Gigabyte GA-H77M-HD3 Manual

GA-H77M-HD3

User's Manual

Rev. 1001

12ME-H77MHD3-1001R

Motherboard

GA-H77M-HD3

Motherboard

GA-H77M-HD3

Mar. 4, 2013

Mar. 4, 2013

Copyright

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Disclaimer

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

No part of this manual may be reproduced, copied, translated, transmitted, or published in any form or by any means without GIGABYTE's prior written permission.

Documentation Classifications

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

documentations:

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

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

Identifying Your Motherboard Revision

The revision number on your motherboard looks like this: "REV: X.X." For example, "REV: 1.0" means the revision of the motherboard is 1.0. Check your motherboard revision before updating motherboard BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical information.

Example:

Table of Contents

Box Contents....................................................................................................................			6
Optional Items..................................................................................................................			6
GA-H77M-HD3 Motherboard Layout................................................................................			7
GA-H77M-HD3 Motherboard Block Diagram...................................................................			8
Chapter 1 Hardware Installation......................................................................................			9
1-1	Installation Precautions.....................................................................................		9
1-2	Product Specifications....................................................................................		10
1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler................................................................			13
	1-3-1	Installing the CPU...................................................................................................	13
	1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler........................................................................................		15
1-4	Installing the Memory......................................................................................		16
	1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration......................................................................		16
	1-4-2	Installing a Memory.................................................................................................	17
1-5 Installing an Expansion Card..........................................................................			18
1-6	Back Panel Connectors..................................................................................		19
1-7	Internal Connectors........................................................................................		21
Chapter 2 BIOS Setup...................................................................................................			29
2-1	Startup Screen................................................................................................		30
2-2	The Main Menu...............................................................................................		31
2-3	M.I.T................................................................................................................		33
2-4	System............................................................................................................		42
2-5	BIOS Features................................................................................................		43
2-6	Peripherals......................................................................................................		47
2-7	Power Management........................................................................................		51
2-8	Save & Exit.....................................................................................................		53
Chapter 3 Drivers Installation........................................................................................			55
3-1	Installing Chipset Drivers................................................................................		55
3-2	Application Software.......................................................................................		56
3-3	Technical Manuals..........................................................................................		56
3-4	Contact...........................................................................................................		57
3-5	System............................................................................................................		57
3-6	Download Center............................................................................................		58
3-7	New Program..................................................................................................		58

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Chapter 4 Unique Features...........................................................................................			59
4-1	BIOS Update Utilities......................................................................................		59
	4-2-1 Updating the BIOS with the Q-Flash Utility.............................................................		59
	4-1-2	Updating the BIOS with the @BIOS Utility..............................................................	62
4-2	EasyTune 6.....................................................................................................		63
4-3	Q-Share..........................................................................................................		64
4-4	Smart Recovery 2...........................................................................................		65
4-5 eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D)...........................................................................			67
4-6	Auto Green.....................................................................................................		68
4-7	EZ Setup.........................................................................................................		69
	4-7-1	Installing EZ Smart Response.................................................................................	70
	4-7-2	Installing EZ Rapid Start.........................................................................................	71
	4-7-3	Installing EZ Smart Connect...................................................................................	72

Chapter 5 Appendix		.......................................................................................................	73
5-1	Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s).....................................................................		73
	5-1-1	Configuring SATA Controllers ..................................................................................	73
	5-1-2 Installing the SATA RAID/AHCI Driver and Operating System................................		81
5-2	Configuring ................................................................Audio Input and Output		86
	5-2-1 ...................................................................	Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1 - Channel Audio	86
	5-2-2 ..........................................................................................	Configuring S/PDIF Out	88
	5-2-3 .........................................................................	Configuring Microphone Recording	89
	5-2-4 ......................................................................................Using the Sound Recorder		91
5-3	Troubleshooting..............................................................................................		92
	5-3-1 ...................................................................................	Frequently Asked Questions	92
	5-3-2 .....................................................................................	Troubleshooting Procedure	93
	Regulatory ..........................................................................................................Statements		95
	Contact ............................................................................................................................Us		99

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Box Contents

;; GA-H77M-HD3 motherboard ;; Motherboard driver disk

;; User's Manual

;; Quick Installation Guide ;; Two SATA 6Gb/s 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.

Optional Items

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

3.5" Front Panel with 2 USB 3.0/2.0 ports (Part No. 12CR1-FPX582-0*R)HDMI-to-DVI adapter (Part No. 12CT2-HDMI01-1*R)

COM port cable (Part No. 12CF1-1CM001-3*R)LPT port cable (Part No. 12CF1-1LP001-0*R)

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GA-H77M-HD3 Motherboard Layout

KB_MS_USB ATX_12V_2X4

VGA

DVI

HDMI

R_USB30

R_USB

CMOS	F PANEL
CLR_

ATX

LGA1155

USB_LAN
	CPU_FAN	SYS_FAN			1 2
AUDIO					DDR3 DDR3
			GA-H77M-HD3
Realtek
GbE LAN
	PCIEX16
I/O			BAT
				Intel® H77
iTE Super	PCIEX1_1
			PCIe to
	PCIEX1_2		PCI Bridge
CODEC
	PCI
F_AUDIO	COM	LPT	F_USB2 F_USB1		F_USB30

2	1
SATA2	SATA3
	0
	SATA3
M BIOS	BIOS
	B_

SATA2 4 3

SATA2 5

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GA-H77M-HD3 Motherboard Block Diagram

1 PCI Express x16

PCIe CLK

(100 MHz)

PCI Express Bus		x16
			DVI-D
LAN
RJ45		2 PCI Express x1
Realtek
GbE LAN
x1		x1	x1
PCI Express Bus			x1
			PCIe to PCI
			Bridge
	PCI Bus

							Speaker Out Speaker Out
	PCI CLK						Rear Center/Subwoofer
		PCI
(33 MHz)

CPU CLK+/- (100 MHz)

LGA1155

DDR3 1600/1333/1066 MHz

CPU

Dual Channel Memory

DMI 2.0

FDI

HDMI

D-Sub

Dual BIOS

Intel® H77

2 SATA 6Gb/s

4 SATA 3Gb/s

10 USB 2.0/1.1

4 USB 3.0/2.0

LPC

LPT

CODEC

Bus

iTE

Super I/O

COM

Speaker Out)

Speaker Out)

Speaker Out)

S/PDIF Out

PS/2 KB/Mouse

(Center/Subwoofer

Line Out (Front

Line In (Rear

MIC

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

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Chapter 1 Hardware Installation

1-1 Installation Precautions

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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1-2 Product Specifications

CPU		Support for Intel® Core™ i7 processors/Intel® Core™ i5 processors/
		Intel® Core™ i3 processors/Intel® Pentium® processors/Intel® Celeron® processors
		in the LGA1155 package
		(Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.)
	L3 cache varies with CPU
Chipset		Intel® H77 Express Chipset
Memory		2 x 1.5V DDR3 DIMM sockets supporting up to 32 GB of system memory
		* Due to a Windows 32-bit operating system limitation, when more than 4 GB of
		physical memory is installed, the actual memory size displayed will be less than
		the size of the physical memory installed.
	Dual channel memory architecture
	Support for DDR3 1600/1333/1066 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 Profile (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		Integrated Graphics Processor:
Graphics		- 1 x D-Sub port
		- 1 x DVI-D port, supporting a maximum resolution of 1920x1200
		* The DVI-D port does not support D-Sub connection by adapter.
		- 1 x HDMI port, supporting a maximum resolution of 1920x1200
Audio		Realtek ALC887 codec
	High Definition Audio
		2/4/5.1/7.1-channel
	Support for S/PDIF Out
LAN		Realtek GbE LAN chip (10/100/1000 Mbit)
Expansion Slots		1 x PCI Express x16 slot, running at x16
		(The PCI Express x16 slot conforms to PCI Express 3.0 standard.)
		* Whether PCI Express 3.0 is supported depends on CPU and graphics card
		compatibility.
	2 x PCI Express x1 slots
		(All PCI Express x1 slots conform to PCI Express 2.0 standard.)
	1 x PCI slot
Storage		Chipset:
Interface		- 2 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors (SATA3 0/1) supporting up to 2 SATA 6Gb/s
		devices
		- 4 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors (SATA2 2/3/4/5) supporting up to 4 SATA 3Gb/s
		devices

- Support for RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, and RAID 10

* When a RAID set is built across the SATA 6Gb/s and SATA 3Gb/s channels, the system performance of the RAID set may vary depending on the devices being connected.

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USB		Chipset:
		-	Up to 4 USB 3.0/2.0 ports (2 ports on the back panel, 2 ports available
			through the internal USB header)
			* In Windows XP, the Intel USB 3.0 ports can support up to USB 2.0 transfer speed.
		-	Up to 10 USB 2.0/1.1 ports (6 ports on the back panel, 4 ports available
			through the internal USB headers)
Internal	1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector
Connectors	1 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector
	2 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors
	4 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors
	1 x CPU fan header
	1 x system fan header
	1 x front panel header
	1 x front panel audio header
	1 x USB 3.0/2.0 header
	2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers
	1 x serial port header
	1 x parallel port header
	1 x Clear CMOS jumper
Back Panel	1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse port
Connectors	1 x D-Sub port
	1 x DVI-D port
	1 x HDMI port
	2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports
	6 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports
	1 x RJ-45 port
	1 x optical S/PDIF Out connector
	5 x audio jacks (Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out, Rear Speaker Out, Line In,
		Line Out, Mic In)
I/O Controller	iTE I/O Controller Chip
Hardware		System voltage detection
Monitor		CPU/System temperature detection
	CPU/System fan speed detection
	CPU overheating warning
	CPU/System fan fail warning
	CPU/System fan speed control

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

BIOS		2 x 64 Mbit flash
	Use of licensed AMI EFI BIOS
	Support for DualBIOS™
		PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.0, SM BIOS 2.6, ACPI 2.0a

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	Unique Features		Support for @BIOS
			Support for Q-Flash
		Support for Xpress Install
		Support for EasyTune
			* Available functions in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model.
		Support for eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D)
		Support for Smart Recovery 2
		Support for Auto Green
		Support for ON/OFF Charge
			Support for Q-Share
		Support for EZ Setup
	Bundled		Norton Internet Security (OEM version)
	Software		Intel® Smart Response Technology
		Intel® Rapid Start Technology
		Intel® Smart Connect Technology
	Operating	Support for Microsoft Windows 8/7/XP
	System
	Form Factor		Micro ATX Form Factor; 24.4cm x 17.4cm

*GIGABYTE reserves therighttomakeanychanges tothe product specifications and product-related informationwithout prior notice.

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

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

1-3-1 Installing the CPU

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

LGA1155 CPU Socket

Alignment Key

Alignment Key

Pin One Corner of the CPU Socket

	LGA1155 CPU
Notch	Notch

Triangle Pin One Marking on the CPU

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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.

•• To protect the socket contacts, do not remove the protective plastic cover unless the CPU is inserted into the CPU socket. Save the cover properly and replace it if the CPU is removed.

Step 1:

Gently press the CPU socket lever handle down and away from the socket with your finger. Then completely lift the CPU socket lever and the metal load plate/plastic cover will be lifted as well.

Step 3:

Once the CPU is properly inserted, carefully replace the load plate. When replacing the load plate, make sure the front end of the load plate is under the shoulder screw. Then press the CPU socket lever. The protective plastic cover may pop off from the load plate during the process of engaging the lever. Remove the cover. (Save the cover properly and always replace it when the CPU is not installed.)

Step 2:

Hold the CPU with your thumb and index fingers.

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 4:

Finally, secure the lever under its retention tab to complete the installation of the CPU.

NOTE:

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

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1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler

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

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.

						Male Push
Direction of						Pin
the Arrow Sign						The Top
on the Male
						of Female
Push Pin
						Push Pin
						Female
						Push Pin

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 motherboard. 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 Configuration

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

Channel memory mode will double the original memory bandwidth.

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

Channel A: DDR3_1Channel B: DDR3_2

DDR3_2

DDR3_1

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 memory modules, it is recommended that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used for optimum performance.

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1-4-2 Installing a Memory

Before installing a memory module, make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the memory module. DDR3 and DDR2 DIMMs are not compatible to each other or DDR DIMMs. Be sure to install DDR3 DIMMs on this motherboard.

Notch

DDR3 DIMM

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

Step 1:

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

Step 2:

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

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1-5 Installing an Expansion Card

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

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

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

PCI Express x16 Slot

PCI Express x1 Slot

PCI Slot

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Example: Installing and Removing a PCI Express Graphics Card:

•• Installing a Graphics Card:

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

•• Removing the Card:

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

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1-6 Back Panel Connectors

USB 2.0/1.1 Port

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

PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse Port

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

D-Sub Port

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

DVI-D Port (Note)

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

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

USB 3.0/2.0 Port

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

HDMI Port

HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is an all-digital audio/video interface capable of transmitting uncompressed audio/video signals. The HDMI port is HDCP compliant and supports Dolby True HD and DTS HD Master Audio formats. It also supports up to 192KHz/24bit 8-channel LPCM audio output. You can use this port to connect your HDMI-supported monitor. The maximum supported resolution is 1920x1200, but the actual resolutions supported are dependent on the monitor being used.

After installing the HDMI device, make sure to set the default sound playback device to HDMI. (The item name may differ depending on your operating system. The screenshot below is from

Windows 7.)

In Windows 7, select Start>Control Panel>Hardware and Sound>Sound>Playback, set Intel(R) Display Audio to the default playback device.

(Note) The DVI-D port does not support D-Sub connection by adapter.
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Dual Display Configurations for the Onboard Graphics:

This motherboard provides three video output ports: D-Sub, DVI-D, and HDMI. Dual monitor confgurations are supported in operating system environment only, but not during the BIOS Setup or POST process.

RJ-45 LAN Port

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

Connection/

Connection/Speed LED:

Activity LED:

Speed LED

Activity LED

State

Description

State

Description

Orange

1 Gbps data rate

Blinking

Data transmission or receiving is occurring

Green

100 Mbps data rate

Off

No data transmission or receiving is occurring

Off

10 Mbps data rate

LAN Port

Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out Jack (Orange)

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

Rear Speaker Out Jack (Black)

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

Optical S/PDIF Out Connector

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

Line In Jack (Blue)

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

Line Out Jack (Green)

The default line out jack. Use this audio jack for a headphone or 2-channel speaker. This jack can be used to connect front speakers in a 4/5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration.

Mic In Jack (Pink)

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

Theaudiojackscanbereconfiguredtoperformdifferentfunctionsviatheaudiosoftware.Ifyouinstalla

Side Speaker, you need to retask other audio jack to be Side Speaker out. Only microphones still MUST be connected to the default Mic in jack. Refer to the instructions on setting up a 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration in Chapter 5, "Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio."

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

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

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1-7 Internal Connectors

1

14

				8
				2
4				6
3				7
5
				7
9	12	13	10	11

1)	ATX_12V_2X4	8)	F_PANEL
2)	ATX	9)	F_AUDIO
3)	CPU_FAN	10)	F_USB1/F_USB2
4)	SYS_FAN	11)	F_USB30
5)	BAT	12)	COM
6)	SATA3 0/1	13)	LPT
7)	SATA2 2/3/4/5	14)	CLR_CMOS

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 components on the motherboard. Before connecting the power connector, first make sure the power supply is turned off and all devices are properly installed. The power connector possesses a foolproof design. Connect the power supply cable to the power connector in the correct orientation.

The 12V power connector mainly supplies power to the CPU. If the 12V power connector is not connected, the computer will not start.

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

12 24

1

13

ATX

		ATX_12V_2X4:
		Pin No.	Definition
		1	GND (Only for 2x4-pin 12V)
4	1	2	GND (Only for 2x4-pin 12V)
8	5	3	GND
	ATX_12V_2X4	4	GND
		5	+12V (Only for 2x4-pin 12V)
		6	+12V (Only for 2x4-pin 12V)
		7	+12V
		8	+12V

ATX:
Pin No.	Definition	Pin No.	Definition
1	3.3V	13	3.3V
2	3.3V	14	-12V
3	GND	15	GND
4	+5V	16	PS_ON (soft On/Off)
5	GND	17	GND
6	+5V	18	GND
7	GND	19	GND
8	Power Good	20	-5V
9	5VSB (stand by +5V)	21	+5V
10	+12V	22	+5V
11	+12V (Only for 2x12-pin	23	+5V (Only for 2x12-pin ATX)
	ATX)
12	3.3V (Only for 2x12-pin	24	GND (Only for 2x12-pin
	ATX)		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 speed control function requires the use of a fan with fan speed control design. For optimum heat dissipation, it is recommended that a system fan be installed inside the chassis.

				CPU_FAN:
				Pin No.	Definition
			1	1	GND
				2	+12V /Speed Control
	CPU_FAN
				3	Sense
				4	Speed Control
				SYS_FAN:
				Pin No.	Definition
			1	1	GND
				2	+12V
	SYS_FAN
				3	Sense
				4	Speed Control

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

•• Thesefanheadersarenotconfigurationjumperblocks.Donotplaceajumpercapontheheaders.

5)BAT (Battery)

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

	You may clear the CMOS values by removing the battery:
	1.	Turn off your computer and unplug the power cord.
	2.	Gently remove the battery from the battery holder and wait for one minute.
		(Or use a metal object like a screwdriver to touch the positive and negative
		terminals of the battery holder, making them short for 5 seconds.)
	3.	Replace the battery.
	4.	Plug in the power cord and restart your computer.
••	Always turn off your computer and unplug the power cord before replacing the battery.
••	Replace the battery with an equivalent one. Danger of explosion if the battery is replaced with
	an incorrect model.

•• Contact the place of purchase or local dealer if you are not able to replace the battery by yourself

	or uncertain about the battery model.
••	When installing the battery, note the orientation of the positive side (+) and the negative side (-)
	of the battery (the positive side should face up).
••	Used batteries must be handled in accordance with local environmental regulations.
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6)SATA3 0/1 (SATA 6Gb/s Connectors, Controlled by Intel H77 Chipset)

The SATA connectors conform to SATA 6Gb/s standard and are compatible with SATA 3Gb/s and SATA 1.5Gb/s standard. Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device. The SATA3 0/1 connectors support RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5 and RAID 10. RAID 5 and RAID 10 can be implemented on the two connectors with the SATA2 2/3/4/5 connector (Note).RefertoChapter5,"ConfiguringSATAHardDrive(s),"forinstructions on configuring a RAID array.

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

7)SATA2 2/3/4/5 (SATA 3Gb/s Connectors, Controlled by Intel H77 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. The Intel H77 Chipset supports RAID 0, RAID 1,

RAID 5, and RAID 10. Refer to Chapter 5, "Configuring SATAHard Drive(s)," for instructions on configuring a RAID array.

	7	SATA2
			Pin No.	Definition
		2	1	GND
			2	TXP
	1		3	TXN
			4	GND
1		7	5	RXN
		3	6	RXP
		4	7	GND
1		7

7 1

5

•• ARAID 0 or RAID 1 configuration requires at least two hard drives. If more than two hard drives

are to be used, the total number of hard drives must be an even number.

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

•• A RAID 10 configuration requires four hard drives.

(Note) When a RAID set is built across the SATA 6Gb/s and SATA 3Gb/s channels, the system performance of the RAID set may vary depending on the devices being connected.

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8)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.

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SPEAK-

PWR-

Speaker

SPEAK+

PWR+

Power LED

CI+

Chassis

PW-

CI-

Intrusion Header

RES-

Power Switch

Reset

PW+

RES+

Switch

PLED-

HD-

Message/Power/

PLED+

HD+

Hard Drive

Sleep LED

Activity LED

2

1

•• PLED/PWR (Message/Power/Sleep LED):

System Status	LED
S0	On
S3/S4/S5	Off

Connects to the power status indicator on the chassis front panel. The LED is on when the system is operating. The LED is off when the system is in S3/ S4 sleep state or powered off (S5).

•• PW (Power Switch):

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

•• Speaker (Speaker):

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

•• HD (Hard Drive Activity LED):

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.

•• CI (Chassis Intrusion Header):

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

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

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9)F_AUDIO (Front Panel Audio Header)

The front panel audio header supports Intel High Definition audio (HD) andAC'97 audio. You may connect your chassis front panel audio module to this header. Make sure the wire assignments of the module connector match the pin assignments of the motherboard header. Incorrect connection between the module connector and the motherboard header will make the device unable to work or even damage it.

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

•• The front panel audio header supports HD audio by default. If your chassis provides an AC'97 front panel audio module, refer to the instructions on how to activate AC'97 functionality via the audio software in Chapter 5, "Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio."

•• Audio signals will be present on both of the front and back panel audio connections simultaneously. If you want to mute the back panel audio (only supported when using an HD front panel audio module), refer to Chapter 5, "Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio."

•• Some chassis provide a front panel audio module that has separated connectors on each wire instead of a single plug. For information about connecting the front panel audio module that has different wire assignments, please contact the chassis manufacturer.

10)F_USB1/F_USB2 (USB 2.0/1.1 Headers)

The headers conform to USB 2.0/1.1 specification. 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.	Definition
		1	Power (5V)
		2	Power (5V)
		3	USB DX-
9	1	4	USB DY-
10	2	5	USB DX+
		6	USB DY+
		7	GND
		8	GND
		9	No Pin
		10	NC

••	Do not plug the IEEE 1394 bracket (2x5-pin) cable into the USB 2.0/1.1 header.
••	Prior to installing the USB front panel, be sure to turn off your computer and unplug the power
	cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the USB front panel.
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11)F_USB30 (USB 3.0/2.0 Header)

The header conforms to USB 3.0/2.0 specification and can provide two USB ports. For purchasing the optional 3.5" front panel that provides two USB 3.0/2.0 ports, please contact the local dealer.

	1	10
	20	11
Pin No.	Definition	Pin No.	Definition
1	VBUS	11	D2+
2	SSRX1-	12	D2-
3	SSRX1+	13	GND
4	GND	14	SSTX2+
5	SSTX1-	15	SSTX2-
6	SSTX1+	16	GND
7	GND	17	SSRX2+
8	D1-	18	SSRX2-
9	D1+	19	VBUS
10	NC	20	No Pin

Prior to installing the USB front panel, be sure to turn off your computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the USB front panel.

12)COM (Serial Port Header)

The COM header can provide one serial port via an optional COM port cable. For purchasing the optional COM port cable, please contact the local dealer.

			Pin No.	Definition
			1	NDCD-
	9	1	2	NSIN
			3	NSOUT
	10	2
			4	NDTR-
			5	GND
			6	NDSR-
			7	NRTS-
			8	NCTS-
			9	NRI-
			10	No Pin

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13)LPT (Parallel Port Header)

The LPT header can provide one parallel port via an optional LPT port cable. For purchasing the optional LPT port cable, please contact the local dealer.

	25		1
	26		2
Pin No.	Definition	Pin No.	Definition
1	STB-	14	GND
2	AFD-	15	PD6
3	PD0	16	GND
4	ERR-	17	PD7
5	PD1	18	GND
6	INIT-	19	ACK-
7	PD2	20	GND
8	SLIN-	21	BUSY
9	PD3	22	GND
10	GND	23	PE
11	PD4	24	No Pin
12	GND	25	SLCT
13	PD5	26	GND

14)CLR_CMOS (Clear CMOS Jumper)

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

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

Open: Normal

Short: Clear CMOS Values

•• Always turn off your computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before clearing the CMOS values.

•• After system restart, go to BIOS Setup to load factory defaults (select Load Optimized Defaults) or manuallyconfiguretheBIOSsettings(refertoChapter2,"BIOSSetup,"forBIOSconfigurations).

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Chapter 2 BIOS Setup

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 configuration 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 configuration 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.

For instructions on using the Q-Flash and @BIOS utilities, refer to Chapter 4, "BIOS Update Utilities."

•• Because BIOS flashing is potentially risky, if you do not encounter problems using the current version of BIOS, it is recommended that you not flash the BIOS. To flash the BIOS, do it with caution. Inadequate BIOS flashing 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.)

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2-1 Startup Screen

The following startup Logo screen will appear when the computer boots.

Function Keys

Function Keys:

<DEL>: BIOS SETUP\Q-FLASH

Press the <Delete> key to enter BIOS Setup or to access the Q-Flash utility in BIOS Setup.

<F9>: SYSTEM INFORMATION

Press the <F9> key to display your system information.

<F12>: BOOT MENU

Boot Menu allows you to set the first boot device without entering BIOS Setup. In Boot Menu, use the up arrow key <h> or the down arrow key <i> to select the first boot device, then press <Enter> to accept.

The system will boot from the device immediately.

Note: The setting in Boot Menu is effective for one time only. After system restart, the device boot order will still be based on BIOS Setup settings.

<END>: Q-FLASH

Press the <End> key to access the Q-Flash utility directly without having to enter BIOS Setup first.

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