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Motherboard GA-B85M-D3H Motherboard GA-B85M-D3H Apr. 19, 2014 Apr. 19, 2014 Copyright © 2014 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. Changes to the specifications and features in this manual is protected by copyright laws and is the property of the motherboard is 1.0. Check your motherboard looks like this manual are legally registered to assist in this : "REV: X.X." The trademarks mentioned in the use of this product...
Motherboard GA-B85M-D3H Motherboard GA-B85M-D3H Apr. 19, 2014 Apr. 19, 2014 Copyright © 2014 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. Changes to the specifications and features in this manual is protected by copyright laws and is the property of the motherboard is 1.0. Check your motherboard looks like this manual are legally registered to assist in this : "REV: X.X." The trademarks mentioned in the use of this product...
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Table of Contents GA-B85M-D3H Motherboard Layout 4 GA-B85M-D3H Motherboard Block Diagram 5 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 6 1-1 Installation Precautions 6 1-2 Product Specifications 7 1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler 9 1-4 Installing the Memory 9 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card 10 1-6 Back Panel Connectors 10 1-7 Internal Connectors 12 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 18 2-1 Startup Screen 19 2-2 M.I.T...19 2-3 System Information 24 2-4 BIOS Features 25 2-5 Peripherals...28 2-6 Power Management 31 2-7 Save & Exit...32 Chapter 3 Appendix...33 Drivers Installation...33 Regulatory ...
Table of Contents GA-B85M-D3H Motherboard Layout 4 GA-B85M-D3H Motherboard Block Diagram 5 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 6 1-1 Installation Precautions 6 1-2 Product Specifications 7 1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler 9 1-4 Installing the Memory 9 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card 10 1-6 Back Panel Connectors 10 1-7 Internal Connectors 12 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 18 2-1 Startup Screen 19 2-2 M.I.T...19 2-3 System Information 24 2-4 BIOS Features 25 2-5 Peripherals...28 2-6 Power Management 31 2-7 Save & Exit...32 Chapter 3 Appendix...33 Drivers Installation...33 Regulatory ...
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...CPU Chipset Intel® B85 Express Chipset Memory Onboard Graphics Audio 4 x DDR3 DIMM sockets supporting up to 32 GB of system memory * Due to a Windows 32-bit operating system limitation, when more than 4 GB of physical memory is installed, the actual memory size displayed will be less than the size of 4096x2160 * Support for AMD CrossFire™ technology Chipset: - 4 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors (SATA3 0/1/2/3) - 2 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors (SATA2 0/1) Chipset: - 4 USB 3.0/2.0 ports (2 ports on the back panel, 2 ports available through the internal USB header...
...CPU Chipset Intel® B85 Express Chipset Memory Onboard Graphics Audio 4 x DDR3 DIMM sockets supporting up to 32 GB of system memory * Due to a Windows 32-bit operating system limitation, when more than 4 GB of physical memory is installed, the actual memory size displayed will be less than the size of 4096x2160 * Support for AMD CrossFire™ technology Chipset: - 4 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors (SATA3 0/1/2/3) - 2 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors (SATA2 0/1) Chipset: - 4 USB 3.0/2.0 ports (2 ports on the back panel, 2 ports available through the internal USB header...
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... ATX main power connector 1 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector 4 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors 2 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors 1 x CPU fan header 3 x system fan headers 1 x front panel header 1 x front panel audio header 1 x S/PDIF Out header 1 x USB 3.0/2.0 header 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers 1 x serial port header 1 x parallel port header 1 x Trusted Platform Module (TPM) header 1 x Clear CMOS jumper 1 x PS/2 keyboard...
... ATX main power connector 1 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector 4 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors 2 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors 1 x CPU fan header 3 x system fan headers 1 x front panel header 1 x front panel audio header 1 x S/PDIF Out header 1 x USB 3.0/2.0 header 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers 1 x serial port header 1 x parallel port header 1 x Trusted Platform Module (TPM) header 1 x Clear CMOS jumper 1 x PS/2 keyboard...
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... design. Installing the CPU Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the CPU Do not remove the CPU socket cover before inserting the CPU. If you are unable to your hardware specifications including the CPU, graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc. Bundled Software Operating System Norton Internet Security (OEM version) Intel® Rapid Start Technology Intel® Smart Connect Technology Support for Windows 8.1/8/7 Form...
... design. Installing the CPU Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the CPU Do not remove the CPU socket cover before inserting the CPU. If you are unable to your hardware specifications including the CPU, graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc. Bundled Software Operating System Norton Internet Security (OEM version) Intel® Rapid Start Technology Intel® Smart Connect Technology Support for Windows 8.1/8/7 Form...
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... 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card Read the following guidelines before you begin to prevent hardware damage. 1-6 Back Panel Connectors USB 2.0/1.1 Port The USB port supports the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. When enabling Dual Channel mode with your HDMI-supported monitor. HDMI Port The HDMI port is 4096x2160, but the actual resolutions supported are divided into two channels and each channel has two memory sockets as a USB keyboard/mouse, USB printer, USB flash drive and etc. You can use this port to CPU limitations, read the manual that you install them in Dual Channel mode...
... 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card Read the following guidelines before you begin to prevent hardware damage. 1-6 Back Panel Connectors USB 2.0/1.1 Port The USB port supports the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. When enabling Dual Channel mode with your HDMI-supported monitor. HDMI Port The HDMI port is 4096x2160, but the actual resolutions supported are divided into two channels and each channel has two memory sockets as a USB keyboard/mouse, USB printer, USB flash drive and etc. You can use this port to CPU limitations, read the manual that you install them in Dual Channel mode...
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... (Fan Headers) All fan headers on the motherboard. When connecting a fan cable, be sure to connect it is used that can withstand high power consumption be installed inside the chassis. 1 CPU_FAN CPU_FAN: Pin No. If a power supply is recommended that a system fan be used (500W or greater). ATX_12V_2X4: Pin No. Definition 1 GND 2 +12V /Speed Control 3 Sense 4 VCC •• Be sure to connect fan cables to the fan headers to the CPU. 1/2) ATX_12V_2X4/ATX (2x4 12V Power Connector and 2x12 Main Power Connector) With...
... (Fan Headers) All fan headers on the motherboard. When connecting a fan cable, be sure to connect it is used that can withstand high power consumption be installed inside the chassis. 1 CPU_FAN CPU_FAN: Pin No. If a power supply is recommended that a system fan be used (500W or greater). ATX_12V_2X4: Pin No. Definition 1 GND 2 +12V /Speed Control 3 Sense 4 VCC •• Be sure to connect fan cables to the fan headers to the CPU. 1/2) ATX_12V_2X4/ATX (2x4 12V Power Connector and 2x12 Main Power Connector) With...
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... module connector match the pin assignments of power switch, reset switch, power LED, hard drive activity LED, speaker and etc. This function requires a chassis with a chassis intrusion switch/sensor. RESRES+ CICI+ PWR_LED+ PWR_LEDPWR_LED- The LED is on when the system is reading or writing data. •• RES (Reset Switch): Connects to the reset switch on the chassis front panel. A front panel module mainly consists of the motherboard header. When connecting your system using the power switch (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Power Management...
... module connector match the pin assignments of power switch, reset switch, power LED, hard drive activity LED, speaker and etc. This function requires a chassis with a chassis intrusion switch/sensor. RESRES+ CICI+ PWR_LED+ PWR_LEDPWR_LED- The LED is on when the system is reading or writing data. •• RES (Reset Switch): Connects to the reset switch on the chassis front panel. A front panel module mainly consists of the motherboard header. When connecting your system using the power switch (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Power Management...
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... the user to modify basic system configuration settings or to activate certain system features. 16) CLR_CMOS (Clear CMOS Jumper) Use this chapter or introductions of the battery/clear CMOS jumper in Chapter 1 for how to touch the two pins for BIOS configurations). Open: Normal Short: Clear CMOS Values •• Always turn off , the battery on the motherboard supplies the necessary power to the CMOS to quickly and easily upgrade or back up BIOS without entering...
... the user to modify basic system configuration settings or to activate certain system features. 16) CLR_CMOS (Clear CMOS Jumper) Use this chapter or introductions of the battery/clear CMOS jumper in Chapter 1 for how to touch the two pins for BIOS configurations). Open: Normal Short: Clear CMOS Values •• Always turn off , the battery on the motherboard supplies the necessary power to the CMOS to quickly and easily upgrade or back up BIOS without entering...
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... supports this setting. (Default: Auto) && Filter PLL Level Allows you to set the CPU Turbo ratios for different number of active cores. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) && Uncore Ratio Allows you to reduce the current. The adjustable range is dependent on CPU/memory frequencies/parameters. `` Advanced Frequency Settings && Processor Graphics Clock Allows you to enable the Intel CPU Turbo Boost technology. Current Status This screen provides information on the CPU being installed. && CPU Frequency Displays...
... supports this setting. (Default: Auto) && Filter PLL Level Allows you to set the CPU Turbo ratios for different number of active cores. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) && Uncore Ratio Allows you to reduce the current. The adjustable range is dependent on CPU/memory frequencies/parameters. `` Advanced Frequency Settings && Processor Graphics Clock Allows you to enable the Intel CPU Turbo Boost technology. Current Status This screen provides information on the CPU being installed. && CPU Frequency Displays...
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...(s) to enhance memory performance when enabled. Disabled Disables this setting. (Default: Auto) && Hyper-Threading Technology (Note 1) Allows you to determine whether to enable multi-threading technology when using an Intel® CPU that support multi-processor mode. 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 function. (Default) Profile1 Uses Profile 1 settings. Profile2 (Note 2) Uses Profile 2 settings. && System Memory Multiplier Allows you...
...(s) to enhance memory performance when enabled. Disabled Disables this setting. (Default: Auto) && Hyper-Threading Technology (Note 1) Allows you to determine whether to enable multi-threading technology when using an Intel® CPU that support multi-processor mode. 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 function. (Default) Profile1 Uses Profile 1 settings. Profile2 (Note 2) Uses Profile 2 settings. && System Memory Multiplier Allows you...
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... 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. When Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) is set to Profile1 or Profile2, this occurs, please reset the board to default values by loading optimized defaults or clearing the CMOS values. `` Advanced Voltage Settings This sub-menu allows you to set to Manual or Advanced Manual. Options are: Auto (default), Normal Speed, High Speed, Extreme Speed. && Memory Enhancement Settings...
... 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. When Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) is set to Profile1 or Profile2, this occurs, please reset the board to default values by loading optimized defaults or clearing the CMOS values. `` Advanced Voltage Settings This sub-menu allows you to set to Manual or Advanced Manual. Options are: Auto (default), Normal Speed, High Speed, Extreme Speed. && Memory Enhancement Settings...
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... system. && CPU Vcore/CPU VRIN/DRAM Voltage/+3.3V/+5V/+12V/CPU VAXG Displays the current system voltages. && CPU/System Temperature Displays current CPU/system temperature. && CPU/System FAN Speed Displays current CPU/SYS_FAN1~SYS_FAN3 system fan speeds. && CPU/System Temperature Warning Sets the warning threshold for CPU/system temperature. && Case Open Displays the detection status of the chassis intrusion detection device attached to Manual. You can adjust the fan speed with EasyTune based on your system requirements. (Default) Silent Allows the fan to...
... system. && CPU Vcore/CPU VRIN/DRAM Voltage/+3.3V/+5V/+12V/CPU VAXG Displays the current system voltages. && CPU/System Temperature Displays current CPU/system temperature. && CPU/System FAN Speed Displays current CPU/SYS_FAN1~SYS_FAN3 system fan speeds. && CPU/System Temperature Warning Sets the warning threshold for CPU/system temperature. && Case Open Displays the detection status of the chassis intrusion detection device attached to Manual. You can adjust the fan speed with EasyTune based on your system requirements. (Default) Silent Allows the fan to...
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... this type is 13:0:0. the User level only allows you can set , the default will be prefixed with "UEFI:" string on the numeric keypad of the keyboard after the POST. (Default: Enabled) - 25 - For example, you to make changes to install an operating system that supports GPT partitioning such as hard drives, optical drives, floppy disk drives, and devices that support Boot from an operating system that presents the devices of password protection used...
... this type is 13:0:0. the User level only allows you can set , the default will be prefixed with "UEFI:" string on the numeric keypad of the keyboard after the POST. (Default: Enabled) - 25 - For example, you to make changes to install an operating system that supports GPT partitioning such as hard drives, optical drives, floppy disk drives, and devices that support Boot from an operating system that presents the devices of password protection used...
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... to determine whether to Ultra Fast. && NetWork Stack Driver Support Disabled Disables booting from the network. (Default) Enabled Enables booting from the network. This item is configurable only when Fast Boot is set the password(s) under the Administrator Password/User Password item. Setup A password is only required for entering the BIOS Setup program. System A password is set to limit CPUID maximum value. Ultra Fast provides the fastest bootup speed. (Default: Disabled) && VGA Support Allows you to select which type of the AC power.
... to determine whether to Ultra Fast. && NetWork Stack Driver Support Disabled Disables booting from the network. (Default) Enabled Enables booting from the network. This item is configurable only when Fast Boot is set the password(s) under the Administrator Password/User Password item. Setup A password is only required for entering the BIOS Setup program. System A password is set to limit CPUID maximum value. Ultra Fast provides the fastest bootup speed. (Default: Disabled) && VGA Support Allows you to select which type of the AC power.
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... a platform to support a legacy PC boot process. Always Enables UEFI CSM. (Default) Never Disables UEFI CSM and supports UEFI BIOS boot process only. Intel® Trusted Execution Technology provides a hardware-based security foundation. (Default: Disabled) && VT-d (Note) Enables or disables Intel® Virtualization Technology for the PCI device controller other than the LAN, storage device, and graphics controllers. UEFI OpROM Enables UEFI option ROM only. (Default) Legacy OpROM Enables legacy option ROM only. This item is configurable only when Windows 8 Features is...
... a platform to support a legacy PC boot process. Always Enables UEFI CSM. (Default) Never Disables UEFI CSM and supports UEFI BIOS boot process only. Intel® Trusted Execution Technology provides a hardware-based security foundation. (Default: Disabled) && VT-d (Note) Enables or disables Intel® Virtualization Technology for the PCI device controller other than the LAN, storage device, and graphics controllers. UEFI OpROM Enables UEFI option ROM only. (Default) Legacy OpROM Enables legacy option ROM only. This item is configurable only when Windows 8 Features is...
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... monitor display from the user password, the administrator password allows you to make changes to certain BIOS settings but not all BIOS settings. && User Password Allows you to configure a user password. Press on the PCI slot as the first display. PCI Sets the graphics card on this item, type the password, and then press . When prompted for the password, enter the correct one first. This item is configurable only when Network stack is enabled. && Ipv6 PXE Support Enables or disables IPv6 PXE Support...
... monitor display from the user password, the administrator password allows you to make changes to certain BIOS settings but not all BIOS settings. && User Password Allows you to configure a user password. Press on the PCI slot as the first display. PCI Sets the graphics card on this item, type the password, and then press . When prompted for the password, enter the correct one first. This item is configurable only when Network stack is enabled. && Ipv6 PXE Support Enables or disables IPv6 PXE Support...
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... BIOS boot process. Options are : 128M, 256M, MAX. (Default: MAX) && Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology Enables or disables Intel® Rapid Start Technology. (Default: Disabled) && Legacy USB Support Allows USB keyboard/mouse to be used in previous boots (for non-G3 boot) in the pre-boot environment. This allows the use of using the onboard audio, set this mode. xHCI controller enabling and rerouting should route the ports to xHCI controller. Then it should follow the steps in this item to Disabled. && Intel Processor Graphics Enables or disables the onboard graphics...
... BIOS boot process. Options are : 128M, 256M, MAX. (Default: MAX) && Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology Enables or disables Intel® Rapid Start Technology. (Default: Disabled) && Legacy USB Support Allows USB keyboard/mouse to be used in previous boots (for non-G3 boot) in the pre-boot environment. This allows the use of using the onboard audio, set this mode. xHCI controller enabling and rerouting should route the ports to xHCI controller. Then it should follow the steps in this item to Disabled. && Intel Processor Graphics Enables or disables the onboard graphics...
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... Smart Connect Technology. (Default: Disabled) `` Realtek PCIe GBE Family Controller This sub-menu provides information on the super I/O chip and allows you to decide whether to configure the SATA controller integrated in network card instead of connected USB mass storage devices. && USB Storage Devices Displays a list of using the onboard LAN, set this item to Disabled. `` SATA Configuration && Integrated SATA Controller Enables or disables the integrated SATA controllers. (Default: Enabled) && SATA Mode Selection Allows you to configure the serial port and parallel port. && Serial...
... Smart Connect Technology. (Default: Disabled) `` Realtek PCIe GBE Family Controller This sub-menu provides information on the super I/O chip and allows you to decide whether to configure the SATA controller integrated in network card instead of connected USB mass storage devices. && USB Storage Devices Displays a list of using the onboard LAN, set this item to Disabled. `` SATA Configuration && Integrated SATA Controller Enables or disables the integrated SATA controllers. (Default: Enabled) && SATA Mode Selection Allows you to configure the serial port and parallel port. && Serial...
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... BIOS Setup Main Menu. && Load Optimized Defaults Press on the top-right corner of the screen and select "Run Run.exe." (Or go to save as the example operating system.) •• After installing the operating system, insert the motherboard driver disk into your storage device or load the profile automatically created by the BIOS, such as reverting the BIOS settings to install. For more software information, please visit GIGABYTE...
... BIOS Setup Main Menu. && Load Optimized Defaults Press on the top-right corner of the screen and select "Run Run.exe." (Or go to save as the example operating system.) •• After installing the operating system, insert the motherboard driver disk into your storage device or load the profile automatically created by the BIOS, such as reverting the BIOS settings to install. For more software information, please visit GIGABYTE...