Gigabyte GA-B85M-D3H Motherboard User Manual

Gigabyte GA-B85M-D3H Motherboard

Declaration of Conformity

We, Manufacturer/Importer, G.B.T. Technology Trading GmbH Address: Bullenkoppel 16, 22047 Hamburg, Germany Declare that the product Product Type: Motherboard Product Name: GA-B85M-D3H conforms with the essential requirements of the following directives:

2004/108/EC EMC Directive:

• Conduction & Radiated Emissions: EN55022:2006+A1:2007
• Immunity: EN55024:1998+A1:2001+A2:2003
• Power-line harmonics: EN61000-3-2:2006
• Power-line flicker: EN61000-3-3:2008

2006/95/EC LVD Directive:

• Safety: EN60950-1:2006+A11:2009

2011/65/EU RoHS Directive:

• Restriction of use of certain substances in electronic equipment: This product does not contain any of the restricted substances listed in Annex II, in concentrations and applications banned by the directive.

CE marking

Signature: [Timmy Huang’s signature]

(Stamp)

Date: Apr. 19, 2013

Name: Timmy Huang

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

Per FCC Part 2 Section 2.1077(a)

• Responsible Party Name: G.B.T. INC. (U.S.A.) Address: 17358 Railroad Street City of Industry, CA 91748 Phone/Fax No: 626-854-9338/626-854-9326
• hereby declares that the product Product Name: Motherboard Model Number: GA-B85M-D3H
• Conforms to the following specifications: FCC Part 15, Subpart B, Section 15.107(a) and Section 15.109 (a), Class B Digital Device
• Supplementary Information: This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including that may cause undesired operation.
• Representative Person’s Name: ERIC LU
• Signature: [Eric Lu’s signature]
• Date: Apr. 19, 2013

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• © 2013 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. All rights reserved.
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• 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 motherboard is 1.0. Check your motherboard revision before updating the motherboard BIOS, and drivers, or when looking for technical information.

Example:

GA-B85M-D3H Motherboard Layout

Box Contents

• GA-B85M-D3H motherboard
• Motherboard driver disk
• User’s Manual
• Quick Installation Guide
• Two SATA 6Gb/s cables
• I/O Shield

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.

GA-B85M-D3H Motherboard Block Diagram

For detailed product information/limitation(s), refer to “1-2 Product Specifications.”

Hardware Installation

Installation Precautions

The motherboard contains numerous delicate electronic circuits and components that can become damaged as a result of electrostatic discharge (ESD). Before installation, carefully read the user’s manual and follow these procedures:

• Prior to installation, make sure the chassis is suitable for the motherboard.
• Prior to installation, do not remove or break the motherboard S/N (Serial Number) sticker or warranty sticker provided by your dealer. These stickers are required for warranty validation.
• Always remove the AC power by unplugging the power cord from the power outlet before installing or removing the motherboard or other hardware components.
• When connecting hardware components to the internal connectors on the motherboard, make sure they are connected tightly and securely.
• When handling the motherboard, avoid touching any metal leads or connectors.
• It is best to wear an electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap when handling electronic components such as a motherboard, CPU or memory. 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 power supply voltage has been set according to the local voltage standard.
• Before using the product, please verify that all cables and power connectors of your hardware components are connected.
• To prevent damage to the motherboard, do not allow screws to come in contact with the motherboard circuit or its components.
• Make sure there are no leftover screws or metal components placed on the motherboard or within the computer casing.
• Do not place the computer system on an uneven surface.
• Do not place the computer system in a high-temperature environment.
• Turning on the computer power during the installation process can lead to damage to system components as well as physical harm to the user.
• If you are uncertain about any installation steps or have a problem related to the use of the product, please consult a certified computer technician.

Product Specifications

CPU| l   Support for Intel® Core™ i7 processors/Intel® Core™ i5 processors/

Intel® Core™ i3 processors/Intel® Pentium® processors/Intel® Celeron® processors in the LGA1150 package

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

l   L3 cache varies with CPU

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 Chipset| l   Intel® B85 Express Chipset
Memory| l   4 x 1.5V DDR3 DIMM sockets supporting up to 32 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.

l   Dual channel memory architecture

l   Support for DDR3 1600/1333 MHz memory modules

l   Support for non-ECC memory modules

l   Support for Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory modules

(Go to GIGABYTE’s website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory modules.)

Onboard Graphics| l   Integrated Graphics Processor:

–        1 x D-Sub port, supporting a maximum resolution of 1920×1200@60 Hz

–        1 x DVI-D port, supporting a maximum resolution of 1920×1200@60 Hz

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

–        1 x HDMI port, supporting a maximum resolution of 4096×2160@24 Hz

*                                Support for HDMI 1.4a version.

–        Maximum shared memory of 1 GB

Audio| l   Realtek® ALC892 codec

l   High Definition Audio

l   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.

l   Support for S/PDIF Out

 LAN| l   Realtek® GbE LAN chip (10/100/1000 Mbit)
Expansion Slots Š 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.

(The PCIEX16 slot conforms to PCI Express 3.0 standard.)

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

l   2 x PCI slots

Multi-Graphics    Š Support for AMD CrossFire™ technology Technology
Storage Interface Š Chipset:

–                 4 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors (SATA3 0/1/2/3) supporting up to 4 SATA 6Gb/s devices

–                 2 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors (SATA2 0/1) supporting up to 2 SATA 3Gb/s devices

USB| l   Chipset:

–                 Up to 4 USB 3.0/2.0 ports (2 ports on the back panel, 2 ports available through the internal USB headers)

–                 Up to 8 USB 2.0/1.1 ports (4 ports on the back panel, 4 ports available through

the internal USB headers)

Internal Connectors| l   1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector

l   1 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector

l   4 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors

l   2 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors

l   1 x CPU fan header

l   3 x system fan headers

l   1 x front panel header

l   1 x front panel audio header

l   1 x S/PDIF Out header

l   1 x USB 3.0/2.0 header

l   2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers

l   1 x serial port header

l   1 x parallel port header

l   1 x Trusted Platform Module (TPM) header

l   1 x Clear CMOS jumper

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Back Panel Connectors| l   1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse port

l   1 x D-Sub port

l   1 x DVI-D port

l   1 x HDMI port

l   2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports

l   4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports

l   1 x RJ-45 port

l   6 x audio jacks (Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out/Rear Speaker Out/Side Speaker Out/Line In/Line Out/Microphone)

 I/O Controller| l   iTE® I/O Controller Chip
Hardware Monitor| l   System voltage detection

l   CPU/System temperature detection

l   CPU/System fan speed detection

l   CPU overheating warning

l   CPU/System fan fail warning

l   CPU/System fan speed control

• Whether the fan speed control function is supported will depend on the cooler you install.

BIOS| l   2 x 64 Mbit flash

l   Use of licensed AMI EFI BIOS

l   Support for DualBIOS™

l   PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.0, SM BIOS 2.6, ACPI 2.0a

Unique Features| l   Support for Q-Flash

l   Support for Xpress Install

l   Support for APP Center

*   Available applications in APP Center may differ by motherboard model. Supported

functions of each application may also differ depending on motherboard specifications.

–        @BIOS

–        EasyTune

–        EZ Setup

–        USB Blocker

l   Support for ON/OFF Charge

Bundled             Š Norton Internet Security (OEM version) Software Š Intel® Rapid Start Technology

l   Intel®  Smart Connect Technology

l   Intel®  Small Business Advantage

Operating           Š Support for Windows 8/7 System
 Form Factor       Š Micro ATX Form Factor; 24.4cm x 22.5cm

• • GIGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to the product specifications and product-related information without prior notice.
• • Please visit the Support & Downloads\Utility page on GIGABYTE’s website to check the supported operating system(s) for the software listed in the “Unique Features” and “Bundled Software” columns.

Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler

Read the following guidelines before you begin to install the CPU:

• Make sure that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE’s website for the latest CPU support list.)
• Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing the CPU to prevent hardware damage.
• Locate 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 with the CPU specifications. It is not recommended 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 and the notches on the CPU.

Do not remove the CPU socket cover before inserting the CPU. It may pop off from the load plate automatically during the process of re-engaging the lever after you insert the CPU.

Installing the Memory

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 GIGABYTE’s website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory modules.)
• Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing the memory to prevent hardware damage.
• Memory modules have a foolproof design. A memory module can be installed in only one direction. If you are unable to insert the memory, switch the direction.

Dual Channel Memory Configuration

• This motherboard provides four DDR3 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. After the memory is installed, the BIOS will automatically detect the specifications and capacity of the memory. Enabling Dual Channel memory mode will double the original memory bandwidth.
• The four DDR3 memory sockets are divided into two channels and each channel has two memory sockets as following:
  • Channel A: DDR3_2, DDR3_4
  • Channel B: DDR3_1, DDR3_3
• Due to CPU limitations, read the following guidelines before installing the memory in Dual Channel mode.
  1. Dual Channel mode cannot be enabled if only one DDR3 memory module is installed.
  2. When enabling Dual Channel mode with two or four memory modules, it is recommended that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used. For optimum performance, when enabling Dual Channel mode with two memory modules, we recommend that you install them in the DDR3_1 and DDR3_2 sockets.

Installing an Expansion Card

Read the following guidelines before you begin to install an expansion card:

• Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion 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.

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/2 Keyboard/Mouse Port
  Use this port to connect a PS/2 mouse or keyboard.

• D-Sub Port
  The D-Sub port supports a 15-pin D-Sub connector and supports a maximum resolution of 1920×1200 @60 Hz (the actual resolutions supported depend on the monitor being used). Connect a monitor that supports D-Sub connection to this port.

• DVI-D Port (Note)
  The DVI-D port conforms to the DVI-D specification and supports a maximum resolution of 1920×1200 @60 Hz (the actual resolutions supported depend on the monitor being used). Connect a monitor that supports DVI-D connection to this port.

• HDMI Port

  • The HDMI port is HDCP compliant and supports Dolby True HD and DTS HD Master Audio formats. It also supports up to 192KHz/24bit 8-channel LPCM audio output. You can use this port to connect your HDMI-supported monitor. The maximum supported resolution is 4096×2160@24 Hz, but the actual resolutions supported are dependent on the monitor being used.
  • (Note) The DVI-D port does not support D-Sub connection by adapter.

Triple-Display Configurations for the Onboard Graphics:

Triple-display configurations are supported after you install motherboard drivers in OS. Only dual-display configurations are supported during the BIOS Setup or POST process.

• USB 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.

• RJ-45 LAN Port
  The Gigabit Ethernet LAN port provides Internet connection at up to 1 Gbps data rate. The following describes the states of the LAN port LEDs.

Connection/Speed LED:

Activity LED:

• Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out Jack (Orange)
  Use this audio jack to connect center/subwoofer speakers in a 5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration.

• Rear Speaker Out Jack (Black)
  This jack can be used to connect front speakers in a 4/5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration.

• Side Speaker Out Jack (Gray)
  Use this audio jack to connect side speakers in a 7.1-channel audio configuration.

• 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 audio configuration.

• Mic In Jack (Pink)
  The default Mic in jack. Microphones must be connected to this jack.

  • The audio jacks can be reconfigured to perform different functions via the audio software. Only microphones still MUST be connected to the default Mic in the jack.
  • When removing the cable connected to a back panel connector, first remove the cable from your device and then remove it from the motherboard.
  • When removing the cable, pull it straight out from the connector. Do not rock it side to side to prevent an electrical short inside the cable connector.

Internal Connectors

1. ATX_12V_2X4
2. ATX
3. CPU_FAN
4. SYS_FAN1/SYS_FAN2/SYS_FAN3
5. BAT
6. SATA3 0/1/2/3
7. SATA2 0/1
8. F_PANEL
9. F_AUDIO
10. SPDIF_O
11. F_USB30
12. F_USB1/2
13. COM
14. LPT
15. TPM
16. CLR_CMOS

Read the following guidelines before connecting external devices:

• First make sure your devices are compliant with the connectors you wish to connect.
• Before installing the devices, be sure to turn 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.

ATX_12V_2X4/ATX (2×4 12V Power Connector and 2×12 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 sure the power supply is turned off and all devices are properly installed. The power connector possesses a foolproof design. Connect the power supply cable to the power connector in the correct orientation.

The 12V power connector mainly supplies power to the CPU. If the 12V power connector is not connected, the computer will not start.

To meet expansion requirements, it is recommended that a power supply that can withstand high power consumption 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:

ATX:

CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN1/SYS_FAN2/SYS_FAN3 (Fan Headers)

All fan headers on this motherboard are 4-pin. Most fan headers possess a foolproof insertion design. When connecting a fan cable, be sure to connect it in the correct orientation (the 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 installed inside the chassis.

CPU_FAN:

SYS_FAN1/SYS_FAN2/SYS_FAN3:

• Be sure to connect fan cables to the fan headers to prevent your CPU and system from overheating.
• Overheating may result in damage to the CPU or the system may hang.
• These fan headers are not configuration jumper blocks. Do not place a jumper cap on the headers.

BAT (Battery)

The battery provides power to keep the values (such as BIOS configurations, date, and time information) 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 the positive and negative terminals of the battery holder, making them short for 5 seconds.)
3. Replace the battery.
4. Plug in the power cord and restart your computer.

Always turn off your computer and unplug the power cord before replacing the battery.

• Replace the battery with 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 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 regulations.

SATA3 0/1/2/3 (SATA 6Gb/s Connectors)

The SATA connectors conform to SATA 6Gb/s standard and are compatible with SATA 3Gb/s and SATA 1.5Gb/s standard. Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device.

SATA2 0/1 (SATA 3Gb/s Connectors)

The SATA connectors conform to the SATA 3Gb/s standard and are compatible with the SATA 1.5Gb/s standard. Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device.

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.

PLED/PWR_LED (Power LED):

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 an S3/S4 sleep state or powered off (S5).

• PW (Power Switch):
  Connects to the power switch on the chassis front panel. You may configure the way to turn off your system using the power switch (refer to Chapter 2, “BIOS Setup,” “Power Management,” for more information).

• Speaker (Speaker):
  Connects to the speaker on the chassis front panel. The system reports the system startup status by issuing a beep code. One single short beep will be heard if no problem is detected at the system startup.

• HD (Hard Drive Activity LED):
  Connects to 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 detect if the chassis cover has been removed. This function requires a chassis with a chassis intrusion switch/sensor.

• The front panel design may differ by chassis. A front panel module mainly consists of the power switch, reset switch, power LED, hard drive activity LED, speaker, etc. When connecting your chassis front panel module to this header, make sure the wire assignments and the pin assignments are matched correctly.

F_AUDIO (Front Panel Audio Header)

The front panel audio header supports Intel High Definition audio (HD) and AC’97 audio. You may connect your chassis front panel audio module to this header. Make sure the wire assignments of the module connector match the pin assignments of the motherboard header. An incorrect connection between the module connector and the motherboard header will make the device unable to work or even damage it.

For HD Front Panel Audio:

For AC’97 Front Panel Audio:

• The front panel 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 separated connectors on each wire instead of a single plug. For information about connecting the front panel audio module that has different wire assignments, please contact the chassis manufacturer.

SPDIF_O (S/PDIF Out Header)

This header supports digital S/PDIF Out and connects an 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 graphics card if you wish to connect an HDMI display to the graphics card and have digital audio output from the HDMI display at the same time. For information about connecting the S/PDIF digital audio cable, carefully read the manual for your expansion card.

F_USB30 (USB 3.0/2.0 Header)

The header conforms to USB 3.0/2.0 specifications and can provide two USB ports. For purchasing the optional 3.5″ front panel that provides two USB 3.0/2.0 ports, please contact the local dealer.

F_USB1/2 (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 the local dealer.

• Do not plug the IEEE 1394 bracket (2×5-pin) cable into the USB 2.0/1.1 header.
• Before 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.

COM (Serial Port Header)

The COM header can provide one serial port via an optional COM port cable. For purchasing the optional COM port cable, please contact the local dealer.

LPT (Parallel Port Header)

The LPT header can provide one parallel port via an optional LPT port cable. For purchasing the optional LPT port cable, please contact the local dealer.

TPM (Trusted Platform Module Header)

You may connect a TPM (Trusted Platform Module) to this header.

CLR_CMOS (Clear CMOS Jumper)

Use this jumper to clear the BIOS configurations 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.

Open: Normal

Short: Clear CMOS Values

• Always turn off your computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before clearing the CMOS values.
• After the system restarts, go to BIOS Setup to load factory defaults (select Load Optimized Defaults) or manually configure the BIOS settings (refer to Chapter 2, “BIOS Setup,” for BIOS configurations).

BIOS Setup

BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) records the hardware parameters of the system in the CMOS on the motherboard. Its major functions include conducting the Power-On Self-Test (POST) during system startup, saving system parameters loading the operating system, etc. BIOS includes a 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 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 utility that searches and downloads the latest version of BIOS from the Internet and updates the BIOS.
• Because BIOS flashing is potentially 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 in the system’s failure to boot. If this occurs, try to clear the CMOS values and reset the board to default values. (Refer to the “Load Optimized Defaults” section in this chapter or introductions of the battery/clear CMOS jumper in Chapter 1 for how to clear the CMOS values.)

Startup Screen

The following startup Logo screen will appear when the computer boots. (Sample BIOS Version: D9)

On the main menu of the BIOS Setup program, press arrow keys to move among the items and press to accept or enter a sub-menu. Or you can use your mouse to select the item you want.

• When the system is not stable as usual, select the Load Optimized Defaults item to set your system to its defaults.
• The BIOS Setup menus described in this chapter are for reference only and may differ by BIOS version.

M.I.T.

This section provides information on the BIOS version, CPU base clock, CPU frequency, memory frequency, total memory size, CPU temperature, Vcore, and memory voltage.

Whether the system will work stably with the overclock/overvoltage settings you made is dependent on your overall system configurations. Incorrectly doing overclock/overvoltage may result in damage to CPU, chipset, or memory and reduce the useful life 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 settings may result in system’s failure to boot. If this occurs, clear the CMOS values and reset the board to default values.)

• M.I.T. Current Status
• • Provides information on CPU/memory frequencies/parameters.
• Advanced Frequency Settings
• • Processor Graphics Clock
  • Allows you to set the onboard graphics clock (Adjustable range: 400 MHz to 4000 MHz, Default: Auto).
  • CPU Clock Ratio
  • Allows you to alter the clock ratio for the installed CPU (Adjustable range dependent on the CPU).
  • CPU Frequency
  • Displays the current operating CPU frequency.
• Advanced CPU Core Features
• • CPU Clock Ratio, CPU Frequency
  • Synchronous settings to those under Advanced Frequency Settings.
  • CPU PLL Selection
  • Allows you to set the CPU PLL (Default: Auto).
  • Filter PLL Level
  • Allows you to set the Filter PLL (Default: Auto).
  • Uncore Ratio
  • Allows you to set the CPU Uncore ratio (Adjustable range dependent on the CPU).
  • Uncore Frequency
  • Displays the current CPU Uncore frequency.
  • Intel(R) Turbo Boost Technology (Note)
  • Allows you to enable/disable Intel CPU Turbo Boost technology (Default: Auto).
  • Turbo Ratio (1-Core Active~4-Core Active) (Note)
  • Allows you to set CPU Turbo ratios for different active cores (Default: Auto).
  • Turbo Power Limit (Watts)
  • Allows you to set a power limit for CPU Turbo mode (Default: Auto).
  • Core Current Limit (Amps)
  • Allows you to set a current limit for CPU Turbo mode (Default: Auto).
  • CPU Core Enabled (Note)
  • Allows you to enable/disable all CPU cores (Default: Auto).
• Hyper-Threading Technology (Note 1)
• • Allows you to enable/disable multi-threading technology (Default: Auto).
• CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) (Note 1)
• • Enables/disables Intel CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) function (Default: Auto).
• C3/C6 State Support (Note 1)
• • Allows you to enable/disable CPU entering C3/C6 mode in system halt state (Default: Auto).
• CPU Thermal Monitor (Note 1)
• • Enables/disables Intel Thermal Monitor function (Default: Auto).
• CPU EIST Function (Note 1)
• • Enables/disables Enhanced Intel Speed Step Technology (EIST) (Default: Auto).
• Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) (Note 2)
• • Allows BIOS to read SPD data on XMP memory module(s) to enhance memory performance.
• System Memory Multiplier
• • Allows you to set the system memory multiplier (Default: Auto).
• Memory Frequency (MHz)
• • Displays normal and automatically adjusted memory frequencies.
• Advanced Memory Settings
• • Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) (Note), System Memory Multiplier, Memory Frequency(MHz)
  • Synchronous settings to those under Advanced Frequency Settings.
  • Performance Enhance
  • Allows the system to operate at different performance levels (Normal, Turbo, Extreme).
  • DRAM Timing Selectable
  • Quick and Expert modes for configurable Channel Interleaving, Rank Interleaving, and memory timing settings.
• Profile DDR Voltage
• • Displays voltage based on XMP memory or non-XMP memory module (if X.M.P. is disabled).
• Profile VTT Voltage
• • The voltage value displayed is dependent on the CPU being used.
• Channel Interleaving
• • Enables/disables memory channel interleaving (Default: Auto).
• Rank Interleaving
• • Enables/disables memory rank interleaving (Default: Auto).
• Channel A/B Timing Settings
• • Provides memory timing settings for each memory channel (Configurable only in Quick or Expert mode).
  • Note: Reset the board to default values if system instability occurs after changes in memory timings.
• Advanced Voltage Settings
• • CPU Core Voltage Control
  • Provides CPU voltage control options.
  • Chipset Voltage Control
  • Provides Chipset voltage control options.
  • DRAM Voltage Control
  • 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 of previous chassis intrusion status, and the Case Open field will show “No” at the next boot.
  • Case Open
  • Displays the detection status of the chassis intrusion detection device attached to the motherboard CI header. If the system chassis cover is removed, this field will show “Yes,” otherwise, it will show “No.” To clear the chassis intrusion status record, set Reset Case Open Status to Enabled, save the settings to the CMOS, and then restart your system.
  • CPU Vcore/CPU VRIN/DRAM Voltage/+3.3V/+5V/+12V/CPU VAXG
  • Displays the current system voltages.
  • CPU/System Temperature
  • Displays current CPU/system temperature.
  • CPU/System FAN Speed
  • Displays current CPU/system fan speeds.
  • CPU Warning Temperature
  • Sets the warning threshold for CPU temperature. Options: Disabled (default), 60oC/140oF, 70oC/158oF, 80oC/176oF, 90oC/194oF. When the CPU temperature exceeds the threshold, BIOS will emit a warning sound.
  • CPU Fan Speed Control
  • Allows you to enable/disable the CPU fan speed control function for the system fan connected to the CPU_FAN connector and adjust the fan speed.
  • Normal: The fan runs at different speeds according to CPU temperature (Default).
  • Silent: The fan runs at slow speeds.
  • Manual: Allows manual control of the fan speed under the Slope PWM item.
  • Disabled: Fan runs at full speeds.
  • Slope PWM
  • Allows you to control the fan speed. Configurable only when CPU Fan Speed Control is set to Manual. Options: 0.75 PWM value /oC ~ 2.50 PWM value /oC.
  • 1st System Fan Speed Control (SYS_FAN1 Connector)
  • Similar options for system fan connected to the SYS_FAN1 connector.
  • 2nd/3rd System Fan Speed Control (SYS_FAN2/SYS_FAN3 Connectors)
  • Similar options for system fans connected to SYS_FAN2/SYS_FAN3 connectors.
  • Miscellaneous Settings
  • PEG Gen3 Slot Configuration
  • Allows you to set the operation mode of the PCI Express slots to Gen 1, Gen 2, or Gen 3. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting (Default: Auto).
  • Legacy BenchMark Enhancement
  • Allows you to determine whether to enhance some legacy benchmark performance (Default: Disabled).

System

This section provides information on your CPU, memory, motherboard model, and BIOS version. You can also select the default language used by the BIOS and manually set the system time.

• System Language: Select the default language used by the BIOS.
• System Date: Sets the system date. The date format is a week (read-only), month, date, and year. Use to switch between the Month, Date, and Year fields and use the or 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 to switch between the Hour, Minute, and Second fields and use the or 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 will display as Administrator.) The Administrator level allows you to make changes to all BIOS settings; the User level only allows you to make changes to certain BIOS settings but not all.

BIOS Features

• Boot Option Priorities
• • Specifies the overall boot order from the available devices. For example, you can set the hard drive as the first priority (Boot Option #1) and the DVD ROM drive as the second priority (Boot Option #2). The list only displays the device with the highest priority for a specific type. For example, only hard drive defined as the first priority on the Hard Drive BBS Priorities submenu will be presented here.
  • Removable storage devices that support the GPT format will be prefixed with the “UEFI:” string on the boot device list.
  • To boot from an operating system that supports GPT partitioning, select the device prefixed with the “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 the “UEFI:” string.
• Hard Drive/CD/DVD ROM Drive/Floppy Drive/Network Device BBS Priorities
• • Specifies the boot 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 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 the Numlock feature on the numeric keypad of the keyboard after the POST. (Default: Enabled)
• 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)
• 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).
• Fast Boot
• • Enables or disables Fast Boot to shorten the OS boot process. Ultra Fast provides the fastest bootup speed (Default: Disabled).
• 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).
  • Configurable only when Fast Boot is set to Enabled or Ultra Fast.
• USB Support
• • Disabled: All USB devices are disabled before the OS boot process completes.
  • Full Initial: All USB devices are functional in the operating system and during the POST.
  • Partial Initial: Part of the USB devices are disabled before the OS boot process completes (Default).
  • Configurable only when Fast Boot is set to Enabled. Disabled when Fast Boot is set to Ultra Fast.
• PS2 Devices Support
• • Disabled: All PS/2 devices are disabled before the OS boot process completes.
  • Full Initial: All PS/2 devices are functional in the operating system and during the POST (Default).
  • Configurable only when Fast Boot is set to Enabled. 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.
  • Configurable only when Fast Boot is set to Enabled or Ultra Fast.
• Limit CPUID Maximum (Note)
• • Allows you to determine whether to limit CPUID maximum value. Set to Disabled for Windows XP operating system; set to Enabled for legacy operating systems such as Windows NT4.0 (Default: Disabled).
• Execute Disable Bit (Note)
• • Enables or disables Intel® Execute Disable Bit function. Enhances protection for the computer, reducing exposure to viruses and malicious buffer overflow attacks when working with supporting software and system (Default: Enabled).
• Intel Virtualization Technology (Note)
• • Enables or disables Intel® Virtualization Technology. Virtualization enhanced by Intel® Virtualization Technology allows a platform to run multiple operating systems and applications in independent partitions. With virtualization, one computer system can function as multiple virtual systems (Default: Enabled).
• Intel TXT(LT) Support (Note)
• • Enables or disables Intel® Trusted Execution Technology (Intel® TXT). Intel® Trusted Execution Technology provides a hardware-based security foundation (Default: Disabled).
• VT-d (Note)
• • Enables or disables Intel® Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (Default: Enabled).
  • Note: This item is present only when you install a CPU that supports this feature. For more information about Intel® CPUs’ unique features, please visit Intel’s website.
• OS Type
• • Allows you to select the operating system to be installed. Set this item to Windows 8 for Windows 8 operating system. (Default: Other OS)
• CSM Support
• • Enables or disables UEFI CSM (Compatibility Support Module) to support a legacy PC boot process.
  • Always: Enables UEFI CSM. (Default)
  • Never: Disables UEFI CSM and supports UEFI BIOS boot process only.
  • Configurable only when OS Type 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 booting from operating systems that only support legacy Option ROM.
  • UEFI Only: Allows booting from operating systems that only support UEFI Option ROM.
  • Configurable only when CSM Support is set to Always.
• LAN PXE Boot Option ROM
• • Allows you to select whether to enable the legacy option ROM for the LAN controller. (Default: Disabled)
  • Configurable only when CSM Support is set to Always.
• Storage Boot Option Control
• • Allows you to select whether to enable the UEFI or legacy option ROM for the storage device controller.
  • Disabled: Disables option ROM.
  • UEFI Only: Enables UEFI option ROM only.
  • Legacy Only: Enables Legacy Option ROM only. (Default)
  • Legacy First: Enables Legacy Option ROM first.
  • UEFI First: Enables UEFI Option ROM first.
  • 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.
  • UEFI OpROM: Enables UEFI option ROM only. (Default)
  • Legacy OpROM: Enables legacy option ROM only.
• Network stack
• • Disables or enables booting from the network to install a GPT format OS, such as installing the OS from the Windows Deployment Services server. (Default: Disabled)
• Ipv6 PXE Support
• • Enables or disables IPv6 PXE Support. Configurable only when Network stack is enabled.
• Ipv4 PXE Support
• • Enables or disables IPv4 PXE Support. Configurable only when Network stack is enabled.
• Administrator Password
• • Allows you to configure an administrator password. You must enter the administrator password at system startup and when entering BIOS Setup. The administrator password allows you to make changes to all BIOS settings.
• User Password
• • Allows you to configure a user password. You must enter the administrator password (or user password) at system startup and when entering BIOS Setup. The user password only allows you to make changes to certain BIOS settings but not all. To cancel the password, press on the password item and when requested for the password, enter the correct one first. When prompted for a new password, press without entering any password. Press again when prompted to confirm.

Peripherals

• Init Display First
• • Specifies the first initiation of the monitor display from the installed PCI graphics card, 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)
  • PCIe 2 Slot: Sets the graphics card on the PCIEX4 slot as the first display.
  • PCI: Sets the graphics card on the PCI slot as the first display.
• XHCI Mode
• • Allows you to determine the operating mode for the xHCI controller in OS.
  • Smart Auto: Similar to Auto but adds the capability to route the ports to xHCI or EHCI according to the setting used in previous boots (for non-G3 boot) in the pre-boot environment. (Default)
  • Auto: BIOS routes the sharable ports to the EHCI controller, providing an option to enable the xHCI controller and reroute the sharable ports.
  • Enabled: All shared ports are eventually routed to the xHCI controller during the BIOS boot process.
  • Disabled: USB 3.0 ports are routed to the EHCI controller, and the xHCI controller is turned off.
  • Manual: Allows you to determine whether to route the USB 3.0 ports to the xHCI or EHCI controller before booting to OS and manually route each USB 3.0/2.0 port to xHCI or EHCI.
• Audio Controller
• • Enables or disables the onboard audio function. (Default: Auto)
  • Set to Disabled if using a 3rd party add-in audio card.
• Internal Graphics
• • Enables or disables the onboard graphics function. (Default: Enabled)
• Internal Graphics Memory Size
• • Allows you to set the onboard graphics memory size. Options: 32M~1024M. (Default: 64M)
• DVMT Total Memory Size
• • Allows you to allocate the DVMT memory size of the onboard graphics. Options: 128M, 256M, MAX. (Default: MAX)
• Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology
• • Enables or disables Intel® Rapid Start Technology. (Default: Disabled)
• 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: Enabled)
• EHCI Hand-off
• • Determines whether to enable EHCI Hand-off feature for an operating system without EHCI Hand-off support. (Default: Disabled)
• USB Storage Devices
• • Displays a list of connected USB mass storage devices. Appears only when a USB storage device is installed. (Default: Auto)
• OnBoard LAN Controller#1
• • Enables or disables the onboard LAN function. (Default: Enabled)
  • Set to Disabled if using a 3rd party add-in network card.
• SATA Configuration
• • SATA Controller(s)
  • Enables or disables the integrated SATA controllers. (Default: Enabled)
  • SATA Mode Selection
  • IDE: Configures the SATA controller to IDE mode.
  • AHCI: Configures the SATA controller to AHCI mode. (Default)
• Serial ATA Port 0/1/2/3/4/5
• • Port 0/1/2/3/4/5
  • Enables or disables each SATA port. (Default: Enabled)
  • Hot-plug
  • Enables or disables the hot-plug capability for each SATA port. (Default: Disabled)
• Super IO Configuration
• • 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
    • Configurable only when Parallel Port is set to Enabled. Select an operating mode for the onboard parallel (LPT) port. (Default), EPP Mode, ECP Mode, EPP Mode & ECP Mode.
• Intel(R) Smart Connect Technology
• • ISCT Support
  • Enables or disables Intel® Smart Connect Technology. (Default: Disabled)
• Realtek PCIe GBE Family Controller (MAC:90:2B:34:DA: E3:BC)
• • This sub-menu provides information on LAN configuration.

Power Management

• Resume by Alarm
• • Determines whether to power the system at a desired time. (Default: Disabled)
  • If enabled, set the date and time as follows:
  • Wake-up day: Turn on the system at a specific time on each day or on a specific day in a month.
  • Wake-up hour/minute/second: Set the time at which the system will be powered on automatically.
  • Note: When using this function, avoid inadequate shutdown from the operating system or removal of the AC power, or the settings may not be effective.
• ErP
• • Determines whether to let the system consume the least power in S5 (shutdown) state. (Default: Disabled)
  • Note: When this item is set to Enabled, the following functions will become unavailable: PME event wakes 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: 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.
• RC6(Render Standby)
• • Allows you to determine whether to let the onboard graphics enter standby mode to decrease power consumption. (Default: Enabled)
• AC BACK
• • Determines the state of the system after the return of power from an AC power loss.
  • Memory: The system returns to its last known awake state upon the return of the AC power.
  • Always On The system is turned on upon the return of the AC power.
  • Always Off: The system stays off upon the return of the AC power. (Default)
• Power On By Keyboard
• • Allows the system to be turned on by a PS/2 keyboard wake-up event.
  • Disabled: Disables this function. (Default)
  • Password: Set a password with 1~5 characters to turn on the system.
  • Keyboard 98: Press the POWER button on the Windows 98 keyboard to turn on the system.
  • Any Key: Press any key to turn on the system.
• Power On Password
• • Set the password when Power On by Keyboard is set to Password.
  • Press on this item and set a password with up to 5 characters and then press to accept.
  • To turn on the system, enter the password and press .
  • Note: To cancel the password, press on this item. When prompted for the password, press 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.
  • Disabled: Disables this function. (Default)
  • Move: Move the mouse to turn on the system.
  • Double Click: Double-click on the left button on the mouse to turn on the system.

Save & Exit

• Save & Exit Setup
• • Press on this item and select Yes. This saves the changes to the CMOS and exits the BIOS Setup program. Select No or press to return to the BIOS Setup Main Menu.
• Exit Without Saving
• • Press on this item and select Yes. This exits the BIOS Setup without saving the changes made in the BIOS Setup to the CMOS. Select No or press to return to the BIOS Setup Main Menu.
• Load Optimized Defaults
• • Press on this item and select Yes to load the optimal BIOS default settings. The BIOS default settings help the system to operate in an optimum state. Always load the Optimized defaults after updating the BIOS or after clearing the CMOS values.
• Boot Override
• • Allows you to select a device to boot immediately. Press 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 profile. You can create up to 4 profiles and save them as Setup Profile 1~ Setup Profile 4. Press to complete.
• Load Profiles
• • If your system becomes unstable and you have loaded the BIOS default settings, you 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 to complete.

Drivers Installation

• Before installing the drivers, first install the operating system. (The following instructions use Windows 8 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 disc” on the top-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 all of the drivers that are recommended to install. You can click the Xpress Install button and “Xpress Install” will install all of the selected drivers. Or click the arrow icon to individually install the drivers you need.

Regulatory Statements

Regulatory Notices

This document must not be copied without our written permission, and the contents thereof must not be imparted to a third party nor be used for any unauthorized purpose. Contravention will be prosecuted. We believe that the information contained herein was accurate in all respects at the time of printing. GIGABYTE cannot, however, assume any responsibility for errors or omissions in this text. Also, note that the information in this document is subject to change without notice and should not be construed as a commitment by GIGABYTE.

Our Commitment to Preserving the Environment

In addition to high-efficiency performance, all GIGABYTE motherboards fulfill European Union regulations for RoHS (Restriction of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment) and WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) environmental directives, as well as most major worldwide safety requirements. To prevent the release of harmful substances into the environment and to maximize the use of our natural resources, GIGABYTE provides the following information on how you can responsibly recycle or reuse most of the materials in your “end-of-life” product.

Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) Directive Statement

GIGABYTE products are not intended to add and be safe from hazardous substances (Cd, Pb, Hg, Cr+6, PBDE, and PBB). The parts and components have been carefully selected to meet RoHS requirements. Moreover, we at GIGABYTE are continuing our efforts to develop products that do not use internationally banned toxic chemicals.

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GIGABYTE will fulfill the national laws as interpreted from the 2002/96/EC WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) directive. The WEEE Directive specifies the 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.

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For more information about where you can drop off your waste equipment for recycling, please contact your local government office, your household waste disposal service, or where you purchased the product for details of environmentally safe recycling.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What comes in the box with the GA-B85M-D3H motherboard?

The box includes the GA-B85M-D3H motherboard, motherboard driver disk, user's manual, quick installation guide, two SATA 6Gb/s cables, and an I/O shield.

Are the box contents of GA-B85M-D3H Motherboard subject to change?

Yes, the box contents mentioned are for reference only, and the actual items may depend on the product package you obtain.

What CPUs are supported by the GA-B85M-D3H motherboard?

The motherboard supports Intel Core i7, i5, i3, Pentium, and Celeron processors in the LGA1150 package. Visit Gigabyte's website for the latest CPU support list.

What is the chipset used in GA-B85M-D3H Motherboard?

The motherboard uses the Intel B85 Express Chipset.

How much memory can GA-B85M-D3H Motherboard support?

It can support up to 32 GB of system memory across 4 x DDR3 DIMM sockets.

What are the memory speed and module support details of GA-B85M-D3H Motherboard?

It supports DDR3 1600/1333 MHz memory modules, non-ECC memory modules, and Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory modules. Refer to Gigabyte's website for the latest supported memory speeds and modules.

What onboard graphics options are available in GA-B85M-D3H Motherboard?

The motherboard has integrated graphics processors, including 1 x D-Sub port, 1 x DVI-D port, and 1 x HDMI port. It supports a maximum shared memory of 1 GB.

What audio codec is used on GA-B85M-D3H motherboard?

The motherboard features the Realtek ALC892 codec and supports high-definition audio with 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel audio output.

What LAN chip is used in GA-B85M-D3H Motherboard?

It uses the Realtek GbE LAN chip, providing 10/100/1000 Mbit Ethernet connectivity.

How many PCI Express slots are available in GA-B85M-D3H Motherboard?

The motherboard has 1 x PCI Express x16 slot running at x16 (PCIEX16), 1 x PCI Express x16 slot running at x4 (PCIEX4), and 2 x PCI slots.

Does GA-B85M-D3H Motherboard support AMD CrossFire technology for multiple GPUs?

Yes, it supports AMD CrossFire technology for multi-GPU configurations.

How many SATA connectors are available in GA-B85M-D3H Motherboard, and what are their speeds?

It has 4 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors (SATA3 0/1/2/3) supporting up to 4 SATA 6Gb/s devices and 2 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors (SATA2 0/1) supporting up to 2 SATA 3Gb/s devices.

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