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    G1.Sniper M3 User's Manual Rev. 1002 12ME-G1SNPM3-1002R
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    Motherboard G1.Sniper M3 Mar. 15, 2012 Motherboard G1.Sniper M3 Mar. 15, 2012
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    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
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    M3 Motherboard Layout 7 G1.Sniper M3 Motherboard Block Diagram 8 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 9 1-1 Installation Precautions 9 1-2 Product Specifications 10 1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler 13 1-3-1 Installing the CPU 13 1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler 15 1-4 Installing the Memory
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    the SATA RAID/AHCI Driver and Operating System 85 5-2 Configuring Audio Input and Output 88 5-2-1 Configuring 2/5.1-Channel Audio 88 5-2-2 Creative Software Suite 88 5-2-3 Configuring S/PDIF Out 92 5-2-4 Configuring Audio Recording 93 5-2-5 Using the Sound Recorder 95 5-3 Troubleshooting 96
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    Box Contents 55 G1.Sniper M3 motherboard 55 Motherboard driver disk 55 User's Manual 55 Quick Installation Guide 55 Six SATA 6Gb/s cables 55 I/O Shield 55 One 2-Way SLI bridge connector The box contents above are for reference only and the actual items shall depend on the product package you obtain.
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    G1.Sniper M3 Motherboard Layout KB_MB_USB DVI VGA SYS_FAN3 ATX_12V CPU_FAN LGA1155 DP_HDMI ATX USB_ESATA USB30_LAN F_USB30 AUDIO BAT PCIEX16 Intel GbE LAN PCIEX1 PCIEX4 G1.Sniper M3 B_BIOS M_BIOS DDR3_4 DDR3_2 SYS_FAN2 DDR3_3 DDR3_1 Intel® Z77 SATA3 1 0 SATA2 3 2 iTE Super I/O
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    G1.Sniper M3 Motherboard Block Diagram PCIe CLK (100 MHz) 1 PCI Express x16 or 2 PCI Express x8 LGA1155 CPU CPU CLK+/- (100 MHz) DDR3 1600/1333/1066 MHz Dual Channel Memory x16 x8 Switch PCI Express Bus 1 PCI Express x4 LAN 1 PCI Express x1 RJ45 PCIe CLK (100 MHz) Intel GbE LAN x4 x1 x1
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    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 electronic components such as a motherboard, CPU or memory. If you do not a problem related to the use of the
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    processors in the LGA1155 package (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) ŠŠ L3 cache varies with CPU Chipset ŠŠ Intel® Z77 Express Chipset Memory Onboard Graphics Audio ŠŠ 4 x 1.5V DDR3 DIMM sockets supporting up to 32 GB of system memory * Due to Windows 32-bit operating
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    back panel supporting up to 1 SATA 3Gb/s device - Support for RAID ATX 12V power connector 2 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors 3 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors 1 x CPU fan header 3 x System fan headers 1 x front panel header 1 x front panel audio header 1 x USB 3.0/2.0 header 3 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers 1 x Clear CMOS
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    to the integrated graphics port on the back panel. cFosSpeed Support for Microsoft® Windows 7 Form Factor ŠŠ Micro ATX Form Factor; 24.4cm x 24.4cm * G IGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to the product specifications and product-related information without prior notice. Hardware
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    the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) •• specifications, please do so according to your hardware specifications including the CPU, graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc. 1-3-1 Installing the CPU A. Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard
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    B. Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU into the motherboard CPU socket. Before installing the CPU, make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage
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    CPU cooler on the motherboard. (The following procedure uses Intel® boxed cooler as manual for instructions on installing the cooler.) Step 5: After the installation, check the back of the motherboard the CPU cooler to the CPU fan header (CPU_FAN) on the motherboard. Use extreme care when removing
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    direction. 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides four DDR3 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. After the memory is installed, the BIOS will automatically detect the specifications and capacity of the memory. Enabling Dual Channel memory mode will double
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    the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the memory module. DDR3 and DDR2 DIMMs are not compatible to each other or DDR DIMMs. Be sure to install DDR3 DIMMs on this motherboard. Notch DDR3 DIMM A DDR3 memory module has a notch, so it can only fit in one direction. Follow
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    install an expansion card: •• Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Carefully read the manual that came with your expansion card. •• . If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to make any required BIOS changes for your expansion card(s). 7. Install the driver provided with the expansion card
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    A CrossFireX/SLI-supported motherboard with two PCI Express x16 slots and correct driver -- Two CrossFireX/SLI-ready graphics cards of identical brand and chip and correct driver -- CrossFireX(Note)/SLI bridge connectors -- A power supply with sufficient power is recommended (Refer to the manual of
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    the audio/video device that supports DisplayPort to this port. The DisplayPort Technology can support a maximum resolution of 2560x1600 but the actual resolutions supported depend on the monitor being used. After installing the DisplayPort device, make sure the default device for sound playback
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    Start>Control Panel>Hardware and Sound>Sound>Playback, set Intel(R) Display Audio to the default playback device. Dual Display Configurations for the Onboard Graphics: This motherboard provides four video output ports: D-Sub, DVI-D, HDMI, and DisplayPort. Dual monitor confgurations are supported in
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    (Blackish Green) Use this audio jack to connect a headphone. The headphone jack has a built-in amplifier and it is recommended that the headphone be connected to this jack for better sound quality. Refer to the instructions on setting up a 2/5.1-channel audio configuration in Chapter 5, "Configuring
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    Internal Connectors 14 3 2 5 4 11 6 7 9 12 10 4 13 8 7 1) ATX_12V 2) ATX 3) CPU_FAN 4) SYS_FAN1/2/3 5) BAT 6) SATA3 0/1 7) SATA2 2/3/4 8) F_PANEL 9) F_AUDIO 10) F_USB1/F_USB2/F_USB3 cable has been securely attached to the connector on the motherboard. - 23 - Hardware Installation
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    1/2) ATX_12V/ATX (2x2 12V Power Connector and 2x12 Main Power Connector) With the use of the power connector, the power supply can supply enough stable power to all the components on the motherboard. Before connecting the power connector, first make sure the power supply is turned off and all
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    fan headers on this motherboard are 4-pin. Most fan headers possess a foolproof insertion design. When connecting a fan cable, be sure to connect it in the correct orientation (the black connector wire is the ground wire). The speed control function requires the use of a fan with fan speed control
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    are compatible with SATA 1.5Gb/s standard. Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device. The Intel Z77 Chipset supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, and RAID 10. Refer to Chapter 5, "Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s)," for instructions on configuring a RAID array. G.QBOFM SATA2 Pin No. Definition
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    HD- RESRES+ CICI+ PWR+ PWR- Hard Drive Reset Activity LED Switch Power LED Chassis Intrusion Header •• MSG the power switch (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Power Management," for more information). One single short beep will be heard if no problem is detected at system startup. •• HD (Hard
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    Audio Header) The front panel audio header supports Intel High Definition audio (HD). 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 specification (G1.Sniper 3) BIOS Switcher
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    (USB 3.0/2.0 Header) The header conforms to USB 3.0/2.0 specification and can provide two USB ports. For purchasing the optional Platform Module) to this header. Voltage measurement points(G1.Sniper 3) DB_PORT BIOS Switcher (SW4) BIOS Switc 1 19 TPM w/housing 1 Voltage measurement module
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    ) Use this jumper to clear the CMOS values (e.g. date information and BIOS configurations) and reset the CMOS values to factory defaults. To clear the CMOS values, use a metal object like a screwdriver to touch the two pins for a few seconds. Open: Normal Short: Clear CMOS Values •• Always turn off
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    in system's failure to boot. If this occurs, try to clear the CMOS values and reset the board to default values. (Refer to the "Load Optimized Defaults" section in this chapter or introductions of the battery/clear CMOS jumper in Chapter 1 for how to clear the CMOS values.) - 31 - BIOS Setup
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    INFORMATION Press the key to display your system information. : BOOT MENU Boot Menu allows you to set the first boot device without entering BIOS Setup. In Boot Menu, use the up arrow key or the down arrow key to select the first boot device, then press to accept
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    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 configuration. For example, pass your mouse arrow over the CPU and memory sockets and enter
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    menu to configure 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 configure the default language used by the BIOS and system time and date. This menu also displays information on the devices
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    configurations. Incorrectly doing overclock/overvoltage may result in damage to CPU, chipset, or memory and reduce the 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
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    Settings && CPU/PCIe Base Clock Allows you to manually set the CPU base clock and PCIe bus frequency in 0.01 MHz increments. (Default: Auto) Important: It is highly recommended that the CPU frequency be set in accordance with the CPU specifications. && Processor Graphics Clock Allows you to set the
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    order to reduce the power. Auto sets the power limit according to the CPU specifications. (Default: Auto) && Core Current Limit (Amps) Allows you to set an Intel CPU that supports this function. This feature only works for operating systems that support multi-processor mode. Auto lets the BIOS
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    that is automatically adjusted according to the System Memory Multiplier settings. (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
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    the system to simultaneously access different ranks of the memory to increase memory performance and stability. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) (Note) This item is present only when you install a CPU and a memory module that support this feature. - 39
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    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. `` Advanced Voltage Settings BIOS Setup - 40 -
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    `` 3D Power Control && PWM Phase Control Allows you to automatically change the PWM phase according to consistent with what is set in BIOS under heavy load. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting and sets the voltage following Intel's specifications. (Default: Auto) && GFX Voltage
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    the Vcore area. Options are 130.0oC and 135.0oC. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure 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. BIOS Setup - 42 -
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    to the motherboard CI header. If the system chassis cover is removed, this field 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. - 43 - BIOS Setup
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    CPU fan control mode. (Default) Voltage Sets Voltage mode for a 3-pin CPU fan. PWM Sets PWM mode for a 4-pin CPU fan. Note: The Voltage mode can be set for a 3-pin CPU fan or a 4-pin CPU fan. However, for a 4-pin CPU fan that is not designed following Intel PWM fan specifications, selecting
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    System This section provides information on your CPU, memory, motherboard model, and BIOS version. You can also select the default language used by the BIOS and manually set the system time. && System Language Selects the default language used by the BIOS. && System Date Sets the system date. The
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    with the highest priority for a specific type. For example, only hard drive defined as the first priority on the Hard Drive BBS Priorities submenu will be presented here. Removable storage devices that support GPT format will be prefixed with "UEFI:" string on the boot device list. To boot from an
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    malicious buffer overflow 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
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    chip. (Default: Disabled) && SATA Controller(s) Enables or disables the integrated SATA controllers. (Default: Enabled) && SATA Mode Selection Enables or disables RAID for the SATA controllers integrated in the Intel Z77 Chipset or configures the SATA controllers to AHCI mode. IDE Configures
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    , devices may require UASP class driver updates from UASP driver vendors to be fully compatible with Intel USB 3.0 Streams Support. (Default: Enabled) && USB2.0 Controller Enables or disables the integrated USB 2.0 controller. (Default: Enabled) && Audio Controller Enables or disables the onboard
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    the DVMT memory size of the onboard graphics. Options are: 128M, 256M, MAX. (Default: MAX) && Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology Enables or disables Intel Rapid Start Technology. This item is configurable only when an SSD is installed. (Default: Disabled) && Legacy USB Support Allows USB keyboard
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    upon the return of the AC power. Memory The system returns to its last known awake event. Note: To use this function, you need an ATX power supply providing at least 1A on the +5VSB day: Turn on the system at a specific time on each day or on a specific day in a month. Wake up hour BIOS Setup
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    consumption. (Default: Enabled) && Internal Graphics Deep Standby Mode Allows you to determine whether to let the onboard graphics enter deeper standby mode. (Default: Enabled) (Note) Supported on Windows 7 operating system only. BIOS Setup - 52 -
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    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 on the device you select and select Yes to confirm. Your system
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    BIOS Setup - 54 -
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    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
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    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 the content descriptions for this driver disk. Drivers Installation - 56 -
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    3-4 Contact For the detailed contact information of the GIGABYTE Taiwan headquarter or worldwide branch offices, click the URL on this page to link to the GIGABYTE website. 3-5 System This page provides the basic system information. - 57 - Drivers Installation
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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 Program This page provides a quick link to GIGABYTE's lately developed utilities
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    system data and perform restoration of it. Supporting NTFS, FAT32, and FAT16 file systems, Xpress up your system soon after the operating system and drivers are installed. •• The amount of data and hard Requirements: •• At least 512 MB of system memory •• VESA compatible graphics card •• Windows 7
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    note that if there is no enough unallocated space, Xpress Recovery2 cannot save the backup file. 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
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    D. Using the Restore Function in 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. E. Removing the Backup Step 1: If you wish to remove the backup file, select REMOVE. Step
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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
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    .02 Model Name : G1.Sniper M3 BIOS Version : F1 BIOS Date : 02/13/2012 Flash Type/Size : MXIC 25L6465E/6406E 8MB Update BIOS From Drive Flash Disk SSaveleecBtIDOeSvtioceDrive Return to BIOS setup 3. Select the BIOS update file. Make sure the BIOS update file matches your motherboard model. Step
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    will re-detect all peripheral devices after a BIOS update, so we recommend that you reload BIOS defaults. Select Yes to load BIOS defaults Step 5: Select Save & Exit Setup and press . And then select Yes to save settings to CMOS and exit BIOS Setup. The procedure is complete after the system
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    . If the BIOS update file for your motherboard is not present on the @BIOS server site, please manually download the BIOS update file from GIGABYTE's website and follow the instructions in "Update the BIOS without Using the Internet Update Function" below. 2. Update the BIOS without Using the
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    /fan speed alarm. You can choose the alert sound from the buzzer or use your own sound file (.wav file). Available functions in EasyTune 6 may differ by motherboard model. Grayed-out area(s) indicates that the item is not configurable or the function is not supported. Incorrectly doing overclock
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    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 shared data folder Changes the data folder to be shared (Note) Updates Q-Share online Displays the current Q-Share version Exits Q-Share (Note)
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    . (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
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    Standby Suspend Disable Description Enters Power on Suspend mode Enters Suspend to RAM mode Disables this function The Bluetooth dongle included in the motherboard package(Note 2) allows you to wake up the system from Suspend to RAM mode without the need to press the power button first. (Note
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    the total system memory 3. Intel Rapid Start Technology enabled in BIOS Setup 4. AHCI/RAID mode supported (please note if the SSD has been assigned as a member of a RAID array, it cannot be used to set up Intel Rapid Start store partition); IDE mode not supported 5. All motherboard drivers correctly
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    Go to the Peripherals menu and set Intel Rapid Start Technology to Enabled. 2. Save the settings and exit BIOS Setup. E. Installing and Configuring the Intel Rapid Start Application 1. While in the operating system, insert the motherboard driver disk, go to Application Software\Install Application
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    B. Configuring Intel Smart Connect Technology Step 1: After installing the operating system and motherboard drivers, install the Intel Smart Connect . (Note) Intel Smart Connect Technology is for S3 mode only. During the updating process, the monitor will not light up and no sound will be output
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    the steps above, go to Start\All Programs\Intel and launch Intel(R) Smart Connect Technology. On the Intel® Smart Connect Technology Configuration menu, click Enable Updating on the Basic tab. (The Enable Updating button has now changed to Disable Updating.) On this menu, the user can set the
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    Response A. System Requirements 1. An Intel Chipset-based motherboard 2. An Intel Core series processor 3. RAID enabled for the Intel SATA controllers in BIOS Setup 4. A conventional SATA disk and an SSD (Note 1) 5. Windows 7 with SP1 (Note 2) 6. All motherboard drivers correctly installed If you
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    selecting the SSD you want to use, the size of the SSD allocated for the cache memory, the hard disk/ volume to accelerate, and the acceleration mode, click OK to complete the configuration of the Intel Smart Response Technology. The "Enable Acceleration" Dialog Box: Select the SSD to be used if
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    Unique Features - 76 -
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    SATA controller mode in BIOS Setup. C. Configure a RAID array in RAID BIOS. (Note 1) D. Install the SATA RAID/AHCI driver and operating one hard drive. •• Windows 7 setup disk. •• Motherboard driver disk. 5-1-1 Configuring SATA Controllers A. Installing SATA hard drive(s) in your computer Attach
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    the SATA controller mode correctly in system BIOS Setup. Step 1: Turn on your computer and press to enter BIOS Setup during the and exit BIOS Setup. Figure 1 The BIOS Setup menus described in this section may differ from the exact settings for your motherboard. The actual BIOS Setup
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    , select Create RAID Volume in MAIN MENU and press . Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology - Option ROM - 11.0.0.1339 Copyright(C) 2003-11 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved. 1. Create RAID Volume 2. Delete RAID Volume 3. Reset Disks to Non-RAID [ MAIN MENU ] 4. Recovery Volume Options
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    press . Then, select a RAID level (Figure 4). RAID levels supported include RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10, and RAID 5 (the selections stripe block size, press . Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology - Option ROM - 11.0.0.1339 Copyright(C) 2003-11 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved. [ CREATE
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    Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology - Option ROM - 11.0.0.1339 Copyright(C) 2003-11 Intel Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology - Option ROM - 11.0.0.1339 Copyright(C) 2003-11 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved. 1. Create RAID Volume 2. Delete RAID Volume 3. Reset RAID BIOS utility, press
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    Create RAID Volume in MAIN MENU and press (Figure 8). Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology - Option ROM - 11.0.0.1339 Copyright(C) 2003-11 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved. 1. Create RAID Volume 2. Delete RAID Volume 3. Reset Disks to Non-RAID [ MAIN MENU ] 4. Recovery Volume Options
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    10). Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology - Option ROM - 11.0.0.1339 Copyright(C) 2003-11 Intel Corporation. to update data from the master drive to the recovery drive manually using the Intel : On Request: volume is updated manually Continuous: volume is updated automatically [hi]-Change [TAB]-
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    you sure you wa[nHt tEoLdPel]ete "Volume0"? (Y/N) : Deleting a volume will reset the disks to non-RAID. WARNING: ALL DISK DATA WILL BE DELETED. (This the Intel IRST utility due to an application error or operating system issue, you will need to remove acceleration or manually enable
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    7 As Windows 7 already include Intel SATA RAID/AHCI driver, you do not need to install separate RAID/AHCI driver during the Windows installation process. After the operating system is installed, we recommend that you install all required drivers from the motherboard driver disk using "Xpress Install
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    ]-Select Menu •• Performing the Rebuild in the Operating System While in the operating system, make sure the chipset driver has been installed from the motherboard driver disk. Then launch the Intel Rapid Storage Technology utility from All Programs in the Start menu. Step 1: Go to the Manage menu
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    Recovery Volume only) When two hard drives are set to Recovery Volume in Update on Request mode, you can restore the master drive data to the last instructions to complete and exit the RAID Configuration Utility. Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology - Option ROM - 11.0.0.1339 Copyright(C) 2003-11 Intel
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    Input and Output 5-2-1 Configuring 2/5.1-Channel Audio The motherboard supports 2/5.1-channel audio. Refer to the following for speaker configurations. •• 2-channel audio: Headphone or Line out. •• 5.1-channel audio: Front speaker out, Rear speaker out, and Center/Subwoofer speaker out. Line In
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    to adjust the enhancement level for each feature. • Surround: Provides immersion control to enhance the natural sense of audio depth and spaciousness by creating virtual surround sound channels. • Crystalizer: Makes the music sound as good as the artist originally intended and adds an enhanced level
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    can be used enable or disable this feature during games. SPEAKERS/HEADPHONES: This page allows you to set . When the headphone function is selected, the sound will come out only from the front line is set, you can cancel or open a specific speaker manually. MIXER: This page allows you to increase or
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    digital output. You can output the mixed audio signals simultaneously to the speakers and S/PDIF out to obtain 2-channel sound. (Note: When using this feature, the default playback device must be set to Speaker, not SPDIF Out in Windows Control Panel.
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    S/PDIF optical cable to an external decoder for transmitting the S/PDIF digital audio signals. 2. Configuring S/PDIF Out: Step 1: While in the operating open the Properties dialog box. Step 3: You can go to the Supported Formats tab to select the formats to be decoded or the Advanced tab to select the
  • Gigabyte G1.Sniper M3 | User Manual - Page 93
    5-2-4 Configuring Audio Recording You can record the sound from the microphone or Line in device or record the sound from your computer. boost level. 2. Configuring your Line in device: Step 1: Open the Sound Blaster Recon3Di Control Panel and go to the Mixer page. In the REC section, click
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    area and select Recording devices. Step 3: On the Recording tab, right-click on Line-In, and select Set as Default Device. 3. Recording the sound from your computer: Step 1: While in the operating system, right-click on the icon in the notification area and select Recording devices. Step 2: On
  • Gigabyte G1.Sniper M3 | User Manual - Page 95
    the Start Recording button . 3. To stop recording audio, click the Stop Recording button . Be sure to save the recorded audio file upon completion. B. Playing the Recorded Sound You can play your recording in a digital media player program that supports your audio file format. - 95 - Appendix
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    board doesn't have this jumper/button, refer to the instructions on the motherboard battery in Chapter 1. You can temporarily remove the battery from the battery holder to stop supplying power to the CMOS, which will clear the CMOS values after about one minute. Q: Why do I still get a weak sound
  • Gigabyte G1.Sniper M3 | User Manual - Page 97
    Procedure If you encounter any troubles during system startup, follow the troubleshooting procedure below to solve the problem. START Turn off the power. Remove all peripherals, connecting cables, and power cord etc. Make sure the motherboard does not short-circuit with the chassis or
  • Gigabyte G1.Sniper M3 | User Manual - Page 98
    enter BIOS Setup. Select "Load Optimized Defaults." Select "Save & Exit Setup" to save changes and exit BIOS Setup. The problem is problem, contact the place of purchase or local dealer for help. Or go to the Support & Downloads\Technical Support page to submit your question. Our customer service
  • Gigabyte G1.Sniper M3 | User Manual - Page 99
    GIGABYTE. Our Commitment to Preserving the Environment In addition to high-efficiency performance, all GIGABYTE motherboards , your household waste disposal service or where you purchased the contact us at the Customer Care number listed in your product's user's manual and we will be glad to help
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    City 231,Taiwan TEL: +886-2-8912-4000 FAX: +886-2-8912-4003 Tech. and Non-Tech. Support (Sales/Marketing) : http://ggts.gigabyte.com.tw WEB address (English): http://www.gigabyte.com WEB address (Chinese): http://www.gigabyte.tw •• G.B.T. INC. - U.S.A. TEL: +1-626-854-9338 FAX: +1-626-854-9326 Tech
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    .com.ro •• Serbia WEB address : http://www.gigabyte.co.rs •• Kazakhstan WEB address : http://www.gigabyte.kz You may go to the GIGABYTE website, select your language in the language list on the top right corner of the website. •• GIGABYTE Global Service System To submit a technical or non-technical
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G1.Sniper M3
User's Manual
Rev. 1002
12ME-G1SNPM3-1002R