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1-2 Product Specifications

APU

FM2+ Socket:

- AMD A series processors

- AMD Athlon

™

series processors

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

Chipset

AMD A68H

Memory

2 x DDR3 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.

* The maximum 64 GB of system memory can be supported using 16 GB (or above)

memory modules. GIGABYTE will update the memory support list on the official

website when the memory modules are available on the market.

Dual channel memory architecture

Support for DDR3 2133/1866/1600/1333 MHz memory modules

Support for AMD Memory Profile (AMP)/Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory modules

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

modules.)

Onboard

Graphics

Integrated Graphics Processor:

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

- 1 x DVI-D port, supporting a maximum resolution of 2560x1600

* Support for 2560x1600 resolution requires both a monitor and cable that support

Dual Link DVI.

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

- Maximum shared memory of 2 GB

Audio

Realtek

ALC887 codec

High Definition Audio

2/4/5.1/7.1-channel

* To configure 7.1-channel audio, you have to use an HD front panel audio module

and enable the multi-channel audio feature through the audio driver.

Support for S/PDIF Out

LAN

Realtek

GbE LAN chip (10/100/1000 Mbit)

Expansion Slots

1 x PCI Express x16 slot, running at x16

(The PCI Express x16 slot conforms to PCI Express 3.0 standard.)

* To support PCI Express 3.0, you must install an FM2+ APU.

4 x PCI Express x1 slots

(All PCI Express slots conform to PCI Express 2.0 standard.)

2 x PCI slots

Multi-Graphics

Technology

Support for AMD Dual Graphics technology

* Only A series APUs support AMD Dual Graphics.

Support for AMD Eyefinity technology

Storage Interface

Chipset:

- 4 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors

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

USB

Chipset:

- 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports on the back panel

- 10 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (4 ports on the back panel, 6 ports available through

the internal USB headers)

Internal

Connectors

1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector

1 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector

4 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors

Summary of Contents for GA-F2A68H-DS3

Page 1: ...GA F2A68H DS3 User s Manual Rev 1001 12ME F268DS3 1001R ...

Page 2: ...ut prior notice No part of this manual may be reproduced copied translated 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 mothe...

Page 3: ...ory 9 1 5 Installing an Expansion Card 9 1 6 Setup of the AMD Dual Graphics Configuration 10 1 7 Back Panel Connectors 10 1 8 Internal Connectors 12 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 17 2 1 Startup Screen 17 2 2 M I T 18 2 3 System Information 22 2 4 BIOS Features 23 2 5 Peripherals 25 2 6 Power Management 27 2 7 Save Exit 28 Chapter 3 Appendix 29 3 1 Configuring SATA Hard Drive s 29 3 2 Drivers Installation 3...

Page 4: ...GA F2A68H DS3 motherboard 5 5 Motherboard driver disk 5 5 Two SATA cables 5 5 User s Manual 5 5 I O Shield KB_MS SYS_FAN1 Socket FM2 ATX GA F2A68H DS3 F_AUDIO AUDIO PCIEX1_4 DDR3_2 DDR3_1 BAT F_USB3 SPDIF_O ATX_12V AMD A68H SATA3 PCI1 PCI2 VGA DVI R_USB30 R_USB CODEC SYS_FAN3 PCIEX1_2 PCIEX1_3 PCIEX1_1 USB_LAN PCIEX16 F_USB2 F_USB1 F_PANEL M_BIOS B_BIOS CLR_CMOS Realtek GbE LAN 0 2 1 3 iTE Super I...

Page 5: ...e Dual BIOS 10 USB 2 0 1 1 2 USB 3 0 2 0 4 SATA 6Gb s PCI Express Bus PCI Express Bus PCIe CLK 100 MHz PCIe CLK 100 MHz 3 PCI Express x1 x1 x1 LAN RJ45 Realtek GbE LAN APU CLK 100 MHz DISP CLK 100 MHz Dual Channel Memory DDR3 2133 1866 1600 1333 MHz x16 1 PCI Express x16 1 PCI Express x1 iTE Super I O S PDIF Out Line Out Front Speaker Out MIC Center Subwoofer Speaker Out Line In Rear Speaker Out C...

Page 6: ...ory 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 th...

Page 7: ...x1600 Support for 2560x1600 resolution requires both a monitor and cable that support Dual Link DVI The DVI D port does not support D Sub connection by adapter Maximum shared memory of 2 GB Audio Realtek ALC887 codec High Definition Audio 2 4 5 1 7 1 channel To configure 7 1 channel audio you have to use an HD front panel audio module and enable the multi channel audio feature through the audio dr...

Page 8: ...all BIOS 2 x 64 Mbit flash Use of licensed AMI UEFI BIOS Support for DualBIOS PnP 1 0a DMI 2 7 WfM 2 0 SM BIOS 2 7 ACPI 5 0 Unique Features Support for BIOS Support for Q Flash Support for Xpress Install Support for EasyTune Available functions in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model Support for Smart Recovery 2 Support for ON OFF Charge Bundled Software Norton Internet Security OEM version Op...

Page 9: ...mode will double the original memory bandwidth The two DDR3 memory sockets are divided into two channels and each channel has one memory socket as following Channel A DDR3_2 Channel B DDR3_1 Read the following guidelines before you begin to install the memory Make sure that the motherboard supports the memory It is recommended that memory of the same capacity brand speed and chips be used Go to GI...

Page 10: ...r computer C Configuring the Graphics Card Driver After installing the graphics card driver in the operating system go to the AMD VISION Engine Control Center Browse to Performance AMD Radeon Dual Graphics and ensure the Enable AMD Radeon Dual Graphics check box is selected Note Make sure the drivers for the Chipset onboard graphics and external graphics card are properly installed 1 7 Back Panel ...

Page 11: ...3 0 2 0 Port The USB 3 0 port supports the USB 3 0 specification and is compatible to the USB 2 0 1 1 specification Use this port for USB devices Use this port for USB devices such as a USB keyboard mouse USB printer USB flash drive and etc 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...

Page 12: ...rn off the devices 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 2 ATX 3 CPU_FAN 4 SYS_FAN1 2 3 5 SATA3 0 1 2 3 6 F_PANEL 7 F_AUDIO 8 SPDIF_O 9 F_USB1 2 3 10 COM 11 CLR_CMOS 12 BAT 1 2 4 3...

Page 13: ...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 13 1 24 12 ATX ATX Pin No Definition Pin No Definition 1 3 3V 13 3 3V 2 3 3V 14 12V 3 GND 15 GND 4 5V 16 PS...

Page 14: ...The system reports system startup status by issuing a beep code One single short beep will be heard if no problem is detected at system startup PLED PWR_LED Power LED System Status LED S0 On S3 S4 S5 Off Connects to the power status indicator on the chassis front panel The LED is on when the system is operating The LED is off when the system is in S3 S4 sleep state or powered off S5 The front pane...

Page 15: ... manufacturer 8 SPDIF_O S PDIF Out Header This header supports digital S PDIF Out and connects a S PDIF digital audio cable provided by expansion cards for digital audio output from your motherboard to certain expansion cards like graphics cards and sound cards For example some graphics cards may require you to use a S PDIF digital audio cable for digital audio output from your motherboard to your...

Page 16: ...tion in the CMOS when the computer is turned off Replace the battery when the battery voltage drops to a low level or the CMOS values may not be accurate or may be lost You may clear the CMOS values by removing the battery 1 Turn off your computer and unplug the power cord 2 Gently remove the battery from the battery holder and wait for one minute Or use a metal object like a screwdriver to touch ...

Page 17: ... BIOS Setup program that allows the user to modify basic system configuration settings or to activate certain system features When the power is turned off the battery on the 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...

Page 18: ...ency Settings CPU Clock Control Allows you to manually set the CPU base clock in 1 MHz increments Default Auto Important It is highly recommended that the CPU frequency be set in accordance with the CPU specifications Processor Graphics Clock Allows you to set the onboard graphics clock The adjustable range is from 300 MHz to 2000 MHz CPU NorthBridge Frequency AllowsyoutomanuallysettheCPUNorthBrid...

Page 19: ...u to determine whether to manually enable disable CPU cores Automatic mode allows the BIOS to enable all CPU cores number of cores available depends on the CPU being used Default Automatic mode APM Enables or disables Application Power Management Default Enabled Extreme Memory Profile X M P Note 2 Allows the BIOS to read the SPD data on XMP memory module s to enhance memory performance when enable...

Page 20: ...te Your system may become unstable or fail to boot after you make changes on the memory timings If this occurs please reset the board to default 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 intr...

Page 21: ...peed Allows the fan to run at full speeds Fan Speed Percentage Allows you to control the fan speed This item is configurable only when 1st System Fan Speed Control is set to Manual Options are 0 75 PWM value oC 2 50 PWM value oC 2nd System Fan Speed Control SYS_FAN2 Connector Allows you to determine whether to enable the fan speed control function and adjust the fan speed Normal Allows the fan to ...

Page 22: ...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 password is set the default wil...

Page 23: ...oot order for a specific device type such as hard drives optical drives floppy disk drives and devices that support Boot from LAN function etc Press Enter on this item to enter the submenu that presents the devices of the same type that are connected This item is present only if at least one device for this type is installed Bootup NumLock State Enables or disables Numlock feature on the numeric k...

Page 24: ...ways Enables UEFI CSM Default Never Disables UEFI CSM and supports UEFI BIOS boot process only This item is configurable only when Windows 8 Features is set to Windows 8 or Windows 8 WHQL Boot Mode Selection Allows you to select which type of operating system to boot UEFI and Legacy Allows booting from operating systems that support legacy option ROM or UEFI option ROM Default Legacy Only Allows b...

Page 25: ...ssword 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 password Type the password again and press Enter You must enter th...

Page 26: ...ers Default Enabled OnChip SATA Type Enables or disables RAID for the SATAcontrollers integrated in the Chipset or configures the SATAcontrollers to AHCI mode Native IDE Configures the SATA controller to IDE mode Default RAID Enables RAID for the SATA controller HD Audio Azalia Device Enables or disables the onboard audio function Default Enabled If you wish to install a 3rd party add in audio car...

Page 27: ...ower 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 will enter suspend mode AHCI Configures the SATAcontrollers toAHCI mode Advanced Host Controller Interface AHCI is an interface specification that al...

Page 28: ...5 characters and then press Enter to accept To turn on the system enter the password and press Enter Note To cancel the password press Enter on this item 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...

Page 29: ...tings to the last settings that worked properly last known good record Chapter 3 Appendix Before you begin please prepare the following items At least two SATAhard drives to ensure optimal performance it is recommended that you use two hard drives with identical model and capacity If you do not want to create RAID you may prepare only one hard drive Windows setup disk Motherboard driver disk A USB...

Page 30: ...ys created successfully will appear Example 1 Create a RAID 0 array with Drive 0 and Drive 1 and the array size is 40 GB rcadm C r0 d 0 1 s 40000 C Create a array r0 RAID 0 d 0 1 Drive 0 and Drive 1 s 40000 Size of 40 GB to use the maximum size allowed do not enter s x0000 Example 2 Create a RAID 5 array with Drive 1 4 and the array size is 75 GB rcadm C r5 d 1 2 3 4 s 75000 C Create a array r5 RA...

Page 31: ... disk that contains the driver during the OS installation Without the driver the hard drive s may not be recognized during the Windows setup process First copy the driver from the motherboard driver disk to a floppy disk Refer to the methods below Method A For the AMD A68H copy all files in the BootDrv Hxp_A88 folder to your floppy disk 2 The selection bar will move to the Disks section on the rig...

Page 32: ...xe file in the BootDrv folder A Command Prompt window will open 3 3 Insert the blank formatted disk if you re using a USB floppy disk drive make sure it is designated as drive A Select the controller driver by pressing the corresponding letter from the menu and press Enter For the AMD A68H select 6 hseries AHCI RAID A85 for XP Your system will then automatically copy the driver files to the floppy...

Page 33: ...reatment 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...

Page 34: ...more 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 com...

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