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Table of Contents H410M S2H V3 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 19 2-2 The Main Menu 20 2-3 Favorites (F11 21 2-4 Tweaker...22 2-5 Settings...27 2-6 System Info...32 2-7 Boot...33 2-8 Save & Exit...36 Chapter 3 Appendix...37 Drivers Installation...37 Regulatory Notices...38 Contact Us...39 - 3 -
Table of Contents H410M S2H V3 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 19 2-2 The Main Menu 20 2-3 Favorites (F11 21 2-4 Tweaker...22 2-5 Settings...27 2-6 System Info...32 2-7 Boot...33 2-8 Save & Exit...36 Chapter 3 Appendix...37 Drivers Installation...37 Regulatory Notices...38 Contact Us...39 - 3 -
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...138; High Definition Audio 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel * To configure 7.1-channel audio, you need to open the audio software and select Device advanced settings > Playback Device to change the default setting first. LAN Gigabit Ethernet Chip (1 Gbps/100 Mbps) Expansion Slots Storage Interface 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, running at x16 1 x PCI Express x1 slot (The PCI Express slots conform to PCI Express 3.0 standard.) 1 x M.2 connector (Socket 3, M key, type 2242/2260/2280 PCIe x4/x2 SSD support) 4 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors...
...138; High Definition Audio 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel * To configure 7.1-channel audio, you need to open the audio software and select Device advanced settings > Playback Device to change the default setting first. LAN Gigabit Ethernet Chip (1 Gbps/100 Mbps) Expansion Slots Storage Interface 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, running at x16 1 x PCI Express x1 slot (The PCI Express slots conform to PCI Express 3.0 standard.) 1 x M.2 connector (Socket 3, M key, type 2242/2260/2280 PCIe x4/x2 SSD support) 4 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors...
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...; 1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector 1 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector 4 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors 1 x CPU fan header 1 x system fan header 1 x RGB LED strip header 1 x front panel header 1 x front panel audio header 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 header 1 x USB 2.0/1.1 header 1 x Trusted Platform Module header (For the GC-TPM2.0 SPI/GC-TPM2.0 SPI 2.0 module only) 1 x serial port header 1 x Clear CMOS jumper 1 x PS/2 keyboard port ...
...; 1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector 1 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector 4 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors 1 x CPU fan header 1 x system fan header 1 x RGB LED strip header 1 x front panel header 1 x front panel audio header 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 header 1 x USB 2.0/1.1 header 1 x Trusted Platform Module header (For the GC-TPM2.0 SPI/GC-TPM2.0 SPI 2.0 module only) 1 x serial port header 1 x Clear CMOS jumper 1 x PS/2 keyboard port ...
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...;• Locate the pin one direction. It may occur. •• Set the CPU host frequency in only one of the CPU. Dual Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides two memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. 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. If you are unable to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) •• Always turn off...
...;• Locate the pin one direction. It may occur. •• Set the CPU host frequency in only one of the CPU. Dual Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides two memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. 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. If you are unable to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) •• Always turn off...
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... device and then remove it from the motherboard. •• When removing the cable, pull it straight out from the power outlet before installing an expansion card to prevent hardware damage. 1-6 Back Panel Connectors PS/2 Keyboard and PS/2 Mouse Port Use the upper port (green) to connect a PS/2 mouse and the lower port (purple) to connect a PS/2 keyboard. You can use this port. Dual Channel mode cannot be used . Connect a monitor that supports DVI-D connection to connect your HDMI-supported monitor. Connect a monitor that supports...
... device and then remove it from the motherboard. •• When removing the cable, pull it straight out from the power outlet before installing an expansion card to prevent hardware damage. 1-6 Back Panel Connectors PS/2 Keyboard and PS/2 Mouse Port Use the upper port (green) to connect a PS/2 mouse and the lower port (purple) to connect a PS/2 keyboard. You can use this port. Dual Channel mode cannot be used . Connect a monitor that supports DVI-D connection to connect your HDMI-supported monitor. Connect a monitor that supports...
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... the CPU or the system may hang. •• These fan headers are properly installed. If the 12V power connector is the ground wire). If a power supply is turned off and all the components on the motherboard. The speed control function requires the use of a fan with fan speed control design. 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 not configuration jumper...
... the CPU or the system may hang. •• These fan headers are properly installed. If the 12V power connector is the ground wire). If a power supply is turned off and all the components on the motherboard. The speed control function requires the use of a fan with fan speed control design. 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 not configuration jumper...
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F_USB30 9) F_AUDIO (Front Panel Audio Header) The front panel audio header supports High Definition audio (HD). Incorrect connection between the module connector and the motherboard header will make the device unable to USB 3.2 Gen 1 and USB 2.0 specification and can provide two USB ports via an optional USB bracket. Definition Pin No. For purchasing the optional USB bracke1t,2p3 lease contact the local dealer. Definition 1 Power (5V) 6 USB DY+ 9 1 10 2 2 Power (5V) 3 USB DX- 7 GND 8 GND 4 USB DY- 9 No Pin 5 USB DX+ 10...
F_USB30 9) F_AUDIO (Front Panel Audio Header) The front panel audio header supports High Definition audio (HD). Incorrect connection between the module connector and the motherboard header will make the device unable to USB 3.2 Gen 1 and USB 2.0 specification and can provide two USB ports via an optional USB bracket. Definition Pin No. For purchasing the optional USB bracke1t,2p3 lease contact the local dealer. Definition 1 Power (5V) 6 USB DY+ 9 1 10 2 2 Power (5V) 3 USB DX- 7 GND 8 GND 4 USB DY- 9 No Pin 5 USB DX+ 10...
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... one serial port via an optional COM port cable. Open: Normal Short: Clear CMOS Values _3 U •• 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 touch the two pins for BIOS configurations). Definition Pin No. F_USB30 3 - 17 - To clear the CMOS values, use...
... one serial port via an optional COM port cable. Open: Normal Short: Clear CMOS Values _3 U •• 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 touch the two pins for BIOS configurations). Definition Pin No. F_USB30 3 - 17 - To clear the CMOS values, use...
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... BIOS modes as usual, select the Load Optimized Defaults item to set your system to its defaults. •• The BIOS Setup menus described in this chapter or introductions of the battery/clear CMOS jumper in system's failure to boot. If this occurs, try to clear the CMOS values and reset the board to default values. (Refer to keep the configuration values in the CMOS on the motherboard supplies the necessary power to the CMOS...
... BIOS modes as usual, select the Load Optimized Defaults item to set your system to its defaults. •• The BIOS Setup menus described in this chapter or introductions of the battery/clear CMOS jumper in system's failure to boot. If this occurs, try to clear the CMOS values and reset the board to default values. (Refer to keep the configuration values in the CMOS on the motherboard supplies the necessary power to the CMOS...
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... only works for operating systems that supports this setting. (Default: Auto) && VT-d Enables or disables Intel® Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O. (Default: Enabled) (Note) This item is the negative offset of CPU Cores Enabled Allows you install a CPU that support multi-processor mode. For more information about Intel® CPUs' unique features, please visit Intel's website. - 22 - Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this occurs, clear the CMOS values and reset the board to default values.) && CPU Clock Ratio...
... only works for operating systems that supports this setting. (Default: Auto) && VT-d Enables or disables Intel® Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O. (Default: Enabled) (Note) This item is the negative offset of CPU Cores Enabled Allows you install a CPU that support multi-processor mode. For more information about Intel® CPUs' unique features, please visit Intel's website. - 22 - Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this occurs, clear the CMOS values and reset the board to default values.) && CPU Clock Ratio...
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... the CPU voltage and core frequency to enable or disable automatic CPU frequency reduction initiated by Thermal Velocity Boost. The maximum CPU clock ratio will be based on CPU loading, Intel® EIST technology can even adjust the frequency of active cores. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) && Intel(R) Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 (Note) Enables or disables Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0. Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 allows the system to identify the processor...
... the CPU voltage and core frequency to enable or disable automatic CPU frequency reduction initiated by Thermal Velocity Boost. The maximum CPU clock ratio will be based on CPU loading, Intel® EIST technology can even adjust the frequency of active cores. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) && Intel(R) Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 (Note) Enables or disables Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0. Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 allows the system to identify the processor...
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... Control is set a power limit for the processor. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. Auto sets the power limit according to the CPU specifications. (Default: Auto) && Package Power Limit TDP (Watts) / Package Power Limit Time Allows you to determine whether to operate at the specified power limit. The C6/C7 state is set to Enabled. (Default: Auto) && C10 State Support (Note) Allows you to set the power limit for CPU Turbo mode and how long it...
... Control is set a power limit for the processor. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. Auto sets the power limit according to the CPU specifications. (Default: Auto) && Package Power Limit TDP (Watts) / Package Power Limit Time Allows you to determine whether to operate at the specified power limit. The C6/C7 state is set to Enabled. (Default: Auto) && C10 State Support (Note) Allows you to set the power limit for CPU Turbo mode and how long it...
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... unbootable, try to clear the CMOS values and reset the board to default values. (Refer to the introductions of the battery/clear CMOS jumper in Chapter 1 for how to clear the CMOS values.) Enable Fast Boot Skip memory detection and training in some specific criteria for faster memory boot. Disable Fast Boot Detect and train memory at every single boot. (Note 1) This item is set a current limit for CPU Turbo mode. Enabled allows the system...
... unbootable, try to clear the CMOS values and reset the board to default values. (Refer to the introductions of the battery/clear CMOS jumper in Chapter 1 for how to clear the CMOS values.) Enable Fast Boot Skip memory detection and training in some specific criteria for faster memory boot. Disable Fast Boot Detect and train memory at every single boot. (Note 1) This item is set a current limit for CPU Turbo mode. Enabled allows the system...
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... ASPM mode for the device connected to Chipset's PCI Express bus. Note: To cancel the password, press on this item and set a password with 1~5 characters to accept. Note: To use this function, you need an ATX power supply providing at least 1A on by a PS/2 keyboard wake-up to 5 characters and then press to turn on the system. This item is configurable only when Platform Power Management is set to Enabled. (Default: Disabled) && Power...
... ASPM mode for the device connected to Chipset's PCI Express bus. Note: To cancel the password, press on this item and set a password with 1~5 characters to accept. Note: To use this function, you need an ATX power supply providing at least 1A on by a PS/2 keyboard wake-up to 5 characters and then press to turn on the system. This item is configurable only when Platform Power Management is set to Enabled. (Default: Disabled) && Power...
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... day or on a specific day in MS-DOS mode using this function, avoid inadequate shutdown from the installed PCI Express graphics card or the onboard graphics. IGFX (Note) Sets the onboard graphics as the first display. PCIe 1 Slot Sets the graphics card on the PCIEX16 slot as the first display. (Default) This item is configurable only when CSM Support is set to Enabled. && Internal Graphics Enables or disables the onboard graphics function. (Default: Auto) && DVMT Pre-Allocated Allows you to set the onboard graphics memory size. (Default: 64M) && DVMT Total...
... day or on a specific day in MS-DOS mode using this function, avoid inadequate shutdown from the installed PCI Express graphics card or the onboard graphics. IGFX (Note) Sets the onboard graphics as the first display. PCIe 1 Slot Sets the graphics card on the PCIEX16 slot as the first display. (Default) This item is configurable only when CSM Support is set to Enabled. && Internal Graphics Enables or disables the onboard graphics function. (Default: Auto) && DVMT Pre-Allocated Allows you to set the onboard graphics memory size. (Default: 64M) && DVMT Total...
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...above 4 GB address space (only if your system supports 64-bit PCI decoding). This item appears only when a USB storage device is enabled. (Default: 0) - 29 - && Audio Controller Enables or disables the onboard audio function. (Default: Enabled) If you wish to install a 3rd party add-in audio card instead of using the onboard LAN, set this function. (Default: Enabled) Super IO Configuration && Serial Port Enables or disables the onboard serial port. (Default: Enabled) USB Configuration && Legacy USB Support Allows USB keyboard/mouse to be decoded in MS-DOS...
...above 4 GB address space (only if your system supports 64-bit PCI decoding). This item appears only when a USB storage device is enabled. (Default: 0) - 29 - && Audio Controller Enables or disables the onboard audio function. (Default: Enabled) If you wish to install a 3rd party add-in audio card instead of using the onboard LAN, set this function. (Default: Enabled) Super IO Configuration && Serial Port Enables or disables the onboard serial port. (Default: Enabled) USB Configuration && Legacy USB Support Allows USB keyboard/mouse to be decoded in MS-DOS...
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... operation mode of the PCI Express slots to Gen 1, Gen 2, or Gen 3. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this feature with an Intel-provided application. (Default: Software Controlled) && Max Link Speed Allows you to enable or disable motherboard LED lighting when the system is on. Off Disables the selected lighting mode when the system is on your M.2 NVME PCIe SSD if installed. SATA And RST Configuration && SATA Controller(s) Enables or disables the integrated SATA controllers. (Default: Enabled) && SATA Mode Selection Displays the operating mode...
... operation mode of the PCI Express slots to Gen 1, Gen 2, or Gen 3. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this feature with an Intel-provided application. (Default: Software Controlled) && Max Link Speed Allows you to enable or disable motherboard LED lighting when the system is on. Off Disables the selected lighting mode when the system is on your M.2 NVME PCIe SSD if installed. SATA And RST Configuration && SATA Controller(s) Enables or disables the integrated SATA controllers. (Default: Enabled) && SATA Mode Selection Displays the operating mode...
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... fan speed in the curve graph. Full Speed Allows the fan to run at slow speeds. Manual Allows you to select the temperature interval for fan speed change. && FanControl Mode Auto Lets the BIOS automatically detect the type of fan installed and sets the optimal control mode. (Default) Voltage Voltage mode is recommended for a 3-pin fan. PWM PWM mode is recommended for a 4-pin fan. && Fan Stop Enables or disables the fan stop function. You can set Reset Case Open Status to Enabled, save the settings to the CMOS...
... fan speed in the curve graph. Full Speed Allows the fan to run at slow speeds. Manual Allows you to select the temperature interval for fan speed change. && FanControl Mode Auto Lets the BIOS automatically detect the type of fan installed and sets the optimal control mode. (Default) Voltage Voltage mode is recommended for a 3-pin fan. PWM PWM mode is recommended for a 4-pin fan. && Fan Stop Enables or disables the fan stop function. You can set Reset Case Open Status to Enabled, save the settings to the CMOS...
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... "UEFI:" string. After configuring this item, set the password(s) under the Administrator Password/User Password item. Setup A password is only required for entering the BIOS Setup program. System A password is required for booting the system and for the previous boot drive, all SATA devices are disabled before the OS boot process completes. (Default) All SATA Devices All SATA devices are functional in the operating system and during the POST. Disabled skips the GIGABYTE Logo when the system starts up. (Default: Enabled) && Boot Option...
... "UEFI:" string. After configuring this item, set the password(s) under the Administrator Password/User Password item. Setup A password is only required for entering the BIOS Setup program. System A password is required for booting the system and for the previous boot drive, all SATA devices are disabled before the OS boot process completes. (Default) All SATA Devices All SATA devices are functional in the operating system and during the POST. Disabled skips the GIGABYTE Logo when the system starts up. (Default: Enabled) && Boot Option...
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...All USB devices are functional in the operating system and during the POST. (Default) This item is configurable only when Fast Boot is set to enable the UEFI or Legacy option ROM for the storage device controller. Do not launch Disables option ROM. UEFI Enables UEFI option ROM only. Legacy Enables legacy option ROM only. (Default) This item is configurable only when CSM Support is set to Enabled. && Other PCI devices 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...
...All USB devices are functional in the operating system and during the POST. (Default) This item is configurable only when Fast Boot is set to enable the UEFI or Legacy option ROM for the storage device controller. Do not launch Disables option ROM. UEFI Enables UEFI option ROM only. Legacy Enables legacy option ROM only. (Default) This item is configurable only when CSM Support is set to Enabled. && Other PCI devices 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...