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GA-H61M-DS2
User's Manual
Rev. 2002
12ME-H61MDS2-2002R

Motherboard
GA-H61M-DS2

Dec. 4, 2011

GA-H61M-DS2

Motherboard

Dec. 4, 2011

Copyright
© 2011 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. All rights reserved.
The trademarks mentioned in this manual are legally registered to their respective owners.

Disclaimer
Information in this manual is protected by copyright laws and is the property of GIGABYTE.
Changes to the specifications and features in this manual may be made by GIGABYTE without
prior notice. 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.
	 In order to assist in the use of this product, 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:

Table of Contents
GA-H61M-DS2 Motherboard Layout................................................................................5
GA-H61M-DS2 Motherboard Block Diagram...................................................................6
Chapter 1	 Hardware Installation......................................................................................7
1-1	
1-2	
1-3	
1-4	
1-5	
1-6	
1-7	

Installation Precautions.................................................................................... 7
Product Specifications...................................................................................... 8
Installing the CPU........................................................................................... 10
Installing the Memory......................................................................................11
Installing an Expansion Card...........................................................................11
Back Panel Connectors.................................................................................. 12
Internal Connectors........................................................................................ 13

Chapter 2	 BIOS Setup...................................................................................................20
2-1	
2-2	
2-3	
2-4	
2-5	
2-6	
2-7	
2-8	

Startup Screen................................................................................................ 20
The Main Menu............................................................................................... 21
M.I.T................................................................................................................ 22
System............................................................................................................ 29
BIOS Features................................................................................................ 30
Peripherals...................................................................................................... 32
Power Management........................................................................................ 33
Save & Exit..................................................................................................... 35

Chapter 3	 Drivers Installation........................................................................................36
Regulatory Statements.............................................................................................. 37

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DDR3_1

KB_MS
ATX_12V

DDR3_2

GA-H61M-DS2 Motherboard Layout

VGA

LGA1155

CPU_FAN
R_USB

ATX

USB_LAN

F_AUDIO
M_BIOS

BAT

1 0
3 2

PCIEX1_1

B_BIOS
CODEC

GA-H61M-DS2

PCIEX16

PCIEX1_2

iTE
IT8728

AUDIO

Atheros/
Realtek
GbE LAN

SATA2

Intel® H61

SYS_FAN
LPT

COMA

F_USB1

F_USB2

CLR_CMOS
F_PANEL

Box Contents
	
	
	

	 GA-H61M-DS2 motherboard
	 Motherboard driver disk		
	 User's Manual		

Two SATA cables
I/O Shield

The box contents above are for reference only and the actual items shall depend on the product package you obtain.

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GA-H61M-DS2 Motherboard Block Diagram
1 PCI Express x16

CPU CLK+/- (100 MHz)
LGA1155
CPU

DDR3 1333/1066/800 MHz
Dual Channel Memory

DMI 2.0

x16

PCI Express Bus

FDI

PCIe CLK
(100 MHz)

Dual BIOS
D-Sub
4 SATA 3Gb/s
Intel® H61

PCI Express Bus
x1

8 USB 2.0/1.1
x1

Atheros/
Realtek
GbE LAN
2 PCI Express x1

LPC
Bus

RJ45
LAN
CODEC

MIC (Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out)
Line Out (Front Speaker Out)
Line In (Rear Speaker Out)

PCIe CLK
(100 MHz)

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iTE
IT8728

LPT Port
COM Port

PS/2 KB/Mouse

Chapter 1	 Hardware Installation
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 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 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 certified computer technician.

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1-2	 Product Specifications
CPU

ŠŠ Support for Intel® Core™ i7 processors/Intel® Core™ i5 processors/
Intel® Core™ i3 processors/Intel® Pentium® processors/Intel® Celeron® processors
in the LGA1155 package
(Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.)
ŠŠ L3 cache varies with CPU

Chipset

ŠŠ Intel® H61 Express Chipset

Memory

ŠŠ 2 x 1.5V DDR3 DIMM sockets supporting up to 16 GB of system memory

Onboard
Graphics

ŠŠ Dual channel memory architecture
ŠŠ Support for DDR3 1333/1066/800 MHz memory modules
ŠŠ Support for non-ECC memory modules
(Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory
modules.)
ŠŠ Integrated Graphics Processor:
-	 1 x D-Sub port

Audio

*	Due to 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 4 GB.

ŠŠ Realtek/VIA HD audio codec
ŠŠ High Definition Audio
ŠŠ 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel

*	To configure 7.1-channel audio, you have to use an HD front panel audio module and
enable the multi-channel audio feature through the audio driver.

LAN

ŠŠ 1 x Atheros/Realtek GbE LAN chip (10/100/1000 Mbit)

Expansion Slots ŠŠ 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, running at x16
ŠŠ 2 x PCI Express x1 slots
(All PCI Express slots conform to PCI Express 2.0 standard.)
Storage Interface ŠŠ Chipset:
-	 4 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors supporting up to 4 SATA 3Gb/s devices
USB
ŠŠ Chipset:
-	Up to 8 USB 2.0/1.1 ports (4 ports on the back panel, 4 ports available through
the internal USB headers)
Internal
ŠŠ 1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector
ŠŠ 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector
Connectors
ŠŠ 4 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors
ŠŠ 1 x CPU fan header
ŠŠ 1 x system fan header
ŠŠ 1 x front panel header
ŠŠ 1 x front panel audio header
ŠŠ 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers
ŠŠ 1 x parallel port header
ŠŠ 1 x serial port header
ŠŠ 1 x Clear CMOS jumper

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Back Panel
Connectors

ŠŠ
ŠŠ
ŠŠ
ŠŠ
ŠŠ
ŠŠ

I/O Controller

ŠŠ iTE IT8728 chip

Hardware
Monitor

ŠŠ
ŠŠ
ŠŠ
ŠŠ

System voltage detection
CPU/System temperature detection
CPU/System fan speed detection
CPU/System fan speed control

ŠŠ
ŠŠ
ŠŠ
ŠŠ

2 x 32 Mbit flash
Use of licensed AMI EFI BIOS
Support for DualBIOS™
PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.0, SM BIOS 2.6, ACPI 2.0a

BIOS

Bundled
Software
Operating
System
Form Factor

1 x PS/2 keyboard port
1 x PS/2 mouse port
1 x D-Sub port
4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports
1 x RJ-45 port
3 x audio jacks (Line In/Line Out/Microphone)

*	Whether the CPU/System fan speed control function is supported will depend on
the CPU/System cooler you install.

ŠŠ Norton Internet Security (OEM version)
ŠŠ Support for Microsoft® Windows 7/Vista/XP
ŠŠ Micro ATX Form Factor; 22.6cm x 17.4cm

* GIGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to the product specifications and product-related information
without prior notice.

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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 damage of 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 the
standard 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
A.	 Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the CPU.
LGA1155 CPU Socket
Alignment Key

Alignment Key

Pin One Corner of the CPU Socket

LGA1155 CPU
Notch

Triangle Pin One Marking on the CPU

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Notch

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.

Dual Channel Memory Configuration

DDR3_1
DDR3_2

This motherboard provides two 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 two DDR3 memory sockets are divided into two channels and each channel has one memory socket as
following:
Channel A: DDR3_1
Channel B: DDR3_2

Due to CPU limitations, read the following guidelines before installing the memory in Dual Channel mode.
111 Dual Channel mode cannot be enabled if only one DDR3 memory module is installed.
222 When enabling Dual Channel mode with two memory modules, it is recommended that memory of
the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used for optimum performance.

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.
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1-6	 Back Panel Connectors

PS/2 Keyboard and PS/2 Mouse Port

Use the upper port (green) to connect a PS/2 mouse and the lower port (purple) to connect a PS/2 keyboard.

D-Sub Port

The D-Sub port supports a 15-pin D-Sub connector. Connect a monitor that supports D-Sub connection
to this port.

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.

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
Orange
Green
Off

Activity LED:

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

State
Description
Blinking Data transmission or receiving is occurring
Off
No data transmission or receiving is occurring

Line In Jack (Blue)

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

Line Out Jack (Green)

The default line out 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 configuration.

Mic In Jack (Pink)

The default Mic in jack. Microphones must be connected to this jack.
To configure 7.1-channel audio, you have to use an HD front panel audio module and enable the
multi-channel audio feature through the audio driver.

•• When removing the cable connected to a back panel connector, first remove the cable from your
device 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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1-7	 Internal Connectors

1

3

2

12
7

5
4

11
10

1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
6)

ATX_12V
ATX
CPU_FAN
SYS_FAN
SATA2 0/1/2/3
F_PANEL

9

8

7)
8)
9)
10)
11)
12)

6

F_AUDIO
F_USB1/2
COMA
LPT
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/ATX (2x2 12V Power Connector and 2x12 Main Power Connector)
	

With the use of the power connector, the power supply can supply enough stable power to all the components on the motherboard. Before connecting the power connector, first make sure the power supply
is turned off and all devices are properly installed. The power connector possesses a foolproof design.
Connect the power supply cable to the power connector in the correct orientation. 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.
ATX_12V:
2

1

4

3
ATX_12V

Pin No.
1
2
3
4

Definition
GND
GND
+12V
+12V

ATX:
12

24

1

13

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

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 ATX) 23
3.3V (Only for 2x12-pin ATX) 24

ATX

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

3/4)	CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN (Fan Headers)
	

The motherboard has a 4-pin CPU fan header (CPU_FAN) and a 4-pin system fan header (SYS_FAN).
Most fan headers possess a foolproof insertion design. When connecting a fan cable, be sure to connect it in the correct orientation (the black connector wire is the ground wire). The 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/SYS_FAN:

Pin No.
1
2
3
4

1
CPU_FAN
1

Definition
GND
+12V
Sense
Speed Control
DEBUGDEBUG
PORT PORT

SYS_FAN

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

5)	 SATA2 0/1/2/3 (SATA 3Gb/s Connectors)
	

The SATA connectors conform to SATA 3Gb/s standard and are compatible with SATA 1.5Gb/s standard.
Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device.
SATA2
7

7

1 0
3 2

1

Pin No.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7

Definition
GND
TXP
TXN
GND
RXN
RXP
GND

1

Please connect the L-shaped end of
the SATA cable to your SATA hard
drive.

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6)	 F_PANEL (Front Panel Header)
Connect the power switch, reset switch, speaker, 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.
Power
Switch

Hard Drive Reset
Activity LED Switch

F_PANEL
(H61M-D2)

Power LED
Chassis Intrusion
Header

•• MSG/PWR (Message/Power/Sleep LED):
Connects to the power status indicator on the chassis front panel. The LED
System Status LED
BIOS Switcher (X58A-OC)
is on when the system is operating. The LED keeps blinking when the sysS0
On
S1
Blinking tem is in S1 sleep state. The LED is off when the system is in S3/S4 sleep
S3/S4/S5
Off
state or powered offM_SATA
(S5).
1

DB_PORT

SPEAK20
19

HD+
HDRESRES+
CICI+

2
1
PWR-

F_PANEL(NH)

F_AUDIO(H)

Speaker

SPEAK+

MSG+
MSGPW+
PW-

Message/Power/
Sleep LED

PWR+

	

1

1

1

DIP

DIP

1 2 3

DIP

1 2 3

1 2 3

1 2 3

•• PW (Power Switch):
	 Connects to the power switch on the chassis front panel. You may configure the way to turnACPI_CPT
off your
(GA-IVB)
Voltage measurement module(X58A-OC)
system using the power switch (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Power Management," for more
PWM Switch (X58A-OC)
information).
•• SPEAK (Speaker):
	 Connects to the speaker on the
chassis front panel. The system reports system startup status by isDIP
SMB_CPTIf
suing a beep code. One single short beep will be heard if no problem is detected at system startup.
(GA-IVB)
a
problem
is
detected,
the
BIOS
may
issue
beeps
in
different
patterns
to
indicate
the
problem.
PCIe power connector (SATA)(X58A-OC)
•• 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.
CLR_CMOS
•• RES (Reset Switch):
CI
	 Connects to the reset switch on the chassis front panel. Press the reset switch to restart the computer
DIS_ME
GP15_CPT
if the computer freezes and fails to perform a normal restart.
(GA-IVB)
•• 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. XDP_CPU
XDP_PCH
(GA-IVB)

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

9
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 Pin
9
LINE2_L
10
GND

For AC'97 Front Panel Audio:
Pin No. Definition
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

•• 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 a single plug. For information about connecting the front panel audio module that
has different wire assignments, please contact the chassis manufacturer.

8)	 F_USB1/2 (USB 2.0/1.1 Headers)
	

The headers conform to USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Each USB header can provide two USB ports via an
optional USB bracket. For purchasing the optional USB bracket, please contact the local dealer.

9
10

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

1
2

Definition
Power (5V)
Power (5V)
USB DXUSB DYUSB DX+
USB DY+
GND
GND
No Pin
NC

•• 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.

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9)	 COMA (Serial Port Header)
	

The COM header can provide one serial port via an optional COM port cable. For purchasing the optional COM port cable, please contact the local dealer.

9
10

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

1
2

Definition
NDCDNSIN
NSOUT
NDTRGND
NDSRNRTSNCTSNRINo Pin

DEBUG
PORT

10)	 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

Pin No.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13

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Definition
STBAFDPD0
ERRPD1
INITPD2
SLINPD3
GND
PD4
GND
PD5

1
2

Pin No.
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26

Definition
GND
PD6
GND
PD7
GND
ACKGND
BUSY
GND
PE
No Pin
SLCT
GND

11)	 CLR_CMOS (Clear CMOS Jumper)
	

Use this jumper to clear the CMOS values (e.g. date information and BIOS configurations) and reset the
CMOS values to factory defaults. To clear the CMOS values, use a metal object like a screwdriver to
touch the two pins for a few seconds.

Open: Normal

Short: Clear CMOS Values

•• Always turn off your computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before clearing the CMOS values.
•• After system restart, go to BIOS Setup to load factory defaults (select Load Optimized Defaults) or manually configure the BIOS settings (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," for BIOS
configurations).

12)	 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:
111 Turn off your computer and unplug the power cord.
222 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.)
333 Replace the battery.
444 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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Chapter 2	 BIOS Setup
BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) records hardware parameters of the system in the CMOS on the
motherboard. Its major functions include conducting the Power-On Self-Test (POST) during system startup,
saving system parameters and loading operating system, etc. BIOS includes a BIOS Setup program that allows
the user to modify basic system configuration settings or to activate certain system features. When the power is
turned off, the battery on the motherboard supplies the necessary power to the CMOS to keep the configuration
values in the CMOS.
To access the BIOS Setup program, press the  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 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.)

2-1	 Startup Screen

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

Function Keys

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2-2	 The Main Menu

On the main menu of the BIOS Setup program, press arrow keys to move among the items and press 
to accept or enter a sub-menu. Or you can use your mouse to select the item you want.

(Sample BIOS Version: E7)

Setup Menus
Enter Q-Flash
Select Default
Language
Help

Function Keys

Configuration Items

Current Settings

BIOS Setup Menus
„„ M.I.T.
	

Use this menu to configure the clock, frequency, and voltages of your CPU and memory, etc. Or check the
system/CPU temperatures, voltages, and fan speeds.

„„ System
	

Use this menu to configure the default language used by the BIOS and system time and date. This menu
also displays information on the devices connected to the SATA ports.

„„ BIOS Features
	

Use this menu to configure the device boot order, advanced features available on the CPU, and the primary
display adapter.

„„ Peripherals
	

Use this menu to configure all peripheral devices, such as SATA, USB, integrated audio, and integrated
LAN, etc.

„„ Power Management
	

Use this menu to configure all the power-saving functions.

	

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 profile or load optimized defaults for optimal-performance system operations.

„„ Save & Exit

•• 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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2-3	 M.I.T.

Whether the system will work stably with the overclock/overvoltage settings you made is dependent
on your overall system configurations. Incorrectly doing overclock/overvoltage may result in damage
to CPU, chipset, or memory and reduce the useful life of these components. This page is for advanced
users only and we recommend you not to alter the default settings to prevent system instability or
other unexpected results. (Inadequately altering the settings may result in system's failure to boot. 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 voltages.

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`` M.I.T. Current Status
	

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

`` Advanced Frequency Settings

&& 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 Features

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&& CPU Clock Ratio, CPU Frequency
	

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

&& Internal CPU PLL Overvoltage
	

Enabled allows CPU PLL voltage to operate at a higher value. Disabled allows CPU PLL voltage to operate
at default value. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto)

&& Real-Time CPU Ratio Control In OS (Note)
	

Enabled allows you to make real-time changes to the CPU clock ratio in your operating system. (Default:
Disabled)

&& 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 the
current limit according to the CPU specifications. (Default: Auto)

&& CPU Core Enabled (Note)
	

Allows you to determine the number of CPU cores you want to enable. Auto lets the BIOS automatically
configure this setting. (Default: Auto)

&& Hyper-Threading Technology (Note)

	

Allows you to determine whether to enable Hyper-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)
	

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/C6 State Support (Note)
	

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

&& CPU Thermal Monitor (Note)
	

Enables or disables Intel CPU 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)

(Note)	

This item is present only when you install a CPU that supports this feature. For more information about
Intel CPUs' unique features, please visit Intel's website.
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&& CPU EIST Function (Note)
	

Enables or disables Enhanced Intel SpeedStep 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)

&& Bi-Directional PROCHOT (Note)

Auto			
Lets BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default)
Enabled		When the CPU or chipset detects that an overheating is occurring, PROCHOT signals
will be emitted to lower CPU performance to decrease heat production.
Disabled		Only allows the CPU to detect whether an overheating is occurring to emit PROCHOT
signals.

&& 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

&& System Memory Multiplier, Memory Frequency(Mhz)
	

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

(Note)	

This item is present only when you install a CPU that supports this feature. For more information about
Intel CPUs' unique features, please visit Intel's website.
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&& Performance Enhance
	

Allows the system to operate at three different performance levels.
Normal		
Lets the system operate at its basic performance level.
Turbo			
Lets the system operate at its good performance level. (Default)
Extreme		
Lets the system operate at its best performance level.

&& DRAM Timing Selectable
	

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

&& Profile DDR Voltage
	

Displays the memory voltage as 1.5V.

&& Profile VTT Voltage

The value displayed here is dependent on the CPU being used.

&& Channel Interleaving

Enables or disables memory channel interleaving. Enabled allows the system to simultaneously access
different 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 automatically
configure this setting. (Default: Auto)

`` Channel A/B Timing Settings

This sub-menu provides memory timing settings for each channel of memory. The respective timing setting
screens are configurable only when DRAM Timing Selectable is set to Quick or Expert. Note: Your system
may become unstable or fail to 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.

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`` Advanced Voltage Settings

&& CPU Vtt
	

Allows you to set CPU Vtt voltage. The default is Auto.

	

Allows you to set memory voltage. The default is Auto.

&& DRAM Voltage

`` PC Health Status

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&& 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 Opened field will show
"No" at next boot.

&& Case Opened
	

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/Dram Voltage/+5V/+12V/CPU VTT
	

Displays the current system voltages.

	

Displays current CPU/system temperature.

	

Displays current CPU/system fan speeds.

	

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

&& CPU Temperature/System Temperature
&& CPU Fan Speed/System Fan Speed
&& CPU Warning Temperature

&& CPU/System Fan Fail Warning
	

Allows the system to emit warning sound if the CPU fan or system fan are not connected or fail. Check the
fan condition or fan connection when this occurs. (Default: Disabled)

&& CPU Fan Speed Control
	

Allows you to determine whether to enable the CPU fan speed control function and adjust the fan speed.
Normal	Allows the CPU fan to run at different speeds according to the CPU temperature. You can
adjust the fan speed with EasyTune based on your system requirements. (Default)
Silent		
Allows the CPU fan to run at slow speeds.
Manual	 Allows you to control the CPU fan speed under the Slope PWM item.
Disabled	 Allows the CPU fan to run at full speeds.

&& Slope PWM
	

Allows you to control the CPU 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.

&& System Fan Speed Control
	

Allows you to determine whether to enable the system fan speed control function and adjust the fan
speed.
Normal	Allows the system fan to run at different speeds according to the system temperature. You
can adjust the fan speed with EasyTune based on your system requirements. (Default)
Silent		
Allows the system fan to run at slow speeds.
Manual	 Allows you to control the system fan speed under the Slope PWM item.
Disabled	 Allows the system fan to run at full speeds.

&& Slope PWM
	

Allows you to control the system fan speed. This item is configurable only when 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

&& Isochronous Support
	

Determines whether to enable specific streams within the CPU and Chipset. This item is present only when
you install a CPU that supports this feature. For more information about Intel CPUs' unique features, please
visit Intel's website. (Default: Enabled)

2-4	 System

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.
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&& System Language
	

Selects the default language used by the BIOS.

	

Sets the system date. The date format is week (read-only), month, date, and year. Use  to switch
between the Month, Date, and Year fields and use the up arrow or down arrow key to set the desired
value.

&& System Date

&& System Time
	

Sets the system time. The time format is hour, minute, and second. For example, 1 p.m. is 13:0:0. Use
 to switch between the Hour, Minute, and Second fields and use the up arrow or down arrow key
to set the desired value.

&& Access Level
	

Displays the current access level depending on the type of password protection used. (If no password is
set, 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.

`` ATA Port Information
	

This section provides information on the device connected to each SATA port controlled by Intel H61
Chipset.

2-5	 BIOS Features

&& Boot Option Priorities
	

	

Specifies the overall boot order from the available devices. For example, you can set hard drive as the
first priority (Boot Option #1) and DVD ROM drive as the second priority (Boot Option #2). The list only
displays the device with the highest priority for a specific type. For example, only hard drive defined as the
first priority on the Hard Drive BBS Priorities submenu will be presented here.
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.
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Or if you want to install an operating system that supports GPT partitioning such as Windows 7 64-bit, select
the optical drive that contains the Windows 7 64-bit installation disk and is prefixed with "UEFI:" string.

&& Hard Drive/CD/DVD ROM Drive/Floppy Drive/Network Device BBS Priorities
	

Specifies the boot order for a specific device type, such as hard drives, optical drives, floppy disk drives,
and devices that support Boot from LAN function, etc. Press  on this item to enter the submenu that
presents the devices of the same type that are connected. This item is present only if at least one device
for this type is installed.

&& Bootup NumLock State
	

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

&& 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)

&& PCI ROM Priority
	

Allows you to determine which Option ROM to launch. Options are Legacy ROM and EFI Compatible ROM.
(Default: EFI Compatible ROM)

&& Limit CPUID Maximum (Note)
	

Allows you to determine whether to limit CPUID maximum value. Set this item to Disabled for Windows XP
operating system; set this item to Enabled for legacy operating system such as Windows NT4.0. (Default:
Disabled)

&& Execute Disable Bit (Note)
	

Enables or disables Intel Execute Disable Bit function. This function may enhance protection for the computer,
reducing exposure to viruses and malicious buffer overflow attacks when working with its supporting software
and system. (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: Disabled)

&& VT-d (Note)
	

Enables or disables Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O. (Default: Enabled)

&& Administrator Password
	

Allows you to configure an administrator password. Press  on this item, type the password, and
then press . You will be requested to confirm the password. Type the password again and press
. 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 to
all BIOS settings.

&& User Password
	

Allows you to configure a user password. Press  on this item, type the password, and then press
. You will be requested to confirm the password. Type the password again and press . 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  on the password item and when requested for the password, enter the
correct one first. When prompted for a new password, press  without entering any password. Press
 again when prompted to confirm.
(Note)	

This item is present only when you install a CPU that supports this feature. For more information about
Intel CPUs' unique features, please visit Intel's website.
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2-6	 Peripherals

&& LAN PXE Boot Option ROM
	

Allows you to decide whether to activate the boot ROM integrated with the onboard LAN chip. (Default:
Disabled)

&& SATA Controller(s) (Intel H61 Chipset)
	

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

	

Allows you to decide whether to configure the SATA controller integrated in the Intel H61 Chipset to AHCI
mode.
IDE		Configures the SATA controller to IDE mode. (Default)
AHCI		Configures the SATA controller 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.

&& SATA Mode Selection (Intel H61 Chipset)

&& USB Controller
	

Enables or disables the USB 2.0 controllers integrated with the Intel H61 Chipset. (Default: Enabled)

	
	

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

&& Audio Controller

&& Init Display First
	

Specifies the first initiation of the monitor display from the installed PCI Express graphics card or the
onboard graphics.
Auto		
Lets BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default)
IGFX		
Sets the onboard graphics as the first display.
PEG		
Sets the PCI Express graphics card on the PCIEX16 slot as the first display.

&& Internal Graphics
	

Enables or disables the onboard graphics function. (Default: Auto)
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&& Internal Graphics Memory Size
	

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

	

Allows you to allocate the DVMT memory size of the onboard graphics. Options are: 128M, 256M, MAX.
(Default: 256M)

&& DVMT Total Memory Size
&& Legacy USB Support
	

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

	

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

&& EHCI Hand-off

&& Port 60/64 Emulation
	

Enables or disables emulation of I/O ports 64h and 60h. This should be enabled for full legacy support
for USB keyboards/mice in MS-DOS or in operating system that does not natively support USB devices.
(Default: Enabled)

&& USB Storage Devices
	

Displays a list of connected USB mass storage devices. You can configure how each device is going to be
treated. For example, you can emulate a USB flash drive as a floppy disk drive. (Default: Auto)

`` Super IO Configuration
	

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

&& Serial Port A
	

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

	

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

&& Parallel Port

2-7	 Power Management

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&& 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: you need an ATX power supply providing at least 1A on the +5VSB lead.
Disabled				
Disables this function. (Default)
Any Key				
Press any key to turn on the system.
Keyboard 98			
Press POWER button on the Windows 98 keyboard to turn on the system.

&& ACPI Sleep State
	

Specifies the ACPI sleep state when the system enters suspend.
Suspend Disabled		
Disables this function.
S1 (CPU Stop Clock)		Enables the system to enter the ACPI S1 sleep state. In S1 sleep state, the
system appears suspended and stays in a low power mode. The system can
be resumed at any time.
S3 (Suspend to RAM)	Enables the system to enter the ACPI S3 sleep state. In S3 sleep state, the
system appears to be off and consumes less power than in the S1 state. When
signaled by a wake-up device or event, the system resumes to its working
state exactly where it was left off. (Default)

&& 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.

&& ErP
	
	

Determines whether to let the system consume less than 1W power in S5 (shutdown) state. (Default:
Disabled)
Note: When this item is set to Enabled, the following functions will become unavailable: PME event wake
up, power on by mouse, power on by keyboard, and wake on LAN.

&& High Precision Timer (Note)
	

Enables or disables High Precision Event Timer (HPET) for Windows 7/Vista operating system. (Default:
Enabled)

&& 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.

&& Internal Graphics Standby Mode
	

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

(Note)	

Supported on Windows 7/Vista operating system only.
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&& Internal Graphics Deep Standby Mode
	

Allows you to determine whether to let the onboard graphics enter deeper standby mode. (Default:
Disabled)

2-8	 Save & Exit

&& Save & Exit Setup
	

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

&& Exit Without Saving
	

Press  on this item and select Yes. This exits the BIOS Setup without saving the changes made
in BIOS Setup to the CMOS. Select No or press  to return to the BIOS Setup Main Menu.

&& Load Optimized Defaults
	

Press  on this item and select Yes to load the optimal BIOS default settings. The BIOS default
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  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 4 profiles and
save as Setup Profile 1~ Setup Profile 4.

&& 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  to complete.

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Chapter 3	 Drivers Installation
•• Before installing the drivers, first install the operating system.
•• After installing the operating system, insert the motherboard driver disk into your optical drive. The
driver Autorun screen is automatically displayed which looks like that shown in the screen shot
below. (If the driver Autorun screen does not appear automatically, go to My Computer, double-click
the optical drive and execute the Run.exe program.)
After inserting the driver disk, "Xpress Install" will automatically scan your system and then list all the drivers that
are recommended to install. You can click the Install All button and "Xpress Install" will install all the recommended
drivers. Or click Install Single Items to manually select the drivers you wish to install.

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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 electric
and 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 product
must 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
your local government office, your household waste disposal service or where you purchased the product for
details of environmentally safe recycling.
ŠŠ 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.
ŠŠ If you need further assistance in recycling, reusing in your "end of life" product, you may contact us at the
Customer 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 the
energy-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 electronic
equipment, minimize the use of landfills for the disposal of "end of life" products, and generally improve our
quality of life by ensuring that potentially hazardous substances are not released into the environment and are
disposed of properly.

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