GIGABYTE GA-78LMT-S2P Owner's Manual

GA-78LMT-USB3 GA-78LMT-S2P

User's Manual

Rev. 3101 12ME-78LTUB3-3101R

Motherboard

GA-78LMT-USB3/GA-78LMT-S2P

Motherboard

GA-78LMT-USB3/

GA-78LMT-S2P

Mar. 1, 2011

Mar. 1, 2011

Copyright

© 2011 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. All rights reserved.

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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

GA-78LMT-USB3/GA-78LMT-S2P Motherboard Layout.................................................		5
GA-78LMT-USB3/GA-78LMT-S2P Motherboard Block Diagram....................................		6
Chapter 1 Hardware Installation......................................................................................		7
1-1	Installation Precautions....................................................................................	7
1-2	Product Specifications......................................................................................	8
1-3	Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler...............................................................	10
1-4	Installing the Memory......................................................................................	11
1-5	Installing an Expansion Card..........................................................................	11
1-6	Back Panel Connectors..................................................................................	12
1-7	Internal Connectors........................................................................................	13
Chapter 2 BIOS Setup...................................................................................................		20
2-1	Startup Screen...............................................................................................	20
2-2	The Main Menu...............................................................................................	21
2-3	MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.)........................................................................	22
2-4	Standard CMOS Features..............................................................................	26
2-5	Advanced BIOS Features...............................................................................	27
2-6	Integrated Peripherals....................................................................................	29
2-7	Power Management Setup.............................................................................	31
2-8	PnP/PCI Configurations.................................................................................	33
2-9	PC Health Status............................................................................................	33
2-10	Load Fail-Safe Defaults..................................................................................	34
2-11	Load Optimized Defaults................................................................................	35
2-12	Set Supervisor/User Password......................................................................	35
2-13	Save & Exit Setup...........................................................................................	36
2-14	Exit Without Saving........................................................................................	36
Chapter 3 Drivers Installation........................................................................................		37
Chapter 4 Appendix.......................................................................................................		37
Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s)................................................................................		37

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GA-78LMT-USB3/GA-78LMT-S2P Motherboard Layout

KB_MS				CPU_FAN
	ATX_12V
VGA				AM3+
DVI
R_USB	Etron
	EJ168 j
USB_LAN
AUDIO
	F_AUDIO			AMD 760G
	Realtek			1 2
	RTL8111E			DDR3 DDR3
		PCIEX16
iTE		PCIEX1		GA-78LMT-USB3/ AMD SB710
IT8720
			BAT	GA-78LMT-S2P
CODEC		PCI		SATA2_2
				SATA2_1
M_BIOS		B_BIOS		SATA2_0
			COM	F_USB2 F_USB1
		CLR_CMOS		SYS_FAN

ATX

F_PANEL

SATA2_5

SATA2_4

SATA2_3

Box Contents

GA-78LMT-USB3 or GA-78LMT-S2P motherboard

Motherboard driver disk	Two SATA cables
User's Manual	I/O Shield

* The box contents above are for reference only and the actual items shall depend on the product package you obtain.

j Only for GA-78LMT-USB3.

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GA-78LMT-USB3/GA-78LMT-S2P Motherboard Block Diagram

CPU CLK+/- (200 MHz)

1 PCI Express x16

AM3+/AM3 CPU

DDR3 1333+ (O.C.)/1066/800 MHz

Dual Channel Memory

LAN

2 USB 3.0/2.0 j

PCIe CLK

Hyper Transport 3.0

RJ45

(100 MHz)

Realtek

Etron

RTL8111E

EJ168 j

GFX CLK (100 MHz)

x16	x1	x1
PCI Express Bus	x1	AMD 760G	D-Sub
			DVI-D

PCIe CLK

(100 MHz)

1 PCI Express x1

6 SATA 3Gb/s

6 USB 2.0/1.1 Ports j

AMD SB710

8 USB 2.0/1.1 Ports k

PCI Bus

Dual BIOS

LPC

COM Port

Bus

iTE

IT8720

CODEC

PS/2 KB/Mouse

1 PCI

PCI CLK

(33 MHz)

j Only for GA-78LMT-USB3. k Only for GA-78LMT-S2P.

Line-In (Rear Speaker Out)

Line-Out (Front Speaker Out)

MIC (Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out)

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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, 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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Hardware Installation

1-2	Product Specifications
	CPU		AM3+ Socket:
			- AMD AM3+ processor
			- AMD AM3 Phenom™ II processor/ AMD Athlon™ II processor
			(Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.)
	Hyper Transport		4400 MT/s
	Bus
	Chipset	North Bridge: AMD 760G
		South Bridge: AMD SB710
	Memory	2 x 1.5V DDR3 DIMM sockets supporting up to 8 GB of system memory
			* Due to 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 4 GB.
		Dual channel memory architecture
		Support for DDR3 1333+ (O.C.)/1066/800 MHz memory modules
			(Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory
			modules.)
	Onboard		North Bridge:
	Graphics		- 1 x D-Sub port

-1 x DVI-D port, supporting a maximum resolution of 1920x1200

*The DVI-D port does not support D-Sub connection by adapter.

Audio		Realtek ALC889 codec
	High Definition Audio
		2/4/5.1/7.1-channel

*To enable 7.1-channel audio, you have to use an HD front panel audio module and enable the multi-channel audio feature through the audio driver.

LAN		1 x Realtek RTL8111E chip (10/100/1000 Mbit)
Expansion Slots		1 x PCI Express x16 slot, running at x16
		1 x PCI Express x1 slot
		(All PCI Express slots conform to the PCI Express 2.0 standard.)
		1 x PCI slot
Storage Interface		South Bridge:
		- 6 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors supporting up to 6 SATA 3Gb/s devices
		- Support for SATA RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10, and JBOD
USB		South Bridge:
		- Up to 6 USB 2.0/1.1 ports (2 on the back panel, 4 via the USB brackets
		connected to the internal USB headers) j
		- Up to 8 USB 2.0/1.1 ports (4 on the back panel, 4 via the USB brackets
		connected to the internal USB headers) k
		Etron EJ168 chip: j
		- Up to 2 USB 3.0/2.0 ports on the back panel

j Only for GA-78LMT-USB3. k Only for GA-78LMT-S2P.

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Internal	1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector
Connectors	1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector
	6 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors
	1 x CPU fan header
	1 x system fan header
	1 x front panel header
	1 x front panel audio header
	2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers
	1 x serial port header
	1 x clearing CMOS jumper
Back Panel	1 x PS/2 keyboard port
Connectors	1 x PS/2 mouse port
	1 x D-Sub port
	1 x DVI-D port
	2 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports j
	2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports j
	4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports k
	1 x RJ-45 port
	3 x audio jacks (Line In/Line Out/Microphone)
I/O Controller		iTE IT8720 chip
Hardware		System voltage detection
Monitor		CPU/System temperature detection
	CPU/System fan speed detection
	CPU overheating warning
	CPU/System fan fail warning
	CPU fan speed control

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

BIOS		2 x 16 Mbit flash
	Use of licensed AWARD BIOS
	Support for DualBIOS™
	PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.0, SM BIOS 2.4, ACPI 1.0b
Unique Features		Support for @BIOS
		Support for Q-Flash
	Support for Xpress BIOS Rescue
	Support for Download Center
	Support for Xpress Install
	Support for Xpress Recovery2
	Support for EasyTune
		* Available functions in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model.
	Support for Smart Recovery
j Only for GA-78LMT-USB3.
k Only for GA-78LMT-S2P.
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	Unique Features		Support for Auto Green
		Support for ON/OFF Charge
		Support for Cloud OC
			Support for Q-Share
	Bundled		Norton Internet Security (OEM version)
	Software
	Operating		Support for Microsoft® Windows 7/Vista/XP
	System
	Form Factor		Micro ATX Form Factor; 24.4cm x 20.6cm

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

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.

Installing the CPU

A. Locate the pin one (denoted by a small triangle) of the CPU socket and the CPU.

							A Small Triangle Mark	AM3+ Socket
							Denotes Pin One of the
							Socket

A Small Triangle Marking	AM3+/AM3 CPU
Denotes CPU Pin One

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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 two 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 two DDR3 memory sockets are divided into two channels and each channel has one memory socket as following:

Channel 0: DDR3_1 Channel 1: DDR3_2

DDR3_2

DDR3_1

Due to CPU limitations, read the following guidelines before installing the memory in Dual Channel mode. 111 Dual Channel mode cannot be enabled if only one DDR3 memory module is installed.

222When enabling Dual Channel mode with two memory modules, it is recommended that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used for optimum performance.

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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Hardware Installation

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k Only for GA-78LMT-S2P.

1-6 Back Panel Connectors

j k

PS/2 Keyboard and PS/2 Mouse Port

Use the upper port (green) to connect a PS/2 mouse and the lower port (purple) to connect a PS/2 keyboard.

D-Sub Port

The D-Sub port supports a 15-pin D-Sub connector. Connect a monitor that supports D-Sub connection to this port.

DVI-D Port (Note)

The DVI-D port conforms to the DVI-D specification and supports a maximum resolution of 1920x1200

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

USB 3.0/2.0 Port j

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.

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/

Activity LED

Connection/Speed LED:

Activity LED:

Speed 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 occurring

LAN Port

Off

10 Mbps data rate

USB 2.0/1.1 Port

The USB port supports 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.

Line In Jack (Blue)

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

Line Out Jack (Green)

The default line out jack. 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 Jack (Pink)

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

To enable 7.1-channel audio, you have to use an HD front panel audio module and enable the

multi-channel audio feature through the audio driver.

•• 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.

(Note) The DVI-D port does not support D-Sub connection by adapter. j Only for GA-78LMT-USB3.

Hardware Installation

1-7 Internal Connectors

1								3

			2
7			6
11			5
10	9	4	8

1)	ATX_12V	7)	F_AUDIO
2)	ATX	8)	F_USB1/F_USB2
3)	CPU_FAN	9)	COM
4)	SYS_FAN	10)	CLR_CMOS
5)	SATA2_0/1/2/3/4/5	11)	BAT
6)	F_PANEL

Read the following guidelines before connecting external devices:

•• First make sure your devices are compliant with the connectors you wish to connect.

•• Before installing the devices, be sure to turn off the devices and your computer. Unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the devices.

•• After installing the device and before turning on the computer, make sure the device cable has been securely attached to the connector on the motherboard.

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Hardware Installation

1/2) ATX_12V/ATX (2x2 12V Power Connector and 2x12 Main Power Connector)

With the use of the power connector, the power supply can supply enough stable power to all the components on the motherboard. Before connecting the power connector, first make sure the power supply is turned off and all devices are properly installed. The power connector possesses a foolproof design. Connect the power supply cable to the power connector in the correct orientation. The 12V power connector mainly supplies power to the CPU. If the 12V power connector is not connected, the computer will not start.

To meet expansion requirements, it is recommended that a power supply that can withstand high power consumption be used (500W or greater). If a power supply is used that does not provide the required power, the result can lead to an unstable or unbootable system.

								1	3	ATX_12V
										Pin No.	Definition
										1	GND
										2	GND
								2	4	3	+12V
								ATX_12V		4	+12V

		ATX:
12	24	Pin No.	Definition	Pin No.	Definition
		1	3.3V	13	3.3V
		2	3.3V	14	-12V
		3	GND	15	GND
		4	+5V	16	PS_ON (soft On/Off)
		5	GND	17	GND
		6	+5V	18	GND
		7	GND	19	GND
		8	Power Good	20	-5V
		9	5VSB (stand by +5V)	21	+5V
		10	+12V	22	+5V
		11	+12V (Only for 2x12-pin ATX)	23	+5V (Only for 2x12-pin ATX)
1	13	12	3.3V (Only for 2x12-pin ATX)	24	GND (Only for 2x12-pin ATX)

ATX

Hardware Installation

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