GA-Z97X-Gaming G1 WIFI-BK User's Manual Rev.
Motherboard GA-Z97X-Gaming G1 WIFI-BK Mar. 21, 2014 GA-Z97X-Gaming G1 WIFI-BK Motherboard Mar.
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Table of Contents Box Contents....................................................................................................................6 Optional Items..................................................................................................................6 GA-Z97X-Gaming G1 WIFI-BK Motherboard Layout.......................................................7 GA-Z97X-Gaming G1 WIFI-BK Motherboard Block Diagram...........................................8 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation......
Chapter 4 Drivers Installation.........................................................................................89 4-1 4-2 4-3 Chipset Drivers................................................................................................ 89 Application Software....................................................................................... 90 Information...................................................................................................... 90 Chapter 5 Unique Features........
Box Contents 55 55 55 55 55 55 55 55 55 55 55 55 GA-Z97X-Gaming G1 WIFI-BK motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual Quick Installation Guide Six SATA cables I/O Shield One 2-Way SLI bridge connector One 3-Way SLI bridge connector One 4-Way SLI bridge connector One 2-Way CrossFire bridge connector 3.5" Front Panel with 2 USB 3.0/2.0 ports One GC-WB867D-I (including one antenna, one USB 2.
GA-Z97X-Gaming G1 WIFI-BK Motherboard Layout PW_SW RST_SW LGA1150 DVI DP ATX_12V_2X4 CMOS_SW Debug LED (Note) KB_MS_USB ATX R_USB30 HDMI USB30_LAN2 Renesas® uPD720210 PCIEX8_1 Intel® Z97 ATX4P Marvell® 88SE9172 PCIEX16_2 Marvell® 88SE9172 BAT SATA 3 1 0 B_BIOS Creative® PCIEX1_3 BBIOS_LED Sound Core 3D M_BIOS iTE® Super I/O MBIOS_LED CLR_CMOS F_AUDIO (Note) F_USB3 SYS_FAN2 SYS_FAN3 F_USB1 F_USB2 SB For debug code information, please refer to Chapter 6.
GA-Z97X-Gaming G1 WIFI-BK Motherboard Block Diagram or HDMI DMI 2.0 Switch PLX PEX8747 ® or PCI Express Bus 3 PCI Express x1 LAN1 Qualcomm® Atheros Killer E2201 LAN x1 x1 x1 PLX® PEX8605 RJ45 x1 Marvell® 88SE9172 2 SATA 6Gb/s x1 4 USB 3.0/2.0 4 USB 3.0/2.0 Intel® Z97 x1 8 USB 2.0/1.
Chapter 1 1-1 Hardware Installation 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.
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 LGA1150 package (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.
Expansion Slots 2 x PCI Express x16 slots, running at x8 (PCIEX8_1~2) * T he PCIEX8_1 slot shares bandwidth with the PCIEX16_1 slot and the PCIEX8_2 slot with PCIEX16_2. The PCIEX16_1/PCIEX16_2 slot will operate at up to x8 mode when the PCIEX8_1/PCIEX8_2 is populated. Multi-Graphics Technology (All PCI Express x16 slots conform to PCI Express 3.0 standard.) 3 x PCI Express x1 slots (The PCI Express x1 slots conform to PCI Express 2.0 standard.
Back Panel Connectors I/O Controller iTE® I/O Controller Chip Hardware Monitor System voltage detection CPU/System/Chipset temperature detection CPU/CPU OPT/System fan speed detection CPU/System overheating warning CPU/CPU OPT/System fan fail warning CPU/CPU OPT/System fan speed control Unique Features 2 x 128 Mbit flash Use of licensed AMI UEFI BIOS Support for DualBIOS™ PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.7, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 2.0 Support for APP Center BIOS 2 x USB 2.
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.
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. •• To protect the socket contacts, do not remove the protective plastic cover unless the CPU is inserted into the CPU socket. Save the cover properly and replace it if the CPU is removed.
1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU cooler on the motherboard. Direction of the Arrow Sign on the Male Push Pin Male Push Pin The Top of Female Push Pin Female Push Pin Step 1: Apply an even and thin layer of thermal grease on the surface of the installed CPU. Step 2: Before installing the cooler, note the direction of the arrow sign on the male push pin.
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.
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.
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 x1 Slot PCI Express x16 Slot Follow the steps below to correctly install your expansion card in the expansion slot. 1.
1-6 Setting up AMD CrossFire™/NVIDIA® SLI™ Configuration A. System Requirements -- Windows 8.1/8/7 operating system -- A CrossFire/SLI-supported motherboard with two or more PCI Express x16 slots and correct driver -- CrossFire/SLI-ready graphics cards of identical brand and chip and correct driver (Current GPUs that support 3-Way/4-Way CrossFire technology include the ATI Radeon™ HD 3800, HD 4800, HD 5800 series, and AMDRadeon™ HD 6800, HD 6900, HD 7800, and HD 7900 series.
1-7 Back Panel Connectors USB 2.0/1.1 Port The USB port supports the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. You can connect a USB DAC to this port or 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. DVI-I Port The DVI-I port conforms to the DVI-I specificationand supports a maximum resolution of 1920x1200@60 Hz (the actual resolutions supported depend on the monitor being used).
Triple Display Configurations for the Onboard Graphics: Triple-display configurations are supported after you install motherboard drivers in OS. Only dual-display configurations are supported during the BIOS Setup or POST process. RJ-45 LAN Port (LAN2) 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.
1-8 Onboard Buttons, Switches, and LEDs BIOS Switches and BIOS LED Indicators The BIOS switch (BIOS_SW) allows users to easily select a different BIOS for boot up or overclocking, helping to reduce BIOS failure during overclocking. The SB switch allows enabling or disabling of the Dual BIOS function. The LED indicator (MBIOS_LED/BBIOS_LED) shows which BIOS is active.
Audio Gain Control Switches The two switches allow for audio gain control for the headphone/speaker out jack on the back panel. Please make sure the two dips are set in the same position and are set according to your headphone specification (actual effects may vary by the device being used). CAP_SW2 (Left Channel) CAP_SW1 (Right Channel) 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 2 1 B 3 SS S B SS 1 2 3 4 S U _ _ 2: 6x S 1: 2.
1-9 Changing the Operational Amplifier Step 1: Use an IC extractor to carefully grip the IC's sides and extract it from the socket. Step 2: Align the notch on your OP chip with the notch on the socket and gently press the chip into the socket until seated. For purchasing the IC extractor and OP Chip, please contact the local dealer.
1-10 Internal Connectors 1 4 6 2 3 12 5 9 8 7 8 14 15 11 1) ATX_12V_2X4 2) ATX 3) 4) 5 5 13 5 5 9) 10 GSATA3 6/7/8/9 10) F_PANEL ATX4P 11) F_AUDIO CPU_FAN 12) F_USB30 5) SYS_FAN1/2/3/4/5 13) F_USB1/F_USB2/F_USB3 6) CPU OPT 14) CLR_CMOS 7) SATA_EXPRESS 15) BAT 8) SATA3 0/1/2/3/4/5 Read the following guidelines before connecting external devices: •• First make sure your devices are compliant with the connectors you wish to connect.
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.
3 _ _ F_ _S 1 2 3 4 3) ATX4P (PCIe Power Connector) The power connector provides auxiliary power to the onboard PCI Express x16 slots. When two or more graphics cards are installed, we recommend that you connect the SATA power cable(s) from the power supply to the ATX4P connector to ensure system stability. 1 2 3 1 Pin No.
1 2 1 2 3 1 2 3 S 6) CPU_OPT (Water Cooling CPU Fan Header) The fan header is 4-pin and possesses 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. Definition GNDB S S S Speed Control Sense VCC U 1 2 3 4 7) SATA_EXPRESS (SATA Express Connector) The SATA Express connector supports a single SATA Express device.
EBUG ORT 8) SATA3 0/1/2/3/4/5 (SATA 6Gb/s Connectors, Controlled by Intel® Z97 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 Intel® Chipset supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, and RAID 10. Refer to Chapter 3, "Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s)," for instructions on configuring a RAID array. G.QBOFM SATA3 7 1 7 1 1 0 3 2 5 4 Pin No.
10) 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.
11) 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. 9 1 10 2 For HD Front Panel Audio: Pin No.
13) F_USB1/F_USB2/F_USB3 (USB 2.0/1.1 Headers) The headers conform to USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Each USB header can provide two USB ports via an optional USB bracket. For purchasing the optional USB bracket, please contact the local dealer. 9 10 1 2 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Definition Power (5V) Power (5V) USB DXUSB DYUSB DX+ USB DY+ GND GND No Pin NC •• Do not plug the IEEE 1394 bracket (2x5-pin) cable into the USB 2.0/1.1 header.
15) 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.
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Chapter 2 BIOS Setup BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) records hardware parameters of the system in the CMOS on the motherboard. Its major functions include conducting the Power-On Self-Test (POST) during system startup, saving system parameters and loading operating system, etc. BIOS includes a BIOS Setup program that allows the user to modify basic system configuration settings or to activate certain system features.
2-1 Startup Screen The following startup Logo screen will appear when the computer boots. Function Keys Function Keys: : BIOS SETUP\Q-FLASH Press the key to enter BIOS Setup or to access the Q-Flash utility in BIOS Setup. : SYSTEM INFORMATION Press the key to display your system information. : BOOT MENU Boot Menu allows you to set the first boot device without entering BIOS Setup.
2-2 The Main Menu A. Startup Guide (Default) The Startup Guide screen simplifies conventional complicated BIOS setup menus and presents only the most frequently used options in the easy-to-use interface. It helps first-time users to perform basic system setups more quickly and easily. B.
C. Classic Setup Classic Setup is the conventional BIOS Setup interface where you can press the arrow keys on your keyboard to move among the items and press to accept or enter a sub-menu. Or you can use your mouse to select the item you want.
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 Information Use this menu to configure the default language used by the BIOS and system time and date. BIOS Features Use this menu to configure the device boot order and advanced features available on the CPU.
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.
`` M.I.T. Current Status This screen provides information on CPU/memory frequencies/parameters. `` Advanced Frequency Settings && Performance Upgrade (Note) Provides you with five different overclocking configurations. Options are: 20% Upgrade, 40% Upgrade, 60% Upgrade, 80% Upgrade, 100% Upgrade. (Default: Auto) && CPU Base Clock Allows you to manually set the CPU base clock in 0.01 MHz increments.
&& CPU Clock Ratio Allows you to alter the clock ratio for the installed CPU. The adjustable range is dependent on the CPU being installed. && CPU Frequency Displays the current operating CPU frequency. `` Advanced CPU Core Settings && CPU Clock Ratio, CPU Frequency The settings above are synchronous to those under the same items on the Advanced Frequency Settings menu. && K OC (Note) Allows for increased performance by using certain CPUs.
&& 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.
&& 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. `` Advanced Memory Settings && Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.
&& Profile DDR Voltage When using a non-XMP memory module or Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) is set to Disabled, the value is displayed according to your memory specification. When Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) is set to Profile1 or Profile2, the value is displayed according to the SPD data on the XMP memory. && Channel Interleaving Enables or disables memory channel interleaving.
`` Advanced Voltage Settings `` Advanced Power Settings && CPU VRIN Loadline Calibration Allows you to set the Load-Line Calibration level for the CPU VRIN. The levels are (from highest to lowest): Extreme, Turbo, High, Medium, Low, and Standard. Selecting a higher level keeps the CPU Vtt 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.
&& DDR CH(A/B) Voltage Protection Allows you to set the voltage limit on Channel A and Channel B memory voltage for over-voltage protection. The adjustable range is from 150.0mV to 300.0mV. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) && CPU VRIN Current Protection Allows you to set the over-current protection level for the CPU VRIN voltage. Auto Lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting.
`` 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".
&& CPU Vcore/CPU VRIN/CPU VCCIOA/DRAM Voltage/+3.3V/+5V/+12V/CPU VAXG Displays the current system voltages. && CPU/System/PCH Temperature Displays current CPU/Chipset/System temperature. && CPU/CPU OPT/System Fan Speed Displays current CPU/CPU_OPT/system fan speeds. && CPU/System Warning Temperature Sets the warning threshold for CPU/system temperature. When temperature exceeds the threshold, BIOS will emit warning sound. Options are: Disabled (default), 60oC/140oF, 70oC/158oF, 80oC/176oF, 90oC/194oF.
&& 2nd System Fan Speed Control (SYS_FAN2 Connector) Allows you to determine whether to enable the fan speed control function and adjust the fan speed. Normal Allows the fan to run at different speeds according to the system temperature. (Default) Silent Allows the fan to run at slow speeds. Manual Allows you to control the fan speed under the Fan Speed Percentage item. Full Speed Allows the fan to run at full speeds. && Fan Speed Percentage Allows you to control the fan speed.
`` Miscellaneous Settings && PCIe Slot Configuration 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. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) && DMI Gen2 Speed Allows you to configure the DMI link speed. Auto Lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. Enabled Sets the DMI link speed to Gen 2.
2-4 System Information 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 to switch between the Month, Date, and Year fields and use the or key to set the desired value.
2-5 BIOS Features && Boot Option Priorities Specifies the overall boot order from the available devices. 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.
&& 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.
&& 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.
&& 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) This item is configurable only when CSM Support is set to Always.
2-6 Peripherals && Initial Display Output Specifies the first initiation of the monitor display from the installed PCI Express graphics card or the onboard graphics. IGFX Sets the onboard graphics as the first display. PCIe 1 Slot Sets the graphics card on the PCIEX16_1 slot as the first display. (Default) PCIe 2 Slot Sets the graphics card on the PCIEX8_1 slot as the first display. PCIe 3 Slot Sets the graphics card on the PCIEX16_2 slot as the first display.
&& PCH LAN Controller (Intel® GbE LAN Chip, LAN2) Enables or disables the Intel® GbE 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. && 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.
&& 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) && USB Storage Devices Displays a list of connected USB mass storage devices. This item appears only when a USB storage device is installed.
&& SATA Express SRIS capabilities Enables or disables SATA Express SRIS (Separate Reference Clocks with Independent SSC) mode. (Default: Disabled) `` Serial ATA Port 0/1/2/3/4/5 && Port 0/1/2/3/4/5 Enables or disables each SATA port. (Default: Enabled) && Hot plug Enables or disable the hot plug capability for each SATA port. (Default: Disabled) && External SATA Enables or disables support for external SATA devices.
2-7 Power Management && Power Loading Enables or disables dummy load. When the power supply is at low load, a self-protection will activate causing it to shutdown or fail. If this occurs, please set to Enabled. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) && Resume by Alarm Determines whether to power on the system at a desired time.
&& Power On By Keyboard Allows the system to be turned on by a PS/2 keyboard wake-up event. Note: To use this function, you need an ATX power supply providing at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. Disabled Disables this function. (Default) Any Key Press any key to turn on the system. Keyboard 98 Press POWER button on the Windows 98 keyboard to turn on the system. Password Set a password with 1~5 characters to turn on the system.
2-8 Save & Exit && Save & Exit Setup Press on this item and select Yes. This saves the changes to the CMOS and exits the BIOS Setup program. Select No or press to return to the BIOS Setup Main Menu. && Exit Without Saving Press 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 to return to the BIOS Setup Main Menu.
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Chapter 3 Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s) RAID Levels RAID 0 Minimum Number of Hard ≥2 Drives Array Capacity Number of hard drives * Size of the smallest drive Fault Tolerance No RAID 1 RAID 5 RAID 10 2 ≥3 ≥4 Size of the smallest drive Yes (Number of hard drives -1) * Size of the smallest drive Yes (Number of hard drives/2) * Size of the smallest drive Yes To configure SATA hard drive(s), follow the steps below: A. B. C. D. Install SATA hard drive(s) in your computer.
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 to enter BIOS Setup during the POST (Power-On Self-Test). Go to Peripherals\SATA Configuration, make sure Integrated SATA Controller is enabled. To create RAID, set SATA Mode Selection to RAID (Figure 1). If you do not want to create RAID, set this item to IDE or AHCI.
C-1. UEFI RAID Configuration Only Windows 8/8.1 64-bit supports UEFI RAID configuration. Step 1: In BIOS Setup, go to BIOS Features and set Windows 8 Features to Windows 8 and CSM Support to Never. (Figure 2) Save the changes and exit BIOS Setup. Figure 2 Step 2: After the system reboot, enter BIOS Setup again. Then enter the Peripherals\Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology sub-menu (Figure 3).
Step 3: On the Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology menu, press on Create RAID Volume to enter the Create RAID Volume screen. Enter a volume name with 1~16 letters (letters cannot be special characters) under the Name item and press . 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). Next, use the down arrow key to move to Select Disks.
Step 5: After setting the capacity, move to Create Volume and press to begin. (Figure 6) Figure 6 After completing, you'll be brought back to the Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology screen. Under RAID Volumes you can see the new RAID volume. To see more detailed information, press on the volume to check for information on RAID level, stripe block size, array name, and array capacity, etc.
Delete RAID Volume To delete a RAID array, press on the volume to be deleted on the Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology screen. After entering the RAID VOLUME INFO screen, press on Delete to enter the Delete screen. Press on Yes (Figure 8).
C-2. Configuring Legacy RAID ROM Enter the Intel® legacy 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 to enter Configuration Utility" (Figure 9). Press + to enter the RAID Configuration Utility. Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology - Option ROM - 13.0.0.
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 . Then, select a RAID level (Figure 11). 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 to proceed. Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology - Option ROM - 13.0.0.2075 Copyright (C) Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved.
Step 5: Enter the array capacity and press . Finally press on the Create Volume item to begin creating the RAID array. When prompted to confirm whether to create this volume, press to confirm or to cancel (Figure 13). Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology - Option ROM - 13.0.0.2075 Copyright(C) Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved. [ CREATE VOLUME MENU ] Name : Volume0 RAID Level : RAID0(Stripe) Disks : Select Disks Strip Size : 128 MB Capacity : 931.
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.
Step 3: Press under the Select Disks item. In the SELECT DISKS box, press on the hard drive you want to use for the master drive and press 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 to confirm (Figure 17). Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology - Option ROM - 13.0.0.2075 Copyright (C) Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved.
Delete RAID Volume To delete a RAID array, select Delete RAID Volume in MAIN MENU and press . In the DELETE VOLUME MENU section, use the up or down arrow key to select the array to be deleted and press . When prompted to confirm your selection (Figure 19), press to confirm or to abort. Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology - Option ROM - 13.0.0.2075 Copyright (C) Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved. Name Volume0 Level RAID0(Stripe) [ DELETE VOLUME MENU ] Drives Capacity 2 931.
3-2 Configuring Marvell® 88SE9172 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 on the motherboard. The Marvell® 88SE9172 SATA controllers control the onboard GSATA3 6/7/8/9 connectors. B. Configuring SATA controller and RAID mode in BIOS Setup Make sure to configure the SATA controller mode correctly in system BIOS Setup.
C. Configuring a RAID array in RAID BIOS Enter the RAID BIOS setup utility to configure a RAID array. Skip this step and proceed to the installation of Windows operating system for a non-RAID configuration. After the POST memory test begins and before the operating system boot begins, look for a message which says "Press + to enter BIOS Setup or to continue" (Figure 2). Press + to enter the RAID setup utility. Marvell 88SE91xx Adapter - BIOS Version 1.0.0.0034 PCIe x1 5.
Create a RAID Array: Step 1: On the main screen, press on the RAID tab. Then the RAID Config menu appears (Figure 4). Press on the Create VD item. Marvell BIOS Setup (c) 2009 Marvell Technology Group Ltd. [ Adapter ] [ Devices ] [ RAID ] RAID Config Create VD Delete VD Wipe out disk Spare Management ENTER/SPACE: Select, ESC: Back/Exit Figure 4 Step 2: The next screen displays the two hard drives you installed.
Step 3: On the Create VD menu (Figure 6), use the up or down arrow key to move the selection bar to select an item and press to display options. Set the required items in sequence and press the down arrow key to proceed to the next item. Sequence: 1. RAID Level: Select a RAID level. Options include RAID 0 (Stripe) and RAID 1 (Mirror). 2. Stripe Size: Select the stripe block size. Options include 32 KB, 64 KB, and 128 KB. 3.
When completed, the RAID tab will display the new array (Figure 8). Marvell BIOS Setup (c) 2009 Marvell Technology Group Ltd. [ Adapter ] [ Devices ] [ RAID ] [Virtual Disks] ID Name Size Level 0 GBT 152.4GB RAID0 [Physical Disks] Port Disk Name S0 SATA: WDC WD800JD-22LSA0 S1 SATA: WDC WD800JD-22LSA0 ENTER/SPACE: Select, ESC: Back/Exit Status ONLINE Stripe 64KB CacheMode WriteBack Size 76.3GB 76.
3-3 Installing the SATA RAID/AHCI Driver and Operating System With the correct BIOS settings, you are ready to install the operating system. A. Installing the Operating System For the Intel® Z97: 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.
For the Marvell® 88SE9172: Step 1: Copy the Marvell folder under BootDrv in the driver disk to your USB thumb drive. Step 2: Boot from the Windows setup disk and perform standard OS installation steps. When the screen requesting you to load the driver appears, select Browse. Step 3: Insert the USB thumb drive and then browse to the location of the driver.
B. 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.) For the Intel® Z97: Turn off your computer and replace the failed hard drive with a new one. Restart your computer.
•• 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 the desktop. 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 the rebuild progress.
•• 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.
For the Marvell® 88SE9172: Turn off your computer and replace the failed hard drive with a new one. Restart your computer. To enable an automatic rebuild in the operating system, you have to set the new hard drive as a Spare drive in the RAID setup utility first. •• Enabling Automatic Rebuild Step 1: When the message "Press + to enter BIOS Setup or to continue" appears, press + to enter the RAID setup utility.
Step 3: Make sure you have installed the Marvell® RAID driver and Marvell® Storage Utility from the motherboard driver disk. While in the operating system, launch the Marvell® Storage Utility from Start\All Programs\Marvell Storage Utility\Marvell Tray, right-click on the icon in the notification area, and select Open MSU. Then login the Marvell Storage Utility.
Chapter 4 Drivers Installation • Before installing the drivers, first install the operating system. (The following instructions use Windows 8 as the example operating system.) • After installing the operating system, insert the motherboard driver disk into your optical drive. Click on the message "Tap to choose what happens with this disc" on the top-right corner of the screen and select "Run Run.exe." (Or go to My Computer, double-click the optical drive and execute the Run.exe program.
4-2 Application Software This page displays the apps that GIGABYTE develops and some free software. You can select the apps you want and click the Install icon to begin the installation. 4-3 Information This page provides detailed information on the drivers on the driver disk. The Contact page provides contact information of the GIGABYTE Taiwan headquarter.
Chapter 5 5-1 Unique Features 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.
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.
Step 4: During the POST, press to enter BIOS Setup. Select Load Optimized Defaults on the Save & Exit screen and press 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 . And then select Yes to save settings to CMOS and exit BIOS Setup. The procedure is complete after the system restarts.
5-1-2 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. If the BIOS is being updated via the Internet, 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.
5-2 APP Center GIGABYTE App Center gives you easy access to a wealth of GIGABYTE apps that help you get the most from your GIGABYTE motherboard (Note). Using a simple, unified user interface, GIGABYTE App Center allows you to easily launch all GIGABYTE apps installed on your system, check related updates online, and download the apps, drivers, and BIOS. Running the APP Center Insert the motherboard driver disk.
5-2-1 EasyTune GIGABYTE's EasyTune 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 EasyTune Interface Tabs Information Tab Description The Smart Quick Boost tab provides you with different levels of CPU frequency to choose to achieve desired system performance. After making changes, be sure to restart your system for these changes to take effect.
5-2-2 System Information Viewer GIGABYTE System Information Viewer allows you to monitor and adjust the fan speed in the operating system. You can also display the hardware monitor information on the desktop to view the system status at any time. The System Information Viewer Interface Tabs Information Tab Description The System Information tab provides information on the installed CPU and motherboard and the BIOS version.
5-2-3 EZ Setup The GIGABYTE EZ Setup utility includes the following 'EZ' setups applications that will offer greatly simplified install and configuration procedures: Disk Mode Switch, EZ Smart Response, EZ Rapid Start, EZ Smart Connect, and XHD. Disk Mode Switch Disk Mode Switch allows you to switch the operating mode for your hard drive even after it's been installed with an operating system. Supported operating modes include IDE, AHCI, and RAID.
EZ Smart Response A. System Requirements 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. An Intel® Chipset-based motherboard supporting this feature Intel® Core series processor Intel® SATA controllers set to RAID mode Intel® Rapid Storage Technology utility installed (Note 1) A conventional SATA disk and an SSD (Note 2) Windows 7 with SP1/Windows 8/Windows 8.
EZ Rapid Start A. System Requirements 1. 2. 3. 4. Intel® Rapid Start Technology enabled in BIOS Setup An SSD with size larger than the total system memory Windows 7 with SP1/Windows 8/Windows 8.1 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 and Intel® Rapid Start store partition); IDE mode not supported (Note) B. Using EZ Rapid Start Select EZ Rapid Start and click Create.
EZ Smart Connect A. System Requirements 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Intel® Smart Connect Technology enabled in BIOS Setup Windows 7 with SP1/Windows 8/Windows 8.1 Intel® Smart Connect Technology utility installed Properly-working network connection Programs added to the White List must be turned on (Note) B. Using EZ Smart Connect Select EZ Smart Connect. Under File Name, select the apps to be auto-updated by Smart Connect. Doubleclick the app to add it to the Application permission list.
XHD With GIGABYTE XHD (Note 1), users can quickly configure a RAID-ready system for RAID 0 or RAID 1 when a new SATA drive is added. All with a simple click of a button, XHD helps to enhance your hard drive read/write performance without the need for complex and time-consuming configurations. A. System Requirements 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. An Intel® Chipset motherboard supporting RAID Intel® SATA controllers set to RAID mode Intel® Rapid Storage Technology utility installed Windows 7 with SP1/Windows 8/Windows 8.
5-2-4 Fast Boot Through the simple GIGABYTE Fast Boot (Note 1) interface, you can enable or change the Fast Boot or Next Boot After AC Power Loss setting right in the operating system. The Fast Boot Interface Using Fast Boot •• BIOS Fast Boot: This option is the same as the Fast Boot option (Note 2) in BIOS Setup. It allows you to enable or disable the fast boot function to shorten OS boot time. •• AC OFF Mode: This option is the same as the Next Boot After AC Power Loss option (Note 2) in BIOS Setup.
5-2-5 Smart TimeLock GIGABYTE Smart TimeLock allows you to effectively manage computer or Internet usage time with simple rules and options. The Smart TimeLock Interface Using Smart TimeLock Click the lock icon on the bottom left corner and enter the password (Note). Set the time when a user can or cannot use your computer for weekdays and weekends.
5-2-6 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 Description Allows you to select the source and destination Settings partition Backup Now Allows you to perform the backup immediately File Allows you to recover your files from the backup Recovery... image System Allows you to recover your system from the Recovery...
Recovering your system with Smart Recovery 2: 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.
5-2-7 USB Blocker GIGABYTE USB Blocker provides you with an easy-to-use interface that allows you to block certain USB device types on your PC. Devices classes that are blocked will be ignored by the operating system. The USB Blocker Interface Using USB Blocker Select the class of USB device that you would like to block or unblocked. Double left-click to change the Blocked or Unblocked status and click OK. Then enter your password and click OK to complete.
5-2-8 Smart Switch GIGABYTE Smart Switch provides you with the conventional Windows start menu, allowing you to easily access to the apps that you frequently use. You can also select the default screen displayed after you enter Windows. The Smart Switch Interface Using Smart Switch The Smart Switch icon will appear on the bottom left corner of the traditional Windows desktop screen after Smart Switch is installed.
5-2-9 Cloud Station GIGABYTE Cloud Station is composed of several GIGABYTE's unique apps that allow your smart phones/tablet device to communicate, share resources, and control desktop PCs via wireless connection. Before You Begin: •• To use the HomeCloud, GIGABYTE Remote, and Remote OC functions, you must install GIGABYTE Cloud Station on your smart phone/tablet device as well. (For Android system, please download the app from Google Play; for iOS system, please download it from App Store.
On the Computer: Option Function Account List Displays currently signed in account(s). Remove Remove the selected account. Share Folder Displays the shared folder directory of the currently signed in account. Open Folder Access the shared folder of the currently signed in account. On the Smart Phone/Tablet Device: Option Function All Picture Files File Upload: Tap on the folder, browse and select the files inside.
GIGABYTE Remote GIGABYTE Remote allows you to use your smart phone/tablet device to remotely control the mouse/keyboard/ Windows Media Player on your computer. The GIGABYTE Remote Interface Using GIGABYTE Remote Step 1: Launch GIGABYTE Remote on your computer and enable GIGABYTE Remote Function. To automatically enable this function after system reboot, enable Always run on next reboot.
Remote OC Remote OC provides you with remote control options including overclocking and system tweaking, system monitoring plus the ability to also remotely power down/reset the PC when needed. The Remote OC Interface Using Remote OC Step 1: Launch Remote OC on your computer and enable Remote OC Function. To automatically enable this function after system reboot, enable Always run on next reboot.
AutoGreen AutoGreen is an easy-to-use tool that provides users with simple options to enable system power savings via a Bluetooth-enabled smart phone/tablet device. When the device is out of the range of the computer's Bluetooth receiver, the system will enter the specified power saving mode. Before using this app, you need to turn on Bluetooth on both your computer and smart phone/tablet device.
HotSpot HotSpot turns your computer into a virtual wireless access point and allows you to share your connection with your other wireless devices. Make sure your computer has been connected to a network and Wi-Fi is enabled. The HotSpot Interface Using HotSpot: Configuring your computer: The options are as follows. Make sure to click Start to complete. •• Shared Connection: Select a currently running network connection you want to share. •• HOTSPOT Connection: Select a network virtual adapter.
5-2-10 Game Controller GIGABYTE Game Controller allows you to define your own hotkeys and change the mouse sensitivity, helping you make the most out of your keyboard and mouse in games. The Game Controller Interface Using Game Controller: •• Hot Key: Create macro commands and define your own hotkeys to quickly perform the function your want. •• Speed: Using the Sniper key you can switch the mouse sensitivity when you are in sniper mode for better sniper accuracy.
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Chapter 6 6-1 Appendix Qualcomm® Atheros Killer Network Manager The Killer Network Manager allows you to view your network connection status and Internet bandwidth and to configure your network settings. After installing the LAN driver, you can access the Qualcomm® Atheros Killer Network Manager in Apps>Qualcomm Atheros>Killer Network Manager or click on the icon in the notification area.
6-2 Configuring Audio Input and Output 6-2-1 Configuring 2/5.1-Channel Audio The motherboard supports 2/5.1-channel audio. Refer to the following for speaker configurations. •• 2-channel audio: Headphone or Line out. •• 5.1-channel audio: Front speaker out, Rear speaker out, and Center/Subwoofer speaker out.
Sound Blaster Recon3Di To launch the Sound Blaster Recon3Di Control Panel, go to Apps>Creative and select Sound Blaster Recon3Di Control Panel or click the icon in the notification area. SBX PRO STUDIO: Click the SBX PRO STUDIO icon to enable or disable it. The sliders on the right side allow you to adjust the enhancement level for each feature. • Surround: Provides immersion control to enhance the natural sense of audio depth and spaciousness by creating virtual surround sound channels.
SCOUT MODE: This page allows you to enable or disable Scout Mode. This feature enables you to hear your opponents from further away in FPS games, giving you a distinct tactical advantage in combat. You can set hot keys which can be used enable or disable this feature during games. SPEAKERS/HEADPHONES: This page allows you to set the output device to speakers or headphones and set up your speaker/ headphone configurations. (Note: Speakers and headphones cannot be used at the same time.
EQUALIZER: This panel allows you to adjust the strength of certain frequencies for your audio signals. ADVANCED FEATURES: This page allows you to play stereo mix to digital output. You can output the mixed audio signals simultaneously to the speakers and S/PDIF out to obtain 2-channel sound. (Note: When using this feature, the default playback device must be set to Speaker, not SPDIF Out in Windows Control Panel.
6-2-3 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. 1. Connecting a S/PDIF Out Cable: Connect a S/PDIF optical cable to an external decoder for transmitting the S/PDIF digital audio signals. Connects to a S/PDIF optical cable 2. Configuring S/PDIF Out: Step 1: While in the operating system, right-click on the icon in the notification area and select Playback devices.
6-2-4 Configuring Audio Recording You can record the sound from the microphone or Line in device or record the sound from your computer. 1. Configuring your microphone: Step 1: Connect your microphone to the Mic in jack on the back panel or the Mic in jack on the front panel. Note: The microphone functions on the front panel and back panel cannot be used at the same time. Open the Sound Blaster Recon3Di control panel and go to the CRYSTALVOICE page. Make sure your microphone is correctly connected.
Step 2: Right-click on the icon in the notification area and select Recording devices. Step 3: On the Recording tab, right-click on Line-In, and select Set as Default Device. 3. Recording the sound from your computer: Step 1: While in the operating system, right-click on the icon in the notification area and select Recording devices. Step 2: On the Recording tab, right-click on What U Hear and select Set as Default Device.
Step 3: Open the Sound Blaster Recon3Di Control Panel and go to the Mixer page. In the REC section, you can use the What U Hear slider to set the volume. Step 4: To open the Sounder Recorder, move the mouse cursor to the bottom left corner of the screen, click the Start icon to switch to the Start screen (or press the Windows button on the keyboard). Click the icon on the bottom left corner of the screen to access the Apps screen. Step 5: On this screen, click Sound Recorder for audio recording.
6-3 Troubleshooting 6-3-1 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.
6-3-2 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 other metal objects. No Yes Isolate the short circuit. The problem is verified and solved. Check if the CPU cooler is attached to the CPU securely.
A When the computer is turned on, is the CPU cooler running? Yes No The power supply, CPU or CPU socket might fail. The problem is verified and solved. Check if there is display on your monitor. Yes No The graphics card, expansion slot, or monitor might fail. The problem is verified and solved. Turn off the computer. Plug in the keyboard and mouse and restart the computer. Check if the keyboard is working properly. Yes No The keyboard or keyboard connector might fail.
6-4 Debug LED Codes Regular Boot Code Description 10 PEI Core is started. 11 Pre-memory CPU initialization is started. 12~14 Reserved. 15 Pre-memory North-Bridge initialization is started. 16~18 Reserved. 19 Pre-memory South-Bridge initialization is started. 1A~2A Reserved. 2B~2F Memory initialization. 31 Memory installed. 32~36 CPU PEI initialization. 37~3A IOH PEI initialization. 3B~3E PCH PEI initialization. 3F~4F Reserved. 60 DXE Core is started. 61 NVRAM initialization.
Code Description 92 PCI Bus initialization is started. 93 PCI Bus hot plug initialization. 94 PCI Bus enumeration for detecting how many resources are requested. 95 Check PCI device requested resources. 96 Assign PCI device resources. 97 Console Output devices connect (ex. Monitor is lighted). 98 Console input devices connect (ex. PS2/USB keyboard/mouse are activated). 99 Super IO initialization. 9A USB initialization is started. 9B Issue reset during USB initialization process.
Code Description B4 USB device hot plug-in. B5 PCI device hot plug. B6 Clean-up of NVRAM. B7 Reconfigure NVRAM settings. B8~BF Reserved. C0~CF Reserved. S3 Resume Code Description E0 S3 Resume is started (called from DXE IPL). E1 Fill boot script data for S3 resume. E2 Initializes VGA for S3 resume. E3 OS S3 wake vector call. Recovery Code Description F0 Recovery mode will be triggered due to invalid firmware volume detection. F1 Recovery mode will be triggered by user decision.
Code Description D2 PCH initialization error. D3 Some of the Architectural Protocols are not available. D4 PCI resource allocation error. Out of Resources. D5 No Space for Legacy Option ROM initialization. D6 No Console Output Devices are found. D7 No Console Input Devices are found. D8 It is an invalid password. D9~DA Can't load Boot Option. DB Flash update is failed. DC Reset protocol is failed. DE~DF Reserved. E8 S3 resume is failed. E9 S3 Resume PPI is not found.
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