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GA-Z68M-D2H User's Manual Rev. 1001 12ME-Z68MD2H-1001R - Gigabyte GA-Z68M-D2H | Manual - Page 2
Motherboard GA-Z68M-D2H Jun. 10, 2011 Motherboard GA-Z68M-D2H Jun. 10, 2011 - Gigabyte GA-Z68M-D2H | 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-Z68M-D2H | Manual - Page 4
Table of Contents Box Contents...6 Optional Items...6 GA-Z68M-D2H Motherboard Layout 7 GA-Z68M-D2H 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 - Gigabyte GA-Z68M-D2H | 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-Z68M-D2H | Manual - Page 6
Box Contents GA-Z68M-D2H 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-Z68M-D2H | Manual - Page 7
-D2H Motherboard Layout DDR3_4 DDR3_2 DDR3_3 DDR3_1 KB_USB ATX_12V LGA1155 VGA_DVI HDMI OPTICAL R_USB USB_LAN CPU_FAN ATX TPM AUDIO Realtek RTL8111E PCIEX16 GA-Z68M-D2H PCIEX1_1 B_BIOS M_BIOS iTE IT8728 PCIEX1_2 CODEC PCIEX4 SPDIF_O F_AUDIO F_USB4 BAT F_USB3 F_USB2 Intel® Z68 - Gigabyte GA-Z68M-D2H | Manual - Page 8
GA-Z68M-D2H Motherboard Block Diagram 1 PCI Express x16 PCIe CLK (100 MHz) LGA1155 CPU CPU CLK+/- (100 MHz) DDR3 2133/1866/1600/ 1333/1066 MHz Dual Channel Memory DMI 2.0 FDI PCI Express Bus x16 D-Sub DVI-D HDMI PCIe CLK (100 MHz) LAN RJ45 Realtek - Gigabyte GA-Z68M-D2H | 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 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-Z68M-D2H | Manual - Page 10
in the LGA1155 package (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) ŠŠ L3 cache varies with CPU Chipset ŠŠ Intel® Z68 Express Chipset Memory Onboard Graphics Audio ŠŠ 4 x 1.5V DDR3 DIMM sockets supporting up to 32 GB of system memory * Due to Windows 32-bit operating - Gigabyte GA-Z68M-D2H | Manual - Page 11
BIOS ŠŠ Chipset: - Up to 14 USB 2.0/1.1 ports (6 ports on the back panel, 8 ports available through the internal USB headers) ŠŠ 1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector ŠŠ 1 x 4-pin ATX the CPU/system fan speed control function is supported will depend on the CPU/system cooler you install. ŠŠ 2 - Gigabyte GA-Z68M-D2H | Manual - Page 12
ŠŠ Intel® Smart Response Technology ŠŠ LucidLogix Virtu * Make sure the monitor cable has been connected to the integrated graphics port on the back panel. Operating System ŠŠ Support for Microsoft® Windows 7/Vista/XP Form Factor ŠŠ Micro ATX Form Factor; 24.4cm x 24.4cm * GIGABYTE - Gigabyte GA-Z68M-D2H | Manual - Page 13
CPU: •• Make sure that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) •• Always turn off the 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-Z68M-D2H | 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 - Gigabyte GA-Z68M-D2H | Manual - Page 15
to correctly install the CPU cooler on the motherboard. (The following procedure uses Intel® boxed cooler as the example cooler.) Direction CPU cooler installation manual for instructions on installing the cooler.) Step 5: After the installation, check the back of the motherboard. If the push - Gigabyte GA-Z68M-D2H | 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 motherboard provides four DDR3 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. After the memory is installed, the BIOS will - Gigabyte GA-Z68M-D2H | Manual - Page 17
unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the memory module. DDR3 and DDR2 DIMMs are not compatible 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 fit in one direction. Follow the - Gigabyte GA-Z68M-D2H | Manual - Page 18
install an expansion card: •• Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Carefully read the manual that came with your expansion card. •• . 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-Z68M-D2H | Manual - Page 19
from operating system. Refer to the figure below for details.) In Windows 7, select Start>Control Panel>Hardware and Sound>Sound>Playback, set Intel(R) Display Audio to the default playback device. (Note) The DVI-D port does not support D-Sub connection by adapter. - 19 - Hardware Installation - Gigabyte GA-Z68M-D2H | Manual - Page 20
motherboard provides three video output ports: D-Sub, DVI-D, and HDMI. Dual monitor configurations are supported in operating system environment only, but not during the BIOS rate 100 Mbps data rate 10 Mbps data rate Activity LED through the audio driver. Refer to the instructions on setting up - Gigabyte GA-Z68M-D2H | Manual - Page 21
9 13 2 6 4 11 7 14 8 12 1) ATX_12V 2) ATX 3) CPU_FAN 4) SYS_FAN 5) BAT 6) SATA3_0/1 7) SATA2_2/3/4/5 8) F_PANEL 9) F_AUDIO 10) SPDIF_O 11) F_USB1/2/3/4 12) COM 13) TPM 14) CLR_CMOS Read device cable has been securely attached to the connector on the motherboard. - 21 - Hardware Installation - Gigabyte GA-Z68M-D2H | 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 GND GND +12V +12V 12 24 1 13 ATX ATX: Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Definition Pin No. 3.3V 13 3.3V - Gigabyte GA-Z68M-D2H | Manual - Page 23
correct orientation (the black connector wire is the ground wire). The motherboard supports CPU fan speed control, which requires the use of a CPU 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-Z68M-D2H | Manual - Page 24
with SATA 1.5Gb/s standard. Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device. The Intel Z68 chipset supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID5, and RAID 10. Refer to Chapter 5, "Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s)," for instructions on configur- ing a RAID array. Pin No. Definition 1 GND SATA2_2 1 SATA2_3 - Gigabyte GA-Z68M-D2H | Manual - Page 25
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-Z68M-D2H | Manual - Page 26
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-Z68M-D2H | Manual - Page 27
DX- 4 USB DY- 5 USB DX+ 6 USB DY+ 7 GND 8 GND 9 No Pin 10 NC When the system is in S4/S5 mode, only the USB ports routed to the F_USB1 header can support the ON/OFF Charge function. •• Do not plug the IEEE 1394 bracket (2x5-pin) cable into the USB header. •• Prior - Gigabyte GA-Z68M-D2H | Manual - Page 28
the jumper. Failure to do so may cause damage to the 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 configurations). Hardware Installation - 28 - - Gigabyte GA-Z68M-D2H | Manual - Page 29
Windows-based utility 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 - Gigabyte GA-Z68M-D2H | Manual - Page 30
Keys B. The POST Screen Award Modular BIOS v6.00PG Copyright (C) 1984-2011, Award Software, Inc. Motherboard Model BIOS Version Z68M-D2H E4 . . . . : BIOS Setup : XpressRecovery2 : Boot Menu : Qflash 05/25/2011-Z68-7A89WG0QC-00 Function Keys Function Keys: : POST - Gigabyte GA-Z68M-D2H | Manual - Page 31
items and press to accept or enter a sub-menu. (Sample BIOS Version: E4) 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-Z68M-D2H | Manual - Page 32
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, frequency and voltages of your CPU, memory, etc - Gigabyte GA-Z68M-D2H | Manual - Page 33
Enter] Item Help Menu Level BIOS Version BCLK CPU Frequency Memory Frequency Total .86 MHz 1333.75 MHz 1024 MB CPU Temperature 36.0 oC Vcore DRAM overclock/overvoltage settings you made is dependent on your overall system configurations. Incorrectly doing overclock - Gigabyte GA-Z68M-D2H | Manual - Page 34
frequency. (Note 1) This item is present only when you install a memory module that supports this feature. (Note 2) 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 - 34 - - Gigabyte GA-Z68M-D2H | Manual - Page 35
manually configure CPU Turbo ratios in BIOS setup. (Default: Disabled) Intel(R) Turbo Boost Tech. (Note) Allows you to determine whether to enable the Intel CPU Turbo Boost technology. Auto lets the BIOS lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) C3/C6 State Support (Note) - Gigabyte GA-Z68M-D2H | Manual - Page 36
your system fails to boot after overclocking, please wait for 20 seconds to PEG Frequency(0.1MHz) Allows you to manually set the CPU base clock and DMI 2) Allows the BIOS to read the that supports this feature. For more information about Intel CPUs' unique features, please visit Intel's website - Gigabyte GA-Z68M-D2H | Manual - Page 37
memory to increase memory performance and stability. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) Rank Interleaving of the memory to increase memory performance and stability. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) (Note) This item - Gigabyte GA-Z68M-D2H | Manual - Page 38
24 >>>>> Channel A Advanced Timing Control x tRC 33 x tRRD 4 x tWTR 5 x tWR 10 x tWTP 21 x tWL 7 x tRFC 60 x tRTP 5 x tFAW 20 x Command . tRTP Options are: Auto (default), 1~15. tFAW Options are: Auto (default), 1~63. BIOS Setup - 38 - - Gigabyte GA-Z68M-D2H | Manual - Page 39
Auto. DRAM Voltage The default is Auto. +/-/PU/PD: Value F10: Save F6: Fail-Safe Defaults ESC: Exit F1: General Help F7: Optimized Defaults - 39 - BIOS Setup - Gigabyte GA-Z68M-D2H | Manual - Page 40
. With virtualization, one computer system can function as multiple virtual systems. (Default: Enabled) (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 - 40 - - Gigabyte GA-Z68M-D2H | Manual - Page 41
the device during the POST for faster system startup. • Manual Allows you to manually enter the specifications of the hard drive when the hard devices by using one of the two methods below: • Auto Lets the BIOS automatically detect SATA devices during the POST. (Default) • None If - Gigabyte GA-Z68M-D2H | Manual - Page 42
hard drive specifications. If you wish to enter the parameters manually, refer to the information on the hard drive. Capacity whether the system will stop for an error during the POST. All Errors Whenever the BIOS detects a non-fatal error the system boot will stop. No Errors The system boot - Gigabyte GA-Z68M-D2H | Manual - Page 43
to a hard drive larger than 2.2 TB. Make sure the operating system to be installed supports booting from a GPT partition, such as Windows 7 64-bit and Windows Server 2003 64-bit. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting depending on the hard drive you install. (Default: Auto) First - Gigabyte GA-Z68M-D2H | Manual - Page 44
function. Auto Allows you to set up a dual-display configuration in Windows 7 operating system. (Default) Enable If No Ext PEG Activates the when you install a CPU that supports this feature. For more information about Intel CPUs' unique features, please visit Intel's website. BIOS Setup - 44 - - Gigabyte GA-Z68M-D2H | Manual - Page 45
GIGABYTE X.H.D utility, refer to Chaper 4, "eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D)." (Default: Disabled) PCH SATA Control Mode (Intel Z68 Chipset) Enables or disables RAID for the SATA controllers integrated in the Intel Z68 install operating systems that do not support Native mode. Enabled Allows the SATA - Gigabyte GA-Z68M-D2H | Manual - Page 46
Intel RAID ROM messages during the POST when the Intel SATA RAID This motherboard incorporates attached to the motherboard, the Status problem is detected on the LAN cable connected to a Gigabit hub or a 10 10/100 Mbps in MS-DOS mode; it will operate at a normal speed of 10/100/1000 Mbps in Windows - Gigabyte GA-Z68M-D2H | Manual - Page 47
When a Cable Problem Occurs... If a cable problem occurs on a occur at about 2m on Part 1-2. Note: Part 4-5 and Part 7-8 are not used in a 10/100 Mbps environment, so their Status fields will show Open, and the length shown is the approximate length 3E8/IRQ4, 2E8/IRQ3, Disabled. - 47 - BIOS Setup - Gigabyte GA-Z68M-D2H | 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-Z68M-D2H | Manual - Page 49
you install 64-bit Windows 7/Vista. This item is configurable only when the HPET Support is set to Enabled. (Default: 32-bit mode) Power On By Mouse Allows the system to be turned on by a PS/2 mouse wake-up event. Note: To use this function, you need an ATX power supply providing at - Gigabyte GA-Z68M-D2H | Manual - Page 50
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 threshold for CPU temperature. When CPU temperature exceeds the threshold, BIOS will emit warning sound. Options are: Disabled (default), - Gigabyte GA-Z68M-D2H | Manual - Page 51
Allows the CPU fan to run at slow speeds. Manual Allows you to control the CPU fan speed under CPU Smart FAN Control is enabled. Auto Lets the BIOS automatically detect the type of CPU fan installed and sets Intel PWM fan specifications, selecting PWM mode may not effectively reduce the fan speed. - Gigabyte GA-Z68M-D2H | 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-Z68M-D2H | 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-Z68M-D2H | Manual - Page 54
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 EXITSe(Yt S/Nup)?erYvisor Password Integrated Peripherals Set - Gigabyte GA-Z68M-D2H | Manual - Page 55
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-Z68M-D2H | 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-Z68M-D2H | 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-Z68M-D2H | Manual - Page 58
3-6 Download 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 - Gigabyte GA-Z68M-D2H | Manual - Page 59
advanced (10 GB system and drivers are installed supported. •• RAID drives are not supported. •• GPT partitions are not supported. •• Hard drives larger than 2.2 TB are not supported. Installation and Configuration: Turn on your system to boot from the Windows Vista setup disk. A. Installing Windows - Gigabyte GA-Z68M-D2H | Manual - Page 60
your hard drive, make sure to leave unallocated space (10 GB or more is recommended; actual size requirements vary, 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 - Gigabyte GA-Z68M-D2H | 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-Z68M-D2H | 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-Z68M-D2H | Manual - Page 63
arrow key to select 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 flash drive or hard drives using FAT32/16/12 file system. • If the BIOS update file is saved to a hard drive in RAID/AHCI mode or - Gigabyte GA-Z68M-D2H | 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-Z68M-D2H | 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-Z68M-D2H | Manual - Page 66
install a DDR3 1066 MHz memory module(s) (or above) to enable support for Quick Boost. 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 - Gigabyte GA-Z68M-D2H | Manual - Page 67
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. shared data folder Changes the data folder to be shared (Note) Updates Q-Share online Displays the current Q-Share version Exits Q-Share ( - Gigabyte GA-Z68M-D2H | Manual - Page 68
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 Features - 68 - - Gigabyte GA-Z68M-D2H | Manual - Page 69
your files from the backup image System Recovery... Allows you to recover your system from the backup image • Supported operating systems: Windows 7 and Vista. • Smart Recovery 2 only supports NTFS file system. • You need to select the destination partition in Settings the first time you use Smart - Gigabyte GA-Z68M-D2H | Manual - Page 70
Windows recovery environment. Follow the on-screen instructions to restore your system. • For Windows Vista, refer to the steps below to use the original Windows main and backup BIOS simultaneously, which can prevent loss of the data in case the system/hard drive fails. Instructions: Enter the Smart - Gigabyte GA-Z68M-D2H | Manual - Page 71
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. - 71 - Unique - Gigabyte GA-Z68M-D2H | Manual - Page 72
your Bluetooth cell phone, click Refresh to let Auto Green re-detect the device.) Before creating a Bluetooth cell phone key, make sure your motherboard has a Bluetooth receiver and you have turned on the search and Bluetooth functions on your phone. Configuring the Bluetooth cell phone key: After - Gigabyte GA-Z68M-D2H | Manual - Page 73
1: Configure the system BIOS Enter the system BIOS Setup program, set eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D) under the Integrated Peripherals menu to Enabled to enable RAID for the Intel SATA controllers. Step 2: Install the RAID driver and operating system The X.H.D utility supports Windows 7/Vista/XP. Before - Gigabyte GA-Z68M-D2H | Manual - Page 74
an easy-to-use overclocking utility designed for system overclocking via virtually any Internet 2) (Note 3) Supported on Windows 7, Vista, and XP. For Windows XP, be sure to update Internet Explorer to support is required. Available functions may differ by motherboard model. Unique Features - 74 - - Gigabyte GA-Z68M-D2H | Manual - Page 75
allows you to configure your BIOS settings in Windows environment with a click of you to configure Advanced BIOS Features. Enables QuickBoost utility. Provides quick and effortless CPU overclocking for novice and experienced . Enables @BIOS utility to update the BIOS. - 75 - Unique Features - Gigabyte GA-Z68M-D2H | Manual - Page 76
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to create RAID, you may prepare only one hard drive. • Windows 7/Vista/XP setup disk. • Motherboard driver disk. • A USB floppy disk drive (needed during Windows XP installation) • An empty formatted floppy disk (needed during Windows XP installation) 5-1-1 Configuring Intel Z68 SATA Controllers - Gigabyte GA-Z68M-D2H | Manual - Page 78
on your computer and press to enter BIOS Setup during the POST (Power-On Self-Test). To create RAID, set PCH SATA Control Mode under the Integrated Peripherals menu to RAID(XHD) (Figure 1) (IDE by default). If you do not want to create RAID, set this item to IDE or AHCI. CMOS Setup - Gigabyte GA-Z68M-D2H | Manual - Page 79
C. Configuring a RAID array in RAID BIOS Enter the RAID BIOS setup utility to configure a RAID array. Skip this step and proceed with the installation of Windows operating system for a non-RAID configuration. Step 1: After the POST memory test begins and before the operating system boot begins, - Gigabyte GA-Z68M-D2H | Manual - Page 80
(Figure 4). RAID levels supported include RAID 0, RAID 1, Recovery, RAID 10, and RAID 5 (the selections available depend on the number of the hard drives being installed). Press to proceed. Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology - Option ROM - 10.5.0.1034 Copyright(C) 2003-11 Intel Corporation - Gigabyte GA-Z68M-D2H | Manual - Page 81
(0) Member Disk(0) [hi]-Select [ESC]-Exit Figure 7 [ENTER]-Select Menu To exit the RAID BIOS utility, press or select 6. Exit in MAIN MENU. Now, you can proceed to create the SATA RAID/AHCI driver diskette and install the SATA RAID/AHCI driver and operating system. - 81 - Appendix - Gigabyte GA-Z68M-D2H | Manual - Page 82
MAIN MENU and press (Figure 8). Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology - Option ROM - 10.5.0.1034 Copyright(C) 2003-11 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved. [ MAIN MENU ] 1. Create RAID Volume 2. Delete RAID Volume 3. Reset Disks to Non-RAID 4. Recovery Volume Options 5. Acceleration Options - Gigabyte GA-Z68M-D2H | Manual - Page 83
- 10.5.0.1034 Copyright(C) 2003-11 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved. [ CREATE VOLUME MENU ] Name : Volume0 RAID Level : Recovery Disks : Select Disks Strip Size : N/A Capacity : 117.7 GB Sync : Continuous Create Volume [ HELP ] Select a sync option: On Request: volume is updated manually - Gigabyte GA-Z68M-D2H | Manual - Page 84
. Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology - Option ROM - 10.5.0.1034 Copyright(C) 2003-11 Intel Corporation Intel IRST utility due to an application error or operating system issue, you will need to remove acceleration or manually enable synchronization (Maximized mode only) using this option in the RAID - Gigabyte GA-Z68M-D2H | Manual - Page 85
Windows 7/Vista As Windows 7 and Vista already include Intel SATA RAID/AHCI driver, you do not need to install separate RAID/AHCI driver during the Windows installation process. After the operating system is installed, we recommend that you install all required drivers from the motherboard driver - Gigabyte GA-Z68M-D2H | Manual - Page 86
your system to boot from the Windows XP setup disk and press as soon as you see the message "Press F6 if you need to install a 3rd party SCSI or RAID driver." A screen will then appear asking you to specify an additional SCSI adapter. Press . Step 2: For the Intel Z68: Insert the floppy disk - Gigabyte GA-Z68M-D2H | Manual - Page 87
to fault-tolerant arrays such as RAID 1, RAID 5 or RAID 10 arrays. The procedures below assume a new drive is added to replace a failed drive to rebuild a RAID 1 array. (Note: The new drive must have equal or greater capacity than the old one.) For the Intel Z68: Turn off your computer and replace - Gigabyte GA-Z68M-D2H | Manual - Page 88
has been installed from the motherboard driver disk. Then launch the Intel Rapid Storage Technology utility from All Programs in the Start menu. Step 1: Go to the Manage menu and click Rebuild to another disk in Manage Volume. Step 2: Select a new drive to rebuild the RAID and click Rebuild. The - Gigabyte GA-Z68M-D2H | Manual - Page 89
recovery drive in the operating system. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete and exit the RAID Configuration Utility. Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology - Option ROM - 10.5.0.1034 Copyright(C) 2003-11 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved. [ RECOVERY VOLUME OPTIONS ] 1. Enable Only Recovery - Gigabyte GA-Z68M-D2H | Manual - Page 90
motherboard provides three audio jacks on the back panel which support driver. Line In Front Speaker Out Mic In • To install a microphone, connect your microphone to the Mic in jack and manually instructions use Windows 7 as the example operating system.) Step 1: After installing the audio driver, - Gigabyte GA-Z68M-D2H | Manual - Page 91
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-Z68M-D2H | Manual - Page 92
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-Z68M-D2H | Manual - Page 93
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-Z68M-D2H | Manual - Page 94
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-Z68M-D2H | Manual - Page 95
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-Z68M-D2H | Manual - Page 96
. 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. Appendix - 96 - - Gigabyte GA-Z68M-D2H | Manual - Page 97
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-Z68M-D2H | Manual - Page 98
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 The problem is verified and solved. Insert the graphics card. Connect the ATX main - Gigabyte GA-Z68M-D2H | Manual - Page 99
"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-Z68M-D2H | Manual - Page 100
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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-Z68M-D2H | 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-Z68M-D2H
User's Manual
Rev. 1001
12ME-Z68MD2H-1001R