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    G1.Sniper 5 User's Manual Rev. 1003 12ME-G1SINP5-1003R
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    Motherboard G1.Sniper 5 Apr. 12, 2013 Motherboard G1.Sniper 5 Apr. 12, 2013
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    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
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    5 Motherboard Layout 7 G1.Sniper 5 Motherboard Block Diagram 8 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 9 1-1 Installation Precautions 9 1-2 Product Specifications 10 1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler 13 1-3-1 Installing the CPU...13 1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler 15 1-4 Installing the Memory
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    System 78 Chapter 4 Drivers Installation 85 4-1 Chipset Drivers 85 4-2 Application Software 86 4-3 Information...86 Chapter 5 Unique Features 87 5-1 BIOS Update Utilities 87 5-1-1 Updating the BIOS with the Q-Flash Utility 87 5-1-2 Updating the BIOS with the @BIOS Utility 90 5-2 APP
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    Box Contents 55 G1.Sniper 5 motherboard 55 Motherboard driver disk 55 User's Manual 55 Quick Installation Guide 55 Six SATA cables ports 55 One GC-WB300D (including one antenna, one USB 2.0 cable, driver disk, and user's manual) 55 One IC extractor 55 Two operational amplifier chips (one onboard, one
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    G1.Sniper 5 Motherboard Layout KB_MS_USB COAXIAL ATX_12V_2X4 R_USB30 HDMI DP_HDMI HP_PWR CPU_OPT uPD720210 AUDIO Intel® GbE LAN SYS_FAN1 PCIEX16_1 PEX8747 PCIEX1_1 G1.Sniper 5 Qualcomm® Atheros Killer E2201 LAN PCIEX8_1 PCIEX1_2 B_BIOS BBIOS_LED MBIOS_LED M_BIOS PCIEX16_2 Creative
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    G1.Sniper 5 Motherboard Block 88SE9230 x1 x1 x1 x2 PCI Express Bus LAN1 RJ45 PCIe CLK Qualcomm® Atheros Killer (100 MHz) E2201 LAN LAN2 RJ45 Intel® GbE LAN phy x1 x1 USB 3.0/2.0 4 USB 3.0/2.0 6 USB 2.0/1.1 2 USB 3.0/2.0 Dual BIOS iTE® LPC Bus Super I/O PS/2 KB/Mouse Surround Speaker
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    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 uncertain about any installation steps or have a problem related to the use of the product, please consult a certified computer
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    ® processors in the LGA1150 package (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) ŠŠ L3 cache varies with CPU Chipset chip ŠŠ Support for Sound Blaster Recon3Di ŠŠ High Definition Audio ŠŠ 2/5.1-channel ŠŠ Support for S/PDIF Out LAN ŠŠ 1 x Qualcomm® Atheros Killer E2201 chip
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    88SE9230 chip: - 4 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors (GSATA3 6~9) supporting up to 4 SATA 6Gb/s devices - Support for RAID 0, RAID 1, and RAID 10 Chipset: - Up to 1 x power button 1 x reset button 1 x Clear CMOS button 2 x BIOS switches Voltage measurement points 1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse port 2 x HDMI ports 1
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    BIOS Support for DualBIOS™ PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.0, SM BIOS 2.6, ACPI 2.0a Support for Q-Flash Support for Xpress Install Support for APP Center * Available applications in APP Center may differ by motherboard model. Supported * Please visit GIGABYTE's website to check the supported operating system(s)
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    CPU 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
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    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
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    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 . Inadequately removing the CPU cooler may damage the CPU. - 15 - Hardware Installation
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    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 will
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    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
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    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
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    operating system -- A CrossFire/SLI-supported motherboard with two/three/four PCI Express x16 slots and correct driver -- Two/three/four CrossFire/SLI supply with sufficient power is recommended (Note 2) (Refer to the manual of your graphics cards for the power requirement) B. Connecting the Graphics
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    a maximum resolution of 3840x2160 but the actual resolutions supported depend on the monitor being used. •• When removing the cable connected to a back panel connector, first remove the cable from your device and then remove it from the motherboard. •• When removing the cable, pull it straight out
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    supported after you install motherboard drivers in OS. Only dual-display configurations are supported during the BIOS an external audio system that supports digital optical audio. Before using /Speaker Out Jack This audio output jack supports audio amplifying function. For better sound quality
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    failure during overclocking. The SB switch allows enabling of disabling or the Dual BIOS function. The LED indicator (MBIOS_LED/BBIOS_LED) shows which BIOS is active. Voltage measurement points(G1.Sniper 3) Voltage measurement points(G1.Sniper 3) DDIIPP 11 22 33 44 DDIIPP 11 22 33 44 DIP 1 234
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    points(G1.Sniper 3P) in No. Pin 1Voltage mVeSasAurement points(G1.Sniper 3) 1 Pin 1Voltage mVeAasXuGrement points(G1.Sniper 3) 2 Pin 1Voltage mVeIaOsuArement points(G1.Sniper 3) Pin 1Voltage mVeRasIuNreGment points(G1.Sniper 3) Pin 1Voltage mVeDasIuMreMment points(G1.Sniper 3) BIOS Switcher
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    6/7/8/9 10) F_PANEL 11) F_AUDIO 12) F_USB30_1/F_USB30_2 13) F_USB1/F_USB2 14) BAT 15) CLR_CMOS Read the following guidelines before connecting external devices: •• First make sure your devices cable has been securely attached to the connector on the motherboard. Hardware Installation - 24 -
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    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 (Only for 2x12-pin ATX) 3.3V (Only for 2x12-pin ATX) Pin No. 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 Definition 3.3V -12V GND PS_ON (soft On/Off)
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    15 7 VCC 8 VCC Voltage measurement points(G1.Sniper 3) 9 VCC 10 GND 11 GND 12 GND 13 +12V 14 +12V 15 +12V 4/5) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN1/SYS_FAN2/SYS_FAN3/SYS_FAN4/SYS_FAN5/SYS_FAN6/SYS_ FAN7 (Fan Headers) The motherboard the ground wire). The motherboard supports CPU fan speed control, which
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    6) CPU_OPT (Water Cooling CPU Fan Header) The fan header is 4-pin and possesses 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 function requires the use of a fan with fan
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    3Gb/s and SATA 1.5Gb/s standard. Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device. The Marvell® 88SE9230 chip supports RAID 0, RAID 1, and RAID 10. Refer to Chapter 3, "Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s)," for instructions on configuring a RAID array. GSATA3 9 8 7 7 G.QBOFM 7 6 1 1 G.QBOFM Pin
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    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):
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    - 11 10 6 SSTX1+ 7 GND 13 GND 14 SSTXBI2O+S Switcher (X58CAL-ORC_C) MOS 15 SSTX2- 1 16 GND 17 SSRX2+ CI DIS_ME GP15_CPTM_SATA (GA-IVB) F_USB30_1 8 D1- 18 SSRX2- age measurement points(G1.Sniper 3) TBPIOMS Switcher (SW4) 1 w/housing F_USB30_2 9 D1+ 19 PCIe Control1(0Z87X-UVPol17ta)0ge
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    cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the USB bracket. 14) 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
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    15) CLR_CMOS (Clear CMOS Jumper) Use this jumper to clear the BIOS configurations and reset the CMOS values to factory 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).
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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, "BIOS Update Utilities." •• Because BIOS flashing is potentially risky, if you do not encounter problems using the current version of BIOS, it is recommended
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    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
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    on the right of the screen or press to switch to the traditional BIOS Setup screen. B. Classic Setup In Classic Setup, you can press the arrow keys you can use your mouse to select the item you want. (Sample BIOS Version: F4a) Switch to Windows Mode Setup Menus Enter Q-Flash Select Default Language
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    program Capture the current screen as an image and save it to your USB drive Main Menu: Exit the BIOS Setup program Submenus: Exit current submenu 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
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    to boot. If this occurs, clear the CMOS values and reset the board to default values.) This section provides information on the BIOS version, CPU base clock, CPU frequency, memory frequency, total memory size, CPU temperature, Vcore, and memory voltage. `` M.I.T. Current Status This screen provides
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    ) && CPU Base Clock Allows you to manually set the CPU base clock in 0.01 Clock Frequency (Note) Allows you to manually set the host clock frequency (which controls when CPU Base Clock is set to Manual. && Processor Base Clock (Gear Ratio) supports this feature. For more information about Intel®
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    determine whether to enable the Intel® CPU Turbo Boost technology. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) && Turbo Ratio (1-Core Active is present only when you install a CPU that supports this feature. For more information about Intel® CPUs' unique features, please visit
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    CPU core frequency and voltage will be reduced during system halt state to decrease power consumption. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) && C3/C6 State Support (Note 1) Allows you to determine whether to let the CPU enter C3/C6 mode in system halt state. When
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    memory to increase memory performance and stability. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) && Rank Interleaving of the memory to increase memory performance and stability. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) (Note) This item is
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    the memory timings. If this occurs, please reset the board to default values by loading optimized defaults or clearing the CMOS values. `` Advanced Voltage Settings BIOS Setup - 42 -
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    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 limit on Channel A and Channel B memory voltage
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    ), High Perf (High Performance), Perf (Performance), Balanced, Mid PWR (Mid Power), and Lite PWR (Light Power). Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) `` CPU Core Voltage Control This section provides CPU voltage control options. `` Chipset Voltage Control
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    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
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    CPU/system temperature. When CPU/system temperature exceeds the threshold, BIOS will emit warning sound. Options are: Disabled (default), 60oC/ 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
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    at slow speeds. Manual Allows you to control Speed Control is set to Manual. Options are: 0.75 PWM at slow speeds. Manual Allows you to control Control is set to Manual. Options are: 0.75 PWM slow speeds. Manual Allows you to control Manual. Options are: 0.75 PWM value /oC ~ 2.50 PWM value /oC.
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    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 whether to enhance some legacy
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    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 date
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    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. BIOS Setup - 50 -
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    BIOS Setup program. (Default) && Full Screen LOGO Show Allows you to determine whether to display the GIGABYTE Logo at system startup. Disabled skips the GIGABYTE Fast Boot is set to Ultra Fast. && NetWork Stack Driver Support Disabled Disables booting from the network. (Default) Enabled
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    system to be installed. (Default: Other OS) && CSM Support Enables or disables UEFI CSM (Compatibility Support Module) to support a legacy PC boot process. Always Enables UEFI CSM. (Default) Never Disables UEFI CSM and supports UEFI BIOS boot process only. This item is configurable only
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    OS from the Windows Deployment Services server. (Default: Disabled) && Ipv4 PXE Support Enables or disables IPv4 PXE Support. This item is configurable at system startup and when entering BIOS Setup. However, the user password only allows you to make changes to certain BIOS settings but not all. To
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    (Intel® Z87 Chipset) Allows you to determine the operating mode for the xHCI 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 Auto, but it adds the capability to route the ports to xHCI
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    during the BIOS boot process. If BIOS does not have pre-boot support for the High Speed devices regardless of xHCI software support/availability. Manual Allows you to determine whether to Qualcomm® Atheros Killer E2201 LAN Chip, LAN1) Enables or disables the Qualcomm® Atheros Killer E2201 LAN
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    mode. Advanced Host Controller Interface (AHCI) is an interface specification that allows the storage driver to enable advanced Serial ATA features such as Native Command Queuing and hot plug. plug Enables or disable the hot plug capability for each SATA port. (Default: Disabled) BIOS Setup - 56 -
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    `` Intel(R) Smart Connect Technology && ISCT Support Enables or disables Intel® Smart Connect Technology. (Default: Disabled) `` Host Controller Interface (AHCI) is an interface specification that allows the storage driver to enable advanced Serial ATA features such as Native Command Queuing and hot
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    on upon the return of the AC power. Memory The system returns to its last known awake state upon the return of the AC power. BIOS Setup - 58 -
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    ) Move Move the mouse to turn on the system. Double Click Double click on left button on the mouse to turn on the system. - 59 - BIOS Setup
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    Defaults Press on this item and select Yes to load the optimal BIOS default settings. The BIOS defaults settings help the system to operate in optimum state. Always load the Optimized defaults after updating the BIOS or after clearing the CMOS values. && Boot Override Allows you to select
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    BIOS Setup. C. Configure a RAID array in RAID BIOS. (Note 1) D. Install the SATA RAID/AHCI driver hard drive. •• Windows 8/7 setup disk. •• Motherboard driver disk. •• A USB thumb drivev 3-1 Configuring (For example, on this motherboard, the SATA3 0/1/2/3/4/5 ports are supported by the Intel® Z87
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    the steps in "C-1." To enter the legacy RAID ROM, save the settings and exit BIOS Setup. Refer to "C-2" for more information. The BIOS Setup menus described in this section may differ from the exact settings for your motherboard. The actual BIOS Setup menu options you will see shall depend on the
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    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) Rapid Storage
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    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
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    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
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    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
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    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
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    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
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    Status Normal Bootable Yes Type/Status(Vol ID) Member Disk(0) Member Disk(0) [hi]-Select [ESC]-Exit Figure 14 [ENTER]-Select Menu To exit the RAID BIOS utility, press or select 6. Exit in MAIN MENU. Now, you can proceed to install the SATA RAID/AHCI
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    T3120026AS 3JT329JX 111.7GB Type/Status(Vol ID) Non-RAID Disk Non-RAID Disk [hi]-Select [ESC]-Exit [ENTER]-Select Menu Step 2: Figure 15 After entering the volume name, select Recovery under the RAID Level item and press (Figure 16). Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology - Option
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    manually Continuous: volume is updated automatically [hi]-Change [TAB]-Next [ESC]-Previous Menu Figure 18 [ENTER]-Select Step 5: Finally press on the Create Volume item to begin creating the Recovery Volume and follow the onscreen instructions to complete. - 71 - Configuring
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    ® IRST utility. In case you are unable to run the Intel® IRST utility due to an application error or operating system issue, you will need to remove acceleration or manually enable synchronization (Maximized mode only) using this option in the RAID ROM utility. Steps: Select Acceleration Options
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    enter the RAID configuration screen. Figure 1 The BIOS Setup menus described in this section may differ from the exact settings for your motherboard. The actual BIOS Setup menu options you will see shall depend on the motherboard you have and the BIOS version. - 73 - Configuring SATA Hard Drive
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    Disks Free Physical Disks HDD 0: ST95005620AS HDD 1: ST95005620AS Information Vendor ID : Device ID : Revision ID : BIOS Version : Firmware Version : PCIe Speed rate : Configure SATA as : Supported Mode : : 1B4B 9230 A0 20291.24369.82.6535 2.3.0.1046 5.0Gbps x2 AHCI Mode RAID 0 RAID
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    size. Options include 32 KB and 64 KB. 3. Name: Enter an array name with 1~10 letters (letters cannot be special characters). Marvell BIOS Setup (c) 2011 Marvell Technology Group Ltd. Configure -> Select free disksCreate Virtual Disk HBA 0 : Marvell 0 Virtual Disks Free Physical Disks * HDD
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    Device ID : Revision ID : BIOS Version : Firmware Version : PCIe Speed rate : Configure SATA as : Supported Mode : : 1B4B 9230 A0 , you may proceed to the installation of the SATA driver and operating system. Marvell BIOS Setup (c) 2011 Marvell Technology Group Ltd. Topology Information
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    prompted, press to confirm or to cancel (Figure 8). Marvell BIOS Setup (c) 2011 Marvell Technology Group Ltd. Topology HBA 0 : Marvell in the operating system. To install the utility, insert the motherboard driver disk, then go to Application Software\Install Application Software and select
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    BIOS settings, you are ready to install Windows 8/7. A. Installing Windows 8/7 For the Intel® Z87: As Windows 7 already include Intel® SATA RAID/AHCI driver, you do not need to install separate RAID/AHCI driver you install all required drivers from the motherboard driver disk using "Xpress Install
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    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
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    •• 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
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    Recovery Volume only) When two hard drives are set to Recovery Volume in Update on Request mode, you can restore the master drive data to the last the recovery drive in the operating system. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete and exit the RAID Configuration Utility. Intel(R) Rapid
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    to perform the rebuild, you must enter the GSATA RAID Configuration menu in BIOS Setup. Step 1: Press on GSATA RAID Configuration to access the * HDD 0: WDC WD1001FALS Rebuild Type : Status : Size : Feature Support : Current Speed : Model : SATA PD Unconfigured 931.5GB NCQ 3Gb
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    To resume the stopped rebuild process, enter the GSATA RAID Configuration menu in BIOS Setup again. Move the selection bar to the array to be rebuilt ( BGA Resume. Press again to continue the rebuild process. Marvell BIOS Setup (c) 2011 Marvell Technology Group Ltd. Topology HBA 0 : Marvell
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    Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s) - 84 -
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    , 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 "Tap to choose what happens with this disc" on the top-right
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    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 provides contact information of the GIGABYTE Taiwan headquarter. You can click the URL on this page to link to the
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    Chapter 5 Unique Features 5-1 BIOS Update Utilities GIGABYTE motherboards provide two unique BIOS update tools, Q-Flash™ and @BIOS™. GIGABYTE Q-Flash and @BIOS are easy-to-use and allow you to update the BIOS without the need to enter MS-DOS mode. Additionally, this motherboard features the DualBIOS
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    Name : G1.Sniper 5 BIOS Version : F1l BIOS Date : 03/30/2013 Flash Type/Size : Winbond 25X/Q Series 16MB Update BIOS From Drive SaSveeleBcItODSetvoicDe rive Return to BIOS setup USB Flash Drive 3. Select the BIOS update file. Make sure the BIOS update file matches your motherboard model. Step
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    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
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    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 Function" below. 2. Update the BIOS
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    system, check related udpates online, and download the apps, drivers, and BIOS. Running the APP Center Insert the motherboard driver disk. On the Autorun screen, go to Application Software\Install GIGABYTE Utilities to install GIGABYTE App Center and the selected apps. Restart your computer after
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    5-2-1 EasyTune GIGABYTE's EasyTune is a simple and easy-to-use interface that allows users 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
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    5-2-2 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
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    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 installed to the SATA disk. (Note 4) Regardless of the BIOS settings, be it IDE or AHCI mode, the system will be forced into RAID mode. Unique
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    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 it to ensure it can work normally. (Note) If the motherboard Chipset supports RAID, EZ Rapid Start will force the Intel® SATA controllers into
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    A. System Requirements 1. Intel® Smart Connect Technology enabled in BIOS Setup 2. Windows 7 with SP1/Windows 8 3. Intel® Smart Connect Select EZ Smart Connect. Under File Name, select the apps to be auto-updated by Smart Connect. Doubleclick the app to add it to the Application permission list. (
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    XHD With GIGABYTE XHD (Note 1), users . A. System Requirements 1. An Intel® Chipset motherboard supporting RAID 2. Intel® SATA controllers set to RAID 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
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    5-2-3 ON/OFF Charge2 GIGABYTE ON/OFF Charge2 Technology can automatically detect your mobile device displays it on the screen. Available functions may vary by device. If your mobile device does not support data sync, select Fast Charge/No Sync to enable a quick charge. •• Fast Charge: Automatically
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    5-2-4 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
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    network settings. It also displays your system information and CPU/memory usage. After installing the LAN driver, you can access the Qualcomm® Atheros Killer Network Manager in All apps>Qualcomm Atheros Killer Network Manager or click on the icon in the notification area (Note 1). Overview This page
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    motherboard driver disk and restarting your computer, the Killer Network Manager screen will automatically appear. The Bandwidth Test dialog box will pop up, notifying you that the Killer Network Manager will begin to measure the speed your Internet service more instructions on using the Killer
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    Audio Input and Output 6-2-1 Configuring 2/5.1-Channel Audio The motherboard supports 2/5.1-channel audio. Refer to the following for speaker configurations / Speaker Out 6-2-2 Creative Software Suite After installing the audio driver, you can find the Creative Software Suite in All apps
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    experience. The Crossover Frequency feature is available only when a 2-channel stereo speaker system is installed. • Smart Volume: Addresses the problem of abrupt volume level changes during playback and between songs by automatically and continuously measuring volume, and intelligently applying
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    connected devices, you can select 5.1 Surround, Stereo, or Headphones. If a 5.1-channel configuration is set, you can cancel or open a specific speaker manually. MIXER: This page allows you to increase or decrease the playback and recording volumes for your input/output device. - 105 - Appendix
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    EQUALIZER: This panel allows you to adjust the strength of certain frequencies for your audio signals. ADVANCED FEATURES: This page allows you to play stereo mix to digital output. You can output the mixed audio signals simultaneously to the speakers and S/PDIF out to obtain 2-channel sound. (Note:
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    Playback tab, right-click on SPDIF Out, select Set as Default Device, and then open the Properties dialog box. Step 3: You can go to the Supported Formats tab to select the formats to be decoded or the Advanced tab to select the sample rate and bit depth. - 107 - Appendix
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    6-2-4 Configuring Audio Recording You can record the sound from the microphone or Line in device or record the sound from your computer. 1. Configuring your microphone: Step 1: Connect your microphone to the Mic in jack (pink) on the back panel or the Mic in jack (pink) on the front panel. Note: The
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    Step 2: Right-click on the icon in the notification area and select Recording devices. Step 3: On the Recording tab, right-click on Line-In, and select Set as Default Device. 3. Recording the sound from your computer: Step 1: While in the operating system, right-click on the icon in the notification
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    . Be sure to save the recorded audio file upon completion. B. Playing the Recorded Sound You can play your recording in a digital media player program that supports your audio file format. Appendix - 110 -
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    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 website. Q: Why is the light of my keyboard/optical mouse still on after the computer shuts down? A: Some motherboards instructions on the motherboard
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    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
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    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
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    Codes Regular Boot Code 10 11 12~14 15 16~18 19 1A~2A 2B~2F 31 DXE Core is started. NVRAM initialization. Installation of the PCH runtime services. CPU DXE initialization is started. PCI host bridge initialization is started Selection) from DXE. Issue event to connect drivers. Appendix - 114 -
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    . Activated all currently connected SCSI devices. Verify password if needed. BIOS 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
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    for future AMI progress codes. Description Memory initialization error occurs. Invalid CPU type or speed. CPU mismatch. CPU self test failed or possible CPU cache error. CPU micro-code is not found or micro-code update is failed. Internal CPU error. Reset PPI is failed. Reserved. CPU initialization
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    Protocols are not available. PCI resource allocation error. Out of Resources. No Space for Legacy Option ROM initialization. No Console Output Devices are found. No Console Input Devices are found. It is an invaild password. Can't load Boot Option. Flash update is failed. Reset protocol is failed
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    errors or omissions in this text. Also note that the information in this document is subject to change without notice and should not be construed as a commitment by GIGABYTE. Our Commitment to Preserving the Environment In addition to high-efficiency performance, all GIGABYTE motherboards manual and
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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://ggts.gigabyte.com.tw WEB address (English): http://www.gigabyte.com WEB address (Chinese): http://www.gigabyte.tw •• G.B.T. INC. - U.S.A. TEL: +1-626-854-9338 FAX: +1-626-854-9326 Tech
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    , select your language in the language list on the top right corner of the website. •• GIGABYTE Global Service System To submit a technical or non-technical (Sales/Marketing) question, please link to: http://ggts.gigabyte.com.tw Then select your language to enter the system. Appendix - 120 -
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G1.Sniper 5
User's Manual
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