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GA-X79-UD3 User's Manual Rev. 1001 12ME-X79UD3-1001R - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 2
Motherboard GA-X79-UD3 Oct. 28, 2011 Motherboard GA-X79-UD3 Oct. 28, 2011 - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 3
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 for technical - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 4
X79-UD3 Motherboard Layout 7 GA-X79-UD3 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 - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 5
59 3-1 Installing Chipset Drivers 59 3-2 Application Software 60 3-3 Technical Manuals 60 3-4 Contact...61 3-5 System...61 3-6 Download Center 62 3-7 New Utilities...62 Chapter 4 Unique Features 63 4-1 Xpress Recovery2 63 4-2 BIOS Update Utilities 66 4-2-1 Updating the BIOS with the Q-Flash - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 6
Box Contents GA-X79-UD3 motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual Quick Installation Guide Four SATA cables I/O Shield One 2-Way SLI bridge connector One 3-Way SLI bridge connector One 4-Way SLI bridge connector One 2-Way CrossFireX bridge connector The - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 7
GA-X79-UD3 Motherboard Layout CPU_FAN KB_MS_USB R_SPDIF SYS_FAN1 USB_ESATA2 USB_ESATA1 ATX_12V_2X4 LGA2011 R_USB30 USB_LAN Fresco FL1009 Marvell 88SE9172 AUDIO PCIEX16_1 Intel® GbE LAN PCIEX_1 CODEC PCIEX8_1 PCIEX1_2 iTE IT8728 PCIEX16_2 PCI DDR3_4 DDR3_2 BAT M_BIOS B_BIOS GA-X79-UD3 - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 8
GA-X79-UD3 Motherboard Block Diagram 1 PCI Express x16 2 PCI Express x8 1 PCI 1 PCI Express x16 Express x8 or LGA2011 CPU CPU CLK+/- (100 MHz) DDR3 2133/1866/1600/1333/1066 MHz 4 Channel Memory PCIe CLK (100 MHz) x16 x8 x16 x8 Switch PCI Express Bus 2 USB 3.0/2.0 2 USB 3.0/2.0 PCIe CLK ( - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 9
manual and follow these procedures: •• Prior to installation, make sure the chassis is suitable for the motherboard. •• Prior to installation, do not remove or break motherboard com- ponents such as a motherboard, CPU or memory. If you do not have a problem related to the use of the - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 10
CPU ŠŠ Support for Intel® Core™ i7 processors in the LGA2011 package (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) ŠŠ L3 cache varies with CPU Chipset ŠŠ Intel® X79 Express Chipset Memory Audio ŠŠ 4 x 1.5V DDR3 DIMM sockets supporting up to 32 GB of system memory to x8 mode. (All - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 11
through the internal USB header) 1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector 1 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector 6 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors 4 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors 1 x CPU fan header 4 x system fan headers 1 x front panel header 1 x front panel audio header 1 x S/PDIF Out header 3 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 12
Features ŠŠ Support for @BIOS ŠŠ Support for Q-Flash ŠŠ Support for Xpress BIOS Rescue ŠŠ Support for Download Center ŠŠ Support for Xpress Install ŠŠ Support for Xpress Recovery2 ŠŠ Support for EasyTune * Available functions in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model. ŠŠ Support for - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 13
the CPU, graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc. 1-3-1 Installing the CPU A. Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the CPU. LGA2011 CPU Socket Alignment Key Alignment Key Pin One Corner of the CPU Socket Alignment Key Alignment Key LGA2011 CPU Notch - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 14
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 plastic - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 15
CPU cooler on the motherboard. (Actual installation process may differ depending the CPU cooler to be used. Refer to the user's manual for your CPU and the other to tighten the screws in a diagonal sequence with a screw driver. Begin tightening a screw with a few turns and repeat with the screw - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 16
one direction. If you are unable to insert the memory, switch the direction. 4 Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides four DDR3 memory sockets and supports 4 Channel Technology. After the memory is installed, the BIOS will automatically detect the specifications and capacity of the - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 17
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 modules in the memory sockets. Step 1: Note the orientation of the memory module. Spread the retaining clips at - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 18
install an expansion card: •• Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Carefully read the manual that came with your expansion card. •• If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to make any required BIOS changes for your expansion card(s). 777 Install the driver provided with the expansion card - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 19
support Windows 7 and Vista operating systems - A CrossFireX/SLI-supported motherboard with two/three/four PCI Express x16 slots and correct driver graphics cards. Procedure and driver screen for enabling CrossFireX/SLI technology may differ by graphics cards. Refer to the manual that came with your - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 20
audio out to an external audio system that supports coaxial optical audio. Before using this feature, ensure that your audio system provides an coaxial digital audio remove the cable from your device and then remove it from the motherboard. •• When removing the cable, pull it straight out from the - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 21
to perform different functions via the audio software. Only microphones still MUST be 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 5, "Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio." - 21 - Hardware Installation - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 22
Connectors 43 1 4 9 12 13 16 4 17 14 2 15 5 6 7 10 8 11 4 1) ATX_12V_2X4 2) ATX 3) CPU_FAN 4) SYS_FAN1/2/3/4 5) SATA3 0/1 6) SATA2 2/3/4/5 7) GSATA3 6/7 8) GSATA3 8/9 9) BAT 10) CLR_CMOS 11) F_PANEL been securely attached to the connector on the motherboard. Hardware Installation - 22 - - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 23
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 . The 12V power connector mainly supplies power to the CPU. If the 12V power connector is not connected, the - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 24
orientation (the black connector wire is the ground wire). The motherboard supports fan speed control, which requires the use of a cooler with cables to the fan headers to prevent your CPU and system from overheating. Overheating may result in damage to the CPU or the system may hang. •• These fan - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 25
and are compatible with SATA 1.5Gb/s standard. Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device. The Intel X79 Chipset supports RAID 0, RAID 1, UG RAID 5, and RAID 10. Refer to Chapter 5, "Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s)," for instructions on configur- T ing a RAID array. G.QBOFM G.QBOFPMin No - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 26
compatible with SATA 3Gb/s and SATA 1.5Gb/s standard. Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device. The Marvell 88SE9172 chip supports RAID 0 and RAID 1. Refer to Chapter 5, "Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s)," for instructions on configuring a RAID array. G.QBOFM GSATA3 7 17 7 16 Pin No - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 27
(such as BIOS configurations, date, and time information) in values (e.g. date information and BIOS configurations) and reset the CMOS values 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 - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 28
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 is on when the hard drive is reading or writing data. •• RES (Reset Switch, Green - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 29
Header) The front panel audio header supports Intel High Definition audio (HD) and AC'97 audio. You may connect your chassis front panel audio module to this header. Make sure the wire assignments of the module connector match the pin assignments of the motherboard header. Incorrect connection - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 30
15 16 17 18 19 20 Definition D2+ D2GND SSTX2+ SSTX2GND SSRX2+ SSRX2VBUS No Pin Voltage measurement module(X58A-OC) PCIe power connector (SATA)(X58A-O When the system is in S4/S5 mode, only the USB ports routed to the F_USB1 header can sup- port the ON/OFF Charge function. •• Do not - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 31
TPM w/housing 20 Pin No. Definition 1 LCLK 2 GND 3 LFRAME 4 No Pin 5 LRESET 6 NC 7 LAD3 8 LAD2 9 VCC3 10 LAD1 BIO DB_PORT 1 Voltage measurement module(X58A-OC) P 2 Pin No. Definition 11 LAD0 12 GND PCIe power connector (SATA)(X58A-OC) 13 NC 14 ID 15 SB3V 16 SERIRQ 17 GND 18 NC 19 NC - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 32
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latest version of BIOS from the Internet and updates the BIOS. For instructions on using the Q-Flash and @BIOS utilities, refer to Chapter 4, "BIOS Update Utilities." •• Because BIOS flashing is potentially risky, if you do not encounter problems using the current version of BIOS, it is recommended - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 34
Logo screen will appear when the computer boots. Function Keys Function Keys: : POST SCREEN Press the key to skip the startup Logo. To turn off the startup Logo, refer to the instructions on the Full Screen LOGO Show item on page 51. : BIOS SETUP\Q-FLASH Press the key to - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 35
BIOS screen, you can use your mouse to move through the motherboard image and click to enter the function menu in each area for quick configuration. For example, pass your mouse arrow over the CPU and memory sockets and enter the System Tuning menu to configure CPU/memory frequency, memory timings - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 36
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 Use this menu to configure the default language used by the BIOS and system time and date. This menu also displays information on the devices - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 37
in system's failure 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 voltages. - 37 - BIOS Setup - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 38
fails to boot after overclocking, please wait for 20 seconds for automated system reboot, or clear the CMOS values to reset the board to default values. (Default: Disabled) && Host Clock Frequency Allows you to manually set the host clock frequency (which controls CPU, PCIe, and memory frequencies - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 39
at default value. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) && Real-Time CPU Ratio Control in OS (Note) Enabled allows you to make real-time changes to the CPU clock ratio in your operating system. (Default: Disabled) && Intel(R) Turbo Boost Technology (Note) Allows - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 40
. This feature only works for operating systems that support multi-processor mode. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) && CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) (Note 1) Enables or disables Intel CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) function, a CPU power-saving function in system halt state - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 41
to Profile1 or Profile2, this item will display the value based on the SPD data on the XMP memory. && Profile VTT Voltage The value displayed here is dependent on the CPU being used. (Note) This item is present only when you install a memory module that supports this feature. - 41 - BIOS Setup - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 42
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 the memory timings. If this occurs, please reset the board to default values by loading optimized defaults or clearing the CMOS values. BIOS Setup - 42 - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 43
`` Advanced Voltage Settings `` 3D Power Control - 43 - BIOS Setup - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 44
change the PWM phase according to the CPU load. The power-saving levels are ( response time for Vcore changes using four preset levels. Auto Lets the BIOS automatically Auto Lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting and sets V-droop following Intel specifications. (Default) - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 45
BIOS automatically configure this setting and sets V-droop following Intel specifications. (Default) +0.00mΩ~+6.00mΩ Adjusts the V-droop value. && CPU Channel D memory voltage for over-voltage protection. The adjustable range is from 150.0mV to 500.0mV. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 46
set the PWM frequency for Channel C and Channel D memory. The adjustable range is from 200.0KHz to 2500.0KHz. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) `` CPU Core Voltage Control This section provides CPU voltage control options. `` DRAM Voltage Control This section - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 47
boot. && Case Opened 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 status record, set Reset - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 48
CPU fan speed under the Slope PWM item. Disabled Allows the CPU fan to run at full speeds. && Slope PWM Allows you to control the system fan speed. This item is configurable only when 2nd System Fan Speed Control is set to Manual. Options are: 0.75 PWM value /oC ~ 2.50 PWM value /oC. BIOS - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 49
&& Isochronous Support Determines whether to enable specific streams within the CPU and Chipset. 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. (Default: Enabled) - 49 - BIOS Setup - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 50
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 all BIOS settings; the User level only allows you to make changes to certain BIOS settings - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 51
Hard Drive BBS Priorities submenu will be presented here. Removable storage devices that support GPT format will be prefixed with "UEFI:" string on the boot device list. To boot from an operating system that supports GPT partitioning, select the device prefixed with "UEFI:" string. Or if you want - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 52
PCIe Slot 2 Sets the graphics card on the PCIEX8_1 slot as the first display. PCIe Slot 3 Sets the graphics card on the PCIEX16_2 slot as the first display. PCIe a CPU that supports this feature. For more information about Intel CPUs' unique features, please visit Intel's website. BIOS Setup - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 53
to install a 3rd party add-in audio card instead of using the onboard audio, set this item to Disabled. && USB 2.0 Devices (Intel X79 Chipset) Enables or disables the USB 2.0 controllers integrated with the Intel X79 Chipset. (Default: Enabled) && Intel SATA Control Mode Enables or disables RAID for - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 54
the SATA controllers to AHCI 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. (Default) Disabled Disables the SATA controllers. BIOS Setup - 54 - - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 55
the SATA controllers to AHCI 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. (Default) Disabled Disables the SATA controllers. - 55 - BIOS Setup - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 56
of the AC power. Memory The system returns to . Note: you need an ATX power supply providing at least 1A time. (Default: Disabled) If enabled, set the date and time as following: Wake up day: Turn on the system at a specific time time system enters suspend. S1(CPU Stop Clock) Enables the - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 57
RAM turn off the computer in MS-DOS mode using the power button. Instant-Off seconds, the system will enter suspend mode. && Wake on LAN from S5 LAN. (Default: Enabled) && ErP Support Determines whether to let the system consume less Supported on Windows 7/Vista operating system only. - 57 - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 58
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 a device to boot immediately. Press on the device you select and select Yes to confirm. Your system - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 59
install the utilities. Or click No if you want to manually select the utilities to install on the Application Software page later. • For USB 2.0 driver support under the Windows XP operating system, please install the Windows XP Service Pack 1 or later. After installing the SP1 (or later), if - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 60
that GIGABYTE develops and some free software. You can click the Install button on the right of an item to install it. 3-3 Technical Manuals This page provides GIGABYTE's application guides, content descriptions for this driver disk, and the motherboard manuals. Drivers Installation - 60 - - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 61
3-4 Contact For the detailed contact information of the GIGABYTE Taiwan headquarter or worldwide branch offices, click the URL on this page to link to the GIGABYTE website. 3-5 System This page provides the basic system information. - 61 - Drivers Installation - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 62
3-6 Download Center To update the BIOS, drivers, or applications, click the Download Center button to link to the GIGABYTE website. The latest version of the BIOS, drivers, or applications will be displayed. 3-7 New Utilities This page provides a quick link to GIGABYTE's lately developed utilities - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 63
the operating system and drivers are installed. •• The At least 512 MB of system memory •• VESA compatible supported. •• RAID drives are not supported. •• GPT partitions are not supported. •• Hard drives larger than 2.2 TB are not supported. Installation and Configuration: Turn on your system to boot - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 64
top). Please note that if there is no enough unallocated space, Xpress Recovery2 cannot save the backup file. B. Accessing Xpress Recovery2 Boot from the motherboard driver disk to access Xpress Recovery2. When you see the following message: Press any key to startup Xpress Recovery2, press any key - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 65
D. Using the Restore Function in Xpress Recovery2 Select RESTORE to restore the backup to your hard drive in case the system breaks down. The RESTORE option will not be present if no backup is created before. E. Removing the Backup Step 1: If you wish to remove the backup file, select REMOVE. Step - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 66
allow you to update the BIOS without the need to enter MS-DOS mode. Additionally, this motherboard features the DualBIOS™ design, which enhances protection for the safety and stability of your computer by adding one more physical BIOS chip. What is DualBIOS™? Motherboards that support DualBIOS have - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 67
Utility v1.00 Model Name : X79-UD3 BIOS Version : F2a BIOS Date : 10/27/2011 Flash Type/Size : MXIC 25L6465E/6406E 8MB Update BIOS From Drive SaSveeleBcItODSetvoicDe rive Return to BIOS setup Flash Disk 3. Select the BIOS update file. Make sure the BIOS update file matches your motherboard model - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 68
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 6: Select Save & Exit Setup and press . And then select - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 69
. If the BIOS update file for your motherboard is not present on the @BIOS server site, please manually download the BIOS update file from GIGABYTE's website and follow the instructions in "Update the BIOS without Using the Internet Update Function" below. 2. Update the BIOS without Using the - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 70
making changes in Easy mode/Advanced mode, be sure to click 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 - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 71
resources. Directions for using Q-Share After installing Q-Share from the motherboard driver disk, go to Start>All Programs>GIGABYTE>Q-Share.exe to launch shared data folder Changes the data folder to be shared (Note) Updates Q-Share online Displays the current Q-Share version Exits Q-Share (Note - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 72
time for entering the operating system, delivering greater efficiency for daily use. Instructions: Select the Enable check box below the BIOS QuickBoot or OS QuickBoot item and then click Save to save the settings. SMART QuickBoost SMART QuickBoost features quick and effortless CPU overclocking - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 73
... Allows you to recover your system from the backup image •• Supported operating systems: Windows 7 and Vista. •• Smart Recovery 2 only supports NTFS file system. •• You need to select the destination partition in Settings the first time you use Smart Recovery 2. •• The Backup Now button will be - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 74
the time slider to select a time point. 4. Select a partition backup created on the selected time point Steps: 1. Restart your computer to boot from the original Windows installation disk. backup BIOS simultaneously, which can prevent loss of the data in case the system/hard drive fails. Instructions: - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 75
is required before you make any changes to the previous settings. SMART TimeLock SMART TimeLock allows users to effectively manage computer usage time with simple rules and options. Instructions (Note 3): Click the lock icon on the bottom left corner and enter the Smart 6™ password. Set the - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 76
A. Setting Up a RAID-Ready System Step 1: Configure the system BIOS Enter the system BIOS Setup program to enable RAID for the Intel SATA controllers. Step 2: Install the RAID driver and operating system The X.H.D utility supports Windows 7/Vista/XP. Before installing the operating system, you have - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 77
overclocking utility designed for system overclocking Step 1: The first time you launch Cloud OC options that include CPU, memory, graphics, and PCIe frequencies and mode. Bluetooth PAN (Personal Area Network) support is required. Available functions may differ by motherboard model. - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 78
Description Allows you to change CPU ratio, BCLK, memory speed, Vcore and memory voltages. Allows you to configure Integrated Peripherals settings. Allows you to configure Advanced BIOS Features. Enables QuickBoost utility. Provides quick and effortless CPU overclocking for novice and experienced - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 79
. (Note 2) Required when the SATA controller is set to AHCI or RAID mode. (Note 3) The X79 SATA RAID/AHCI driver does not support Windows XP 32-bit. To install Windows XP 64-bit, search for the installation instructions on the Support & Downloads\FAQ page on our website. (Note 4) When a RAID set is - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 80
and press to enter BIOS Setup during the POST (Power-On Self-Test). To create RAID, set Intel SATA Controller Mode under the Peripherals menu to RAID Mode (Figure 1) (AHCI mode by default). If you do not want to create RAID, set this item to IDE Mode or AHCI Mode. Step 2: Save changes and - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 81
a RAID array in RAID BIOS Enter the RAID BIOS setup utility to configure a RAID array. Skip this step and proceed with the installation of Windows operating system for a non-RAID configuration. Step 1: After the POST memory test begins and before the operating system boot begins, look for a message - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 82
press . Then, select a RAID level (Figure 4). RAID levels supported include RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10, and RAID 5 (the selections block size, press . Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology enterprise - SATA Option ROM - 3.0.0.1184 Copyright(C) 2003-11 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved. [ - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 83
Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology enterprise - SATA Option ROM - 3.0.0.1184 Copyright(C) 2003-11 Intel Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved. [ MAIN MENU ] 1. Create RAID Volume 2. Delete RAID Volume 3. Reset Menu To exit the RAID BIOS utility, press or select 4. Exit in - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 84
to abort. Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology enterprise - SATA Option ROM - 3.0.0.1184 Copyright(C) 2003-11 Intel Corporation. All Rights you wa[nHt tEoLdPel]ete "Volume0"? (Y/N) : [hi]-Select Deleting a volume will reset the disks to non-RAID. WARNING: ALL DISK DATA WILL BE DELETED. [ESC]- - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 85
Configuration submenu to RAID Mode (Figure 2) (AHCI mode by default). If you do not want to create RAID, set this item to IDE Mode or AHCI Mode. 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 - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 86
POST memory test begins and before the operating system boot begins, look for a message which says "Press + to enter BIOS Setup or to continue" (Figure 3). Press + to enter the RAID setup utility. Marvell 88SE91xx Adapter - BIOS Version 1.0.1.0025 PCIe x2 5.0Gbps Mode - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 87
left or right arrow key to move through tabs. [ Adapter ] Adapter 0 Marvell BIOS Setup (c) 2009 Marvell Technology Group Ltd. [ Devices ] [ RAID ] Vendor ID Device ID: BIOS Version: PCI Slot: IRQ Number: Raid Mode: 1B4B:91A2 1.0.1.0025 00 0A RAID0 RAID1 ENTER/SPACE: Select, ESC: Back - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 88
with an asterisk (Figure 6). Then press on NEXT. Marvell BIOS Setup (c) 2009 Marvell Technology Group Ltd. [ Adapter] [ Devices] [ quickly erase old data on the hard drives when creating the array. 4. Cache Mode: Select write-back or write-through cache. 5. VD Name: Enter an array - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 89
SiSLzieezSSve(AAeMTTl AAB::):::WW61R45DDAK2CC4IBD7WW80DD880000JJDD--2222LLSSAA00 Quick Init : NO Cache Mode : WriteBack VD Name : GBT Disk ID : 01 ASSIGNED ENTER/SPACE: Select, ESC: Back/Exit Figure 9 To exit the RAID BIOS utility, press on the main screen and press to confirm. Now, - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 90
to ignore. [ Adapter] Delete VD ID * 0 Marvell BIOS Setup (c) 2009 Marvell Technology Group Ltd. [ Devices] [ system. To install the utility, insert the motherboard driver disk, then go to Application Software\Install to IDE or AHCI mode, it is normal that you will not see the hard - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 91
at the "Where do you want to install Windows?" screen, select Load Driver. Step 2: Insert the motherboard driver disk and then browse to the location of the driver. The locations of the drivers are as follows: For the Intel X79: RAID/AHCI driver for Windows 32-Bit:\BootDrv\iRST\32Bit RAID/AHCI - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 92
will then automatically copy the driver files to the floppy disk. Press any key to exit when finished. Figure 3 (Note) The X79 SATA RAID/AHCI driver does not support Windows XP 32-bit. To install Windows XP 64-bit, search for the installation instructions on the Support & Downloads\FAQ page on our - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 93
screen, press to continue the driver installation. Windows Setup You have chosen to configure a SCSI Adapter for use with Windows, using a device support disk provided by an adapter manufacturer. Select the SCSI Adapter you want from the following list, or press ESC to return to - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 94
capacity than the old one.) For the Intel X79: Turn off your computer and replace the failed manually rebuild the array in the operating system (see the next page for more details). Intel Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved. [ MAIN MENU ] 1. Create RAID Volume 2. Delete RAID Volume 3. Reset - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 95
in the Operating System While in the operating system, make sure the Chipset driver and Intel Rapid Storage Technology Enterprise RAID Port Drivers have been installed from the motherboard driver disk. Then launch Intel Rapid Storage Technology enterprise from All Programs in the Start menu. Step - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 96
the new hard drive as a Spare drive in the RAID setup utility first. •• Enabling Automatic Rebuild Step 1: When the message "Press + to enter BIOS Setup or to continue" appears, press + to enter the RAID setup utility. On the main screen, press on the RAID tab - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 97
you have installed the Marvell RAID driver and Marvell Storage Utility from the motherboard driver disk. While in the operating system 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 - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 98
a telephone call over the Internet, and etc. all at the same time. A. Configuring Speakers (The following instructions use Windows 7 as the example operating system.) Step 1: After installing the audio driver, the HD Audio Manager icon will appear in the notification area. Double-click the icon to - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 99
tab. In the Speaker Configuration list, select Stereo, Quadraphonic, 5.1 Speaker, or 7.1 Speaker according to the type of speaker configuration you wish to set up. Then the speaker setup is completed. B. Configuring Sound Effect You may configure an audio environment on the Sound Effects tab - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 100
cable (either one) to the corresponding S/PDIF out connector as shown below and an external decoder for transmitting the S/PDIF digital audio signals. Connects to a S/PDIF optical cable Connects to a S/PDIF coaxial cable 2. Configuring S/PDIF Out: On the Digital Output(Optical) screen , (Note - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 101
, you get only 2-channel playback output (from the front speakers) when playing 2-channel stereo sources. You must play 4-, 5.1-, or 7.1- channel content to get 4-, 5.1-, or 7.1- channel audio effects. With Dolby Home Theater enabled, 2-channel stereo content will be transformed into multi-channel - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 102
5-2-4 Configuring Microphone Recording Step 1: After installing the audio driver, the HD Audio Manager icon will appear in the notification area. Double-click the icon to access the HD Audio Manager. Step 2: Connect your microphone to the Mic in jack (pink) on the back panel or the Mic in jack ( - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 103
, click Start, point to All Programs, point to Accessories, and then click Sound Recorder to begin the sound recording. * Enabling Stereo Mix If the HD Audio Manager does not display the recording device you wish to use, refer to the steps below. The following steps explain how to enable Stereo Mix - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 104
Start Recording button . 3. To stop recording audio, click the Stop Recording button . 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 - 104 - - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 105
. When the Add New Hardware Wizard appears, click Cancel. Then install the onboard HD audio driver from the motherboard driver disk or download the audio driver from GIGABYTE's website to install. For more details, go to the Support & Downloads\FAQ page on our website and search for "onboard HD - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 106
the CPU cooler power cable to the motherboard. Yes The problem is verified and solved. Check if the memory is installed properly on the 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 - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 107
changes and exit BIOS Setup. The problem is verified and solved. Turn off the computer and connect the IDE/SATA devices. Check if the system can boot successfully. Yes Reinstall the operating system. Reinstall other devices one by one (install one device at one time and then boot the system to - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 108
accurate in all respects at the time of printing. GIGABYTE cannot, however , all GIGABYTE motherboards fulfill European Union service or where you purchased the product for details of environmentally safe us at the Customer Care number listed in your product's user's manual and we will be glad to - Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 109
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.us •• G.B.T. INC (USA) - Mexico Tel: +1-626-854-9338 x 215 (Soporte de habla hispano) FAX: +1-626-854-9339 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-X79-UD3 | User Manual - Page 112
WEB address : http://www.gigabyte.kz 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
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GA-X79-UD3
User's Manual
Rev. 1001
12ME-X79UD3-1001R