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... 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 Changing the Operational Amplifier 24 1-10 Internal Connectors 25 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 35 2-1 Startup Screen 36 2-2 The Main Menu 37 2-3 M.I.T...40 2-4 System Information 52 2-5 BIOS Features 53 2-6 Peripherals...57 2-7 Power Management 61 2-8 Save & Exit...63 Chapter 3 Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s 65 3-1 Configuring Intel® Z97 SATA Controllers 65 3-2 Configuring...
... 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 Changing the Operational Amplifier 24 1-10 Internal Connectors 25 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 35 2-1 Startup Screen 36 2-2 The Main Menu 37 2-3 M.I.T...40 2-4 System Information 52 2-5 BIOS Features 53 2-6 Peripherals...57 2-7 Power Management 61 2-8 Save & Exit...63 Chapter 3 Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s 65 3-1 Configuring Intel® Z97 SATA Controllers 65 3-2 Configuring...
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... PCIEX16_2 slots. 2 x PCI Express x16 slots, running at x8 (PCIEX8_1~2) * The PCIEX8_1 slot shares bandwidth with the PCIEX16_1 slot and the PCIEX8_2 slot with CPU Chipset Intel® Z97 Express Chipset Memory Onboard Graphics Audio 4 x DDR3 DIMM sockets supporting up to 32 GB of system memory * Due to a Windows 32-bit operating system limitation, when more than the size of the physical memory installed. Dual channel memory architecture...
... PCIEX16_2 slots. 2 x PCI Express x16 slots, running at x8 (PCIEX8_1~2) * The PCIEX8_1 slot shares bandwidth with the PCIEX16_1 slot and the PCIEX8_2 slot with CPU Chipset Intel® Z97 Express Chipset Memory Onboard Graphics Audio 4 x DDR3 DIMM sockets supporting up to 32 GB of system memory * Due to a Windows 32-bit operating system limitation, when more than the size of the physical memory installed. Dual channel memory architecture...
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...back panel 1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector 1 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector 1 x PCIe power connector 1 x SATA Express connector 8 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors 1 x CPU fan header 1 x water cooling fan header (CPU_OPT) 5 x system fan headers 1 x front panel header 1 x front panel audio header 1 x S/PDIF Out header 1 x USB 3.0/2.0 header 3 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers 1 x serial port header 1 x Clear CMOS jumper 1 x power button 1 x reset button 1 x Clear CMOS button 1 x audio gain control switch 8 x onboard voltage measurement points 2 x BIOS switches 1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse port 1 x D-Sub port 1 x DVI...
...back panel 1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector 1 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector 1 x PCIe power connector 1 x SATA Express connector 8 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors 1 x CPU fan header 1 x water cooling fan header (CPU_OPT) 5 x system fan headers 1 x front panel header 1 x front panel audio header 1 x S/PDIF Out header 1 x USB 3.0/2.0 header 3 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers 1 x serial port header 1 x Clear CMOS jumper 1 x power button 1 x reset button 1 x Clear CMOS button 1 x audio gain control switch 8 x onboard voltage measurement points 2 x BIOS switches 1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse port 1 x D-Sub port 1 x DVI...
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Fast Boot - Game Controller - ON/OFF Charge - USB Blocker Support for Q-Flash Support for Smart Switch Support for Xpress Install Norton® Internet Security (OEM version) Intel® Rapid Start Technology Intel® Smart Connect Technology Intel® Smart Response Technology Support for the software listed in APP Center may also differ depending on GIGABYTE's website to check the supported operating system(s) for Windows 8.1/8/7 Form Factor ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 24.4cm * GIGABYTE reserves the...
Fast Boot - Game Controller - ON/OFF Charge - USB Blocker Support for Q-Flash Support for Smart Switch Support for Xpress Install Norton® Internet Security (OEM version) Intel® Rapid Start Technology Intel® Smart Connect Technology Intel® Smart Response Technology Support for the software listed in APP Center may also differ depending on GIGABYTE's website to check the supported operating system(s) for Windows 8.1/8/7 Form Factor ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 24.4cm * GIGABYTE reserves the...
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... GTX 600 series.) For the latest GPU support information, please refer to the Configure SLI, Surround, PhysX screen and ensure Maximize 3D performance is enabled. (Note) The bridge connector(s) may differ by graphics cards and driver version. A CrossFire/SLI-supported motherboard with your system have more than two CrossFire cards, select the GPU combination you connect the SATA power cable from the power supply to the ATX4P connector to the manual of graphics cards.) C-2. Current...
... GTX 600 series.) For the latest GPU support information, please refer to the Configure SLI, Surround, PhysX screen and ensure Maximize 3D performance is enabled. (Note) The bridge connector(s) may differ by graphics cards and driver version. A CrossFire/SLI-supported motherboard with your system have more than two CrossFire cards, select the GPU combination you connect the SATA power cable from the power supply to the ATX4P connector to the manual of graphics cards.) C-2. Current...
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... the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. This jack supports audio amplifying function. Only dual-display configurations are supported after you connect your headphone/speaker to a back panel connector, first remove the cable from your DisplayPort-supported monitor. DisplayPort DisplayPort delivers high quality digital imaging and audio, supporting bi-directional audio transmission. DisplayPort can support both DPCP and HDCP content protection mechanisms. You can be reconfigured to the default Mic in devices such as a USB keyboard/mouse, USB printer, USB flash drive and...
... the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. This jack supports audio amplifying function. Only dual-display configurations are supported after you connect your headphone/speaker to a back panel connector, first remove the cable from your DisplayPort-supported monitor. DisplayPort DisplayPort delivers high quality digital imaging and audio, supporting bi-directional audio transmission. DisplayPort can support both DPCP and HDCP content protection mechanisms. You can be reconfigured to the default Mic in devices such as a USB keyboard/mouse, USB printer, USB flash drive and...
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... occur. •• After system restart, go to BIOS Setup to load factory defaults (select Load Optimized Defaults) or manually configure the BIOS settings (refer to reduce BIOS failure during overclocking. The SB switch allows enabling or disabling of the Dual BIOS function. The power button and reset button allow11 22u33 sers to quickly turn off or reset the computer in an open-case environment when they want to change hardware components or conduct hardware testing.
... occur. •• After system restart, go to BIOS Setup to load factory defaults (select Load Optimized Defaults) or manually configure the BIOS settings (refer to reduce BIOS failure during overclocking. The SB switch allows enabling or disabling of the Dual BIOS function. The power button and reset button allow11 22u33 sers to quickly turn off or reset the computer in an open-case environment when they want to change hardware components or conduct hardware testing.
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... connector wire is recommended that you connect the SATA power cable(s) from the power supply to the ATX4P con1 nector to prevent your CPU and system from overheating. The speed control function requires the use of a fan with fan speed control design. For optimum heat dissipation, it in damage to the CPU or the system may hang. •• These fan headers are 4-pin. Do not place a jumper cap on this motherboard...
... connector wire is recommended that you connect the SATA power cable(s) from the power supply to the ATX4P con1 nector to prevent your CPU and system from overheating. The speed control function requires the use of a fan with fan speed control design. For optimum heat dissipation, it in damage to the CPU or the system may hang. •• These fan headers are 4-pin. Do not place a jumper cap on this motherboard...
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... the chassis manufacturer. Hardware Installation B_ You may connect your computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to Chapter 6, "Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio." _ •• Some chassis provide a front panel audio module that has separated connectors on both of the motherboard header. For HD Front Panel Audio: For AC'97 Front Panel Audio: Pin No. For iSnformation about connecting the front panel audio module that provides two USB 3.0/2.0 ports...
... the chassis manufacturer. Hardware Installation B_ You may connect your computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to Chapter 6, "Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio." _ •• Some chassis provide a front panel audio module that has separated connectors on both of the motherboard header. For HD Front Panel Audio: For AC'97 Front Panel Audio: Pin No. For iSnformation about connecting the front panel audio module that provides two USB 3.0/2.0 ports...
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... (Clear CMOS Jumper) Use this jumper to clear the BIOS configuration and reset the CMOS values to touch the two pins for BIOS configurations). - 33 - 15) COMA (Serial Port Header) The COM header can provide one serial port via an optional COM port cable. Open: Normal Short: Clear CMOS Values •• Always turn off your computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before clearing the CMOS values. •• After system restart, go to BIOS Setup to load factory defaults...
... (Clear CMOS Jumper) Use this jumper to clear the BIOS configuration and reset the CMOS values to touch the two pins for BIOS configurations). - 33 - 15) COMA (Serial Port Header) The COM header can provide one serial port via an optional COM port cable. Open: Normal Short: Clear CMOS Values •• Always turn off your computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before clearing the CMOS values. •• After system restart, go to BIOS Setup to load factory defaults...
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... to 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/clear CMOS jumper/button in Chapter 1 for how to keep the configuration values in the CMOS. To flash the BIOS, do not encounter problems using the current version of BIOS, it with caution. To upgrade the BIOS, use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash or @BIOS utility. •• Q-Flash allows the user to...
... to 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/clear CMOS jumper/button in Chapter 1 for how to keep the configuration values in the CMOS. To flash the BIOS, do not encounter problems using the current version of BIOS, it with caution. To upgrade the BIOS, use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash or @BIOS utility. •• Q-Flash allows the user to...
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... CPU core frequency and voltage will automatically reduce the core frequency in system halt state. For more enhanced power-saving state than C1. Auto sets the power limit according to the CPU specifications. (Default: Auto) && Core Current Limit (Amps) Allows you to set the CPU Turbo ratios for CPU Turbo mode. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) && CPU EIST Function (Note) Enables or disables Enhanced Intel® Speed Step Technology (EIST). Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) && CPU Thermal Monitor...
... CPU core frequency and voltage will automatically reduce the core frequency in system halt state. For more enhanced power-saving state than C1. Auto sets the power limit according to the CPU specifications. (Default: Auto) && Core Current Limit (Amps) Allows you to set the CPU Turbo ratios for CPU Turbo mode. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) && CPU EIST Function (Note) Enables or disables Enhanced Intel® Speed Step Technology (EIST). Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) && CPU Thermal Monitor...
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.../User Password item. Setup A password is only required for entering the BIOS Setup program. System A password is required for booting the system and for Windows XP operating system; Disabled skips the GIGABYTE Logo when the system starts up. (Default: Enabled) && Fast Boot Enables or disables Fast Boot to Ultra Fast. && NetWork Stack Driver Support Disabled Disables booting from the network. (Default) Enabled Enables booting from the network. Set this item to Disabled for entering the BIOS Setup program. (Default) && Full Screen LOGO Show Allows you install a CPU...
.../User Password item. Setup A password is only required for entering the BIOS Setup program. System A password is required for booting the system and for Windows XP operating system; Disabled skips the GIGABYTE Logo when the system starts up. (Default: Enabled) && Fast Boot Enables or disables Fast Boot to Ultra Fast. && NetWork Stack Driver Support Disabled Disables booting from the network. (Default) Enabled Enables booting from the network. Set this item to Disabled for entering the BIOS Setup program. (Default) && Full Screen LOGO Show Allows you install a CPU...
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... onboard audio LED. (Default: Enabled) && USB DAC Power Enables or disables the power for the USB DAC connector on the back panel. Note: This is the recommended mode when BIOS has xHCI preboot support. (Default) Auto BIOS routes the sharable ports to EHCI controller. All USB 3.0 devices function as High Speed devices regardless of the onboard graphics. Options are : 128M, 256M, MAX. (Default: MAX) && Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology Enables or disables Intel® Rapid Start Technology. (Default: Disabled) && Legacy USB Support Allows USB keyboard/mouse to be used in previous boots...
... onboard audio LED. (Default: Enabled) && USB DAC Power Enables or disables the power for the USB DAC connector on the back panel. Note: This is the recommended mode when BIOS has xHCI preboot support. (Default) Auto BIOS routes the sharable ports to EHCI controller. All USB 3.0 devices function as High Speed devices regardless of the onboard graphics. Options are : 128M, 256M, MAX. (Default: MAX) && Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology Enables or disables Intel® Rapid Start Technology. (Default: Disabled) && Legacy USB Support Allows USB keyboard/mouse to be used in previous boots...
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... the SATA controller to IDE mode. RAID Enables RAID for an operating system without EHCI Hand-off support. (Default: Disabled) && USB Storage Devices Displays a list of connected USB mass storage devices. && EHCI Hand-off Determines whether to enable advanced Serial ATA features such as Native Command Queuing and hot plug. (Default) && SATA Express SRIS capabilities Enables or disables SATA Express SRIS (Separate Reference Clocks with Independent SSC) mode. (Default: Disabled) - 59 - BIOS Setup This item appears only when a USB storage device is an interface specification...
... the SATA controller to IDE mode. RAID Enables RAID for an operating system without EHCI Hand-off support. (Default: Disabled) && USB Storage Devices Displays a list of connected USB mass storage devices. && EHCI Hand-off Determines whether to enable advanced Serial ATA features such as Native Command Queuing and hot plug. (Default) && SATA Express SRIS capabilities Enables or disables SATA Express SRIS (Separate Reference Clocks with Independent SSC) mode. (Default: Disabled) - 59 - BIOS Setup This item appears only when a USB storage device is an interface specification...
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... serial port. && Serial Port A Enables or disables the onboard serial port. (Default: Enabled) `` Intel(R) Smart Connect Technology && ISCT Support Enables or disables Intel® Smart Connect Technology. (Default: Disabled) `` Marvell SATA Controller Configuration (Marvell® 88SE9172 Chip, GSATA3 6/7 connectors) && GSATA Controller Enables or disables RAID for the SATA controllers integrated in the Marvell® SATA controllers or configures the SATA controllers to AHCI mode.The area below displays the current status of each SATA port. IDE Mode Disables RAID for the SATA controllers...
... serial port. && Serial Port A Enables or disables the onboard serial port. (Default: Enabled) `` Intel(R) Smart Connect Technology && ISCT Support Enables or disables Intel® Smart Connect Technology. (Default: Disabled) `` Marvell SATA Controller Configuration (Marvell® 88SE9172 Chip, GSATA3 6/7 connectors) && GSATA Controller Enables or disables RAID for the SATA controllers integrated in the Marvell® SATA controllers or configures the SATA controllers to AHCI mode.The area below displays the current status of each SATA port. IDE Mode Disables RAID for the SATA controllers...
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... to configure the ASPM mode for the device connected to Chipset's PCI Express bus. Note: To use this function, you need an ATX power supply providing at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. Disabled Disables this item is set to Enabled. (Default: Enabled) BIOS Setup - 62 - Note: To cancel the password, press on the system, enter the password and press . This item is configurable only when Platform Power Management is set to Enabled. (Default: Auto) && CPU DMI Link ASPM Control Allows...
... to configure the ASPM mode for the device connected to Chipset's PCI Express bus. Note: To use this function, you need an ATX power supply providing at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. Disabled Disables this item is set to Enabled. (Default: Enabled) BIOS Setup - 62 - Note: To cancel the password, press on the system, enter the password and press . This item is configurable only when Platform Power Management is set to Enabled. (Default: Auto) && CPU DMI Link ASPM Control Allows...
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... to identify the SATA controller for the SATA port. (For example, on this motherboard, the SATA3 0/1/2/3/4/5 ports are supported by the Intel® Z97 Chipset.) Then connect the power connector from your computer Attach one hard drive. •• Windows setup disk. •• Motherboard driver disk. •• A USB thumb drive. 3-1 Configuring Intel® Z97 SATA Controllers A. C. Install SATA hard drive(s) in RAID BIOS. (Note 1) D. Configure a RAID array in your computer. Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s) Install the SATA RAID/AHCI driver and operating system...
... to identify the SATA controller for the SATA port. (For example, on this motherboard, the SATA3 0/1/2/3/4/5 ports are supported by the Intel® Z97 Chipset.) Then connect the power connector from your computer Attach one hard drive. •• Windows setup disk. •• Motherboard driver disk. •• A USB thumb drive. 3-1 Configuring Intel® Z97 SATA Controllers A. C. Install SATA hard drive(s) in RAID BIOS. (Note 1) D. Configure a RAID array in your computer. Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s) Install the SATA RAID/AHCI driver and operating system...
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... 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 a USB flash drive. Select USB Flash Drive. Q-Flash Utility v1.05 Model Name : Z97X-Gaming GT BIOS Version : F1b BIOS Date : 03/25/2014 Flash Type/Size : MXIC 25L Series 16MB Update BIOS From Drive SSaveleecBtIDOeSvtioceDrive Return to update BIOS?" Step 1: 1. Step 2: The process of Q-Flash, use the key during...
... 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 a USB flash drive. Select USB Flash Drive. Q-Flash Utility v1.05 Model Name : Z97X-Gaming GT BIOS Version : F1b BIOS Date : 03/25/2014 Flash Type/Size : MXIC 25L Series 16MB Update BIOS From Drive SSaveleecBtIDOeSvtioceDrive Return to update BIOS?" Step 1: 1. Step 2: The process of Q-Flash, use the key during...
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... boot the system to save changes and exit BIOS Setup. No The graphics card, expansion slot, or monitor might fail. A When the computer is turned on your monitor. Yes Press to submit your question. Our customer service staff will reply you as soon as possible. - 123 - Select "Load Optimized Defaults." Or go to the Support & Downloads\Technical Support page to enter BIOS Setup. No The power supply, CPU or CPU socket might fail. The problem...
... boot the system to save changes and exit BIOS Setup. No The graphics card, expansion slot, or monitor might fail. A When the computer is turned on your monitor. Yes Press to submit your question. Our customer service staff will reply you as soon as possible. - 123 - Select "Load Optimized Defaults." Or go to the Support & Downloads\Technical Support page to enter BIOS Setup. No The power supply, CPU or CPU socket might fail. The problem...