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1. ATX_12V_2X4 z Pin No Definition 5 LJele le 8 1 GND Only for 2x4 pin 12V a eefe 4 2 GND Only for 2x4 pin 12V i 3 GND q ATX_12V_2X4 4 GND 5 12V Only for 2x4 pin 12V 6 12V Only for 2x4 pin 12V 7 12V 8 12V ATX Pin No Definition Pin No Definition 1 3 3V 13 3 3V 2 3 3V 14 12V 3 GND 15 GND 4 5V 16 PS_ON soft On Off 5 GND 17 GND 6 5V 18 GND 7 GND 19 GND 8 Power Good 20 5V 9 5VSB stand by 5V 21 5V 10 12V 22 5V 11 12V Only for 2x12 pin 23 5V Only for 2x12 pin ATX ATX 12 3 3V Only for 2x12 pin 24 GND Only for 2x12 pin ATX ATX When you overclock the CPU make sure to connect one end of the included 1 to 3 power cable to A the ATX_12V_2X4 power connector and the other three to the power supply to ensure the system is provided with enough power Hardware Installation 24 3 ATX4P PCle Power Connector The power connector provide auxiliary power to the onboard PCI Express x16 slots When two or more graphics cards are installed we recommend that you connect the power cable from th
2. NN OD om AJI OINI gt are to be used the total number of hard drives must be an even number e ARAID 5 configuration requires at least three hard drives The total number of hard drives does not have to be an even number e ARAID 10 configuration requires four hard drives e To enable hot plugging for the SATA ports refer to Chapter 2 BIOS Setup Chipset PCH SATA Configuration for more information EQ e ARAID 0 or RAID 1 configuration requires at least two hard drives If more than two hard drives 11 sSATA3 0 1 2 3 SATA 6Gb s Connectors The SATA connectors conform to SATA6Gb s standard and are compatible with SATA 3Gb s and SATA 1 5Gb s standards Only AHCI and IDE modes are supported Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device sSATA3 21 2 0 Pin No Definition GND TXP TXN GND RXN RXP GND
3. NN OD om BP ow DM gt To enable hot plugging for the SATA ports refer to Chapter 2 BIOS Setup Chipset PCH sSATA EB Configuration for more information Hardware Installation 28 12 M2_10G M 2 Socket 3 Connector You can insert an M 2 SSD into this connector onno Step 1 Step 2 Use a screw driver to unfasten the screw and nut Slide the M 2 SSD into the connector at an from the motherboard Locate the proper mounting oblique angle hole for the M 2 SSD to be installed and then screw the nut first Step 3 Step 4 Press the M 2 SSD down and then secure it with The installation is completed as shown in the the screw picture above hole for the M 2 SSD to be installed and refasten the screw and nut e M2_10G SATA Express and SATA3 4 5 connectors can only be used one at a time The SATA3 4 5 connectors will become unavailable when an M 2 SSD is installed ER On the motherboard there are two length adjustment holes for the M 2 SSD Select the proper 29 Hardware Installation 13 M2_WIFI M 2 Sock
4. 5 THUNDERBOLT ready Supports a Thunderbolt add in card Hardware Installation 34 21 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 oo 00 e Always turn off your computer and unplug the power cord before replacing the battery A e Replace the battery with an equivalent one Danger of explosion if the battery is replaced with an incorrect model e Contact the place of purchase or local dealer if you are not able to replace the battery by yourself or uncertain about the ba
5. Name Volume0 RAID Level Recovery Disks Select Disks Strip Size N A Capacity 0 0 GB SAE Continuous Create Volume HELP Select a sync option On Request volume is updated manually Continuous volume is updated automatically TL Change TAB Next ESC Previous Menu ENTER Select Figure 18 Step 5 Finally press lt Enter gt on the Create Volume item to begin creating the Recovery Volume and follow the on screen instructions to complete T1 Configuring SATA Hard Drive s Delete RAID Volume To delete a RAID array select Delete RAID Volume in MAIN MENU and press lt Enter gt In the DELETE VOLUME MENU section use the up or down arrow key to select the array to be deleted and press lt Delete gt When prompted to confirm your selection Figure 19 press lt Y gt to confirm or lt N gt to abort Opt leis DELETE VOLUME MENU AENG Drives Capacity Status Bootable Volume0 RAIDO Stripe 2 931 5GB Normal Yes Il ALL DATA IN THE VOLUME WILL BE LOST ra thy errant P E a pa A R AATA RTI This nc Deleting a volume will reset the disks to non RAID ALL DISK DATA WILL BE DELETED This does not apply to Recovery volumes INOG ESC Exit DEL Delete Volume Figure 19 Acceleration Options This option allows you to view the status of your accelerated drive volume Figure 20 created using the Intel IRST utility In case you are unable to run the Intel IRST utility due to an applicat
6. Definition 1 SPDIFO 2 GND 17 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 the optional 3 5 front panel that provides two USB 3 0 2 0 ports please contact the local dealer Pin No Definition Pin No Definition 1 VBUS 11 D2 1 10 2 SSRX1 i2 D gt Erezi 3 SSRXI 13 GND 4 GND 14 SSTX2 a 1 l 5 SSTxt 15 SSTX2 i 6 SSTX1 16 GND 7 GND 17 SSRX2 5 8 D1 18 SSRX2 i 9 Dit 19 VBUS 10 NC 20 NoPin 18 F_USB1 F_USB2 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 Pin No Definition Power 5V Power 5V OC USB DX USB DY USB DX USB DY GND Oo yon GND
7. Disabled Si tem Memoru Mult er 1 Auto Select Screen 1T Click Select Item Enter Dbl Click Select PU PD Change Opt General Help Smart Tweak Mode Previous Values Optimized Defaults Q Flash System Information Save amp Exit Print Screen FAT16 32 Format Only ESC Right Click Exit Extreme Memory Profile X M P System Memory Multiplier Memory Frequency MHz The settings above are synchronous to those under the same items on the Advanced Frequency Settings menu gt Memory Boot Mode Provides memory detection and training methods gt Auto Lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting Default Enable Fast Boot Skip memory detection and training in some specific criteria for faster memory boot Disable Fast Boot Detect and train memory at every single boot lt Memory Enhancement Settings Provides three different memory performance enhancement settings Normal basic performance Enhanced Stability and Enhanced Performance Default Normal lt 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 the value is displayed according to your memory specification When Extreme Memory Profile X M P is s
8. 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 43 BIOS Setup gt Advanced CPU Core Settings 9 4 GIGABYTE UEFI DualBloS System BIOS Pouer hs Information Features Peripherals Chipset Management Save amp Exit Back S T Mode English Q Flash CPU Clock Ratio Select Screen t Click Select Item Enter Dbl Click Select PU PD Change Opt General Help Smart Tweak Mode Previous Values Optimized Defaults Q Flash System Information Save amp Exit Print Screen FAT16 32 Format Only ESC Right Click Exit CPU Clock Ratio CPU Frequency The settings above are synchronous to those under the same items on the Advanced Frequency Settings menu 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 t 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 Allow
9. Yes The problem is verified and solved Insert the graphics card Connect the ATX main power cable and the 12V power cable Turn on the power to start the computer Make sure the graphics card is securely seated in the expansion slot and power connectors are firmly attached Continued Appendix 118 When the computer is turned on is the CPU cooler running No The power supply CPU or CPU socket might fail Yes The problem is verified and solved The graphics card Check if there is display on your monitor expansion slot or monitor might fail Yes Turn off the computer Plug in the keyboard and mouse and restart the computer The problem is verified and solved The keyboard or keyboard connector might fail Check if the keyboard is working properly The problem is verified and solved Press lt Delete gt to enter BIOS Setup Select Load Optimized Defaults Select Save amp Exit Setup to save changes and exit BIOS Setup The hard drive connector Turn off the computer and connect the hard drive s Check if the system ee or cable might fail can boot successfully The problem is verified and solved Reinstall the operating system Reinstall other devices one by one install one device at one time and then boot the system to see if the device works successfully for help Or go to the Support amp Downloads Technical Support page to submit your
10. CO oli NI DM on Ww PD FE og Ses Jess j No Pin NC e Do not plug the IEEE 1394 bracket 2x5 pin cable into the USB 2 0 1 1 header A e 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 saga Hardware Installation 19 TPM Trusted Platform Module Header You may connect a TPM Trusted Platform Module to this header 19 1 Pin No Definition Pin No Definition 1 LCLK 11 LADO 2 GND 12 GND 3 LFRAME 13 NC 4 No Pin 14 ID 5 LRESET 15 SB3V 6 NC 16 SERIRQ 7 LAD3 17 GND 8 LAD2 18 NC 9 VCC3 19 NC 10 LAD1 20 SUSCLK 20 THB_C Thunderbolt Add In Card Connector This connector is fora GIGABYTE Thunderbolt add in card Pin No Definition 1 GPIOA eeu 2 GPIOB 1 E 3 N_ SLP_S3 i 4 N_ S4_S5 5 GND onoo M
11. Configure sSATA as AHCT gt SATA Mode options sSATA Port 0 Not Installed Port 0 Enabled Hot Plug LD SATA Device Type Hard Disk Drivel sSATA Port 1 Not Installed Port 1 Enabled 4 Select Screen T Click Select Item Hot Plug Disabled Enter Dbl Click Select SATA Device Type Hard Disk Drivel PU PD Change Opt sSATA Port 2 Not Installed F1 General Help Port 2 Enabled F2 Smart Tweak Mode Hot Plug Disabled F5 Previous Values Configured as eSATA Hot Plug supported F Optimized Defaults sSATA Device Type Hard Disk Drive F8 Q Flash sSATA Port 3 Not Installed F9 System Information Port 3 Enabled F10 Save amp Exit Hot Plug Disabled F12 Print Screen FAT16 32 Format Only ESC Right Click Exit sSATA Controller Enables or disables the integrated SATA controllers that control the sSATA3 0 3 connectors Default Enabled Configure sSATA as Allows you to decide whether to configure the SATA controllers to AHCI mode IDE Configures the SATA controllers to IDE mode gt gt 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 BIOS Setup 60 SATA Mode options This sub menu provides SATA related configuration options sSATA Port0 1 2 3 Enables or disables each SATA port Default Enabl
12. F10 Save amp Exit F12 Print Screen FAT16 32 Format Only ESC Right Click Exit Figure 8 Configuring SATA Hard Drive s 72 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 Step 1 After the POST memory test begins and before the operating system boot begins look fora message which says Press lt Ctrl I gt to enter Configuration Utility Figure 9 Press lt Ctrl gt lt I gt to enter the RAID Configuration Utility Intel R Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM 13 1 0 2126 Copyright C Intel Corporation All Rights Reserved RAID Volumes None defined Physical Devices 1D Device Model Serial Size Type Status Vol ID 1 Hitachi HDS72105 JP1S532FR3BWV7K 465 7GB 2 Hitachi HDS72105 JP1532ER046M2K 465 7GB E lt C TRL gt KASAO DIAA Figure 9 Step 2 After you press lt Ctrl gt lt I gt the MAIN MENU screen will appear Figure 10 Create RAID Volume If you want to create a RAID array select Create RAID Volume in M pool and press lt Enter gt VCNINEYIDNIOM 1 Create RAID Volume Recovery Volume Options 2 Delete RAID Volume Acceleration Options 3 Reset Disks to Non RAID Exit DISK VOLUME INFORMATION RAID Volumes None defined Physical Deivces ID Device Model Serial Size Type Statu
13. Information Features Peripherals Chipset Boot Option Priorities CSM Support Disabled System Mode State Setup Secure Boot State Disabled Figure 2 Step 2 Power Management Save amp Exit S T Mode English Q Flash Select Screen 1 Click Select Item Enter Dbl Click Select PU PD Change Opt Fi General Help F2 Smart Tweak Mode F5 Previous Values F Optimized Defaults F8 Q Flash F9 System Information F10 Save amp Exit F12 Print Screen FAT16 32 Format Only ESC Right Click Exit After the system reboot enter BIOS Setup again Then enter the Peripherals Intel R Rapid Storage Technology sub menu Figure 3 GIGABYTE UEF DualBloS System BIOS M I T Information Features d Peripherals Chipset USB Storage Devices gt Intel R Rapid Storage Technology Figure 3 69 Power Management Save amp Exit S T Mode English Q Flash Select Screen T Click Select Item Enter Dbl Click Select PU PD Change Opt Fi General Help F2 Smart Tweak Mode F5 Previous Values F Optimized Defaults F8 Q Flash F9 System Information F10 Save amp Exit F12 Print Screen FAT16 32 Format Only ESC Right Click Exit Configuring SATA Hard Drive s Step 3 On the Intel R Rapid Storage Technology menu press lt Enter gt on Create RAID Volume to enter the Create RAID Volume screen Enter a volume name with 1 16 letters letters cannot
14. 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 lt Enter gt on this item type the password and then press lt Enter gt You will be requested to confirm the password Type the password again and press lt Enter gt 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 lt Enter gt on this item type the password and then press lt Enter gt You will be requested to confirm the password Type the password again and press lt Enter gt 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 lt Enter gt on the password item and when requested for the password enter the correct one first When prompted for a new password press lt Enter gt without entering any password Press lt Enter gt again when prompted to confirm 57 BIOS Setup 2 6 Peripherals GIGABYTE UEFI DualBloS System BIOS Pouer M I T Information Features Peripherals Chipset Management Save amp Exit S T Mode
15. PCH SATA Configuration Configure SATA as SATA Port 0 Software Preserve Configured as eSATA SATA Port 1 Software Preserve Configured as eSATA SATA Port 2 RAID Hitachi HDS721 50 Unknown Hot Plug supported Hitachi HDS721 50 Unknown Hot Plug supported Not Installed Select Screen t Click Select Item Enter Dbl Click Select PU PD Change Opt F1 F2 F5 F F8 General Help Smart Tweak Mode Previous Values Optimized Defaults Q Flash Software Preserve Unknown Port 2 Enab F9 System Information lot Plug DEGI F10 Save amp Exit Configured as eSATA Hot Plug supported F12 Print Screen FAT16 32 Format Only ESC Right Click Exit Figure 1 Step 2 If you want to configure UEFI RAID follow the steps in C 1 To enter the legacy RAID ROM save the settings 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 and the BIOS version Configuring SATA Hard Drive s 68 C 1 UEFI RAID Configuration Only Windows 8 1 8 64 bit supports UEFI RAID configuration Step 1 In BIOS Setup go to BIOS Features and set Windows 8 Features to Windows 8 and CSM Support to Disabled Figure 2 Save the changes and exit BIOS Setup GIGABYTE UEFI DualBIOS System BIOS M I T
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17. lt Enter gt to switch between the Month Date and Year fields and use the lt Page Up gt or lt Page Down gt 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 lt Enter gt to switch between the Hour Minute and Second fields and use the lt Page Up gt or lt Page Down gt 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 BIOS Setup 54 BIOS Features GIGABYTE UEFI DualBloS Pouer System BIOS M I T Information Features Peripherals Chipset Management Save amp Exit S T Mode English Q Flash Boot Option Priorities ets the system boot order Boot Option 1 UEFI PNY Love 1 2 SATAO PO ATAP Select Screen 1T Click Select Item Enter Dbl Click Select PU PD Change Opt Fi General Help F2 Smart Tweak Mode F5 Previous Values F Optimized Defaults F8 Q Flash F9 System Information System Mode State Setup F10 Save amp Exit Secure Boot State Disabled F12 Print Screen FAT16 32 Format Only ESC Right Click Exit GIGABYTE UEFI DualBIOS System BIOS Power M I T Information Features Pe
18. matched correctly EB The front panel design may differ by chassis A front panel module mainly consists of power switch 31 Hardware Installation 15 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 EH 9 1 10 2 onyo e Audio signals will be present on both of the front and back panel audio connections simultaneously If you want to mute the back panel audio only supported when using an HD front panel audio module refer to Chapter 6 Configuring 2 4 5 1 7 1 Channel Audio Some chassis provide a front panel audio module that has separated connectors on each wire instead of a single plug For information about connecting the front panel audio module that has different wire assignments please contact the chassis manufacturer and the motherboard header will make the device unable to work or even damage it For HD Front Panel Audio For AC 97 Front Pan
19. Available functions in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model Grayed out area s indicates that the item is not configurable or the function is not supported Incorrectly doing overclock overvoltage may result in damage to the hardware components such A as CPU chipset and memory and reduce the useful life of these components Before you do the overclock overvoltage make sure that you fully know each function of EasyTune or system instability or other unexpected results may occur 91 Unique Features 5 2 2 System Information Viewer GIGABYTE System Information Viewer allows you to monitor and adjust the fan speed in the operating system You can also display the hardware monitor information on the desktop to view the system status at any time The System Information Viewer Interface GIGABYTE System Information Viewer Clocks Processor System Information Tabs Information Tab Description The System Information tab provides information on the installed CPU and motherboard and the BIOS version The Smart Fan Auto tab allows you to specify a Smart Fan mode Smart Fan Advance The Smart Fan Advance tab allows you to adjust the smart fan speed The fans will run at different speeds according to system temperatures Using the Smart Fan option you can adjust the fan s workload according system temperatures or you can fix the fan speeds using the RPM Fixed Mode option Click the Calib
20. Enabled or Ultra Fast USB Support gt gt Disabled All USB devices are disabled before the OS boot process completes gt gt Full Initial All USB devices are functional in the operating system and during the POST gt gt 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 function is disabled when Fast Boot is set to Ultra Fast PS2 Devices Support gt gt Disabled All PS 2 devices are disabled before the OS boot process completes gt 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 function is disabled when Fast Boot is set to Ultra Fast NetWork Stack Driver Support gt Disabled Disables booting from the network Default gt Enabled Enables booting from the network This item is configurable only when Fast Boot is set to Enabled or Ultra Fast BIOS Setup 56 Next Boot After AC Power Loss gt Normal Boot Enables normal bootup upon the return of the AC power Default gt gt 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 Windows 8 Features Allows you to select the operating system to be installed Default Other OS CSM Support Enables or disables UEFI CSM Comp
21. English Q Flash Initial Display Output PCIe 1 Slot shich video display output wil USB Storage Devices Select Screen 1T Click Select Item Enter Dbl Click Select PU PD Change Opt General Help Smart Tweak Mode Previous Values Optimized Defaults Q Flash System Information Save amp Exit Print Screen FAT16 32 Format Only ESC Right Click Exit Initial Display Output Specifies the first initiation of the monitor display from the PCI Express graphics cards PCle 1 Slot Sets the graphics card on the PCIE_1 slot as the first display Default gt gt PCle 2 Slot Sets the graphics card on the PCIE_2 slot as the first display gt gt PCle 3 Slot Sets the graphics card on the PCIE_3 slot as the first display gt gt PCle 4 Slot Sets the graphics card on the PCIE_4 slot as the first display Audio LED Enables or disables the onboard audio LED function gt gt Off Disables this function gt gt Still Mode The LED stays constantly on Default gt Beat Mode The brightness of the LED changes according to the music rhythm gt Pulse Mode The brightness of the LED changes slowly and smoothly like breath Rear Panel LED Enables or disables the audio LED on the rear panel I O shield gt gt On The LED will light and follow the behavior of the onboard audio LED Default gt gt Off Disables this function Legacy USB Support Allows USB keyboard mouse to be used in MS DOS
22. HomeCloud on your computer and click Login with Google or Login with Facebook to sign in with your Google or Facebook account or select the account on the Account List Then enable HomeCloud Function To automatically enable this function after system reboot enable Always run on next reboot Step 2 Run GIGABYTE Cloud Station on your smart phone tablet device sign in with the same account you use for HomeCloud on your computer Tap on HomeCloud to perform the following functions Note 1 You can use your smart phone tablet device to scan the QR code on the HomeCloud UI to link to the download page of the GIGABYTE Cloud Station on App Store or Google Play Note 2 For iOS systems the file types are limited to image video files Unique Features 104 On the Computer Option Function Account List Displays currently signed in account s Remove Remove the selected account Share Folder Displays the shared folder directory of the currently signed in account Open Folder Access the shared folder of the currently signed in account On the Smart Phone Tablet Device Option Function All Picture Files File Upload Tap on the folder browse and select the files inside Tap on the menu icon and select Upload selected Files to upload the files to your computer To open a file All Music Files tap on it for about 1 second for iOS systems only All Video Files File Download Tap
23. LEDs on the Chipset heatsink Pin No Definition 1 VCC i 2 GND onon i 9 SATA_EXPRESS SATA Express Connector The SATA Express connector supports a single SATA Express device A M2_10G SATA Express and SATA3 4 5 connectors can only be used one ata time The SATA3 4 5 connectors will become unavailable when an M 2 SSD is installed 21 Hardware Installation 10 SATA3 0 1 2 3 4 5 SATA 6Gb s Connectors The SATA connectors conform to SATA6Gb s standard and are compatible with SATA 3Gb s and SATA 1 5Gb s standard Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device The Intel Chipset supports RAID 0 RAID 1 RAID 5 and RAID 10 Refer to Chapter 3 Configuring SATA Hard Drive s for instructions on configuring a RAID array 21 410 SS pf LE EF Pin No Definition GND TXP TXN GND RXN RXP GND SATA3 5
24. 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 gt Disabled Disables this function Default gt gt Any Key Press any key to turn on the system gt gt Keyboard 98 Press POWER button on the Windows 98 keyboard to turn on the system gt Password Set a password with 1 5 characters to turn on the system Power On Password Set the password when Power On By Keyboard is set to Password Press lt Enter gt on this item and set a password with up to 5 characters and then press lt Enter gt to accept To turn on the system enter the password and press lt Enter gt Note To cancel the password press lt Enter gt on this item When prompted for the password press lt Enter gt 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 gt Disabled Disables this function Default gt gt Move Move the mouse to turn on the system gt 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 Resume by Alarm PME event wake up power on by mouse
25. Right Click Exit 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 this setting Default Auto 3DMark01 Enhancement Allows you to determine whether to enhance some legacy benchmark performance Default Disabled 53 BIOS Setup 2 4 System Information GIGABYTE UEFI DualBloS System BIOS Pouer M I T Information Features Peripherals Chipset Management Save amp Exit S T Mode English Q Flash System Information Model Name 499 UD4 BIOS Version F1 BIOS Date 07 29 2014 BIOS ID BAOTAGO Memory Information Total Memory 4096 MB System Language English Tue 07 29 2014 18 41 04 Select Screen T Click Select Item Enter Dbl Click Select Access Level Administrator PU PD Change Opt Fi General Help F2 Smart Tweak Mode F5 Previous Values F7 Optimized Defaults F8 Q Flash F9 System Information F10 Save amp Exit F12 Print Screen FAT16 32 Format Only ESC Right Click Exit 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 Cr EJF Er 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
26. Using Smart Switch The Smart Switch icon E will appear on the bottom left corner of the traditional Windows desktop screen after Smart Switch is installed Left click the icon to see the screen as that shown above and you can set the default screen displayed after you enter Windows 103 Unique Features 5 2 11 Cloud Station Server GIGABYTE Cloud Station Server is composed of several GIGABYTE s unique apps that allow your smart phone tablet device to communicate share resources and control desktop PCs via wireless connection Before You Begin To use the HomeCloud GIGABYTE Remote and Remote OC functions you must install GIGABYTE Cloud Station on your smart phone tablet device as well For Android system please download the app from Google Play for iOS system please download it from App Store 9 e Your smart phone tablet device must have Android 4 0 iOS 6 0 or above version e The first time you use HomeCloud GIGABYTE Remote and Remote OC you must click Login with Google or Login with Facebook to sign in with your Google or Facebook account Be sure to use the same account to sign in to the three apps on your smart phone tablet device as well HomeCloud HomeCloud allows you to share the files between your smart phone tablet device and computer or back up the files from the device to the computer The HomeCloud Interface GIGABYTE Cloud Station Server HomeCloud Using HomeCloud Step 1 Launch
27. be special characters under the Name item and press lt Enter gt Then select a RAID level Figure 4 RAID levels supported include RAID 0 RAID 1 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 GIGABYTE UEFI DualBloS System BIOS Pouer MIT Information Features Peripherals Chipset Management Save amp Exit Back S T Mode English Q Flash Create RAID Volume Select RAID Leve Name Volume1 RAID Level RAIDO Stripe Select Disks eSB ARG JOR gp RAID Level JP1532FR3A Select Screen 1T Click Select Item Enter Dbl Click Select PU PD Change Opt Fi General Help Smart Tweak Mode Previous Values Optimized Defaults Q Flash System Information F10 Save amp Exit F12 Print Screen FAT16 32 Format Only ESC Right Click Exit Figure 4 Step 4 Under Select Disks item select the hard drives to be included in the RAID array Press the lt Space gt key on the hard drives to be selected selected hard drives are marked with X Then set the stripe block size Figure 5 The stripe block size can be set from 4 KB to 128 KB Once you have selected the stripe block size set the volume capacity GIGABYTE UEF DualBloS System BIOS Power M I T Information Features Peripherals Chipset Management Save amp Exit Back S T Mode English Q Flash Create RAID Volume strip size h
28. board to default values f Whether the system will work stably with the overclock overvoltage settings you made is dependent GIGABYTE UEF DualBloS System BIOS Power hs Information Features Peripherals Chipset Management Save amp Exit S T Mode English Q Flash gt M I T Current Status show all information about M I T status y Settings BIOS Version Fi BCLK 100 01MHz CPU Frequency 3604 20MHz Memory Frequency 2133 74MHz Select Screen T Click Select Item Total Memory Size 4096MB Enter Dbl Click Select PU PD Change Opt CPU Temperature 28 0 C F1 General Help F2 Smart Tweak Mode Ucore 1 036U F5 Previous Values F Optimized Defaults F8 Q Flash F9 System Information F10 Save amp Exit F12 Print Screen FAT16 32 Format Only ESC Right Click Exit This section provides information on the BIOS version CPU base clock CPU frequency memory frequency total memory size CPU temperature and CPU voltage etc BIOS Setup 42 gt M ILT Current Status This screen provides information on CPU memory frequencies parameters gt Advanced Frequency Settings GIGABYTE UEFI DualBlOoS System BIOS Power hs Information Features Peripherals Chipset Management Save amp Exit Back S T Mode English Q Flash CPU Base Clock Select Screen 1T Click Select Item Enter Dbl Click Select PU PD Change Opt General Help Smart Tweak Mode Previous Values Optimiz
29. d Enables or disables Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed I O Default Enabled Execute Disable Bit 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 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 BIOS Setup 62 2 8 Power Management GIGABYTE UEFI DualBloS System BIOS Power M I T Information Features Peripherals Chipset Management Save amp Exit S T Mode English Q Flash AC BACK Always Off Select Screen 1T Click Select Item Enter Dbl Click Select PU PD Change Opt General Help Smart Tweak Mode Previous Values Optimized Defaults Q Flash System Information Save amp Exit Print Screen FAT16 32 Format Only ESC Right Click Exit AC BACK Determines the state of the system after the return of power from an AC power loss gt gt Always Off The system stays off upon the return of the AC power Default gt gt Always On The system is turned on upon the return of the AC power gt gt Memory The system returns to its last known awake state upon the return of the AC power Power On By Keyboard Allows the system to be turned on by a
30. 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 e A Windows setup disk e Motherboard driver disk e AUSB thumb drive 3 1 Configuring SATA Controllers 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 If you want to configure a RAID set make sure to connect the hard drives to the SATA3 0 5 ports Then connect the power connector from your power supply to the hard drive Note 1 Skip this step if you do not want to create RAID array on the SATA controller Note 2 Required when the SATA controller is set to AHCI or RAID mode lt 07 Configuring SATA Hard Drive s B Configuring SATA controller mode in BIOS Setup Make sure to configure the SATA controller mode correctly in system BIOS Setup Step 1 Turn on your computer and press lt Delete gt to enter BIOS Setup during the POST Power On Self Test Go to Chipset PCH SATA Configuration make sure SATA Controller is enabled To create RAID set Configure SATA as to RAID Figure 1 If you do not want to create RAID set this item to IDE or AHCI GIGABYTE UEFI DualBloS System BIOS Pouer M I T Information Features Peripherals Chipset Management Save amp Exit Back S T Mode English Q Flash
31. in Chapter 6 Configuring 2 4 5 1 7 1 Channel Audio FB The audio jacks can be reconfigured to perform different functions via the audio software supported 1 8 Installing the I O Shield ERR Step 1 Install the included I O shield into the chassis For actual installation a please refer to the user guide for your chassis Step 2 Place the motherboard into the chassis aligning the back panel connectors with the installed I O shield Connect the power cable from the I O shield to the LED_CON1 connector on the motherboard For how to turn on off the I O shield LED indicators refer to the instructions on in Chapter 2 BIOS Setup Peripherals or Chapter 5 Unique Features APP Center Ambient LED Hardware Installation 22 1 9 Internal Connectors 1 ATX_12V_2X4 12 M2_10G 2 ATX 13 M2_WIFI 3 ATX4P 14 F_PANEL 4 CPU_FAN 15 F_AUDIO 5 SYS_FAN1 2 3 16 SPDIF_O 6 CPU_OPT 17 F_USB30 7 LED_CON1 18 F_USB1 F_USB2 8 LED _CON2 19 TPM 9 SATA_EXPRESS 20 THB_C 10 SATA3 0 1 2 3 4 5 21 BAT 11 sSATA3 0 1 2 3 22 CLR_CM
32. instructions to complete and exit the RAID Configuration Utility Intel R Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM 13 1 0 2126 Copyright C Intel Corporation All Rights Reserved RECOVERY VOLUME OPTIONS 1 Enable Only Recovery Disk 2 Enable Only Master Disk Status B Select a Recovery volume to do the operation T4 Up Down SPACE Selects ENTER Done T4 select ESC Previous Menu ENTER Select Are you sure you want to copy all the data from the recovery disk to the master disk A WARNING Completing this action will override any master disk changes since the last update You can continue using other applications during this time More help B Step 3 Click Yes to begin the data recovery Step 2 Go to the Manage menu of the Intel Rapid Storage Technology utility and click Recover data in Manage Volume E Step 4 The Status item on the left of the screen displays After the recovery volume is completed the Status the rebuild progress will display as Normal Configuring SATA Hard Drive s 82 Chapter 4 Drivers Installation Windows 8 1 as the example operating system e After installing the operating system insert the motherboard driver disk into your optical drive Click on 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 ex ecute th
33. memory installed 4 channel memory architecture Support for DDR4 2133 1866 1600 1333 MHz memory modules Support for non ECC memory modules Support for Extreme Memory Profile XMP memory modules Support for RDIMM 1Rx8 memory modules operate in non ECC mode Go to GIGABYTE s website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory modules Audio Realtek ALC1150 codec High Definition Audio 2 4 5 1 7 1 channel Support for S PDIF Out fe LAN Intel GbE LAN chip 10 100 1000 Mbit gs Expansion Slots 2 x PCI Express x16 slots running at x16 PCIE_1 PCIE_2 For optimum performance if only one PCI Express graphics card is to be installed be sure to install it in the PCIE_1 slot if you are installing two PCI Express graphics cards it is recommended that you install them in the PCIE_1 and PCIE_2 slots 2 x PCI Express x16 slots running at x8 PCIE_3 PCIE_4 The PCIE_4 slot shares bandwidth with the PCIE_1 slot When the PCIE_4 slot is populated the PCIE_1 slot will operate at up to x8 mode When an i7 5820K CPU is installed the PCIE_2 slot operates at up to x8 mode and the PCIE_3 operates at up to x4 mode All PCI Express x16 slots conform to PCI Express 3 0 standard 3 x PCI Express x1 slots The PCI Express x1 slots conform to PCI Express 2 0 standard 1 x M 2 Socket 1 connector for the wireless communication module M2_WIFI EN Multi Graphics U Technolog
34. on the folder and then tap on the menu icon select Download Files You can browse the files and select the files that you want to download to your All Files smart phone tablet device User Contacts Tap on the folder and then tap on the menu icon to use the options including Backup Call Log to remote Restore From remote View Remote Contact and Reselect Computers 105 Unique Features GIGABYTE Remote GIGABYTE Remote allows you to use your smart phone tablet device to remotely control the mouse keyboard Windows Media Player on your computer The GIGABYTE Remote Interface GIGABYTE Cloud Station Server GIGABYTE Remote Using GIGABYTE Remote Step 1 Launch GIGABYTE Remote on your computer and enable GIGABYTE Remote Function To automatically enable this function after system reboot enable Always run on next reboot Step 2 Run GIGABYTE Cloud Station on your smart phone tablet device sign in with the same account you use for HomeCloud on your computer Tap on Remote Control to perform the following remote controls On the Smart Phone Tablet Device Option Function Remotely perform mouse functionalities including dragging right left clicking and Mouse holding the mouse left button Remotely control your keyboard such as text input tap on Real Time Mode to type Keyboard l texts or deletion Media Remotely configure and control the currently running Windows Media Player applicati
35. question Our EB lf the procedure above is unable to solve your problem contact the place of purchase or local dealer customer service staff will reply you as soon as possible 119 Appendix 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 Sta
36. ss ssssssesnesnsissesisnssnsrsresrsrsnrsrrrnesrnne 111 6 1 1 Configuring 2 4 5 1 7 1 Channel AUGIO ccccesesssscecesesessssseeeeesssesssseeeesrseees 111 6 1 2 Configuring S PDIF OU essensa 113 6 1 3 Configuring Microphone Recording csscecesesssssccesssssessssssssesesssesssseeeeeeseees 114 6 1 4 Using the Sound Recorder c ccsccsssscsssssssssssssscessessssesssssseseessssesesecaeaseseeeseses 116 62 TOUDE SIG ONIN rescrierea ni inisa S 117 6 2 1 Frequently Asked Questions ccccccscsssssssssssssscssscssssessceceeseesseesesecasaseseeseseses 117 6 2 2 Troubleshooting Procedure cceescsssssssssesssesssessssssssscsersassesssessrsrsasseeeseeas 118 Regulatory Slate menl shee eastern cetetee os tnysettedeatietaasnesee aocase noes aadeind a 120 OAT OS iste ssiacita E S imaaiaonsnaateiee Ae peacalasmmeapieiies 127 Box Contents GA X99 UD4 motherboard Motherboard driver disk User s Manual Quick Installation Guide Four SATA cables I O Shield One 2 Way SLI bridge connector Two 3 Way SLI bridge connectors GC 3SLI X99 and GC 3SLI One 4 Way SLI bridge connector One 2 Way CrossFire bridge connector One 1 to 3 power cable 2x4 ATX 12V NANNNNANANAARRA 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 Optional Items CO 2 port USB 2 0 bracket Part No 12CR1 1UB030 6 R O eSATA brac
37. 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 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 4l BIOS Setup gt Advanced Voltage Settings GIGABYTE UEF DualBloS System BIOS he i Information Features Peripherals Chipset Power Management Save amp Exit Back S T Mode English Q Flash gt Advanced Power Settings bl lvanced settings relating to is delivered to yow ide PWM phase control and ibration Select Screen t Click Select Item Enter Dbl Click Select PU PD Change Opt F1 F2 F5 F F8 F9 F10 DEPA i5 General Help Smart Tweak Mode Previous Values Optimized Defaults Q Flash System Information Save amp Exit Print Screen FAT16 32 Format Only ESC Right Click Exit gt Advanced Power Settings GIGABYTE UEF DualBlOoS System BIOS MET Information Features Peripherals Chipset Power Management Save amp Exit Back S T Mode English Q Flash CPU URIN Loadline Calibration d line calibration in 1007 voltage Select Screen t Click Select Item 500 OKH o Enter Dbl Click Select 400 OKH PU PD Change Opt 400 OKH o F1 General Help Sm
38. unplug the power cord For motherboards that have a Clear CMOS jumper refer to the instruc tions in Chapter 1 to short the jumper to clear the CMOS values If your board doesn t have this jumper button refer to the instructions on the motherboard battery in Chapter 1 You can temporarily remove the battery from the battery holder to stop supplying power to the CMOS which will clear the CMOS values after about one minute Q Why do still get a weak sound even though have turned my speaker to the maximum volume A Make sure your speaker is equipped with an internal amplifier If not try a speaker with power amplifier 117 Appendix 6 2 2 Troubleshooting Procedure If you encounter any troubles during system startup follow the troubleshooting procedure below to solve the problem Turn off the power Remove all peripherals connecting cables and power cord etc Make sure the motherboard does not short circuit with the chassis or other metal objects Yes Isolate the short circuit No The problem is verified and solved Secure the CPU cooler Check if the CPU cooler is attached to the CPU securely Is the onthe CPU Connect the power connector of the CPU cooler connected to the CPU_FAN header properly CPU cooler power cable to the motherboard Yes The problem is verified and solved Correctly insert the Check if the memory is installed properly on the memory slot memory into the memory socket
39. with part 15 ofthe FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful and 2 this device must accept any inference received including that may cause undesired operation Representative Person s Name ERIC LU Signature ric Lu Date Aug 15 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 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 Documentation Classifications In order to assist in the use of this product GIGABYTE provides the following types of documentations mM For quick set up of the product read the Quick Installation Guide included with the product For detailed product information carefully read the User s Manual For product related information check on our website at http www gigabyte com Identifying Your Motherboard Revision The revision number on your motherboard looks like this REV X X For example REV 1 0 means the revision of the motherboard is 1 0 Check your motherboard revision before updating mothe
40. 1 An Intel Chipset motherboard supporting RAID 2 Intel SATA controllers set to RAID mode 3 Intel Rapid Storage Technology utility installed 4 Windows 7 with SP1 Windows 8 Windows 8 1 5 Intel SATA controller driver installed B Using XHD Select XHD and click Create RAID 0 or Create RAID 1 based on your need 2 GIGABYTE EZ Setup Note 1 The XHD utility only supports the SATA connectors controlled by the Intel Chipset Note 2 Except for the operating system drive all data on other hard drive will be deleted Back up your data before using the XHD utility 95 Unique Features 5 2 4 Fast Boot Through the simple GIGABYTE Fast Boot interface you can enable or change the Fast Boot or Next Boot After AC Power Loss setting right in the operating system The Fast Boot Interface GIGABYTE Fast Boot Using Fast Boot e BIOS Fast Boot This option is the same as the Fast Boot option 2 in BIOS Setup It allows you to enable or disable the fast boot function to shorten OS boot time e AC OFF Mode This option is the same as the Next Boot After AC Power Loss option 2 in BIOS Setup It allows you to select the system bootup mode upon the return of an AC power loss This mode is configurable only when BIOS Fast Boot is set to Fast or Ultra Fast After you configure the setting click Save to save and click Exit The settings will take effect on next boot If you click the Enter BIOS Setup Now button
41. 11 3 CPU Notch Notch Triangle Pin One Marking on the CPU GGEOVBIZTIPSE eaoaerve V H Y15039 ZHOOS E S3 GUID TWLLN2GISNO ILNI a00 13 Hardware Installation B Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU into the motherboard CPU socket e Before installing the CPU make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from A the power outlet to prevent damage to the CPU e To protect the socket contacts do not remove the protective plastic cover unless the CPU is inserted into the CPU socket Save the cover properly and replace it if the CPU is removed Lever A ca 9 Step 1 Push the lever closest to the unlock mark cf below referred as lever A down and away from the socket to release it Step 3 Gently press lever A to allow the load plate to rise Open the load plate Note DO NOT touch the socket contacts after the load plate is opened Step 5 Once the CPU is properly inserted carefully replace the load plate Then secure lever B under its retention tab Hardware Installation Lever B Ultra Durable Step 2 Push the lever closest to the lock mark QQ below referred as lever B down and away from the socket Then lift the lever Step 4 Hold the CPU with your thumb and index fingers Align the CPU pin one mark triangle with the triangle mark on metal socket frame and carefully insert the CPU into the socket vertically Step 6 Finall
42. 19 91M ps that help you get the mos GABYTE APP Center allows aa an N ta 4 3 Information This page provides detailed information on the drivers on the driver disk The Contact page provides contact information of the GIGABYTE Taiwan headquarter You can click the URL on this page to link to the GIGA BYTE website to check more information on the GIGABYTE headquarter or worldwide branch offices i Intel X99 Ver 1 0 B14 0715 1 c Eg GIGABYTE Xpress Install Technical Manuals You can save print or e mail the system information by clicking the buttons below Drivers Installation 84 Chapter 5 Unique Features 5 1 BIOS Update Utilities GIGABYTE motherboards provide two unique BIOS update tools Q Flash and BIOS GIGABYTE Q Flash and BIOS are easy to use and allow you to update the BIOS without the need to enter MS DOS mode Additionally this motherboard features the DualBIOS design and supports Q Flash Plus providing multiple protection for the safety and stability of your computer What is DualBIOS Motherboards that support DualBIOS have two BIOS onboard a main BIOS and a backup BIOS Normally the system works on the main BIOS However if the main BIOS is corrupted or damaged the backup BIOS will take over on the next system boot and copy the BIOS file to the main BIOS to ensure normal system operation For the sake of system safety users cannot update the backup BIOS manually What i
43. 2 7 ACPI 5 0 Unique Features EA Bundled Software 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 Ambient LED EasyTune EZ Setup Fast Boot Cloud Station ON OFF Charge Smart TimeLock Smart Recovery 2 System Information Viewer USB Blocker V Tuner Support for Q Flash Support for Smart Switch Support for Xpress Install Norton Internet Security OEM version Intel Smart Response Technology cFosSpeed TO Operating a Support for Windows 8 1 8 7 System ATX Form Factor 30 5cm x 24 4cm GIGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to the product specifications and product related information without prior notice Please visit the Support amp 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 Hardware Installation 1 3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler Read the following guidelines before you begin to install the CPU A e Make sure that the motherboard supports the CPU Go to GIGABYTE s website for the latest CPU support list e Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing the CPU to prevent hardwar
44. 8_2D DDR4_7_1D DDR4 6 2C DDR4_5 1C 1 Module am ae Fa ae 2 Modules e e 4 Modules J J e e 6 Modules J J oe e 8 Modules J J e J J e Note 1 When installing the memory make sure to begin with the first socket of each channel such as DDR4_1_1A DDR4_3_1B DDR4_5_1C and DDR4_7_1D Note 2 If you are using a RDIMM memory make sure it is a 1Rx8 one Note 3 To ensure memory compatibility we do not recommend that you install RDIMM and UDIMM memory at the same time Hardware Installation 1 4 2 Installing a Memory Before installing a memory module make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the memory module DDR4 and DDR3 DIMMs are not compatible to each other or DDR2 DIMMs Be sure to install DDR4 DIMMs on this motherboard eal DDR4 DIMM ADDR4 memory module has a notch so it can only fit in one direction Follow the steps below to correctly install your memory modules in the memory sockets Step 1 Note the orientation of the memory module Spread the retaining clip at the right end of the memory socket Place the memory module on the socket As indicated in the picture on the left place your fin
45. ATX 12V power connector 1 x PCle power connector 1 x I O shield audio LED power connector 1 x heatsink LED power connector 1 x M 2 Socket 3 connector 1 x SATA Express connector 10 x SATA 6Gb s connectors 1 x CPU fan header 1 x water cooling fan header CPU_OPT 3 x system fan headers 1 x front panel header 1 x front panel audio header 1 x USB 3 0 2 0 header 2 x USB 2 0 1 1 headers 1 x Trusted Platform Module TPM header 1 x Thunderbolt add in card connector 1 x Clear CMOS jumper Back Panel Connectors cs i C ki gt 1 x PS 2 keyboard port 1 x PS 2 mouse port 6 x USB 3 0 2 0 ports 4 x USB 2 0 1 1 ports 1 x RJ 45 port 1 x optical S PDIF Out connector 5 x audio jacks Center Subwoofer Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Line In Line Out Mic In 2 x Wi Fi antenna connector holes 1 0 Controller iTE I O Controller Chip 11 Hardware Installation Hardware Monitor gt gt System voltage detection CPU System Chipset temperature detection CPU CPU OPT System fan speed detection CPU System Chipset overheating warning CPU CPU OPT System fan fail warning CPU CPU OPT System fan speed control Whether the fan speed control function is supported will depend on the cooler you install BIOS 2 x 128 Mbit flash Use of licensed AMI UEFI BIOS Support for DualBIOS Support for Q Flash Plus PnP 1 0a DMI 2 7 WfM 2 0 SM BIOS
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47. 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 BIOS Setup 58 lt USB Storage Devices Displays a list of connected USB mass storage devices This item appears only when a USB storage device is installed gt Intel R Ethernet Connection This sub menu provides information on LAN configuration and related configuration options 59 BIOS Setup 2 7 Chipset GIGABYTE UEFI DualBIOS System BIOS Pouer M I T Information Features Peripherals Chipset Management Save amp Exit S T Mode English Q Flash gt PCH sSATA Configuration sSATA devices and settings mfiguration Select Screen 1t Click Select Item Enter Dbl Click Select PU PD Change Opt Fi General Help F2 Smart Tweak Mode F5 Previous Values F Optimized Defaults F8 Q Flash F9 System Information F10 Save amp Exit Fi2 Print Screen FAT16 32 Format Only ESC Right Click Exit gt PCH sSATA Configuration SSATA3 0 3 Connectors GIGABYTE UEFI DualBlOS System BIOS Pouer M I T Information Features Peripherals Chipset Management Save amp Exit Back S T Mode English Q Flash PCH sSATA Configuration Enable or Disable SATA Control le sSATA Controller Enabled
48. Devices Playback Recording Sounds Communications Select a recording device below to modify its settings K Microphone Realtek High Definitio 3 h Default Device Line In Realtek High Definition Audio Not plugged in ereo Mix Realtek High Definition Audio Disab f Enable Set as Deki Device Set as Default Communication Device Show Disabled Devices Show Disconnected Devices Properties GIGABYTE 1 Make sure you have connected the sound input device e g microphone to the computer 2 To record the audio click the Start Recording button e sttRecorina 3 To stop recording audio click the Stop Recording button seeRecording Be sure to save the recorded audio file upon completion B Playing the Recorded Sound You can play your recording in a digital media player program that supports your audio file format Appendix 116 6 2 Troubleshooting 6 2 1 Frequently Asked Questions To read more FAQs for your motherboard please go to the Support amp Downloads FAQ page on GIGABYTE s website Q Why is the light of my keyboard optical mouse still on after the computer shuts down A Some motherboards provide a small amount of standby power after the computer shuts down and that s why the light is still on Q How do clear the CMOS values A For motherboards that have a Clear CMOS button press this button to clear the CMOS values before doing this please turn off the computer and
49. E tab In the Speaker Configuration list select Stereo een Quadraphonic 5 1 Speaker or 7 1 Speaker according to the type of speaker configuration you wish to set up Then the speaker setup is completed B Configuring Sound Effect You may configure an audio environment on the Sound Effects tab C Activating an AC 97 Front Panel Audio Module If your chassis provides an AC 97 front panel audio module to activate the AC 97 functionality click the Tool icon D on the right bottom of the screen On the Connector Settings dialog box select the Disable front panel jack detection check box Click OK to complete GIGABYTE D Muting the Back Panel Audio For HD Audio Only Click Device advanced settings icon E on the right bottom PESE GIGABYTE of the screen to open the Device advanced settings dialog box Select the Mute the rear output device when a front headphone plugged in check box Click OK to complete Appendix 112 6 1 2 Configuring S PDIF Out The S PDIF Out jack can transmit audio signals to an external decoder for decoding to get the best audio quality 1 Connecting a S PDIF Out Cable Connect a S PDIF optical cable to an external decoder for transmitting the S PDIF digital audio signals Connects to a S PDIF optical cable 2 Configuring S PDIF Out On the Digital Output Optical screen ct click the Default Format tab and then select the sample rate and bit depth Click OK to complete GIGABY
50. GA X99 UD4 User s Manual Rev 1002 12ME X99UD4 1002R Declaration of Conformity We Manufacturer Importer G B T Technology Trading GMbH Address Bullenkoppel 16 22047 Hamburg Germany Declare that the product Product Type Motherboard Product Name GA x99 UD4 conforms with the essential requirements of the following directives gt lt 2004 108 EC EMC Directive Dx Conduction amp Radiated Emissions EN 55022 2010 X Immunity EN 55024 2010 DX Power line harmonics EN 61000 3 2 2006 A2 2009 Dx Power line flicker EN 61000 3 3 2008 IX 2006 95 EC LVD Directive XX Safety EN60950 1 2006 A12 2011 x 2011 65 EU RoHS Directive XX Restriction of use of certain This product does not contain any of the restricted substances in electronic equipment substances listed in Annex Il in concentrations and applications banned by the directive gt CE marking Signature Timmy Huang Stamp Date Aug 15 2014 Name Timmy Huang DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Per FCC Part 2 Section 2 1077 a Responsible Party Name G B T INC U S A Address 17358 Railroad Street City of Industry CA 91748 Phone Fax No 626 854 9338 626 854 9326 hereby declares that the product Product Name Motherboard Model Number GA X99 UD4 Conforms to the following specifications FCC Part 15 Subpart B Section 15 107 a and Section 15 109 a Class B Digital Device Supplementary Information This device complies
51. ID10 64KB RAIDS 64KB revious Menu ESC Pre Figure 12 Configuring SATA Hard Drive s 74 Step 5 Enter the array capacity and press lt Enter gt Finally press lt Enter gt on the Create Volume item to begin creating the RAID array When prompted to confirm whether to create this volume press lt Y gt to confirm or lt N gt to cancel Figure 13 CREATE VOLUME MENU Name Volume0 RAID Level RAIDO Stripe Disks Select Disks Strip Size 128 MB Capacity 931 5 GB WARNING ALL DATA ON SELECTED DISKS WILL BE LOST Figure 13 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 Figure 14 G70 126 VONINGVOSINION 1 Create RAID Volume Recovery Volume Options 2 Delete RAID Volume Acceleration Options 3 Reset Disks to Non RAID Exit DISK VOLUME INFORMATION RAID Volumes JID AEG Level Strip Size Status Bootable 0 Volume0 RAIDO Stripe 128KB 931 5GB Yes Physical Devices ID Device Model Serial Size Type Status Vol ID 1 Hitachi HDS72105 JP1532FR3BWV7K 465 7GB 2 Hitachi HDS72105 JP1532ER046M2K 465 7GB TV Select ESC Exit ENTER Select Menu Figure 14 To exit the RAID BIOS utility press lt Esc gt or select 6 Exit in MAIN MENU Now you can proceed to install the SATA RAID AHCI driver and oper
52. OS A Read the following guidelines before connecting external devices e First make sure your devices are compliant with the connectors you wish to connect e 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 e 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 ee Hardware Installation 1 2 ATX_12V_2X4 ATX 2x4 12V Power Connector and 2x12 Main Power Connector With the use of the power connector the power supply can supply enough stable power to all the components on the motherboard Before connecting the power connector first make sure the power supply is turned off and all devices are properly installed The power connector possesses a foolproof design Connect the power supply cable to the power connector in the correct orientation 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
53. R4 memory sockets and supports 4 Channel Technology After the memory is installed the BIOS will automatically detect the specifications and capacity of the memory The eight DDR4 memory sockets are divided into four channels and each channel has two memory sockets as following gt gt Channel A DDR4_1_1A DDR4_2_2A gt Channel B DDR4_3_1B DDR4_4 2B gt Channel C DDR4_5_1C DDR4_6_2C gt Channel D DDR4_7_1D DDR4_8_2D DDR1411Akkk gt gt gt ee 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 Amemory module can be installed in only one direction If you are unable to insert the memory switch the direction gt gt Refer to the table below for memory installation according to the number of the memory modules you want to install DDR4_1_1A DDR4_2_2A DDR4_3 DDR4_4 2B DDR4_
54. Status Disabled Keeps or clears the record of previous chassis intrusion status Default gt gt Enabled Clears the record of previous chassis intrusion status and the Case Open field will show No at next boot BIOS Setup 50 Case Open Displays the detection status of the chassis intrusion detection device attached to the motherboard Cl 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 CPU VCCIO DRAM Channel A B Voltage DRAM Channel C D Voltage DDRVPP Channel A B Voltage DDRVPP Channel C D Voltage 5V PCH IO PCH Core 12V Displays the current system voltages CPU Temperature PCH Temperature Displays current CPU Chipset temperature 1st System Temperature 2nd System Temperature Displays current system temperatures detected by each system temperature sensor on the motherboard CPU CPU OPT System Fan Speed Displays current CPU CPU_OPT system fan speeds CPU System PCH Temperature Warning Sets the warning threshold for CPU system Chipset temperature When temperature exceeds the threshold BIOS will emit warning sound Options are Disabled default 60 C 140 F 70 C 158 F 80 C 176 F 90 C 194 F CPU CPU OPT System Fan Fail Warning Allows the system to emit warning sound if the fan is not connec
55. TE Note Enter the Digital Output Optical screen to configure further settings if you use the S PDIF Out connector s on the back panel for digital audio output or enter the Digital Output screen if you use the internal S PDIF Out connector SPDIF_O for digital audio output 113 Appendix 6 1 3 Configuring Microphone Recording Step 1 Switch to Windows desktop mode The HD Audio Manager icon will appear in the notification area Double click the icon to access the HD Audio Manager 4 31 PM A GS 1 1O xX ss ee 9 5 22 2014 Step 2 i Realtek HD Audio Manager Connect your microphone to the Mic in jack pink on the back panel or the Mic in jack pink on the front panel Then configure the jack for microphone functionality Note The microphone functions on the front panel and back panel cannot be used at the same time GIGABYTE Step 3 Go to the Microphone screen Do not mute the recording volume or you ll not be able to record the sound To hear the sound being recorded during the recording process do not mute the playback volume It is recommended that you set the volumes at a middle level GIGABYTE Step 4 To raise the recording and playback volume for the microphone you can set the Microphone Boost level on the right of the Recording Volume slider GIGABYTE Appendix 114 Step 5 To open the Sounder Recorder move the mouse cursor to the bottom left corner of th
56. 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 te 2 Allows the BIOS to read the SPD data on XMP memory module s to enhance memory performance when enabled gt Disabled Disables this function Default gt gt Profile1 Uses Profile 1 settings gt gt 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 Note 1 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 Note 2 This item is present only when you install a CPU and a memory module that support this feature 45 BIOS Setup lt 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 gt Advanced Memory Settings GIGABYTE UEFI DualBloS System BIOS Pouer M I T Information Features Peripherals Chipset Management Save amp Exit Back S T Mode English Q Flash Extreme Memory Profile X M P
57. U OPT Fan Speed Control is set to Manual Options are 0 75 PWM value C 2 50 PWM value C 51 BIOS Setup 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 gt gt Normal Allows the fan to run at different speeds according to the system temperature You can adjust the fan speed with System Information Viewer based on your system requirements Default gt gt Silent Allows the fan to run at slow speeds gt gt Manual Allows you to control the fan speed under the Fan Speed Percentage item gt gt 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 C 2 50 PWM value C 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 gt gt Normal Allows the fan to run at different speeds according to the system temperature You can adjust the fan speed with System Information Viewer based on your system requirements Default gt gt Silent Allows the fan to run at slow speeds gt gt Manual Allows you to control the fan speed under the Fan Speed Percentage item gt gt Full Speed Allows the fan to run at full speeds Fan Speed Percentage Allows you to control t
58. Use this port for USB devices such as a USB keyboard mouse USB printer USB flash drive and etc 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 USB 3 0 2 0 Port White 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 Before using Q Flash Plus make sure to insert the USB flash drive into this port first 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 Speed LED Acivity LED Connection Speed LED Activity LED State Description State Description L ma Orange 1 Gbps data rate Blinking Data transmission or receiving is ri Green 100 Mbps data rate occurring Off 10 Mbps data rate On No data transmission or receiving is non 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 Optical S PDIF Out Connector This connector provides digital audio out to an external a
59. WANG sssrini iniettori ssni aiiai 84 BEG MATOPIVAM OM xe coaseic seacesrcaredhsotoaxts oataanetdasdvecuesetacoteeveeoveedbesoaceeuvcadetacsucnesteesieecaneds 84 Chapter 3 Unique FEAT eS sx dsaccosccensoresetseonedssunsteestdsunecuresatacetdsaneteveseseaideessduteestsiediact 85 5 1 BIOS Update Utilities isc isnscacicesasscanasinnssnasedtcesdansesnasaehiceddnssdhcxertccianneedetseancntwes 85 5 1 1 Updating the BIOS with the Q Flash Utility cessesssssseeeesesesssseeeseeseeees 85 5 1 2 Updating the BIOS with the BIOS Utility 0 0 ce eeessseeceeessesesstseeseeeseeeeeees 88 SA Usny e FasMPUS cererea ani En sine Eanna EEEa 89 da APF OONO corn E tos mepetadtrasteonamnenieuaaianen 90 S Fay UE rener EE EEEE EEE EE EE n EEE 91 5 2 2 System Information VieWeL ccececscscssssssssssssecssssssssssssecseseesessessseceeeeseesesesaees 92 OU a EE N E EE A EAEE E E E E EAE E 93 e FPEO oran EE E EEEE 96 E E Ee e EEA T A A E E 97 5 26 Sman RecOvey 2 cncazcuestlencieauetsanesd susnsendabatsthianvidiealendsidtihaheat duselandwbatehaanesiaiecblendatiee 98 52 USB BIO CK eM sc snsnscecncrnancescnsuntdedennsiste iencwusiesdeinenenensesmoneiednencakiesieeseandeanminensceedints 100 5 2 6 Ambient LED eee en eee re mre epee erent tmnt tne ere 101 Si AA A E A EAT A 102 S210 Sman OWC saniainen aniani sE i aeni ainiai aiana 103 5 2 11 Cloud Station Server sseni aea anneanne ESENTE 104 Chapter 6 APpPENGIK sisri Ea EE EEE 111 6 1 Configuring Audio Input and Output s
60. age 2 508 U DDRUPP Channel CZD Voltage 2 496 U 5U 5 070 U PCH I0 1 518 V PCH Core 1 056 U 12U 11 880 U Select Screen 1T Click Select Item CPU Temperature 29 0 C Enter Dbl Click Select 1st System Temperature 30 0 C PU PD Change Opt 2nd System Temperature 30 0 C Fi General Help PCH Temperature 31 0 C F2 Smart Tweak Mode CPU Fan Speed 3169 RPM F5 Previous Values CPU OPT Fan Speed 0 RPM F Optimized Defaults ist System Fan Speed 0 RPM F8 Q Flash 2nd System Fan Speed 0 RPM F9 System Information 3rd System Fan Speed 0 RPM F10 Save amp Exit F12 Print Screen FAT16 32 Format Only ESC Right Click Exit GIGABYTE UEF DualBloS System BIOS Power hs a i Information Features Peripherals Chipset Management Save amp Exit Back S T Mode English Q Flash ist System Fan Speed Set 3st system fan speed configuration 2nd System Fan Speed No I Silent will reduce fan 3rd System Fan Speed pet eter operation but may ad set by BIOS defaults t CPU fan speed by arning ail W j Ful speed li ates at full speed Select Screen 1T Click Select Item Enter Dbl Click Select PU PD Change Opt Norma 1 Fi General Help F2 Smart Tweak Mode Norma 1 F5 Previous Values F Optimized Defaults Norma 1 F8 Q Flash F9 System Information 3rd System Fan Speed Control Norma 1 F10 Save amp Exit F12 Print Screen FAT16 32 Format Only ESC Right Click Exit Reset Case Open
61. art Tweak Mode Previous Values Optimized Defaults Q Flash System Information F10 F12 Save amp Exit Print Screen FAT16 32 Format Only ESC Right Click Exit CPU VRIN Loadline Calibration Allows you to set the Load Line Calibration level for the CPU VRIN The levels are from highest to lowest Extreme Turbo High Medium Low and Standard Selecting a higher level keeps the CPU VRIN voltage more consistent with what is set in BIOS under heavy load Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting and sets the voltage following Intel s specifications Default Auto CPU VRIN Protection Allows you to set the over current protection level for the CPU VRIN voltage The adjustable range is from 150 0mV to 400 0mV Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting Default Auto BIOS Setup 48 DDR CH AIB Voltage Protection Allows you to set the voltage limit on Channel Aand Channel B memory voltage for over voltage protection The adjustable range is from 150 0mV to 325 0mV Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting Default Auto DDR CH C D Voltage Protection Allows you to set the voltage limit on Channel C and Channel D memory voltage for over voltage protection The adjustable range is from 150 0mV to 325 0mV Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting Default Auto CPU VRIN Current Protection Allows you to set the over current protection level fo
62. asily fine tune your graphics card in the Windows environment You can manually overclock the GPU and memory or adjust the fan speed and power settings It also allows you to monitor your graphic card status at any time The V Tuner Interface GIGABYTE V Tuner V 1 AMD RADEON R9 290 SERIES LED 2271WH Using V Tuner You can manually select the values of each item or use the sliders for adjustment and then click Apply To set the fan speed you need to select Manual first You can save the current settings to a profile and create up to 4 profiles To check the graphics card status you can click the J icon on the top right corner Note 1 Before using V Tuner be sure to install the graphics card driver first Note 2 Adjustable items may vary by graphics cards Unique Features 102 5 2 10 Smart Switch GIGABYTE Smart Switch provides you with the conventional Windows start menu allowing you to easily access to the apps that you frequently use You can also select the default screen displayed after you enter Windows The Smart Switch Interface y WwW GIGABYTE Smart Switch F Paint Calculator irra Math Input Panel E Remote Desktop Connection Q Snipping Tool Sound Recorder Steps Recorder PN Sticky Notes Windows Fax and Scan Default Programs Windows Media Player Help and Support Es Choose your default screen Jl a gt All Programs 2 51 PM gt T A cy PO 371072014
63. atibility Support Module to support a legacy PC boot process gt Enabled Enables UEFI CSM Default gt gt Disabled Disables UEFI CSM and supports UEFI BIOS boot process only This item is configurable only when Windows 8 Features is set to Windows 8 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 Enabled Storage Boot Option Control Allows you to select whether to enable the UEFI or legacy option ROM for the storage device controller gt gt Do not launch Disables option ROM gt gt Legacy Enables legacy option ROM only Default gt gt UEFI Enables UEFI option ROM only This item is configurable only when CSM Support is set to Enabled Other PCI Device ROM Priority Allows you to select whether to enable the UEFI or Legacy option ROM for the PCI device controller other than the LAN storage device and graphics controllers gt gt Legacy Enables legacy option ROM only gt gt UEFI Enables UEFI option ROM only Default This item is configurable only when CSM Support is set to Enabled Network stack Disables or enables booting from the network to install a GPT format OS such as installing the OS from the Windows Deployment Services server Default Disabled lIpv4 PXE Support Enables or disables IPv4 PXE Support This item is configurable only when Network stack is enabled
64. ating system 715 Configuring SATA Hard Drive s Recovery Volume Options Intel Rapid Recover Technology provides data protection by allowing users to easily restore data and system operation using a designated recovery drive With the Rapid Recovery Technology which employs RAID 1 functionality users can copy the data from the master drive to the recovery drive if needed the data on the recovery drive can be restored back to the master drive Before you begin e The recovery drive must have equal or greater capacity than the master drive e A recovery volume can be created with two hard drives only A recovery volume and a RAID array cannot co exist in the system at the same time that is if you have already created a recovery volume you are unable to create a RAID array e By default only the master drive can be viewed in the operating system the recovery drive is hidden Step 1 Select Create RAID Volume in MAIN MENU and press lt Enter gt Figure i 15 MAIN MENU 1 Create RAID Volume Recovery Volume Options 2 Delete RAID Volume 5 Acceleration Options 3 Reset Disks to Non RAID Exit DISK VOLUME INFORMATION RAID Volumes None defined Physical Disks ID Drive Model Serial Size Type Status Vol ID l Hitachi HDS72105 JP1532FR3BWV7K 465 7GB 2 Hitachi HDS72105 JP1532ER046M2K 465 7GB Step 2 After entering the volume name select Recovery under the RAID Leve
65. ation 6 CPU_OPT Water Cooling CPU Fan Header The fan header is 4 pin and possesses a foolproof insertion design When connecting a fan cable be sure to connect it in the correct orientation the black connector wire is the ground wire The speed control function requires the use of a fan with fan speed control design A Pin No Definition E 1 GND i 1 2 Speed Control o as CPU_OPT 3 Sense z 4 VCC onyono c b cea A ee SERIE 7 LED_CON1 I O Shield Audio LED Power Connector The power connector provides power to the LEDs on the I O shield on the motherboard back panel Pin No Definition 1 vee 2 GND nnion Ea 8 EE a aA ez SERRE Hardware Installation 26 8 LED _CON2 Heatsink LED Power Connector The power connector provides power to the
66. ault Auto DDR CH C D PWM Switch Rate Allows you to set the PWM frequency for Channel C and Channel D memory The adjustable range is from 300 0KHz to 500 0KHz Default Auto lt PWM Phase Control Allows you to automatically change the PWM phase according to the CPU load The power saving levels are from lowest to highest eXm Perf Extreme Performance High Perf High Performance Perf Performance Balanced Mid PWR Mid Power and Lite PWR Light Power Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting Default Auto 3 Save Mode Determines whether to allow memory voltage to drop to a power saving level when the system is in S3 state Default Disabled gt CPU Core Voltage Control This section provides CPU voltage control options AG BIOS Setup gt Chipset Voltage Control This section provides Chipset voltage control options gt DRAM Voltage Control This section provides memory voltage control options gt PC Health Status GIGABYTE UEF DualBlOoS Systen BIOS Power hs Information Features Peripherals Chipset Management Save amp Exit Back S T Mode English Q Flash Reset Case Open Status Disabled Select enable to clear the record of Case Open YES i i hassis intrusion status CPU Vcore 1 036 V not i ns The Case Open field CPU URIN 1 804 U will show No at next boo CPU YCCIO 1 056 U DRAM Channel AZB Voltage 1 221 V DRAM Channel CZD Voltage 1 221 V DDRUPP Channel A B Volt
67. can use these images to restore your system or files when needed GIGABYTE Smart Recovery 2 Smart Recovery 2 E WDC WD800 D 22LSA0 H GAIL 00 C300 MTFDODAC256MAG C DA System Reserved oW E 74 015GB 238 474GB 0 098GB 238 374GB The Smart Recovery 2 main menu Button Description Allows you to select the source and destination Settings 7 partition Backup Now Allows you to perform the backup immediately File Allows you to recover your files from the backup Recovery image System Allows you to recover your system from the Recovery backup image E C300 MTFDDAC256MAG aie En 238 474GB 238 374GB Unique Features e Smart Recovery 2 only supports NTFS file system EB e You need to select the destination partition in Settings the first time you use Smart Recovery 2 e The Backup Now button will be available only after you log in Windows for ten minutes e Select the Always run on next reboot checkbox to automatically enable Smart Recovery2 after system reboot Creating a backup Click the Settings button on the main menu In the Settings dialog box select the source partition and destination partition and click OK The initial backup will start after 10 minutes and regular backup will be performed hourly Note By default all partitions on the system drive are selected as the backup source The backup destination cannot be on the same partition as the back
68. e for this type is installed Bootup NumLock State Enables or disables Numlock feature on the numeric keypad of the keyboard after the POST Default On 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 gt gt Setup A password is only required for entering the BIOS Setup program gt gt 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 SATA Support gt All Sata Devices All SATA devices are functional in the operating system and during the POST Default gt gt Last Boot HDD Only Except for the previous boot drive all SATA devices are disabled before the OS boot process completes This item is configurable only when Fast Boot is set to Enabled or Ultra Fast VGA Support Allows you to select which type of operating system to boot gt Auto Enables legacy option ROM only gt gt EFI Driver Enables EFI option ROM Default This item is configurable only when Fast Boot is set to
69. e Run exe program ER Before installing the drivers first install the operating system The following instructions use 4 1 Chipset Drivers 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 arrow 2 icon to individually install the drivers you need ti GIGABYTE Xpress Install We recommend that you install the drivers and software listed below for your motherboard Please click Xpress Install to install all the drivers automatically Click the Q button on the right of an application to install it 8 when Xpress Install is installing the drivers Failure to do so may affect the driver installation e Some device drivers will restart your system automatically during the driver installation After the system restart Xpress Install will continue to install other drivers ER Please ignore the popup dialog box es e g the Found New Hardware Wizard displayed 83 Drivers Installation 4 2 Application Software This page displays the apps that GIGABYTE develops and some free software You can select the apps you want and click the Install J icon to begin the installation 6 Intel X99 Ver 1 0 B14 0715 1 os GIGABYTE Xpress Install Install Application Programs Click the 6a button on the right of an application to install it
70. e damage e 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 e 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 e 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 1 3 1 Installing the CPU A Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the CPU D LGA2011 3 CPU Socket Alignment Key Alignment Key Pin One Corner of the CPU Socket OO 00 FS oc omm Alignment Key Alignment Key LGA20
71. e power supply to the ATX4P connector to ensure system stability P Pin No Definition 1 vec 3 GND 4 12V 4 5 CPU_FAN SYS_FAN1 2 3 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 Pin No Definition 1 GND CPU_FAN 2 12V 3 Sense 4 Speed Control SYS_FAN1 2 3 Pin No Definition 1 C 1 2 Speed Control SYS_FAN1 SYS_FAN2 3 3 Sens 4 VCC e 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 25 Hardware Install
72. e screen click the ma m Start Ell icon to switch to the Start screen or press f _ ao the Windows button on the keyboard Click the os i EO icon on the bottom left corner of the screen to access the Apps screen Step 6 On this screen click Sound Recorder for audio recording 7 m gt J iy Enabling Stereo Mix lf the HD Audio Manager does not display the recording device you wish to use refer to the steps below The following steps explain how to enable Stereo Mix which may be needed when you want to record sound from your computer Step 1 Switch to Windows desktop mode Locate the 2 icon in the notification area and right click on this icon Select Recording Devices 115 Appendix Step 2 On the Recording tab right click on an empty space and select Show Disabled Devices Step 3 When the Stereo Mix item appears right click on this item and select Enable Then set it as the default device Step 4 Now you can access the HD Audio Manager to configure Stereo Mix and use Sound Recorder to record the sound 6 1 4 Using the Sound Recorder D Start Recording 0 00 00 A Recording Sound Playback Recording Sounds Communications Select a recording device below to modify its settings Microphone Realtek High Def o QD Defautt ome Line in 2 Realtek High Definition Audio Not plugged in ition Audio Show Disabled Devices Show Disconnected
73. ed Hot plug Enables or disable the hot plug capability for each SATA port Default Disabled sSATA Device Type Allows you to select the type of the device connected to the SATA port Default Hard Disk Drive PCH SATA Configuration SATA3 0 5 Connectors GIGABYTE UEFI DualBloS System BIOS Power M I T Information Features Peripherals Chipset Management Save amp Exit Back S T Mode English Q Flash PCH SATA Configuration SATA Control ler Enabled jure SAIA a LAHCLI SATA Port 0 ATAPI iHAS12 AT Software Preserve Unknown Configured as eSATA Hot Plug supported SATA Port 1 Hitachi HDS 21 50 Select Screen T1 Click Select Item Software Preserve Unknown Enter Dbl Click Select j Enabled PU PD Change Opt Disabled General Help Configured as eSATA Hot Plug supported Smart Tweak Mode SAT i pe Hard Disk I f Previous Values SATA Port 2 Not Installed Optimized Defaults Software Preserve Unknown Q Flash 0 System Information Disabled Save amp Exit Configured as eSATA Hot Plug supported Print Screen FAT16 32 Format Only ESC Right Click Exit lt SATA Controller Enables or disables the integrated SATA controllers that control the SATA3 0 5 connectors Default Enabled Configure SATA as Enables or disables RAID for the SATA controllers or configures the SATA controllers to AHCI mode gt IDE Configures the SATA controller to IDE mode gt gt RAID Enables RAID for the SATA co
74. ed Defaults Q Flash System Information Save amp Exit Print Screen FAT16 32 Format Only ESC Right Click Exit CPU Base Clock 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 PCle Clock Frequency Mote Allows you to manually set the host clock frequency which controls CPU PCle and memory frequencies in 0 01 MHz increments This item is configurable only when CPU Base Clock is set to Manual lt Processor Base Clock Gear Ratio t Allows you to configure the Processor Base Clock by multiplying the Host PCle Clock Frequency by several preset host clock multipliers This item is configurable only when CPU Base Clock is set to Manual lt Spread Spectrum Control te Enables or disables CPU PCle Spread Spectrum Default Auto This item is configurable only when CPU Base Clock is set to Manual Host Clock Value This value is determined by multiplying the Host PCle Clock Frequency value by the Processor Base Clock Gear Ratio value 9 9 CPU Upgrade te 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 Q
75. ed power saving mode Before using this app you need to turn on Bluetooth on both your computer and smart phone tablet device The AutoGreen Interface GIGABYTE Cloud Station Server AutoGreen t Disable Bluetooth Devices Tab The Bluetooth tab allows you to pair your smart phone tablet device with the Bluetooth receiver on your computer Press Refresh to let AutoGreen search for the Bluetooth devices around you From the displayed list select your smart phone tablet device and a message which says Tap to set up your will appear Click to confirm A message will appear on both your computer and smart phone tablet device prompting you to compare the passcodes on the two devices Confirm to complete the pairing process e Device Scan Time Set the length of time that AutoGreen will search for your smart phone tablet device ranging from 2 to 30 seconds e Rescan Times Set how many times AutoGreen will search for your smart phone tablet device if it does not detect it ranging from 2 to 10 times If the device is still not detected the system will enter the selected power saving mode Control Tab The Control tab allows you to select a system power saving mode Button Description Standby Enters Power on Suspend mode Suspend Enters Suspend to RAM mode Hibernate Enters Suspend to Disk mode Disable Disables this function User Account Tab On the User Account tab you can enter your Windows user acc
76. el Audio Pin No Definition Pin No Definition 1 MIC2_L 1 MIC 2 GND 2 GND 3 MIC2_R 3 MIC Power 4 ACZ_DET 4 NC 5 LINE2_R 5 Line Out R 6 GND 6 NC 7 FAUDIO_JD 7 NC 8 No Pin 8 No Pin 9 LINE2_L 9 Line Out L 10 GND 10 NC The front panel audio header supports HD audio by default If your chassis provides an AC 97 front panel audio module refer to the instructions on how to activate AC 97 functionality via the audio software in Chapter 6 Configuring 2 4 5 1 7 1 Channel Audio 16 SPDIF_O S PDIF Out Header This header supports digital S PDIF Out and connects a S PDIF digital audio cable provided by expansion cards for digital audio output from your motherboard to certain expansion cards like graphics cards and sound cards For example some graphics cards may require you to use a S PDIF digital audio cable for digital audio output from your motherboard to your graphics card if you wish to connect an HDMI display to the graphics card and have digital audio output from the HDMI display at the same time For information about connecting the S PDIF digital audio cable carefully read the manual for your expansion card Hardware Installation 32 Pin No
77. elect Screen 1T Click Select Item Enter Dbl Click Select PU PD Change Opt General Help Smart Tweak Mode Previous Values Optimized Defaults Q Flash System Information Save amp Exit Print Screen FAT16 32 Format Only ESC Right Click Exit Save amp Exit Setup Press lt Enter gt on this item and select Yes This saves the changes to the CMOS and exits the BIOS Setup program Select No or press lt Esc gt to return to the BIOS Setup Main Menu Exit Without Saving Press lt Enter gt 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 lt Esc gt to return to the BIOS Setup Main Menu Load Optimized Defaults Press lt Enter gt 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 lt Enter gt on the device you select and select Yes to confirm Your system will restart automatically and boot from that device Save Profiles This function allows you to save the current BIOS settings to a profile You can create up to 8 profiles and save as Setup Profile 1 Setup Profile 8 Press lt Enter gt to complete Or you can select Select File in HDD USB FDD to save the profile to y
78. elp Nane Volume RAIDO Str ipe Strip Size Strip Size Capacity MB te Volume Select Screen 1T Click Select Item Enter Dbl Click Select PU PD Change Opt Fi General Help F2 Smart Tweak Mode F5 Previous Values F Optimized Defaults F8 Q Flash F9 System Information F10 Save amp Exit F12 Print Screen FAT16 32 Format Only ESC Right Click Exit Figure 5 Configuring SATA Hard Drive s 70 Step 5 After setting the capacity move to Create Volume and press lt Enter gt to begin Figure 6 GIGABYTE UEFI DuaIBIOS System BIOS Pouer M I T Information Features Peripherals Chipset Management Save amp Exit Back S T Mode English Q Flash Create RAID Volume Create a volume with the settings specified above Vo lune RAIDO Str ipe Select Disks TA 0 0 Hiti gt Create Volume Select Screen 1t Click Select Item Enter Dbl Click Select PU PD Change Opt Fi General Help F2 Smart Tweak Mode F5 Previous Values F Optimized Defaults F8 Q Flash F9 System Information F10 Save amp Exit F12 Print Screen FAT16 32 Format Only ESC Right Click Exit Figure 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 lt Enter gt on the volume to check for information on RAID level stripe block size array name and a
79. et to Profile1 or Profile2 the value is displayed according to the SPD data on the XMP memory Note This item is present only when you install a CPU and a memory module that support this feature BIOS Setup 46 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 gt Channel A B C D Memory Sub Timings GIGABYTE UEFI DualBIOS System BIOS hs Information Features Peripherals Back Memory Timing Mode Auto Channel A Standard Timing Control Chamel A Advanced Timing Control This sub menu provides memory timing settings for each channel of memory This sub menu provides memory Power Chipset Management Save amp Exit S T Mode English Q Flash Select Screen T Click Select Item Enter Dbl Click Select PU PD Change Opt Fi General Help Smart Tweak Mode Previous Values Optimized Defaults Q Flash System Information F10 Save amp Exit F12 Print Screen FAT16 32 Format Only ESC Right Click Exit
80. et 1 Connector You can insert an M 2 Wi Fi module into this connector oo joo Step 1 Step 2 Use a screw driver to unfasten the screw from Slide the M 2 Wi Fi module into the connector at the motherboard an oblique angle Step 3 Step 4 Press the M 2 Wi Fi module down and then secure The installation is completed as shown in the it with the screw picture above Hardware Installation 30 14 F_PANEL Front Panel Header Connect the power switch reset switch speaker chassis intrusion switch sensor and system status indicator on the chassis to this header according to the pin assignments below Note the positive and negative pins before connecting the cables Switch ra Lu 2 2 y TaT lt g 1 s a ai g 0 A oN wa PWR_LED PWR_LED an Lu l oc oO pene ewe Chassis Intrusion Header e PLED PWR_LED Power LED Yellow Purple System Statu
81. ete 3 Save the Current BIOS File Click Save to File to save the current BIOS file 4 at the Boot up Logo Click Upload new image in Face Wizard and you will be able to change the boot up logo with your own picture creating a personalized boot up screen Click Backup current image to save the currently used boot up logo EB Supported image formats include jpg bmp and gif C After Updating the BIOS Restart your system after updating the BIOS e Make sure that the BIOS file to be flashed matches your motherboard model Updating the BIOS with an incorrect BIOS file could cause your system not to boot Do not turn off the system or remove the power during the BIOS update process or the BIOS may corrupt and the system may not boot Unique Features 88 5 1 3 Using Q Flash Plus A Before You Begin 1 From GIGABYTE s website download the latest compressed BIOS update file that matches your motherboard model 2 Uncompress the downloaded BIOS file save it to your USB flash drive and rename it to GIGABYTE bin Note The USB flash drive must use FAT32 16 12 file system 3 Insert the USB flash drive into the white USB port on the back panel B Using Q Flash Plus If both the main and backup BIOS fail during system boot wait for 15 20 seconds the system will automatically search and match the BIOS file in the USB flash drive on the white USB port The FBIOS_LED will flash when the BIOS matching and flashing ac
82. gers on the top edge of the memory push down on the memory and insert it vertically into the memory socket 10408864 7 A pa f4 z r T a c a gt pP naa A a Step 2 The clip at the right end of the socket will snap into place when the memory module is securely inserted de 7 Jg iL fg as oo 7 MO 17 Hardware Installation 1 5 Installing an Expansion Card e Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card Carefully read the manual that came with your expansion card e Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing an expansion card to prevent hardware damage t Read the following guidelines before you begin to install an expansion card PCI Express x16 Slot PCI Express x1 Slot imam Follow the steps below to correctly install your expansion card in the expansion slot Locate an expansion slot that supports your card Remove the metal slot cover from the chassis back panel Align the card with the slot and press down on the card until it is fully seated in the slot Make sure the metal contacts on the card are completely inserted into the slot Secure the card s metal bracket to the chassis back panel with a screw After installing all expansion cards replace the chassis cover s Turn on your computer If necessary g
83. he fan speed This item is configurable only when 2nd System Fan Speed Control is set to Manual Options are 0 75 PWM value C 2 50 PWM value C 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 gt gt Normal Allows the fan to run at different speeds according to the system temperature You can adjust the fan speed with System Information Viewer based on your system requirements Default gt gt Silent Allows the fan to run at slow speeds gt gt Manual Allows you to control the fan speed under the Fan Speed Percentage item gt gt 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 C 2 50 PWM value C BIOS Setup 52 gt Miscellaneous Settings GIGABYTE UEF DualBlOoS System BIOS A Information Features Peripherals Back PCIe Slot Configuration Auto PCle Slot Configuration Power Chipset Management Save amp Exit S T Mode English Q Flash Select Screen t Click Select Item Enter Dbl Click Select PU PD Change Opt Fi General Help F2 Smart Tweak Mode F5 Previous Values F Optimized Defaults F8 Q Flash F9 System Information F10 Save amp Exit F12 Print Screen FAT16 32 Format Only ESC
84. in GIGABYTE BIOS 1 In Windows close all applications and TSR Terminate and Stay Resident programs This helps prevent unexpected failures when performing a BIOS update 2 Ifthe BIOS is being updated via the Internet ensure the Internet connection is stable and do NOT remie Current BIOS version BIOS Vendor interrupt the Internet connection for example avoid a power loss or switching off the Internet Failure to do so may result in a corrupted BIOS or a system that is unable to start 3 GIGABYTE product warranty does not cover any BIOS damage or system failure resulting from an inadequate BIOS flashing Flash Memory Type Flash Memory Size B Using BIOS 1 Update the BIOS Using the Internet Update Function Click Update from Server select the BIOS server site closest to your location and then download the BIOS file that matches your motherboard model Follow the on screen instructions to complete If the BIOS update file for your motherboard is not present on the BIOS server site please manually download the BIOS update file from GIGABYTE s website and follow the instructions in Update the BIOS without Using the Internet Update Function below S 2 Mpole the BIOS without Using the Internet Update Function Click Update from File then select the location where you save the BIOS update file obtained 4 from the Internet or through other source Follow the on screen instructions to compl
85. ion error or operating system issue you will need to remove acceleration or manually enable synchronization Maximized mode only using this option in the RAID ROM utility Steps Select Acceleration Options in MAIN MENU and press lt Enter gt To remove the acceleration select the accelerated drive volume press lt R gt and press lt Y gt to confirm To synchronize data from the cache device to the accelerated drive volume press lt S gt and press lt Y gt to confirm 13 26 ACCELERATION OPTIONS Capacit Status DISK PORT 3 Non RAID Disk 465 7GB Enhanced HELP Press s to synchronize data from the cache device to the Accelerated Disk Volume Press r to remove the Disk Volume Acceleration IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT YOU PERFORM A SYNCHRONIZATION BEFORE REMOVING ACCELERATION Figure 20 Configuring SATA Hard Drive s 78 3 2 Installing the SATA RAID AHCI Driver and Operating System With the correct BIOS settings you are ready to install Windows 8 1 8 7 A Installing Windows As some operating systems 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 performance and compatibility If the operating system to be installed requires that you provide additiona
86. ket Part No 12CF1 3SATPW 4 R O 3 5 Front Panel with 2 USB 3 0 2 0 ports Part No 12CR1 FPX582 2 R GA X99 UD4 Motherboard Layout EEEE ATX_12V_2x4 DDR4 3 1B DDR4_2_2A R_USB a FBIOS_LED R_USB30 nesas D720210 USB30_LAN Re uP E qanuna4 oan X99 UD4 CPU_FAN SYS_ FAN CPU_OPT ASS tem yl PCIE PCIE_5 Intel GbE LAN Err PCIE_4 LED_CON1 a a K a DDR4_7_1D DDR4_6_2C DDR4_5_1C DDR4_8_2D 2 1 51410 SATA 3 Tn as exeress gy i Intel X99 E paa BIBIOS EJ LED_CON2 o l m THB C M BIOS Super I O ie 00 F A anap i J axe SES a SEER System Temperature SYS_FAN2 TPM SYS FAN3 F_USB1 F_USB2 F _USB30 F_PANEL System Temperature Sensor 2 Sensor 1 GA X99 UD4 Motherboard Block Diagram 1 PCI Express x16 2 PC Express x8 CPU CLK 100 MHz art DDR4 2133 1866 1600 1333 MHz ill 4 Channel Memory 1 PCI 1 PCI PCI Express x16 Express x8 PCle CLK 100 MHZ am PCI Express Bus _ SATA Express 2 SATA 6Gb s LAN 4 SATA6GbIs 3 PCI Express x1 I 4 SATA 6Gb s Intel GbE es LAN Renesas _ x1 x1 fxt x1 uPD720210 Hub Intele X99 4 USB 3 0 2 0 PCI Express Bus PCle CLK ee 4 USB 3 0 2 0 100 MHz _ ft 8 USB 2 0 1 1 CODEC Dual BIOS 333 2535 38 LPC Bus iTE 2 E m Super I O Lo 5 ao PS 2 KB Mouse O O D Ww WwW Center Subwoofer Speaker Out FB For detailed product inf
87. l SATA RAID AHCI driver during the OS installation process please refer to the steps below Step 1 Copy the IRST folder under BootDrv in the driver disk to your USB thumb drive Step 2 Boot from the Windows setup disk and perform standard OS installation steps When the screen requesting you to load the driver appears select Browse Step 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 Step 4 When a screen as shown in Figure 1 appears select Intel R Desktop Workstation Server Express Chipset SATA RAID Controller and click Next to load the driver and continue the OS installation IV Hide drivers that aren t compatible with this computer s hardware Browse 79 Configuring SATA Hard Drive s B Rebuilding an Array Rebuilding is the process of restoring data to a hard drive from other drives in the array Rebuilding applies only to fault tolerant arrays such as RAID 1 RAID 5 or RAID 10 arrays The procedures below assume a new drive is added to replace a failed drive to rebuild a RAID 1 array Note The new drive must have equal or greater capacity than the old one Turn off your computer and replace the failed hard drive with a new one Restart your computer e Enabling Automatic Rebuild Step 1 When the message Press lt Ctrl I gt to enter Configuration Utility appears pres
88. l item and press lt Enter gt Figure 16 CREATE VOLUME MENU Name Volume0 RAID Level Disks Select Disks Strip Size N A Capacity 465 7 GB Sync Continuous Create Volume HELP Recovery Copies data between a master and a recovery disk TAB Next ESC Previous Menu ENTER Select Figure 16 Configuring SATA Hard Drive s 76 Step 3 Press lt Enter gt under the Select Disks item In the SELECT DISKS box press lt Tab gt on the hard drive you want to use for the master drive and press lt Space gt on the hard drive you want to use for the recovery drive Make sure the recovery drive has equal or larger capacity than the master drive Then press lt Enter gt to confirm Figure 17 DM 13 1 0 2126 CREATE VOLUME MENU Name Volume0 RAID Level Recovery SELECT DISKS T4 Change TAB Next ESC Previous Menu ENTER Select Figure 17 Step 4 Under Sync select Continuous or On Request Figure 18 When set to Continuous changes made to the data on the master drive will be automatically and continuously copied to the recovery drive when both hard drives are installed in the system On Request allows users to update data from the master drive to the recovery drive manually using the Intel Rapid Storage Technology utility in the operating system On Request also allows users to restore the master drive to a previous state Senn INTELL CREATE VOLUME MENU
89. lash Because BIOS flashing is potentially risky please do it with caution Inadequate BIOS flashing may result in system malfunction 85 Unique Features B Updating the BIOS In the main menu of Q Flash use the keyboard or mouse to select an item to execute When updating the BIOS choose the location where the BIOS file is saved The following procedure assumes that you save the BIOS file to a USB flash drive Step 1 1 Insert the USB flash drive containing the BIOS file into the computer In the main menu of Q Flash select Update BIOS From Drive e The Save BIOS to Drive option allows you to save the current BIOS file e Q Flash only supports USB flash drive or hard drives using FAT32 16 12 file system e If the BIOS update file is saved to a hard drive in RAID AHCI mode or a hard drive attached to an independent SATA controller use the lt End gt key during the POST to access Q Flash 2 Select USB Flash Drive Q Flash Model Name X99 UD4 BIOS Version F1 139 OSs DENIA PAU Ce Update BIOS From Drive Please select drvice USB Flash Drive Close 3 Select the BIOS update file A Make sure the BIOS update file matches your motherboard model Step 2 The process of the system reading the BIOS file from the USB flash drive is displayed on the screen Depending on the BIOS update file there will be Quick Update and or Normal Update for you to select The update will begin after you make the selection The m
90. led on the wireless devices Then browse to the network configuration screen search for available Wi Fi networks and tap the name of your virtual wireless access point enter the password and confirm 109 Unique Features Unique Features 110 Chapter6 Appendix 6 1 Configuring Audio Input and Output 6 1 1 Configuring 2 4 5 1 7 1 Channel Audio The motherboard provides five audio jacks on the back The integrated HD High Definition audio provides jack retasking capability that allows the user to change the function for each jack through the audio driver Supported functions for each jack may vary based on hardware specification panel which support 2 4 5 1 7 1 channel Noe audio Xi a The picture to the right shows the default audio jack cni A O 0 assignments oj fe aoe wi g g u a O Rear Speaker Out Front Speaker OU 1D In Lg amp D jack for microphone functionality e To configure 4 5 1 7 1 channel audio you have to retask one of the audio jacks to be Side speaker out through the audio driver e Audio signals will be present on both of the front and back panel audio connections simultaneously If you want to mute the back panel audio only supported when using an HD front panel audio module refer to instructions on the next page High Definition Audio HD Audio HD Audio includes multiple high quality digital t
91. lt values Refer to the Load Optimized Defaults section in this chapter or introductions of the battery clear CMOS jumper in Chapter 1 for how to clear the CMOS values 37 BIOS Setup 2 1 Startup Screen The following startup Logo screen will appear when the computer boots GIGABYTE Function Keys Function Keys lt DEL gt BIOS SETUP Q FLASH Press the lt Delete gt key to enter BIOS Setup or to access the Q Flash utility in BIOS Setup lt F9 gt SYSTEM INFORMATION Press the lt F9 gt key to display your system information lt F12 gt BOOT MENU Boot Menu allows you to set the first boot device without entering BIOS Setup In Boot Menu use the up arrow key lt 1 gt or the down arrow key lt 4 gt to select the first boot device then press lt Enter gt to accept The system will boot from the device immediately Note The setting in Boot Menu is effective for one time only After system restart the device boot order will still be based on BIOS Setup settings lt END gt Q FLASH Press the lt End gt key to access the Q Flash utility directly without having to enter BIOS Setup first BIOS Setup 38 2 2 The Main Menu A Startup Guide Default The Startup Guide screen simplifies conventional complicated BIOS setup menus and presents only the most frequently used options in the easy to use interface It helps first time users to perform basic system setups more quickly and easily GIGABYTE Startup G
92. ntroller gt gt 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 SATA Mode options This sub menu provides SATA related configuration options SATA 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 61 BIOS Setup SATA Device Type Allows you to select the type of the device connected to the SATA port Default Hard Disk Drive XHCI Mode Allows you to determine the operating mode for the xHCI controller in OS gt gt Smart Auto This mode is available only when the BIOS supports the xHCI controller in the pre boot environment 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 boot routs ports to EHCI Note This is the recommended mode when BIOS has xHCI pre boot support Default gt gt Auto BIOS routes the sharable ports to EHCI controller Then it uses ACPI protocols to provide an option to enable the xHCI controller and reroute the sharable po
93. o analog converters DACs and features multistreaming capabilities that allow multiple audio streams in and out to be simultaneously processed For example users can listen to MP3 music have an Internet chat make a telephone call over the Internet and etc all at the same time ER To install a microphone connect your microphone to the Mic in jack and manually configure the A Configuring Speakers The following instructions use Windows 8 1 as the example operating system Step 1 After installing the audio driver restart your computer Then switch to Windows desktop mode The HD Audio Manager icon will appear in the notification area Double click the icon to access the HD Audio Manager Note 2 4 5 1 7 1 Channel Audio Configurations Refer to the following for multi channel speaker configurations e 2 channel audio Headphone or Line out e 4 channel audio Front speaker out and Rear speaker out e 5 1 channel audio Front speaker out Rear speaker out and Center Subwoofer speaker out e 7 1 channel audio Front speaker out Rear speaker out Center Subwoofer speaker out and Side speaker out 111 Appendix Step 2 li p Realtek HD Audio Manager Connect an audio device to an audio jack The The current connected device is dialog box appears Select the device according to the type of device you connect Then click OK GIGABYTE Step 3 On the Speakers screen click the Speaker Configuration GIGABYT
94. o to BIOS Setup to make any required BIOS changes for your expansion card s 7 Install the driver provided with the expansion card in your operating system OoF WN Example Installing and Removing a PCI Express Graphics Card se e Installing a Graphics Card Gently push down on the top edge of the card until it is fully inserted into the PCI Express slot Make sure the card is securely seated in the slot and does not rock j Removing the Card Gently push back on the lever on the slot and then lift the card straight out from the slot Hardware Installation 18 1 6 Setting up AMD CrossFire NVIDIA SLI Configuration A System Requirements Windows 8 1 8 7 operating system ACrossFire SLI supported motherboard with two or more PCI Express x16 slots and correct driver CrossFire SLI ready graphics cards of identical brand and chip and correct driver Current GPUs that support 3 Way 4 Way CrossFire technology include the ATI Radeon HD 3800 HD 4800 HD 5800 series and AMD Radeon HD 6800 HD 6900 HD 7800 and HD 7900 series Current GPUs that support 3 Way 4 Way SLI technology include the NVIDIA 8800 GTX 8800 Ultra 9800 GTX GTX 260 GTX 280 GTX 470 GTX 480 GTX 570 GTX 580 GTX 590 and GTX 600 series For the latest GPU support information please refer to the AMD NVIDIA website N 9 CrossFire 3 SLI bridge connectors Apower supply with sufficient power is recommended Refer to the man
95. on on your computer Unique Features 106 Remote OC Remote OC provides you with remote control options including overclocking and system tweaking system monitoring plus the ability to also remotely power down reset the PC when needed The Remote OC Interface Using Remote OC Step 1 GIGABYTE Cloud Station Server Remote OC Launch Remote OC on your computer and enable Remote OC Function To automatically enable this function after system reboot enable Always run on next reboot Step 2 Run GIGABYTE Cloud Station on your smart phone tablet device sign in with the same account you use for HomeCloud on your computer Tap on Remote OC to perform the following functions On the Smart Phone Tablet Device Option Function Tuner Allows you to change CPU memory frequency and voltage settings INFO Displays the system information including the CPU motherboard and memory HW MONIT Allows you to monitor system temperatures voltages and fan speeds QUICK BOOST Provides you with three preset overclocking configurations CONTROL Allows you to remotely reboot or shut down your computer 107 Unique Features AutoGreen AutoGreen is an easy to use tool that provides users with simple options to enable system power savings via a Bluetooth enabled smart phone tablet device When the device is out of the range of the computer s Bluetooth receiver the system will enter the specifi
96. onitor will display the update process Do not turn off or restart the system when the system is reading updating the BIOS e Do not remove the USB flash drive or hard drive when the system is updating the BIOS Step 3 The system will restart after the update process is complete Unique Features 86 Step 4 During the POST press lt Delete gt to enter BIOS Setup Select Load Optimized Defaults on the Save amp Exit screen and press lt Enter gt to load BIOS defaults System will re detect all peripheral devices after a BIOS update SO we recommend that you reload BIOS defaults GIGABYTE UEFI DualBIOS System BIOS Power N I T Information Features Peripherals Chipset Management Save amp Exit S T Mode English Q Flash Load Optimized Defaults Boot Override m Load Optimized Defaults 3 H Load Optimized Defaults Yes No 4 Select Screen 14 Click Select Item Enter Dbl Click Select PU PD Change Opt General Help Smart Tweak Mode Previous Values Optimized Defaults Q Flash System Information Save amp Exit Print Screen FAT16 32 Format Only ESC Right Click Exit Select Yes to load BIOS defaults Step 5 Select Save amp Exit Setup and press lt Enter gt And then select Yes to save settings to CMOS and exit BIOS Setup The procedure is complete after the system restarts 87 Unique Features 5 1 2 Updating the BIOS with the BIOS Utility A Before You Beg
97. ormation limitation s refer to 1 2 Product Specifications 7 eo 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 po
98. ount password and confirm Later when you awaken your system from Suspend Hibernate mode you can enter Windows directly without entering the user account password Note Once your smart phone tablet device has been paired with your AutoGreen enabled computer you ll not be able to use it to connect to other Bluetooth device s Unique Features 108 HotSpot HotSpot turns your computer into a virtual wireless access point and allows you to share your connection with your other wireless devices Make sure your computer has been connected to a network and Wi Fi is enabled The HotSpot Interface GIGABYTE Cloud Station Server HotSpot Using HotSpot Configuring your computer The options are as follows Make sure to click Start to complete e Shared Connection Select a currently running network connection you want to share e HOTSPOT Connection Select a network virtual adapter If there are more than one Wi Fi card on your computer you need to select the one you want to use from the list e HotSpot SSID The hotspot SSID name You can keep the default name or create your own one e HotSpot Password The password is required when other wireless devices want to access the Internet through the virtual wireless access point You can keep the default name or create your own one The password must have at least 8 characters and cannot be empty Sharing your connection with other wireless devices First make sure Wi Fi is enab
99. our 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 lt Enter gt to complete You can select Select File 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 65 BIOS Setup BIOS Setup 66 Chapter 3 Configuring SATA Hard Drive s RAID Levels RAID 0 RAID 1 RAID 5 RAID 10 Minimum Number of Hard 22 2 23 24 Drives Array Capacity Number of hard Size of the smallest Number of hard Number of hard drives Size ofthe drive drives 1 Size of drives 2 Size of the smallest drive the smallest drive smallest drive Fault Tolerance No Yes Yes Yes To configure SATA hard drive s follow the steps below A Install SATA hard drive s in your computer B Configure SATA controller mode in BIOS Setup C Configure a RAID array in RAID BIOS D Install the SATA RAID AHCI driver and operating system Before you begin please prepare the following items e Atleast two SATA hard
100. ower Management Use this menu to configure all the power saving functions Save amp Exit Save all the changes made in the BIOS Setup program to the CMOS and exit BIOS Setup You can save the current BIOS settings to a profile or load optimized defaults for optimal performance system operations 41 BIOS Setup 2 3 MILT GIGABYTE UEFI DualBloS f System BIOS Pouer hs i Information Features Peripherals Chipset Management Save amp Exit S T Mode English Q Flash gt M I T Current Status show information about M I T status sett ings BIOS Version Fi BCLK 100 01MHz CPU Frequency 3604 20MHz Memory Frequency 2133 74NHz Select Screen 1T Click Select Item Total Memory Size 4096MB Enter Dbl Click Select PU PD Change Opt CPU Temperature 28 0 C F1 General Help F2 Smart Tweak Mode Ucore 1 036U F5 Previous Values F Optimized Defaults F8 Q Flash F9 System Information F10 Save amp Exit F12 Print Screen FAT16 32 Format Only ESC Right Click Exit 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
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102. power on by keyboard and wake on LAN 63 BIOS Setup Soft Off by PWR BTTN Configures the way to turn off the computer in MS DOS mode using the power button gt gt Instant Off Press the power button and then the system will be turned off instantly Default gt gt 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 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 this setting 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 gt gt Wake up day Turn on the system at a specific time on each day or on a specific day in a month gt gt 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 BIOS Setup 64 2 9 Save amp Exit GIGABYTE UEFI DualBlOoS System BIOS Pouer M I T Information Features Peripherals Chipset Management Save amp Exit S T Mode English Q Flash Save amp Exit Setup Boot Override S
103. r disk in Manage Volume The Status item on the left of the screen displays the rebuild progress disk Then launch the Intel Rapid Storage Technology utility from the desktop 81 An array disk has failed and you need to rebuild the volume to maintain redundancy and keep your data protected Select the disk you want to rebuild the volume to SATA disk on Controller 0 Port 2 466 GB WARNING Completing this action will permanently delete existing data on the selected disk Back up data before finuing You can continue using other applications during this time Step 2 Select a new drive to rebuild the RAID and click Rebuild Storage System View SATA seem 000 OP un OP ua ag Aeron Ch eem ma Step 3 After the RAID 1 volume rebuilding the Status will display as Normal Configuring SATA Hard Drive s e Restoring the Master Drive to a Previous State for Recovery Volume only When two hard drives are set to Recovery Volume in Update on Request mode you can restore the master drive data to the last backup state when needed For example in case the master drive detects a virus you can restore the recovery drive data to the master drive Step 1 Select 4 Recovery Volume Options in the MAIN MENU of the Intel RAID Configuration Utility On the RECOVERY VOLUMES OPTIONS menu select Enable Only Recovery Disk to show the recovery drive in the operating system Follow the on screen
104. r the CPU VRIN voltage gt Auto Lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting Default gt Standard Extreme Selects Standard Low Medium High Turbo or Extreme which represents different level of over current protection for the CPU VRIN voltage DDR CH A B Current Protection Allows you to set the over current protection level for Channel A and Channel B memory voltage b gt Auto Lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting Default gt Standard Extreme Selects Standard Low Medium High Turbo or Extreme which represents different level of over current protection for the memory voltage DDR CH C D Current Protection Allows you to set the over current protection level for Channel C and Channel D memory voltage gt gt Auto Lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting Default gt Standard Extreme Selects Standard Low Medium High Turbo or Extreme which represents different level of over current protection for the memory voltage lt CPU VRIN PWM Thermal Protection Allows you to set the PWM thermal protection threshold for the CPU VRIN The adjustable range is from 120 C 130 C Default Auto lt CPU VRIN PWM Switch Rate Allows you to set the CPU VRIN PWM frequency The adjustable range is from 400 0KHz to 600 0KHz Default Auto DDR CH A B PWM Switch Rate Allows you to set the PWM frequency for Channel A and Channel B memory The adjustable range is from 300 0KHz to 500 0KHz Def
105. r to the manual that came with your graphics cards for more information about enabling CrossFire SLI technology EQ e Procedure and driver screen for enabling CrossFire SLI technology may differ by graphics cards and driver When two or more graphics cards are installed we recommend that you connect the power cable from the power supply to the ATX4P connector to ensure system stability 19 Hardware Installation C Configuring the Graphics Card Driver C 1 To Enable CrossFire Function After installing the graphics card driver in the operating system go to the AMD Catalyst Control Center Browse to Performance AMD CrossFireX and ensure the Enable AMD CrossFireX check box is selected If your system has more than two CrossFire cards select the GPU combination you want to use and click Apply Available combination options are dependent on the number of graphics cards C 2 To Enable SLI Function After installing the graphics card driver in the operating system go to the NVIDIA Control Panel Browse to the Configure SLI Surround Physx screen and ensure Maximize 3D performance is enabled Hardware Installation 20 AMDA AMD Catalyst Control Center 1 7 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 USB 2 0 1 1 Port The USB port supports the USB 2 0 1 1 specification
106. rate button and the fan speed will be shown in relation to overall fan workload after calibration The Reset button can revert the fan settings back to the last saved values The System Alerts tab allows you to monitor hardware temperature voltage and fan speed and set temperature fan speed alarm The Record tab allows you to record changes in system voltages temperatures and fan speeds Please note the recording will stop if you exit the Record tab during the recording process 8 Unique Features The speed control function requires the use of a fan with fan speed control design 209 5 2 3 EZ Setup The GIGABYTE EZ Setup utility includes the following EZ setups applications that will offer greatly simplified install and configuration procedures Disk Mode Switch EZ Smart Response and XHD Disk Mode Switch Disk Mode Switch allows you to switch the operating mode for your hard drive even after it s been installed with an operating system Supported operating modes include IDE AHCI and RAID You can select a disk mode and restart your computer after the selection e Native UEFI mode is not supported e Be sure to reinstall the Intel Rapid Storage Technology utility after you switch the disk mode GIGABYTE EZ Setup Disk Mode Switch 93 Unique Features EZ Smart Response A System Requirements 1 An Intel Chipset based motherboard supporting this feature 2 Intel Core series proce
107. rboard BIOS drivers or when looking for technical information Example Table of Contents BOX OMS NS serani caceteatanedestcucecta Goecs EE E E al vasvtedeacedecb eset 6 Goer INNING ecto E EE E A EPA E E TE E E O 6 GA X99 UD4 Motherboard Layout s ssssssnsnnnsesnsrsrssnsnsrsrsrnnnnrsrsnsrnnnnnnrnnnnnnnnnnnsnnrnnens T GA X99 UD4 Motherboard Block DiaQram ccccccsessscssessseesssescsstecsseerseeesesneeasen 8 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation ccccccsccsssssecsssecsscsssecsecessessssessesssseseesssessssessesas 9 1 1 Installation PreCautions csssscscssssssssesessssserssessersesssersessesstessessesssenseren 9 F2 Product SDECIICAUONS ssena e aAa 10 1 3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler cccsssssesssessesssssessssssersessseesesaeen 13 3 A WASTING the CPU sirsiran badapeaanashecddeineaeaeelaialn 13 1 3 2 Installing the CPU Cooler w scsiscccssxssevcatssesnssncaescceeevedanevsnavsid eoemivsverssessbvmensnecaies 15 1 4 Installing the Memory cccccsccsssssscsssssssssessssseerceessesesseseesaeseseesansesersensases 16 1 4 1 4 Channel Memory Configuration cccccsssscessssssssssssessscsssessssseeeessssessisseteesens 16 TAZ Installing a Memory arg svcartnsssardesaci tssuschetensthurawitcranunatarcises natal enbtuisiohoneirmmetulapns 17 1 5 Installing an Expansion Card c ccccsssssscssscsssssssssesseesessesseseseeseseeesseesans 18 1 6 Setting up AMD CrossFire NVIDIA SLI
108. ripherals Chipset Management Save amp Exit S T Mode English Q Flash Security Option System Set User Pa Full Screen LOGO Show Select Screen 1 Click Select Item Enter Dbl Click Select PU PD Change Opt Disabled Fi General Help LOTEI F2 Smart Tweak Mode F5 Previous Values F Optimized Defaults F8 Q Flash User Password F9 System Information F10 Save amp Exit F12 Print Screen FAT16 32 Format Only ESC Right Click Exit System Mode State Setup Secure Boot State Disabled 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 select the optical drive that contains the Windows 7 64 bit installation disk and is prefixed with UEFI string 55 BIOS Setup 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 lt Enter gt 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 devic
109. rray capacity etc Figure 7 GIGABYTE UEFI DualBloS System BIOS Power M I T Information Features Peripherals Chipset Management Save amp Exit Back S T Mode English Q Flash RAID VOLUME INFO Volume Actions gt Delete Nane Volumet RAID Level RAIDO Stripe Strip Size 16KB Size 931 5GB Status Norma 1 Bootable Yes Select Screen 1T Click Select Item Enter Dbl Click Select PU PD Change Opt Fi General Help F2 Smart Tweak Mode F5 Previous Values F Optimized Defaults F8 Q Flash F9 System Information F10 Save amp Exit F12 Print Screen FAT16 32 Format Only ESC Right Click Exit Figure 7 71 Configuring SATA Hard Drive s Delete RAID Volume To delete a RAID array press lt Enter gt on the volume to be deleted on the Intel R Rapid Storage Technology screen After entering the RAID VOLUME INFO screen press lt Enter gt on Delete to enter the Delete screen Press lt Enter gt on Yes Figure 8 GIGABYTE UEF DualBloS System BIOS Pouer HELT Information Features Peripherals Chipset Management Save amp Exit Back S T Mode English Q Flash Delete leting a volume will reset the disks Delete the RAID volume ALL DATA ON VOLUME WILL BE LOST gt Yes Select Screen T Click Select Item Enter Dbl Click Select PU PD Change Opt Fi General Help Smart Tweak Mode Previous Values Optimized Defaults Q Flash System Information
110. rts Note This is the recommended mode when BIOS does NOT have xHCl pre boot support gt gt 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 route the sharable ports to the EHCI controller and then prior to OS boot it should route the ports to xHCI controller Note OS has to provide support for the xHCI controller in this mode If the OS does not provide support all sharable ports won t work gt gt 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 gt gt Manual Allows you to determine whether to rout the USB 3 0 ports to the xHCI or EHCI controller before booting to OS and also provides you with options to manually rout each USB 3 0 2 0 port to xHCI or EHCI Audio Controller Enables or disables the onboard audio function Default Auto lt PCH DMI ASPM Allows you to configure the ASPM mode for Chipset DMI link Default Enabled PCH Internal LAN Enables or disables the Intel GbE 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 to Disabled lt Wake on LAN Enables or disables the wake on LAN function Default Enabled Intel VT for Directed I O VT
111. s LED Connects to the power status indicator on the chassis front panel The LED s0 On is on when the system is operating The LED is off when the system is in S3 3 S4 S5 of S4 sleep state or powered off S5 e PW Power Switch Red Connects to the power switch on the chassis front panel You may configure the way to turn off your system using the power switch refer to Chapter 2 BIOS Setup Power Management for more information e SPEAK Speaker Orange Connects to the speaker on the chassis front panel The system reports system startup status by issuing a beep code One single short beep will be heard if no problem is detected at system startup e HD Hard Drive Activity LED Blue Connects to the hard drive activity LED on the chassis front panel The LED is on when the hard drive is reading or writing data e RES Reset Switch Green Connects to the reset switch on the chassis front panel Press the reset switch to restart the computer if the computer freezes and fails to perform a normal restart e Cl Chassis Intrusion Header Gray Connects to the chassis intrusion switch sensor on the chassis that can detect if the chassis cover has been removed This function requires a chassis with a chassis intrusion switch sensor 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
112. s lt Ctrl gt lt I gt to enter the RAID Configuration Utility The following screen appears after you enter the RAID Configuration Utility INE Uption DJ A l SWRA WXo iit Puy INU IVI i Joku 1 y MAIN MENU DEGRADED VOLUME DETECTED able for rebuilding detected Selecting Hitachi HDS72105 JP1532FR3BWV7K 465 7GB Hitachi HDS72105 JP1532FR3ABMPK 465 7GB Step 2 Select the new hard drive to add into the array to be rebuilt and press lt Enter gt The following screen appears indicating that an automatic rebuild will be performed after you enter the operating system If you do not enable automatic rebuild on this stage you have to manually rebuild the array in the operating system see the next page for more details VCNINDIDNIOM 1 Create RAID Volume 4 Recovery Volume Options 2 Delete RAID Volume 5 Acceleration Options 3 Reset Disks to Non RAID 6 Exit DISK VOLUME INFORMATION RAID Volumes JID AEG Level Strip Size Bootable 0 Volume0 OAV EDI Mirror N A 465 7GB Yes Physical Devices JID Devices Model Serial Size Type Status Vol ID 0 Hitachi HDS72105 JP1532FR3BWV7K 465 7GB 1 Hitachi HD peed PER ARMDk Configuring SATA Hard Drive s 80 e Performing the Rebuild in the Operating System While in the operating system make sure the chipset driver has been installed from the motherboard driver e Preferences Step 1 Go to the Manage menu and click Rebuild to anothe
113. s Q Flash Plus Q Flash Plus is a new solution derived from DualBIOS When both the main and backup BIOS fail during system boot Q Flash Plus will be automatically launched and then recover BIOS data from the USB flash drive connected to a specific USB port What is Q Flash With Q Flash you can update the system BIOS without having to enter operating systems like MS DOS or Window first Embedded in the BIOS the Q Flash tool frees you from the hassles of going through complicated BIOS flashing process What is BIOS BIOS allows you to update the system BIOS while in the Windows environment BIOS will download the latest BIOS file from the nearest BIOS server site and update the BIOS 5 1 1 Updating the BIOS with the Q Flash Utility A Before You Begin 1 From GIGABYTE s website download the latest compressed BIOS update file that matches your motherboard model 2 Extract the file and save the new BIOS file e g X99UD4 F1 to your USB flash drive or hard drive Note The USB flash drive or hard drive must use FAT32 16 12 file system 3 Restart the system During the POST press the lt End gt key to enter Q Flash Note You can access Q Flash by either pressing the lt End gt key during the POST or pressing the lt F8 gt key in BIOS Setup However if the BIOS update file is saved to a hard drive in RAID AHCI mode or a hard drive attached to an independent SATA controller use the lt End gt key during the POST to access Q F
114. s Vol ID Il Hitachi HDS72105 JP1532FR3BWV7K 465 7GB 2 Hitachi HDS72105 JP1532ER046M2K 465 7GB Xit Figure 10 713 Configuring SATA Hard Drive s Step 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 lt Enter gt Then select a RAID level Figure 11 RAID levels supported include RAID 0 RAID 1 RAID 10 and RAID 5 the selections available depend on the number of the hard drives being installed Press lt Enter gt to proceed ntel CREATE VOLUME MENU Name Volume0 WIDE Rome RAIDO Stripe Disks Strip Size Capacity Select Disks 16KB 931 5 GB Sync N A Create Volume HELP RAID 0 Stripes data performance rt 1 Change Figure 11 Step 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 Figure 12 if necessary The stripe block size can be set from 4 KB to 128 KB Once you have selected the stripe block size press lt Enter gt Ir eve lt 7 Ores YM 13 1 a Or Wi CREATE VOLUME MENU AET RAID Level Disks Strip Size Volume0 RAIDO Stripe Nie exes DJS 16KB Capacity 931 5 GB Sync N A Create Volume HELP The following are typical values RAIDO 128KB RA
115. s 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 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 BIOS Setup 44 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 power limit according to the CPU specifications Default Auto No of CPU Cores Enabled t 1 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 Hyper Threading Technology e 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 config
116. setup menu lt gt lt gt Move the selection bar to select an configuration item on a menu lt Enter gt Execute command or enter a menu lt gt lt Page Up gt Increase the numeric value or make changes lt gt lt Page Down gt Decrease the numeric value or make changes lt F1 gt Show descriptions of the function keys lt F2 gt Switch to ST Mode or Startup Guide screen lt F5 gt Restore the previous BIOS settings for the current submenus lt F gt Load the Optimized BIOS default settings for the current submenus lt F8 gt Access the Q Flash utility lt FQ gt Display system information lt F10 gt Save all the changes and exit the BIOS Setup program lt F12 gt Capture the current screen as an image and save it to your USB drive lt Esc gt Main Menu Exit the BIOS Setup program Submenus Exit current submenu BIOS Setup s a BIOS Setup Menus E M 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 Information Use this menu to configure the default language used by the BIOS and system time and date BIOS Features Use this menu to configure the device boot order and advanced features available on the CPU Peripherals Use this menu to configure all peripheral devices such as USB display settings etc Chipset Use this menu to configure Chipset related options such as SATA onboard LAN etc P
117. ssor 3 Intel SATA controllers set to RAID mode 4 Intel Rapid Storage Technology utility installed 9 5 A conventional SATA disk and an SSD N e2 6 Windows 7 with SP1 Windows 8 Windows 8 1 Mote 3 If you have installed the operating system before configuring the Smart Response Technology all original data on the SSD will be lost once you enable RAID mode 4 It is recommended that you back up the hard disk before enabling the Smart Response Technology B Using EZ Smart Response Select EZ Smart Response and click Create To disable this function click Delete GIGABYTE EZ Setup EZ Smart Response Note 1 Before start make sure you have installed the Intel Rapid Storage Technology utility version 11 5 or above Note 2 The SSD works as a cache of the hard disk The maximum cache memory size is 64 GB If you use an SSD larger than 64 GB the space beyond 64 GB can still be used for storing your data Note 3 The operating system must be installed to the SATA disk Note 4 Regardless of the BIOS settings be it IDE or AHCI mode the system will be forced to RAID mode Unique Features 94 XHD With GIGABYTE XHD 1 users can quickly configure a RAID ready system for RAID 0 or RAID 1 when a new SATA drive is added All with a simple click of a button XHD helps to enhance your hard drive read write performance without the need for complex and time consuming configurations A System Requirements
118. stall Sound Recorder k Magnifier AppCenter Steps Recorder B Narrator a Calculator Sticky Notes eam On Screen lt Keyboard gt Character Map Windows Fax and Windows Speech Ben x Recognition 44 Math Input Panel a ws Journal Notepad j ws Media tx Command Prompt Window Transfer Figure 2 Note Available applications in APP Center may differ by motherboard model Supported functions of each application may also differ depending on motherboard specifications Unique Features 90 5 2 41 EasyTune GIGABYTE s EasyTune is a simple and easy to use interface that allows users to fine tune their system settings or do overclock overvoltage in Windows environment The EasyTune Interface GIGABYTE EasyTuUne intel i7 5960X 3 00 GHz Smart Quick Boost Tabs Information Tab Description The Smart Quick Boost tab provides you with different levels of CPU frequency to choose to achieve desired system performance After making changes be sure to restart your system for these changes to take effect i The Advanced CPU OC tab allows you to set CPU base clock frequency and voltages and integrated graphics frequency You can save the current settings to a profile You can create up to 2 profiles er The Advanced DDR OC tab allows you to set the memory clock Smart Quick Adva Boost nced r The 3D Power tab allows you to change power phase voltage and frequency settings
119. ted or fails Check the fan condition or fan connection 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 gt Normal Allows the fan to run at different speeds according to the CPU temperature You can adjust the fan speed with System Information Viewer based on your system requirements Default gt gt Silent Allows the fan to run at slow speeds gt gt Manual Allows you to control the fan speed under the Fan Speed Percentage item gt gt 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 C 2 50 PWM value C CPU OPT Fan Speed Control CPU_OPT Connector Allows you to determine whether to enable the fan speed control function and adjust the fan speed gt gt Normal Allows the fan to run at different speeds according to the CPU temperature You can adjust the fan speed with System Information Viewer based on your system requirements Default gt gt Silent Allows the fan to run at slow speeds gt gt Manual Allows you to control the fan speed under the Fan Speed Percentage item gt gt 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 CP
120. tement 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 amp 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 st i 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 ser
121. the system will restart and enter BIOS Setup immediately Note 1 This function is supported by Windows 8 1 8 only Note 2 For more details about this function refer to Chapter 2 BIOS Features Unique Features 96 5 2 5 Smart TimeLock GIGABYTE Smart TimeLock allows you to effectively manage computer or Internet usage time with simple rules and options The Smart TimeLock Interface GIGABYTE Smart TimeLock Using Smart TimeLock Click the lock icon J on the bottom left corner and enter the password Set the time when a user can or cannot use your computer for weekdays and weekends The Lock Mode on the bottom right corner allows you to choose to turn off the computer or only close the Internet connection during the specified time period Click Save to save the settings and click Exit to exit An alert will appear 15 minutes and 1 minute prior to the default shutdown time When the alert appears you can enter the password to extend the usage time or click Cancel to close the alert If you respond Cancel you will be requested to enter the password to extend the usage time again when the default shutdown time arrives or the computer will shutdown right away Note You can set the User Password in the system BIOS Setup program to prevent the system time being changed by other users 97 Unique Features 5 2 6 Smart Recovery 2 Smart Recovery 2 allows you to back up a partition as an image file every hour You
122. tivities start Wait for 2 3 minutes and the FBIOS_LED will stop flashing when the main BIOS flashing is complete continue to update the backup BIOS After completion the system will reboot again and boot from the main BIOS for normal operation QB After the main BIOS is flashed the system will reboot automatically and then DualBIOS will 89 Unique Features 5 2 APP Center GIGABYTE App Center gives you easy access to a wealth of GIGABYTE apps that help you get the most from your GIGABYTE motherboard S Using a simple unified user interface GIGABYTE App Center allows you to easily launch all GIGABYTE apps installed on your system check related updates online and download the apps drivers and BIOS Running the APP Center Insert the motherboard driver disk On the Autorun screen go to Application Software Install GIGABYTE Utilities to install GIGABYTE App Center and the selected apps Restart your computer after the installation is complete In Desktop mode click the App Center icon fol in the notification area to launch the App Center utility Figure 1 On the main menu you can select an app to run or click Live Update to update an app online APP Center me R b 7 28 2014 Figure 1 If the App Center is closed you can restart it by clicking the App Center icon Fa on the Apps menu Figure 2 Remote Desktop XPS Viewer Ce Default Connection 7 APP Center Snipping Tool File Expl He pping p GQ Unin
123. ttery model e When installing the battery note the orientation of the positive side and the negative side of the battery the positive side should face up e Used batteries must be handled in accordance with local environmental regulations 22 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 CL Open Normal C Short Clear CMOS Values er J axe co i l E i O ANE Fm C e Always turn off your computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before clearing the CMOS values e 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 35 Hardware Installation Hardware Installation 36 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 Po
124. tures 5 2 7 USB Blocker GIGABYTE USB Blocker provides you with an easy to use interface that allows you to block certain USB device types on your PC Devices classes that are blocked will be ignored by the operating system The USB Blocker Interface ei ley ai USB Blocker Unblocked Smart Card Unblocked Using USB Blocker Select the class of USB device that you would like to block or unblocked Double left click to change the Blocked or Unblocked status and click OK Then enter your password and click OK to complete Unique Features 100 5 2 8 Ambient LED GIGABYTE Ambient LED allows you to enable or change the display mode for the onboard audio LED and rear panel I O shield LED while in the Windows environment The Ambient LED Interface GIGABYTE aly Ambient LED Using Ambient LED e Audio LED display mode of the onboard audio LED Off Disables this function Still Mode The LED stays constantly on Beat Mode The brightness of the LED changes according to music rhythm Pulse Mode The brightness of the LED changes slowly and smoothly like breath e Rear panel LED display mode of the rear panel I O shield LED Off Disables this function On The LED will light and follow the behavior of the onboard audio LED Note This function only works for motherboards with an I O shield that has audio LED 101 Unique Features 5 2 9 V Tuner GIGABYTE V Tuner allows you to e
125. ual of your graphics cards for the power requirement B Connecting the Graphics Cards Step 1 Observe the steps in 1 5 Installing an Expansion Card and install CrossFire SLI graphics cards on the PCI Express x16 slots Step 2 Insert the CrossFire SLI bridge connectors in the CrossFire SLI gold edge connectors on top of the cards Step 3 Plug the display cable into the graphics card on the PCIE_1 slot Oo yan oo gt gt Refer to the table below when an i7 5960X or i7 5930K CPU is installed 1 Graphics Card 2 Graphics Cards 3 Graphics Cards 4 Graphics Cards PCIE_1 e PCIE_4 PCIE_2 8 e PCIE_3 ZB To set up a 3 Way SLI configuration use the GC 3SLI X99 bridge connector gt Refer to the table below for setting up a 3 Way SLI configuration with an i7 5820K CPU Make sure to use the GC 3SLI bridge connector 1 Graphics Card 2 Graphics Cards 3 Graphics Cards PCIE_1 e PCIE _4 PCIE_2 e PCIE_3 Note 1 The 4 Way SLI configuration is not supported when an i7 5820K CPU is installed Note 2 The bridge connector s may be needed or not depending on your graphics cards version Refe
126. udio system that supports digital optical audio Before using this feature ensure that your audio system provides an optical digital audio in connector Line In Jack Blue The line in jack Use this audio jack for line in devices such as an optical drive walkman etc device and then remove it from the motherboard e When removing the cable connected to a back panel connector first remove the cable from your e 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 21 Hardware Installation Line Out Jack Green The line out jack This jack supports audio amplifying function For better sound quality it is recommended that you connect your headphone speaker to this jack actual effects may vary by the device being used 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 Mic in jack Microphones must be connected to this jack Wi Fi Antenna Connector Holes Secure the antenna connectors washers and nuts onto the holes functions may vary based on hardware specification If you install a Side Speaker you need to retask other audio jack to be Side Speaker out Only microphones still MUST be connected to the default Mic in jack Refer to the instructions on setting up a 2 4 5 1 7 1 channel audio configuration
127. uide mE 16 08 45 TUE H B ST Mode Smart Tweak Mode Differing from traditional UEFI interface the ST Mode provides a fancy and user friendly BIOS environment where users can easily point and click through various settings and make adjustments for optimum performance In ST Mode you can use your mouse to move through the option menus for quick configuration or press lt F2 gt to switch to the traditional BIOS Setup screen GIGABYTE UEFI DualBIOS system to its defaults e The BIOS Setup menus described in this chapter are for reference only and may differ by BIOS version EQ When the system is not stable as usual select the Load Optimized Defaults item to set your 39 BIOS Setup C Classic Setup Classic Setup is the conventional BIOS Setup interface where you can press the arrow keys on your keyboard to move among the items and press lt Enter gt to accept or enter a sub menu Or you can use your mouse to select the item you want Sample BIOS Version F1i Switch to ST Mode Boot Option Pr Boot Option 1 Informat ion Peripherals Chipset eae Save amp Exit i Setup Menus Thode english Enter Q Flash ae Select Default UEFI PNY Love Language Help Screen Tl Click Select Item Function Keys Setup Disabled 32 Format Only Configuration Items Current Settings Classic Setup Funct ion Keys lt gt lt gt gt Move the selection bar to select a
128. up source Saving the backup to a network location If you want to save the backup to a network location select Browse network location Make sure your computer and the computer where you want to save the backup are in the same domain Choose the network location where you want to store the backup and enter the user name and password Follow the on screen instructions to complete Recovering a file Click the File Recovery button on the main menu Use the time slider on the top of the popped out window to select a previous backup time The right pane will display the backed up partitions in the backup destination in the My Backup folder Browse to the file you want and copy it 98 GIGABYTE Smart Recovery 2 C Empty Recovering your system with Smart Recovery 2 Steps 1 Click the System Recovery button on the main menu 2 Select the location where your backup is saved 3 Use the time slider to select a time point 4 Select a partition backup created on the selected time point and click Restore 5 Confirm whether to restart your system to proceed with the restore immediately or later Once you respond Yes the system will restart to the Windows recovery environment Follow the onscreen instructions to restore your system All of your files and programs will be deleted and replaced with those on the selected backup If needed be sure to make a copy of your data before the restore 99 Unique Fea
129. ure this setting Default Auto CPU Enhanced Halt C1E ete 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 Nt 1 Allows you to determine whether to let the CPU enter C3 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 state is a more enhanced power saving state than C1 Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting Default Auto C6 C7 State Support te Allows you to determine whether to let the CPU enter C6 C7 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 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 t 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 Enables or disables Enhanced Intel Speed Step
130. 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 this device must accept any interference including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Cet appareil num rique 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 causer d interf rence et 2 cet appareil doit accepter toute interference notamment les interf rences qui pe
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132. vice or where you purchased the product for details of 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 f 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 Appendix 120 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
133. wer 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 lt Delete gt key during the POST when the power is turned on To upgrade the BIOS use either the GIGABYTE Q Flash or BIOS utility e Q Flash allows the user to quickly and easily upgrade or back up BIOS without entering the operating system e BIOS is a Windows based utility that searches and downloads the latest version of BIOS from the Internet and updates the BIOS For instructions on using the Q Flash and BIOS utilities refer to Chapter 5 BIOS Update Utilities e Because BIOS flashing is potentially risky if you do not encounter problems using the current A 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 e 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 defau
134. wer 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 9 Hardware Installation 1 2 Product Specifications 4 CPU Support for Intel Core i7 processors in the LGA2011 3 package Go to GIGABYTE s website for the latest CPU support list L3 cache varies with CPU Intel X99 Express Chipset 8 x DDR4 DIMM sockets supporting up to 64 GB of system memory Due to a Windows 32 bit operating system limitation when more than 4 GB of physical memory is installed the actual memory size displayed will be less than the size of the physical
135. y Support for 4 Way 3 Way 2 Way AMD CrossFire NVIDIA SLI technology The 4 Way NVIDIA SLI configuration is not supported when an i7 5820K CPU is installed To set up a 3 Way SLI configuration refer to 1 6 Setting up AMD CrossFire NVIDIA SLI Configuration Storage Interface Chipset 1x M 2 Socket 3 connector M2_10G 1x SATA Express connector 6x SATA 6Gb s connectors SATA3 0 5 Support for RAID 0 RAID 1 RAID 5 and RAID 10 Only AHCI mode is supported when an M 2 PCle SSD or a SATA Express device is installed M2_10G SATA Express and SATA3 4 5 connectors can only be used one at a time The SATA3 4 5 connectors will become unavailable when an M 2 SSD is installed in the M2_10G connector Hardware Installation 10 Storage Interface Chipset 4x SATA Gb s connectors SSATA3 0 3 supporting IDE and AHCI modes only An operating system installed on the SATA3 0 5 ports cannot be used on the SSATA3 0 3 ports K USB sce Internal goe m Connectors oe gt gt gt gt gt CH o oo o ooo oo o Chipset 4x USB 3 0 2 0 ports 2 ports on the back panel 2 ports available through the internal USB header 8x USB 2 0 1 1 ports 4 ports on the back panel 4 ports available through the internal USB headers Chipset Renesas uPD720210 USB 3 0 Hub 4x USB 3 0 2 0 ports on the back panel 1 x 24 pin ATX main power connector 1 x 8 pin
136. y secure lever A under its retention tab to complete the installation of the CPU Then carefully remove the plastic cover Save it properly and always replace it when the CPU is not installed 1 3 2 Installing the CPU Cooler Refer to the steps below to correctly install the CPU cooler on the motherboard Actual installation process may differ depending the CPU cooler to be used Refer to the user s manual for your CPU cooler Step 1 Step 2 Apply an even and thin layer of thermal grease on Place the cooler atop the CPU aligning the four the surface of the installed CPU mounting screws with the mounting holes on the ILM Step 3 Step 4 Use one hand to hold the cooler and the other to Finally attach the power connector of the CPU tighten the screws in a diagonal sequence with a cooler to the CPU fan header CPU_FAN on the screw driver Begin tightening a screw with a few motherboard turns and repeat with the screw diagonally opposite the one you just tightened Then do the same to the other pair Next fully tighten the four screws Use extreme care when removing the CPU cooler because the thermal grease tape between the CPU cooler and CPU may adhere to the CPU Inadequately removing the CPU cooler may damage the CPU 15 Hardware Installation 1 4 Installing the Memory f Read the following guidelines before you begin to install the memory 1 4 1 4 Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides eight DD

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