GA-B85-HD3 User's Manual Rev.
Motherboard GA-B85-HD3 Motherboard GA-B85-HD3 Apr. 30, 2013 Copyright Apr. 30, 2013 © 2013 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. All rights reserved. The trademarks mentioned in this manual are legally registered to their respective owners. Disclaimer Information in this manual is protected by copyright laws and is the property of GIGABYTE. Changes to the specifications and features in this manual may be made by GIGABYTE without prior notice.
Table of Contents GA-B85-HD3 Motherboard Layout..................................................................................4 GA-B85-HD3 Motherboard Block Diagram.....................................................................5 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation......................................................................................6 1-1 1-2 1-3 1-4 1-5 1-6 1-7 Installation Precautions....................................................................................
GA-B85-HD3 Motherboard Layout CPU_FAN KB_MS_USB VGA DVI ATX_12V_2X4 LGA1150 HDMI ATX R_USB30 SYS_FAN3 GA-B85-HD3 DDR3_1 PCIEX16 DDR3_3 SYS_FAN2 DDR3_2 Realtek® GbE LAN SYS_FAN1 DDR3_4 AUDIO F_USB30 USB_LAN PCIEX1_1 CODEC BAT PCIEX1_2 Intel® B85 iTE® Super I/O PCIEX4 PCI1 PCIe to PCI Bridge PCI2 SATA3 1 0 3 2 CLR_CMOS SPDIF_IN F_AUDIO SPDIF_O B_BIOS M_BIOS COMA F_PANEL LPT F_USB2 F_USB1 SATA2 5 4 Box Contents 55 55 55 55 GA-B85-HD3 motherboard Motherboard driver disk User
GA-B85-HD3 Motherboard Block Diagram 1 PCI Express x16 CPU CLK+/- (100 MHz) DVI-D PCIe CLK (100 MHz) LGA1150 CPU HDMI PCI Express Bus DMI 2.0 x16 DDR3 1600/1333 MHz Dual Channel Memory FDI D-Sub LAN Dual BIOS RJ45 PCIe CLK (100 MHz) x1 Intel® B85 x1 PCI Express Bus x1 2 SATA 3Gb/s Realtek® GbE LAN 4 SATA 6Gb/s 4 USB 3.0/2.0 x1 x4 PCIe to PCI Bridge 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.) L3 cache varies with CPU Chipset Intel® B85 Express Chipset Memory 4 x 1.
USB Internal Connectors Back Panel Connectors Chipset: - Up to 4 USB 3.0/2.0 ports (2 ports on the back panel, 2 ports available through the internal USB header) - Up to 8 USB 2.0/1.
Unique Features Support for APP Center * Available applications in APP Center may differ by motherboard model. Supported functions of each application may also differ depending on motherboard specifications.
Installing the CPU Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the CPU. LGA1150 CPU Socket LGA1150 CPU Notch Alignment Key Alignment Key Pin One Corner of the CPU Socket Notch Triangle Pin One Marking on the CPU Do not remove the CPU socket cover before inserting the CPU. It may pop off from the load plate automatically during the process of re-engaging the lever after you insert the CPU.
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 and supports a maximum resolution of 1920x1200 (the actual resolutions supported depend on the monitor being used).
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) This jack can be used to connect front 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 2 12 4 4 16 5 6 9 8 10 14 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) 7) 8) ATX_12V_2X4 ATX CPU_FAN SYS_FAN1/2/3 SATA3 0/1/2/3 SATA2 4/5 F_PANEL F_AUDIO 15 11 7 9) 10) 11) 12) 13) 14) 15) 16) 13 SPDIF_IN SPDIF_O CLR_CMOS F_USB30 F_USB1/F_USB2 COMA LPT BAT 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_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.
DEBUG PORT DEBUG PORT 5) SATA3 0/1/2/3 (SATA 6Gb/s Connectors) DEBUG DEBUG The SATA connectors conformPORT to SATA 6Gb/s PORT standard and are compatible with SATA 3Gb/s and SATA 1.5Gb/s standard. Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device. SATA3 1 0 3 2 1 7 1 7 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 Definition GND TXP TXN GND Pin No. 5 6 7 Definition RXN RXP GND 6) SATA2 4/5 (SATA 3Gb/s Connectors) The SATA connectors conform to SATA 3Gb/s standard and are compatible with SATA 1.5Gb/s standard.
8) 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.
11) CLR_CMOS (Clear CMOS Jumper) Use this jumper to clear the 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.
14) 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. 9 10 1 2 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 Definition NDCDNSIN NSOUT NDTRGND Pin No. 6 7 8 9 10 Definition NDSRNRTSNCTSNRINo Pin 15) LPT (Parallel Port Header) The LPT header can provide one parallel port via an optional LPT port cable. For purchasing the optional LPT port cable, please contact the local dealer. 25 1 26 2 Pin No.
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.
2-2 M.I.T. This section provides information on the BIOS version, CPU base clock, CPU frequency, memory frequency, total memory size, CPU temperature and Vcore. 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.
&& Filter PLL Level Allows you to set the Filter PLL. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) && Uncore Ratio Allows you to set the CPU Uncore ratio. The adjustable range is dependent on the CPU being used. && Uncore Frequency Displays the current CPU Uncore frequency. && 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.
&& Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) (Note) Allows the BIOS when enabled. Disabled Profile1 (Note) Profile2 to read the SPD data on XMP memory module(s) to enhance memory performance Disables this function. (Default) Uses Profile 1 settings. Uses Profile 2 settings. && System Memory Multiplier Allows you to set the system memory multiplier. Auto sets memory multiplier according to memory SPD data.
`` Advanced Voltage Settings `` CPU Core Voltage Control This section provides CPU voltage control options. `` Chipset Voltage Control This section provides Chipset voltage control options. `` DRAM Voltage Control This section provides memory voltage control options. `` PC Health Status && Reset Case Open Status Disabled Keeps or clears the record of previous chassis intrusion status.
Manual Disabled && Slope PWM Allows you to control the fan speed under the Slope PWM item. Allows the fan to run at full speeds. Allows you to control the system fan speed. This item is configurable only when 1st System Fan Speed Control is set to Manual. Options are: 0.75 PWM value /oC ~ 2.50 PWM value /oC. && 2nd/3rd System Fan Speed Control Allows you to determine whether to enable the fan speed control function and adjust the fan speed.
&& 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. && System Time Sets the system time. The time format is hour, minute, and second. For example, 1 p.m. is 13:0:0.
&& 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 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.
&& 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.
&& 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. This item is configurable only when CSM Support is set to Always.
2-5 Peripherals && 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. PCIe 1 Slot Sets the graphics card on the PCIEX16 slot as the first display. (Default) PCIe 2 Slot Sets the graphics card on the PCIEX4 slot as the first display. PCI Sets the graphics card on the PCI slot as the first display.
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. Manual Allows you to determine whether to rout the USB 3.0 ports to the xHCI or EHCI controller before booting to OS, and also provides you with options to manually rout each USB 3.0/2.0 port to xHCI or EHCI. && Audio Controller Enables or disables the onboard audio function.
`` 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) `` Super IO Configuration This section provides information on the super I/O chip and allows you to configure the serial port and parallel port. && Serial Port A Enables or disables the onboard serial port. (Default: Enabled) && Parallel Port Enables or disables the onboard parallel port.
2-6 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.
Disabled Any Key Keyboard 98 Password Disables this function. (Default) Press any key to turn on the system. Press POWER button on the Windows 98 keyboard to turn on the system. Set a password with 1~5 characters to turn on the system. && Power On Password Set the password when Power On By Keyboard is set to Password. Press on this item and set a password with up to 5 characters and then press to accept. To turn on the system, enter the password and press .
&& Boot Override Allows you to select a device to boot immediately. Press 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 to complete. Or you can select Select File in HDD/USB/FDD to save the profile to your storage device.
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