Gigabyte G1.SNIPER B6 Manual

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G1.Sniper B6

User's Manual

Rev. 1003

12ME-G1SNPB6-1003R

Motherboard

G1.Sniper B6

Motherboard

G1.Sniper B6

Sept. 12, 2014

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Identifying Your Motherboard Revision

The revision number on your motherboard looks like this: "REV: X.X." For example, "REV: 1.0" means the revision of the motherboard is 1.0. Check your motherboard revision before updating motherboard

BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical information. Example:

Table of Contents

G1.Sniper B6 Motherboard Layout..................................................................................		4
G1.Sniper B6 Motherboard Block Diagram......................................................................		5
Chapter 1 Hardware Installation......................................................................................		6
1-1	Installation Precautions.....................................................................................	6
1-2	Product Specifications......................................................................................	7
1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler..................................................................		9
1-4	Installing the Memory......................................................................................	10
1-5 Installing an Expansion Card..........................................................................		10
1-6	Back Panel Connectors..................................................................................	11
1-7	Changing the Operational Amplifier................................................................	12
1-8	Internal Connectors........................................................................................	13
Chapter 2 BIOS Setup...................................................................................................		19
2-1	Startup Screen................................................................................................	19
2-2	M.I.T................................................................................................................	20
2-3	System Information.........................................................................................	25
2-4	BIOS Features................................................................................................	26
2-5	Peripherals......................................................................................................	29
2-6	Power Management........................................................................................	32
2-7	Save & Exit.....................................................................................................	34
Chapter 3 Appendix.......................................................................................................		35
Drivers Installation.....................................................................................................		35
Regulatory Statements..............................................................................................		36
Contact Us.................................................................................................................		40

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G1.Sniper B6 Motherboard Layout

KB_MS_USB SYS_FAN1

DDR3_1

DDR3_3

DDR3_2

DDR3_4

CPU_FAN

DVI	ATX_12V_2X4
VGA

HDMI

USB_DAC

USB30_LAN

LGA1150

	Intel® GbE	G1.Sniper B6
AUDIO GAIN	LAN	G1.Sniper B6
AUDIO GAIN
	PCIEX1_1	M.2
TI Burr Brown®	PCIEX16
OPA2134
CODEC	PCIEX1_2	Intel® B85
CODEC	PCIEX1_2	B_BIOS M_BIOS
		B_BIOS M_BIOS

PCIEX4

ATX

F_USB30

SYS_FAN3

PCI1

iTE® Super I/O

PCI2

PCIe to PCI Bridge

1 SATA3 0

BAT

CLR_CMOS SATA3 3 2

SATA2

F_AUDIO SPDIF_O COMA

SYS_

FAN2 F_USB2 F_

USB1

F_PANEL

Box Contents

G1.Sniper B6 motherboard

Motherboard driver disk

Four SATA cables

User's Manual

I/O Shield

Two Velcro Cable Ties

The box contents above are for reference only and the actual items shall depend on the product package you obtain. The box contents are subject to change without notice.

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G1.Sniper B6 Motherboard Block Diagram

1 PCI Express x16

CPU CLK+/- (100 MHz)

PCIe CLK

DVI-D

LGA1150

DDR3 1600/1333 MHz

HDMI

CPU

(100 MHz)

Dual Channel Memory

DMI 2.0

FDI

PCI Express Bus

x16

1 PCI Express x4

D-Sub

1 M.2

LAN

Dual BIOS

4 SATA 6Gb/s

RJ45

Intel® GbE

2 SATA 3Gb/s

LAN

Switch

Intel® B85

4 USB 3.0/2.0

PCI Express Bus

7 USB 2.0/1.1

PCIe to

PCI Bridge

LPC Bus

iTE®

COM

2 PCI Express x1

Super

PCI Bus

I/O

CODEC

PS/2 KB/Mouse

PCI CLK

(33 MHz)

2 PCI

Out Out Out	MIC	Line	Out
		Out
		In
Speaker Speaker Speaker		Line	S/PDIF
Rear Center/Subwoofer Side

For detailed product information/limitation(s), refer to "1-2 Product Specifications."

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Chapter 1 Hardware Installation

1-1 Installation Precautions

The motherboard contains numerous delicate electronic circuits and components which can become damaged as a result of electrostatic discharge (ESD). Prior to installation, carefully read the user's manual and follow these procedures:

•• Prior to installation, make sure the chassis is suitable for the motherboard.

•• Prior to installation, do not remove or break motherboard S/N (Serial Number) sticker or warranty sticker provided by your dealer. These stickers are required for warranty validation.

•• Always remove the AC power by unplugging the power cord from the power outlet before installing or removing the motherboard or other hardware components.

•• When connecting hardware components to the internal connectors on the motherboard, make sure they are connected tightly and securely.

•• When handling the motherboard, avoid touching any metal leads or connectors.

•• It is best to wear an electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap when handling electronic components such as a motherboard, CPU or memory. If you do not have an ESD wrist strap, keep your hands dry and first touch a metal object to eliminate static electricity.

•• Prior to installing the motherboard, please have it on top of an antistatic pad or within an electrostatic shielding container.

•• Before unplugging the power supply cable from the motherboard, make sure the power supply has been turned off.

•• Before turning on the power, make sure the power supply voltage has been set according to the local voltage standard.

•• Before using the product, please verify that all cables and power connectors of your hardware components are connected.

•• To prevent damage to the motherboard, do not allow screws to come in contact with the motherboard circuit or its components.

•• Make sure there are no leftover screws or metal components placed on the motherboard or within the computer casing.

•• Do not place the computer system on an uneven surface.

•• Do not place the computer system in a high-temperature environment.

•• Turning on the computer power during the installation process can lead to damage to system components as well as physical harm to the user.

•• If you are uncertain about any installation steps or have a problem related to the use of the product, please consult a certified computer technician.

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1-2	Product Specifications

	CPU	Support for Intel® Core™ i7 processors/Intel® Core™ i5 processors/
		Intel® Core™ i3 processors/Intel® Pentium® processors/Intel® Celeron® processors
		in the LGA1150 package
		(Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.)
		L3 cache varies with CPU
	Chipset	Intel® B85 Express Chipset
	Memory	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 4 GB of physical
		memory is installed, the actual memory size displayed will be less than the size of
		the physical memory installed.

Dual channel memory architecture

Support for DDR3 1600/1333 MHz memory modulesSupport for non-ECC memory modules

Support for Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory modules

(Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory modules.)

Onboard	Integrated Graphics Processor:
Graphics	-	1 x D-Sub port, supporting a maximum resolution of 1920x1200
	-	1 x DVI-D port, supporting a maximum resolution of 1920x1200
		* The DVI-D port does not support D-Sub connection by adapter.
	-	1 x HDMI port, supporting a maximum resolution of 4096x2160
		* Support for HDMI 1.4a version.
	-	Support for up to 3 displays at the same time
	-	Maximum shared memory of 1 GB
Audio	Realtek® ALC1150 codec
	TI Burr Brown® OPA2134 operational amplifier
	High Definition Audio
	2/4/5.1/7.1-channel
	Support for S/PDIF Out
LAN	Intel® GbE LAN chip (10/100/1000 Mbit)
Expansion Slots	1 x PCI Express x16 slot, running at x16 (PCIEX16)
		* For optimum performance, if only one PCI Express graphics card is to be installed,
		be sure to install it in the PCIEX16 slot.
	(The PCIEX16 slot conforms to PCI Express 3.0 standard.)
	1 x PCI Express x16 slot, running at x4 (PCIEX4)
		* The M.2 socket shares bandwidth with the PCIEX4 slot. When the M.2 socket is
		populated, the PCIEX4 slot will operate at up to x2 mode.
	2 x PCI Express x1 slots
	(The PCIEX4 and PCI Express x1 slots conform to PCI Express 2.0 standard.)
	2 x PCI slots
Multi-Graphics	Support for AMD CrossFire™ technology
Technology
Storage Interface	Chipset:
	-	4 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors
	-	2 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors

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Storage Interface		-	1 x M.2 Socket 3 connector
			*	Support for M.2 PCIe SSDs only.
			*	The M.2 socket shares bandwidth with the PCIEX4 slot. When the M.2 socket is
				populated, the PCIEX4 slot will operate at up to x2 mode.
USB		Chipset:
		-	4 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports (2 ports on the back panel, 2 ports available through
			the internal USB headers)
		-	7 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (3 ports on the back panel, 4 ports available through
			the internal USB headers)
Internal		1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector
Connectors		1 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector
	1 x M.2 Socket 3 connector
	4 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors
	2 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors
	1 x CPU fan header
	3 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 headers
	2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers
	1 x serial port header
	1 x Clear CMOS jumper
	1 x audio gain control switch
Back Panel		1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse port
Connectors		1 x D-Sub port
	1 x DVI-D port
	1 x HDMI port
	2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports
	3 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports
	1 x RJ-45 port
	1 x optical S/PDIF Out connector
	5 x audio jacks (Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out, Rear Speaker Out, Line In,
		Line Out, Mic In)
I/O Controller		iTE® I/O Controller Chip
Hardware		System voltage detection
Monitor		CPU/System temperature detection
	CPU/System fan speed detection
		CPU/System overheating warning
	CPU/System fan fail warning
	CPU/System fan speed control

*Whether the fan speed control function is supported will depend on the cooler you install.

BIOS		2 x 64 Mbit flash
	Use of licensed AMI UEFI BIOS
	Support for DualBIOS™
		PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.7, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 5.0

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Unique Features Support for Q-Flash

Support for Xpress InstallSupport for APP Center

	* Available applications in APP Center may differ by motherboard model. Supported
	functions of each application may also differ depending on motherboard
	specifications.
-	@BIOS
-	EasyTune
-	EZ Setup
-	USB Blocker

Support for ON/OFF Charge

Bundled		Norton® Internet Security (OEM version)
Software		Intel® Rapid Start Technology
	Intel® Smart Connect Technology
		cFosSpeed
Operating	Support for Windows 8.1/8/7
System	Support for Windows 8.1/8/7
System
Form Factor		ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 23.4cm

*GIGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to the product specifications and product-related information without prior notice.

*Please visit the Support & Downloads\Utility page on GIGABYTE's website to check the supported operating system(s) for the software listed in the "Unique Features" and "Bundled Software" columns.

1-3	Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler
	Read the following guidelines 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 off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing the
		CPU to prevent hardware damage.
	••	Locate the pin one of the CPU. The CPU cannot be inserted if oriented incorrectly. (Or you may
		locate the notches on both sides of the CPU and alignment keys on the CPU socket.)
	••	Apply an even and thin layer of thermal grease on the surface of the CPU.
	••	Do not turn on the computer if the CPU cooler is not installed, otherwise overheating and damage
		of the CPU may occur.
	••	Set the CPU host frequency in accordance with the CPU specifications. It is not recommended
		that the system bus frequency be set beyond hardware specifications since it does not meet the
		standard requirements for the peripherals. If you wish to set the frequency beyond the standard
		specifications, please do so according to your hardware specifications including the CPU, graphics
		card, memory, hard drive, etc.

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Installing the CPU

Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the CPU.

LGA1150 CPU Socket		LGA1150 CPU
	Notch	Notch
Alignment	Alignment
Key	Key

Pin One Corner of the CPU Socket

Triangle Pin One Marking on the CPU

Do not remove the CPU socket cover before inserting the CPU. It may pop off from the load plate automatically during the process of re-engaging the lever after you insert the CPU.

1-4 Installing the Memory

Read the following guidelines before you begin to install the memory:

•• Make sure that the motherboard supports the memory. 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 cord from the power outlet before installing the memory to prevent hardware damage.

•• Memory modules have a foolproof design. A memory module can be installed in only one direction. If you are unable to insert the memory, switch the direction.

Dual Channel Memory Configuration

This motherboard provides four DDR3 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. After the memory is installed, the BIOS will automatically detect the specifications and capacity of the memory. Enabling

Dual Channel memory mode will double the original memory bandwidth.

The four DDR3 memory sockets are divided into two channels and each channel has two memory sockets as following:

Channel A: DDR3_2, DDR3_4Channel B: DDR3_1, DDR3_3

Due to CPU limitations, read the following guidelines before installing the memory in Dual Channel mode.

1.Dual Channel mode cannot be enabled if only one DDR3 memory module is installed.

2.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 and installed in the same colored DDR3 sockets. For optimum performance, when enabling Dual Channel mode with two memory modules, we recommend that you install them in the DDR3_1 and DDR3_2 sockets.

1-5 Installing an Expansion Card

Read the following guidelines before you begin to install an expansion card:

•• Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Carefully read the manual that came with your expansion card.

•• Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing an expansion card to prevent hardware damage.

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1-6 Back Panel Connectors

USB 2.0/1.1 Port

The USB port supports the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. You can connect a USB DAC to this port or use this port for USB devices such as a USB keyboard/mouse, USB printer, USB flash drive and etc. Use this port for USB devices such as a USB keyboard/mouse, USB printer, USB flash drive and etc.

PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse Port

Use this port to connect a PS/2 mouse or keyboard.

D-Sub Port

The D-Sub port supports a 15-pin D-Sub connector and supports a maximum resolution of 1920x1200@60Hz (the actual resolutions supported depend on the monitor being used). Connect a monitor that supports D-Sub connection to this port.

DVI-D Port (Note)

TheDVI-DportconformstotheDVI-Dspecificationandsupportsamaximumresolutionof1920x1200@60Hz

(the actual resolutions supported depend on the monitor being used). Connect a monitor that supports DVI-D connection to this port.

HDMI Port

The HDMI port is HDCP compliant and supports Dolby True HD and DTS HD

Master Audio formats. It also supports up to 192KHz/24bit 8-channel LPCM audio output. You can use this port to connect your HDMI-supported monitor. The maximum supported resolution is 4096x2160, but the actual resolutions supported are dependent on the monitor being used.

After installing the HDMI device, make sure to set the default sound playback device to HDMI.

Triple-Display Configurations for the Onboard Graphics:

Triple-display configurations are supported after you install motherboard drivers in OS. Only dual-display configurations are supported during the BIOS Setup or POST process.

RJ-45 LAN Port

The Gigabit Ethernet LAN port provides Internet connection at up to 1 Gbps data rate. The following describes the states of the LAN port LEDs.

Connection/

Connection/Speed LED:

Activity LED:

Speed LED

Activity LED

State

Description

State

Description

Orange

1 Gbps data rate

Blinking

Data transmission or receiving is occurring

Green

100 Mbps data rate

Off

No data transmission or receiving is

Off

10 Mbps data rate

occurring

LAN Port

•• When removing the cable connected to a back panel connector, first remove the cable from your device and then remove it from the motherboard.

•• When removing the cable, pull it straight out from the connector. Do not rock it side to side to prevent an electrical short inside the cable connector.

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USB 3.0/2.0 Port

The USB 3.0 port supports the USB 3.0 specification and is compatible to the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Use this port for USB devices such as a USB keyboard/mouse, USB printer, USB flash drive and etc.

Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out Jack

Use this audio jack to connect center/subwoofer speakers in a 5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration.

Rear Speaker Out

This jack can be used to connect front speakers in a 4/5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration.

Optical S/PDIF Out Connector

This connector provides digital audio out to an external audio system that supports digital optical audio. Before using this feature, ensure that your audio system provides an optical digital audio in connector.

Line In

The line in jack. Use this audio jack for line in devices such as an optical drive, walkman, etc.

Line Out

The line out jack. This jack supports audio amplifying function. For better sound quality, it is recommended that you connect your headphone/speaker to this jack (actual effects may vary by the device being used). Use this audio jack for a headphone or 2-channel speaker. This jack can be used to connect front speakers in a 4/5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration.

Mic In

The Mic in jack. Microphones must be connected to this jack.

Theaudiojackscanbereconfiguredtoperformdifferentfunctionsviatheaudiosoftware(supported functions may vary based on hardware specification). If you install a Side Speaker, you need to retask other audio jack to be Side Speaker out. Only microphones still MUST be connected to the default Mic in jack.

1-7 Changing the Operational Amplifier

Step 1:

Use an IC extractor to carefully grip the IC's sides and extract it from the socket.

Step 2:

Align the notch on your OP chip with the notch on the socket and gently press the chip into the socket until seated.

For purchasing the IC extractor and OP Chip, please contact the local dealer.

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+ 28 hidden pages

Gigabyte G1.SNIPER B6 Manual

G1.Sniper B6 Motherboard Layout

G1.Sniper B6 Motherboard Block Diagram

Chapter 1 Hardware Installation

1-1 Installation Precautions

Product Specifications

Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler

1-4 Installing the Memory

1-5 Installing an Expansion Card

1-6 Back Panel Connectors

1-7 Changing the Operational Amplifier