Gigabyte GA-H55-USB3 User Manual

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GA-H55-USB3

LGA1156 socket motherboard for Intel® Core™ i7 processor family/

Core™ i5 processor family/ Intel® Core™ i3 processor family

Intel

User's Manual

Rev. 2001

12ME-H55USB3-2001R

May 10, 2010

GA-H55-USB3

Motherboard

May 10, 2010

Motherboard

GA-H55-USB3

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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

Box Contents ...................................................................................................................6

Optional Items .................................................................................................................6

GA-H55-USB3 Motherboard Layout ................................................................................7

GA-H55-USB3 Motherboard Block Diagram ...................................................................8

Chapter 1 Hardware Installation .....................................................................................9

1-1 Installation Precautions ....................................................................................9

1-2 Product Specications .................................................................................... 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 Conguration .....................................................................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 ........................................................................................ 22

Chapter 2 BIOS Setup ..................................................................................................33

2-1 Startup Screen ............................................................................................... 34

2-2 The Main Menu .............................................................................................. 35

2-3 MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) ........................................................................ 37

2-4 Standard CMOS Features .............................................................................. 46

2-5 Advanced BIOS Features .............................................................................. 48

2-6 Integrated Peripherals .................................................................................... 50

2-7 Power Management Setup ............................................................................. 53

2-8 PC Health Status ............................................................................................ 55

2-9 Load Fail-Safe Defaults .................................................................................. 57

2-10 Load Optimized Defaults ................................................................................ 57

2-11 Set Supervisor/User Password ...................................................................... 58

2-12 Save & Exit Setup .......................................................................................... 59

2-13 Exit Without Saving ........................................................................................ 59

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Chapter 3 Drivers Installation ........................................................................................61

3-1 Installing Chipset Drivers ............................................................................... 61

3-2 Application Software ...................................................................................... 62

3-3 Technical Manuals .......................................................................................... 62

3-4 Contact ........................................................................................................... 63

3-5 System ........................................................................................................... 63

3-6 Download Center ........................................................................................... 64

3-7 New Utilities ................................................................................................... 64

Chapter 4 Unique Features ...........................................................................................65

4-1 Xpress Recovery2 .......................................................................................... 65

4-2 BIOS Update Utilities ..................................................................................... 68

4-2-1 Updating the BIOS with the Q-Flash Utility .............................................................68

4-2-2 Updating the BIOS with the @BIOS Utility .............................................................71

4-3 EasyTune 6 .................................................................................................... 72

4-4 Dynamic Energy Saver

™

2 .............................................................................. 73

4-5 Q-Share .......................................................................................................... 75

4-6 Smart 6™ ....................................................................................................... 76

4-7 Auto Green ..................................................................................................... 79

Chapter 5 Appendix ......................................................................................................81

5-1 Conguring SATA Hard Drive(s) ..................................................................... 81

5-1-1 Conguring GIGABYTE SATA2 SATA Controller ....................................................81

5-1-2 Making a SATA RAID/AHCI Driver Diskette ............................................................88

5-1-3 Installing the SATA RAID/AHCI Driver and Operating System ...............................89

5-2 Conguring Audio Input and Output ............................................................... 94

5-2-1 Conguring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio ...................................................................94

5-2-2 Conguring S/PDIF In/Out ......................................................................................96

5-2-3 Enabling the Dolby Home Theater Function ...........................................................98

5-2-4 Conguring Microphone Recording ........................................................................99

5-2-5 Using the Sound Recorder ...................................................................................101

5-3 Troubleshooting............................................................................................ 102

5-3-1 Frequently Asked Questions ................................................................................102

5-3-2 Troubleshooting Procedure ..................................................................................103

5-4 Regulatory Statements ................................................................................. 105

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Box Contents

GA-H55-USB3 motherboard

Motherboard driver disk

User's Manual

Quick Installation Guide

One IDE cable

Two SATA cables

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.

• The motherboard image is for reference only.

Optional Items

Floppy disk drive cable (Part No. 12CF1-1FD001-7*R)

2-port USB 2.0 bracket (Part No. 12CR1-1UB030-5*R)

2-port IEEE 1394a bracket (Part No. 12CF1-1IE008-0*R)

2-port SATA power cable (Part No. 12CF1-2SERPW-0*R)

S/PDIF In cable (Part No. 12CR1-1SPDIN-0*R)

COM port cable (Part No. 12CF1-1CM001-3*R)

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GA-H55-USB3 Motherboard Layout

KB_USB

VGA_DVI

ATX_12V_2X4

DP_HDMI_SPDIF

ESATA_1394_USB

USB30_LAN

AUDIO

F_AUDIO

Realtek

RTL8111E

CODEC

SPDIF_O

CD_IN

SPDIF_I

iTE

IT8720

CPU_FAN

NEC D720200F1

PCIEX1_1

PCIEX16

PCIEX1_2

PCI2

PCIEX1_3

PCI1

PCI2

PCI3

LGA1156

GA-H55-USB3

BAT

F_1394

T.I.

TSB43AB23

Intel

H55

CLR_CMOS

DDR3_2

DDR3_1

SATA2_3

SATA2_4

DDR3_4

M_BIOS

B_BIOS

SATA2_0

SATA2_1

SATA2_2

PHASE LED

PWR_FAN

DDR3_3

GIGA BYTE SATA2

GSATA2_6 GSATA2_5

ATX

SYS_FAN2

IDE

FDD

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F_USB4

F_USB3

F_PANEL

SYS_FAN1F_USB1F_USB2COMA

GA-H55-USB3 Motherboard Block Diagram

1 PCI Express x16

CPU CLK+/- (133 MHz)

PCIe CLK (100 MHz)

PCI Express Bus

LAN

RJ45

Realtek

RTL8111E

PCI Express Bus

Switch

3 PCI Express x1

PCI Bus

x16

Gen 2

Gen 1

X1 X1

2 SATA 3Gb/s

ATA-133/100/66/33

T.I. TSB43AB23

2 IEEE 1394a

2 USB 3.0/2.0

NEC D720200F1

GIGABYTE

SATA2

IDE Channel

LGA1156

CPU

DMI Interface

Intel® H55

CODEC

DDR3 1666 (O.C.)/1333/1066/800 MHz

Dual Channel Memory

FDI Interface

(Note)

DVI-D

(Note)

HDMI

DisplayPort

(Note)

D-Sub

Dual BIOS

6 SATA 3Gb/s

12 USB 2.0/1.1

LPC

Bus

iTE

IT8720

Floppy

COM

PS/2 KB/Mouse

MIC

Line In

Line Out

S/PDIF In

S/PDIF Out

3 PCI

PCI CLK

(33 MHz)

Side Speaker Out

Surround Speaker Out

Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out

(Note) You can use only one of the onboard digital graphics ports (DisplayPort, HDMI, and DVI-D) for out-

put when in the BIOS Setup program or when during the POST screens.

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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 com-

ponents such as a motherboard, CPU or memory. If you do not have an ESD wrist strap,

keep your hands dry and rst 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 sup-

ply 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 hard-

ware 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 sys-

tem 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 certied computer technician.

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1-2 Product Specications

CPU w Support for an Intel® Core™ i7 series processor/Intel® Core™ i5 series processor/ Intel® Core™ i3 series processor in the LGA1156 package (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) w L3 cache varies with CPU

Chipset

Memory w 4 x 1.5V DDR3 DIMM sockets supporting up to 16 GB of system memory  w Support for DDR3 1666(O.C.)/1333/1066/800 MHz memory modules w Support for non-ECC memory modules w Support for Extreme Memory Prole (XMP) memory modules  (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory modules.)

Onboard Graphics w Integrated in the Chipset:

(Note 2)

- 1 x D-Sub port

- 1 x DVI-D port

- 1 x HDMI port

Audio

   w

wHigh Denition Audio w2/4/5.1/7.1-channel

    w

w

LAN w 1 x Realtek RTL8111E chip (10/100/1000 Mbit)

Expansion Slots w 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, running at x16 (The PCIEX16 slot conforms to PCI Express 2.0 standard.) w 3 x PCI Express x1 slots 

Storage Interface w Chipset:

- 5 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors (SATA2_0, SATA2_1, SATA2_2, SATA2_3, SATA2_4) supporting up to 5 SATA 3Gb/s devices

device w GIGABYTE SATA2 chip:

- 1 x IDE connector supporting ATA-133/100/66/33 and up to 2 IDE devices

- 2 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors (GSATA2_5, GSATA2_6) supporting up to 2 SATA 3Gb/s devices

- Support for SATA RAID 0, RAID 1, and JBOD w iTE IT8720 chip:

- 1 x oppy disk drive connector supporting up to 1 oppy disk drive

 Intel® H55 Express Chipset

w

 Dual channel memory architecture

w

(Note 3) (Note 4)

(Note 4)

- 1 x DisplayPort

(Note 4)

Realtek ALC889 codec

Support for Dolby

w

Home Theater

Support for S/PDIF In/Out

Support for CD In

 3 x PCI slots

w

- 1 x eSATA 3Gb/s connector on the back panel supporting up to 1 SATA 3Gb/s

(Note 1)

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USB w

Chipset:

- Up to 12 USB 2.0/1.1 ports (4 on the back panel , 8 via the USB brackets connected to the internal USB headers) w NEC D720200F1 chip:

- Up to 2 USB 3.0/2.0 ports on the back panel

IEEE 1394 w T.I. TSB43AB23 chip

- Up to 2 IEEE 1394a ports (1 on the back panel, 1 via the IEEE 1394a bracket connected to the internal IEEE 1394a header)

Internal w 1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector Connectors w 1 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector w 1 x oppy disk drive connector w 1 x IDE connector w 7 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors w 1 x CPU fan header w 2 x system fan headers w 1 x power fan header w 1 x front panel header w 1 x front panel audio header w 1 x CD In connector w 1 x S/PDIF In header w 1 x S/PDIF Out header w 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers w 1 x IEEE 1394a header w 1 x serial port header w 1 x clearing CMOS jumper

Back Panel w 1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse port

Connectors

1 x D-Sub port

w 1 x DVI-D port w 1 x optical S/PDIF Out connector w 1 x HDMI port

1 x DisplayPort

w 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports

(Note 2)

(Note 2) (Note 3) (Note 4)

(Note 2) (Note 4)

w 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports w 1 x IEEE 1394a port w 1 x eSATA 3Gb/s connector w 1 x RJ-45 port w 6 x audio jacks (Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out/Rear Speaker Out/ Side Speaker Out/Line In/Line Out/Microphone)

I/O Controller w iTE IT8720 chip

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Hardware Monitor w System voltage detection w CPU/System temperature detection w CPU/System/Power fan speed detection w CPU overheating warning w CPU/System/Power fan fail warning w CPU/System fan speed control

(Note 5)

BIOS w 2 x 64 Mbit ash w Use of licensed AWARD BIOS w Support for DualBIOS

™

w PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.0, SM BIOS 2.4, ACPI 1.0b

Unique Features w Support for @BIOS w Support for Q-Flash w Support for Xpress BIOS Rescue w Support for Download Center w Support for Xpress Install w Support for Xpress Recovery2 w Support for EasyTune

(Note 6)

w Support for Dynamic Energy Saver™ 2 w Support for Smart 6

™

w Support for Auto Green

Support for ON/OFF Charge

w Support for Q-Share

Bundled Software w Norton Internet Security (OEM version)

Operating System w Support for Microsoft® Windows® 7/Vista/XP

Form Factor w ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 24.4cm

(Note 1) 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.

(Note 2) To use the onboard DisplayPort, HDMI, DVI-D, and D-Sub ports, you must install an Intel CPU with

integrated graphics. (Note 3) The DVI-D port does not support D-Sub connection by adapter. (Note 4) You can use only one of the onboard digital graphics ports (DisplayPort, HDMI, and DVI-D) for out-

put when in the BIOS Setup program or when during the POST screens. (Note 5) Whether the CPU/system fan speed control function is supported will depend on the CPU/system

cooler you install. (Note 6) Available functions in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model.

Hardware Installation - 12 -

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 dam-

age of the CPU may occur.

• Set the CPU host frequency in accordance with the CPU specications. It is not recommended that the system bus frequency be set beyond hardware specications since it does not meet the

standard requirements for the peripherals. If you wish to set the frequency beyond the standard specications, please do so according to your hardware specications including the CPU, graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc.

1-3-1 Installing the CPU

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

LGA1156 CPU Socket

Alignment Key

Pin One Corner of the CPU Socket

LGA1156 CPU

Triangle Pin One Marking on the CPU

Alignment Key

NotchNotch

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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.

Step 1: Gently press the CPU socket lever handle down

and away from the socket with your nger. Then

completely lift the CPU socket lever and the metal load plate will be lifted as well.

Step 3:

Hold the CPU with your thumb and index ngers.

Align the CPU pin one marking (triangle) with the pin one corner of the CPU socket (or you may align the CPU notches with the socket alignment keys) and gently insert the CPU into position.

Step 2: Remove the CPU socket cover as shown. Hold

your index finger down on the rear grip of the socket cover and use your thumb to lift up the front edge (next to the "REMOVE" mark) and then remove the cover. (DO NOT touch socket contacts. To protect the CPU socket, always replace the protective socket cover when the CPU is not installed.)

Step 4: Onc e the CPU is properly inse rted, use one hand to hold the socket lever and use the other to lightly replace the load plate. When replacing the load plate, make sure the front end of the load plate is under the shoulder screw.

Step 5: Push the CPU socket lever back into its locked position.

Hardware Installation - 14 -

NOTE:

Hold the CPU socket lever by the handle, not the lever base portion.

1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler

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

Male Push

Direction of the Arrow Sign on the Male Push Pin

The Top of Female Push Pin

Female Push Pin

Step 1: Apply an even and thin layer of thermal grease on the surface of the installed CPU.

Step 3: Place the cooler atop the CPU, aligning the four

push pins through the pin holes on the motherboard. Push down on the push pins diagonally.

Step 2: Before installing the cooler, note the direction of

the arrow sign on the male push pin. (Turning the push pin along the direction of arrow is to remove the cooler, on the contrary, is to install.)

Step 4: You should hear a "click" when pushing down

each push pin. Check that the Male and Female push pins are joined closely. (Refer to your CPU cooler installation manual for instructions on installing the cooler.)

Step 5: After the installation, check the back of the moth-

erboard. If the push pin is inserted as the picture above shows, the installation is complete.

Step 6: 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 Conguration

This motherboard provides four DDR3 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. After the memory is installed, the BIOS will automatically detect the specications 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 0: DDR3_2, DDR2_1 Channel 1: DDR3_4, DDR3_3

DDR3_2

DDR3_1

Dual Channel Memory Congurations Table

Two Modules

Four Modules

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

DDR3_4

DDR3_3

DDR3_2 DDR3_1 DDR3_4 DDR3_3

- - DS/SS - - DS/SS

DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS

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 for optimum performance. When enabling Dual Channel mode with two memory modules, be sure to install them in the DDR3_1 and DDR3_3 sockets.

If only one DDR3 memory module is installed, be sure to install it in the DDR3_1 or DDR3_3 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

A DDR3 memory module has a notch, so it can only t 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 ngers 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:

Press the white latch at the end of the PCI Express slot to release the card and

then pull the card straight up from the slot.

Hardware Installation - 18 -

1-6 Back Panel Connectors

USB 2.0/1.1 Port

The USB port supports the USB 2.0/1.1 specication. Use this port for USB devices such as a USB key-

board/mouse, USB printer, USB ash drive and etc.

PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse Port

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

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

The DVI-D port conforms to the DVI-D specication and supports

actual resolutions supported depend on the monitor being used). nection to this port.

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.

HDMI Port

The HDMI (High-Denition Multimedia Interface) provides an all-digital audio/video interface to transmit the

uncompressed audio/video signals and is HDCP compliant. Connect the HDMI audio/video device to this port. The HDMI Technology can support a maximum resolution of 1920x1200 but the actual resolutions supported depend on the monitor being used.

(Note 1)

(Note 1) (Note 2) (Note 3)

a maximum resolution of 1920x1200 (the

Connect a monitor that supports DVI-D con-

(Note 1) (Note 3)

• After installing the HDMI device, make sure the default device for sound playback is the HDMI device. (The item name may differ from operating system. Refer to the gure below for details.)

• Please note the HDMI audio output only supports AC3, DTS and 2-channel-LPCM formats. (AC3 and

DTS require the use of an external decoder for decoding.)

In Windows Vista, select Start>Control Panel>Sound> Playback, set Intel(R) Display Audio HDMI 2 to the default playback device.

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DisplayPort

(Note 1) (Note 3)

DisplayPort is one of the new generation interface technologies that delivers high quality digital imaging

and audio, supporting bi-directional audio transmition. DisplayPort can support both DPCP and HDCP content protection mechanisms. Connect the audio/video device that supports DisplayPort to this port. The DisplayPort Technology can support a maximum resolution of 2560x1600p but the actual resolutions supported depend on the monitor being used.

After installing the DisplayPort device, make sure the default device for sound playback is the DisplayPort device. (The item name may differ from operating system. For example, in Windows Vista, go to Start>Control Panel>Sound>Playback and set the DisplayPort device as the default playback device. Refer to the HDMI settings information on the previous page for the conguration dialog box.)

Dual Display Congurations for the Onboard Graphics:

The table below shows

the supported/unsupported dual display congurations for the onboard graphics

ports in different environments.

Combination POST/BIOS Windows

DVI-D + D-Sub Yes Yes

DVI-D + HDMI No Yes

DVI-D + DP No Yes

HDMI + D-Sub Yes Yes

HDMI + DP No Yes

DP + D-Sub No Yes

IEEE 1394a Port

The IEEE 1394 port supports the IEEE 1394a specication, featuring high speed, high bandwidth and

hotplug capabilities. Use this port for an IEEE 1394a device.

eSATA 3Gb/s Port

The eSATA 3Gb/s port conforms to SATA 3Gb/s standard and is compatible with SATA 1.5Gb/s standard.

Use the port to connect an external SATA device.

RJ-45 LAN Port

The Gigabit Ethernet LAN port provides Internet connection at up to 1 Gbps data rate. The following de-

scribes the states of the LAN port LEDs.

Connection/ Speed LED

LAN Port

Activity LED

Connection/Speed LED:

State Description

Orange 1 Gbps data rate

Green 100 Mbps data rate

Off 10 Mbps data rate

Activity LED:

State Description

Blinking Data transmission or receiving is occurring

Off No data transmission or receiving is occurring

(Note 1) To use the onboard DisplayPort, HDMI, DVI-D, and D-Sub ports, you must install an Intel CPU with

integrated graphics. (Note 2) The DVI-D port does not support D-Sub connection by adapter. (Note 3) You can use only one of the onboard digital graphics ports (DisplayPort, HDMI, and DVI-D) for out-

put when in the BIOS Setup program or when during the POST screens.

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USB 3.0/2.0 Port

The USB 3.0 port supports the USB 3.0 specication and is compatible to the USB 2.0/1.1 specication.

Use this port for USB devices such as a USB keyboard/mouse, USB printer, USB ash drive and etc.

Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out Jack (Orange)

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

Rear Speaker Out Jack (Black)

Use this audio jack to connect rear speakers in a 7.1-channel audio conguration.

Side Speaker Out Jack (Gray)

Use this audio jack to connect side speakers in a 4/5.1/7.1-channel audio conguration.

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 conguration.

Mic In Jack (Pink)

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

In addition to the default speakers settings, the ~ audio jacks can be recongured to perform different functions via the audio software. Only microphones still MUST be connected to the default Mic in jack (

guration in Chapter 5, "Conguring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio."

). Refer to the instructions on setting up a 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel audio con-

• When removing the cable connected to a back panel connector, rst 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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1-7 Internal Connectors

3 1 20

13 14

417

1) ATX_12V_2X4

2) ATX

3) CPU_FAN

4) SYS_FAN1/SYS_FAN2

5) PWR_FAN

6) FDD

7) IDE

8) SATA2_0/1/2/3/4

9) GSATA2_5/6

10) BAT

19 16618

11) F_PANEL

12) F_AUDIO

13) CD_IN

14) SPDIF_I

15) SPDIF_O

16) F_USB1/F_USB2/F_USB3/F_USB4

17) F_1394

18) COMA

19) CLR_CMOS

20) PHASE_LED

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_2X4/ATX (2x4 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 com-

ponents on the motherboard. Before connecting the power connector, rst 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.

• Use of a power supply providing a 2x4 12V power connector is recommended by the CPU manufacturer when using an Intel Extreme Edition CPU (130W).

• 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_2X4:

Pin No. Denition

ATX_12V_2X4

1 GND (Only for 2x4-pin 12V)

2 GND (Only for 2x4-pin 12V)

3 GND

4 GND

5 +12V (Only for 2x4-pin 12V)

6 +12V (Only for 2x4-pin 12V)

7 +12V

8 +12V

ATX

ATX:

2412

131

Pin No. Denition

1 3.3V

2 3.3V

3 GND

4 +5V

5 GND

6 +5V

7 GND

8 Power Good

9 5VSB (stand by +5V)

10 +12V

11 +12V (Only for 2x12-pin ATX)

12 3.3V (Only for 2x12-pin ATX)

Pin No. Denition

13 3.3V

14 -12V

15 GND

16 PS_ON (soft On/Off)

17 GND

18 GND

19 GND

20 -5V

21 +5V

22 +5V

23 +5V (Only for 2x12-pin ATX)

24 GND (Only for 2x12-pin 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_FAN2) and a 3-pin system

fans, and a 3-pin power 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 motherboard supports CPU fan speed control, which requires the use of a CPU fan with fan speed control design. For optimum heat dissipation, it is recommended that a system fan be installed inside the chassis.

CPU_FAN

1 SYS_FAN2

SYS_FAN1 PWR_FAN

• 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.

•

These fan headers are not conguration jumper blocks. Do not place a jumper cap on the

headers.

CPU_FAN:

Pin No. Denition

1 GND

2 +12V / Speed Control

3 Sense

4 Speed Control

SYS_FAN2:

Pin No. Denition

1 GND

2 +12V / Speed Control

3 Sense

4 Reserve

SYS_FAN1/PWR_FAN:

Pin No. Denition

1 GND

2 +12V

3 Sense

6) FDD (Floppy Disk Drive Connector)

This connector is used to connect a oppy disk drive. The types of oppy disk drives supported are:

360 KB, 720 KB, 1.2 MB, 1.44 MB, and 2.88 MB. Before connecting a oppy disk drive, be sure to locate pin 1 of the connector and the oppy disk drive cable. The pin 1 of the cable is typically designated by a stripe of different color. For purchasing the optional oppy disk drive cable, please contact the local dealer.

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7) IDE (IDE Connector)

DEBUG PORT

The IDE connector supports up to two IDE devices such as hard drives and optical drives. Before attach-

ing the IDE cable, locate the foolproof groove on the connector. If you wish to connect two IDE devices, remember to set the jumpers and the cabling according to the role of the IDE devices (for example,

master or slave). (For information about conguring master/slave settings for the IDE devices, read the

instructions from the device manufacturers.)

8) SATA2_0/1/2/3/4 (SATA 3Gb/s Connectors, Controlled by H55 Chipset)

The SATA connectors conform to SATA 3Gb/s standard and are compatible with SATA 1.5Gb/s standard.

Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device.

Pin No. Denition

1 GND

SATA2_3

SATA2_4

SATA2_0

SATA2_1

SATA2_2

2 TXP

3 TXN

4 GND

5 RXN

6 RXP

7 GND

Please connect the L-shaped end of th e SATA cable t o your SATA hard drive.

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9) GSATA2_5/6 (SATA 3Gb/s Connectors, Controlled by GIGABYTE SATA2)

G.QBOFM

The SATA connectors conform to SATA 3Gb/s standard and are compatible with SATA 1.5Gb/s standard.

Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device. The GIGABYTE SATA2 controller supports RAID 0,

RAID 1, and JBOD. Refer to Chapter 5, "Conguring SATA Hard Drive(s)," for instructions on conguring a

RAID array.

GSATA2_6

7 1

GSATA2_5

Pin No. Denition

1 GND

2 TXP

3 TXN

4 GND

5 RXN

6 RXP

7 GND

A RAID 0 or RAID 1 conguration requires at least two hard

drives.

Please connect the L-shaped end of th e SATA cable t o your SATA hard drive.

10) BAT (Battery)

The battery provides power to keep the values (such as BIOS congurations, 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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11) 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.

•

MSG/PWR (Message/Power/Sleep LED, Yellow/Purple):

System Status LED

S0 On

S1 Blinking

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 keeps blinking when the system is in S1 sleep state. 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 congure the way to turn off your

system using the power switch (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Power Management Setup," for more information).

•

SPEAK (Speaker, Orange):

Connects to the speaker on the chassis front panel. The system reports system startup status by is-

suing a beep code. One single short beep will be heard if no problem is detected at system startup. If a problem is detected, the BIOS may issue beeps in different patterns to indicate the problem. Refer to Chapter 5, "Troubleshooting," for information about beep codes.

• 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.

Message/Power/

Sleep LED

2 1

Hard Drive

Activity LED

MSG+

HD+

Power Switch

MSG-

HD-

Reset Switch

PW+

PW-

RES+

RES-

Speaker

SPEAK+

CI+

PWR+

CI-

Power LED

Chassis Intrusion Header

SPEAK-

20 19

PWR-

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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12) F_AUDIO (Front Panel Audio Header)

The front panel audio header supports Intel High Denition audio (HD) and AC'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:

9 10

1 MIC2_L

2 GND

3 MIC2_R

4 -ACZ_DET

5 LINE2_R

6 GND

7 FAUDIO_JD

8 No Pin

9 LINE2_L

10 GND

Pin No. Denition

• 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 5, "Conguring 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 5, "Conguring 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.

Pin No. Denition

1 MIC

2 GND

3 MIC Power

4 NC

5 Line Out (R)

6 NC

7 NC

8 No Pin

9 Line Out (L)

10 NC

13) CD_IN (CD In Connector)

You may connect the audio cable that came with your optical drive to the header.

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Pin No. Denition

1 CD-L

2 GND

3 GND

4 CD-R

14) SPDIF_I (S/PDIF In Header)

This header supports digital S/PDIF In and can connect to an audio device that supports digital audio out

via an optional S/PDIF In cable. For purchasing the optional S/PDIF In cable, please contact the local dealer.

Pin No. Denition

1 Power

2 SPDIFI

3 GND

15) SPDIF_O (S/PDIF Out Header)

This header supports digital S/PDIF Out and connects a S/PDIF digital audio cable (provided by expan-

sion 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. Denition

1 SPDIFO

2 GND

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16) F_USB1/F_USB2/F_USB3/F_USB4 (USB Headers)

G.QBOFM

The headers conform to USB 2.0/1.1 specication. Each USB header can provide two USB ports via an

optional USB bracket. For purchasing the optional USB bracket, please contact the local dealer.

Pin No. Denition

1 Power (5V)

1 2

2 Power (5V)

3 USB DX-

4 USB DY-

5 USB DX+

6 USB DY+

7 GND

8 GND

9 No Pin

10 NC

When the system is in S4/S5 mode, only the USB ports routed to the F_USB1 header can support the ON/OFF Charge function.

• Do not plug the IEEE 1394 bracket (2x5-pin) cable into the USB header.

• Prior to installing the USB bracket, be sure to turn off your computer and unplug the power

cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the USB bracket.

17) F_1394 (IEEE 1394a Header)

The header conforms to IEEE 1394a specication. The IEEE 1394a header can provide one IEEE 1394a

port via an optional IEEE 1394a bracket. For purchasing the optional IEEE 1394a bracket, please contact the local dealer.

1 2

• Do not plug the USB bracket cable into the IEEE 1394a header.

• Prior to installing the IEEE 1394a bracket, be sure to turn off your computer and unplug the

power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the IEEE 1394a bracket.

• To connect an IEEE 1394a device, attach one end of the device cable to your computer and then attach the other end of the cable to the IEEE 1394a device. Ensure that the cable is securely connected.

Pin No. Denition

1 TPA+

2 TPA-

3 GND

4 GND

5 TPB+

6 TPB-

7 Power (12V)

8 Power (12V)

9 No Pin

10 GND

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