Gigabyte GA-F2A85XM-HD3 User Manual
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- Gigabyte GA-F2A85XM-HD3 | User Manual - Page 1
GA-F2A85XM-HD3 User's Manual Rev. 1001 12ME-F285HD3-1001R - Gigabyte GA-F2A85XM-HD3 | User Manual - Page 2
Motherboard GA-F2A85XM-HD3 Nov. 2, 2012 Motherboard GA-F2A85XM-HD3 Nov. 2, 2012 - Gigabyte GA-F2A85XM-HD3 | 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-F2A85XM-HD3 | User Manual - Page 4
Table of Contents GA-F2A85XM-HD3 Motherboard Layout 5 GA-F2A85XM-HD3 Motherboard Block Diagram 6 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 7 1-1 28 2-4 System...35 2-5 BIOS Features 36 2-6 Peripherals...39 2-7 Power Management 42 2-8 Save & Exit...44 Chapter 3 Drivers Installation 45 Chapter 4 Appendix - Gigabyte GA-F2A85XM-HD3 | User Manual - Page 5
VGA ATX_12V Socket FM2 ATX DVI USB_HDMI USB30_LAN CI AUDIO CPU_FAN BAT Realtek GbE LAN PCIEX16 SYS_FAN GA-F2A85XM-HD3 SATA3 7 6 F_USB30 SATA3 1 SATA3 0 Box Contents 55 GA-F2A85XM-HD3 motherboard 55 Motherboard driver disk 55 User's Manual 55 Two SATA cables 55 I/O Shield * The - Gigabyte GA-F2A85XM-HD3 | User Manual - Page 6
GA-F2A85XM-HD3 Motherboard Block Diagram 1 PCI Express x16 APU CLK+/- (100 MHz) DISP PCI Express Bus RJ45 LAN 4 USB 3.0/2.0 x4 8 USB 2.0/1.1 1 PCI Express x4 PCI Bus AMD A85X Dual BIOS 8 SATA 6Gb/s LPC LPT Bus iTE Super I/O COM CODEC PS/2 KB/Mouse MIC (Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out) - Gigabyte GA-F2A85XM-HD3 | User Manual - Page 7
of electrostatic discharge (ESD). Prior to installation, carefully read the user's manual and follow these procedures: •• Prior to installation, make sure the chassis about any installation steps or have a problem related to the use of the product, please consult a certified computer technician. - 7 - Gigabyte GA-F2A85XM-HD3 | User Manual - Page 8
FM2 Socket: - AMD A series processors - AMD Athlon™ series processors (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) Chipset ŠŠ AMD A85X Memory Onboard Graphics Audio ŠŠ 2 x 1.5V DDR3 DIMM sockets supporting audio feature through the audio driver. ŠŠ Support for S/PDIF Out LAN - Gigabyte GA-F2A85XM-HD3 | User Manual - Page 9
install. ŠŠ 2 x 64 Mbit flash ŠŠ Use of licensed AMI EFI BIOS ŠŠ Support for DualBIOS™ ŠŠ 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 Install Support for EasyTune * Available functions in EasyTune may differ by motherboard - Gigabyte GA-F2A85XM-HD3 | User Manual - Page 10
install the APU: •• Make sure that the motherboard supports the APU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest APU support list.) •• Always turn off the computer and unplug the Triangle Marking Denotes Pin One of the Socket FM2 Socket A Small Triangle Marking Denotes APU APU Pin One - 10 - - Gigabyte GA-F2A85XM-HD3 | User Manual - Page 11
and chips be used. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory modules.) •• Always supports Dual Channel Technology. After the memory is installed, the BIOS Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Carefully read the manual that came with your expansion - Gigabyte GA-F2A85XM-HD3 | User Manual - Page 12
-- AMD A series processor -- Windows 7 operating system -- An AMD Dual Graphics technology-supported motherboard (with the BIOS updated to the latest version) and correct driver (make sure the onboard graphics driver version is Rev. 8.981 or above) -- An AMD Radeon HD 6000 series graphics card that - Gigabyte GA-F2A85XM-HD3 | User Manual - Page 13
Configurations: This motherboard provides three video output ports: D-Sub, DVI-D, and HDMI. Triple-display configurations are supported after you install motherboard drivers in OS. Only dual-display configurations are supported during the BIOS Setup or POST process. (Note) The DVI-D port does not - Gigabyte GA-F2A85XM-HD3 | User Manual - Page 14
enabled •• BIOS Setup: At least 512 MB of UMA Frame Buffer Size (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," USB 3.0/2.0 Port The USB 3.0 port supports the USB 3.0 specification and is compatible and enable the multi-channel audio feature through the audio driver. •• When removing the cable connected to a back - Gigabyte GA-F2A85XM-HD3 | User Manual - Page 15
1-8 Internal Connectors 13 4 2 14 15 5 8 7 12 11 13 10 6 9 1) ATX_12V 2) ATX 3) CPU_FAN 4) SYS_FAN 5) SATA3 0/1/2/3/4/5/6/7 6) F_PANEL 7) F_AUDIO 8) SPDIF_O 9) F_USB30 10) F_USB1/F_USB2 11) LPT 12) COM 13) CLR_CMOS 14) CI 15) BAT Read the following guidelines before connecting external devices - Gigabyte GA-F2A85XM-HD3 | User Manual - Page 16
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-F2A85XM-HD3 | User Manual - Page 17
SATA 3Gb/s and SATA 1.5Gb/s standard. Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device. The AMD A85X Chipset supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 10, and JBOD. Refer to Chapter 4, "ConDfiEgBuUrGing SATA Hard Drive(s)," for instructions on configuring a RAID array. PORT 1 DEBUG SATA3 7 PORT - Gigabyte GA-F2A85XM-HD3 | User Manual - Page 18
power switch on the chassis front panel. You may configure the way to turn off your system using the power switch (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Power Management," for more information). •• HD (Hard Drive Activity LED): Connects to the hard drive activity LED on the chassis front panel. The - Gigabyte GA-F2A85XM-HD3 | User Manual - Page 19
8 No Pin 9 LINE2_L 9 Line Out (L) 10 GND 10 NC •• The front panel audio header supports HD audio by default. •• Audio signals will be present on both of the front and back panel audio cable, carefully read the manual for your expansion card. 1 Pin No. Definition 1 SPDIFO 2 GND - 19 - - Gigabyte GA-F2A85XM-HD3 | User Manual - Page 20
9) F_USB30 (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 3.5" front panel that provides two USB 3.0/2.0 ports, please contact the local dealer. 1 F_USB30 20 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Definition VBUS SSRX1SSRX1+ - Gigabyte GA-F2A85XM-HD3 | User Manual - Page 21
11) LPT (Parallel Port Header) The LPT header can provide one parallel port via an optional LPT port cable. For purchasing the optional LPT port cable, please contact the local dealer. 25 1 26 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 Definition STBAFDPD0 ERRPD1 INITPD2 SLINPD3 GND PD4 GND PD5 2 - Gigabyte GA-F2A85XM-HD3 | User Manual - Page 22
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 BIOS Setup to load factory defaults (select Load Optimized Defaults) or manually configure the BIOS settings (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," for BIOS - Gigabyte GA-F2A85XM-HD3 | User Manual - Page 23
15) 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 turned off. Replace the battery when the battery voltage drops to a low level, - Gigabyte GA-F2A85XM-HD3 | User Manual - Page 24
to the CMOS to keep the configuration values in the CMOS. To access the BIOS Setup program, press the 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 - Gigabyte GA-F2A85XM-HD3 | User Manual - Page 25
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 - Gigabyte GA-F2A85XM-HD3 | User Manual - Page 26
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 configuration. For example, pass your mouse arrow over the CPU and memory sockets and - Gigabyte GA-F2A85XM-HD3 | User Manual - Page 27
and date. This menu also displays information on the devices connected to the SATA ports. „„ BIOS Features Use this menu to configure the device boot order, advanced features available on the CPU, and the primary display adapter. „„ Peripherals Use this menu to configure all peripheral devices, such - Gigabyte GA-F2A85XM-HD3 | User Manual - Page 28
system configurations. Incorrectly doing overclock/overvoltage may result in damage to CPU, chipset, or memory and reduce the useful life of these section provides information on the BIOS version, CPU base clock, CPU frequency, memory frequency, total memory size, CPU temperature, Vcore, and memory voltage. - Gigabyte GA-F2A85XM-HD3 | User Manual - Page 29
bus frequency in 1 MHz increments. (Default: Auto) Important: It is highly recommended that the CPU frequency be set in accordance with the CPU specifications. && NB Clock (Mhz) Allows you to manually set the CPU North Bridge frequency. The adjustable range is from 800 MHz to 6000 MHz. This item is - Gigabyte GA-F2A85XM-HD3 | User Manual - Page 30
(Note) Allows you alter the ratio for the CPB. The adjustable range is dependent on the CPU being installed. (Default: Auto) && Cool&Quiet Enabled Lets the AMD Cool'n'Quiet driver dynamically adjust the CPU clock and VID to reduce heat output from your computer and its power consumption. (Default - Gigabyte GA-F2A85XM-HD3 | User Manual - Page 31
manually enable/disable CPU cores. Automatic mode allows the BIOS to enable all CPU cores (number of cores available depends on the CPU being used). (Default: Automatic mode) && Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) (Note) Allows the BIOS you install a memory module that supports this feature. - 31 - - Gigabyte GA-F2A85XM-HD3 | User Manual - Page 32
will display the value based on the SPD data on the XMP memory. && Profile VTT Voltage The value displayed here is dependent on the CPU being used. && Rank Interleaving Enables or disables memory rank interleaving. Enabled allows the system to simultaneously access different ranks of the memory to - Gigabyte GA-F2A85XM-HD3 | User Manual - Page 33
`` Advanced Voltage Settings This sub-menu allows you to set CPU and memory voltages. `` PC Health Status && Reset Case Open Status Disabled Keeps or clears the record of previous chassis intrusion status. (Default) Enabled Clears the - Gigabyte GA-F2A85XM-HD3 | User Manual - Page 34
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 - Gigabyte GA-F2A85XM-HD3 | User Manual - Page 35
System This section provides information on your 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 date format is - Gigabyte GA-F2A85XM-HD3 | User Manual - Page 36
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 operating system that supports GPT partitioning, select the device prefixed with "UEFI:" string. Or if you want - Gigabyte GA-F2A85XM-HD3 | User Manual - Page 37
skips the GIGABYTE Logo when the system starts up. (Default: Enabled) && CSM Support Enables or disables UEFI CSM (Compatibility Support Module) to support a legacy PC boot process. Always Enables UEFI CSM. (Default) Never Disables UEFI CSM and supports UEFI BIOS boot process only - Gigabyte GA-F2A85XM-HD3 | User Manual - Page 38
from the Windows Deployment Services server. (Default: Disable Link) && Ipv4 PXE Boot Support Enables or disables IPv4 PXE Support. This item is 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 - Gigabyte GA-F2A85XM-HD3 | User Manual - Page 39
(AHCI) is an interface specification that allows the storage driver to enable advanced Serial ATA features such as Native Command audio, set this item to Disabled. && IOMMU Enables or disables AMD IOMMU support. (Default: Enabled) && Onboard LAN Controller Enables or disables the onboard - Gigabyte GA-F2A85XM-HD3 | User Manual - Page 40
for USB keyboards/mice in MS-DOS or in operating system that does not natively support USB devices. (Default: Disabled) && USB Storage Devices Displays a list of connected USB mass storage devices. This item appears only when a USB storage device is installed. `` SATA Configuration && PORT0 Hot - Gigabyte GA-F2A85XM-HD3 | User Manual - Page 41
by the South Bridge as the first display. && Integrated Graphics Enables or disables the onboard graphics function. Auto The BIOS will automatically enable or disable the onboard graphics depending on the graphics card being installed. (Default) Disabled Disables the onboard - Gigabyte GA-F2A85XM-HD3 | User Manual - Page 42
is turned on upon the return of the AC power. Always Off The system stays off upon the return of the AC power. (Default) (Note) Supported on Windows 7/Vista operating system only. - 42 - - Gigabyte GA-F2A85XM-HD3 | User Manual - Page 43
&& Power On By Keyboard Allows the system to be turned on by a PS/2 keyboard wake-up event. Note: To use this function, you need an ATX power supply providing at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. Disabled Disables this function. (Default) Password Set a password with 1~5 characters to turn on - Gigabyte GA-F2A85XM-HD3 | User Manual - Page 44
and select Yes to confirm. Your system will restart automatically and boot from that device. && Save Profiles This function allows you to save the current BIOS settings to a profile. You can create up to 8 profiles and save as Setup Profile 1~ Setup Profile 8. Press to complete. Or you can - Gigabyte GA-F2A85XM-HD3 | User Manual - Page 45
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. Chapter 4 Appendix - Gigabyte GA-F2A85XM-HD3 | User Manual - Page 46
the operating system boot begins, look for a message which says "Press to enter RAID Option ROM Utility". Press + to enter the RAID BIOS setup utility. To create a new array, press to enter the LD View/LD Define Menu window. To create an array, press to access the - Gigabyte GA-F2A85XM-HD3 | User Manual - Page 47
press again if you want to exit the RAID BIOS utility. Making a SATA RAID/AHCI Driver Diskette Before installing Windows XP, connect a USB floppy disk or RAID driver." Insert the floppy disk containing the SATA RAID/AHCI driver. Follow the on-screen instructions to install the driver that - Gigabyte GA-F2A85XM-HD3 | User Manual - Page 48
product. Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) Directive Statement GIGABYTE products have not intended to add and safe from , 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 - Gigabyte GA-F2A85XM-HD3 | User Manual - Page 49
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GA-F2A85XM-HD3
User's Manual
Rev. 1001
12ME-F285HD3-1001R