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GA-Z68X-UD3-B3 User's Manual Rev. 1001 12ME-Z68XUD3-1001R - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 2
Motherboard GA-Z68X-UD3-B3 Apr. 28, 2011 Motherboard GA-Z68X-UD3-B3 Apr. 28, 2011 - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3-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-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 4
Contents Box Contents...6 Optional Items...6 GA-Z68X-UD3-B3 Motherboard Layout 7 GA-Z68X-UD3-B3 Motherboard Block Diagram 8 Chapter 1 Hardware SLI Configuration 19 1-7 Back Panel Connectors 20 1-8 Internal Connectors 22 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 33 2-1 Startup Screen 34 2-2 The Main Menu 35 2-3 MB - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 5
59 3-1 Installing Chipset Drivers 59 3-2 Application Software 60 3-3 Technical Manuals 60 3-4 Contact...61 3-5 System...61 3-6 Download Center 62 3-7 New Utilities...62 Chapter 4 Unique Features 63 4-1 Xpress Recovery2 63 4-2 BIOS Update Utilities 66 4-2-1 Updating the BIOS with the Q-Flash - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 6
Box Contents GA-Z68X-UD3-B3 motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual Quick Installation Guide Four SATA cables I/O Shield One 2-Way SLI bridge connector • The box contents above are for reference only and the actual items shall depend on the product package you obtain. The box contents are - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 7
PWR_FAN ATX PCIEX1_1 B_BIOS Realtek RTL8111E CODEC VIA VT6308 PCIEX16 PCIEX1_2 PCIEX1_3 PCIEX8 PCI1 PCI2 DDR3_4 DDR3_2 DDR3_3 DDR3_1 GA-Z68X-UD3-B3 M_BIOS Marvell GSATA3_7 88SE9172 GSATA3_6 SATA3_1 Intel® Z68 SATA3_0 BAT SATA2_3 SATA2_2 SATA2_5 SATA2_4 PCIe to PCI Bridge Etron - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 8
GA-Z68X-UD3-B3 Motherboard Block Diagram PCIe CLK (100 MHz) 1 PCI Express x16 or 2 PCI Express x8 LGA1155 CPU CPU x1 PCIe to PCI Bridge Intel® Z68 PCI Bus VIA VT6308 CODEC 2 IEEE 1394a 2 USB 3.0/2.0 2 USB 3.0/2.0 Etron EJ168 Etron EJ168 x1 x1 PCI Express Bus Dual BIOS 4 SATA 3Gb/s 2 - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3-B3 | 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-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 10
ŠŠ Support for Intel® Core™ i7 processors/Intel® Core™ i5 processors/ Intel® Core™ i3 processors/Intel® Pentium® processors/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® Z68 Express - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 11
- 2 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors (GSATA3_6, GSATA3_7) supporting up to 2 SATA 6Gb/s devices - Support for SATA RAID 0 and RAID 1 USB ŠŠ Chipset IEEE 1394a header) Internal ŠŠ 1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector Connectors ŠŠ 1 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector ŠŠ 4 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3-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-Z68X-UD3-B3 | 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-Z68X-UD3-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 - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3-B3 | 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-Z68X-UD3-B3 | 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-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 17
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 steps below to correctly install your memory - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3-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-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 19
/SLI-supported motherboard with two PCI Express x16 slots and correct driver - Two CrossFireX/SLI-ready graphics cards of identical brand and chip and correct driver - One CrossFire (Note)/SLI bridge connector - A power supply with sufficient power is recommended (Refer to the manual of - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 20
digital audio in connector. IEEE 1394a Port The IEEE 1394 port supports the IEEE 1394a specification, featuring high speed, high bandwidth and hotplug first remove the cable from your device and then remove it from the motherboard. •• When removing the cable, pull it straight out from the connector. - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 21
to perform different functions via the audio software. Only microphones still MUST be connected to the default Mic in jack ( ). 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." - 21 - Hardware Installation - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 22
14 3 18 5 2 9 7 6 8 4 17 11 12 13 16 10 14 15 19 1) ATX_12V_2X4 2) ATX 3) CPU_FAN 4) SYS_FAN1/2 5) PWR_FAN 6) BAT 7) SATA3_0/1 8) SATA2_2/3/4/5 9) GSATA3_6/7 10) COMA 11) F_PANEL 12) cable has been securely attached to the connector on the motherboard. Hardware Installation - 22 - - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 23
1/2) ATX_12V_2X4/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 - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 24
correct orientation (the black connector wire is the ground wire). The motherboard supports CPU fan speed control, which requires the use of a CPU 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-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 25
and are compatible with SATA 1.5Gb/s standard. Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device. The Intel Z68 Chipset supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, and RAID 10. Refer to Chapter 5, "Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s)," for instructions on configur- ing a RAID array. G.QBOFM G.QBOFPMin No - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 26
with SATA 3Gb/s and SATA 1.5Gb/s standard. Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device. The Marvell 88SE9172 chip supports RAID 0 and RAID 1. Refer to Chapter 5, "Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s)," for instructions on configuring a RAID array. G.QBOFM Pin No. Definition 1 GND GSATA3_7 - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 27
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-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 28
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-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 29
14) F_USB1/F_USB2/F_USB3 (USB 2.0/1.1 Headers) The headers conform to USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Each USB header can provide two USB ports via an UG T optional USB bracket. For purchasing the optional USB bracket, please contact the local dealer. Pin No. Definition 1 Power (5V) 2 Power (5V) 9 - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 30
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 - 30 - - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 31
18) PHASE LED The number of lighted LEDs indicates the CPU loading. The higher the CPU loading, the more the number of lighted LEDs. To enable the Phase LED display function, please first enable Dynamic Energy Saver™ 2. Refer to Chapter 4, "Dynamic Energy Saver™ 2," for more details. F_USB30 - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 32
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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 version of BIOS, it is recommended - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 34
(Default) B. The POST Screen Award Modular BIOS v6.00PG Copyright (C) 1984-2011, Award Software, Inc. Motherboard Model BIOS Version Z68X-UD3-B3 D5x . . . . : BIOS Setup : XpressRecovery2 : Boot Menu : Qflash 04/12/2011-Z68-7A89WG06C-00 Function Keys Function Keys Function - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 35
items and press to accept or enter a sub-menu. (Sample BIOS Version: D5x) 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-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 36
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-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 37
3210.48 MHz 1070.10 MHz 2048 MB 43.0 oC 1.200V 1.512V Move Enter overclock/overvoltage settings you made is dependent on your overall system configurations. Incorrectly doing overclock Optimized Defaults This section provides information on the BIOS version, CPU base clock, CPU frequency, memory - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 38
Halt (C1E) (Note 2) C3/C6 State Support (Note 2) CPU Thermal Monitor (Note 2) CPU 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 - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 39
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 Intel CPU that supports this function. This feature only works for operating systems that support - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 40
your system fails to boot after overclocking, please wait for 20 seconds to DMI/PEG Frequency(0.1MHz) Allows you to manually set the CPU base clock and DMI 2) Allows the BIOS to read the SPD supports this feature. For more information about Intel CPUs' unique features, please visit Intel - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 41
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) (Note) This item is present only when you install a memory module that - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 42
the system to simultaneously access different ranks of the memory to increase memory performance and stability. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) >>>>> Channel A/B Timing Settings CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2011 Award Software Channel A Timing - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 43
under light and heavy CPU load. Disabled Disables Load-Line Calibration and sets VDroop following Intel specifications. (Default) Level 1~Level 10 Enables Load-Line Calibration and adjusts VDroop by ten The default is Auto. System Agent Voltage The default is Auto. - 43 - BIOS Setup - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 44
. 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 - 44 - - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 45
the detection of the device during the POST for faster system startup. • Auto Lets the BIOS automatically detect SATA devices during the POST. (Default) • Manual Allows you to manually enter the specifications of the hard drive when the hard drive access mode is set to - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 46
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-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 47
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. For more information about Intel CPUs' unique features - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 48
Sets the PCI Express graphics card on the PCIEX8 slot as the first display. (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 - 48 - - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 49
Intel Z68 Chipset) Enables or disables the X.H.D function for the SATA controllers integrated in the Intel Z68 GIGABYTE X.H.D utility, refer to Chaper 4, "eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D)." (Default: Disabled) PCH SATA Control Mode (Intel Z68 storage driver to that do not support Native mode. - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 50
General Help F7: Optimized Defaults This motherboard incorporates cable diagnostic feature designed to If no LAN cable is attached to the motherboard, the Status fields of all four pairs of When LAN Cable Is Functioning Normally... If no cable problem is detected on the LAN cable connected to a - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 51
or when the LAN Boot ROM is activated. When a Cable Problem Occurs... If a cable problem occurs on a specified pair of wires, the Status field will AHCI) is an interface specification that allows the storage driver to enable advanced Serial ATA features such as Native Disabled. - 51 - BIOS Setup - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 52
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 - 52 - - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 53
effective. HPET Support (Note) Enables only when the HPET Support is set to Enabled. function, you need an ATX power supply providing at least . Note: you need an ATX power supply providing at least AC power. ErP Support Determines whether to let Supported on Windows 7/Vista operating system only. - 53 - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 54
Default: Disabled) Case Opened 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 will show "Yes", otherwise it /+12V/Vcc3/Vcc/Vtt Displays the current system voltages. BIOS Setup - 54 - - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 55
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-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 56
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-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 57
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-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 58
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-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 59
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-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 60
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-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 61
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. - 61 - Drivers Installation - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 62
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-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 63
system data and perform restoration of it. Supporting NTFS, FAT32, and FAT16 file systems, your system soon after the operating system and drivers are installed. • The amount of data and hard to restore it. System Requirements: • At least 512 MB of system memory • VESA compatible graphics card • - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 64
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-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 65
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-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 66
, if the BIOS update file is saved to a hard drive in RAID/AHCI mode or a hard drive attached to an independent SATA controller, use the key during the POST to access Q-Flash. Award Modular BIOS v6.00PG Copyright (C) 1984-2011, Award Software, Inc. Z68X-UD3-B3 D5x . . . . : BIOS Setup - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 67
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-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 68
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-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 69
. 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-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 70
GIGABYTE's EasyTune 6 is a simple and easy-to-use interface that allows users to fine-tune their system settings or do overclock/overvoltage by motherboard model. Grayed-out area(s) indicates that the item is not configurable or the function is not supported. Incorrectly doing overclock/overvoltage - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 71
performance. The Dynamic Energy Saver™ 2 Interface A. Meter Mode In Meter Mode, GIGABYTE Dynamic Energy Saver™ 2 shows how much power they have saved in a in taskbar) 14 INFO/Help 15 Motherboard Phase LED On/Off Switch (Default: On) 16 Live Utility Update (Check for the latest utility version - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 72
taskbar) 13 INFO/Help 14 Motherboard Phase LED On/Off Switch (Default: On) 15 Live Utility Update (Check for the latest utility function, make sure the CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) and CPU EIST Function items in the BIOS Setup program are set to Enabled. (Note 2) 1: Smart FAN/CPU (default); 2: - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 73
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-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 74
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 - 74 - - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 75
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-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 76
, 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 and - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 77
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. - 77 - Unique - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 78
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-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 79
All button to automatically install all motherboard drivers, including the X.H.D utility. Or you can go to the Application Software screen to individually install the X.H.D utility later. B. Using GIGABYTE eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D) Instructions: (Note 2) Before launching X.H.D, make sure the - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 80
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 - 80 - - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 81
Configure SATA controller mode in BIOS Setup. C. Configure a RAID array in RAID BIOS. (Note 1) D. Install the SATA RAID/AHCI driver (Note 2) and operating , on this motherboard, the SATA3_0, SATA3_1 (Note 3), SATA2_2, SATA2_3, SATA2_4 and SATA2_5 ports are supported by the Intel Z68 Chipset.) Then - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 82
Fail-Safe Defaults Figure 1 ESC: Exit F1: General Help F7: Optimized Defaults Step 2: Save 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 will see shall depend on the - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 83
C. Configuring a RAID array in RAID BIOS Enter the RAID BIOS setup utility to configure a RAID array. Skip Create RAID Volume in MAIN MENU and press . Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology - Option ROM - 10.1.0.1008 Copyright(C) 2003-10 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved. [ MAIN MENU ] 1. - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 84
press . Then, select a RAID level (Figure 4). RAID levels supported include RAID 0, RAID 1, Recovery, RAID 10, and RAID 5 (the stripe block size, press . Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology - Option ROM - 10.1.0.1008 Copyright(C) 2003-10 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved. [ CREATE - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 85
Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology - Option ROM - 10.1.0.1008 Copyright(C) 2003-10 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved. [ CREATE VOLUME MENU ] Name : Volume0 RAID Level : RAID0(Stripe) Disks : Select Disks Strip Size : 128 MB To exit the RAID BIOS utility, press or select 5. Exit - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 86
drive is hidden. Step 1: Select Create RAID Volume in MAIN MENU and press (Figure 8). Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology - Option ROM - 10.1.0.1008 Copyright(C) 2003-10 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved. [ MAIN MENU ] 1. Create RAID Volume 2. Delete RAID Volume 5. Exit 3. Reset Disks - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 87
10) Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology - Option ROM - 10.1.0.1008 Copyright(C) 2003-10 Intel Corporation. to update data from the master drive to the recovery drive manually using the Intel : On Request: volume is updated manually Continuous: volume is updated automatically [hi]-Change [TAB]- - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 88
>. When prompted to confirm your selection (Figure 12), press to confirm or to abort. Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology - Option ROM - 10.1.0.1008 Copyright(C) 2003-10 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved. Name Volume0 Level RAID0(Stripe) [ DELETE VOLUME MENU ] Drives 2 Capacity - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 89
Fail-Safe Defaults Figure 1 ESC: Exit F1: General Help F7: Optimized Defaults Step 2: Save 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 will see shall depend on the - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 90
Ctrl> + to enter the RAID setup utility. Marvell 88SE91xx Adapter - BIOS Version 1.0.0.0017 PCIe x2 5.0Gbps Mode: RAID [Virtual Disks] No Virtual 3GB 76.3GB Max Speed SATA 3Gb/s SATA 3Gb/s Press + to enter BIOS Setup or to continue Figure 2 On the main screen of the RAID - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 91
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 VD Wipe out disk Spare Management ENTER - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 92
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-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 93
the message "Do you want to delete the VD's MBR?" appears, press to clear the MBR or press other keys to ignore. Marvell BIOS Setup (C) 2009 Marvell Technology Group Ltd. [ Selection] [ Adapter] [ Devices] [ RAID ] RAID Config Delete VD ID * 0 Name GBT Size 152.4GB Level RAID0 Status - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 94
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-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 95
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 Intel Z68: As Windows 7 and Vista already include Intel SATA RAID/AHCI driver, you do not need - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 96
, the hard drive(s) may not be recognized during the Windows setup process. First, copy the driver from the motherboard driver disk to a floppy disk. Refer to the methods below. Method A: • For the Intel Z68, copy all files in the \BootDrv\iRST\32Bit folder to your floppy disk. To install Windows - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 97
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 containing the SATA RAID/AHCI driver and press . Then a controller menu similar to that in - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 98
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-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 99
equal or greater capacity than the old one.) For the Intel Z68: Turn off your computer and replace the failed hard drive manually rebuild the array in the operating system (see the next page for more details). Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology - Option ROM - 10.1.0.1008 Copyright(C) 2003-10 Intel - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 100
• 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 - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 101
Recovery Volume only) When two hard drives are set to Recovery Volume in Update on Request mode, you can restore the master drive data to the last instructions to complete and exit the RAID Configuration Utility. Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology - Option ROM - 10.1.0.1008 Copyright(C) 2003-10 Intel - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 102
set the new hard drive as a Spare drive in the 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 - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 103
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-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 104
audio driver. For 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 - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 105
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 type of device you connect. Then click OK. Step 3: On the Speakers screen, click the Speaker Configuration tab. In the Speaker Configuration list, select - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 106
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-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 107
5-2-3 Enabling the Dolby Home Theater Function Before Dolby Home Theater is enabled, you get only 2-channel playback output (from the front speakers) when playing 2-channel stereo sources. You must play 4-, 5.1-, or 7.1- channel content to get 4-, 5.1-, or 7.1- channel audio effects. With Dolby Home - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 108
5-2-4 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-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 109
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-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 110
. 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 - 110 - - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 111
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-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 112
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-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 113
"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-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 114
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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-Z68X-UD3-B3 | Manual - Page 116
, 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 - 116 -
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GA-Z68X-UD3-B3
User's Manual
Rev. 1001
12ME-Z68XUD3-1001R