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GA-Z68X-UD4-B3

User's Manual

Rev. 1001

12ME-Z68XUD4-1001R

Motherboard

GA-Z68X-UD4-B3

Apr. 8, 2011

Motherboard

GA-Z68X-UD4-B3

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Disclaimer

Information in this manual is protected by copyright laws and is the property of GIGABYTE.

Changes to the specifications and features in this manual may be made by GIGABYTE

without prior notice. No part of this manual may be reproduced, copied, translated, transmitted,

or published in any form or by any means without GIGABYTE's prior written permission.

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-Z68X-UD4-B3 Motherboard Layout..........................................................................7

GA-Z68X-UD4-B3 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 ATI CrossFireX™/NVIDIASLIConguration ................................. 19

1-7 Back Panel Connectors ................................................................................. 20

1-8 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 ................................................................................... 49

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

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Chapter 3 Drivers Installation .......................................................................................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 Utility .......................................................... 66

4-2-2 Updating the BIOS with the @BIOS Utility ........................................................... 69

4-3 EasyTune 6 ....................................................................................................70

4-4 Dynamic Energy Saver™ 2.............................................................................. 71

4-5 Q-Share ......................................................................................................... 73

4-6 Smart 6™ ....................................................................................................... 74

4-7 Auto Green ..................................................................................................... 78

4-8 eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D) .......................................................................... 79

4-9 Cloud OC ....................................................................................................... 80

Chapter 5 Appendix ......................................................................................................81

5-1 ConguringSATAHardDrive(s) ................................................................... 81

5-1-1 ConguringIntelZ68SATAControllers ...............................................................81

5-1-2 ConguringMarvell88SE9172SATAControllers ................................................ 89

5-1-3 Installing the SATA RAID/AHCI Driver and Operating System ............................ 95

5-2 ConguringAudioInputandOutput ............................................................ 410

5-2-1 Conguring2/4/5.1/7.1-ChannelAudio ................................................................ 410

5-2-2 ConguringS/PDIFOut ...................................................................................... 610

5-2-3 Enabling the Dolby Home Theater Function ....................................................... 710

5-2-4 ConguringMicrophoneRecording ..................................................................... 810

5-2-5 Using the Sound Recorder .................................................................................. 011

5-3 Troubleshooting ............................................................................................ 111

5-3-1 Frequently Asked Questions ............................................................................... 111

5-3-2 Troubleshooting Procedure ................................................................................. 211

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Box Contents

GA-Z68X-UD4-B3 motherboard

Motherboard driver disk

User's Manual

Quick Installation Guide

Four SATA cables

I/O Shield

One 2-Way SLI bridge connector

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)

2-port IEEE 1394a bracket (Part No. 12CF1-1IE008-0*R)

COM port cable (Part No. 12CF1-1CM001-3*R)

3.5" Front Panel with 2 USB 3.0/2.0 ports (Part No. 12CR1-FPX582-0*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.

• The motherboard image is for reference only.

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GA-Z68X-UD4-B3 Motherboard Block Diagram

Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out

Line Out

MIC

Line In

S/PDIF Out

Side Speaker Out

Surround Speaker Out

PS/2 KB/Mouse

LGA1155

CPU

DMI

Interface

PCI Express Bus

CPU CLK+/- (100 MHz)

2 SATA 6Gb/s

Dual BIOS

14 USB 2.0/1.1

DDR3 2133/1866/1600/1333/1066 MHz

Dual Channel Memory

COM Port

LPC Bus

Intel® Z68

2 USB 3.0/2.0

Etron

EJ168

iTE

IT8728

PCIe CLK

(100 MHz)

Switch

x16

1 PCI Express x16 2 PCI Express x8

2 USB 3.0/2.0

Etron

EJ168

4 SATA 3Gb/s

PCI Express Bus

PCIe CLK

(100 MHz)

2 PCI Express x1

x1x1

2 PCI

PCI Bus

PCI CLK

(33 MHz)

PCIe to PCI Bridge

CODEC

2 SATA 6Gb/s LAN

RJ45

Marvell

88SE9172

Realtek

RTL8111E

2 SATA 6Gb/s

Marvell

88SE9172

VIA VT6308

2 IEEE 1394a

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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 ® Z68 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 2133/1866/1600/1333/1066 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.)

Audio Realtek ALC889 codec 

HighDenitionAudio 

2/4/5.1/7.1-channel 

Support for Dolby ® Home Theater

Support for S/PDIF Out 

LAN 1 x Realtek RTL8111E chip (10/100/1000 Mbit) 

Expansion Slots 1 x PCI Express p10-x16 slot, running at p10-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 p10-x16 slot, running at p10-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.

2 x PCI Express p10-x1 slots 

(All PCI Express slots conform to PCI Express 2.0 standard.)

2 x PCI slots 

Multi-Graphics

Technology

Support for ATI CrossFireX ™/NVIDIA SLI technology

* The PCIEX16 slot operates at up to x8 mode when ATI CrossFireX™/NVIDIA

SLI is enabled.

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~SATA2_5) supporting up to 4 SATA

3Gb/s devices

- Suppor t for SATA RAID 0, R AID 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.

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Storage Interface 2 x Marvell 88SE9172 chips: 

- 2 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors (GSATA3_6, GSATA3_7) supporting up to 2

SATA 6Gb/s devices

- Support for SATA RAID 0 and RAID 1

- 2 x eSATA 6Gb/s connectors (including one eSATA/USB Combo) on the

back panel supporting up to 2 SATA 6Gb/s devices

- Support for SATA RAID 0 and RAID 1

USB Chipset: 

- Up to 14 USB 2.0/1.1 ports (8 on the back panel, including 1 eSATA/USB

Combo, 6 via the USB brackets connected to the internal USB headers)

2 x Etron EJ168 chips: 

- Up to 4 USB 3.0/2.0 ports (2 on the back panel, 2 via the USB bracket

connected to the internal USB header)

IEEE 1394 VIA VT6308 chip: 

- Up to 2 IEEE 1394a ports (1 on the back panel, 1 via the IEEE 1394a bracket

connected to the internal IEEE 1394a header)

Internal

Connectors

1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector 

1 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector 

4 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors 

4 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors 

1 x CPU fan header 

2 x system fan headers 

1 x power fan header 

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 

1 x USB 3.0/2.0 header 

1 x serial port header 

1 x IEEE 1394a header 

1 x Trusted Platform Module (TPM) header 

1 x clearing CMOS jumper 

Back Panel

Connectors

1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse port 

1 x coaxial S/PDIF Out connector 

1 x optical S/PDIF Out connector 

7 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 

2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports 

1 x IEEE 1394 port 

1 x eSATA/USB Combo connector 

1 x eSATA 6Gb/s connector 

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 IT8728 chip 

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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 2 x 32 Mbit ash 

Use of licensed AWARD BIOS 

Support for DualBIOS ™

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 

* Available functions in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model.

Support for Dynamic Energy Saver ™ 2

Support for Smart 6 ™

Support for Auto Green 

Support for eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D) 

Support for ON/OFF Charge 

Support for Cloud OC 

Support for Q-Share 

Bundled

Software Norton Internet Security (OEM version) 

Operating

System Support for Microsoft ® Windows 7/Vista/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.

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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.

Alignment KeyAlignment Key

LGA1155 CPU Socket

Pin One Corner of the CPU Socket

NotchNotch

LGA1155 CPU

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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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 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.)

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

Female

Push Pin

The Top

of Female

Push Pin

Direction of the

Arrow Sign on

the Male Push

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.)

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.

Hardware Installation - 16 -

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.

DDR3_4

DDR3_2

DDR3_3

DDR3_1

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: DDR3_2, DDR3_4

Channel B: DDR3_1, DDR3_3

DualChannelMemoryCongurationsTable

(SS=Single-Sided, DS=Double-Sided, "- -"=No Memory)

DDR3_4 DDR3_2 DDR3_ DDR3_1

Two Modules - - DS/SS - - DS/SS

DS/SS - - DS/SS - -

Four Modules DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS

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. For op-

timum 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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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.

DDR3_4

DDR3_2

DDR3_3

DDR3_1

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1-5 Installing an Expansion Card

Follow the steps below to correctly install your expansion card in the expansion slot.

Locate an expansion slot that supports your card. Remove the metal slot cover from the chassis back panel.1.

Align the card with the slot, and press down on the card until it is fully seated in the slot. 2.

Make sure the metal contacts on the card are completely inserted into the slot.3.

Secure the card’s metal bracket to the chassis back panel with a screw. 4.

After installing all expansion cards, replace the chassis cover(s).5.

Turn on your computer. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to make any required BIOS changes for your 6.

expansion card(s).

Install the driver provided with the expansion card in your operating system. 7.

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.

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.

PCI Express p18-x1 Slot

PCI Express x16 Slot

PCI Slot

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1-6 Setting up ATI CrossFireX™/NVIDIA SLI Conguration

A. System Requirements

- Windows 7, Windows Vista or Windows XP operating system

- A CrossFireX/SLI-supported motherboard with two PCI Express x16 slots and correct driver

- Two CrossFireX/SLI-ready graphics cards of identical brand and chip and correct driver

- One CrossFire (Note)/SLI bridge connector

 - 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 two CrossFireX/SLI graphics cards on the

PCI Express x16 slots.

Step 2:

Insert the CrossFire (Note)/SLI bridge connector in the CrossFireX/SLI gold edge connectors on top of the two

cards.

Step 3:

Plug the display cable into the graphics card on the PCIEX16 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 . Browse to the menu and Catalyst Control Center CrossFireX

ensure the Enable CrossFireX™ check box is selected.

Procedure and driver screen for enabling CrossFireX/SLI technology may differ by graphics cards.

Refer to the manual that came with your graphics cards for more information about enabling Cross-

FireX/SLI technology.

C-2. To Enable SLI Function

After installing the graphics card driver in the operating system, go

to the . Browse to the NVIDIA Control Panel Set SLI and Physx

Configuration screen and ensure is Maximize 3D performance

enabled.

(Note) The bridge connector may be needed or not depending on your graphics cards.

Hardware Installation - 20 -

1-7 Back Panel Connectors

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.

PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse Port

Use this port to connect a PS/2 mouse or keyboard.

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.

Coaxial S/PDIF Out Connector

This connector provides digital audio out to an external audio system that supports digital coaxial audio.

Before using this feature, ensure that your audio system provides a coaxial digital audio in connector.

IEEE 1394a Port

TheIEEE1394portsupportstheIEEE1394aspecication,featuringhighspeed,highbandwidthand

hotplug capabilities. Use this port for an IEEE 1394a device.

eSATA/USB Combo Connector

ThisconnectorsupportsSATA6Gb/sandUSB2.0/1.1specication.Usetheporttoconnectanexternal

SATA device or a SATA port multiplier. The Marvell 88SE9172 chip supports RAID function. Refer to

Chapter5,"ConguringSATAHardDrive(s),"forinstructionsonconguringaRAIDarray.Orusethis

portforUSBdevicessuchasaUSBkeyboard/mouse,USBprinter,USBashdriveandetc.

eSATA 6Gb/s Connector

The eSATA 6Gb/s port conforms to SATA 6Gb/s standard and is compatible with SATA 3Gb/s and SATA

1.5Gb/s standard. Use the port to connect an external SATA device or a SATA port multiplier. The Mar-

vell88SE9172chipsupportsRAIDfunction.RefertoChapter5,"ConguringSATAHardDrive(s),"for

instructionsonconguringaRAIDarray.

USB 3.0/2.0 Port

TheUSB3.0portsupportstheUSB3.0specicationandiscompatibleto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.

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.

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RJ-45 LAN Port

The Gigabit Ethernet LAN port provides Internet connection at up to 1 Gbps data rate. The following

escribes the states of the LAN port LEDs.

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

In addition to the default speakers settings, the ~ audiojackscanberecongured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 con-

gurationinChapter5,"Conguring2/4/5.1/7.1-ChannelAudio."

Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out Jack (Orange)

Usethisaudiojacktoconnectcenter/subwooferspeakersina5.1/7.1-channelaudioconguration.

Rear Speaker Out Jack (Black)

Usethisaudiojacktoconnectrearspeakersina4-channelaudioconguration.

Side Speaker Out Jack (Gray)

Usethisaudiojacktoconnectsidespeakersina4/5.1/7.1-channelaudioconguration.

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 Mic in jack. Microphones must be connected to this jack.

Hardware Installation - 22 -

1-8 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.

1410

1612

1) ATX_12V_2X4

2) ATX

3) CPU_FAN

4) SYS_FAN1/2

5) PWR_FAN

6) BAT

7) SATA3_0/1

8) SATA2_2/3/4/5

9) GSATA3_6/7

10) COMA

11) F_PANEL

12) F_AUDIO

13) SPDIF_O

14) F_USB1/F_USB2/F_USB3

15) F_USB30

16) F_1394

17) CLR_CMOS

18) PHASE LED

19) TPM

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131

2412

ATX

ATX:

1/2) ATX_12V_2X4/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 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. Pin No.Denition Denition

1 3.3V 13 3.3V

2 3.3V 14 -12V

3 GND 15 GND

4 +5V 16 PS_ON (soft On/Off)

5 GND 17 GND

6 +5V 18 GND

7 GND 19 GND

8 Power Good 20 -5V

9 5VSB (stand by +5V) 21 +5V

10 +12V 22 +5V

11 +12V (Only for 2x12-pin ATX) 23 +5V (Only for 2x12-pin ATX)

12 3.3V (Only for 2x12-pin ATX) 24 GND (Only for 2x12-pin ATX)

ATX_12V_2X4

ATX_12V_2X4:

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

Hardware Installation - 24 -

3/4/5) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN1/SYS_FAN2/PWR_FAN (Fan Headers)

The motherboard has a 4-pin CPU fan header (CPU_FAN), a 4-pin (SYS_FAN2) and a 3-pin (SYS_FAN1)

system fan headers, and a 3-pin power fan header (PWR_FAN). 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 dissipation, 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 overheating. Over- •

heating 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. •

CPU_FAN:

SYS_FAN2:

SYS_FAN1/PWR_FAN:

Pin No. Denition

1 GND

2 +12V /Speed Control

3 Sense

4 Speed Control

Pin No. Denition

1 GND

2 +12V /Speed Control

3 Sense

4 Reserve

Pin No. Denition

1 GND

2 +12V

3 Sense

6) 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:

Turn off your computer and unplug the power cord.1.

Gently remove the battery from the battery holder and wait for one 2.

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.)

Replace the battery. 3.

Plug in the power cord and restart your computer.4.

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 your- •

self or uncertain about the battery 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. •

CPU_FAN

SYS_FAN2

SYS_FAN1

PWR_FAN

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• A RAID 0or RAID 1conguration requires atleast twohard drives.If more than twohard

drives are to be used, 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.

7) SATA3_0/1 (SATA 6Gb/s Connectors, Controlled by Intel Z68 Chipset)

The SATA connectors conform to SATA 6Gb/s standard and are compatible with SATA 3Gb/s and SATA

1.5Gb/s standard. Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device. The SATA3_0 and SATA3_1

connectors support RAID 0 and RAID 1. RAID 5 and RAID 10 can be implemented on the two connec-

tors with the SATA2_2/3/4/5 connector (Note).Refer to Chapter 5,"ConguringSATA Hard Drive(s),"for

instructionsonconguringaRAIDarray.

Please connect the L-shaped end of

the SATA cable to yo ur SATA hard

drive.

8) SATA2_2/3/4/5 (SATA 3Gb/s Connectors, Controlled by Intel Z68 Chipset)

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. The Intel Z68 Chipset supports RAID 0, RAID 1,

RAID5,andRAID10.RefertoChapter5,"ConguringSATAHardDrive(s),"forinstructionsoncongur-

ing a RAID array.

(Note) When a RAID set is built across the SATA 6Gb/s and SATA 3Gb/s channels, the system perfor-

mance of the RAID set may vary depending on the devices being connected.

Pin No. Denition

1 GND

2 TXP

3 TXN

4 GND

5 RXN

6 RXP

7 GND

Pin No. Denition

1 GND

2 TXP

3 TXN

4 GND

5 RXN

6 RXP

7 GND

SATA2_2SATA2_4

SATA2_3SATA2_5

SATA3_0

SATA3_1

Hardware Installation - 26 -

ARAID0orRAID1congurationrequirestwoharddrives.

9) GSATA3_6/7 (SATA 6Gb/s Connectors, Controlled by Marvell 88SE9172 Chip)

The SATA connectors conform to SATA 6Gb/s standard and are 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,"ConguringSATAHardDrive(s),"forinstructionson

conguringaRAIDarray.

Please connect the L-shaped end of

the SATA cable to your SATA hard

drive.

Pin No. Denition

1 GND

2 TXP

3 TXN

4 GND

5 RXN

6 RXP

7 GND

GSATA3_7

GSATA3_6

10) COMA (Serial Port Header)

The COM header can provide one serial port via an optional COM port cable. For purchasing the op-

tional COM port cable, please contact the local dealer.

Pin No. Denition

1 NDCD-

2 NSIN

3 NSOUT

4 NDTR-

5 GND

6 NDSR-

7 NRTS-

8 NCTS-

9 NRI-

10 No Pin

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11) F_PANEL (Front Panel Header)

Connect the power switch, reset switch, speaker, chassis intrusion switch/sensor and system status

indicator on the chassis to this header according to the pin assignments below. Note the positive and

negative pins before connecting the cables.

PW • (Power Switch, Red):

 Connectstothepowerswitchonthechassisfrontpanel.Youmaycongurethewaytoturnoffyour

system using the power switch (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Power Management Setup," for

more information).

SPEAK • (Speaker, Orange):

Connects to the speaker on the chassis front panel. The system reports system startup status by is-

suing a beep code. One single short beep will be heard if no problem is detected at system startup. If

a problem is detected, the BIOS may issue beeps in different patterns to indicate the problem. Refer

to Chapter 5, "Troubleshooting," for information about beep codes.

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):

Connects to the reset switch on the chassis front panel. Press the reset switch to restart the computer

if the computer freezes and fails to perform a normal restart.

CI • (Chassis Intrusion Header, Gray):

Connects to the chassis intrusion switch/sensor on the chassis that can detect if the chassis cover

has been removed. This function requires a chassis with a chassis intrusion switch/sensor.

MSG/PWR • (Message/Power/Sleep LED, Yellow/Purple):

The front panel design may differ by chassis. A front panel module mainly consists of power

switch, reset switch, power LED, hard drive activity LED, speaker and etc. When connecting your

chassis front panel module to this header, make sure the wire assignments and the pin assign-

ments are matched correctly.

Power LED

CI-

CI+

PWR-

PWR+

MSG-

PW-

SPEAK+

SPEAK-

MSG+

PW+

Message/Power/

Sleep LED Speaker

Power

Switch

HD-

RES+

HD+

RES-

Hard Drive

Activity LED

Reset

Switch Chassis Intrusion

Header

System Status LED

S0 On

S1 Blinking

S3/S4/S5 Off

Connects to the power status indicator on the chassis front panel. The LED

is on when the system is operating. The LED keeps blinking when the sys-

tem is in S1 sleep state. The LED is off when the system is in S3/S4 sleep

state or powered off (S5).

Hardware Installation - 28 -

12) F_AUDIO (Front Panel Audio Header)

 ThefrontpanelaudioheadersupportsIntelHighDenition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 con-

nector match the pin assignments of the motherboard header. Incorrect connection between the module

connector and the motherboard header will make the device unable to work or even damage it.

The front panel audio header supports HD audio by default. If your chassis provides an AC'97 •

front panel audio module, refer to the instructions on how to activate AC'97 functionality via

theaudiosoftwareinChapter5,"Conguring2/4/5.1/7.1-ChannelAudio."

Audio signals will be present on both of the front and back panel audio connections simultane- •

ously. If you want to mute the back panel audio (only supported when using an HD front panel

audiomodule),refertoChapter5,"Conguring2/4/5.1/7.1-ChannelAudio."

Some chassis provide a front panel audio module that has separated connectors on each wire •

instead of a single plug. For information about connecting the front panel audio module that

has different wire assignments, please contact the chassis manufacturer.

13) SPDIF_O (S/PDIF Out Header)

This header supports digital S/PDIF Out and connects a S/PDIF digital audio cable (provided by expan-

sion cards) for digital audio output from your motherboard to certain expansion cards like graphics cards

and sound cards. For example, some graphics cards may require you to use a S/PDIF digital audio cable

for digital audio output from your motherboard to your graphics card if you wish to connect an HDMI

display to the graphics card and have digital audio output from the HDMI display at the same time. For

information about connecting the S/PDIF digital audio cable, carefully read the manual for your expan-

sion card.

For HD Front Panel Audio: For AC'97 Front Panel Audio:

Pin No. Denition

1 MIC2_L

2 GND

3 MIC2_R

4 -ACZ_DET

5 LINE2_R

6 GND

7 FAUDIO_JD

8 No Pin

9 LINE2_L

10 GND

Pin No. Denition

1 MIC

2 GND

3 MIC Power

4 NC

5 Line Out (R)

6 NC

7 NC

8 No Pin

9 Line Out (L)

10 NC

Pin No. Denition

1 SPDIFO

2 GND

9 1

10 2

Hardware Installation - 30 -

16) F_1394 (IEEE 1394a Header)

 TheheaderconformstoIEEE1394aspecication.TheIEEE1394aheadercanprovideoneIEEE1394a

port via an optional IEEE 1394a bracket. For purchasing the optional IEEE 1394a bracket, please con-

tact the local dealer.

• Do not plug the USB bracket cable into the IEEE 1394a header.

• Prior to installing the IEEE 1394a bracket, be sure to turn off your computer and unplug the

power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the IEEE 1394a bracket.

• To connect an IEEE 1394a device, attach one end of the device cable to your computer and

then attach the other end of the cable to the IEEE 1394a device. Ensure that the cable is se-

curely connected.

17) CLR_CMOS (Clearing CMOS Jumper)

 Use thisjumperto clear theCMOS values (e.g. dateinformation and BIOScongurations) and reset

the CMOS values to factory defaults. To clear the CMOS values, place a jumper cap on the two pins to

temporarily short the two pins or use a metal object like a screwdriver to touch the two pins for a few

seconds.

Always turn off your computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before clear- •

ing the CMOS values.

After clearing the CMOS values and before turning on your computer, be sure to remove the •

jumper cap from the jumper. Failure to do so may cause damage to the motherboard.

After system restart, go to BIOS Setup to load factory defaults (select Load Optimized De- •

faults)or manuallycongure the BIOSsettings(refertoChapter2, "BIOSSetup,"forBIOS

congurations).

Open: Normal

Short: Clear CMOS Values

Pin No. Denition

1 TPA+

2 TPA-

3 GND-

4 GND

5 TPB+

6 TPB-

7 Power (12V)

8 Power (12V)

9 No Pin

10 GND

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19) TPM (Trusted Platform Module Header)

You may connect a TPM (Trusted Platform Module) to this header.

18) PHASE LED

The number of lighted LEDs indicates the CPU loading. The higher the CPU loading, the more the

numberoflightedLEDs.ToenablethePhaseLEDdisplayfunction,pleaserstenableDynamicEnergy

Saver™ 2. Refer to Chapter 4, "Dynamic Energy Saver™ 2," for more details.

Pin No. Pin No.Denition Denition

1 LCLK LAD011

2 GND 12 GND

3 LFRAME 13 NC

4 No Pin 14 ID

5 LRESET 15 SB3V

6 NC 16 SERIRQ

7 LAD3 17 GND

8 LAD2 18 NC

9 VCC3 19 NC

10 LAD1 20 SUSCLK

Hardware Installation - 32 -

- 33 - BIOS Setup

BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) records hardware parameters of the system in the CMOS on the

motherboard. Its major functions include conducting the Power-On Self-Test (POST) during system startup,

saving system parameters and loading operating system, etc. BIOS includes a BIOS Setup program that

allowsthe usertomodifybasicsystemcongurationsettings orto activate certainsystem features.When

the power is turned off, the battery on the motherboard supplies the necessary power to the CMOS to keep

thecongurationvaluesintheCMOS.

To access the BIOS Setup program, press the <Delete> key during the POST when the power is turned on.

To see more advanced BIOS Setup menu options, you can press <Ctrl> + <F1> in the main menu of the

BIOS Setup program.

To upgrade the BIOS, use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash or @BIOS utility.

• Q-Flash allows the user to quickly and easily upgrade or back up BIOS without entering the operating

system.

• @BIOS is a Windows-based utility that searches and downloads the 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."

Chapter 2 BIOS Setup

• BecauseBIOS ashingispotentially risky, ifyoudo notencounter problems using the current

versionof BIOS, it isrecommended that younot ashtheBIOS.To ashthe BIOS, doitwith

caution.InadequateBIOSashingmayresultinsystemmalfunction.

• BIOS will emit a beep code during the POST. Refer to Chapter 5, "Troubleshooting," for the beep

codes description.

• It is recommended that you not alter the default settings (unless you need to) to prevent system

instability or other unexpected results. Inadequately altering the settings may result in system's

failure to boot. If this occurs, try to clear the CMOS values and reset the board to default values.

(Refer to the "Load Optimized Defaults" section in this chapter or introductions of the battery/

clearing CMOS jumper in Chapter 1 for how to clear the CMOS values.)

- 35 - BIOS Setup

2-2 The Main Menu

Once you enter the BIOS Setup program, the Main Menu (as shown below) appears on the screen. Use ar-

row keys to move among the items and press <Enter> to accept or enter a sub-menu.

(Sample BIOS Version: F2a)

Main Menu Help

The on-screen description of a highlighted setup option is displayed on the bottom line of the Main Menu.

Submenu Help

While in a submenu, press <F1> to display a help screen (General Help) of function keys available for the

menu. Press <Esc> to exit the help screen. Help for each item is in the Item Help block on the right side of

the submenu.

BIOS Setup Program Function Keys

<h><i><f><g> Move the selection bar to select an item

<Enter> Execute command or enter the submenu

<Esc> Main Menu: Exit the BIOS Setup program

Submenus: Exit current submenu

<Page Up> Increase the numeric value or make changes

<Page Down> Decrease the numeric value or make changes

<F1> Show descriptions of the function keys

<F2> Move cursor to the Item Help block on the right (submenus only)

<F5> Restore the previous BIOS settings for the current submenus

<F6> Load the Fail-Safe BIOS default settings for the current submenus

<F7> Load the Optimized BIOS default settings for the current submenus

<F8> Access the Q-Flash utility

<F9> Display system information

<F10> Save all the changes and exit the BIOS Setup program

<F11> Save CMOS to BIOS

<F12> Load CMOS from BIOS

• IfyoudonotndthesettingsyouwantintheMainMenuorasubmenu,press<Ctrl>+<F1>to

access more advanced options.

• When the system is not stable as usual, select the item to set your Load Optimized Defaults

system to its defaults.

• The BIOS Setup menus described in this chapter are for reference only and may differ by BIOS

version.

Change CPU's Clock & Voltage

 MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.)

 Standard CMOS Features

 Advanced BIOS Features

 Integrated Peripherals

 Power Management Setup

 PC Health Status

Load Fail-Safe Defaults

Load Optimized Defaults

Set Supervisor Password

Set User Password

Save & Exit Setup

Exit Without Saving

ESC: Quit higf: Select Item F11: Save CMOS to BIOS

F8: Q-Flash F10: Save & Exit Setup F12: Load CMOS from BIOS

BIOS Setup - 36 -

 The Functions of the <F11> and <F12> keys (For the Main Menu Only)

  F11: Save CMOS to BIOS

 ThisfunctionallowsyoutosavethecurrentBIOSsettingstoaprole.Youcancreateupto8proles

(Prole1-8)andnameeachprole.Firstentertheprolename(toerasethedefaultprolename,use

the SPACE key) and then press <Enter> to complete.

 F12: Load CMOS from BIOS

If your system becomes unstable and you have loaded the BIOS default settings, you can use this

functiontoloadtheBIOSsettingsfromaprolecreatedbefore,withoutthehasslesofreconguringthe

BIOSsettings.Firstselecttheproleyouwishtoload,thenpress<Enter>tocomplete.

 MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.)

Usethismenutoconguretheclock,frequencyandvoltagesofyourCPU,memory,etc.

 Standard CMOS Features

 Usethismenutocongurethesystemtimeanddate,harddrivetypes,andthetypeoferrorsthatstop

the system boot, etc.

 Advanced BIOS Features

 Usethismenutocongurethedevicebootorder,advancedfeaturesavailableontheCPU,andthepri-

mary display adapter.

 Integrated Peripherals

 Usethismenutocongureallperipheraldevices,suchasSATA,USB,integratedaudio,andintegrated

LAN, etc.

 Power Management Setup

 Usethismenutocongureallthepower-savingfunctions.

 PC Health Status

Use this menu to see information about autodetected system/CPU temperature, system voltage and fan

speed, etc.

 Load Fail-Safe Defaults

Fail-Safe defaults are factory settings for the most stable, minimal-performance system operations.

 Load Optimized Defaults

Optimized defaults are factory settings for optimal-performance system operations.

 Set Supervisor Password

Change, set, or disable password. It allows you to restrict access to the system and BIOS Setup.

A supervisor password allows you to make changes in BIOS Setup.

 Set User Password

Change, set, or disable password. It allows you to restrict access to the system and BIOS Setup.

A user password only allows you to view the BIOS settings but not to make changes.

 Save & Exit Setup

Save all the changes made in the BIOS Setup program to the CMOS and exit BIOS Setup. (Pressing

<F10> can also carry out this task.)

 Exit Without Saving

 Abandonallchangesandtheprevioussettingsremainineffect.Pressing<Y>totheconrmationmes-

sage will exit BIOS Setup. (Pressing <Esc> can also carry out this task.)

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2-3 MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.)

Whether the system will work stably with the overclock/overvoltage settings you made is dependent

onyouroverallsystemcongurations.Incorrectlydoingoverclock/overvoltagemayresultindam-

age to CPU, chipset, or memory and reduce the useful life of these components. This page is for

advanced users only and we recommend you not to alter the default settings to prevent system

instability or other unexpected results. (Inadequately altering the settings may result in system's

failure to boot. If this occurs, clear the CMOS values and reset the board to default values.)

MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.)

 M.I.T Current Status [Press Enter]

 Advanced Frequency Settings [Press Enter]

 Advanced Memory Settings [Press Enter]

 Advanced Voltage Settings [Press Enter]

 Miscellaneous Settings [Press Enter]

BIOS Version F2a

BCLK 99.80 MHz

CPU Frequency 3094.12 MHz

Memory Frequency 1332.71 MHz

Total Memory Size 1024 MB

CPU Temperature 45oC

Vcore 1.280V

DRAM Voltage 1.696V

higf

: Move Enter: Select +/-/PU/PD: Value F10: Save ESC: Exit F1: General Help

F5: Previous Values F6: Fail-Safe Defaults F7: Optimized Defaults

Item Help

Menu Level

This section provides information on the BIOS version, CPU base clock, CPU frequency, memory frequency,

total memory size , CPU temperature, Vcore, and memory voltage.

MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.)

 M.I.T Current Status [Press Enter]

 Advanced Frequency Settings [Press Enter]

 Advanced Memory Settings [Press Enter]

 Advanced Voltage Settings [Press Enter]

 Miscellaneous Settings [Press Enter]

BIOS Version F2a

BCLK 99.80 MHz

CPU Frequency 3094.12 MHz

Memory Frequency 1332.71 MHz

Total Memory Size 1024 MB

CPU Temperature 45oC

Vcore 1.280V

DRAM Voltage 1.696V

higf

: Move Enter: Select +/-/PU/PD: Value F10: Save ESC: Exit F1: General Help

F5: Previous Values F6: Fail-Safe Defaults F7: Optimized Defaults

Item Help

Menu Level

BIOS Setup - 38 -

 M.I.T. Current Status

This screen provides information on CPU/memory frequencies/parameters.

 Advanced Frequency Settings

(Note 1) This item is present only if you install a memory module that supports this feature.

(Note 2) This item is present only if you install a CPU that supports this feature. For more information about

Intel CPUs' unique features, please visit Intel's website.

Advanced Frequency Settings

CPU Clock Ratio [31X]

CPU Frequency 3.10GHz (100x31)

 Advanced CPU Core Features [Press Enter]

>>>>> Standard Clock Control

BCLK/DMI/PEG Clock Control [Disabled]

x BCLK/DMI/PEG Frequency (0.1MHz) 1000 100.0MHz

 ExtremeMemoryProle(X.M.P.) (Note 1) [Disabled]

System Memory Multiplier (SPD) [Auto]

Memory Frequency (Mhz) 1333 1333

higf

: Move Enter: Select +/-/PU/PD: Value F10: Save ESC: Exit F1: General Help

F5: Previous Values F6: Fail-Safe Defaults F7: Optimized Defaults

Item Help

Menu Level

 Advanced CPU Core Features

CPU Clock Ratio

Allows you to alter the clock ratio for the installed CPU. The adjustable range is dependent on the CPU

being installed.

Advanced CPU Core Features

higf

: Move Enter: Select +/-/PU/PD: Value F10: Save ESC: Exit F1: General Help

F5: Previous Values F6: Fail-Safe Defaults F7: Optimized Defaults

Item Help

Menu Level

CPU Clock Ratio [31X]

CPU Frequency 3.10GHz (100x31)

PWM Frequency Control [Auto]

CPU Over Current Protection [+50%]

Internal CPU PLL Overvoltage [Auto]

Real-Time Ratio Changes In OS

(Note 2) [Disabled]

Intel(R) Turbo Boost Tech.

(Note 2) [Auto]

-Turbo Ratio(1-Core) (Note 2)

36 [Auto]

-Turbo Ratio(2-Core) (Note 2)

34 [Auto]

-Turbo Ratio(3-Core) (Note 2)

32 [Auto]

-Turbo Ratio(4-Core) (Note 2)

31 [Auto]

-Turbo Power Limit(Watts) 95 [Auto]

-Core Current Limit(Amps) 97 [Auto]

CPU Cores Enabled

(Note 2) [All]

CPU Multi-Threading (Note 2)

[Enabled]

CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E)

(Note 2) [Auto]

C3/C6 State Support (Note 2) [Auto]

CPU Thermal Monitor

(Note 2) [Auto]

CPU EIST Function

(Note 2) [Auto]

Bi-Directional PROCHOT

(Note 2) [Auto]

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(Note) This item is present only if you install a CPU that supports this feature. For more information about

Intel CPUs' unique features, please visit Intel's website.

CPU Frequency

Displays the current operating CPU frequency.

PWM Frequency Control

Allows you to alter the PWM frequency. AutoletstheBIOSautomaticallycongurethissetting.(Default:

Auto)

CPU Over Current Protection

Allows you to set the maximum over-current value for CPU over-current protection. (Default: +50%)

Internal CPU PLL Overvoltage

allows CPU PLL voltage to operate at a higher value. allows CPU PLL voltage to Enabled Disabled

operate at default value. AutoletstheBIOSautomaticallycongurethissetting.(Default:Auto)

Real-Time Ratio Changes in OS (Note)

allows you to make real-time changes to the CPU clock ratio in your operating system. The Enabled

Intel Turbo Boost technology and associated items below will become unavailable. Set this item to Dis-

abled ifyouwanttomanuallycongureCPUTurboratiosinBIOSsetup.(Default:Disabled)

Intel(R) Turbo Boost Tech. (Note)

Allows you to determine whether to enable the Intel CPU Turbo Boost technology. lets the BIOS Auto

 automaticallycongurethissetting.(Default:Auto)

Turbo Ratio (1-Core)/(2-Core)/(3-Core)/(4-Core) (Note)

Allows you to set the CPU Turbo ratios for different number of active cores. sets the CPU Turbo Auto

 ratiosaccordingtotheCPUspecications.(Default: Auto)

Turbo Power Limit (Watts)

Allows you to set a power limit for CPU Turbo mode. When the CPU power consumption exceeds the

 speciedpowerlimit,theCPUwillautomaticallyreducethecorefrequencyinordertoreducethepower.

(Default: Auto)AutosetsthepowerlimitaccordingtotheCPUspecications.

Core Current Limit (Amps)

 AllowsyoutosetacurrentlimitforCPUTurbomode.WhentheCPUcurrentexceedsthespeciedcur-

rent limit, the CPU will automatically reduce the core frequency in order to reduce the current. Auto sets

 thecurrentlimitaccordingtotheCPUspecications.(Default: Auto)

CPU Cores Enabled (Note)

Allows you to determine whether to enable all CPU cores.

All Enables all CPU cores. (Default)

1 Enables only one CPU core.

2 Enables only two CPU cores.

3 Enables only three CPU cores.

CPU Multi-Threading (Note)

Allows you to determine whether to enable multi-threading technology when using an Intel CPU that

supports this function. This feature only works for operating systems that support multi-processor mode.

(Default: Enabled)

CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) (Note)

Enables or disables Intel CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) function, a CPU power-saving function in system

halt state. When enabled, the CPU core frequency and voltage will be reduced during system halt state

to decrease power consumption. AutoletstheBIOSautomaticallycongurethissetting.(Default:Auto)

Product specificaties

Merk:	Gigabyte
Categorie:	Moederbord
Model:	GA-Z68X-UD4-B3
Breedte:	305 mm
Diepte:	244 mm
Type stroombron:	ATX
Aantal USB 2.0-poorten:	7
Microfoon, line-in ingang:	Ja
Aantal Ethernet LAN (RJ-45)-poorten:	1
Hoofdtelefoonuitgangen:	6
Digitale audio, optische uitgang:	1
Aantal poorten USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type A:	2
Processor socket:	LGA 1155 (Socket H2)
Systeembus:	5 GT/s
PCI Express slots versie:	2.0
Processorfabrikant:	Intel
Maximum intern geheugen:	32 GB
Ingebouwde grafische adapter:	Nee
Compatibele besturingssystemen:	Windows 7/Vista/XP
Audio-uitgangskanalen:	7.1 kanalen
Netwerkfuncties:	10/100/1000 Mbit/sec
Snelle installatiehandleiding:	Ja
ECC:	Nee
Ethernet interface type:	Gigabit Ethernet
Chipset moederbord:	Intel Z68
Aantal IEEE 1394-/Firewire-poorten:	1
Audiochip:	Realtek ALC889
Meegeleverde drivers:	Ja
PCI Express x1 slots:	2
PCI Express x16 slots:	2
S/PDIF-uitgang:	Ja
Geheugen kanaal:	Dubbelkanaals
PS/2 poort(en):	1
Component voor:	PC
Geheugen voltage:	1.5 V
LAN controller:	Realtek RTL8111E
Soorten RAID:	0, 1,5, 10
Aantal SATA III connectors:	4
Non-ECC:	Ja
PCI-slots:	2
Compatibele processors:	Intel Core i3, Intel Core i5, Intel Core i7
Aantal eSATA-poorten:	2
Moederbord form factor:	ATX
Aantal geheugenslots:	4
Supported memory clock speeds:	1066,1200,1300,1333,1600,1800,1866,2133 MHz
BIOS type:	AWARD
Grootte BIOS-geheugen:	64 Mbit
ACPI version:	1.0b
Aansluiting voor CPU koeler:	Ja
Aansluitingen voor behuizingsventilatoren:	2
ATX Power connector (24-pin):	Ja
Aansluiting voor ventilator van voeding:	Ja
USB 2.0 aansluitingen:	3
Aansluiting voor audiopaneel aan voorzijde:	Ja
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1)-aansluitingen:	1
TPM connector:	Ja
Chassis intrusion aansluiting:	Ja
S/PDIF uitgang:	Ja
IEEE1394 aansluitingen:	1
Aantal SATA II connectors:	4
EPS power connector (8-pin):	Ja