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... Layout 7 GA-Z87X-UD5H 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 CrossFire™/NVIDIA® SLI™ Configuration 19 1-7 Back Panel Connectors 20 1-8 Onboard Buttons, Switches, and LEDs 22 1-9 Internal Connectors 24 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup...
... Layout 7 GA-Z87X-UD5H 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 CrossFire™/NVIDIA® SLI™ Configuration 19 1-7 Back Panel Connectors 20 1-8 Onboard Buttons, Switches, and LEDs 22 1-9 Internal Connectors 24 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup...
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... to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) L3 cache varies with CPU Chipset Intel® Z87 Express Chipset Memory 4 x 1.5V 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 sure to x8 mode. 1 x PCI Express x16 slot...
... to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) L3 cache varies with CPU Chipset Intel® Z87 Express Chipset Memory 4 x 1.5V 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 sure to x8 mode. 1 x PCI Express x16 slot...
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... 1394a headers) 1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector 1 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector 1 x PCIe power connector 10 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors 1 x CPU fan header 1 x water cooling fan header (CPU_OPT) 5 x system fan headers 1 x front panel header 1 x front panel audio header 1 x S/PDIF In header 1 x S/PDIF Out header 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 headers 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers 2 x IEEE 1394a headers 1 x serial port header 1 x Clear CMOS jumper 1 x Trusted Platform Module (TPM) header 1 x power button 1 x reset button 1 x Clear CMOS button 2 x BIOS switches Voltage measurement points 1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse port...
... 1394a headers) 1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector 1 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector 1 x PCIe power connector 10 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors 1 x CPU fan header 1 x water cooling fan header (CPU_OPT) 5 x system fan headers 1 x front panel header 1 x front panel audio header 1 x S/PDIF In header 1 x S/PDIF Out header 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 headers 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers 2 x IEEE 1394a headers 1 x serial port header 1 x Clear CMOS jumper 1 x Trusted Platform Module (TPM) header 1 x power button 1 x reset button 1 x Clear CMOS button 2 x BIOS switches Voltage measurement points 1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse port...
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... motherboard supports the expansion card. After installing all expansion cards, replace the chassis cover(s). 6. Turn on the slot and then lift the card straight out from the chassis back panel. 2. Example: Installing and Removing a PCI Express Graphics Card: •• Installing a Graphics Card: Gently push down on the top edge of the card until it is securely seated in the expansion slot. 1. Align the card with your expansion card(s). 7. Carefully read the manual that supports your expansion card...
... motherboard supports the expansion card. After installing all expansion cards, replace the chassis cover(s). 6. Turn on the slot and then lift the card straight out from the chassis back panel. 2. Example: Installing and Removing a PCI Express Graphics Card: •• Installing a Graphics Card: Gently push down on the top edge of the card until it is securely seated in the expansion slot. 1. Align the card with your expansion card(s). 7. Carefully read the manual that supports your expansion card...
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... - A CrossFire/SLI-supported motherboard with sufficient power is recommended (Refer to the Configure SLI, Surround, Physx screen and ensure Maximize 3D performance is selected. To Enable SLI Function After installing the graphics card driver in "1-5 Installing an Expansion Card" and install CrossFire/SLI graphics cards on the PCIEX16 slot. 1-6 Setting up AMD CrossFire™/NVIDIA® SLI™ Configuration A. A power supply with two PCI Express x16 slots and correct driver -- Browse to the manual of the cards. System Requirements -- Connecting the Graphics Cards Step...
... - A CrossFire/SLI-supported motherboard with sufficient power is recommended (Refer to the Configure SLI, Surround, Physx screen and ensure Maximize 3D performance is selected. To Enable SLI Function After installing the graphics card driver in "1-5 Installing an Expansion Card" and install CrossFire/SLI graphics cards on the PCIEX16 slot. 1-6 Setting up AMD CrossFire™/NVIDIA® SLI™ Configuration A. A power supply with two PCI Express x16 slots and correct driver -- Browse to the manual of the cards. System Requirements -- Connecting the Graphics Cards Step...
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... port to connect your device and then remove it from the motherboard. •• When removing the cable, pull it side to side to a back panel connector, first remove the cable from Windows 8.) In Windows 8, select All apps>Control Panel>Hardware and Sound>Sound>Playback, set the default sound playback device to the default playback device. 1-7 Back Panel Connectors PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse Port Use this port for USB devices such as a USB keyboard/mouse, USB printer, USB flash drive and etc. You can use this feature, ensure that supports...
... port to connect your device and then remove it from the motherboard. •• When removing the cable, pull it side to side to a back panel connector, first remove the cable from Windows 8.) In Windows 8, select All apps>Control Panel>Hardware and Sound>Sound>Playback, set the default sound playback device to the default playback device. 1-7 Back Panel Connectors PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse Port Use this port for USB devices such as a USB keyboard/mouse, USB printer, USB flash drive and etc. You can use this feature, ensure that supports...
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... Load Optimized Defaults) or manually configure the BIOS settings (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," for boot up or overclocking, helping to reduce BIOS failure during overclocking. The SB switch allows enabling or disabling of the Dual BIOS function. The power button DIPDIP 1 2132 3 DIP DIP 1 23 1 23 and reset button allow users to quickly turn off or reset the computer in an open-case environment when they want to change hardware components or conduct hardware testing. The LED...
... Load Optimized Defaults) or manually configure the BIOS settings (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," for boot up or overclocking, helping to reduce BIOS failure during overclocking. The SB switch allows enabling or disabling of the Dual BIOS function. The power button DIPDIP 1 2132 3 DIP DIP 1 23 1 23 and reset button allow users to quickly turn off or reset the computer in an open-case environment when they want to change hardware components or conduct hardware testing. The LED...
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... black connector wire is recommended that you connect the SATA power cable from overheating. The speed control function requires the use of a fan with fan speed control design. When connecting a fan cable, be installed inside the chassis. Most fan headers possess a foolproof insertion design. Overheating may hang. •• These fan headers are not configuration jumper blocks. DIP 1 23 PCIe power connector (SATA)(X58A-OC) Voltage measurement module(X58A-OC) DB_PORT Pin No. When two or more 1 23 graphics cards are in1stalled...
... black connector wire is recommended that you connect the SATA power cable from overheating. The speed control function requires the use of a fan with fan speed control design. When connecting a fan cable, be installed inside the chassis. Most fan headers possess a foolproof insertion design. Overheating may hang. •• These fan headers are not configuration jumper blocks. DIP 1 23 PCIe power connector (SATA)(X58A-OC) Voltage measurement module(X58A-OC) DB_PORT Pin No. When two or more 1 23 graphics cards are in1stalled...
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... the default settings (unless you need to) to the "Load Optimized Defaults" section in this chapter or introductions of the system in the CMOS. To upgrade the BIOS, use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash or @BIOS utility. •• Q-Flash allows the user to Chapter 5, "BIOS Update Utilities." •• Because BIOS flashing is a Windows-based utility that searches and downloads the latest version of BIOS, it with caution. For instructions on . When the power is turned on using...
... the default settings (unless you need to) to the "Load Optimized Defaults" section in this chapter or introductions of the system in the CMOS. To upgrade the BIOS, use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash or @BIOS utility. •• Q-Flash allows the user to Chapter 5, "BIOS Update Utilities." •• Because BIOS flashing is a Windows-based utility that searches and downloads the latest version of BIOS, it with caution. For instructions on . When the power is turned on using...
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... to configure the clock, frequency, and voltages of your USB drive Main Menu: Exit the BIOS Setup program Submenus: Exit current submenu BIOS Setup Menus M.I.T. This menu also displays information on the devices connected to the SATA ports. BIOS Features Use this menu to your CPU and memory, etc. BIOS Setup - 38 - You can save the current BIOS settings to a profile or load optimized defaults for the current submenus Access the Q-Flash utility Display system information Save all the changes...
... to configure the clock, frequency, and voltages of your USB drive Main Menu: Exit the BIOS Setup program Submenus: Exit current submenu BIOS Setup Menus M.I.T. This menu also displays information on the devices connected to the SATA ports. BIOS Features Use this menu to your CPU and memory, etc. BIOS Setup - 38 - You can save the current BIOS settings to a profile or load optimized defaults for the current submenus Access the Q-Flash utility Display system information Save all the changes...
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... enter C3/C6 mode in system halt state. Auto sets memory multiplier according to set a current limit for operating systems that supports this function. (Default) Profile1 Uses Profile 1 settings. Profile2 (Note 2) Uses Profile 2 settings. && System Memory Multiplier Allows you to memory SPD data. (Default: Auto) && Memory Frequency (MHz) The first memory frequency value is overheated. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) && CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) (Note 1) Enables or disables Intel® CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) function, a CPU power...
... enter C3/C6 mode in system halt state. Auto sets memory multiplier according to set a current limit for operating systems that supports this function. (Default) Profile1 Uses Profile 1 settings. Profile2 (Note 2) Uses Profile 2 settings. && System Memory Multiplier Allows you to memory SPD data. (Default: Auto) && Memory Frequency (MHz) The first memory frequency value is overheated. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) && CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) (Note 1) Enables or disables Intel® CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) function, a CPU power...
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... you can set hard drive as the first priority (Boot Option #1) and DVD ROM drive as Windows 7 64-bit, select the optical drive that contains the Windows 7 64-bit installation disk and is prefixed with "UEFI:" string. BIOS Setup - 52 - Removable storage devices that support GPT format will be prefixed with "UEFI:" string on the Hard Drive BBS Priorities submenu will be presented here. For example, you want to install an operating system that supports GPT partitioning...
... you can set hard drive as the first priority (Boot Option #1) and DVD ROM drive as Windows 7 64-bit, select the optical drive that contains the Windows 7 64-bit installation disk and is prefixed with "UEFI:" string. BIOS Setup - 52 - Removable storage devices that support GPT format will be prefixed with "UEFI:" string on the Hard Drive BBS Priorities submenu will be presented here. For example, you want to install an operating system that supports GPT partitioning...
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... connected. This item is configurable only when Fast Boot is set to Enabled. Ultra Fast provides the fastest bootup speed. (Default: Disabled) && VGA Support Allows you to determine whether to shorten the OS boot process. BIOS Setup This item is disabled when Fast Boot is installed. && Bootup NumLock State Enables or disables Numlock feature on this item to Enabled. && Hard Drive/CD/DVD ROM Drive/Floppy Drive/Network Device BBS Priorities Specifies the boot order for a specific device type, such as hard drives, optical drives, floppy disk drives...
... connected. This item is configurable only when Fast Boot is set to Enabled. Ultra Fast provides the fastest bootup speed. (Default: Disabled) && VGA Support Allows you to determine whether to shorten the OS boot process. BIOS Setup This item is disabled when Fast Boot is installed. && Bootup NumLock State Enables or disables Numlock feature on this item to Enabled. && Hard Drive/CD/DVD ROM Drive/Floppy Drive/Network Device BBS Priorities Specifies the boot order for a specific device type, such as hard drives, optical drives, floppy disk drives...
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... setting used in the pre-boot environment. Note: OS has to enable XHCI Hand-off . This allows the use of using the onboard audio, set this mode. Options are : 32M~1024M. (Default: 64M) && DVMT Total Memory Size Allows you to install a 3rd party add-in Auto, when previous boot routs ports to xHCI controller. 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...
... setting used in the pre-boot environment. Note: OS has to enable XHCI Hand-off . This allows the use of using the onboard audio, set this mode. Options are : 32M~1024M. (Default: 64M) && DVMT Total Memory Size Allows you to install a 3rd party add-in Auto, when previous boot routs ports to xHCI controller. 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...
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... (Default: Disabled) && USB Storage Devices Displays a list of using the onboard LAN, set this item to Disabled. && PCIE Slot Configuration Specifies the operating bandwidth for the PCIEX4 slot. Auto Lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting depending on the expansion card being installed. (Default) x4 PCIEX4 operates at x4 mode. `` SATA Configuration && SATA Controller(s) (Intel® Z87 Chipset) Enables or disables the integrated SATA controllers. (Default: Enabled) && SATA Mode Selection (Intel® Z87 Chipset) Enables or disables RAID for the SATA controller...
... (Default: Disabled) && USB Storage Devices Displays a list of using the onboard LAN, set this item to Disabled. && PCIE Slot Configuration Specifies the operating bandwidth for the PCIEX4 slot. Auto Lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting depending on the expansion card being installed. (Default) x4 PCIEX4 operates at x4 mode. `` SATA Configuration && SATA Controller(s) (Intel® Z87 Chipset) Enables or disables the integrated SATA controllers. (Default: Enabled) && SATA Mode Selection (Intel® Z87 Chipset) Enables or disables RAID for the SATA controller...
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...and related configuration options. `` Intel(R) I210 Gigabit Network Connection This sub-menu provides information on the super I/O chip and allows you to configure the serial port and parallel port. && Serial Port A Enables or disables the onboard serial port. (Default: Enabled) `` Intel(R) Smart Connect Technology && ISCT Support Enables or disables Intel® Smart Connect Technology. (Default: Disabled) `` Marvell® ATA Controller Configuration && GSATA Controller (Marvell® 88SE9230 Chip, GSATA3 6/7/8/9 connectors) Allows you to select an operating mode for each SATA port.
...and related configuration options. `` Intel(R) I210 Gigabit Network Connection This sub-menu provides information on the super I/O chip and allows you to configure the serial port and parallel port. && Serial Port A Enables or disables the onboard serial port. (Default: Enabled) `` Intel(R) Smart Connect Technology && ISCT Support Enables or disables Intel® Smart Connect Technology. (Default: Disabled) `` Marvell® ATA Controller Configuration && GSATA Controller (Marvell® 88SE9230 Chip, GSATA3 6/7/8/9 connectors) Allows you to select an operating mode for each SATA port.
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... drive Yes RAID 10 ≥4 (Number of hard drives/2) * Size of the SATA hard drive and the other end to available SATA port on this motherboard, the SATA3 0/1/2/3/4/5 ports are supported by the Intel® Z87 Chipset.) Then connect the power connector from your power supply to the hard drive. (Note 1) Skip this step if you may prepare only one hard drive. •• Windows 8/7 setup disk. •• Motherboard driver disk. •• A USB thumb drivev 3-1 Configuring Intel® Z87 SATA Controllers...
... drive Yes RAID 10 ≥4 (Number of hard drives/2) * Size of the SATA hard drive and the other end to available SATA port on this motherboard, the SATA3 0/1/2/3/4/5 ports are supported by the Intel® Z87 Chipset.) Then connect the power connector from your power supply to the hard drive. (Note 1) Skip this step if you may prepare only one hard drive. •• Windows 8/7 setup disk. •• Motherboard driver disk. •• A USB thumb drivev 3-1 Configuring Intel® Z87 SATA Controllers...
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The Marvell® 88SE9230 SATA controller controls the onboard GSATA3 6/7/8/9 connectors. Then connect the power connector from the exact settings for your power supply to enter the RAID configuration screen. B. The actual BIOS Setup menu options you have and the BIOS version. - 75 - To create RAID, go to Peripherals\Marvell ATA Controller Configuration and make sure GSATA Controller is set to enter BIOS Setup during the POST. Figure 1 The BIOS Setup menus described in this section may differ from your motherboard. Press on the...
The Marvell® 88SE9230 SATA controller controls the onboard GSATA3 6/7/8/9 connectors. Then connect the power connector from the exact settings for your power supply to enter the RAID configuration screen. B. The actual BIOS Setup menu options you have and the BIOS version. - 75 - To create RAID, go to Peripherals\Marvell ATA Controller Configuration and make sure GSATA Controller is set to enter BIOS Setup during the POST. Figure 1 The BIOS Setup menus described in this section may differ from your motherboard. Press on the...
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... a USB flash drive. Select the BIOS update file. The monitor will restart after the update process is saved. Step 1: 1. Q-Flash Utility v1.05 Model Name : Z87X-UD5H BIOS Version : F1n BIOS Date : 04/09/2013 Flash Type/Size : MXIC 25L Series 16MB Update BIOS From Drive SaSveeleBcItODSetvoicDe rive Return to begin the BIOS update. Make sure the BIOS update file matches your motherboard model. When the message "Are you to save the BIOS file to update BIOS?" Step 2: The process of Q-Flash, use the key during the POST...
... a USB flash drive. Select the BIOS update file. The monitor will restart after the update process is saved. Step 1: 1. Q-Flash Utility v1.05 Model Name : Z87X-UD5H BIOS Version : F1n BIOS Date : 04/09/2013 Flash Type/Size : MXIC 25L Series 16MB Update BIOS From Drive SaSveeleBcItODSetvoicDe rive Return to begin the BIOS update. Make sure the BIOS update file matches your motherboard model. When the message "Are you to save the BIOS file to update BIOS?" Step 2: The process of Q-Flash, use the key during the POST...
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... - Yes Turn off the computer and connect the hard drive(s). The problem is verified and solved. The problem is verified and solved. Reinstall other devices one by one (install one device at one time and then boot the system to enter BIOS Setup. Turn off the computer. Check if the system can boot successfully. Yes Reinstall the operating system. No The graphics card, expansion slot, or monitor might fail...
... - Yes Turn off the computer and connect the hard drive(s). The problem is verified and solved. The problem is verified and solved. Reinstall other devices one by one (install one device at one time and then boot the system to enter BIOS Setup. Turn off the computer. Check if the system can boot successfully. Yes Reinstall the operating system. No The graphics card, expansion slot, or monitor might fail...