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...Chapter 1, "Internal Connectors," for the installation notices for the U.2, M.2, and SATA connectors. - 2 - Installing hard drives Install the hard drives/SSDs in BIOS Setup. Configure SATA controller mode in the Intel® Chipset controlled connectors on the SATA controller. (Note 2) An M.2 PCIe SSD or an U.2 SSD... cannot be used to set up a RAID set , follow the steps below: A. Configuring a RAID Set (Intel® Z270/H270 Series) RAID Levels RAID 0 Minimum Number of Hard ≥2 Drives Array Capacity Number of hard drives * Size of the smallest drive Fault ...
...Chapter 1, "Internal Connectors," for the installation notices for the U.2, M.2, and SATA connectors. - 2 - Installing hard drives Install the hard drives/SSDs in BIOS Setup. Configure SATA controller mode in the Intel® Chipset controlled connectors on the SATA controller. (Note 2) An M.2 PCIe SSD or an U.2 SSD... cannot be used to set up a RAID set , follow the steps below: A. Configuring a RAID Set (Intel® Z270/H270 Series) RAID Levels RAID 0 Minimum Number of Hard ≥2 Drives Array Capacity Number of hard drives * Size of the smallest drive Fault ...
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... your computer and press to Peripherals\SATA And RST Configuration, make sure SATA Controller(s) is enabled. Finally, save the settings and exit BIOS Setup. Configuring SATA controller mode in this section may differ from the exact settings for more information. Step 1: Turn on the motherboard you... have and the BIOS version. - 3 - To configure UEFI RAID, follow the steps in "C-2." The actual BIOS Setup menu options you will see shall depend on your motherboard. Figure 1 Step 2: To use ...
... your computer and press to Peripherals\SATA And RST Configuration, make sure SATA Controller(s) is enabled. Finally, save the settings and exit BIOS Setup. Configuring SATA controller mode in this section may differ from the exact settings for more information. Step 1: Turn on the motherboard you... have and the BIOS version. - 3 - To configure UEFI RAID, follow the steps in "C-2." The actual BIOS Setup menu options you will see shall depend on your motherboard. Figure 1 Step 2: To use ...
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... hard drives you to Peripherals. Figure 3 - 4 - C-1. Using EZ RAID GIGABYTE motherboards provide you with simplified steps. RAID levels supported include RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10, and RAID 5 (the selections available depend on the EZ RAID item. Step 1: After restarting the computer, enter the BIOS Setup and go to quickly configure a RAID array with...
... hard drives you to Peripherals. Figure 3 - 4 - C-1. Using EZ RAID GIGABYTE motherboards provide you with simplified steps. RAID levels supported include RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10, and RAID 5 (the selections available depend on the EZ RAID item. Step 1: After restarting the computer, enter the BIOS Setup and go to quickly configure a RAID array with...
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Step 1: In BIOS Setup, go to BIOS Features and set Windows 8/10 Features to Windows 8/10 and CSM Support to Disabled (Figure 6). Figure 7 - 6 - UEFI RAID Configuration Only Windows 10/8.1 64-bit supports UEFI RAID configuration. Figure 6 Step 2: After the system reboot, enter BIOS Setup again. C-2. Then enter the Peripherals\Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology sub-menu (Figure 7). Save the changes and exit BIOS Setup.
Step 1: In BIOS Setup, go to BIOS Features and set Windows 8/10 Features to Windows 8/10 and CSM Support to Disabled (Figure 6). Figure 7 - 6 - UEFI RAID Configuration Only Windows 10/8.1 64-bit supports UEFI RAID configuration. Figure 6 Step 2: After the system reboot, enter BIOS Setup again. C-2. Then enter the Peripherals\Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology sub-menu (Figure 7). Save the changes and exit BIOS Setup.
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... Volume If you press + , the MAIN MENU screen will appear (Figure 14). Create RAID Volume 2. Configuring Legacy RAID ROM Enter the Intel® legacy RAID BIOS setup utility to create a RAID array, select Create RAID Volume in MAIN MENU and press . Acceleration Options 6. Exit RAID Volumes : None defined. Press + to enter...
... Volume If you press + , the MAIN MENU screen will appear (Figure 14). Create RAID Volume 2. Configuring Legacy RAID ROM Enter the Intel® legacy RAID BIOS setup utility to create a RAID array, select Create RAID Volume in MAIN MENU and press . Acceleration Options 6. Exit RAID Volumes : None defined. Press + to enter...
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... Status Normal Bootable Yes Type/Status(Vol ID) Member Disk(0) Member Disk(0) [hi]-Select [ESC]-Exit Figure 18 [ENTER]-Select Menu To exit the RAID BIOS utility, press or select 6. Option ROM - 15.2.0.2649 Copyright(C) Intel Corporation. Reset Disks to begin creating the RAID array. Acceleration Options 6. All Rights Reserved. 1. Recovery...
... Status Normal Bootable Yes Type/Status(Vol ID) Member Disk(0) Member Disk(0) [hi]-Select [ESC]-Exit Figure 18 [ENTER]-Select Menu To exit the RAID BIOS utility, press or select 6. Option ROM - 15.2.0.2649 Copyright(C) Intel Corporation. Reset Disks to begin creating the RAID array. Acceleration Options 6. All Rights Reserved. 1. Recovery...
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A. 1-2 Installing the SATA RAID/AHCI Driver and Operating System With the correct BIOS settings, you are as follows: Windows 32-bit: \iRST\f6flpy-x86 Windows 64-bit: \iRST\f6flpy-x64 Step 4: When a screen as shown in the driver ...
A. 1-2 Installing the SATA RAID/AHCI Driver and Operating System With the correct BIOS settings, you are as follows: Windows 32-bit: \iRST\f6flpy-x86 Windows 64-bit: \iRST\f6flpy-x64 Step 4: When a screen as shown in the driver ...
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... 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. Check your motherboard looks like this manual are legally registered to their respective owners. Motherboard GA-Z270-HD3 Motherboard GA-Z270-HD3 Dec. 9, 2016 Dec. 9, 2016 Copyright ©...
... 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. Check your motherboard looks like this manual are legally registered to their respective owners. Motherboard GA-Z270-HD3 Motherboard GA-Z270-HD3 Dec. 9, 2016 Dec. 9, 2016 Copyright ©...
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Table of Contents GA-Z270-HD3 Motherboard Layout 4 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 5 1-1 Installation Precautions 5 1-2 Product Specifications 6 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 12 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 19 2-1 Startup Screen 20 2-2 M.I.T...20 2-3 System...26 2-4 BIOS...27 2-5 Peripherals...30 2-6 Chipset...32 2-7 Power...33 2-8 Save & Exit...35 Chapter 3 Appendix...36 3-1 Configuring a RAID Set 36 3-2 Drivers Installation 38 Regulatory Statements 39 Contact Us...44 - 3 -
Table of Contents GA-Z270-HD3 Motherboard Layout 4 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 5 1-1 Installation Precautions 5 1-2 Product Specifications 6 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 12 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 19 2-1 Startup Screen 20 2-2 M.I.T...20 2-3 System...26 2-4 BIOS...27 2-5 Peripherals...30 2-6 Chipset...32 2-7 Power...33 2-8 Save & Exit...35 Chapter 3 Appendix...36 3-1 Configuring a RAID Set 36 3-2 Drivers Installation 38 Regulatory Statements 39 Contact Us...44 - 3 -
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...- System Information Viewer - Ambient LED - Game Boost - ON/OFF Charge - Smart Backup - Please visit GIGABYTE's website for APP Center * Available applications in APP Center may vary by motherboard model. BIOS Unique Features ...138; ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 22.5cm * GIGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to download the latest version of each application may vary depending on motherboard specifications. - 3D OSD - @BIOS - V-Tuner Support for 3TB+ Unlock Support for Q-Flash ...
...- System Information Viewer - Ambient LED - Game Boost - ON/OFF Charge - Smart Backup - Please visit GIGABYTE's website for APP Center * Available applications in APP Center may vary by motherboard model. BIOS Unique Features ...138; ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 22.5cm * GIGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to download the latest version of each application may vary depending on motherboard specifications. - 3D OSD - @BIOS - V-Tuner Support for 3TB+ Unlock Support for Q-Flash ...
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... for the latest CPU support list.) •• Always turn on the computer if the CPU cooler is installed, the BIOS will double the original memory bandwidth. A memory module can be inserted if oriented incorrectly. (Or you begin to install the memory: ...memory mode will automatically detect the specifications and capacity of the CPU Socket Triangle Pin One Marking on the surface of the CPU. Please visit GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. 1-3 Installing the CPU Read the following guidelines before installing the memory to prevent hardware damage. •• ...
... for the latest CPU support list.) •• Always turn on the computer if the CPU cooler is installed, the BIOS will double the original memory bandwidth. A memory module can be inserted if oriented incorrectly. (Or you begin to install the memory: ...memory mode will automatically detect the specifications and capacity of the CPU Socket Triangle Pin One Marking on the surface of the CPU. Please visit GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. 1-3 Installing the CPU Read the following guidelines before installing the memory to prevent hardware damage. •• ...
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S_ _ 6) SATA3 0/1/2/3/4/5 (SATA 6Gb/s CoFnnectors) The SATA connectors conform to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Peripherals\SATA And RST Configuration," for more information. The Intel® Chipset supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, and RAID 10. USB 0_ B 1 2 B_ Definition GND ...
S_ _ 6) SATA3 0/1/2/3/4/5 (SATA 6Gb/s CoFnnectors) The SATA connectors conform to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Peripherals\SATA And RST Configuration," for more information. The Intel® Chipset supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, and RAID 10. USB 0_ B 1 2 B_ Definition GND ...
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.../S5 Off when the system is in the M2A_32G connector. The LED is on the chassis front panel. Connects to this header according to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Power," for more information). Installation Notices for the M.2 and SATA Connectors: Due to the limited number of lanes provided by the Chipset, the availability...
.../S5 Off when the system is in the M2A_32G connector. The LED is on the chassis front panel. Connects to this header according to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Power," for more information). Installation Notices for the M.2 and SATA Connectors: Due to the limited number of lanes provided by the Chipset, the availability...
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...; Contact the place of purchase or local dealer if you are not able to touch the two pins for BIOS configurations). 17) BAT (Battery) iTnhtehebaCtMteOrySpwrohveidnetshepocwomerptuotekreiesptuthrneevdaoluffe.sRB_(espulcahceasthBeIbOSaSttecro_ySnwfighuernattihoensb,a_dttaetrey, and time information) voltage drops to touch the positive...SS B_ 15) TPM (Trusted Platform Module Header) 1 You may connect a TPM (Trusted Platform Module) to this jumper to clear the BIOS configuration and reset the CMOS values to factory defaults. S3 Open: Normal B SS S U __ 3 Short: Clear CMOS Values S ...
...; Contact the place of purchase or local dealer if you are not able to touch the two pins for BIOS configurations). 17) BAT (Battery) iTnhtehebaCtMteOrySpwrohveidnetshepocwomerptuotekreiesptuthrneevdaoluffe.sRB_(espulcahceasthBeIbOSaSttecro_ySnwfighuernattihoensb,a_dttaetrey, and time information) voltage drops to touch the positive...SS B_ 15) TPM (Trusted Platform Module Header) 1 You may connect a TPM (Trusted Platform Module) to this jumper to clear the BIOS configuration and reset the CMOS values to factory defaults. S3 Open: Normal B SS S U __ 3 Short: Clear CMOS Values S ...
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..., if you not flash the BIOS. If this occurs, try to clear the CMOS values and reset the board to default values. (Refer to prevent system instability or other unexpected results. 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...
..., if you not flash the BIOS. If this occurs, try to clear the CMOS values and reset the board to default values. (Refer to prevent system instability or other unexpected results. 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...
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...failure to boot. In Easy Mode, you can press the arrow keys on your overall system configurations. If this chapter are two different BIOS modes as usual, select the Load Optimized Defaults item to set your keyboard to select the item you want. Incorrectly doing overclock/overvoltage may...through configuration items. •• When the system is for optimum performance. Whether the system will appear when the computer boots. (Sample BIOS Version: T3) Function Keys There are for reference only and may result in this occurs, clear the CMOS values and reset the board to...
...failure to boot. In Easy Mode, you can press the arrow keys on your overall system configurations. If this chapter are two different BIOS modes as usual, select the Load Optimized Defaults item to set your keyboard to select the item you want. Incorrectly doing overclock/overvoltage may...through configuration items. •• When the system is for optimum performance. Whether the system will appear when the computer boots. (Sample BIOS Version: T3) Function Keys There are for reference only and may result in this occurs, clear the CMOS values and reset the board to...
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... (Note) Allows you to set the FCLK frequency. For more information about Intel® CPUs' unique features, please visit Intel's website. - 21 - Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this feature. The adjustable range is the negative offset of active cores.
... (Note) Allows you to set the FCLK frequency. For more information about Intel® CPUs' unique features, please visit Intel's website. - 21 - Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this feature. The adjustable range is the negative offset of active cores.
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... mode in system halt state. For more enhanced power-saving state than C1. This feature only works for the processor. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) && Intel(R) Speed Shift Technology (Intel® Speed Shift Technology) (Note) Enables or disables...Default: Auto) && CPU Thermal Monitor (Note) Enables or disables Intel® Thermal Monitor function, a CPU overheating protection function. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) && Package C State Limit (Note) Allows you to select the number of CPU cores to enable in...
... mode in system halt state. For more enhanced power-saving state than C1. This feature only works for the processor. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) && Intel(R) Speed Shift Technology (Intel® Speed Shift Technology) (Note) Enables or disables...Default: Auto) && CPU Thermal Monitor (Note) Enables or disables Intel® Thermal Monitor function, a CPU overheating protection function. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) && Package C State Limit (Note) Allows you to select the number of CPU cores to enable in...
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...requested cache line as well as the subsequent cache line. (Default: Enabled) && Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) (Note) Allows the BIOS to read the SPD data on XMP memory module(s) to the introductions of the memory being used; Depending on the Advanced Frequency ...Settings menu. && Memory Boot Mode (Note) Provides memory detection and training methods. Auto Lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) && Voltage Optimization Allows you to determine whether to enable voltage optimization to reduce power consumption....
...requested cache line as well as the subsequent cache line. (Default: Enabled) && Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) (Note) Allows the BIOS to read the SPD data on XMP memory module(s) to the introductions of the memory being used; Depending on the Advanced Frequency ...Settings menu. && Memory Boot Mode (Note) Provides memory detection and training methods. Auto Lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) && Voltage Optimization Allows you to determine whether to enable voltage optimization to reduce power consumption....
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... memory module or Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) is displayed according to the SPD data on the memory timings. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting and sets the voltage following Intel's specifications. (Default: Auto) `` CPU Core Voltage Control This section... Power Settings && CPU Vcore Loadline Calibration Allows you to boot after you to increase memory performance and stability. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting and sets the voltage following Intel's specifications. (Default: Auto) && VAXG Loadline Calibration Allows you make ...
... memory module or Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) is displayed according to the SPD data on the memory timings. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting and sets the voltage following Intel's specifications. (Default: Auto) `` CPU Core Voltage Control This section... Power Settings && CPU Vcore Loadline Calibration Allows you to boot after you to increase memory performance and stability. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting and sets the voltage following Intel's specifications. (Default: Auto) && VAXG Loadline Calibration Allows you make ...