Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3R-B3 Manual
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GA-Z68X-UD3R-B3 User's Manual Rev. 1001 12ME-Z68XU3R-1001R - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3R-B3 | Manual - Page 2
Motherboard GA-Z68X-UD3R-B3 Apr. 29, 2011 Motherboard GA-Z68X-UD3R-B3 Apr. 29, 2011 - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3R-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-UD3R-B3 | Manual - Page 4
B3 Motherboard Layout 7 GA-Z68X-UD3R-B3 Motherboard Block Diagram 8 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 9 1-1 Installation Precautions 9 1-2 Product Specifications 10 1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler 13 1-3-1 Installing the CPU 13 1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler 15 1-4 Installing the Memory - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3R-B3 | Manual - Page 5
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 5-3 Troubleshooting 111 5-3-1 Frequently Asked - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3R-B3 | Manual - Page 6
Box Contents GA-Z68X-UD3R-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 - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3R-B3 | Manual - Page 7
GA-Z68X-UD3R-B3 Motherboard Layout KB_MS_USB R_SPDIF USB_1394 SYS_FAN1 ATX_12V_2X4 LGA1155 CPU_FAN PHASE LED R_USB R_USB30 USB_LAN AUDIO Etron EJ168 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 - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3R-B3 | Manual - Page 8
GA-Z68X-UD3R-B3 Motherboard Block Diagram PCIe CLK (100 MHz) 1 PCI Express x16 or 2 PCI Express x8 LGA1155 CPU CPU CLK+/- (100 MHz) DDR3 2133/1866/1600/1333/1066 MHz Dual Channel Memory Etron EJ168 Etron EJ168 x1 x1 PCI Express Bus Dual BIOS 4 SATA 3Gb/s 2 SATA 6Gb/s 14 USB 2.0/1.1 LPC - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3R-B3 | Manual - Page 9
's manual and follow these procedures: •• Prior to installation, do not remove or break motherboard strap when handling electronic com- ponents such as a motherboard, CPU or memory. If you do not have an ESD wrist strap steps or have a problem related to the use of the product, please consult - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3R-B3 | Manual - Page 10
ŠŠ Dual channel memory architecture ŠŠ Support for DDR3 DDR3 2133/1866/1600/1333/1066 MHz memory modules ŠŠ Support for non-ECC memory modules ŠŠ Support for Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory modules (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory modules.) ŠŠ Realtek - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3R-B3 | Manual - Page 11
ŠŠ ŠŠ ŠŠ Back Panel ŠŠ Connectors ŠŠ ŠŠ ŠŠ ŠŠ ŠŠ ŠŠ 1 x Marvell 88SE9172 chip: - 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 Chipset: - Up to 14 USB 2.0/1.1 ports (8 on the back panel, 6 via the USB brackets - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3R-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-UD3R-B3 | Manual - Page 13
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 CPU, graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc. 1-3-1 Installing the CPU A. Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3R-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-UD3R-B3 | Manual - Page 15
that the Male and Female push pins are joined closely. (Refer to your CPU cooler installation manual for instructions on installing the cooler.) Step 5: After the installation, check the back of the motherboard. If the push pin is inserted as the picture above shows, the installation is complete - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3R-B3 | Manual - Page 16
. If you are unable to insert the memory, switch the direction. 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides four DDR3 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. After the memory is installed, the BIOS will automatically detect the specifications and capacity of - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3R-B3 | 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-Z68X-UD3R-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-UD3R-B3 | Manual - Page 19
operating system - A CrossFireX/SLI-supported motherboard with two PCI Express x16 slots and correct driver - Two CrossFireX/SLI-ready graphics graphics cards. Procedure and driver screen for enabling CrossFireX/SLI technology may differ by graphics cards. Refer to the manual that came with your - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3R-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-UD3R-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-UD3R-B3 | Manual - Page 22
devices. •• After installing the device and before turning on the computer, make sure the device cable has been securely attached to the connector on the motherboard. Hardware Installation - 22 - - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3R-B3 | Manual - Page 23
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 devices are properly installed. The power connector - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3R-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-UD3R-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-UD3R-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-UD3R-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-UD3R-B3 | Manual - Page 28
BIOS Switcher (X58A-OC) DB_P•O•RTThe front panel audio header supports HD audio by default. If your chassis provides an AC'97 front panel audio module, refer 1to the instructions for digital audio output from your motherboard to your graphics card if you manual for your expansion card. Pin No. - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3R-B3 | Manual - Page 29
Pin No. Definition Pin No. Definition 1 VBUS 11 D2+ 2 SSRX1- 12 D2- 3 SSRX1+ 13 GND 4 GND 14 SSTX2+ 5 SSTX1- 15 SSTX2- 6 SSTX1+ 16 GND DB_PORT BIOS 7 GND 17 SSRX2+ 8 D1- 18 SSRX2- 9 D1+ 19 VBUS 10 NC 20 No Pin When the system is in S4/S5 mode, only the USB - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3R-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-UD3R-B3 | Manual - Page 31
more details. F_USB30 F_AUDIO(H) 1 19) TPM (Trusted Platform Module Header) You may connect a TPM (Trusted Platform Module) to this header. DB_PORT BIOS Switc 1 1 19 TPM w/housing 20 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Definition LCLK GND LFRAME No Pin LRESET NC LAD3 LAD2 VCC3 LAD1 1 Voltage - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3R-B3 | Manual - Page 32
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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 that you not flash the - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3R-B3 | Manual - Page 34
the computer boots. A. The LOGO Screen (Default) B. The POST Screen Award Modular BIOS v6.00PG Copyright (C) 1984-2011, Award Software, Inc. Motherboard Model BIOS Version Z68X-UD3R-B3 F1a . . . . : BIOS Setup : XpressRecovery2 : Boot Menu : Qflash 04/13/2011-Z68-7A89WG05C - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3R-B3 | Manual - Page 35
items and press to accept or enter a sub-menu. (Sample BIOS Version: F1a) 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-UD3R-B3 | Manual - Page 36
before, without the hassles of reconfiguring the BIOS settings. First select the profile you wish to load, then press to complete. MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) Use this menu to configure the clock, frequency and voltages of your CPU, memory, etc. Standard CMOS Features Use this - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3R-B3 | Manual - Page 37
.71 MHz 1024 MB 43.0 oC 1.200V 1.536V Move Enter: Select F5: Previous Values +/-/PU/PD: Value F10: Save F6: Fail-Safe Defaults ESC: Exit F1: General Help F7: Optimized Defaults This section provides information on the BIOS version, CPU base clock, CPU frequency, memory frequency, total - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3R-B3 | Manual - Page 38
Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) (Note 1) System Memory Multiplier (SPD) Memory Frequency (C1E) (Note 2) [Auto] C3/C6 State Support (Note 2) [Auto] CPU Thermal Monitor (Note 2) memory module that supports this feature. (Note 2) This item is present only when you install a CPU that supports - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3R-B3 | Manual - Page 39
unavailable. Set this item to Disabled if you want to manually configure CPU Turbo ratios in BIOS setup. (Default: Disabled) Intel(R) Turbo Boost Tech. when using an Intel CPU that supports this function. This feature only works for operating systems that support multi-processor mode. (Default: - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3R-B3 | Manual - Page 40
to boot after overclocking, please wait for Allows you to manually set the CPU supports this feature. For more information about Intel CPUs' unique features, please visit Intel's website. (Note 2) This item is present only when you install a memory module that supports this feature. BIOS - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3R-B3 | Manual - Page 41
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 supports this feature. - 41 - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3R-B3 | Manual - Page 42
rank interleaving. Enabled allows 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 - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3R-B3 | Manual - Page 43
CPU Vcore is set to Normal. The default is Auto. QPI/Vtt Voltage The default is Auto. System Agent Voltage The default is Auto. - 43 - BIOS Setup - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3R-B3 | Manual - Page 44
2011 Award Software Miscellaneous Settings Isochronous Support Virtualization Technology (Note) [Enabled General Help F7: Optimized Defaults Isochronous Support Determines whether to enable specific streams within you install a CPU that supports this feature. For more information about - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3R-B3 | Manual - Page 45
[None] [None] Halt On [All, But Keyboard] Base Memory Extended Memory Total Memory 640K 1022M 1024M Move Enter: Select F5: Previous Values +/-/PU/ Lets the BIOS automatically detect SATA devices during the POST. (Default) • Manual Allows you to manually enter the - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3R-B3 | Manual - Page 46
hard drive specifications. If you wish to enter the parameters manually, refer to the information on the hard drive. Capacity other errors. (Default) Memory These fields are read-only and are determined by the BIOS POST. Base Memory Also called conventional memory. Typically, 640 KB will - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3R-B3 | Manual - Page 47
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, please visit Intel's website - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3R-B3 | Manual - Page 48
operating system such as Windows NT4.0. (Default: Disabled) No-Execute Memory Protect (Note) Enables or disables Intel Execute Disable Bit function. working with its supporting software and system. (Default: Enabled) Delay For HDD (Secs) Allows you to set a delay time for the BIOS to initialize the - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3R-B3 | Manual - Page 49
to RAID(XHD) automatically. For details on using the GIGABYTE X.H.D utility, refer to Chaper 4, "eXtreme Hard Drive specification that allows the storage driver to enable advanced Serial ATA to install operating systems that do not support Native mode. Enabled Allows the SATA - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3R-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-UD3R-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-UD3R-B3 | Manual - Page 52
On By Mouse Power On By Keyboard x KB Power ON Password AC Back Function ErP Support [S3(STR)] [Instant-Off] [Enabled] [Enabled] [Disabled] Everyday 0 : that supports wake-up function. (Default: Enabled) (Note) Supported on Windows 7/Vista operating system only. BIOS Setup - 52 - - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3R-B3 | Manual - Page 53
may not be effective. HPET Support (Note) Enables or disables item is configurable only when the HPET Support is set to Enabled. (Default: 32 Memory The system returns to its last known awake state upon the return of the AC power. ErP Support Supported on Windows 7/Vista operating system only. - 53 - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3R-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-UD3R-B3 | Manual - Page 55
. (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. is configurable only when CPU Smart FAN Control is enabled. Auto Lets the BIOS automatically detect the type of CPU fan installed and sets the optimal CPU fan - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3R-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-UD3R-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-UD3R-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-UD3R-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-UD3R-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-UD3R-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-UD3R-B3 | Manual - Page 62
, or applications, click the Download Center button to link to the GIGABYTE website. The latest version of the BIOS, drivers, or applications will be displayed. 3-7 New Utilities This page provides a quick link to GIGABYTE's lately developed utilities for users to install. You can click the Install - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3R-B3 | Manual - Page 63
system data and perform restoration of it. Supporting NTFS, FAT32, and FAT16 file systems, up your system soon after the operating system and drivers are installed. • The amount of data and hard it. System Requirements: • At least 512 MB of system memory • VESA compatible graphics card • Windows XP - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3R-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-UD3R-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-UD3R-B3 | Manual - Page 66
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-UD3R-B3 F1a . . . . : BIOS Setup : XpressRecovery2 : Boot Menu : Qflash 04/13/2011-Z68-7A89WG05C-00 Because - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3R-B3 | Manual - Page 67
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 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 - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3R-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-UD3R-B3 | Manual - Page 69
model. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete. 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 - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3R-B3 | Manual - Page 70
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-Z68X-UD3R-B3 | Manual - Page 71
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 Minimize (Application will continue to run in taskbar) 15 INFO/Help 16 Motherboard Phase LED On/Off Switch (Default: On) 17 Live Utility Update ( - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3R-B3 | Manual - Page 72
(Application will continue to run in taskbar) 14 INFO/Help 15 Motherboard Phase LED On/Off Switch (Default: On) 16 Live Utility Update in the BIOS Setup program are set to Enabled. (Note 2) 1: Smart FAN/CPU (default); 2: Smart FAN/CPU/VGA/HDD; 3: Smart FAN/CPU/VGA/HDD/Chipset/ Memory. (Note - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3R-B3 | Manual - Page 73
on the same network, making full use of Internet resources. Directions for using Q-Share After installing Q-Share from the motherboard driver disk, go to Start>All Programs>GIGABYTE>Q-Share. exe to launch the Q-Share tool. Find the Q-Share icon to configure the data sharing settings. in the - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3R-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-UD3R-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-UD3R-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-UD3R-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-UD3R-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-UD3R-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-UD3R-B3 | Manual - Page 80
easy-to-use overclocking utility designed for system overclocking via virtually any a full range of tweaking options that include CPU, memory, graphics, and PCIe frequencies and voltages. Click the support is required. Available functions may differ by motherboard model. Unique Features - 80 - - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3R-B3 | Manual - Page 81
in BIOS Setup. C. Configure a RAID array in RAID BIOS. (Note 1) D. Install the SATA RAID/AHCI driver ( . • Windows 7/Vista/XP setup disk. • Motherboard driver disk. • A USB floppy disk drive (needed motherboard, the SATA3_0, SATA3_1 (Note 3), SATA2_2, SATA2_3, SATA2_4 and SATA2_5 ports are supported - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3R-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-UD3R-B3 | Manual - Page 83
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-Z68X-UD3R-B3 | Manual - Page 84
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 - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3R-B3 | Manual - Page 85
] Name : Volume0 RAID Level : RAID0(Stripe) Disks : Select Disks Strip Size : 128 MB Capacity : 111.7 GB Sync : N/A Create Volume WARNING : ALL DATA ON SELECTED DISKS WILL ]-Exit Figure 7 [ENTER]-Select Menu To exit the RAID BIOS utility, press or select 5. Exit in MAIN MENU. Now, you - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3R-B3 | Manual - Page 86
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 - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3R-B3 | Manual - Page 87
users to update data from the master drive to the recovery drive manually using the Intel Rapid Storage Technology utility in the operating system. On HELP ] Select a sync option: On Request: volume is updated manually Continuous: volume is updated automatically [hi]-Change [TAB]-Next [ESC]- - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3R-B3 | Manual - Page 88
Delete RAID Volume To delete a RAID array, select Delete RAID Volume in MAIN MENU and press . In the DELETE VOLUME MENU section, use the up or down arrow key to select the array to be deleted and press . When prompted to confirm your selection (Figure 12), press to confirm or - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3R-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-UD3R-B3 | Manual - Page 90
to the installation of Windows operating system for a non-RAID configuration. After the POST memory test begins and before the operating system boot begins, look for a message which says "Press + to enter BIOS Setup or to continue" (Figure 2). Press + to enter the RAID - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3R-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-UD3R-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-UD3R-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-UD3R-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-UD3R-B3 | Manual - Page 95
Driver and Operating System With the correct BIOS settings, you are ready to install Windows 7/Vista/XP. A. Installing Windows 7/Vista (The following instructions installed, we recommend that you install all required drivers from the motherboard driver disk using "Xpress Install" to ensure system - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3R-B3 | Manual - Page 96
or 64-bit version, copy the files in the AHCI\Floppy32 or AHCI\Floppy64 folder. Method B: Steps: 1: Use an alternative system and insert the motherboard driver disk. 2: From your optical drive folder, double click the Menu.exe file in the BootDrv folder. A Command Prompt window will open similar to - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3R-B3 | Manual - Page 97
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 a SCSI Adapter for use with Windows, using a device support disk provided by an adapter manufacturer. Select the SCSI Adapter you - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3R-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-UD3R-B3 | Manual - Page 99
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 - 10.1.0.1008 Copyright - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3R-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-UD3R-B3 | Manual - Page 101
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 - 10.1.0.1008 Copyright(C) 2003-10 Intel Corporation - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3R-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-UD3R-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-UD3R-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-UD3R-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-UD3R-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-UD3R-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-UD3R-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-UD3R-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-UD3R-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-UD3R-B3 | Manual - Page 111
driver from the motherboard driver disk or download the audio driver from GIGABYTE's website to install. For more details, go to the Support & Downloads\FAQ page on our website and search for "onboard HD audio driver." Q: What do the beeps emitted during the POST mean? A: The following Award BIOS - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3R-B3 | Manual - Page 112
Procedure If you encounter any 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 does not short-circuit with the chassis or - Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD3R-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-UD3R-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-UD3R-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-UD3R-B3
User's Manual
Rev. 1001
12ME-Z68XU3R-1001R