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GA-A75-D3H User's Manual Rev. 1002 12ME-A75D3H-1002R - Gigabyte GA-A75-D3H | User Manual - Page 2
Motherboard GA-A75-D3H Jun. 13, 2011 Motherboard GA-A75-D3H Jun. 13, 2011 - Gigabyte GA-A75-D3H | User Manual - Page 3
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 - Gigabyte GA-A75-D3H | User Manual - Page 4
Contents Box Contents...6 Optional Items...6 GA-A75-D3H Motherboard Layout 7 GA-A75-D3H Motherboard Block Diagram 8 Chapter 1 AMD Dual Graphics Configuration 19 1-7 Back Panel Connectors 20 1-8 Internal Connectors 23 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 31 2-1 Startup Screen 32 2-2 The Main Menu 33 2-3 MB - Gigabyte GA-A75-D3H | User Manual - Page 5
55 3-1 Installing Chipset Drivers 55 3-2 Application Software 56 3-3 Technical Manuals 56 3-4 Contact...57 3-5 System...57 3-6 Download Center 58 3-7 New Utilities...58 Chapter 4 Unique Features 59 4-1 Xpress Recovery2 59 4-2 BIOS Update Utilities 62 4-2-1 Updating the BIOS with the Q-Flash - Gigabyte GA-A75-D3H | User Manual - Page 6
Box Contents GA-A75-D3H motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual Quick Installation Guide Four SATA cables I/O 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) COM port cable (Part No. 12CF1-1CM001-3*R) 3.5" Front Panel - Gigabyte GA-A75-D3H | User Manual - Page 7
ATX_12V CPU_FAN Socket FM1 HDMI_SPDIF USB_ESATA PWR_FAN USB30_LAN Etron EJ168 AUDIO PCIEX1_1 Realtek RTL8111E PCIEX16 GA-A75-D3H PCIEX1_2 CODEC PCI1 BAT B_BIOS M_BIOS PCIEX4 iTE IT8720 PCI2 PCI3 F_AUDIO DDR3_4 DDR3_2 DDR3_3 DDR3_1 ATX SATA3_4 SYS_FAN AMD A75 SATA3_3 SATA3_2 - Gigabyte GA-A75-D3H | User Manual - Page 8
GA-A75-D3H Motherboard Block Diagram 1 PCI Express x16 PCIe CLK (100 MHz) 2 PCI Express x1 x16 x1 x1 AMD APU APU CLK+/- (100 MHz CLK (100 MHz) Etron EJ168 x4 x1 PCI Express Bus AMD A75 D-Sub 4 USB 3.0/2.0 10 USB 2.0/1.1 Dual BIOS PCI Bus 6 SATA 6Gb/s CODEC LPC Bus iTE IT8720 COM - Gigabyte GA-A75-D3H | User Manual - Page 9
, carefully read the user's manual and follow these procedures: • Prior to installation, do not remove or break motherboard S/N (Serial Number) sticker or you are uncertain about any installation steps or have a problem related to the use of the product, please consult a certified computer technician. - Gigabyte GA-A75-D3H | User Manual - Page 10
1-2 Product Specifications APU ŠŠ FM1 Socket: - AMD A series processors/AMD E2 series processors (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest APU support list.) Chipset ŠŠ AMD A75 Memory Onboard Graphics Audio ŠŠ 4 x 1.5V DDR3 DIMM sockets supporting up to 64 GB of system memory * Due to - Gigabyte GA-A75-D3H | User Manual - Page 11
Actual transfer rate is dependent on the device being connected. - Support for RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10, and JBOD USB ŠŠ USB 3.0/2.0 ports on the back panel Internal ŠŠ 1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector Connectors ŠŠ 1 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector ŠŠ 5 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors ŠŠ 1 x - Gigabyte GA-A75-D3H | User Manual - Page 12
Features ŠŠ Support for @BIOS ŠŠ Support for Q-Flash ŠŠ Support for Xpress BIOS Rescue ŠŠ Support for Download Center ŠŠ Support for Xpress Install ŠŠ Support for Xpress Recovery2 ŠŠ Support for EasyTune * Available functions in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model. ŠŠ Support for - Gigabyte GA-A75-D3H | User Manual - Page 13
APU: • Make sure that the motherboard supports the APU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest APU support list.) • Always turn off the by a small triangle) of the APU socket and the APU. A Small Triangle Mark Denotes Pin One of the Socket FM1 Socket A Small Triangle Marking Denotes APU Pin - Gigabyte GA-A75-D3H | User Manual - Page 14
below to correctly install the APU into the motherboard APU socket. • Before installing the APU, make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the APU. • Do not force the APU into the APU socket. The APU cannot fit in if oriented - Gigabyte GA-A75-D3H | User Manual - Page 15
the APU cooler on the APU. (The following procedure uses the GIGABYTE cooler as the example.) Step 1: Apply an even and thin layer manual for instructions on installing the cooler.) Step 5: Finally, attach the power connector of the APU cooler to the APU fan header (CPU_FAN) on the motherboard - Gigabyte GA-A75-D3H | User Manual - Page 16
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 This motherboard provides four DDR3 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. After the memory is installed, the BIOS - Gigabyte GA-A75-D3H | User Manual - Page 17
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 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 - Gigabyte GA-A75-D3H | User Manual - Page 18
an expansion card: • Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Carefully read the manual that came with your expansion card. • Always 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 - Gigabyte GA-A75-D3H | User Manual - Page 19
the following instructions on configuring a Dual Graphics system. A. System Requirements - AMD A series processor - Windows 7 operating system - An AMD Dual Graphics technology-supported motherboard and correct driver - An AMD Radeon HD 6000 series graphics card that supports AMD Dual Graphics - Gigabyte GA-A75-D3H | User Manual - Page 20
mode is enabled. The D-Sub, and HDMI ports will be disabled when Dual Link DVI mode is enabled (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.)," "IGX Configuration," for more information) Optical S/PDIF Out Connector This connector provides digital audio out to an external audio - Gigabyte GA-A75-D3H | User Manual - Page 21
motherboard provides three video output ports: D-Sub, DVI-D, and HDMI. The table below shows the supported and unsupported dual display configurations. Dual Display Combination Supported AMD A75 Chipset supports RAID function. Refer to Chapter 5, "Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s)," for instructions - Gigabyte GA-A75-D3H | User Manual - Page 22
to the default Mic in jack ( ). Refer to the instructions on setting up a 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration in Chapter 5, " connector, first remove the cable from your device and then remove it from the motherboard. • When removing the cable, pull it straight out from the connector. Do - Gigabyte GA-A75-D3H | User Manual - Page 23
Connectors 14 3 5 2 6 4 7 7 10 8 11 14 15 12 13 9 1) ATX_12V 2) ATX 3) CPU_FAN 4) SYS_FAN/SYS_FAN2 5) PWR_FAN 6) BAT 7) SATA3_0/1/2/3/4 8) CLR_CMOS 9) F_PANEL 10) F_AUDIO 11) SPDIF_O cable has been securely attached to the connector on the motherboard. - 23 - Hardware Installation - Gigabyte GA-A75-D3H | User Manual - Page 24
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 - Gigabyte GA-A75-D3H | User Manual - Page 25
correct orientation (the black connector wire is the ground wire). The motherboard supports APU fan speed control, which requires the use of a APU fan BAT (Battery) The battery provides power to keep the values (such as BIOS configurations, date, and time information) in the CMOS when the computer is - Gigabyte GA-A75-D3H | User Manual - Page 26
with SATA 3Gb/s and SATA 1.5Gb/s standards. Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device. The AMD A75 Chipset supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10, and JBOD. Refer to Chapter 5, "Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s)," for instructions on configuring a RAID array. SATA3_1 7 7 SATA3_0 G.QBOFM G.QBOFM - Gigabyte GA-A75-D3H | User Manual - Page 27
a beep code. One single short beep will be heard if no problem is detected at system startup. If a problem is detected, the BIOS may issue beeps in different patterns to indicate the problem. Refer to Chapter 5, "Troubleshooting," for information about beep codes. • HD (Hard Drive Activity LED, Blue - Gigabyte GA-A75-D3H | User Manual - Page 28
panel audio module, refer1 to the instructions on how to activate AC'97 supports digital S/PDIF Out and connects a S/PDIF digital audio cable (provided by expansionPCcIaerpdosw)erfocorndneigctiotar l(SaAuTAd)i(oX5o8uAt-pOuCt) from your motherboard the manual for your expan- sion card. Pin - Gigabyte GA-A75-D3H | User Manual - Page 29
Pin No. Definition 1 VBUS 11 D2+ 2 SSRX1- 12 D2- 3 SSRX1+ 13 GND 4 GND 14 SSTX2+ 5 SSTX1- 15 SSTX2- 6 SSTX1+ 16 GND 7 GND 17 SSRX2+ DB_PORT BIOS 8 D1- 18 SSRX2- 9 D1+ 19 VBUS 10 NC 20 No Pin When the system is in S4/S5 mode, only the USB ports routed to - Gigabyte GA-A75-D3H | User Manual - Page 30
8 NCTSF_AUDIO(H) 9 NRI- 10 No Pin 15) TPM (Trusted Platform Module Header) You may connect a TPM (Trusted Platform Module) to this header. DB_PORT BIOS S 1 19 TPM w/housing 20 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Definition LCLK GND LFRAME No Pin LRESET NC LAD3 LAD2 VCC3 LAD1 1 Voltage measurement - Gigabyte GA-A75-D3H | User Manual - Page 31
from the Internet and updates the BIOS. For instructions on using the Q-Flash and @BIOS utilities, refer to Chapter 4, "BIOS Update Utilities." • Because BIOS flashing is potentially risky, if you do not encounter problems using the current version of BIOS, it is recommended that you not flash the - Gigabyte GA-A75-D3H | User Manual - Page 32
computer boots. A. The LOGO Screen (Default) B. The POST Screen Award Modular BIOS v6.00PG Copyright (C) 1984-2011, Award Software, Inc. Motherboard Model BIOS Version GA-A75-D3H E12 . . . . Function Keys : BIOS Setup : XpressRecovery2 : Boot Menu : Qflash 05/26/2011-Llano - Gigabyte GA-A75-D3H | User Manual - Page 33
and press to accept or enter a sub-menu. (Sample BIOS Version: E12) CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2011 Award Software MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) Standard CMOS Features Advanced BIOS Features Integrated Peripherals Power Management Setup PC Health Status Load - Gigabyte GA-A75-D3H | User Manual - Page 34
settings, you can use this function to load the BIOS settings from a profile created before, without the hassles of reconfiguring the BIOS settings. First select the profile you wish to load, then press to complete. MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) Use this menu to configure the clock - Gigabyte GA-A75-D3H | User Manual - Page 35
: General Help F7: Optimized Defaults CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2011 Award Software MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) x CPU Voltage Control Normal CPU Vcore Auto 1.3750V Item Help Menu This item is present only when you install a CPU that supports this feature. - 35 - BIOS Setup - Gigabyte GA-A75-D3H | User Manual - Page 36
to 2000 MHz. This item is configurable only if the VGA Core Clock control option is set to Manual. CPU Clock Ratio Allows you to alter the clock ratio for the installed CPU. The adjustable range (Note) This item is present only when you install a CPU that supports this feature. BIOS Setup - 36 - - Gigabyte GA-A75-D3H | User Manual - Page 37
CPU Host Clock Control Enables or disables the control of CPU host clock. Auto (default) allows the BIOS to automatically adjust the CPU host frequency. Manual allows the CPU Frequency (MHz) item below to be configurable. Note: If your system fails to boot after overclocking, please wait for 20 - Gigabyte GA-A75-D3H | User Manual - Page 38
. (Default: Enabled) ******** System Voltage Optimized ******** System Voltage Control Determines whether to manually set the system voltages. Auto lets the BIOS automatically set the system voltages as required. Manual allows all voltage control items below to be configurable. (Default: Auto) CPU - Gigabyte GA-A75-D3H | User Manual - Page 39
as required. (Default) -0.600V ~ +0.600V The adjustable range is from -0.600V to +0.600V. Normal CPU Vcore Displays the normal operating voltage of your CPU. - 39 - BIOS Setup - Gigabyte GA-A75-D3H | User Manual - Page 40
of the SATA device on this channel. Extended IDE Drive Configure your SATA devices by using one of the two methods below: • Auto Lets the BIOS automatically detect SATA devices during the POST. (Default) • None If no SATA devices are used, set this item to None so the system will skip - Gigabyte GA-A75-D3H | User Manual - Page 41
stop for a keyboard error but stop for all other errors. (Default) Memory These fields are read-only and are determined by the BIOS POST. Base Memory Also called conventional memory. Typically, 640 KB will be reserved for the MS-DOS operating system. Extended Memory The amount - Gigabyte GA-A75-D3H | User Manual - Page 42
systems. (Default: Disabled) AMD K8 Cool&Quiet control Auto Lets the AMD Cool'n'Quiet driver dynamically adjust the CPU clock to be installed supports booting from a GPT partition, such as Windows 7 64bit and Windows Server 2003 64-bit. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting - Gigabyte GA-A75-D3H | User Manual - Page 43
is required for booting the system and for entering the BIOS Setup program. HDD S.M.A.R.T. Capability Enables or disables the S.M.A.R.T. Full Screen LOGO Show Allows you to determine whether to display the GIGABYTE Logo at system startup. Disabled displays normal POST message. (Default: - Gigabyte GA-A75-D3H | User Manual - Page 44
IDE mode if you wish to install operating systems that support Native mode. RAID Enables RAID for the SATA controller. (AHCI) is an interface specification that allows the storage driver to enable advanced Serial ATA features such as Native Command settings. BIOS Setup - 44 - - Gigabyte GA-A75-D3H | User Manual - Page 45
Defaults ESC: Exit F1: General Help F7: Optimized Defaults This motherboard incorporates cable diagnostic feature designed to detect the status of the No LAN Cable Is Attached... If no LAN cable is attached to the motherboard, the Status fields of all four pairs of wires will show Open and - Gigabyte GA-A75-D3H | User Manual - Page 46
a cable problem occurs on a specified pair of wires, the Status field will show Short and then length shown will be the approximate distance to the fault or short. Example: Part1-2 Status = Short / Length = 2m Explanation: A fault or short might occur at about 2m on Part 1-2. Note: Part 4-5 and Part - Gigabyte GA-A75-D3H | User Manual - Page 47
Resume PME Event Wake Up HPET Support (Note) Power On By x Resume Time (hh:mm:ss) ErP Support [Instant-off] [Enabled] [Disabled] [ up signal from a modem that supports wake-up function. (Default: Disabled ATX power supply providing at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. (Default: Enabled) HPET Support - Gigabyte GA-A75-D3H | User Manual - Page 48
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 removal of the AC power, or the settings may not be effective. ErP Support Determines whether to let the system consume less than 1W power in S5 ( . BIOS Setup - 48 - - Gigabyte GA-A75-D3H | User Manual - Page 49
Displays the detection status of the chassis intrusion detection device attached to the motherboard CI header. If the system chassis cover is removed, this field for CPU temperature. When CPU temperature exceeds the threshold, BIOS will emit warning sound. Options are: Disabled (default), 60oC - Gigabyte GA-A75-D3H | User Manual - Page 50
Mode Specifies how to control CPU fan speed. This item is configurable only if CPU Smart FAN Control is set to Enabled. Auto Lets the BIOS automatically detect the type of CPU fan installed and sets the optimal CPU fan control mode. (Default) Voltage Sets Voltage mode for a 3-pin CPU fan - Gigabyte GA-A75-D3H | User Manual - Page 51
try to load Fail-Safe defaults, which are the safest and most stable BIOS settings for the motherboard. 2-10 Load Optimized Defaults CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2011 Award Software MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) Load Fail-Safe Defaults Standard CMOS Features Load Optimized - Gigabyte GA-A75-D3H | User Manual - Page 52
1984-2011 Award Software MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) Standard CMOS Features Advanced BIOS Features Integrated Peripherals enter the supervisor password (or user password) at system startup and when entering BIOS Setup. User Password When the Password Check item is set to System, you - Gigabyte GA-A75-D3H | User Manual - Page 53
2-12 Save & Exit Setup CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2011 Award Software MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) Load Fail-Safe Defaults Standard CMOS Features Advanced BIOS Features Load Optimized Defaults Save to CMOS and EXIT (Y/N)? Y Set Supervisor Password Integrated - Gigabyte GA-A75-D3H | User Manual - Page 54
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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 - Gigabyte GA-A75-D3H | User Manual - Page 56
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. Drivers Installation - Gigabyte GA-A75-D3H | User Manual - Page 57
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 - Gigabyte GA-A75-D3H | User Manual - Page 58
, 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 - Gigabyte GA-A75-D3H | User Manual - Page 59
compress and back up your system data and perform restoration of it. Supporting NTFS, FAT32, and FAT16 file systems, Xpress Recovery2 can back up 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 - Gigabyte GA-A75-D3H | User Manual - Page 60
note that if there is no enough unallocated space, Xpress Recovery2 cannot save the backup file. B. Accessing Xpress Recovery2 1. Boot from the motherboard driver disk to access Xpress Recovery2 for the first time. When you see the following message: Press any key to startup Xpress Recovery2, press - Gigabyte GA-A75-D3H | User Manual - Page 61
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 - Gigabyte GA-A75-D3H | User Manual - Page 62
to an independent SATA controller, use the key during the POST to access Q-Flash. Award Modular BIOS v6.00PG Copyright (C) 1984-2011, Award Software, Inc. GA-A75-D3H E12 . . . . : BIOS Setup : XpressRecovery2 : Boot Menu : Qflash 05/26/2011-Llano-Hudson-7A66HG04C-00 Because - Gigabyte GA-A75-D3H | User Manual - Page 63
Update BIOS from Drive and press . • The Save Main BIOS to Drive option allows you to save the current BIOS file. • Q-Flash only supports USB BIOS update file and press . Make sure the BIOS update file matches your motherboard model. Step 2: The process of the system reading the BIOS - Gigabyte GA-A75-D3H | User Manual - Page 64
Defaults and press to load BIOS defaults. System will re-detect all peripheral devices after a BIOS update, so we recommend that you reload BIOS defaults. CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2011 Award Software MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) Load Fail-Safe Defaults Standard - Gigabyte GA-A75-D3H | User Manual - Page 65
model. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete. 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 - Gigabyte GA-A75-D3H | User Manual - Page 66
4-3 EasyTune 6 GIGABYTE's EasyTune 6 is a simple and easy-to-use interface that 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/overvoltage may result in - Gigabyte GA-A75-D3H | User Manual - Page 67
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 to configure the data sharing settings. in the - Gigabyte GA-A75-D3H | User Manual - Page 68
up to 64 backups (the actual limit depends on the size of each partition). When this limit is reached, the oldest backup will be ovewritten. Instructions for copying files/folders from a backup: To browse through your backups made at different time, select a backup time using the time scroll bar on - Gigabyte GA-A75-D3H | User Manual - Page 69
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 - Gigabyte GA-A75-D3H | User Manual - Page 70
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Configure SATA controller mode in BIOS Setup. C. Configure a RAID array in RAID BIOS. (Note 1) D. Install the SATA RAID/AHCI driver (Note 2) and operating only one hard drive. • Windows 7/Vista/XP setup disk. • Motherboard driver disk. • A USB floppy disk drive (needed during Windows XP installation - Gigabyte GA-A75-D3H | User Manual - Page 72
in system BIOS Setup. Step 1: Turn on your computer and press to enter BIOS Setup during the POST (Power-On Self-Test). Make sure and exit BIOS Setup. The BIOS Setup menus described in this section may differ from the exact settings for your motherboard. The actual BIOS Setup menu options - Gigabyte GA-A75-D3H | User Manual - Page 73
a non-RAID configuration. Step 1: After the POST memory test begins and before the operating system boot begins, look for a message which says "Press to enter RAID Option ROM Utility" (Figure 2). Press + to enter the RAID BIOS setup utility. RAID Option ROM Version 3.3.1540.11 - Gigabyte GA-A75-D3H | User Manual - Page 74
Create Arrays Manually To create a new array, press to enter the LD View Menu LD 1 Logical Drive 1 [ LD Define Menu ] RAID Mode Drv RAID 0 0 Stripe Block Gigabyte Boundary Read Policy 64 KB ON Read Ahead Initialization Fast Write Policy WriteBack [ Drives Assignments ] Port:ID - Gigabyte GA-A75-D3H | User Manual - Page 75
where you will see the newlycreated array. 9. Press to return to Main Menu and press again if you want to exit the RAID BIOS utility. - 75 - Appendix - Gigabyte GA-A75-D3H | User Manual - Page 76
to Main Menu. Option ROM Utility (c) 2011 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. LD No LD Name [ View LD Defination Menu ] RAID Mode Drv Capacity(GB) LD 1 GBT RAID 0 2 80 Stripe Block Read Policy 64 KB Read Ahead Write Policy WriteBack Port:ID 01:00 02:00 [ Drives Assignments ] Drive Model - Gigabyte GA-A75-D3H | User Manual - Page 77
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 - Gigabyte GA-A75-D3H | User Manual - Page 78
the hard drive(s) may not be recognized during the Windows setup process. First, copy the driver from the motherboard driver disk to a floppy disk. Refer to the methods below. Method A: • For the AMD A75 Chipset, copy all files in the \BootDrv\Hxp folder to your floppy disk. Method B: Steps: 1: Use - Gigabyte GA-A75-D3H | User Manual - Page 79
RAID/AHCI driver and press . Then a controller menu similar to that in Figure 3 will appear. Select AMD AHCI Compatible RAID Controller-x86 platform and press . Windows Setup You have chosen to configure a SCSI Adapter for use with Windows, using a device support - Gigabyte GA-A75-D3H | User Manual - Page 80
in the operating system, make sure the Chipset driver has been installed from the motherboard driver disk. Then install the AMD RAID Utility (go to Application Software\Install Application Software and select AMD RAID Utility to install). Then launch the AMD RAIDXpert from All Programs in the Start - Gigabyte GA-A75-D3H | User Manual - Page 81
audio driver. For manually configure the jack for microphone functionality. • 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 - Gigabyte GA-A75-D3H | User Manual - Page 82
Step 2: Connect an audio device to an audio jack. The The current connected device is dialog box appears. Select the device according to the type of device you connect. Then click OK. Step 3: On the Speakers screen, click the Speaker Configuration tab. In the Speaker Configuration list, select - Gigabyte GA-A75-D3H | User Manual - Page 83
5-2-2 Configuring S/PDIF Out The S/PDIF Out jack can transmit audio signals to an external decoder for decoding to get the best audio quality. 1. Connecting a S/PDIF Out Cable: Connect a S/PDIF optical cable to the corresponding S/PDIF out connector as shown below and an external decoder for - Gigabyte GA-A75-D3H | User Manual - Page 84
5-2-3 Enabling the Dolby Home Theater Function Before Dolby Home Theater is enabled, you get only 2-channel playback output (from the front speakers) when playing 2-channel stereo sources. You must play 4-, 5.1-, or 7.1- channel content to get 4-, 5.1-, or 7.1- channel audio effects. With Dolby Home - Gigabyte GA-A75-D3H | User Manual - Page 85
5-2-4 Configuring Microphone Recording Step 1: After installing the audio driver, the HD Audio Manager icon will appear in the notification area. Double-click the icon to access the HD Audio Manager. Step 2: Connect your microphone - Gigabyte GA-A75-D3H | User Manual - Page 86
Step 5: After completing the settings above, click Start, point to All Programs, point to Accessories, and then click Sound Recorder to begin the sound recording. * Enabling Stereo Mix If the HD Audio Manager does not display the recording device you wish to use, refer to the steps below. The - Gigabyte GA-A75-D3H | User Manual - Page 87
. 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. - 87 - Appendix - Gigabyte GA-A75-D3H | User Manual - Page 88
5-3 Troubleshooting 5-3-1 Frequently Asked Questions To read more FAQs for your motherboard, please go to the Support & Downloads\FAQ page on GIGABYTE's website. Q: In the BIOS Setup program, why are some BIOS options missing? A: Some advanced options are hidden in the BIOS Setup program. Press < - Gigabyte GA-A75-D3H | User Manual - Page 89
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 GA-A75-D3H | User Manual - Page 90
"Save & Exit Setup" to save changes and exit BIOS Setup. The problem is verified and solved. Turn off the computer and connect 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 GA-A75-D3H | User Manual - Page 91
GIGABYTE. Our Commitment to Preserving the Environment In addition to high-efficiency performance, all GIGABYTE motherboards parts and components have been carefully selected to meet RoHS requirement. Moreover, we at GIGABYTE disposal service or in your product's user's manual and we will be glad - Gigabyte GA-A75-D3H | User Manual - Page 92
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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: +1-626-854-9339 Tech - Gigabyte GA-A75-D3H | User Manual - Page 96
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 (Sales/Marketing) question, please link to: http://ggts.gigabyte.com.tw Then select your language to enter the system. Appendix - 96 -
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GA-A75-D3H
User's Manual
Rev. 1002
12ME-A75D3H-1002R