GIGABYTE GA-MA790GPT-UD3H User Manual

GA-MA790GPT-UD3H

AM3 socket motherboard for AMD Phenom™ II processor/AMD Athlon™ II processor

User's Manual

Rev. 1002

12ME-MA79PT3-1002R

Jul. 3, 2009

GA-MA790GPT-UD3H

Motherboard

Jul. 3, 2009

Motherboard

GA-MA790GPT-UD3H

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 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 instructions on how to use GIGABYTE's unique features, read or download the information on/from the Support&Downloads\Motherboard\Technology Guide page on our website.

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Identifying Your Motherboard Revision

The revision number on your motherboard looks like this: "REV: X.X." For example, "REV: 1.0"

means the revision of the motherboard is 1.0. Check your motherboard revision before updating

motherboard BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical information.

Example:

Table of Contents

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

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

GA-MA790GPT-UD3H Motherboard Layout ...................................................................7

Block Diagram .................................................................................................................8

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

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

1-2 Product Specications .................................................................................... 10

1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler ............................................................... 13

1-3-1 Installing the CPU ...................................................................................................13

1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler .......................................................................................15

1-4 Installing the Memory ..................................................................................... 16

1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Conguration .....................................................................16

1-4-2 Installing a Memory ...............................................................................................17

1-5 Installing an Expansion Card ......................................................................... 18

1-6 Setup of the ATI CrossFireX™ Conguration .................................................. 19

1-7 Setup of the ATI Hybrid CrossFireX™ Conguration ....................................... 20

1-8 Back Panel Connectors .................................................................................. 21

1-9 Internal Connectors ........................................................................................ 24

Chapter 2 BIOS Setup ..................................................................................................35

2-1 Startup Screen ............................................................................................... 36

2-2 The Main Menu .............................................................................................. 37

2-3 MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) ........................................................................ 39

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

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

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

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

2-8 PnP/PCI Congurations ................................................................................. 55

2-9 PC Health Status ............................................................................................ 56

2-10 Load Fail-Safe Defaults .................................................................................. 58

2-11 Load Optimized Defaults ................................................................................ 58

2-12 Set Supervisor/User Password ...................................................................... 59

2-13 Save & Exit Setup .......................................................................................... 60

2-14 Exit Without Saving ........................................................................................ 60

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

4-4 Easy Energy Saver ........................................................................................ 73

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

4-6 Time Repair .................................................................................................... 76

Chapter 5 Appendix ......................................................................................................77

5-1 Conguring SATA Hard Drive(s) ..................................................................... 77

5-1-1 Conguring the Onboard SATA Controller ............................................................77

5-1-2 Making a SATA RAID/AHCI Driver Diskette ............................................................83

5-1-3 Installing the SATA RAID/AHCI Driver and Operating System ...............................84

5-2 Conguring Audio Input and Output ............................................................... 88

5-2-1 Conguring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio ...................................................................88

5-2-2 Conguring S/PDIF In/Out ......................................................................................90

5-2-3 Enabling the Dolby Home Theater Function ...........................................................92

5-2-4 Conguring Microphone Recording ........................................................................93

5-2-5 Using the Sound Recorder .....................................................................................95

5-3 Troubleshooting.............................................................................................. 96

5-3-1 Frequently Asked Questions ..................................................................................96

5-3-2 Troubleshooting Procedure ....................................................................................97

5-4 Regulatory Statements ................................................................................... 99

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Box Contents

GA-MA790GPT-UD3H motherboard

Motherboard driver disk

User's Manual

Quick Installation Guide

One IDE cable

Two SATA 3Gb/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.

• The motherboard image is for reference only.

Optional Items

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

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

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

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

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

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

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GA-MA790GPT-UD3H Motherboard Layout

KB_USB

VGA_DVI

HDMI

OPTICAL

USB_1394

USB_LAN

AUDIO

RTL8111C

CODEC

ATX_12V_2X4

F_AUDIO

NB_FAN

CD_IN

SPDIF_IN

IT8718

SPDIF_OUT

PCI1

PCI2

COM

PCIEX1_1

PCIEX1_2

PCIEX1_3

CPU_FAN

PCIEX16_1

PCIEX8_1

790GX

CLR_CMOS

Socket AM3

AMD

GA-MA790GPT-UD3H

BATTERY

F_USB2

F_USB1

SidePort

Meory

F_USB3

TSB43AB23

SYS_FAN2

DDR3_1

DDR3_2

AMD SB750

DDR3_3

SATA2_4 SATA2_5

SATA2_2 SATA2_3

ATX

PWR_FAN

IDE

DDR3_4

M_BIOS

B_BIOS

SYS_FAN1

SATA2_1SATA2_0

F_PANEL

FDD

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F_1394_1

F_1394_2 PWR_LED

Block Diagram

1 PCI Express x16

(Note 1)

2 PCI Express x8

(Note 1)

CPU CLK+/- (200 MHz)

AM3 CPU

PCIe CLK (100 MHz)

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

Dual Channel Memory

Hyper Transport 3.0

GFX CLK (100 MHz)

Switch

PCI Express Bus

PCIe CLK

(100 MHz)

3 PCI Express x1

x1x1x1

x16

AMD 790GX

RTL8111C

RJ45

LAN

D-Sub

DVI-D or

(Note 2)

HDMI

DDR3 SidePort

Memory

12 USB Ports

6 SATA 3Gb/s

LPC

Bus

Dual BIOS

IT8718

Floppy

COM Port

ATA-133/100/66/33 IDE Channel

PCI Bus

TSB43AB23

AMD SB750

CODEC

PS/2 KB or Mouse

3 IEEE 1394a

MIC

Line In

Line Out

S/PDIF In

S/PDIF Out

2 PCI

Side Speaker Out

Surround Speaker Out

PCI CLK

(33 MHz)

(Note 1) For optimum performance, if only one PCI Express graphics card is to be installed, be sure to install it in the

PCIEX16_1 slot. The PCIEX8_1 slot shares bandwidth with the PCIEX16_1 slot. When PCIEX8_1 is populated with a PCI Express graphics card, the PCIEX16_1 slot will operate at up to x8 mode.

(Note 2) Simultaneous output for DVI-D and HDMI is not supported.

Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out

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Chapter 1 Hardware Installation

1-1 Installation Precautions

The motherboard contains numerous delicate electronic circuits and components which can

become damaged as a result of electrostatic discharge (ESD). Prior to installation, carefully read

the user's manual and follow these procedures:

• Prior to installation, do not remove or break motherboard S/N (Serial Number) sticker or

warranty sticker provided by your dealer. These stickers are required for warranty validation.

• Always remove the AC power by unplugging the power cord from the power outlet before

installing or removing the motherboard or other hardware components.

• When connecting hardware components to the internal connectors on the motherboard,

make sure they are connected tightly and securely.

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

• It is best to wear an electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap when handling electronic com-

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

keep your hands dry and rst touch a metal object to eliminate static electricity.

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

electrostatic shielding container.

• Before unplugging the power supply cable from the motherboard, make sure the power sup-

ply has been turned off.

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

the local voltage standard.

• Before using the product, please verify that all cables and power connectors of your hard-

ware components are connected.

• To prevent damage to the motherboard, do not allow screws to come in contact with the

motherboard circuit or its components.

• Make sure there are no leftover screws or metal components placed on the motherboard or

within the computer casing.

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

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

• Turning on the computer power during the installation process can lead to damage to sys-

tem components as well as physical harm to the user.

• If you are uncertain about any installation steps or have a problem related to the use of the

product, please consult a certied computer technician.

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1-2 Product Specications

CPU  Support for AM3 processors: AMD Phenom™ II processor/ AMD Athlon™ II processor/ (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.)

Hyper Transport Bus  5200 MT/s

Chipset



Memory  4 x 1.5V DDR3 DIMM sockets supporting up to 16 GB of system memory  Dual channel memory architecture  Support for DDR3 1666(O.C.)/1333/1066 MHz memory modules  (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest memory support list.)

Intergrated Memory  128 MB DDR3 SidePort memory

Onboard Graphics  Integrated in the North Bridge:

- 1 x D-Sub port

- 1 x DVI-D port

- 1 x HDMI port

Audio

   

High Denition Audio 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel  Support for Dolby® Home Theater

     

LAN  1 x RTL8111C chip (10/100/1000 Mbit)

Expansion Slots  1 x PCI Express x16 slot, running at x16 (PCIEX16_1)  1 x PCI Express x16 slot, running at x8 (PCIEX8_1) (The PCIEX16_1 and PCIEX8_1 slots support ATI CrossFireX™, ATI Hybrid CrossFireX™ technology and conform to PCI Express 2.0 standard.)  3 x PCI Express x1 slots  2 x PCI slots

Storage Interface  South Bridge:

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

- 6 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors supporting up to 6 SATA 3Gb/s devices

- Support for SATA RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 10, and JBOD  iTE IT8718 chip:

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

USB  Integrated in the South Bridge  Up to 12 USB 2.0/1.1 ports (6 on the back panel, 6 via the USB brackets connected to the internal USB headers)

IEEE 1394  T.I. TSB43AB23 chip

 Up to 3 IEEE 1394a ports (1 on the back panel, 2 via the IEEE 1394a brackets connected to the internal IEEE 1394a headers)

 North Bridge: AMD 790GX



 South Bridge: AMD SB750



Realtek ALC889A codec

Support for S/PDIF In/Out

Support for CD In

(Note 1)

(Note 2) (Note 3)

(Note 3)

(Note 4)

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Internal  1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector Connectors  1 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector  1 x oppy disk drive connector  1 x IDE connector  6 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors  1 x CPU fan header  2 x system fan headers  1 x power fan header  1 x North Bridge fan header  1 x front panel header  1 x front panel audio header  1 x CD In connector  1 x S/PDIF In header  1 x S/PDIF Out header  3 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers  2 x IEEE 1394a headers  1 x serial port header  1 x power LED header  1 x chassis intrusion header  1 x clearing CMOS jumper

Back Panel  1 x PS/2 keyboard port or PS/2 mouse port Connectors  1 x D-Sub port  1 x DVI-D port  1 x HDMI port

(Note 2) (Note 3)

(Note 3)

 1 x optical S/PDIF Out connector  1 x IEEE 1394a port  6 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports  1 x RJ-45 port  6 x audio jacks (Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out/Rear Speaker Out/ Side Speaker Out/Line In/Line Out/Microphone)

I/O Controller  iTE IT8718 chip

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

(Note 5)

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BIOS  2 x 8 Mbit ash  Use of licensed AWARD BIOS  Support for DualBIOS

™

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

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

(Note 6)

 Support for Easy Energy Saver  Support for Time Repair  Support for Q-Share

Bundled Software  Norton Internet Security (OEM version)

Operating System  Support for Microsoft® Windows® Vista/XP

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

(Note 1) Due to Windows Vista/XP 32-bit operating system limitation, when more than 4 GB of physical

memory is installed, the actual memory size displayed will be less than 4 GB. (Note 2) The DVI-D port does not support D-Sub connection by adapter. (Note 3) Simultaneous output for DVI-D and HDMI is not supported. (Note 4) For optimum performance, if only one PCI Express graphics card is to be installed, be sure to install

it in the PCIEX16_1 slot. The PCIEX8_1 slot shares bandwidth with the PCIEX16_1 slot. When

PCIEX8_1 is populated with a PCI Express graphics card, the PCIEX16_1 slot will operate at up to

x8 mode. (Note 5) Whether the CPU/system fan speed control function is supported will depend on the CPU/system

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

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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 dam-

age of the CPU may occur.

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

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

1-3-1 Installing the CPU

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

A Smal l Triangle Mark

Denotes Pin One of the

Socket

AM3 Socket

A Small Triangle Marking

Denotes CPU Pin One

AM3 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.

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

CPU orientation if this occurs.

Step 1:

CPU Socket Locking Lever

Completely lift up the CPU socket locking lever.

Step 2: Align the CPU pin one (small triangle marking) with the triangle mark on the CPU socket and gently insert the CPU into the socket. Make

sure that the CPU pins t perfectly into their holes. Once the CPU is positioned into its socket, place one nger down on the middle of the

CPU, lowering the locking lever and latching it into the fully locked position.

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1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler

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

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

Step 3: Hook the CPU cooler clip to the mounting lug on one side of the retention frame. On the other side,push straight down on the the CPU cooler clip to hook it to the mounting lug on the retention frame.

Step 5: Finally, attach the power connector of the CPU cooler to the CPU fan header (CPU_FAN) on the motherboard.

Step 2: Place the CPU cooler on the CPU.

Step 4: Turn the cam handle from the left side to the right side (as the picture above shows) to lock into place. (Refer to your CPU cooler installation manual for instructions on installing the cooler.)

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 memory support list.)

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

• Memory modules have a foolproof design. A memory module can be installed in only one direction. If you are unable to insert the memory, switch the direction.

1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Conguration

This motherboard provides four DDR3 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. After the memory is installed, the BIOS will automatically detect the specications and capacity of the memory. Enabling Dual Channel memory mode will double the original memory bandwidth.

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

Channel 0: DDR3_1, DDR3_3 Channel 1: DDR3_2, DDR3_4

DDR3_1

DDR3_2

Dual Channel Memory Congurations Table

Two Modules

Four Modules

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

DDR3_3

DDR3_4

DDR3_1 DDR3_2 DDR3_3 DDR3_4

DS/SS DS/SS - - - -

- - - - DS/SS DS/SS

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

If two memory modules are to be installed, it is recommended that you install them in the DDR3_1 and DDR3_2 sockets.

Due to CPU limitations, read the following guidelines before installing the memory in Dual Channel mode.

1. Dual Channel mode cannot be enabled if only one DDR3 memory module is installed.

2. When enabling Dual Channel mode with two or four memory modules, it is recommended that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used and installed in the same colored DDR3 sockets 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

A DDR3 memory module has a notch, so it can only t in one direction. Follow the steps below to correctly

install your memory modules in the memory sockets.

Step 1: Note the orientation of the memory module. Spread the retaining clips at both ends of the memory socket. Place the memory module on the socket. As indicated in the picture on the left, place your ngers on the top edge of the memory, push down on the memory and insert it vertically into the memory socket.

Step 2: The clips at both ends of the socket will snap into place when the memory module is securely inserted.

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1-5 Installing an Expansion Card

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

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

with your expansion card.

• Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing

an expansion card to prevent hardware damage.

PCI Express x1 Slot

PCI Express x16 Slot (PCIEX16_1)

PCI Express x16 Slot (PCIEX8_1)

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 from the PCIEX16_1 slot:

Gently push back on the

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

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• Removing the Card from the PCIEX8_1 slot:

Press the white latch at

the end of the slot to release the card and then lift the card straight out from the slot.

1-6 Setup of the ATI CrossFireX™ Conguration

A. System Requirements

- Windows Vista or Windows XP operating system

- A CrossFireX-supported motherboard with two PCI Express x16 slots and correct driver

- Two CrossFireX-ready graphics cards of identical brand and chip and correct driver

- Two CrossFire bridge connectors

- A power supply with sufcient power is recommended (Refer to the manual of your graphics cards for

the power requirement)

B. Connecting the Graphics Cards

Step 1: Observe the steps in "1-5 Installing an Expansion Card" and install two CrossFireX graphics cards on the PCI Express x16 slots.

(Note)

Step 2: Insert the CrossFire bridge connectors in the CrossFireX gold edge connectors on top of the two cards.

Step 3: Plug the display cable into the graphics card on the PCIEX16_1 slot.

C. Conguring the Graphics Card Driver

After installing the graphics card driver in the operating system, go to the ATI Catalyst Control Center. Browse to the CrossFireX menu and ensure the Enable CrossFireX™ check box is selected.

(Note)

(Note) The bridge connectors may be needed or not depending on your graphics cards.

Procedure and driver screen for enabling CrossFireX technology may differ by graphics cards. Refer to the manual that came with your graphics cards for more information about enabling CrossFireX technology.

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1-7 Setup of the ATI Hybrid CrossFireX™ Conguration

Combining the onboard GPU with a discrete graphics card, ATI Hybrid CrossFireX can provide signicantly advanced display performance for AMD platform. This section give instructions on conguring an ATI Hybrid

CrossFireX system.

A. System Requirements

- Windows Vista or Windows XP

- An ATI Hybrid CrossFireX-supported motherboard and correct driver

- An ATI Hybrid CrossFireX-supported graphics card

(Note 1)

operating system

(Note 2)

B. Connecting the Graphics Cards

Step 1: Observe the steps in "1-5 Installing an Expansion Card" and install an ATI Hybrid CrossFireX-supported graphics card on the PCI Express slot.

Step 2: Plug the display cable into the onboard graphics port on the back panel.

C. BIOS Setup

Enter BIOS Setup to set the following items under the Advanced BIOS Features menu:

- Set Internal Graphics Mode to UMA+SidePort.

- Set UMA Frame Buffer Size to 256MB or 512MB.

- Set Surround View to Disabled.

- Set Init Display First to OnChipVGA.

(Note 3)

D. Conguring the Graphics Driver

After installing the motherboard driver in the operating system, go to the ATI Catalyst™ Control Center. Select CrossFire™ on the

Graphics menu on the upper left corner and ensure the Enable CrossFire™ check box is selected.

(Note 1) For Windows XP, you must install AMD chipset driver version 8.51 or later. (Note 2) You do not have to install the graphics card driver if the motherboard chipset driver has been in-

stalled.

(Note 3) To change the Internal Graphics Mode or UMA Frame Buffer Size setting in BIOS Setup, be sure

to disable the CrossFire function in the operating system rst.

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1-8 Back Panel Connectors

(Note 1) (Note 2)

(Note 2)

USB Port

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

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

PS/2 Keyboard or PS/2 Mouse Port

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

D-Sub Port

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

to this port.

DVI-D Port

The DVI-D port supports DVI-D specictation. Connect a monitor that supports DVI-D connection to this

port.

HDMI Port

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

the uncompressed audio/video signals and is HDCP compliant. Connect the HDMI audio/video device to this port. The HDMI Technology can support a maximum resolution of 1920x1080p but the actual resolutions supported depend on the monitor being used.

• After installing the HDMI device, make sure the default device for sound playback is the HDMI device. (The item name may differ by operating system. The following screen is from Windows Vista.)

• Please note the HDMI audio output only supports AC3, DTS and 2-channel-LPCM formats. (AC3 and DTS require the use of an external decoder for decoding.)

In Windows Vista, select Start>Control Panel>Sound, select Realtek

HDMI Output and then click Set Default.

(Note 1) The DVI-D port does not support D-Sub connection by adapter. (Note 2) Simultaneous output for DVI-D and HDMI is not supported.

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A. Dual Display Congurations:

This motherboard provides three ports for video output: DVI-D, HDMI and D-Sub. The table below shows the

supported dual display congurations.

Dual Display

Combination Supported or Not DVI-D + D-Sub Yes DVI-D + HDMI No HDMI + D-Sub Yes

B. Playback of HD DVD and Blu-ray Discs:

In order to get better playback quality, when playing the HD DVD or Blu-ray discs, refer to the recommended system requirements (or better) below.

• Memory: Two 1 GB DDR3 1066 MHz memory modules with dual channel mode enabled

• BIOS Setup: At least 256 MB of UMA Frame Buffer Size (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Advanced BIOS Features," for more information)

• Playback software: CyberLink PowerDVD 8.0 or later (Note: Please ensure Hardware Acceleration is enabled.)

• HDCP compliant monitor(s)

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.

IEEE 1394a Port

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

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

RJ-45 LAN Port

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

scribes the states of the LAN port LEDs.

Connection/ Speed LED

LAN Port

Activity LED

Connection/Speed LED:

State Description

Orange 1 Gbps data rate

Green 100 Mbps data rate

Off 10 Mbps data rate

Activity LED:

State Description

Blinking Data transmission or receiving is occurring

Off No data transmission or receiving is occurring

• When removing the cable connected to a back panel connector, rst remove the cable from your

device and then remove it from the motherboard.

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

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Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out Jack (Orange)

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

Rear Speaker Out Jack (Black)

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

Side Speaker Out Jack (Gray)

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

Line In Jack (Blue)

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

Line Out Jack (Green)

The default line out jack. Use this audio jack for a headphone or 2-channel speaker. This jack can be

used to connect front speakers in a 4/5.1/7.1-channel audio conguration.

Mic In Jack (Pink)

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

In addition to the default speakers settings, the ~ audio jacks can be recongured to perform different functions via the audio software. Only microphones still MUST be connected to the default Mic in jack ( ). Refer to the instructions on setting up a 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel audio con-

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

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1-9 Internal Connectors

123 5

21 13

20 14

15 16

18 7

1) ATX_12V_2X4

2) ATX

3) CPU_FAN

4) SYS_FAN1/SYS_FAN2

5) PWR_FAN

6) NB_FAN

7) FDD

8) IDE

9) SATA2_0/1/2/3/4/5

10) PWR_LED

11) F_PANEL

114 10

12) F_AUDIO

13) CD_IN

14) SPDIF_IN

15) SPDIF_OUT

16) F_USB1/F_USB2/F_USB3

17) F_1394_1/F_1394_2

18) COM

19) CI

20) CLR_CMOS

21) BATTERY

Read the following guidelines before connecting external devices:

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

• Before installing the devices, be sure to turn off the devices and your computer. Unplug the

power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the devices.

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

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1/2) ATX_12V_2X4/ATX (2x4 12V Power Connector and 2x12 Main Power Connector)

With the use of the power connector, the power supply can supply enough stable power to all the com-

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

is turned off and all devices are properly installed. The power connector possesses a foolproof design. Connect the power supply cable to the power connector in the correct orientation. The 12V power connector mainly supplies power to the CPU. If the 12V power connector is not connected, the computer will not start.

• 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.

• The power connectors are compatible with power supplies with 2x2 12V and 2x10 power connectors. When using a power supply providing a 2x4 12V and a 2x12 power connector, remove the protective covers from the 12V power connector and the main power connector on the motherboard. Do not insert the power supply cables into pins under the protective covers when using a power supply providing a 2x2 12V and a 2x10 power connector.

ATX_12V_2X4:

ATX_12V_2X4

Pin No. Denition

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

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

3 GND

4 GND

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

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

7 +12V

8 +12V

ATX

ATX:

2412

131

Pin No. Denition

1 3.3V

2 3.3V

3 GND

4 +5V

5 GND

6 +5V

7 GND

8 Power Good

9 5VSB (stand by +5V)

10 +12V

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

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

Pin No. Denition

13 3.3V

14 -12V

15 GND

16 PS_ON (soft On/Off)

17 GND

18 GND

19 GND

20 -5V

21 +5V

22 +5V

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

24 GND (Only for 2x12-pin ATX)

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

The motherboard has a 4-pin CPU fan header (CPU_FAN), a 3-pin (SYS_FAN2) and a 4-pin (SYS_

FAN1) system fan headers, and a 3-pin power fan header (PWR_FAN). Most fan headers possess a foolproof insertion design. When connecting a fan cable, be sure to connect it in the correct orientation (the black connector wire is the ground wire). The motherboard supports CPU fan speed control, which requires the use of a CPU fan with fan speed control design. For optimum heat dissipation, it is recommended that a system fan be installed inside the chassis.

CPU_FAN

SYS_FAN1

PWR_FANSYS_FAN2

CPU_FAN:

Pin No. Denition

1 GND

2 +12V / Speed Control

3 Sense

4 Speed Control

SYS_FAN1:

Pin No. Denition

1 GND

2 +12V / Speed Control

3 Sense

4 Reserve

SYS_FAN2/PWR_FAN:

Pin No. Denition

1 GND

2 +12V

3 Sense

6) NB_FAN (North Bridge Fan Header)

Connect the North Bridge fan cable to this header. The fan header has a foolproof insertion design.

When connecting a fan cable, be sure to connect it in the correct orientation. Most fans are designed with color-coded power connector wires. A red power connector wire indicates a positive connection and requires a +12V voltage. The black connector wire is the ground wire.

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

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

headers.

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Pin No. Denition

1 GND

2 +12V

3 NC

7) FDD (Floppy Disk Drive Connector)

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

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

8) IDE (IDE Connector)

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

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

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

instructions from the device manufacturers.)

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8) SATA2_0/1/2/3/4/5 (SATA 3Gb/s Connectors, Controlled by AMD SB750)

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 AMD SB750 controller supports RAID 0, RAID 1,

RAID 5, RAID 10, and JBOD. Refer to Chapter 5, "Conguring SATA Hard Drive(s)," for instructions on conguring a RAID array.

SATA2_4SATA2_2

7 1

SATA2_5SATA2_3

1 7

SATA2_0 SATA2_1

Please connect the L-shaped end of the SATA 3 Gb/s cable to your SATA hard drive.

• A RAID 0 or RAID 1 conguration 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.

• A RAID 5 conguration requires at least three hard drives. (The total number of hard drives

does not have to be an even number.)

• A RAID 10 conguration requires at least four hard drives and the total number of hard drives

must be an even number.

Pin No. Denition

1 GND

2 TXP

3 TXN

4 GND

5 RXN

6 RXP

7 GND

10) PWR_LED (System Power LED Header)

This header can be used to connect a system power LED on the chassis to indicate system power

status. 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).

Pin No. Denition

1 MPD+

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2 MPD-

3 MPD-

System Status LED

S0 On

S1 Blinking

S3/S4/S5 Off

11) F_PANEL (Front Panel Header)

Connect the power switch, reset switch, speaker and system status indicator on the chassis front panel

to this header according to the pin assignments below. Note the positive and negative pins before connecting the cables.

Message/Power/

Sleep LED

2 1

Hard Drive

Activity LED

MSG+HD+

MSG-HD-

Power Switch

PW+RES-

Reset Switch

PW-RES+

Speaker

SPEAK+

SPEAK-

20 19

• MSG (Message/Power/Sleep LED, Yellow):

System Status LED

S0 On

S1 Blinking

S3/S4/S5 Off

Connects to the power status indicator on the chassis front panel. The LED

is on when the system is operating. The LED keeps blinking when the system is in S1 sleep state. The LED is off when the system is in S3/S4 sleep state or powered off (S5).

• PW (Power Switch, Red):

Connects to the power switch on the chassis front panel. You may congure the way to turn off your

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

• SPEAK (Speaker, Orange): Connects to the speaker on the chassis front panel. The system reports system startup status by is-

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

• HD (Hard Drive Activity LED, Blue) Connects to the hard drive activity LED on the chassis front panel. The LED is on when the hard drive

is reading or writing data.

• RES (Reset Switch, Green): Connects to the reset switch on the chassis front panel. Press the reset switch to restart the computer

if the computer freezes and fails to perform a normal restart.

• NC (Purple): No connection

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

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12) F_AUDIO (Front Panel Audio Header)

The front panel audio header supports Intel High Denition audio (HD) and AC'97 audio. You may connect

your chassis front panel audio module to this header. Make sure the wire assignments of the module connector match the pin assignments of the motherboard header. Incorrect connection between the module connector and the motherboard header will make the device unable to work or even damage it.

For HD Front Panel Audio: For AC'97 Front Panel Audio:

Pin No. Denition

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

• The front panel audio header supports HD audio by default. If your chassis provides an AC'97 front panel audio module, refer to the instructions on how to activate AC'97 functionality via

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

• Audio signals will be present on both of the front and back panel audio connections simultaneously. If you want to mute the back panel audio (only supported when using an HD front panel

audio module), refer to Chapter 5, "Conguring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio."

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

Pin No. Denition

1 MIC

2 GND

3 MIC Power

4 NC

5 Line Out (R)

6 NC

7 NC

8 No Pin

9 Line Out (L)

10 NC

13) CD_IN (CD In Connector)

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

Pin No. Denition

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1 CD-L

2 GND

3 GND

4 CD-R

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