Gigabyte GA-Q87N User Manual - Page 10

Dual Channel Memory Configuration This 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 are divided into two channels and each channel has one memory socket as following: Channel A: DDR3_1 Channel B: DDR3_2 Due to CPU limitations, read the following guidelines before installing the memory in Dual Channel mode. 1. Dual Channel mode cannot be enabled if only one DDR3 memory module is installed. 2. When enabling Dual Channel mode with two memory modules, it is recommended that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used for optimum performance. 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card Read the following guidelines before you begin to install an expansion card: •• Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Carefully read the manual that came with your expansion card. •• Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing an expansion card to prevent hardware damage. 1-6 Mounting the Wi-Fi Antenna Connectors Follow the instructions below to correctly mount the antenna connectors onto the antenna connector holes on the back panel. 1. Fit the included antenna connectors through the antenna holes from the inside. Use one hand to hold the antenna connectors in place and put a washer through an antenna connector and then slide it all the way to the bottom of the connector. 2. While using one hand to hold the antenna connectors in place, turn a securing nut all the way onto the connector. Make sure it is tightened securely. 3. Do the same for the other antenna connector. 4. Align the IPEX antenna connector with the corresponding IPEX connector on the wireless module and press it into the connector. Align the IPEX antenna connector with the corresponding IPEX connector on the wireless module and press it into the connector. Before installing the I/O shield, be sure to mount the antenna connectors first. 1-7 Back Panel Connectors PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse Port Use this port to connect a PS/2 mouse or keyboard. USB 3.0/2.0 Port The USB 3.0 port supports the USB 3.0 specification and is compatible to the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Use this port for USB devices such as a USB keyboard/mouse, USB printer, USB flash drive and etc. Wi-Fi Antenna Connector Holes Secure the antenna connectors, washers, and nuts onto the holes. Observe the steps in "1-6 Mounting the Wi-Fi Antenna Connectors." - 10 -