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GA-Z87M-D3HP User's Manual Rev. 1001 12ME-Z87MD3P-1001R - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 2
Motherboard GA-Z87M-D3HP May 31, 2013 Motherboard GA-Z87M-D3HP May 31, 2013 - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 3
types of documentations: „„ For quick set-up of the product, read the Quick Installation Guide included with the product. „„ For detailed product information, carefully read the User's Manual. For product-related information, check on our website at: http://www.gigabyte.com Identifying Your - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 4
Table of Contents Box Contents...6 Optional Items...6 GA-Z87M-D3HP Motherboard Layout 7 GA-Z87M-D3HP 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 - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 5
Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio 89 6-1-2 Configuring S/PDIF Out 91 6-1-3 Configuring Microphone Recording 92 6-1-4 Using the Sound Recorder 94 6-2 Troubleshooting 95 6-2-1 Frequently Asked Questions 95 6-2-2 Troubleshooting Procedure 96 Regulatory Statements 98 Contact Us...103 - 5 - - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 6
Box Contents 55 GA-Z87M-D3HP motherboard 55 Motherboard driver disk 55 User's Manual 55 Quick Installation Guide 55 Two SATA 6Gb/s cables 55 I/O Shield The box contents above are for reference only and the actual items shall depend on the product package - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 7
SYS_FAN1 CPU_FAN ATX VGA_DVI HDMI R_USB30 LGA1150 F_USB30_1 F_USB30_2 USB30_LAN AUDIO Renesas® uPD720210 Realtek® GbE LAN PCIEX16 PCI1 GA-Z87M-D3HP Renesas® uPD720210 5 4 3 2 1 0 SATA3 iTE® Super I/O PCI2 CODEC PCIEX4 F_AUDIO COM LPT SPDIF_O Intel® Z87 BAT PCIe to PCI - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 8
GA-Z87M-D3HP Motherboard Block Diagram PCI Express Bus x16 1 PCI Express x16 PCIe CLK (100 MHz) DVI-D HDMI LGA1150 CPU CPU CLK+/- (100 MHz) DDR3 1600/1333 - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 9
electrostatic discharge (ESD). Prior to installation, carefully read the user's manual and follow these procedures: •• Prior to installation, make sure the 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-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 10
/ Intel® Core™ i3 processors/Intel® Pentium® processors/Intel® Celeron® processors in the LGA1150 package (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) ŠŠ L3 cache varies with CPU Chipset ŠŠ Intel® Z87 Express Chipset Memory Onboard Graphics Audio ŠŠ 4 x 1.5V DDR3 DIMM sockets - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 11
/System fan speed detection ŠŠ CPU/System overheating warning ŠŠ CPU/System fan fail warning ŠŠ CPU/System fan speed control * Whether the fan speed control function is supported will depend on the cooler you install. ŠŠ 2 x 64 Mbit flash ŠŠ Use of licensed AMI EFI BIOS - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 12
for ON/OFF Charge Norton® Internet Security (OEM version) Intel® Rapid Start Technology Intel® Smart Connect Technology Intel® Smart Response Technology Support for Windows 8/7 Form Factor ŠŠ Micro ATX Form Factor; 24.4cm x 24.4cm * GIGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to the product - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 13
and CPU Cooler Read the following guidelines before you begin to install the CPU: •• Make sure that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) •• Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing the CPU - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | 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. •• To protect the socket contacts, do not remove the protective - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 15
" when pushing down each push pin. Check 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 - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 16
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 and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing the memory to - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 17
1-4-2 Installing a Memory Before installing a memory module, make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the memory module. DDR3 and DDR2 DIMMs are not compatible to each other or DDR DIMMs. Be sure to install DDR3 DIMMs on this motherboard - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 18
Installing an Expansion Card Read the following guidelines before you begin to install an expansion card: •• Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Carefully read the manual that came with your expansion card. •• Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 19
up to 192KHz/24bit 8-channel LPCM audio output. You can use this port to connect your HDMI-supported monitor. The maximum supported resolution is 4096x2160, but the actual resolutions supported are dependent on the monitor being used. After installing the HDMI device, make sure to set the default - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 20
can be reconfigured to perform different functions via the audio software (supported functions for each jack may vary based on hardware specification). Only microphones 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 - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 21
1-7 Internal Connectors 14 3 2 10 6 6 5 9 15 7 12 13 14 11 4 8 4 1) ATX_12V_2X4 2) ATX 3) CPU_FAN 4) SYS_FAN1/SYS_FAN2/SYS_FAN3 5) BAT 6) SATA3 0/1/2/3/4/5 7) F_AUDIO 8) F_PANEL 9) SPDIF_O 10) F_USB30_1/F_USB30_2 11) F_USB1/2/3 12) COM 13) LPT 14) TPM 15) CLR_CMOS Read the following - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 22
1/2) ATX_12V_2X4/ATX (2x4 12V Power Connector and 2x12 Main Power Connector) With the use of the power connector, the power supply can supply enough stable power to all the components on the motherboard. Before connecting the power connector, first make sure the power supply is turned off and all - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 23
3/4) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN1/SYS_FAN2/SYS_FAN3 (Fan Headers) All fan headers on this motherboard are 4-pin. Most fan headers possess a foolproof insertion design. When connecting a fan cable, be sure to connect it in the correct orientation (the black connector wire is the ground wire). The speed control - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 24
8 No Pin 8 No Pin 9 LINE2_L 9 Line Out (L) 10 GND 10 NC •• The front panel audio header supports HD audio by default. If your chassis provides an AC'97 front panel audio module, refer to the instructions on how to activate AC'97 functionality via the audio software in Chapter 6, "Configuring - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 25
speaker on the chassis front panel. The system reports system startup status 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): Connects to the hard drive activity LED on the chassis front panel. The LED is - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 26
9) SPDIF_O (S/PDIF Out Header) This header supports digital S/PDIF Out and connects a S/PDIF digital audio the same time. For information about connecting the S/PDIF digital audio cable, carefully read the manual for your expansion card. Pin No. Definition 1 SPDIFO 1 2 GND 10) F_USB30_1/ - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 27
11) F_USB1/2/3 (USB 2.0/1.1 Headers) The headers conform to USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Each USB header can provide two USB ports via an optional USB bracket. For purchasing the optional USB bracket, please contact the local dealer. 9 1 10 2 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Definition Power (5V) - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 28
ACPI_CPT (GA-IVB) SMB_CPT (GA-IVB) CLR_CMOS CI DIS_ME GP15_CPT (GA-IVB) XDP_CPU XDP_PCH (GA-IVB) F_USB3 (Front Panel) F_PANEL (H61M-D2) F_PANEL(NH) 13) LPT (Parallel Port Header) The LPT header can provide one parallel port via an optional - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 29
from the power 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). - 29 - Hardware Installation - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 30
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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 5, ." •• 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 - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 32
2-1 Startup Screen The following startup Logo screen will appear when the computer boots. Function Keys Function Keys: : BIOS SETUP\Q-FLASH Press the key to enter BIOS Setup or to access the Q-Flash utility in BIOS Setup. : SYSTEM INFORMATION Press the key to display your - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 33
2-2 The Main Menu A. Dashboard Mode (Default) Differing from traditional UEFI interface, the Windows Mode provides a fancy and user-friendly BIOS environment where users can easily point and click through various settings and make adjustments for optimum performance. In Windows Mode, you can use - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 34
Classic Setup Function Keys Move the selection bar to select a setup menu Move the selection bar to select an configuration item on a menu Execute command or enter a menu / Increase the numeric value or make changes / Decrease the numeric value - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 35
2-3 M.I.T. Whether the system will work stably with the overclock/overvoltage settings you made is dependent on your overall system configurations. Incorrectly doing overclock/overvoltage may result in damage to CPU, chipset, or memory and reduce the useful life of these components. This page is - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 36
CPU specifications. && Host/PCIe Clock Frequency (Note) Allows you to manually set the host clock frequency (which controls CPU, PCIe, and memory Note) This item is present only when you install a CPU that supports this feature. For more information about Intel® CPUs' unique features, please - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 37
the current. Auto sets the power limit according to the CPU specifications. (Default: Auto) (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. - 37 - BIOS Setup - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 38
the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) && C3 State Support (Note 1) Allows you to determine whether to let the CPU enter the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) && C6/C7 State Support (Note 1) Allows you to determine whether to let the CPU enter C6/C7 - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 39
stability. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) (Note) This item is present only when you install a CPU and a memory module that support this feature. - 39 - BIOS Setup - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 40
`` Channel A/B Timing Settings This sub-menu provides memory timing settings for each channel of memory. The respective timing setting screens are configurable only when DRAM Timing Selectable is set to Quick or Expert. Note: Your system may become unstable or fail to boot after you make changes on - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 41
`` Advanced Voltage Settings `` CPU Core Voltage Control This section provides CPU voltage control options. `` Chipset Voltage Control This section provides Chipset voltage control options. `` DRAM Voltage Control This section provides memory voltage control options. - 41 - BIOS Setup - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 42
`` PC Health Status && Reset Case Open Status Disabled Keeps or clears the record of previous chassis intrusion status. (Default) Enabled Clears the record of previous chassis intrusion status and the Case Open field will show "No" at next boot. && Case Open Displays the detection status of - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 43
system temperature. You can adjust the fan speed with EasyTune based on your system requirements. (Default) Silent Allows the fan to run at slow speeds. Manual Allows you to control the fan speed under the Slope PWM item. Disabled Allows the fan to run at full speeds. && Slope PWM Allows you - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 44
1, Gen 2, or Gen 3. Actual operation mode is subject to the hardware specification of each slot. For example, the PCI Express x1 slots can support up to Gen 2 mode only. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) && Legacy BenchMark Enhancement Allows you to determine - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 45
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 date format is - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 46
Drive/Network Device BBS Priorities Specifies the boot order for a specific device type, such as hard drives, optical drives, floppy disk drives, and devices that support Boot from LAN function, etc. Press on this item to enter the submenu that presents the devices of the same type that are - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 47
is configurable only when Fast Boot is set to Enabled. This item is disabled when Fast Boot is set to Ultra Fast. && PS2 Devices Support Disabled All PS/2 devices are disabled before the OS boot process completes. Enabled All PS/2 devices are functional in the operating system and during - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 48
Disables or enables booting from the network to install a GPT format OS, such as installing the OS from the Windows Deployment Services server. (Default: Disabled) && Ipv4 PXE Support Enables or disables Ipv4 PXE Support. This item is configurable only when Network stack is Enabled. && Ipv6 PXE - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 49
&& Administrator Password Allows you to configure an administrator password. Press on this item, type the password, and then press . You will be requested to confirm the password. Type the password again and press . You must enter the administrator password (or user password) - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 50
to the EHCI controller and the xHCI controller is turned off. All USB 3.0 devices function as High Speed devices regardless of xHCI software support/availability. Manual Allows you to determine whether to rout the USB 3.0 ports to the xHCI or EHCI controller before booting to OS, and also - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 51
Options are: 128M, 256M, MAX. (Default: MAX) && Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology Enables or disables Intel® Rapid Start Technology. (Default: Disabled) && Legacy USB Support Allows USB keyboard/mouse to be used in MS-DOS. (Default: Enabled) && XHCI Hand-off Determines whether to enable XHCI Hand-off - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 52
`` SATA Configuration && SATA Controller(s) (Intel® Chipset) Enables or disables the integrated SATA controllers. (Default: Enabled) && SATA Mode Selection (Intel® Chipset) Enables or disables RAID for the SATA controllers integrated in the Chipset or configures the SATA controllers to AHCI - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 53
EPP Mode (Enhanced Parallel Port), ECP Mode (Extended Capabilities Port), EPP Mode & ECP Mode. `` Intel(R) Smart Connect Technology && ISCT Support Enables or disables Intel® Smart Connect Technology. (Default: Disabled) `` Realtek PCIe GBE Family Controller This sub-menu provides information on LAN - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 54
2-7 Power Management && Power Loading Enables or disables dummy load. When the power supply is at low load, a self-protection will activate causing it to shutdown or fail. If this occurs, please set to Enabled. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) && Resume by - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 55
&& Power On By Keyboard Allows the system to be turned on by a PS/2 keyboard wake-up event. Note: To use this function, you need an ATX power supply providing at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. Disabled Disables this function. (Default) Password Set a password with 1~5 characters to turn on - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 56
2-8 Save & Exit && Save & Exit Setup Press on this item and select Yes. This saves the changes to the CMOS and exits the BIOS Setup program. Select No or press to return to the BIOS Setup Main Menu. && Exit Without Saving Press on this item and select Yes. This exits the BIOS - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 57
Chapter 3 Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s) RAID Levels RAID 0 Minimum Number of Hard ≥2 Drives Array Capacity Number of hard drives * Size of the smallest drive Fault Tolerance No RAID 1 RAID 5 2 ≥3 Size of the smallest drive Yes (Number of hard drives -1) * Size of the smallest drive - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 58
B. Configuring SATA controller mode in BIOS Setup Make sure to configure the SATA controller mode correctly in system BIOS Setup. Step 1: Turn on your computer and press to enter BIOS Setup during the POST (Power-On Self-Test). Go to Peripherals\SATA Configuration, make sure SATA - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 59
Windows 8 64-bit installation only. Step 1: In BIOS Setup, go to BIOS Features and set OS Type to Windows 8 and CSM Support to Never. (Figure 2) Save the changes and exit BIOS Setup. Figure 2 Step 2: After the system reboot, enter BIOS Setup again. Then enter the Peripherals\Intel(R) - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 60
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, RAID 10, and RAID 5 (the selections available depend on the number of the hard drives being installed). Next, use the - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 61
Step 5: After setting the capacity, move to Create Volume and press to begin. (Figure 6) Figure 6 After completing, you'll be brought back to the Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology screen. Under RAID Volumes you can see the new RAID volume. To see more detailed information, press on - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 62
Delete RAID Volume To delete a RAID array, press on the volume to be deleted on the Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology screen. After entering the RAID VOLUME INFO screen, press on Delete to enter the Delete screen. Press on Yes (Figure 8). Figure 8 Configuring SATA Hard Drive - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 63
C-2. Configuring Legacy RAID ROM Enter the Intel® legacy 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 - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 64
with 1~16 letters (letters cannot be special characters) under the Name item and press . Then, select a RAID level (Figure 11). RAID levels supported include RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10, and RAID 5 (the selections available depend on the number of the hard drives being installed). Press - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 65
Step 5: Enter the array capacity and press . Finally press on the Create Volume item to begin creating the RAID array. When prompted to confirm whether to create this volume, press to confirm or to cancel (Figure 13). Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology - Option ROM - 12.0.0. - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 66
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-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 67
On Request allows 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 Request also allows the Recovery Volume and follow the onscreen instructions to complete. - 67 - Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s) - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 68
are unable to run the Intel® IRST utility due to an application error or operating system issue, you will need to remove acceleration or manually enable synchronization (Maximized mode only) using this option in the RAID ROM utility. Steps: Select Acceleration Options in MAIN MENU and press - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 69
3-2 Installing the SATA RAID/AHCI Driver and Operating System With the correct BIOS settings, you are ready to install Windows 8/7. A. Installing Windows 8/7 As Windows 7 already include Intel® SATA RAID/AHCI driver, you do not need to install separate RAID/AHCI driver during the Windows - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 70
automatic rebuild will be performed after you enter the operating system. 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 - 12.0.0.1783 Copyright - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 71
•• 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 the desktop. Step 1: Go to the Manage menu and click Rebuild to another - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 72
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 - 12.0.0.1783 Copyright(C) 2003-13 Intel Corporation - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 73
Chapter 4 Drivers Installation •• Before installing the drivers, first install the operating system. (The following instructions use Windows 8 as the example operating system.) •• After installing the operating system, insert the motherboard driver disk into your optical drive. Click on the message - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 74
4-2 Application Software This page displays the apps that GIGABYTE develops and some free software. You can select the apps you want and click the Install icon to begin the installation. 4-3 Information This page provides detailed information on the drivers on the driver disk. The Contact page - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 75
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 . For the sake of system safety, users cannot update the backup BIOS manually. What is Q-Flash™? With Q-Flash you can update the system BIOS - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 76
to Drive option allows you to save the current BIOS file. •• Q-Flash only supports USB flash drive or hard drives using FAT32/16/12 file system. •• If the Flash. 2. Select USB Flash Drive. Q-Flash Utility v1.05 Model Name : Z87M-D3HP BIOS Version : F1a BIOS Date : 03/28/2013 Flash Type/Size : - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 77
Step 4: During the POST, press to enter BIOS Setup. Select Load 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 - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 78
@BIOS server site, please manually download the BIOS update file from GIGABYTE's website and follow the instructions in "Update the BIOS without screen. Click Backup current image to save the currently used boot-up logo. Supported image formats include jpg, bmp, and gif. C. After Updating the BIOS - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 79
restart it by clicking the App Center icon on the Start menu. (Figure 2) Figure 2 (Note) Available applications in APP Center may differ by motherboard model. Supported functions of each application may also differ depending on motherboard specifications. - 79 - Unique Features - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 80
functions in EasyTune 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 result in damage to the hardware components such as CPU, chipset, and memory and reduce the useful life - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 81
Switch Disk Mode Switch allows you to switch the operating mode for your hard drive even after it's been installed with an operating system. Supported operating modes include IDE, AHCI, and RAID. You can select a disk mode and restart your computer after the selection. •• Native UEFI mode is not - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 82
EZ Smart Response A. System Requirements 1. An Intel® Chipset-based motherboard supporting this feature (Note 1) 2. Intel® Core series processor 3. Intel® SATA controller set to RAID mode 4. Intel® Rapid Storage Technology utility installed (Note 1) 5. A conventional SATA disk and - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 83
1. Intel® Rapid Start Technology enabled in BIOS Setup 2. An SSD with size larger than the total system memory 3. Windows 7 with SP1/Windows 8 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 and Intel® Rapid Start store - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 84
EZ Smart Connect A. System Requirements 1. Intel® Smart Connect Technology enabled in BIOS Setup 2. Windows 7 with SP1/Windows 8 3. Intel® Smart Connect Technology utility installed 4. Properly-working network connection 5. Programs added to the White List must be turned on (Note) B. Using EZ Smart - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 85
driver installed B. Using XHD Select XHD and click Create RAID 0 or Create RAID 1 based on your need. (Note 2) (Note 1) The XHD utility only supports the SATA connectors controlled by the Intel® Chipset. (Note 2) Except for the operating system drive, all data on other hard drive will be deleted - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 86
5-2-3 USB Blocker GIGABYTE USB Blocker provides you with an easy-to-use interface that allows you to block certain USB device types on your PC. Devices classes that are blocked will be ignored by the operating system. The USB Blocker Interface Using USB Blocker Select the class of USB device that - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 87
5-2-4 Smart TimeLock GIGABYTE Smart TimeLock allows users to effectively manage computer usage time with simple rules and options. The Smart TimeLock Interface Using Smart TimeLock Click the lock icon on the bottom left corner and enter the password . (Note) Set the time when a user can or cannot - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 88
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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 the - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 90
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-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 91
6-1-2 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. Configuring S/PDIF Out: On the Digital Output screen, click the Default Format tab and then select the sample rate and bit depth. Click OK to complete. - 91 - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 92
6-1-3 Configuring Microphone Recording Step 1: After installing the audio driver, the HD Audio Manager icon will appear in the notification area. Double-click the icon to access the HD Audio Manager. Step 2: Connect your microphone to the Mic in jack (pink) on the back panel or the Mic in jack ( - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 93
Step 5: To open the Sound Recorder, move the mouse cursor to the bottom left corner of the screen, click the Start icon to switch to the Start screen (or press the Windows button on the keyboard). Right-click on the screen and click the All apps icon on the bottom right corner of the screen to - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 94
. 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 - 94 - - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 95
6-2 Troubleshooting 6-2-1 Frequently Asked Questions To read more FAQs for your motherboard, please go to the Support & Downloads\FAQ page on . If your board doesn't have this jumper/button, refer to the instructions on the motherboard battery in Chapter 1. You can temporarily remove the battery - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 96
If you encounter any troubles during system startup, follow the troubleshooting procedure below to solve the problem. START Turn off memory slot. No Correctly insert the memory into the memory socket. Yes The problem is verified and solved. Insert the graphics card. Connect the ATX main power - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 97
verified 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. - 97 - Appendix - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 98
please contact your local government office, your household waste disposal service or where you purchased the product for details of environmentally safe may contact us at the Customer Care number listed in your product's user's manual and we will be glad to help you with your effort. Finally, we - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 99
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.us •• G.B.T. INC (USA) - Mexico Tel: +1-626-854-9338 x 215 (Soporte de habla hispano) FAX: +1-626-854-9326 Correo: [email protected] Tech. Support: http://rma.gigabyte.us Web address: http://latam.giga-byte.com •• Giga-Byte SINGAPORE PTE. LTD. - Singapore WEB address : http://www.gigabyte.sg - Gigabyte GA-Z87M-D3HP | User Manual - Page 104
You may go to the GIGABYTE website, select your language in the language list on the top right corner of the website. •• GIGABYTE Global Service System To submit a technical or non-technical (Sales/Marketing) question, please link to: http://ggts.gigabyte.com.tw Then select your language to enter
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GA-Z87M-D3HP
User's Manual
Rev. 1001
12ME-Z87MD3P-1001R