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1-2 Product Specifications

CPU

Support for 7th and 6th generation Intel

Core

™

i7 processors/Intel

Core

™

i5 processors/

Intel

Core

™

i3 processors/Intel

Pentium

processors/Intel

Celeron

processors in

the LGA1151 package (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.)

L3 cache varies with CPU

Chipset

Intel

Z270 Express Chipset

Memory

4 x DD

4 DIMM sockets supporting up to 64 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 less than the size of

the physical memory installed.

Dual channel memory architecture

Support for DD

4 2400/2133 MHz memory modules

Support for ECC Un-buffered DIMM 1

x8/2

x8 memory modules (operate in

non-ECC mode)

Support for non-ECC Un-buffered DIMM 1

x8/2

x8/1

x16 memory modules

Support for Extreme Memory Pro

le (XMP) memory modules

(Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory

modules.)

Onboard
Graphics

Integrated Graphics Processor-Intel

HD Graphics support:

- 1 x D-Sub port, supporting a maximum resolution of 1920x1200@60 Hz

- 1 x DVI-D port, supporting a maximum resolution of 1920x1200@60 Hz

* The DVI-D port does not support D-Sub connection by adapter.

- 1 x HDMI port, supporting a maximum resolution of 4096x2160@24 Hz

* Support for HDMI 1.4 version.

Support for up to 3 displays at the same time

Maximum shared memory of 1 GB

Audio

ealtek

ALC887 codec

High De

nition Audio

2/4/5.1/7.1-channel

Support for S/PDIF Out

LAN

Intel

GbE LAN chip (10/100/1000 Mbit)

Expansion Slots

1 x PCI Express x16 slot, running at x16 (PCIEX16)

* For optimum performance, if only one PCI Express graphics card is to be installed,

be sure to install it in the PCIEX16 slot.

1 x PCI Express x16 slot, running at x4 (PCIEX4)

2 x PCI Express x1 slots

(All of the PCI Express slots conform to PCI Express 3.0 standard.)

2 x PCI slots

Multi-Graphics

Technology

Support for AMD Quad-GPU CrossFireX

™

and 2-Way AMD CrossFire

™

technologies

Storage Interface

Chipset:

- 1 x M.2 connector (Socket 3, M key, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 SATA

and PCIe x4/x2 SSD support)

- 1 x SATA Express connector

- 6 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors

- Support for RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, and RAID 10

efer to "1-7 Internal Connectors," for the installation notices for the M.2 and SATA

connectors.

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Page 1: ...sit GIGABYTE s website To reduce the impacts on global warming the packaging materials of this product are recyclable and reusable GIGABYTE works with you to protect the environment GA Z270 HD3P User s Manual Rev 1001 12ME Z27HD3P 1001R ...

Page 2: ... transmitted or published in any form or by any means without GIGABYTE s prior written permission In order to assist in the use of this product carefully read the User s Manual For product related information check on our website at http www gigabyte com Identifying Your Motherboard Revision The revision number on your motherboard looks like this REV X X For example REV 1 0 means the revision of t...

Page 3: ...stalling 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 20 2 1 Startup Screen 20 2 2 M I T 21 2 3 System 27 2 4 BIOS 28 2 5 Peripherals 31 2 6 Chipset 33 2 7 Power 34 2 8 Save Exit 36 Chapter 3 Appendix 37 3 1 Configuring a RAID Set 37 3 2 Drivers Installation 39 Regulatory Statements 40 Contact Us 44 ...

Page 4: ...re subject to change without notice KB_MS_USB30 CPU_FAN ATX_12V_2X4 ATX F_AUDIO AUDIO B_BIOS DDR4_2 DDR4_1 DDR4_4 DDR4_3 BAT F_USB2 COMA Intel Z270 PCI2 CLR_CMOS CODEC M_BIOS PCIEX1_1 PCIEX16 SPDIF_O F_PANEL LGA1151 GA Z270 HD3P DVI D_SUB TYPEC HDMI USB30_LAN Intel GbE LAN PCI1 F_USB30_1 PCIEX1_2 SATA3 iTE Super I O F_USB1 LPT PCIe to PCI Bridge TPM PCIEX4 5 3 4 2 SYS_FAN2 SATA EXPRESS M2A_32G SYS...

Page 5: ...a metal object to eliminate static electricity Prior to installing the motherboard please have it on top of an antistatic pad or within an electrostatic shielding container Before connecting or unplugging the power supply cable from the motherboard make sure the power supply has been turned off Before turning on the power make sure the power supply voltage has been set according to the local volta...

Page 6: ...x D Sub port supporting a maximum resolution of 1920x1200 60 Hz 1 x DVI D port supporting a maximum resolution of 1920x1200 60 Hz The DVI D port does not support D Sub connection by adapter 1 x HDMI port supporting a maximum resolution of 4096x2160 24 Hz Support for HDMI 1 4 version Support for up to 3 displays at the same time Maximum shared memory of 1 GB Audio Realtek ALC887 codec High Definiti...

Page 7: ...t panel audio header 1 x S PDIF Out header 2 x USB 3 1 Gen 1 headers 2 x USB 2 0 1 1 headers 1 x Trusted Platform Module TPM header 1 x serial port header 1 x parallel port header 1 x Clear CMOS jumper Back Panel Connectors 1 x PS 2 keyboard mouse port 1 x D Sub port 1 x DVI D port 1 x HDMI port 6 x USB 3 1 Gen 1 ports 1 x USB Type C port with USB 3 1 Gen 2 support 1 x USB 3 1 Gen 2 Type A port re...

Page 8: ...ck Support for Q Flash Support for Xpress Install Bundled Software Norton Internet Security OEM version Intel Optane Memory Ready cFosSpeed Operating System Support for Windows 10 8 1 64 bit Support for Windows 7 64 bit 32 bit Operating systems supported may vary depending on your processor model Please download the Windows USB Installation Tool from GIGABYTE s website and install it before instal...

Page 9: ...ecommended that the system bus frequency be set beyond hardware specifications since it does not meet the standard requirements for the peripherals If you wish to set the frequency beyond the standard specifications please do so according to your hardware specifications including the CPU graphics card memory hard drive etc Installing the CPU Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket ...

Page 10: ... specification and supports a maximum resolution of 1920x1200 60 Hz the actual resolutions supported depend on the monitor being used Connect a monitor that supports DVI D connection to this port USB 3 1 Gen 2 Type A Port Red The USB 3 1 Gen 2 Type A port supports the USB 3 1 Gen 2 specification and is compatible to the USB 3 1 Gen 1 and USB 2 0 specification Use this port for USB devices Note The...

Page 11: ...iguration Line In Blue The line in jack Use this audio jack for line in devices such as an optical drive walkman etc Line Out Green The line out jack Use this audio jack for a headphone or 2 channel speaker This jack can be used to connect front speakers in a 4 5 1 7 1 channel audio configuration Mic In Pink The Mic in jack After installing the HDMI device make sure to set the default sound playba...

Page 12: ... the power outlet to prevent damage to the devices After installing the device and before turning on the computer make sure the device cable has been securely attached to the connector on the motherboard 13 1 4 14 12 9 11 3 5 4 15 16 8 17 4 2 6 7 7 1 ATX_12V_2X4 2 ATX 3 CPU_FAN 4 SYS_FAN1 2 3 5 CPU DRAM VGA BOOT 6 SATA EXPRESS 7 SATA3 0 1 2 3 4 5 8 M2A_32G 9 BAT 10 F_PANEL 11 SPDIF_O 12 F_AUDIO 13...

Page 13: ...ed that a system fan be installed inside the chassis To meet expansion requirements it is recommended that a powersupply that can withstand high powerconsumption be used 500W or greater If a power supply is used that does not provide the required power the result can lead to an unstable or unbootable system ATX_12V_2X4 Pin No Definition Pin No Definition 1 GND Only for 2x4 pin 12V 5 12V Only for 2...

Page 14: ...ndard Each SATAconnector supports a single SATAdevice The Intel Chipset supports RAID 0 RAID 1 RAID 5 and RAID 10 Refer to Chapter 3 Configuring a RAID Set for instructions on configuring a RAID array To enable hot plugging for the SATA ports refer to Chapter 2 BIOS Setup Peripherals SATA And RST Configuration for more information Pin No Definition 1 GND 2 TXP 3 TXN 4 GND 5 RXN 6 RXP 7 GND 6 SATA ...

Page 15: ...2 SSD into the connector at an angle Step 3 Press the M 2 SSD down and then secure it with the screw Select the proper hole for the M 2 SSD to be installed and refasten the screw and nut Follow the steps below to correctly install an M 2 SSD in the M 2 connector _ 0 F _ F 80 110 60 42 Installation Notices for the M2A_32G and SATA Connectors Due to the limited number of lanes provided by the Chipse...

Page 16: ...0 F_PANEL Front Panel Header Connect the power switch reset switch speaker chassis intrusion switch sensor and system status indicator on the chassis to this header according to the pin assignments below Note the positive and negative pins before connecting the cables System Status LED S0 On S3 S4 S5 Off PW Power Switch Red Connects to the power switch on the chassis front panel You may configure ...

Page 17: ...turer F_ U B_ F_ F_ _ B B S_ B S B_ B _ S S_ _ B _ U _ B S 1 2 3 1 2 3 1 2 3 1 2 3 1 1 1 1 B S S S _S S S 4 5 B S S S U _ _ 3 F_USB3 F 9 1 10 2 13 F_USB30_1 F_USB30_2 USB 3 1 Gen 1 Headers The headers conform to USB 3 1 Gen 1 and USB 2 0 specification and can provide two USB ports For purchasing the optional 3 5 front panel that provides two USB 3 1 Gen 1 ports please contact the local dealer Pin ...

Page 18: ...No Definition 1 Power 5V 6 USB DY 2 Power 5V 7 GND 3 USB DX 8 GND 4 USB DY 9 No Pin 5 USB DX 10 NC Do not plug the IEEE 1394 bracket 2x5 pin cable into the USB header Prior to installing the USB bracket be sure to turn off your computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the USB bracket 10 9 2 1 16 LPT Parallel Port Header The LPT header can provide one parallel p...

Page 19: ...LAD1 20 NC 18 CLR_CMOS Clear CMOS Jumper Use this jumper to clear the BIOS configuration and reset the CMOS values to factory defaults To clear the CMOS values use a metal object like a screwdriver to touch the two pins for a few seconds Always turn offyour computerand unplug the powercord from the poweroutlet before clearing the CMOSvalues After system restart go to BIOS Setup to load factory def...

Page 20: ... motherboard supplies the necessary power to the CMOS to keep the configuration values in the CMOS To access the BIOS Setup program press the Delete key during the POST when the power is turned on 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 uti...

Page 21: ... It is highly recommended that the CPU frequency be set in accordance with the CPU specifications Host Clock Value This value changes with the CPU Base Clock setting Graphics Slice Ratio Note Allows you to set the Graphics Slice Ratio Graphics UnSlice Ratio Note Allows you to set the Graphics UnSlice Ratio CPU Upgrade Note Allows you to set the CPU frequency Options may vary depending on the CPU b...

Page 22: ...f the specified value is exceeded the CPU will automatically reduce the core frequency in order to reduce the power Auto sets the power limit according to the CPU specifications Default Auto Core Current Limit Amps Allows you to set a current limit for CPU Turbo mode When the CPU current exceeds the specified current limit the CPU will automatically reduce the core frequency in order to reduce the...

Page 23: ...t for the processor Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting Default Auto CPU Thermal Monitor Note 1 Enables or disables Intel Thermal Monitor function a CPU overheating protection function When enabled the CPU core frequency and voltage will be reduced when the CPU is overheated Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting Default Auto CPU EIST Function Note 1 Enables or...

Page 24: ...criteria for faster memory boot Disable Fast Boot Detect and train memory at every single boot Memory Enhancement Settings Provides several memory performance enhancement settings Normal basic performance Relax OC Enhanced Stability and Enhanced Performance Default Normal Memory Timing Mode Manual and Advanced Manual allows the Memory Multiplier Tweaker Channel Interleaving Rank Interleaving and m...

Page 25: ...pecifications Default Auto CPU Core Voltage Control This section provides CPU voltage control options Chipset Voltage Control This section provides Chipset voltage control options DRAM Voltage Control This section provides memory voltage control options PC Health Status Reset Case Open Status Disabled Keeps or clears the record of previous chassis intrusion status Default Enabled Clears the record...

Page 26: ... temperature for fan speed control Temperature Interval Allows you to select the temperature interval for fan speed change Fan Control 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 Temperature Displays the current temperature of the sele...

Page 27: ...BIOS settings the User level only allows you to make changes to certain BIOS settings but not all System Language Selects the default language used by the BIOS System Date Sets the system date The date format is week read only month date and year Use Enter to switch between the Month Date and Year fields and use the Page Up or Page Down key to set the desired value System Time Sets the system time...

Page 28: ... Removable storage devices that support GPT format will be prefixed with UEFI string on the boot device list To boot from an operating system that supports GPT partitioning select the device prefixed with UEFI string Or if you want to install an operating system that supports GPT partitioning such as Windows 7 64 bit select the optical drive that contains the Windows 7 64 bit installation disk and...

Page 29: ...ting system and during the POST Default This item is configurable only when Fast Boot is set to Enabled This function is disabled when Fast Boot is set to Ultra Fast NetWork Stack Driver Support Disabled Disables booting from the network Default Enabled Enables booting from the network This item is configurable only when Fast Boot is set to Enabled or Ultra Fast Next Boot After AC Power Loss Norma...

Page 30: ...assword again and press Enter You must enter the administrator password or user password at system startup and when entering BIOS Setup Differing from the user password the administrator password allows you to make changes to all BIOS settings User Password Allows you to configure a user password Press Enter on this item type the password and then press Enter You will be requested to confirm the p...

Page 31: ...r instructions on configuring a RAID array Ambient LED Enables or disables the onboard audio LED function Default On Intel Platform Trust Technology PTT Enables or disables Intel PTT Technology Default Disabled OffBoard SATA Controller Configuration Displays information on your M 2 PCIe SSD if installed Trusted Computing Enables or disables Trusted Platform Module TPM Super IO Configuration Serial...

Page 32: ...d USB Configuration Legacy USB Support Allows USB keyboard mouse to be used in MS DOS Default Enabled XHCI Hand off Determines whether to enable XHCI Hand off feature for an operating system without XHCI Hand off support Default Disabled USB Mass Storage Driver Support Enables or disables support for USB storage devices Default Enabled Port 60 64 Emulation Enables or disables emulation of I O port...

Page 33: ...Internal Graphics Enables or disables the onboard graphics function Default Auto DVMT Pre Allocated Allows you to set the onboard graphics memory size Options are 32M 1024M Default 32M DVMT Total Gfx Mem Allows you to allocate the DVMT memory size of the onboard graphics Options are 128M 256M MAX Default 256M Audio Controller Enables or disables the onboard audio function Default Enabled If you wi...

Page 34: ...cted to the CPU PEG bus This item is configurable only when Platform Power Management is set to Enabled Default Enabled PCH ASPM Allows you to configure the ASPM mode for the device connected to Chipset s PCI Express bus This item is configurable only when Platform Power Management is set to Enabled Default Enabled DMI ASPM Allows you to configure the ASPM mode for both CPU side and Chipset side o...

Page 35: ...e Default Disabled Note When this item is set to Enabled the following functions will become unavailable Resume byAlarm PME event wake up power on by mouse power on by keyboard and wake on LAN Soft Off by PWR BTTN Configures the way to turn off the computer in MS DOS mode using the power button Instant Off Press the power button and then the system will be turned off instantly Default Delay 4 Sec ...

Page 36: ...the device you select and select Yes to confirm Your system will restart automatically and boot from that device Save Profiles This function allows you to save the current BIOS settings to a profile You can create up to 8 profiles and save as Setup Profile 1 Setup Profile 8 Press Enter to complete Or you can select Select File in HDD FDD USB to save the profile to your storage device Load Profiles...

Page 37: ...ll depend on the motherboard you have and the BIOS version 3 1 Configuring a RAID Set Note 1 An M 2 PCIe SSD cannot be used to set up a RAID set either with an M 2 SATA SSD or a SATA hard drive Note 2 Refer to 1 7 Internal Connectors for the installation notices for the M 2 and SATA connectors C 1 Using EZ RAID GIGABYTE motherboards provide you with the EZ RAID feature allowing you to quickly conf...

Page 38: ...ng system boot begins look for a message which says Press Ctrl I to enter Configuration Utility Press Ctrl I to enter the RAID Configuration Utility 2 After you press Ctrl I the MAIN MENU screen will appear If you want to create a RAID array select Create RAID Volume in MAIN MENU and press Enter 3 After entering the CREATE VOLUME MENU screen enter a volume name with 1 16 letters letters cannot be ...

Page 39: ...on configuring the audio software Please visit GIGABYTE s website for details on configuring a RAID array Before installing the drivers first install the operating system The following instructions use Windows 10 as the example operating system After installing the operating system insert the motherboard driver disk into your optical drive Click on the message Tap to choose what happens with this ...

Page 40: ...tment collection recycling and disposal of electric and electronic devices and their components Under the Directive used equipment must be marked collected separately and disposed of properly WEEE Symbol Statement The symbol shown below is on the product or on its packaging which indicates that this product must not be disposed of with other waste Instead the device should be taken to the waste co...

Page 41: ... of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult a dealer or experienced TV radio technician for help Canada Industry Canada IC Notices Canada avis d Industry Canada IC This Class B digital apparatus complie...

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