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In order to assist in the use of this product, carefully read the User's Manual.
Identifying Your Motherboard Revision
The revision number on your motherboard looks like this: "REV: X.X." For example, "REV: 1.0"
means the revision of the motherboard is 1.0. Check your motherboard revision before updating
motherboard BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical information.
Example:
Table of Contents
Chapter 1 Hardware Installation .....................................................................................7
1-1 Installation Precautions.................................................................................... 7
1-2 Product Specifications...................................................................................... 8
1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler ............................................................... 10
1-3-1 Installing the CPU...................................................................................................10
1-4 Installing the Memory..................................................................................... 10
1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration .....................................................................11
1-5 Installing an Expansion Card ......................................................................... 11
1-6 Back Panel Connectors.................................................................................. 11
1-7 Internal Connectors........................................................................................ 13
Chapter 2 BIOS Setup..................................................................................................20
2-1 Startup Screen ............................................................................................... 20
2-2 The Main Menu .............................................................................................. 20
2-3 MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.)........................................................................ 21
2-4 Standard CMOS Features.............................................................................. 23
2-5 Advanced BIOS Features .............................................................................. 25
2-6 Integrated Peripherals.................................................................................... 27
2-7 Power Management Setup............................................................................. 29
2-8 PnP/PCI Configurations................................................................................. 31
2-9 PC Health Status............................................................................................ 31
2-10 Load Fail-Safe Defaults.................................................................................. 32
2-11 Load Optimized Defaults................................................................................ 33
2-12 Set Supervisor/User Password ...................................................................... 33
2-13 Save & Exit Setup .......................................................................................... 34
2-14 Exit Without Saving........................................................................................ 34
Chapter 3 Drivers Installation........................................................................................35
Chapter 4 Appendix......................................................................................................35
Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s)................................................................................ 35
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GA-M68MT-D3P/GA-M68MT-S2P Motherboard Layout
KB_MS
ATX_12V
Socket AM3+
LPT
ATX
CPU_FAN
R_USB
AUDIO
iTE
IT8720
M_BIOS
B_BIOS
GA-M68MT-D3P
GA-M68MT-S2P
F_AUDIO
Realtek
PCIEX16
PCIEX1_1
PCIEX1_2
RTL8211CL
SATA2_3
SATA2_2
SATA2_1
SATA2_0
NVIDIA® GeForce
7025/nForce 630a
CLR_CMOS
BAT
PCI
CODEC
F_PANEL
F_USB1
F_USB2
SYS_FAN
F_USB3
Box Contents
GA-M68MT-D3P or GA-M68MT-S2P motherboard
Motherboard driver disk
I/O Shield
User's Manual
Two SATA cables
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.
"*" The GA-M68MT-D3P adopts All-Solid Capacitor design.
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GA-M68MT-D3P/GA-M68MT-S2P Motherboard Block Diagram
CPU CLK+/- (200 MHz)
PCIe CLK
(100 MHz)
AM3+/AM3 CPU
DDR3 1600/1333/1066/800 MHz
Dual Channel Memory
1 PCI Express x16
Hyper Transport Bus
PCI Express x16
1 D-Sub
10 USB 2.0/1.1
PCI Express Bus
x1
PCIe CLK
(100 MHz)
4 SATA 3Gb/s
NVIDIA® GeForce
7025/nForce 630a
2 PCI Express x1
LAN RJ45
LPC
Bus
Dual BIOS
Realtek
RTL8211CL
iTE
COM Port
LPT Port
IT8720
PCI Bus
PS/2 KB/Mouse
CODEC
1PCI
PCI CLK
(33 MHz)
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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, 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 com-
ponents such as a motherboard, CPU or memory. If you do not have an ESD wrist strap,
keep your hands dry and first touch a metal object to eliminate static electricity.
• Prior to installing the motherboard, please have it on top of an antistatic pad or within an
electrostatic shielding container.
• Before unplugging the power supply cable from the motherboard, make sure the power sup-
ply 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 hard-
ware 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 sys-
tem components as well as physical harm to the user.
• If you are uncertain about any installation steps or have a problem related to the use of the
product, please consult a certified computer technician.
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Hardware Installation
1-2 Product Specifications
CPU
Š
AM3+ Socket:
-
AMD AM3+ FX processors
* You must install an external graphics card if you want to install Windows XP on your
AM3+ CPU-based system.
™
™
-
AMD AM3 Phenom II processors/AMD Athlon II processors
(Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.)
Hyper Transport
Bus
Š
2000 MT/s
®
Chipset
Memory
Š
Š
NVIDIA GeForce 7025/nForce 630a
2 x 1.5V DDR3 DIMM sockets supporting up to 8 GB of system memory
* Due to Windows 32-bit operating system limitation, when more than 4 GB of physical
memory is installed, the actual memory size displayed will be less than 4 GB.
Š
Š
Dual channel memory architecture
Support for DDR3 1600/1333/1066/800 MHz memory modules
(Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory
modules.)
Chipset:
Onboard
Graphics
Audio
Š
-
1 x D-Sub port
Š
Š
Š
Realtek ALC888B/889 codec
High Definition Audio
2/4/5.1/7.1-channel
* To configure 7.1-channel audio, you have to use an HD front panel audio module
and enable the multi-channel audio feature through the audio driver.
LAN
Š
1 x Realtek RTL8211CL chip (10/100/1000 Mbit)
Expansion Slots
Š
Š
Š
1 x PCI Express x16 slot, running at x16
2 x PCI Express x1 slots
1 x PCI slot
Storage Interface Š Chipset:
-
-
4 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors supporting up to 4 SATA 3Gb/s devices
Support for RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 10, and JBOD
USB
Š
Chipset:
Up to 10 USB 2.0/1.1 ports (4 ports on the back panel, 6 ports available
through the internal USB headers)
-
Internal
Connectors
Š
Š
Š
Š
Š
Š
Š
Š
Š
Š
1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector
1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector
4 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors
1 x CPU fan header
1 x system fan header
1 x front panel header
1 x front panel audio header
3 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers
1 x parallel port connector
1 x clearing CMOS jumper
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Back Panel
Connectors
Š
Š
Š
Š
Š
Š
Š
1 x PS/2 keyboard port
1 x PS/2 mouse port
1 x D-Sub port
1 x serial port
4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports
1 x RJ-45 port
3 x audio jacks (Line In/Line Out/Microphone)
I/O Controller
Š
iTE IT8720 chip
Hardware
Monitor
Š
Š
Š
Š
Š
Š
System voltage detection
CPU/System temperature detection
CPU/System fan speed detection
CPU/System overheating warning
CPU/System fan fail warning
CPU fan speed control
*
Whether the CPU/system fan speed control function is supported will depend on
the CPU/system cooler you install.
BIOS
Š
Š
Š
Š
2 x 16 Mbit flash
Use of licensed AWARD BIOS
Support for DualBIOS™
PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.0, SM BIOS 2.4, ACPI 1.0b
Unique Features Š Support for @BIOS
Š
Š
Š
Š
Š
Š
Support for Q-Flash
Support for Xpress BIOS Rescue
Support for Download Center
Support for Xpress Install
Support for Xpress Recovery2
Support for EasyTune
*
Available functions in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model.
Š
Š
Support for Auto Green
Support for ON/OFF Charge
Bundled
Software
Operating
System
Š
Norton Internet Security (OEM version)
®
Š
Š
Support for Microsoft Windows 7/Vista/XP
Form Factor
Micro ATX Form Factor; 24.4cm x 20.5cm
* GIGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to the product specifications and product-related information
without prior notice.
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Hardware Installation
1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler
Read the following guidelines before you begin to install the CPU:
•
•
•
Make sure that the motherboard supports the CPU.
(Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.)
Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing
the CPU to prevent hardware damage.
Locate the pin one of the CPU. The CPU cannot be inserted if oriented incorrectly. (Or you may
locate the notches on both sides of the CPU and alignment keys on the CPU socket.)
Apply an even and thin layer of thermal grease on the surface of the CPU.
Do not turn on the computer if the CPU cooler is not installed, otherwise overheating and dam-
age of the CPU may occur.
•
•
•
Set the CPU host frequency in accordance with the CPU specifications. It is not recommended
that the system bus frequency be set beyond hardware specifications since it does not meet the
standard requirements for the peripherals. If you wish to set the frequency beyond the standard
specifications, please do so according to your hardware specifications including the CPU, graph-
ics card, memory, hard drive, etc.
1-3-1 Installing the CPU
Locate the pin one (denoted by a small triangle) of the CPU socket and the CPU.
A Small Triangle Mark
Denotes Pin One of the
Socket
AM3+ Socket
A Small Triangle Marking
Denotes CPU Pin One
AM3+/AM3 CPU
1-4 Installing the Memory
Read the following guidelines before you begin to install the memory:
•
Make sure that the motherboard supports the memory. It is recommended that memory of the
same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used.
(Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory modules.)
Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing
the memory to prevent hardware damage.
Memory modules have a foolproof design. A memory module can be installed in only one direc-
tion. If you are unable to insert the memory, switch the direction.
•
•
Hardware Installation
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1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration
This motherboard provides two DDR3 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology.
The two DDR3 memory sockets are divided into two channels and each channel has two memory sockets as
following:
Channel 0: DDR3_1
Channel 1: DDR3_2
Due to CPU limitation, read the following guidelines before installing the memory in Dual Channel mode.
1. Dual Channel mode cannot be enabled if only one DDR3 memory module is installed.
2. When enabling Dual Channel mode with two memory modules, it is recommended that memory of
the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used.
1-5 Installing an Expansion Card
Read the following guidelines before you begin to install an expansion card:
•
Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Carefully read the manual that came
with your expansion card.
•
Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing
an expansion card to prevent hardware damage.
1-6 Back Panel Connectors
PS/2 Keyboard and PS/2 Mouse Port
Use the upper port (green) to connect a PS/2 mouse and the lower port (purple) to connect a PS/2 keyboard.
Serial Port
Use the serial port to connect devices such as a mouse, modem or other peripherals.
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Hardware Installation
D-Sub Port
The D-Sub port supports a 15-pin D-Sub connector. Connect a monitor that supports D-Sub connection
to this port.
USB 2.0/1.1 Port
The USB port supports the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Use this port for USB devices such as a USB key-
board/mouse, USB printer, USB flash drive and etc.
RJ-45 LAN Port
The Gigabit Ethernet LAN port provides Internet connection at up to 1 Gbps data rate. The following de-
scribes the states of the LAN port LEDs.
Connection/
Speed LED
Activity LED
Connection/Speed LED:
Activity LED:
State Description
State
Orange
Green
Off
Description
1 Gbps data rate
100 Mbps data rate
10 Mbps data rate
Blinking Data transmission or receiving is occurring
Off No data transmission or receiving is occurring
LAN Port
Line In Jack (Blue)
The default line in jack. Use this audio jack for line in devices such as an optical drive, walkman, etc.
Line Out Jack (Front Speaker Out, Green)
The default line out jack. Use this audio jack for a headphone or 2-channel speaker. This jack can be
used to connect front speakers in a 4/5.1-channel audio configuration.
Mic In Jack (Pink)
The default Mic in jack. Microphones must be connected to this jack.
To configure 7.1-channel audio, you have to use an HD front panel audio module and enable the
multi-channel audio feature through the audio driver.
•
•
When removing the cable connected to a back panel connector, first remove the cable from
your device and then remove it from the motherboard.
When removing the cable, pull it straight out from the connector. Do not rock it side to side to
prevent an electrical short inside the cable connector.
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1-7 Internal Connectors
1
3
5
2
6
9
11
10
4
7
8
7
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
6)
ATX_12V
ATX
7)
8)
F_USB1/F_USB2/F_USB3
F_PANEL
CPU_FAN
SYS_FAN
LPT
9)
F_AUDIO
10)
11)
CLR_CMOS
BAT
SATA2_0/1/2/3
Read the following guidelines before connecting external devices:
•
•
First make sure your devices are compliant with the connectors you wish to connect.
Before installing the devices, be sure to turn off the devices and your computer. Unplug the
power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the devices.
•
After installing the device and before turning on the computer, make sure the device cable has
been securely attached to the connector on the motherboard.
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Hardware Installation
1/2) ATX_12V/ATX (2x2 12V Power Connector and 2x12 Main Power Connector)
With the use of the power connector, the power supply can supply enough stable power to all the
components on the motherboard. Before connecting the power connector, first make sure the power
supply is turned off and all devices are properly installed. The power connector possesses a foolproof
design. Connect the power supply cable to the power connector in the correct orientation. The 12V
power connector mainly supplies power to the CPU. If the 12V power connector is not connected, the
computer will not start.
To meet expansion requirements, it is recommended that a power supply that can withstand high
power consumption be used (500W or greater). If a power supply is used that does not provide
the required power, the result can lead to an unstable or unbootable system.
ATX_12V:
Pin No. Definition
2
1
1
2
3
4
GND
GND
+12V
+12V
4
3
ATX_12V
24
12
ATX:
Pin No. Definition
Pin No. Definition
1
3.3V
3.3V
GND
+5V
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
3.3V
2
-12V
3
GND
4
PS_ON (soft On/Off)
5
GND
+5V
GND
6
GND
7
GND
GND
8
Power Good
-5V
9
5VSB (stand by +5V)
+12V
+5V
10
11
12
+5V
13
1
+12V (Only for 2x12-pinATX)
3.3V (Only for 2x12-pinATX)
+5V (Only for 2x12-pin ATX)
GND (Only for 2x12-pin ATX)
ATX
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3/4) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN (Fan Headers)
The motherboard has a 4-pin CPU fan header (CPU_FAN) and a 3-pin (SYS_FAN) system fan headers.
Most fan headers possess a foolproof insertion design. When connecting a fan cable, be sure to connect
it in the correct orientation (the black connector wire is the ground wire). The motherboard supports CPU
fan speed control, which requires the use of a CPU 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
2
3
4
GND
1
+12V / Speed Control
Sense
CPU_FAN
Speed Control
SYS_FAN:
Pin No. Definition
1
1
2
3
GND
SYS_FAN
+12V
Sense
•
•
Be sure to connect fan cables to the fan headers to prevent your CPU and system from over-
heating. 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.
5) LPT (Parallel Port Header)
The LPT header can provide one parallel port via an optional LPT port cable. For purchasing the optional
LPT port cable, please contact the local dealer.
Pin No. Definition
Pin No. Definition
1
STB-
AFD-
PD0
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
GND
PD6
26
25
2
3
GND
PD7
4
ERR-
PD1
5
GND
ACK-
GND
BUSY
GND
PE
6
INIT-
PD2
7
8
SLIN-
PD3
1
2
9
10
11
12
13
GND
PD4
No Pin
SLCT
GND
GND
PD5
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Hardware Installation
6) SATA2_0/1/2/3 (SATA 3Gb/s Connectors)
The SATA connectors conform to SATA 3Gb/s standard and are compatible with SATA 1.5Gb/s standard.
Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device. The NVIDIA® GeForce 7025/nForce 630a chipset
supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 10, and JBOD. Refer to Chapter 4, "Configuring SATA Hard
Drive(s)," for instructions on configuring a RAID array.
Pin No. Definition
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
GND
TXP
TXN
GND
RXN
RXP
GND
SATA2_3
7
1
1
1
7 SATA2_2
SATA2_1
SATA2_0
7
7
1
Please connect the L-shaped end of
the SATA cable to your SATA hard
drive.
•
•
•
A RAID 0 or RAID 1 configuration requires at least two hard drives. If more than two hard
drives are to be used, the total number of hard drives must be an even number.
A RAID 5 configuration requires at least three hard drives. (The total number of hard drives
does not have to be an even number.)
A RAID 10 configuration requires four hard drives.
7) F_USB1/F_USB2/F_USB3 (USB 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
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
Power (5V)
Power (5V)
USB DX-
USB DY-
USB DX+
USB DY+
GND
9
10
1
2
GND
No Pin
NC
•
•
Do not plug the IEEE 1394 bracket (2x5-pin) cable into the USB 2.0/1.1 header.
Prior to installing the USB bracket, be sure to turn off your computer and unplug the power
cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the USB bracket.
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8) 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.
Message/Power/ Power
Speaker
Sleep LED Switch
2
1
20
19
Hard Drive
Reset
Power LED
Activity LED
Switch
Chassis Intrusion
Header
•
MSG/PWR (Message/Power/Sleep LED, Yellow/Purple):
Connects to the power status indicator on the chassis front panel. The LED
is on when the system is operating. The LED keeps blinking when the sys-
tem is in S1 sleep state. The LED is off when the system is in S3/S4 sleep
state or powered off (S5).
System Status LED
S0
On
S1
Blinking
Off
S3/S4/S5
•
•
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 Setup," for
more information).
SPEAK (Speaker, Orange):
Connects to the speaker on the chassis front panel. The system reports system startup status by is-
suing a beep code. One single short beep will be heard if no problem is detected at system startup. If
a problem is detected, the BIOS may issue beeps in different patterns to indicate the problem.
HD (Hard Drive Activity LED, Blue)
Connects to the hard drive activity LED on the chassis front panel. The LED is on when the hard drive
is reading or writing data.
RES (Reset Switch, Green):
Connects to the reset switch on the chassis front panel. Press the reset switch to restart the computer
if the computer freezes and fails to perform a normal restart.
•
•
•
CI (Chassis Intrusion Header, Gray):
Connects to the chassis intrusion switch/sensor on the chassis that can detect if the chassis cover
has been removed. This function requires a chassis with a chassis intrusion switch/sensor.
The front panel design may differ by chassis. A front panel module mainly consists of power
switch, reset switch, power LED, hard drive activity LED, speaker and etc. When connecting your
chassis front panel module to this header, make sure the wire assignments and the pin assign-
ments are matched correctly.
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Hardware Installation
9) 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 con-
nector match the pin assignments of the motherboard header. Incorrect connection between the module
connector and the motherboard header will make the device unable to work or even damage it.
For HD Front Panel Audio:
For AC'97 Front Panel Audio:
Pin No. Definition
Pin No. Definition
2
1
10
9
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
MIC2_L
GND
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
MIC
GND
MIC2_R
-ACZ_DET
LINE2_R
GND
MIC Power
NC
Line Out (R)
NC
FAUDIO_JD
No Pin
NC
No Pin
Line Out (L)
NC
LINE2_L
GND
•
•
The front panel audio header supports HD audio by default.
Audio signals will be present on both of the front and back panel audio connections simultane-
ously.
•
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.
10) CLR_CMOS (Clearing CMOS Jumper)
Use this jumper to clear the CMOS values (e.g. date information and BIOS configurations) and reset
the CMOS values to factory defaults. To clear the CMOS values, place a jumper cap on the two pins to
temporarily short the two pins or use a metal object like a screwdriver to touch the two pins for a few
seconds.
Open: Normal
Short: Clear CMOS Values
•
•
•
Always turn off your computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before clear-
ing the CMOS values.
After clearing the CMOS values and before turning on your computer, be sure to remove the
jumper cap from the jumper. Failure to do so may cause damage to the motherboard.
After system restart, go to BIOS Setup to load factory defaults (select Load Optimized De-
faults) or manually configure the BIOS settings (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," for BIOS
configurations).
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11) 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.
•
•
Always turn off your computer and unplug the power cord before replacing the battery.
Replace the battery with an equivalent one. Danger of explosion if the battery is replaced with
an incorrect model.
•
•
•
Contact the place of purchase or local dealer if you are not able to replace the battery by your-
self or uncertain about the battery model.
When installing the battery, note the orientation of the positive side (+) and the negative side (-)
of the battery (the positive side should face up).
Used batteries must be handled in accordance with local environmental regulations.
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Hardware Installation
Chapter 2 BIOS Setup
To access the BIOS Setup program, press the <Delete> key during the POST when the power is turned on.
To see more advanced BIOS Setup menu options, you can press <Ctrl> + <F1> in the main menu of the
BIOS Setup program.
To upgrade the BIOS, use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash or @BIOS utility.
•
•
Q-Flash allows the user to quickly and easily upgrade or back up BIOS without entering the operating
system.
@BIOS is a Windows-based utility that searches and downloads the latest version of BIOS from the
Internet and updates the BIOS.
•
Because BIOS flashing is potentially risky, if you do not encounter problems using the current
version of BIOS, it is recommended that you not flash the BIOS. To flash the BIOS, do it with
caution. Inadequate BIOS flashing may result in system malfunction.
•
It is recommended that you not alter the default settings (unless you need to) to prevent system
instability or other unexpected results. Inadequately altering the settings may result in system's
failure to boot. If this occurs, try to clear the CMOS values and reset the board to default values.
(Refer to the "Load Optimized Defaults" section in this chapter or introductions of the battery/
clearing CMOS jumper in Chapter 1 for how to clear the CMOS values.)
2-1 Startup Screen
The following screens may appear when the computer boots.
Award Modular BIOS v6.00PG
Copyright (C) 1984-2010, Award Software, Inc.
M68MT-S2P D1
.
.
Motherboard Model
BIOS Version
.
<DEL>: BIOS Setup <F9>: XpressRecovery2 <F12>: Boot Menu <End>: Qflash
12/08/2010-NV-MCP68-6A61KG0QC-00
Function Keys
2-2 The Main Menu
Once you enter the BIOS Setup program, the Main Menu (as shown below) appears on the screen. Use ar-
row keys to move among the items and press <Enter> to accept or enter a sub-menu.
(Sample BIOS Version: GA-M68MT-S2P D1)
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Standard CMOS Features
Advanced BIOS Features
Integrated Peripherals
Load Fail-Safe Defaults
Load Optimized Defaults
Set Supervisor Password
Set User Password
Power Management Setup
PnP/PCI Configurations
PC Health Status
Save & Exit Setup
Exit Without Saving
ESC: Quit
: Select Item
F8: Q-Flash
F10: Save & Exit Setup
Change CPU's Clock & Voltage
BIOS Setup
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•
•
•
If you do not find the settings you want in the Main Menu or a submenu, press <Ctrl>+<F1> to
access more advanced options.
When the system is not stable as usual, select the Load Optimized Defaults item to set your
system to its defaults.
The BIOS Setup menus described in this chapter are for reference only and may differ by BIOS
version.
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Item Help
Set Memory Clock
Memory Clock
[Auto]
x6.66
Menu Level
x
1333Mhz
DRAM Configuration
DDR3 Voltage Control
CPU NB VID Control
CPU Voltage Control
Normal CPU Vcore
[Press Enter]
[Normal]
[Normal]
[Normal]
1.2750V
: Move
F5: Previous Values
Enter: Select
+/-/PU/PD: Value
F6: Fail-Safe Defaults
F10: Save
ESC: Exit
F7: Optimized Defaults
F1: General Help
Whether the system will work stably with the overclock settings you made is dependent on your over-
all system configurations. Incorrectly doing overclock may result in damage to CPU, chipset, or
memory and reduce the useful life of these components. This page is for advanced users only and
we recommend you not to alter the default settings to prevent system instability or other unexpected
results. (Inadequately altering the settings may result in system's failure to boot. If this occurs, clear
the CMOS values and reset the board to default values.)
Set Memory Clock
Determines whether to manually set the memory clock. Auto lets BIOS automatically set the memory
clock as required. Manual allows the memory clock control item below to be configurable. (Default: Auto)
Memory Clock
This option is configurable only when Set Memory Clock is set to Manual. The adjustable range is de-
pendent on the CPU being installed.
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DRAM Configuration
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DRAM Configuration
Item Help
DCTs Mode
DDR3 Timing Items
CAS# latency
[Unganged]
[Auto]
Auto
Menu Level
SPD
7T
Auto
7T
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
RAS to CAS R/W Delay
Row Precharge Time
Minimum RAS Active Time
1T/2T Command Timing
TwTr Command Delay
Trfc0 for DIMM1
Trfc1 for DIMM3
Write Recovery Time
Precharge Time
Auto
Auto
Auto
Auto
Auto
Auto
Auto
Auto
Auto
Auto
Auto
[Disabled]
[per Channel]
7T
7T
20T
--
4T
110ns
--
8T
4T
27T
4T
7T
7T
20T
--
4T
110ns
--
8T
4T
27T
4T
Row Cycle Time
RAS to RAS Delay
CKE Power Down Mode
CKE Power Down Control
: Move
Enter: Select
+/-/PU/PD: Value
F10: Save
ESC: Exit
F1: General Help
F5: Previous Values
F6: Fail-Safe Defaults
F7: Optimized Defaults
DCTs Mode
Allows you to set memory control mode.
Ganged
Unganged
Sets memory control mode to single dual-channel.
Sets memory control mode to two single-channel. (Default)
DDR3 Timing Items
Manual allows all DDR3 Timing items below to be configurable.
Options are: Auto (default), Manual.
CAS# latency
Options are: Auto (default), 4T~12T.
RAS to CAS R/W Delay
Options are: Auto (default), 5T~12T.
Row Precharge Time
Options are: Auto (default), 5T~12T.
Minimum RAS Active Time
Options are: Auto (default), 15T~30T.
1T/2T Command Timing
Options are: Auto (default), 1T, 2T.
TwTr Command Delay
Options are: Auto (default), 4T~7T.
Trfc0 for DIMM1
Options are: Auto (default), 90ns, 110ns, 160ns, 300ns, 350ns.
Trfc1 for DIMM3
Options are: Auto (default), 90ns, 110ns, 160ns, 300ns, 350ns.
Write Recovery Time
Options are: Auto (default), 5T~12T.
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Precharge Time
Options are: Auto (default), 4T~7T.
Row Cycle Time
Options are: Auto (default), 11T~42T.
RAS to RAS Delay
Options are: Auto (default), 4T~7T.
CKE Power Down Mode
Determines whether to set the memory to power down mode when the CKE pin is closed. (Default: Dis-
abled)
CKE Power Down Control
Allows you to select a CKE power down mode. Options are per Channel (Default), per CS.
DDR3 Voltage Control
Allows you to set the memory voltage.
Normal
+0.1V ~ +0.7V
Supplies the memory voltage as required. (Default)
The adjustable range is from +0.1V to +0.7V.
Note: Increasing memory voltage may result in damage to the memory or reduce the useful life of the
memory.
CPU NB VID Control
Allows you to set the CPU Northbridge VID voltage. Auto sets the CPU Northbridge VID voltage as re-
quired. The adjustable range is dependent on the CPU being installed. (Default: Normal)
Note: Increasing CPU voltage may result in damage to your CPU or reduce the useful life of the CPU.
CPU Voltage Control
Allows you to set the CPU voltage. Auto sets the CPU voltage as required. The adjustable range is de-
pendent on the CPU being installed. (Default: Normal)
Note: Increasing CPU voltage may result in damage to your CPU or reduce the useful life of the CPU.
Normal CPU Vcore
Displays the normal operating voltage of your CPU.
2-4 Standard CMOS Features
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Standard CMOS Features
Item Help
Date (mm:dd:yy)
Time (hh:mm:ss)
Fri, Dec. 17 2010
22:31:24
Menu Level
IDE Channel 0 Master
IDE Channel 1 Master
IDE Channel 2 Master
IDE Channel 3 Master
[None]
[None]
[None]
[None]
Halt On
[All, But Keyboard]
Base Memory
640K
Extended Memory
1790M
: Move
Enter: Select
+/-/PU/PD: Value
F10: Save
ESC: Exit
F1: General Help
F5: Previous Values
F6: Fail-Safe Defaults
F7: Optimized Defaults
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Date (mm:dd:yy)
Sets the system date.
Time (hh:mm:ss)
Sets the system time.
IDE Channel 0, 1, 2, 3 Master
IDE HDD Auto-Detection, IDE Auto-Detection
Press <Enter> to autodetect the parameters of the SATA device on this channel.
IDE Channel 0, 1 Master, Extended IDE Drive
Configure your SATA devices by using one of the three methods below:
• Auto
• None
Lets the BIOS automatically detect SATA devices during the POST. (Default)
If no SATA devices are used, set this item to None so the system will skip the
detection of the device during the POST for faster system startup.
• Manual
Allows you to manually enter the specifications of the hard drive when the hard drive
access mode is set to CHS. (For IDE Channel 0, 1 Master only.)
Access Mode Sets the hard drive access mode. (Default: Auto)
The following fields display your hard drive specifications. If you wish to enter the parameters manually,
refer to the information on the hard drive.
Capacity
Cylinder
Head
Approximate capacity of the currently installed hard drive.
Number of cylinders.
Number of heads.
Precomp
Landing Zone
Sector
Write precompensation cylinder.
Landing zone.
Number of sectors.
Halt On
Allows you to determine whether the system will stop for an error during the POST.
Options are: "All Errors," "No Errors," "All, But Keyboard" (default), "All, But Diskette," "All, But Disk/Key."
Memory
These fields are read-only and are determined by the BIOS POST.
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2-5 Advanced BIOS Features
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Advanced BIOS Features
Item Help
Virtualization
[Enabled]
[Auto]
[Disabled]
[Auto]
Enabled
Enabled
Menu Level
AMD K8 Cool&Quiet control
CPU Unlock (Note)
CPU core Control
CPU core 0 (Note)
x
x
x
x
CPU core 1(Note)
CPU core 2(Note)
Enabled
Enabled
CPU core 3(Note)
Hard Disk Boot Priority
First Boot Device
Second Boot Device
Third Boot Device
Password Check
[Press Enter]
[Hard Disk]
[CDROM]
[USB-FDD]
[Setup]
HDD S.M.A.R.T. Capability
Away Mode
Init Display First
Frame Buffer Size
Onboard GPU
[Disabled]
[Disabled]
[PEG]
[Auto]
[Enable If No Ext PEG]
: Move
Enter: Select
+/-/PU/PD: Value
F10: Save
ESC: Exit
F1: General Help
F5: Previous Values
F6: Fail-Safe Defaults
F7: Optimized Defaults
Virtualization
Virtualization allows a platform to run multiple operating systems and applications in independent parti-
tions. With virtualization, one computer system can function as multiple virtual systems.
(Default: Enabled)
AMD K8 Cool&Quiet control
Auto
Lets the AMD Cool'n'Quiet driver dynamically adjust the CPU clock and VID to
reduce heat output from your computer and its power consumption. (Default)
Disables this function.
Disabled
(Note)
CPU Unlock
Allows you to determine whether to unlock hidden CPU cores. (Default: Disabled)
CPU core Control
Allows you to determine whether to manually enable/disable CPU Core 2 and Core 3. Manual allows the
two items below to be configurable.
Auto
Lets the BIOS to enable all CPU cores (number of cores available depends on the
CPU being used).
Manual
CPU core 0 (Note)
Allows you to individually enable/disable CPU Core 2 and Core 3.
Enables or disables CPU Core 0. (Default: Enabled)
CPU core 1(Note)
Enables or disables CPU Core 1. (Default: Enabled)
CPU core 2 (Note)
Enables or disables CPU Core 2. (Default: Enabled)
CPU core 3(Note)
Enables or disables CPU Core 3. (Default: Enabled)
Hard Disk Boot Priority
Specifies the sequence of loading the operating system from the installed hard drives.
(Note) This item appears only when you install a CPU that supports this feature.
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First/Second/Third Boot Device
Specifies the boot order from the available devices.
Password Check
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 Set Supervisor/User Password item in
the BIOS Main Menu.
Setup
System
A password is only required for entering the BIOS Setup program. (Default)
A password is required for booting the system and for entering the BIOS Setup
program.
HDD S.M.A.R.T. Capability
Enables or disables the S.M.A.R.T. (Self Monitoring and Reporting Technology) capability of your hard
drive. This feature allows your system to report read/write errors of the hard drive and to issue warnings
when a third party hardware monitor utility is installed. (Default: Enabled)
Away Mode
Enables or disables Away Mode in Windows XP Media Center operating system. Away Mode allows the
system to silently perform unattended tasks while in a low-power mode that appears off.
(Default: Disabled)
Init Display First
Specifies the first initiation of the monitor display from the installed PCI graphics card, PCI Express
graphics card, or the onboard graphics.
PCI Slot
Sets the PCI graphics card as the first display.
Onboard VGA Sets the onboard graphics as the first display.
PEG
Sets the PCI Express graphics card as the first display. (Default)
Frame Buffer Size
Frame buffer size is the total amount of system memory allocated solely for the onboard graphics controller.
MS-DOS, for example, will use only this memory for display. Options are: Auto (Default), Disabled, 32M, 64M,
128M, 256M.
Onboard GPU
Enables or disables the onboard graphics function.
Enable If No Ext PEG
Activates the onboard graphics only if no PCI Express graphics card is installed. (Default)
Always Enable
Always activates the onboard graphics, whether or not a PCI Express card is installed. If you wish to set
up a dual view configuration, set this item to Always Enable.
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2-6 Integrated Peripherals
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Integrated Peripherals
Item Help
NV Serial-ATA Controller
Serial-ATA RAID Config
Onboard Audio Function
On-Chip MAC Lan
[All Enabled]
[Press Enter]
[Auto]
Menu Level
[Auto]
Onboard LAN Boot ROM
Onboard Serial Port 1
Onboard Parallel Port
Parallel Port Mode
[Disabled]
[3F8/IRQ4]
[378/IRQ7]
[SPP]
x
ECP Mode Use DMA
USB Controllers
3
[Enabled]
[Enabled]
[Enabled]
USB Legacy Function
USB Storage Function
: Move
F5: Previous Values
Enter: Select
+/-/PU/PD: Value
F6: Fail-Safe Defaults
F10: Save
ESC: Exit
F7: Optimized Defaults
F1: General Help
NV Serial-ATA Controller
Enables or disables the integrated SATA controller(s). You can select whether to enable all SATA control-
lers or only the first SATA controller. (Default: All Enabled)
Serial-ATA RAID Config
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Serial-ATA RAID Config
Item Help
NV SATA RAID function
NV SATA 1 Primary RAID
NV SATA 1 Secondary RAID
NV SATA 2 Primary RAID
NV SATA 2 Secondary RAID
[Disabled]
Enabled
Enabled
Enabled
Enabled
Menu Level
x
x
x
x
: Move
F5: Previous Values
Enter: Select
+/-/PU/PD: Value
F6: Fail-Safe Defaults
F10: Save
ESC: Exit
F7: Optimized Defaults
F1: General Help
NV SATA RAID function
Enables or disables RAID for the integrated SATA 3Gb/s controllers. Enabled allows you to configure
RAID for individual SATA channel. (Default: Disabled)
NV SATA 1 Primary RAID
Enables or disables RAID for the first channel of the first integrated SATA 3Gb/s controller. This item is
configurable only when the NV SATA RAID function item is set to Enabled. (Default: Enabled)
NV SATA 1 Secondary RAID
Enables or disables RAID for the second channel of the first integrated SATA 3Gb/s controller. This item
is configurable only when the NV SATA RAID function item is set to Enabled. (Default: Enabled)
NV SATA 2 Primary RAID
Enables or disables RAID for the first channel of the second integrated SATA 3Gb/s controller. This item
is configurable only when the NV SATA RAID function item is set to Enabled. (Default: Enabled)
NV SATA 2 Secondary RAID
Enables or disables RAID for the second channel of the second integrated SATA 3Gb/s controller. This
item is configurable only when the NV SATA RAID function item is set to Enabled. (Default: Enabled)
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Onboard Audio Function
Enables or disables the onboard audio function. (Default: Auto)
If you wish to install a 3rd party add-in audio card instead of using the onboard audio, set this item to
Disabled.
On-Chip MAC Lan
Enables or disables the onboard LAN function. (Default: Auto)
If you wish to install a 3rd party add-in network card instead of using the onboard LAN, set this item to
Disabled.
Onboard LAN Boot ROM
Allows you to decide whether to activate the boot ROM integrated with the onboard LAN chip.
(Default: Disabled)
Onboard Serial Port 1
Enables or disables the first serial port and specifies its base I/O address and corresponding interrupt.
Options are: Auto, 2F8/IRQ3, 3F8/IRQ4(default), 3E8/IRQ4, 2E8/IRQ3, Disabled.
Onboard Parallel Port
Enables or disables the onboard parallel port (LPT) and specifies its base I/O address and correspond-
ing interrupt. Options are: 378/IRQ7 (default), 278/IRQ5, 3BC/IRQ7, Disabled.
Parallel Port Mode
Selects an operating mode for the onboard parallel (LPT) port. Options are: SPP (Standard Parallel Port)
(default), EPP (Enhanced Parallel Port), ECP (Extended Capabilities Port), ECP+EPP.
ECP Mode Use DMA
Selects DMA channel for the LPT port in ErP mode. This item is configurable only when Parallel Port
Mode is set to ECP or ECP+EPP mode. Options are: 3 (default), 1.
USB Controllers
Enables or disables the integrated USB controllers. (Default: Enabled)
Disabled will turn off all of the USB functionalities below.
USB Legacy Function
Allows USB keyboard to be used in MS-DOS. (Default: Enabled)
USB Storage Function
Determines whether to detect USB storage devices, including USB flash drives and USB hard drives
during the POST. (Default: Enabled)
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2-7 Power Management Setup
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Power Management Setup
Item Help
ACPI Suspend Type
Soft-Off by Power button
PME Event Wake Up
Modem Ring On
USB Resume from Suspend
Power-On by Alarm
Day of Month Alarm
Time (hh:mm:ss) Alarm
HPET Support (Note)
HPET Mode (Note)
[S3(STR)]
[Instant-Off]
[Enabled]
[Enabled]
[Enabled]
[Disabled]
Everyday
0 : 0 : 0
[Enabled]
[32-bit mode]
[Disabled]
[Disabled]
Enter
Menu Level
x
x
Power On By Mouse
Power On By Keyboard
KB Power ON Password
AC Back Function
x
[Soft-Off]
[Disabled]
ErP Support
: Move
F5: Previous Values
Enter: Select
+/-/PU/PD: Value
F6: Fail-Safe Defaults
F10: Save
ESC: Exit
F7: Optimized Defaults
F1: General Help
ACPI Suspend Type
Specifies the ACPI sleep state when the system enters suspend.
S1(POS)
Enables the system to enter the ACPI S1 (Power on Suspend) sleep state.
In S1 sleep state, the system appears suspended and stays in a low power mode.
The system can be resumed at any time.
S3(STR)
Enables the system to enter the ACPI S3 (Suspend to RAM) sleep state (default).
In S3 sleep state, the system appears to be off and consumes less power than in
the S1 state. When signaled by a wake-up device or event, the system resumes to
its working state exactly where it was left off.
Soft-Off by Power button
Configures the way to turn off the computer in MS-DOS mode using the power button.
Instant-Off
Press the power button and then the system will be turned off instantly. (Default)
Delay 4 Sec. Press and hold the power button for 4 seconds to turn off the system. If the power
button is pressed for less than 4 seconds, the system will enter suspend mode.
PME Event Wake Up
Allows the system to be awakened from an ACPI sleep state by a wake-up signal from a PCI or PCIe de-
vice. Note: To use this function, you need an ATX power supply providing at least 1A on the +5VSB lead.
(Default: Enabled)
Modem Ring On
Allows the system to be awakened from an ACPI sleep state by a wake-up signal from a modem that
supports wake-up function. (Default: Enabled)
USB Resume from Suspend
Allows the system to be awakened from ACPI S3 sleep state by a wake-up signal from the installed USB
device. (Default: Enabled)
(Note) Supported on Windows 7/Vista operating system only.
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Power-On by Alarm
Determines whether to power on the system at a desired time. (Default: Disabled)
If enabled, set the date and time as following:
Day of Month Alarm: Turn on the system at a specific time on each day or on a specific day in a
month.
Time (hh: mm: ss) Alarm: 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.
HPET Support(Note)
Enables or disables High Precision Event Timer (HPET) for Windows 7/Vista operating system.
(Default: Enabled)
HPET Mode(Note)
Allows you to select the HPET mode for your Windows 7/Vista operating system. This item is configu-
rable only when the HPET Support is set to Enabled. (Default: 32-bit mode)
Power On By Mouse
Allows the system to be turned on by a PS/2 mouse wake-up event. (Default: Disabled)
Note: To use this function, you need an ATX power supply providing at least 1A on the +5VSB lead.
Double Click Double click on left button on the PS/2 mouse to turn on the system.
Power On By Keyboard
Allows the system to be turned on by a PS/2 keyboard wake-up event. (Default: Disabled)
Note: you need an ATX power supply providing at least 1A on the +5VSB lead.
Password
Any KEY
Set a password with 1~5 characters to turn on the system.
Press any key on the keyboard to turn on the system.
Keyboard 98 Press POWER button on the Windows 98 keyboard to turn on the system.
KB Power ON Password
Set the password when Power On by Keyboard is set to Password. Press <Enter> on this item and set
a password with up to 5 characters and then press <Enter> to accept. To turn on the system, enter the
password and press <Enter>.
Note: To cancel the password, press <Enter> on this item. When prompted for the password, press <En-
ter> again without entering the password to clear the password settings.
AC Back Function
Determines the state of the system after the return of power from an AC power loss.
Soft-Off
Full-On
The system stays off upon the return of the AC power. (Default)
The system is turned on upon the return of the AC power.
ErP Support
Determines whether to let the system consume less than 1W power in S5 (shutdown) state. (Default:
Disabled)
Note: When this item is set to Enabled, the following four functions will become unavailable:
PME event wake up, power on by mouse, power on by keyboard, and wake on LAN.
(Note) Supported on Windows 7/Vista operating system only.
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2-8 PnP/PCI Configurations
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PnP/PCI Configurations
Item Help
PCI1 IRQ Assignment
PCI2 IRQ Assignment
[Auto]
[Auto]
Menu Level
: Move Enter: Select
F5: Previous Values
+/-/PU/PD: Value
F6: Fail-Safe Defaults
F10: Save
ESC: Exit
F7: Optimized Defaults
F1: General Help
PCI1/2 IRQ Assignment
Auto
BIOS auto-assigns IRQ to the first/second PCI slot. (Default)
Assigns IRQ 3,4,5,7,9,10,11,12,14,15 to the first/second PCI slot.
3,4,5,7,9,10,11,12,14,15
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PC Health Status
Item Help
Reset Case Open Status
Case Opened
Vcore
DDR3 1.5V
+3.3V
[Disabled]
No
Menu Level
1.364V
1.520V
3.280V
12.048V
+12V
Current System Temperature
Current CPU Temperature
Current CPU FAN Speed
Current SYSTEM FAN Speed
System Warning Temperature
CPU Warning Temperature
CPU FAN Fail Warning
SYSTEM FAN Fail Warning
CPU Smart FAN Control
CPU Smart FAN Mode
38oC
36oC
1962 RPM
0 RPM
[Disabled]
[Disabled]
[Disabled]
[Disabled]
[Enabled]
[Auto]
: Move Enter: Select
F5: Previous Values
+/-/PU/PD: Value
F6: Fail-Safe Defaults
F10: Save
ESC: Exit
F7: Optimized Defaults
F1: General Help
Reset Case Open Status
Keeps or clears the record of previous chassis intrusion status. Enabled clears the record of previous
chassis intrusion status and the Case Opened field will show "No" at next boot. (Default: Disabled)
Case Opened
Displays the detection status of the chassis intrusion detection device attached to the motherboard CI
header. If the system chassis cover is removed, this field will show "Yes", otherwise it will show "No". To
clear the chassis intrusion status record, set Reset Case Open Status to Enabled, save the settings to
the CMOS, and then restart your system.
Current Voltage(V) Vcore/DDR3 1.5V/+3.3V/+12V
Displays the current system voltages.
Current System/CPU Temperature
Displays current system/CPU temperature.
Current CPU/SYSTEM FAN Speed (RPM)
Displays current CPU/system fan speed.
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System/CPU Warning Temperature
Sets the warning threshold for system/CPU temperature. When system/CPU temperature exceeds
the threshold, BIOS will emit warning sound. Options are: Disabled (default), 60oC/140oF, 70oC/158oF,
80oC/176oF, 90oC/194oF.
CPU/SYSTEM FAN Fail Warning
Allows the system to emit warning sound if the CPU/system fan is not connected or fails. Check the fan
condition or fan connection when this occurs. (Default: Disabled)
CPU Smart FAN Control
Enables or disables the CPU fan speed control function. Enabled allows the CPU fan to run at different
speed according to the CPU temperature. You can adjust the fan speed with EasyTune based on system
requirements. If disabled, the CPU fan runs at full speed. (Default: Enabled)
CPU Smart FAN Mode
Specifies how to control CPU fan speed. This item is configurable only when CPU Smart FAN Control
is set to Enabled.
Auto
Lets the BIOS automatically detect the type of CPU fan installed and sets the optimal
CPU fan control mode. (Default)
Voltage
PWM
Sets Voltage mode for a 3-pin CPU fan.
Sets PWM mode for a 4-pin CPU fan.
2-10 Load Fail-Safe Defaults
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Standard CMOS Features
Advanced BIOS Features
Integrated Peripherals
Load Fail-Safe Defaults
Load Optimized Defaults
Set Supervisor Password
Set User Password
Power Manageme
PnP/PCI Configur
PC Health Status
Load Fail-Safe Defaults (Y/N)? N
ESC: Quit
: Select Item
F8: Q-Flash
F10: Save & Exit Setup
Load Fail-Safe Defaults
Press <Enter> on this item and then press the <Y> key to load the safest BIOS default settings.
In case system instability occurs, you may try to load Fail-Safe defaults, which are the safest and most stable
BIOS settings for the motherboard.
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2-11 Load Optimized Defaults
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MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.)
Standard CMOS Features
Advanced BIOS Features
Integrated Peripherals
Load Fail-Safe Defaults
Load Optimized Defaults
Set Supervisor Password
Set User Password
Power Manageme
PnP/PCI Configur
PC Health Status
Load Optimized Defaults (Y/N)? N
ESC: Quit
: Select Item
F8: Q-Flash
F10: Save & Exit Setup
Load Optimized Defaults
Press <Enter> on this item and then press the <Y> key 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.
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Standard CMOS Features
Advanced BIOS Features
Integrated Peripherals
Load Fail-Safe Defaults
Load Optimized Defaults
Set Supervisor Password
Set User Password
Power Manageme
Enter Password:
PnP/PCI Configur
PC Health Status
ESC: Quit
: Select Item
F8: Q-Flash
F10: Save & Exit Setup
Change/Set/Disable Password
Press <Enter> on this item and type the password with up to 8 characters and then press <Enter>. You will
be requested to confirm the password. Type the password again and press <Enter>.
The BIOS Setup program allows you to specify two separate passwords:
Supervisor Password
When a system password is set and the Password Check item in Advanced BIOS Features is set to
Setup, you must enter the supervisor password for entering BIOS Setup and making BIOS changes.
When the Password Check item is set to System, you must enter the supervisor password (or user
password) at system startup and when entering BIOS Setup.
User Password
When the Password Check item is set to System, you must enter the supervisor password (or user
password) at system startup to continue system boot. In BIOS Setup, you must enter the supervisor
password if you wish to make changes to BIOS settings. The user password only allows you to view the
BIOS settings but not to make changes.
To clear the password, press <Enter> on the password item and when requested for the password, press
<Enter> again. The message "PASSWORD DISABLED" will appear, indicating the password has been can-
celled.
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Standard CMOS Features
Advanced BIOS F
Integrated Periphe
Load Fail-Safe Defaults
Load Optimized Defaults
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Save to CMOS and EXIT (Y/N)? Y
Save & Exit Setup
Exit Without Saving
Power Management Setup
PnP/PCI Configurations
PC Health Status
ESC: Quit
: Select Item
F8: Q-Flash
F10: Save & Exit Setup
Save Data to CMOS
Press <Enter> on this item and press the <Y> key. This saves the changes to the CMOS and exits the BIOS
Setup program. Press <N> or <Esc> to return to the BIOS Setup Main Menu.
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Standard CMOS Features
Advanced BIOS F
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Load Optimized Defaults
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Quit Without Saving (Y/N)? N
Save & Exit Setup
Exit Without Saving
Power Management Setup
PnP/PCI Configurations
PC Health Status
ESC: Quit
: Select Item
F8: Q-Flash
F10: Save & Exit Setup
Abandon all Data
Press <Enter> on this item and press the <Y> key. This exits the BIOS Setup without saving the changes
made in BIOS Setup to the CMOS. Press <N> or <Esc> to return to the BIOS Setup Main Menu.
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Chapter 3 Drivers Installation
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Before installing the drivers, first install the operating system.
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After installing the operating system, insert the motherboard driver disk into your optical drive.
The driver Autorun screen is automatically displayed which looks like that shown in the screen
shot below. (If the driver Autorun screen does not appear automatically, go to My Computer,
double-click the optical drive and execute the Run.exe program.)
Installing Chipset Drivers
After inserting the driver disk, "Xpress Install" will automatically scan your system and then list all the drivers
that are recommended to install. You can click the Install All button and "Xpress Install" will install all the rec-
ommended drivers. Or click Install Single Items to manually select the drivers you wish to install.
Chapter 4 Appendix
Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s)
Before you begin
Please prepare:
• At least two SATA hard drives (to ensure optimal performance, it is recommended that you use two hard
drives with identical model and capacity). If you do not want to create RAID, you may prepare only one
hard drive.
• An empty formatted floppy disk.
• Windows Vista/XP setup disk.
• Motherboard driver disk.
Configuring the Onboard SATA Controller
A. Installing SATA hard drive(s) in your computer
Attach one end of the SATA signal cable to the rear of the SATA hard drive and the other end to available
SATA port on the motherboard. Then connect the power connector from your power supply to the hard drive.
B. Configuring SATA controller mode in BIOS Setup
Make sure to configure the SATA controller mode correctly in system BIOS Setup. For the BIOS Setup
menus, refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Integrated Peripherals."
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Steps:
1. Turn on your computer and press <Delete> to enter BIOS Setup during the POST (Power-On Self-Test).
Under Integrated Peripherals, make sure NV Serial-ATA Controller is enabled. To enable RAID, go to
the Serial-ATA RAID Config sub-menu.
2. Set NV SATA RAID function to Enabled to enable RAID control for each SATA connector. Then enable
the SATA channels with hard drives that you want to use for RAID (for example, NV SATA 1 Primary
RAID controls the SATA2_0 connector and NV SATA 1 Secondary RAID controls the SATA2_1 connector).
3. Save changes and exit BIOS Setup.
The BIOS Setup options described in this section may differ from the exact settings for your mother-
board. The actual BIOS Setup options you will see shall depend on the motherboard you have and
the BIOS version.
C. Configuring RAID set in RAID BIOS
Enter the RAID BIOS setup utility to configure a RAID array. After the POST memory test begins and before
the operating system boot begins, look for a message which says "Press <F10> to enter RAID setup utility."
Hit the <F10> key to enter the NVIDIA RAID setup utility.
Steps:
1. Press the <Tab> key to move from field to field until the appropriate field is highlighted.
2. In the RAID Mode field, use the up or down arrow key to select a RAID mode. The following procedure dem-
onstrates how a RAID 0 array (Striping) is created.
3. In the Striping Block field, use the up or down arrow key to set the striping block size. The striping block
size can be set from 4 KB to 128 KB.
4. Next, press <Tab> to move to the Free Disks block. Select the target hard drives using the up or down
arrow key and use the right arrow key to add the hard drives to the Array Disks block.
5. Press <F7>. A message which says "Clear disk data?" appears. Press <Y> to confirm. (If the hard drives
contain a previously created RAID array, you need to press <Y> to clear the data in the hard drives.)
After that, the Array List screen appears, displaying the RAID array that you have created.
6. To exit the NVIDIA RAID setup utility, press <Esc> in the main menu or <Ctrl>+<X> in the Array List
screen. Now, you can proceed to the installation of the SATA controller driver and operating system.
Making a SATA RAID Driver Diskette
Copy the driver for the SATA controller from the motherboard driver disk to a floppy disk (for Windows XP) or
a USB flash drive (for Windows 7/Vista). For example, to copy the RAID driver for Windows XP 32-bit operat-
ing system, copy the driver from the following directory to your floppy disk: BootDrv\UDA\WinXP\sataraid
Installing the SATA RAID Driver and Operating System
A. Installing Windows XP
Restart your system to boot from the Windows XP setup disk and press <F6> as soon as you see the mes-
sage "Press F6 if you need to install a 3rd party SCSI or RAID driver." Insert the floppy disk containing the
SATA controller driver. Follow the on-screen instructions to install the two drivers displayed. When completed,
proceed with the Windows XP installation.
B. Installing Windows 7/Vista
Restart your system to boot from the Windows 7/Vista setup disk and perform standard OS installation steps.
Select Load Driver. Insert the floppy disk/USB flash drive (for users using a SATA optical drive) containing
the driver or insert the motherboard driver disk. For Windows 7, browse to BootDrv\UDA\Win7\sataraid to
load the driver and continue the OS installation. For Windows Vista, browse to BootDrv\UDA\Win Vista\sat-
araid to load the driver and continue the OS installation.
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