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GA-H270-HD3 User's Manual Rev. 1001 12ME-H270HD3-1001R For more product details, please visit GIGABYTE's website. To reduce the impacts on global warming, the packaging materials of this product are recyclable and reusable. GIGABYTE works with you to protect the environment. - Gigabyte GA-H270-HD3 | Users Manual - Page 2
Motherboard GA-H270-HD3 Motherboard GA-H270-HD3 Dec. 9, 2016 Dec. 9, 2016 Copyright © 2016 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. All rights reserved. The trademarks mentioned in this manual are legally registered to their respective owners. Disclaimer Information in this manual is protected by copyright - Gigabyte GA-H270-HD3 | Users Manual - Page 3
GA-H270-HD3 Motherboard Layout 4 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 5 1-1 Installation Precautions 5 1-2 Product Specifications 6 1-3 Installing the CPU 9 1-4 Installing the Memory 9 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card 10 1-6 Back Panel Connectors 10 1-7 Internal Connectors 12 Chapter 2 BIOS - Gigabyte GA-H270-HD3 | Users Manual - Page 4
3 2 5 4 SATA3 B_BIOS M_BIOS F_USB1 CLR_CMOS F_AUDIO COM LPT TPM F_USB2 SYS_FAN3 F_PANEL CPU DRAM VGA BOOT Box Contents 55 GA-H270-HD3 motherboard 55 Motherboard driver disk 55 User's Manual 55 Two SATA cables 55 I/O Shield 55 One G Connector * The box contents above are for reference - Gigabyte GA-H270-HD3 | Users Manual - Page 5
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 motherboard, CPU motherboard motherboard, do not allow screws to come in contact with the motherboard motherboard problem - Gigabyte GA-H270-HD3 | Users Manual - Page 6
® Pentium® processors/Intel® Celeron® processors in the LGA1151 package (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) ŠŠ L3 cache varies with CPU Chipset ŠŠ Intel® H270 Express Chipset Memory Onboard Graphics Audio ŠŠ 4 x DDR4 DIMM sockets supporting up to 64 GB of system memory - Gigabyte GA-H270-HD3 | Users Manual - Page 7
ŠŠ ŠŠ Back Panel ŠŠ Connectors ŠŠ ŠŠ ŠŠ ŠŠ ŠŠ ŠŠ ŠŠ - Support for RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, and RAID 10 * Refer to "1-7 -pin ATX main power connector 1 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector 1 x M.2 Socket 3 connector 1 x SATA Express connector 6 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors 1 x CPU fan header - Gigabyte GA-H270-HD3 | Users Manual - Page 8
before installing Windows 7. Form Factor ŠŠ ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 22.5cm * GIGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to the product specifications and product-related information without prior notice. Please visit GIGABYTE's website for support lists of CPU, memory modules, SSDs, and - Gigabyte GA-H270-HD3 | Users Manual - Page 9
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 - Gigabyte GA-H270-HD3 | Users Manual - Page 10
) DDR4_3 - DS/SS DS/SS DDR4_1 DS/SS - - DS/SS Due to CPU limitations, read the following guidelines before installing the memory in Dual Channel mode. 1. Dual expansion card: •• Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Carefully read the manual that came with your expansion card. - Gigabyte GA-H270-HD3 | Users Manual - Page 11
can use this port to connect your HDMI-supported monitor. The maximum supported resolution is 4096x2160@24 Hz, but the actual resolutions supported are dependent on the monitor being used. •• To set up a triple-display configuration, you must install motherboard drivers in the operating system first - Gigabyte GA-H270-HD3 | Users Manual - Page 12
6 5 6 16 10 18 9 13 14 15 12 4 8 1) ATX_12V_2X4 2) ATX 3) CPU_FAN 4) SYS_FAN1/2/3 5) SATA EXPRESS 6) SATA3 0/1/2/3/4/5 7) M2A_32G 8) F_PANEL 9) COM 14) LPT 15) TPM 16) CLR_CMOS 17) BAT 18) CPU/DRAM/VGA/BOOT Read the following guidelines before connecting external devices: motherboard. - 12 - - Gigabyte GA-H270-HD3 | Users Manual - Page 13
orientation. The 12V power connector mainly supplies power to the CPU. If the 12V power connector is not connected, the computer 5V +5V (Only for 2x12-pin ATX) GND (Only for 2x12-pin ATX) 3/4) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN1/2/3 (Fan Headers) All fan headers on this motherboard are 4-pin. Most fan headers possess - Gigabyte GA-H270-HD3 | Users Manual - Page 14
Chapter 3, "Configuring a RAID Set," for instructions on configuring a RAID array. _ B_ 110 80 60 42 Follow the steps below to correctly install an M.2 SSD in the M.2 connector. Step 1: Use a screw driver to unfasten the screw and nut from the motherboard. Locate the proper mounting hole for - Gigabyte GA-H270-HD3 | Users Manual - Page 15
turn off your system using the power switch (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Power," for more information). •• SPEAK (Speaker, Orange): 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 - Gigabyte GA-H270-HD3 | Users Manual - Page 16
) The front panel audio header supports Intel High Definition 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 - Gigabyte GA-H270-HD3 | Users Manual - Page 17
12) F_USB1/F_USB2 (USB 2.0/1.1 Headers) The headers conform to USGB.2QB.0O/F1M.1 specification. Each USB header can provide two USB ports via an optional USB bracket. For purchasing the optional USB bracket, please contact the local dealer. 9 1 10 2 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 Definition Power (5V) - Gigabyte GA-H270-HD3 | Users Manual - Page 18
outlet 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 (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," for BIOS configurations). _ _B 17) BAT (Battery) The battery provides power to - Gigabyte GA-H270-HD3 | Users Manual - Page 19
/BOOT (Status LEDs) The status LEDs show the curBr_ent state of the CPU, memory, graphics card, and BIOS. If a particular LED is on, that mUeSaBn0s_tBhe corresponding device is not working normally. CPU: CPU status LED DRAM: Memory status LED CPU DRAM VGA BOOT VGA: Graphics card status LED BOOT - Gigabyte GA-H270-HD3 | Users Manual - Page 20
battery on the motherboard supplies the necessary power 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 - Gigabyte GA-H270-HD3 | Users Manual - Page 21
Frequency Settings && High Performance Allows you to determine whether to let the BIOS automatically increase the CPU base clock for better performance. (Default: Disabled) && CPU Base Clock Allows you to manually set the CPU base clock in 0.01 MHz increments. (Default: Auto) Important: It is highly - Gigabyte GA-H270-HD3 | Users Manual - Page 22
to determine whether to enable multi-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 configure this setting. (Default: Auto) && Intel(R) Speed Shift Technology - Gigabyte GA-H270-HD3 | Users Manual - Page 23
to decrease power consumption. The C3 state is a more enhanced power-saving state than C1. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) && C6/C7 State Support (Note 1) Allows you to determine whether to let the CPU enter C6/C7 mode in system halt state. When enabled, the - Gigabyte GA-H270-HD3 | Users Manual - Page 24
memory SPD data. (Default: Auto) && Memory Ref Clock Allows you to manually adjust the memory reference clock. (Default: Auto) && Memory Odd Ratio (100 BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) (Note) This item is present only when you install a CPU and a memory module that support - Gigabyte GA-H270-HD3 | Users Manual - Page 25
Mode is set to Manual or Advanced Manual. Note: Your CPU Vcore voltage. Selecting a higher level keeps the CPU Vcore voltage more consistent with what is set in BIOS under heavy load. Auto lets the BIOS chassis intrusion detection device attached to the motherboard CI header. If the system chassis - Gigabyte GA-H270-HD3 | Users Manual - Page 26
and to make further adjustment. (Default: CPU FAN) && Fan Speed Control Allows you to Silent Allows the fan to run at slow speeds. Manual Allows you to control the fan speed in the curve graph && Fan Control Mode Auto Lets the BIOS automatically detect the type of fan installed and - Gigabyte GA-H270-HD3 | Users Manual - Page 27
2-3 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. && Access Level Displays the current access level depending on the type of password protection used. (If no password is - Gigabyte GA-H270-HD3 | Users Manual - Page 28
when you enter BIOS Setup. After GIGABYTE Logo when the system starts up. (Default: Enabled) && Boot Option Priorities Specifies the overall boot order from the available devices. Removable storage devices that support GPT format will be prefixed with "UEFI:" string on the boot device list - Gigabyte GA-H270-HD3 | Users Manual - Page 29
Ultra Fast. && NetWork Stack Driver Support Disabled Disables booting from the network. (Default) Enabled Enables booting from the network. This item is UEFI CSM. (Default) Disabled Disables UEFI CSM and supports UEFI BIOS boot process only. This item is configurable only when - Gigabyte GA-H270-HD3 | Users Manual - Page 30
UEFI Enables UEFI option ROM only. This item is configurable only when CSM Support is set to Enabled. && Other PCI devices Allows you to select 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 - Gigabyte GA-H270-HD3 | Users Manual - Page 31
slot as the first display. && EZ RAID Allows you to quickly set up a RAID array. Refer to Chapter 3, "Configuring a RAID Set," for instructions on configuring a RAID array. && Ambient LED Enables or disables the onboard audio LED function. (Default: On) && Intel Platform Trust Technology (PTT - Gigabyte GA-H270-HD3 | Users Manual - Page 32
which protects the BIOS from malicious attacks. `` Network Stack Configuration && Network Stack Disables or enables booting from the network to install a GPT format OS, such as installing the OS from the Windows Deployment Services server. (Default: Disabled) && Ipv4 PXE Support Enables or disables - Gigabyte GA-H270-HD3 | Users Manual - Page 33
storage driver to enable advanced Serial ATA features such as Native Command Queuing and hot plug. (Default) && Aggressive LPM Support (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 - Gigabyte GA-H270-HD3 | Users Manual - Page 34
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. && Wake Enabled) && DMI ASPM Allows you to configure the ASPM mode for both CPU side and Chipset side of the DMI link. This item is configurable only when - Gigabyte GA-H270-HD3 | Users Manual - Page 35
/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 fail. If this occurs, please set to Enabled. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) && Resume by Alarm Determines - Gigabyte GA-H270-HD3 | Users Manual - Page 36
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-H270-HD3 | Users Manual - Page 37
and capacity). (Note 2) •• A Windows setup disk. •• Motherboard driver disk. •• A USB thumb drive. Configuring SATA Controllers A. motherboard. The actual BIOS Setup menu options you will see shall depend on the motherboard you have and the BIOS version. C-1. Using EZ RAID GIGABYTE motherboards - Gigabyte GA-H270-HD3 | Users Manual - Page 38
1. In BIOS Setup, go to BIOS and set CSM Support to Enabled and Storage Boot Option Control to Legacy. Save the changes and exit BIOS Setup. After , etc. To exit the RAID BIOS utility, press or select 6. Exit in MAIN MENU. Please visit GIGABYTE's website for details on configuring a RAID array - Gigabyte GA-H270-HD3 | Users Manual - Page 39
Drivers Installation •• Before installing the drivers, first install the operating system. (The following instructions use Windows 10 as the example operating system.) •• After installing the operating system, insert the motherboard driver system and then list all of the drivers that are recommended - Gigabyte GA-H270-HD3 | Users Manual - Page 40
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 - Gigabyte GA-H270-HD3 | Users Manual - Page 41
. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation - Gigabyte GA-H270-HD3 | Users Manual - Page 42
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To reduce the impacts on global warming, the packaging materials of this product
are recyclable and reusable. GIGABYTE works with you to protect the environment.
For more product details, please visit GIGABYTE's website.
GA-H270-HD3
User's Manual
Rev. 1001
12ME-H270HD3-1001R