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2-4  BIOS Features

 

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Boot Option Priorities

 

Specifies the overall boot order from the available devices.

 

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 is prefixed with "UEFI:" string.

 

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Bootup NumLock State

 

Enables or disables Numlock feature on the numeric keypad of the keyboard after the POST. (Default: 

Enabled)

 

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Security Option

 

Specifies whether a password is required every time the system boots, or only when you enter BIOS Setup. 

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 entering the BIOS Setup 

program. (Default)

 

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Full Screen LOGO Show

 

Allows you to determine whether to display the GIGABYTE Logo at system startup. 

Disabled

 skips the 

GIGABYTE Logo when the system starts up. (Default: Enabled)

 

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Fast Boot

 

Enables or disables Fast Boot to shorten the OS boot process. 

Ultra Fast

 provides the fastest bootup 

speed. (Default: Disabled)

 

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VGA Support

 

Allows you to select which type of operating system to boot.

 

Auto   

 

 

Enables legacy option ROM only.

 

EFI Driver   

 

Enables EFI option ROM. (Default)

 

This item is configurable only when 

Fast Boot

 is set to 

Enabled

 or 

Ultra Fast

.

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Summary of Contents for GA-B85M-DS3H

Page 1: ...GA B85M DS3H User s Manual Rev 1102 12ME 85MDS3H 1102R ...

Page 2: ...ransmitted 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 the...

Page 3: ...ling the CPU and CPU Cooler 9 1 4 Installing the Memory 10 1 5 Installing an Expansion Card 10 1 6 Back Panel Connectors 10 1 7 Internal Connectors 12 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 18 2 1 Startup Screen 18 2 2 M I T 19 2 3 System Information 24 2 4 BIOS Features 25 2 5 Peripherals 28 2 6 Power Management 31 2 7 Save Exit 32 Chapter 3 Appendix 33 Drivers Installation 33 Regulatory Statements 34 Contact Us 3...

Page 4: ...B_BIOS VGA_DVI USB_LAN PCIEX16 PCIEX1_1 PCIEX1_2 F_USB1 F_USB2 LPT COM HDMI Realtek GbE LAN iTE Super I O SATA3 SATA3 SATA2 The box contents above are for reference only and the actual items shall depend on the product package you obtain The box contents are subject to change without notice Box Contents 5 5 GA B85M DS3H motherboard 5 5 Motherboard driver disk 5 5 Two SATA cables 5 5 User s Manual ...

Page 5: ...PCI Express Bus CPU CLK 100 MHz PCIe CLK 100 MHz 1 PCI Express x16 x16 DMI 2 0 FDI Dual BIOS 4 USB 3 0 2 0 4 SATA 6Gb s 2 SATA 3Gb s 8 USB 2 0 1 1 Intel B85 iTE Super I O Line Out Front Speaker Out MIC Center Subwoofer Speaker Out Line In Rear Speaker Out CODEC PCI Express Bus PCIe CLK 100 MHz 2 PCI Express x1 x1 x1 x1 LAN RJ45 Realtek GbE LAN DDR3 1600 1333 MHz Dual Channel Memory ...

Page 6: ... If you do not have an ESD wrist strap keep your hands dry and first touch 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 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 p...

Page 7: ...cessor 1 x D Sub port supporting a maximum resolution of 1920x1200 1 x DVI D port supporting a maximum resolution of 1920x1200 The DVI D port does not support D Sub connection by adapter 1 x HDMI port supporting a maximum resolution of 4096x2160 Support for HDMI 1 4a version Maximum shared memory of 1 GB Audio Realtek ALC887 codec High Definition Audio 2 4 5 1 7 1 channel To configure 7 1 channel ...

Page 8: ...er iTE I O Controller Chip Hardware Monitor System voltage detection CPU System temperature detection CPU System fan speed detection CPU overheating warning CPU System fan fail warning CPU System fan speed control Whether the fan speed control function is supported will depend on the cooler you install BIOS 2 x 64 Mbit flash Use of licensed AMI EFI BIOS Support for DualBIOS PnP 1 0a DMI 2 0 SM BIO...

Page 9: ...ate the pin one of the CPU The CPU cannot be inserted if oriented incorrectly Or you may locate the notches on both sides of the CPU and alignment keys on the CPU socket Apply an even and thin layer of thermal grease on the surface of the CPU Do not turn on the computer if the CPU cooler is not installed otherwise overheating and damage of the CPU may occur Set the CPU host frequency in accordance...

Page 10: ...n card Carefully read the manual that came with your expansion card Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing an expansion card to prevent hardware damage 1 6 Back Panel Connectors USB 2 0 1 1 Port The USB port supports the USB 2 0 1 1 specification Use this port for USB devices such as a USB keyboard mouse USB printer USB flash drive and etc PS...

Page 11: ...use an HD front panel audio module and enable the multi channel audio feature through the audio driver Line In Jack Blue The default line in jack Use this audio jack for line in devices such as an optical drive walkman etc Line Out Jack Green The default 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 aud...

Page 12: ...ces and your computer Unplug the power cord from 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 1 ATX_12V_2X4 2 ATX 3 CPU_FAN 4 SYS_FAN 5 BAT 6 SATA3 0 1 2 3 7 SATA2 4 5 8 F_PANEL 9 F_AUDIO 10 F_USB30 11 F_USB1 2 12 COM 13 LPT 14 CLR_CMOS 1 3 1...

Page 13: ...r Good 20 5V 9 5VSB stand by 5V 21 5V 10 12V 22 5V 11 12V Only for 2x12 pin ATX 23 5V Only for 2x12 pin ATX 12 3 3V Only for 2x12 pin ATX 24 GND Only for 2x12 pinATX ATX_12V_2X4 4 1 8 5 ATX_12V_2X4 Pin No Definition Pin No Definition 1 GND Only for 2x4 pin 12V 5 12V Only for 2x4 pin 12V 2 GND Only for 2x4 pin 12V 6 12V Only for 2x4 pin 12V 3 GND 7 12V 4 GND 8 12V 3 4 CPU_FAN SYS_FAN Fan Headers Al...

Page 14: ... if the battery is replaced with an incorrect model Contact the place of purchase or local dealer if you are not able to replace the battery by yourself or uncertain about the battery model When installing the battery note the orientation of the positive side and the negative side of the battery the positive side should face up Used batteries must be handled in accordance with local environmental ...

Page 15: ... the hard drive activity LED on the chassis front panel The LED is on when the hard drive is reading or writing data RES Reset Switch Connects to the reset switch on the chassis front panel Press the reset switch to restart the computer if the computer freezes and fails to perform a normal restart CI Chassis Intrusion Header Connects to the chassis intrusion switch sensor on the chassis that can d...

Page 16: ...pecification Each USB header can provide two USB ports via an optional USB bracket For purchasing the optional USB bracket please contact the local dealer Pin No Definition Pin 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 2 0 1 1 header Prior to installing the USB bracket be sure to t...

Page 17: ... GND 25 SLCT 13 PD5 26 GND 14 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 off your computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before clearing the CMOS values After system restart go to BIOS Setu...

Page 18: ...ially risky if you do not encounter problems using the current version of BIOS it is recommended that you not flash the BIOS To flash the BIOS do it with caution Inadequate BIOS flashing may result in system malfunction It is recommended that you not alter the default settings unless you need to to prevent system instability or other unexpected results Inadequately altering the settings may result...

Page 19: ...ature Vcore and memory voltage M I T Current Status This screen provides information on CPU memory frequencies parameters Advanced Frequency Settings Performance Upgrade Note Provides you with five different overclocking configurations Options are 20 Upgrade 40 Upgrade 60 Upgrade 80 Upgrade 100 Upgrade Default Auto Processor Graphics Clock Allowsyoutosettheonboardgraphicsclock Theadjustablerangeis...

Page 20: ...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 current Auto sets the power limit according to the CPU specifications Default Auto No of ...

Page 21: ...m memory multiplier Auto sets memory multiplier according to memory SPD data Default Auto Memory Frequency MHz The first memory frequency value is the normal operating frequency of the memory being used the second is the memory frequency that is automatically adjusted according to theSystem Memory Multiplier settings Advanced Memory Settings Extreme Memory Profile X M P Note System Memory Multipli...

Page 22: ...t values by loading optimized defaults or clearing the CMOS values Advanced Voltage Settings This sub menu allows you to set CPU chipset and memory voltages PC Health Status Reset Case Open Status Disabled Keeps or clears the record of previous chassis intrusion status Default Enabled Clears the record of previous chassis intrusion status and the Case Open field will show No at next boot Case Open...

Page 23: ...to enable the fan speed control function and adjust the fan speed Normal Allows the fan to run at different speeds according to the system temperature You can adjust the fan speed with EasyTune based on your system requirements Default Silent Allows the fan to run at slow speeds Manual Allows you to control the fan speed under the Fan Speed Percentage item Full Speed Allows the fan to run at full ...

Page 24: ...s and use the Page Up or Page Down key to set the desired value System Time Sets the system time The time format is hour minute and second For example 1 p m is 13 0 0 Use Enter to switch between the Hour Minute and Second fields and use the Page Up or Page Down key to set the desired value Access Level Displays the current access level depending on the type of password protection used If no passwo...

Page 25: ... password is required every time the system boots or only when you enter BIOS Setup 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 entering the BIOS Setup program Default Full Screen LOGO Show Allows you to determine ...

Page 26: ... set to Enabled or Ultra Fast Limit CPUID Maximum Note Allows you to determine whether to limit CPUID maximum value Set this item to Disabled for Windows XP operating system set this item to Enabled for legacy operating system such as Windows NT4 0 Default Disabled Execute Disable Bit Note Enables or disables Intel Execute Disable Bit function This function may enhance protection for the computer ...

Page 27: ...ROM only Legacy Only Enables legacy option ROM only Default Legacy First Enables Legacy Option ROM first UEFI First Enables UEFI Option ROM first This item is configurable only when CSM Support is set to Always Other PCI Device ROM Priority 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 U...

Page 28: ...put Specifies the first initiation of the monitor display from the installed PCI Express graphics card or the onboard graphics IGFX Sets the onboard graphics as the first display PCIe 1 Slot Sets the graphics card on the PCIEX16 slot as the first display Default XHCI Mode Allows you to determine the operating mode for the xHCI controller in OS Smart Auto This mode is available only when the BIOS s...

Page 29: ...to install a 3rd party add in audio card instead of using the onboard audio set this item to Disabled Intel Processor Graphics Enables or disables the onboard graphics function Default Enabled Intel Processor Graphics Memory Allocation Allows you to set the onboard graphics memory size Options are 32M 1024M Default 64M DVMT Total Memory Size Allows you to allocate the DVMT memory size of the onboa...

Page 30: ...es support for external SATA devices Default Disabled Super IO Configuration This section 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 Parallel Port Enables or disables the onboard parallel port Default Enabled Device Mode This item is configurable only when Paralle...

Page 31: ...oval of the AC power or the settings may not be effective 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 Press and hold the power button for 4 seconds to turn off the system If the power button is pressed for less than 4 seconds the system ...

Page 32: ...When prompted for the password press Enter again without entering the password to clear the password settings Power On By Mouse Allows the system to be turned on by a PS 2 mouse wake up event Note To use this function you need an ATX power supply providing at least 1A on the 5VSB lead Disabled Disables this function Default Move Move the mouse to turn on the system Double Click Double click on lef...

Page 33: ...can use this function to load the BIOS settings from a profile created before without the hassles of reconfiguring the BIOS settings First select the profile you wish to load and then press Enter to complete You can select Select File in HDD USB FDD to input the profile previously created from your storage device or load the profile automatically created by the BIOS such as reverting the BIOS sett...

Page 34: ...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 35: ... 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...

Page 36: ...s gigabyte com tw WEB address English http www gigabyte com WEB address Chinese http www gigabyte tw You may go to the GIGABYTE website select your language in the language list on the top right corner of the website GIGABYTE Global Service System To submit a technical or non technical Sales Marketing question please link to http ggts gigabyte com tw Then select your language to enter the system 3...

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