Gigabyte A520M DS3H V2 User Manual

Gigabyte A520M DS3H V2 Manual

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    A520M DS3H V2 User's Manual Rev. 1001 For more product details, please visit GIGABYTE's website. https://www.gigabyte.com/Motherboard/A520M-DS3H-V2-rev-10?m=ma#kf GIGABYTE will reduce paper use in order to fulfill the responsibilities of a global citizen. Also, to reduce the impacts on global
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    . „„ For detailed product information, carefully read the User's Manual. „„ For quick set-up of the product, refer to the Quick Installation Guide on GIGABYTE's website. https://download.gigabyte.com/FileList/Manual/mb_manual_installation-guide_103.pdf?m=sw For product-related information, check on
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    Table of Contents Chapter 1 Product Introduction 4 1-1 Motherboard Layout 4 Chapter 2 Hardware Installation 5 2-1 Installation Precautions 5 2-2 Product Specifications 6 2-3 Installing the CPU 9 2-4 Installing the Memory 10 2-5 Installing an Expansion Card 11 2-6 Back Panel Connectors 12
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    ATX_12V Socket AM4 ATX M2A_CPU DDR4_A1 DDR4_A2 DDR4_B1 DDR4_B2 DP_HDMI U32X4 USB_LAN AUDIO M_BIOS A520M DS3H V2 80 PCIEX16 Realtek® GbE LAN BAT CODEC PCIEX1 iTE® Super I/O CPU_FAN AMD A520 CLR_CMOS F_AUDIO TPM SYS_FAN1 Temperature sensor F_USB1 F_U32 F_PANEL SATA3 03 12 - 4 -
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    (ESD). Prior to installation, carefully read the user's manual and follow these procedures: •• Prior to installation, make sure the user. •• If you are uncertain about any installation steps or have a problem related to the use of the product, please consult a certified computer technician.
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    Processors/ AMD Ryzen™ 4000 G-Series Processors/ AMD Ryzen™ 3000 Series Processors (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) Chipset ŠŠ AMD A520 Memory Onboard Graphics Audio ŠŠ 4 x DDR4 DIMM sockets supporting up to 128 GB (32 GB single DIMM capacity) of system memory
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    x USB 3.2 Gen 1 header ŠŠ 1 x USB 2.0/1.1 header ŠŠ 1 x Trusted Platform Module (TPM) header (2x6 pin, for the GC-TPM2.0_S module only) ŠŠ 1 x Clear CMOS jumper ŠŠ Fan speed control * Whether the fan speed control function is supported will depend on the cooler you install. 1 x 128 Mbit flash
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    without prior notice. && Please visit GIGABYTE's website for support lists of CPU, memory modules, SSDs, and M.2 devices. https://www.gigabyte.com/Motherboard/A520M-DS3H-V2-rev-10?m=dl#support-dl && Please visit the SERVICE/SUPPORT\Utility page on GIGABYTE's website to download the latest version
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    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 occur. && Please visit GIGABYTE's website for details on hardware installation. http://www.gigabyte.com/WebPage/210/quick-guide.html?m=sw - 9 -
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    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
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    Installing an Expansion Card Read the following guidelines before you begin to install an expansion card: •• Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Carefully read the manual that came with your expansion card. •• Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power
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    sound playback device to DisplayPort/HDMI. (The item name may differ depending on your operating system.) USB 3.2 Gen 1 Port The USB 3.2 Gen 1 port supports the USB 3.2 Gen 1 specification and is compatible to the USB 2.0 specification. Use this port for USB devices. RJ-45 LAN Port The Gigabit
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    audio software. To configure 7.1-channel audio, access the audio software for audio settings. && Please visit GIGABYTE's website for details on configuring the audio software. https://www.gigabyte.com/WebPage/697/realtek897-audio.html •• When removing the cable connected to a back panel connector
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    Connectors 1 2 6 3 12 5 7 4 11 10 9 13 8 5 1) ATX_12V 2) ATX 3) CPU_FAN 4) SYS_FAN1 5) SATA3 0/1/2/3 6) M2A_CPU 7) F_AUDIO 8) F_PANEL 9) F_U32 10) F_USB1 11) TPM 12) BAT 13) CLR_CMOS Read the following guidelines before connecting external devices: •• First make sure your devices are
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    1/2) ATX_12V/ATX (2x4 12V Power Connector and 2x12 Main Power Connector) With the use of the power connector, the power supply can supply enough stable power to all the components on the motherboard. Before connecting the power connector, first make sure the power supply is turned off and all
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    with SATA 3Gb/s and SATA 1.5Gb/s standard. Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device. The SATA connectors support RAID 0, RAID 1, and RAID 10. Please navigate to the "Configuring a RAID Set" page of GIGABYTE's website for instructions on configuring a RAID array. G.QBOFM Pin No. Definition
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    verify which type of M.2 SSDs is supported by the M.2 socket you want to use. Please note that an M.2 PCIe SSD cannot be used to create a RAID set with a SATA hard drive. Please navigate to the "Configuring a RAID Set" page of GIGABYTE's website for instructions on configuring a RAID array. M2A_CPU
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    the power switch (please navigate to the "BIOS Setup" page of GIGABYTE's websit_eBand search for "Settings\PlatformS Power" for more information). •• SPEAK 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):1 2 3
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    9) F_U32 (USB 3.2 Gen 1 Header) The header conforms to USB 3.2 Gen 1 and USB 2.0 specification and can provide two USB ports. For purchasing the optional 3.5" front panel that provides two USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports, please contact the local dealer. 1 F_USB30 10 F_ U 20 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
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    (Trusted Platform Module Header) _ _B _ S_ You may connect a TPM (Trusted Platform Module) to this header. B_ S _S _ 11 1 12 2 _ Pin No. Definition Pin No. Definition 1 LAD0 7 LAD3 2 VCC3 8 GND 3 LAD1 9 LFRAME 4 No Pin 10
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    turn off your computer before clearing the CMOS values. •• After system restart, go to BIOS Setup to load factory defaults (select Load Optimized Defaults) or manually configure the BIOS settings (please navigate to the "BIOS Setup" page of GIGABYTE's website for more information). - 21 -
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    and updates the BIOS. For instructions on using the Q-Flash and @BIOS utilities, please navigate to the "Unique Features" page of GIGABYTE's website and search for "BIOS Update Utilities." •• Because BIOS flashing is potentially risky, if you do not encounter problems using the current version of
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    Startup Screen: The following startup Logo screen will appear when the computer boots. Function Keys Function Keys: : BIOS SETUP\Q-FLASH Press the key to enter BIOS Setup or to access the Q-Flash utility in BIOS Setup. : BOOT MENU Boot Menu allows you to set the first boot device
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    RAID driver during the OS installation process, please refer to the steps below: Step 1: Go to GIGABYTE's website, browse to the motherboard model's web page, download the AMD RAID Preinstall Driver file on the Support\Download\SATA RAID/AHCI page, unzip the file and copy the files to your USB thumb
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    sure the system is connected to the Internet. && Please visit GIGABYTE's website for more software information. https://www.gigabyte.com/WebPage/320/am4-app-center.html?m=sw && Please visit GIGABYTE's website for more troubleshooting information. https://www.gigabyte.com/WebPage/351/faq.html - 25 -
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    Yes Before you begin, please prepare the following items: This motherboard supports RAID 0, RAID 1, and RAID 10. Prepare the correct number of SATA hard drive. && Please visit GIGABYTE's website for details on configuring a RAID array. https://www.gigabyte.com/WebPage/313/am4-raid.html?m=sw - 26 -
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A520M DS3H V2
User's Manual
Rev. 1001