GA-B75M-D3H

User's Manual
Rev. 1002
12ME-B75MD3H-1002R
 Motherboard
GA-B75M-D3H
Motherboard
GA-B75M-D3H
Feb. 8, 2012
Feb. 8, 2012
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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,
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„„ 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:
 Table of Contents
GA-B75M-D3H Motherboard Layout................................................................................5
GA-B75M-D3H Motherboard Block Diagram....................................................................6

Chapter 1 Hardware Installation......................................................................................7

1-1 Installation Precautions..................................................................................... 7
1-2 Product Specifications....................................................................................... 8
1-3 Installing the CPU........................................................................................... 10
1-4 Installing the Memory...................................................................................... 11
1-5 Installing an Expansion Card.......................................................................... 11
1-6 Back Panel Connectors................................................................................... 12
1-7 Internal Connectors......................................................................................... 14

Chapter 2 BIOS Setup...................................................................................................23

2-1 Startup Screen................................................................................................ 23
2-2 The Main Menu............................................................................................... 24
2-3 M.I.T................................................................................................................ 25
2-4 System............................................................................................................ 32
2-5 BIOS Features................................................................................................ 33
2-6 Peripherals...................................................................................................... 35
2-7 Power Management........................................................................................ 38
2-8 Save & Exit...................................................................................................... 39

Chapter 3 Drivers Installation.........................................................................................40

Regulatory Statements............................................................................................... 41

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GA-B75M-D3H Motherboard Layout

DDR3_4

DDR3_2

DDR3_3

DDR3_1
KB_MS_USB

ATX_12V
VGA_DVI

LGA1155

ATX

HDMI

R_USB30

USB_LAN
CPU_FAN

F_USB30
AUDIO BAT

SYS_FAN
GA-B75M-D3H
PCIEX16
Realtek
GbE LAN

PCI1 M_BIOS
SATA3 0
Super I/O

SATA2 1
iTE

PCI2 Intel® B75 B_BIOS

SATA2
2 3
4 5
PCIEX4

CODEC
CLR_CMOS

F_AUDIO COM LPT TPM F_USB2 F_USB1 F_PANEL

SPDIF_O

Box Contents
55 GA-B75M-D3H motherboard
55 Motherboard driver disk 55 Two SATA 6Gb/s cables
55 User's Manual 55 I/O Shield

* The box contents above are for reference only and the actual items shall depend on the product package you obtain.

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GA-B75M-D3H Motherboard Block Diagram
1 PCI Express x16 CPU CLK+/- (100 MHz)

PCIe CLK LGA1155 CPU

(100 MHz) DDR3 1600(Note 1)/1333/1066 MHz
Dual Channel Memory

DMI 2.0
x16

FDI
PCI Express Bus

D-Sub Dual BIOS

DVI-D 1 SATA 6Gb/s

HDMI 5 SATA 3Gb/s

1 PCI Express x4 Intel® B75

LAN 4 USB 3.0(Note 2)/2.0

RJ45
PCIe CLK 8 USB 2.0/1.1
(100 MHz) Realtek
GbE LAN

x1 x4 LPC LPT
PCI Express Bus Bus iTE Super
I/O COM
PCI Bus

PS/2 KB/Mouse
CODEC
MIC (Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out)
Line Out (Front Speaker Out)
Line In (Rear Speaker Out)
S/PDIF Out

2 PCI

PCI CLK
(33 MHz)

(Note 1) To support DDR3 1600 MHz, you must install an Intel 22nm (Ivy Bridge) CPU.
(Note 2) In Windows XP, the Intel USB 3.0 ports can support up to USB 2.0 transfer speed.
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Chapter 1 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 first 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 certified computer technician.

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1-2 Product Specifications
CPU ŠŠ 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.)
ŠŠ L3 cache varies with CPU
Chipset ŠŠ Intel® B75 Express Chipset
Memory ŠŠ 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.
ŠŠ Dual channel memory architecture
ŠŠ Support for DDR3 1600/1333/1066 MHz memory modules
* To support DDR3 1600 MHz, you must install an Intel 22nm (Ivy Bridge) CPU.
ŠŠ Support for non-ECC memory modules
ŠŠ Support for Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory modules
* To support XMP memory, you must install an Intel 22nm (Ivy Bridge) CPU.
(Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory
modules.)
Onboard ŠŠ Integrated Graphics Processor:
Graphics - 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
Audio ŠŠ Realtek ALC887 codec
ŠŠ High Definition Audio
ŠŠ 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel
* To configure 7.1-channel audio, you have to use an HD front panel audio module
and enable the multi-channel audio feature through the audio driver.
ŠŠ Support for S/PDIF Out
LAN ŠŠ 1 x Realtek GbE LAN chip (10/100/1000 Mbit)
Expansion Slots ŠŠ 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, running at x16 (PCIEX16)
(The PCIEX16 slot conforms to PCI Express 3.0 standard.)
* For optimum performance, if only one PCI Express graphics card is to be installed,
be sure to install it in the PCIEX16 slot.
* The PCI Express x16 slot supports up to PCI Express 2.0 standard when an Intel
32nm (Sandy Bridge) CPU is installed.
ŠŠ 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, running at x4 (PCIEX4)
(The PCIEX4 slot conforms to PCI Express 2.0 standard.)
ŠŠ 2 x PCI slots
Multi-Graphics ŠŠ Support for AMD CrossFireX™ technology
Technology * The PCIEX16 slot operates at up to x4 mode when AMD CrossFireX™ is enabled.
Storage Interface ŠŠ Chipset:
- 1 x SATA 6Gb/s connector (SATA3 0) supporting up to 1 SATA 6Gb/s
device
- 5 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors (SATA2 1~5) supporting up to 5 SATA 3Gb/s
devices

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USB ŠŠ Chipset:
- Up to 8 USB 2.0/1.1 ports (4 ports on the back panel, 4 ports available through
the internal USB headers)
- Up to 4 USB 3.0/2.0 ports (2 ports on the back panel, 2 ports available through
the internal USB headers)
* In Windows XP, the Intel USB 3.0 ports can support up to USB 2.0 transfer speed.
Internal ŠŠ 1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector
Connectors ŠŠ 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector
ŠŠ 1 x SATA 6Gb/s connector
ŠŠ 5 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors
ŠŠ 1 x CPU fan header
ŠŠ 1 x system fan header
ŠŠ 1 x front panel header
ŠŠ 1 x front panel audio header
ŠŠ 1 x S/PDIF Out header
ŠŠ 1 x USB 3.0/2.0 header
ŠŠ 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers
ŠŠ 1 x serial port header
ŠŠ 1 x parallel port
ŠŠ 1 x Trusted Platform Module (TPM) header
ŠŠ 1 x Clear CMOS jumper
Back Panel ŠŠ 1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse port
Connectors ŠŠ 1 x D-Sub port
ŠŠ 1 x DVI-D port
ŠŠ 1 x HDMI port
ŠŠ 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports
ŠŠ 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports
ŠŠ 1 x RJ-45 port
ŠŠ 3 x audio jacks (Line In/Line Out/Microphone)
I/O Controller ŠŠ iTE I/O Controller Chip
Hardware ŠŠ System voltage detection
Monitor ŠŠ CPU/System temperature detection
ŠŠ CPU/System fan speed detection
ŠŠ CPU overheating warning
ŠŠ CPU/System fan fail warning
ŠŠ 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 ŠŠ 2 x 64 Mbit flash
ŠŠ Use of licensed AMI EFI BIOS
ŠŠ Support for DualBIOS™
ŠŠ PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.0, SM BIOS 2.6, ACPI 2.0a
Unique Features ŠŠ Support for @BIOS
ŠŠ Support for Q-Flash
ŠŠ Support for Xpress Install
ŠŠ Support for Xpress Recovery2
ŠŠ Support for Auto Green
ŠŠ Support for ON/OFF Charge
ŠŠ Support for Q-Share
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 Bundled ŠŠ Norton Internet Security (OEM version)
Software ŠŠ Intel® Rapid Start Technology
ŠŠ Intel® Smart Connect Technology
ŠŠ Intel® Small Business Advantage
Operating
ŠŠ Support for Microsoft® Windows 7/XP
System
Form Factor ŠŠ Micro ATX Form Factor; 24.4cm x 22.0cm
*G
 IGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to the product specifications and product-related information without
prior notice.

1-3 Installing 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 damage
of the CPU may occur.
•• Set the CPU host frequency in accordance with the CPU specifications. It is not recommended
that the system bus frequency be set beyond hardware specifications since it does not meet the
standard requirements for the peripherals. If you wish to set the frequency beyond the standard
specifications, please do so according to your hardware specifications including the CPU, graphics
card, memory, hard drive, etc.
Installing the CPU
A. Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the CPU.
LGA1155 CPU Socket

Alignment Key Alignment Key

Pin One Corner of the CPU Socket

LGA1155 CPU

Notch Notch

Triangle Pin One Marking on the CPU

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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.

Dual Channel Memory Configuration

This motherboard provides four DDR3 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. After the
memory is installed, the BIOS will automatically detect the specifications 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_1, DDR3_3
Channel B: DDR3_2, DDR3_4

Dual Channel Memory Configurations 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)
DDR3_4
DDR3_2
DDR3_3
DDR3_1

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 and installed in the same colored DDR3
sockets. 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.

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.

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1-6 Back Panel Connectors

USB 2.0/1.1 Port

The USB port supports the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Use this port for USB devices such as a USB
keyboard/mouse, USB printer, USB flash drive and etc.
PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse Port
Use this port to connect a PS/2 mouse or keyboard.
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 specificationand 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.
HDMI Port
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 audio/video device. The maximum
supported resolution is 1920x1200, but the actual resolutions supported are dependent on the monitor
being used.

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.)

In Windows 7, select Start>Control Panel>Hardware and

Sound>Sound>Playback, set Intel(R) Display Audio to the
default playback device.

(Note) The DVI-D port does not support D-Sub connection by adapter.

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Dual Display Configurations for the Onboard Graphics:
This motherboard provides three video output ports: D-Sub, DVI-D, and HDMI. Dual monitor confgurations
are supported in operating system environment only, but not during the BIOS Setup or POST process.

USB 3.0/2.0 Port

The USB 3.0 port supports the USB 3.0 specification and is compatible to the USB 2.0/1.1 specification.
Use this port for USB devices Use this port for USB devices such as a USB keyboard/mouse, USB printer,
USB flash drive and etc.
RJ-45 LAN Port
The Gigabit Ethernet LAN port provides Internet connection at up to 1 Gbps data rate. The following
describes the states of the LAN port LEDs.
Connection/ Connection/Speed LED: Activity LED:
Speed LED Activity LED
State Description State Description
Orange 1 Gbps data rate Blinking Data transmission or receiving is occurring
Green 100 Mbps data rate Off No data transmission or receiving is occurring
Off 10 Mbps data rate
LAN Port

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 configuration.
Mic In Jack (Pink)
The default Mic in jack. Microphones must be connected to this jack.

To configure 7.1-channel audio, you have to use an HD front panel audio module and enable the
multi-channel audio feature through the audio driver.

•• When removing the cable connected to a back panel connector, first 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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1-7 Internal Connectors

5
11
3
4

10 16

9 13 14 15 12 8

1) ATX_12V 9) F_AUDIO
2) ATX 10) SPDIF_O
3) CPU_FAN 11) F_USB30
4) SYS_FAN 12) F_USB1/2
5) BAT 13) COM
6) SATA3 0 14) LPT
7) SATA2 1/2/3/4/5 15) TPM
8) F_PANEL 16) CLR_CMOS

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.
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1/2) ATX_12V/ATX (2x2 12V Power Connector and 2x12 Main Power Connector)
With the use of the power connector, the power supply can supply enough stable power to all the components
on the motherboard. Before connecting the power connector, first 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 connector 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.

ATX_12V：
Pin No. Definition
2 1 1 GND
2 GND
4 3
3 +12V
4 +12V
ATX_12V

ATX:

12 24 Pin No. Definition Pin No. Definition

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 23 +5V (Only for 2x12-pin ATX)
1 13 ATX)
12 3.3V (Only for 2x12-pin 24 GND (Only for 2x12-pin
ATX) ATX)
ATX

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3/4) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN (Fan Headers)
All fan headers on this motherboard are 4-pin. 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 speed control function requires the use of a fan with fan speed control design. For
optimum heat dissipation, it is recommended that a system fan be installed inside the chassis.

CPU_FAN:
Pin No. Definition
1 GND
1 2 +12V
CPU_FAN 3 Sense
4 Speed Control
SYS_FAN：
Pin No. Definition
1 GND
1 2 +12V
SYS_FAN 3 Sense
4 Reserve

•• Be sure to connect fan cables to the fan headers to prevent your CPU and system from overheating.
Overheating may result in damage to the CPU or the system may hang.
•• These fan headers are not configuration jumper blocks. Do not place a jumper cap on the
headers.

5) BAT (Battery)
The battery provides power to keep the values (such as BIOS configurations, date, and time information)
in the CMOS when the computer is turned off. Replace the battery when the battery voltage drops to a low
level, or the CMOS values may not be accurate or may be lost.

You may clear the CMOS values by removing the battery:

1. Turn off your computer and unplug the power cord.
2. Gently remove the battery from the battery holder and wait for one minute.
(Or use a metal object like a screwdriver to touch the positive and negative
terminals of the battery holder, making them short for 5 seconds.)
3. Replace the battery.
4. Plug in the power cord and restart your computer.

•• Always turn off your computer and unplug the power cord before replacing the battery.
•• Replace the battery with an equivalent one. Danger of explosion if the battery is replaced with
an incorrect model.
•• Contact the place of purchase or local dealer if you are not able to replace the battery by yourself
or uncertain about the 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.
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6) SATA3 0 (SATA 6Gb/s Connector, Controlled by Intel B75 Chipset)
The SATA connector conforms 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.

Pin No. Definition

1 GND
2 TXP
SATA3 0 3 TXN
7 1
4 GND
5 RXN
6 RXP
7 GND

7) SATA2 1/2/3/4/5 (SATA 3Gb/s Connectors, Controlled by Intel B75 Chipset)

The SATA connector conforms to SATA 3Gb/s standard and are compatible with SATA 1.5Gb/s standard.
Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device.

Pin No. Definition

7 1 1 GND
SATA2 1
2 TXP
3 TXN
4 GND
SATA2 7 1 5 RXN
2 3 6 RXP
4 5 7 1
7 GND

Please connect the L-shaped end of the

SATA cable to your SATA hard drive.

PORT PORT
DEBUG DEBUG
PORT PORT
DEBUG DEBUG

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 8) 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.
Message/Power/ Power
Sleep LED Switch Speaker

MSG+
PW+

SPEAK+

SPEAK-
G.QBOFM

MSG-
PW-
2 20
1 19

PWR+
PWR-
HD-

RES+

CI+
HD+

RES-
-IC
Hard Drive Reset Power LED
Activity LED Switch
Chassis
Intrusion Header

•• MSG/PWR (Message/Power/Sleep LED):

System Status LED Connects to the power status indicator on the chassis front panel. The LED is
S0 On on when the system is operating. The LED keeps blinking when the system is
S1 Blinking in S1 sleep state. The LED is off when the system is in S3/S4 sleep state or
S3/S4/S5 Off powered off (S5).

•• PW (Power Switch):
G Connects to the power switch on the chassis front panel. You may configure the way to turn off your system
using the power switch (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Power Management," for more information).
•• Speaker (Speaker):
Connects to the speaker on the chassis front panel. The system reports system startup status by issuing
a beep code. One single short beep will be heard if no problem is detected at system startup.
•• HD (Hard Drive Activity LED):
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):
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):
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.

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 assignments are
matched correctly.
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9) F_AUDIO (Front Panel Audio Header)
The front panel audio header supports Intel High Definition audio (HD) and AC'97 audio. You may connect
your chassis front panel audio module to this header. Make sure the wire assignments of the module
connector match the pin assignments of the motherboard header. Incorrect connection between the module
connector and the motherboard header will make the device unable to work or even damage it.
For HD Front Panel Audio: For AC'97 Front Panel Audio:
Pin No. Definition Pin No. Definition
1 MIC2_L 1 MIC
9 1 2 GND 2 GND
10 2
3 MIC2_R 3 MIC Power
4 -ACZ_DET 4 NC
5 LINE2_R 5 Line Out (R)
6 GND 6 NC
7 FAUDIO_JD 7 NC
8 No Pin 8 No Pin
9 LINE2_L 9 Line Out (L)
10 GND 10 NC

•• The front panel audio header supports HD audio by default.

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

10) SPDIF_O (S/PDIF Out Header)

This header supports digital S/PDIF Out and connects a S/PDIF digital audio cable (provided by expansion
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 expansion card.

Pin No. Definition

1 SPDIFO
1 2 GND

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11) F_USB30 (USB 3.0/2.0 Header)
F_USB30 F_AUDIO(H) F_PANEL(NH)
The header conforms to USB 3.0/2.0 specification and can provide two USB ports. For purchasing the
optional 3.5" front panel that provides two USB 3.0/2.0 ports, please contact the local dealer.

Pin No. Definition Pin No. Definition

1 VBUS 11 D2+
11 1 2 SSRX1- 12 D2-
3 SSRX1+ 13 GND
4 GND 14 SSTX2+
5 SSTX1- 15 SSTX2-
BIOS Switcher (X58A-OC)
DB_PORT
6 SSTX1+ 16 GND

1
7 GND 17 SSRX2+
1

20 10 8 D1- 18 SSRX2- M_SATA

1

1
9 D1+ 19 VBUS
10 NC 20 No Pin
Voltage measurement module(X58A-OC)
TPM
PWM Switch (X58A-OC)
w/housing 1 2 3

DIP

1 2 3
DIP

DIP

1 2 3

DIP
1 2 3

PCIe power connector (SATA)(X58A-OC)

12) F_USB1/2 (USB 2.0/1.1 Headers)

The headers conform to USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Each USB header can provide two USB ports via an
optional USB bracket. For purchasing the optional USB bracket, please contact the local dealer.

Pin No. Definition

1 Power (5V)
2 Power (5V)
9 1
10 2 3 USB DX-
4 USB DY-
5 USB DX+
6 USB DY+
7 GND
8 GND
9 No Pin
10 NC

•• Do not plug the IEEE 1394 bracket (2x5-pin) cable into the USB 2.0/1.1 header.
•• Prior to installing the USB bracket, be sure to turn off your computer and unplug the power cord
from the power outlet to prevent damage to the USB bracket.

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13) COM (Serial Port Header)
The COM header can provide one serial port via an optional COM port cable. For purchasing the optional
COM port cable, please contact the local dealer.

Pin No. Definition

1 NDCD-
2 NSIN
9 1
10 2 3 NSOUT
4 NDTR-
5 GND
6 NDSR-
7 NRTS-
8 NCTS-
9 NRI-
DEBUG 10 No Pin
PORT

14) LPT (Parallel Port Header)

The LPT header can provide one parallel port via an optional LPT port cable. For purchasing the optional
LPT port cable, please contact the local dealer.
25 1

26 2

Pin No. Definition Pin No. Definition

1 STB- 14 GND
2 AFD- 15 PD6
3 PD0 16 GND
4 ERR- 17 PD7
5 PD1 18 GND
6 INIT- 19 ACK-
7 PD2 20 GND
8 SLIN- 21 BUSY
9 PD3 22 GND
10 GND 23 PE
11 PD4 24 No Pin
12 GND 25 SLCT
13 PD5 26 GND

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 PCIe power connector (SATA)(X58
Voltage measurement module(X58A-O
F_AUDIO(H)

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

19 1

20 2

Pin No. Definition Pin No. Definition

1 LCLK 11 LAD0
2 GND 12 GND
3 LFRAME 13 NC
4 No Pin 14 ID

w/housing
F_USB30

5 LRESET 15 SB3V
TPM
6 NC 16 SERIRQ
7 LAD3 17 GND
8 LAD2 18 NC
9 VCC3 19 NC
10 LAD1 20 SUSCLK

16) CLR_CMOS (Clear CMOS Jumper)

Use this jumper to clear the CMOS values (e.g. date information and BIOS configurations) and reset the
CMOS values to factory defaults. To clear the CMOS values, use a metal object like a screwdriver to touch
the two pins for a few seconds.

Open: Normal

Short: Clear CMOS Values

•• Always turn off your computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before clearing
the CMOS values.
•• After system restart, go to BIOS Setup to load factory defaults (select Load Optimized
Defaults) or manually configure the BIOS settings (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," for BIOS
configurations).

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Chapter 2 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 configuration 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 configuration values in the CMOS.
To access the BIOS Setup program, press the <Delete> key during the POST when the power is turned on.
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.

•• Because BIOS flashing is potentially risky, if you do not encounter problems using the current
version of BIOS, it is recommended that you not flash the BIOS. To flash the BIOS, do it with
caution. Inadequate BIOS flashing may result in system malfunction.
•• 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/clear
CMOS jumper in Chapter 1 for how to clear the CMOS values.)

2-1 Startup Screen

The following startup Logo screen will appear when the computer boots.

Function Keys

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2-2 The Main Menu
On the main menu of the BIOS Setup program, press arrow keys to move among the items and press <Enter>
to accept or enter a sub-menu. Or you can use your mouse to select the item you want.
(Sample BIOS Version: F1a)

Setup Menus

Enter Q-Flash
Select Default
Language

Help

Function Keys

Configuration Items Current Settings

BIOS Setup Menus
„„ M.I.T.
Use this menu to configure the clock, frequency, and voltages of your CPU and memory, etc. Or check the
system/CPU temperatures, voltages, and fan speeds.
„„ System
Use this menu to configure the default language used by the BIOS and system time and date. This menu
also displays information on the devices connected to the SATA ports.
„„ BIOS Features
Use this menu to configure the device boot order, advanced features available on the CPU, and the primary
display adapter.
„„ Peripherals
Use this menu to configure all peripheral devices, such as SATA, USB, integrated audio, and integrated
LAN, etc.
„„ Power Management
Use this menu to configure all the power-saving functions.
„„ Save & Exit
Save all the changes made in the BIOS Setup program to the CMOS and exit BIOS Setup. You can save the
current BIOS settings to a profile or load optimized defaults for optimal-performance system operations.

•• When the system is not stable as usual, select the Load Optimized Defaults item to set your
system to its defaults.
•• The BIOS Setup menus described in this chapter are for reference only and may differ by BIOS
version.
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2-3 M.I.T.

Whether the system will work stably with the overclock/overvoltage settings you made is dependent
on your overall system configurations. Incorrectly doing overclock/overvoltage may result in damage
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.)

This section provides information on the BIOS version, CPU base clock, CPU frequency, memory frequency,
total memory size , CPU temperature, Vcore, and memory voltage.

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`` M.I.T. Current Status
This screen provides information on CPU/memory frequencies/parameters.
`` Advanced Frequency Settings

&& CPU/PCIe Base Clock

Allows you to manually set the CPU base clock and PCIe bus frequency in 0.01 MHz increments. (Default: Auto)
Important: It is highly recommended that the CPU frequency be set in accordance with the CPU specifications.
&& Internal Graphics Clock
Allows you to set the onboard graphics clock. The adjustable range is from 400 MHz to 3000 MHz. (Default: Auto)
&& CPU Clock Ratio
Allows you to alter the clock ratio for the installed CPU. The adjustable range is dependent on the CPU being
installed.
&& CPU Frequency
Displays the current operating CPU frequency.
`` Advanced CPU Core Features

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&& CPU Clock Ratio, CPU Frequency
The settings under the two items above are synchronous to those under the same items on the Advanced
Frequency Settings menu.
&& Real-Time CPU Ratio Control In OS (Note)
Enabled allows you to make real-time changes to the CPU clock ratio in your operating system. (Default:
Enabled)
&& Intel(R) Turbo Boost Technology (Note)
Allows you to determine whether to enable the Intel CPU Turbo Boost technology. Auto lets the BIOS
automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto)
&& Turbo Ratio (1-Core Active~4-Core Active) (Note)
Allows you to set the CPU Turbo ratios for different number of active cores. Auto sets the CPU Turbo ratios
according to the CPU specifications. (Default: Auto)
&& Turbo Power Limit (Watts)
Allows you to set a power limit for CPU Turbo mode. When the CPU power consumption exceeds the
specified power limit, the CPU will automatically reduce the core frequency in order to reduce the power.
Auto sets the power limit according to the CPU specifications. (Default: Auto)
&& Core Current Limit (Amps)
Allows you to set a current limit for CPU Turbo mode. When the CPU current exceeds the specified current
limit, the CPU will automatically reduce the core frequency in order to reduce the current. Auto sets the
power limit according to the CPU specifications. (Default: Auto)
&& CPU Core Enabled (Note)
Allows you to determine whether to enable all CPU cores. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this
setting. (Default: Auto)
&& Hyper-Threading Technology (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. Auto lets
the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto)
&& 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 configure this setting. (Default: Auto)
&& C3/C6 State Support (Note)
Allows you to determine whether to let the CPU enter C3/C6 mode in system halt state. When enabled, the
CPU core frequency and voltage will be reduced during system halt state to decrease power consumption.
The C3/C6 state is a more enhanced power-saving state than C1. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure
this setting. (Default: Auto)
&& CPU Thermal Monitor (Note)
Enables or disables Intel CPU Thermal Monitor function, a CPU overheating protection function. When
enabled, the CPU core frequency and voltage will be reduced when the CPU is overheated. Auto lets the
BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto)
&& CPU EIST Function (Note)
Enables or disables Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology (EIST). Depending on CPU loading, Intel EIST
technology can dynamically and effectively lower the CPU voltage and core frequency to decrease average
power consumption and heat production. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default:
Auto)

(Note) This item is present only when you install a CPU that supports this feature. For more information about
Intel CPUs' unique features, please visit Intel's website.
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&& Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) (Note)
Allows the BIOS to read the SPD data on XMP memory module(s) to enhance memory performance when
enabled.
Disabled Disables this function. (Default)
Profile1 Uses Profile 1 settings.
Profile2 (Note) Uses Profile 2 settings.
&& System Memory Multiplier (SPD)
Allows you to set the system memory multiplier. Auto sets memory multiplier according to memory SPD
data. (Default: Auto)
&& Memory Frequency (MHz)
The first memory frequency value is the normal operating frequency of the memory being used; the second
is the memory frequency that is automatically adjusted according to the System Memory Multiplier
settings.

`` Advanced Memory Settings

&& Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) (Note), System Memory Multiplier (SPD), Memory
Frequency(Mhz)
The settings under the three items above are synchronous to those under the same items on the Advanced
Frequency Settings menu.
&& Performance Enhance
Allows the system to operate at three different performance levels.
Normal Lets the system operate at its basic performance level.
Turbo Lets the system operate at its good performance level. (Default)
Extreme Lets the system operate at its best performance level.
&& DRAM Timing Selectable (SPD)
Quick and Expert allows the Channel Interleaving, Rank Interleaving, and memory timing settings below
to be configurable. Options are: Auto (default), Quick, Expert.

(Note) This item is present only when you install a CPU and a memory module that support this feature.

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&& Profile DDR Voltage
When using a non-XMP memory module or Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) is set to Disabled, this item
will display as 1.50V. When Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) is set to Profile1 or Profile2, this item will
display the value based on the SPD data on the XMP memory.
&& Profile VTT Voltage
The value displayed here is dependent on the CPU being used.
&& Channel Interleaving
Enables or disables memory channel interleaving. Enabled allows the system to simultaneously access
different channels of the memory to increase memory performance and stability. Auto lets the BIOS
automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto)
&& Rank Interleaving
Enables or disables memory rank interleaving. Enabled allows the system to simultaneously access different
ranks of the memory to increase memory performance and stability. Auto lets the BIOS automatically
configure this setting. (Default: Auto)

`` Channel A/B Timing Settings

This sub-menu provides memory timing settings for each channel of memory. The respective timing setting
screens are configurable only when DRAM Timing Selectable is set to Quick or Expert. Note: Your system
may become unstable or fail to boot after you make changes on the memory timings. If this occurs, please reset
the board to default values by loading optimized defaults or clearing the CMOS values.

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`` Advanced Voltage Settings

This sub-menu allows you to set memory voltage.

`` PC Health Status

&& Reset Case Open Status

Disabled Keeps or clears the record of previous chassis intrusion status. (Default)
Enabled Clears the record of previous chassis intrusion status and the Case Opened field will show
"No" at next boot.
&& Case Open
Displays the detection status of the chassis intrusion detection device attached to the motherboard CI
header. If the system chassis cover is removed, this field will show "Yes", otherwise it will show "No". To
clear the chassis intrusion status record, set Reset Case Open Status to Enabled, save the settings to
the CMOS, and then restart your system.
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&& CPU Vcore/Dram Voltage/+3.3V/+12V
Displays the current system voltages.
&& CPU/System Temperature
Displays current CPU/system temperature.
&& CPU/System FAN Speed
Displays current CPU/system fan speeds.
&& CPU Warning Temperature
Sets the warning threshold for CPU temperature. When CPU temperature exceeds the threshold, BIOS will
emit warning sound. Options are: Disabled (default), 60oC/140oF, 70oC/158oF, 80oC/176oF, 90oC/194oF.
&& CPU/System Fan Fail Warning
Allows the system to emit warning sound if the CPU fan or system fan are not connected or fail. Check
the fan condition or fan connection when this occurs. (Default: Disabled)
&& CPU Fan Speed Control
Allows you to determine whether to enable the CPU fan speed control function and adjust the fan speed.
Normal Allows the CPU fan to run at different speeds according to the CPU temperature. (Default)
Silent Allows the CPU fan to run at slow speeds.
Manual Allows you to control the CPU fan speed under the Slope PWM item.
Disabled Allows the CPU fan to run at full speeds.
&& Slope PWM
Allows you to control the CPU fan speed. This item is configurable only when CPU Fan Speed Control is
set to Manual. Options are: 0.75 PWM value /oC ~ 2.50 PWM value /oC.
&& System Fan Speed Control
Allows you to determine whether to enable the system fan speed control function and adjust the fan
speed.
Normal Allows the system fan to run at different speeds according to the system temperature.
(Default)
Silent Allows the system fan to run at slow speeds.
Manual Allows you to control the system fan speed under the Slope PWM item.
Disabled Allows the system fan to run at full speeds.
&& Slope PWM
Allows you to control the system fan speed. This item is configurable only when System Fan Speed Control
is set to Manual. Options are: 0.75 PWM value /oC ~ 2.50 PWM value /oC.

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2-4 System

This section provides information on your CPU, memory, motherboard model, and BIOS version. You can also
select the default language used by the BIOS and manually set the system time.

&& System Language

Selects the default language used by the BIOS.
&& System Date
Sets the system date. The date format is week (read-only), month, date and year. Use <Enter> to switch
between the Month, Date, and Year fields and use the <Page Up> or <Page Down> key to set the desired
value.
&& System Time
Sets the system time. The time format is hour, minute, and second. For example, 1 p.m. is 13:0:0. Use
<Enter> to switch between the Hour, Minute, and Second fields and use the <Page Up> or <Page Down>
key to set the desired value.
&& Access Level
Displays the current access level depending on the type of password protection used. (If no password is
set, the default will display as Administrator.) The Administrator level allows you to make changes to all
BIOS settings; the User level only allows you to make changes to certain BIOS settings but not all.

`` ATA Port Information

This section provides information on the device connected to each SATA port controlled by Intel B75 Chipset.
You can enable/disable each SATA port or enable/disable the hot plug capability.

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2-5 BIOS Features

&& Boot Option Priorities

Specifies the overall boot order from the available devices. For example, you can set hard drive as the
first priority (Boot Option #1) and DVD ROM drive as the second priority (Boot Option #2). The list only
displays the device with the highest priority for a specific type. For example, only hard drive defined as the
first priority on the Hard Drive BBS Priorities submenu will be presented here.
Removable storage devices that support GPT format will be prefixed with "UEFI:" string on the boot device
list. To boot from an operating system that supports GPT partitioning, select the device prefixed with "UEFI:"
string.
Or if you want to install an operating system that supports GPT partitioning such as Windows 7 64-bit, select
the optical drive that contains the Windows 7 64-bit installation disk and is prefixed with "UEFI:" string.
&& Hard Drive/CD/DVD ROM Drive/Floppy Drive/Network Device BBS Priorities
Specifies the boot order for a specific device type, such as hard drives, optical drives, floppy disk drives,
and devices that support Boot from LAN function, etc. Press <Enter> on this item to enter the submenu that
presents the devices of the same type that are connected. This item is present only if at least one device
for this type is installed.
&& Bootup NumLock State
Enables or disables Numlock feature on the numeric keypad of the keyboard after the POST. (Default:
Enabled)
&& Full Screen LOGO Show
Allows you to determine whether to display the GIGABYTE Logo at system startup. Disabled skips the
GIGABYTE Logo when the system starts up. (Default: Enabled)
&& PCI ROM Priority
Allows you to determine which Option ROM to launch. Options are Legacy ROM and EFI Compatible
ROM. (Default: EFI Compatible ROM)

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&& Limit CPUID Maximum (Note)
Allows you to determine whether to limit CPUID maximum value. Set this item to Disabled for Windows XP
operating system; set this item to Enabled for legacy operating system such as Windows NT4.0. (Default:
Disabled)
&& Execute Disable Bit (Note)
Enables or disables Intel Execute Disable Bit function. This function may enhance protection for the computer,
reducing exposure to viruses and malicious buffer overflow attacks when working with its supporting software
and system. (Default: Enabled)
&& Intel Virtualization Technology (Note)
Enables or disables Intel Virtualization Technology. Virtualization enhanced by Intel Virtualization Technology
will allow a platform to run multiple operating systems and applications in independent partitions. With
virtualization, one computer system can function as multiple virtual systems. (Default: Disabled)
&& VT-d (Note)
Enables or disables Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O. (Default: Enabled)

&& Administrator Password

Allows you to configure an administrator password. Press <Enter> on this item, type the password, and
then press <Enter>. You will be requested to confirm the password. Type the password again and press
<Enter>. You must enter the administrator password (or user password) at system startup and when entering
BIOS Setup. Differing from the user password, the administrator password allows you to make changes to
all BIOS settings.
&& User Password
Allows you to configure a user password. Press <Enter> on this item, type the password, and then press
<Enter>. You will be requested to confirm the password. Type the password again and press <Enter>. You
must enter the administrator password (or user password) at system startup and when entering BIOS Setup.
However, the user password only allows you to make changes to certain BIOS settings but not all.

To cancel the password, press <Enter> on the password item and when requested for the password, enter the
correct one first. When prompted for a new password, press <Enter> without entering any password. Press
<Enter> again when prompted to confirm.

(Note) This item is present only when you install a CPU that supports this feature. For more information about
Intel CPUs' unique features, please visit Intel's website.

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2-6 Peripherals

&& LAN PXE Boot Option ROM

Allows you to decide whether to activate the boot ROM integrated with the onboard LAN chip. (Default:
Disabled)

&& SATA Controller(s)

Enables or disables the integrated SATA controllers. (Default: Enabled)
&& SATA Mode Selection
Allows you to decide whether to configure the SATA controller integrated in the Chipset to AHCI mode.
IDE Configures the SATA controller to IDE mode. (Default)

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 AHCI Configures the SATA controller to AHCI mode. Advanced Host Controller Interface
(AHCI) is an interface specification that allows the storage driver to enable advanced
Serial ATA features such as Native Command Queuing and hot plug.
&& xHCI Pre-Boot Driver
Enabled The USB 3.0 ports are routed to the xHCI controller before booting to OS. (Default)
Disabled The USB 3.0 ports are routed to the EHCI controller before booting to OS.
When this item is set to Enabled, the xHCI Mode below will be automatically set to Smart Auto; when this
item is set to Disabled, the xHCI Mode below will be automatically set to Auto.
&& xHCI Mode
Allows you to determine the operating mode for the xHCI controller in OS.
Smart Auto This mode is available only when the BIOS supports the xHCI controller in the pre-boot
environment. This mode is similar to Auto, but it adds the capability to route the ports
to xHCI or EHCI according to setting used in previous boots (for non-G3 boot) in the
pre-boot environment. This allows the use of USB 3.0 devices prior to OS boot. xHCI
controller enabling and rerouting should follow the steps in Auto, when previous boot
routs ports to EHCI. Note: This is the recommended mode when BIOS has xHCI pre-
boot support. (Default)
Auto BIOS routes the sharable ports to EHCI controller. Then it uses ACPI protocols to
provide an option to enable the xHCI controller and reroute the sharable ports. Note:
This is the recommended mode when BIOS does NOT have xHCI pre-boot support.
Enabled All shared ports are eventually routed to the xHCI controller during the BIOS boot process.
If BIOS does not have pre-boot support for the xHCI controller, it should initially route
the sharable ports to the EHCI controller and then prior to OS boot it should route the
ports to xHCI controller. Note: OS has to provide support for the xHCI controller in this
mode. If the OS does not provide support, all sharable ports won't work.
Disabled The USB 3.0 ports are routed to the EHCI controller and the xHCI controller is turned
off. All USB 3.0 devices function as High Speed devices regardless of xHCI software
support/availability. If this item is set to Disabled, the HS Port #1/2/3/4 Switchable
and xHCI Streams items below will become unconfigurable.
&& HS Port #1 Switchable~HS Port #4 Switchable
Enabled Corresponding USB 3.0 port is routed to xHCI. USB 3.0 device attached on port with
Super-Speed capability is visible to xHCI controller. (Default)
Disabled Corresponding USB 3.0 port is routed to EHCI. USB 3.0 device attached on port with
Super-Speed capability function as High-Speed.
&& xHCI Streams
Enables or disables multi-stream data transfer. Note:For Windows 7 USB 3.0 Streams support, devices
may require UASP class driver updates from UASP driver vendors to be fully compatible with Intel USB
3.0 Streams Support. (Default: Enabled)
&& USB Controller
Enables or disables the integrated USB 2.0 controller. (Default: Enabled)
&& Audio Controller
Enables or disables the onboard audio function. (Default: Enabled)
If you wish to install a 3rd party add-in audio card instead of using the onboard audio, set this item to
Disabled.
&& Init Display First
Specifes the frst initiation of the monitor display from the installed PCI graphics card, PCI Express graphics
card, or the onboard graphics.
Auto Lets BIOS automatically configure this setting.
IGFX Sets the onboard graphics as the first display.

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 PEG Sets the PCI Express graphics card on the PCIEX16 slot as the first display.
(Default)
PCI Sets the graphics card on the PCI slot as the first display.
&& Internal Graphics
Enables or disables the onboard graphics function. (Default: Enabled)
&& Internal Graphics Memory Size
Allows you to set the onboard graphics memory size. Options are: 32M~1024M. (Default: 64M)
&& DVMT Total Memory Size
Allows you to allocate the DVMT memory size of the onboard graphics. Options are: 128M, 256M, MAX.
(Default: MAX)
&& Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology
Enables or disables Intel Rapid Start Technology. This item is configurable only when an SSD is installed.
(Default: Disabled)
&& Legacy USB Support
Allows USB keyboard/mouse to be used in MS-DOS. (Default: Enabled)
&& USB3.0 Support
Enables or disables the integrated USB 3.0 controller. (Default: Enabled)
&& XHCI Hand-off
Determines whether to enable XHCI Hand-off feature for an operating system without XHCI Hand-off
support. (Default: Enabled)
&& EHCI Hand-off
Determines whether to enable EHCI Hand-off feature for an operating system without EHCI Hand-off
support. (Default: Disabled)
&& Port 60/64 Emulation
Enables or disables emulation of I/O ports 64h and 60h. This should be enabled for full legacy support
for USB keyboards/mice in MS-DOS or in operating system that does not natively support USB devices.
(Default: Disabled)
&& USB Storage Devices
Displays a list of connected USB mass storage devices. You can configure how each device is going to be
treated. For example, you can emulate a USB flash drive as a floppy disk drive. (Default: Auto)
&& OnBoard LAN Controller#1
Enables or disables the onboard LAN function. (Default: Enabled)
If you wish to install a 3rd party add-in network card instead of using the onboard LAN, set this item to
Disabled.

`` Super IO Configuration
This section provides information on the super I/O chip and allows you to configure the serial port and
parallel port.
&& Serial Port A
Enables or disables the onboard serial port. (Default: Enabled)
&& Parallel Port
Enables or disables the onboard parallel port. (Default: Enabled)

`` Intel(R) Smart Connect Technology

&& ISCT Configuration
Enables or disables Intel Smart Connect Technology. (Default: Disabled)

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2-7 Power Management

&& AC BACK
Determines the state of the system after the return of power from an AC power loss.
Always Off The system stays off upon the return of the AC power. (Default)
Always On The system is turned on upon the return of the AC power.
Memory The system returns to its last known awake state upon the return of the AC power.
&& Power On By Keyboard
Allows the system to be turned on by a PS/2 keyboard wake-up event.
Note: To use this function, you need an ATX power supply providing at least 1A on the +5VSB lead.
Disabled Disables this function. (Default)
Any Key Press any key to turn on the system.
Keyboard 98 Press POWER button on the Windows 98 keyboard to turn on the system.
&& Resume by Alarm
Determines whether to power on the system at a desired time. (Default: Disabled)
If enabled, set the date and time as following:
Wake up day: Turn on the system at a specific time on each day or on a specific day in a month.
Wake up hour/minute/second: Set the time at which the system will be powered on automatically.
Note: When using this function, avoid inadequate shutdown from the operating system or removal of the
AC power, or the settings may not be effective.
&& ErP
Determines whether to let the system consume less than 1W power in S5 (shutdown) state. (Default:
Disabled)
Note: When this item is set to Enabled, the following functions will become unavailable: PME event wake
up, power on by mouse, power on by keyboard, and wake on LAN.
&& High Precision Event Timer (Note)
Enables or disables High Precision Event Timer (HPET) for Windows 7 operating system. (Default:
Enabled)

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&& Soft-Off by PWR-BTTN
Configures the way to turn off the computer in MS-DOS mode using the power button.
Instant-Off Press the power button and then the system will be turned off instantly. (Default)
Delay 4 Sec Press and hold the power button for 4 seconds to turn off the system. If the power
button is pressed for less than 4 seconds, the system will enter suspend mode.
&& Internal Graphics Standby Mode
Allows you to determine whether to let the onboard graphics enter standby mode to decrease power
consumption. (Default: Enabled)
&& Internal Graphics Deep Standby Mode
Allows you to determine whether to let the onboard graphics enter deeper standby mode. (Default:
Enabled)

2-8 Save & Exit

&& Save & Exit Setup

Press <Enter> on this item and select Yes. This saves the changes to the CMOS and exits the BIOS Setup
program. Select No or press <Esc> to return to the BIOS Setup Main Menu.
&& Exit Without Saving
Press <Enter> on this item and select Yes. This exits the BIOS Setup without saving the changes made
in BIOS Setup to the CMOS. Select No or press <Esc> to return to the BIOS Setup Main Menu.
&& Load Optimized Defaults
Press <Enter> on this item and select Yes to load the optimal BIOS default settings. The BIOS defaults
settings help the system to operate in optimum state. Always load the Optimized defaults after updating
the BIOS or after clearing the CMOS values.

(Note) Supported on Windows 7 operating system only.

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&& Boot Override
Allows you to select a device to boot immediately. Press <Enter> on the device you select and select Yes
to confirm. Your system will restart automatically and boot from that device.
&& Save Profiles
This function allows you to save the current BIOS settings to a profile. You can create up to 4 profiles and
save as Setup Profile 1~ Setup Profile 4. Press <Enter> to complete.
&& Load Profiles
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 profile created before, without the hassles of reconfiguring the BIOS
settings. First select the profile you wish to load and then press <Enter> to complete.

Chapter 3 Drivers Installation

•• Before installing the drivers, first install the operating system.
•• After installing the operating system, insert the motherboard driver disk into your optical drive. The
driver Autorun screen is automatically displayed which looks like that shown in the screen shot
below. (If the driver Autorun screen does not appear automatically, go to My Computer, double-click
the optical drive and execute the Run.exe program.)

After inserting the driver disk, "Xpress Install" will automatically scan your system and then list all the drivers
that are recommended to install. You can click the Install All button and "Xpress Install" will install all the
recommended drivers. Or click Install Single Items to manually select the drivers you wish to install.

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Regulatory Statements
Regulatory Notices
This document must not be copied without our written permission, and the contents there of must not be
imparted to a third party nor be used for any unauthorized purpose. Contravention will be prosecuted. We
believe that the information contained herein was accurate in all respects at the time of printing. GIGABYTE
cannot, however, assume any responsibility for errors or omissions in this text. Also note that the information
in this document is subject to change without notice and should not be construed as a commitment by
GIGABYTE.

Our Commitment to Preserving the Environment

In addition to high-efficiency performance, all GIGABYTE motherboards fulfill European Union regulations
for RoHS (Restriction of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment) and WEEE
(Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) environmental directives, as well as most major worldwide safety
requirements. To prevent releases of harmful substances into the environment and to maximize the use of
our natural resources, GIGABYTE provides the following information on how you can responsibly recycle or
reuse most of the materials in your "end of life" product.

Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) Directive Statement

GIGABYTE products have not intended to add and safe from hazardous substances (Cd, Pb, Hg, Cr+6,
PBDE and PBB). The parts and components have been carefully selected to meet RoHS requirement.
Moreover, we at GIGABYTE are continuing our efforts to develop products that do not use internationally
banned toxic chemicals.

Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive Statement

GIGABYTE will fulfill the national laws as interpreted from the 2002/96/EC WEEE (Waste Electrical and
Electronic Equipment) directive. The WEEE Directive specifies the treatment, collection, recycling and
disposal of electric and electronic devices and their components. Under the Directive, used equipment must
be marked, collected separately, and disposed of properly.

WEEE Symbol Statement

The symbol shown below is on the product or on its packaging, which indicates that this product
must not be disposed of with other waste. Instead, the device should be taken to the waste
collection centers for activation of the treatment, collection, recycling and disposal procedure.
The separate collection and recycling of your waste equipment at the time of disposal will help to
conserve natural resources and ensure that it is recycled in a manner that protects human health
and the environment. For more information about where you can drop off your waste equipment for recycling,
please contact your local government office, your household waste disposal service or where you purchased
the product for details of environmentally safe recycling.
ŠŠ When your electrical or electronic equipment is no longer useful to you, "take it back" to your local or
regional waste collection administration for recycling.
ŠŠ If you need further assistance in recycling, reusing in your "end of life" product, you may contact us at the
Customer Care number listed in your product's user's manual and we will be glad to help you with your
effort.

Finally, we suggest that you practice other environmentally friendly actions by understanding and using the
energy-saving features of this product (where applicable), recycling the inner and outer packaging (including
shipping containers) this product was delivered in, and by disposing of or recycling used batteries properly.
With your help, we can reduce the amount of natural resources needed to produce electrical and electronic
equipment, minimize the use of landfills for the disposal of "end of life" products, and generally improve our
quality of life by ensuring that potentially hazardous substances are not released into the environment and
are disposed of properly.

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 Contact Us

GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD.

Address: No.6, Bao Chiang Road, Hsin-Tien Dist., New Taipei City 231,Taiwan
TEL: +886-2-8912-4000, FAX: +886-2-8912-4003
Tech. and Non-Tech. Support (Sales/Marketing) : http://ggts.gigabyte.com.tw
WEB address (English): http://www.gigabyte.com
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You may go to the GIGABYTE website, select your language in the language list on the top right corner of the website.

•• GIGABYTE Global Service System

To submit a technical or non-technical (Sales/Marketing)

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Then select your language to enter the system.

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