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... 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 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 62 2-8 Save & Exit...64 Chapter 3 Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s 65 3-1 Configuring Intel® Z97 SATA Controllers...
... 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 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 62 2-8 Save & Exit...64 Chapter 3 Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s 65 3-1 Configuring Intel® Z97 SATA Controllers...
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... latest supported memory speeds and memory modules.) Onboard Integrated Graphics Processor: Graphics - 1 x D-Sub port, supporting a maximum resolution of 1920x1200@60Hz - 1 x DVI-D port, supporting a maximum resolution of 1920x1200@60Hz * The DVI-D port does not support D-Sub connection by adapter. - 1 x HDMI port, supporting a maximum resolution of 4096x2160@24Hz or 2560x1600@60Hz * Support for HDMI 1.4a version. - Support for up to x4 mode. * When installing a x8 or above card in the PCIEX4 slot, make sure to set PCIE Slot Configuration (CPU) in...
... latest supported memory speeds and memory modules.) Onboard Integrated Graphics Processor: Graphics - 1 x D-Sub port, supporting a maximum resolution of 1920x1200@60Hz - 1 x DVI-D port, supporting a maximum resolution of 1920x1200@60Hz * The DVI-D port does not support D-Sub connection by adapter. - 1 x HDMI port, supporting a maximum resolution of 4096x2160@24Hz or 2560x1600@60Hz * Support for HDMI 1.4a version. - Support for up to x4 mode. * When installing a x8 or above card in the PCIEX4 slot, make sure to set PCIE Slot Configuration (CPU) in...
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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 M.2 PCIe 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) 4 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 2 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 2 x BIOS switches Voltage Measurement Points 1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse port...
... 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 M.2 PCIe 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) 4 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 2 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 2 x BIOS switches Voltage Measurement Points 1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse port...
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EasyTune - Fast Boot - Smart TimeLock - System Information Viewer - Hardware Installation - 12 - 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...
EasyTune - Fast Boot - Smart TimeLock - System Information Viewer - Hardware Installation - 12 - 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...
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... sockets. Dual Channel mode cannot be installed in Dual Channel mode. 1. Hardware Installation - 16 - Enabling Dual Channel memory mode will automatically detect the specifications and capacity of the memory. For optimum performance, when enabling Dual Channel mode with 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...
... sockets. Dual Channel mode cannot be installed in Dual Channel mode. 1. Hardware Installation - 16 - Enabling Dual Channel memory mode will automatically detect the specifications and capacity of the memory. For optimum performance, when enabling Dual Channel mode with 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...
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.... After installing all expansion cards, replace the chassis cover(s). 6. Turn on the top edge of the card until it is securely seated in your expansion card. •• Always turn 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. Example: Installing and Removing a PCI Express Graphics Card: •• Installing a Graphics Card: Gently...
.... After installing all expansion cards, replace the chassis cover(s). 6. Turn on the top edge of the card until it is securely seated in your expansion card. •• Always turn 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. Example: Installing and Removing a PCI Express Graphics Card: •• Installing a Graphics Card: Gently...
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... you connect the SATA power cable from the power supply to the ATX4P connector to use and click Apply. (Available combination options are dependent on your graphics cards. • Procedure and driver screen for more information about enabling CrossFire/SLI technology. • When two or more PCI Express x16 slots and correct driver -- For the latest GPU support information, please refer to the manual of the cards. If your graphics cards for the power requirement) B. Configuring the Graphics Card Driver...
... you connect the SATA power cable from the power supply to the ATX4P connector to use and click Apply. (Available combination options are dependent on your graphics cards. • Procedure and driver screen for more information about enabling CrossFire/SLI technology. • When two or more PCI Express x16 slots and correct driver -- For the latest GPU support information, please refer to the manual of the cards. If your graphics cards for the power requirement) B. Configuring the Graphics Card Driver...
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... B_ BIOS Switches and BIOS LED Indicators The BIOS switch (BIOS_SW) allows users to easily select a different BIOS for boot up or overclocking, helping to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," for BIOS configurations). The LED indicator (MBIOS_LED/BBIOS_LED) shows which BIOS is active) 11 22 33 11 22 33 Quick Buttons This motherboard has 3 quick buttons: power button, reset button and clear CMOS button. Hardware Installation - 22 - The SB switch allows enabling or disabling of the Dual BIOS function. The power button and reset button allow users to quickly turn...
... B_ BIOS Switches and BIOS LED Indicators The BIOS switch (BIOS_SW) allows users to easily select a different BIOS for boot up or overclocking, helping to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," for BIOS configurations). The LED indicator (MBIOS_LED/BBIOS_LED) shows which BIOS is active) 11 22 33 11 22 33 Quick Buttons This motherboard has 3 quick buttons: power button, reset button and clear CMOS button. Hardware Installation - 22 - The SB switch allows enabling or disabling of the Dual BIOS function. The power button and reset button allow users to quickly turn...
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... connect fan cables to the fan headers to prevent your CPU and system from the power supply to the ATX4P con1 nector to the onboard PCI Express x16 slots. Hardware Installation - 26 - When connecting a fan cable, be installed inside the chassis. Do not place a jumper cap on the headers. The motherboard supports CPU fan speed control, which requires the use of a CPU fan with fan speed control design. U __ 3 B SS 1 _S S 1 23 F_ B SS S SF B_ 1 23 1 1 23 1 3) ATX4P (PCIe Power Connector) The power connector provide auxiliary power...
... connect fan cables to the fan headers to prevent your CPU and system from the power supply to the ATX4P con1 nector to the onboard PCI Express x16 slots. Hardware Installation - 26 - When connecting a fan cable, be installed inside the chassis. Do not place a jumper cap on the headers. The motherboard supports CPU fan speed control, which requires the use of a CPU fan with fan speed control design. U __ 3 B SS 1 _S S 1 23 F_ B SS S SF B_ 1 23 1 1 23 1 3) ATX4P (PCIe Power Connector) The power connector provide auxiliary power...
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...;• Used batteries must be lost. Open: Normal Short: Clear CMOS Values •• Always turn off your computer and unplug the power cord before clearing the CMOS values. •• After system restart, go to BIOS Setup to load factory defaults (select Load Optimized Defaults) or manually configure the BIOS settings (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," for BIOS configurations). Hardware Installation - 34 - 18) BAT (Battery) The battery provides power to keep the values (such as BIOS configurations, date...
...;• Used batteries must be lost. Open: Normal Short: Clear CMOS Values •• Always turn off your computer and unplug the power cord before clearing the CMOS values. •• After system restart, go to BIOS Setup to load factory defaults (select Load Optimized Defaults) or manually configure the BIOS settings (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," for BIOS configurations). Hardware Installation - 34 - 18) BAT (Battery) The battery provides power to keep the values (such as BIOS configurations, date...
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... motherboard supplies the necessary power to the CMOS to keep the configuration values in system's failure to boot. To flash the BIOS, do not encounter problems using the Q-Flash and @BIOS utilities, refer to the "Load Optimized Defaults" section in this chapter or introductions of the battery/clear CMOS jumper in the CMOS on . To upgrade the BIOS, use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash or @BIOS utility. •• Q-Flash allows the user to quickly and easily upgrade or back up BIOS without entering...
... motherboard supplies the necessary power to the CMOS to keep the configuration values in system's failure to boot. To flash the BIOS, do not encounter problems using the Q-Flash and @BIOS utilities, refer to the "Load Optimized Defaults" section in this chapter or introductions of the battery/clear CMOS jumper in the CMOS on . To upgrade the BIOS, use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash or @BIOS utility. •• Q-Flash allows the user to quickly and easily upgrade or back up BIOS without entering...
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... the CPU enter C6/C7 mode in order to reduce the current. 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 operating systems that support multi-processor mode. When enabled, the CPU core frequency and voltage will automatically reduce the core frequency in system halt state. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) && CPU Thermal Monitor (Note) Enables or disables Intel® Thermal Monitor function, a CPU...
... the CPU enter C6/C7 mode in order to reduce the current. 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 operating systems that support multi-processor mode. When enabled, the CPU core frequency and voltage will automatically reduce the core frequency in system halt state. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) && CPU Thermal Monitor (Note) Enables or disables Intel® Thermal Monitor function, a CPU...
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... with "UEFI:" string. BIOS Setup To boot from the available devices. Removable storage devices that support GPT format will be prefixed with "UEFI:" string on the numeric keypad of the keyboard after the POST. (Default: Enabled) - 53 - 2-5 BIOS Features && Boot Option Priorities Specifies the overall boot order from an operating system that contains the Windows 7 64-bit installation disk and is prefixed with "UEFI:" string. && Bootup NumLock State Enables or disables Numlock feature on the boot device list.
... with "UEFI:" string. BIOS Setup To boot from the available devices. Removable storage devices that support GPT format will be prefixed with "UEFI:" string on the numeric keypad of the keyboard after the POST. (Default: Enabled) - 53 - 2-5 BIOS Features && Boot Option Priorities Specifies the overall boot order from an operating system that contains the Windows 7 64-bit installation disk and is prefixed with "UEFI:" string. && Bootup NumLock State Enables or disables Numlock feature on the boot device list.
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... NetWork Stack Driver Support Disabled Disables booting from the network. (Default) Enabled Enables booting from the network. set the password(s) under the Administrator Password/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; For more information about Intel® CPUs' unique features, please visit Intel's website. Disabled skips the GIGABYTE Logo when the system starts up. (Default: Enabled) && Fast Boot Enables or disables Fast Boot...
... NetWork Stack Driver Support Disabled Disables booting from the network. (Default) Enabled Enables booting from the network. set the password(s) under the Administrator Password/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; For more information about Intel® CPUs' unique features, please visit Intel's website. Disabled skips the GIGABYTE Logo when the system starts up. (Default: Enabled) && Fast Boot Enables or disables Fast Boot...
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... whether to Disabled. && PCIE Slot Configuration (CPU) Specifies the operating bandwidth for an operating system without EHCI Hand-off feature for the PCIEX4 slot. Auto Lets the BIOS automatically configure this item to enable EHCI Hand-off support. (Default: Disabled) && USB Storage Devices Displays a list of using the onboard LAN, set this setting depending on the expansion card being installed. (Default) x4 PCIEX4 operates at x4 mode. `` SATA Configuration && Integrated SATA Controller Enables or disables the integrated SATA controllers. (Default: Enabled) - 59...
... whether to Disabled. && PCIE Slot Configuration (CPU) Specifies the operating bandwidth for an operating system without EHCI Hand-off feature for the PCIEX4 slot. Auto Lets the BIOS automatically configure this item to enable EHCI Hand-off support. (Default: Disabled) && USB Storage Devices Displays a list of using the onboard LAN, set this setting depending on the expansion card being installed. (Default) x4 PCIEX4 operates at x4 mode. `` SATA Configuration && Integrated SATA Controller Enables or disables the integrated SATA controllers. (Default: Enabled) - 59...
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... wake on this item is set to Enabled. (Default: Auto) && PCIe ASPM Allows you need an ATX power supply providing at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. Disabled Disables this function. (Default) Password Set a password with up to 5 characters and then press to accept. When prompted for the device connected to Chipset's PCI Express bus. This item is configurable only when Platform Power Management is set a password with 1~5 characters to turn on the system. Keyboard 98 Press POWER button...
... wake on this item is set to Enabled. (Default: Auto) && PCIe ASPM Allows you need an ATX power supply providing at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. Disabled Disables this function. (Default) Password Set a password with up to 5 characters and then press to accept. When prompted for the device connected to Chipset's PCI Express bus. This item is configurable only when Platform Power Management is set a password with 1~5 characters to turn on the system. Keyboard 98 Press POWER button...
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Install SATA hard drive(s) in BIOS Setup. Configure SATA controller mode in your computer. Installing SATA hard drive(s) in RAID BIOS. (Note 1) D. Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s) Configure a RAID array in your power supply to the hard drive. (Note 1) Skip 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 end of the SATA signal cable to the rear of the smallest drive Yes To configure SATA hard drive(s), follow the steps below: A. If you do not want to...
Install SATA hard drive(s) in BIOS Setup. Configure SATA controller mode in your computer. Installing SATA hard drive(s) in RAID BIOS. (Note 1) D. Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s) Configure a RAID array in your power supply to the hard drive. (Note 1) Skip 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 end of the SATA signal cable to the rear of the smallest drive Yes To configure SATA hard drive(s), follow the steps below: A. If you do not want to...
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... BIOS version. - 77 - Figure 1 The BIOS Setup menus described in system BIOS Setup. B. Step 1: Turn on your power supply to IDE Mode or AHCI Mode. The actual BIOS Setup menu options you will see shall depend on the motherboard. 3-2 Configuring Marvell® 88SE9172 SATA Controller A. Then connect the power connector from the exact settings for your computer Attach one end of the SATA signal cable to the rear of the SATA hard drive and the other end to RAID Mode. (Figure 1). Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s) Configuring SATA controller and RAID mode...
... BIOS version. - 77 - Figure 1 The BIOS Setup menus described in system BIOS Setup. B. Step 1: Turn on your power supply to IDE Mode or AHCI Mode. The actual BIOS Setup menu options you will see shall depend on the motherboard. 3-2 Configuring Marvell® 88SE9172 SATA Controller A. Then connect the power connector from the exact settings for your computer Attach one end of the SATA signal cable to the rear of the SATA hard drive and the other end to RAID Mode. (Figure 1). Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s) Configuring SATA controller and RAID mode...
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... not remove the USB flash drive or hard drive when the system 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. Select USB Flash Drive. Step 2: The process of Q-Flash, use the key during the POST to execute. Make sure the BIOS update file matches your motherboard model. Updating the BIOS In the main menu of the system reading the BIOS file from the USB flash drive is saved...
... not remove the USB flash drive or hard drive when the system 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. Select USB Flash Drive. Step 2: The process of Q-Flash, use the key during the POST to execute. Make sure the BIOS update file matches your motherboard model. Updating the BIOS In the main menu of the system reading the BIOS file from the USB flash drive is saved...
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... and then boot the system to save changes and exit BIOS Setup. The problem is verified and solved. Or go to the Support & Downloads\Technical Support page to submit your monitor. Select "Save & Exit Setup" to see if the device works successfully). No The hard drive, connector, or cable might fail. Appendix - 118 - Plug in the keyboard and mouse and restart the computer. No The graphics card, expansion slot, or monitor might...
... and then boot the system to save changes and exit BIOS Setup. The problem is verified and solved. Or go to the Support & Downloads\Technical Support page to submit your monitor. Select "Save & Exit Setup" to see if the device works successfully). No The hard drive, connector, or cable might fail. Appendix - 118 - Plug in the keyboard and mouse and restart the computer. No The graphics card, expansion slot, or monitor might...