GA-Z97M-D3H
GA-H97M-D3H

User's Manual
Rev. 1001
12ME-Z97MD3H-1001R

GA-Z97M-D3H

GA-H97M-D3H

Motherboard
GA-Z97M-D3H
GA-H97M-D3H

Motherboard
GA-Z97M-D3H
GA-H97M-D3H

Apr. 11, 2014
Apr. 11, 2014

Copyright© 2014 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. All rights reserved.
The trademarks mentioned in this manual are legally registered to their respective owners.

Disclaimer

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Changes to the specifications and features in this manual may be made by GIGABYTE without prior notice.
No part of this manual may be reproduced, copied, translated, transmitted, or published in any form or by
any means without GIGABYTE's prior written permission.
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Identifying Your Motherboard Revision

The revision number on your motherboard looks like this: "REV: X.X." For example, "REV: 1.0" means therevision of the motherboard is 1.0. Check your motherboard revision before updating motherboard BIOS,
drivers, or when looking for technical information.
Example:Table of Contents
GA-Z97M-D3H/GA-H97M-D3H Motherboard Layout.......................................................4
GA-Z97M-D3H/GA-H97M-D3H 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..................................................................................... 6
Product Specifications....................................................................................... 7
Installing the CPU............................................................................................. 9
Installing the Memory...................................................................................... 10
Installing an Expansion Card.......................................................................... 10
Back Panel Connectors................................................................................... 10Internal Connectors......................................................................................... 12

Chapter 2 BIOS Setup...................................................................................................18
2-1
2-2
2-3
2-4
2-5
2-6
2-7

Startup Screen................................................................................................ 18
M.I.T................................................................................................................ 19
System Information......................................................................................... 24
BIOS Features................................................................................................ 25
Peripherals...................................................................................................... 28
Power Management........................................................................................ 30
Save & Exit...................................................................................................... 32

Chapter 3 Appendix.......................................................................................................33
3-1
3-2

Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s)...................................................................... 33
Drivers Installation........................................................................................... 35

Regulatory Statements............................................................................................... 36
Contact Us................................................................................................................. 40-3-

GA-Z97M-D3H/GA-H97M-D3H Motherboard Layout
KB_MS_USB
ATX_12V_2X4

SYS_FAN1

CPU_FAN

VGA
DVI

ATX

AUDIO

Realtek®
GbE LAN SYS_FAN2

BAT

iTE®
Super I/O

CODEC

DDR3_1Intel® Z97j
Intel® H97k

PCI2
PCIe to PCI
BridgePCIEX4

B_BIOS
M_BIOS
CLR_CMOSSPDIF_O

F_AUDIO

DDR3_3GA-Z97M-D3H/GA-H97M-D3H

DDR3_2

PCI1

DDR3_4PCIEX16

1 3 5
SATA3 0 2 4

USB30
LAN

F_USB30

R_USB30HDMI

LGA1150

COM

LPT

TPM

F_USB3
F_USB1
F_USB2

F_PANEL

SYS_FAN3

Box Contents

55 GA-Z97M-D3H or GA-H97M-D3H motherboard
55 Motherboard driver disk
55 Two SATA cables
55 User's Manual
55 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.

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GA-Z97M-D3H/GA-H97M-D3H Motherboard Block Diagram
1 PCI Express x16

CPU CLK+/- (100 MHz)
PCIe CLK(100 MHz)LGA1150CPUHDMI

DDR3 1600/1333 MHz
Dual Channel Memory

DMI 2.0

x16

PCI Express Bus

1 PCI Express x4

FDI

DVI-D

Dual BIOS

D-Sub

LAN

6 SATA 6Gb/s

RJ45
Realtek®
GbE LANx4

PCIe CLK(100 MHz)Intel® Z97 j
Intel® H97 kx1

x1

6 USB 3.0/2.0

PCI Express Bus

8 USB 2.0/1.1

PCIe to PCI
Bridge

LPC
Bus

CODEC

S/PDIF Out

Rear Speaker Out
Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out
Side Speaker Out
MICLine OutLine In

LPT
PS/2 KB/Mouse

PCI CLK(33 MHz)

2 PCI

COM
iTE®
Super I/O

j Only for GA-Z97M-D3H.
k Only for GA-H97M-D3H.

For detailed product information/limitation(s), refer to "1-2 Product Specifications."-5-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 orwarranty 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, makesure they are connected tightly and securely.
•• When handling the motherboard, avoid touching any metal leads or connectors.
•• It is best to wear an electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap when handling electronic
components such as a motherboard, CPU or memory. If you do not have an ESD wrist strap,
keep your hands dry and first touch a metal object to eliminate static electricity.
•• Prior to installing the motherboard, please have it on top of an antistatic pad or within anelectrostatic 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 themotherboard circuit or its components.
•• Make sure there are no leftover screws or metal components placed on the motherboard orwithin 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 systemcomponents as well as physical harm to the user.
•• If you are uncertain about any installation steps or have a problem related to the use of the
product, please consult a certified computer technician.

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1-2

Product SpecificationsCPU 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® Z97j/H97k Express Chipset

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




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OnboardGraphics*	Due to a Windows 32-bit operating system limitation, when more than 4 GB of physicalmemory is installed, the actual memory size displayed will be less than the size ofthe 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 Profile (XMP) memory modules(Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds andmemory modules.) 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.

-	Support for up to 3 displays at the same time-	Maximum shared memory of 1 GB
Realtek® ALC892 codec
High Definition Audio
2/4/5.1/7.1-channel
Support for S/PDIF Out

Audio






LAN

 Realtek® GbE LAN 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.

(The PCIEX16 slot conforms to PCI Express 3.0 standard.) 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, running at x4 (PCIEX4)(The PCIEX4 slot conforms to PCI Express 2.0 standard.) 2 x PCI slots

Multi-Graphics
 Support for 2-Way AMD CrossFire™ technology
Technology
Storage Interface  Chipset:- 6 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors- Support for RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, and RAID 10
USB
 Chipset:-	6 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports (4 ports on the back panel, 2 ports available throughthe internal USB header)-	8 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (2 ports on the back panel, 6 ports available throughthe internal USB headers)j Only for GA-Z97M-D3H.
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Internal
Connectors

Back Panel
Connectors

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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
3 x system fan headers
1 x front panel header
1 x front panel audio header
1 x S/PDIF Out header
1 x USB 3.0/2.0 header
3 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers
1 x serial port header
1 x parallel port header
1 x Clear CMOS jumper
1 x Trusted Platform Module (TPM) header
1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse port
1 x D-Sub port
1 x DVI-D port
1 x HDMI port
4 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports
2 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports
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








BIOS





Unique Features 

System voltage detection
CPU/System temperature detection
CPU/System fan speed detection
CPU/System overheating warning
CPU/System fan fail warning
CPU/System fan speed control*	Whether the fan speed control function is supported will depend on the cooler you
install.

2 x 64 Mbit flash
Use of licensed AMI UEFI BIOS
Support for DualBIOS™
PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.7, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 2.0
Support for APP Center-*	Available applications in APP Center may differ by motherboard model. Supported
functions of each application may also differ depending on motherboard
specifications.

@BIOS
EasyTune
EZ Setup
Fast Boot
ON/OFF Charge
Smart TimeLock
Smart Recovery 2
System Information Viewer
USB Blocker-8-Unique Features BundledSoftware




Operating
SystemForm Factor

Support for Q-Flash
Support for Smart Switch
Support for Xpress Install
Norton® Internet Security (OEM version)
Intel® Rapid Start Technology
Intel® Smart Connect Technology
Intel® Smart Response Technology
Intel® Small Business Advantage k
Support for Windows 8.1/8/7

 Micro ATX Form Factor; 24.4cm x 22.5cm* GIGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to the product specifications and product-related information without
prior notice.
* Please visit the Support & Downloads\Utility page on GIGABYTE's website to check the supported operating system(s)for the software listed in the "Unique Features" and "Bundled Software" columns.

1-3

Installing the CPU
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 damageof the CPU may occur.
•• Set the CPU host frequency in accordance with the CPU specifications. It is not recommended
that the system bus frequency be set beyond hardware specifications since it does not meet thestandard requirements for the peripherals. If you wish to set the frequency beyond the standard
specifications, please do so according to your hardware specifications including the CPU, graphics
card, memory, hard drive, etc.

Installing the CPU

Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the CPU.
LGA1150 CPU Socket
Alignment Key

Pin One Corner of the CPU Socket

LGA1150 CPU
Notch

Alignment Key

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.
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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 thesame 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 thememory 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.

Dual Channel Memory Configuration

This motherboard provides four DDR3 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. After the
memory is installed, the BIOS will automatically detect the specifications and capacity of the memory. Enabling
Dual Channel memory mode will double the original memory bandwidth.
The four DDR3 memory sockets are divided into two channels and each channel has two memory sockets asfollowing:Channel
A: DDR3_2, DDR3_4
Channel
B: DDR3_1, DDR3_3
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 memoryof the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used and installed in the same colored DDR3
sockets. For optimum performance, when enabling Dual Channel mode with two memory modules,
we recommend that you install them in the DDR3_1 and DDR3_2 sockets.

1-5

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 camewith 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 PortUse this port to connect a PS/2 mouse or keyboard.
•• When removing the cable connected to a back panel connector, first remove the cable from yourdevice and then remove it from the motherboard.
•• When removing the cable, pull it straight out from the connector. Do not rock it side to side to prevent
an electrical short inside the cable connector.
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D-Sub PortThe D-Sub port supports a 15-pin D-Sub connector and supports a maximum resolution of 1920x1200@60Hz(the actual resolutions supported depend on the monitor being used). Connect a monitor that supports
D-Sub connection to this port.

DVI-D Port (Note)

The DVI-D port conforms to the DVI-D specification and supports a maximum resolution of 1920x1200@60Hz(the actual resolutions supported depend on the monitor being used). Connect a monitor that supports
DVI-D connection to this port.

HDMI Port

The HDMI port is HDCP compliant and supports Dolby True HD and DTS HD
Master Audio formats. It also supports up to 192KHz/24bit 8-channel LPCM audio
output. You can use this port to connect your HDMI-supported monitor. The maximum supported resolution
is 4096x2160@24Hz or 2560x1600@60Hz, but the actual resolutions supported are dependent on themonitor being used.
After installing the HDMI device, make sure to set the default sound playback device to HDMI.

Triple-Display Configurations for the Onboard Graphics:

Triple-display configurations are supported after you install motherboard drivers in OS. Only dual-display
configurations are supported during the BIOS Setup or POST process.

USB 3.0/2.0 Port

The USB 3.0 port supports the USB 3.0 specification and is compatible to the USB 2.0/1.1 specification.
Use this port for USB devices such as a USB keyboard/mouse, USB printer, USB flash drive and etc.

RJ-45 LAN Port

The Gigabit Ethernet LAN port provides Internet connection at up to 1 Gbps data rate. The following
describes the states of the LAN port LEDs.
Connection/
Speed LED

Activity LED

LAN Port

Connection/Speed LED:
State
OrangeGreen
Off

Description
1 Gbps data rate
100 Mbps data rate
10 Mbps data rate

Activity LED:
State
Blinking
Off

Description
Data transmission or receiving is occurring
No data transmission or receiving is occurring

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

Line Out Jack (Green)

The line out jack. Use this audio jack for a headphone or 2-channel speaker. This jack can be used toconnect front speakers in a 4/5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration.

(Note)The DVI-D port does not support D-Sub connection by adapter.
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Mic In Jack (Pink)

The Mic in jack. Microphones must be connected to this jack.
The audio jacks can be reconfigured to perform different functions via the audio software (supported
functions may vary based on hardware specification). Only microphones still MUST be connected tothe default Mic in jack.

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Internal Connectors
1

4

3

15

2

9
5
4

14

8

7

1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
6)
7)
8)

ATX_12V_2X4
ATX
CPU_FANSYS_FAN1/2/3
SATA3 0/1/2/3/4/5
F_PANEL
F_AUDIOSPDIF_O

11

12

13

10

9)
10)
11)
12)
13)
14)
15)

4

6

F_USB30
F_USB1/F_USB2/F_USB3
COM
LPT
TPM
CLR_CMOS
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. 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.
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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 thepower 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 canlead to an unstable or unbootable system.
ATX_12V_2X4:
5

8

1

4
ATX_12V_2X4

Pin No.
1
2
3
4

Definition
Pin No.
GND (Only for 2x4-pin 12V)
5
GND (Only for 2x4-pin 12V)
6
GND
7
GND
8

Definition+12V (Only for 2x4-pin 12V)
+12V (Only for 2x4-pin 12V)
+12V
+12V

Definition
Pin No.
3.3V
13
3.3V
14
GND
15
+5V
16
GND
17
+5V
18
GND
19
Power Good
20
5VSB (stand by +5V)
21
+12V
22
+12V (Only for 2x12-pin 23
ATX)
3.3V (Only for 2x12-pin 24
ATX)

Definition
3.3V
-12V
GND
PS_ON (soft On/Off)
GND
GND
GND
-5V
+5V
+5V
+5V (Only for 2x12-pin ATX)

ATX:
12

24

1

13

Pin No.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12

ATX

GND (Only for 2x12-pin ATX)

3/4) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN1/SYS_FAN2/SYS_FAN3 (Fan Headers)

All fan headers on this motherboard are 4-pin. Most fan headers possess a foolproof insertion design.
When connecting a fan cable, be sure to connect it in the correct orientation (the black connector wire is
the ground wire). The speed control function requires the use of a fan with fan speed control design. For
optimum heat dissipation, it is recommended that a system fan be installed inside the chassis.
CPU_FAN:1
CPU_FANPin No.
1
2
3
4

SYS_FAN:

Definition
GND
+12V
Sense
Speed Control

Pin No.
1
SYS_FAN1/SYS_FAN2
2
3
1
4
1

SYS_FAN3

Definition
GND+12V/Speed Control
Sense
VCC

•• Be sure to connect fan cables to the fan headers to prevent your CPU and system from overheating. Overheating
may result in damage to the CPU or the system may hang.
•• These fan headers are not configuration jumper blocks. Do not place a jumper cap on the headers.

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PORT

DEBUG
PORT

5) 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/sstandard. Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device. The Intel® Chipset supports RAID 0, RAID 1,
RAID 5, and RAID 10. Refer to Chapter 3, "Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s)," for instructions on configuring
a RAID array.
1

7

7
1 3 5
0 2 4

SATA3

1

Pin No. Definition
1
GND
2
TXP
3
TXN
4
GND
G.QBOFM
5
RXN
6
RXP
7
GND
7

1

7

1

•• A RAID 0 or RAID 1 configuration requires at least two hard drives. If more than two hard drives are to be
used, the total number of hard drives must be an even number.
•• A RAID 5 configuration requires at least three hard drives. (The total number of hard drives does not haveto be an even number.)•• A RAID 10 configuration requires four hard drives.
•• To enable hot-plugging for the SATA ports, refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Peripherals\SATA Configuration,"for more information.

6) F_PANEL (Front Panel Header)

1
1

_S

SPEAK-

SPEAK+

PWR_LED+PWR_LEDPWR_LED-HD+
HDRESRES+
CICI+

3

SS

2

F_

1

MSG+
MSGPW+
PW-

Connect the power switch, reset switch, speaker, chassis intrusion switch/sensor and system status indicatoron the chassis to this header according to the pin assignments below. Note the positive and negative pins
before connecting the cables.
•• PLED/PWR_LED (Power LED):
Power LED Power Switch Speaker
Connects to the power status indicator on the
System Status LED
chassis front panel. The LED is on when the
S0Onsystem is operating. The LED is off when the
S3/S4/S5
Offsystem is in S3/S4 sleep state or poweredoff (S5).
•• PW (Power Switch):
S
S
U
2
20
F_
Connects
to the power switch on the chassis front panel. You may
1
19
configure the way to turn off your system using the power switch (refer
to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Power Management," for more information).
•• SPEAK (Speaker):
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
Hard Drive Reset
Power LED
Activity LED Switch
be heard if no problem is detected at system startup.
Chassis Intrusion
Header•• HD (Hard Drive Activity LED):
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):
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):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.

1
1

B S_ switch, reset switch,_
The front panel design may differ by chassis.
A front panel module mainly consists of power
B panel module to thisBpower LED, hard drive activity LED, speakerand etc. When connecting your chassis front
header, make sure the wire assignments and the pin assignments are matched correctly.

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1 2 3

1 2 3

1 2 3

S

S B_
B

7) 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 moduleconnector match the pin assignments of the motherboard header. Incorrect connection between the moduleconnector and the motherboard header will make the device unable to work or even damage it.

9
10

1
2

For HD Front Panel Audio:
Pin No. Definition
1
MIC2_L
2
GND
3
MIC2_R
4-ACZ_DET
5
LINE2_R
6
GND
7
FAUDIO_JD
8
No Pin9LINE2_L10
GND

For AC'97 Front Panel Audio:
Pin No. Definition
1
MIC
2
GND
3
MIC Power
4NC
5Line Out (R)
6
NC
7
NC
8
No Pin9Line Out (L)10NC•• The front panel audio header supports HD audio by default.
•• Audio signals will be present on both of the front and back panel audio connections simultaneously.
•• Some chassis provide a front panel audio module that has separated connectors on each wire instead of asingle plug. For information about connecting the front panel audio module that has different wire assignments,
please contact the chassis manufacturer.

8) 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 andsound 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.
1
F_ U 2

1

F_USB30

Definition
SPDIFO
GND

F_F

9) F_USB30 (USB 3.0/2.0 Header)

The header conforms to USB 3.0/2.0 specification and can provide two USB ports. For purchasing theoptional 3.5" front panel that provides two USB 3.0/2.0 ports, please contact the local dealer.

B_
10

Definition
VBUS
SSRX1SSRX1+GND
SSTX1SSTX1+GND

Pin No.
8
9
10
11
12
13
14

Definition
D1D1+
NC
B SS
D2+
D2GND
SSTX2+

Pin No.

Definition

SSTX215GND
16
SSRX2+
17
SSRX218VBUS
19
20 _S No Pin

1

1

Prior to installing the USB bracket, be sure to turn off your computer and unplug the power cord from the power
outlet to prevent damage to the USB bracket.

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1 2 3

S

S

1 2 3

1 2 3

1 2 3

11

1
2
3
4
5
6
7

1

Pin No.

1

1

20

S

10) F_USB1/F_USB2/F_USB3 (USB 2.0/1.1 Headers)The headers conform to USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Each USB header can provide two USB ports via an
optional USB bracket. For purchasing the optional USB bracket, please contact the local dealer.
910

Pin No.
1
2
3
4
5

1
2

Definition
Power (5V)
Power (5V)
USB DXUSB DYUSB DX+

Pin No.
6
7
8
9
10

Definition
USB DY+GND
GND
No PinNC

G.QBOFM•• Do not plug the IEEE 1394 bracket (2x5-pin) cable into the USB header.
•• Prior to installing the USB bracket, be sure to turn off your computer and unplug the power cord from the power
outlet to prevent damage to the USB bracket.

11) COM (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

DEBUG
PORT

Pin No.
1
2
3
4
5

1
2

Definition
NDCDNSIN
NSOUT
NDTRGND

Pin No.
6
7
8
9
10

Definition
NDSRNRTSNCTSNRINo Pin

12) 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
26

1
2

Pin No.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9

Definition

Pin No.
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18

STBAFDPD0ERRPD1
INITPD2
SLINPD3- 16 -

Definition
GND
PD4
GND
PD5
GND
PD6
GND
PD7
GND

Pin No.
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26

Definition
ACKGND
BUSY
GND
PE
No Pin
SLCT
GND

B SS
1

B_

1

13) TPM (Trusted Platform Module Header)

_S

1
1

You may connect a TPM (Trusted Platform Module) to this header.

2

Pin No.
8
9
10
11
12
13
14

LCLK
GND
LFRAMENo PinLRESET
NC S
LAD3Definition
LAD2 S
VCC3
LAD1
LAD0
1 2 3
GND
NC
ID

1 2 3

20

Definition

Pin No.
15
16
17
18
19
20
1 2 3

Pin No.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7

1

1 2 3

19

Definition
SB3V
SERIRQGND
NC
NC
SUSCLK

14) CLR_CMOS (Clear CMOS Jumper)

Use this jumper to clear the BIOS configuration 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
3

S

B SS

S

U

_ _

•• 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 manuallyconfigure the BIOS settings (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," for BIOS configurations).
S

_

S F

15) BAT (Battery)

The battery provides power to keep the values (such as BIOS configurations, date, and time information)in the CMOS when the computer is turned off. Replace the battery when the battery voltage drops to a low
level, or the CMOS values may not be accurate or may be lost.
You may clear the CMOS values by removing the battery:
1. Turn off your computer and unplug the power cord.
2. Gently remove the battery from the battery holder and wait for one minute. (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.

S

_

S

_

•• 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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3

Chapter 2

BIOS Setup

BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) records hardware parameters of the system in the CMOS on themotherboard. Its major functions include conducting the Power-On Self-Test (POST) during system startup,saving system parameters and loading operating system, etc. BIOS includes a BIOS Setup program that allows
the user to modify basic system configuration settings or to activate certain system features.
When the power is turned off, the battery on the motherboard supplies the necessary power to the CMOS tokeep the configuration values in the CMOS.
To access the BIOS Setup program, press the <Delete> key during the POST when the power is turned on.
To upgrade the BIOS, use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash or @BIOS utility.
•• Q-Flash allows the user to quickly and easily upgrade or back up BIOS without entering the operating system.
•• @BIOS is a Windows-based utility that searches and downloads the latest version of BIOS from the Internet
and updates the BIOS.
•• Because BIOS flashing is potentially risky, if you do not encounter problems using the current version of BIOS,
it is recommended that you not flash the BIOS. To flash the BIOS, do it with caution. Inadequate BIOS flashing
may result in system malfunction.
•• It is recommended that you not alter the default settings (unless you need to) to prevent system instability or otherunexpected results. Inadequately altering the settings may result in system's failure to boot. If this occurs, try toclear the CMOS values and reset the board to default values. (Refer to the "Load Optimized Defaults" section inthis chapter or introductions of the battery/clear CMOS jumper in Chapter 1 for how to clear the CMOS values.)

2-1

Startup Screen

The following startup Logo screen will appear when the computer boots.
(Sample BIOS Version: GA-Z97M-D3H F1i)

Function Keys

There are three different BIOS modes as follows and you can use the <F2> key to switch between these modes.
Startup Guide screen (default) simplifies conventional complicated BIOS setup menus and presents only themost frequently used options in the easy-to-use interface. It helps first-time users to perform basic systemsetups more quickly and easily. The ST Mode (for the GA-Z97M-D3H only) provides a fancy and user-friendly
BIOS environment where users can easily point and click through various settings and make adjustments for
optimum performance. 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.
•• When the system is not stable as usual, select the Load Optimized Defaults item to set your system to its defaults.
•• The BIOS Setup menus described in this chapter are for reference only and may differ by BIOS version.

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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, Vcore, and memory voltage.
Whether the system will work stably with the overclock/overvoltage settings you made is dependent on your overallsystem configurations. Incorrectly doing overclock/overvoltage may result in damage to CPU, chipset, or memory
and reduce the useful life of these components. This page is for advanced users only and we recommend you not toalter 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.)`` M.I.T. Current Status

This screen provides information on CPU/memory frequencies/parameters.

&& Performance Upgrade (Note) j

Provides you with five different overclocking configurations. Options are: 20% Upgrade, 40% Upgrade,
60% Upgrade, 80% Upgrade, 100% Upgrade. (Default: Auto)&& CPU Base Clock j

Allows you to manually set the CPU base clock in 0.01 MHz increments. (Default: Auto)
Important: It is highly recommended that the CPU frequency be set in accordance with the CPU
specifications.

&& Host/PCIe Clock Frequency (Note) j

Allows you to manually set the host clock frequency (which controls CPU, PCIe, and memory frequencies)
in 0.01 MHz increments.
This item is configurable only when CPU Base Clock is set to Manual.

&& Processor Base Clock (Gear Ratio) (Note) j

Allows you to configure the Processor Base Clock by multiplying the Host/PCIe Clock Frequency by several
preset host clock multipliers. This item is configurable only when CPU Base Clock is set to Manual.

&& Spread Spectrum Control (Note) j

Enables or disables CPU/PCIe Spread Spectrum. (Default: Auto)
This item is configurable only when CPU Base Clock is set to Manual.

j(Note)

Only for GA-Z97M-D3H.
This item is present only when you install a CPU that supports this feature. For more information aboutIntel® CPUs' unique features, please visit Intel's website.
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&& Host Clock Value jThis value is determined by multiplying the Host/PCIe Clock Frequency value by the Processor Base
Clock (Gear Ratio) value.

&& Processor Graphics Clock

Allows you to set the onboard graphics clock. The adjustable range is from 400 MHz to 4000 MHz. (Default:
Auto)&& CPU Upgrade (Note)

Allows you to set the CPU frequency. Options may vary depending on the CPU being used. (Default: Auto)&& CPU Clock Ratio

Allows you to alter the clock ratio for the installed CPU. The adjustable range is dependent on the CPU
being installed.

&& CPU Frequency

Displays the current operating CPU frequency.

`` Advanced CPU Core Settings&& CPU Clock Ratio, CPU Frequency

The settings above are synchronous to those under the same items on the Advanced Frequency Settings
menu.

&& K OC (Note)

Allows for increased performance by using certain CPUs. (Default: Auto)&& CPU PLL Selection

Allows you to set the CPU PLL. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto)&& 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. (Default: Auto)&& Turbo Ratio (1-Core Active~4-Core Active) (Note)

Allows you to set the CPU Turbo ratios for different number of active cores. Auto sets the CPU Turbo ratios
according to the CPU specifications. (Default: Auto)&& Turbo Power Limit (Watts)

Allows you to set a power limit for CPU Turbo mode. When the CPU power consumption exceeds the
specified power limit, the CPU will automatically reduce the core frequency in order to reduce the power.
Auto sets the power limit according to the CPU specifications. (Default: Auto)&& Core Current Limit (Amps)

Allows you to set a current limit for CPU Turbo mode. When the CPU current exceeds the specified current
limit, the CPU will automatically reduce the core frequency in order to reduce the current. Auto sets thepower limit according to the CPU specifications. (Default: Auto)&& No. of CPU Cores Enabled (Note)

Allows you to select the number of CPU cores to enable in an Intel® multi-core CPU (the number of CPU
cores may vary by CPU). Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto)j(Note)

Only for GA-Z97M-D3H.
This item is present only when you install a CPU that supports this feature. For more information aboutIntel® CPUs' unique features, please visit Intel's website.
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&& Hyper-Threading Technology (Note 1)

Allows you to determine whether to enable multi-threading technology when using an Intel® CPU that
supports this function. This feature only works for operating systems that support multi-processor mode.
Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto)&& CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) (Note 1)

Enables or disables Intel® CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) function, a CPU power-saving function in system
halt state. When enabled, the CPU core frequency and voltage will be reduced during system halt state to
decrease power consumption. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto)&& C3 State Support (Note 1)

Allows you to determine whether to let the CPU enter C3 mode in system halt state. When enabled, theCPU core frequency and voltage will be reduced during system halt state to decrease power consumption.
The C3 state is a more enhanced power-saving state than C1. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure
this setting. (Default: Auto)&& C6/C7 State Support (Note 1)

Allows you to determine whether to let the CPU enter C6/C7 mode in system halt state. When enabled, theCPU core frequency and voltage will be reduced during system halt state to decrease power consumption.
The C6/C7 state is a more enhanced power-saving state than C3. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure
this setting. (Default: Auto)&& CPU Thermal Monitor (Note 1)

Enables or disables Intel® Thermal Monitor function, a CPU overheating protection function. When enabled,
the CPU core frequency and voltage will be reduced when the CPU is overheated. Auto lets the BIOS
automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto)&& CPU EIST Function (Note 1)

Enables or disables Enhanced Intel® Speed Step Technology (EIST). Depending on CPU loading, Intel
EIST technology can dynamically and effectively lower the CPU voltage and core frequency to decrease
average power consumption and heat production. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting.
(Default: Auto)&& Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) (Note 2)

Allows the BIOS to read the SPD data on XMP memory module(s) to enhance memory performance whenenabled.
Disabled		
Disables this function. (Default)
Profile1		
Uses Profile 1 settings.
(Note 2)
Profile2

Uses Profile 2 settings.

&& System Memory Multiplier

Allows you to set the system memory multiplier. Auto sets memory multiplier according to memory SPD
data. (Default: Auto)&& Memory Frequency (MHz)The first memory frequency value is the normal operating frequency of the memory being used; the second
is the memory frequency that is automatically adjusted according to the System Memory Multiplier settings.

`` Advanced Memory Settings&& Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) (Note 2), System Memory Multiplier, Memory Frequency(MHz)The settings above are synchronous to those under the same items on the Advanced Frequency Settings menu.

&& Memory Overclocking Profiles (Note) j

Allows you to set the memory frequency. Options may vary depending on the memory being used. (Default:
Disabled)j
Only for GA-Z97M-D3H.
(Note 1) This item is present only when you install a CPU that supports this feature. For more information aboutIntel® CPUs' unique features, please visit Intel's website.
(Note 2) This item is present only when you install a CPU and a memory module that support this feature.
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&& Memory Boot Mode

Provides memory detection and training methods.
Auto				Lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default)
Enable
Fast Boot	Skip memory detection and training in some specific criteria for faster memoryboot.
DisableFast Boot Detect and train memory at every single boot.

&& Memory Enhancement Settings

Provides three different memory performance enhancement settings: Normal (basic performance), Enhanced
Stability, and Enhanced Performance. (Default: Normal)&& Memory Timing Mode

Manual and Advanced Manual allows the Channel Interleaving, Rank Interleaving, and memory timing
settings below to be configurable. Options are: Auto (default), Manual, Advanced Manual.

&& Profile DDR Voltage

When using a non-XMP memory module or Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) is set to Disabled, thevalue is displayed according to your memory specification. When Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) is set
to Profile1 or Profile2, the value is displayed according to the SPD data on the XMP memory.

&& Channel Interleaving

Enables or disables memory channel interleaving. Enabled allows the system to simultaneously accessdifferent channels of the memory to increase memory performance and stability. Auto lets the BIOS
automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto)&& Rank Interleaving

Enables or disables memory rank interleaving. Enabled allows the system to simultaneously access different
ranks of the memory to increase memory performance and stability. Auto lets the BIOS automaticallyconfigure this setting. (Default: Auto)`` Channel A/B Memory Sub Timings

This sub-menu provides memory timing settings for each channel of memory. This sub-menu provides memory
timing settings for each channel of memory. The respective timing setting screens are configurable only when
Memory Timing Mode is set to Manual or Advanced Manual. Note: Your system may become unstable or failto boot after you make changes on the memory timings. If this occurs, please reset the board to default values
by loading optimized defaults or clearing the CMOS values.

`` Advanced Voltage Settings

This sub-menu allows you to set CPU, chipset and memory voltages.

`` PC Health Status&& Reset Case Open Status

Disabled		
Keeps or clears the record of previous chassis intrusion status. (Default)
Enabled		
Clears the record of previous chassis intrusion status and the Case Open field willshow "No" at next boot.

&& Case Open

Displays the detection status of the chassis intrusion detection device attached to the motherboard CI
header. If the system chassis cover is removed, this field will show "Yes", otherwise it will show "No". To
clear the chassis intrusion status record, set Reset Case Open Status to Enabled, save the settings to
the CMOS, and then restart your system.

&& CPU Vcore/CPU VRIN/Dram Voltage/+3.3V/+5V/+12V/CPU VAXG
Displays the current system voltages.

&& CPU/System Temperature

Displays current CPU/system temperature.

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&& CPU/System Fan Speed

Displays current CPU/system fan speeds.

&& CPU/System Temperature Warning

Sets the warning threshold for CPU/system temperature. When temperature exceeds the threshold, BIOS
will emit warning sound. Options are: Disabled (default), 60oC/140oF, 70oC/158oF, 80oC/176oF, 90oC/194oF.

&& CPU/System Fan Fail Warning

Allows the system to emit warning sound if the fan is not connected or fails. Check the fan condition or fanconnection when this occurs. (Default: Disabled)&& CPU Fan Speed Control (CPU_FAN Connector)

Allows you to determine whether to enable the fan speed control function and adjust the fan speed.
Normal		Allows the fan to run at different speeds according to the CPU temperature. You canadjust the fan speed with EasyTune based on your system requirements. (Default)
Silent			Allows the fan to run at slow speeds.
Manual		
Allows you to control the fan speed under the Fan Speed Percentage item.
Full Speed		
Allows the fan to run at full speeds.

&& Fan Speed Percentage

Allows you to control the fan speed. This item is configurable only when CPU Fan Speed Control is set
to Manual. Options are: 0.75 PWM value /oC ~ 2.50 PWM value /oC.

&& 1st System Fan Speed Control (SYS_FAN1 Connector)

Allows you to determine whether to enable the fan speed control function and adjust the fan speed.
Normal		Allows

the fan to run at different speeds according to the system temperature. You canadjust the fan speed with EasyTune based on your system requirements. (Default)
Silent			Allows the fan to run at slow speeds.
Manual		
Allows you to control the fan speed under the Fan Speed Percentage item.
Full Speed		
Allows the fan to run at full speeds.

&& Fan Speed Percentage

Allows you to control the fan speed. 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 System Fan Speed Control (SYS_FAN2 Connector)

Allows you to determine whether to enable the fan speed control function and adjust the fan speed.
Normal		Allows

the fan to run at different speeds according to the system temperature. You canadjust the fan speed with EasyTune based on your system requirements. (Default)
Silent			Allows the fan to run at slow speeds.
Manual		
Allows you to control the fan speed under the Fan Speed Percentage item.
Full Speed		
Allows the fan to run at full speeds.

&& Fan Speed Percentage

Allows you to control the fan speed. This item is configurable only when 2nd System Fan Speed Control
is set to Manual. Options are: 0.75 PWM value /oC ~ 2.50 PWM value /oC.

&& 3rd System Fan Speed Control (SYS_FAN3 Connector)

Allows you to determine whether to enable the fan speed control function and adjust the fan speed.
Normal		Allows

the fan to run at different speeds according to the system temperature. You canadjust the fan speed with EasyTune based on your system requirements. (Default)
Silent			Allows the fan to run at slow speeds.
Manual		
Allows you to control the fan speed under the Fan Speed Percentage item.
Full Speed		
Allows the fan to run at full speeds.

&& Fan Speed Percentage

Allows you to control the fan speed. This item is configurable only when 3rd System Fan Speed Control
is set to Manual. Options are: 0.75 PWM value /oC ~ 2.50 PWM value /oC.

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`` Miscellaneous Settings&& PCIe Slot Configuration

Allows you to set the operation mode of the PCI Express slots to Gen 1, Gen 2, or Gen 3. Actual operation
mode is subject to the hardware specification of each slot. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure thissetting. (Default: Auto)&& DMI Gen2 Speed

Allows you to configure the DMI link speed.
Auto			
Lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting.
Enabled		
Sets the DMI link speed to Gen 2. (Default)
Disabled		
Sets the DMI link speed to Gen 1.

&& 3DMark01 Boost

Allows you to determine whether to enhance some legacy benchmark performance. (Default: Disabled)

2-3

System Information

This section provides information on your motherboard model and BIOS version. You can also select the default
language used by the BIOS and manually set the system time.

&& System Language

Selects the default language used by the BIOS.

&& System Date

Sets the system date. The date format is week (read-only), month, date, and year. Use <Enter> to switch
between the Month, Date, and Year fields and use the <Page Up> or <Page Down> key to set the desired
value.

&& System Time

Sets the system time. The time format is hour, minute, and second. For example, 1 p.m. is 13:0:0. Use<Enter> to switch between the Hour, Minute, and Second fields and use the <Page Up> or <Page Down>
key to set the desired value.

&& Access Level

Displays the current access level depending on the type of password protection used. (If no password isset, the default will display as Administrator.) The Administrator level allows you to make changes to all
BIOS settings; the User level only allows you to make changes to certain BIOS settings but not all.
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2-4

BIOS Features&& Boot Option Priorities

Specifies the overall boot order from the available devices.
Removable storage devices that support GPT format will be prefixed with "UEFI:" string on the boot device
list. To boot from an operating system that supports GPT partitioning, select the device prefixed with "UEFI:"
string.
Or if you want to install an operating system that supports GPT partitioning such as Windows 7 64-bit, selectthe optical drive that contains the Windows 7 64-bit installation disk and is prefixed with "UEFI:" string.

&& Bootup NumLock State

Enables or disables Numlock feature on the numeric keypad of the keyboard after the POST. (Default:
Enabled)&& Security Option

Specifies whether a password is required every time the system boots, or only when you enter BIOS Setup.
After configuring this item, set the password(s) under the Administrator Password/User Password item.
Setup			A password is only required for entering the BIOS Setup program.
System		A
password is required for booting the system and for entering the BIOS Setup program.
(Default)&& Full Screen LOGO Show

Allows you to determine whether to display the GIGABYTE Logo at system startup. Disabled skips the
GIGABYTE Logo when the system starts up. (Default: Enabled)&& Fast Boot

Enables or disables Fast Boot to shorten the OS boot process. Ultra Fast provides the fastest bootup
speed. (Default: Disabled)&& VGA Support

Allows you to select which type of operating system to boot.
Auto			
Enables legacy option ROM only.
EFI Driver		
Enables EFI option ROM. (Default)This item is configurable only when Fast Boot is set to Enabled or Ultra Fast.

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&& USB Support

Disabled		
All USB devices are disabled before the OS boot process completes.
Full Initial		
All USB devices are functional in the operating system and during the POST.
Partial

Initial	Part of the USB devices are disabled before the OS boot process completes. (Default)This item is configurable only when Fast Boot is set to Enabled. This item is disabled when Fast Boot is
set to Ultra Fast.

&& PS2 Devices Support

Disabled		
All PS/2 devices are disabled before the OS boot process completes.
Enabled		
All PS/2 devices are functional in the operating system and during the POST. (Default)This item is configurable only when Fast Boot is set to Enabled. This item is disabled when Fast Boot is
set to Ultra Fast.

&& NetWork Stack Driver Support

Disabled		
Disables booting from the network. (Default)
Enabled		
Enables booting from the network.
This item is configurable only when Fast Boot is set to Enabled or Ultra Fast.

&& Next Boot After AC Power LossNormal
Boot Enables normal bootup upon the return of the AC power. (Default)Fast
Boot		
Keeps the Fast Boot settings upon the return of the AC power.
This item is configurable only when Fast Boot is set to Enabled or Ultra Fast.

&& 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 thecomputer, reducing exposure to viruses and malicious buffer overflow attacks when working with its
supporting software and system. (Default: Enabled)&& Intel Virtualization Technology (Note)

Enables or disables Intel® Virtualization Technology. Virtualization enhanced by Intel® Virtualization
Technology will allow a platform to run multiple operating systems and applications in independent partitions.
With virtualization, one computer system can function as multiple virtual systems. (Default: Enabled)&& Intel TXT(LT) Support (Note)

Enables or disables Intel® Trusted Execution Technology (Intel® TXT). Intel® Trusted Execution Technology
provides a hardware-based security foundation. (Default: Disabled)&& Dynamic Storage Accelerator

Enables or disables Intel® Dynamic Storage Accelerator. When enabled, the hard drive I/O performance
will be adjusted according to hard drive load. (Default: Disabled)&& VT-d (Note)

Enables or disables Intel® Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O. (Default: Enabled)&& Windows 8 Features

Allows you to select the operating system to be installed. (Default: Other OS)&& CSM Support

Enables or disables UEFI CSM (Compatibility Support Module) to support a legacy PC boot process.
Always		Enables UEFI CSM. (Default)Never			Disables UEFI CSM and supports UEFI BIOS boot process only.
This item is configurable only when Windows 8 Features is set to Windows 8.

(Note)

This item is present only when you install a CPU that supports this feature. For more information aboutIntel® CPUs' unique features, please visit Intel's website.
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&& Boot Mode Selection

Allows you to select which type of operating system to boot.
UEFIand Legacy	Allows booting from operating systems that support legacy option ROM or UEFI
option ROM. (Default)
LegacyOnly		
Allows booting from operating systems that only support legacy Option ROM.
UEFIOnly			Allows booting from operating systems that only support UEFI Option ROM.
This item is configurable only when CSM Support is set to Always.

&& LAN PXE Boot Option ROM

Allows you to select whether to enable the legacy option ROM for the LAN controller. (Default: Disabled)
This item is configurable only when CSM Support is set to Always.

&& 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.

&& Other PCI Device ROM Priority

Allows you to select whether to enable the UEFI or Legacy option ROM for the PCI device controller otherthan the LAN, storage device, and graphics controllers.
Legacy
OpROM		Enables legacy option ROM only.
UEFI
OpROM		Enables UEFI option ROM only. (Default)This item is configurable only when CSM Support is set to Always.

&& Network stack

Disables or enables booting from the network to install a GPT format OS, such as installing the OS fromthe Windows Deployment Services server. (Default: Disabled)&& Ipv4 PXE Support

Enables or disables IPv4 PXE Support. This item is configurable only when Network stack is enabled.

&& Ipv6 PXE Support

Enables or disables IPv6 PXE Support. This item is configurable only when Network stack is enabled.

&& Administrator Password

Allows you to configure an administrator password. Press <Enter> on this item, type the password, andthen press <Enter>. You will be requested to confirm the password. Type the password again and press<Enter>. You must enter the administrator password (or user password) at system startup and when entering
BIOS Setup. Differing from the user password, the administrator password allows you to make changes toall BIOS settings.

&& User Password

Allows you to configure a user password. Press <Enter> on this item, type the password, and then press<Enter>. You will be requested to confirm the password. Type the password again and press <Enter>.
You must enter the administrator password (or user password) at system startup and when entering BIOS
Setup. However, the user password only allows you to make changes to certain BIOS settings but not all.
To cancel the password, press <Enter> on the password item and when requested for the password, enter
the correct one first. When prompted for a new password, press <Enter> without entering any password.
Press <Enter> again when prompted to confirm.

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Peripherals&& Initial Display Output

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.

&& XHCI Mode

Allows you to determine the operating mode for the xHCI controller in OS.
Smart
Auto		This mode is available only when the BIOS supports the xHCI controller in the pre-bootenvironment. This mode is similar to Auto, but it adds the capability to route the ports
to xHCI or EHCI according to setting used in previous boots (for non-G3 boot) in the
pre-boot environment. This allows the use of USB 3.0 devices prior to OS boot. xHCI
controller enabling and rerouting should follow the steps in Auto, when previous bootrouts ports to EHCI. Note: This is the recommended mode when BIOS has xHCI preboot support. (Default)
Auto			
BIOS routes the sharable ports to EHCI controller. Then it uses ACPI protocols toprovide an option to enable the xHCI controller and reroute the sharable ports. Note:
This is the recommended mode when BIOS does NOT have xHCI pre-boot support.
Enabled		All
shared ports are eventually routed to the xHCI controller during the BIOS boot process.
If BIOS does not have pre-boot support for the xHCI controller, it should initially routethe sharable ports to the EHCI controller and then prior to OS boot it should route theports to xHCI controller. Note: OS has to provide support for the xHCI controller in thismode. If the OS does not provide support, all sharable ports won't work.
Disabled		
The USB 3.0 ports are routed to the EHCI controller and the xHCI controller is turned
off. All USB 3.0 devices function as High Speed devices regardless of xHCI software
support/availability.

&& Audio Controller

Enables or disables the onboard audio function. (Default: Enabled)
If you wish to install a 3rd party add-in audio card instead of using the onboard audio, set this item toDisabled.
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&& Intel Processor Graphics

Enables or disables the onboard graphics function. (Default: Enabled)&& Intel Processor Graphics Memory Allocation

Allows you to set the onboard graphics memory size. Options are: 32M~1024M. (Default: 64M)&& DVMT Total Memory Size

Allows you to allocate the DVMT memory size of the onboard graphics. Options are: 128M, 256M, MAX.
(Default: MAX)&& Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology

Enables or disables Intel® Rapid Start Technology. (Default: Disabled)&& Legacy USB Support

Allows USB keyboard/mouse to be used in MS-DOS. (Default: Enabled)&& XHCI Hand-off

Determines whether to enable XHCI Hand-off feature for an operating system without XHCI Hand-off
support. (Default: Enabled)&& EHCI Hand-off

Determines whether to enable EHCI Hand-off feature for an operating system without EHCI Hand-off
support. (Default: Disabled)&& USB Storage Devices

Displays a list of connected USB mass storage devices. This item appears only when a USB storage device
is installed.

&& Two Layer KVM Switch

Set to Enabled to ensure proper device functionality when chaining two KVM switches. (Default: Disabled)&& OnBoard LAN Controller

Enables or disables the onboard LAN function. (Default: Enabled)
If you wish to install a 3rd party add-in network card instead of using the onboard LAN, set this item toDisabled.

`` SATA Configuration&& Integrated SATA Controller

Enables or disables the integrated SATA controllers. (Default: Enabled)&& SATA Mode Selection

Enables or disables RAID for the SATA controllers integrated in the Chipset or configures the SATA controllers
to AHCI mode.
IDE		
Configures the SATA controller to IDE mode.
RAID		
Enables RAID for the SATA controller.
AHCI		
Configures the SATA controllers to AHCI mode. Advanced Host Controller Interface (AHCI)
is an interface specification that allows the storage driver to enable advanced Serial ATA
features such as Native Command Queuing and hot plug. (Default)`` Serial ATA Port 0/1/2/3/4/5&& Port 0/1/2/3/4/5

Enables or disables each SATA port. (Default: Enabled)&& Hot plug

Enables or disable the hot plug capability for each SATA port. (Default: Disabled)&& External SATA

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`` Super IO Configuration

This section provides information on the super I/O chip and allows you to configure the serial port andparallel port.

&& Serial Port A

Enables or disables the onboard serial port. (Default: Enabled)&& Parallel Port

Enables or disables the onboard parallel port. (Default: Enabled)`` Device Mode

This item is configurable only when Parallel Port is set to Enabled. Selects an operating mode for the
onboard parallel (LPT) port. Options are: Standard Parallel Port Mode (Default), EPP Mode (Enhanced
Parallel Port), ECP Mode (Extended Capabilities Port), EPP Mode & ECP Mode.

`` Intel(R) Smart Connect Technology&& ISCT Support

Enables or disables Intel® Smart Connect Technology. (Default: Disabled)`` Realtek PCIe GBE Family Controller

This sub-menu provides information on LAN configuration.

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Power Management&& Power Loading

Enables or disables dummy load. When the power supply is at low load, a self-protection will activate causing
it to shutdown or fail. If this occurs, please set to Enabled. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure thissetting. (Default: Auto)&& Resume by Alarm

Determines whether to power on the system at a desired time. (Default: Disabled)
If enabled, set the date and time as following:Wake
up day: Turn on the system at a specific time on each day or on a specific day in a month.
Wake
up hour/minute/second: Set the time at which the system will be powered on automatically.
Note: When using this function, avoid inadequate shutdown from the operating system or removal of the
AC power, or the settings may not be effective.
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&& Soft-Off by PWR-BTTN

Configures the way to turn off the computer in MS-DOS mode using the power button.
Instant-Off		
Press the power button and then the system will be turned off instantly. (Default)
Delay
4 Sec.	Press and hold the power button for 4 seconds to turn off the system. If the power
button is pressed for less than 4 seconds, the system will enter suspend mode.

&& RC6(Render Standby)

Allows you to determine whether to let the onboard graphics enter standby mode to decrease power
consumption. (Default: Enabled)&& AC BACK

Determines the state of the system after the return of power from an AC power loss.
Memory		The system returns to its last known awake state upon the return of the AC power.
AlwaysOn		The system is turned on upon the return of the AC power.
AlwaysOff		The system stays off upon the return of the AC power. (Default)&& Power On By Keyboard

Allows the system to be turned on by a PS/2 keyboard wake-up event.
Note: To use this function, you need an ATX power supply providing at least 1A on the +5VSB lead.
Disabled		
Disables this function. (Default)
Password		
Set a password with 1~5 characters to turn on the system.
Keyboard
98 Press POWER button on the Windows 98 keyboard to turn on the system.
Any Key		Press any key to turn on the system.

&& Power On Password

Set the password when Power On By Keyboard is set to Password.
Press <Enter> on this item and set a password with up to 5 characters and then press <Enter> to accept.
To turn on the system, enter the password and press <Enter>.
Note: To cancel the password, press <Enter> on this item. When prompted for the password, press <Enter>again without entering the password to clear the password settings.

&& Power On By Mouse

Allows the system to be turned on by a PS/2 mouse wake-up event.
Note: To use this function, you need an ATX power supply providing at least 1A on the +5VSB lead.
Disabled		
Disables this function. (Default)Move			
Move the mouse to turn on the system.
Double
Click Double click on left button on the mouse to turn on the system.

&& ErP

Determines whether to let the system consume least power in S5 (shutdown) state. (Default: Disabled)
Note: When this item is set to Enabled, the following functions will become unavailable: PME event wakeup, power on by mouse, power on by keyboard, and wake on LAN.

&& Platform Power Management

Enables or disables the Active State Power Management function (ASPM). (Default: Disabled)&& PEG ASPM

Allows you to configure the ASPM mode for the device connected to the CPU PEG bus. Auto lets the BIOS
automatically configure this setting. This item is configurable only when Platform Power Management is
set to Enabled. (Default: Auto)&& PCIe ASPM

Allows you to configure the ASPM mode for the device connected to Chipset's PCI Express bus. Autolets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. This item is configurable only when Platform PowerManagement is set to Enabled. (Default: Auto)&& CPU DMI Link ASPM Control

Allows you to configure the ASPM mode for the CPU side of the DMI link. Auto lets the BIOS automaticallyconfigure this setting. This item is configurable only when Platform Power Management is set to Enabled.
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&& PCH DMI Link ASPM Control

Allows you to configure the ASPM mode for both CPU side and Chipset side of the DMI link. Auto lets theBIOS automatically configure this setting. This item is configurable only when Platform Power Management
is set to Enabled. (Default: Enabled)

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Save & Exit&& Save & Exit Setup

Press <Enter> on this item and select Yes. This saves the changes to the CMOS and exits the BIOS Setup
program. Select No or press <Esc> to return to the BIOS Setup Main Menu.

&& Exit Without Saving

Press <Enter> on this item and select Yes. This exits the BIOS Setup without saving the changes madein BIOS Setup to the CMOS. Select No or press <Esc> to return to the BIOS Setup Main Menu.

&& Load Optimized Defaults

Press <Enter> on this item and select Yes to load the optimal BIOS default settings. The BIOS defaults
settings help the system to operate in optimum state. Always load the Optimized defaults after updating
the BIOS or after clearing the CMOS values.

&& Boot Override

Allows you to select a device to boot immediately. Press <Enter> on the device you select and select Yes
to confirm. Your system will restart automatically and boot from that device.

&& Save Profiles

This function allows you to save the current BIOS settings to a profile. You can create up to 8 profiles andsave as Setup Profile 1~ Setup Profile 8. Press <Enter> to complete. Or you can select Select File in
HDD/USB/FDD to save the profile to your storage device.

&& Load Profiles

If your system becomes unstable and you have loaded the BIOS default settings, you can use this function
to load the BIOS settings from a profile created before, without the hassles of reconfiguring the BIOS
settings. First select the profile you wish to load and then press <Enter> to complete. You can select SelectFile in HDD/USB/FDD to input the profile previously created from your storage device or load the profile
automatically created by the BIOS, such as reverting the BIOS settings to the last settings that worked
properly (last known good record).
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Appendix

Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s)Before you begin•• At least two SATA hard drives (to ensure optimal performance, it is recommended that you use two hard drives
with identical model and capacity). If you do not want to create RAID, you may prepare only one hard drive.
•• Windows setup disk.
•• Motherboard driver disk.
•• A USB flash drive.

Configuring the Onboard SATA Controller

A. Installing SATA hard drive(s) in your computer

Attach one end of the SATA signal cable to the rear of the SATA hard drive and the other end to available SATA
port on the motherboard. Then connect the power connector from your power supply to the hard drive.

B. Configuring SATA controller mode in BIOS Setup

Make sure to configure the SATA controller mode correctly in system BIOS Setup. For the BIOS Setup menus,
refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Integrated Peripherals."
Steps:
1. Turn on your computer and press <Delete> to enter BIOS Setup during the POST (Power-On Self-Test). Go
to Peripherals\SATA Configuration, make sure Integrated SATA Controller is enabled. To create RAID, set
SATA Mode Selection to RAID (Figure 1). If you do not want to create RAID, set this item to IDE or AHCI.
2. If you want to configure UEFI RAID, follow the steps in "C-1." To enter the legacy RAID ROM, save thesettings and exit BIOS Setup. Refer to "C-2" for more information.
The BIOS Setup menus described in this section may differ from the exact settings for your motherboard.
The actual BIOS Setup menu options you will see shall depend on the motherboard you have andthe BIOS version.

C-1. UEFI RAID Configuration

Only Windows 8.1/8 64-bit supports UEFI RAID configuration.
Steps:
1. After you set the SATA controller to RAID mode, go to BIOS Features and set Windows 8 Features toWindows 8 and CSM Support to Never. Save the changes and exit BIOS Setup.
2. After the system reboot, enter BIOS Setup again. Then enter the Peripherals\Intel(R) Rapid Storage
Technology sub-menu.
3. On the Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology menu, press <Enter> on Create RAID Volume to enter theCreate RAID Volume screen. Enter a volume name with 1~16 letters (letters cannot be special characters)
under the Name item and press <Enter>. Then, select a RAID level. RAID levels supported include RAID 0,
RAID 1, Recovery, RAID 10, and RAID 5 (the selections available depend on the number of the hard drives
being installed). Next, use the down arrow key to move to Select Disks.
4. Under Select Disks item, select the hard drives to be included in the RAID array. Press the <Space> key
on the hard drives to be selected (selected hard drives are marked with "X"). Then set the stripe block size.
The stripe block size can be set from 4 KB to 128 KB. Once you have selected the stripe block size, set thevolume capacity.
5. After setting the capacity, move to Create Volume and press <Enter> to begin
6. After completing, you'll be brought back to the Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology screen. Under RAID
Volumes you can see the new RAID volume. To see more detailed information, press <Enter> on the volume
to check for information on RAID level, stripe block size, array name, and array capacity, etc.

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C-2. Configuring Legacy RAID ROM

Enter the Intel® legacy RAID BIOS setup utility to configure a RAID array. Skip this step and proceed with the
installation of Windows operating system for a non-RAID configuration.
Steps:
1. After the POST memory test begins and before the operating system boot begins, look for a message whichsays "Press <Ctrl-I> to enter Configuration Utility". Press <Ctrl> + <I> to enter the RAID Configuration Utility.
2. After you press <Ctrl> + <I>, the MAIN MENU screen will appear. If you want to create a RAID array, selectCreate RAID Volume in MAIN MENU and press <Enter>.
3. After entering the CREATE VOLUME MENU screen, enter a volume name with 1~16 letters (letters cannot
be special characters) under the Name item and press <Enter>. Then, select a RAID level. RAID levels
supported include RAID 0, RAID 1, Recovery, RAID 10, and RAID 5 (the selections available depend on thenumber of the hard drives being installed). Press <Enter> to proceed.
4. Under Disks item, select the hard drives to be included in the RAID array. If only two hard drives are installed,they will be automatically assigned to the array. Set the stripe block size if necessary. The stripe block size
can be set from 4 KB to 128 KB. Once you have selected the stripe block size, press <Enter>.
5. Enter the array capacity and press <Enter>. Finally press <Enter> on the Create Volume item to begin
creating the RAID array. When prompted to confirm whether to create this volume, press <Y> to confirm or<N> to cancel.
6. When completed, you can see detailed information about the RAID array in the DISK/VOLUME INFORMATION
section, including the RAID level, stripe block size, array name, and array capacity, etc. To exit the RAIDBIOS utility, press <Esc> or select 6. Exit in MAIN MENU.

Installing the SATA RAID/AHCI Driver and Operating System
With the correct BIOS settings, you are ready to install the operating system.

Installing the Operating System

As Windows 7 already include Intel SATA RAID/AHCI driver, you do not need to install separate RAID/AHCI
driver during the Windows installation process. After the operating system is installed, we recommend that you
install all required drivers from the motherboard driver disk using "Xpress Install" to ensure system performanceand compatibility. To install Windows 8.1/8, refer to the steps below: Steps:
1. Copy the IRST folder under BootDrv in the driver disk to your USB thumb drive.
2. Boot from the Windows 8.1/8 setup disk and perform standard OS installation steps. When the screen
requesting you to load the driver appears, select Browse.
3. Insert the USB thumb drive and then browse to the location of the driver. The locations of the drivers are
as follows:
Windows 32-bit: \iRST\32Bit
Windows 64-bit: \iRST\64Bit
4. When a screen as shown, select Intel(R) Desktop/Workstation/Server Express Chipset SATA RAID
Controller and click Next to load the driver and continue the OS installation.

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Drivers Installation•• Before installing the drivers, first install the operating system. (The following instructions use
Windows 8.1 as the example operating system.)•• After installing the operating system, insert the motherboard driver disk into your optical drive. Clickon the message "Tap to choose what happens with this disc" on the top-right corner of the screen
and select "Run Run.exe." (Or go to My Computer, double-click the optical drive and execute theRun.exe program.)"Xpress Install" will automatically scan your system and then list all of the drivers that are recommended to
install. You can click the Xpress Install button and "Xpress Install" will install all of the selected drivers. Or click
the arrowicon to individually install the drivers you need.

For more software information,please visit GIGABYTE's website.

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Regulatory Statements
Regulatory Notices

This document must not be copied without our written permission, and the contents there of must not be imparted
to a third party nor be used for any unauthorized purpose.
Contravention will be prosecuted. We believe that the information contained herein was accurate in all respects
at the time of printing. GIGABYTE cannot, however, assume any responsibility for errors or omissions in this text.
Also note that the information in this document is subject to change without notice and should not be construed
as a commitment by GIGABYTE.

Our Commitment to Preserving the Environment

In addition to high-efficiency performance, all GIGABYTE motherboards fulfill European Union regulations
for RoHS (Restriction of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment) and WEEE
(Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) environmental directives, as well as most major worldwide safety
requirements. To prevent releases of harmful substances into the environment and to maximize the use of our
natural resources, GIGABYTE provides the following information on how you can responsibly recycle or reuse
most of the materials in your "end of life" product.

Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) Directive Statement

GIGABYTE products have not intended to add and safe from hazardous substances (Cd, Pb, Hg, Cr+6, PBDE
and PBB). The parts and components have been carefully selected to meet RoHS requirement. Moreover, we at
GIGABYTE are continuing our efforts to develop products that do not use internationally banned toxic chemicals.

Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive Statement

GIGABYTE will fulfill the national laws as interpreted from the 2002/96/EC WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic
Equipment) directive. The WEEE Directive specifies the treatment, collection, recycling and disposal of electricand electronic devices and their components. Under the Directive, used equipment must be marked, collected
separately, and disposed of properly.

WEEE Symbol Statement

The symbol shown below is on the product or on its packaging, which indicates that this productmust not be disposed of with other waste. Instead, the device should be taken to the waste collection
centers for activation of the treatment, collection, recycling and disposal procedure. The separate
collection and recycling of your waste equipment at the time of disposal will help to conserve natural
resources and ensure that it is recycled in a manner that protects human health and the environment.
For more information about where you can drop off your waste equipment for recycling, please contact yourlocal government office, your household waste disposal service or where you purchased the product for detailsof environmentally safe recycling.
 When your electrical or electronic equipment is no longer useful to you, "take it back" to your local or regional
waste collection administration for recycling.
 If you need further assistance in recycling, reusing in your "end of life" product, you may contact us at theCustomer Care number listed in your product's user's manual and we will be glad to help you with your effort.
Finally, we suggest that you practice other environmentally friendly actions by understanding and using theenergy-saving features of this product (where applicable), recycling the inner and outer packaging (including
shipping containers) this product was delivered in, and by disposing of or recycling used batteries properly.
With your help, we can reduce the amount of natural resources needed to produce electrical and electronicequipment, minimize the use of landfills for the disposal of "end of life" products, and generally improve ourquality of life by ensuring that potentially hazardous substances are not released into the environment and aredisposed of properly.
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FCC Notice (U.S.A. Only)

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part
15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference
in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment
off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
 Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
 Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
 Consult a dealer or experienced TV/radio technician for help.

Canada, Industry Canada (IC) Notices / Canada, avis d'Industry Canada (IC) This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003 and RSS-210.
 Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) thisdevice must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
 Cet appareil numérique de classe B est conforme aux normes canadiennes ICES-003 et RSS-210.
 Son fonctionnement est soumis aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) cet appareil ne doit pas causerd'interférence et (2) cet appareil doit accepter toute interférence, notamment les interférences qui peuvent
affecter son fonctionnement.

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Contact Us
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