Gigabyte GA-Z68P-DS3 Manual
Gigabyte GA-Z68P-DS3 Manual
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GA-Z68P-DS3 User's Manual Rev. 1001 12ME-Z68PDS3-1001R -
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Motherboard GA-Z68P-DS3 Motherboard GA-Z68P-DS3 May 31, 2011 May 31, 2011 -
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...the following types of documentations: For quick set-up of the product, read the Quick Installation Guide included with the product. For detailed product information, carefully read the User's Manual. For product-related information, check on our ... -
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Table of Contents Box Contents ...6 Optional Items ...6 GA-Z68P-DS3 Motherboard Layout...7 GA-Z68P-DS3 Motherboard Block Diagram ...8 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation ...9 1-1 1-2 1-3 Installation Precautions ...9 Product Specifications ...10 Installing the CPU and ... -
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...3-6 3-7 Installing Chipset Drivers ...55 Application Software...56 Technical Manuals ...56 Contact...57 System ...57 Download Center ...58 New... Using the Sound Recorder ...96 Frequently Asked Questions ...97 Troubleshooting Procedure ...98 5-1-1 5-1-2 5-2 Configuring Audio Input and Output ...90 ... -
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Box Contents GA-Z68P-DS3 motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual Quick Installation Guide Four 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 box contents are subject to ... -
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GA-Z68P-DS3 Motherboard Layout KB_MS_USB ATX_12V CPU_FAN COMA LGA1155 LPT OPTICAL HDMI R_USB ATX USB_LAN SPDIF_O AUDIO GA-Z68P-DS3 SYS_FAN1 mSATA DDR3_4 DDR3_2 DDR3_3 DDR3_1 M_BIOS B_BIOS F_AUDIO Realtek RTL8111E PCIEX16 PCIEX1_1 CODEC Intel® Z68 BAT PCIEX4 PCIe to PCI Bridge ... -
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GA-Z68P-DS3 Motherboard Block Diagram 1 PCI Express x16 PCIe CLK (100 MHz) CPU CLK+/- (100 MHz) LGA1155 CPU DDR3 2133/1866/1600/1333/1066 MHz Dual Channel Memory PCI Express Bus x16 DMI 2.0 FDI 1 PCI Express x4 2 PCI Express x1 HDMI Dual BIOS 2 SATA 6Gb/s PCI Express Bus x4 x1 x1 x1 PCIe ... -
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... of electrostatic discharge (ESD). Prior to installation, carefully read the user's manual and follow these procedures: • Prior to installation, do ... user. • If you are uncertain about any installation steps or have a problem related to the use of the product, please consult a certified computer ... -
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... modules (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory modules.)... Multi-Graphics Š Technology Storage Interface Š Support for S/PDIF Out 1 x Realtek RTL8111E chip ... to PCI Express 2.0 standard.) 2 x PCI slots Support for AMD CrossFireX™ technology * The PCIEX16 slot... -
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... I/O Controller Hardware Monitor * Whether the CPU/system fan speed control function is supported will depend on the CPU/system cooler you install. BIOS Š Š Š Š 2 x 32 Mbit flash Use of licensed AWARD BIOS Support for DualBIOS™ PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.0, SM BIOS 2.4, ACPI 1.0b - 11 - ... -
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...Xpress BIOS Rescue Support for Download Center Support for Xpress Install Support for Xpress Recovery2 ...Available functions in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model. Bundled Software Support for Smart 6ମ. panel. Operating System Form Factor Š Š Support for Microsoft ® Windows 7/Vista/XP ATX... -
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... the following guidelines 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 ... -
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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 ... -
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... 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 ... -
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... guidelines before you begin to install the memory: • Make sure that the 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 memory speeds and memory modules.) • Always turn... -
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1-4-2 Installing a Memory Before installing a memory module, make sure to turn off the computer and 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 ... -
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... to install an expansion card: • Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Carefully read the manual that came with your expansion card. • ... install your expansion card in the expansion slot. 1. Locate an expansion slot that supports your card. Remove the metal slot cover from the ... -
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...Panel Connectors USB 2.0/1.1 Port The USB port supports the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Use this port for USB.... The HDMI port is HDCP compliant and supports Dolby TrueHD and DTS HD... resolution is 1920x1200, but the actual resolutions supported are dependent on the monitor being used. After installing... -
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..., you have to use an HD front panel audio module and enable the multi-channel audio feature through the audio driver. Refer to the instructions on setting up a 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration in Chapter 5, "Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio." • When removing the cable connected to a ... -
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1-7 Internal Connectors 1 3 4 11 10 6 2 6 7 14 8 5 13 4 15 12 9 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) 7) 8) ATX_12V ATX CPU_FAN SYS_FAN1/2 PWR_FAN mSATA SATA3_0/1 SATA2_2/3/4/5 9) 10) 11) 12) 13) 14) 15) F_PANEL F_AUDIO SPDIF_O F_USB1/F_USB2/F_USB3 CLR_CMOS BAT TPM Read the following guidelines before ... -
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1/2) ATX_12V/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. Before connecting the power connector, first make sure the power supply is turned off and all ... -
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... insertion design. When connecting a fan cable, be sure to connect it in the 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 with fan speed control design. For optimum heat dissipation, it is ... -
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... SATA 1.5Gb/s standard. Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device. The SATA3_0 and ... to Chapter 5, "Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s)," for instructions on configuring a RAID array. SATA3_1 7 7 SATA3_0 1... 1.5Gb/s standard. Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device. The Intel Z68 ... -
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...issuing a 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... -
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... AC'97 front panel audio module, refer to the instructions on how to activate AC'97 functionality via the audio .... 11) SPDIF_O (S/PDIF Out Header) This header supports digital S/PDIF Out and connects a S/...the S/PDIF digital audio cable, carefully read the manual for your expansion card. 1 Pin No. 1 ... -
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...from 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). - 27 Hardware Installation -
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14) 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, or the CMOS values may not be accurate or may be lost. You may... -
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...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 ...will emit a beep code during the POST. Refer to Chapter 5, "Troubleshooting," for the beep codes description. • It is recommended that you not alter the ... -
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... BIOS v6.00PG Copyright (C) 1984-2011, Award Software, Inc. Z68P-DS3 F1b ...: BIOS Setup : XpressRecovery2 : Boot Menu : Qflash 05/16/.... To show the BIOS POST screen at system startup, refer to the instructions on the Full Screen LOGO Show item on page 44. ... -
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2-2 The Main Menu Once 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: F1b) CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2011 Award Software MB ... -
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The Functions of the and keys (For the Main Menu Only) F11: Save CMOS to BIOS This function allows you to save the current BIOS settings to a profile. You can create up to 8 profiles (Profile 1-8) and name each profile. First enter the profile name (to erase the default ... -
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2-3 MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2011 Award Software MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) M.I.T Current Status Advanced Frequency Settings Advanced Memory Settings Advanced Voltage Settings Miscellaneous Settings [Press Enter] [Press Enter] [Press Enter] [Press... -
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... Enhanced Halt (C1E) (Note 2) C3/C6 State Support (Note 2) CPU Thermal Monitor (Note 2) ... present only if you install a memory module that supports this feature. (Note 2) This item is present only if you install a CPU that supports this feature. For more information about Intel CPUs' unique features,... -
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.... Set this item to Disabled if you want to manually configure CPU Turbo ratios in BIOS setup... multi-threading technology when using an Intel CPU that supports this function. This feature only works for operating systems... Halt (C1E) (Note) C3/C6 State Support (Note) (Note) This item is present only ... -
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.... Disabled Profile1 Profile2 (Note 2) Allows you to manually set the CPU base clock and DMI/... is present only if you install a CPU that supports this feature. For more information about Intel CPUs' unique ...is present only if you install a memory module that supports this feature. BIOS Setup - 36 - -
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... is set to Profile1 or Profile2, this item will display the value based on the SPD data on the XMP memory. The value displayed here is dependent on the CPU being used. Profile VTT Voltage (Note) This item is present only if you install a memory module that supports this feature. - 37 BIOS Setup -
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Channel Interleaving Rank 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. (Default: Auto) ... -
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tWL tRFC tRTP Options are: Auto (default), 1~12 Options are: Auto (default), 1~255. Options are: Auto (default), 1~15. Options are: Auto (default), 1~63. tFAW Options are: Auto (default), 1~3. >>>>> Channel A/B Misc Timing Control Command Rate(CMD) IO Latency Round Trip Latency Options are: ... -
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...Enabled] Item Help Menu Level Isochronous Support Virtualization Technology (Note) Enter: Select... Help F7: Optimized Defaults Isochronous Support Virtualization Technology (Note) Determines whether... only if you install a CPU that supports this feature. For more information about Intel CPUs... -
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...of the device during the POST for faster system startup. • Manual A llows you to manually enter the specifications of the hard drive when the... hard drive specifications. If you wish to enter the parameters manually, refer to the information on the hard drive. Capacity Approximate capacity of... -
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Halt On Precomp Landing Zone Sector Write precompensation cylinder. Landing zone. Number of sectors. Memory Allows you to determine 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 ... -
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... drive larger than 2.2 TB. Make sure the operating system to be installed supports booting from a GPT partition, such as Windows 7 64bit and Windows Server.... This item is present only if you install a CPU that supports this feature. For more information about Intel CPUs' unique features, please visit... -
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... reducing exposure to viruses and malicious buffer overflow attacks when working with its supporting software and system. (Default: Enabled) Allows you to set ...) This item is present only if you install a CPU that supports this feature. For more information about Intel CPUs' unique features, please ... -
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... option to Disabled if you wish to install operating systems that do not support Native mode. Enabled Allows the SATA controllers to operate in Native IDE...mode. Enable Native IDE mode if you wish to install operating systems that support Native mode. (Default) - 45 BIOS Setup PCH SATA Control Mode (... -
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... 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 hub or a 10/100 Mbps hub, the following message will appear: Start detecting at Port...Link Detected -->... -
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When a Cable Problem Occurs...If a cable problem occurs on a specified pair of wires, the Status field will show Short and then length shown will be the approximate distance to the fault or short. Example: Part1-2 Status = Short / Length = 2m Explanation: A fault or short might occur at about 2m on ... -
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...) Alarm x Time (hh:mm:ss) Alarm HPET Support (Note) HPET Mode (Note) Power On By Mouse... x KB Power ON Password AC Back Function ErP Support Enter: Select higf: Move F5: Previous Values ... an ACPI sleep state by a wake-up signal from a modem that supports wake-up function. (Default: Enabled) (Note) ... -
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...7/Vista. This item is configurable only if the HPET Support is set to Enabled. (Default: 32-bit mode... state upon the return of the AC power. ErP Support Determines whether to let the system consume less...power on by keyboard, and wake on LAN. (Note) Supported on Windows 7/Vista operating system only.... -
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2-8 PC Health Status CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2011 Award Software PC Health Status Reset Case Open Status Case Opened Vcore DDR15V +12V Vcc3 Vtt Current System Temperature Current CPU Temperature Current CPU FAN Speed Current SYSTEM FAN2 Speed Current POWER FAN Speed Current SYSTEM ... -
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...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. ...fan speed. This item is configurable only when CPU Smart FAN Control is set to Manual. Options are: 0.75 PWM value /oC ~ 2.50 PWM value /oC. ... -
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2-9 Load Fail-Safe Defaults 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 Fail-Safe Defaults Load Optimized Defaults Set Supervisor ... -
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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 higf: Select Item F10: Save & Exit Setup Change/Set... -
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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 Load Optimized Defaults Save to CMOS and EXIT (Y/N)? Y Advanced BIOS Features Set Supervisor Password Integrated Peripherals Set User ... -
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... 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 1 or later. After installing the SP1 (or ... -
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... 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.... -
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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 -
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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 ... -
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... your system data and perform restoration of it. Supporting NTFS, FAT32, and FAT16 file systems,... restored using Xpress Recovery2. • USB hard drives are not supported. • RAID drives are not ... Hard drives larger than 2.2 TB are not supported. Installation and Configuration: Turn on your system... -
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Step 3: When partitioning your hard drive, make sure to leave unallocated space (10 GB or more is recommended; actual size requirements vary, depending on the amount of data) and begin the installation of the operating system. Step 4: After the operating system is installed, click Start, right-... -
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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. ... -
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... one more physical BIOS chip. What is DualBIOS™? Motherboards that support DualBIOS have two BIOS onboard, a... safety, users cannot update the backup BIOS manually. What is Q-Flash™? With Q-Flash you can update the ... Copyright (C) 1984-2011, Award Software, Inc. Z68P-DS3 F1b ...: BIOS Setup -
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... 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 ... -
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Step 4: Press and then to exit Q-Flash and reboot the system. As the system boots, you should see the new BIOS version is present on the POST screen. Step 5: During the POST, press to enter BIOS Setup. Select Load Optimized Defaults and press to load BIOS defaults. ... -
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... 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. Update the BIOS ... -
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... install a DDR3 1066 MHz memory module(s) (or above) to enable support for Quick Boost. Available functions in EasyTune 6 may differ by ...Grayed-out area(s) indicates that the item is not configurable or the function is not supported. Incorrectly doing overclock/overvoltage may result in damage to... -
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4-4 Q-Share Q-Share is an easy and convenient data sharing tool. After configuring your 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 ... -
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...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 - -
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... 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... -
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..." the system will restart to the Windows recovery environment. Follow the on-screen instructions to restore your system. • For Windows Vista, refer to the steps ... loss of the data in case the system/hard drive fails. Instructions: Enter the Smart 6™ password to launch the SMART DualBIOS utility. ... -
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...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 ...to effectively manage computer usage time with simple rules and options. Instructions (Note 3): Click the lock icon on the bottom left corner and enter... -
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4-6 Auto Green Auto Green is an easy-to-use tool that provides users with simple options to enable system power savings via a Bluetooth cell phone. When the phone is out of the range of the computer's Bluetooth receiver, the system will enter the specified power saving mode. The Configuration ... -
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.... B. Using GIGABYTE eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D) Instructions: (Note 2) Before launching X.H.D, make sure... quickly set up a RAID 0 array. To manually set up a RAID array: (Note... to exit the X.H.D utility. 3. (Note 1) The X.H.D utility only supports the SATA controllers integrated in the Intel Chipset... -
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..., power off, suspend, and hibernate options. (Note 1) (Note 2) (Note 3) Supported on Windows 7, Vista, and XP. For Windows XP, be sure to update ... , standby, or hibernation mode. Bluetooth PAN (Personal Area Network) support is required. Available functions may differ by motherboard model. Unique ... -
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4-9 TouchBIOS TouchBIOS allows you to configure your BIOS settings in Windows environment with a click of your mouse and a touch of your screen. The TouchBIOS Interface Button Information Table Button Description Allows you to change CPU ratio, BCLK, memory speed, Vcore and memory voltages. ... -
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Chapter 5 5-1 A. B. C. D. Appendix Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s) To configure SATA hard drive(s), follow the steps below: Install SATA hard drive(s) in your computer. Configure SATA controller mode in BIOS Setup. Configure a RAID array in RAID BIOS. (Note 1) Install the SATA RAID/AHCI ... -
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B. Configuring SATA controller mode in BIOS Setup Make sure to configure the SATA controller mode correctly in system BIOS Setup. Step 1: Turn 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... -
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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, ... -
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... with 1~16 letters (letters cannot be special characters) under the Name item and press . Then, select a RAID level (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... -
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Step 5: Enter the array capacity and press . Finally press on the Create Volume item to begin creating the RAID array. When prompted to confirm whether to create this volume, press to confirm or to cancel (Figure 6). Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology - Option ROM - 10.5.0.... -
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Recovery Volume Options Intel Rapid Recover Technology provides data protection by allowing users to easily restore data and system operation using a designated recovery drive. With the Rapid Recovery Technology, which employs RAID 1 functionality, users can copy the data from the master drive to ... -
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... Create Volume [ HELP ] Select a sync option: On Request: volume is updated manually Continuous: volume is updated automatically [hi]-Change [TAB]-Next [ESC]-... on the Create Volume item to begin creating the Recovery Volume and follow the onscreen instructions to complete. - 83 - Appendix -
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.... In case you are unable to run the 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 ROM utility. Steps: Select Acceleration Options in MAIN MENU and ... -
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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 As Windows 7 and Vista already include Intel SATA RAID/AHCI driver, you do not need to install separate RAID/AHCI driver during... -
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...Chipset SATA AHCI Controller item and press . 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 SCSI Adapter you want from the following list, or press ESC to return to the previous... -
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... notification area, which will show that a RAID volume is being rebuilt). If you do not enable automatic rebuild on this stage, you have to manually rebuild the array in the operating system (see the next page for more details). Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology - Option ROM - 10.5.0.1034 Copyright... -
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• Performing the Rebuild in the Operating System While in the operating system, make sure the Chipset driver 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 ... -
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.... On the RECOVERY VOLUMES OPTIONS menu, select Enable Only Recovery Disk to show the 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 ... -
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... connect your microphone to the Mic in jack and manually configure the jack for microphone functionality. • Audio ... audio (only supported when using an HD front panel audio module), refer to instructions on page ... quality digital-to-analog converters (DACs) that support 44.1KHz/48KHz/ 96KHz/192KHz ... -
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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 Side Speaker Out Step 2: Connect an audio device to an audio jack. The The current connected device is dialog box appears. Select the ... -
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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... -
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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 ... -
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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 to the Mic in jack (pink) on the back panel or the Mic in jack (... -
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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 ... -
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... the Start Recording button . 3. To stop recording audio, click the Stop Recording button . 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 - -
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... Troubleshooting 5-3-1 Frequently Asked Questions To read more FAQs for your motherboard, please go ... that have a clearing CMOS jumper, refer to the instructions on the CLR_CMOS jumper in Chapter 1 to short the jumper ...) A: Step 1: First, make sure Service Pack 1 or Service Pack 2 has been installed... -
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... any troubles during system startup, follow the troubleshooting procedure below to solve the problem.... the CPU cooler power cable to the motherboard. The problem is verified and solved. No Correctly ...power cable. Turn on the power to start the computer. The problem is verified and solved. Make sure... -
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...and solved. END If the procedure above is unable to solve your 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 staff will reply you as soon as possible. - 99 -... -
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...: +886-2-8912-4003 Tech. and Non-Tech. Support (Sales/Marketing) : http://ggts.gigabyte.com.tw WEB...+1-626-854-9338 FAX: +1-626-854-9339 Tech. Support: http://rma.gigabyte.us Web address: http://...+1-626-854-9339 Correo: soporte@gigabyte-usa.com Tech. Support: http://rma.gigabyte.us Web address: http://... -
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....kz You may go to the GIGABYTE website, 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 ...