USB keyboard/mouse, USB printer, USB...
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...occurring Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out Jack Use this audio jack to this feature, ensure that your device and then remove it from the motherboard. •• When removing the cable, pull it straight out from your audio system provides an optical digital audio in a ...4/5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration. Only dual-display configurations are supported after you install motherboard drivers in jack. Rear Speaker Out This jack can be Side Speaker out. The audio jacks can be connected to connect front speakers...
...occurring Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out Jack Use this audio jack to this feature, ensure that your device and then remove it from the motherboard. •• When removing the cable, pull it straight out from your audio system provides an optical digital audio in a ...4/5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration. Only dual-display configurations are supported after you install motherboard drivers in jack. Rear Speaker Out This jack can be Side Speaker out. The audio jacks can be connected to connect front speakers...
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... sure your devices are compliant with the connectors you wish to connect. •• Before installing the devices, be sure to the connector on the motherboard. - 23 -
... sure your devices are compliant with the connectors you wish to connect. •• Before installing the devices, be sure to the connector on the motherboard. - 23 -
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... connector in the correct orientation. The power connector possesses a foolproof design. To meet expansion requirements, it is turned off and all the components on the motherboard. 1/2) ATX_12V_2X4/ATX (2x4 12V Power Connector and 2x12 Main Power Connector) With the use of the power connector, the power supply can lead to an...
... connector in the correct orientation. The power connector possesses a foolproof design. To meet expansion requirements, it is turned off and all the components on the motherboard. 1/2) ATX_12V_2X4/ATX (2x4 12V Power Connector and 2x12 Main Power Connector) With the use of the power connector, the power supply can lead to an...
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... inside the chassis. 1 CPU_FAN CPU_FAN: Pin No. Definition 1 GND 2 +12V 3 Sense 4 Speed Control 1 SYS_FAN1/2 1 SYS_FAN3 SYS_FAN1/2/3 Pin No. Do not place a jumper cap on this motherboard are not configuration jumper blocks. Definition 1 1 GND 2 +12V/Speed Control 3 Sense 4 VCC •• Be sure to connect fan cables to the fan headers to...
... inside the chassis. 1 CPU_FAN CPU_FAN: Pin No. Definition 1 GND 2 +12V 3 Sense 4 Speed Control 1 SYS_FAN1/2 1 SYS_FAN3 SYS_FAN1/2/3 Pin No. Do not place a jumper cap on this motherboard are not configuration jumper blocks. Definition 1 1 GND 2 +12V/Speed Control 3 Sense 4 VCC •• Be sure to connect fan cables to the fan headers to...
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...screw. Hardware Installation B F_USB3 F Step 1: Use a screw driver to correctly install an M.2 SSD in the picture above. •• On the motherboard there are three length adjustment holes for the M.2 SSD to be used one at an oblique angle. Step 2: Slide the M.2 SSD into this connector... 4: The installation is installed. - 27 - S B_ B _S S_ _ B _U Fol_low the steps below to unfasten the screw and nut from the motherboard. Locate the proper mounting hole for the M.2 SSD to be installed and refasten the screw and nut. •• M.2, SATA Express, and SATA3 4/5 ...
...screw. Hardware Installation B F_USB3 F Step 1: Use a screw driver to correctly install an M.2 SSD in the picture above. •• On the motherboard there are three length adjustment holes for the M.2 SSD to be used one at an oblique angle. Step 2: Slide the M.2 SSD into this connector... 4: The installation is installed. - 27 - S B_ B _S S_ _ B _U Fol_low the steps below to unfasten the screw and nut from the motherboard. Locate the proper mounting hole for the M.2 SSD to be installed and refasten the screw and nut. •• M.2, SATA Express, and SATA3 4/5 ...