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GA-H61N-D2V
User's Manual
Rev. 1001
12ME-H61ND2V-1001R
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Motherboard
GA-H61N-D2V
Mar. 23, 2012
Mar. 23, 2012
Motherboard
GA-H61N-D2V
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Copyright
2012 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. All rights reserved. ©
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Changes to the specications and features in this manual may be made by GIGABYTE
without prior notice.
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In order to assist in the use of this product, carefully read the User's Manual.
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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:
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Table of Contents
GA-H61N-D2V Motherboard Layout ................................................................................5
GA-H61N-D2V Motherboard Block Diagram ...................................................................6
Chapter 1 Hardware Installation .....................................................................................7
1-1 Installation Precautions .................................................................................... 7
1-2 Product Specications ...................................................................................... 8
1-3 Installing the CPU .......................................................................................... 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 ..................................................................................................19
2-1 Startup Screen ............................................................................................... 19
2-2 The Main Menu .............................................................................................. 20
2-3 M.I.T. .............................................................................................................. 21
2-4 System ........................................................................................................... 27
2-5 BIOS Features ............................................................................................... 28
2-6 Peripherals ..................................................................................................... 30
2-7 Power Management ....................................................................................... 32
2-8 Save & Exit ..................................................................................................... 33
Chapter 3 Drivers Installation ........................................................................................35
Regulatory Statements .............................................................................................. 36
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GA-H61N-D2V Motherboard Layout
* The box contents above are for reference only and the actual items shall depend on the product package you obtain.
KB_MS
CPU_FAN
LGA1155
ATX
GA-H61N-D2V
F_AUDIO
AUDIO
B_BIOS
DDR3_1
DDR3_2
BAT
F_PANEL
ATX_12V
SATA2
1
0
SATA2
3
2
R_USB
CODEC
M_BIOS
COM
LPT
DVI
USB_LAN
PCI
F_USB1F_USB2
SYS_FAN
CLR_CMOS
R e a l t e k
GbE LAN
iTE Super
I/O
P C I e
t o P C I
Bridge
Intel® H61
Box Contents
GA-H61N-D2V motherboard 5
Motherboard driver disk 5 Two SATA cables 5
User's Manual 5 I/O Shield 5
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GA-H61N-D2V Motherboard Block Diagram
LGA1155
CPU
CPU CLK+/- (100 MHz)
DDR3 1333/1066/800 MHz
Dual Channel Memory
DMI 2.0
FDI
PCI Express Bus
LAN
RJ45
Realtek
GbE LAN
8 USB 2.0/1.1
4 SATA 3Gb/s
Dual BIOS
LPC
Bus
x1
DVI-I
Line Out (Front Speaker Out)
MIC (Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out)
Line In (Rear Speaker Out)
CODEC
Intel® H61
PS/2 KB/Mouse
LPT
COM
iTE
Super I/O
PCIe to
PCI Bridge
1 PCI
x1
PCI Bus
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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 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 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 certied computer technician.
Chapter 1 Hardware Installation
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1-2 ProductSpecications
CPU Support for Intel
®
Core™ i7 processors/Intel® Core™ i5 processors/
Intel® Core™ i3 processors/Intel® Pentium® processors/Intel® Celeron®
processors in the LGA1155 package
(Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.)
L3 cache varies with CPU
Chipset Intel
®
H61 Express Chipset
Memory 2 x 1.5V DDR3 DIMM sockets supporting up to 16 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 1600/1333/1066 MHz memory modules
* To support DDR3 1600 MHz, you must install an Intel 22nm (Ivy Bridge) CPU.
Support for non-ECC memory modules
Support for Extreme Memory Prole (XMP) memory modules
* To support XMP memory, you must install an Intel 22nm (Ivy Bridge) CPU.
(Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and
memory modules.)
Onboard Graphics Chipset:
- 1 x DVI-I port, supporting a maximum resolution of 1920x1200
Audio Realtek ALC887 codec
High Denition Audio
2/4/5.1/7.1-channel
* To congure 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 GbE LAN chip (10/100/1000 Mbit)
Expansion Slots 1 x PCI slot
Storage Interface Chipset:
- 4 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors (SATA2 0~3) supporting up to 4 SATA 3Gb/s
devices
USB Chipset:
- Up to 8 USB 2.0/1.1 ports (4 ports on the back panel, 4 ports available
through the internal USB headers)
Internal
Connectors
1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector
1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector
4 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors
1 x CPU fan header
1 x system fan headers
1 x front panel header
1 x front panel audio header
2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers
1 x Clear CMOS jumper
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Back Panel
Connectors
1 x PS/2 Keyboard port
1 x PS/2 mouse port
1 x serial port header
1 x parallel port
1 x DVI-I port
4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports
1 x RJ-45 port
3 x audio jacks (Line In/Line Out/Microphone)
I/O Controller iTE I/O Controller Chip
Hardware Monitor System voltage detection
CPU/System temperature detection
CPU/System fan speed detection
CPU/System fan speed control
* Whether the CPU fan speed control function is supported will depend on the CPU
cooler you install.
BIOS 2 x 32 Mbit ash
Use of licensed AMI EFI BIOS
Support for DualBIOS
™
PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.0, SM BIOS 2.6, ACPI 2.0a
Unique Features Support for @BIOS
Support for Q-Flash
Support for Xpress Recovery2
Support for EasyTune
* Available functions in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model.
Support for ON/OFF Charge
Bundled Software Norton Internet Security (OEM version)
Operating System Support for Microsoft
®
Windows 7/Vista/XP
Form Factor Mini-ITX Form Factor; 17.0cm x 17.0cm
* GIGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to the product specications and product-related information without
prior notice.
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1-3 Installing the CPU
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 specications. It is not recommended •
that the system bus frequency be set beyond hardware specications since it does not meet the
standard requirements for the peripherals. If you wish to set the frequency beyond the standard
specications, please do so according to your hardware specications including the CPU, graphics
card, memory, hard drive, etc.
Installing the CPU
A. Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the CPU.
Notch
Alignment KeyAlignment Key
Notch
LGA1155 CPU
LGA1155 CPU Socket
Pin One Corner of the CPU Socket
Triangle Pin One Marking on 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.
DualChannelMemoryConguration
This motherboard provides two DDR3 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. After the memory
is installed, the BIOS will automatically detect the specications 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 A: DDR3_1
Channel B: DDR3_2
Due to CPU limitations, read the following guidelines before installing the memory in Dual Channel mode.
Dual Channel mode cannot be enabled if only one DDR3 memory module is installed.1.
When enabling Dual Channel mode with two memory modules, it is recommended that memory of 2.
the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used for optimum performance.
DDR3_1
DDR3_2
1-5 Installing an Expansion Card
Read the following guidelines before you begin to install an expansion card:
Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Carefully read the manual that came •
with your expansion card.
Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing an •
expansion card to prevent hardware damage.
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1-6 Back Panel Connectors
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.
Serial Port
Use the serial port to connect devices such as a mouse, modem or other peripherals.
Parallel Port
Use the parallel port to connect devices such as a printer, scanner and etc. The parallel port is also called
a printer port.
DVI-I Port
The DVI-I port conforms to the DVI-I specication and supports a maximum resolution of 1920x1200 (the
actual resolutions supported depend on the monitor being used).
USB 2.0/1.1 Port
The USB port supports the USB 2.0/1.1 specication. Use this port for USB devices such as a USB
keyboard/mouse, USB printer, USB ash 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.
Activity LED
Connection/
Speed LED
LAN Port
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
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 conguration.
Mic In Jack (Pink)
The default Mic in jack. Microphones must be connected to this jack.
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.
To congure 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.
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1-7 Internal Connectors
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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3
2
7
598 5
1) ATX_12V
2) ATX
3) CPU_FAN
4) SYS_FAN
5) SATA2 0/1/2/3
6) F_PANEL
7) F_AUDIO
8) F_USB1/F_USB2
9) BAT
10) CLR_CMOS
1
6
10
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ATX:
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, 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.
To meet expansion requirements, it is recommended that a power supply that can withstand high
power consumption be used (300W 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.
131
2412
ATX
ATX_12V
4
2
3
1
ATX_12V:
Pin No. Denition
1 GND
2 GND
3 +12V
4 +12V
Pin No. Denition Pin No. Denition
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)
12 3.3V (Only for 2x12-pin
ATX)
24 GND (Only for 2x12-pin
ATX)
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3/4) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN (Fan Headers)
All fan headers on this motherboard are 4-pin. 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.
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 conguration jumper blocks. Do not place a jumper cap on the •
headers.
CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN:
Pin No. Denition
1 GND
2 +12V
3 Sense
4 Speed Control
CPU_FAN
1
1
SYS_FAN
5) SATA2 0/1/2/3 (SATA 3Gb/s Connectors)
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. Denition
1 GND
2 TXP
3 TXN
4 GND
5 RXN
6 RXP
7 GND
1
1
7
7
SATA2
1
0
DEBUG
PORT
G.QBOFM
DEBUG
PORT
G.QBOFM
1
7
SATA2
3
2
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6) F_PANEL (Front Panel Header)
Connect the power switch, reset switch, 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.
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2 1
RES-
HD+
RES+
HD-
PW+
MSG+
PW-
MSG-
NC
Hard Drive
Activity LED
Reset
Switch
Message/
Sleep LED
Power
Switch
The front panel design may differ by chassis. A front panel module mainly consists of power switch,
reset switch, hard drive activity LED and etc. When connecting your chassis front panel module to
this header, make sure the wire assignments and the pin assignments are matched correctly.
PW • (Power Switch):
Connects to the power switch on the chassis front panel. You may congure the way to turn off your
system using the power switch (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Power Management Setup," for more
information).
HD • (Hard Drive Activity LED):
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):
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.
NC • :
No connection.
MSG • (Message/Sleep LED):
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).
System Status LED
S0 On
S1 Blinking
S3/S4/S5 Off
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7) F_AUDIO (Front Panel Audio Header)
The front panel audio header supports Intel High Denition 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:
The front panel audio header supports HD audio by default. •
Audio signals will be present on both of the front and back panel audio connections •
simultaneously.
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.
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2
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8) F_USB1/F_USB2 (USB Headers)
The headers conform to USB 2.0/1.1 specication. Each USB header can provide two USB ports via an
optional USB bracket. For purchasing the optional USB bracket, please contact the local dealer.
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.
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9
2
1
Pin No. Denition
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
Pin No. Denition
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. Denition
1 Power (5V)
2 Power (5V)
3 USB DX-
4 USB DY-
5 USB DX+
6 USB DY+
7 GND
8 GND
9 No Pin
10 NC
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9) BAT (Battery)
The battery provides power to keep the values (such as BIOS congurations, 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:
Turn off your computer and unplug the power cord.1.
Gently remove the battery from the battery holder and wait for 2.
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.)
Replace the battery.3.
Plug in the power cord and restart your computer.4.
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. •
10) CLR_CMOS (Clear CMOS Jumper)
Use this jumper to clear the CMOS values (e.g. date information and BIOS congurations) 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.
Always turn off your computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before clearing •
the CMOS values.
After system restart, go to BIOS Setup to load factory defaults (select Load Optimized •
Defaults) or manually congure the BIOS settings (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," for BIOS
congurations).
Open: Normal
Short: Clear CMOS Values
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BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) records hardware parameters of the system in the CMOS on the
motherboard. Its major functions include conducting the Power-On Self-Test (POST) during system startup,
saving system parameters and loading operating system, etc. BIOS includes a BIOS Setup program that allows
the user to modify basic system conguration settings or to activate certain system features.
When the power is turned off, the battery on the motherboard supplies the necessary power to the CMOS to
keep the conguration values in the CMOS.
To access the BIOS Setup program, press the <Delete> key during the POST when the power is turned on.
To upgrade the BIOS, use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash or @BIOS utility.
Q-Flash allows the user to quickly and easily upgrade or back up BIOS without entering the operating •
system.
@BIOS is a Windows-based utility that searches and downloads the latest version of BIOS from the Internet •
and updates the BIOS.
Chapter 2 BIOS Setup
Because BIOS ashing is potentially risky, if you do not encounter problems using the current •
version of BIOS, it is recommended that you not ash the BIOS. To ash the BIOS, do it with
caution. Inadequate BIOS ashing may result in system malfunction.
It is recommended that you not alter the default settings (unless you need to) to prevent system •
instability or other unexpected results. Inadequately altering the settings may result in system's
failure to boot. If this occurs, try to clear the CMOS values and reset the board to default values.
(Refer to the "Load Optimized Defaults" section in this chapter or introductions of the battery/clear
CMOS jumper in Chapter 1 for how to clear the CMOS values.)
2-1 Startup Screen
The following startup Logo screen will appear when the computer boots.
Function Keys
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2-2 The Main Menu
On the main menu of the BIOS Setup program, press arrow keys to move among the items and press <Enter>
to accept or enter a sub-menu. Or you can use your mouse to select the item you want.
(Sample BIOS Version: E12)
Setup Menus
Function Keys
Help
Enter Q-Flash
Select Default
Language
Conguration Items
Current Settings
BIOS Setup Menus
M.I.T.
Use this menu to congure the clock, frequency, and voltages of your CPU and memory, etc. Or check the
system/CPU temperatures, voltages, and fan speeds.
System
Use this menu to congure the default language used by the BIOS and system time and date. This menu
also displays information on the devices connected to the SATA ports.
BIOS Features
Use this menu to congure the device boot order, advanced features available on the CPU, and the primary
display adapter.
Peripherals
Use this menu to congure all peripheral devices, such as SATA, USB, integrated audio, and integrated
LAN, etc.
Power Management
Use this menu to congure all the power-saving functions.
Save & Exit
Save all the changes made in the BIOS Setup program to the CMOS and exit BIOS Setup. You can save the
current BIOS settings to a prole or load optimized defaults for optimal-performance system operations.
When the system is not stable as usual, select the • Load Optimized Defaults item to set your
system to its defaults.
The BIOS Setup menus described in this chapter are for reference only and may differ by BIOS •
version.
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2-3 M.I.T.
Whether the system will work stably with the overclock/overvoltage settings you made is dependent
on your overall system congurations. Incorrectly doing overclock/overvoltage may result in damage
to CPU, chipset, or memory and reduce the useful life of these components. This page is for advanced
users only and we recommend you not to alter the default settings to prevent system instability or
other unexpected results. (Inadequately altering the settings may result in system's failure to boot. If
this occurs, clear the CMOS values and reset the board to default values.)
This section provides information on the BIOS version, CPU base clock, CPU frequency, memory frequency,
total memory size, CPU temperature, Vcore, and memory voltage.
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M.I.T. Current Status `
This screen provides information on CPU/memory frequencies/parameters.
Advanced Frequency Settings `
CPU Clock Ratio &
Allows you to alter the clock ratio for the installed CPU. The adjustable range is dependent on the CPU
being installed.
CPU Frequency &
Displays the current operating CPU frequency.
Advanced CPU Core Features `
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(Note) This item is present only when you install a CPU that supports this feature. For more information about
Intel CPUs' unique features, please visit Intel's website.
CPU Clock Ratio, CPU Frequency &
The settings under the two items above are synchronous to those under the same items on the Advanced
Frequency Settings menu.
Real-Time CPU Ratio Control In OS &
(Note)
Enabled allows you to make real-time changes to the CPU clock ratio in your operating system. (Default:
Enabled)
Intel(R) Turbo Boost Technology &
(Note)
Allows you to determine whether to enable the Intel CPU Turbo Boost technology. Auto lets the BIOS
automatically congure this setting. (Default: Auto)
Turbo Ratio (1-Core Active~4-Core Active) &
(Note)
Allows you to set the CPU Turbo ratios for different number of active cores. Auto sets the CPU Turbo ratios
according to the CPU specications. (Default: Auto)
Turbo Power Limit (Watts) &
Allows you to set a power limit for CPU Turbo mode. When the CPU power consumption exceeds the
specied power limit, the CPU will automatically reduce the core frequency in order to reduce the power.
Auto sets the power limit according to the CPU specications. (Default: Auto)
Core Current Limit (Amps) &
Allows you to set a current limit for CPU Turbo mode. When the CPU current exceeds the specied current
limit, the CPU will automatically reduce the core frequency in order to reduce the current. Auto sets the
power limit according to the CPU specications. (Default: Auto)
CPU Core Enabled &
(Note)
Allows you to determine whether to enable all CPU cores. Auto lets the BIOS automatically congure this
setting. (Default: Auto)
Hyper-Threading Technology &
(Note)
Allows you to determine whether to enable multi-threading technology when using an Intel CPU that supports
this function. This feature only works for operating systems that support multi-processor mode. Auto lets
the BIOS automatically congure this setting. (Default: Auto)
CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) &
(Note)
Enables or disables Intel CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) function, a CPU power-saving function in system
halt state. When enabled, the CPU core frequency and voltage will be reduced during system halt state to
decrease power consumption. Auto lets the BIOS automatically congure this setting. (Default: Auto)
C3/C6 State Support &
(Note)
Allows you to determine whether to let the CPU enter C3/C6 mode in system halt state. When enabled, the
CPU core frequency and voltage will be reduced during system halt state to decrease power consumption.
The C3/C6 state is a more enhanced power-saving state than C1. Auto lets the BIOS automatically congure
this setting. (Default: Auto)
CPU Thermal Monitor &
(Note)
Enables or disables Intel CPU Thermal Monitor function, a CPU overheating protection function. When
enabled, the CPU core frequency and voltage will be reduced when the CPU is overheated. Auto lets the
BIOS automatically congure this setting. (Default: Auto)
CPU EIST Function &
(Note)
Enables or disables Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology (EIST). Depending on CPU loading, Intel EIST
technology can dynamically and effectively lower the CPU voltage and core frequency to decrease average
power consumption and heat production. Auto lets the BIOS automatically congure this setting. (Default:
Auto)
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ExtremeMemoryProle(X.M.P.) &
(Note)
Allows the BIOS to read the SPD data on XMP memory module(s) to enhance memory performance when enabled.
Disabled Disables this function. (Default)
Prole1 Uses Prole 1 settings.
Prole2
(Note)
Uses Prole 2 settings.
System Memory Multiplier (SPD) &
Allows you to set the system memory multiplier. Auto sets memory multiplier according to memory SPD
data. (Default: Auto)
Memory Frequency (MHz) &
The rst memory frequency value is the normal operating frequency of the memory being used; the second is
the memory frequency that is automatically adjusted according to the System Memory Multiplier settings.
(Note) This item is present only when you install a CPU and a memory module that support this feature.
Advanced Memory Settings `
ExtremeMemoryProle(X.M.P.) &
(Note),
System Memory Multiplier (SPD), Memory
Frequency(Mhz)
The settings under the three items above are synchronous to those under the same items on the Advanced
Frequency Settings menu.
Performance Enhance &
Allows the system to operate at three different performance levels.
Normal Lets the system operate at its basic performance level.
Turbo Lets the system operate at its good performance level. (Default)
Extreme Lets the system operate at its best performance level.
DRAM Timing Selectable &
Quick and Expert allows the Channel Interleaving, Rank Interleaving, and memory timing settings below
to be congurable. Options are: Auto (default), Quick, Expert.
ProleDDRVoltage &
When using a non-XMP memory module or ExtremeMemoryProle(X.M.P.) is set to Disabled, this item
will display as 1.50V. When ExtremeMemoryProle(X.M.P.) is set to Prole1 or Prole2, this item will
display the value based on the SPD data on the XMP memory.
ProleVTTVoltage &
The value displayed here is dependent on the CPU being used.
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Channel Interleaving &
Enables or disables memory channel interleaving. Enabled allows the system to simultaneously access
different channels of the memory to increase memory performance and stability. Auto lets the BIOS
automatically congure this setting. (Default: Auto)
Rank Interleaving &
Enables or disables memory rank interleaving. Enabled allows the system to simultaneously access different
ranks of the memory to increase memory performance and stability. Auto lets the BIOS automatically
congure this setting. (Default: Auto)
This sub-menu provides memory timing settings for each channel of memory. The respective timing setting
screens are congurable only when DRAM Timing Selectable is set to Quick or Expert. Note: Your system
may become unstable or fail to boot after you make changes on the memory timings. If this occurs, please reset
the board to default values by loading optimized defaults or clearing the CMOS values.
Channel A/B Timing Settings `
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Advanced Voltage Settings `
This sub-menu allows you to set memory voltage.
PC Health Status `
CPU Vcore/Dram Voltage/+5V/+12V &
Displays the current system voltages.
CPU/System Temperature &
Displays current CPU/system temperature.
CPU/System FAN Speed &
Displays current CPU/system fan speeds.
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CPU Fan Speed Control &
Allows you to determine whether to enable the CPU fan speed control function and adjust the fan speed.
Normal Allows the CPU fan to run at different speeds according to the CPU temperature. (Default)
Silent Allows the CPU fan to run at slow speeds.
Manual Allows you to control the CPU fan speed under the Slope PWM item.
Disabled Allows the CPU fan to run at full speeds.
Slope PWM &
Allows you to control the CPU fan speed. This item is congurable only when CPU Fan Speed Control is
set to Manual. Options are: 0.75 PWM value /oC ~ 2.50 PWM value /oC.
System Fan Speed Control &
Allows you to determine whether to enable the system fan speed control function and adjust the fan
speed.
Normal Allows the system fan to run at different speeds according to the system temperature.
(Default)
Silent Allows the system fan to run at slow speeds.
Manual Allows you to control the system fan speed under the Slope PWM item.
Disabled Allows the system fan to run at full speeds.
Slope PWM &
Allows you to control the system fan speed. This item is congurable only when System Fan Speed Control
is set to Manual. Options are: 0.75 PWM value /oC ~ 2.50 PWM value /oC.
2-4 System
This section provides information on your CPU, memory, motherboard model, and BIOS version. You can also
select the default language used by the BIOS and manually set the system time.
System Language &
Selects the default language used by the BIOS.
System Date &
Sets the system date. The date format is week (read-only), month, date, and year. Use <Enter> to switch
between the Month, Date, and Year elds and use the <Page Up> or <Page Down> key to set the desired
value.
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2-5 BIOS Features
Boot Option Priorities &
Species the overall boot order from the available devices. For example, you can set hard drive as the
rst priority (Boot Option #1) and DVD ROM drive as the second priority (Boot Option #2). The list only
displays the device with the highest priority for a specic type. For example, only hard drive dened as the
rst priority on the Hard Drive BBS Priorities submenu will be presented here.
Removable storage devices that support GPT format will be prexed with "UEFI:" string on the boot device
list. To boot from an operating system that supports GPT partitioning, select the device prexed with "UEFI:"
string.
Or if you want to install an operating system that supports GPT partitioning such as Windows 7 64-bit, select
the optical drive that contains the Windows 7 64-bit installation disk and is prexed with "UEFI:" string.
Hard Drive/CD/DVD ROM Drive/Floppy Drive/Network Device BBS Priorities &
Species the boot order for a specic device type, such as hard drives, optical drives, oppy disk drives,
and devices that support Boot from LAN function, etc. Press <Enter> on this item to enter the submenu that
presents the devices of the same type that are connected. This item is present only if at least one device
for this type is installed.
System Time &
Sets the system time. The time format is hour, minute, and second. For example, 1 p.m. is 13:0:0. Use
<Enter> to switch between the Hour, Minute, and Second elds and use the <Page Up> or <Page Down>
key to set the desired value.
Access Level &
Displays the current access level depending on the type of password protection used. (If no password is
set, the default will display as Administrator.) The Administrator level allows you to make changes to all
BIOS settings; the User level only allows you to make changes to certain BIOS settings but not all.
ATA Port Information `
This section provides information on the device connected to each SATA port controlled by Intel H61 Chipset.
You can enable/disable each SATA port or enable/disable the hot plug capability.
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Bootup NumLock State &
Enables or disables Numlock feature on the numeric keypad of the keyboard after the POST. (Default:
Enabled)
Full Screen LOGO Show &
Allows you to determine whether to display the GIGABYTE Logo at system startup. Disabled skips the
GIGABYTE Logo when the system starts up. (Default: Enabled)
PCI ROM Priority &
Allows you to determine which Option ROM to launch. Options are Legacy ROM and EFI Compatible
ROM. (Default: EFI Compatible ROM)
Limit CPUID Maximum &
(Note)
Allows you to determine whether to limit CPUID maximum value. Set this item to Disabled for Windows XP
operating system; set this item to Enabled for legacy operating system such as Windows NT4.0. (Default:
Disabled)
Execute Disable Bit &
(Note)
Enables or disables Intel Execute Disable Bit function. This function may enhance protection for the computer,
reducing exposure to viruses and malicious buffer overow attacks when working with its supporting software
and system. (Default: Enabled)
Intel Virtualization Technology &
(Note)
Enables or disables Intel Virtualization Technology. Virtualization enhanced by Intel Virtualization Technology
will allow a platform to run multiple operating systems and applications in independent partitions. With
virtualization, one computer system can function as multiple virtual systems. (Default: Disabled)
VT-d &
(Note)
Enables or disables Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O. (Default: Enabled)
CSM Support &
Enables or disables UEFI CSM (Compatibility Support Module) to support a legacy PC boot process.
Enabled allows you to boot from an operating system that requires traditional option ROM. Auto lets the
BIOS automatically congure this setting depending on the operating system being installed. (Default:
Enabled)
Network stack &
Disables or enables booting from the network to install a GPT format OS, such as installing the OS from
the Windows Deployment Services server. (Default: Disable Link)
IPv6 PXE Boot Support &
Enables or disables IPv6 PXE Support. This item is congurable only when Network stack is enabled.
IPv4 PXE Boot Support &
Enables or disables IPv4 PXE Support. This item is congurable only when Network stack is enabled.
Administrator Password &
Allows you to congure an administrator password. Press <Enter> on this item, type the password, and
then press <Enter>. You will be requested to conrm the password. Type the password again and press
<Enter>. You must enter the administrator password (or user password) at system startup and when entering
BIOS Setup. Differing from the user password, the administrator password allows you to make changes to
all BIOS settings.
(Note) This item is present only when you install a CPU that supports this feature. For more information about
Intel CPUs' unique features, please visit Intel's website.
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2-6 Peripherals
User Password &
Allows you to congure a user password. Press <Enter> on this item, type the password, and then press
<Enter>. You will be requested to conrm the password. Type the password again and press <Enter>. You
must enter the administrator password (or user password) at system startup and when entering BIOS Setup.
However, the user password only allows you to make changes to certain BIOS settings but not all.
To cancel the password, press <Enter> on the password item and when requested for the password, enter the
correct one rst. When prompted for a new password, press <Enter> without entering any password. Press
<Enter> again when prompted to conrm.
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LAN PXE Boot Option ROM &
Allows you to decide whether to activate the boot ROM integrated with the onboard LAN chip. (Default:
Disabled)
SATA Controller(s) &
Enables or disables the integrated SATA controllers. (Default: Enabled)
SATA Mode Selection &
Allows you to decide whether to congure the SATA controller integrated in the Chipset to AHCI mode.
IDE Congures the SATA controller to IDE mode. (Default)
AHCI Congures the SATA controller to AHCI mode. Advanced Host Controller Interface
(AHCI) is an interface specication that allows the storage driver to enable advanced
Serial ATA features such as Native Command Queuing and hot plug.
USB2.0 Controller &
Enables or disables the integrated USB 2.0 controller. (Default: Enabled)
Audio Controller &
Enables or disables the onboard audio function. (Default: Enabled)
If you wish to install a 3rd party add-in audio card instead of using the onboard audio, set this item to
Disabled.
Init Display First &
Species the rst initiation of the monitor display from the installed PCI graphics card or the onboard
graphics.
Auto Lets BIOS automatically congure this setting. (Default)
IGFX Sets the onboard graphics as the rst display.
PCI Sets the graphics card on the PCI slot as the rst display.
Internal Graphics &
Enables or disables the onboard graphics function. (Default: Auto)
Internal Graphics Memory Size &
Allows you to set the onboard graphics memory size. Options are: 32M~1024M. (Default: 64M)
DVMT Total Memory Size &
Allows you to allocate the DVMT memory size of the onboard graphics. Options are: 128M, 256M, MAX.
(Default: MAX)
Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology &
Enables or disables Intel Rapid Start Technology. This item is congurable only when an SSD is installed.
(Default: Disabled)
Legacy USB Support &
Allows USB keyboard/mouse to be used in MS-DOS. (Default: Enabled)
EHCI Hand-off &
Determines whether to enable EHCI Hand-off feature for an operating system without EHCI Hand-off
support. (Default: Disabled)
Port 60/64 Emulation &
Enables or disables emulation of I/O ports 64h and 60h. This should be enabled for full legacy support
for USB keyboards/mice in MS-DOS or in operating system that does not natively support USB devices.
(Default: Disabled)
USB Storage Devices &
Displays a list of connected USB mass storage devices. You can congure how each device is going to be
treated. For example, you can emulate a USB ash drive as a oppy disk drive. (Default: Auto)
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2-7 Power Management
AC BACK &
Determines the state of the system after the return of power from an AC power loss.
Always Off The system stays off upon the return of the AC power. (Default)
Always On The system is turned on upon the return of the AC power.
Memory The system returns to its last known awake state upon the return of the AC power.
Power On By Keyboard &
Allows the system to be turned on by a PS/2 keyboard wake-up event.
Note: To use this function, you need an ATX power supply providing at least 1A on the +5VSB lead.
Disabled Disables this function. (Default)
Any Key Press any key to turn on the system.
Keyboard 98 Press POWER button on the Windows 98 keyboard to turn on the system.
Resume by Alarm &
Determines whether to power on the system at a desired time. (Default: Disabled)
If enabled, set the date and time as following:
OnBoard LAN Controller#1 &
Enables or disables the onboard LAN function. (Default: Enabled)
If you wish to install a 3rd party add-in network card instead of using the onboard LAN, set this item to
Disabled.
SuperIOConguration `
This section provides information on the super I/O chip and allows you to congure the serial port and
parallel port.
Serial Port A &
Enables or disables the onboard serial port. (Default: Enabled)
Parallel Port &
Enables or disables the onboard parallel port. (Default: Enabled)
Intel(R) Smart Connect Technology `
ISCTConguration &
Enables or disables Intel Smart Connect Technology. (Default: Disabled)
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Wake up day: Turn on the system at a specic time on each day or on a specic day in a month.
Wake up hour/minute/second: Set the time at which the system will be powered on automatically.
Note: When using this function, avoid inadequate shutdown from the operating system or removal of the
AC power, or the settings may not be effective.
ErP &
Determines whether to let the system consume less than 1W power in S5 (shutdown) state. (Default:
Disabled)
Note: When this item is set to Enabled, the following functions will become unavailable: PME event wake
up, power on by mouse, power on by keyboard, and wake on LAN.
High Precision Event Timer &
(Note)
Enables or disables High Precision Event Timer (HPET) for Windows 7 operating system. (Default:
Enabled)
Soft-Off by PWR-BTTN &
Congures the way to turn off the computer in MS-DOS mode using the power button.
Instant-Off Press the power button and then the system will be turned off instantly. (Default)
Delay 4 Sec Press and hold the power button for 4 seconds to turn off the system. If the power
button is pressed for less than 4 seconds, the system will enter suspend mode.
Internal Graphics Standby Mode &
Allows you to determine whether to let the onboard graphics enter standby mode to decrease power
consumption. (Default: Enabled)
Internal Graphics Deep Standby Mode &
Allows you to determine whether to let the onboard graphics enter deeper standby mode. (Default:
Enabled)
(Note) Supported on Windows 7 operating system only.
2-8 Save & Exit
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Save & Exit Setup &
Press <Enter> on this item and select Yes. This saves the changes to the CMOS and exits the BIOS Setup
program. Select No or press <Esc> to return to the BIOS Setup Main Menu.
Exit Without Saving &
Press <Enter> on this item and select Yes. This exits the BIOS Setup without saving the changes made
in BIOS Setup to the CMOS. Select No or press <Esc> to return to the BIOS Setup Main Menu.
Load Optimized Defaults &
Press <Enter> on this item and select Yes to load the optimal BIOS default settings. The BIOS defaults
settings help the system to operate in optimum state. Always load the Optimized defaults after updating
the BIOS or after clearing the CMOS values.
Boot Override &
Allows you to select a device to boot immediately. Press <Enter> on the device you select and select Yes
to conrm. Your system will restart automatically and boot from that device.
SaveProles &
This function allows you to save the current BIOS settings to a prole. You can create up to 4 proles and
save as Setup Prole 1~ Setup Prole 4. Press <Enter> to complete.
LoadProles &
If your system becomes unstable and you have loaded the BIOS default settings, you can use this function
to load the BIOS settings from a prole created before, without the hassles of reconguring the BIOS
settings. First select the prole you wish to load and then press <Enter> to complete.
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Chapter 3 Drivers Installation
Before installing the drivers, rst install the operating system. •
After installing the operating system, insert the motherboard driver disk into your optical drive. The •
driver Autorun screen is automatically displayed which looks like that shown in the screen shot
below. (If the driver Autorun screen does not appear automatically, go to My Computer, double-click
the optical drive and execute the Run.exe program.)
After inserting the driver disk, "Xpress Install" will automatically scan your system and then list all the drivers
that are recommended to install. You can click the Install All button and "Xpress Install" will install all the
recommended drivers. Or click Install Single Items to manually select the drivers you wish to install.
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Regulatory Statements
Regulatory Notices
This document must not be copied without our written permission, and the contents there of must not be imparted
to a third party nor be used for any unauthorized purpose. Contravention will be prosecuted. We believe that the
information contained herein was accurate in all respects at the time of printing. GIGABYTE cannot, however,
assume any responsibility for errors or omissions in this text. Also note that the information in this document is
subject to change without notice and should not be construed as a commitment by GIGABYTE.
Our Commitment to Preserving the Environment
In addition to high-efciency performance, all GIGABYTE motherboards fulll European Union regulations
for RoHS (Restriction of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment) and WEEE
(Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) environmental directives, as well as most major worldwide safety
requirements. To prevent releases of harmful substances into the environment and to maximize the use of our
natural resources, GIGABYTE provides the following information on how you can responsibly recycle or reuse
most of the materials in your "end of life" product.
Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) Directive Statement
GIGABYTE products have not intended to add and safe from hazardous substances (Cd, Pb, Hg, Cr+6, PBDE
and PBB). The parts and components have been carefully selected to meet RoHS requirement. Moreover,
we at GIGABYTE are continuing our efforts to develop products that do not use internationally banned toxic
chemicals.
Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive Statement
GIGABYTE will fulll the national laws as interpreted from the 2002/96/EC WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic
Equipment) directive. The WEEE Directive species the treatment, collection, recycling and disposal of electric
and electronic devices and their components. Under the Directive, used equipment must be marked, collected
separately, and disposed of properly.
WEEE Symbol Statement
The symbol shown below is on the product or on its packaging, which indicates that this product must not be
disposed of with other waste. Instead, the device should be taken to the waste collection centers for activation of
the treatment, collection, recycling and disposal procedure. The separate collection and recycling of
your waste equipment at the time of disposal will help to conserve natural resources and ensure that it
is recycled in a manner that protects human health and the environment. For more information about
where you can drop off your waste equipment for recycling, please contact your local government
ofce, your household waste disposal service or where you purchased the product for details of
environmentally safe recycling.
When your electrical or electronic equipment is no longer useful to you, "take it back" to your local or regional
waste collection administration for recycling.
If you need further assistance in recycling, reusing in your "end of life" product, you may contact us at the
Customer Care number listed in your product's user's manual and we will be glad to help you with your
effort.
Finally, we suggest that you practice other environmentally friendly actions by understanding and using the
energy-saving features of this product (where applicable), recycling the inner and outer packaging (including
shipping containers) this product was delivered in, and by disposing of or recycling used batteries properly.
With your help, we can reduce the amount of natural resources needed to produce electrical and electronic
equipment, minimize the use of landlls for the disposal of "end of life" products, and generally improve our
quality of life by ensuring that potentially hazardous substances are not released into the environment and are
disposed of properly.
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