Gigabyte GA-Z77X-UD5H User manual

GA-Z77X-UD5H
User's Manual
Rev. 1003
12ME-Z77XU5H-1003R

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Motherboard
GA-Z77X-UD5H
Feb. 24, 2012
Feb. 24, 2012
Motherboard GA-Z77X-UD5H

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Disclaimer
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Changes to the specications and features in this manual may be made by GIGABYTE
without prior notice. No part of this manual may be reproduced, copied, translated, transmitted,
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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 product-related information, check on our website 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 for technical information.
Example:

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Table of Contents
Box Contents...................................................................................................................6
Optional Items .................................................................................................................6
GA-Z77X-UD5H Motherboard Layout .............................................................................7
GA-Z77X-UD5H 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 Setting up AMD CrossFireX™/NVIDIASLIConguration................................ 19
1-7 Back Panel Connectors.................................................................................. 20
1-8 Onboard Buttons, Switches and LEDs........................................................... 23
1-9 Internal Connectors........................................................................................ 25
Chapter 2 BIOS Setup ..................................................................................................37
2-1 Startup Screen ............................................................................................... 38
2-2 The Main Menu .............................................................................................. 39
2-3 M.I.T. .............................................................................................................. 41
2-4 System ........................................................................................................... 52
2-5 BIOS Features ............................................................................................... 53
2-6 Peripherals..................................................................................................... 55
2-7 Power Management....................................................................................... 60
2-8 Save & Exit..................................................................................................... 62

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Chapter 3 Drivers Installation........................................................................................63
3-1 Installing Chipset Drivers ............................................................................... 63
3-2 Application Software ...................................................................................... 64
3-3 Technical Manuals.......................................................................................... 64
3-4 Contact........................................................................................................... 65
3-5 System ........................................................................................................... 65
3-6 Download Center ........................................................................................... 66
3-7 New Program ................................................................................................. 66
Chapter 4 Unique Features...........................................................................................67
4-1 Xpress Recovery2.......................................................................................... 67
4-2 BIOS Update Utilities ..................................................................................... 70
4-2-1 Updating the BIOS with the Q-Flash Utility.............................................................70
4-2-2 Updating the BIOS with the @BIOS Utility .............................................................73
4-3 EasyTune 6 .................................................................................................... 74
4-4 Q-Share.......................................................................................................... 75
4-5 eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D) .......................................................................... 76
4-6 Auto Green..................................................................................................... 77
4-7 Intel Rapid Start Technology .......................................................................... 78
4-8 Intel Smart Connect Technology .................................................................... 80
4-9 Intel Smart Response..................................................................................... 82
Chapter 5 Appendix ......................................................................................................85
5-1 ConguringSATAHardDrive(s)..................................................................... 85
5-1-1 ConguringIntelZ77SATAControllers ..................................................................85
5-1-2 ConguringMarvell88SE9172SATAControllers...................................................93
5-1-3 Installing the SATA RAID/AHCI Driver and Operating System ...............................99
5-2 ConguringAudioInputandOutput............................................................. 108
5-2-1 Conguring2/4/5.1/7.1-ChannelAudio.................................................................108
5-2-2 ConguringS/PDIFOut........................................................................................110
5-2-3 ConguringMicrophoneRecording...................................................................... 111
5-2-4 Using the Sound Recorder ...................................................................................113
5-2-5 Creative Software Suite........................................................................................114
5-3 Troubleshooting............................................................................................ 116
5-3-1 Frequently Asked Questions ................................................................................116
5-3-2 Troubleshooting Procedure ..................................................................................117
5-4 Debug LED Codes ....................................................................................... 119
5-5 Regulatory Statements................................................................................. 123

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Box Contents
5GA-Z77X-UD5H motherboard
5Motherboard driver disk
5User's Manual
5Quick Installation Guide
5Six SATA 6Gb/s cables
5I/O Shield
53.5" Front Panel with 2 USB 3.0/2.0 ports
5One 2-Way SLI bridge connector
5One GC-WB300D (including two antennas, one USB 2.0 cable, driver disk,
and user's manual)j
Optional Items
2-port USB 2.0 bracket (Part No. 12CR1-1UB030-5*R)
2-port SATA power cable (Part No. 12CF1-2SERPW-0*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.
jOnly for GA-Z77X-UD5H

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GA-Z77X-UD5H Motherboard Layout
(Note) For debug code information, please refer to Chapter 5.
ESATA_1394_USB
CPU_FAN
ATX_12V_2X4
ATX
F_AUDIO
AUDIO
B_BIOS
PCIEX8
DDR3_2
DDR3_4
DDR3_3
DDR3_1
BAT
F_PANEL
Intel®Z77
CLR_CMOS
M_BIOS
PCIEX1_1
PCIEX16
SPDIF_O
F_USB2
LGA1155
GA-Z77X-UD5H
USB30_LAN2
DVI VGA
USB30_LAN1
PCI
F_USB30_1
PCIEX1_2
iTE
Super I/O
TPM
F_USB1
DP_HDMI_SPDIF
SYS_FAN2
VIA
VL810
PCIe to PCI
Bridge
Atheros
GbE LAN
PCIEX4
F_1394
GSATA3
SATA3
mSATA
ATX4P
PCIEX1_3
CODEC
SW4
Debug LED (Note)
SYS_FAN1
1 0
PW_SW
RST_SW
CMOS_SW
VCORE
CPUVTT
VSA
CPUPLL
VDIMM
DDRVTT
PCHIO
Marvell
88SE9172
MBIOS_LED
BBIOS_LED
SYS_FAN3
GSATA3
7 6
SATA2
3 2
SATA2
5 4
VIA
VL810
SYS_FAN4
Marvell
88SE9172
F_USB30_2F_USB30_3
VIA
VT6308
Intel®
GbE LAN
HP_PWR
8

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GA-Z77X-UD5H Motherboard Block Diagram
LGA1155
CPU
CPU CLK+/- (100 MHz)
2 SATA 6Gb/s
Dual BIOS
6 USB 2.0/1.1
DDR3 1600/1333/1066 MHz
Dual Channel Memory
4 USB 3.0/2.0
VIA VL810
Hub
PCI Express Bus
PCI Express Bus
PCIe CLK
(100 MHz)
3 PCI Express x1
x1
2 SATA 6Gb/s
x1
Marvell
88SE9172
DMI 2.0
FDI
3 SATA 3Gb/s
PCI Express Bus
x1
LAN
RJ45
Atheros
GbE LAN
PCIe CLK
(100 MHz)
Switch
x16
x16
1 PCI Express x16
2 PCI Express x8
or
Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out
Line Out
MIC
Line In
S/PDIF Out
Side Speaker Out
Surround Speaker Out
CODEC
2 USB 3.0/2.0
D-Sub
DVI-D
HDMI
1 SATA 3Gb/s
1 mSATA
or
Intel®Z77
Switch
VIA VL810
Hub
x1
LAN
RJ45
Intel GbE
LAN
1 PCI
PCIe to PCI Bridge
x1
PCI Bus
PCI CLK
(33 MHz)
VIA VT6308
2 IEEE 1394a
2 SATA 6Gb/s
x1
Marvell
88SE9172
x1
x1
x16
2 PCI Express x4+1 PCI Express x8
DisplayPort
4 USB 3.0/2.0
or
LPC Bus
iTE
Super
I/O
For detailed product information/limitation(s), refer
to"1-2ProductSpecications."

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Hardware Installation
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, make sure the chassis is suitable for the motherboard.
•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
components 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 supply
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 hardware
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 system
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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Hardware Installation
1-2 ProductSpecications
CPU Support for Intel®Core™i7 processors/Intel®Core™i5 processors/
Intel®Core™i3 processors/Intel®Pentium®processors/Intel®Celeron®processors in the
LGA1155 package (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.)
L3 cache varies with CPU
Chipset Intel®Z77 Express Chipset
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 1600/1333/1066 MHz memory modules
Support for non-ECC memory modules
SupportforExtremeMemoryProle(XMP)memorymodules
(Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory
modules.)
Onboard
Graphics
Chipset:
- 1 x D-Sub port
- 1 x DVI-D port, supporting a maximum resolution of 1920x1200
* The DVI-D port does not support D-Sub connection by adapter.
- 1 x HDMI port, supporting a maximum resolution of 1920x1200
- 1 x DisplayPort, supporting a maximum resolution of 2560x1600p
Audio Realtek ALC898 codec
Support for X-Fi Xtreme Fidelity®and EAX®Advanced HD™5.0 technologies
HighDenitionAudio
2/4/5.1/7.1-channel
Support for S/PDIF Out
LAN 1 x Atheros GbE LAN chip (10/100/1000 Mbit) (LAN1)
1 x Intel GbE LAN chip (10/100/1000 Mbit) (LAN2)
Expansion Slots 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, running at x16 (PCIEX16)
* 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 x16 slot, running at x8 (PCIEX8)
* The PCIEX8 slot shares bandwidth with the PCIEX16 slot. When the PCIEX8 slot
is populated, the PCIEX16 slot will operate at up to x8 mode.
1 x PCI Express x16 slot, running at x4 (PCIEX4)
* The PCIEX4 slot is available only when an Intel 22nm (Ivy Bridge) CPU is
installed.
* The PCIEX4 slot shares bandwidth with the PCIEX8 and PCIEX16 slots. When the
PCIEX4 slot is populated, the PCIEX16 slot will operate at up to x8 mode and the
PCIEX8 will operate at up to x4 mode.
(The PCIEX16, PCIEX8 and PCIEX4 slots conform to PCI Express 3.0 standard.)
* To support PCI Express 3.0, you must install an Intel 22nm (Ivy Bridge) CPU.
3 x PCI Express x1 slots
(All PCI Express x1 slots conform to PCI Express 2.0 standard.)
1 x PCI slot
Multi-Graphics
Technology Support for AMD CrossFireX™/ NVIDIA SLI technology

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Storage Interface Chipset:
- 2 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors (SATA3 0/SATA3 1) supporting up to 2 SATA
6Gb/s devices
- 4 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors (SATA2 2~5) supporting up to 4 SATA 3Gb/s
devices
- 1 x mSATA connector
* The SATA2 5 connector will become unavailable when the mSATA connector is
installed with a solid state drive.
- Support for RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, and RAID 10
* When a RAID set is built across the SATA 6Gb/s and SATA 3Gb/s channels, the
system performance of the RAID set may vary depending on the devices being
connected.
2 x Marvell 88SE9172 chips:
- 3 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors (GSATA3 6/7/8) supporting up to 3 SATA 6Gb/s
devices
- 1 x eSATA6Gb/s connector on the back panel supporting up to 1 SATA 6Gb/s
device
- Support for RAID 0 and RAID 1
USB Chipset:
- Up to 2 USB 3.0/2.0 ports (available through the internal USB headers)
- Up to 6 USB 2.0/1.1 ports (2 ports on the back panel, 4 ports available through
the internal USB headers)
Chipset + 2 VIA VL810 Hubs:
- Up to 8 USB 3.0/2.0 ports (4 ports on the back panel, 4 ports available through
the internal USB headers)
* In Windows XP, the Intel USB 3.0 ports and VIA VL810 HUB can support up to USB
2.0 transfer speed.
* Due to a Windows 7 limitation, please connect your USB device(s) to the USB 2.0/1.1
port(s) before the Intel USB 3.0 controller driver is installed.
IEEE 1394 VIA VT6308 chip:
- Up to 2 IEEE 1394a ports (1 port on the back panel, 1 port available through
the internal IEEE 1394a header)
Internal
Connectors
1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector
1 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector
1 x PCIe power connector
5 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors
4 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors
1 x mSATA connector
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 3.0/2.0 headers
2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers
1 x Clear CMOS jumper
1 x Trusted Platform Module (TPM) header
1 x power button
1 x reset button
1 x Clear CMOS button
1 x heatsink LED power connector
1 x BIOS Switch
Voltage Measurement Points

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Back Panel
Connectors
1 x D-Sub port
1 x DVI-D port
1 x optical S/PDIF Out connector
1 x HDMI port
1 x DisplayPort
1 x eSATA 6Gb/s connector
4 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports
2 x USB 2.0/1.0 ports
1 x IEEE 1394a port
2 x RJ-45 ports
6 x audio jacks (Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out, Rear Speaker
Out, Side Speaker Out, Line In/Mic In, Line Out)
I/O Controller iTE I/O Controller Chip
Hardware
Monitor
System voltage detection
CPU/System temperature detection
CPU/System fan speed detection
CPU overheating warning
CPU/System 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 2x64Mbitash
Use of licensed AMI EFI BIOS
Support for DualBIOS™
PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.0, SM BIOS 2.6, ACPI 2.0a
Unique Features Support for @BIOS
Support for Q-Flash
Support for Xpress Install
Support for Xpress Recovery2
Support for EasyTune
* Available functions in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model.
Support for eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D)
Support for Auto Green
Support for ON/OFF Charge
Support for Q-Share
Support for 3D Power
Support for EZ Setup
Bundled
Software
Norton Internet Security (OEM version)
Intel®Rapid Start Technology
Intel®Smart Connect Technology
Intel®Smart Response Technology
LucidLogix Virtu MVP
* Make sure the monitor cable has been connected to the integrated graphics port on
the back panel.
Operating
System Support for Microsoft®Windows 7/XP
Form Factor ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 24.4cm
*GIGABYTEreservestherighttomakeanychangestotheproductspecicationsandproduct-relatedinformationwithout
prior notice.
* Please visit GIGABYTE's website to check the supported operating system(s) for the software listed in the "Unique Features"
and "Bundled Software" columns.

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Hardware Installation
1-3 Installing the 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
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 damage
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,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.
Notch
Alignment KeyAlignment Key
Notch
LGA1155 CPU
LGA1155 CPU Socket
Pin One Corner of the CPU Socket
Triangle Pin One Marking on the CPU

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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 to the CPU.
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nger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
replace the protective socket cover when the CPU
is not installed.)

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Hardware Installation
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 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. (Turning 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
motherboard. 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
motherboard. 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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Hardware Installation
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 direction.
If you are unable to insert the memory, switch the direction.
DDR3_1 DDR3_2 DDR3_3 DDR3_4
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.Enabling
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: DDR3_2, DDR3_4
Channel B: DDR3_1, DDR3_3
DualChannelMemoryCongurationsTable
DDR3_4 DDR3_2 DDR3_3 DDR3_1
Two Modules - - DS/SS - - DS/SS
DS/SS - - DS/SS - -
Four Modules DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS
(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, we recommend that you install them in the DDR3_1
and DDR3_2 sockets.

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Hardware Installation
1-4-2 Installing a Memory
Before installing a memory module, make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord
from the power outlet to prevent damage to the memory module. DDR3 and DDR2 DIMMs are not
compatible to each other or DDR DIMMs. Be sure to install DDR3 DIMMs on this motherboard.
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ngers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.

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Hardware Installation
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.
•Removing the Card:
Press the latch at the end of the PCI Express slot to release the card and then pull
the card straight up from the slot.
PCI Express x1 Slot
PCI Express x16 Slot
PCI Slot

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Hardware Installation
1-6 Setting up AMD CrossFireX™/NVIDIASLIConguration
C-2. To Enable SLI Function
After installing the graphics card driver in the operating system, go
to the NVIDIA Control Panel. Browse to the Set SLI and Physx
Conguration screen and ensure Maximize 3D performance is
enabled.
A. System Requirements
-Windows 7, XP operating system
-A CrossFireX/SLI-supported motherboard with two PCI Express x16 slots and correct driver
-Two/three/four CrossFireX/SLI-ready graphics cards of identical brand and chip and correct driver
-CrossFireX(Note)/SLI bridge connectors
-Apowersupplywithsufcientpowerisrecommended(Refertothemanualofyourgraphicscardsforthe
power requirement)
B. Connecting the Graphics Cards
Step 1:
Observe the steps in "1-5 Installing an Expansion Card" and install the CrossFireX/SLI graphics cards on the
PCI Express x16 slots.
Step 2:
Insert the CrossFireX(Note)/SLI bridge connectors in the CrossFireX/SLI gold edge connectors on top of the
cards.
Step 3:
Plug the display cable into the graphics card on the PCI Express x16 slot.
C.ConguringtheGraphicsCardDriver
C-1. To Enable CrossFireX Function
After installing the graphics card driver in the operating system, go to the
Catalyst Control Center. Browse to Performance\AMD CrossFireX
Congurations and ensure the Enable CrossFireX™check box is selected
and click Apply.
(Note) The bridge connector(s) may be needed or not depending on your graphics cards.
• Procedure and driver screen for enabling CrossFireX/SLI technology may differ by graphics cards
and driver version. Refer to the manual that came with your graphics cards for more information
about enabling CrossFireX/SLI technology.
• When two or more graphics cards are installed, we recommend that you connect the SATA power
cable(s) from the power supply to the ATX4P connector to ensure system stability.

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Hardware Installation
1-7 Back Panel Connectors
•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.
D-Sub Port
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)
TheDVI-DportconformstotheDVI-Dspecicationandsupportsamaximumresolutionof1920x1200
(the actual resolutions supported depend on the monitor being used). Connect a monitor that supports
DVI-D connection to this port.
Optical S/PDIF Out Connector
This connector provides digital audio out to an external audio system that supports digital optical audio.
Before using this feature, ensure that your audio system provides an optical digital audio in connector.
HDMI Port
HDMI(High-DenitionMultimediaInterface)isanall-digitalaudio/videointerfacecapableoftransmitting
uncompressed audio/video signals. The HDMI port is HDCP compliant and supports Dolby TrueHD and
DTS HDMaster Audio formats. It also supports up to 192KHz/24bit 8-channel LPCM audio output. You can
use this port to connect your HDMI-supported monitor. The maximum supported resolution is 1920x1200,
but the actual resolutions supported are dependent on the monitor being used.
In Windows 7, select Start>Control Panel>Hardware and
Sound>Sound>Playback, set Intel(R) Display Audio to the
default playback device.
After installing the HDMI device, make sure to set the default sound playback device to HDMI.
(The item name may differ depending on your operating system. The screenshot below is from
Windows 7.)
(Note) The DVI-D port does not support D-Sub connection by adapter.