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GA-PA65-D3-B3 GA-P61-USB3-B3 LGA1155 socket motherboard for Intel® Core™ i7 processors/ Intel® Core™ i5 processors/Intel® Core™ i3 processors/ Intel® Pentium® processors/Intel® Celeron® processors User's Manual Rev. 1001 12ME-PA65D3B-1001R - Gigabyte GA-P61-USB3-B3 | Manual - Page 2
Motherboard GA-PA65-D3-B3/GA-P61-USB3-B3 Feb. 11, 2011 Motherboard GA-PA65-D3-B3/ GA-P61-USB3-B3 Feb. 11, 2011 - Gigabyte GA-P61-USB3-B3 | 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-P61-USB3-B3 | Manual - Page 4
7 GA-PA65-D3-B3/GA-P61-USB3-B3 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 16 - Gigabyte GA-P61-USB3-B3 | 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-P61-USB3-B3 | Manual - Page 6
Box Contents GA-PA65-D3-B3 or GA-P61-USB3-B3 motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual Quick Installation Guide Two SATA cables I/O Shield • The box contents above are for reference only and the actual items shall depend on the product package you obtain. The - Gigabyte GA-P61-USB3-B3 | Manual - Page 7
GA-PA65-D3-B3/GA-P61-USB3-B3 Motherboard Layout KB_MS_USB ATX_12V CPU_FAN COMA LPT COAXIAL LGA1155 ATX R_USB30 USB_LAN AUDIO F_AUDIO Etron EJ168 SYS_FAN1 PWR_FAN PCIEX16 BAT GA-PA65-D3-B3/ GA-P61-USB3-B3 Realtek RTL8111E PCIEX1_1 CODEC PCIEX1_2 SPDIF_O PCI1 M_BIOS B_BIOS iTE IT8728 - Gigabyte GA-P61-USB3-B3 | Manual - Page 8
PA65-D3-B3/GA-P61-USB3-B3 Motherboard Block Diagram 1 PCI Express x16 CPU CLK+/- (100 MHz) LGA1155 CPU DDR3 1333/1066/800 MHz Dual Channel Memory PCIe CLK (100 MHz) x16 PCI Express Bus DMI Interface FDI Interface 2 USB 3.0/2.0 2 SATA 6Gb/s j PCIe CLK (100 MHz) Etron Marvell EJ168 88SE9172 - Gigabyte GA-P61-USB3-B3 | Manual - Page 9
's manual and follow these procedures: •• Prior to installation, do not remove or break motherboard strap when handling electronic com- ponents such as a motherboard, CPU or memory. If you do not have an ESD wrist strap steps or have a problem related to the use of the product, please consult - Gigabyte GA-P61-USB3-B3 | Manual - Page 10
/Intel® Celeron® 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® H61 Express Chipset Memory Audio ŠŠ 2 x 1.5V DDR3 DIMM sockets supporting up to 16 GB of system memory * Due to Windows 32-bit - Gigabyte GA-P61-USB3-B3 | Manual - Page 11
speed control * Whether the CPU/system fan speed control function is supported will depend on the CPU/system cooler you install. ŠŠ 2 x 32 Mbit flash ŠŠ Use of licensed AWARD BIOS ŠŠ Support for DualBIOS™ ŠŠ PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.0, SM BIOS 2.4, ACPI 1.0b j Only for GA-PA65-D3-B3. - 11 - Hardware - Gigabyte GA-P61-USB3-B3 | 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-P61-USB3-B3 | Manual - Page 13
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 CPU socket and the notches on the CPU. LGA1155 CPU Socket Alignment Key Alignment Key Pin One Corner of the CPU Socket LGA1155 CPU Notch - Gigabyte GA-P61-USB3-B3 | Manual - Page 14
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 to the CPU. Step 1: Gently press the CPU socket lever handle down and away from the - Gigabyte GA-P61-USB3-B3 | Manual - Page 15
pin. Check that the Male and Female push pins are joined closely. (Refer to your CPU cooler installation manual for instructions on installing the cooler.) Step 5: After the installation, check the back of the motherboard. If the push pin is inserted as the picture above shows, the installation is - Gigabyte GA-P61-USB3-B3 | Manual - Page 16
motherboard provides two 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 the original memory bandwidth. The two DDR3 memory sockets - Gigabyte GA-P61-USB3-B3 | Manual - Page 17
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 the steps below to correctly install your memory modules in the memory sockets. Step 1: Note the orientation of the memory module. Spread the retaining clips at - Gigabyte GA-P61-USB3-B3 | 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). 777 Install the driver provided with the expansion card - Gigabyte GA-P61-USB3-B3 | Manual - Page 19
3.0 port supports the USB 3.0 specification and is compatible to the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Use this the states of the LAN port LEDs. Connection/ Speed LED Activity LED LAN Port Connection/Speed LED from your device and then remove it from the motherboard. •• When removing the cable, pull it - Gigabyte GA-P61-USB3-B3 | Manual - Page 20
7.1-channel audio, you need connect with the port of HD Audio standard via front panel and enable the multi-channel audio feature through the audio driver. Hardware Installation - 20 - - Gigabyte GA-P61-USB3-B3 | Manual - Page 21
2) ATX 3) CPU_FAN 4) SYS_FAN1/2 5) PWR_FAN 6) BAT 7) SATA2_0/1/2/3 2 6 13 7 8 j 12 9 8) GSATA3_4/5 j 9) F_PANEL 10) F_AUDIO 11) SPDIF_O 12) F_USB1/F_USB2 13) CLR_CMOS j Only for GA-PA65-D3-B3. cable has been securely attached to the connector on the motherboard. - 21 - Hardware Installation - Gigabyte GA-P61-USB3-B3 | Manual - Page 22
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 the correct orientation. The 12V power connector mainly supplies power to the CPU. If the 12V power connector is - Gigabyte GA-P61-USB3-B3 | Manual - Page 23
). The motherboard supports CPU fan speed control, which requires the use of a CPU fan with CPU or the system may hang. •• These fan headers are not configuration jumper blocks. Do not place a jumper cap on the headers. 6) BAT (Battery) The battery provides power to keep the values (such as BIOS - Gigabyte GA-P61-USB3-B3 | Manual - Page 24
instructions on configuring a RAID array. Pin No. Definition 1 GND 7 2 TXP GSATA3_5 3 TXN 4 GND 5 RXN 6 RXP GSATA3_4 7 GND 1 A RAID 0 or RAID 1 configuration requires two hard drives. Please connect the L-shaped end of the SATA cable to your SATA hard drive. j Only for GA-PA65-D3-B3 - Gigabyte GA-P61-USB3-B3 | Manual - Page 25
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 panel design may differ by chassis. A front panel module mainly consists of power switch, reset switch, power LED, hard drive - Gigabyte GA-P61-USB3-B3 | Manual - Page 26
header supports HD audio by default. If your chassis provides an AC'97 front panel audio module, refer to the instructions on how digital audio cable for digital audio output from your motherboard to your graphics card if you wish to connect the manual for your expansion card. Pin No. Definition 1 - Gigabyte GA-P61-USB3-B3 | Manual - Page 27
only the USB ports routed to the F_USB1 header can support the ON/OFF Charge function. •• Do not plug motherboard. •• 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 - Gigabyte GA-P61-USB3-B3 | Manual - Page 28
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that searches and downloads the latest version of BIOS 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 - Gigabyte GA-P61-USB3-B3 | Manual - Page 30
(Default) B. The POST Screen Award Modular BIOS v6.00PG Copyright (C) 1984-2011, Award Software, Inc. Motherboard Model BIOS Version PA65-D3-B3 E22 . . . . : BIOS Setup : XpressRecovery2 : Boot Menu : Qflash 01/12/2011-H61-7A89UG0UC-00 Function Keys Function Keys Function - Gigabyte GA-P61-USB3-B3 | Manual - Page 31
you enter the BIOS Setup program, the Main Menu (as shown below) appears on the screen. Use arrow keys to move among the items and press to accept or enter a sub-menu. (Sample BIOS Version: GA-PA65-D3-B3 E22) CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2011 Award Software MB Intelligent Tweaker - Gigabyte GA-P61-USB3-B3 | Manual - Page 32
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, frequency and voltages of your CPU, memory, etc. Standard CMOS Features Use this - Gigabyte GA-P61-USB3-B3 | Manual - Page 33
.71 MHz 1024 MB 43.0 oC 1.200V 1.536V Move Enter: Select F5: Previous Values +/-/PU/PD: Value F10: Save F6: Fail-Safe Defaults ESC: Exit F1: General Help F7: Optimized Defaults This section provides information on the BIOS version, CPU base clock, CPU frequency, memory frequency, total - Gigabyte GA-P61-USB3-B3 | Manual - Page 34
CPU Clock Ratio CPU Frequency } Advanced CPU Core Features >>>>> Standard Clock Control System Memory Multiplier (SPD) Memory CPU Cores Enabled (Note) CPU Multi-Threading (Note) CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) (Note) C3/C6 State Support (Note) CPU Thermal Monitor (Note) CPU - Gigabyte GA-P61-USB3-B3 | Manual - Page 35
frequency and voltage will be reduced during system halt state to decrease power consumption. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) C3/C6 State Support (Note) Allows you to determine whether to let the CPU enter C3/C6 mode in system halt state. When enabled, the - Gigabyte GA-P61-USB3-B3 | Manual - Page 36
is the memory frequency that is automatically adjusted according to the System Memory Multiplier settings. (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. BIOS Setup - 36 - Gigabyte GA-P61-USB3-B3 | Manual - Page 37
here is dependent on the CPU being used. Channel Interleaving Enables or disables memory channel interleaving. Enabled allows the system to simultaneously access different channels of the memory to increase memory performance and stability. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting - Gigabyte GA-P61-USB3-B3 | Manual - Page 38
), 1~31. tWL Options are: Auto (default), 1~12. tRFC Options are: Auto (default), 1~255. tRTP Options are: Auto (default), 1~15. tFAW Options are: Auto (default), 1~63. BIOS Setup - 38 - - Gigabyte GA-P61-USB3-B3 | Manual - Page 39
Advanced Voltage Settings ****** Mother Board Voltage Control ****** Voltage Types Normal Current >>> CPU Load-Line Calibration [ CPU voltage more constant under light and heavy CPU load. Disabled sets the CPU voltage following Intel specifications. Auto lets the BIOS automatically - Gigabyte GA-P61-USB3-B3 | Manual - Page 40
-2011 Award Software Miscellaneous Settings Isochronous Support Virtualization Technology (Note) [Enabled] Isochronous Support Determines whether to enable specific streams within the CPU and is present only when you install a CPU that supports this feature. For more information about Intel - Gigabyte GA-P61-USB3-B3 | Manual - Page 41
All, But Keyboard] Base Memory Extended Memory Total Memory 640K 1007M 1016M Move Enter: three methods below: • Auto Lets the BIOS automatically detect SATA devices during the POST. system startup. • Manual Allows you to manually enter the specifications of the hard drive - Gigabyte GA-P61-USB3-B3 | Manual - Page 42
Keyboard The system boot will not 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 - Gigabyte GA-P61-USB3-B3 | Manual - Page 43
item in the BIOS Main Menu. Setup A password is only required for entering the BIOS Setup program. (Default) System A password is required for booting the system and for entering the BIOS Setup program. (Note) This item is present only when you install a CPU that supports this feature - Gigabyte GA-P61-USB3-B3 | Manual - Page 44
NT4.0. (Default: Disabled) No-Execute Memory Protect (Note) Enables or disables Intel Execute supporting software and system. (Default: Enabled) Delay For HDD (Secs) Allows you to set a delay time for the BIOS install a CPU that supports this feature. For more information about Intel CPUs' - Gigabyte GA-P61-USB3-B3 | Manual - Page 45
LAN } SMART LAN Onboard LAN Boot ROM Onboard USB3 Native Mode (Intel H61 Chipset) Specifies the operating systems that do not support Native mode. Enabled operating systems that support Native mode. ( to Disabled. Onboard H/W LAN Enables or disables the onboard LAN function. (Default: Enabled - Gigabyte GA-P61-USB3-B3 | Manual - Page 46
Is Attached... If no LAN cable is attached to the motherboard, the Status fields of all four pairs of wires will show Open and the Length fields show 0m, as shown in the figure above. When LAN Cable Is Functioning Normally... If no cable problem is detected on the LAN cable connected to a Gigabit - Gigabyte GA-P61-USB3-B3 | Manual - Page 47
to AHCI mode. Advanced Host Controller Interface (AHCI) is an interface specification that allows the storage driver to enable advanced Serial ATA features such as Native Command Queuing and Parallel Port), ECP (Extended Capabilities Port), ECP+EPP. j Only for GA-PA65-D3-B3. - 47 - BIOS Setup - Gigabyte GA-P61-USB3-B3 | Manual - Page 48
from a PCI or PCIe device. Note: To use this function, you need an ATX power supply providing at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. (Default: Enabled) Power signal from a modem that supports wake-up function. (Default: Enabled) (Note) Supported on Windows 7/Vista operating system only. BIOS Setup - 48 - - Gigabyte GA-P61-USB3-B3 | Manual - Page 49
a specific time on each day or on a specific day in HPET Support is need an ATX power supply need an ATX power supply providing Memory The system returns to its last known awake state upon the return of the AC power. ErP Support LAN. (Note) Supported on Windows 7/Vista operating system only. - 49 - Gigabyte GA-P61-USB3-B3 | Manual - Page 50
Copyright (C) 1984-2011 Award Software PC Health Status x Slope PWM CPU Smart FAN Mode 1.75 PWM value /oC [Auto] Item the detection status of the chassis intrusion detection device attached to the motherboard CI header. If the system chassis cover is removed, this field BIOS Setup - 50 - - Gigabyte GA-P61-USB3-B3 | Manual - Page 51
FAN Control is set to Manual. Options are: 0.75 PWM value /oC ~ 2.50 PWM value /oC. CPU Smart FAN Mode Specifies how to control CPU fan speed. This item is configurable only when CPU Smart FAN Control is enabled. Auto Lets the BIOS automatically detect the type of CPU fan installed and sets the - Gigabyte GA-P61-USB3-B3 | Manual - Page 52
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 Defaults - Gigabyte GA-P61-USB3-B3 | Manual - Page 53
2-11 Set Supervisor/User Password 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 SetupEnter Password: PC Health Status Load Fail-Safe Defaults Load Optimized - Gigabyte GA-P61-USB3-B3 | Manual - Page 54
key. This saves the changes to the CMOS and exits the BIOS Setup program. Press or to return to the BIOS Setup Main Menu. 2-13 Exit Without Saving CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2011 Award Software MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) Load Fail-Safe Defaults Standard CMOS Features - Gigabyte GA-P61-USB3-B3 | Manual - Page 55
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-P61-USB3-B3 | 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-P61-USB3-B3 | 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-P61-USB3-B3 | Manual - Page 58
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 Utilities This page provides a quick link to GIGABYTE's lately developed utilities for users - Gigabyte GA-P61-USB3-B3 | Manual - Page 59
system data and perform restoration of it. Supporting NTFS, FAT32, and FAT16 file systems, up your system soon after the operating system and drivers are installed. • The amount of data and hard it. System Requirements: • At least 512 MB of system memory • VESA compatible graphics card • Windows XP - Gigabyte GA-P61-USB3-B3 | 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-P61-USB3-B3 | 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-P61-USB3-B3 | Manual - Page 62
system BIOS while in the Windows environment. @BIOS will download the latest BIOS file from the nearest @BIOS server 4-2-1 Updating the BIOS with the Q-Flash Utility A. Before You Begin 1. From GIGABYTE's website, download the latest compressed BIOS update file that matches your motherboard model - Gigabyte GA-P61-USB3-B3 | Manual - Page 63
hi:Move Total size : 0 ESC:Reset Free size : 0 F10:Power Off 3. Select the 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 file from the USB flash drive is displayed on the screen. When the - Gigabyte GA-P61-USB3-B3 | 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-P61-USB3-B3 | Manual - Page 65
. 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 - Gigabyte GA-P61-USB3-B3 | Manual - Page 66
. The EasyTune 6 Interface Tabs Information Tab Function The CPU tab provides information on the installed CPU and motherboard. The Memory tab provides information on the installed memory module(s). You can select memory module on a specific slot to see its information. The Tuner tab allows - Gigabyte GA-P61-USB3-B3 | Manual - Page 67
The Easy Energy Saver Interface A. Meter Mode In Meter Mode, GIGABYTE Easy Energy Saver shows how much power they have saved in a Utility Update (Check for the latest utility version) • The above data is for reference only. Actual performance may vary depending on motherboard model. • CPU Power - Gigabyte GA-P61-USB3-B3 | Manual - Page 68
will continue to run in taskbar) 13 INFO/Help 14 Live Utility Update (Check for the latest utility version) C. Stealth Mode In Stealth close the application. (Note 1) Maximize system power saving with Dynamic CPU Frequency Function; system performance may be affected. (Note 2) 1: Normal - Gigabyte GA-P61-USB3-B3 | Manual - Page 69
LAN connection settings and Q-Share, you are able to share your data with computers 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 (Note) Updates Q-Share online - Gigabyte GA-P61-USB3-B3 | Manual - Page 70
the three levels of CPU performance enhancement, and SMART QuickBoost automatically adjusts CPU performance. Instructions: Select a CPU performance boost level and restart your computer for the changes to take effect. Whether SMART QuickBoost is supported depends on the motherboard model. Unique - Gigabyte GA-P61-USB3-B3 | Manual - Page 71
Recovery 2 only supports NTFS file system. • You need to select the destination partition in Settings the first time you use Smart Recovery 2. • The Backup Now button will be available only after you log in Windows for ten minutes. Creating a backup: Click the Settings button on the main menu. In - Gigabyte GA-P61-USB3-B3 | Manual - Page 72
dates, and remind users of the dates. It also stores the recorded data in the main and backup BIOS simultaneously, which can prevent loss of the data in case the system/hard drive fails. Instructions: Enter the Smart 6™ password to launch the SMART DualBIOS utility. You can record personal passwords - Gigabyte GA-P61-USB3-B3 | Manual - Page 73
were moved within the hard drive or copied to an external storage device (Note 2). Instructions: Select the Enable check box at the bottom of the ON/OFF Recorder or File the User Password in the system BIOS Setup program to prevent the system time being changed by other users. - 73 - Unique - Gigabyte GA-P61-USB3-B3 | Manual - Page 74
to set your Bluetooth cell phone as a portable key. On the Auto Green main menu, click Configure and then click Configure BT devices. Select the Bluetooth cell .) Before creating a Bluetooth cell phone key, make sure your motherboard has a Bluetooth receiver and you have turned on the search and - Gigabyte GA-P61-USB3-B3 | Manual - Page 75
connecting to an Internet browser via LAN, wireless LAN, or Bluetooth (Note 2) and logging a full range of tweaking options that include CPU, memory, graphics, and PCIe frequencies and voltages. Click support is required. Available functions may differ by motherboard model. - 75 - Unique Features - Gigabyte GA-P61-USB3-B3 | Manual - Page 76
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and the other end to available SATA port on the motherboard. The Marvell 88SE9172 SATA controller controls the onboard GSATA3_4 and GSATA3_5 connectors. Then connect the power connector from your power supply to the hard drive. j Only for GA-PA65-D3-B3. (Note 1) Skip this step if you do not want to - Gigabyte GA-P61-USB3-B3 | Manual - Page 78
Azalia Codec Onboard H/W LAN } SMART LAN Onboard LAN Boot ROM Onboard USB3.0 Controller GSATA3 Controller changes 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 you - Gigabyte GA-P61-USB3-B3 | Manual - Page 79
After the POST memory test begins and before the operating system boot begins, look for a message which says "Press + to enter BIOS Setup or 3Gb/s SATA 3Gb/s Press + to enter BIOS Setup or to continue Figure 2 On the main screen of the RAID setup utility (Figure 3), use - Gigabyte GA-P61-USB3-B3 | Manual - Page 80
Create a RAID Array: Step 1: On the main screen, press on the RAID tab. Then the RAID Config menu appears (Figure 4). Press on the Create VD item. Marvell BIOS Setup (c) 2009 Marvell Technology Group Ltd. [ Selection] [ Adapter] [ Devices] [ RAID ] RAID Config Create VD Delete - Gigabyte GA-P61-USB3-B3 | Manual - Page 81
write-back or write-through cache. 5. VD Name: Enter an array name with 1~10 letters (letters cannot be special characters). Marvell BIOS Setup (c) 2009 Marvell Technology Group Ltd. [ Selection] [ Adapter] [ Devices] [ RAID ] Select free disks to create PCorrteate VD Disk Name * S0 * S1 - Gigabyte GA-P61-USB3-B3 | Manual - Page 82
WriteBack Max Speed Status SATA 3Gb/s ASSIGNED SATA 3Gb/s ASSIGNED ENTER/SPACE: Select, ESC: Back/Exit Figure 8 To exit the RAID BIOS utility, press on the main screen and press to confirm. Now, you can proceed to install the operating system. Delete the RAID Array: To deleted the - Gigabyte GA-P61-USB3-B3 | Manual - Page 83
utility, you can set up an array or view the current array status in the operating system. To install the utility, insert the motherboard driver disk, then go to Application Software\Install Application Software and select Marvell Storage Utility to install. Note: After the installation, you must - Gigabyte GA-P61-USB3-B3 | Manual - Page 84
5-1-2 Installing the SATA RAID/AHCI Driver and Operating System With the correct BIOS settings, you are ready to install Windows 7/Vista/XP. A. Installing Windows 7/Vista (The following instructions use Windows 7 as the example operating system.) For the Marvell 88SE9172: Step 1: Boot from the - Gigabyte GA-P61-USB3-B3 | Manual - Page 85
- or 64-bit version, copy the files in the AHCI\Win32 or AHCI\win64 folder. Method B: Steps: 1: Use an alternative system and insert the motherboard driver disk. 2: From your optical drive folder, double click the Menu.exe file in the BootDrv folder. A Command Prompt window will open similar to that - Gigabyte GA-P61-USB3-B3 | Manual - Page 86
and press . When both of the two drivers appear on the confirmation screen, press to continue the driver installation. Windows Setup You have chosen to configure a SCSI Adapter for use with Windows, using a device support disk provided by an adapter manufacturer. Select the - Gigabyte GA-P61-USB3-B3 | Manual - Page 87
RAID setup utility first. • Enabling Automatic Rebuild Step 1: When the message "Press + to enter BIOS Setup or to continue" appears, press + to enter the RAID setup utility. On the main screen, press on the RAID tab and then press on Spare Management - Gigabyte GA-P61-USB3-B3 | Manual - Page 88
you have installed the Marvell RAID driver and Marvell Storage Utility from the motherboard driver disk. While in the operating system completed, the status will display as Done. • Manually Rebuilding RAID 1 in the Operating System You can manually rebuild a RAID 1 array without setting the new - Gigabyte GA-P61-USB3-B3 | Manual - Page 89
jack and 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 on page - Gigabyte GA-P61-USB3-B3 | Manual - Page 90
The pictures to the right show the 7.1-channel speaker configurations. 7.1-Channel Speakers: Front Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out 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 - Gigabyte GA-P61-USB3-B3 | Manual - Page 91
C. Activating an AC'97 Front Panel Audio Module If your chassis provides an AC'97 front panel audio module, to activate the AC'97 functionality, click the tool icon on the Speaker Configuration tab. On the Connector Settings dialog box, select the Disable front panel jack detection check box. Click - Gigabyte GA-P61-USB3-B3 | Manual - Page 92
5-2-2 Configuring S/PDIF Out The S/PDIF Out jack (Note 1) can transmit audio signals to an external decoder for decoding to get the best audio quality. 1. Connecting a S/PDIF Out Cable: S/PDIF Coaxial Cable Connect a S/PDIF coaxial cable to an external decoder for transmitting the S/PDIF digital - Gigabyte GA-P61-USB3-B3 | Manual - Page 93
5-2-3 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-P61-USB3-B3 | Manual - Page 94
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-P61-USB3-B3 | Manual - Page 95
. 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 - Gigabyte GA-P61-USB3-B3 | Manual - Page 96
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-P61-USB3-B3 | Manual - Page 97
CPU cooler power cable to the motherboard. Yes The problem is verified and solved. Check if the memory is installed properly on the memory slot. No Correctly insert the memory into the memory socket. Yes The problem is verified and solved. Insert the graphics card. Connect the ATX main - Gigabyte GA-P61-USB3-B3 | Manual - Page 98
"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-P61-USB3-B3 | Manual - Page 99
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hispano) FAX: +1-626-854-9339 Correo: [email protected] Tech. Support: http://rma.gigabyte.us Web address: http://latam.giga-byte.com • Giga-Byte SINGAPORE PTE. LTD. - Singapore WEB address : http://www.gigabyte.sg • Thailand WEB address : http://th.giga-byte.com • Vietnam WEB address : http - Gigabyte GA-P61-USB3-B3 | Manual - Page 104
, 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 - 104 -
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GA-PA65-D3-B3
GA-P61-USB3-B3
LGA1155 socket motherboard for Intel
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User's Manual
Rev. 1001
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