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GA-Z97X-Gaming GT User's Manual Rev. 1002 12ME-Z97XGGT-1002R - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 2
Motherboard GA-Z97X-Gaming GT Apr. 25, 2014 Motherboard GA-Z97X-Gaming GT Apr. 25, 2014 - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 3
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 Motherboard Revision The revision number on - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 4
Table of Contents Box Contents...6 Optional Items...6 GA-Z97X-Gaming GT Motherboard Layout 7 GA-Z97X-Gaming GT 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 - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 5
Recovery 2 105 5-2-7 USB Blocker...107 5-2-8 Smart Switch...108 5-2-9 Game Controller...109 Chapter 6 Appendix...111 6-1 Qualcomm® Atheros Killer Network Creative Software Suite 118 6-3 Troubleshooting 121 6-3-1 Frequently Asked Questions 121 6-3-2 Troubleshooting Procedure 122 6-4 Debug LED - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 6
Box Contents 55 GA-Z97X-Gaming GT motherboard 55 Motherboard driver disk 55 User's Manual 55 Quick Installation Guide 55 Four SATA cables 55 I/O Shield 55 One 2-Way SLI bridge connector 55 One 3-Way SLI bridge connector 55 One 4-Way SLI bridge connector 55 - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 7
TI Burr Brown® OPA2134 Qualcomm® Atheros Killer E2201 LAN SYS_FAN1 PCIEX1_1 PLX® PEX8747 PCIEX16_1 CPU_OPT CPU_FAN GAIN PCIEX8_1 GA-Z97X-Gaming GT PCIEX1_2 Intel® Z97 DDR3_4 DDR3_2 DDR3_3 DDR3_1 F_USB30 Marvell® 88SE9172 GSATA3 7 6 2 4 3 5 SATA3 CODEC PCIEX16_2 PCIEX1_3 PCIEX8_2 - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 8
GA-Z97X-Gaming GT Motherboard Block Diagram 2 PCI Express x8 or 2 PCI Express x8 or LGA1150 CPU CPU CLK+/- (100 MHz) DDR3 1600/1333 MHz Dual Channel Memory 1 PCI - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | 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-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 10
i5 processors/ 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® Z97 Express Chipset Memory Onboard Graphics Audio ŠŠ 4 x DDR3 DIMM - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 11
10 (SATA Express and SATA3 4/5 connectors can only be used one at a time.) Marvell® 88SE9172 chip: - 2 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors (GSATA3 6~7) - Support for RAID 0 and RAID 1 Chipset: - 4 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports (2 ports on the back panel, 2 ports available through the internal USB header) - 8 x USB - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 12
Game Controller - ON/OFF Charge - Smart TimeLock - Smart Recovery 2 - System Information Viewer - USB Blocker Support for Q-Flash Support for Smart Switch Support . * Please visit the Support & Downloads\Utility page on GIGABYTE's website to check the supported operating system(s) for the software - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | 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-Z97X-Gaming GT | 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-Z97X-Gaming GT | 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-Z97X-Gaming GT | 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-Z97X-Gaming GT | 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-Z97X-Gaming GT | 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-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 19
ready graphics cards of identical brand and chip and correct driver (Current GPUs that support 3-Way/4-Way CrossFire technology include the ATI Radeon™ HD 3800, HD 4800, differ by graphics cards and driver version. Refer to the manual that came with your graphics cards for more information about - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 20
DVI-D connection to this port. Optical S/PDIF Out Connector This connector provides digital audio out to an external audio system that supports digital optical audio. Before using this feature, ensure that your audio system provides an optical digital audio in connector. HDMI Port The HDMI port - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 21
drive, walkman, etc. Line Out Jack The line out jack. This jack supports audio amplifying function. For better sound quality, it is recommended that you connect 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 6, - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 22
data loss or damage may occur. •• After system restart, go to BIOS Setup to load factory defaults (select Load Optimized Defaults) or manually configure the BIOS settings (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," for BIOS configurations). Hardware Installation - 22 - F_USB30 F_USB30 F_ U F_ U F_ F_ - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 23
S3 S_ S_ B SS S SF B_ Audio Gain Control Switch This switch allows for audio gain control for the line-out jack on the back panel. Please make sure all of the dips are set in the same position and are set according to your headphone specification (actual effects may vary by the device being used). - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 24
1-9 Changing the Operational Amplifier Step 1: Use an IC extractor to carefully grip the IC's sides and extract it from the socket. Step 2: Align the notch on your OP chip with the notch on the socket and gently press the chip into the socket until seated. For purchasing the IC extractor and OP Chip - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 25
1-10 Internal Connectors 1 46 5 17 11 14 15 5 5 13 2 3 12 9 8 7 8 16 5 5 10 1) ATX_12V_2X4 2) ATX 3) ATX4P 4) CPU_FAN 5) SYS_FAN1/2/3/4/5 6) CPU OPT 7) SATA_EXPRESS 8) SATA3 0/1/2/3/4/5 9) GSATA3 6/7 10) F_PANEL 11) F_AUDIO 12) F_USB30 13) F_USB1/F_USB2/F_USB3 14) SPDIF_O 15) COMA 16) CLR_CMOS - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 26
1/2) A TX_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-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 27
U __ 3 B SS 1 _S S 1 23 F_ B SS S SF B_ F_ U S3 S_ S_ F_USB30 1 23 1 1 23 1 3) ATX4P (PCIe Power Connector) The power connector provide auxiliary power to the onboard PCI Express x16 slots. When two or more graphics cards are installed, we recomme1n2d3 that you connect the SATA power cable - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 28
S3 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 Definition GND Speed Control B SS S Sense VCC 1 23 U S_ SF B_ 7) SATA_EXPRESS (SATA Express CS on_nector) The SATA Express connector supports a single SATA Express device. S_ SATA Express and SATA3 4/5 connectors can only be used one at a time. Hardware Installation - 28 - - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 29
SATA 3Gb/s and SATA 1.5Gb/s standard. Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device. The Intel® Chipset supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, and RAID 10. Refer to Chapter 3, "Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s)," for instructions on configuring a RAID array. SATA3 1 0 7 7 G.QBOFM SATA3 3 2 54 Pin - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 30
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, Blue): Connects to the hard drive activity LED on the chassis front panel. The LED - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 31
8 No Pin 9 LINE2_L 9 Line Out (L) 10 Sense 10 NC B_ •• The front panel audio heaBdSerS supports HD audio by default. If your chassis provides an AC'97 front panel audio module, refe1r to the instructions on how to activate AC'97 functionality via the audio software in Chapter 6, "Configuring - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 32
prevent damage to the USB bracket. 14) SPDIF_O (S/PDIF Out Header) This header supports digital S/PDIF Out and connects a S/PDIF digital audio cable (provided by expansion digital audio cable, carefully read the manual for your expansion card. Pin No. Definition 1 SPDIFO 2 GND 1 Hardware Installation - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 33
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). - 33 - Hardware Installation - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 34
17) 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 level, or the CMOS values may not be accurate or may be lost. You may - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 35
when the power is turned on. To upgrade the BIOS, use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash or @BIOS utility. •• Q-Flash allows the user to quickly and easily . •• 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-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 36
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-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 37
2-2 The Main Menu A. Startup Guide (Default) The Startup Guide screen simplifies conventional complicated BIOS setup menus and presents only the most frequently used options in the easy-to-use interface. It helps first-time - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 38
> Increase the numeric value or make changes / Decrease the numeric value or make changes Switch to ST Mode or Startup Guide screen. Restore the previous BIOS settings for the current submenus Load the Optimized BIOS default settings for the current submenus - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 39
BIOS Setup Menus „„ M.I.T. Use this menu to configure the clock, frequency, and voltages of your CPU and memory, etc. Or check the system/CPU temperatures, voltages, and fan speeds. „„ System Information Use this menu to configure the default language used by the BIOS and system time and date. „„ - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 40
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-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 41
the CPU specifications. && Host/PCIe Clock Frequency (Note) Allows you to manually set the host clock frequency (which controls CPU, PCIe, and memory frequencies 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 - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 42
CPU Turbo Boost technology. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (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. BIOS Setup - 42 - - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 43
BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) && C3 State Support (Note) Allows you to determine whether to let the CPU enter C3 the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) && C6/C7 State Support (Note) Allows you to determine whether to let the CPU enter C6/C7 mode - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 44
. Disable Fast Boot Detect and train memory at every single boot. (Note) This item is present only when you install a CPU and a memory module that support this feature. BIOS Setup - 44 - - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 45
memory timing settings for each channel of memory. The respective timing setting screens are configurable only when Memory Timing Mode is set to Manual or Advanced Manual. Note: Your system may become unstable or fail to boot after you make changes on the memory timings. If this occurs, please reset - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 46
`` Advanced Voltage Settings `` Advanced Power Settings && CPU VRIN Loadline Calibration Allows you to set the Load-Line Calibration level for the CPU VRIN. The levels are (from highest to lowest): Extreme, Turbo, High, Medium, Low, and Standard. Selecting a higher level keeps the Vcore more - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 47
&& CPU VRIN Protection Allows you to set the voltage limit on the CPU VRIN voltage for over-voltage protection. The adjustable range is from 150.0mV to 500.0mV. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) && DDR CH(A/B) Voltage Protection Allows you to set the voltage - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 48
`` 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 "Close" at next boot. && Case Open Displays the detection status of - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 49
full speeds. && Fan Speed Percentage Allows you to control the fan speed. This item is configurable only when CPU Fan Speed Control is set to Manual. Options are: 0.75 PWM value /oC ~ 2.50 PWM value /oC. && CPU OPT Fan Speed Control (CPU_OPT Connector) Allows you to determine whether to enable the - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 50
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 Fan Speed Percentage item. Full Speed Allows the fan to run at full speeds. && Fan Speed - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 51
`` Miscellaneous Settings && PCIe Slot Configuration Allows you to set the operation mode of the PCI Express slots to Gen 1, Gen 2, or Gen 3. Actual operation mode is subject to the hardware specification of each slot. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) && - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 52
Information This section provides information on 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 - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 53
GPT partitioning, select the device prefixed with "UEFI:" string. Or if you want to install an operating system that supports GPT partitioning such as Windows 7 64-bit, select the optical drive that contains the Windows 7 64-bit installation disk and is prefixed with "UEFI:" string. && - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 54
Logo at system startup. Disabled skips the GIGABYTE Logo when the system starts up. (Default: Enabled) && Fast Boot Enables or disables Fast Boot to shorten the OS boot process. Ultra Fast provides the fastest bootup speed. (Default: Disabled) && VGA Support Allows you to select which type of - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 55
Allows you to select whether to enable the legacy option ROM for the LAN controller. (Default: Disabled) This item is configurable only when CSM Support is set to Always. && Storage Boot Option Control Allows you to select whether to enable the UEFI or legacy option ROM for the storage device - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 56
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-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 57
2-6 Peripherals && Initial Display Output Specifies the first initiation of the monitor display from the installed PCI Express graphics card or the onboard graphics. IGFX Sets the onboard graphics as the first display. PCIe 1 Slot Sets the graphics card on the PCIEX16_1 slot as the first - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 58
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 Auto EHCI. Note: This is the recommended mode when BIOS has xHCI preboot support. (Default) Auto BIOS routes the sharable ports to EHCI controller. - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 59
&& EHCI Hand-off Determines whether to enable EHCI Hand-off feature for an operating system without EHCI Hand-off support. (Default: Disabled) && USB Storage Devices Displays a list of connected USB mass storage devices. This item appears only when a USB storage device is installed. && Two Layer - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 60
: Enabled) && Hot plug Enables or disable the hot plug capability for each SATA port. (Default: Disabled) && External SATA Enables or disables support for external SATA devices. (Default: Disabled) `` Super IO Configuration This section provides information on the super I/O chip and allows you to - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 61
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-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 62
&& 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 the - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 63
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-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 64
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to "Chapter 1," "Hardware Installation," to identify the SATA controller for the SATA port. (For example, on this motherboard, the SATA3 0/1/2/3/4/5 ports are supported by the Intel® Z97 Chipset.) Then connect the power connector from your power supply to the hard drive. (Note 1) Skip this step if - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 66
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 Integrated SATA - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 67
UEFI RAID configuration. Step 1: In BIOS Setup, go to BIOS Features and set Windows 8 Features 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-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 68
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-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 69
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-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 70
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-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 71
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-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 72
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-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 73
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 - 13.0.0. - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 74
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-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 75
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. - 75 - Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s) - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 76
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-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 77
3-2 Configuring Marvell® 88SE9172 SATA Controller A. Installing SATA hard drive(s) in your computer Attach one end of the SATA signal cable to the rear of the SATA hard drive and the other end to available SATA port on the motherboard. The Marvell® 88SE9172 SATA controller controls the onboard - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 78
C. Configuring a RAID array in RAID BIOS Enter the RAID BIOS setup utility to configure a RAID array. Skip this step and proceed to the installation of Windows operating system for a non-RAID configuration. After the POST memory test begins and before the operating system boot begins, look for a - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 79
Create a RAID Array: Step 1: On the main screen, press on the RAID tab. Then the RAID Config menu appears (Figure 4). Press on the Create VD item. Marvell BIOS Setup (c) 2009 Marvell Technology Group Ltd. [ Adapter ] [ Devices ] [ RAID ] RAID Config Create VD Delete VD Wipe out - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 80
Step 3: On the Create VD menu (Figure 6), use the up or down arrow key to move the selection bar to select an item and press to display options. Set the required items in sequence and press the down arrow key to proceed to the next item. Sequence: 1. RAID Level: Select a RAID level. Options - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 81
When completed, the RAID tab will display the new array (Figure 8). Marvell BIOS Setup (c) 2009 Marvell Technology Group Ltd. [ Adapter ] [ Devices ] [ RAID ] [Virtual Disks] ID Name Size Level 0 GBT 152.4GB RAID0 [Physical Disks] Port Disk Name S0 SATA: WDC WD800JD-22LSA0 S1 - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 82
3-3 Installing the SATA RAID/AHCI Driver and Operating System With the correct BIOS settings, you are ready to install the operating system. A. Installing the Operating System For the Intel® Z97: As Windows 7 already include Intel® SATA RAID/AHCI driver, you do not need to install separate RAID/AHCI - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 83
For the Marvell® 88SE9172: Step 1: Copy the Marvell folder under BootDrv in the driver disk to your USB thumb drive. Step 2: Boot from the Windows setup disk and perform standard OS installation steps. When the screen requesting you to load the driver appears, select Browse. Step 3: Insert the USB - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 84
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 - 13.0.0.2075 Copyright - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 85
•• 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-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 86
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 - 13.0.0.2075 Copyright (C) Intel Corporation. All Rights - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 87
For the Marvell® 88SE9172: Turn off your computer and replace the failed hard drive with a new one. Restart your computer. To enable an automatic rebuild in the operating system, you have to set the new hard drive as a Spare drive in the RAID setup utility first. •• Enabling Automatic Rebuild - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 88
Activity Progress item, indicating that the RAID volume is being rebuilt. When completed, the status will display as Done. •• Manually Rebuilding RAID 1 in the Operating System You can manually rebuild a RAID 1 array without setting the new hard drive as a Spare drive in the RAID setup utility first - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 89
Chapter 4 Drivers Installation • Before installing the drivers, first install the operating system. (The following instructions use Windows 8.1 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-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 90
4-2 Application Software This page displays the apps that GIGABYTE develops and some free software. You can select the apps you want and the drivers on the driver disk. The Contact page provides contact information of the GIGABYTE Taiwan headquarter. You can click the URL on this page to link to the - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 91
BIOS chip. What is DualBIOS™? Motherboards that support DualBIOS have two BIOS onboard, a main BIOS system safety, users cannot update the backup BIOS manually. What is Q-Flash™? With Q-Flash you Flash Utility A. Before You Begin 1. From GIGABYTE's website, download the latest compressed BIOS - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 92
BIOS 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 . 2. Select USB Flash Drive. Q-Flash Utility v1.05 Model Name : Z97X-Gaming GT BIOS Version : F1b BIOS Date : 03/25/2014 Flash Type/Size : - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 93
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-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 94
the @BIOS server site, please manually download the BIOS update file from GIGABYTE's website and follow the instructions in "Update the BIOS without . 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-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 95
. On the Autorun screen, go to Application Software\Install GIGABYTE Utilities to install GIGABYTE App Center and the selected apps. Restart your computer after in APP Center may differ by motherboard model. Supported functions of each application may also differ depending on motherboard specifications. - - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 96
5-2-1 EasyTune GIGABYTE's EasyTune is a simple and easy-to-use interface that allows users 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, - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 97
5-2-2 System Information Viewer GIGABYTE System Information Viewer allows you to monitor and adjust the fan speed in the operating system. You can also display the hardware monitor information on - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 98
5-2-3 EZ Setup The GIGABYTE EZ Setup utility includes the following 'EZ' setups applications 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 - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 99
EZ Smart Response A. System Requirements 1. An Intel® Chipset-based motherboard supporting this feature 2. Intel® Core series processor 3. Intel® SATA controllers set to RAID mode 4. Intel® Rapid Storage Technology utility installed (Note 1) 5. A conventional SATA disk and an - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 100
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/Windows 8.1 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-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 101
EZ Smart Connect A. System Requirements 1. Intel® Smart Connect Technology enabled in BIOS Setup 2. Windows 7 with SP1/Windows 8/Windows 8.1 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. - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 102
XHD With GIGABYTE XHD (Note 1), users can quickly configure a RAID-ready system for RAID 0 or RAID 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 - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 103
5-2-4 Fast Boot Through the simple GIGABYTE Fast Boot (Note 1) interface, you can enable or button, the system will restart and enter BIOS Setup immediately. (Note 1) This function is supported by Windows 8.1/8 only. (Note 2) For more details about this function, refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 104
5-2-5 Smart TimeLock GIGABYTE Smart TimeLock allows you to effectively manage computer or Internet usage time with simple rules and options. The Smart TimeLock Interface Using Smart TimeLock Click - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 105
recover your system from the backup image •• Smart Recovery 2 only supports NTFS file system. •• You need to select the destination partition the backup and enter the user name and password. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete. Recovering a file: Click the File Recovery button on the main - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 106
to proceed with the restore immediately or later. Once you respond "Yes" the system will restart to the Windows recovery environment. Follow the onscreen instructions to restore your system. All of your files and programs will be deleted and replaced with those on the selected backup. If needed, be - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 107
5-2-7 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 - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 108
5-2-8 Smart Switch GIGABYTE Smart Switch provides you with the conventional Windows start menu, allowing you to easily access to the apps that you frequently use. You can also - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 109
5-2-9 Game Controller GIGABYTE Game Controller allows you to define your own hotkeys and change the mouse sensitivity, helping you make the most out of your keyboard and mouse in games. The Game Controller Interface Using Game Controller: •• Hot Key: Create macro commands and define your own - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 110
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screen, you can set the priority for an application or online game to use the bandwidth to access the Internet. To change the priority, use the drop-down menu below the application's/game's icon to select a priority level. You can change the upload and - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 112
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-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 113
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-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 114
6-2-2 Configuring S/PDIF Out The S/PDIF Out jack can transmit audio signals to an external decoder for decoding to get the best audio quality. 1. Connecting a S/PDIF Out Cable: Connect a S/PDIF optical cable to an external decoder for transmitting the S/PDIF digital audio signals. Connects to a S/ - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 115
6-2-3 Configuring Microphone Recording Step 1: Switch to Windows desktop mode. 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 on the back panel or the Mic in jack on the front - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 116
Step 5: To open the Sounder 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). Click the icon on the bottom left corner of the screen to access the Apps screen. Step 6: On this - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 117
. 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. - 117 - Appendix - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 118
which you want to enable the EAX effects and add it to the right panel. You will see the EAX effects are enabled when the game is launched. Sound Blaster X-Fi MB3 Go to Apps>Creative to open the Sound Blaster X-Fi MB3. Music: This page allows you to save your - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 119
originally intended and adds an enhanced level of realism for movies and games. • SURROUND Provides immersion control to enhance the natural sense of audio noise in the listening environment. • SMART VOLUME Addresses the problem of abrupt volume level changes during playback and between songs by - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 120
EAX EFFECTS & EQ: This panel allows you to enable EAX effects and adjust the strength of certain frequencies for your audio signals. ADVANCED SETTING: This page allows you to set the output device to speakers or headphones and set up your speaker/headphone configurations. (Note: Speakers and - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 121
6-3 Troubleshooting 6-3-1 Frequently Asked Questions To read more FAQs for your motherboard, please go to the Support & Downloads\FAQ page on GIGABYTE's 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 - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 122
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-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 123
& Exit Setup" to save changes and exit BIOS Setup. The problem is verified and solved. Turn off the computer and connect the hard 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-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 124
initialization. IOH PEI initialization. PCH PEI initialization. Reserved. DXE Core is started. NVRAM initialization. Installation of the PCH runtime services. CPU DXE initialization is started. PCI host bridge initialization is started. IOH DXE initialization. IOH SMM initialization. Reserved. PCH - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 125
Setup is started. Reserved. Wait user command in BIOS Setup. Reserved. Issue Ready To Boot event for OS Boot. Boot to Legacy OS. Exit Boot Services. Runtime AP installation begins. Runtime AP installation ends. Legacy Option ROM initialization. System reset if needed. - 125 - Appendix - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 126
Code B4 B5 B6 B7 B8~BF C0~CF Description USB device hot plug-in. PCI device hot plug. Clean-up of NVRAM. Reconfigure NVRAM settings. Reserved. Reserved. S3 Resume Code E0 E1 E2 E3 Recovery Code F0 F1 F2 F3 F4 F5~F7 Error Code 50~55 56 57 58 59 5A 5B 5C~5F D0 D1 Description S3 Resume is started ( - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 127
Code D2 D3 D4 D5 D6 D7 D8 D9~DA DB DC DE~DF E8 E9 EA EB EC~EF F8 F9 FA FB~FF Description PCH initialization error. Some of the Architectural Protocols are not available. PCI resource allocation error. Out of Resources. No Space for Legacy Option ROM initialization. No Console Output Devices are - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 128
product. Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) Directive Statement GIGABYTE products have not intended to add and safe from 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-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 129
. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 130
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City 231,Taiwan TEL: +886-2-8912-4000 FAX: +886-2-8912-4005 Tech. and Non-Tech. Support (Sales/Marketing) : http://esupport.gigabyte.com 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: +1-626-854-9326 Tech - Gigabyte GA-Z97X-Gaming GT | User Manual - Page 132
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GA-Z97X-Gaming GT
User's Manual
Rev. 1002
12ME-Z97XGGT-1002R