GA-X79-UD7
User's Manual
Rev. 1001
12M E-X79U D7-1001R
Motherboard
GA-X79-UD7
Oct. 28, 2011
Oct. 28, 2011
Motherboard
GA-X79-UD7
Copyright
© 2011 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. No part of this manual may be reproduced, copied, translated, transmitted, or
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Documentation Classications
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:
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Table of Contents
Box Contents ...................................................................................................................6
Optional Items .................................................................................................................6
GA-X79-UD7 Motherboard Layout
..................................................................................7
GA-X79-UD7 Motherboard Block Diagram .....................................................................8
Chapter 1 Hardware Installation .....................................................................................9
1-1 Installation Precautions .................................................................................... 9
1-2 Product Specications ................................................................................... 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 4 Channel Memory Conguration.........................................................................16
1-4-2 Installing a Memory ...............................................................................................17
1-5 Installing an Expansion Card ......................................................................... 18
1-6 Setting up AMD CrossFireX™/NVIDIA SLI Conguration .............................. 19
1-7 Back Panel Connectors .................................................................................. 20
1-8 Onboard Buttons ............................................................................................22
1-9 Internal Connectors ........................................................................................ 24
Chapter 2 BIOS Setup ..................................................................................................35
2-1 Startup Screen ............................................................................................... 36
2-2 The Main Menu .............................................................................................. 37
2-3 M.I.T. .............................................................................................................. 39
2-4 System ........................................................................................................... 52
2-5 BIOS Features ...............................................................................................53
2-6 Peripherals ..................................................................................................... 55
2-7 Power Management .......................................................................................58
2-8 Save & Exit Setup .......................................................................................... 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
3-7 New Utilities ...................................................................................................64
Chapter 4 Unique Features ...........................................................................................65
4-1 Xpress Recovery2 .......................................................................................... 65
4-2 BIOS Update Utilities .....................................................................................68
4-2-1 Updating the BIOS with the Q-Flash Utility .......................................................... 68
4-2-2 Updating the BIOS with the @BIOS Utility ............................................................71
4-3 EasyTune 6 ....................................................................................................72
4-4 Q-Share ......................................................................................................... 73
4-5 Smart 6™ ....................................................................................................... 74
4-6 eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D) .......................................................................... 78
4-7 Cloud OC ....................................................................................................... 79
4-8 TouchBIOS.....................................................................................................80
Chapter 5 Appendix ......................................................................................................81
5-1 Conguring SATA Hard Drive(s) .................................................................... 81
5-1-1 Conguring Intel X79 SATA Controllers ................................................................81
5-1-2 Conguring Marvell 88SE9172 SATA Controllers .................................................87
5-1-3 Installing the SATA RAID/AHCI Driver and Operating System .............................93
5-2 Conguring Audio Input and Output ............................................................100
5-2-1 Conguring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio ............................................................... 100
5-2-2 Conguring S/PDIF Out .......................................................................................102
5-2-3 Enabling the Dolby Home Theater Function .......................................................103
5-2-4 Conguring Microphone Recording .....................................................................104
5-2-5 Using the Sound Recorder ................................................................................. 106
5-3 Troubleshooting ........................................................................................... 107
5-3-1 Frequently Asked Questions ...............................................................................107
5-3-2 Troubleshooting Procedure .................................................................................108
5-4 Debug LED Codes ........................................................................................110
5-5 Regulatory Statements .................................................................................114
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Box Contents
GA-X79-UD7 motherboard
Motherboard driver disk
User's Manual
Quick Installation Guide
Four SATA cables
I/O Shield
One 2-Way SLI bridge connector
One 3-Way SLI bridge connector
One 4-Way SLI bridge connector
One 2-Way CrossFireX bridge connector
Seven voltage measurement cables
3.5" Front Panel with 2 USB 3.0/2.0 ports
One GC-WIFI
Optional Items
2-port USB 2.0 bracket (Part No. 12CR1-1UB030-5*R)
2-port SATA power cable (Part No. 12CF1-2SERPW-0*R)
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.
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GA-X79-UD7 Motherboard Layout
(Note) For debug code information, please refer to Chapter 5.
_
+
_
+
KB_USB_MS
CPU_FAN
ATX_12V_2X
ATX
F_AUDIO
AUDIO
B_BIOS
PCIEX8_2
DDR3_1
DDR3_3
BAT
Marvell
88SE9172
FAN3
Intel
®
X79
CLR_CMOS
FAN1
M_BIOS
PCIEX8_1
PCIEX_1
SPDIF_O F_USB2
LGA2011
GA-X79-UD7
PW_SW
HS
R_USB30
R_USB2
USB_LAN
iTE IT8728
CODEC
F_USB1
PCIEX1_2
FAN4 F_USB3TPM
Fresco
FL1009
F_PANEL
PCIEX16_1
R_USB1
ATX_12V_2X1
FAN6
FAN5
PCIEX16_2
PCIEX1_3
Fresco
FL1009
RATIO_UP
J1 VCORE
J2 QPIVTT
J3 DDR_15V_A
J4 DDR_15V_B
J6 VCCSA
J7 CPU_PLL
J5 DDRVTT
RATIO_DW
FREQ_UP
FREQ_DW
Gear
RST_SW
FAN2
F_USB30
Debug LED
(Note)
ATX4P1
Marvell
88SE9172
ATX4P4
SATA3
1
0
SATA2
GSATA3
7
6
GSATA3
9
8
Intel
®
GbE LAN
DDR3_4
DDR3_2
2nd System Thermal Sensor
1st System Thermal
Sensor
3rd System Thermal
Sensor
_
+
_
+
3
2
SATA2
5
4
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GA-X79-UD7 Motherboard Block Diagram
PS/2 KB/Mouse
LGA2011 CPU
DMI 2.0
Intel® X79
IT8728
CPU CLK+/- (100 MHz)
4 SATA 3Gb/s
Dual BIOS
LPC
Bus
DDR3 2133/1866/1600/1333/1066 MHz
PCI Express Bus
PCI Express Bus
PCIe CLK
(100 MHz)
PCIe CLK
(100 MHz)
x1
x1
LAN
RJ45
Intel GbE LAN phy
Marvell
88SE9172
2 SATA 6Gb/s
PCI Express Bus
PCIe CLK
(100 MHz)
Switch
x8
x16
1 PCI Express x16
2 PCI Express x8
or
x1
2 SATA 6Gb/s
14 USB 2.0/1.1
Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out
Line Out
MIC
Line In
S/PDIF Out
Side Speaker Out
Surround Speaker Out
CODEC
x16 x8
1 PCI
Express x8
1 PCI
Express x16
x1
2 USB 3.0/2.0
Fresco
FL1009
x1
2 USB 3.0/2.0
Fresco
FL1009
PCI Express Bus
3 PCI Express x1
x1x1 x1
PCIe CLK
(100 MHz)
2 SATA 6Gb/s
Marvell
88SE9172
4 Channel Memory
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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 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 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
Hardware Installation - 10 -
1-2 Product Specications
CPU Support for Intel
®
Core™ i7 processors in the LGA2011 package
(Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.)
L3 cache varies with CPU
Chipset Intel
®
X79 Express Chipset
Memory 4 x 1.5V DDR3 DIMM sockets supporting up to 32 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.
4 channel memory architecture
Support for DDR3 2133/1866/1600/1333/1066 MHz memory modules
Support for non-ECC memory modules
Support for Extreme Memory Prole (XMP) memory modules
(Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory
modules.)
Audio Realtek ALC898 codec
High Denition Audio
2/4/5.1/7.1-channel
Support for Dolby
®
Home Theater
Support for S/PDIF Out
LAN 1 x Intel GbE LAN phy (10/100/1000 Mbit)
Expansion Slots 2 x PCI Express x16 slots, running at x16 (PCIEX16_1, PCIEX16_2)
* For optimum performance, if only one PCI Express graphics card is to be installed,
be sure to install it in the PCIEX16 slot.
2 x PCI Express x16 slot, running at x8 (PCIEX8_1, PCIEX8_2)
* The PCIEX8_2 slot shares bandwidth with the PCIEX16_2 slot. When the PCIEX8_2
slot is populated, the PCIEX16_2 slot will operate at up to x8 mode.
(All PCI Express x16 slots conform to PCI Express 3.0 standard.)
3 x PCI Express x1 slots
(All PCI Express x1 slots conform to PCI Express 2.0 standard.)
Multi-Graphics
Technology
Support for 4-Way/3-Way/2-Way AMD CrossFireX
™
/NVIDIA SLI technology
* The PCI EX16 slot s oper ate at up to x8 mode when 4-Way/3-Way AMD
CrossFireX™/NVIDIA SLI is enabled.
Storage Interface Chipset:
- 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.
2 x Marvell 88SE9172 chips:
- 4 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors (GSATA3 6/7/8/9) supporting up to 4 SATA
6Gb/s devices
- Support for SATA RAID 0 and RAID 1
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USB Chipset:
- Up to 14 USB 2.0/1.1 ports (8 ports on the back panel, 6 ports available
through the internal USB headers)
2 x Fresco FL1009 chips:
- Up to 4 USB 3.0/2.0 ports (2 ports on the back panel, 2 ports available through
the internal USB header)
Internal
Connectors
1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector
2 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connectors
2 x PCIe power connectors
6 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors
4 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors
1 x CPU fan header
6 x system fan headers
1 x front panel header
1 x front panel audio header
1 x S/PDIF Out header
3 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers
1 x USB 3.0/2.0 header
1 x Clear CMOS jumper
1 x power button
1 x reset button
1 x onboard voltage measurement module
1 x Gear button
1 x CPU BCLK Down button
1 x CPU BCLK Up button
1 x CPU Ratio Down button
1 x CPU Ratio Up button
1 x Trusted Platform Module (TPM) header
Back Panel
Connectors
1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse port
1 x CPU overclocking button
1 x BIOS switch button
1 x Clear CMOS button
8 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports
2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports
1 x RJ-45 port
1 x optical S/PDIF Out connector
5 x audio jacks (Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out, Rear Speaker Out, Side Speaker
Out, Line In, Mic In, Line Out)
Hardware Installation - 12 -
I/O Controller iTE IT8728 chip
Hardware
Monitor
System voltage detection
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 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 BIOS Rescue
Support for Download Center
Support for Xpress Install
Support for Xpress Recovery2
Support for EasyTune
* Available functions in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model.
Support for Smart 6
™
Support for eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D)
Support for ON/OFF Charge
Support for Cloud OC
Support for 3TB+ Unlock
Support for TouchBIOS
Support for Q-Share
Bundled
Software
Norton Internet Security (OEM version)
Operating
System
Support for Microsoft
®
Windows 7/Vista/XP
Form Factor XL-ATX Form Factor; 32.4cm x 25.3cm
(Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest chassis support list.)
* GIGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to the product specications and product-re lated information
without prior notice.
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1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler
1-3-1 Installing the CPU
A. Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the CPU.
Alignment Key
Alignment Key
LGA2011 CPU Socket
Pin One Corner of the CPU
Socket
LGA2011 CPU
Triangle Pin One Marking on
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.
Alignment Key
Alignment Key
Notch
Notch
Notch
Notch
Hardware Installation - 14 -
Step 1:
Push the lever closest to the "unlock" marking " "
(below referred as lever A) down and away from
the socket to release it.
Step 4:
Hold the CPU with your thumb and index ngers. Align
the CPU pin one marking (triangle) with the pin one
corner of the CPU socket (or align the CPU notches
with the socket alignment keys) and carefully insert
the CPU into the socket vertically.
Step 6:
Finally, secure lever A under its retention tab to
complete the installation of the CPU.
Step 5:
Once the CPU is properly inserted, carefully replace
the load plate. Then secure lever B under its retention
tab. 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 3:
Gently press lever A to allow the load plate to rise.
Open the load plate. (Note: DO NOT touch the
socket contacts after the load plate is opened.)
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 2:
Push the lever closest to the "lock" marking " "
(below referred as lever B) down and away from
the socket. Then lift the lever.
Lever A
Lever B
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1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler
Refer to the steps below to correctly install the CPU cooler on the motherboard. (Actual installation process
may differ depending the CPU cooler to be used. Refer to the user's manual for your CPU 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.
Step 1:
Apply an even and thin layer of thermal grease on
the surface of the installed CPU.
Step 2:
Place the cooler atop the CPU, aligning the four
mounting screws with the mounting holes on the
ILM. (If your cooler has a fan grill which may cause
interference when you tighten the screws, remove
it rst and replace it after tightening the screws.)
Step 3:
Use one hand to hold the cooler and the other to
tighten the screws in a diagonal sequence with a
screw driver. Begin tightening a screw with a few
turns and repeat with the screw diagonally opposite
the one you just tightened. Then do the same to the
other pair. Next, fully tighten the four screws.
Step 4:
Finally, attach the power connector of the CPU
cooler to the CPU fan header (CPU_FAN) on the
motherboard.
Hardware Installation - 16 -
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 4 Channel Memory Conguration
This motherboard provides four DDR3 memory sockets and supports 4 Channel Technology. After the memory
is installed, the BIOS will automatically detect the specications and capacity of the memory. The four DDR3
memory sockets are divided into four channels and each channel has one memory socket as following:
Channel A: DDR3_4
Channel B: DDR3_2
Channel C: DDR3_1
Channel D: DDR3_3
For optimum performance, when installing one memory module, we recommend that you install it in the DDR3_1
socket. When installing two memory modules, we recommend that you install them in the DDR3_1 and DDR3_2
sockets.
Dual Channel Mode:
•
To enable Dual Channel mode, install two memory modules in any two of the four memory sockets.
3 Channel Mode: •
To enable three Channel mode, install three memory modules in any three of the four memory sockets.
4 Channel Mode: •
To enable four Channel mode, install four memory modules in the four memory sockets.
DDR3_1
DDR3_3
DDR3_4
DDR3_2
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1-4-2 Installing a Memory
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.
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.
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.
Notch
DDR3 DIMM
Hardware Installation - 18 -
1-5 Installing an Expansion Card
Follow the steps below to correctly install your expansion card in the expansion slot.
Locate an expansion slot that supports your card. Remove the metal slot cover from the chassis back 1.
panel.
Align the card with the slot, and press down on the card until it is fully seated in the slot. 2.
Make sure the metal contacts on the card are completely inserted into the slot.3.
Secure the card’s metal bracket to the chassis back panel with a screw. 4.
After installing all expansion cards, replace the chassis cover(s).5.
Turn on your computer. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to make any required BIOS changes for your 6.
expansion card(s).
Install the driver provided with the expansion card in your operating system. 7.
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.
Installing a Graphics Card: •
Gently push down on the top edge of the card until it
is fully inserted into the PCI Express slot. Make sure
the card is securely seated in the slot and does not
rock.
Removing the Card: •
Press the latch at the end of the PCI Express slot to release the card and then pull
the card straight up from the slot.
PCI Express x1 Slot
PCI Express x16 Slot
Example: Installing and Removing a PCI Express Graphics Card:
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1-6 Setting up AMD CrossFireX™/NVIDIA SLI Conguration
A. System Requirements
The 2-Way CrossFireX and 2-Way SLI technologies currently support Windows 7, Vista, XP operating systems The 3-Way/4-Way CrossFireX/SLI technologies currently support Windows 7 and Vista operating systems
A CrossFireX/SLI-supported motherboard with two/three/four PCI Express x16 slots and correct driver
Two/three/four CrossFireX/SLI-ready graphics cards of identical brand and chip and correct driver
-
(Current GPUs that support 3-Way/4-Way CrossFireX technology include the ATI Radeon HD 3800, HD 4800, HD 5800
series, and AMD Radeon HD 6800 and HD 6900 series. Current GPUs that support 3-Way/4-Way SLI technology include
the NVIDIA 8800 GTX, 8800 Ultra, 9800 GTX, GTX 260, GTX 280, GTX 470, GTX 480, GTX 570, GTX 580, and GTX
590 series.)
CrossFireX
-
(Note 1)
/SLI bridge connectors
A power supply with sufcient power is recommended
-
(Note 2)
(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 CrossFireX/SLI graphics cards on the PCI Express x16 slots.
(To set up a 2-Way conguration, we recommend installing the graphics cards on the PCIEX16_1 and PCIEX16_2 slots. )
Step 2:
Insert the CrossFireX
(Note 1)
/SLI bridge connectors in the CrossFireX/SLI gold edge connectors on top of the cards.
Step 3:
Plug the display cable into the graphics card on the PCIEX16_1 slot.
C. Conguring the Graphics Card Driver
C-1. To Enable CrossFireX Function
After installing the graphics card driver in the operating system, go to the Catalyst
Control Center. Browse to Performance\AMD CrossFireX
™
Conguration
and ensure the Enable CrossFireX
™
check box is selected and click Apply.
(Available combination options are dependent on the number of graphics cards
you install.)
C-2. To Enable SLI Function
After installing the graphics card driver in the operating system, go to the NVIDIA
Control Panel. Browse to the Set SLI and Physx Conguration screen and
ensure Maximize 3D performance is enabled.
(Note 1) The bridge connectors may be needed or not depending on your
graphics cards.
(Note 2) When two or more graphics cards are installed, we recommend that you connect the SATA power cable(s) from the
power supply to the ATX4P1/ATX4P4 connector to ensure system stability. For 4-way CrossFireX™/SLI, you must
connect at least one of the ATX4P1 and ATX4P4 connectors.
Procedure and driver screen for enabling CrossFireX/SLI technology may differ by graphics cards. Refer to the manual
that came with your graphics cards for more information about enabling CrossFireX/SLI technology.
Hardware Installation - 20 -
1-7 Back Panel Connectors
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.
PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse Port
Use this port to connect a PS/2 mouse or keyboard.
CPU Overclocking Button
Press this button to overclock your CPU. To return to the defaults, press this button again.
BIOS Switch Button
The button allows users to easily select a different BIOS for boot up or overclocking, helping to reduce BIOS
failure during overclocking. Press the button to switch between the main BIOS and backup BIOS. The green
LED indicates the main BIOS is active and the blue LED indicates the backup BIOS is active.
Clear CMOS Button
Use this button to clear the CMOS values (e.g. date information and BIOS congurations) and reset the
CMOS values to factory defaults when needed
.
USB 3.0/2.0 Port
The USB 3.0 port supports the USB 3.0 specication and is compatible to 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
escribes the states of the LAN port LEDs.
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.
Activity LED
Connection/
Speed LED
LAN Port
Activity LED:Connection/Speed LED:
State Description
Orange 1 Gb ps data rate
Green 100 Mb ps data rate
Off 10 Mbps dat a rate
State Description
Blinking Data tra nsmission or re ceiving is oc curring
Off No data tr ansmission o r receiving is oc curring
O.C.
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The audio jacks can be recongured to perform different functions via the audio software. If you install
a 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 conguration in Chapter 5, "Conguring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio."
Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out Jack (Orange)
Use this audio jack to connect center/subwoofer speakers in a 5.1/7.1-channel audio conguration.
Rear Speaker Out Jack (Black)
Use this audio jack to connect rear speakers in a 7.1-channel audio conguration.
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 conguration.
Mic In Jack (Pink)
The default Mic in jack. Microphones must be connected to this jack.
Hardware Installation - 22 -
1-8 Onboard Buttons
Overclocking Buttons
The overclocking buttons allow users to overclock the CPU in real-time and at anytime (whether in BIOS, DOS
or Windows), including CPU Ratio, BCLK and even change BCLK stepping.
Gear Button:
Changes BCLK stepping to 0.1 MHz.
CPU BCLK Down Button (FREQ_DW)
Lowers the CPU base clock.
CPU BCLK Up Button (FREQ_UP)
Raises the CPU base clock.
CPU Ratio Down Button (RATIO_DW)
Lowers the CPU ratio.
CPU Ratio Up Button (RATIO_UP)
Raises the CPU ratio.
Quick Buttons
The power button and reset button allow users to quickly turn on/off or reset the computer in an open-case
environment when they want to change hardware components or conduct hardware testing.
PW_SW: Power button
RST_SW: Reset button
Before using the overclocking buttons, make sure to load the
optimized defaults in BIOS Setup to return the BIOS settings to
factory defaults.
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Onboard Voltage Measurement Module
Users can use a multimeter to measure component voltages, including Vcore, QPI VTT, DDR, VCCSA, CPU
PLL, and DDR VTT. You can employ one of the following two ways to measure component voltages.
Pin No. Denition
1 +12V
2 GND
SMB_CPT
(GA-IVB)
CLR_CMOSCIDIS_ME
GP15_CPT
(GA-IVB)
XDP_CPU
XDP_PCH
(GA-IVB)
DIP
1 2 3
DIP
1 2 3
DIP
1 2 3
DIP
123
PWM Switch (X58A-OC)
VCORE
Pin 1
QPIVTT
SMB_CPT
(GA-IVB)
CLR_CMOSCIDIS_ME
GP15_CPT
(GA-IVB)
XDP_CPU
XDP_PCH
(GA-IVB)
DIP
1 2 3
DIP
1 2 3
DIP
1 2 3
DIP
123
PWM Switch (X58A-OC)
Pin 1
DDR_15V_A
SMB_CPT
(GA-IVB)
CLR_CMOSCIDIS_ME
GP15_CPT
(GA-IVB)
XDP_CPU
XDP_PCH
(GA-IVB)
DIP
1 2 3
DIP
1 2 3
DIP
1 2 3
DIP
123
PWM Switch (X58A-OC)
Pin 1
DDR_15V_B
SMB_CPT
(GA-IVB)
CLR_CMOSCIDIS_ME
GP15_CPT
(GA-IVB)
XDP_CPU
XDP_PCH
(GA-IVB)
DIP
1 2 3
DIP
1 2 3
DIP
1 2 3
DIP
123
PWM Switch (X58A-OC)
Pin 1
CPU_PLL
SMB_CPT
(GA-IVB)
CLR_CMOSCIDIS_ME
GP15_CPT
(GA-IVB)
XDP_CPU
XDP_PCH
(GA-IVB)
DIP
1 2 3
DIP
1 2 3
DIP
1 2 3
DIP
123
PWM Switch (X58A-OC)
Pin 1
DDRVTT
SMB_CPT
(GA-IVB)
CLR_CMOSCIDIS_ME
GP15_CPT
(GA-IVB)
XDP_CPU
XDP_PCH
(GA-IVB)
DIP
1 2 3
DIP
1 2 3
DIP
1 2 3
DIP
123
PWM Switch (X58A-OC)
Pin 1
SMB_CPT
(GA-IVB)
CLR_CMOSCIDIS_ME
GP15_CPT
(GA-IVB)
XDP_CPU
XDP_PCH
(GA-IVB)
DIP
1 2 3
DIP
1 2 3
DIP
1 2 3
DIP
123
PWM Switch (X58A-OC)
Pin 1
VCCSA
Method I (Using the included voltage measurement cable):
Method II (Connecting the multimeter directly):
Steps:
Connect the included voltage measurement cable to a voltage
measurement header and your multimeter as shown. Please note
the red wire is the positive and must be connected to the pin 1
(+12V).
Steps:
Connect the red lead of the multimeter to the pin 1 (+12V) of a
voltage measurement point and the black lead to the pin 2 (ground).
Hardware Installation - 24 -
1-9 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.
1) ATX_12V_2X/ATX_12V_2X1
2) ATX
3) ATX4P1/ATX4P4
4) CPU_FAN
5) FAN1/2/3/4/5/6
6) SATA3 0/1
7) SATA2 2/3/4/5
8) GSATA3 6/7
9) GSATA3 8/9
10) BAT
11) CLR_CMOS
12) F_PANEL
13) F_AUDIO
14) SPDIF_O
15) F_USB1/F_USB2/F_USB3
16) F_USB30
17) TPM
2
15
10
4
11
5 1
5
3
6
7
3
161751413
5
5
17
8
9
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ATX
ATX:
1/2) ATX_12V_2X/ATX_12V_2X1/ATX (2x4 12V Power Connectors 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 (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.
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)
ATX_12V_2X/ATX_12V_2X1:
Pin No. Denition
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
4
1
8
5
ATX_12V_2X/ATX_12V_2X1
Hardware Installation - 26 -
4/5) CPU_FAN/FAN1/FAN2/FAN3/FAN4/FAN5/FAN6 (Fan Headers)
All fan headers on this motherboard are 4-pin and support fan speed control function. 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.
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:
FAN1/FAN2/FAN3/FAN4/FAN5/FAN6:
Pin No. Denition
1 GND
2 +12V/Speed Control
3 Sense
4 Speed Control
Pin No. Denition
1 GND
2 +12V /Speed Control
3 Sense
4 Reserve
3) ATX4P1/ATX4P4 (PCIe Power Connectors)
Pin No. Denition
1 NC
2 NC
3 NC
4 GND
5 GND
6 GND
7 VCC
8 VCC
9 VCC
10 GND
11 GND
12 GND
13 +12V
14 +12V
15 +12V
CLR_CMOSCIDIS_ME
GP15_CPT
(GA-IVB)
XDP_CPU
XDP_PCH
(GA-IVB)
15
1
CPU_FAN
FAN1/FAN2/FAN5/FAN6
DEBUG
PORT
1
1
FAN3/FAN4
DEBUG
PORT
1
The power connectors provide auxiliary power to the onboard PCI Express x16 slots. When two or more
graphics cards are installed, we recommend that you connect the SATA power cable(s) from the power
supply to the ATX4P1/ATX4P4 connector to ensure system stability. For 4-way CrossFireX™/SLI, you
must connect at least one of the ATX4P1 and ATX4P4 connectors.
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A RAID 0 or RAID 1 conguration 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 conguration requires at least three hard drives. (The total number of hard drives does •
not have to be an even number.)
A RAID 10 conguration requires four hard drives. •
6) SATA3 0/1 (SATA 6Gb/s Connectors, Controlled by Intel X79 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" and "SATA3 1"
connectors support RAID 0 and RAID 1. RAID 5 and RAID 10 can be implemented on the two connectors
with the "SATA2 2/3/4/5" connector
(Note)
. Refer to Chapter 5, "Conguring SATA Hard Drive(s)," for instruc-
tions on conguring a RAID array.
7) SATA2 2/3/4/5 (SATA 3Gb/s Connectors, Controlled by Intel X79 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 X79 Chipset supports RAID 0, RAID 1,
RAID 5, and RAID 10. Refer to Chapter 5, "Conguring SATA Hard Drive(s)," for instructions on conguring
a RAID array.
(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.
Pin No. Denition
1 GND
2 TXP
3 TXN
4 GND
5 RXN
6 RXP
7 GND
Pin No. Denition
1 GND
2 TXP
3 TXN
4 GND
5 RXN
6 RXP
7 GND
7
7
G.QBOFM
G.QBOFM
SATA2
1
1
Please connect the L-shaped end of
th e SATA cab le to your S ATA har d
drive.
5 3
4 2
1
1
G.QBOFM
7
7
1
0
SATA3
Hardware Installation - 28 -
8) GSATA3 6/7 (SATA 6Gb/s Connectors, Controlled by Marvell 88SE9172 Chip)
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 Marvell 88SE9172 chip
supports RAID 0 and RAID 1. Refer to Chapter 5, "Conguring SATA Hard Drive(s)," for instructions on
conguring a RAID array.
Pin No. Denition
1 GND
2 TXP
3 TXN
4 GND
5 RXN
6 RXP
7 GND
9) GSATA3 8/9 (SATA 6Gb/s Connectors, Controlled by Marvell 88SE9172 Chip)
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 Marvell 88SE9172 chip
supports RAID 0 and RAID 1. Refer to Chapter 5, "Conguring SATA Hard Drive(s)," for instructions on
conguring a RAID array.
Pin No. Denition
1 GND
2 TXP
3 TXN
4 GND
5 RXN
6 RXP
7 GND
Please connect the L-shaped end of
th e SATA cab le to your S ATA har d
drive.
1
1
G.QBOFM
7
7
9
8
GSATA3
1
1
G.QBOFM
7
7
7
6
GSATA3
A RAID 0 or RAID 1 conguration requires two hard drives.
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11) 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
10) 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 one minute. 2.
(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.
•
Hardware Installation - 30 -
12) 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.
PW
• (Power Switch, Red):
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).
SPEAK • (Speaker, Orange):
Connects to the speaker on the chassis front panel. The system reports system startup status by issuing
a beep code. One single short beep will be heard if no problem is detected at system startup.
HD • (Hard Drive Activity LED, Blue)
Connects to the hard drive activity LED on the chassis front panel. The LED is on when the hard drive
is reading or writing data.
RES • (Reset Switch, Green):
Connects to the reset switch on the chassis front panel. Press the reset switch to restart the computer
if the computer freezes and fails to perform a normal restart.
CI • (Chassis Intrusion Header, Gray):
Connects to the chassis intrusion switch/sensor on the chassis that can detect if the chassis cover has
been removed. This function requires a chassis with a chassis intrusion switch/sensor.
MSG/PWR
• (Message/Power/Sleep LED, Yellow/Purple):
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.
Power LED
1
2
19
20
CI-
CI+
PWR-
PWR+
MSG-
PW-
SPEAK+
SPEAK-
MSG+
PW+
Message/Power/
Sleep LED
Speaker
Power
Switch
HD-
RES+
HD+
RES-
Hard Drive
Activity LED
Reset
Switch
Chassis Intrusion
Header
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).
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13) 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.
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, "Conguring 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, "Conguring 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.
14) SPDIF_O (S/PDIF Out Header)
This header supports digital S/PDIF Out and connects a S/PDIF digital audio cable (provided by expansion
cards) for digital audio output from your motherboard to certain expansion cards like graphics cards and
sound cards. For example, some graphics cards may require you to use a S/PDIF digital audio cable for
digital audio output from your motherboard to your graphics card if you wish to connect an HDMI display
to the graphics card and have digital audio output from the HDMI display at the same time. For information
about connecting the S/PDIF digital audio cable, carefully read the manual for your expansion card.
For HD Front Panel Audio: For AC'97 Front Panel Audio:
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 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 SPDIFO
2 GND
1
F_PANEL(NH) F_PANEL
(H61M-D2)
PWM Switch (SW1)(X79-UD7)
DIP
1 2 3 4 5
9
1
10 2
Hardware Installation - 32 -
15) F_USB1/F_USB2/F_USB3 (USB 2.0/1.1 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 2.0/1.1 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.
When the system is in S4/S5 mode, only the USB ports routed to the F_USB1 header can support
the ON/OFF Charge function.
G.QBOFM
10
9
2
1
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
F_AUDIO(H)
DB_PORT
F_PANEL(NH) F_PANEL
(H61M-D2)
1
1
1
1
BIOS Switcher (X58A-OC)
M_SATA
20
1
Pin No. Denition Pin No. Denition
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
11
10
16) F_USB30 (USB 3.0/2.0 Header)
The header conforms to USB 3.0/2.0 specication and can provide two USB ports. You can also install
the included 3.5" front panel into a free 3.5" drive bay of your chassis and connect the USB cable from the
3.5" front panel to this header.
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17) TPM (Trusted Platform Module Header)
You may connect a TPM (Trusted Platform Module) to this header.
Pin No. Denition Pin No. Denition
1 LCLK 11 LAD0
2 GND 12 GND
3 LFRAME 13 NC
4 No Pin 14 ID
5 LRESET 15 SB3V
6 NC 16 SERIRQ
7 LAD3 17 GND
8 LAD2 18 NC
9 VCC3 19 NC
10 LAD1 20 SUSCLK
20
19
2
1
F_AUDIO(H)
DB_PORT
F_PANEL(NH) F_PANEL
(H61M-D2)
ACPI_CPT
(GA-IVB)
Voltage measurement module(X58A-OC)
DIP
1 2 3
1
1
1
1
BIOS Switcher (X58A-OC)
PWM Switch (X58A-OC)
M_SATA
Hardware Installation - 34 -
- 35 - 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 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.
For instructions on using the Q-Flash and @BIOS utilities, refer to Chapter 4, "BIOS Update Utilities."
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 or the
clear CMOS jumper/button in Chapter 1 for how to clear the CMOS values.)
BIOS Setup - 36 -
2-1 Startup Screen
The following startup Logo screen will appear when the computer boots.
Function Keys:
<TAB>: POST SCREEN
Press the <Tab> key to skip the startup Logo. To turn off the startup Logo, refer to the instructions on the
Full Screen LOGO Show item on page 53.
<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 rst boot device without entering BIOS Setup. In Boot Menu, use the up
arrow key <h> or the down arrow key <i> to select the rst 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 rst.
Function Keys
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2-2 The Main Menu
A. The 3D BIOS Screen (Default)
On GIGABYTE's uniquely designed 3D BIOS screen, you can use your mouse to move through the motherboard
image and click to enter the function menu in each area for quick conguration. For example, pass your mouse
arrow over the CPU and memory sockets and enter the System Tuning menu to congure CPU/memory frequency,
memory timings, and voltage settings. For more detailed conguration items, you can click the function menu icons
at the bottom of the screen or press <F1> to switch to the main menu of the BIOS Setup program. (If a mouse is
not connected, the 3D BIOS screen will automatically switch to the main menu of the BIOS Setup Program.)
B. The Main Menu of the BIOS Setup Program
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: F1v)
Setup Menus
Function Keys
Help
Enter Q-Flash
Select Default
Language
Conguration Items
Current Settings
Switch to 3D
BIOS Screen
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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 Setup
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.
BIOS Setup Program Function Keys
<f><g>
Move the selection bar to select a setup menu
<h><i>
Move the selection bar to select an conguration item on a menu
<Enter> Execute command or enter a menu
<+>/<Page Up> Increase the numeric value or make changes
<->/<Page Down> Decrease the numeric value or make changes
<F1> Switch to 3D BIOS screen
<F5> Restore the previous BIOS settings for the current menu
<F7> Load the optimized BIOS default settings for the current menu
<F8> Access the Q-Flash utility
<F9> Display system information
<F10> Save all the changes and exit the BIOS Setup program
<F12> Capture the current screen as an image and save it to your USB drive
<Esc> Main Menu: Exit the BIOS Setup program
Submenus: Exit current submenu
If the system is not stable as usual, load optimized defaults 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 voltages.
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M.I.T. Current Status `
This screen provides information on CPU/memory frequencies/parameters.
BCLK/PCIe Clock Control &
Enables or disables the control of CPU base clock and PCIe bus frequency. Enabled will allow the Host
Clock Frequency and Processor Base Clock items below to be congurable. Note: If your system fails
to boot after overclocking, please wait for 20 seconds for automated system reboot, or clear the CMOS
values to reset the board to default values. (Default: Disabled)
Host Clock Frequency &
Allows you to manually set the host clock frequency (which controls CPU, PCIe, and memory frequencies) in
0.01 MHz increments. This item is congurable only when BCLK/PCIe Clock Control is enabled. When you
change the Host Clock Frequency setting, the Memory Frequency (Mhz) setting below will be changed
synchronously.
Important: It is highly recommended that the frequency be set in accordance with the CPU specications.
Processor Base Clock &
Allows you to congure the Processor Base Clock by multiplying the Host Clock Frequency by several
preset host clock multipliers. This item is congurable only when BCLK/PCIe Clock Control is enabled.
When you change the Processor Base Clock setting, the Memory Frequency (Mhz) setting below will be
changed synchronously.
Important: It is highly recommended that the frequency be set in accordance with the CPU specications.
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 &
This value is determined by multiplying the Processor Base Clock value by the CPU Clock Ratio
value.
Advanced Frequency Settings `
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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 that under the same items on the Advanced
Frequency Settings menu.
Internal CPU PLL Overvoltage &
Enabled allows CPU PLL voltage to operate at a higher value. Disabled allows CPU PLL voltage to operate
at default value. Auto lets the BIOS automatically congure this setting. (Default: Auto)
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)~(6-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
current limit according to the CPU specications. (Default: Auto)
Advanced CPU Core Features `
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CPU Core Enabled &
(Note 1)
Allows you to determine the number of CPU cores you want to enable. Auto lets the BIOS automatically
congure this setting. (Default: Auto)
Hyper-Threading Technology &
(Note 1)
Allows you to determine whether to enable Hyper-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 1)
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 1)
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 1)
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 1)
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)
Bi-Directional PROCHOT &
(Note 1)
Auto Lets BIOS automatically congure this setting. (Default)
Enabled When the CPU or chipset detects that an overheating is occurring, PROCHOT signals
will be emitted to lower CPU performance to decrease heat production.
Disabled Only allows the CPU to detect whether an overheating is occurring to emit PROCHOT
signals.
Extreme Memory Prole (X.M.P.) &
(Note 2)
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.
Pr ole2
(Note 2)
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)
(Note 1) 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.
(Note 2) This item is present only when you install a memory module that supports this feature.
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(Note) This item is present only when you install a memory module that supports this feature.
Extreme Memory Profile (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.
Prole DDR Voltage &
When using a non-XMP memory module or Extreme Memory Prole (X.M.P.) is set to Disabled, this item
will display as 1.50V. When Extreme Memory Prole (X.M.P.) is set to Prole1 or Prole2, this item will
display the value based on the SPD data on the XMP memory.
Prole VTT Voltage &
The value displayed here is dependent on the CPU being used.
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 Host Clock Frequency, Processor
Base Clock, and System Memory Multiplier settings.
Advanced Memory Settings `
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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 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)
Channel A/B/C/D Timing Settings `
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3D Power Control `
Advanced Voltage Settings
`
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PWM Phase Control &
Allows you to automatically change the PWM phase according to the CPU load. The power-saving levels
are (from lowest to highest): eXm Perf (Extreme Performance ), High Perf (High Performance), Balanced,
Perf (Performance), Mid PWR (Mid Power), and Lite PWR (Light Power). Auto lets the BIOS automatically
congure this setting. (Default: Auto).
Vcore Voltage Response &
Allows you to congure the response time for Vcore changes using four preset levels.
Auto Lets the BIOS automatically congure this setting. (Default)
Standard~Extreme Selects Standard, Fast, Turbo, or Extreme which represents different levels of
the response time for Vcore changes.
Vcore Loadline Calibration & (
mΩ)
Allows you to congure Vcore Load-Line Calibration. This item allows you to adjust the V-droop value. The
higher the V-droop value, the lower the output voltage will be under heavy load.
Auto Lets the BIOS automatically congure this setting and sets V-droop following Intel
specications. (Default)
+0.00mΩ~+6.00mΩ
Adjusts the V-droop value.
IMC Voltage Loadline Calibration &
Allows you to congure Load-Line Calibration for the IMC voltage. This item allows you to adjust the V-droop
value. The higher the V-droop value, the lower the output voltage will be under heavy load.
Auto Lets the BIOS automatically congure this setting and sets V-droop following Intel
specications. (Default)
+0.00mΩ~+12.00mΩ
Adjusts the V-droop value.
DDR CH(A/B) Voltage Loadline Calibration &
Allows you to congure Load-Line Calibration for Channel A and Channel B memory voltage. This item
allows you to adjust the V-droop value. The higher the V-droop value, the lower the output voltage will be
under heavy load.
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Auto Lets the BIOS automatically congure this setting and sets V-droop following Intel
specications. (Default)
+0.00mΩ~+12.00mΩ
Adjusts the V-droop value.
DDR CH(C/D) Voltage Loadline Calibration &
Allows you to congure Load-Line Calibration for Channel C and Channel D memory voltage. This item
allows you to adjust V-droop. The higher the V-droop value, the lower the output voltage will be under heavy
load.
Auto Lets the BIOS automatically congure this setting and sets V-droop following Intel
specications. (Default)
+0.00mΩ~+6.00mΩ
Adjusts the V-droop value.
CPU Vtt Loadline Calibration &
Allows you to congure Load-Line Calibration for the CPU Vtt voltage. This item allows you to adjust V-droop
at different levels. The higher the V-droop value, the lower the output voltage will be under heavy load.
Auto Lets the BIOS automatically congure this setting and sets V-droop following Intel
specications. (Default)
+0.00mΩ~+6.00mΩ
Adjusts the V-droop value.
Vcore Protection &
Allows you to set the voltage limit on the Vcore for over-voltage protection. The adjustable range is from
150.0mV to 500.0mV. Auto lets the BIOS automatically congure this setting. (Default: Auto)
CPU Vtt Protection &
Allows you to set the voltage limit on the CPU Vtt voltage for over-voltage protection. The adjustable range
is from 150.0mV to 500.0mV. Auto lets the BIOS automatically congure this setting. (Default: Auto)
IMC Voltage Protection &
Allows you to set the voltage limit on the IMC voltage for over-voltage protection. The adjustable range is
from 150.0mV to 500.0mV. Auto lets the BIOS automatically congure this setting. (Default: Auto)
DDR CH(A/B) Voltage Protection &
Allows you to set the voltage limit on Channel A and Channel B memory voltage for over-voltage protection.
The adjustable range is from 150.0mV to 500.0mV. Auto lets the BIOS automatically congure this setting.
(Default: Auto)
DDR CH(C/D) Over Voltage Protection &
Allows you to set the voltage limit on Channel C and Channel D memory voltage for over-voltage protection.
The adjustable range is from 150.0mV to 500.0mV. Auto lets the BIOS automatically congure this setting.
(Default: Auto)
Vcore Current Protection &
Allows you to set the current limit on the Vcore for over-current protection in terms of percentage. The
adjustable range is from 40.0% to 128.0%. Auto lets the BIOS automatically congure this setting. (Default:
Auto)
CPU Vtt Current Protection &
Allows you to set the current limit on the CPU Vtt voltage for over-current protection in terms of percentage.
The adjustable range is from 50.0% to 160.0%. Auto lets the BIOS automatically congure this setting.
(Default: Auto)
IMC Current Protection &
Allows you to set the current limit on the IMC voltage for over-current protection in terms of percentage.
The adjustable range is from 50.0% to 160.0%. Auto lets the BIOS automatically congure this setting.
(Default: Auto)
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DDR CH(A/B) Current Protection &
Allows you to set the current limit on Channel A and Channel B memory voltage for over-current protection
in terms of percentage. The adjustable range is from 50.0% to 160.0%. Auto lets the BIOS automatically
congure this setting. (Default: Auto)
DDR CH(C/D) Current Protection &
Allows you to set the current limit on Channel C and Channel D memory voltage for over-current protection
in terms of percentage. The adjustable range is from 50.0% to 160.0%. Auto lets the BIOS automatically
congure this setting. (Default: Auto)
Vcore PWM Thermal Protection &
Allows you to set the PWM thermal protection threshold for the Vcore area. The adjustable range is from
120.0oC to 152.0oC. Auto lets the BIOS automatically congure this setting. (Default: Auto)
DDR CH(A/B) PWM Thermal Protection &
Allows you to set the PWM thermal protection threshold for the Channel A and Channel B memory area.
The adjustable range is from 120.0oC to 152.0oC. Auto lets the BIOS automatically congure this setting.
(Default: Auto)
DDR CH(C/D) PWM Thermal Protection &
Allows you to set the PWM thermal protection threshold for the Channel C and Channel D memory area.
The adjustable range is from 120.0oC to 152.0oC. Auto lets the BIOS automatically congure this setting.
(Default: Auto)
CPU PWM Switch Rate &
Allows you to set the CPU PWM frequency. The adjustable range is from 200.0KHz to 2500.0KHz. Auto
lets the BIOS automatically congure this setting. (Default: Auto)
IMC PWM Switch Rate &
Allows you to set the IMC PWM frequency. The adjustable range is from 200.0KHz to 2500.0KHz. Auto
lets the BIOS automatically congure this setting. (Default: Auto)
CPU Vtt PWM Switch Rate &
Allows you to set the CPU Vtt PWM frequency. The adjustable range is from 200.0KHz to 2500.0KHz. Auto
lets the BIOS automatically congure this setting. (Default: Auto)
DDR CH(A/B) PWM Switch Rate &
Allows you to set the PWM frequency for Channel A and Channel B memory. The adjustable range is from
200.0KHz to 2500.0KHz. Auto lets the BIOS automatically congure this setting. (Default: Auto)
DDR CH(C/D) PWM Switch Rate &
Allows you to set the PWM frequency for Channel C and Channel D memory. The adjustable range is from
200.0KHz to 2500.0KHz. Auto lets the BIOS automatically congure this setting. (Default: Auto)
CPU Core Voltage Control `
This section provides CPU voltage control options.
DRAM Voltage Control `
This section provides memory voltage control options.
Chipset Voltage Control `
This section provides Chipset voltage control options.
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Reset Case Open Status &
Disabled Keeps or clears the record of previous chassis intrusion status. (Default)
Enabled Clears the record of previous chassis intrusion status and the Case Opened eld will show
"No" at next boot.
Case Opened &
Displays the detection status of the chassis intrusion detection device attached to the motherboard CI
header. If the system chassis cover is removed, this eld will show "Yes", otherwise it will show "No". To
clear the chassis intrusion status record, set Reset Case Open Status to Enabled, save the settings to
the CMOS, and then restart your system.
PC Health Status `
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CPU Vcore/Dram Channel A/B Voltage/Dram Channel C/D Voltage/+5V/+12V+/CPU VTT &
Displays the current system voltages.
CPU Temperature/PCH Temperature &
Displays current CPU/Chipset temperature.
1st System Temperature/2nd System Temperature/3rd System Temperature &
Displays current system temperatures detected by eac h sys tem temperatu re sensor on the
motherboard.
CPU FAN Speed/System FAN Speed &
Displays current CPU/system fan speeds.
CPU Warning Temperature &
Sets the warning threshold for CPU temperature. When CPU temperature exceeds the threshold, BIOS will
emit warning sound. Options are: Disabled (default), 60oC/140oF, 70oC/158oF, 80oC/176oF, 90oC/194oF.
CPU FAN Fail Warning/1st/2nd/3rd/4th SYSTEM FAN Fail Warning &
Allows the system to emit warning sound if the CPU fan or system fans (FAN1~FAN4 connectors) are not
connected or fails. Check the fan condition or fan connection when this occurs. (Default: Disabled)
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. You can
adjust the fan speed with EasyTune based on your system requirements. (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.
1st System Fan Speed Control (FAN1 and FAN4 Connectors) &
Allows you to determine whether to enable the system fan speed control function for the system fans
connected to FAN1 and FAN4 connectors and adjust the fan speed.
Normal Allows the system fan to run at different speeds according to the system temperature. You
can adjust the fan speed with EasyTune based on your system requirements. (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 system fan speed. This item is congurable only when 1st System Fan Speed
Control is set to Manual. Options are: 0.75 PWM value /oC ~ 2.50 PWM value /oC.
2nd System Fan Speed Control (FAN2 and FAN3 Connectors) &
Allows you to determine whether to enable the system fan speed control function for the system fans
connected to FAN2 and FAN3 connectors and adjust the fan speed.
Normal Allows the system fan to run at different speeds according to the system temperature. You
can adjust the fan speed with EasyTune based on your system requirements. (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.
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Slope PWM &
Allows you to control the system fan speed. This item is congurable only when 2nd System Fan Speed
Control is set to Manual. Options are: 0.75 PWM value /oC ~ 2.50 PWM value /oC.
Isochronous Support &
Determines whether to enable specic streams within the CPU and Chipset. 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. (Default: Enabled)
Miscellaneous Settings `
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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.
ATA Port Information `
This section provides information on the device connected to each SATA port controlled by Intel X79 Chipset.
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 up arrow or down arrow key to set the desired
value.
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 up arrow or down arrow 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.
2-4 System
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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.
Bootup NumLock State &
Enables or disables Numlock feature on the numeric keypad of the keyboard after the POST. (Default:
Disabled)
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)
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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.
Init Display First &
Species the rst initiation of the monitor display from the PCI Express graphics cards .
PCIe Slot 1 Sets the graphics card on the PCIEX16_1 slot as the rst display. (Default)
PCIe Slot 2 Sets the graphics card on the PCIEX8_1 slot as the rst display.
PCIe Slot 3 Sets the graphics card on the PCIEX16_2 slot as the rst display.
PCIe Slot 4 Sets the graphics card on the PCIEX8_2 slot as the rst display.
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)
Intel(R) VT-d &
(Note)
Enables or disables Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O. (Default: Disabled)
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.
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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2-6 Peripherals
LAN PXE Boot Option ROM &
Allows you to decide whether to activate the boot ROM integrated with the onboard LAN chip.
(Default:
Disabled)
LAN Controller &
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.
Audio Device Control &
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.
USB 2.0 Devices (Intel X79 Chipset) &
Enables or disables the USB 2.0 controllers integrated with the Intel X79 Chipset. (Default: Enabled)
Intel SATA Control Mode &
Enables or disables RAID for the SATA controllers integrated in the Intel X79 Chipset or congures the
SATA controllers to AHCI mode.
IDE Mode Disables RAID for the SATA controllers and congures the SATA controllers to IDE
mode.
RAID Mode Enables RAID for the SATA controllers.
AHCI Mode Congures the SATA controllers 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. (Default)
Disabled Disables the SATA controllers.
Legacy USB Support &
Allows USB keyboard/mouse to be used in MS-DOS. (Default: Enabled)
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USB3.0 Support (Fresco FL1009 USB Controllers) &
Enables or disables the Fresco FL1009 USB 3.0 controllers. (Default: Enabled)
XHCI Hand-off &
Determines whether to enable XHCI Hand-off feature for an operating system without XHCI Hand-off
support. (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: Enabled)
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)
GSATA Controller (Marvell 88SE9172 Chip, GSATA3 6 and GSATA3 7 connectors) &
Enables or disables RAID for the SATA controllers integrated in the Marvell 88SE9172 chip or congures
the SATA controllers to AHCI mode.
IDE Mode Disables RAID for the SATA controllers and congures the SATA controllers to IDE
mode.
RAID Mode Enables RAID for the SATA controllers.
AHCI Mode Congures the SATA controllers 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. (Default)
Disabled Disables the SATA controllers.
Marvell ATA Controller Conguration `
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GSATA Controller (Marvell 88SE9172 Chip, GSATA3 8 and GSATA3 9 connectors) &
Enables or disables RAID for the SATA controllers integrated in the Marvell 88SE9172 chip or congures
the SATA controllers to AHCI mode.
IDE Mode Disables RAID for the SATA controllers and congures the SATA controllers to IDE
mode.
RAID Mode Enables RAID for the SATA controllers.
AHCI Mode Congures the SATA controllers 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. (Default)
Disabled Disables the SATA controllers.
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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: 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:
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.
ACPI Sleep State &
Species the ACPI sleep state when the system enters suspend.
S1(CPU Stop Clock) Enables the system to enter the ACPI S1 sleep state. In S1 sleep state, the
system appears suspended and stays in a low power mode. The system can
be resumed at any time.
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(Note) Supported on Windows 7/Vista operating system only.
S3(Suspend to RAM) Enables the system to enter the ACPI S3 sleep state. In S3 sleep state, the
system appears to be off and consumes less power than in the S1 state. When
signaled by a wake-up device or event, the system resumes to its working
state exactly where it was left off. (Default)
Suspend Disabled Disables this function.
High Precision Event Timer &
(Note)
Enables or disables High Precision Event Timer (HPET) for Windows 7/Vista 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.
Wake on LAN from S5 &
Allows the system to be awakened from S5 ACPI sleep state by a wake-up signal from the onboard LAN.
(Default: Enabled)
ErP Support &
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.
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2-8 Save & Exit Setup
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 default
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.
Save Proles &
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.
Load Proles &
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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3-1 Installing Chipset Drivers
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.
• Please ignore the popup dialog box(es) (e.g. the Found New Hardware Wizard) displayed
when "Xpress Install" is installing the drivers. Failure to do so may affect the driver installation.
• Some device drivers will restart your system automatically during the driver installation. After the
system restart, "Xpress Install" will continue to install other drivers.
• After "Xpress Install" installs all of the drivers, a dialog box will appear asking whether to install
new GIGABYTE utilities. Click Yes to automatically install the utilities. Or click No if you want to
manually select the utilities to install on the Application Software page later.
• For USB 2.0 driver support under the Windows XP operating system, please install the Windows
XP Service Pack 1 or later. After installing the SP1 (or later), if a question mark still exists in
Universal Serial Bus Controller in Device Manager, please remove the question mark (by
right-clicking your mouse and select Uninstall) and restart the system. (The system will then
autodetect and install the USB 2.0 driver.)
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3-2 Application Software
This page displays all the utilities and applications that GIGABYTE develops and some free software. You
can click the Install button on the right of an item to install it.
3-3 Technical Manuals
This page provides GIGABYTE's application guides, content descriptions for this driver disk, and the motherboard manuals.
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3-4 Contact
For the detailed contact information of the GIGABYTE Taiwan headquarter or worldwide branch ofces, click
the URL on this page to link to the GIGABYTE website.
3-5 System
This page provides the basic system information.
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3-6 Download Center
To update the BIOS, drivers, or applications, click the Download Center button to link to the GIGABYTE
website. The latest version of the BIOS, drivers, or applications will be displayed.
3-7 New Utilities
This page provides a quick link to GIGABYTE's lately developed utilities for users to install. You can click the
Install button on the right of an item to install it.
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4-1 Xpress Recovery2
Chapter 4 Unique Features
Xpress Recovery2 is a utility that allows you to quickly compress and back
up your system data and perform restoration of it. Supporting NTFS, FAT32,
and FAT16 le systems, Xpress Recovery2 can back up data on PATA and
SATA hard drives and restore it.
Before You Begin:
Xpress Recovery2 will check the rst physical hard drive •
(Note)
for the operating system. Xpress Recovery2
can only back up/restore the rst physical hard drive that has the operating system installed.
As Xpress Recovery2 will save the backup le at the end of the hard drive, make sure to leave enough •
unallocated space in advanced (10 GB or more is recommended; actual size requirements vary, depending
on the amount of data).
It is recommended to back up your system soon after the operating system and drivers are installed. •
The amount of data and hard drive access speed may affect the speed at which the data is backed up/ •
restored.
It takes longer to back up a hard drive than to restore it. •
System Requirements:
At least 512 MB of system memory •
VESA compatible graphics card •
Windows XP with SP1 or later, Windows Vista, Windows 7 •
Installation and Conguration:
Turn on your system to boot from the Windows 7 setup disk.
A. Installing Windows 7 and Partitioning the Hard Drive
Step 1:
Click Drive options.
Step 2:
Click New.
(Note) Xpress Recovery2 checks the rst physical hard drive in the following sequence: The rst SATA connector,
the second SATA connector and so forth. For example, When hard drives are attached to the rst and
third SATA connectors, the hard drive on the rst SATA connector is the rst physical drive.
Xpress Recovery and Xpress Recovery2 are different utilities. For example, a backup le created
•
with Xpress Recovery cannot be restored using Xpress Recovery2.
USB hard drives are not supported. •
RAID drives are not supported. •
GPT partitions are not supported. •
Hard drives larger than 2.2 TB are not supported. •
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Step 3:
When partitioning your hard drive, make sure to leave
unallocated space (10 GB or more is recommended;
actual size requirements vary, depending on the
amount of data) and begin the installation of the
operating system.
Step 4:
After the operating system is installed, click Start,
right-click the Computer and select Manage. Go to
Disk Management to check disk allocation.
Step 5:
Xpress Recovery2 will save the backup le to the unallocated
space (black stripe along the top). Please note that if there is no
enough unallocated space, Xpress Recovery2 cannot save the
backup le.
Step 1:
Select BACKUP to start backing up your hard drive
data.
Step 2:
When nished, go to Disk Management to check
disk allocation.
B. Accessing Xpress Recovery2
Boot from the motherboard driver disk to access Xpress Recovery2. When you see the following message: Press
any key to startup Xpress Recovery2, press any key to enter Xpress Recovery2.
C. Using the Backup Function in Xpress Recovery2
Xpress Recovery2 will automatically create a new
partition to store the backup image le.
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D. Using the Restore Function in Xpress Recovery2
E. Removing the Backup
F. Exiting Xpress Recovery2
Select RESTORE to restore the backup to your hard drive in case
the system breaks down. The RESTORE option will not be present
if no backup is created before.
Select REBOOT to exit Xpress Recovery2.
Step 2:
After the backup le is removed, no backup image le
will be present in Disk Management and hard drive
space will be freed up.
Step 1:
If you wish to remove the back up fi le, select
REMOVE.
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4-2 BIOS Update Utilities
GIGABYTE motherboards provide two unique BIOS update tools, Q-Flash™ and @BIOS™. GIGABYTE Q-Flash
and @BIOS are easy-to-use and allow you to update the BIOS without the need to enter MS-DOS mode.
Additionally, this motherboard features the DualBIOS™ design, which enhances protection for the safety and
stability of your computer by adding one more physical BIOS chip.
What is DualBIOS™?
Motherboards that support DualBIOS have two BIOS onboard, a main BIOS and
a backup BIOS. Normally, the system works on the main BIOS. However, if the
main BIOS is corrupted or damaged, the backup BIOS will take over on the next system boot and copy the
BIOS le to the main BIOS to ensure normal system operation. For the sake of system safety, users cannot
update the backup BIOS manually.
What is Q-Flash
™
?
With Q-Flash you can update the system BIOS without having to enter operating
systems like MS-DOS or Window rst. Embedded in the BIOS, the Q-Flash tool
frees you from the hassles of going through complicated BIOS ashing process.
What is @BIOS™?
@BIOS allows you to update the system BIOS while in the Windows environment.
@BIOS will download the latest BIOS le from the nearest @BIOS server site
and update the BIOS.
4-2-1 Updating the BIOS with the Q-Flash Utility
A. Before You Begin
From GIGABYTE's website, download the latest compressed BIOS update le that matches your 1.
motherboard model.
Extract the le and save the new BIOS le (e.g. X79UD7.F1) to your USB ash drive or hard drive. Note: 2.
The USB ash drive or hard drive must use FAT32/16/12 le system.
Restart the system. During the POST, press the <End> key to enter Q-Flash. Note: You can access Q-Flash 3.
by either pressing the <End> key during the POST or pressing the <F8> key in BIOS Setup. However, if the
BIOS update le is saved to a hard drive in RAID/AHCI mode or a hard drive attached to an independent
SATA controller, use the <End> key during the POST to access Q-Flash.
Because BIOS ashing is potentially risky, please do it with caution. Inadequate BIOS ashing may
result in system malfunction.
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B. Updating the BIOS
In the main menu of Q-Flash, use the keyboard or mouse to select an item to execute. When updating the
BIOS, choose the location where the BIOS le is saved. The following procedure assumes that you save the
BIOS le to a USB ash drive.
Step 1:
1. Insert the USB ash drive containing the BIOS le into the computer. In the main menu of Q-Flash, select
Update BIOS From Drive.
Step 2:
The process of the system reading the BIOS le from the USB ash drive is displayed on the screen. When
the message "Are you sure to update BIOS?" appears, select Yes to begin the BIOS update. The monitor will
display the update process.
Step 3:
When the update process is complete, select Reboot to reboot the system.
2. Select Flash Disk.
3. Select the BIOS update le.
The • Save Main BIOS to Drive option allows you to save the current BIOS le.
Q-Flash only supports USB ash drive or hard drives using FAT32/16/12 le system. •
If the BIOS update le is saved to a hard drive in RAID/AHCI mode or a hard drive attached to •
an independent SATA controller, use the <End> key during the POST to access Q-Flash.
Make sure the BIOS update le matches your motherboard model.
Do not turn off or restart the system when the system is reading/updating the BIOS. •
Do not remove the USB ash drive or hard drive when the system is updating the BIOS. •
Q-Flash Utility v1.00
Model Name : X79-UD7
BIOS Version : F1
BIOS Date : 10/26/2011
Flash Type/Size : MXIC 25L6465E/6406E 8MB
Update BIOS From Drive
Save BIOS to Drive
Return to BIOS setup
Select Device
Flash Disk
Q-Flash
BIOS update is completed.
Power off
Reboot
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Select Yes to load BIOS defaults
Step 4:
After the system reboots, you will see the new BIOS version on the POST screen.
Step 5:
During the POST, press <Delete> to enter BIOS Setup. Select Load Optimized Defaults on the Save & Exit
screen and press <Enter> to load BIOS defaults. System will re-detect all peripheral devices after a BIOS update,
so we recommend that you reload BIOS defaults.
Step 6:
Select Save & Exit Setup and press <Enter>. And then select Yes to save settings to CMOS and exit BIOS
Setup. The procedure is complete after the system restarts.
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4-2-2 Updating the BIOS with the @BIOS Utility
A. Before You Begin
In Windows, close all applications and TSR (Terminate and Stay Resident) programs. This helps prevent 1.
unexpected failures when performing a BIOS update.
During the BIOS update process, ensure the Internet connection is stable and do NOT interrupt the Internet
2.
connection (for example, avoid a power loss or switching off the Internet). Failure to do so may result in a
corrupted BIOS or a system that is unable to start.
Do not use the G.O.M. (GIGABYTE Online Management) function when using @BIOS.
3.
GIGABYTE product warranty does not cover any BIOS damage or system failure resulting from an 4.
inadequate BIOS ashing.
B. Using @BIOS
Make sure that the BIOS le to be ashed matches your motherboard model. Updating the
BIOS with an incorrect BIOS le could cause your system not to boot.
1. Update the BIOS Using the Internet Update Function:
Click Update BIOS from GIGABYTE Server, select the @BIOS server site closest to your location and
then download the BIOS le that matches your motherboard model. Follow the on-screen instructions to
complete.
2. Update the BIOS without Using the Internet Update Function:
Click Update BIOS from File, then select the location where you save the BIOS update le obtained from
the Internet or through other source. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete.
3. Save the Current BIOS File:
Click Save Current BIOS to File to save the current BIOS le.
4. Load BIOS Defaults after BIOS Update:
Select the Load CMOS default after BIOS update check box and then the system will automatically load
BIOS defaults after BIOS update and after the system restarts.
C. After Updating the BIOS
Restart your system after updating the BIOS.
If the BIOS update le for your motherboard is not present on the @BIOS server site, please
manually download the BIOS update le from GIGABYTE's website and follow the instructions in
"Update the BIOS without Using the Internet Update Function" below.
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4-3 EasyTune 6
GIGABYTE's EasyTune 6 is a simple and easy-to-use interface that allows users to ne-tune their system
settings or do overclock/overvoltage in Windows environment. The user-friendly EasyTune 6 interface also
includes tabbed pages for CPU and memory information, letting users read their system-related information
without the need to install additional software.
The EasyTune 6 Interface
Available functions in EasyTune 6 may differ by motherboard model. Grayed-out area(s) indicates that the item is not
congurable or the function is not supported.
Incorrectly doing overclock/overvoltage may result in damage to the hardware components such as CPU, chipset, and
memory and reduce the useful life of these components. Before you do the overclock/overvoltage, make sure that you
fully know each function of EasyTune 6, or system instability or other unexpected results may occur.
Tabs Information
Tab Function
The CPU tab provides information on the installed CPU and motherboard.
The Memory tab provides information on the installed memory module(s). You can select memory
module on a specic slot to see its information.
The Tuner tab allows you to change memory settings and voltages.
Quick Boost mode • provides you with 3 levels of CPU frequency/base clock to choose to
achieve desired system performance.
After making changes in Quick Boost mode or clicking Default to restore to default values, be
sure to restart your system for these changes to take effect.
Easy mode • provides information on CPU/memory.
Advanced mode • allows you to individually change system clock settings and voltages settings
using the sliders.
Save • allows you to save the current settings to a new prole (.txt le).
Load • allows you to load previous settings from a prole.
After making changes in Easy mode/Advanced mode, be sure to click Set for these changes to take
effect or click Default to restore to default values.
The Graphics tab allows you to change the core clock and memory clock for your ATI or NVIDIA
graphics card.
The Smart tab allows you to specify a Smart Fan mode. Smart Fan Advanced mode allows the fan
speed to be changed linearly based on the temperature thresholds you set.
The HW Monitor tab allows you to monitor hardware temperature, voltage and fan speed and set
temperature/fan speed alarm. You can choose the alert sound from the buzzer or use your own sound
le (.wav le).
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4-4 Q-Share
Q-Share is an easy and convenient data sharing tool. After conguring your LAN connection settings and Q-Share,
you are able to share your data with computers on the same network, making full use of Internet resources.
Directions for using Q-Share
After installing Q-Share from the motherboard driver disk, go to Start>All Programs>GIGABYTE>Q-Share.exe
to launch the Q-Share tool. Find the Q-Share icon in the notication area and right-click on this icon to
congure the data sharing settings.
(Note) This option is available only when data sharing is NOT enabled.
Figure 1. Data Sharing Disabled Figure 2. Data Sharing Enabled
Options Descriptions
Option Description
Connect ... Displays the computers with data sharing enabled
Enable Incoming Folder ... Enables data sharing
Disable Incoming Folder ... Disables data sharing
Open Incoming Folder :
C:\Q-ShareFolder
Accesses the shared data folder
Change Incoming Folder :
C:\Q-ShareFolder
Changes the data folder to be shared
(Note)
Update Q-Share ... Updates Q-Share online
About Q-Share ... Displays the current Q-Share version
Exit... Exits Q-Share
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4-5 Smart 6™
GIGABYTE Smart 6™
(Note 1)
is designed with user-friendliness in mind, and offers a combination of 6 innovative
software utilities that provide easier and smarter PC system management. Smart 6™ allows you to speed up
system performance, reduce boot-up time, manage a secure platform and recover specied les easily with a
click of the mouse button.
Instructions:
Select the Enable check box below the BIOS QuickBoot or OS
QuickBoot item and then click Save to save the settings.
SMART QuickBoot
SMART QuickBoot speeds up the system boot-up process and shortens the waiting time for entering
the operating system, delivering greater efciency for daily use.
Instructions:
Select a CPU performance boost level and restart your computer for
the changes to take effect.
SMART QuickBoost
SMART QuickBoost features quick and effortless CPU overclocking for novice and experienced
users alike; users simply click on one of the three levels of CPU performance enhancement, and
SMART QuickBoost automatically adjusts CPU performance.
Whether all SMART 6 functions are supported depends on the motherboard model.
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SMART Recovery 2
Smart Recovery 2 allows you to back up a partition as an image le every hour. You can use these
images to restore your system or les when needed.
Supported operating systems: Windows 7 and Vista. •
Smart Recovery 2 only supports NTFS le system.
•
You need to select the destination partition in Settings the rst time
•
you use Smart Recovery 2.
The
• Backup Now button will be available only after you log in
Windows for ten minutes.
Creating a backup:
Click the Settings button on the main menu. In the Settings dialog
box, select the source partition and destination partition and click OK.
The initial backup will start after 10 minutes and regular backup will be
performed hourly. Note: By default, all partitions on the system drive
are selected as the backup source. The backup destination cannot be
on the same partition as the backup source.
Recovering a le:
Click the File Recovery button on the main menu. Use the time slider on
the top of the popped out window to select a previous backup time. The
right pane will display the backed-up partitions in the backup destination
(in the My Backup folder). Browse to the le you want and copy it.
The Smart Recovery 2 main menu:
Button Function
Settings Allows you to select the source and destination partition
Backup Now Allows you to perform the backup immediately
File Recovery... Allows you to recover your les from the backup image
System
Recovery...
Allows you to recover your system from the backup
image
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SMART DualBIOS
SMART DualBIOS is a new feature that can record personal passwords and important dates,
and remind users of the dates. It also stores the recorded data in the main and backup BIOS
simultaneously, which can prevent loss of the data in case the system/hard drive fails.
Instructions:
Enter the Smart 6™ password to launch the SMART DualBIOS utility. You
can record personal passwords and important dates and set reminders
of these dates. Click Save to save the settings and click Exit to exit.
Recovering your system with Smart Recovery 2 (Windows 7 only):
Steps:
Click the
1. System Recovery button on the main menu.
Select the partition where your backup is saved. 2.
Use the time slider to select a time point. 3.
Select a partition backup created on the selected time point and 4.
click Restore.
Conrm whether to restart your system to proceed with the restore 5.
immediately or later. Once you respond "Yes" the system will restart to
the Windows recovery environment. Follow the onscreen instructions
to restore your system.
Recovering your system using the original Windows installation disk:
In case Windows or your hard drive has serious errors, use the original Windows installation disk for system recovery.
Steps:
Restart your computer to boot from the original Windows installation disk.
1.
When the Windows installation screen appears, select your language and click 2. Next.
Select 3. Repair your computer.
Select 4. Restore your computer using a system image that you created earlier and then click Next.
Select the backup you want to use and then follow the on-screen instructions to complete. 5.
For Windows Vista, refer to the steps below to use the original •
Windows installation disk for system recovery.
All of your les and programs will be deleted and replaced with those
•
on the selected backup. If needed, be sure to make a copy of your
data before the restore.
For further instructions, refer to the Help le of Smart Recovery 2.
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(Note 1) When launching Smart 6™ for the rst time, the system will request you to set up a password. This password is
required when you activate SMART DualBIOS or when you want to make changes to the SMART Recorder or
SMART TimeLock settings.
(Note 2) You will not be able to use the "Safely Remove Hardware" feature in the operating system with SMART Recorder
enabled. To remove an external storage device, unplug it directly from your computer (please note that doing so
may result in damage to the hardware device or loss of data).
(Note 3)
You can set the User Password in the system BIOS Setup program to prevent the system time being changed by other
users.
Instructions:
Select the Enable check box at the bottom of the ON/OFF Recorder
or File Monitor tab to enable the recording of system on/off time or
les copying. Entering the Smart 6™ password is required before you
make any changes to the previous settings.
Instructions
(Note 3)
:
Click the lock icon on the bottom left corner and enter the Smart 6™
password. Set the time when a user can or cannot use your computer
for weekdays and weekends. Click Save to save the settings and click
Exit to exit.
The Smart TimeLock Alert:
An alert will appear 15 minutes and 1 minute prior to the default shutdown time.
When the alert appears, you can enter the Smart 6™ password to extend the usage
time or click Cancel to close the alert. If you respond Cancel, you will be requested
to enter the password to extend the usage time again when the default shutdown
time arrives, or the computer will shutdown right away.
SMART Recorder
SMART Recorder monitors and records the activities in a system such as the time when the computer
was turned on/off or even when large data les were moved within the hard drive or copied to an
external storage device
(Note 2)
.
SMART TimeLock
SMART TimeLock allows users to effectively manage computer usage time with simple rules and
options.
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With GIGABYTE eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D)
(Note 1)
, users can quickly congure a RAID-
ready system for RAID 0 when a new SATA drive is added. For a RAID 0 array that already
exists, users also can use X.H.D to easily add a hard drive into the array to expand its
capacity. All with a simple click of a button, X.H.D helps to enhance your hard drive read/
write performance without the need for complex and time-consuming congurations. The
following procedure details the steps to set up a RAID-ready system and congure it for RAID 0.
B. Using GIGABYTE eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D)
(Note 1) The X.H.D utility only supports the SATA controllers integrated in the Intel Chipset.
(Note 2) It is recommended that before you run the X.H.D utility, back up all of your data to avoid risk of hardware
damage or lost of data.
(Note 3) If you manually build a non-RAID 0 array, you'll not be able to automatically set up a RAID 0 array
later using the Auto function.
1. To automatically set up a RAID 0 array:
Click Auto to automatically and quickly set up a RAID 0 array.
2. To manually set up a RAID array
(Note 3)
:
Click Manual to access the Intel Rapid Storage Technology, with which you can build a RAID 0, RAID 1,
or other supported RAID array depending on your needs and hardware components.
3. Exits the X.H.D utility:
Click Cancel to exit the X.H.D utility.
Instructions
(Note 2)
:
Before launching X.H.D, make sure the newly added harddrive
has equal or greater capacity than the RAID-ready system
drive. (To add a new hard drive into a RAID 0 array that's been
created earlier, make sure the new drive is greater than or
equal to the biggest drive in the array.)
4-6 eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D)
A. Setting Up a RAID-Ready System
Step 1: Congure the system BIOS
Enter the system BIOS Setup program to enable RAID for the Intel SATA controllers.
Step 2: Install the RAID driver and operating system
The X.H.D utility supports Windows 7/Vista/XP. Before installing the operating system, you have to load the SATA
controller driver rst. Without the driver, the hard drive may not be recognized during the Windows setup process.
(For more details, refer to Chapter 5, "Installing the SATA RAID/AHCI Driver and Operating System." )
Step 3: Install the motherboard drivers and the X.H.D utiltiy
After installing the operating system, insert the motherboard driver disk. You can click the Xpress Install All
button to automatically install all motherboard drivers, including the X.H.D utility. Or you can go to the Application
Software screen to individually install the X.H.D utility later.
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4-7 Cloud OC
Cloud OC
(Note 1)
is an easy-to-use overclocking utility designed for system overclocking
via virtually any Internet-connected device, such as a smart phone, iPhone, notebook
PC, etc. By simply connecting to an Internet browser via LAN, wireless LAN, or Bluetooth
(Note 2)
and logging in to the Cloud OC server, you can easily access three major functions of Cloud OC, including
Tuner (system tweaking), System Info (system monitoring), and Control (system status control).
A. Launching Cloud OC
B. Directions for use
(Note 3)
Step 1:
The rst time you launch Cloud OC, the system will request you to set up a password which will be required for login to the
Cloud OC server.
Tuner
• (System Tweaking):
The Tuner tab provides a full range of tweaking options that include CPU, memory,
graphics, and PCIe frequencies and voltages. Click the <+> or <-> button under
an item you want to congure or directly enter a value, and click Set XXXX to
complete.
System Info
• (System Monitoring):
The System Info tab enables real time PC system status monitoring for values such
as CPU temperature, cooling fan speeds, CPU VCore and system temperature.
Control
• (System Status Control):
The Control tab allows for controlling system power states with restart, power off,
suspend, and hibernate options.
Step 2:
Find the Cloud OC icon
in the notication area and
right click the icon to select
Start Server to launch the
Cloud OC server. The Cloud
OC serv er will provide a
dedicated IP and you can
enter this IP address in an
Internet-connected browser
to log in to the Cloud OC
server later.
Step 3:
When the Cloud OC
web page appears,
click Login, enter the
previously congured
password, and then
click Send and you
will be able to view
your system status.
(Note 1) Supported on Windows 7, Vista, and XP. For Windows XP, be sure to update Internet Explorer to version 7.0 or later. When
using Cloud OC, make sure the Internet connection is normal. Cloud OC will be unable to connect to the remote computer
when the Internet is disconnected or when the remote computer is in power off , standby, or hibernation mode.
(Note 2) Bluetooth PAN (Personal Area Network) support is required.
(Note 3) Available functions may differ by motherboard model.
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4-8 TouchBIOS
TouchBIOS allows you to congure your BIOS settings in Windows environment with a click of your mouse
and a touch of your screen.
The TouchBIOS Interface
Button Information Table
Button
Description
Button
Description
Allows you to change CPU ratio, BCLK, memory
speed, Vcore and memory voltages.
Allows you to congure Integrated Peripherals
settings.
Al lows you to configure Advanc ed BI OS
Features.
Allows you to congure Power Management
settings.
Enables QuickBoost utility. Provides quick and
effortless CPU overclockin g for novice and
experienced users alike.
Loads Optimized Defaults.
Displays system health status, including system
temperature, fan speeds, and voltage values.
Enables @BIOS utility to update the BIOS.
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Chapter 5 Appendix
5-1 Conguring SATA Hard Drive(s)
To congure SATA hard drive(s), follow the steps below:
Install SATA hard drive(s) in your computer. A.
Congure SATA controller mode in BIOS Setup.B.
Congure a RAID array in RAID BIOS.C.
(Note 1)
Install the SATA RAID/AHCI driver and operating system. D.
(Note 2)
Before you begin
Please prepare:
At least two SATA hard drives (to ensure optimal performance, it is recommended that you use two hard •
drives with identical model and capacity). If you do not want to create RAID, you may prepare only one
hard drive.
Windows 7/Vista/XP •
(Note 3)
setup disk.
Motherboard driver disk. •
A USB oppy disk drive (needed during Windows XP installation) •
(Note 3)
An empty formatted oppy disk (needed during Windows XP installation) •
(Note 3)
RAID Levels
(Note 1) Skip this step if you do not want to create RAID array on the SATA controller.
(Note 2) Required when the SATA controller is set to AHCI or RAID mode.
(Note 3) The X79 SATA RAID/AHCI driver does not support Windows XP 32-bit. To install Windows XP 64-bit,
search for the installation instructions on the Support & Downloads\FAQ page on our website.
(Note 4) 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.
5-1-1 Conguring Intel X79 SATA Controllers
A. Installing SATA hard drive(s) in your computer
Attach one end of the SATA signal cable to the rear of the SATA hard drive and the other end to available SATA
port on the motherboard. If there is more than one SATA controller on your motherboard, refer to "Chapter 1,"
"Hardware Installation," to identify the SATA controller for the SATA port. (For example, on this motherboard, the
SATA3 0/1
(Note 4)
and SATA2 2/3/4/5 ports are supported by the X79 Chipset.) Then connect the power connector
from your power supply to the hard drive.
RAID 0 RAID 1 RAID 5 RAID 10
Minimum
Number of Hard
Drives
≥2 2 ≥3 ≥4
Array Capacity Number of hard
drives * Size of the
smallest drive
Size of the smallest
drive
(Number of hard
drives -1) * Size of
the smallest drive
(Number of hard
drives/2) * Size of the
smallest drive
Fault Tolerance No Yes Yes Yes
Appendix - 82 -
The BIOS Setup menus described in this section may differ from the exact settings for your motherboard.
The actual BIOS Setup menu options you will see shall depend on the motherboard you have and
the BIOS version.
B. Conguring SATA controller mode in BIOS Setup
Make sure to congure the SATA controller mode correctly in system BIOS Setup.
Step 1:
Turn on your computer and press <Delete> to enter BIOS Setup during the POST (Power-On Self-Test). To
create RAID, set Intel SATA Controller Mode under the Peripherals menu to RAID Mode (Figure 1) (AHCI
mode by default). If you do not want to create RAID, set this item to IDE Mode or AHCI Mode.
Step 2:
Save changes and exit BIOS Setup.
Figure 1
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C. Conguring a RAID array in RAID BIOS
Enter the RAID BIOS setup utility to congure a RAID array. Skip this step and proceed with the installation of
Windows operating system for a non-RAID conguration.
Step 1:
After the POST memory test begins and before the operating system boot begins, look for a message which
says "Press <Ctrl-I> to enter Conguration Utility" (Figure 2). Press <Ctrl> + <I> to enter the RAID Conguration
Utility.
Figure 2
Step 2:
After you press <Ctrl> + <I>, the MAIN MENU screen will appear (Figure 3).
Create RAID Volume
If you want to create a RAID array, select Create RAID Volume in MAIN MENU and press <Enter>.
Figure 3
Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology enterprise - SATA Option ROM - 3.0.0.1184
Copyright(C) 2003-11 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved.
3. Reset Disks to Non-RAID
4. Exit
RAID Volumes :
None dened.
Physical Deivces :
ID Device Model Serial # Size Type/Status(Vol ID)
0 ST3120026AS 3JT354CP 111.7GB Non-RAID Disk
1 ST3120026AS 3JT329JX 111.7GB Non-RAID Disk
[hi]-Select [ESC]-Exit [ENTER]-Select Menu
[ DISK/VOLUME INFORMATION ]
[ MAIN MENU ]
1. Create RAID Volume
2. Delete RAID Volume
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Copyright(C) 2003-11 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved.
RAID Volumes :
None dened.
Physical Devices :
ID Device Model Serial # Size Type/Status(Vol ID)
0 ST3120026AS 3JT354CP 111.7GB Non-RAID Disk
1 ST3120026AS 3JT329JX 111.7GB Non-RAID Disk
Press <CTRL - I> to enter Conguration Utility..
Appendix - 84 -
Step 3:
After entering the CREATE VOLUME MENU screen, enter a volume name with 1~16 letters (letters cannot be
special characters) under the Name item and press <Enter>. Then, select a RAID level (Figure 4). RAID levels
supported include RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10, and RAID 5 (the selections available depend on the number of
the hard drives being installed). Press <Enter> to proceed.
Step 4:
Under Disks item, select the hard drives to be included in the RAID array. If only two hard drives are installed,
they will be automatically assigned to the array. Set the stripe block size (Figure 5) if necessary. The stripe block
size can be set from 4 KB to 128 KB. Once you have selected the stripe block size, press <Enter>.
Figure 4
Figure 5
Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology enterprise - SATA Option ROM - 3.0.0.1184
Copyright(C) 2003-11 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved.
RAID0: Stripes data (performance).
[hi]-Change [TAB]-Next [ESC]-Previous Menu [ENTER]-Select
[ HELP ]
Name : Volume0
RAID Level : RAID0(Stripe)
Disks : Select Disks
Strip Size : 128KB
Capacity : 111.7 GB
Create Volume
[ CREATE VOLUME MENU ]
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Copyright(C) 2003-11 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved.
The following are typical values:
RAID0 - 128KB
RAID10 - 64KB
RAID5 - 64KB
[hi]-Change [TAB]-Next [ESC]-Previous Menu [ENTER]-Select
[ HELP ]
[ CREATE VOLUME MENU ]
Name : Volume0
RAID Level : RAID0(Stripe)
Disks : Select Disks
Strip Size : 128KB
Capacity : 111.7 GB
Create Volume
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Step 5:
Enter the array capacity and press <Enter>. Finally press <Enter> on the Create Volume item to begin creating
the RAID array. When prompted to conrm whether to create this volume, press <Y> to conrm or <N> to
cancel (Figure 6).
When completed, you can see detailed information about the RAID array in the DISK/VOLUME INFORMATION
section, including the RAID level, stripe block size, array name, and array capacity, etc. (Figure 7)
To exit the RAID BIOS utility, press <Esc> or select 4. Exit in MAIN MENU.
Now, you can proceed to install the SATA RAID/AHCI driver and operating system.
Figure 6
Figure 7
Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology enterprise - SATA Option ROM - 3.0.0.1184
Copyright(C) 2003-11 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved.
Press ENTER to create the specied volume.
[hi]-Change [TAB]-Next [ESC]-Previous Menu [ENTER]-Select
[ HELP ]
Name : Volume0
RAID Level : RAID0(Stripe)
Disks : Select Disks
Strip Size : 128 KB
Capacity : 111.7 GB
Create Volume
[ CREATE VOLUME MENU ]
WARNING : ALL DATA ON SELECTED DISKS WILL BE LOST.
Are you sure you want to create this volume? (Y/N) :
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Copyright(C) 2003-11 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved.
RAID Volumes :
ID Name Level Strip Size Status Bootable
0 Volume0 RAID0(Stripe) 128KB 223.6GB Normal Yes
Physical Devices :
ID Device Model Serial # Size Type/Status(Vol ID)
0 ST3120026AS 3JT354CP 111.7GB Member Disk(0)
1 ST3120026AS 3JT329JX 111.7GB Member Disk(0)
[hi]-Select [ESC]-Exit [ENTER]-Select Menu
[ DISK/VOLUME INFORMATION ]
[ MAIN MENU ]
3. Reset Disks to Non-RAID
4. Exit
1. Create RAID Volume
2. Delete RAID Volume
Appendix - 86 -
Delete RAID Volume
To delete a RAID array, select Delete RAID Volume in MAIN MENU and press <Enter>. In the DELETE
VOLUME MENU section, use the up or down arrow key to select the array to be deleted and press <Delete>.
When prompted to conrm your selection (Figure 8), press <Y> to conrm or <N> to abort.
Figure 8
Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology enterprise - SATA Option ROM - 3.0.0.1184
Copyright(C) 2003-11 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved.
Deleting a volume will reset the disks to non-RAID.
WARNING: ALL DISK DATA WILL BE DELETED.
[hi]-Select [ESC]- Previous Menu [DEL]-Delete Volume
[ HELP ]
[ DELETE VOLUME MENU ]
Name Level Drives Capacity Status Bootable
Volume0 RAID0(Stripe) 2 223.6GB Normal Yes
ALL DATA IN THE VOLUME WILL BE LOST!
(This does not apply to Recovery volumes)
Are you sure you want to delete "Volume0"? (Y/N) :
[ DELETE VOLUME VERIFICATION ]
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5-1-2 Conguring Marvell 88SE9172 SATA Controllers
A. Installing SATA hard drive(s) in your computer
Attach one end of the SATA signal cable to the rear of the SATA hard drive and the other end to available
SATA port on the motherboard. The Marvell 88SE9172 SATA controllers control the onboard GSATA3 6/7/8/9
connectors. Then connect the power connector from your power supply to the hard drive.
B. Conguring SATA controller and RAID mode in BIOS Setup
Make sure to congure the SATA controller mode correctly in system BIOS Setup.
Step 1:
Turn on your computer and press <Delete> to enter BIOS Setup during the POST. To create RAID, go to
Peripherals and set GSATA Controller on the Marvell ATA Controller Conguration submenu to RAID
Mode (Figure 2) (AHCI mode by default). If you do not want to create RAID, set this item to IDE Mode or
AHCI Mode.
Figure 1
The BIOS Setup menus described in this section may differ from the exact settings for your motherboard.
The actual BIOS Setup menu options you will see shall depend on the motherboard you have and
the BIOS version.
Appendix - 88 -
Figure 2
Step 2:
Save changes and exit BIOS Setup.
Figure 3
C. Conguring a RAID array in RAID BIOS
Enter the RAID BIOS setup utility to congure a RAID array. Skip this step and proceed to the installation of
Windows operating system for a non-RAID conguration.
After the POST memory test begins and before the operating system boot begins, look for a message which
says "Press <Ctrl>+<M> to enter BIOS Setup or <Space> to continue" (Figure 3). Press <Ctrl> + <M> to enter
the RAID setup utility.
Marvell 88SE91xx Adapter - BIOS Version 1.0.1.0025
PCIe x2 5.0Gbps
Mode: RAID
[Virtual Disks]
No Virtual Disk!
[Physical Disks]
Adapter 0
Port Disk Name Size Max Speed
S0 SATA: WDC WD800JD-22LSA0 76.3GB SATA 3Gb/s
S1 SATA: WDC WD800JD-22LSA0 76.3GB SATA 3Gb/s
Press <Ctrl>+<M> to enter BIOS Setup or <Space> to continue_
The rst GSATA Controller item controls the "GSATA3 6" and "GSATA3 7" connectors. The second
GSATA Controller item controls the "GSATA3 8" and "GSATA3 9" connectors.
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On the main screen of the RAID setup utility (Figure 4), use the left or right arrow key to move through tabs.
Figure 4
ENTER/SPACE: Select, ESC: Back/Exit
Adapter 0
[ Adapter ] [ Devices ] [ RAID ]
Vendor ID Device ID: 1B4B:91A2
BIOS Version: 1.0.1.0025
PCI Slot: 00
IRQ Number: 0A
Raid Mode: RAID0 RAID1
Marvell BIOS Setup (c) 2009 Marvell Technology Group Ltd.
Figure 5
Create a RAID Array:
Step 1: On the main screen, press <Enter> on the RAID tab. Then the RAID Cong menu appears (Figure 5).
Press <Enter> on the Create VD item.
ENTER/SPACE: Select, ESC: Back/Exit
[ Adapter] [ Devices]
Marvell BIOS Setup (c) 2009 Marvell Technology Group Ltd.
[ RAID ]
Delete VD
Wipe out disk
Spare Management
RAID Cong
Create VD
Appendix - 90 -
Figure 6
Step 2: The next screen displays the two hard drives you installed. Press <Enter> or <Space> on the two hard
drives respectively to add them into the RAID array. Selected hard drives are marked with an asterisk (Figure
6). Then press <Enter> on NEXT.
ENTER/SPACE: Select, ESC: Back/Exit
[ Adapter] [ Devices]
Marvell BIOS Setup (c) 2009 Marvell Technology Group Ltd.
[ RAID ]
RAID Cong
Port Disk Name Size Max Speed Status
* S1 SATA: WDC WD800JD-22LSA0 76.3GB SATA 3Gb/s FREE
NEXT
Select free disks to create
* S0 SATA: WDC WD800JD-22LSA0 76.3GB SATA 3Gb/s FREE
Figure 7
Step 3: On the Create VD menu (Figure 7), use the up or down arrow key to move the selection bar to select
an item and press <Enter> to display options. Set the required items in sequence and press the down arrow
key to proceed to the next item.
Sequence:
RAID Level:
1. Select a RAID level. Options include RAID 0 (Stripe) and RAID 1 (Mirror).
Stripe Size:2. Select the stripe block size. Options include 32 KB, 64 KB, and 128 KB.
Quick Init:3. Select whether to quickly erase old data on the hard drives when creating the array.
Cache Mode:4. Select write-back or write-through cache.
VD Name:5. Enter an array name with 1~10 letters (letters cannot be special characters).
ENTER/SPACE: Select, ESC: Back/Exit
[ Adapter] [ Devices]
Marvell BIOS Setup (c) 2009 Marvell Technology Group Ltd.
[ RAID ]
RAID Cong
Port Disk Name Size Max Speed Status
* S0 SATA: WDC WD800JD-22LSA0 76.3GB SATA 3Gb/s FREE
* S1 SATA: WDC WD800JD-22LSA0 76.3GB SATA 3Gb/s FREE
Select free disks to create
RAID Level :
Max Size (MB): 152478
Stripe Size : 64KB
Quick Init : NO
Cache Mode : WriteBack
VD Name :
Disks ID : 01
NEXT
Create VD
RAID0
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NEXT: 6. After completing the settings above, move to NEXT and press <Enter> to begin creating the array.
When prompted to conrm, press <Y> to conrm or <N> to cancel (Figure 8).
[ Adapter] [ Devices]
Marvell BIOS Setup (c) 2009 Marvell Technology Group Ltd.
[ RAID ]
Create the VD?[Y]
RAID Cong
Port Disk Name Size Max Speed Status
* S0 SATA: WDC WD800JD-22LSA0 76.3GB SATA 3Gb/s FREE
* S1 SATA: WDC WD800JD-22LSA0 76.3GB SATA 3Gb/s FREE
NEXT
Select free disks to create
RAID Level : RAID0
Max Size (MB): 152478
Stripe Size : 64KB
Quick Init : NO
Cache Mode : WriteBack
VD Name : GBT
Disk ID : 01
Create VD
NEXT
Figure 8
To exit the RAID BIOS utility, press <Esc> on the main screen and press <Y> to conrm.
Now, you can proceed to install the operating system.
When completed, the RAID tab will display the new array. (Figure 9)
Figure 9
ENTER/SPACE: Select, ESC: Back/Exit
[ Adapter ] [ Devices ] [ RAID ]
Marvell BIOS Setup (c) 2009 Marvell Technology Group Ltd.
[Virtual Disks]
ID Name Size Level Status Stripe CacheMode
0 GBT 152.4GB RAID0 ONLINE 64KB WriteBack
[Physical Disks]
Port Disk Name Size Max Speed Status
S0 SATA: WDC WD800JD-22LSA0 76.3GB SATA 3Gb/s ASSIGNED
S1 SATA: WDC WD800JD-22LSA0 76.3GB SATA 3Gb/s ASSIGNED
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Delete the RAID Array:
To deleted the existing array, press <Enter> on the RAID tab and select Delete VD. When the Delete VD menu
appears, press <Enter> on the array to select it and then press <Enter> on NEXT. When prompted, press <Y> to
conrm (Figure 10).
When the message "Do you want to delete the VD's MBR?" appears, press <Y> to clear
the MBR or press other keys to ignore.
Figure 10
[ Adapter] [ Devices]
Marvell BIOS Setup (c) 2009 Marvell Technology Group Ltd.
[ RAID ]
Create the VD?[Y]
RAID Cong
ID Name Size Level Status Stripe CacheMode
* 0 GBT 152.4GB RAID0 ONLINE 64KB WriteBack
NEXT
Delete VD
Use the Marvell Storage Utility in the Operating System:
With the Marvell Storage utility, you can set up an array or view the current array status in the operating system.
To install the utility, insert the motherboard driver disk, then go to Application Software\Install Application
Software and select Marvell Storage Utility to install. Note: After the installation, you must login the utility
with the same account name and password that you use to login the operating system. If you did not set
the account password before, click Login to enter the Marvell Storage Utility directly. Please note that if you
set the hard drive(s) to IDE or AHCI mode, it is normal that you will not see the hard drive(s) in the Marvell
Storage Utility.
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5-1-3 Installing the SATA RAID/AHCI Driver and Operating System
With the correct BIOS settings, you are ready to install the operating system.
A. Installing Windows 7/Vista
(The following instructions use Windows 7 as the example operating system.)
Step 1:
Boot from the Windows 7/Vista setup disk and perform standard OS installation steps. When you arrive at the
"Where do you want to install Windows?" screen, select Load Driver.
Step 2:
Insert the motherboard driver disk and then browse to the location of the driver. The locations of the drivers
are as follows:
For the Intel X79:
RAID/AHCI driver for Windows 32-Bit:\BootDrv\iRST\32Bit
RAID/AHCI driver for Windows 64-Bit:\BootDrv\iRST\64Bit
For the Marvell 88SE9172:
RAID driver for Windows 32-bit: \BootDrv\Marvell\RAID\i386
RAID driver for Windows 64-bit: \BootDrv\Marvell\RAID\amd64
AHCI driver for Windows 32-bit: \BootDrv\Marvell\AHCI\Floppy32
AHCI driver for Windows 64-bit: \BootDrv\Marvell\AHCI\Floppy64
Step 3:
For Intel X79, select Intel(R) C600 Series Chipset SATA RAID Controller (Figure 1). For Marvell 88SE9172,
select Marvell 91xx SATA 6G RAID Controller (Figure 2). Click Next to load the driver and continue the OS
installation.
Figure 1
Figure 2
Appendix - 94 -
Figure 3
B. Installing Windows XP (For the Marvell 88SE9172)
(Note)
Before installing Windows XP, connect a USB oppy disk drive to your computer rst because you need to install
the SATA RAID/AHCI driver from a oppy disk that contains the driver during the OS installation. Without the
driver, the hard drive(s) may not be recognized during the Windows setup process. First, copy the driver from
the motherboard driver disk to a oppy disk. Refer to the methods below.
Method A:
For RAID mode, copy all les in the • \BootDrv\Marvell\RAID\Floppy32 folder to your oppy disk. To install
Windows 64-Bit, copy the les in the Floppy64 folder.
For AHCI mode, depending on whether you want to install the 32- or 64-bit version, copy the les in the •
AHCI\Floppy32 or AHCI\Floppy64 folder.
Method B:
Steps:
Use an alternative system and insert the motherboard driver disk.1:
From your optical drive folder, double click the 2: Menu.exe le in the BootDrv folder. A Command Prompt
window will open similar to that in Figure 3.
Insert the blank formatted disk (if you're using a USB oppy disk drive, make sure it is designated as drive 3:
A). Select the controller driver by pressing the corresponding letter from the menu and press <Enter>. For
example, from the menu in Figure 3, select 7) Marvell RAID driver. (For AHCI drive(s), select Marvell
AHCI driver.)
Your system will then automatically copy the driver les to the oppy disk. Press any key to exit when
nished.
(Note) The X79 SATA RAID/AHCI driver does not support Windows XP 32-bit. To install Windows XP 64-bit,
search for the installation instructions on the Support & Downloads\FAQ page on our website.
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Refer to the following for installing the driver during the Windows setup process.
Step 1:
Restart your system to boot from the Windows XP setup disk and press <F6> as soon as you see the message
"Press F6 if you need to install a 3rd party SCSI or RAID driver." A screen will then appear asking you to specify
an additional SCSI adapter. Press <S>.
Step 3:
On the next screen, press <Enter> to continue the driver installation. After the driver installation, you can proceed
with the Windows XP installation.
Step 2:
Insert the oppy disk containing the SATA RAID/AHCI driver and press <Enter>. Select either the 32-bit or
64-bit items depending on whether you want to install the 32-bit or 64-bit version of Windows XP (Figure 4).
Both of the Marvell shared library and Marvell 91xx SATA Controller need to be installed. Below we assume
that you are installing the 32-bit version. First select Marvell shared library for 32bit (install rst) and press
<Enter>. On the next screen, press <S> to return to the screen in Figure 4. Then select Marvell 91xx SATA
Controller 32bit Driver and press <Enter>. When both of the two drivers appear on the conrmation screen,
press <Enter> to continue the driver installation.
Figure 4
Windows Setup
You have chosen to congure a SCSI Adapter for use with Windows,
using a device support disk provided by an adapter manufacturer.
Select the SCSI Adapter you want from the following list, or press ESC
to return to the previous screen.
ENTER=Select F3=Exit
Marvell shared library for 32bit (install rst)
Marvell 91xx SATA Controller 32bit Driver
Marvell shared library for 64bit (install rst)
Marvell 91xx SATA Controller 64bit Driver
Appendix - 96 -
C. Rebuilding an Array
Rebuilding is the process of restoring data to a hard drive from other drives in the array. Rebuilding applies
only to fault-tolerant arrays such as RAID 1, RAID 5, and RAID 10 arrays. The procedures below assume a
new drive is added to replace a failed drive to rebuild a RAID 1 array. (Note: The new drive must have equal or
greater capacity than the old one.)
For the Intel X79:
Turn off your computer and replace the failed hard drive with a new one. Restart your computer.
Enabling Automatic Rebuild •
Step 1:
When the message "Press <Ctrl-I> to enter Conguration Utility" appears, press <Ctrl> + <I> to enter the RAID
Conguration Utility. The following screen appears after you enter the RAID Conguration Utility.
Step 2:
Select the new hard drive to add into the array to be rebuilt and press <Enter>. The following screen appears,
indicating that an automatic rebuild will be performed after you enter the operating system. You can access Intel
Rapid Storage Technology enterprise from All Programs in the Start menu. You will see that the status of
the array displays as Rebuilding. If you do not enable automatic rebuild on this stage, you have to manually
rebuild the array in the operating system (see the next page for more details).
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3. Reset Disks to Non-RAID
4. Exit
RAID Volumes :
None dened.
Physical Disks :
ID Drive Model Serial # Size Type/Status(Vol ID)
0 ST3120026AS 3JT354CP 111.7GB Member Disk (0)
1 WDC WD800JD-22LS WD-WMAM9W736333 111.7GB Non-RAID Disk
[hi]-Select [ESC]-Exit [ENTER]-Select Menu
[ DISK/VOLUME INFORMATION ]
[ MAIN MENU ]
1. Create RAID Volume
2. Delete RAID Volume
[ DEGRADED VOLUME DETECTED ]
[hi]-Previous/Next [ENTER]-Select [ESC]-Exit
"Degraded volume and disk available for rebuilding detected. Selecting
a disk initiates a rebuild. Rebuild completes in the operating system.
Select the port of the destination disk for rebuilding (ESC to exit):
Port Drive Model Serial # Size
1 WDC WD800JD-22LS WD-WMAM9W736333 111.7GB
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RAID Volumes :
ID Name Level Strip Size Status Bootable
0 Volume0 RAID1(Mirror) N/A 111.7GB Rebuild Yes
Physical Devices :
ID Devices Model Serial # Size Type/Status(Vol ID)
0 ST3120026AS 3JT354CP 111.7GB Member Disk (0)
1 WDC WD800JD-22LS WD-WMAM9W736333 111.7GB Member Disk (0)
[hi]-Select [ESC]-Exit [ENTER]-Select Menu
[ DISK/VOLUME INFORMATION ]
Volumes with "Rebuild" status will be rebuilt within the operating system.
[ MAIN MENU ]
3. Reset Disks to Non-RAID
4. Exit
1. Create RAID Volume
2. Delete RAID Volume
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Performing the Rebuild in the Operating System •
While in the operating system, make sure the Chipset driver and Intel Rapid Storage Technology Enterprise
RAID Port Drivers have been installed from the motherboard driver disk. Then launch Intel Rapid Storage
Technology enterprise from All Programs in the Start menu.
Step 1:
On the right panel of the screen, click Rebuild to
another disk under Volume Properties.
The Status item on the right of the screen and
the Information section on the bottom display
the rebuild progress.
Step 2:
Select a new drive to rebuild the RAID and click
Rebuild.
Step 3:
After the RAID volume rebuilding, the Status will
display as Normal.
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Step 2:
The new hard drive will be displayed on the screen. Press <Enter> or <Space> on the new hard drive to select
it and then press <Enter> on NEXT. When prompted, press <Y> to conrm. The new hard drive is now set as a
Spare drive.
For the Marvell 88SE9172:
Turn off your computer and replace the failed hard drive with a new one. Restart your computer. To enable an
automatic rebuild in the operating system, you have to set the new hard drive as a Spare drive in the RAID
setup utility rst.
Enabling Automatic Rebuild •
Step 1:
When the message "Press <Ctrl>+<M> to enter BIOS Setup or <Space> to continue" appears, press <Ctrl> +
<M> to enter the RAID setup utility. On the main screen,
press <Enter> on the RAID tab and then press <Enter>
on Spare Management.
ENTER/SPACE: Select, ESC: Back/Exit
[ Adapter] [ Devices]
Marvell BIOS Setup (c) 2009 Marvell Technology Group Ltd.
[ RAID ]
Create VD
Delete VD
Wipe out disk
RAID Cong
Spare Management
ENTER/SPACE: Select, ESC: Back/Exit
[ Adapter] [ Devices]
Marvell BIOS Setup (c) 2009 Marvell Technology Group Ltd.
[ RAID ]
RAID Cong
Port Disk Name Size Max Speed Status
NEXT
Spare Management
* S0 SATA: WDC WD800JD-22LSA0 76.3GB SATA 3Gb/s FREE
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Manually Rebuilding RAID 1 in the Operating System •
You can manually rebuild a RAID 1 array without setting the new hard drive as a Spare drive in the RAID setup
utility rst. While in the operating system, open the Marvell Storage Utility and login.
Under Virtual Disk 0, the Property tab displays the
rebuild progress on the right of the Background Activity
Progress item, indicating that the RAID volume is
being rebuilt. When completed, the status will display
as Done.
Step 1:
Under Virtual Disk 0, click the Operation tab and select
Rebuild.
Step 2:
The screen will display the new hard drive. Click on the
hard drive to select it and click the Submit button to
begin the rebuild.
Step 3:
Make sure you have installed the Marvell RAID driver and Marvell Storage Utility from the motherboard driver
disk. While in the operating system, launch the Marvell Storage Utility from
Start\All Programs\Marvell Storage
Utility\Marvell Tray, right-click on the icon in the notication area, and select Open MSU. Then login the
Marvell Storage Utility.
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5-2-1 Conguring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio
The motherboard provides ve audio jacks on the back
panel which support 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel
(Note)
audio.
The picture to the right shows the default audio jack
assignments.
The integrated HD (High Denition) audio provides jack
retasking capability that allows the user to change the
function for each jack through the audio driver.
For example, in a 4-channel audio conguration, if
a Side speaker is plugged into the default Center/Subwoofer speaker out jack, you can retask the Center/
Subwoofer speaker out jack to be Side speaker out.
5-2 Conguring Audio Input and Output
High Denition Audio (HD Audio)
HD Audio includes multiple high quality digital-to-analog converters (DACs) that support 44.1KHz/48KHz/
96KHz/192KHz sampling rate. HD Audio features multistreaming capabilities that allow multiple audio streams
(in and out) to be simultaneously processed. For example, users can listen to MP3 music, have an Internet chat,
make a telephone call over the Internet, and etc. all at the same time.
A. Conguring Speakers
(The following instructions use Windows 7 as the example operating system.)
To install a microphone, connect your microphone to the Mic in jack and manually congure the •
jack for microphone functionality.
To congure 4/5.1/7.1-channel audio, you have to retask one of the audio jacks to be Side speaker •
out through the audio driver.
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 instructions on the next page.
Center/Subwoofer
Speaker Out
Line In
Rear Speaker Out
Front Speaker Out
Mic In
Step 1:
After installing the audio driver, the HD Audio Manager
icon will appear in the notication area. Double-click
the icon to access the HD Audio Manager.
(Note) 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio Congurations:
Refer to the following for multi-channel speaker congurations.
2-channel audio: Headphone or Line out. •
4-channel audio: Front speaker out and Side speaker out. •
5.1-channel audio: Front speaker out, Side speaker out, and Center/Subwoofer speaker out. •
7.1-channel audio: Front speaker out, Rear speaker out, Center/Subwoofer speaker out, and Side speaker out. •
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