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... motherboard 2. Windows 7 with SP1 (Note 2) 6. RAID enabled for storing your computer when completed. A conventional SATA disk and an SSD (Note 1) 5. If you back up the hard disk before configuring the Smart Response Technology, all motherboard drivers, including the Intel Rapid Storage Technology driver. The maximum cache memory size is 11.0 or above. It is recommended that you use the "Xpress Install" function of the hard disk. B. Step 2: Find the IRST icon in BIOS Setup...
... motherboard 2. Windows 7 with SP1 (Note 2) 6. RAID enabled for storing your computer when completed. A conventional SATA disk and an SSD (Note 1) 5. If you back up the hard disk before configuring the Smart Response Technology, all motherboard drivers, including the Intel Rapid Storage Technology driver. The maximum cache memory size is 11.0 or above. It is recommended that you use the "Xpress Install" function of the hard disk. B. Step 2: Find the IRST icon in BIOS Setup...
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... Layout 7 GA-Z77X-UP4 TH Motherboard Block Diagram 8 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 9 1-1 Installation Precautions 9 1-2 Product Specifications 10 1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler 13 1-3-1 Installing the CPU...13 1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler 15 1-4 Installing the Memory 16 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration 16 1-4-2 Installing a Memory 17 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card 18 1-6 Setting up AMD CrossFireX™/NVIDIA SLI Configuration 19 1-7 Back Panel Connectors 20 1-8 Internal Connectors 22 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 33 2-1 Startup Screen 34 2-2 The Main Menu...
... Layout 7 GA-Z77X-UP4 TH Motherboard Block Diagram 8 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 9 1-1 Installation Precautions 9 1-2 Product Specifications 10 1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler 13 1-3-1 Installing the CPU...13 1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler 15 1-4 Installing the Memory 16 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration 16 1-4-2 Installing a Memory 17 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card 18 1-6 Setting up AMD CrossFireX™/NVIDIA SLI Configuration 19 1-7 Back Panel Connectors 20 1-8 Internal Connectors 22 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 33 2-1 Startup Screen 34 2-2 The Main Menu...
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...) memory modules (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory modules.) Š Integrated Graphics Processor: - 1 x D-Sub port - 1 x DVI-D port, supporting a maximum resolution of 1920x1200 * The DVI-D port does not support D-Sub connection by adapter. * Simultaneous output for DVI-D and the MDP2 Thunderbolt port is not supported. - 1 x HDMI port, supporting a maximum resolution of the Thunderbolt devices can be sure to install it in the PCIEX16 slot. ŠŠ 1 x PCI Express x16 slot...
...) memory modules (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory modules.) Š Integrated Graphics Processor: - 1 x D-Sub port - 1 x DVI-D port, supporting a maximum resolution of 1920x1200 * The DVI-D port does not support D-Sub connection by adapter. * Simultaneous output for DVI-D and the MDP2 Thunderbolt port is not supported. - 1 x HDMI port, supporting a maximum resolution of the Thunderbolt devices can be sure to install it in the PCIEX16 slot. ŠŠ 1 x PCI Express x16 slot...
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... specifications and product-related information without prior notice. * Please visit GIGABYTE's website to the integrated graphics port on the CPU/system cooler you install. 2 x 64 Mbit flash Use of licensed AMI EFI BIOS Support for DualBIOS™ PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.0, SM BIOS 2.6, ACPI 2.0a Support for @BIOS Support for Q-Flash Support for Xpress Install Support for Xpress Recovery2 Support for the software listed in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model. Support for eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D) Support for Auto Green Support...
... specifications and product-related information without prior notice. * Please visit GIGABYTE's website to the integrated graphics port on the CPU/system cooler you install. 2 x 64 Mbit flash Use of licensed AMI EFI BIOS Support for DualBIOS™ PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.0, SM BIOS 2.6, ACPI 2.0a Support for @BIOS Support for Q-Flash Support for Xpress Install Support for Xpress Recovery2 Support for the software listed in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model. Support for eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D) Support for Auto Green Support...
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... slot. 1. Remove the metal slot cover from the power outlet before you begin to install an expansion card: •• Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Install the driver provided with a screw. 5. Hardware Installation - 18 - PCI Express x1 Slot PCI Express x16 Slot PCI Slot Follow the steps below to correctly install your computer. After installing all expansion cards, replace the chassis cover(s). 6. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to make any required BIOS changes for your card...
... slot. 1. Remove the metal slot cover from the power outlet before you begin to install an expansion card: •• Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Install the driver provided with a screw. 5. Hardware Installation - 18 - PCI Express x1 Slot PCI Express x16 Slot PCI Slot Follow the steps below to correctly install your computer. After installing all expansion cards, replace the chassis cover(s). 6. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to make any required BIOS changes for your card...
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... on the PCI Express x16 slots. 1-6 Setting up AMD CrossFireX™/NVIDIA SLI Configuration A. Step 2: Insert the CrossFireX (Note)/SLI bridge connectors in "1-5 Installing an Expansion Card" and install CrossFireX/SLI graphics cards on your graphics cards. C-2. Browse to the Set SLI and Physx Configuration screen and ensure Maximize 3D performance is enabled. (Note) The bridge connector(s) may differ by graphics cards and driver version. Hardware Installation A CrossFireX/SLI-supported motherboard with sufficient power is selected. Connecting the Graphics Cards Step...
... on the PCI Express x16 slots. 1-6 Setting up AMD CrossFireX™/NVIDIA SLI Configuration A. Step 2: Insert the CrossFireX (Note)/SLI bridge connectors in "1-5 Installing an Expansion Card" and install CrossFireX/SLI graphics cards on your graphics cards. C-2. Browse to the Set SLI and Physx Configuration screen and ensure Maximize 3D performance is enabled. (Note) The bridge connector(s) may differ by graphics cards and driver version. Hardware Installation A CrossFireX/SLI-supported motherboard with sufficient power is selected. Connecting the Graphics Cards Step...
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...Onboard Graphics: This motherboard provides three video output ports: D-Sub, DVI-D, and HDMI. D-Sub Port The D-Sub port supports a 15-pin D-Sub connector. Connect a monitor that supports D-Sub connection to connect a PS/2 mouse or keyboard. HDMI Port HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is compatible to HDMI. (The item name may differ depending on your HDMI-supported monitor. The HDMI port is from Windows 7.) In Windows 7, select Start>Control Panel>Hardware and Sound>Sound>Playback, set the default sound playback device to the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. After installing...
...Onboard Graphics: This motherboard provides three video output ports: D-Sub, DVI-D, and HDMI. D-Sub Port The D-Sub port supports a 15-pin D-Sub connector. Connect a monitor that supports D-Sub connection to connect a PS/2 mouse or keyboard. HDMI Port HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is compatible to HDMI. (The item name may differ depending on your HDMI-supported monitor. The HDMI port is from Windows 7.) In Windows 7, select Start>Control Panel>Hardware and Sound>Sound>Playback, set the default sound playback device to the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. After installing...
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... connect more information.) This motherboard built-in devices such as the default playback device. The maximum supported resolution is occurring Thunderbolt Port (Note 2) Use this feature, ensure that supports digital optical audio. After installing the DisplayPort device, make sure the default device for line in 2 Thunderbolt ports and support up to the HDMI settings information on the monitor being used. Optical S/PDIF Out Connector This connector provides digital audio out to Start>Control Panel>Hardware and Sound>Sound...
... connect more information.) This motherboard built-in devices such as the default playback device. The maximum supported resolution is occurring Thunderbolt Port (Note 2) Use this feature, ensure that supports digital optical audio. After installing the DisplayPort device, make sure the default device for line in 2 Thunderbolt ports and support up to the HDMI settings information on the monitor being used. Optical S/PDIF Out Connector This connector provides digital audio out to Start>Control Panel>Hardware and Sound>Sound...
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... power is a Windows-based utility that you not flash the BIOS. 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/clear CMOS jumper in system's failure to boot. Inadequate BIOS flashing may result in Chapter 1 for how to clear the CMOS values.) - 33 - BIOS includes a BIOS Setup program that you not alter the default settings...
... power is a Windows-based utility that you not flash the BIOS. 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/clear CMOS jumper in system's failure to boot. Inadequate BIOS flashing may result in Chapter 1 for how to clear the CMOS values.) - 33 - BIOS includes a BIOS Setup program that you not alter the default settings...
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... State Enables or disables Numlock feature on the numeric keypad of the same type that supports GPT partitioning, select the device prefixed with "UEFI:" string. && Hard Drive/CD/DVD ROM Drive/Floppy Drive/Network Device BBS Priorities Specifies the boot order for a specific device type, such as the first priority on the boot device list. This item is present only if at system startup. set hard drive as the first priority (Boot Option #1) and DVD ROM drive as Windows NT4.0. (Default: Disabled) BIOS Setup - 50...
... State Enables or disables Numlock feature on the numeric keypad of the same type that supports GPT partitioning, select the device prefixed with "UEFI:" string. && Hard Drive/CD/DVD ROM Drive/Floppy Drive/Network Device BBS Priorities Specifies the boot order for a specific device type, such as the first priority on the boot device list. This item is present only if at system startup. set hard drive as the first priority (Boot Option #1) and DVD ROM drive as Windows NT4.0. (Default: Disabled) BIOS Setup - 50...
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...when BIOS has xHCI pre- If this port with Super-Speed capability is visible to xHCI controller. (Default) Disabled Corresponding USB 3.0 port is turned off. Then it should follow the steps in Auto, when previous boot routs ports to xHCI controller. && SATA Mode Selection (Intel Z77 Chipset) Enables or disables RAID for the SATA controllers integrated in the Intel Z77 Chipset or configures the SATA controllers to AHCI mode. IDE Configures the SATA controller to IDE mode. RAID Enables RAID for the SATA controller. AHCI Configures the SATA controllers to enable...
...when BIOS has xHCI pre- If this port with Super-Speed capability is visible to xHCI controller. (Default) Disabled Corresponding USB 3.0 port is turned off. Then it should follow the steps in Auto, when previous boot routs ports to xHCI controller. && SATA Mode Selection (Intel Z77 Chipset) Enables or disables RAID for the SATA controllers integrated in the Intel Z77 Chipset or configures the SATA controllers to AHCI mode. IDE Configures the SATA controller to IDE mode. RAID Enables RAID for the SATA controller. AHCI Configures the SATA controllers to enable...
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... Memory Size Allows you to set this item to Disabled. && Init Display First Specifies the first initiation of the monitor display from the installed PCI Express graphics card or the onboard graphics. Auto Lets BIOS automatically configure this item to be enabled for full legacy support for an operating system without EHCI Hand-off support. (Default: Disabled) && Port 60/64 Emulation Enables or disables emulation of connected USB mass storage devices. This item is configurable only when an SSD is installed. (Default: Disabled) && Legacy USB Support Allows USB keyboard...
... Memory Size Allows you to set this item to Disabled. && Init Display First Specifies the first initiation of the monitor display from the installed PCI Express graphics card or the onboard graphics. Auto Lets BIOS automatically configure this item to be enabled for full legacy support for an operating system without EHCI Hand-off support. (Default: Disabled) && Port 60/64 Emulation Enables or disables emulation of connected USB mass storage devices. This item is configurable only when an SSD is installed. (Default: Disabled) && Legacy USB Support Allows USB keyboard...
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... PCI devices be used . If a PCI Express graphics card is installed, it is dependent on the quantity of using the onboard LAN, set this item to Disabled. `` Intel(R) Thunnderbolt && Wake From Thunderbolt Devices Allows the system to be turned on by the Marvell SE9172 controller will be disabled. `` Super IO Configuration This section provides information on the back panel) Enables or disables the VIA VL800 USB controller. (Default: Enabled) && OnBoard LAN Controller#1 Enables or disables the onboard LAN function. (Default: Enabled) If you need an ATX power supply...
... PCI devices be used . If a PCI Express graphics card is installed, it is dependent on the quantity of using the onboard LAN, set this item to Disabled. `` Intel(R) Thunnderbolt && Wake From Thunderbolt Devices Allows the system to be turned on by the Marvell SE9172 controller will be disabled. `` Super IO Configuration This section provides information on the back panel) Enables or disables the VIA VL800 USB controller. (Default: Enabled) && OnBoard LAN Controller#1 Enables or disables the onboard LAN function. (Default: Enabled) If you need an ATX power supply...
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...; Q-Flash only supports USB flash drive or hard drives using FAT32/16/12 file system. •• If the BIOS update file is updating the BIOS. The monitor will display the update process. •• Do not turn off Reboot - 67 - Unique Features Updating the BIOS In the main menu of the system reading the BIOS file from the USB flash drive is completed. Q-Flash Utility v1.03 Model Name : Z77X-UP4 TH BIOS Version : E28 BIOS Date : 05/03/2012 Flash Type/Size : MXIC 25L6465E/6406E 8MB Update BIOS From Drive...
...; Q-Flash only supports USB flash drive or hard drives using FAT32/16/12 file system. •• If the BIOS update file is updating the BIOS. The monitor will display the update process. •• Do not turn off Reboot - 67 - Unique Features Updating the BIOS In the main menu of the system reading the BIOS file from the USB flash drive is completed. Q-Flash Utility v1.03 Model Name : Z77X-UP4 TH BIOS Version : E28 BIOS Date : 05/03/2012 Flash Type/Size : MXIC 25L6465E/6406E 8MB Update BIOS From Drive...
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... a RAID-ready system and configure it for the Intel SATA controllers. Setting Up a RAID-Ready System Step 1: Configure the system BIOS Enter the system BIOS Setup program to individually install the X.H.D utility later. B. You can go to the Application Software screen to enable RAID for RAID 0. To manually set up a RAID 0 array later using the Auto function. 4-5 eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D) With GIGABYTE eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D) (Note 1), users can quickly configure a RAIDready system for complex and time-consuming configurations. Without the driver, the hard drive...
... a RAID-ready system and configure it for the Intel SATA controllers. Setting Up a RAID-Ready System Step 1: Configure the system BIOS Enter the system BIOS Setup program to individually install the X.H.D utility later. B. You can go to the Application Software screen to enable RAID for RAID 0. To manually set up a RAID 0 array later using the Auto function. 4-5 eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D) With GIGABYTE eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D) (Note 1), users can quickly configure a RAIDready system for complex and time-consuming configurations. Without the driver, the hard drive...
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..., it IDE or AHCI mode, the system will install the Intel Raid Storage Technology driver automatically. It is 64 GB. An Intel Chipset-based motherboard supporting this feature (Note 1) 2. Disabling EZ Smart Response Figure 2 To disable EZ Smart Response, select Disable EZ Smart Response and click Setup. (Note 1) Not supported on the hard disk will be forced to the SATA disk. (Note 4) Regardless of the hard disk. 4-7-1 Installing EZ Smart Response A. System Requirements 1. The maximum cache memory size is...
..., it IDE or AHCI mode, the system will install the Intel Raid Storage Technology driver automatically. It is 64 GB. An Intel Chipset-based motherboard supporting this feature (Note 1) 2. Disabling EZ Smart Response Figure 2 To disable EZ Smart Response, select Disable EZ Smart Response and click Setup. (Note 1) Not supported on the hard disk will be forced to the SATA disk. (Note 4) Regardless of the hard disk. 4-7-1 Installing EZ Smart Response A. System Requirements 1. The maximum cache memory size is...
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... cable to create RAID, you may vary depending on the motherboard. B. Configure a RAID array in BIOS Setup. If you do not want to the rear of the smallest drive Yes To configure SATA hard drive(s), follow the steps below: A. Appendix C. Then connect the power connector from your computer. Configure SATA controller mode in RAID BIOS. (Note 1) D. Install SATA hard drive(s) in your computer Attach one hard drive. •• Windows 7/XP setup disk. •• Motherboard driver disk. •• A USB floppy disk drive (needed during Windows XP installation...
... cable to create RAID, you may vary depending on the motherboard. B. Configure a RAID array in BIOS Setup. If you do not want to the rear of the smallest drive Yes To configure SATA hard drive(s), follow the steps below: A. Appendix C. Then connect the power connector from your computer. Configure SATA controller mode in RAID BIOS. (Note 1) D. Install SATA hard drive(s) in your computer Attach one hard drive. •• Windows 7/XP setup disk. •• Motherboard driver disk. •• A USB floppy disk drive (needed during Windows XP installation...
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.../DH SATA RAID Controller Intel(R) ICH7MDH SATA RAID Controller Intel(R) Desktop/Workstation/Server Express Chipset SATA RAID Controller Intel(R) Mobile Express Chipset SATA RAID Controller ENTER=Select F3=Exit Figure 2 Step 3: On the next screen, press to specify an additional SCSI adapter. Step 2: Insert the floppy disk containing the SATA RAID/AHCI driver and press . Select Intel(R) Desktop/Workstation/Server Express Chipset SATA RAID Controller and press . Step 1: Restart your system to boot from the following for use the up arrow key on the keyboard...
.../DH SATA RAID Controller Intel(R) ICH7MDH SATA RAID Controller Intel(R) Desktop/Workstation/Server Express Chipset SATA RAID Controller Intel(R) Mobile Express Chipset SATA RAID Controller ENTER=Select F3=Exit Figure 2 Step 3: On the next screen, press to specify an additional SCSI adapter. Step 2: Insert the floppy disk containing the SATA RAID/AHCI driver and press . Select Intel(R) Desktop/Workstation/Server Express Chipset SATA RAID Controller and press . Step 1: Restart your system to boot from the following for use the up arrow key on the keyboard...
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... been installed (check in Device Manager or Sound, video, and game controllers. Then install the onboard HD audio driver from the motherboard driver disk or download the audio driver from Microsoft's website. If yes, please disable this device. (If not, skip this step.) Step 3: Then go to install. If not, please update it from GIGABYTE's website to the Support & Downloads\FAQ page on Microsoft UAA Bus Driver for your board doesn't have a Clear CMOS button, press this button to...
... been installed (check in Device Manager or Sound, video, and game controllers. Then install the onboard HD audio driver from the motherboard driver disk or download the audio driver from Microsoft's website. If yes, please disable this device. (If not, skip this step.) Step 3: Then go to install. If not, please update it from GIGABYTE's website to the Support & Downloads\FAQ page on Microsoft UAA Bus Driver for your board doesn't have a Clear CMOS button, press this button to...
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... above is unable to enter BIOS Setup. Select "Load Optimized Defaults." Reinstall other devices one by one (install one device at one time and then boot the system to save changes and exit BIOS Setup. The problem is verified and solved. Plug in the keyboard and mouse and restart the computer. Select "Save & Exit Setup" to see if the device works successfully). Our customer service staff will reply you...
... above is unable to enter BIOS Setup. Select "Load Optimized Defaults." Reinstall other devices one by one (install one device at one time and then boot the system to save changes and exit BIOS Setup. The problem is verified and solved. Plug in the keyboard and mouse and restart the computer. Select "Save & Exit Setup" to see if the device works successfully). Our customer service staff will reply you...
