Gigabyte GA-970A-D3P Manual

GA-970A-D3P

User's Manual

Rev. 1001 12ME-970AD3P-1001R

Motherboard

GA-970A-D3P

Motherboard

GA-970A-D3P

May 24, 2013

May 24, 2013

Copyright

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Disclaimer

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Changes to the specifications and features in this manual may be made by GIGABYTE without prior notice.

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Documentation Classifications

In order to assist in the use of this product, GIGABYTE provides the following types of documentations:

For quick set-up of the product, read the Quick Installation Guide included with the product.For detailed product information, carefully read the User's Manual.

For product-related information, check on our website at: http://www.gigabyte.com

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

Box Contents....................................................................................................................			6
Optional Items..................................................................................................................			6
GA-970A-D3P Motherboard Layout................................................................................			7
GA-970A-D3P 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.......................................................................................		15
1-4	Installing 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	Back Panel Connectors..................................................................................		19
1-7	Internal Connectors........................................................................................		21
Chapter 2 BIOS Setup...................................................................................................			29
2-1	Startup Screen...............................................................................................		30
2-2	The Main Menu..............................................................................................		31
2-3	M.I.T................................................................................................................		33
2-4	System............................................................................................................		41
2-5	BIOS Features................................................................................................		42
2-6	Peripherals.....................................................................................................		45
2-7	Power Management.......................................................................................		48
2-8	Save & Exit.....................................................................................................		50
Chapter 3 Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s)...................................................................			51
3-1	Configuring SATA Controllers........................................................................		51
3-2	Installing the SATA RAID/AHCI Driver and Operating System......................		57

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Chapter 4 Drivers Installation........................................................................................		61
4-1	Installing Chipset Drivers...............................................................................	61
4-2	Application Software......................................................................................	62
4-3	Technical Manuals..........................................................................................	62
4-4	Contact...........................................................................................................	63
4-5	System............................................................................................................	63
4-6	Download Center............................................................................................	64

Chapter 5 Unique Features...........................................................................................		65
5-1	BIOS Update Utilities......................................................................................	65
	5-1-1 Updating the BIOS with the Q-Flash Utility..........................................................	65
	5-1-2 Updating the BIOS with the @BIOS Utility...........................................................	68
5-2	EasyTune 6.....................................................................................................	69

Chapter 6 Appendix		.......................................................................................................	71
6-1 Configuring Audio Input and Output...............................................................			71
6	-1-1	Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1 - Channel Audio ..................................................................	71
6	-1-2 .........................................................................................	Configuring S/PDIF Out	73
6	-1-3 .......................................................................	Configuring Microphone Recording	74
6	-1-4 .....................................................................................	Using the Sound Recorder	76
6-2	Troubleshooting..............................................................................................		77
6	-2-1 ..................................................................................	Frequently Asked Questions	77
6	-2-2 ....................................................................................	Troubleshooting Procedure	78
Regulatory ..............................................................................................Statements			80
Contact Us.................................................................................................................			83

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Box Contents

55 GA-970A-D3P motherboard

55 Motherboard driver disk

55 User's Manual

55 Quick Installation Guide

55 Two SATA cables

55 I/O Shield

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.

Optional Items

2-port USB 2.0 bracket (Part No. 12CR1-1UB030-6*R)eSATA bracket (Part No. 12CF1-3SATPW-4*R)

3.5" Front Panel with 2 USB 3.0/2.0 ports (Part No. 12CR1-FPX582-2*R)COM port cable (Part No. 12CF1-1CM001-3*R)

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GA-970A-D3P Motherboard Layout

KB_MS_USB

OPTICAL

ATX_12V

R_USB2

R_USB1

R_USB30

USB_LAN

SYS_FAN1

AUDIO

PCIEX1_1(Note)

Realtek®

PCIEX16

GbE LAN

PCIEX1_2

CODEC

PCIEX1_3

PCIEX4

PCI1 ® I/OSuper iTE PCI2

F_AUDIO

CPU_FAN

Socket AM3+

AMD 970

GA-970A-D3P

VIA® VL805

BAT

PWR_FAN

ATX

				CLR CMOS
DDR3 4	DDR3 2	DDR3 3	DDR3 1	F_PANEL

AMD SB950

SYS_FAN2

M_BIOS B_BIOS

0 3

1 4 SATA3 2 5

SPDIF_O COMA			TPM		F_USB3		F_USB30 F_		USB2 F_USB1

(Note) Due to a hardware limitation, the PCIEX1_1 slot can only accommodate a shorter PCI Express x1 expansion card. For a longer expansion card, use other expansion slots.

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GA-970A-D3P Motherboard Block Diagram

1 PCI Express x16

PCIe CLK
(100 MHz)	3 PCI Express x1

PCI Express Bus	x16	x1	x1	x1

PCI Express Bus

					x4
PCIe CLK
(100 MHz)							1 PCI Express x4

PCI Bus

CPU CLK+/- (200 MHz)

DDR3 2000 (O.C.)/1866/1600/

AM3+/AM3 CPU 1333/1066 MHz

Dual Channel Memory

Hyper Transport

Bus

LAN

4 USB 3.0/2.0

RJ45

Realtek®

VIA®

AMD 970

GbE LAN

VL805

PCIe CLK

x1

x1

(100 MHz)

PCI Express Bus

6 SATA 6Gb/s

AMD SB950

14 USB 2.0/1.1

Dual BIOS

LPC

iTE®

COM

Bus

Super I/O

CODEC

PS/2 KB/Mouse

2 PCI

PCI CLK

(33 MHz)

Out Out	MIC	Line	Out
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		AM3+ Socket:
			- AMD AM3+ FX processor
			- AMD AM3 Phenom™ II processor/ AMD Athlon™ II processor
			(Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.)
	Hyper Transport		4800 MT/s
	Bus
	Chipset	North Bridge: AMD 970
		South Bridge: AMD SB950
	Memory	4 x 1.5V DDR3 DIMM sockets supporting up to 32 GB of system memory

* DuetoaWindows32-bitoperatingsystemlimitation,whenmorethan4GBofphysical 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 2000(O.C.)/1866/1600/1333/1066 MHz memory modules
			* To support a DDR3 1866 MHz (and above) memory, you must install anAM3+ CPU
			first.
		Support for Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory modules
		(GotoGIGABYTE'swebsiteforthelatestsupportedmemoryspeedsandmemory
		modules.)
Audio		VIA® VT2021 codec
		High Definition Audio
		2/4/5.1/7.1-channel
		Support for S/PDIF Out
LAN		Realtek® 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.
		1 x PCI Express x16 slot, running at x4 (PCIEX4)
		3 x PCI Express x1 slots
		(All PCI Express slots conform to PCI Express 2.0 standard.)
		2 x PCI slots
Storage Interface		South Bridge:
		-	6 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors supporting up to 6 SATA 6Gb/s devices
		-	Support for RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 10, and JBOD
USB		South Bridge:
		-	Up to 14 USB 2.0/1.1 ports (8 ports on the back panel, 6 ports available
			through the internal USB headers)
		VIA® VL805 chip:
		-	Up to 4 USB 3.0/2.0 ports (2 ports on the back panel, 2 ports available
			through the internal USB header)

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Internal	1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector
Connectors	1 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector
	6 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors
	1 x CPU fan header
	2 x system fan headers
	1 x power fan header
	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 Trusted Platform Module (TPM) header
Back Panel	1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse port
Connectors	1 x optical S/PDIF Out connector
	8 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports
	2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports
	1 x RJ-45 port
	6 x audio jacks (Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out/Rear Speaker Out/Side Speaker
		Out/Line In/Line Out/Microphone)
I/O Controller	iTE® I/O Controller Chip
Hardware		System voltage detection
Monitor		CPU/System temperature detection
	CPU/System/Power fan speed detection
	CPU overheating warning
	CPU/System/Power 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 32 Mbit flash
	Use of licensed AMI EFI BIOS
	Support for DualBIOS™
		PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.0, SM BIOS 2.6, ACPI 2.0a

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	Unique Features		Support for @BIOS
			Support for Q-Flash
		Support for Xpress Install
		Support for EasyTune
			* Available functions in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model.
		Support for ON/OFF Charge
	Bundled	Norton Internet Security (OEM version)
	Software
	Operating	Support for Windows 8/7/Vista/XP
	System
	Form Factor		ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 22.4cm

*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.

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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.
	••	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.

1-3-1 Installing the CPU

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

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

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

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B. Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU into the motherboard CPU socket.

•• Before installing the CPU, make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the CPU.

•• Do not force the CPU into the CPU socket. The CPU cannot fit in if oriented incorrectly. Adjust the

CPU orientation if this occurs.

CPU Socket

Locking Lever

Step 1:

Completely lift up the CPU socket locking lever.

Step 2:

Align the CPU pin one (small triangle marking) with the triangle mark on the CPU socket and gently insert the CPU into the socket. Make sure that the CPU pins fit perfectly into their holes.

Once the CPU is positioned into its socket, place one finger down on the middle of the CPU, lowering the locking lever and latching it into the fully locked position.

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1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler

Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU cooler on the motherboard. (The following procedure uses the GIGABYTE cooler as the example.)

Step 1:

Apply an even and thin layer of thermal grease on the surface of the installed CPU.

Step 3:

Turn the cam handle from the left side to the right side (as the picture above shows) to lock into place. (Refer to your CPU cooler installation manual for instructions on installing the cooler.)

Step 2:

Hook the CPU cooler clip to the mounting lug on one side of the retention frame. On the other side, push straight down on the CPU cooler clip to hook it to the mounting lug on the retention frame.

Step 4:

Finally, attach the power connector of the CPU cooler to the CPU fan header (CPU_FAN) on the motherboard.

Use extreme care when removing the CPU cooler because the thermal grease/tape between the CPU cooler and CPU may adhere to the CPU. Inadequately removing the CPU cooler may damage the CPU.

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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.

1-4-1 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_4 Channel B: DDR3_1, DDR3_3

Dual Channel Memory Configurations Table:

							DDR3_4	DDR3_2	DDR3_3	DDR3_1
						Two Modules	- -	DS/SS	- -	DS/SS
							DS/SS	- -	DS/SS	- -
						Four Modules	DS/SS	DS/SS	DS/SS	DS/SS

(SS=Single-Sided, DS=Double-Sided, "- -"=No Memory)

DDR3_1

DDR3_3

DDR3_2

DDR3_4

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.WhenenablingDualChannelmodewithtwoorfourmemorymodules,itisrecommendedthatmemory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used and installed in the same colored DDR3 sockets for optimum performance. 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.

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1-4-2 Installing a Memory

Before installing a memory module, make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to 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.

Notch

DDR3 DIMM

ADDR3 memory module has a notch, so it can only fit in one direction. Follow the steps below to correctly install your memory modules in the memory sockets.

Step 1:

Note the orientation of the memory module. Spread the retaining clips at both ends of the memory socket. Place the memory module on the socket. As indicated in the picture on the left, place your fingers on the top edge of the memory, push down on the memory and insert it vertically into the memory socket.

Step 2:

The clips at both ends of the socket will snap into place when the memory module is securely inserted.

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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.

PCI Express x1 Slot

PCI Express x16 Slot

PCI Slot

Follow the steps below to correctly install your expansion card in the expansion slot.

1.Locate an expansion slot that supports your card. Remove the metal slot cover from the chassis back panel.

2.Align the card with the slot, and press down on the card until it is fully seated in the slot.

3.Make sure the metal contacts on the card are completely inserted into the slot.

4.Secure the card's metal bracket to the chassis back panel with a screw.

5.After installing all expansion cards, replace the chassis cover(s).

6.Turn on your computer. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to make any required BIOS changes for your expansion card(s).

7.Install the driver provided with the expansion card in your operating system.

Example: Installing and Removing a PCI Express Graphics Card:

•• Installing a Graphics Card:

Gently push down on the top edge of the card until it is fully inserted into the PCI Express slot. Make sure the card is securely seated in the slot and does not rock.

•• Removing the Card:

Gently push back on the lever on the slot and then lift the card straight out from the slot.

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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. 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.

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.

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.

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 occurring

Off

10 Mbps data rate

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.

•• Whenremovingthecable,pullitstraightoutfromtheconnector.Donotrockitsidetosidetoprevent an electrical short inside the cable connector.

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Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out Jack (Orange)

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

Rear Speaker Out Jack (Black)

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

Side Speaker Out Jack (Gray)

Use this audio jack to connect side speakers in a 7.1-channel audio configuration.

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.

The audio jacks can be reconfigured to perform different functions via the audio software. Only microphones still MUST be connected to the default Mic in jack. Refer to the instructions on setting upa2/4/5.1/7.1-channelaudioconfigurationinChapter6,"Configuring2/4/5.1/7.1-ChannelAudio."

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1-7 Internal Connectors

1

3

5

2

4

9

6

8

4

12

7

	10
	11	14	15		13
1)	ATX_12V			9)	F_PANEL
2)	ATX			10)	F_AUDIO
3)	CPU_FAN			11)	SPDIF_O
4)	SYS_FAN1/SYS_FAN2			12)	F_USB30
5)	PWR_FAN			13)	F_USB1/F_USB2/F_USB3
6)	CLR_CMOS			14)	COMA
7)	SATA3 0/1/2/3/4/5			15)	TPM
8)	BAT

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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1/2) ATX_12V/ATX (2x4 12V Power Connector and 2x12 Main Power Connector)

Withtheuseofthepowerconnector,thepowersupplycansupplyenoughstablepowertoallthecomponents 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.

																				ATX_12V:
																				Pin No.	Definition
				8															4	1	GND (Only for 2x4-pin 12V)
																				2	GND (Only for 2x4-pin 12V)
																	5		1	3	GND
																				4	GND
																			ATX_12V	5	+12V (Only for 2x4-pin 12V)
																				6	+12V (Only for 2x4-pin 12V)
																				7	+12V
																				8	+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	23	+5V (Only for 2x12-pin ATX)
1	13		ATX)
		12	3.3V (Only for 2x12-pin	24	GND (Only for 2x12-pinATX)
	ATX		ATX)

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3/4/5) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN1/SYS_FAN2/PWR_FAN (Fan Headers)

The motherboard has a 4-pin CPU fan header (CPU_FAN), a 4-pin (SYS_FAN1) and a 3-pin (SYS_FAN2) system fan headers, and a 3-pin power fan header (PWR_FAN). Most fan headers possess a foolproof insertion design. When connecting a fan cable, be sure to connect it in the correct orientation (the black connector wire is the ground wire). The speed control function requires the use of a fan with fan speed control design. For optimum heat dissipation, it is recommended that a system fan be installed inside the

	chassis.	CPU_FAN:
		Pin No.	Definition
		1	GND
	1	2	+12V / Speed Control
	CPU_FAN	3	Sense
		4	Speed Control
		SYS_FAN1:
		Pin No.	Definition
	1	1	GND
	SYS_FAN1	2	+12V / Speed Control
		3	Sense
		4	Reserve
		SYS_FAN2/PWR_FAN:
		Pin No.	Definition
	1	1	GND
		2	+12V
	SYS_FAN2/PWR_FAN
		3	Sense

•• Be sure to connect fan cables to the fan headers to prevent your CPU and system from overheating. Overheating may result in damage to the CPU or the system may hang.

•• Thesefanheadersarenotconfigurationjumperblocks.Donotplaceajumpercapontheheaders.

6)CLR_CMOS (Clear CMOS Jumper)

Use this jumper to clear the CMOS values (e.g. date information and BIOS configurations) and reset the

CMOS values to factory defaults. To clear the CMOS values, use a metal object like a screwdriver to touch the two pins for a few seconds.

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.

•• Aftersystemrestart,gotoBIOSSetuptoloadfactorydefaults(selectLoadOptimizedDefaults)or manuallyconfiguretheBIOSsettings(refertoChapter2,"BIOSSetup,"forBIOSconfigurations).

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7)SATA3 0/1/2/3/4/5 (SATA 6Gb/s Connectors)

The SATA connectors conform to SATA 6Gb/s standard and are compatible with SATA 3Gb/s and SATA 1.5Gb/s standard. Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device. The AMD SB950 controller supports

RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 10, and JBOD. Refer to Chapter 3, "Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s)," for instructions on configuring a RAID array.

0	3		Pin No.	Definition
1	4
			1	GND
SATA3 2	5
1		7	2	TXP
			3	TXN
1		7	4	GND
			5	RXN
1		7	6	RXP
			7	GND

•• ARAID 0 or RAID 1 configuration requires at least two hard drives. If more than two hard drives are to be used, the total number of hard drives must be an even number.

•• ARAID 5 configuration requires at least three hard drives. (The total number of hard drives does not have to be an even number.)

•• A RAID 10 configuration requires four hard drives.

8)BAT (Battery)

The battery provides power to keep the values (such as BIOS configurations, date, and time information) in the CMOS when the computer is turned off. Replace the battery when the battery voltage drops to a low level, or the CMOS values may not be accurate or may be lost.

You may clear the CMOS values by removing the battery: 1. Turn off your computer and unplug the power cord.

2. Gently remove the battery from the battery holder and wait for one minute.

(Or use a metal object like a screwdriver to touch the positive and negative terminals of the battery holder, making them short for 5 seconds.)

3. Replace the battery.

4. Plug in the power cord and restart your computer.

••	Always turn off your computer and unplug the power cord before replacing the battery.
••	Replace the battery with an equivalent one. Danger of explosion if the battery is replaced with
	an incorrect model.
•• Contact the place of purchase or local dealer if you are not able to replace the battery by yourself
	or uncertain about the battery model.
••	When installing the battery, note the orientation of the positive side (+) and the negative side (-)
	of the battery (the positive side should face up).
••	Used batteries must be handled in accordance with local environmental regulations.
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9)F_PANEL (Front Panel Header)

Connect the power switch, reset switch, speaker, chassis intrusion switch/sensor and system status indicator on the chassis to this header according to the pin assignments below. Note the positive and negative pins before connecting the cables.

SPEAK-

Speaker

SPEAK+

PW

-

Power Switch

PW+

PLED-

Power LED

PLED+

20 19

PWR_LED-

PWR_LED-

Power LED

PWR_LED+

CI+

Chassis Intrusion

CI-

Header

RES+

HD- RES-

Reset Switch

Hard Drive

HD+

Activity LED

2

1

•• PLED/PWR_LED (Power LED, Yellow/Purple):

System Status	LED
S0	On
S3/S4/S5	Off

Connects to the power status indicator on the chassis front panel. The LED is on when the system is operating. The LED is off when the system is in S3/

S4 sleep state or powered off (S5).

•• PW (Power Switch, Red):

Connects to the power switch on the chassis front panel. You may configure the way to turn off your system using the power switch (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Power Management," for more information).

•• SPEAK (Speaker, Orange):

Connects to the speaker on the chassis front panel. The system reports system startup status by issuing a beep code. One single short beep will be heard if no problem is detected at system startup.

•• HD (Hard Drive Activity LED, Blue):

Connects to the hard drive activity LED on the chassis front panel. The LED is on when the hard drive is reading or writing data.

•• RES (Reset Switch, Green):

Connects to the reset switch on the chassis front panel. Press the reset switch to restart the computer if the computer freezes and fails to perform a normal restart.

•• CI (Chassis Intrusion Header, Gray):

Connects to the chassis intrusion switch/sensor on the chassis that can detect if the chassis cover has been removed. This function requires a chassis with a chassis intrusion switch/sensor.

The front panel design may differ by chassis. A front panel module mainly consists of power switch, reset switch, power LED, hard drive activity LED, speaker and etc. When connecting your chassis front panel module to this header, make sure the wire assignments and the pin assignments are matched correctly.

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10)F_AUDIO (Front Panel Audio Header)

The front panel audio header supports Intel High Definition audio (HD) andAC'97 audio. You may connect your chassis front panel audio module to this header. Make sure the wire assignments of the module connector match the pin assignments of the motherboard header. Incorrect connection between the module

connector and the motherboard header will make the device unable to work or even damage it.

																						For HD Front Panel Audio:		For AC'97 Front Panel Audio:
																						Pin No.	Definition		Pin No.	Definition
										9									1
																						1	MIC2_L		1	MIC
																						2	GND		2	GND
																						3	MIC2_R		3	MIC Power
											10								2
																						4	-ACZ_DET		4	NC
																						5	LINE2_R		5	Line Out (R)
																						6	GND		6	NC
																						7	FAUDIO_JD		7	NC
																						8	No Pin		8	No Pin
																						9	LINE2_L		9	Line Out (L)
																						10	GND		10	NC

•• The front panel audio header supports HD audio by default. If your chassis provides an AC'97 front panel audio module, refer to the instructions on how to activate AC'97 functionality via the audio software in Chapter 6, "Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio."

•• Audio signals will be present on both of the front and back panel audio connections simultaneously. If you want to mute the back panel audio (only supported when using an HD front panel audio module), refer 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 each wire instead of a single plug. For information about connecting the front panel audio module that has different wire assignments, please contact the chassis manufacturer.

11)SPDIF_O (S/PDIF Out Header)

This header supports digital S/PDIF Out and connects a S/PDIF digital audio cable (provided by expansion cards) for digital audio output from your motherboard to certain expansion cards like graphics cards and sound cards. For example, some graphics cards may require you to use a S/PDIF digital audio cable for digital audio output from your motherboard to your graphics card if you wish to connect an HDMI display to the graphics card and have digital audio output from the HDMI display at the same time. For information about connecting the S/PDIF digital audio cable, carefully read the manual for your expansion card.

	Pin No.	Definition
	1	SPDIFO
1	2	GND

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