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GA-Z77P-D3 User's Manual Rev. 1001 12ME-Z77PD3-1001R - Gigabyte GA-Z77P-D3 | User Manual - Page 2
Motherboard GA-Z77P-D3 Mar. 9, 2012 Motherboard GA-Z77P-D3 Mar. 9, 2012 - Gigabyte GA-Z77P-D3 | User 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-Z77P-D3 | User Manual - Page 4
Optional Items...6 GA-Z77P-D3 Motherboard Layout 7 GA-Z77P-D3 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 - Gigabyte GA-Z77P-D3 | User Manual - Page 5
the SATA RAID/AHCI Driver and Operating System 81 5-2 Configuring Audio Input and Output 86 5-2-1 Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio 86 5-2-2 Configuring S/PDIF Out 88 5-2-3 Configuring Microphone Recording 89 5-2-4 Using the Sound Recorder 91 5-3 Troubleshooting 92 5-3-1 Frequently Asked - Gigabyte GA-Z77P-D3 | User Manual - Page 6
Box Contents GA-Z77P-D3 motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual Quick Installation Guide Two SATA 6Gb/s cables I/O Shield The box contents above are for reference only and the actual items shall depend on the product package you obtain. - Gigabyte GA-Z77P-D3 | User Manual - Page 7
Motherboard Layout KB_MS ATX_12V COMA LGA1155 HDMI ATX R_USB R_USB30 SYS_FAN2 SYS_FAN3 CPU_FAN USB_LAN AUDIO Atheros/Realtek GbE LAN PCIEX16 CODEC PCIEX1_1 PCIEX1_2 iTE Super I/O PCIEX4 PCI1 PCI2 F_AUDIO mSATA F_USB30 DDR3_4 DDR3_2 DDR3_3 DDR3_1 GA-Z77P-D3 PCIe to PCI Bridge Intel - Gigabyte GA-Z77P-D3 | User Manual - Page 8
GA-Z77P-D3 Motherboard Block Diagram 1 PCI Express x16 CPU CLK+/- (100 MHz) PCIe CLK (100 MHz) LGA1155 CPU DDR3 1600/1333/1066 MHz Dual Channel Memory DMI 2.0 FDI x16 PCI Express Bus 1 PCI Express x4 HDMI LAN RJ45 Atheros/Realtek GbE LAN x4 - Gigabyte GA-Z77P-D3 | User Manual - Page 9
manual and follow these procedures: •• Prior to installation, make sure the chassis is suitable for the motherboard. •• Prior to installation, do not remove or break motherboard S/N (Serial Number) sticker or warranty such as a motherboard, CPU or memory. If problem related to the use of - Gigabyte GA-Z77P-D3 | User Manual - Page 10
CPU 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® Z77 - Gigabyte GA-Z77P-D3 | User Manual - Page 11
can support up to USB 2.0 transfer speed. - Up to 8 USB 2.0/1.1 ports (4 ports on the back panel, 4 ports available through the internal USB header) 1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector 2 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors 3 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors 1 x mSATA connector 1 x CPU - Gigabyte GA-Z77P-D3 | User Manual - Page 12
1.0a, DMI 2.0, SM BIOS 2.6, ACPI 2.0a Support for @BIOS Support for Q-Flash Support for Xpress Install Support for Xpress Recovery2 Support for eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D) Support for Auto Green Support for ON/OFF Charge Support for Q-Share Norton Internet Security (OEM version) Intel® Rapid Start - Gigabyte GA-Z77P-D3 | User Manual - Page 13
before you begin to install the CPU: •• Make sure that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) •• Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing the CPU to prevent hardware damage. •• Locate the - Gigabyte GA-Z77P-D3 | User 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 to the CPU. Step 1: Gently press the CPU socket lever handle down and away from the - Gigabyte GA-Z77P-D3 | User Manual - Page 15
below to correctly install the CPU cooler on the motherboard. (The following procedure uses Intel® boxed cooler as the example (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 - Gigabyte GA-Z77P-D3 | User 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 to CPU - Gigabyte GA-Z77P-D3 | User 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-Z77P-D3 | User 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-Z77P-D3 | User Manual - Page 19
Sound>Sound>Playback, set Intel(R) Display Audio to the default playback device. USB 2.0/1.1 Port The USB port supports the USB 2.0/1.1 specification 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-Z77P-D3 | User Manual - Page 20
7.1-channel audio, you have to use an HD front panel audio module and enable the multichannel audio feature through the audio driver. Refer to the instructions on setting up a 2/4/5.1/7.1channel audio configuration in Chapter 5, "Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio." Hardware Installation - 20 - - Gigabyte GA-Z77P-D3 | User Manual - Page 21
13 5 10 1) ATX_12V 2) ATX 3) CPU_FAN 4) SYS_FAN1/2/3 5) BAT 6) SATA3 0/1 7) SATA2 2/3/4 8) mSATA 9) CLR_CMOS 10) F_PANEL 11) F_AUDIO 12) SPDIF_O 13) F_USB1/F_USB2 14) F_USB30 15) TPM Read the following been securely attached to the connector on the motherboard. - 21 - Hardware Installation - Gigabyte GA-Z77P-D3 | User Manual - Page 22
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 the correct orientation. The 12V power connector mainly supplies power to the CPU. If the 12V power connector is not connected, the computer will - Gigabyte GA-Z77P-D3 | User Manual - Page 23
(Fan Headers) All fan headers on this motherboard are 4-pin. Most fan headers possess a CPU or the system may hang. •• These fan headers are not configuration jumper blocks. Do not place a jumper cap on the headers. 5) BAT (Battery) The battery provides power to keep the values (such as BIOS - Gigabyte GA-Z77P-D3 | User Manual - Page 24
are compatible with SATA 1.5Gb/s standard. Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device. The Intel Z77 Chipset supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, and RAID 10. Refer to Chapter 5, "Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s)," for instructions on configuring a RAID array. Pin No. Definition 1 GND SATA2 - Gigabyte GA-Z77P-D3 | User Manual - Page 25
Drive Connector, Controlled by the Intel Z77 Chipset) The mSATA connector conforms to SATA 3Gb/s standard and can connect to a single solid-state drive. DB_PORT BIOS Switcher (X58A-OC) 1 M_SATA Voltage measurement module(X58A-OC) PWM Switch (X58A-OC) mSATA ACPI_CPT (GA-IVB) DIP 1 23 1 DIP - Gigabyte GA-Z77P-D3 | User Manual - Page 26
turn off your system using the power switch (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Power Management," for more information). •• SPEAK (Speaker, Orange): by issuing a beep code. One single short beep will be heard if no problem is detected at system startup. •• HD (Hard Drive Activity LED, Blue): - Gigabyte GA-Z77P-D3 | User Manual - Page 27
) 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-Z77P-D3 | User Manual - Page 28
contact the local dealer. 20 10 11 TPM w/housing Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Definition VBUS SSRX1SSRX1+ GND SSTX1SSTX1+ GND D1D1+ NC DB_PORT 1 BIOS Switc 1 1 Pin No. Definition 11 VolDta2ge+measurement module(X58A-OC) 12 D213 GND 14 SSTX2+ 15 SSTX216 GND 17 SPSCRIeXp2o+wer connector - Gigabyte GA-Z77P-D3 | User Manual - Page 29
ID 5 LRESET 15 SB3V 6 NC 16 SERIRQ 7 LAD3 17 GND 8 LAD2 18 NC 9 VCC3 19 NC 10 LAD1 20 SUSCLK Voltage measurement points(G1.Sniper 3) BIOS Switcher (SW4) - 29 - Hardware Installation - Gigabyte GA-Z77P-D3 | User Manual - Page 30
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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-Z77P-D3 | User Manual - Page 32
INFORMATION Press the key to display your system information. : BOOT MENU Boot Menu allows you to set the first boot device without entering BIOS Setup. In Boot Menu, use the up arrow key or the down arrow key to select the first boot device, then press to accept - Gigabyte GA-Z77P-D3 | User Manual - Page 33
The Main Menu A. The 3D BIOS Screen (Default) On GIGABYTE's uniquely designed 3D BIOS screen, you can use your mouse to move through the motherboard image and click to enter the function menu in each area for quick configuration. For example, pass your mouse arrow over the CPU and memory sockets and - Gigabyte GA-Z77P-D3 | User Manual - Page 34
and date. This menu also displays information on the devices connected to the SATA ports. „„ BIOS Features Use this menu to configure the device boot order, advanced features available on the CPU, and the primary display adapter. „„ Peripherals Use this menu to configure all peripheral devices, such - Gigabyte GA-Z77P-D3 | User Manual - Page 35
on your overall system configurations. Incorrectly doing overclock/overvoltage may result in damage to CPU, chipset, or memory and reduce the useful provides information on the BIOS version, CPU base clock, CPU frequency, memory frequency, total memory size , CPU temperature, Vcore, and memory voltage. - Gigabyte GA-Z77P-D3 | User Manual - Page 36
`` M.I.T. Current Status This screen provides information on CPU/memory frequencies/parameters. `` Advanced Frequency Settings && CPU/PCIe Base Clock Allows you to manually set the CPU base clock and PCIe bus frequency in 0.01 MHz increments. (Default: Auto) Important: It is highly recommended that - Gigabyte GA-Z77P-D3 | User Manual - Page 37
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. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) (Note) This item is present - Gigabyte GA-Z77P-D3 | User Manual - Page 38
. (Note 1) 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. (Note 2) This item is present only when you install a CPU and a memory module that support this feature. BIOS Setup - 38 - - Gigabyte GA-Z77P-D3 | User Manual - Page 39
Profile VTT Voltage The value displayed here is dependent on the CPU being used. && Channel Interleaving Enables or disables memory channel interleaving BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) (Note) This item is present only when you install a CPU and a memory module that support - Gigabyte GA-Z77P-D3 | User Manual - Page 40
reset the board to default values by loading optimized defaults or clearing the CMOS values. `` Advanced Voltage Settings This sub-menu allows you to set CPU and memory voltages. BIOS Setup - 40 - - Gigabyte GA-Z77P-D3 | User Manual - Page 41
the Case Open field will show "No" at next boot. && Case Open 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 will show "No". To clear the chassis intrusion - Gigabyte GA-Z77P-D3 | User Manual - Page 42
speed control function and adjust the fan speed. Normal Allows the CPU fan to run at different speeds according to the CPU temperature. (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. Disabled Allows the - Gigabyte GA-Z77P-D3 | User Manual - Page 43
System This section provides information on your CPU, memory, motherboard model, and BIOS version. You can also select the default language used by the BIOS and manually set the system time. && System Language Selects the default language used by the BIOS. && System Date Sets the system date. The - Gigabyte GA-Z77P-D3 | User Manual - Page 44
BIOS such as hard drives, optical drives, floppy disk drives, and devices that support Boot from LAN function, etc. Press on this item to Show Allows you to determine whether to display the GIGABYTE Logo at system startup. Disabled skips the GIGABYTE Logo when the system starts up. (Default: - Gigabyte GA-Z77P-D3 | User Manual - Page 45
a new password, press without entering any password. Press again when prompted to confirm. (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. - 45 - BIOS Setup - Gigabyte GA-Z77P-D3 | User Manual - Page 46
) && SATA Controller(s) Enables or disables the integrated SATA controllers. (Default: Enabled) && SATA Mode Selection Enables or disables RAID for the SATA controllers integrated in the Intel Z77 Chipset or configures the SATA controllers to AHCI mode - Gigabyte GA-Z77P-D3 | User Manual - Page 47
controller in OS. Smart Auto This mode is available only when the BIOS supports the xHCI controller in the pre-boot environment. This mode is similar to support, devices may require UASP class driver updates from UASP driver vendors to be fully compatible with Intel USB 3.0 Streams Support. - Gigabyte GA-Z77P-D3 | User Manual - Page 48
graphics card, or the onboard graphics. Auto Lets BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default) IGFX Sets Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology Enables or disables Intel Rapid Start Technology. This item is configurable only when an SSD is installed. (Default: Disabled) && Legacy USB Support - Gigabyte GA-Z77P-D3 | User Manual - Page 49
`` Trusted Computing && TPM SUPPORT Enables or disables Trusted Platform Module (TPM). Set this disables the onboard serial port. (Default: Enabled) `` Intel(R) Smart Connect Technology && ISCT Configuration Enables or disables Intel Smart Connect Technology. (Default: Disabled) - 49 - BIOS Setup - Gigabyte GA-Z77P-D3 | User Manual - Page 50
set to Enabled, the following functions will become unavailable: PME event wake up, power on by mouse, power on by keyboard, and wake on LAN. BIOS Setup - 50 - - Gigabyte GA-Z77P-D3 | User Manual - Page 51
consumption. (Default: Enabled) && Internal Graphics Deep Standby Mode Allows you to determine whether to let the onboard graphics enter deeper standby mode. (Default: Enabled) (Note) Supported on Windows 7 operating system only. - 51 - BIOS Setup - Gigabyte GA-Z77P-D3 | User Manual - Page 52
Yes to confirm. Your system will restart automatically and boot from that device. && Save Profiles This function allows you to save the current BIOS settings to a profile. You can create up to 4 profiles and save as Setup Profile 1~ Setup Profile 4. Press to complete. && Load Profiles If - Gigabyte GA-Z77P-D3 | User Manual - Page 53
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-Z77P-D3 | User Manual - Page 54
Software This page displays all the utilities and 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 the content descriptions for this driver disk. Drivers Installation - 54 - - Gigabyte GA-Z77P-D3 | User Manual - Page 55
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. - 55 - Drivers Installation - Gigabyte GA-Z77P-D3 | User Manual - Page 56
, 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 Program This page provides a quick link to GIGABYTE's lately developed utilities for users to install. You can click the Install - Gigabyte GA-Z77P-D3 | User Manual - Page 57
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-Z77P-D3 | User Manual - Page 58
note that if there is no enough unallocated space, Xpress Recovery2 cannot save the backup file. B. Accessing Xpress Recovery2 Boot from the motherboard driver disk to access Xpress Recovery2. When you see the following message: Press any key to startup Xpress Recovery2, press any key to enter - Gigabyte GA-Z77P-D3 | User Manual - Page 59
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-Z77P-D3 | User Manual - Page 60
your computer by adding one more physical BIOS chip. What is DualBIOS™? Motherboards that support DualBIOS have two BIOS onboard, a main BIOS and a backup BIOS. Normally, the system works on the main BIOS. However, if the main BIOS is corrupted or damaged, the backup BIOS will take over on the next - Gigabyte GA-Z77P-D3 | User Manual - Page 61
Utility v1.02 Model Name : Z77P-D3 BIOS Version : E12 BIOS Date : 02/15/2012 Flash Type/Size : MXIC 25L6465E/6406E 8MB Update BIOS From Drive SaSveeleBcItODSetvoicDe rive Return to BIOS setup Flash Disk 3. Select the BIOS update file. Make sure the BIOS update file matches your motherboard model - Gigabyte GA-Z77P-D3 | User Manual - Page 62
Optimized Defaults on the Save & Exit screen 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. Select Yes to load BIOS defaults Step 5: Select Save & Exit Setup and press . And then select - Gigabyte GA-Z77P-D3 | User Manual - Page 63
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-Z77P-D3 | User Manual - Page 64
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 in the notification area and right-click on this - Gigabyte GA-Z77P-D3 | User Manual - Page 65
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-Z77P-D3 | User Manual - Page 66
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-Z77P-D3 | User Manual - Page 67
system memory 3. Intel Rapid Start Technology enabled in BIOS Setup 4. AHCI/RAID mode supported (please note if the SSD has been assigned as a member of a RAID array, it cannot be used to set up Intel Rapid Start store partition); IDE mode not supported 5. All motherboard drivers correctly installed - Gigabyte GA-Z77P-D3 | User Manual - Page 68
Go to the Peripherals menu and set Intel Rapid Start Technology to Enabled. 2. Save the settings and exit BIOS Setup. E. Installing and Configuring the Intel Rapid Start Application 1. While in the operating system, insert the motherboard driver disk, go to Application Software\Install Application - Gigabyte GA-Z77P-D3 | User Manual - Page 69
Smart Connect Technology enabled in BIOS Setup 2. Windows 7 with SP1 3. Normal network connection B. Configuring Intel Smart Connect Technology Step 1: After installing the operating system and motherboard drivers, install the Intel Smart Connect Technology application. Restart your computer when - Gigabyte GA-Z77P-D3 | User Manual - Page 70
. exe. Restart your computer when completed. Step 4: After completing the steps above, go to Start\All Programs\Intel and launch Intel(R) Smart Connect Technology. On the Intel® Smart Connect Technology Configuration menu, click Enable Updating on the Basic tab. (The Enable Updating button has now - Gigabyte GA-Z77P-D3 | User Manual - Page 71
Response A. System Requirements 1. An Intel Chipset-based motherboard 2. An Intel Core series processor 3. RAID enabled for the Intel SATA controllers in BIOS Setup 4. A conventional SATA disk and an SSD (Note 1) 5. Windows 7 with SP1 (Note 2) 6. All motherboard drivers correctly installed If you - Gigabyte GA-Z77P-D3 | User Manual - Page 72
the SSD allocated for the cache memory, the hard disk/ volume to accelerate, and the acceleration mode, click OK to complete the configuration of the Intel Smart Response Technology. The "Enable Acceleration" Dialog Box: Select the SSD to be used if more than one SSD is installed. Select the size - Gigabyte GA-Z77P-D3 | User Manual - Page 73
Configure SATA controller mode in BIOS Setup. C. Configure a RAID array in RAID BIOS. (Note 1) D. Install the SATA RAID/AHCI driver and operating system. ( prepare only one hard drive. •• Windows 7/XP setup disk. •• Motherboard driver disk. •• A USB floppy disk drive (needed during Windows XP - Gigabyte GA-Z77P-D3 | User Manual - Page 74
in system BIOS Setup. Step 1: Turn on your computer and press to enter BIOS Setup during the POST (Power-On Self-Test). To and exit BIOS Setup. Figure 1 The BIOS Setup menus described in this section may differ from the exact settings for your motherboard. The actual BIOS Setup menu - Gigabyte GA-Z77P-D3 | User Manual - Page 75
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 - 11.0.0.1339 Copyright(C) 2003-11 Intel - Gigabyte GA-Z77P-D3 | User Manual - Page 76
press . Then, select a RAID level (Figure 4). RAID levels supported include RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10, and RAID 5 (the selections stripe block size, press . Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology - Option ROM - 11.0.0.1339 Copyright(C) 2003-11 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved. [ CREATE - Gigabyte GA-Z77P-D3 | User Manual - Page 77
Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved. [ CREATE VOLUME MENU ] Name : Volume0 RAID Level : RAID0(Stripe) Disks : Select Disks Strip Size : 128 MB Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology - Option ROM - 11.0.0.1339 Copyright(C) 2003-11 Intel To exit the RAID BIOS utility, press or select 6. Exit - Gigabyte GA-Z77P-D3 | User Manual - Page 78
recovery drive is hidden. Step 1: Select Create RAID Volume in MAIN MENU and press (Figure 8). Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology - Option ROM - 11.0.0.1339 Copyright(C) 2003-11 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved. 1. Create RAID Volume 2. Delete RAID Volume 3. Reset Disks to Non-RAID - Gigabyte GA-Z77P-D3 | User Manual - Page 79
drive manually using the Intel Rapid manually Continuous: volume is updated automatically [hi]-Change [TAB]-Next [ESC]-Previous Menu [ENTER]-Select Figure 11 Step 5: Finally press on the Create Volume item to begin creating the Recovery Volume and follow the onscreen instructions - Gigabyte GA-Z77P-D3 | User Manual - Page 80
>. When prompted to confirm your selection (Figure 12), press to confirm or to abort. Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology - Option ROM - 11.0.0.1339 Copyright(C) 2003-11 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved. Name Volume0 Level RAID0(Stripe) [ DELETE VOLUME MENU ] Drives 2 Capacity - Gigabyte GA-Z77P-D3 | User Manual - Page 81
, 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 Z77, copy all files in the \BootDrv\iRST\32Bit folder to your floppy disk. To install Windows - Gigabyte GA-Z77P-D3 | User Manual - Page 82
SATA RAID/AHCI driver and press . Then a controller menu similar to that in Figure 3 will appear. Select Intel(R) Desktop/Workstation/Server to configure a SCSI Adapter for use with Windows, using a device support disk provided by an adapter manufacturer. Select the SCSI Adapter you want - Gigabyte GA-Z77P-D3 | User Manual - Page 83
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 - 11.0.0.1339 Copyright(C) 2003-11 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved. 1. Create RAID Volume 2. Delete - Gigabyte GA-Z77P-D3 | User Manual - Page 84
•• 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-Z77P-D3 | User Manual - Page 85
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 - 11.0.0.1339 Copyright(C) 2003-11 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved. [ RECOVERY VOLUME OPTIONS ] 1. Enable Only Recovery - Gigabyte GA-Z77P-D3 | User Manual - Page 86
jack and 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 on page - Gigabyte GA-Z77P-D3 | User Manual - Page 87
The pictures to the right show the 7.1-channel speaker configurations. 7.1-Channel Speakers: Front Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out Step 2: Connect an audio device to an audio jack. The The current connected device is dialog box appears. Select the device according to the - Gigabyte GA-Z77P-D3 | User Manual - Page 88
C. Activating an AC'97 Front Panel Audio Module If your chassis provides an AC'97 front panel audio module, to activate the AC'97 functionality, click the tool icon on the Speaker Configuration tab. On the Connector Settings dialog box, select the Disable front panel jack detection check box. Click - Gigabyte GA-Z77P-D3 | User Manual - Page 89
5-2-3 Configuring Microphone Recording Step 1: After installing the audio driver, the HD Audio Manager icon will appear in the notification area. Double-click the icon to access the HD Audio Manager. Step 2: Connect your microphone - Gigabyte GA-Z77P-D3 | User Manual - Page 90
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-Z77P-D3 | User Manual - Page 91
. 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. - 91 - Appendix - Gigabyte GA-Z77P-D3 | User Manual - Page 92
refer to the instructions on the motherboard battery in Chapter driver successfully? (For Windows XP only) A: Step 1: First, make sure Service Pack 1 or Service driver from the motherboard driver disk or download the audio driver from GIGABYTE's website to install. For more details, go to the Support - Gigabyte GA-Z77P-D3 | User Manual - Page 93
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-Z77P-D3 | User Manual - Page 94
enter BIOS Setup. Select "Load Optimized Defaults." Select "Save & Exit Setup" to save changes and exit BIOS Setup. The problem is 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-Z77P-D3 | User Manual - Page 95
GIGABYTE. Our Commitment to Preserving the Environment In addition to high-efficiency performance, all GIGABYTE motherboards office, your household waste disposal service or where you purchased the Customer Care number listed in your product's user's manual and we will be glad to help you with - Gigabyte GA-Z77P-D3 | User Manual - Page 96
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.tw •• G.B.T. INC. - U.S.A. TEL: +1-626-854-9338 FAX: +1-626-854-9326 Tech. Support: http://ggts.gigabyte.com.tw Warranty Info: http://rma.gigabyte.us Web address: http://www.gigabyte.us •• G.B.T. INC (USA) - Mexico Tel: +1-626-854-9338 x 215 (Soporte de habla hispano) FAX: +1-626-854-9326 Correo - Gigabyte GA-Z77P-D3 | User Manual - Page 100
, 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 - 100 -
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GA-Z77P-D3
User's Manual
Rev. 1001
12ME-Z77PD3-1001R