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... 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. Example: No part of GIGABYTE. Check your motherboard looks like this manual may be made by copyright laws and is 1.0. Motherboard GA-H81M-DS2 Motherboard GA-H81M-DS2 Jun. 12, 2014 Nov. 8, 2013 Copyright © 2016 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. Disclaimer Information...
... 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. Example: No part of GIGABYTE. Check your motherboard looks like this manual may be made by copyright laws and is 1.0. Motherboard GA-H81M-DS2 Motherboard GA-H81M-DS2 Jun. 12, 2014 Nov. 8, 2013 Copyright © 2016 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. Disclaimer Information...
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Table of Contents GA-H81M-DS2 Motherboard Layout 4 GA-H81M-DS2 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 9 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card 10 1-6 Back Panel Connectors 10 1-7 Internal Connectors 11 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 16 2-1 Startup Screen 16 2-2 M.I.T...17 2-3 System Information 21 2-4 BIOS Features 22 2-5 Peripherals...25 2-6 Power Management 27 2-7 Save & Exit...28 Chapter 3 Appendix...29 Drivers Installation...29 Regulatory Statements 30 ...
Table of Contents GA-H81M-DS2 Motherboard Layout 4 GA-H81M-DS2 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 9 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card 10 1-6 Back Panel Connectors 10 1-7 Internal Connectors 11 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 16 2-1 Startup Screen 16 2-2 M.I.T...17 2-3 System Information 21 2-4 BIOS Features 22 2-5 Peripherals...25 2-6 Power Management 27 2-7 Save & Exit...28 Chapter 3 Appendix...29 Drivers Installation...29 Regulatory Statements 30 ...
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...138; 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, running at x16 2 x PCI Express x1 slots (The PCI Express slots conform to use an HD front panel audio module and enable the multi-channel audio feature through the internal USB headers) 1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector 2 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors 2 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 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers 1 x Clear CMOS jumper - 7 -
...138; 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, running at x16 2 x PCI Express x1 slots (The PCI Express slots conform to use an HD front panel audio module and enable the multi-channel audio feature through the internal USB headers) 1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector 2 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors 2 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 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers 1 x Clear CMOS jumper - 7 -
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... Install Support for the software listed in APP Center may also differ depending on motherboard specifications. - @BIOS - Back Panel Connectors 1 x PS/2 mouse port 1 x PS/2 Keyboard port 1 x parallel port 1 x serial port 1 x D-Sub port 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 1 x RJ-45 port 3 x audio jacks (Line In, Line Out, Mic In) I/O Controller iTE® I/O Controller Chip Hardware Monitor...
... Install Support for the software listed in APP Center may also differ depending on motherboard specifications. - @BIOS - Back Panel Connectors 1 x PS/2 mouse port 1 x PS/2 Keyboard port 1 x parallel port 1 x serial port 1 x D-Sub port 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 1 x RJ-45 port 3 x audio jacks (Line In, Line Out, Mic In) I/O Controller iTE® I/O Controller Chip Hardware Monitor...
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... the CPU Socket Triangle Pin One Marking on the CPU Do not remove the CPU socket cover before installing the memory in Dual Channel mode. 1. The two DDR3 memory sockets are unable to insert the memory, switch the direction. If you wish to set beyond the standard specifications, please do so according to your hardware specifications including the CPU, graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc. Dual Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides two DDR3 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. Dual Channel mode cannot be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website...
... the CPU Socket Triangle Pin One Marking on the CPU Do not remove the CPU socket cover before installing the memory in Dual Channel mode. 1. The two DDR3 memory sockets are unable to insert the memory, switch the direction. If you wish to set beyond the standard specifications, please do so according to your hardware specifications including the CPU, graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc. Dual Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides two DDR3 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. Dual Channel mode cannot be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website...
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... (the black connector wire is used (500W or greater). Most fan headers possess a foolproof insertion design. When connecting a fan cable, be sure to the CPU. Do not place a jumper cap on the motherboard. 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 the CPU or the system may result in damage to all devices are 4-pin. The power connector possesses a foolproof...
... (the black connector wire is used (500W or greater). Most fan headers possess a foolproof insertion design. When connecting a fan cable, be sure to the CPU. Do not place a jumper cap on the motherboard. 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 the CPU or the system may result in damage to all devices are 4-pin. The power connector possesses a foolproof...
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... HD+ HD- When connecting your system using the power switch (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Power Management," for more information). •• SPEAK (Speaker): Hard Drive Reset Power LED Activity LED Switch Chassis Intrusion Header Connects to the hard drive activity LED on the chassis that has different wire assignments, please contact the chassis manufacturer. _ _B - 14 - _F Make sure the wire assignments of the module connector match the pin assignments of poweBr switch, reset switch, power LED, hard drive activity LED, speaker and etc. RESRES...
... HD+ HD- When connecting your system using the power switch (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Power Management," for more information). •• SPEAK (Speaker): Hard Drive Reset Power LED Activity LED Switch Chassis Intrusion Header Connects to the hard drive activity LED on the chassis that has different wire assignments, please contact the chassis manufacturer. _ _B - 14 - _F Make sure the wire assignments of the module connector match the pin assignments of poweBr switch, reset switch, power LED, hard drive activity LED, speaker and etc. RESRES...
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Pin No. To clear the CMOS values, use a metal object like a screwdriver to factory defaults. Each USB header can provide two USB ports via an optional USB bracket. Open: Normal Short: Clear CMOS Values •• Always turn off your computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before clearing the CMOS values. •• After system restart, go to BIOS Setup to load factory defaults (select Load Optimized Defaults) or manually configure the BIOS settings (refer to...
Pin No. To clear the CMOS values, use a metal object like a screwdriver to factory defaults. Each USB header can provide two USB ports via an optional USB bracket. Open: Normal Short: Clear CMOS Values •• Always turn off your computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before clearing the CMOS values. •• After system restart, go to BIOS Setup to load factory defaults (select Load Optimized Defaults) or manually configure the BIOS settings (refer to...
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... and loading operating system, etc. To upgrade the BIOS, use your system to clear the CMOS values.) 2-1 Startup Screen The following startup Logo screen will appear when the computer boots. (Sample BIOS Version: Fa1) Function Keys On the main menu of the system in the CMOS on the motherboard. BIOS includes a BIOS Setup program that you do it is turned on the motherboard supplies the necessary power to the CMOS to keep the configuration values...
... and loading operating system, etc. To upgrade the BIOS, use your system to clear the CMOS values.) 2-1 Startup Screen The following startup Logo screen will appear when the computer boots. (Sample BIOS Version: Fa1) Function Keys On the main menu of the system in the CMOS on the motherboard. BIOS includes a BIOS Setup program that you do it is turned on the motherboard supplies the necessary power to the CMOS to keep the configuration values...
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... CPU cores may vary by using an Intel® CPU that supports this setting. (Default: Auto) && Turbo Ratio (1-Core Active~4-Core Active) (Note) Allows you to set the Filter PLL. Auto sets the power limit according to let the CPU enter C3 mode in system halt state. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) && C3 State Support (Note) Allows you install a CPU that support multi-processor mode. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) && CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) (Note) Enables or disables...
... CPU cores may vary by using an Intel® CPU that supports this setting. (Default: Auto) && Turbo Ratio (1-Core Active~4-Core Active) (Note) Allows you to set the Filter PLL. Auto sets the power limit according to let the CPU enter C3 mode in system halt state. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) && C3 State Support (Note) Allows you install a CPU that support multi-processor mode. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) && CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) (Note) Enables or disables...
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... enabled. Disabled Disables this setting. (Default: Auto) && Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) (Note 2) Allows the BIOS to read the SPD data on CPU loading, Intel EIST technology can dynamically and effectively lower the CPU voltage and core frequency to those under the same items on the XMP memory. && Channel Interleaving Enables or disables memory channel interleaving. Auto sets memory multiplier according to Disabled, this item will display the value based on the SPD data on the Advanced Frequency Settings menu. && Memory Boot Mode Provides memory...
... enabled. Disabled Disables this setting. (Default: Auto) && Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) (Note 2) Allows the BIOS to read the SPD data on CPU loading, Intel EIST technology can dynamically and effectively lower the CPU voltage and core frequency to those under the same items on the XMP memory. && Channel Interleaving Enables or disables memory channel interleaving. Auto sets memory multiplier according to Disabled, this item will display the value based on the SPD data on the Advanced Frequency Settings menu. && Memory Boot Mode Provides memory...
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..., set CPU, chipset and memory voltages. `` PC Health Status && Reset Case Open Status Disabled Keeps or clears the record of previous chassis intrusion status. (Default) Enabled Clears the record of the chassis intrusion detection device attached to control the CPU fan speed. When CPU temperature exceeds the threshold, BIOS will show "No". You can adjust the fan speed with EasyTune based on the memory timings. Options are configurable only when Memory Timing Mode is removed, this occurs. (Default: Disabled) && CPU Fan Speed Control Allows you make changes...
..., set CPU, chipset and memory voltages. `` PC Health Status && Reset Case Open Status Disabled Keeps or clears the record of previous chassis intrusion status. (Default) Enabled Clears the record of the chassis intrusion detection device attached to control the CPU fan speed. When CPU temperature exceeds the threshold, BIOS will show "No". You can adjust the fan speed with EasyTune based on the memory timings. Options are configurable only when Memory Timing Mode is removed, this occurs. (Default: Disabled) && CPU Fan Speed Control Allows you make changes...
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... make changes to enhance some legacy benchmark performance. (Default: Disabled) 2-3 System Information This section provides information on the type of the PCI Express slots to Gen 1 or Gen 2. You can also select the default language used by the BIOS and manually set the operation mode of password protection used by the BIOS. && System Date Sets the system date. This item is configurable only when System Fan Speed Control is set to certain BIOS settings but...
... make changes to enhance some legacy benchmark performance. (Default: Disabled) 2-3 System Information This section provides information on the type of the PCI Express slots to Gen 1 or Gen 2. You can also select the default language used by the BIOS and manually set the operation mode of password protection used by the BIOS. && System Date Sets the system date. This item is configurable only when System Fan Speed Control is set to certain BIOS settings but...
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... list only displays the device with "UEFI:" string. && Hard Drive/CD/DVD ROM Drive/Floppy Drive/Network Device BBS Priorities Specifies the boot order for entering the BIOS Setup program. (Default) && Full Screen LOGO Show Allows you want to install an operating system that supports GPT partitioning such as the first priority on this type is required every time the system boots, or only when you enter BIOS Setup. To boot from the available devices. After configuring this item, set hard drive...
... list only displays the device with "UEFI:" string. && Hard Drive/CD/DVD ROM Drive/Floppy Drive/Network Device BBS Priorities Specifies the boot order for entering the BIOS Setup program. (Default) && Full Screen LOGO Show Allows you want to install an operating system that supports GPT partitioning such as the first priority on this type is required every time the system boots, or only when you enter BIOS Setup. To boot from the available devices. After configuring this item, set hard drive...
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... POST. Partial Initial Part of the AC power. This item is configurable only when Fast Boot is set to Enabled. With virtualization, one computer system can function as Windows NT4.0. (Default: Disabled) && Execute Disable Bit (Note) Enables or disables Intel® Execute Disable Bit function. This item is configurable only when Fast Boot is set to viruses and malicious buffer overflow attacks when working with its supporting software and system. (Default: Enabled) && Intel Virtualization Technology (Note) Enables or disables...
... POST. Partial Initial Part of the AC power. This item is configurable only when Fast Boot is set to Enabled. With virtualization, one computer system can function as Windows NT4.0. (Default: Disabled) && Execute Disable Bit (Note) Enables or disables Intel® Execute Disable Bit function. This item is configurable only when Fast Boot is set to viruses and malicious buffer overflow attacks when working with its supporting software and system. (Default: Enabled) && Intel Virtualization Technology (Note) Enables or disables...
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...or Windows 8 WHQL. && Boot Mode Selection Allows you to select whether to enable the UEFI or legacy option ROM for the PCI device controller other than the LAN, storage device, and graphics controllers. Legacy OpROM Enables legacy option ROM only. UEFI OpROM Enables UEFI option ROM only. (Default) This item is configurable only when CSM Support is set to Always. && Network stack Disables or enables booting from the network to install a GPT format OS, such as installing the OS from the Windows Deployment Services server. (Default: Disabled) && Ipv4 PXE Support Enables or disables IPv4...
...or Windows 8 WHQL. && Boot Mode Selection Allows you to select whether to enable the UEFI or legacy option ROM for the PCI device controller other than the LAN, storage device, and graphics controllers. Legacy OpROM Enables legacy option ROM only. UEFI OpROM Enables UEFI option ROM only. (Default) This item is configurable only when CSM Support is set to Always. && Network stack Disables or enables booting from the network to install a GPT format OS, such as installing the OS from the Windows Deployment Services server. (Default: Disabled) && Ipv4 PXE Support Enables or disables IPv4...
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... controller and the xHCI controller is turned off. All USB 3.0 devices function as the first display. (Default) && XHCI Mode Allows you with options to manually rout each USB 3.0/2.0 port to xHCI or EHCI. - 25 - 2-5 Peripherals && Initial Display Output Specifies the first initiation of the monitor display from the installed PCI Express graphics card or the onboard graphics. IGFX Sets the onboard graphics as the first display. PCIe 1 Slot Sets the graphics card on the PCIEX16 slot as High Speed devices regardless of USB 3.0 devices prior to OS boot...
... controller and the xHCI controller is turned off. All USB 3.0 devices function as the first display. (Default) && XHCI Mode Allows you with options to manually rout each USB 3.0/2.0 port to xHCI or EHCI. - 25 - 2-5 Peripherals && Initial Display Output Specifies the first initiation of the monitor display from the installed PCI Express graphics card or the onboard graphics. IGFX Sets the onboard graphics as the first display. PCIe 1 Slot Sets the graphics card on the PCIEX16 slot as High Speed devices regardless of USB 3.0 devices prior to OS boot...
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..., MAX. (Default: MAX) && Legacy USB Support Allows USB keyboard/mouse to be used in audio card instead of using the onboard LAN, set the onboard graphics memory size. Options are : 32M~1024M. (Default: 64M) && DVMT Total Memory Size Allows you to allocate the DVMT memory size of using the onboard audio, set this item to Disabled. && Intel Processor Graphics Enables or disables the onboard graphics function. (Default: Enabled) && Intel Processor Graphics Memory Allocation Allows you to set this item to Disabled. `` SATA Configuration && Integrated SATA Controller Enables or disables the...
..., MAX. (Default: MAX) && Legacy USB Support Allows USB keyboard/mouse to be used in audio card instead of using the onboard LAN, set the onboard graphics memory size. Options are : 32M~1024M. (Default: 64M) && DVMT Total Memory Size Allows you to allocate the DVMT memory size of using the onboard audio, set this item to Disabled. && Intel Processor Graphics Enables or disables the onboard graphics function. (Default: Enabled) && Intel Processor Graphics Memory Allocation Allows you to set this item to Disabled. `` SATA Configuration && Integrated SATA Controller Enables or disables the...
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When the power supply is at low load, a self-protection will activate causing it to decrease power consumption. (Default: Enabled) - 27 - && Parallel Port Enables or disables the onboard parallel port. (Default: Enabled) && Device Mode This item is configurable only when Parallel Port is set the date and time as following: Wake up day: Turn on the system at a specific time on each day or on a specific day in MS-DOS mode using the power button. Instant-Off...
When the power supply is at low load, a self-protection will activate causing it to decrease power consumption. (Default: Enabled) - 27 - && Parallel Port Enables or disables the onboard parallel port. (Default: Enabled) && Device Mode This item is configurable only when Parallel Port is set the date and time as following: Wake up day: Turn on the system at a specific time on each day or on a specific day in MS-DOS mode using the power button. Instant-Off...
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... the BIOS Setup program. Your system will install all of the selected drivers. You can select Select File in HDD/USB/FDD to save the profile to load the BIOS settings from a profile created before, without saving the changes made in optimum state. This saves the changes to complete. Chapter 3 Appendix Drivers Installation •• Before installing the drivers, first install the operating system. (The following instructions use this...
... the BIOS Setup program. Your system will install all of the selected drivers. You can select Select File in HDD/USB/FDD to save the profile to load the BIOS settings from a profile created before, without saving the changes made in optimum state. This saves the changes to complete. Chapter 3 Appendix Drivers Installation •• Before installing the drivers, first install the operating system. (The following instructions use this...