GA-870A-USB3L AM3+ socket motherboard for AMD Phenom™ II processor/ AMD Athlon™ II processor User's Manual Rev.
Motherboard GA-870A-USB3L Mar. 4, 2011 Motherboard GA-870A-USB3L Mar.
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Table of Contents Box Contents....................................................................................................................6 Optional Items..................................................................................................................6 GA-870A-USB3L Motherboard Layout.............................................................................7 GA-870A-USB3L Motherboard Block Diagram................................................................
Chapter 3 Drivers Installation.........................................................................................55 3-1 Installing Chipset Drivers................................................................................ 55 3-2 3-3 3-4 3-5 3-6 3-7 Application Software....................................................................................... 56 Technical Manuals........................................................................................... 56 Contact...................
Box Contents GA-870A-USB3L motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual Quick Installation Guide Two SATA 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. • The motherboard image is for reference only. Optional Items 2-port USB 2.0 bracket (Part No. 12CR1-1UB030-5*R) 2-port SATA power cable (Part No. 12CF1-2SERPW-0*R) S/PDIF In cable (Part No.
GA-870A-USB3L Motherboard Layout CPU_FAN KB_USB ATX_12V RCA_SPDIF Socket AM3+/AM3 R_USB2 R_USB1 PWR_FAN R_USB3 USB_LAN Etron EJ168 Realtek RTL8111E GA-870A-USB3L AMD 870 PCIEX16 ATX DDR3_2 F_AUDIO PCIEX1_1 DDR3_1 AUDIO CODEC SPDIF_OUT PCIEX1_2 BAT PCI1 AMD SB850 SATA3_5 PCIEX4 CD_IN SATA3_4 SPDIF_IN iTE IT8720 B_BIOS PCI2 M_BIOS PCI3 SATA3_1 SATA3_2 SYS_FAN2 F_USB1 COMA SATA3_0 SATA3_3 SYS_FAN1 CLR_CMOS F_USB2 -7- F_PANEL
GA-870A-USB3L Motherboard Block Diagram PCIe CLK (100 MHz) CPU CLK+/- (200 MHz) AM3+/AM3 CPU DDR3 2000(O.C.)/1333/1066 MHz 1 PCI Express x16 Dual Channel Memory Hyper Transport 3.0 2 USB 3.0/2.0 PCI Express x16 PCI Express Bus x1 x4 Etron EJ168 AMD 870 x1 PCIe CLK (100 MHz) PCI Express Bus 1 PCI Express x1 1 PCI Express x4 LAN 1 PCI Express x1 PCIe CLK (100 MHz) RJ45 Realtek RTL8111E x1 x1 AMD SB850 PCI Express Bus PCI Bus 12 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, 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.
1-2 Product Specifications CPU Support for AM3+/AM3 processors: AMD Phenom™ II processor/AMD Athlon™ II processor (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) Hyper Transport Bus Chipset Memory 5200 MT/s North Bridge: AMD 870 South Bridge: AMD SB850 2 x 1.
Internal Connectors Back Panel Connectors 1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector 1 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector 6 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors 1 x CPU fan header 2 x system fan headers 1 x power fan header 1 x front panel header 1 x front panel audio header 1 x CD In connector 1 x S/PDIF In header 1 x S/PDIF Out header 2 x USB 2.0/1.
Unique Features Support for @BIOS Support for Q-Flash Support for Xpress BIOS Rescue Support for Download Center Support for Xpress Install Support for Xpress Recovery2 Support for EasyTune Bundled Software Operating System Form Factor * Available functions in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model.
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. • Do not force the CPU into the CPU socket. The CPU cannot fit in if oriented incorrectly. Adjust the CPU orientation if this occurs. CPU Socket Locking Lever Step 1: Completely lift up the CPU socket locking lever.
1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU cooler on the CPU. (The following procedure uses the GIGABYTE cooler as the example.) Step 1: Apply an even and thin layer of thermal grease on the surface of the installed CPU. Step 2: Place the CPU cooler on the CPU. Step 3: Hook the CPU cooler clip to the mounting lug on one side of the retention frame.
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.
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. Optical S/PDIF Out Connector This connector provides digital audio out to an external audio system that supports digital optical audio.
Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out Jack (Orange) Use this audio jack to connect center/subwoofer speakers in a 5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration. Rear Speaker Out Jack (Black) Use this audio jack to connect rear speakers in a 4/5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration. Side Speaker Out Jack (Gray) Use this audio jack to connect side speakers in a 7.1-channel audio configuration. Line In Jack (Blue) The default line in jack. Use this audio jack for line in devices such as an optical drive, walkman, etc.
1-7 Internal Connectors 1 3 5 2 9 6 12 10 11 7 4 14 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) 7) 8) ATX_12V ATX CPU_FAN SYS_FAN1/2 PWR_FAN BAT SATA3_0/1/2/3/4/5 F_PANEL 4 15 9) 10) 11) 12) 13) 14) 15) 13 8 F_AUDIO CD_IN SPDIF_IN SPDIF_OUT F_USB1/F_USB2 COMA CLR_CMOS Read the following guidelines before connecting external devices: • First make sure your devices are compliant with the connectors you wish to connect. • Before installing the devices, be sure to turn off the devices and your computer.
1/2) ATX_12V/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.
3/4/5) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN1/SYS_FAN2/PWR_FAN (Fan Headers) The motherboard has a 4-pin CPU fan header (CPU_FAN), a 4-pin (SYS_FAN1) and a 3-pin (SYS_ FAN2) system fan headers, and a 3-pin power fan header (PWR_FAN). Most fan headers possess a foolproof insertion design. When connecting a fan cable, be sure to connect it in the correct orientation (the black connector wire is the ground wire). The motherboard supports CPU fan speed control, which requires the use of a CPU fan with fan speed control design.
DEBUG PORT DEBUG PORT DEBUG PORT DEBUG PORT DEBUG DEBUG PORT South Bridge) 7) SATA3_0/1/2/3/4/5 (SATA 6Gb/s Connectors, ControlledPORT by AMD SB850 The SATA connectors conform to SATA 6Gb/s standard and are compatible with SATA 3Gb/s and SATA 1.5Gb/s standards. Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device. The AMD SB850 south bridge supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 10, and JBOD. Refer to Chapter 5, "Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s)," for instructions on configuring a RAID array.
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.
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: 1 2 9 10 Pin No.
11) SPDIF_IN (S/PDIF In Header) This header supports digital S/PDIF In and can connect to an audio device that supports digital audio out via an optional S/PDIF In cable. For purchasing the optional S/PDIF In cable, please contact the local dealer. 1 Pin No.
13) F_USB1/F_USB2 (USB 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 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 1 2 Definition Power (5V) Power (5V) USB DXUSB DYUSB DX+ USB DY+ GND GND No Pin NC When the system is in S4/S5 mode, only the USB ports routed to the F_USB1 header can support the ON/OFF Charge function.
15) CLR_CMOS (Clearing 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, place a jumper cap on the two pins to temporarily short the two pins or use a metal object like a screwdriver to touch the two pins for a few seconds. 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.
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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 screens may appear when the computer boots. A. The LOGO Screen (Default) Function Keys B. The POST Screen Award Modular BIOS v6.00PG Copyright (C) 1984-2011, Award Software, Inc. Motherboard Model BIOS Version AMD 870 BIOS for GA-870A-USB3L D2 . . . . : BIOS Setup : XpressRecovery2 : Boot Menu : Qflash 01/06/2011-RX870-SB850-7A66CG0GC-00 Function Keys Function Keys: : POST SCREEN Press the key to show the BIOS POST screen.
2-2 The Main Menu Once you enter the BIOS Setup program, the Main Menu (as shown below) appears on the screen. Use arrow keys to move among the items and press to accept or enter a sub-menu. (Sample BIOS Version: D2) CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2011 Award Software MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.
The Functions of the and keys (For the Main Menu Only) F11: Save CMOS to BIOS This function allows you to save the current BIOS settings to a profile. You can create up to 8 profiles (Profile 1-8) and name each profile. First enter the profile name (to erase the default profile name, use the SPACE key) and then press to complete.
2-3 MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2011 Award Software MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) CPU Clock Ratio CPU NorthBridge Freq.
PCIe Spread Spectrum Enables or disables PCIe Spread Spectrum. (Default: Disabled) HT Link Frequency Allows you to manually set the frequency for the HT Link between the CPU and chipset. Auto BIOS will automatically adjust the HT Link Frequency. (Default) x1~x10 Sets HT Link Frequency to x1~x10 (200 MHz~2.0 GHz). Set Memory Clock Determines whether to manually set the memory clock. Auto lets BIOS automatically set the memory clock as required.
RAS to CAS R/W Delay Options are: Auto (default), 5T~12T. Row Precharge Time Options are: Auto (default), 5T~12T. Minimum RAS Active Time Options are: Auto (default), 15T~30T. 1T/2T Command Timing Options are: Auto (default), 1T, 2T. TwTr Command Delay Options are: Auto (default), 4T~7T. Trfc0 for DIMM1 Options are: Auto (default), 90ns, 110ns, 160ns, 300ns, 350ns. Trfc2 for DIMM2 Options are: Auto (default), 90ns, 110ns, 160ns, 300ns, 350ns.
******** System Voltage Optimized ******** System Voltage Control Determines whether to manually set the system voltages. Auto lets the BIOS automatically set the system voltages as required. Manual allows all voltage control items below to be configurable. (Default: Auto) DRAM Voltage Control Allows you to set the memory voltage. Normal Supplies the memory voltage as required. (Default) 1.500V ~ 2.380V The adjustable range is from 1.500V to 2.380V.
2-4 Standard CMOS Features CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2011 Award Software Standard CMOS Features Date (mm:dd:yy) Time (hh:mm:ss) } } } } } } Tue, Jan 11 2011 22:31:24 IDE Channel 0 Master IDE Channel 0 Slave IDE Channel 1 Master IDE Channel 1 Slave IDE Channel 2 Master IDE Channel 2 Slave [None] [None] [None] [None] [None] [None] Halt On [All, But Keyboard] Base Memory Extended Memory Enter: Select : Move F5: Previous Values Item Help Menu Level
Capacity Cylinder Head Precomp Landing Zone Sector Halt On Approximate capacity of the currently installed hard drive. Number of cylinders. Number of heads. Write precompensation cylinder. Landing zone. Number of sectors. Allows you to determine whether the system will stop for an error during the POST. All Errors Whenever the BIOS detects a non-fatal error the system boot will stop. No Errors The system boot will not stop for any error.
2-5 Advanced BIOS Features CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2011 Award Software Advanced BIOS Features AMD C1E Support (Note) Virtualization AMD K8 Cool&Quiet control CPU Unlock (Note) CPU core Control CPU core 0 CPU core 1 CPU core 2/3/4/5 (Note) Hard Disk Boot Priority First Boot Device Second Boot Device Third Boot Device Password Check HDD S.M.A.R.T.
Hard Disk Boot Priority Specifies the sequence of loading the operating system from the installed hard drives. Use the up or down arrow key to select a hard drive, then press the plus key <+> (or ) or the minus key <-> (or ) to move it up or down on the list. Press to exit this menu when finished. First/Second/Third Boot Device Specifies the boot order from the available devices. Use the up or down arrow key to select a device and press to accept.
2-6 Integrated Peripherals CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2011 Award Software Integrated Peripherals OnChip SATA Controller OnChip SATA Type x OnChip SATA Port4/5 Type x OnChip SATA RAID5 Support OnChip SATA3.0 Suuport x OnChip SATA Port as ESP Onboard LAN Function Onboard LAN Boot ROM } SMART LAN Onboard Audio Function Onboard USB3.
OnChip SATA Port as ESP CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2011 Award Software OnChip SATA Port as ESP Port0 as ESP Port1 as ESP Port2 as ESP Port3 as ESP x Port4 as ESP x Port5 as ESP Enter: Select : Move F5: Previous Values [Disabled] [Disabled] [Disabled] [Disabled] Disabled Disabled +/-/PU/PD: Value F10: Save F6: Fail-Safe Defaults Item Help Menu Level ESC: Exit F1: General Help F7: Optimized Defaults Port0 as ESP/Port1 as ESP/Port2 as ESP/Port3 as ESP This op
SMART LAN (LAN Cable Diagnostic Function) CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2011 Award Software SMART LAN Start detecting at Port.....
USB Controllers Enables or disables the integrated USB controllers. (Default: Enabled) Disabled will turn off all of the USB functionalities below. USB Legacy Function Allows USB keyboard to be used in MS-DOS. (Default: Enabled) USB Storage Function Determines whether to detect USB storage devices, including USB flash drives and USB hard drives during the POST.
2-7 Power Management Setup CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2011 Award Software Power Management Setup ACPI Suspend Type Soft-Off by Power button USB Wake Up from S3 Modem Ring Resume PME Event Wake Up HPET Support (Note) Power On By Mouse Power On By Keyboard x KB Power ON Password AC Back Function Power-On by Alarm x Date (of Month) x Resume Time (hh:mm:ss) ErP Support Enter: Select : Move F5: Previous Values [S3(STR)] [Instant-off] [Enabled] [Disabled]
HPET Support (Note) Enables or disables High Precision Event Timer (HPET) for Windows 7/Vista operating system. (Default: Enabled) 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. Disabled Disables this function. (Default) Double Click Double click on left button on the PS/2 mouse to turn on the system.
2-8 PC Health Status CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2011 Award Software PC Health Status Hardware Thermal Control Reset Case Open Status Case Opened Vcore DDR3 1.5V +3.
Current Voltage(V) Vcore/DDR3 1.5V/+3.3V/+12V Displays the current system voltages. Current System/CPU Temperature Displays current system/CPU temperature. Current CPU/SYSTEM/POWER FAN Speed (RPM) Displays current CPU/system/power fan speed. 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.
2-9 Load Fail-Safe Defaults CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2011 Award Software MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.
2-11 Set Supervisor/User Password CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2011 Award Software MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.
2-12 Save & Exit Setup CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2011 Award Software MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.
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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.
3-2 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 GIGABYTE's application guides, content descriptions for this driver disk, and the motherboard manuals.
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.
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 Utilities 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.
Chapter 4 4-1 Unique Features Xpress Recovery2 Xpress Recovery2 is a utility that allows you to quickly compress and back up your system data and perform restoration of it. Supporting NTFS, FAT32, and FAT16 file systems, Xpress Recovery2 can back up data on PATA and SATA hard drives and restore it. Before You Begin: • Xpress Recovery2 will check the first physical hard drive (Note) for the operating system.
Step 3: When partitioning your hard drive, make sure to leave unallocated space (10 GB or more is recommended; actual size requirements vary, depending on the amount of data) and begin the installation of the operating system. Step 4: After the operating system is installed, click Start, right-click the Computer and select Manage. Go to Disk Management to check disk allocation. Step 5: Xpress Recovery2 will save the backup file to the unallocated space (black stripe along the top).
D. Using the Restore Function in Xpress Recovery2 Select RESTORE to restore the backup to your hard drive in case the system breaks down. The RESTORE option will not be present if no backup is created before. E. Removing the Backup Step 1: If you wish to remove the backup file, select REMOVE. Step 2: After the backup file is removed, no backup image file will be present in Disk Management and hard drive space will be freed up. F. Exiting Xpress Recovery2 Select REBOOT to exit Xpress Recovery2.
4-2 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.
B. Updating the BIOS 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, use the up or down arrow key to select Update BIOS from Drive and press . • The Save Main BIOS to Drive option allows you to save the current BIOS file.
Step 4: Press and then to exit Q-Flash and reboot the system. As the system boots, you should see the new BIOS version is present on the POST screen. Step 5: During the POST, press to enter BIOS Setup. Select Load Optimized Defaults 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. CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2011 Award Software MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.
4-2-2 Updating the BIOS with the @BIOS Utility A. Before You Begin 1. 2. 3. 4. In Windows, close all applications and TSR (Terminate and Stay Resident) programs. This helps prevent unexpected failures when performing a BIOS update. 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.
4-3 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.
4-4 Easy Energy Saver GIGABYTE Easy Energy Saver is a revolutionary technology that delivers unparalleled power savings with a click of the button. Featuring an advanced proprietary software design, GIGABYTE Easy Energy Saver is able to provide exceptional power savings and enhanced power efficiency without sacrificing computing performance. The Easy Energy Saver Interface A. Meter Mode In Meter Mode, GIGABYTE Easy Energy Saver shows how much power they have saved in a set period of time.
B. Total Mode In Total Mode, users are able to see how much total power savings they have accumulated in a set period of time since activating Easy Energy Saver for the first time (Note 3).
4-5 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.
4-6 SMART Recovery With SMART Recovery, users can quickly create backups of changed data files (Note 1) or copy files from a specific backup on PATA and SATA hard drives (partitioned on NTFS file system) in Windows 7/Vista. Instructions: In the main menu, click the Config button to open the Smart Recovery Preference dialog box.
4-7 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.
4-8 Cloud OC Cloud OC (Note 1) is an easy-to-use overclocking utility designed for system overclocking via virtually any Internet-connected device, such as a smart phone, iPhone, notebook PC, etc. By simply connecting to an Internet browser via LAN, wireless LAN, or Bluetooth (Note 2) and logging in to the Cloud OC server, you can easily access three major functions of Cloud OC, including Tuner (system tweaking), System Info (system monitoring), and Control (system status control). A.
Chapter 5 5-1 Appendix Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s) To configure SATA hard drive(s), follow the steps below: A. B. C. D. Install SATA hard drive(s) in your computer. Configure SATA controller mode in BIOS Setup. Configure a RAID array in RAID BIOS. (Note 1) Install the SATA RAID/AHCI driver (Note 2) and operating system. 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).
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). Make sure OnChip SATA Controller is enabled. To enable RAID for the SATA3_0/1/2/3 connectors, set OnChip SATA Type to RAID. To enable RAID for the SATA3_4/5 connectors, set OnChip SATA Type to RAID and set OnChip SATA Port4/5 Type to As SATA Type (Figure 1).
C. Configuring RAID set 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 to enter RAID Option ROM Utility" (Figure 2). Press + to enter the RAID BIOS setup utility. RAID Option ROM Version 3.2.1020.
Create Arrays Manually To create a new array, press <2> to enter the LD View Menu window (Figure 4). To create an array, press to access the LD Define Menu. Option ROM Utility (c) 2010 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.
In the following procedure, we'll create RAID 0 as an example. 1. Under the RAID Mode section, press the key to select RAID 0. 2. Set the Stripe Block size. 64 KB is the default. 3. Under the Drives Assignments section, press the up or down arrow key to highlight a drive. 4. Press the key or to change the Assignment option to Y. This action adds the drive to the disk array. The Drv section will show the number of disks assigned. 5. Press + keys to save the information.
View Drive Assignments The View Drive Assignments option in the Main Menu displays whether the attached hard drives are assigned to a disk array or are unassigned. Under the Assignment column, drives are labeled with their assigned disk array or shown as Free if unassigned. Option ROM Utility (c) 2010 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. [ View Drives Assignments ] Port:ID Drive Model Capabilities 01:00 WDC WD800JD-22LSA0 SATA 3G [S.M.A.R.T.] Health Extent 1 02:00 WDC WD800JD-22LSA0 SATA 3G [S.M.A.R.T.
5-1-2 Installing the SATA RAID/AHCI Driver and Operating System With the correct BIOS settings, you are ready to install Windows 7/Vista/XP onto your hard drive(s). A. Installing Windows XP To install Windows XP, you need to install the SATA RAID/AHCI controller 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.
B. Installing Windows 7/Vista The procedure below assumes that only one RAID array exists in your system. Step 1: Restart your system to boot from the Windows 7 setup disk and perform standard OS installation steps. When a screen similar to that below appears (RAID hard drive will not be detected at this stage), select Load Driver (Figure 2).
Step 3: When a screen as shown in Figure 4 appears, select AMD AHCI Compatible RAID Controller and click Next. Figure 4 Step 4: After the driver is loaded, the RAID drive will appear. Select the RAID drive and then click Next to continue the OS installation (Figure 5).
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. To replace the old drive, make sure to use a new drive of equal or greater capacity. The procedures below assume a new drive is added to replace a failed drive to rebuild a RAID 1 array. While in the operating system, make sure the chipset drivers have been installed from the motherboard driver disk.
5-2 Configuring Audio Input and Output 5-2-1 Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio The motherboard provides six audio jacks on the back panel which support 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel (Note) audio. The picture to the right shows the default audio jack Center/Subwoofer Line In Speaker Out assignments.
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.
5-2-2 Configuring S/PDIF In/Out A. S/PDIF In The S/PDIF In cable (optional) allows you to input digital audio signals to the computer for audio processing. S/PDIF In Cable Optical S/PDIF In Coaxial S/PDIF In 1. Installing the S/PDIF In Cable: Step 1: First, attach the connector at the end of the cable to the SPDIF_IN header on your motherboard. Step 2: Secure the metal bracket to the chassis back panel with a screw. 2.
B. S/PDIF Out The S/PDIF Out jacks can transmit audio signals to an external decoder for decoding to get the best audio quality. 1. Connecting a S/PDIF Out Cable: S/PDIF Coaxial Cable S/PDIF Optical Cable Connect a S/PDIF coaxial cable or a S/PDIF optical cable (either one) to an external decoder for transmitting the S/PDIF digital audio signals. 2. Configuring S/PDIF Out: On the Digital Output(Optical) screen (Note), click the Default Format tab and then select the sample rate and bit depth.
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.
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 rightclick on this icon.
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.
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: In the BIOS Setup program, why are some BIOS options missing? A: Some advanced options are hidden in the BIOS Setup program. Press to enter BIOS Setup during the POST. In the Main Menu, press + to show the advanced options.
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 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.
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