Gigabyte GA-Z68XP-UD5 Manual
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GA-Z68XP-UD5 User's Manual Rev. 1001 12ME-Z68XPU5-1001R - Gigabyte GA-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 2
Motherboard GA-Z68XP-UD5 Jun. 3, 2011 Motherboard GA-Z68XP-UD5 Jun. 3, 2011 - Gigabyte GA-Z68XP-UD5 | 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-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 4
of Contents Box Contents...6 Optional Items...6 GA-Z68XP-UD5 Motherboard Layout 7 GA-Z68XP-UD5 Motherboard Block Diagram 8 Chapter 1 Hardware BIOS Setup 33 2-1 Startup Screen 34 2-2 The Main Menu 35 2-3 MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T 37 2-4 Standard CMOS Features 46 2-5 Advanced BIOS Features - Gigabyte GA-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 5
Drivers 61 3-2 Application Software 62 3-3 Technical Manuals 62 3-4 Contact...63 3-5 System...63 3-6 Download Center 64 3-7 New Utilities...64 Chapter 4 Unique Features 65 4-1 Xpress Recovery2 65 4-2 BIOS Update Utilities 68 4-2-1 Updating the BIOS Troubleshooting 113 5-3-1 - Gigabyte GA-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 6
Box Contents GA-Z68XP-UD5 motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual Quick Installation Guide Four SATA cables I/O Shield One 2-Way SLI bridge connector 3.5" Front Panel with 2 USB 3.0/2.0 ports The box contents above are for reference only and the actual - Gigabyte GA-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 7
GD1 Realtek RTL8111E PCIEX16 Renesas D720200 PCIEX1_2 PCI1 CODEC GA-Z68XP-UD5 SPDIF_O PCIEX8 T.I. TSB43AB23 PCI2 PCIEX4 F_1394 CMOS_SW DIMM_LED PE_LED DDR3_4 DDR3_2 DDR3_3 DDR3_1 ATX BAT PCI_LED PCIe to PCI Bridge Intel® Z68 B_BIOS M_BIOS SA_LED iTE IT8728 VLI VL810 S4_S5_LED - Gigabyte GA-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 8
GA-Z68XP-UD5 Motherboard Block Diagram 2 PCI Express x8 1 PCI Express x16 CPU CLK+/- (133 MHz) PCIe CLK or (100 MHz) LGA1155 CPU DDR3 2133/1866/1600/ 1333/1066 MHz Dual Channel Memory x16 x8 Switch PCI Express Bus 1 PCI Express x4 8 USB 3.0/2.0 3 PCI Express x1 VLI - Gigabyte GA-Z68XP-UD5 | 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-Z68XP-UD5 | 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-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 11
depending on the devices being connected. Marvell 88SE9128 chip: - 2 x eSATA 6Gb/s connectors (eSATA/USB Combo) on the back panel supporting up to 2 SATA 6Gb/s devices - Support for RAID 0 and RAID 1 Chipset: - Up to 10 USB 2.0/1.1 ports (6 ports on the back panel, including 2 eSATA/ USB Combo - Gigabyte GA-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 12
ŠŠ Intel® Smart Response Technology ŠŠ LucidLogix Virtu * Make sure the monitor cable has been connected to the integrated graphics port on the back panel. Operating System ŠŠ Support for Microsoft® Windows 7/Vista/XP Form Factor ŠŠ ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 24.4cm * GIGABYTE reserves - Gigabyte GA-Z68XP-UD5 | 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-Z68XP-UD5 | 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-Z68XP-UD5 | 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-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 16
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 off the computer - Gigabyte GA-Z68XP-UD5 | 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-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 18
install an expansion card: •• Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Carefully read the manual that came with your expansion card. •• . If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to make any required BIOS changes for your expansion card(s). 7. Install the driver provided with the expansion card - Gigabyte GA-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 19
operating system - A CrossFireX/SLI-supported motherboard with two PCI Express x16 slots and correct driver - Two CrossFireX/SLI-ready graphics Procedure and driver screen for enabling CrossFireX/SLI technology may differ by graphics cards and driver version. Refer to the manual that came - Gigabyte GA-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 20
. The Marvell 88SE9128 chip supports RAID function. Refer to Chapter 5, "Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s)," for instructions on configuring a RAID array 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-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 21
-supported audio/video device. The maximum supported resolution is 1920x1200, but the actual resolutions supported >Control Panel>Hardware and Sound>Sound>Playback, set Intel(R) Display Audio to the default playback device. RJ jack ( ). Refer to the instructions on setting up a 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel - Gigabyte GA-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 22
motherboard has 6 onboard LEDs controlled by the system BIOS. The 6 LEDs indicate if a component (including CPU and memory) or a device (including PCI and PCIe when the components/devices have a problem. CPU: CPU_LED Memory: DIMM_LED SATA: SA_LED PCIe x16/x8: PE_LED PCIe x4/x1: PE1_LED PCI: PCI_LED - Gigabyte GA-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 23
outlet before clearing the CMOS values. •• 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). PHASE LED The number of lighted LEDs indicates the CPU - Gigabyte GA-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 24
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 - 24 - - Gigabyte GA-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 25
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-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 26
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 recommended - Gigabyte GA-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 27
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, BUG RT RAID5, and RAID 10. Refer to Chapter 5, "Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s)," for instructions on configur- ing a RAID array. G.QBOFM G.QBOPFinMNo - Gigabyte GA-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 28
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 Activity LED, Blue - Gigabyte GA-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 29
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-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 30
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 7 GND 17 SSRX2+ DB_PORT BIOS 8 D1- 18 SSRX2- 9 D1+ 19 VBUS 10 NC 20 No Pin TPM w/housing Voltage measurement module(X58A-OC) PW 3.5" front panel •• Do not plug the - Gigabyte GA-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 31
to the IEEE 1394a device. Ensure that the cable is securely connected. 15) 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 - Gigabyte GA-Z68XP-UD5 | 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-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 34
(Default) B. The POST Screen Award Modular BIOS v6.00PG Copyright (C) 1984-2011, Award Software, Inc. Motherboard Model BIOS Version Z68XP-UD5 E3 . . . . : BIOS Setup : XpressRecovery2 : Boot Menu : Qflash 05/16/2011-Z68-7A89WG0MC-00 Function Keys Function Keys Function - Gigabyte GA-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 35
to the Item Help block on the right (submenus only) Restore the previous BIOS settings for the current submenus Load the Fail-Safe BIOS default settings for the current submenus Load the Optimized BIOS default settings for the current submenus Access the Q-Flash - Gigabyte GA-Z68XP-UD5 | 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-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 37
DRAM Voltage 1.200V 1.620V Move Enter: Select F5: Previous Values +/-/PU/PD: Value F10: Save F6: Fail-Safe Defaults ESC: Exit F1: General Help F7: Optimized Defaults Whether the system will work stably with the overclock/overvoltage settings you made is dependent on your - Gigabyte GA-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 38
0MHz Item Help Menu Level Move Enter: Select F5: Previous Values +/-/PU/PD: Value F10: Save 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-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 39
CPU Multi-Threading (Note) Allows you to determine whether to enable multi-threading technology when using an Intel CPU that supports this function. This feature only works for operating systems that support multi-processor mode. (Default: Enabled) CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) (Note) Enables or disables - Gigabyte GA-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 40
overclocking, please wait for 20 seconds to allow for automated system reboot, or clear the CMOS values to reset the board to default values. (Default: Disabled) BCLK/DMI/PEG Frequency(0.1MHz) Allows you to manually set the CPU base clock and DMI/PCIe (Note 2) Allows the BIOS to read the SPD data - Gigabyte GA-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 41
Auto [Press Enter] [Press Enter] Item Help Menu Level Move Enter: Select F5: Previous Values +/-/PU/PD: Value F10: Save F6: Fail-Safe Defaults ESC: memory to increase memory performance and stability. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) (Note) This - Gigabyte GA-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 42
memory to increase memory performance and stability. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) >>>>> Channel Auto Auto Auto Auto Auto Auto Item Help Menu Level Move Enter: Select F5: Previous Values +/-/PU/PD: Value F10: Save F6: Fail-Safe Defaults ESC: - Gigabyte GA-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 43
VRef. DRAM Termination Ch-A Data VRef. Ch-B Data VRef. Move Enter: Select F5: Previous Values 1.500V 0.750V 0.750V 0.750V 0.750V [Auto] [Auto] [ 750V [Auto] [Auto] Item Help Menu Level Move Enter: Select F5: Previous Values +/-/PU/PD: Value F10: Save F6: Fail-Safe Defaults - Gigabyte GA-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 44
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 VRef. The default is Auto. Ch-B Address VRef. The default is Auto. BIOS Setup - 44 - - Gigabyte GA-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 45
Settings CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2011 Award Software Miscellaneous Settings Isochronous Support Virtualization Technology (Note) [Enabled] [Enabled] Item Help Menu Level Move Enter: Select F5: Previous Values +/-/PU/PD: Value F10: Save F6: Fail-Safe Defaults ESC - Gigabyte GA-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 46
Memory 640K 1007M 1016M Move Enter: Select F5: Previous Values +/-/PU/PD: Value F10: for faster system startup. • Manual Allows you to manually enter the specifications of the the two methods below: • Auto Lets the BIOS automatically detect SATA devices during the POST. (Default - Gigabyte GA-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 47
cylinder. Landing zone. Number of sectors. 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 boot will not stop for any error. All, But Keyboard The system - Gigabyte GA-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 48
] [PCIE x16] [Auto] [64MB+2MB for GTT] Item Help Menu Level Move Enter: Select F5: Previous 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. BIOS - Gigabyte GA-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 49
Execute Memory Protect (Note) Enables or disables Intel Execute Disable Bit function. This function may BIOS to initialize the hard drive as the system boots up. The adjustable range is from 0 to 15 seconds. (Default: 0) Full Screen LOGO Show Allows you to determine whether to display the GIGABYTE - Gigabyte GA-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 50
GIGABYTE X.H.D utility, refer to Chaper 4, "eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D)." (Default: Disabled) PCH SATA Control Mode (Intel Z68 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-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 51
F5: Previous Values +/-/PU/PD: Value F10: Save F6: Fail-Safe Defaults ESC: Exit F1: General Help F7: Optimized Defaults This motherboard 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 - BIOS Setup - Gigabyte GA-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 52
Problem Occurs... If a cable problem the storage driver to instructions on configuring a RAID array. SATA3 Firmware Selection Determines whether to automatically update the firmware of the Marvell 88SE9128 chip. Onchip Keeps the original firmware version. Auto Lets the BIOS automatically update - Gigabyte GA-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 53
Keyboard x KB Power ON Password AC Back Function ErP Support [S3(STR)] [Enabled] [Instant-Off] [Enabled] ] Item Help Menu Level Move Enter: Select F5: Previous Values +/-/PU/PD: Value F10: Save F6 wake-up signal from a PCI or PCIe device. Note: To use this function, you - Gigabyte GA-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 54
install 64-bit Windows 7/Vista. This item is configurable only when the HPET Support is set to Enabled. (Default: 32-bit mode) Power On By Mouse to its last known awake state upon the return of the AC power. ErP Support Determines whether to let the system consume less than 1W power in S5 (shutdown - Gigabyte GA-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 55
] [Disabled] [Disabled] Item Help Menu Level Move Enter: Select F5: Previous Values +/-/PU/PD: Value F10: Save F6: Fail-Safe Defaults detection status of the chassis intrusion detection device attached to the motherboard CI header. If the system chassis cover is removed, this BIOS Setup - Gigabyte GA-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 56
. (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-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 57
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-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 58
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-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 59
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-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 60
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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-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 62
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-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 63
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. - 63 - Drivers Installation - Gigabyte GA-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 64
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-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 65
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 restore it. System Requirements: •• At least 512 MB of system memory •• VESA compatible graphics card •• - Gigabyte GA-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 66
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-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 67
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-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 68
4-2 BIOS Update Utilities GIGABYTE motherboards provide two unique BIOS update tools, Q-Flash™ and @BIOS™. GIGABYTE Q-Flash and @BIOS are easy-to-use and allow you to update the BIOS without the need to enter MS-DOS mode. Additionally, this motherboard features the DualBIOS™ design, which enhances - Gigabyte GA-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 69
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-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 70
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-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 71
. 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-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 72
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-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 73
Meter Mode In Meter Mode, GIGABYTE Dynamic Energy Saver™ 2 Update (Check for the latest utility version) • The above data is for reference only. Actual performance may vary depending on motherboard model. • CPU Power and Power Scores are for reference only. Actual results may vary based on testing - Gigabyte GA-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 74
taskbar) 14 INFO/Help 15 Motherboard Phase LED On/Off Switch (Default: On) 16 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-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 75
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-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 76
, delivering greater efficiency for daily use. Instructions: Select the Enable check box below the BIOS QuickBoot or OS QuickBoot item and then click Save to save the settings. SMART QuickBoost SMART QuickBoost features quick and effortless CPU overclocking for novice and experienced users alike - Gigabyte GA-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 77
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-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 78
, 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-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 79
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. - 79 - Unique - Gigabyte GA-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 80
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-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 81
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 The X.H.D utility only supports the SATA controllers integrated in the Intel Chipset. (Note 2) - Gigabyte GA-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 82
overclocking utility designed for system overclocking include CPU, memory, graphics, and PCIe frequencies and voltages. Click the Supported on Windows 7, Vista, and XP. For Windows XP, be sure to update support is required. Available functions may differ by motherboard model. Unique Features - 82 - - Gigabyte GA-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 83
voltages. Allows you to configure Advanced BIOS Features. Enables QuickBoost utility. Provides quick and effortless CPU overclocking for novice and experienced users alike. Loads Optimized Defaults. Sets Supervisor Password. Enables @BIOS utility to update the BIOS. - 83 - Unique Features - Gigabyte GA-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 84
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driver disk. • A USB floppy disk drive (needed during Windows XP installation) • An empty formatted floppy disk (needed during Windows XP installation) 5-1-1 Configuring Intel Z68 motherboard, the SATA3_0, SATA3_1 (Note 3), SATA2_2, SATA2_3, SATA2_4 and SATA2_5 ports are supported by the Z68 Chipset - Gigabyte GA-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 86
: Select F5: Previous Values +/-/PU/PD: Value F10: Save F6: 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 - Gigabyte GA-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 87
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 Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology - Option ROM - 10.5.0.1034 Copyright(C) 2003-11 Intel - Gigabyte GA-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 88
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 - 10.5.0.1034 Copyright(C) 2003-11 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved. [ CREATE - Gigabyte GA-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 89
Figure 6). Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology - Option ROM - 10.5.0.1034 Copyright(C) 2003-11 Intel Corporation. Figure 7) Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology - Option ROM - 10.5.0.1034 Copyright(C) 2003-11 Intel Corporation. Select Menu To exit the RAID BIOS utility, press or select 6. Exit in - Gigabyte GA-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 90
drive is hidden. Step 1: Select Create RAID Volume in MAIN MENU and press (Figure 8). Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology - Option ROM - 10.5.0.1034 Copyright(C) 2003-11 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved. [ MAIN MENU ] 1. Create RAID Volume 2. Delete RAID Volume 3. Reset Disks to - Gigabyte GA-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 91
Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology - Option ROM - 10.5.0.1034 Copyright(C) 2003-11 Intel update data from the master drive to the recovery drive manually using the Intel Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology - Option ROM - 10.5.0.1034 Copyright(C) 2003-11 Intel updated manually Continuous: volume is updated - Gigabyte GA-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 92
12 Acceleration Options This option allows you to view the status of your accelerated drive/volume (Figure 13) created using the Intel IRST utility. 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 - Gigabyte GA-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 93
Mode] [Press Enter] [Auto] Item Help Menu Level Move Enter: Select F5: Previous Values +/-/PU/PD: Value F10: Save F6: Fail-Safe Defaults Figure exit BIOS Setup. The BIOS Setup menus described in this section may differ from the exact settings for your motherboard. The actual BIOS Setup - Gigabyte GA-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 94
: Device ID : Revision ID : BIOS Version : Firmware Version : PCIe Speed rate : Configure SATA as : Supported Mode : 1B4B 91A3 B1 1.0.0.1029 selecting the hard drives, press to proceed (Figure 3). Marvell BIOS Setup (c) 2009 Marvell Technology Group Ltd. Topology HBA 0 : Marvell - Gigabyte GA-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 95
name with 1~10 letters (letters cannot be special characters). Marvell BIOS Setup (c) 2009 Marvell Technology Group Ltd. Configure -> Select free * HDD 1: WDC WD800JD-22L Create Virtual Disk RAID Level : Max Size (MB) : Stripe Size : Quick Init : Name : Threshold(%) : Next Do - Gigabyte GA-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 96
WD800JD-22L HDD 1 : WDC WD800JD-22L Free Physical Disks Information Vendor ID : Device ID : Revision ID : BIOS Version : Firmware Version : PCIe Speed rate : Configure SATA as : Supported Mode : 1B4B 91A3 B1 1.0.0.1029 2.2.0.1113 5.0Gbps IDE Mode RAID 0 RAID 1 Help Marvell RAID on chip - Gigabyte GA-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 97
Device ID : Revision ID : BIOS Version : Firmware Version : PCIe Speed rate : Configure SATA as : Supported Mode : Do you want to delete in the operating system. To install the utility, insert the motherboard driver disk, then go to Application Software\Install Application Software and select - Gigabyte GA-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 98
, 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-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 99
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-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 100
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-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 101
to replace a failed drive to rebuild a RAID 1 array. (Note: The new drive must have equal or greater capacity than the old one.) For the Intel Z68: Turn off your computer and replace the failed hard drive with a new one. Restart your computer. • Enabling Automatic Rebuild Step 1: When the message - Gigabyte GA-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 102
• 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-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 103
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 - 10.5.0.1034 Copyright(C) 2003-11 Intel - Gigabyte GA-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 104
bar to the array to be rebuilt (for example, VD 0: New_VD) and press and then select Rebuild. Press again. Marvell BIOS Setup (c) 2009 Marvell Technology Group Ltd. Topology HBA 0 : Marvell 0 Virtual Disks VD 0: New_VD HDD 1: WDC WD[D80e0leJtDe]-22L Free Physical Disks [Rebuild - Gigabyte GA-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 105
: Operation F10: Exit/Save ESC: Return Resume the Stopped Rebuild Process To resume the stopped rebuild process, enter the eSATA3 RAID Configuration menu in BIOS Setup again. Move the selection bar to the array to be rebuilt (for example, VD 0: New_VD). Press on this array and select BGA - Gigabyte GA-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 106
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-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 107
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-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 108
5-2-2 Configuring S/PDIF Out The S/PDIF Out jacks 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 coaxial cable or a S/PDIF optical cable (either one) to the corresponding S/PDIF out connector as shown - Gigabyte GA-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 109
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-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 110
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-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 111
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-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 112
. 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 - 112 - - Gigabyte GA-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 113
When the Add New Hardware Wizard appears, click Cancel. Then install the onboard HD audio 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 - Gigabyte GA-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 114
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-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 115
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. - 115 - Appendix - Gigabyte GA-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 116
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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-Z68XP-UD5 | Manual - Page 120
, 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 - 120 -
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GA-Z68XP-UD5
User's Manual
Rev. 1001
12ME-Z68XPU5-1001R