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GA-X99-SLI

User's Manual

Rev. 1003
12ME-X99SLI-1003R

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Страница 1: ...12ME X99SLI 1003R For more product details please visit GIGABYTE s website To reduce the impacts on global warming the packaging materials of this product are recyclable and reusable GIGABYTE works wi...

Страница 2: ...Motherboard GA X99 SLI Apr 16 2015 Apr 16 2015 Motherboard GA X99 SLI...

Страница 3: ...s prior written permission Documentation Classifications In order to assist in the use of this product GIGABYTE provides the following types of docu mentations For quick set up of the product read the...

Страница 4: ...3 1 3 2 Installing the CPU Cooler 15 1 4 Installing the Memory 16 1 4 1 4 Channel Memory Configuration 16 1 4 2 Installing a Memory 17 1 5 Installing an Expansion Card 18 1 6 Setting up AMD CrossFire...

Страница 5: ...figuring SATA Hard Drive s 65 3 1 Configuring SATA Controllers 65 3 2 Installing the SATA RAID AHCI Driver and Operating System 77 Chapter 4 Appendix 81 Drivers Installation 81 Regulatory Statements 8...

Страница 6: ...rt No 12CR1 1UB030 6 R eSATA bracket Part No 12CF1 3SATPW 4 R 3 5 Front Panel with 2 USB 3 0 2 0 ports Part No 12CR1 FPX582 2 R 3 Way SLI bridge connector GC 3SLI Part No 5C3SLI 00 10 3 Way SLI bridge...

Страница 7: ..._2B BAT ATX_12V_2X4 Intel X99 CLR_CMOS CPU_MODE M_BIOS B_BIOS PCIE_5 Intel GbE LAN PCIE_4 PCIE_2 PCIE_1 PCIE_3 PCIE_6 PCIE_7 CPU_OPT M2_10G M2_WIFI CODEC GA X99 SLI F_PANEL F_USB30_1 F_USB30_2 F_USB1...

Страница 8: ...USB 3 0 2 0 8 USB 2 0 1 1 PCI Express Bus PCI Express Bus LAN RJ45 Intel GbE LAN x1 4 USB 3 0 2 0 4 SATA 6Gb s PCIe CLK 100 MHz PCIe CLK 100 MHz Switch x16 x16 1 PCI Express x16 2 PCI Express x8 or x...

Страница 9: ...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 connect...

Страница 10: ...at you install them in the PCIE_1 and PCIE_2 slots 2 x PCI Express x16 slots running at x8 PCIE_3 PCIE_4 The PCIE_4 slot shares bandwidth with the PCIE_1 slot When the PCIE_4 slot is populated the PCI...

Страница 11: ...oling fan header CPU_OPT 3 x system fan headers 1 x front panel header 1 x front panel audio header 2 x USB 3 0 2 0 headers 2 x USB 2 0 1 1 headers 1 x Trusted Platform Module TPM header 1 x Thunderbo...

Страница 12: ...t TimeLock Smart Recovery 2 System Information Viewer USB Blocker V Tuner Support for Q Flash Support for Smart Switch Support for Xpress Install Bundled Software Norton Internet Security OEM version...

Страница 13: ...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 with the CPU specifications It is not recomm...

Страница 14: ...d always replace it when the CPU is not installed Step 5 Once the CPU is properly inserted carefully replace the load plate Then secure lever B under its retention tab Step 3 Gently press lever A to a...

Страница 15: ...al for your CPU cooler Step 1 Apply an even and thin layer of thermal grease on the surface of the installed CPU Step 4 Finally attach the power connector of the CPU cooler to the CPU fan header CPU_F...

Страница 16: ...o 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 GIGABYTE s website for the latest support...

Страница 17: ...e has a notch so it can only fit in one direction Follow the steps below to correctly install your memory modules in the memory sockets Step 1 Note the orientation of the memory module Spread the reta...

Страница 18: ...t is fully seated in the slot 3 Make sure the metal contacts on the card are completely inserted into the slot 4 Secure the card s metal bracket to the chassis back panel with a screw 5 After installi...

Страница 19: ...Current GPUs that support 3 Way 4 Way SLI technology include the NVIDIA 8800 GTX 8800 Ultra 9800 GTX GTX 260 GTX 280 GTX 470 GTX 480 GTX 570 GTX 580 GTX 590 and GTX 600 series For the latest GPU supp...

Страница 20: ...iguring the Graphics Card Driver C 1 To Enable CrossFire Function After installing the graphics card driver in the operating system go to the AMD Catalyst Control Center Browse to Performance AMD Cros...

Страница 21: ...following describes the states of the LAN port LEDs Center Subwoofer Speaker Out Orange Use this audio jack to connect center subwoofer speakers in a 5 1 7 1 channel audio configuration Rear Speaker O...

Страница 22: ...Line Out Green The line out jack This jack supports audio amplifying function For better sound quality it is recommended that you connect your headphone speaker to this jack actual effects may vary by...

Страница 23: ...LR_CMOS 21 CPU_MODE 9 5 19 21 3 12 8 20 5 11 10 14 18 8 Read the following guidelines before connecting external devices First make sure your devices are compliant with the connectors you wish to conn...

Страница 24: ...x12 Main Power Connector With the use of the power connector the power supply can supply enough stable power to all the components on the motherboard Before connecting the power connector first make s...

Страница 25: ...e black connector wire is the ground wire The speed control function requires the use of a fan with fan speed control design For optimum heat dissipation it is recommended that a system fan be install...

Страница 26: ...re The speed control function requires the use of a fan with fan speed control design Pin No Definition 1 GND 2 Speed Control 3 Sense 4 VCC 1 7 SATA_EXPRESS SATA Express Connector The SATA Express con...

Страница 27: ...2 1 5 4 0 DEBUG PORT G QBOFM To enable hot plugging for the SATA ports refer to Chapter 2 BIOS Setup Chipset PCH SATA Configuration for more information To enable hot plugging for the SATA ports refer...

Страница 28: ...at an oblique angle Step 3 Press the M 2 SSD down and then secure it with the screw Step 4 The installation is completed as shown in the picture above 10 M2_10G M 2 Socket 3 Connector You can insert...

Страница 29: ...eps below to correctly install an M 2 Wi Fi module in the M 2 Wi Fi connector Step 1 Use a screw driver to unfasten the screw from the motherboard Step 2 Slide the M 2 Wi Fi module into the connector...

Страница 30: ...witch 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 Gray Connects to the chassis i...

Страница 31: ...audio header supports HD audio by default Audio signals will be present on both of the front and back panel audio connections simultaneously Some chassis provide a front panel audio module that has se...

Страница 32: ...SB2 USB 2 0 1 1 Headers The headers conform to USB 2 0 1 1 specification Each USB header can provide two USB ports via an optional USB bracket For purchasing the optional USB bracket please contact th...

Страница 33: ...2 3 1 2 3 1 2 3 1 2 3 1 1 1 1 B S S S _S S 3 B S S S U _ _ 3 S _ S _ S _ S F B_ _ _ _ _B 1 20 19 2 1 B_ S 1 B S S S S 3 B S S S S _ S _ S _ S F B_ 17 TPM Trusted Platform Module Header You may connec...

Страница 34: ...an equivalent one Danger of explosion 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 uncerta...

Страница 35: ...de and OC mode 2 OC Mode Please note that using this mode may result in incompatibility 1 Default F_USB30 F_ U B_ F_ S 1 2 3 1 2 3 1 2 3 1 2 3 1 1 1 1 B S S S _S S 3 B S S S U _ _ 3 S _ S F B_ _ _ _ _...

Страница 36: ...36 Hardware Installation...

Страница 37: ...he user to quickly and easily upgrade or back up BIOS without entering the operating system BIOS is a Windows based utility that searches and downloads the latest version of BIOS from the Internet and...

Страница 38: ...F12 BOOT MENU Boot Menu allows you to set the first boot device without entering BIOS Setup In Boot Menu use the up arrow key h or the down arrow key i to select the first boot device then press Enter...

Страница 39: ...d presents only the most frequently used options in the easy to use interface It helps first time users to perform basic system setups more quickly and easily B ST Mode Smart Tweak Mode Differing from...

Страница 40: ...ettings for the current submenus F8 Access the Q Flash utility F9 Display system information F10 Save all the changes and exit the BIOS Setup program F12 Capture the current screen as an image and sav...

Страница 41: ...he device boot order and advanced features available on the CPU Peripherals Use this menu to configure all peripheral devices such as USB display settings etc Chipset Use this menu to configure Chipse...

Страница 42: ...of these components This page is for advanced users only and we recommend you not to alter the default settings to prevent system instability or other unexpected results Inadequately altering the sett...

Страница 43: ...plying the Host PCIe Clock Frequency by several preset host clock multipliers This item is configurable only when CPU Base Clock is set to Manual Spread Spectrum Control Note Enables or disables CPU P...

Страница 44: ...Level Allows you to set the Filter PLL Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting Default Auto Uncore Ratio Allows you to set the CPU Uncore ratio The adjustable range is dependent on th...

Страница 45: ...umption The C3 state is a more enhanced power saving state than C1 Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting Default Auto C6 C7 State Support Note Allows you to determine whether to let...

Страница 46: ...Normal basic performance Enhanced Stability and Enhanced Performance Default Normal Note This item is present only when you install a CPU and a memory module that support this feature Extreme Memory...

Страница 47: ...memory performance and stability Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting Default Auto Rank Interleaving Enables or disables memory rank interleaving Enabled allows the system to simul...

Страница 48: ...rd Selecting a higher level keeps the Vcore more consistent with what is set in BIOS under heavy load Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting and sets the voltage following Intel s spe...

Страница 49: ...s you to set the over current protection level for Channel C and Channel D memory voltage Auto Lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting Default Standard Extreme Selects Standard Low Medium H...

Страница 50: ...s 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 me...

Страница 51: ...Options are Disabled default 60o C 140o F 70o C 158o F 80o C 176o F 90o C 194o F CPU CPU OPT System Fan Fail Warning Allows the system to emit warning sound if the fan is not connected or fails Check...

Страница 52: ...Normal Allows the fan to run at different speeds according to the system temperature You can adjust the fan speed with System Information Viewer based on your system requirements Default Silent Allows...

Страница 53: ...e PCI Express slots to Gen 1 Gen 2 or Gen 3 Actual operation mode is subject to the hardware specification of each slot Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting Default Auto 3DMark01 En...

Страница 54: ...ds 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 00 00 Use Enter to switch between th...

Страница 55: ...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...

Страница 56: ...abled All PS 2 devices are functional in the operating 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 se...

Страница 57: ...item is configurable only when Network stack is enabled Administrator Password Allows you to configure an administrator password Press Enter on this item type the password and then press Enter You wil...

Страница 58: ...ly on Default Beat Mode The brightness of the LED changes according to the music rhythm Pulse Mode The brightness of the LED changes slowly and smoothly like breath Legacy USB Support Allows USB keybo...

Страница 59: ...ure sSATA as Allows you to decide whether to configure the SATA controllers to AHCI mode IDE Configures the SATA controllers to IDE mode AHCI Configures the SATA controllers to AHCI mode Advanced Host...

Страница 60: ...nfigures the SATA controllers to AHCI mode IDE Configures the SATA controller to IDE mode RAID Enables RAID for the SATA controller AHCI Configures the SATA controllers to AHCI mode Advanced Host Cont...

Страница 61: ...to xHCI controller Note OS has to provide support for the xHCI controller in this mode If the OS does not provide support all sharable ports won t work Disabled The USB 3 0 ports are routed to the EHC...

Страница 62: ...yboard to turn on the system Password Set a password with 1 5 characters to turn on the system Power On Password Set the password when Power On By Keyboard is set to Password Press Enter on this item...

Страница 63: ...essed for less than 4 seconds the system will enter suspend mode Power Loading Enables or disables dummy load When the power supply is at low load a self protection will activate causing it to shutdow...

Страница 64: ...ter on 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 pr...

Страница 65: ...rives 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 flash drive 3 1 Configuring SATA Controll...

Страница 66: ...Setup Step 1 Turn on your computer and press Delete to enter BIOS Setup during the POST Power On Self Test Go to Chipset PCH SATA Configuration make sure SATA Controller is enabled To create RAID set...

Страница 67: ...configuration Step 1 In BIOS Setup go to BIOS Features and set Windows 8 Features to Windows 8 and CSM Support to Disabled Figure 2 Save the changes and exit BIOS Setup Step 2 Afterthesystemreboot ent...

Страница 68: ...AID 0 RAID 1 Recovery RAID 10 and RAID 5 the selections available depend on the number of the hard drives being installed Next use the down arrow key to move to Select Disks Step 4 Under Select Disks...

Страница 69: ...ure 6 After completing you ll be brought back to theIntel R Rapid Storage Technologyscreen Under RAID Volumes you can see the new RAID volume To see more detailed information press Enter on the volume...

Страница 70: ...Volume To delete a RAID array press Enter on the volume to be deleted on the Intel R Rapid Storage Technology screen After entering the RAID VOLUME INFO screen press Enter on Delete to enter the Delet...

Страница 71: ...re 10 Intel R Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM 13 1 0 2126 Copyright C Intel Corporation All Rights Reserved RAID Volumes None defined Physical Devices ID Device Model Serial Size Type Status Vol I...

Страница 72: ...ary The stripe block size can be set from 4 KB to 128 KB Once you have selected the stripe block size press Enter Figure 11 Figure 12 Intel R Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM 13 1 0 2126 Copyright...

Страница 73: ...s Reserved Press ENTER to create the specified volume hi Change TAB Next ESC Previous Menu ENTER Select HELP Name Volume0 RAID Level RAID0 Stripe Disks Select Disks Strip Size 128 MB Capacity 931 5 GB...

Страница 74: ...en Step 1 Select Create RAID Volume in MAIN MENU and press Enter Figure 15 Figure 15 Figure 16 Step 2 After entering the volume name select Recovery under the RAID Level item and press Enter Figure 16...

Страница 75: ...n instructions to complete Intel R Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM 13 1 0 2126 Copyright C Intel Corporation All Rights Reserved Choose the RAID level RAID0 Stripes data performance RAID1 Mirrors...

Страница 76: ...ze data from the cache device to the accelerated drive volume press S and press Y to confirm Figure 20 Intel R Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM 13 1 0 2126 Copyright C Intel Corporation All Rights...

Страница 77: ...stem to be installed requires that you provide additional SATA RAID AHCI driver during the OS installation process please refer to the steps below Step 1 Copy the IRST folder under BootDrv in the driv...

Страница 78: ...rporation All Rights Reserved 3 Reset Disks to Non RAID 4 Exit RAID Volumes None defined Physical Disks ID Drive Model Serial Size Type Status Vol ID 0 Hitachi HDS72105 JP1532FR3BWV7K 465 7GB Member D...

Страница 79: ...d driver disk Then launch the Intel Rapid Storage Technology utility from the desktop Step 1 Go to the Manage menu and click Rebuild to another disk in Manage Volume The Status item on the left of the...

Страница 80: ...ume Options in the MAIN MENU of the Intel RAID Configuration Utility On the RECOVERY VOLUMES OPTIONS menu select Enable Only Recovery Disk to show the recovery drive in the operating system Follow the...

Страница 81: ...p right corner of the screen and select Run Run exe Or go to My Computer double click the optical drive and execute the Run exe program Xpress Install will automatically scan your system and then list...

Страница 82: ...e treatment 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 WE...

Страница 83: ...or 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...

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