Gigabyte GA-Q57M-S2H User manual

GA-Q57M-S2H
LGA1156 socket motherboard for Intel®Core™i7 processor family/
Intel®Core™i5 processor family/ Intel®Core™i3 processor family
User's Manual
Rev. 1002
12ME-Q57MS2H-1002R

Mar. 8, 2010
Motherboard
GA-Q57M-S2H
Motherboard
GA-Q57M-S2H
Mar. 8, 2010

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Changes to the specications and features in this manual may be made by GIGABYTE with-
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Documentation Classications
In order to assist in the use of this product, GIGABYTE provides the following types of documentations:
For quick set-up of the product, read the Quick Installation Guide included with the product.
For detailed product information, carefully read the User's Manual.
For instructions on how to use GIGABYTE's unique features, read or download the information
on/from the Support&Downloads\Motherboard\Technology Guide page on our website.
For product-related information, check on our website at:
http://www.gigabyte.com.tw
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 information.
Example:

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Table of Contents
Box Contents...................................................................................................................6
Optional Items .................................................................................................................6
GA-Q57M-S2H Motherboard Layout...............................................................................7
GA-Q57M-S2H Motherboard Block Diagram ..................................................................8
Chapter 1 Hardware Installation .....................................................................................9
1-1 Installation Precautions.................................................................................... 9
1-2 Product Specications.................................................................................... 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..................................................................................... 16
1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Conguration .....................................................................16
1-4-2 Installing a Memory ...............................................................................................17
1-5 Installing an Expansion Card ......................................................................... 18
1-6 Back Panel Connectors.................................................................................. 19
1-7 Internal Connectors........................................................................................ 22
Chapter 2 BIOS Setup ..................................................................................................33
2-1 Startup Screen ............................................................................................... 34
2-2 The Main Menu .............................................................................................. 35
2-3 MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.)........................................................................ 37
2-4 Standard CMOS Features.............................................................................. 45
2-5 Advanced BIOS Features .............................................................................. 47
2-6 Integrated Peripherals.................................................................................... 50
2-7 Power Management Setup............................................................................. 52
2-8 PC Health Status............................................................................................ 54
2-9 Load Fail-Safe Defaults.................................................................................. 56
2-10 Load Optimized Defaults................................................................................ 56
2-11 Set Supervisor/User Password ...................................................................... 57
2-12 Save & Exit Setup .......................................................................................... 58
2-13 Exit Without Saving........................................................................................ 58
2-14 Security Chip Conguration .......................................................................... 59

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Chapter 3 Drivers Installation........................................................................................61
3-1 Installing Chipset Drivers ............................................................................... 61
3-2 Application Software ...................................................................................... 62
3-3 Technical Manuals.......................................................................................... 62
3-4 Contact........................................................................................................... 63
3-5 System ........................................................................................................... 63
3-6 Download Center ........................................................................................... 64
3-7 New Utilities ................................................................................................... 64
Chapter 4 Unique Features...........................................................................................65
4-1 Xpress Recovery2.......................................................................................... 65
4-2 BIOS Update Utilities ..................................................................................... 68
4-2-1 Updating the BIOS with the Q-Flash Utility.............................................................68
4-2-2 Updating the BIOS with the @BIOS Utility .............................................................71
4-3 EasyTune 6 .................................................................................................... 72
4-4 Q-Share.......................................................................................................... 73
4-5 SMART Recovery........................................................................................... 74
4-6 Smart TPM ..........................................................................................75
4-7 Auto Green..................................................................................................... 76
4-8 eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D) ......................................................................... 77
Chapter 5 Appendix ......................................................................................................79
5-1 Conguring SATA Hard Drive(s)..................................................................... 79
5-1-1 Conguring Intel Q57 SATA Controllers .................................................................79
5-1-2 Making a SATA RAID/AHCI Driver Diskette............................................................87
5-1-3 Installing the SATA RAID/AHCI Driver and Operating System ...............................88
5-2 Conguring Audio Input and Output............................................................... 94
5-2-1 Conguring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio...................................................................94
5-2-2 Conguring S/PDIF In/Out......................................................................................96
5-2-3 Conguring Microphone Recording........................................................................98
5-2-4 Using the Sound Recorder ...................................................................................100
5-3 Troubleshooting............................................................................................ 101
5-3-1 Frequently Asked Questions ................................................................................101
5-3-2 Troubleshooting Procedure ..................................................................................102
5-4 Regulatory Statements................................................................................. 104

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Box Contents
GA-Q57M-S2H motherboard
Motherboard driver disk
User's Manual
Quick Installation Guide
One IDE cable
Two SATA 3Gb/s cables
I/O Shield
Optional Items
Floppy disk drive cable (Part No. 12CF1-1FD001-7*R)
2-port USB 2.0 bracket (Part No. 12CR1-1UB030-5*R)
2-port SATA power cable (Part No. 12CF1-2SERPW-0*R)
S/PDIF In cable (Part No. 12CR1-1SPDIN-0*R)
COM port cable (Part No. 12CF1-1CM001-3*R)
•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-Q57M-S2H Motherboard Layout
CPU_FAN
LGA1156
ATX
CD_IN
F_AUDIO
AUDIO
BIOS
PCIEX4
IDE
SPDIF_I
DDR3_2
DDR3_1
DDR3_4 DDR3_3
BAT
F_PANEL
IT8720
ATX_12V
Intel®Q57
SATA2_1
SATA2_3
SATA2_0
SATA2_2
SATA2_4
PCI1
CODEC
F_USB2
VGA_DVI
USB_LAN
PCIEX16
SPDIF_O
F_USB1
COMB
Intel 82578
PHASE LED
DP_HDMI_SPDIF
JMicron
JMB368
KB_MS
R_USB
PCI2
GA-Q57M-S2H
CLR_CMOS
FDD
F_USB3
COMA
SYS_FAN DEBUG_PORT
SATA2_5
LPT
(Note) This feature is optional due to different regional policy.
TPM IC (Note)
ME_DIS

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GA-Q57M-S2H Motherboard Block Diagram
(Note 1) You can use only one of the onboard digital graphics ports (DisplayPort, HDMI, and DVI-D) for
output when in the BIOS Setup program or when during the POST screens.
(Note 2) This feature is optional due to different regional policy.
Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out
Line Out
MIC
Line In
S/PDIF In
S/PDIF Out
Side Speaker Out
Surround Speaker Out
CODEC
PS/2 KB/Mouse
LGA1156
CPU
DMI Interface
2 PCI
PCI Bus
PCI CLK
(33 MHz)
PCIe CLK
(100 MHz)
PCI Express Bus
Floppy
CPU CLK+/- (133 MHz)
1 PCI Express x16
LPC Bus
x1
ATA-133/100/66/33 IDE Channel
JMicron
JMB368
Dual Channel Memory
x1
LAN
RJ45
x4
1 PCI Express x4
PCI Express Bus
x16
PCIe CLK
(100 MHz)
FDI Interface
DDR3 1333/1066/800 MHz
COM Ports
Intel
82578
Intel®Q57
TPM (Note 2)
IT8720
6 SATA 3Gb/s
Dual BIOS
12 USB 2.0/1.1
D-Sub
DVI-D (Note 1)
HDMI (Note 1)
DisplayPort (Note 1)

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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 an Intel®Core™i7 series processor/Intel®Core™i5 series processor/
Intel®Core™i3 series processor in the LGA1156 package
(Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.)
L3 cache varies with CPU
Chipset  Intel®Q57 Express Chipset
Memory 4 x 1.5V DDR3 DIMM sockets supporting up to 16 GB of system memory (Note 1)
Dual channel memory architecture
Support for DDR3 1333/1066/800 MHz memory modules
Support for non-ECC memory modules
(Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and
memory modules.)
Onboard Graphics Integrated in the Chipset:
- 1 x D-Sub port (Note 2)
- 1 x DVI-D port (Note 2)(Note 3)(Note 4)
- 1 x HDMI port (Note 2)(Note 4)
- 1 x DisplayPort (Note 2)(Note 4)
Audio    Realtek ALC888B codec
 High Denition Audio
 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel
Support for S/PDIF In/Out
 Support for CD In
LAN 1 x Intel 82578 chip (10/100/1000 Mbit)
Expansion Slots 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, running at x16 (PCIEX16) (Note 5)
(The PCIEX16 slot conforms to PCI Express 2.0 standard.)
1 x PCI Express x16 slot, running at x4 (PCIEX4)
2 x PCI slots
Multi-Graphics Support for ATI CrossFireX™ technology (Note 6)
Technology
Storage Interface Chipset:
- 6 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors supporting up to 6 SATA 3Gb/s devices
- Support for SATA RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, and RAID 10
JMicron JMB368 chip:
- 1 x IDE connector supporting ATA-133/100/66/33 and up to 2 IDE devices
iTE IT8720 chip:
- 1 x oppy disk drive connector supporting up to 1 oppy disk drive

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USB Integrated in the Chipset:
- Up to 12 USB 2.0/1.1 ports (6 on the back panel, 6 via the USB brackets
connected to the internal USB headers)
Internal 1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector
Connectors 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector
 1 x oppy disk drive connector
1 x IDE connector
6 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors
1 x CPU fan header
1 x system fan header
1 x front panel header
1 x front panel audio header
1 x CD In connector
1 x S/PDIF In header
1 x S/PDIF Out header
3 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers
1 x debug card header
1 x parallel port header
2 x serial port headers
1 x clearing CMOS jumper
1 x jumper for enabling Intel Management Engine Feature
Back Panel 1 x PS/2 keyboard port
Connectors 1 x PS/2 mouse port
1 x D-Sub port (Note 2)
1 x DVI-D port (Note 2)(Note 3)(Note 4)
1 x optical S/PDIF Out connector
1 x HDMI port (Note 2)(Note 4)
1 x DisplayPort (Note 2)(Note 4)
6 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports
1 x RJ-45 port
6 x audio jacks (Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out/Rear Speaker Out/
Side Speaker Out/Line In/Line Out/Microphone)
I/O Controller iTE IT8720 chip

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(Note 1) 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.
(Note 2)
To use the onboard D-Sub, DVI-D, HDMI, and DisplayPort ports, you must install an Intel CPU
with integrated graphics.
(Note 3) The DVI-D port does not support D-Sub connection by adapter.
(Note 4) Y
ou can use only one of the onboard digital graphics ports (DisplayPort, HDMI, and DVI-D) for out-
put when in the BIOS Setup program or when during the POST screens.
(Note 5) For optimum performance, if only one PCI Express graphics card is to be installed, be sure to install
it in the PCIEX16 slot.
(Note 6) The PCIEX16 slot operates at up to x4 mode when ATI CrossFireX™is enabled.
(Note 7) Whether the CPU fan speed control function is supported will depend on the CPU cooler you install.
(Note 8) Available functions in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model.
Hardware Monitor System voltage detection
CPU/System temperature detection
CPU/System fan speed detection
CPU overheating warning
CPU/System fan fail warning
CPU fan speed control (Note 7)
BIOS  1 x 64 Mbit ash
Use of licensed AWARD BIOS
PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.0, SM BIOS 2.4, ACPI 1.0b
Unique Features Support for @BIOS
Support for Q-Flash
Support for Xpress BIOS Rescue
Support for Download Center
Support for Xpress Install
Support for Xpress Recovery2
Support for EasyTune (Note 8)
Support for Smart TPM
Support Auto Green
Support for eXtreme Hard Drive
Support for Q-Share
Support for Smart Recovery
Bundled Software Norton Internet Security (OEM version)
Operating System Support for Microsoft®Windows 7/Vista/XP
Form Factor Micro ATX Form Factor; 24.4cm x 23.2cm

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1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler
1-3-1 Installing the CPU
A. Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the CPU.
NotchNotch
Alignment Key
Alignment Key
LGA1156 CPU
LGA1156 CPU Socket
Pin One Corner of the CPU Socket
Triangle Pin One Marking on the CPU
Read the following guidelines before you begin to install the CPU:
• Make sure that the motherboard supports the CPU.
(Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.)
• Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing
the CPU to prevent hardware damage.
• Locate the pin one of the CPU. The CPU cannot be inserted if oriented incorrectly. (Or you may
locate the notches on both sides of the CPU and alignment keys on the CPU socket.)
• Apply an even and thin layer of thermal grease on the surface of the CPU.
• Do not turn on the computer if the CPU cooler is not installed, otherwise overheating and dam-
age of the CPU may occur.
• Set the CPU host frequency in accordance with the CPU specications. It is not recommended
that the system bus frequency be set beyond hardware specications since it does not meet the
standard requirements for the peripherals. If you wish to set the frequency beyond the standard
specications, please do so according to your hardware specications including the CPU, graph-
ics card, memory, hard drive, etc.

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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.
B. Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU into the motherboard CPU socket.
Before installing the CPU, make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from
the power outlet to prevent damage to the CPU.
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.)

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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.)
Step 1:
Apply an even and thin layer of thermal grease
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. (Turn-
ing the push pin along the direction of arrow is to
remove the cooler, on the contrary, is to install.)
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.)
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 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 0: DDR3_1, DDR3_2
Channel 1: DDR3_3, DDR3_4
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.
If only one DDR3 memory module is installed, be sure to install it in the DDR3_1 or DDR3_3 socket.
Dual Channel Memory Congurations Table
(SS=Single-Sided, DS=Double-Sided, "- -"=No Memory)
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. When
enabling Dual Channel mode with two memory modules, be sure to install them in the DDR3_1 and
DDR3_3 sockets.
DDR3_2 DDR3_1 DDR3_4 DDR3_3
- - DS/SS - - DS/SS
DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS
Two Modules
Four Modules
DDR3_2 DDR3_1 DDR3_4 DDR3_3

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1-4-2 Installing a Memory
Notch
DDR3 DIMM
A DDR3 memory module has a notch, so it can only t 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 both ends of the memory socket. Place the memory module
on the socket. As indicated in the picture on the left, place your n-
gers on the top edge of the memory, push down on the memory and
insert it vertically into the memory socket.
Step 2:
The clips at both ends of the socket will snap into place when the
memory module is securely inserted.
Before installing a memory module, make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power
cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the memory module.
DDR3 and DDR2 DIMMs are not compatible to each other or DDR DIMMs. Be sure to install
DDR3 DIMMs on this motherboard.

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1-5 Installing an Expansion Card
Read the following guidelines before you begin to install an expansion card:
•Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Carefully read the manual that came
with your expansion card.
•Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing
an expansion card to prevent hardware damage.
Follow the steps below to correctly install your expansion card in the expansion slot.
1. Locate an expansion slot that supports your card. Remove the metal slot cover from the chassis back panel.
2. Align the card with the slot, and press down on the card until it is fully seated in the slot.
3. Make sure the metal contacts on the card are completely inserted into the slot.
4. Secure the card’s metal bracket to the chassis back panel with a screw.
5. After installing all expansion cards, replace the chassis cover(s).
6. Turn on your computer. 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 in your operating system.
Example: Installing and Removing a PCI Express Graphics Card:
•Installing a Graphics Card:
Gently push down on the top edge of the card until
it is fully inserted into the PCI Express slot. Make
sure the card is securely seated in the slot and
does not rock.
PCI Slot
PCI Express x16 Slot (PCIEX16/PCIEX4)
•Removing the Card:
Press the white latch at the end of the PCI Express slot to release the card and then
pull the card straight up from the slot.

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1-6 Back Panel Connectors
PS/2 Mouse Port
Use this port to connect a PS/2 mouse.
PS/2 Keyboard Port
Use this port to connect a PS/2 keyboard.
D-Sub Port (Note 1)
The D-Sub port supports a 15-pin D-Sub connector. Connect a monitor that supports D-Sub connection
to this port.
DVI-D Port (Note 1)(Note 2) (Note 3)
The DVI-D port conforms to the DVI-D specication and supports a maximum resolution of 1920x1200 ( t he
actual resolutions supported depend on the monitor being used). Connect a monitor that supports DVI-D con-
nection to this port.
Optical S/PDIF Out Connector
This connector provides digital audio out to an external audio system that supports digital optical audio.
Before using this feature, ensure that your audio system provides an optical digital audio in connector.
HDMI Port (Note 1)(Note 3)
The HDMI (High-Denition Multimedia Interface) provides an all-digital audio/video interface to transmit the
uncompressed audio/video signals and is HDCP compliant. Connect the HDMI audio/video device to this port.
The HDMI Technology can support a maximum resolution of 1920x1200 but the actual resolutions supported
depend on the monitor being used.
• After installing the HDMI device, make sure the default device for sound playback is the HDMI
device. (The item name may differ from operating system. Refer to the gure below for details.)
• Please note the HDMI audio output only supports AC3, DTS and 2-channel-LPCM formats. (AC3 and
DTS require the use of an external decoder for decoding.)
In Windows Vista, select Start>Control Panel>Sound>
Playback, set Intel(R) Display Audio HDMI 2 to the
default playback device.

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DiplayPort(Note 1)(Note 3)
DisplayPort is one of the new generation interface technologies that delivers high quality digital imaging
and audio, supporting bi-directional audio transmition. DisplayPort can support both DPCP and HDCP
content protection mechanisms. Connect the audio/video device that supports DisplayPort to this port. The
DisplayPort Technology can support a maximum resolution of 2560x1600p but the actual resolutions sup-
ported depend on the monitor being used.
(Note 1) To use the onboard D-Sub, DVI-D, HDMI, and DisplayPort ports, you must install an Intel CPU
with integrated graphics.
(Note 2) The DVI-D port does not support D-Sub connection by adapter.
(Note 3) You can use only one of the onboard digital graphics ports (DisplayPort, HDMI, and DVI-D) for out-
put when in the BIOS Setup program or when during the POST screens.
After installing the DisplayPort device, make sure the default device for sound playback is the Dis-
playPort device. (The item name may differ from operating system. For example, in Windows Vista,
go to Start>Control Panel>Sound>Playback and set the DisplayPort device as the default play-
back device. Refer to the HDMI settings information on the previous page for the conguration
dialog box.)
Connection/Activity LED:
State Description
Blinking Data transmission or receiving is occurring
On No data transmission or receiving is occurring
Off LAN link is not established
Speed LED:
State Description
Orange 1 Gbps data rate
Green 100 Mbps data rate
Off 10 Mbps data rate
Connection/
Activity LED
Speed LED
LAN Port
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
keyboard/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 de-
scribes the states of the LAN port LEDs.
Dual Display Congurations for the Onboard Graphics:
The table below shows the supported/unsupported dual display congurations for the onboard graphics
ports in different environments.
Combination POST/BIOS Windows
DVI-D + D-Sub Yes Yes
DVI-D + HDMI No Yes
DVI-D + DP No Yes
HDMI + D-Sub Yes Yes
HDMI + DP No Yes
DP + D-Sub No Yes