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GA-Z97X-SOC Force

User's Manual

Rev. 1001

12ME-Z97XSOF-1001R

Motherboard

GA-Z97X-SOC Force

Mar. 31, 2014

Motherboard

GA-Z97X-SOC Force

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Disclaimer

Information in this manual is protected by copyright laws and is the property of GIGABYTE.

Changes to the specications and features in this manual may be made by GIGABYTE

without prior notice.

No part of this manual may be reproduced, copied, translated, transmitted, or published in any

form or by any means without GIGABYTE's prior written permission.

Documentation Classications

In order to assist in the use of this product, GIGABYTE provides the following types of

documentations:

 For quick set-up of the product, read the Quick Installation Guide included with the product.

 For detailed product information, carefully read the User's Manual.

For product-related information, check on our website at: http://www.gigabyte.com

Identifying Your Motherboard Revision

The revision number on your motherboard looks like this: "REV: X.X." For example, "REV:

1.0" means the revision of the motherboard is 1.0. Check your motherboard revision before

updating motherboard BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical information.

Example:

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Table of Contents

Box Contents 6 ...................................................................................................................

Optional Items 6 .................................................................................................................

GA-Z97X-SOC Force Motherboard Layout 7 .....................................................................

GA-Z97X-SOC Force Motherboard Block Diagram 8 .........................................................

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

1-1 Installation Precautions 9 ....................................................................................

1-2 ProductSpecications .................................................................................... 10

1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler 14 ...............................................................

1-3-1 Installing the CPU 14 ...................................................................................................

1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler 16 .......................................................................................

1-4 Installing the Memory 17 .....................................................................................

1-4-1 DualChannelMemoryConguration .....................................................................17

1-4-2 Installing a Memory 18 ................................................................................................

1-5 Installing an Expansion Card 19 .........................................................................

1-6 Setting up AMD CrossFire™/NVIDIA® SLI™Conguration .............................. 20

1-7 Back Panel Connectors 22 ..................................................................................

1-8 Onboard Buttons, Switches, and LEDs 24 ..........................................................

1-9 Internal Connectors 28 ........................................................................................

Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 39 ..................................................................................................

2-1 Startup Screen 40 ...............................................................................................

2-2 The Main Menu 41 ..............................................................................................

2-3 M.I.T. .............................................................................................................. 44

2-4 System Information 56 ........................................................................................

2-5 BIOS Features 57 ...............................................................................................

2-6 Peripherals ..................................................................................................... 61

2-7 Power Management 64 .......................................................................................

2-8 Save & Exit 66 .....................................................................................................

Chapter3 ConguringSATAHardDrive(s) ................................................................... 67

3-1 ConguringSATAControllers ......................................................................... 67

3-2 Installing the SATA RAID/AHCI Driver and Operating System 79 .......................

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Chapter 4 Drivers Installation 83 ........................................................................................

4-1 Chipset Drivers 83 ...............................................................................................

4-2 Application Software 84 ......................................................................................

4-3 Information ..................................................................................................... 84

Chapter 5 Unique Features 85 ...........................................................................................

5-1 BIOS Update Utilities 85 .....................................................................................

5-1-1 Updating the BIOS with the Q-Flash Utility 85 .............................................................

5-1-2 Updating the BIOS with the @BIOS Utility 88 .............................................................

5-2 APP Center 89 ....................................................................................................

5-2-1 EasyTune................................................................................................................90

5-2-2 System Information Viewer 91 .....................................................................................

5-2-3 EZ Setup 92 .................................................................................................................

5-2-4 Fast Boot 97 ................................................................................................................

5-2-5 Smart TimeLock......................................................................................................98

5-2-6 Smart Recovery 2 99 ...................................................................................................

5-2-7 USB Blocker 101 .........................................................................................................

5-2-8 Smart Switch 102 ........................................................................................................

Chapter 6 Appendix 103 ....................................................................................................

6-1 Qualcomm® Atheros Killer Network Manager 103 ...............................................

6-2 ConguringAudioInputandOutput ............................................................. 104

6-2-1 Conguring2/4/5.1/7.1-ChannelAudio .................................................................104

6-2-2 ConguringS/PDIFOut ........................................................................................106

6-2-3 ConguringMicrophoneRecording ......................................................................107

6-2-4 Using the Sound Recorder 109 ...................................................................................

6-3 Troubleshooting............................................................................................ 110

6-3-1 Frequently Asked Questions .................................................................................110

6-3-2 Troubleshooting Procedure .................................................................................. 111

6-4 Debug LED Codes ....................................................................................... 113

Regulatory Statements ............................................................................................ 117

Contact Us 123 ..............................................................................................................

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Box Contents

5GA-Z97X-SOC Force motherboard

5Motherboard driver disk

5User's Manual

5Quick Installation Guide

5Four SATA cables

5I/O Shield

5One 2-Way SLI bridge connector

5One 2-Way CrossFire bridge connector

5Eight voltage measurement cables

5One OC Brace

Optional Items

2-portUSB2.0bracket(PartNo.12CR1-1UB030-6*R)

eSATAbracket(PartNo.12CF1-3SATPW-4*R)

3.5"FrontPanelwith2USB3.0/2.0ports(PartNo.12CR1-FPX582-2*R)

HDMI-to-DVIadapter(PartNo.12CT2-HDMI01-1*R)

COMportcable(PartNo.12CF1-1CM001-3*R)

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.

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GA-Z97X-SOC Force Motherboard Layout

(Note) Fordebugcodeinformation,pleaserefertoChapter6.

CPU_FAN

ATX_12V_2X4

ATX

AUDIO

DDR3_2

DDR3_4

DDR3_3

DDR3_1

BAT

Intel®

Z97

CLR_CMOS

PCIEX16

LGA1150

GA-Z97X-SOC Force

KB_MS_USB3

SYS_FAN2

R_USB

SATA3

CODEC

RST_SW

MEM_SAFE

F_PANEL

Qualcomm® Atheros

Killer E2201 LAN

VGA

ATX_12V

USB30_LAN

SYS_FAN6

CBAT_SW

3 2

5 4

PCI1

PCIEX4_1

PCIEX1

DVI

SYS_FAN1

CPU_OPT

PCIE_SW

SYS_FAN4

F_USB30F_USB1

SPDIF_O

F_AUDIO

DP_HDMI_SPDIF

OC_PEG

F_USB3

F_USB2

PCIEX8

PCI2

PCIEX4_2

SYS_FAN5

PW_SW

RATIO_DW

RATIO_UP

FREQ_DW

FREQ_UP

GEAR

TURBO

TAG

B_BIOS

BBIOS_LED

MBIOS_LED

M_BIOS

COMA

PCIe to PCI Bridge

DTB

SET_LOCK

BIOS_SW

TGR

CMOS_SW

SYS_FAN3

SATA_EXPRESS

DIMM_SW

Debug LED (Note)

OC_IGNITION

iTE®

Super I/O

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GA-Z97X-SOC Force Motherboard Block Diagram

Fordetailedproductinformation/limitation(s),referto"1-2ProductSpecications."

LGA1150

CPU

CPUCLK+/-(100MHz)

Dual BIOS

DDR31600/1333MHz

PCI Express Bus

PCIe CLK

(100MHz)

DMI 2.0

FDI

4 SATA 6Gb/s

LPC Bus

Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out

Line Out

MIC

Line In

S/PDIF Out

Rear Speaker Out

PCIe CLK

(100MHz)

PCI Express Bus

2 PCI Express x4

Switch x16 Switch

2 PCI Express x8

x16

PS/2 KB/Mouse

iTE®

Super I/O

DVI

HDMI

DisplayPort

Intel® Z97

Side Speaker Out

CODEC

COM

2 PCI

PCI Bus

PCI CLK

(33MHz)

PCIe to PCI

Bridge

D-Sub

LAN

RJ45

Qualcomm

® Atheros Killer

E2201 LAN

6 USB 3.0/2.0

8 USB 2.0/1.1

1 SATA Express

2 PCI Express x1

x4x1x1

Switch

1 PCI Express x4

2 SATA 6Gb/s

Dual Channel Memory

oror

1 PCI Express x16

1 PCI Express x8

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1-1 Installation Precautions

The motherboard contains numerous delicate electronic circuits and components which can become

damagedasaresultofelectrostaticdischarge(ESD).Priortoinstallation,carefullyreadtheuser's

manual and follow these procedures:

•Prior to installation, make sure the chassis is suitable for the motherboard.

•Prior to installation, do not remove or break motherboard S/N (Serial Number) sticker or

warranty sticker provided by your dealer. These stickers are required for warranty validation.

•Always remove the AC power by unplugging the power cord from the power outlet before

installing or removing the motherboard or other hardware components.

•When connecting hardware components to the internal connectors on the motherboard, make

sure they are connected tightly and securely.

•When handling the motherboard, avoid touching any metal leads or connectors.

•It is best to wear an electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap when handling electronic

components such as a motherboard, CPU or memory. If you do not have an ESD wrist strap,

keepyourhandsdryandrsttouchametalobjecttoeliminatestaticelectricity.

•Prior to installing the motherboard, please have it on top of an antistatic pad or within an

electrostatic shielding container.

•Before unplugging the power supply cable from the motherboard, make sure the power supply

has been turned off.

•Before turning on the power, make sure the power supply voltage has been set according to

the local voltage standard.

•Before using the product, please verify that all cables and power connectors of your hardware

components are connected.

•To prevent damage to the motherboard, do not allow screws to come in contact with the

motherboard circuit or its components.

•Make sure there are no leftover screws or metal components placed on the motherboard or

within the computer casing.

•Do not place the computer system on an uneven surface.

•Do not place the computer system in a high-temperature environment.

•Turning on the computer power during the installation process can lead to damage to system

components as well as physical harm to the user.

•If you are uncertain about any installation steps or have a problem related to the use of the

product,pleaseconsultacertiedcomputertechnician.

Chapter 1 Hardware Installation

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1-2 ProductSpecications

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® Z97 Express Chipset

Memory

4 x DDR3 DIMM sockets supporting up to 32 GB of system memory

 * DuetoaWindows32-bitoperatingsystem limitation,when more than4GB of

physicalmemoryisinstalled,theactualmemorysize displayedwill belessthan

thesizeofthephysicalmemoryinstalled.

Dual channel memory architecture

SupportforDDR31600/1333MHzmemorymodules

Support for non-ECC memory modules

SupportforExtremeMemoryProle(XMP)memorymodules

 (Go toGIGABYTE'swebsitefor the latest supportedmemory speeds and

memorymodules.)

Onboard

Graphics

Integrated Graphics Processor:

- 1xD-Subport,supportingamaximumresolutionof1920x1200@60Hz

- 1 x DVI-D port, supporting a maximum resolution of 1920x1200@60Hz

 * TheDVI-DportdoesnotsupportD-Subconnectionbyadapter. 

- 1xHDMIport,supportingamaximumresolutionof4096x2160@24Hzor

2560x1600@60Hz

* SupportforHDMI1.4aversion.

- 1xDisplayPort,supportingamaximumresolutionof4096x2160@24Hzor

3840x2160@60Hz

* SupportforDisplayPort1.2version.

- Support for up to 3 displays at the same time

- Maximum shared memory of 1 GB

Audio

Realtek® ALC1150 codec

HighDenitionAudio

2/4/5.1/7.1-channel

Support for S/PDIF Out

LAN

Qualcomm®AtherosKillerE2201chip(10/100/1000Mbit)

Expansion Slots

1xPCIExpressx16slot,runningatx16(PCIEX16)

 * Foroptimumperformance,ifonlyonePCIExpressgraphicscardistobeinstalled,

be sure to install it in the PCIEX16 slot.

1xPCIExpressx16slot,runningatx8(PCIEX8)

 * ThePCIEX8slotsharesbandwidthwiththePCIEX16slot.WhenthePCIEX8slot

is populated, the PCIEX16 slot will operate at up to p10-x8 mode.

2xPCIExpressx16slots,runningatx4(PCIEX4_1 PCIEX4_2),

  * ThePCIEX4_1slotsharesbandwidthwiththePCIEX8andPCIEX16slots.When

the PCIEX4_1 slot is populated, the PCIEX16 slot will operate at up to p10-x8 mode

and the PCIEX8 will operate at up to p10-x4 mode.

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Internal

Connectors

1 x CPU BCLK Up button

1 x CPU Ratio Down button

1 x CPU Ratio Up button

1 x Memory Safe button

1 x Settings Lock button

1 x Direct to BIOS button

1 x OC DIMM switch

1 x OC PCIe switch

1 x OC Ignition button

1 x Clear Battery button

2 x BIOS switches

1 x onboard voltage measurement module

Back Panel

Connectors

 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports

 4 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports

 1 x optical S/PDIF Out connector

 1 x D-Sub port

 1 x DVI-D port

 1 x HDMI port

 1 x DisplayPort

 1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse port

 1 x RJ-45 port

 6xaudiojacks(Center/SubwooferSpeakerOut,RearSpeakerOut,SideSpeaker

Out,LineIn,LineOut,MicIn)

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

 * Whetherthefanspeedcontrolfunctionissupportedwilldependonthecooleryou

install.

BIOS  2x128Mbitash

 Use of licensed AMI UEFI BIOS

 Support for DualBIOS

™

 PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.7, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 2.0

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

specications.

- @BIOS

- EasyTune

- EZ Setup

- Fast Boot

- ON/OFF Charge

- Smart TimeLock

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Unique Features - Smart Recovery 2

- System Information Viewer

- USB Blocker

Support for Q-Flash

Support for Smart Switch

Support for Xpress Install

Bundled

Software

Norton

InternetSecurity(OEMversion)

Intel

Rapid Start Technology

Intel

Smart Connect Technology

Intel

Smart Response Technology

Operating

System  Support for Windows 8.1/8/7

Form Factor  ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 24.4cm

* GIGABYTEreservestherighttomakeanychangestotheproductspecicationsandproduct-relatedinformationwithout

prior notice.

* Pleasevisitthe pageonGIGABYTE'swebsitetocheckthesupportedoperatingsystem(s)Support & Downloads\Utility

for the software listed in the "Unique Features" and "Bundled Software" columns.

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Hardware Installation

1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler

Read the following guidelines before you begin to install the CPU:

• Make sure that the motherboard supports the CPU.

(GotoGIGABYTE'swebsiteforthelatestCPUsupportlist.)

• Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing the

CPU to prevent hardware damage.

• LocatethepinoneoftheCPU.TheCPUcannotbeinsertediforientedincorrectly.(Oryoumay

locatethenotchesonbothsidesoftheCPUandalignmentkeysontheCPUsocket.)

• Apply an even and thin layer of thermal grease on the surface of the CPU.

• Do not turn on the computer if the CPU cooler is not installed, otherwise overheating and damage

of the CPU may occur.

• SettheCPUhostfrequencyinaccordancewiththeCPUspecications.Itisnotrecommended

thatthesystembusfrequencybesetbeyondhardwarespecicationssinceitdoesnotmeetthe

standard requirements for the peripherals. If you wish to set the frequency beyond the standard

specications,pleasedosoaccordingtoyourhardwarespecicationsincludingtheCPU,graphics

card, memory, hard drive, etc.

1-3-1 Installing the CPU

A. Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the CPU.

Notch

Alignment KeyAlignment Key

Notch

LGA1150 CPU

LGA1150 CPU Socket

Pin One Corner of the CPU Socket

Triangle Pin One Marking on the CPU

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B. Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU into the motherboard CPU socket.

Step 1:

Gently press the CPU socket lever handle down

andawayfromthesocketwithyournger.Then

completely lift the CPU socket lever and the metal

load plate/plastic cover will be lifted as well.

Step 2:

HoldtheCPUwithyourthumbandindexngers.

AligntheCPUpinonemarking(triangle)withthe

pinonecorneroftheCPUsocket(oryoumayalign

theCPUnotcheswiththesocketalignmentkeys)

and gently insert the CPU into position.

Step 4:

Finally, secure the lever under its retention tab to

complete the installation of the CPU.

NOTE:

Hold the CPU socket lever by the handle, not the lever base portion.

• 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.

Step 3:

Once the CPU is properly inserted, carefully

replace the load plate. When replacing the load

plate, make sure the front end of the load plate

is under the shoulder screw. Then press the CPU

socket lever. The protective plastic cover may

pop off from the load plate during the process of

engagingthelever.Removethecover.(Savethe

cover properly and always replace it when the

CPUisnotinstalled.)

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1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler

Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU cooler on the motherboard.

Use extreme care when removing the CPU cooler because the thermal grease/tape between the CPU

cooler and CPU may adhere to the CPU. Inadequately removing the CPU cooler may damage the CPU.

Step 1:

Apply an even and thin layer of thermal grease on

the surface of the installed CPU.

Step 3:

Place the cooler atop the CPU, aligning the

four push pins through the pin holes on the

motherboard. Push down on the push pins

diagonally.

Step 4:

You should hear a "click" when pushing down each

push pin. Check that the Male and Female push

pins are joined closely.

(RefertoyourCPUcoolerinstallationmanualfor

instructionsoninstallingthecooler.)

Step 5:

After the installation, check the back of the

motherboard. If the push pin is inserted as the

picture above shows, the installation is complete.

Step 6:

Finally, attach the power connector of the CPU

coolertotheCPUfanheader(CPU_FAN)onthe

motherboard.

Male

Push Pin

Female

Push Pin

The Top

of Female

Push Pin

Direction of

the Arrow Sign

on the Male

Push Pin

Step 2:

Before installing the cooler, note the direction of the

arrow sign onthemalepushpin.(Turningthe

push pin along the direction of arrow is to remove

thecooler,onthecontrary,istoinstall.)

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1-4 Installing the Memory

Read the following guidelines before you begin to install the memory:

• Make sure that the motherboard supports the memory. It is recommended that memory of the same

capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used.

(GotoGIGABYTE'swebsiteforthelatestsupportedmemoryspeedsandmemorymodules.)

• Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing the

memory to prevent hardware damage.

• Memory modules have a foolproof design. A memory module can be installed in only one direction.

If you are unable to insert the memory, switch the direction.

DDR3_1

DDR3_2

DDR3_3

DDR3_4

1-4-1 DualChannelMemoryConguration

This motherboard provides four DDR3 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. After the

memoryisinstalled,theBIOSwillautomaticallydetectthespecicationsandcapacityofthememory.Enabling

Dual Channel memory mode will double the original memory bandwidth.

The four DDR3 memory sockets are divided into two channels and each channel has two memory sockets as

following:

Channel A: DDR3_2, DDR3_4

Channel B: DDR3_1, DDR3_3

 DualChannelMemoryCongurationsTable

DDR3_4 DDR3_2 DDR3_3 DDR3_1

Two Modules - - DS/SS - - DS/SS

DS/SS - - DS/SS - -

Four Modules DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS

(SS=Single-Sided,DS=Double-Sided,"--"=NoMemory)

Due to CPU limitations, read the following guidelines before installing the memory in Dual Channel mode.

1. Dual Channel mode cannot be enabled if only one DDR3 memory module is installed.

2. When enabling Dual Channel mode with two or four memory modules, it is recommended that memory

of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used and installed in the same colored DDR3

sockets. For optimum performance, when enabling Dual Channel mode with two memory modules,

we recommend that you install them in the DDR3_1 and DDR3_2 sockets.

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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tinonedirection.Followthestepsbelowtocorrectlyinstall

your memory modules in the memory sockets.

Step 1:

Note the orientation of the memory module. Spread the retaining clip

at the right end of the memory socket. Place the memory module on

thesocket.Asindicatedinthepictureontheleft,placeyourngers

on the top edge of the memory, push down on the memory and insert

it vertically into the memory socket.

Step 2:

The clip at the right end of the socket will snap into place when the

memory module is securely inserted.

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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.

Follow the steps below to correctly install your expansion card in the expansion slot.

1. Locate an expansion slot that supports your card. Remove the metal slot cover from the chassis back panel.

2. Align the card with the slot, and press down on the card until it is fully seated in the slot.

3. Make sure the metal contacts on the card are completely inserted into the slot.

4. Secure the card's metal bracket to the chassis back panel with a screw.

5. Afterinstallingallexpansioncards,replacethechassiscover(s).

6. Turn on your computer. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to make any required BIOS changes for your

expansioncard(s).

7. Install the driver provided with the expansion card in your operating system.

Example: Installing and Removing a PCI Express Graphics Card:

PCI Express p19-x1 Slot

PCI Express x16 Slot

• Installing a Graphics Card:

Gently push down on the top edge of the card until

it is fully inserted into the PCI Express slot. Make

sure the card is securely seated in the slot and

does not rock.

• Removing the Card:

Gently push back on the lever on the slot and then lift the card straight out from

the slot.

PCI Slot

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1-6 Setting up AMD CrossFire

™/NVIDIA

SLI

™Conguration

A. System Requirements

- Windows 8.1/8/7 operating system

- A CrossFire/SLI-supported motherboard with two or more PCI Express p20-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 AMD Radeon

™

HD 6800, HD 6900, HD 7800, and HD

7900 series. For the latest GPU support information, please refer to theAMD officialwebsite.)

CrossFire

(Note1)

/SLI bridge connectors

- Apowersupplywithsufcientpowerisrecommended

(Note2)

(Refertothemanualofyourgraphicscards

forthepowerrequirement)

B. Connecting the Graphics Cards

Step 1:

Observe the steps in "1-5 Installing an Expansion Card" and install CrossFire/SLI graphics cards on the PCI

Expressx16slots.(Tosetupa2-Wayconguration,werecommendinstallingthegraphicscardsinthePCIEX16

andPCIEX8slots.Tosetupa3-Wayconguration,werecommendinstallingthegraphicscardsinthePCIEX16,

PCIEX8,andPCIEX4_1slots.)

Step 2:

Insert the CrossFire

(Note1)

/SLI bridge connectors in the CrossFire/SLI gold edge connectors on top of the cards.

Step 3:

Plug the display cable into the graphics card on the PCIEX16 slot.

C-2. To Enable SLI Function

After installing the graphics card driver in the operating system, go to

the NVIDIA Control Panel. Browse to the CongureSLI,Surround,

Physx Maximize 3D performancescreen and ensure is enabled.

C.ConguringtheGraphicsCardDriver

C-1. To Enable CrossFire Function

After installing the graphics card driver in the operating system,

go to the . Browse to Catalyst Control Center Performance\

AMD CrossFireX

™Conguration and ensure the Enable

CrossFireX

™

check box is selected. If your system have more

than two CrossFire cards, select the GPU combination you

wanttouseandclickApply.(Availablecombinationoptionsare

dependentonthenumberofgraphicscards.)

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Procedure and driver screen for enabling CrossFire/SLI technology may differ by graphics cards and

driver version. Refer to the manual that came with your graphics cards for more information about

enabling CrossFire/SLI technology.

(Note1) Thebridgeconnectorsmaybeneededornotdependingonyourgraphicscards.

(Note2) Whentwoormoregraphicscardsareinstalled,werecommendthatyouconnectthepowercable

from the power supply to the OC_PEG connetctor to ensure system stability.

(Note3) Thecomponentsreceivedmayvaryinappearancefromtheproductsillustrated.

D. Installing the OC Brace

(Note 3)

OC Brace allows extreme overclockers and system testers to safely install up to four graphics cards in an open

case or test bed without risking PCIe slot damage or preventing cards not showing up in the OS due to poor

contact with PCIe slot. Refer to the following installation instructions:

Step 1:

As shown, align the screw holes on the OC Brace

and back plate with the screw holes near the PCIe

slots on the motherboard.

Step 2:

Fastentwooftheincludedthumbscrews(starting

from the screw hole near the back panel audio

connectors)toholdtheOCBraceinplace.

Step 3:

After installing the graphics cards, use the included

thumb screws to secure the metal brackets of the

graphics cards to the OC Brace.

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DisplayPort

DisplayPort delivers high quality digital imaging and audio, supporting bi-directional audio transmission.

DisplayPort can support both DPCP and HDCP content protection mechanisms. You can use this port to

connectyourDisplayPort-supportedmonitor.Themaximumsupportedresolutionis4096x2160@24Hz

or3840x2160@60Hz,buttheactualresolutionssupportedaredependentonthemonitorbeingused.

PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse Port

Use this port to connect a PS/2 mouse or keyboard.

USB 3.0/2.0 Port

TheUSB3.0portsupportstheUSB3.0specicationandiscompatibletotheUSB2.0/1.1specication.

UsethisportforUSBdevicessuchasaUSBkeyboard/mouse,USBprinter,USBashdriveandetc.

After installing the DisplayPort device, make sure the default device for sound playback is the

DisplayPortdevice.(Theitemnamemaydifferfromoperatingsystem.RefertotheHDMIsettings

informationonthepreviouspageforthecongurationdialogbox.)

Triple-DisplayCongurationsfortheOnboardGraphics:

Triple-displaycongurationsaresupportedafteryouinstallmotherboarddriversinOS.Onlydual-display

congurationsaresupportedduringtheBIOSSetuporPOSTprocess.

Theaudiojackscanbereconguredtoperformdifferentfunctionsviatheaudiosoftware(supported

functionsforeachjackmayvarybasedonhardwarespecication).OnlymicrophonesstillMUST

be connected to the default Mic in jack. Refer to the instructions on setting up a 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel

audiocongurationinChapter6,"Conguring2/4/5.1/7.1-ChannelAudio."

Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out Jack (Orange)

Usethisaudiojacktoconnectcenter/subwooferspeakersina5.1/7.1-channelaudioconguration.

Rear Speaker Out Jack (Black)

Thisjackcanbeusedtoconnectfrontspeakersina4/5.1/7.1-channelaudioconguration.

Side Speaker Out Jack (Gray)

Usethisaudiojacktoconnectsidespeakersina7.1-channelaudioconguration.

Line In Jack (Blue)

The line out jack. Use this audio jack for line in devices such as an optical drive, walkman, etc.

Line Out Jack (Green)

The line out jack. This jack supports audio amplifying function. For better sound quality, it is recommended

that you connect your headphone/speaker to this jack. Use this audio jack for a headphone or 2-channel

speaker.Thisjackcanbeusedtoconnectfrontspeakersina4/5.1/7.1-channelaudioconguration.

Mic In Jack (Pink)

The Mic in jack. Microphones must be connected to this jack.

RJ-45 LAN Port

The Gigabit Ethernet LAN port provides Internet connection at up to 1 Gbps data rate. The following

describes the states of the LAN port LEDs.

Activity LED

Connection/

Speed LED

LAN Port

Connection/Speed LED:

State Description

Orange 1 Gbps data rate

Green 100 Mbps data rate

Off 10 Mbps data rate

Activity LED:

State Description

Blinking Data transmission or receiving is occurring

Off No data transmission or receiving is occurring

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Gear Button

Changes BCLK stepping to 0.1 MHz or 1 MHz.

CPU BCLK Up Button (FREQ_UP):

Raises the CPU base clock.

CPU Ratio Down Button (RATIO_DW):

Lowers the CPU ratio.

CPU Ratio Up Button (RATIO_UP):

Raises the CPU ratio.

OC Buttons

GIGABYTE's unique OC buttons help enthusiasts and overclockers not only get the most performance from

their hardware, but also the absolute most enjoyable OC experience with features like overclocking the CPU in

real-time, automatically loading the most optimized overclocking conguration for the processor and memory,

and loading users' customized settings, etc.

OC PCIe Switch (PCIE_SW)

This switch allows you to manually turn off specic PCI Express slot(s) (except for the PCI Express x1 slot)

without physical removal.

Slot DIP Setting

DIP 1 DIP 2 DIP 3 DIP 4

Disabling PCIEX16 OFF ON ON ON

Disabling PCIEX4_1 ON OFF ON ON

Disabling PCIEX8 ON ON OFF ON

Disabling PCIEX4_2 ON ON ON OFF

PCIE_SW



MEM_SAFE

DTB

SET_LOCK

TGR

OC_IGNITION

GEAR

FREQ_DW

TURBO

RATIO_DW

RATIO_UP

FREQ_UP

CPU BCLK Down Button (FREQ_DW):

Lowers the CPU base clock.

PCIE_SW

OC DIMM Switch (DIMM_SW)

This switch allows you to manually turn off specic memory slots without physical removal. (Note: Using the

OC DIMM switch may impact memory compability.)

Slots DIP Setting

DIP 1 DIP 2 DIP 3 DIP 4

Disabling Channel A

(DDR3_2 & DDR3_4) OFF ON -- --

Disabling Channel B

(DDR3_1 & DDR3_3) ON OFF -- --

DIMM_SW

TAG

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Memory Safe Button (MEM_SAFE):

Pressing the Memory Safe button engages a fail- safe mode that allows the system to boot in a safe memory

conguration,regardlessoftheDDR3DIMMspeedorCASrating.Thesystemwillrebootaftercompletion.(Note:

EngagingMemorySafemayimpactsystemmemoryperformance.)

Beforeusingtheoverclockingbuttons,makesuretoloadtheoptimizeddefaultsinBIOSSetupto

return the BIOS settings to factory defaults.

OC Tag Button (TAG):

Thisbuttonallowsuserstoloadtheircustomizedsettings(usingtheSavetoTagprolecreatedinBIOSSetup)soyou

can apply your custom settings after clearing CMOS.

Settings Lock Button (SET_LOCK):

The GIGABYTE settings lock button allows the system to automatically remember your last successful settings, even

after clearing CMOS. With one touch, the Settings Lock button can quickly revert to the previous good settings; a very

useful tool for overclockers tuning their BIOS to perfection.

OC Turbo Button (TURBO):

PressthisbuttontoloadthemostoptimizedGIGABYTEoverclockingcongurationforyourprocessorandmemory.

OC Ignition Button (OC_IGNITION):

The OC Ignition feature maintains power to your motherboard and connected components while the system

is shut down. After pressing this button, be sure to press the power button to take effect.

OC Trigger Switch (TGR):

This switch allows the overclockers to jump between low and extremely high frequencies in an instant. After remaining at

alowfrequencyduringsystembootandOSoptimization,theoverclockercanthenengagetheTriggerSwitchtoinstantly

hit the target frequency, save their score submission, grab a screen shot, and watch the records tumble.

2:Safefrequency(usingthelowestCPUratio,whichmayvarybyCPU)

1: Target frequency set in BIOS Setup or other overclocking application.

Direct to BIOS Button (DTB):

ThisbuttonhelpsusersmoreeasilytodirectlyentertheBIOSatanytimebeforerebootingthesystem.(Pressingthis

button during the POST process allows you to immediately enter BIOS Setup. Enter BIOS Setup directly on next boot if

thebuttonispressedafterthePOSTprocess.)

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1-9 Internal Connectors

Read the following guidelines before connecting external devices:

• First make sure your devices are compliant with the connectors you wish to connect.

• Before installing the devices, be sure to turn off the devices and your computer. Unplug the power

cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the devices.

• After installing the device and before turning on the computer, make sure the device cable has

been securely attached to the connector on the motherboard.

1) ATX_12V_2X4/ATX_12V

2) ATX

3) OC_PEG

4) CPU_FAN

5) SYS_FAN1/2/3/4/5/6

6) CPU_OPT

7) SATA_EXPRESS

8) SATA3 0/1/2/3/4/5

9) F_AUDIO

10) F_PANEL

11) SPDIF_O

12) F_USB30

13) F_USB1

14) F_USB2/F_USB3

15) COMA

16) BAT

17) CLR_CMOS

511 125

13 5

1 4 6 5

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1/2) ATX_12V/ATX_12V_2X4/ATX (2x2, 2x4 12V Power Connectors 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,rstmakesurethepowersupplyisturned

off and all devices are properly installed. The power connector possesses a foolproof design. Connect the

power supply cable to the power connector in the correct orientation.

The 12V power connector mainly supplies power to the CPU. If the 12V power connector is not connected,

the computer will not start.

To meet expansion requirements, it is recommended that a power supply that can withstand high

powerconsumptionbeused(500Worgreater).Ifapowersupplyisusedthatdoesnotprovidethe

required power, the result can lead to an unstable or unbootable system.

131

2412

ATX

ATX_12V_2X4:

Pin No. Denition

1 GND(Onlyfor2x4-pin12V)

2 GND(Onlyfor2x4-pin12V)

3 GND

4 GND

5 +12V(Onlyfor2x4-pin12V)

6 +12V(Onlyfor2x4-pin12V)

7 +12V

8 +12V

ATX:

Pin No. Pin No.Denition Denition

1 3.3V 13 3.3V

2 3.3V 14 -12V

3 GND 15 GND

4 +5V 16 PS_ON(softOn/Off)

5 GND 17 GND

6 +5V 18 GND

7 GND 19 GND

8 Power Good 20 -5V

9 21 +5V5VSB(standby+5V)

10 +12V 22 +5V

11 +12V(Onlyfor2x12-pin

ATX)

23 +5V(Onlyfor2x12-pinATX)

12 3.3V(Onlyfor2x12-pin

ATX)

24 GND(Onlyfor2x12-pin

ATX)

ATX_12V:

Pin No. Denition

1 GND

2 GND

3 +12V

4 +12V

ATX_12V_2X4

ATX_12V

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• Be sure to connect fan cables to the fan headers to prevent your CPU and system from

overheating. Overheating may result in damage to the CPU or the system may hang.

• Thesefanheadersarenotcongurationjumperblocks.Donotplaceajumpercapontheheaders.

4/5) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN1/2/3/4/5/6 (Fan Headers)

 Themotherboardhasa4-pinCPUfanheader(CPU_FAN),four4-pin(SYS_FAN1/SYS_FAN2/SYS_FAN3/

SYS_FAN4)andtwo 3-pin(SYS_FAN5/SYS_FAN6)systemfanheaders.Mostfanheaders possessa

foolproof insertion design. When connecting a fan cable, be sure to connect it in the correct orientation

(theblackconnectorwireisthegroundwire).Thespeedcontrolfunctionrequirestheuseofafanwith

fan speed control design. For optimum heat dissipation, it is recommended that a system fan be installed

inside the chassis.

CPU_FAN:

Pin No. Denition

1 GND

2 +12V

3 Sense

4 Speed Control

CPU_FAN

3) OC PEG (PCIe Power Connector)

The power connector provides auxiliary power to the onboard PCI Express p30-x16 slots. When two or more

graphics cards are installed, we recommend that you connect the 2x3 power cable from the power supply

to this connector to ensure system stability.

Pin No. Denition

1 +12V

2 +12V

3 +12V

4 GND

5 GND

6 GND

SYS_FAN1/2/3/4:

Pin No. Denition

1 GND

2 +12V / Speed Control

3 Sense

4 VCC

SYS_FAN5/6:

Pin No. Denition

1 GND

2 +12V

3 NC

SYS_FAN2/3/4

SYS_FAN6

SYS_FAN5

_ BS_

SYS_FAN1

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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.

Pin No. Denition

1 GND

2 +12V/Speed Control

3 Sense

4 VCC

_

7) SATA_EXPRESS (SATA Express Connector)

The SATA Express connector supports a single SATA Express device.

SATA Express and SATA3 4/5 connectors can only be used one at a time.

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8) SATA3 0/1/2/3/4/5 (SATA 6Gb/s Connectors)

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,"ConguringSATAHardDrive(s),"forinstructionson

conguringaRAIDarray. Pin No. Denition

1 GND

2 TXP

3 TXN

4 GND

5 RXN

6 RXP

7 GND

• ARAID0orRAID1congurationrequiresatleasttwoharddrives.Ifmorethantwoharddrives

are to be used, the total number of hard drives must be an even number.

• ARAID5congurationrequiresatleastthreeharddrives.(Thetotalnumberofharddrivesdoes

nothavetobeanevennumber.)

• ARAID10congurationrequiresfourharddrives.

• To enable hot-plugging for the SATA ports, refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Peripherals\SATA

Conguration,"formoreinformation.

7 1

SATA3

3 2

5 4

9) F_AUDIO (Front Panel Audio Header)

 ThefrontpanelaudioheadersupportsIntelHighDenition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.

• The front panel audio header supports HD audio by default. If your chassis provides an AC'97

front panel audio module, refer to the instructions on how to activate AC'97 functionality via the

audiosoftwareinChapter6,"Conguring2/4/5.1/7.1-ChannelAudio."

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

Ifyouwanttomutethebackpanelaudio(onlysupportedwhenusinganHDfrontpanelaudio

module),refertoChapter6,"Conguring2/4/5.1/7.1-ChannelAudio."

• Some chassis provide a front panel audio module that has separated connectors on each wire

instead of a single plug. For information about connecting the front panel audio module that has

different wire assignments, please contact the chassis manufacturer.

For HD Front Panel Audio:

For AC'97 Front Panel Audio:

Pin No. Denition

1 MIC2_L

2 GND

3 MIC2_R

4 -ACZ_DET

5 LINE2_R

6 GND

7 FAUDIO_JD

8 No Pin

9 LINE2_L

10 GND

Pin No. Denition

1 MIC

2 GND

3 MIC Power

4 NC

5 LineOut(R)

6 NC

7 NC

8 No Pin

9 LineOut(L)

10 NC

9 1

10 2

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The front panel design may differ by chassis. A front panel module mainly consists of power switch,

reset switch, power LED, hard drive activity LED, speaker and etc. When connecting your chassis

front panel module to this header, make sure the wire assignments and the pin assignments are

matched correctly.

System Status LED

S0 On

S3/S4/S5 Off

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.

•PW(PowerSwitch,Red):

 Connectstothepowerswitchonthechassisfrontpanel.Youmaycongurethewaytoturnoffyour

systemusingthepower switch (refer to Chapter2,"BIOS Setup," "Power Management,"for more

information).

•SPEAK (Speaker,Orange):

Connects to the speaker on the chassis front panel. The system reports system startup status by issuing

a beep code. One single short beep will be heard if no problem is detected at system startup.

•HD (HardDriveActivityLED,Blue):

Connects to the hard drive activity LED on the chassis front panel. The LED is on when the hard drive

is reading or writing data.

•RES (ResetSwitch,Green):

Connects to the reset switch on the chassis front panel. Press the reset switch to restart the computer

ifthecomputerfreezesandfailstoperformanormalrestart.

•CI (ChassisIntrusionHeader,Gray):

Connects to the chassis intrusion switch/sensor on the chassis that can detect if the chassis cover has

been removed. This function requires a chassis with a chassis intrusion switch/sensor.

•PLED/PWR_LED (PowerLED,Yellow/Purple):

Connects to the power status indicator on the chassis front panel. The LED

is on when the system is operating. The LED is off when the system is in S3/

S4sleepstateorpoweredoff(S5).

Power LED

CI-

CI+

PWR_LED-

PWR_LED+

PLED-

PW-

SPEAK+

SPEAK-

PLED+

PW+

Power LED

HD-

RES+

HD+

RES-

Hard Drive

Activity LED

Reset

Switch

Power Switch

Chassis Intrusion

Header

PWR_LED-

Speaker

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11) SPDIF_O (S/PDIF Out Header)

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

cards)fordigitalaudiooutputfromyourmotherboardtocertainexpansioncardslikegraphicscardsand

sound cards. For example, some graphics cards may require you to use a S/PDIF digital audio cable for

digital audio output from your motherboard to your graphics card if you wish to connect an HDMI display

to the graphics card and have digital audio output from the HDMI display at the same time.

For information about connecting the S/PDIF digital audio cable, carefully read the manual for your

expansion card.

Pin No. Denition

1 SPDIFO

2 GND

Prior to installing the USB front panel, be sure to turn off your computer and unplug the power cord

from the power outlet to prevent damage to the USB front panel.

12) F_USB30 (USB 3.0/2.0 Header)

 TheheaderconformstoUSB3.0/2.0specicationandcanprovidetwoUSBports.Forpurchasingthe

optional 3.5" front panel that provides two USB 3.0/2.0 ports, please contact the local dealer.

Pin No. Pin No.Denition Denition

1 VBUS D2+11

2 SSRX1- 12 D2-

3 SSRX1+ 13 GND

4 GND 14 SSTX2+

5 SSTX1- 15 SSTX2-

6 SSTX1+ 16 GND

7 GND 17 SSRX2+

8 D1- 18 SSRX2-

9 D1+ 19 VBUS

10 NC 20 No Pin

1120

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15) COMA (Serial Port Header)

The COM header can provide one serial port via an optional COM port cable. For purchasing the optional

COM port cable, please contact the local dealer.

Pin No. Denition

1 NDCD-

2 NSIN

3 NSOUT

4 NDTR-

5 GND

6 NDSR-

7 NRTS-

8 NCTS-

9 NRI-

10 No Pin

16) BAT (Battery)

 Thebatteryprovidespowertokeepthevalues(suchasBIOScongurations,date,andtimeinformation)

in the CMOS when the computer is turned off. Replace the battery when the battery voltage drops to a low

level, or the CMOS values may not be accurate or may be lost.

You may clear the CMOS values by removing the battery:

1. Turn off your computer and unplug the power cord.

2. Gently remove the battery from the battery holder and wait for one minute.

(Oruseametalobjectlikeascrewdrivertotouchthepositiveandnegative

terminalsofthebatteryholder,makingthemshortfor5seconds.)

3. Replace the battery.

4. Plug in the power cord and restart your computer.

•Always turn off your computer and unplug the power cord before replacing the battery.

•Replace the battery with an equivalent one. Danger of explosion if the battery is replaced with

an incorrect model.

•Contact the place of purchase or local dealer if you are not able to replace the battery by yourself

or uncertain about the battery model.

•Wheninstallingthebattery,notetheorientationofthepositiveside(+)andthenegativeside(-)

ofthebattery(thepositivesideshouldfaceup).

•Used batteries must be handled in accordance with local environmental regulations.

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17) CLR_CMOS (Clear CMOS Jumper)

 UsethisjumpertocleartheBIOSconguration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.

•Always turn off your computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before clearing

the CMOS values.

•Aftersystemrestart,gotoBIOSSetuptoloadfactorydefaults(selectLoadOptimizedDefaults)or

manuallyconguretheBIOSsettings(refertoChapter2,"BIOSSetup,"forBIOScongurations).

Open: Normal

Short: Clear CMOS Values

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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congurationsettingsortoactivatecertainsystemfeatures.

When the power is turned off, the battery on the motherboard supplies the necessary power to the CMOS to

keepthecongurationvaluesintheCMOS.

To access the BIOS Setup program, press the <Delete> key during the POST when the power is turned on.

To upgrade the BIOS, use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash or @BIOS utility.

•Q-Flash allows the user to quickly and easily upgrade or back up BIOS without entering the operating system.

•@BIOS is a Windows-based utility that searches and downloads the latest version of BIOS from the Internet

and updates the BIOS.

For instructions on using the Q-Flash and @BIOS utilities, refer to Chapter 5, "BIOS Update Utilities."

Chapter 2 BIOS Setup

•BecauseBIOS ashingis potentiallyrisky, ifyoudo notencounter problemsusingthecurrent

versionof BIOS,itis recommendedthat younotash theBIOS.To ashtheBIOS, doitwith

caution.InadequateBIOSashingmayresultinsystemmalfunction.

•Itisrecommendedthatyounotalterthedefaultsettings(unlessyouneedto)topreventsystem

instability or other unexpected results. Inadequately altering the settings may result in system's

failure to boot. If this occurs, try to clear the CMOS values and reset the board to default values.

(Refertothe"LoadOptimizedDefaults"sectioninthischapterorintroductionsofthebatteryorthe

clearCMOSjumper/buttoninChapter1forhowtocleartheCMOSvalues.)

BIOS Setup

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2-1 Startup Screen

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

Function Keys:

<DEL>: BIOS SETUP\Q-FLASH

Press the <Delete> key to enter BIOS Setup or to access the Q-Flash utility in BIOS Setup.

<F9>: SYSTEM INFORMATION

Press the <F9> key to display your system information.

<F12>: BOOT MENU

 BootMenuallowsyoutosettherstbootdevicewithoutenteringBIOSSetup.InBootMenu,usetheup

arrow key < > or the down arrow key <h i>toselecttherstbootdevice,thenpress<Enter>toaccept.

The system will boot from the device immediately.

Note: The setting in Boot Menu is effective for one time only. After system restart, the device boot order

will still be based on BIOS Setup settings.

<END>: Q-FLASH

 Pressthe<End>keytoaccesstheQ-FlashutilitydirectlywithouthavingtoenterBIOSSetuprst.

Function Keys

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BIOS Setup

2-2 The Main Menu

A. Startup Guide (Default)

TheStartupGuidescreensimpliesconventionalcomplicatedBIOSsetupmenusandpresentsonlythemost

frequentlyusedoptionsintheeasy-to-useinterface.Ithelpsrst-timeuserstoperformbasicsystemsetups

more quickly and easily.

B. ST Mode (Smart Tweak Mode)

Differing from traditional UEFI interface, the ST Mode provides a fancy and user-friendly BIOS environment

where users can easily point and click through various settings and make adjustments for optimum performance.

InSTMode,youcanuseyourmousetomovethroughtheoptionmenusforquickcongurationorpress<F2>

to switch to the traditional BIOS Setup screen.

•When the system is not stable as usual, select the item to set your Load Optimized Defaults

system to its defaults.

•The BIOS Setup menus described in this chapter are for reference only and may differ by BIOS

version.

BIOS Setup

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Classic Setup Function Keys

<f><g> Move the selection bar to select a setup menu

<h><i>Movetheselectionbartoselectancongurationitemonamenu

<Enter> Execute command or enter a menu

<+>/<Page Up> Increase the numeric value or make changes

<->/<Page Down> Decrease the numeric value or make changes

<F2> Switch to ST Mode or Startup Guide screen.

<F5> Restore the previous BIOS settings for the current submenus

<F7> LoadtheOptimizedBIOSdefaultsettingsforthecurrentsubmenus

<F8> Access the Q-Flash utility

<F9> Display system information

<F10> Save all the changes and exit the BIOS Setup program

<F12> Capture the current screen as an image and save it to your USB drive

<Esc> Main Menu: Exit the BIOS Setup program

Submenus: Exit current submenu

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 <Enter> to accept or enter a sub-menu. Or you can use your mouse to

select the item you want.

(Sample BIOS Version: F1k)

Setup Menus

Function Keys

Help

Enter Q-Flash

Select Default

Language

CongurationItems Current Settings

Switch to

ST Mode

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BIOS Setup

BIOS Setup Menus

M.I.T.

 Usethismenutocongure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congurethedefaultlanguageusedbytheBIOSandsystemtimeanddate.

BIOS Features

 UsethismenutocongurethedevicebootorderandadvancedfeaturesavailableontheCPU.

Peripherals

 Usethismenutocongureallperipheraldevices,suchasSATA,USB,integratedaudio,andintegrated

LAN, etc.

Power Management

 Usethismenutocongureallthepower-savingfunctions.

Save & Exit

Save all the changes made in the BIOS Setup program to the CMOS and exit BIOS Setup. You can save

thecurrentBIOSsettingstoaproleorloadoptimizeddefaultsforoptimal-performancesystemoperations.

BIOS Setup

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2-3 M.I.T.

Whether the system will work stably with the overclock/overvoltage settings you made is dependent

onyouroverallsystemcongurations.Incorrectlydoingoverclock/overvoltagemayresultindamage

to CPU, chipset, or memory and reduce the useful life of these components. This page is for advanced

users only and we recommend you not to alter the default settings to prevent system instability or

otherunexpectedresults.(Inadequatelyalteringthesettingsmayresultinsystem'sfailuretoboot.If

thisoccurs,cleartheCMOSvaluesandresettheboardtodefaultvalues.)

This section provides information on the BIOS version, CPU base clock, CPU frequency, memory frequency,

totalmemorysize,CPUtemperature,Vcore,andmemoryvoltage.

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