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... published in this : "REV: X.X." Changes to the specifications and features in this manual may be made by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. „„ In order to their respective owners. For example, "REV: 1.0" means the revision of...-related information, check on our website at: http://www.gigabyte.com Identifying Your Motherboard Revision The revision number on your motherboard revision before updating motherboard BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical information. Motherboard GA-B85M-D3V Motherboard GA-B85M-D3V Dec. 20, 2013 Dec. 20, 2013 Copyright ©...
... published in this : "REV: X.X." Changes to the specifications and features in this manual may be made by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. „„ In order to their respective owners. For example, "REV: 1.0" means the revision of...-related information, check on our website at: http://www.gigabyte.com Identifying Your Motherboard Revision The revision number on your motherboard revision before updating motherboard BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical information. Motherboard GA-B85M-D3V Motherboard GA-B85M-D3V Dec. 20, 2013 Dec. 20, 2013 Copyright ©...
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Table of Contents GA-B85M-D3V Motherboard Layout 4 GA-B85M-D3V Motherboard Block Diagram 5 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 6 1-1 Installation Precautions 6 1-2 Product Specifications 7 1-3 Installing the CPU 9 1-4 Installing the Memory 10 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card 10 1-6 Back Panel Connectors ...
Table of Contents GA-B85M-D3V Motherboard Layout 4 GA-B85M-D3V Motherboard Block Diagram 5 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 6 1-1 Installation Precautions 6 1-2 Product Specifications 7 1-3 Installing the CPU 9 1-4 Installing the Memory 10 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card 10 1-6 Back Panel Connectors ...
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... KB_MS_USB ATX ATX_12V_2X4 LGA1150 VGA LPT DVI SATA2 F_USB30 4 5 R_USB30 USB_LAN SATA3 AUDIO Realtek® GbE LAN CPU_FAN SYS_FAN PCIEX16 PCIEX1_1 BAT GA-B85M-D3V 02 13 iTE® Super I /O Shield The box contents above are for reference only and the actual items shall depend on the ...The box contents are subject to PCI Bridge Intel® B85 B_BIOS M_BIOS F_AUDIO COM F_USB2 F_USB1 CLR_CMOS F_PANEL Box Contents 55 GA-B85M-D3V motherboard 55 Motherboard driver disk 55 User's Manual 55 Two SATA cables 55 I /O PCIEX1_2 CODEC PCI PCIe to change without notice. - 4 ...
... KB_MS_USB ATX ATX_12V_2X4 LGA1150 VGA LPT DVI SATA2 F_USB30 4 5 R_USB30 USB_LAN SATA3 AUDIO Realtek® GbE LAN CPU_FAN SYS_FAN PCIEX16 PCIEX1_1 BAT GA-B85M-D3V 02 13 iTE® Super I /O Shield The box contents above are for reference only and the actual items shall depend on the ...The box contents are subject to PCI Bridge Intel® B85 B_BIOS M_BIOS F_AUDIO COM F_USB2 F_USB1 CLR_CMOS F_PANEL Box Contents 55 GA-B85M-D3V motherboard 55 Motherboard driver disk 55 User's Manual 55 Two SATA cables 55 I /O PCIEX1_2 CODEC PCI PCIe to change without notice. - 4 ...
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GA-B85M-D3V Motherboard Block Diagram 1 PCI Express x16 CPU CLK+/- (100 MHz) PCIe CLK (100 MHz) LGA1150 CPU DDR3 1600/1333 MHz Dual Channel Memory DVI-D x16 ...
GA-B85M-D3V Motherboard Block Diagram 1 PCI Express x16 CPU CLK+/- (100 MHz) PCIe CLK (100 MHz) LGA1150 CPU DDR3 1600/1333 MHz Dual Channel Memory DVI-D x16 ...
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Prior to installation, carefully read the user's manual and follow these procedures: •• Prior to installation, make sure they are connected tightly and securely. •• When handling the motherboard, avoid touching any installation steps or have it on top of an antistatic pad or within an electrostatic shielding container. •• Before unplugging the power supply cable from the power outlet before installing or removing the motherboard or other hardware components. •• When connecting hardware components to the internal connectors on the ...
Prior to installation, carefully read the user's manual and follow these procedures: •• Prior to installation, make sure they are connected tightly and securely. •• When handling the motherboard, avoid touching any installation steps or have it on top of an antistatic pad or within an electrostatic shielding container. •• Before unplugging the power supply cable from the power outlet before installing or removing the motherboard or other hardware components. •• When connecting hardware components to the internal connectors on the ...
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...174; Core™ i3 processors/Intel® Pentium® processors/ Intel® Celeron® processors in the LGA1150 package (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) ŠŠ L3 cache varies with CPU Chipset ŠŠ Intel® B85 Express.../1333 MHz memory modules ŠŠ Support for non-ECC memory modules ŠŠ Support for Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory modules (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory modules.) ŠŠ Integrated Graphics Processor: - 1 x D-Sub port, supporting a maximum resolution ...
...174; Core™ i3 processors/Intel® Pentium® processors/ Intel® Celeron® processors in the LGA1150 package (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) ŠŠ L3 cache varies with CPU Chipset ŠŠ Intel® B85 Express.../1333 MHz memory modules ŠŠ Support for non-ECC memory modules ŠŠ Support for Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory modules (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory modules.) ŠŠ Integrated Graphics Processor: - 1 x D-Sub port, supporting a maximum resolution ...
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EasyTune - Smart TimeLock - Supported functions of each application may differ by motherboard model. USB Blocker - EZ Setup - Smart Recovery 2 - Internal Connectors Back Panel Connectors ŠŠ 1 x system fan header ŠŠ 1 x front panel header ŠŠ 1 x front panel audio header ŠŠ 1 x USB 3.0/2.0 header ŠŠ 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers ŠŠ 1 x serial port header ŠŠ 1 x Clear CMOS jumper ŠŠ 1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse port ŠŠ 1 x parallel port ŠŠ 1 x D-Sub port ŠŠ 1 x DVI-D port ŠŠ...
EasyTune - Smart TimeLock - Supported functions of each application may differ by motherboard model. USB Blocker - EZ Setup - Smart Recovery 2 - Internal Connectors Back Panel Connectors ŠŠ 1 x system fan header ŠŠ 1 x front panel header ŠŠ 1 x front panel audio header ŠŠ 1 x USB 3.0/2.0 header ŠŠ 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers ŠŠ 1 x serial port header ŠŠ 1 x Clear CMOS jumper ŠŠ 1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse port ŠŠ 1 x parallel port ŠŠ 1 x D-Sub port ŠŠ 1 x DVI-D port ŠŠ...
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...8226;• Always turn on the computer if the CPU cooler is not recommended that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. Operating System Form Factor ŠŠ Support for Windows 8.1/8/7 ŠŠ Micro ATX Form Factor; 24.4cm...make any changes to the product specifications and product-related information without prior notice. * Please visit the Support & Downloads\Utility page on GIGABYTE's website to check the supported operating system(s) for the software listed in the "Unique Features" and "Bundled Software" columns. 1-3 Installing the...
...8226;• Always turn on the computer if the CPU cooler is not recommended that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. Operating System Form Factor ŠŠ Support for Windows 8.1/8/7 ŠŠ Micro ATX Form Factor; 24.4cm...make any changes to the product specifications and product-related information without prior notice. * Please visit the Support & Downloads\Utility page on GIGABYTE's website to check the supported operating system(s) for the software listed in the "Unique Features" and "Bundled Software" columns. 1-3 Installing the...
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... expansion card to prevent hardware damage. 1-6 Back Panel Connectors USB 2.0/1.1 Port The USB port supports the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. A memory module can be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card Read the following guidelines before you begin to install an expansion card: •• Make sure the...
... expansion card to prevent hardware damage. 1-6 Back Panel Connectors USB 2.0/1.1 Port The USB port supports the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. A memory module can be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card Read the following guidelines before you begin to install an expansion card: •• Make sure the...
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Use this port for USB devices such as an optical drive, walkman, etc. This jack can be connected to this jack. Mic In Jack (Pink) The default Mic in a 4/5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration. Connect a monitor that supports D-Sub connection to this port. The following describes the states of 1920x1200 (the actual resolutions supported depend on the monitor being used to connect front speakers in jack. Microphones must be used ). Use this audio jack for a headphone or 2-channel speaker. To configure 7.1-channel audio, you have to use an HD front panel audio module and...
Use this port for USB devices such as an optical drive, walkman, etc. This jack can be connected to this jack. Mic In Jack (Pink) The default Mic in a 4/5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration. Connect a monitor that supports D-Sub connection to this port. The following describes the states of 1920x1200 (the actual resolutions supported depend on the monitor being used to connect front speakers in jack. Microphones must be used ). Use this audio jack for a headphone or 2-channel speaker. To configure 7.1-channel audio, you have to use an HD front panel audio module and...
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1-7 Internal Connectors 1 2 10 6 13 4 5 3 7 12 11 98 1) ATX_12V_2X4 2) ATX 3) CPU_FAN 4) SYS_FAN 5) SATA3 0/1/2/3 6) SATA2 4/5 7) F_AUDIO 8) F_PANEL 9) CLR_CMOS 10) F_USB30 11) F_USB1/F_USB2 12) COM 13) BAT Read the following guidelines before turning on the computer, make sure your devices are compliant with the connectors you wish to connect. •• Before installing the devices, be sure to the connector on the motherboard. - 12 - Unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the devices. •• After installing the device and before ...
1-7 Internal Connectors 1 2 10 6 13 4 5 3 7 12 11 98 1) ATX_12V_2X4 2) ATX 3) CPU_FAN 4) SYS_FAN 5) SATA3 0/1/2/3 6) SATA2 4/5 7) F_AUDIO 8) F_PANEL 9) CLR_CMOS 10) F_USB30 11) F_USB1/F_USB2 12) COM 13) BAT Read the following guidelines before turning on the computer, make sure your devices are compliant with the connectors you wish to connect. •• Before installing the devices, be sure to the connector on the motherboard. - 12 - Unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the devices. •• After installing the device and before ...
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The power connector possesses a foolproof design. To meet expansion requirements, it is recommended that a system fan be used that can lead to an unstable or unbootable system. 5 8 1 4 ATX_12V_2X4 12 24 1 13 ATX ATX_12V_2X4: Pin No. When connecting a fan cable, be sure to the power connector in the correct orientation. 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 devices are 4-pin. Connect the power supply cable to connect it is recommended ...
The power connector possesses a foolproof design. To meet expansion requirements, it is recommended that a system fan be used that can lead to an unstable or unbootable system. 5 8 1 4 ATX_12V_2X4 12 24 1 13 ATX ATX_12V_2X4: Pin No. When connecting a fan cable, be sure to the power connector in the correct orientation. 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 devices are 4-pin. Connect the power supply cable to connect it is recommended ...
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You may connect your chassis front panel audio module to this header. SATA3 77 32 10 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Definition GND TXP TXN GND RXN RXP GND 11 6) SATA2 4/5 (SATA 3Gb/s Connectors) The SATA connectors conform to SATA 3Gb/s standard and are compatible with SATA 1.5Gb/s standard. Make sure the wire assignments of the module connector match the pin assignments of a single plug. Definition 1 MIC2_L 2 GND 3 MIC2_R 4 -ACZ_DET 5 LINE2_R 6 GND 7 FAUDIO_JD 8 No Pin 9 LINE2_L 10 GND For AC'97 Front Panel Audio: Pin No. Definition 1 MIC 2 GND 3 MIC Power 4 NC 5 Line Out (R) 6 ...
You may connect your chassis front panel audio module to this header. SATA3 77 32 10 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Definition GND TXP TXN GND RXN RXP GND 11 6) SATA2 4/5 (SATA 3Gb/s Connectors) The SATA connectors conform to SATA 3Gb/s standard and are compatible with SATA 1.5Gb/s standard. Make sure the wire assignments of the module connector match the pin assignments of a single plug. Definition 1 MIC2_L 2 GND 3 MIC2_R 4 -ACZ_DET 5 LINE2_R 6 GND 7 FAUDIO_JD 8 No Pin 9 LINE2_L 10 GND For AC'97 Front Panel Audio: Pin No. Definition 1 MIC 2 GND 3 MIC Power 4 NC 5 Line Out (R) 6 ...
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The system reports Hard Drive Reset Activity LED Switch Power LED Chassis Intrusion Header system startup status by chassis. Press the reset switch to restart the computer if the computer freezes and fails to perform a normal restart. • CI (Chassis Intrusion Header): Connects to the chassis intrusion switch/sen_sor on the chassis front panel. S B_ B 9) CLR_CMOS (Clear CMOS Jumper) Use this header, make sure the wire assignments and the pin assignments are matched correctly. To clear the CMOS values, use a metal object like a screwdriver to the power status indicator ...
The system reports Hard Drive Reset Activity LED Switch Power LED Chassis Intrusion Header system startup status by chassis. Press the reset switch to restart the computer if the computer freezes and fails to perform a normal restart. • CI (Chassis Intrusion Header): Connects to the chassis intrusion switch/sen_sor on the chassis front panel. S B_ B 9) CLR_CMOS (Clear CMOS Jumper) Use this header, make sure the wire assignments and the pin assignments are matched correctly. To clear the CMOS values, use a metal object like a screwdriver to the power status indicator ...
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Definition 11 D2+ 2 SSRX1- 12 D2- 3 SSRX1+ 13 GND 4 GND 14 SSTX2+ 5 SSTX1- 15 SSTX2- 11 10 6 SSTX1+ 7 GND 16 GND 17 SSRX2+ 8 D1- 18 SSRX2- 9 D1+ 19 VBUS 10 NC 20 No Pin F_ U Prior to installing the USB front panel, be sure to turn off your computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the USB bracket. 12) COM (Serial Port Header) The COM header can provide one serial port via an optional USB bracket. For purchasing the optional USB bracket, please contact the local dealer. Definition 1 Power (5V) 6 USB DY+ 1 9 10 1 2 2 Power (...
Definition 11 D2+ 2 SSRX1- 12 D2- 3 SSRX1+ 13 GND 4 GND 14 SSTX2+ 5 SSTX1- 15 SSTX2- 11 10 6 SSTX1+ 7 GND 16 GND 17 SSRX2+ 8 D1- 18 SSRX2- 9 D1+ 19 VBUS 10 NC 20 No Pin F_ U Prior to installing the USB front panel, be sure to turn off your computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the USB bracket. 12) COM (Serial Port Header) The COM header can provide one serial port via an optional USB bracket. For purchasing the optional USB bracket, please contact the local dealer. Definition 1 Power (5V) 6 USB DY+ 1 9 10 1 2 2 Power (...
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Danger of explosion if the battery 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 clear the CMOS values by yourself or uncertain about the battery model. •• When installing the battery, note the orientation of the positive side (+) and the negative side (-) of the battery (the positive side should face up). •• Used batteries must be lost. Gently remove the battery from the battery holder and wait for 5 seconds.) 3. Plug in the power cord and restart your computer. •• ...
Danger of explosion if the battery 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 clear the CMOS values by yourself or uncertain about the battery model. •• When installing the battery, note the orientation of the positive side (+) and the negative side (-) of the battery (the positive side should face up). •• Used batteries must be lost. Gently remove the battery from the battery holder and wait for 5 seconds.) 3. Plug in the power cord and restart your computer. •• ...
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... system, etc. To flash the BIOS, do not encounter problems using the current version of BIOS, it with caution. Or you can 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. •...
... system, etc. To flash the BIOS, do not encounter problems using the current version of BIOS, it with caution. Or you can 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. •...
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This section provides information on your overall system configurations. Whether the system will work stably with the overclock/overvoltage settings you made is dependent on the BIOS version, CPU base clock, CPU frequency, memory frequency, total memory size, CPU temperature and Vcore. Current Status This screen provides information on the CPU being installed. && CPU Frequency Displays the current operating CPU frequency. (Note) This item is dependent on CPU/memory frequencies/parameters. `` Advanced Frequency Settings && Processor Graphics Clock Allows you install a CPU that supports ...
This section provides information on your overall system configurations. Whether the system will work stably with the overclock/overvoltage settings you made is dependent on the BIOS version, CPU base clock, CPU frequency, memory frequency, total memory size, CPU temperature and Vcore. Current Status This screen provides information on the CPU being installed. && CPU Frequency Displays the current operating CPU frequency. (Note) This item is dependent on CPU/memory frequencies/parameters. `` Advanced Frequency Settings && Processor Graphics Clock Allows you install a CPU that supports ...
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Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this feature. When the CPU power consumption exceeds the specified power limit, the CPU will automatically reduce the core frequency in system halt state. of CPU Cores Enabled (Note) Allows you to set the CPU Uncore ratio. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) (Note) This item is present only when you install a CPU that supports this setting. (Default: Auto) && Uncore Ratio Allows you to set a power limit for CPU Turbo mode. Auto sets the CPU Turbo ratios according to the CPU specifications. ...
Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this feature. When the CPU power consumption exceeds the specified power limit, the CPU will automatically reduce the core frequency in system halt state. of CPU Cores Enabled (Note) Allows you to set the CPU Uncore ratio. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) (Note) This item is present only when you install a CPU that supports this setting. (Default: Auto) && Uncore Ratio Allows you to set a power limit for CPU Turbo mode. Auto sets the CPU Turbo ratios according to the CPU specifications. ...
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The C6/C7 state is a more information about Intel® CPUs' unique features, please visit Intel's website. (Note 2) This item is present only when you install a CPU that supports this function. (Default) Profile1 Uses Profile 1 settings. Profile2 (Note 2) Uses Profile 2 settings. && System Memory Multiplier Allows you to be configurable. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) && Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) (Note 2) Allows the BIOS to read the SPD data on XMP memory module(s) to enhance memory performance when enabled. Disabled ...
The C6/C7 state is a more information about Intel® CPUs' unique features, please visit Intel's website. (Note 2) This item is present only when you install a CPU that supports this function. (Default) Profile1 Uses Profile 1 settings. Profile2 (Note 2) Uses Profile 2 settings. && System Memory Multiplier Allows you to be configurable. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) && Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) (Note 2) Allows the BIOS to read the SPD data on XMP memory module(s) to enhance memory performance when enabled. Disabled ...
