GA-Z77-HD3: User's Manual

GA-Z77-HD3
User's Manual
Rev. 1001
12ME-Z77HD3-1001R
Motherboard
GA-Z77-HD3
Motherboard
GA-Z77-HD3
Nov. 2, 2012
Nov. 2, 2012
Copyright
© 2012 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. All rights reserved.
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Disclaimer
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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, or
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Documentation Classifications
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:
Table of Contents
Box Contents....................................................................................................................6
Optional Items..................................................................................................................6
GA-Z77-HD3 Motherboard Layout...................................................................................7
GA-Z77-HD3 Motherboard Block Diagram.......................................................................8
Chapter 1 Hardware Installation......................................................................................9

1-1 Installation Precautions..................................................................................... 9
1-2 Product Specifications..................................................................................... 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 Configuration......................................................................16
1-4-2 Installing a Memory.................................................................................................17
1-5 Installing an Expansion Card.......................................................................... 18
1-6 Back Panel Connectors................................................................................... 19
1-7 Internal Connectors......................................................................................... 21
Chapter 2 BIOS Setup...................................................................................................31

2-1 Startup Screen................................................................................................ 32
2-2 The Main Menu............................................................................................... 33
2-3 M.I.T................................................................................................................ 35
2-4 System............................................................................................................ 46
2-5 BIOS Features................................................................................................ 47
2-6 Peripherals...................................................................................................... 51
2-7 Power Management........................................................................................ 55
2-8 Save & Exit...................................................................................................... 57
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
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3-5 System............................................................................................................ 61
3-6 Download Center............................................................................................ 62
3-7 New Program.................................................................................................. 62
Chapter 4 Unique Features............................................................................................63

4-1 BIOS Update Utilities...................................................................................... 63
4-1-1 Updating the BIOS with the Q-Flash Utility..............................................................63
4-1-2 Updating the BIOS with the @BIOS Utility..............................................................66
4-2 EasyTune 6..................................................................................................... 67
4-3 Q-Share........................................................................................................... 68
4-4 Smart Recovery 2........................................................................................... 69
4-5 eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D)........................................................................... 71
4-6 Auto Green...................................................................................................... 72
4-7 EZ Setup......................................................................................................... 73
4-7-1 Installing EZ Smart Response.................................................................................74
4-7-2 Installing EZ Rapid Start..........................................................................................75
4-7-3 Installing EZ Smart Connect....................................................................................76
Chapter 5 Appendix.......................................................................................................77
5-1 Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s)...................................................................... 77
5-1-1 Configuring SATA Controllers..................................................................................77
5-1-2 Installing the SATA RAID/AHCI Driver and Operating System................................85
5-2 Configuring Audio Input and Output................................................................ 90
5-2-1 Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio....................................................................90
5-2-2 Configuring S/PDIF Out...........................................................................................92
5-2-3 Configuring Microphone Recording.........................................................................93
5-2-4 Using the Sound Recorder......................................................................................95
5-3 Troubleshooting.............................................................................................. 96
5-3-1 Frequently Asked Questions ...................................................................................96
5-3-2 Troubleshooting Procedure.....................................................................................97
5-3-3 Regulatory Statements............................................................................................99
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Box Contents
;; GA-Z77-HD3 motherboard
;; Motherboard driver disk
;; User's Manual
;; Quick Installation Guide
;; Four SATA 6Gb/s cables
;; I/O Shield
The box contents above are for reference only and the actual items shall depend on the product package you
obtain. The box contents are subject to change without notice.
Optional Items
2-port USB 2.0 bracket (Part No. 12CR1-1UB030-6*R)
eSATA bracket (Part No. 12CF1-3SATPW-4*R)
3.5" Front Panel with 2 USB 3.0/2.0 ports (Part No. 12CR1-FPX582-0*R)
HDMI-to-DVI adapter (Part No. 12CT2-HDMI01-1*R)
COM port cable (Part No. 12CF1-1CM001-3*R)
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GA-Z77-HD3 Motherboard Layout
KB_MS_USB
ATX_12V_2X4
DVI
LGA1155
VGA
HDMI
ATX
R_USB30
SYS_FAN2
USB_LAN
AUDIO
SYS_FAN3 CPU_FAN
F_USB30
DDR3_4
DDR3_2
DDR3_3
DDR3_1
PCIEX16
Realtek GbE LAN
PCIEX1_1
GA-Z77-HD3
B_BIOS
CODEC Intel® Z77
PCIEX1_2 PCIe to PCI Bridge
M_BIOS
SATA2 4 3 2 SATA3 1 0
PCIEX4
SATA2 5
iTE Super I/O
PCI1
BAT
PCI2
COMA CLR_CMOS
F_AUDIO SPDIF_O TPM SYS_FAN1 F_USB2 F_USB1 F_PANEL
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GA-Z77-HD3 Motherboard Block Diagram
1 PCI Express x16
CPU CLK+/- (100 MHz)
PCIe CLK
(100 MHz) LGA1155 DDR3 1600/1333/1066 MHz
CPU
Dual Channel Memory
PCI Express Bus

x16
DMI 2.0
FDI
DVI HDMI
LAN 1 PCI Express x4 D-Sub
2 PCI Express x1
RJ45 Dual BIOS
Realtek
GbE LAN 2 SATA 6Gb/s
x1 x4 x1 Intel® Z77
4 SATA 3Gb/s
PCI Express Bus x1
PCIe to PCI 8 USB 2.0/1.1

Bridge
PCI Bus 4 USB 3.0/2.0
LPC
Bus iTE COM
CODEC
Super I/O
PS/2 KB/Mouse
MIC (Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out)
Line Out (Front Speaker Out)
Line In (Rear Speaker Out)
S/PDIF Out
2 PCI
PCI CLK
(33 MHz)
For detailed product information/limitation(s), refer to "1-2 Product Specifications."
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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 Support for Intel® Core™ i7 processors/Intel® Core™ i5 processors/
Intel® Core™ i3 processors/Intel® Pentium® processors/
Intel® Celeron® processors in the LGA1155 package
(Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.)
L3 cache varies with CPU
Chipset Intel® Z77 Express Chipset
Memory 4 x 1.5V DDR3 DIMM sockets supporting up to 32 GB of system memory
* Due to a 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 the size of
the physical memory installed.
Dual channel memory architecture
Support for DDR3 1600/1333/1066 MHz memory modules
* To support DDR3 1600 MHz, you must install an Intel 22nm (Ivy Bridge) CPU.
Support for non-ECC memory modules
Support for Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory modules
(Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory
modules.)
Onboard 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 Realtek ALC887 codec
High Definition Audio
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.
Support for S/PDIF Out
LAN Realtek GbE LAN chip (10/100/1000 Mbit)
Expansion Slots 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.
* Whether PCI Express 3.0 is supported depends on CPU and graphics card compat-
ibility.
1 x PCI Express x16 slot, running at x4 (PCIEX4)
2 x PCI Express x1 slots
(The PCIEX4 and PCI Express x1 slots conform to PCI Express 2.0 standard.)
2 x PCI slots
Multi-Graphics
Support for AMD CrossFire™ technology
Technology
Hardware Installation - 10 -
Storage Interface Chipset:
- 2 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors (SATA3 0/1) supporting up to 2 SATA 6Gb/s
devices
- 4 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors (SATA2 2/3/4/5) supporting up to 4 SATA 3Gb/s
devices
- Support for RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, and RAID 10
* When a RAID set is built across the SATA 6Gb/s and SATA 3Gb/s channels, the
system performance of the RAID set may vary depending on the devices being
connected.
USB Chipset:
- Up to 4 USB 3.0/2.0 ports (2 ports on the back panel, 2 ports available through
the internal USB header)
* In Windows XP, the Intel USB 3.0 ports can support up to USB 2.0 transfer speed.
- Up to 8 USB 2.0/1.1 ports (4 ports on the back panel, 4 ports available through
the internal USB header)
Internal 1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector
Connectors 1 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector
2 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors
4 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors
1 x CPU fan header
3 x system fan headers
1 x front panel header
1 x front panel audio header
1 x S/PDIF Out header
1 x USB 3.0/2.0 header
2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers
1 x Clear CMOS jumper
1 x serial port header
1 x Trusted Platform Module (TPM) header
Back Panel 1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse port
Connectors 1 x D-Sub port
1 x DVI-D port
1 x HDMI port
4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports
2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports
1 x RJ-45 port
3 x audio jacks (Line In/Line Out/Microphone)

I/O Controller iTE I/O Controller Chip
Hardware System voltage detection
Monitor CPU/System temperature detection
CPU/System fan speed detection
CPU overheating warning
CPU/System fan fail warning
CPU/System fan speed control
* Whether the CPU/system fan speed control function is supported will depend on the
CPU/system cooler you install.
BIOS 2 x 64 Mbit flash
Use of licensed AMI EFI BIOS
Support for DualBIOS™
PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.0, SM BIOS 2.6, ACPI 2.0a
Unique Features Support for @BIOS
Support for Q-Flash
Support for Xpress Install
Support for EasyTune
* Available functions in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model.
Support for eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D)
Support for Smart Recovery 2
Support for Auto Green
Support for ON/OFF Charge
Support for Q-Share
Support for 3D Power
Support for EZ Setup
Bundled Norton Internet Security (OEM version)
Software Intel® Smart Response Technology
Intel® Rapid Start Technology
Intel® Smart Connect Technology
Operating
Support for Microsoft® Windows 8/7/XP
System
Form Factor ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 21.5cm
* GIGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to the product specifications and product-related information without
prior notice.
* Please visit the Support & Downloads\Utility page on GIGABYTE's website to check the supported operating system(s)
for the software listed in the "Unique Features" and "Bundled Software" columns.
1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler
Read the following guidelines before you begin to install the CPU:
•• Make sure that the motherboard supports the CPU.
(Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.)
•• Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing the
CPU to prevent hardware damage.
•• Locate the pin one of the CPU. The CPU cannot be inserted if oriented incorrectly. (Or you may
locate the notches on both sides of the CPU and alignment keys on the CPU socket.)
•• Apply an even and thin layer of thermal grease on the surface of the CPU.
•• Do not turn on the computer if the CPU cooler is not installed, otherwise overheating and damage
of the CPU may occur.
•• Set the CPU host frequency in accordance with the CPU 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.
1-3-1 Installing the CPU

A. Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the CPU.
LGA1155 CPU Socket
Alignment Alignment Key

Key
Pin One Corner of the CPU Socket
LGA1155 CPU
Notch Notch
Triangle Pin One Marking on the CPU

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: Step 2:
Gently press the CPU socket lever handle down Remove the CPU socket cover as shown. Hold
and away from the socket with your finger. Then your index finger down on the rear grip of the
socket cover and use your thumb to lift up the
completely lift the CPU socket lever and the metal
front edge (next to the "REMOVE" mark) and
load plate will be lifted as well. then remove the cover. (DO NOT touch socket
contacts. To protect the CPU socket, always
replace the protective socket cover when the CPU
is not installed.)
Step 3: Step 4:
Hold the CPU with your thumb and index fingers. Once the CPU is properly inserted, use one hand
Align the CPU pin one marking (triangle) with the to hold the socket lever and use the other to lightly
pin one corner of the CPU socket (or you may align replace the load plate. When replacing the load
the CPU notches with the socket alignment keys) plate, make sure the front end of the load plate is
and gently insert the CPU into position. under the shoulder screw.
Step 5: NOTE:
Push the CPU socket lever back into its locked Hold the CPU socket lever by the handle, not the
position. lever base portion.
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.)
Male
Push Pin
Direction of
the Arrow Sign The Top
on the Male of Female
Push Pin Push Pin
Female
Push Pin
Step 1: Step 2:
Apply an even and thin layer of thermal grease on Before installing the cooler, note the direction of the
the surface of the installed CPU. arrow sign on the male push pin. (Turning the
push pin along the direction of arrow is to remove
the cooler, on the contrary, is to install.)
Step 3: Step 4:
Place the cooler atop the CPU, aligning the You should hear a "click" when pushing down each
four push pins through the pin holes on the push pin. Check that the Male and Female push
motherboard. Push down on the push pins pins are joined closely.
diagonally. (Refer to your CPU cooler installation manual for
instructions on installing the cooler.)
Step 5: Step 6:
After the installation, check the back of the Finally, attach the power connector of the CPU
motherboard. If the push pin is inserted as the cooler to the CPU fan header (CPU_FAN) on the
picture above shows, the installation is complete. motherboard.
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.

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.
1-4-1 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_2, DDR3_4
Channel B: DDR3_1, DDR3_3
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.
1-4-2 Installing a Memory
Before installing a memory module, make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power
cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the memory module. DDR3 and DDR2 DIMMs are
not compatible to each other or DDR DIMMs. Be sure to install DDR3 DIMMs on this motherboard.
Notch
DDR3 DIMM
A DDR3 memory module has a notch, so it can only fit 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 fingers 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.

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.
PCI Express x16 Slot
PCI Express x1 Slot
PCI Slot
Follow the steps below to correctly install your expansion card in the expansion slot.
1. Locate an expansion slot that supports your card. Remove the metal slot cover from the chassis back panel.
2. Align the card with the slot, and press down on the card until it is fully seated in the slot.
3. Make sure the metal contacts on the card are completely inserted into the slot.
4. Secure the card's metal bracket to the chassis back panel with a screw.
5. After installing all expansion cards, replace the chassis cover(s).
6. Turn on your computer. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to make any required BIOS changes for your
expansion card(s).
7. Install the driver provided with the expansion card in your operating system.
Example: Installing and Removing a PCI Express Graphics Card:
•• Installing a Graphics Card:
Gently push down on the top edge of the card until
it is fully inserted into the PCI Express slot. Make
sure the card is securely seated in the slot and
does not rock.
•• Removing the Card:

Gently push back on the lever on the slot and then lift the card straight out from
the slot.
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 specification and supports a maximum resolution of 1920x1200
(the actual resolutions supported depend on the monitor being used). Connect a monitor that supports
DVI-D connection to this port.
HDMI Port
The HDMI port is HDCP compliant and supports Dolby True HD and DTS HD
Master Audio formats. It also supports up to 192KHz/24bit 8-channel LPCM audio
output. You can use this port to connect your HDMI-supported monitor. The maximum supported resolution
is 1920x1200, but the actual resolutions supported are dependent on the monitor being used.
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.
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.
(Note) The DVI-D port does not support D-Sub connection by adapter.

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 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. Refer to the instructions on setting up a
2/4/5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration in Chapter 5, "Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio."
•• 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.
1-7 Internal Connectors
1 4 2
3 12
14
9 10 13 15 4 11 5 8
1) ATX_12V_2X4 9) F_AUDIO
2) ATX 10) SPDIF_O
3) CPU_FAN 11) F_USB1/F_USB2
4) SYS_FAN1/2/3 12) F_USB30
5) BAT 13) COMA
6) SATA3 0/1 14) CLR_CMOS
7) SATA2 2/3/4/5 15) TPM
8) F_PANEL
Read the following guidelines before connecting external devices:

•• First make sure your devices are compliant with the connectors you wish to connect.
•• Before installing the devices, be sure to turn off the devices and your computer. Unplug the power
cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the devices.
•• After installing the device and before turning on the computer, make sure the device cable has
been securely attached to the connector on the motherboard.
1/2) 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 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_2X4:
Pin No. Definition
8 4 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)
5 1
6 +12V (Only for 2x4-pin 12V)
ATX_12V_2X4 7 +12V
8 +12V
ATX:
Pin No. Definition Pin No. Definition
12 24
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)
ATX)
1 13 12 3.3V (Only for 2x12-pin 24 GND (Only for 2x12-pin
ATX) ATX)
ATX
3/4) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN1/SYS_FAN2/SYS_FAN3 (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 /Speed Control
CPU_FAN 3 Sense
4 Speed Control
SYS_FAN1:
Pin No. Definition
1 GND
1
2 +12V /Speed Control
SYS_FAN1
3 Sense
4 VCC
SYS_FAN2/SYS_FAN3:
Pin No. Definition
1 GND
2 +12V
1
SYS_FAN2/SYS_FAN3 3 Sense
4 Speed Control
•• 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.
DEBUG
PORT
DEBUG
PORT
6) SATA3 0/1 (SATA 6Gb/s Connectors, Controlled by Intel Z77 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 0/1 connectors support
RAID 0 and RAID 1. RAID 5 and RAID 10 can be implemented on the two connectors with the SATA2
2/3/4/5 connector (Note). Refer to Chapter 5, "Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s)," for instructions on configuring
a RAID array.
SATA3 Pin No. Definition

1 GND
1 7
0 2 TXP
1 3 TXN
1 7 4 GND
5 RXN
DEBUG 6 RXP
PORT
7 GND
DEBUG
PORT
DEBUG
PORT
DEBUG
PORT
7) SATA2 2/3/4/5 (SATA 3Gb/s Connectors, Controlled by Intel Z77 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 Z77 Chipset supports RAID 0, RAID 1,
RAID 5, and RAID 10. Refer to Chapter 5, "Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s)," for instructions on configuring
a RAID array.
5
1 7 Pin No. Definition
SATA2
1 GND
1 7 2 TXP
2
3 3 TXN
1 7 4 4 GND
5 RXN
1 7 6 RXP
7 GND
•• A RAID 0 or RAID 1 configuration 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 configuration requires at least three hard drives. (The total number of hard drives does
not have to be an even number.)
•• A RAID 10 configuration requires four hard drives.
(Note) 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.
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-
MSG-
PW-
2 20
1 19
HD-
RES+
CI+
PWR+
PWR-
HD+
RES-
CI-
Hard Drive Reset Power LED
Activity LED Switch
Chassis Intrusion
Header
•• MSG/PWR (Message/Power/Sleep LED, Yellow/Purple):

System Status LED Connects to the power status indicator on the chassis front panel. The LED
S0 On is on when the system is operating. The LED is off when the system is in S3/
S3/S4/S5 Off S4 sleep state or powered off (S5).
•• PW (Power Switch, Red):

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).
•• SPEAK (Speaker, Orange):
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, 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.
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.
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:
1 MIC2_L 1 MIC
9 1
F_ U
2 F_ GND 2 GND F_
3 MIC2_R 3 MIC Power
10 2 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 B Ssupports

S HD audio by default. If your chassis provides an AC'97
B_
front panel audio module, refer to the instructions on how to activate AC'97 functionality via the
1
audio software in Chapter 5, "Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio."

_S panel audio connections simultaneously.
•• Audio signals will be present on both of the front and back
1
1
If you want to mute the back panel audio (only supported when using an HD front panel audio
module), refer to Chapter 5, "Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio." _
•• Some chassis provide a front panel audio module that has separated connectors on each wire B
instead of a single plug. For information

S about connecting the front panel audio module that has
different wire assignments, please contact the chassis manufacturer.
1 2 3
1 2 3
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
1 2 3
1 2 3 S B_
cards) for digital audio output from your motherboard to certain expansion cards like graphics cards and B
sound cards. ForS 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.
_ S
S_
_
B
Pin No. Definition
1 1 SPDIFO
_ U
B SS S 2 GND
S 3 _
B
11) F_USB1/F_USB2 (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
UG
optional USB bracket. For purchasing the optional USB bracket, please contact the local dealer.
T
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
F_USB30 F_ U
12) F_USB30 (USB 3.0/2.0 Header)

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.
20 1
B SS
B_
1
11 10
1
1
1 VBUS 11 D2+
2 SSRX1- 12 D2- S
3 SSRX1+ 13 GND
1 2 3
4 GND 14 SSTX2+
5 SSTX1- 15 SSTX2-
6 SSTX1+ 16 GND 1 2 3
7 GND 17 SSRX2+ S
8 D1- 18 SSRX2-
9 D1+ 19 VBUS
10 NC 20 No Pin
•• 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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Hardware Installation
13) COMA (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-
10 No Pin
14) 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).
B_
15) TPM (Trusted Platform Module Header)

You may connect a TPM (Trusted Platform Module) to this header.
19 1
20 2

1 LCLK 11 LAD0
S
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
S 3 B SS S

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.
For instructions on using the Q-Flash and @BIOS utilities, refer to Chapter 4, "BIOS Update Utilities."
•• 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.)
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2-1 Startup Screen
The following startup Logo screen will appear when the computer boots.
Function Keys
Function Keys:
<DEL>: BIOS SETUP\Q-FLASH
Press the <Delete> key to enter BIOS Setup or to access the Q-Flash utility in BIOS Setup.
<F9>: SYSTEM INFORMATION
Press the <F9> key to display your system information.
<F12>: BOOT MENU
Boot Menu allows you to set the first boot device without entering BIOS Setup. In Boot Menu, use the up
arrow key <h> or the down arrow key to select the first boot device, then press <Enter> to accept. The
system will boot from the device immediately.
Note: The setting in Boot Menu is effective for one time only. After system restart, the device boot order
will still be based on BIOS Setup settings.
<END>: Q-FLASH
Press the <End> key to access the Q-Flash utility directly without having to enter BIOS Setup first.
BIOS Setup - 32 -
2-2 The Main Menu
A. The 3D BIOS Screen (Default)
On GIGABYTE's uniquely designed 3D BIOS screen, you can use your mouse to move through the motherboard
image and click to enter the function menu in each area for quick configuration. For example, pass your mouse
arrow over the CPU and memory sockets and enter the System Tuning menu to configure CPU/memory
frequency, memory timings, and voltage settings. For more detailed configuration items, you can click the
function menu icons at the bottom of the screen or press <F1> to switch to the main menu of the BIOS Setup
program. (If a mouse is not connected, the 3D BIOS screen will automatically switch to the main menu of the
BIOS Setup Program.)
B. The Main Menu of the BIOS Setup Program

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: E11a)
Setup Menus
Switch to Enter Q-Flash

3D BIOS Select Default
screen Language
Help
Function Keys
Configuration Items Current Settings

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BIOS Setup Program Function Keys
<f><g> Move the selection bar to select a setup menu
<h> Move the selection bar to select an configuration item on a menu
<Enter> Execute command or enter a menu
<+>/<Page Up> Increase the numeric value or make changes
<->/<Page Down> Decrease the numeric value or make changes
<F1> Switch to 3D BIOS screen
<F5> Restore the previous BIOS 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
<F12> Capture the current screen as an image and save it to your USB drive
<Esc> Main Menu: Exit the BIOS Setup program
Submenus: Exit current submenu
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.
BIOS Setup - 34 -
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.
&& Processor Graphics Clock
Allows you to set the onboard graphics clock. The adjustable range is from 400 MHz to 1600 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.
BIOS Setup - 36 -
`` Advanced CPU Core Features
&& CPU Clock Ratio, CPU Frequency

The settings above are synchronous to those under the same items on the Advanced Frequency Settings
menu.
&& Internal CPU PLL Overvoltage
Enabled allows CPU PLL voltage to operate at a higher value. Disabled allows CPU PLL voltage to operate
at default value. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto)
&& 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)
(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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&& Hyper-Threading Technology (Note 1)
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 1)
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 1)
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 1)
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 1)
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)
&& Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) (Note 2)

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 2)
Uses Profile 2 settings.
&& System Memory Multiplier
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.
(Note 1) This item is present only when you install a CPU that supports this feature. For more information about
(Note 2) This item is present only when you install a CPU and a memory module that support this feature.
BIOS Setup - 38 -
`` Advanced Memory Settings
&& Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) (Note), System Memory Multiplier, Memory
Frequency(MHz)
The settings 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
Quick and Expert allows the Channel Interleaving, Rank Interleaving, and memory timing settings below
to be configurable. Options are: Auto (default), Quick, Expert.
&& 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
&& 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)
(Note) This item is present only when you install a CPU and a memory module that support this feature.
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`` 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.
`` Advanced Voltage Settings
BIOS Setup - 40 -
`` 3D Power Control
&& PWM Phase Control

Allows you to automatically change the PWM phase according to the CPU load. The power-saving
levels are (from lowest to highest): eXm Perf (Extreme Performance ), High Perf (High Performance),
Perf (Performance), Balanced, Mid PWR (Mid Power), and Lite PWR (Light Power). Auto lets the BIOS
&& Vcore Voltage Response

Allows you to configure the response time for Vcore changes using preset levels.

Auto Lets BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default)

Standard~Fast Selects Standard or Fast which represents different levels of the response time
for Vcore changes.
&& Vcore Loadline Calibration

Allows you to set the Load-Line Calibration level for the Vcore. The levels are (from highest to lowest):
Extreme, Turbo, High, Medium, Low, and Standard. Selecting a higher level keeps the Vcore more consistent
with what is set in BIOS under heavy load. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting and sets
the voltage following Intel's specifications. (Default: Auto)
&& GFX Voltage Loadline Calibration
Allows you to set the Load-Line Calibration level for the GFX voltage. The levels are (from highest to lowest):
High, Medium, Low, and Standard. Selecting a higher level keeps the GFX voltage more consistent with
what is set in BIOS under heavy load. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting and sets the
voltage following Intel's specifications. (Default: Auto)
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&& Vcore Protection
Allows you to set the voltage limit on the Vcore for over-voltage protection. The adjustable range is from
150.0mV to 300.0mV. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto)
&& Vcore Current Protection
Allows you to set the over-current protection level for the Vcore.


Standard~Extreme Selects Standard, Low, Medium, High, Turbo, or Extreme which represents different
level of over-current protection for the Vcore.
&& GFX Current Protection
Allows you to set the over-current protection level for the GFX voltage.


Standard~Extreme Selects Standard, Low, Medium, High, Turbo, or Extreme which represents different
level of over-current protection for the GFX voltage.
&& Vcore PWM Thermal Protection
Allows you to set the PWM thermal protection threshold for the Vcore area. Options are 130.0oC and
135.0oC. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto)
`` CPU Core Voltage Control

This section provides CPU voltage control options.
`` DRAM Voltage Control

This section provides memory voltage control options.
BIOS Setup - 42 -
`` 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 Open 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 Control mode

Auto Lets the BIOS automatically detect the type of CPU fan installed and sets the optimal CPU
fan control mode. (Default)

Voltage Sets Voltage mode for a 3-pin CPU fan.

PWM Sets PWM mode for a 4-pin CPU fan.
Note: The Voltage mode can be set for a 3-pin CPU fan or a 4-pin CPU fan. However, for a 4-pin CPU
fan that is not designed following Intel PWM fan specifications, selecting PWM mode may not effectively
reduce the fan speed.
&& 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. You can
adjust the fan speed with EasyTune based on your system requirements. (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.
&& 1st/2nd/3rd 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 fans to run at different speeds according to the system temperature. You
can adjust the fan speed with EasyTune based on your system requirements. (Default)

Silent Allows the system fans to run at slow speeds.

Manual Allows you to control the system fans speed under the Slope PWM item.

Disabled Allows the system fans to run at full speeds.
&& Slope PWM
Allows you to control the system fan speed. This item is configurable only when 1st/2nd/3rd System Fan
Speed Control is set to Manual. Options are: 0.75 PWM value /oC ~ 2.50 PWM value /oC.
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`` Miscellaneous Settings
&& PEG - Gen X

Allows you to set the operation mode of the PCI Express slots to Gen 1, Gen 2, or Gen 3. Actual operation
mode is subject to the hardware specification of each slot. For example, the PCI Express x1 slots can
support up to Gen 2 mode only. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto)
&& Legacy BenchMark Enhancement
Allows you to determine whether to enhance some legacy benchmark performance. (Default: Disabled)
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2-4 System
This section provides information on your 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 Z77 Chipset.
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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.
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&& 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)
&& Security Option
Specifies whether a password is required every time the system boots, or only when you enter BIOS Setup.
After configuring this item, set the password(s) under the Administrator Password/User Password item.

Setup A password is only required for entering the BIOS Setup program.

System A password is required for booting the system and for entering the BIOS Setup program.
(Default)
&& 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)
&& 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)
&& CSM Support
Enables or disables UEFI CSM (Compatibility Support Module) to support a legacy PC boot process.

Always Enables UEFI CSM. (Default)

Never Disables UEFI CSM and supports UEFI BIOS boot process only.
&& Boot Mode Selection
Allows you to select which type of operating system to boot.
UEFI and LegacyAllows booting from operating systems that support legacy option ROM or UEFI option
ROM. (Default)

Legacy Only Allows booting from operating systems that only support legacy Option ROM.

UEFI Only Allows booting from operating systems that only support UEFI Option ROM.
This item is configurable only when CSM Support is set to Always.
(Note) This item is present only when you install a CPU that supports this feature. For more information about
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&& LAN PXE Boot Option ROM
Allows you to select whether to enable the legacy option ROM for the LAN controller. (Default: Disabled)
&& Storage Boot Option Control
Allows you to select whether to enable the UEFI or legacy option ROM for the storage device controller.

Disabled Disables option ROM.

Legacy Only Enables legacy option ROM only. (Default)

UEFI Only Enables UEFI option ROM only.

Legacy First Enables legacy option ROM first.

UEFI First Enables UEFI option ROM first.
&& Display Boot Option Control
Allows you to select whether to enable the UEFI or legacy option ROM for the graphics controller.

Disabled Disables option ROM.

Legacy Only Enables legacy option ROM only. (Default)

UEFI Only Enables UEFI option ROM only.

Legacy First Enables legacy option ROM first.

UEFI First Enables UEFI option ROM first.
&& Other PCI Device ROM Priority
Allows you to select whether to enable the UEFI or Legacy option ROM for the PCI device controller other
than the LAN, storage device, and graphics controllers.

Legacy OpROM Enables legacy option ROM only.

UEFI OpROM Enables UEFI option ROM only. (Default)
&& Network stack
Disables or enables booting from the network to install a GPT format OS, such as installing the OS from
the Windows Deployment Services server. (Default: Disable Link)
&& Ipv4 PXE Boot Support
Enables or disables IPv4 PXE Support. This item is configurable only when Network stack is enabled.
&& Ipv6 PXE Boot Support
Enables or disables IPv6 PXE Support. This item is configurable only when Network stack is enabled.
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&& 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.
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2-6 Peripherals
&& SATA Controller(s)

Enables or disables the integrated SATA controllers. (Default: Enabled)
&& SATA Mode Selection
Enables or disables RAID for the SATA controllers integrated in the Intel Z77 Chipset or configures the
SATA controllers to AHCI mode.

IDE Configures the SATA controller to IDE mode. (Default)

RAID Enables RAID for the SATA controller.

AHCI Configures the SATA controllers 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.
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&& 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.
If you want to set xHCI Mode below to Smart Auto, set this item to Enabled; when this item is set to Disabled,
xHCI Mode 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.

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. (Default)

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. The USB 3.0 device attached on this
port with Super-Speed capability is visible to xHCI controller. (Default)

Disabled Corresponding USB 3.0 port is routed to EHCI. The USB 3.0 device attached on this
port with Super-Speed capability will 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)
&& USB2.0 Controller
Enables or disables the integrated USB 2.0/1.1 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.
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&& Init Display First
Specifies the first initiation of the monitor display from the installed PCI graphics card, PCI Express graphics
card or the onboard graphics.


IGFX Sets the onboard graphics as the first display.

PEG Sets the PCI Express graphics card on the PCIEX16 slot as the first display.

PCI Sets the graphics card on the PCI slot as the first display.
&& Internal Graphics
Enables or disables the onboard graphics function. (Default: Auto)
&& 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)
&& 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. This item appears only when a USB storage
device is installed.
`` Trusted Computing
&& TPM SUPPORT
Enables or disables Trusted Platform Module (TPM). Set this item to Enable when a TPM device is installed.
(Default: Disable)
&& 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.
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`` Super IO Configuration
This section provides information on the super I/O chip and allows you to configure the serial port.
&& Serial Port A
Enables or disables the onboard serial 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
&& 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 least 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)
&& 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.
&& PME Event Wake Up
Allows the system to be awakened from an ACPI sleep state by a wake-up signal from a PCI or PCIe
device. Note: To use this function, you need an ATX power supply providing at least 1A on the +5VSB lead.
(Default: Enabled)
&& Internal Graphics Standby Mode
Allows you to determine whether to let the onboard graphics enter standby mode to decrease power
consumption. (Default: Enabled)
(Note) Supported on Windows 7 operating system only.
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&& Internal Graphics Deep Standby Mode
Allows you to determine whether to let the onboard graphics enter deeper standby mode. (Default: Enabled)
&& AC BACK
Determines the state of the system after the return of power from an AC power loss.

Memory The system returns to its last known awake state upon the return of the AC power.

Always On The system is turned on upon the return of the AC power.

Always Off The system stays off upon the return of the AC power. (Default)
&& 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.


Password Set a password with 1~5 characters to turn on the system.

Keyboard 98 Press POWER button on the Windows 98 keyboard to turn on the system.
Key
Any Press any key to turn on the system.
&& Power On Password
當Set the password when Power On By Keyboard is set to Password.
Press <Enter> on this item and set a password with up to 5 characters and then press <Enter> to accept.
To turn on the system, enter the password and press <Enter>.
Note: To cancel the password, press <Enter> on this item. When prompted for the password, press <Enter>
again without entering the password to clear the password settings.
&& Power On By Mouse
Allows the system to be turned on by a PS/2 mouse wake-up event.
Note: To use this function, you need an ATX power supply providing at least 1A on the +5VSB lead.


Move Move the mouse to turn on the system.

Double Click Double click on left button on the mouse to turn on the system.
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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.
&& 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 8 profiles and
save as Setup Profile 1~ Setup Profile 8. Press <Enter> to complete. Or you can select Select File in
HDD/USB/FDD to save the profile to your storage device.
&& 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. You can select Select
File in HDD/USB/FDD to input the profile previously created from your storage device or load the profile
automatically created by the BIOS, such as reverting the BIOS settings to the last settings that worked
properly (last known good record).
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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.)
3-1 Installing Chipset Drivers
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.
•• Please ignore the popup dialog box(es) (e.g. the Found New Hardware Wizard) displayed when
"Xpress Install" is installing the drivers. Failure to do so may affect the driver installation.
•• Some device drivers will restart your system automatically during the driver installation. After the
system restart, "Xpress Install" will continue to install other drivers.
•• After "Xpress Install" installs all of the drivers, a dialog box will appear asking whether to install
new GIGABYTE utilities. Click Yes to automatically install the utilities. Or click No if you want to
manually select the utilities to install on the Application Software page later.
•• For USB 2.0 driver support under the Windows XP operating system, please install the Windows XP
Service Pack 1 or later. After installing the SP1 (or later), if a question mark still exists in Universal
Serial Bus Controller in Device Manager, please remove the question mark (by right-clicking
your mouse and select Uninstall) and restart the system. (The system will then autodetect and
install the USB 2.0 driver.)
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3-2 Application Software
This page displays all the utilities and applications that GIGABYTE develops and some free software. You can
click the Install button on the right of an item to install it.
3-3 Technical Manuals

This page provides the content descriptions for this driver disk.
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3-4 Contact
For the detailed contact information of the GIGABYTE Taiwan headquarter or worldwide branch offices, click
the URL on this page to link to the GIGABYTE website.
3-5 System
This page provides the basic system information.
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3-6 Download Center
To update the BIOS, drivers, or applications, click the Download Center button to link to the GIGABYTE website.
The latest version of the BIOS, drivers, or applications will be displayed.
3-7 New Program

This page provides a quick link to GIGABYTE's lately developed utilities for users to install. You can click the
Install button on the right of an item to install it.
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Chapter 4 Unique Features
4-1 BIOS Update Utilities
GIGABYTE motherboards provide two unique BIOS update tools, Q-Flash™ and @BIOS™. GIGABYTE Q-Flash
and @BIOS are easy-to-use and allow you to update the BIOS without the need to enter MS-DOS mode.
Additionally, this motherboard features the DualBIOS™ design, which enhances protection for the safety and
stability of your computer by adding one more physical BIOS chip.
What is DualBIOS™?
Motherboards that support DualBIOS have two BIOS onboard, a main BIOS and
a backup BIOS. Normally, the system works on the main BIOS. However, if the
main BIOS is corrupted or damaged, the backup BIOS will take over on the next system boot and copy the
BIOS file to the main BIOS to ensure normal system operation. For the sake of system safety, users cannot
update the backup BIOS manually.
What is Q-Flash™?
With Q-Flash you can update the system BIOS without having to enter operating
systems like MS-DOS or Window first. Embedded in the BIOS, the Q-Flash tool
frees you from the hassles of going through complicated BIOS flashing process.
What is @BIOS™?
@BIOS allows you to update the system BIOS while in the Windows environment.
@BIOS will download the latest BIOS file from the nearest @BIOS server site
and update the BIOS.
4-1-1 Updating the BIOS with the Q-Flash Utility

A. Before You Begin
1. From GIGABYTE's website, download the latest compressed BIOS update file that matches your
motherboard model.
2. Extract the file and save the new BIOS file (e.g. Z77HD3.F1) to your USB flash drive or hard drive. Note:
The USB flash drive or hard drive must use FAT32/16/12 file system.
3. Restart the system. During the POST, press the <End> key to enter Q-Flash. Note: You can access Q-Flash
by either pressing the <End> key during the POST or pressing the <F8> key in BIOS Setup. However, if the
BIOS update file is saved to a hard drive in RAID/AHCI mode or a hard drive attached to an independent
SATA controller, use the <End> key during the POST to access Q-Flash.
Because BIOS flashing is potentially risky, please do it with caution. Inadequate BIOS flashing may
result in system malfunction.
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B. Updating the BIOS
In the main menu of Q-Flash, use the keyboard or mouse to select an item to execute. When updating the
BIOS, choose the location where the BIOS file is saved. The following procedure assumes that you save the
BIOS file to a USB flash drive.
Step 1:
1. Insert the USB flash drive containing the BIOS file into the computer. In the main menu of Q-Flash, select
Update BIOS From Drive.
•• The Save BIOS to Drive option allows you to save the current BIOS file.
•• Q-Flash only supports USB flash drive or hard drives using FAT32/16/12 file system.
•• If the BIOS update file is saved to a hard drive in RAID/AHCI mode or a hard drive attached to
an independent SATA controller, use the <End> key during the POST to access Q-Flash.
2. Select USB Flash Drive.

Q-Flash Utility v1.05
Model Name : Z77-HD3
BIOS Version : E11c
BIOS Date : 10/03/2012
Flash Type/Size : MXIC 25L6465E/6406E 8MB
Update BIOS From Drive
Save BIOS
Select to Drive
Device
Return to BIOS setup
USB Flash Drive
3. Select the BIOS update file.

Make sure the BIOS update file matches your motherboard model.
Step 2:
The process of the system reading the BIOS file from the USB flash drive is displayed on the screen. When
the message "Are you sure to update BIOS?" appears, select Yes to begin the BIOS update. The monitor will
display the update process.
•• Do not turn off or restart the system when the system is reading/updating the BIOS.
•• Do not remove the USB flash drive or hard drive when the system is updating the BIOS.
Step 3:
When the update process is complete, select Reboot to reboot the system.
Q-Flash
BIOS update is completed.

Power off
Reboot
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Step 4:
During the POST, press <Delete> to enter BIOS Setup. Select Load Optimized Defaults on the Save & Exit
screen and press <Enter> to load BIOS defaults. System will re-detect all peripheral devices after a BIOS update,
so we recommend that you reload BIOS defaults.
Select Yes to load BIOS defaults
Step 5:
Select Save & Exit Setup and press <Enter>. And then select Yes to save settings to CMOS and exit BIOS
Setup. The procedure is complete after the system restarts.
4-1-2 Updating the BIOS with the @BIOS Utility
A. Before You Begin
1. In Windows, close all applications and TSR (Terminate and Stay Resident) programs. This helps prevent
unexpected failures when performing a BIOS update.
2. During the BIOS update process, ensure the Internet connection is stable and do NOT interrupt the Internet
connection (for example, avoid a power loss or switching off the Internet). Failure to do so may result in a
corrupted BIOS or a system that is unable to start.
3. Do not use the G.O.M. (GIGABYTE Online Management) function when using @BIOS.
4. GIGABYTE product warranty does not cover any BIOS damage or system failure resulting from an
inadequate BIOS flashing.
B. Using @BIOS
1. Update the BIOS Using the Internet Update Function:

Click Update BIOS from GIGABYTE Server, select the @BIOS server site closest to your location and
then download the BIOS file that matches your motherboard model. Follow the on-screen instructions to
complete.
If the BIOS update file for your motherboard is not present on the @BIOS server site, please
manually download the BIOS update file from GIGABYTE's website and follow the instructions in
"Update the BIOS without Using the Internet Update Function" below.
2. Update the BIOS without Using the Internet Update Function:
Click Update BIOS from File, then select the location where you save the BIOS update file obtained from
the Internet or through other source. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete.
3. Save the Current BIOS File:

Click Save Current BIOS to File to save the current BIOS file.
4. Load BIOS Defaults after BIOS Update:

Select the Load CMOS default after BIOS update check box and then the system will automatically load
BIOS defaults after BIOS update and after the system restarts.
C. After Updating the BIOS

Restart your system after updating the BIOS.
Make sure that the BIOS file to be flashed matches your motherboard model. Updating the
BIOS with an incorrect BIOS file could cause your system not to boot.
4-2 EasyTune 6
GIGABYTE's EasyTune 6 is a simple and easy-to-use interface that allows users to fine-tune their system
settings or do overclock/overvoltage in Windows environment. The user-friendly EasyTune 6 interface also
includes tabbed pages for CPU and memory information, letting users read their system-related information
without the need to install additional software.
The EasyTune 6 Interface
Tabs Information
Tab Function
The CPU tab provides information on the installed CPU and motherboard.
The Memory tab provides information on the installed memory module(s). You can select memory
module on a specific slot to see its information.
The Tuner tab allows you to change memory settings and voltages.
•• Quick Boost mode provides you with 3 levels of CPU frequency/base clock to choose to
achieve desired system performance.
After making changes in Quick Boost mode or clicking Default to restore to default values, be
sure to restart your system for these changes to take effect.
•• Easy mode provides information on CPU/memory.
•• Advanced mode allows you to individually change system clock settings and voltages settings
using the sliders.
•• Save allows you to save the current settings to a new profile (.txt file).
•• Load allows you to load previous settings from a profile.
After making changes in Easy mode/Advanced mode, be sure to click Set for these changes to take
effect or click Default to restore to default values.
The button automatically provides you with the fastest and most stable frequency to
enhance system performance.
The Graphics tab allows you to change the core clock and memory clock for your AMD or NVIDIA
graphics card.
The Smart tab allows you to specify a Smart Fan mode. Smart Fan Advanced mode allows the fan
speed to be changed linearly based on the temperature thresholds you set.
The HW Monitor tab allows you to monitor hardware temperature, voltage and fan speed and set
temperature/fan speed alarm. You can choose the alert sound from the buzzer or use your own sound
file (.wav file).
Available functions in EasyTune 6 may differ by motherboard model. Grayed-out area(s) indicates that the item is not
configurable or the function is not supported.
Incorrectly doing overclock/overvoltage may result in damage to the hardware components such as CPU, chipset, and
memory and reduce the useful life of these components. Before you do the overclock/overvoltage, make sure that you
fully know each function of EasyTune 6, or system instability or other unexpected results may occur.
4-3 Q-Share
Q-Share is an easy and convenient data sharing tool. After configuring your LAN connection settings and Q-Share,
you are able to share your data with computers on the same network, making full use of Internet resources.
Directions for using Q-Share

After installing Q-Share from the motherboard driver disk, go to Start>All Programs>GIGABYTE>Q-Share.exe
to launch the Q-Share tool. Find the Q-Share icon in the notification area and right-click on this icon to
configure the data sharing settings.
Figure 1. Data Sharing Disabled Figure 2. Data Sharing Enabled
Options Descriptions
Option Description
Connect ... Displays the computers with data sharing enabled
Enable Incoming Folder ... Enables data sharing
Disable Incoming Folder ... Disables data sharing
Open Incoming Folder : Accesses the shared data folder
C:\Q-ShareFolder
Change Incoming Folder : Changes the data folder to be shared (Note)
C:\Q-ShareFolder
Update Q-Share ... Updates Q-Share online
About Q-Share ... Displays the current Q-Share version
Exit... Exits Q-Share
(Note) This option is available only when data sharing is NOT enabled.
4-4 Smart Recovery 2
Smart Recovery 2 allows you to back up a partition as an image file every hour. You can use these images to
restore your system or files when needed.
The Smart Recovery 2 main menu:

Button Function
Settings Allows you to select the source and destination partition
Backup Now Allows you to perform the backup immediately
File Recovery... Allows you to recover your files from the backup image
System Allows you to recover your system from the backup
Recovery... image
•• Supported operating systems: Windows 7 and Vista.

•• Smart Recovery 2 only supports NTFS file system.
•• You need to select the destination partition in Settings the first time
you use Smart Recovery 2.
•• The Backup Now button will be available only after you log in
Windows for ten minutes.
Creating a backup:
Click the Settings button on the main menu. In the Settings dialog
box, select the source partition and destination partition and click OK.
The initial backup will start after 10 minutes and regular backup will be
performed hourly. Note: By default, all partitions on the system drive
are selected as the backup source. The backup destination cannot be
on the same partition as the backup source.
Saving the the backup to a network location:

If you want to save the backup to a network location, select Browse
network location. Make sure your computer and the computer where
you want to save the backup are in the same domain. Choose the
network location where you want to store the backup and enter the user
name and password. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete.
Recovering a file:
Click the File Recovery button on the main menu. Use the time slider on
the top of the popped out window to select a previous backup time. The
right pane will display the backed-up partitions in the backup destination
(in the My Backup folder). Browse to the file you want and copy it.
Recovering your system with Smart Recovery 2 (Windows 7 only):
Steps:
1. Click the System Recovery button on the main menu.
2. Select the location where your backup is saved.
3. Use the time slider to select a time point.
4. Select a partition backup created on the selected time point and
click Restore.
5. Confirm whether to restart your system to proceed with the restore
immediately or later. Once you respond "Yes" the system will restart to
the Windows recovery environment. Follow the onscreen instructions
to restore your system.
•• For Windows Vista, refer to the steps below to use the original
Windows installation disk for system recovery.
•• All of your files and programs will be deleted and replaced with those
on the selected backup. If needed, be sure to make a copy of your
data before the restore.
Recovering your system using the original Windows installation disk:

In case Windows or your hard drive has serious errors, use the original Windows installation disk for system recovery.
Steps:
1. Restart your computer to boot from the original Windows installation disk.
2. When the Windows installation screen appears, select your language and click Next.
3. Select Repair your computer.
4. Select Restore your computer using a system image that you created earlier and then click Next.
5. Select the backup you want to use and then follow the on-screen instructions to complete.
For further instructions, refer to the Help file of Smart Recovery 2.
4-5 eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D)
With GIGABYTE eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D) (Note 1), users can quickly configure a RAID-
ready system for RAID 0 when a new SATA drive is added. For a RAID 0 array that already
exists, users also can use X.H.D to easily add a hard drive into the array to expand its
capacity. All with a simple click of a button, X.H.D helps to enhance your hard drive read/
write performance without the need for complex and time-consuming configurations. The
following procedure details the steps to set up a RAID-ready system and configure it for RAID 0.
A. Setting Up a RAID-Ready System

Step 1: Configure the system BIOS
Enter the system BIOS Setup program to enable RAID for the Intel SATA controllers.
Step 2: Install the RAID driver and operating system

The X.H.D utility supports Windows 7/XP. Before installing the operating system, you have to load the SATA controller
driver first. Without the driver, the hard drive may not be recognized during the Windows setup process. (For more
details, refer to Chapter 5, "Installing the SATA RAID/AHCI Driver and Operating System." )
Step 3: Install the motherboard drivers and the X.H.D utiltiy

After installing the operating system, insert the motherboard driver disk. You can click the Xpress Install All
button to automatically install all motherboard drivers, including the X.H.D utility. Or you can go to the Application
Software screen to individually install the X.H.D utility later.
B. Using GIGABYTE eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D)

Instructions (Note 2):
Before launching X.H.D, make sure the newly added harddrive
has equal or greater capacity than the RAID-ready system
drive. (To add a new hard drive into a RAID 0 array that's been
created earlier, make sure the new drive is greater than or
equal to the biggest drive in the array.)
1. To automatically set up a RAID 0 array:

Click Auto to automatically and quickly set up a RAID 0 array.
2. To manually set up a RAID array (Note 3):

Click Manual to access the Intel Rapid Storage Technology, with which you can build a RAID 0, RAID 1,
or other supported RAID array depending on your needs and hardware components.
3. Exits the X.H.D utility:

Click Cancel to exit the X.H.D utility.
(Note 1) The X.H.D utility only supports the SATA controllers integrated in the Intel Chipset.
(Note 2) It is recommended that before you run the X.H.D utility, back up all of your data to avoid risk of hardware
damage or lost of data.
(Note 3) If you manually build a non-RAID 0 array, you'll not be able to automatically set up a RAID 0 array
later using the Auto function.
4-6 Auto Green
Auto Green is an easy-to-use tool that provides users with simple options to enable system power savings via
a Bluetooth cell phone. When the phone is out of the range of the computer's Bluetooth receiver, the system
will enter the specified power saving mode.
The Configuration dialog box:
First, you have to set your Bluetooth cell phone as a portable key. On the Auto Green main
menu, click Configure and then click Configure BT devices. Select the Bluetooth cell
phone that you want to use as the portable key (Note 1). (If the screen doesn't display your
Bluetooth cell phone, click Refresh to let Auto Green re-detect the device.)
Before creating a Bluetooth cell phone key, make sure your motherboard
has a Bluetooth receiver and you have turned on the search and Bluetooth
functions on your phone.
Configuring the Bluetooth cell phone key:
After you select a cell phone, the Add device as shown on the left will appear. Enter a
passkey (8~16 digits recommended) which will be used for pairing with the cell phone.
Then enter the same passkey on your cell phone.
Configuring other Bluetooth settings:

On the Other Settings tab, you can set how much time it takes to scan your Bluetooth
cell phone key, how many times to rescan the key to make sure it is in range of your
computer, and when to turn off the hard drive if the system energy saving state lasts
over the predetermined period of time. After completing the settings, click Set for the
settings to take effect and then click Exit to quit.
•• Device Scan Time (sec.):

Set the length of time Auto Green scans your Bluetooth cell phone key, ranging from 5 to 30 seconds in 5-second increment.
Auto Green searches for the key based on the length of time you set.
•• Rescan Times:
Set how many times Auto Green will rescan your Bluetooth cell phone key if it does not detect it, ranging from 2 to 5 times. Auto
Green will keep rescanning according to the times you set. When the times limit is reached and your Bluetooth cell phone key is
still not detected, the system will enter the selected energy saving mode.
•• Turn off HD:
Set when to turn off the hard drive. If the system inactivity time exceeds the specified time limit, the hard drive will be turned off.
Selecting a system energy saving mode:
Depending on your needs, select a system power saving mode on the Auto Green
main menu and click Save to save the settings.
Button Description
Standby Enters Power on Suspend mode
Suspend Enters Suspend to RAM mode
Disable Disables this function
The Bluetooth dongle included in the motherboard package(Note 2) allows
you to wake up the system from Suspend to RAM mode without the
need to press the power button first.
(Note 1) If your cell phone has been configured as the Auto Green key, you'll not be able to use it to connect to other Bluetooth
device(s) when Auto Green is enabled.
(Note 2) Whether the Bluetooth dongle is included depends on the motherboard models. Before installing the Bluetooth
dongle, be sure to turn off other Bluetooth receiver on your computer.
4-7 EZ Setup
EZ Setup consists of the EZ Smart Response (Note), EZ Rapid Start, and EZ Smart Connect utilities. The EZ
Setup application frees you from complicated installation and configuration process and allows you to use the
application with ease.
Installing EZ Setup
After inserting the GIGABYTE motherboard driver disk, click Express Install to install all motherboard drivers. After
completion, go to the New Program menu and click Install on the right of the EZ Setup application to install it.
Launching EZ Setup
Step 1:
While in the operating system, go to Start\All Programs\GIGABYTE and select EZ Setup. (Figure 1)
Step 2:
Select the utilities you wish to install and click Setup to begin the installation. (Figure 2)
Figure 2
Figure 1
•• For detailed configurations, please refer to Intel's documentation.

•• During the installation process, the system will configure the BIOS settings and install required
drivers. The system may restart automatically a few times.
(Note) Not supported on the Intel B75 Chipset.
4-7-1 Installing EZ Smart Response
A. System Requirements
1. An Intel Chipset-based motherboard supporting this feature (Note 1)
2. An Intel Core series processor
3. RAID enabled for the Intel SATA controllers in BIOS Setup
4. A conventional SATA disk and an SSD (Note 2)
5. Windows 7 with SP1 (Note 3)
If you have installed the operating system before configuring the Smart Response Technology, all
original data on the hard disk will be lost once you enable RAID mode. It is recommended that you
back up the hard disk before enabling the Smart Response Technology.
B. Installation
Step 1:
Select EZ Smart Response and click Setup. (Figure 1)
Step 2:
A warning message indicating that the system will be forced to RAID mode will appear. (Note 4) Select Yes and
the system will restart. (Figure 2)
Step 3:
After the system restarts, it will install the Intel Raid Storage Technology driver automatically. The system will
restart again after the driver installation.
Figure 2
Figure 1
C. Disabling EZ Smart Response
To disable EZ Smart Response, select Disable EZ Smart
Response and click Setup.
(Note 1) Not supported on the Intel B75 Chipset.

(Note 2) The SSD works as a cache of the hard disk. The maximum cache memory size is 64 GB. If you use
an SSD larger than 64 GB, the space beyond 64 GB can still be used for storing your data.
(Note 3) The operating system must be installed to the SATA disk.
(Note 4) Regardless of the BIOS settings, be it IDE or AHCI mode, the system will be forced to RAID mode.
4-7-2 Installing EZ Rapid Start
1. Intel Rapid Start Technology enabled in BIOS Setup
2. Windows 7 with SP1
3. An SSD with size larger than the total system memory
4. AHCI/RAID mode supported (please note if the SSD has been assigned as a member of a RAID array, it
cannot be used to set up Intel Rapid Start store partition); IDE mode not supported
B. Installation
Step 1:
Select EZ Rapid Start and click Setup. (Figure 1)
Step 2:
A warning message indicating the system will be forced to RAID mode will appear. (Note) Select Yes and the system
will restart and automatically enable Intel Rapid Start Technology in the BIOS Setup. (Figure 2)
Step 3:
After the system restarts, it will install the Intel Raid Start Technology Manager driver automatically. The system
will restart again after the driver installation.
Figure 2
Figure 1
C. Disabling EZ Rapid Start

To disable EZ Rapid Start, select Disable EZ Rapid Start
and click Setup.
•• The default compressed space is the system memory size plus 2 GB. For example, if the system
memory size is 8 GB, the default compressed space is 8 GB plus 2 GB, so the SSD capacity will
decrease by 10 GB. If EZ Rapid Start is disabled, the decreased 10 GB will be returned to the SSD.
•• If you want to upgrade your system memory, disable EZ Rapid Start first and re-install it to ensure
it can work normally.
(Note) On an Intel Z77 Chipset motherboard, the Intel SATA controllers will be forced to RAID mode if they
are set to IDE mode. On an Intel B75 Chipset motherboard, the Intel SATA controllers will be forced
to AHCI mode if they are set to IDE mode.
4-7-3 Installing EZ Smart Connect
1. Intel Smart Connect Technology enabled in BIOS Setup
2. Windows 7 with SP1
3. Normal network connection
4. Programs added to the White List must be enabled
B. Installation
Step 1:
Select EZ Smart Connect and click Setup. Then restart your system. The system will restart and automatically
enable Intel Smart Connect Technology in the BIOS Setup. (Figure 1)
Step 2:
Launch EZ Setup again, select EZ Smart Connect, and then click Setup. Follow the on-screen instructions to
install the Intel Smart Connect Technology driver (Figure 2). Restart your system after the driver installation.
Figure 1 Figure 2
C. Configuring EZ Smart Connect

Select Config (Figure 3) and add new programs to the White Program list (Note ) (Figure 4). Then click OK and
restart the system.
Figure 4
Figure 3
D. Disabling EZ Smart Connect
To disable EZ Smart Connect, select Disable EZ Smart
Connect and click Setup.
(Note) This feature works best with programs designed to work automatically with the Internet to obtain their
data such as Microsoft Outlook®, Microsoft Windows Live™ Mail, and Seesmic®.
Chapter 5 Appendix
5-1 Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s)
RAID Levels
RAID 0 RAID 1 RAID 5 RAID 10
Minimum
Number of Hard ≥2 2 ≥3 ≥4
Drives
Array Capacity Number of hard Size of the smallest (Number of hard (Number of hard
drives * Size of the drive drives -1) * Size of drives/2) * Size of the
smallest drive the smallest drive smallest drive
Fault Tolerance No Yes Yes Yes
To configure SATA hard drive(s), follow the steps below:

A. Install SATA hard drive(s) in your computer.
B. Configure SATA controller mode in BIOS Setup.
C. Configure a RAID array in RAID BIOS. (Note 1)
D. Install the SATA RAID/AHCI driver and operating system. (Note 2)
Before you begin

Please prepare:
•• At least two SATA hard drives (to ensure optimal performance, it is recommended that you use two hard
drives with identical model and capacity). If you do not want to create RAID, you may prepare only one
hard drive.
•• Windows 7/XP setup disk.
•• Motherboard driver disk.
•• A USB floppy disk drive (needed during Windows XP installation)
•• An empty formatted floppy disk (needed during Windows XP installation)
5-1-1 Configuring SATA Controllers
A. Installing SATA hard drive(s) in your computer

Attach one end of the SATA signal cable to the rear of the SATA hard drive and the other end to available SATA
port(Note 3) on the motherboard. Then connect the power connector from your power supply to the hard drive.
(Note 1) Skip this step if you do not want to create RAID array on the SATA controller.
(Note 2) Required when the SATA controller is set to AHCI or RAID mode.
(Note 3) 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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B. Configuring SATA controller mode in BIOS Setup
Make sure to configure the SATA controller mode correctly in system BIOS Setup.
Step 1:
Turn on your computer and press <Delete> to enter BIOS Setup during the POST (Power-On Self-Test). To
create RAID, set SATA Mode Selection under the Peripherals menu to RAID (Figure 1). If you do not want to
create RAID, set this item to IDE or AHCI.
Figure 1
Step 2:
Save changes and exit BIOS Setup.
The BIOS Setup menus described in this section may differ from the exact settings for your motherboard.
The actual BIOS Setup menu options you will see shall depend on the motherboard you have and
the BIOS version.
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C. Configuring a RAID array in RAID BIOS
Enter the RAID BIOS setup utility to configure a RAID array. Skip this step and proceed with the installation of
Windows operating system for a non-RAID configuration.
Step 1:
After the POST memory test begins and before the operating system boot begins, look for a message which
says "Press <Ctrl-I> to enter Configuration Utility" (Figure 2). Press <Ctrl> + to enter the RAID Configuration
Utility.
Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology - Option ROM - 11.0.0.1339
Copyright(C) 2003-11 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved.
RAID Volumes :
None defined.
Physical Devices :
ID Device Model Serial # Size Type/Status(Vol ID)
0 ST3120026AS 3JT354CP 111.7GB
Non-RAID Disk
1 ST3120026AS 3JT329JX 111.7GB
Non-RAID Disk
Press <CTRL - I> to enter Configuration Utility..
Figure 2
Step 2:
After you press <Ctrl> + , the MAIN MENU screen will appear (Figure 3).
Create RAID Volume

If you want to create a RAID array, select Create RAID Volume in MAIN MENU and press <Enter>.
[ MAIN MENU ]
1. Create RAID Volume 4. Recovery Volume Options
2. Delete RAID Volume 5. Acceleration Options
3. Reset Disks to Non-RAID 6. Exit
[ DISK/VOLUME INFORMATION ]
RAID Volumes :
None defined.
Physical Deivces :
0 ST3120026AS 3JT354CP 111.7GB Non-RAID Disk
1 ST3120026AS 3JT329JX 111.7GB Non-RAID Disk
[hi]-Select [ESC]-Exit [ENTER]-Select Menu
Figure 3
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Step 3:
After entering the CREATE VOLUME MENU screen, enter a volume name with 1~16 letters (letters cannot be
special characters) under the Name item and press <Enter>. Then, select a RAID level (Figure 4). RAID levels
supported include RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10, and RAID 5 (the selections available depend on the number of
the hard drives being installed). Press <Enter> to proceed.
[ CREATE VOLUME MENU ]
Name : Volume0
RAID Level : RAID0(Stripe)
Disks : Select Disks
Strip Size : 128KB
Capacity : 111.7 GB
Sync : N/A
Create Volume
[ HELP ]
RAID0: Stripes data (performance).
[hi]-Change [TAB]-Next [ESC]-Previous Menu [ENTER]-Select
Figure 4
Step 4:
Under Disks item, select the hard drives to be included in the RAID array. If only two hard drives are installed,
they will be automatically assigned to the array. Set the stripe block size (Figure 5) if necessary. The stripe block
size can be set from 4 KB to 128 KB. Once you have selected the stripe block size, press <Enter>.
Name : Volume0
Strip Size : 128KB
Capacity : 111.7 GB
Sync : N/A
Create Volume
[ HELP ]
The following are typical values:
RAID0 - 128KB
RAID10 - 64KB
RAID5 - 64KB
Figure 5
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Step 5:
Enter the array capacity and press <Enter>. Finally press <Enter> on the Create Volume item to begin creating
the RAID array. When prompted to confirm whether to create this volume, press <Y> to confirm or <N> to
cancel (Figure 6).
Name : Volume0
Strip Size : 128 MB
Capacity : 111.7 GB
Sync : N/A
Create Volume
WARNING : ALL DATA ON SELECTED DISKS WILL BE LOST.
[ HELP ]
Are you sure you want to create this volume? (Y/N) :
Press ENTER to create the specified volume.
Figure 6
When completed, you can see detailed information about the RAID array in the DISK/VOLUME INFORMATION
section, including the RAID level, stripe block size, array name, and array capacity, etc. (Figure 7)
[ MAIN MENU ]
RAID Volumes :
ID Name Level Strip Size Status Bootable
0 Volume0 RAID0(Stripe) 128KB 223.6GB Normal Yes
Physical Devices :
0 ST3120026AS 3JT354CP 111.7GB Member Disk(0)
1 ST3120026AS 3JT329JX 111.7GB Member Disk(0)
Figure 7
To exit the RAID BIOS utility, press <Esc> or select 6. Exit in MAIN MENU.
Now, you can proceed to install the SATA RAID/AHCI driver and operating system.
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Recovery Volume Options
Intel Rapid Recover Technology provides data protection by allowing users to easily restore data and system
operation using a designated recovery drive. With the Rapid Recovery Technology, which employs RAID 1
functionality, users can copy the data from the master drive to the recovery drive; if needed, the data on the
recovery drive can be restored back to the master drive.
Before you begin:

•• The recovery drive must have equal or greater capacity than the master drive.
•• A recovery volume can be created with two hard drives only. A recovery volume and a RAID array cannot
co-exist in the system at the same time, that is, if you have already created a recovery volume, you are
unable to create a RAID array.
•• By default, only the master drive can be viewed in the operating system; the recovery drive is hidden.
Step 1:
Select Create RAID Volume in MAIN MENU and press <Enter> (Figure 8).
[ MAIN MENU ]
RAID Volumes :
None defined.
Physical Disks :
ID Drive Model Serial # Size Type/Status(Vol ID)
0 ST3120026AS 3JT354CP 111.7GB Non-RAID Disk
1 ST3120026AS 3JT329JX 111.7GB Non-RAID Disk
Figure 8
Step 2:
After entering the volume name, select Recovery under the RAID Level item and press <Enter> (Figure 9).
Name : Volume0
RAID Level : Recovery
Strip Size : N/A
Capacity : 0.0 GB
Sync : Continuous
Create Volume
[ HELP ]
Recovery: Copies data between a master and a recovery disk.
Figure 9
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Step 3:
Press <Enter> under the Select Disks item. In the SELECT DISKS box, press <Tab> on the hard drive you
want to use for the master drive and press <Space> on the hard drive you want to use for the recovery drive.
(Make sure the recovery drive has equal or larger capacity than the master drive.) Then press <Enter> to
confirm (Figure 10).
Name : Volume0
Disks : Select
[ SELECT DISKS Disks
]
Strip Size : 128KB
Capacity : 223.6 GB
ID Drive Model Serial # Create Size
Volume Status
M0 ST3120026AS 3JT354CP 111.7GB Non-RAID Disk
R1 ST3120026AS 3JT329JX 111.7GB Non-RAID Disk
[ HELP ]
Choose the RAID level:
Select 1 Master RAID1: Mirrors disk
and 1 Recovery data to
(redundancy).
create volume.
Recovery: Copies data between a master and a recovery disk.
RAID10: Mirrors data and stripes the mirror.
[hi]-Prev/Next [TAB]-(M)aster
RAID5: Stripes[SPACE]-(R)ecovery
data and parity. [ENTER]-Done
Figure 10
Step 4:
Under Sync, select Continuous or On Request (Figure 11). When set to Continuous, changes made to the
data on the master drive will be automatically and continuously copied to the recovery drive when both hard
drives are installed in the system. On Request allows users to update data from the master drive to the recovery
drive manually using the Intel Rapid Storage Technology utility in the operating system. On Request also allows
users to restore the master drive to a previous state.
Name : Volume0
Strip Size : N/A
Capacity : 0.0 GB
Sync : Continuous
Create Volume
[ HELP ]
Select a sync option:

On Request: volume is updated manually
Continuous: volume is updated automatically
Figure 11
Step 5:
Finally press <Enter> on the Create Volume item to begin creating the Recovery Volume and follow the on-
screen instructions to complete.
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Delete RAID Volume
To delete a RAID array, select Delete RAID Volume in MAIN MENU and press <Enter>. In the DELETE
VOLUME MENU section, use the up or down arrow key to select the array to be deleted and press <Delete>.
When prompted to confirm your selection (Figure 12), press <Y> to confirm or <N> to abort.
[ DELETE VOLUME MENU ]
Name Level Drives Capacity Status Bootable
Volume0 RAID0(Stripe) 2 223.6GB Normal Yes
[ DELETE VOLUME VERIFICATION ]

ALL DATA IN THE VOLUME WILL BE LOST!
(This does not apply to Recovery volumes)
Are you sure you want to delete
[ HELP ] "Volume0"? (Y/N) :
Deleting a volume will reset the disks to non-RAID.

WARNING: ALL DISK DATA WILL BE DELETED.
(This does not apply to Recovery volumes)
[hi]-Select [ESC]-Exit [DEL]-Delete Volume
Figure 12
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5-1-2 Installing the SATA RAID/AHCI Driver and Operating System
With the correct BIOS settings, you are ready to install Windows 7/XP.
A. Installing Windows 7
As Windows 7 already include Intel SATA RAID/AHCI driver, you do not need to install separate RAID/AHCI
driver during the Windows installation process. After the operating system is installed, we recommend that you
install all required drivers from the motherboard driver disk using "Xpress Install" to ensure system performance
and compatibility.
B. Installing Windows XP
Before installing Windows XP, connect a USB floppy disk drive to your computer first because you need to install
the SATA RAID/AHCI driver from a floppy disk that contains the driver during the OS installation. Without the
driver, the hard drive(s) may not be recognized during the Windows setup process. First, copy the driver from
the motherboard driver disk to a floppy disk. Refer to the methods below.
Method A:
For the Intel Z77, copy all files in the \BootDrv\iRST\32Bit folder to your floppy disk. To install Windows
64-Bit, copy the files in the 64Bit folder.
Method B:
Steps:
1: Use an alternative system and insert the motherboard driver disk.
2: From your optical drive folder, double click the Menu.exe file in the BootDrv folder. A Command Prompt
window will open similar to that in Figure 1.
3: nsert the blank formatted disk (if you're using a USB floppy disk drive, make sure it is designated as drive
A). Select the controller driver by pressing the corresponding letter from the menu and press <Enter>. For
example, from the menu in Figure 1,
•• For the Intel Z77, select 8) Intel Rapid Storage driver for XP/Vista 32bit system for Windows XP 32-bit
operating system.
Your system will then automatically copy the driver files to the floppy disk. Press any key to exit when finished.
Figure 1
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Refer to the following for installing the driver during the Windows setup process.
Step 1:
Restart your system to boot from the Windows XP setup disk and press <F6> as soon as you see the message
"Press F6 if you need to install a 3rd party SCSI or RAID driver." A screen will then appear asking you to specify
an additional SCSI adapter. Press <S>.
Step 2:
Insert the floppy disk containing the SATA RAID/AHCI driver and press <Enter>. Then a controller menu similar
to that in Figure 3 will appear. Select Intel(R) Desktop/Workstation/Server Express Chipset SATA RAID
Controller and press <Enter>. For AHCI mode, use the up arrow key on the keyboard to scroll to the Intel(R)
Desktop/Workstation/Server Express Chipset SATA AHCI Controller item and press <Enter>.
Windows Setup
You have chosen to configure a SCSI Adapter for use with Windows,
using a device support disk provided by an adapter manufacturer.
Select the SCSI Adapter you want from the following list, or press ESC
to return to the previous screen.
Intel(R) ICH7R/DH SATA RAID Controller

Intel(R) ICH7MDH SATA RAID Controller
Intel(R) Desktop/Workstation/Server Express Chipset SATA RAID Controller
Intel(R) Mobile Express Chipset SATA RAID Controller
ENTER=Select F3=Exit
Figure 2
Step 3:
On the next screen, press <Enter> to continue the driver installation. After the driver installation, you can proceed
with the Windows XP installation.
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C. Rebuilding an Array
Rebuilding is the process of restoring data to a hard drive from other drives in the array. Rebuilding applies only
to fault-tolerant arrays such as RAID 1, RAID 5 or RAID 10 arrays. The procedures below assume a new drive
is added to replace a failed drive to rebuild a RAID 1 array. (Note: The new drive must have equal or greater
capacity than the old one.)
Turn off your computer and replace the failed hard drive with a new one. Restart your computer.
•• Enabling Automatic Rebuild

Step 1:
When the message "Press <Ctrl-I> to enter Configuration Utility" appears, press <Ctrl> + to enter the RAID
Configuration Utility. The following screen appears after you enter the RAID Configuration Utility.
[ MAIN MENU ]
1. Create RAID Volume[ DEGRADED VOLUME DETECTED3. ] Reset Disks to Non-RAID

2. Delete
"Degraded volumeRAID Volume
and disk available for rebuilding detected. Selecting4. Exit
a disk initiates a rebuild. Rebuild completes in the operating system.
[ DISK/VOLUME
Select the port of the destination disk INFORMATION
for rebuilding (ESC to exit): ]
RAID Volumes :
ID Drive Model
None defined. Serial # Size
1 WDC WD800JD-22LS WD-WMAM9W736333 111.7GB
Physical Disks :
ID [hi]-Previous/Next [ENTER]-Select
Drive Model Serial # Size [ESC]-Exit
Type/Status(Vol ID)
0 ST3120026AS 3JT354CP 111.7GB Member Disk (0)
1 WDC WD800JD-22LS WD-WMAM9W736333 111.7GB Non-RAID Disk
Step 2:
Select the new hard drive to add into the array to be rebuilt and press <Enter>. The following screen appears,
indicating that an automatic rebuild will be performed after you enter the operating system (look for the Intel
Rapid Storage Technology icon in the notification area, which will show that a RAID volume is being rebuilt).
If you do not enable automatic rebuild on this stage, you have to manually rebuild the array in the operating
system (see the next page for more details).
[ MAIN MENU ]
RAID Volumes :
ID Name Level Strip Size Status Bootable
0 Volume0 RAID1(Mirror) N/A 111.7GB Rebuild Yes
Physical Devices :
ID Devices Model Serial # Size Type/Status(Vol ID)
0 ST3120026AS 3JT354CP 111.7GB Member Disk (0)
1 WDC WD800JD-22LS WD-WMAM9W736333 111.7GB Member Disk (0)
Volumes with "Rebuild" status will be rebuilt within the operating system.
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•• Performing the Rebuild in the Operating System
While in the operating system, make sure the chipset driver has been installed from the motherboard driver disk.
Then launch the Intel Rapid Storage Technology utility from All Programs in the Start menu.
Step 2:
Select a new drive to rebuild the RAID and click
Rebuild.
Step 1:
Go to the Manage menu and click Rebuild to
another disk in Manage Volume.
The Status item on the left of the screen displays Step 3:

the rebuild progress. After the RAID 1 volume rebuilding, the Status will
display as Normal.
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•• Restoring the Master Drive to a Previous State (for Recovery Volume only)
When two hard drives are set to Recovery Volume in Update on Request mode, you can restore the master
drive data to the last backup state when needed. For example, in case the master drive detects a virus, you
can restore the recovery drive data to the master drive.
Step 1:
Select 4. Recovery Volume Options in the MAIN MENU of the Intel RAID Configuration Utility. On the
RECOVERY VOLUMES OPTIONS menu, select Enable Only Recovery Disk to show the recovery drive in the
operating system. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete and exit the RAID Configuration Utility.
[ RECOVERY VOLUME OPTIONS ]
1. Enable Only Recovery Disk
2. Enable Only Master Disk

[ SELECT RECOVERY VOLUME ]
Name Level [ HELP ]

Capacity Status Bootable
} Volume0 Recovery(OnReq) 111.7GB NeedsUpdate Yes
Choose the RAID level:

RAID1: Mirrors data (redundancy).
Select a Recovery
Recovery: volume
Copies to do theaoperation.
data between master and a recovery disk.
RAID10: Mirrors data and stripes the mirror.
RAID5: Stripes data and parity.
[hi]-Up/Down [SPACE]-Selects [ENTER]-Done
[hi]-select [ESC]-Previous Menu [ENTER]-Select
Step 3:
Click Yes to begin the data recovery.
Step 2:
Go to the Manage menu of the Intel Rapid Storage
Technology utility and click Recover data in
Manage Volume.
The Status item on the left of the screen displays Step 4:

the rebuild progress. After the recovery volume is completed, the Status
will display as Normal.
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5-2 Configuring Audio Input and Output
5-2-1 Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio
The motherboard provides three audio jacks on the back panel which
support 2/4/5.1/7.1 (Note)-channel audio. The picture to the right shows the
default audio jack assignments. Line In
The integrated HD (High Definition) audio provides jack retasking
Front Speaker Out
capability that allows the user to change the function for each jack
through the audio driver. Mic In
•• To install a microphone, connect your microphone to the Mic in jack and manually configure the
jack for microphone functionality.
•• Audio signals will be present on both of the front and back panel audio connections simultaneously.
If you want to mute the back panel audio (only supported when using an HD front panel audio
module), refer to instructions on page 92.
High Definition Audio (HD Audio)

HD Audio includes multiple high quality digital-to-analog converters (DACs) and features multistreaming
capabilities that allow multiple audio streams (in and out) to be simultaneously processed. For example, users can
listen to MP3 music, have an Internet chat, make a telephone call over the Internet, and etc. all at the same time.
A. Configuring Speakers
(The following instructions use Windows 7 as the example operating system.)
Step 1:
After installing the audio driver, the HD Audio Manager
icon will appear in the notification area. Double-click
the icon to access the HD Audio Manager.
(Note) 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio Configurations:

Refer to the following for multi-channel speaker configurations.
•• 2-channel audio: Headphone or Line out.
•• 4-channel audio: Front speaker out and Rear speaker out.
•• 5.1-channel audio: Front speaker out, Rear speaker out, and Center/Subwoofer speaker out.
•• 7.1-channel audio: Front speaker out, Rear speaker out, Center/Subwoofer speaker out, and Side speaker out.
Appendix - 90 -
The pictures to the right show the 7.1-channel speaker 7.1-Channel Speakers:
configurations.
Front Speaker Out
Rear Speaker Out
Center/Subwoofer
Speaker Out
Side Speaker Out
Step 2:
Connect an audio device to an audio jack. The The current
connected device is dialog box appears. Select the
device according to the type of device you connect. Then
click OK.
Step 3:
On the Speakers screen, click the Speaker Configuration
tab. In the Speaker Configuration list, select Stereo,
Quadraphonic, 5.1 Speaker, or 7.1 Speaker according to
the type of speaker configuration you wish to set up. Then
the speaker setup is completed.
B. Configuring Sound Effect

You may configure an audio environment on the Sound Effects tab.
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C. Activating an AC'97 Front Panel Audio Module
If your chassis provides an AC'97 front panel audio module,
to activate the AC'97 functionality, click the tool icon on the
Speaker Configuration tab. On the Connector Settings
dialog box, select the Disable front panel jack detection
check box. Click OK to complete.
D. Muting the Back Panel Audio (For HD Audio Only)

Click Device advanced settings on the top right corner
on the Speaker Configuration tab to open the Device
advanced settings dialog box. Select the Mute the rear
output device, when a front headphone plugged in check
box. Click OK to complete.
5-2-2 Configuring S/PDIF Out
The S/PDIF Out jack can transmit audio signals to an external decoder for decoding to get the best audio
quality.
Configuring S/PDIF Out:

On the Digital Output screen, click the Default Format tab and then select the sample rate and bit depth.
Click OK to complete.
Appendix - 92 -
5-2-3 Configuring Microphone Recording
Step 1:
After installing the audio driver, the HD Audio Manager
icon will appear in the notification area. Double-click
the icon to access the HD Audio Manager.
Step 2:
Connect your microphone to the Mic in jack (pink) on the
back panel or the Mic in jack (pink) on the front panel.
Then configure the jack for microphone functionality.
Note: The microphone functions on the front panel and
back panel cannot be used at the same time.
Step 3:
Go to the Microphone screen. Do not mute the recording
volume, or you'll not be able to record the sound. To hear
the sound being recorded during the recording process,
do not mute the playback volume. It is recommended that
you set the volumes at a middle level.
Step 4:
To raise the recording and playback volume for the
microphone, click the Microphone Boost icon on
the right of the Recording Volume slider and set the
Microphone Boost level.
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Step 5:
After completing the settings above, click Start, point
to All Programs, point to Accessories, and then click
Sound Recorder to begin the sound recording.
* Enabling Stereo Mix

If the HD Audio Manager does not display the recording device you wish to use, refer to the steps below. The
following steps explain how to enable Stereo Mix (which may be needed when you want to record sound from
your computer).
Step 1:
Locate the icon in the notification area and right-click
on this icon. Select Recording Devices.
Step 2:
On the Recording tab, right-click on an empty space and
select Show Disabled Devices.
Step 3:
When the Stereo Mix item appears, right-click on this item
and select Enable. Then set it as the default device.
Appendix - 94 -
Step 4:
Now you can access the HD Audio Manager to configure
Stereo Mix and use Sound Recorder to record the
sound.
5-2-4 Using the Sound Recorder
A. Recording Sound
1. Make sure you have connected the sound input device (e.g. microphone) to the computer.
2. To record the audio, click the Start Recording button .
3. To stop recording audio, click the Stop Recording button .
Be sure to save the recorded audio file upon completion.
B. Playing the Recorded Sound

You can play your recording in a digital media player program that supports your audio file format.
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5-3 Troubleshooting
5-3-1 Frequently Asked Questions

To read more FAQs for your motherboard, please go to the Support & Downloads\FAQ page on GIGABYTE's
website.
Q: Why is the light of my keyboard/optical mouse still on after the computer shuts down?
A: Some motherboards provide a small amount of standby power after the computer shuts down and that's why the light is
still on.
Q: How do I clear the CMOS values?

A: For motherboards that have a Clear CMOS button, press this button to clear the CMOS values (before doing this, please
turn off the computer and unplug the power cord). For motherboards that have a Clear CMOS jumper, refer to the instruc-
tions in Chapter 1 to short the jumper to clear the CMOS values. If your board doesn't have this jumper/button, refer to the
instructions on the motherboard battery in Chapter 1. You can temporarily remove the battery from the battery holder to
stop supplying power to the CMOS, which will clear the CMOS values after about one minute.
Q: Why do I still get a weak sound even though I have turned my speaker to the maximum volume?
A: Make sure your speaker is equipped with an internal amplifier. If not, try a speaker with power/amplifier.
Q: Why cannot I install the onboard HD audio driver successfully? (For Windows XP only)
A: Step 1: First, make sure Service Pack 1 or Service Pack 2 has been installed (check in My Computer > Properties > Gen-
eral > System). If not, please update it from Microsoft's website. Then make sure the Microsoft UAA Bus Driver for
High Definition Audio has been installed successfully (check in My Computer > Properties > Hardware > Device
Manager > System Devices).
Step 2: Check if Audio Device on High Definition Audio Bus or Unknown device is present in Device Manager or
Sound, video, and game controllers. If yes, please disable this device. (If not, skip this step.)
Step 3: Then go back to My Computer > Properties > Hardware > Device Manager > System devices and right-click on
Microsoft UAA Bus Driver for High Definition Audio and select Disable and Uninstall.
Step 4: In Device Manager, right-click on the computer name and select Scan for hardware changes. When the Add
New Hardware Wizard appears, click Cancel. Then install the onboard HD audio driver from the motherboard
driver disk or download the audio driver from GIGABYTE's website to install.
For more details, go to the Support & Downloads\FAQ page on our website and search for "onboard HD audio driver."
Appendix - 96 -
5-3-2 Troubleshooting Procedure
If you encounter any troubles during system startup, follow the troubleshooting procedure below to solve the
problem.
START
Turn off the power. Remove all peripherals, connecting cables, and
power cord etc.
Make sure the motherboard does not short-circuit with the chassis or Yes
Isolate the short circuit.
other metal objects.
No The problem is verified and solved.
Secure the CPU cooler

Check if the CPU cooler is attached to the CPU securely. Is the pow- No on the CPU. Connect the
er connector of the CPU cooler connected to the CPU_FAN header CPU cooler power cable
properly? to the motherboard.
Yes The problem is verified and solved.
Correctly insert the

No
Check if the memory is installed properly on the memory slot. memory into the memory
socket.
Insert the graphics card. Connect the ATX main power cable and the
12V power cable. Turn on the power to start the computer.
Make sure the graphics card is securely seated in the
expansion slot and power connectors are firmly attached.
(Continued...)
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A
No The power supply, CPU or

When the computer is turned on, is the CPU cooler running? CPU socket might fail.
The graphics card,

No
Check if there is display on your monitor. expansion slot, or monitor
might fail.
Turn off the computer. Plug in the keyboard and mouse and restart
the computer.
No The keyboard or keyboard

Check if the keyboard is working properly.
connector might fail.
Press <Delete> to enter BIOS Setup. Select "Load Optimized De-

faults." Select "Save & Exit Setup" to save changes and exit BIOS
Setup.
The hard drive, connector,

Turn off the computer and connect the hard drive(s). Check if the No
or cable might fail.
system can boot successfully.
Reinstall the operating system. Reinstall other devices one by one

(install one device at one time and then boot the system to see if the
device works successfully).
END
If the procedure above is unable to solve your problem, contact the place of purchase or local dealer
for help. Or go to the Support & Downloads\Technical Support page to submit your question. Our
customer service staff will reply you as soon as possible.
Appendix - 98 -
5-3-3 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.
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.
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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Appendix - 100 -
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Appendix - 102 -
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Identifying Your Motherboard Revision

Chapter 1 Hardware Installation......................................................................................9

Chapter 2 BIOS Setup...................................................................................................31

Chapter 3 Drivers Installation.........................................................................................59

Chapter 4 Unique Features............................................................................................63

F_AUDIO SPDIF_O TPM SYS_FAN1 F_USB2 F_USB1 F_PANEL

PCI Express Bus

PCIe to PCI 8 USB 2.0/1.1

PCI Bus 4 USB 3.0/2.0

For detailed product information/limitation(s), refer to "1-2 Product Specifications."

-9- Hardware Installation

-9- Hardware Installation

1-3-1 Installing the CPU

LGA1155 CPU Socket

Alignment Alignment Key

Pin One Corner of the CPU Socket

Triangle Pin One Marking on the CPU

-9- Hardware Installation

-9- Hardware Installation

1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration

Dual Channel Memory Configurations Table

-9- Hardware Installation

PCI Express x16 Slot

PCI Express x1 Slot

•• Removing the Card:

USB 2.0/1.1 Port

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

Dual Display Configurations for the Onboard Graphics:

-9- Hardware Installation

Line In Jack (Blue)

Read the following guidelines before connecting external devices:

You may clear the CMOS values by removing the battery:

6) SATA3 0/1 (SATA 6Gb/s Connectors, Controlled by Intel Z77 Chipset)

SATA3 Pin No. Definition

7) SATA2 2/3/4/5 (SATA 3Gb/s Connectors, Controlled by Intel Z77 Chipset)

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

•• PW (Power Switch, Red):

•• The front panel audio header B Ssupports

audio software in Chapter 5, "Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio."

instead of a single plug. For information

10) SPDIF_O (S/PDIF Out Header)

Pin No. Definition

12) F_USB30 (USB 3.0/2.0 Header)

Pin No. Definition

14) CLR_CMOS (Clear CMOS Jumper)

Short: Clear CMOS Values

15) TPM (Trusted Platform Module Header)

Pin No. Definition Pin No. Definition

-9- Hardware Installation

B. The Main Menu of the BIOS Setup Program

Switch to Enter Q-Flash

Configuration Items Current Settings

BIOS Setup Menus

`` Advanced Frequency Settings

&& CPU/PCIe Base Clock

&& CPU Clock Ratio

&& CPU Clock Ratio, CPU Frequency