Gigabyte GA-6UASL1 User manual

GA-6UASL series
LGA1155 socket motherboard for Intel®Core™i3 processors/
Intel®E3®series processors
User's Manual
Rev. 1001

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Table of Contents
Box Contents...................................................................................................................4
GA-6UASL1 Motherboard Layout....................................................................................5
Chapter 1 Hardware Installation .....................................................................................7
1-1 Installation Precautions.................................................................................... 7
1-2 ProductSpecications...................................................................................... 8
1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler .......................................................................................11
1-4 Installing the Memory..................................................................................... 12
1-4-1 DualChannelMemoryConguration .....................................................................12
1-4-2 Installing a Memory ...............................................................................................13
1-5 Back Panel Connectors.................................................................................. 14
1-6 Internal Connectors........................................................................................ 16
1-7 Jumper Setting............................................................................................... 25
Chapter 2 BIOS Setup ..................................................................................................29
2-1 The Main Menu .............................................................................................. 31
2-2 Advanced Menu ............................................................................................. 33
2-2-1 ProcessorConguration.........................................................................................34
2-2-2 MemoryConguration ............................................................................................38
2-2-3 AdvancedChipsetConguration............................................................................39
2-2-4 ACPIConguration.................................................................................................40
2-2-5 SATAControllerConguration................................................................................41
2-2-6 PCIConguration ...................................................................................................42
2-2-7 USBConguration..................................................................................................44
2-2-8 LegacyDeviceConguration..................................................................................45
2-2-9 PowerConguration...............................................................................................46
2-2-10 Console Redirection ...............................................................................................47
2-2-11 Hardware Monitor...................................................................................................49
2-3 Security Menu ................................................................................................ 50
2-4 Server Management Menu............................................................................. 52
2-4-1 System Information ........................................................................................ 53
2-4-2 EventLogConguration................................................................................. 54
2-5 Boot Option Menu .......................................................................................... 56
2-6 Boot Manager................................................................................................. 58
2-7 Exit Menu ....................................................................................................... 59

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Box Contents
GA-6UASL1 motherboard
Driver CD
Two SATA cables
I/O Shield
•The box contents above are for reference only and the actual items shall depend on the product package you obtain.
The box contents are subject to change without notice.
•The motherboard image is for reference only.

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GA-6UASL1 Motherboard Layout

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Item Code Description
1 PCI PCI slot (32bit/33MHz)
2 CASE_OPEN1 Case open intrusion connector
3 PCIE3 PCI-E slot 3 (x4 slot)
4 PCIE2 PCI-E slot 2 (x8 slot)
5 PCIE1 PCI-E slot 1 (x16 slot)
6 AUDIO1 (Optional) Audio jacks
7 R_USB1 Rear USB connector
8 USB_LANA1 USB connectors and LAN connector
9 USB_LANB1 USB connectors
10 VGA1 VGA port
11 COM1 Serial port
12 FAN4 System fan cable connector
13 CPU1 Intel LGA1155 socket
14 VBoot_SEL Vcore voltage test jumper
15 P2_CPU1 8 pin power connector
16 NMI_BTN1 NMI button
17 FAN1 CPU fan cable connector
18 PWR_DET1 Power management connector
19 DIMM1B DIMM slot (channel B-1 )
20 DIMM1A DIMM slot (channel A-1 )
21 DIMM2B DIMM slot (channel B-2 )
22 DIMM2A DIMM slot (channel A-2 )
23 BAT1 Battery socket
24 P1 24 pin power connector
25 ME_F_JP1 ME recovery jumper
27 BIOS_JP1 BIOS recovery jumper
28 CLR_CMOS1 Clear CMOS jumper
29 SATA0~5 SATA cable connectors
30 USB1 USB connector
31 USB2 USB connector
32 USB_A1 Type A USB connector
33 SGPIO1 SGPIO connector
34 HDD_LED1 HDD LED
35 F_PANEL2 Front panel cable connector
36 TPM_1 TPM connector
37 COM2 Serial cable connector

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1-1 Installation Precautions
The motherboard contains numerous delicate electronic circuits and components which can
become damaged as a result of electrostatic discharge (ESD). Prior to installation, carefully read
the user's manual and follow these procedures:
• Prior to installation, do not remove or break motherboard S/N (Serial Number) sticker or
warranty sticker provided by your dealer. These stickers are required for warranty validation.
• Always remove the AC power by unplugging the power cord from the power outlet before
installing or removing the motherboard or other hardware components.
• When connecting hardware components to the internal connectors on the motherboard,
make sure they are connected tightly and securely.
• When handling the motherboard, avoid touching any metal leads or connectors.
• It is best to wear an electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap when handling electronic com-
ponents such as a motherboard, CPU or memory. If you do not have an ESD wrist strap,
keep your hands dry and rst touch a metal object to eliminate static electricity.
• Prior to installing the motherboard, please have it on top of an antistatic pad or within an
electrostatic shielding container.
• Before unplugging the power supply cable from the motherboard, make sure the power sup-
ply has been turned off.
• Before turning on the power, make sure the power supply voltage has been set according to
the local voltage standard.
• Before using the product, please verify that all cables and power connectors of your hard-
ware components are connected.
• To prevent damage to the motherboard, do not allow screws to come in contact with the
motherboard circuit or its components.
• Make sure there are no leftover screws or metal components placed on the motherboard or
within the computer casing.
• Do not place the computer system on an uneven surface
.
• Do not place the computer system in a high-temperature environment.
• Turning on the computer power during the installation process can lead to damage to sys-
tem components as well as physical harm to the user.
• If you are uncertain about any installation steps or have a problem related to the use of the
product, please consult a certied computer technician.
Chapter 1 Hardware Installation

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1-2 ProductSpecications
CPU Support for Intel®Core™i3 processors/Intel®Xeon®E3 series processors in the
LGA1155 package
L3 cache varies with CPU
Chipset Intel®BD82C202 (Cougar Point) PCH
Memory 4 x 1.5V DDR3 DIMM sockets supporting up to 32 GB of system memory
* Due to Windows 32-bit operating system limitation, when more than 4 GB of physical
memory is installed, the actual memory size displayed will be less than 4 GB.
Dual channel memory architecture
Support for DDR3 1333/1066 MHz memory modules
Support for ECC memory modules
Audio
(optionl)
Realtek ALC662 codec
High Denition Audio
2/4/5.1-channel
LAN 1 x Intel®82579LM supports 10/100/1000 Mbps
1 x Intel®82574L supports 10/100/1000 Mbps (Optional/GA-6UASL2)
2 x Intel®82574L supports 10/100/1000 Mbps (Optional/GA-6UASL3)
Expansion Slots 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, running at x16 (PCIE1)
* For optimum performance, if only one PCI Express graphics card is to be installed,
be sure to install it in the PCIEX16 slot.
1 x PCI Express x8 slot, running at x8 (PCIE2)
1 x PCI Express x4 slots
(All PCI Express slots conform to PCI Express 2.0 standard.)
1 x PCI slot
Onboard
Graphics
XGI Z9s supports 64MB VRAM
Storage Interface 6 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors
Support for Intel IRST SATA RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 10
USB Up to 10 USB 2.0/1.1 ports (6 on the back panel, 3 via the USB brackets
connected to the internal USB headers/GA-6UASL1)
1 x Type A USB connector

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Internal
Connectors
1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector
1 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector
6 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors
1 x CPU fan header
1 x system fan header
1 x NMI switch
1 x front panel header
1 x audio header*
3 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers
1 x serial port header
Back Panel
Connectors
6 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (GA-6UASL1/2)
1 x RJ-45 port (GA-6UASL1)
2 x RJ-45 port (GA-6UASL2)
1 x COM port
1x VGA port
 3 x audio jacks (Side Speaker Out/Line In/Line Out/Microphone)*Optional
I/O Controller iTE IT8728 chip
Hardware
Monitor
System voltage detection
CPU/System temperature detection
CPU/System/Power fan speed detection
CPU overheating warning
CPU/System/Power fan fail warning
CPU/System fan speed control
* Whether the CPU/system fan speed control function is supported will depend on
the CPU/system cooler you install.
BIOS 1 x 64 Mbit ash
AMI BIOS
Form Factor Micro ATX Form Factor; 9.6 inch x 9.6 inch
* GIGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to the product specications and product-related information
without prior notice.

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Step 1:
Gently press the CPU socket lever handle down
and away from the socket with your nger. Then
completely lift the CPU socket lever and the metal
load plate will be lifted as well.
Step 3:
Hold the CPU with your thumb and index ngers.
Align the CPU pin one marking (triangle) with the
pin one corner of the CPU socket (or you may
align the CPU notches with the socket alignment
keys) and gently insert the CPU into position.
Step 5:
Push the CPU socket lever back into its locked
position.
Step 4:
Once the CPU is properly inserted, use one
hand to hold the socket lever and use the other
to lightly replace the load plate. When replacing
the load plate, make sure the front end of the
load plate is under the shoulder screw.
NOTE:
Hold the CPU socket lever by the handle, not the
lever base portion.
Step 2:
Remove the CPU socket cover as shown. Hold
your index finger down on the rear grip of the
socket cover and use your thumb to lift up the
front edge (next to the "REMOVE" mark) and
then remove the cover. (DO NOT touch socket
contacts. To protect the CPU socket, always re-
place the protective socket cover when the CPU
is not installed.)
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 power plug to prevent any damage to prevent damage to the CPU.

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1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler
Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU cooler on the motherboard. (The following procedure uses
Intel®boxed cooler as the example cooler.)
Use extreme care when removing the CPU cooler because the thermal grease/tape between the
CPU cooler and CPU may adhere to the CPU. Inadequately removing the CPU cooler may damage
the CPU.
Step 1:
Apply an even and thin layer of thermal paste on
the surface of the installed CPU.
Male Push
Pin
Female
Push Pin
The Top
of Female
Push Pin
Direction of the
Arrow Sign on
the Male Push
Pin
Step 2:
Before installing the cooler, note the direction of
the arrow sign on the male push pin. (Turning
the push pin along the direction of the arrow is
for removing the cooler, and the opposite
direction is for installing it..)
Step 3:
Place the cooler atop the CPU, aligning the four
push pins through the pin holes on the mother-
board. Push down on the push pins diagonally.
Step 4:
You should hear a "click" 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 moth-
erboard. If the push pin is inserted as the picture
above shows, the installation is complete.
Step 6:
Finally, attach the power connector of the CPU
cooler to the CPU fan header (CPU_FAN) on the
motherboard.

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1-4-1 DualChannelMemoryConguration
This motherboard provides four DDR3 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. After the
memory is installed, the BIOS will automatically detect the specications and capacity of the memory. En-
abling Dual Channel memory mode will double the original memory bandwidth.
The four DDR3 memory sockets are divided into two channels and each channel has two memory sockets as
following:
Channel A: DIMM1A, DIMM2A
Channel B: DIMM1B, DIMM2B
1-4 Installing the Memory
Read the following guidelines before you begin to install the memory:
•Make sure that the 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 memory speeds and memory modules. )
•Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing
the memory to prevent hardware damage.
•Memory modules have a foolproof design. A memory module can be installed in only one direc-
tion. If you are unable to insert the memory, switch the direction.
Due to CPU limitations, read the following guidelines before installing the memory in Dual Channel mode.
1. Dual Channel mode cannot be enabled if only one DDR3 memory module is installed.
2. When enabling Dual Channel mode with two or four memory modules, it is recommended that
memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used for optimum performance.
DIMM1B
DIMM1A
DIMM2B
DIMM2A

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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.
Be sure to install DDR3 DIMMs on this motherboard.
Installation Step:
Step 1. Insert the DIMM memory module vertically into the DIMM slot, and push it down.
Step 2. Close the plastic clip at both edges of the DIMM slots to lock the DIMM module.
NOTE! DIMM must be populated in order starting from DIMM1A socket.
For dual-channel operation, DIMMs must be installed in matched pairs.
Step 3. Reverse the installation steps when you wish to remove the DIMM module.
2
2
1

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1-5 Back Panel Connectors
Serial Port
Connects to serial-based mouse or data processing devices.
Video Port
The video in port allows connect to video in, which can also apply to video loop thru function.
USB 2.0/1.1 Port
The USB port supports the USB 2.0/1.1 specication. Use this port for USB devices such as a USB key-
board/mouse, USB printer, USB ash drive and etc.
RJ-45 LAN Port
The Gigabit Ethernet LAN port provides Internet connection at up to 1 Gbps data rate. The following
describes the states of the LAN port LEDs.
Line In Jack (Blue)
The default line in jack. Use this audio jack for line in devices such as an optical drive, walkman, etc.
Line Out Jack (Green)
The default line out jack. Use this audio jack for a headphone or 2-channel speaker. This jack can be
used to connect front speakers in a 4/5.1/7.1-channel audio conguration.
Mic In Jack (Pink)
The default line out jack. Use this audio jack for a headphone or 2-channel speaker. This jack can be
used to connect front speakers in a 4/5.1/7.1-channel audio conguration.
GA-6UASL1
GA-6UASL2
GA-6UASL3

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• When removing the cable connected to a back panel connector, rst remove the cable from your
device and then remove it from the motherboard.
• When removing the cable, pull it straight out from the connector. Do not rock it side to side to
prevent an electrical short inside the cable connector.
Activity LED
Connection/
Speed LED
LAN Port
Activity LED:Connection/Speed LED:
State Description
Orange 1 Gbps data rate
Green 100 Mbps data rate
Off 10 Mbps data rate
State Description
Blinking Data transmission or receiving is occurring
Off No data transmission or receiving is occurring

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1-6 Internal Connectors
Read the following guidelines before connecting external devices:
• First make sure your devices are compliant with the connectors you wish to connect.
• Before installing the devices, be sure to turn off the devices and your computer. Unplug the
power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the devices.
• After installing the device and before turning on the computer, make sure the device cable has
been securely attached to the connector on the motherboard.
1) P1
2) P2_CPU1
3) CASE_OPEN1
4) PWR_DET1
5) FAN4 (System Fan)
6) FAN1 (CPU Fan)
7) BAT1
8) SATA0/1/2/3/4/5
9) USB1
10) USB2
11) USB_A1
12) SGPIO1
13) HD_LED1
14) F_PANEL2
15) TPM_1
16) COM2

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DEBUG
PORT
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P2_CPU1
1
4
5
8
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13
1
24
12
P1
P1:
Pin No. Denition
13 3.3V
14 -12V
15 GND
16 PS_ON (soft On/Off)
17 GND
18 GND
19 GND
20 -5V
21 +5V
22 +5V
23 +5V (Only for 2x12-pin ATX)
24 GND (Only for 2x12-pin ATX)
Pin No. Denition
1 3.3V
2 3.3V
3 GND
4 +5V
5 GND
6 +5V
7 GND
8 Power Good
9 5VSB (stand by +5V)
10 +12V
11 +12V (Only for 2x12-pin ATX)
12 3.3V (Only for 2x12-pin ATX)
1/2) P1/P2_CPU1 (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 com-
ponents on the motherboard. Before connecting the power connector, rst make sure the power supply
is turned off and all devices are properly installed. The power connector possesses a foolproof design.
Connect the power supply cable to the power connector in the correct orientation. The 12V power con-
nector mainly supplies power to the CPU. If the 12V power connector is not connected, the computer will
not start.
To meet expansion requirements, it is recommended that a power supply that can withstand high
power consumption be used (500W or greater). If a power supply is used that does not provide
the required power, the result can lead to an unstable or unbootable system.
Pin No. Denition
1 GND (Only for 2x4-pin 12V)
2 GND (Only for 2x4-pin 12V)
3 GND
4 GND
5 +12V (Only for 2x4-pin 12V)
6 +12V (Only for 2x4-pin 12V)
7 +12V
8 +12V

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3) CASE_OPEN1 (Case Open Intrusion)
4) PWR_DET1 (Power management connector)
F_PANEL
F_PANEL
F_AUDIO
F_AUDIO
F_USB
COMB
MODEM
Smart Card Reader
SPDIF
AUX_IN
CD_IN
Secure Gigital /
Memory Stick
Serial ATA
F_USB
F_1394
CPU_FAN
SYS_FAN
PWR_FAN
NB_FAN
Power
WOL
SUR_CEN
IR/CIR
F_PANEL
F_PANEL
PWR_LED
CLR_CMOS
BIOS_WP
CLR_CMOS
BIOS_WP
CI
DPVRM
CLR_PWD
FDD
ATX
ATX_12V
IDE
IR
COMB
SPDIF_IO
F1_1394 F2_1394
GAME SMB_CONN F_AUDIO
(NEW)
F1_1394
1
1
2
5
Pin No. Denition
1 Case Open
2 GND
Pin No. Denition
1 SMB CLK
2 SMB DATA
3 SMB Alert
6 GND
7 3.3V Sense

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7) BAT (Battery)
The battery provides power to keep the values (such as BIOS congurations, 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 clear the CMOS values by removing the battery:
1. Turn off your computer and unplug the power cord.
2. Gently remove the battery from the battery holder and wait for one minute.
(Or use a metal object like a screwdriver to touch the positive and negative
terminals of the battery holder, making them short for 5 seconds.)
3. Replace the battery.
4. Plug in the power cord and restart your computer.
•Always turn off your computer and unplug the power cord before replacing the battery.
•Replace the battery with an equivalent one. Danger of explosion if the battery is replaced with an incorrect model.
•Contact the place of purchase or local dealer if you are not able to replace the battery by yourself or uncertain about the bat-
tery model.
•When installing the battery, note the orientation of the positive side (+) and the negative side (-) of the battery (the positive
side should face up).
•Used batteries must be handled in accordance with local environmental regulations.
5/6) FAN1/FAN4 (CPU Fan/System Fan Headers)
The motherboard has a 4-pin CPU fan header (FAN1), a 4-pin (FAN4) system fan headers. Most fan
headers possess a foolproof insertion design. When connecting a fan cable, be sure to connect it in the
correct orientation (the black connector wire is the ground wire). The motherboard supports CPU fan
speed control, which requires the use of a CPU fan with fan speed control design. For optimum heat dis-
sipation, it is recommended that a system fan be installed inside the chassis.
•Be sure to connect fan cables to the fan headers to prevent your CPU and system from over-
heating. Overheating may result in damage to the CPU or the system may hang.
• These fan headers are not conguration jumper blocks. Do not place a jumper cap on the
headers.
FAN1 (CPU Fan):
Pin No. Denition
1 GND
2 +12V / Speed Control
3 Sense
4 Speed Control
FAN4 (System Fan):
Pin No. Denition
1 GND
2 +12V / Speed Control
3 Sense
4 Reserve
1
FAN4
FAN1

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8) SATA0/1/2/3/4/5 (SATA 3Gb/s Connectors)
The SATA connectors conform to SATA 3Gb/s standard and are compatible with SATA 1.5Gb/s standard.
Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device.
Pin No. Denition
1 GND
2 TXP
3 TXN
4 GND
5 RXN
6 RXP
7 GND
• A RAID 0 or RAID 1 conguration requires at least two hard drives. If more than two hard
drives are congured, the total number of hard drives must be an even number.
• A RAID 5 conguration requires at least three hard drives. (The total number of hard drives
does not have to be an even number.)
• A RAID 10 conguration requires four hard drives.
SATA0
SATA2
SATA4
SATA0
SATA3
SATA5
1
7
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G.QBOFM
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PORT
G.QBOFM
DEBUG
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PORT
G.QBOFM
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(Note) When a RAID conguration is built across the SATA 3Gb/s channels, the system performance of
the RAID conguration may vary depends on the devices are connected.
9) USB1 (USB Headers)
The headers conform to USB 2.0/1.1 specication. Each USB header can provide two USB ports via an
optional USB bracket. For purchasing the optional USB bracket, please contact the local dealer.
DEBUG
PORT
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2 1
Pin No. Denition
1 Power (5V)
2 Power (5V)
3 USB DX-
4 USB DY-
5 USB DX+
6 USB DY+
7 GND
8 GND
9 No Pin
10 OC
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.