Gigabyte GA-F2A68HM-S1 Motherboard User Manual

: June 16, 2024
: Gigabyte

Table of Contents

Gigabyte GA-F2A68HM-S1 Motherboard
Introduction
Specifications
Box Contents
Frequently Asked Questions
User Manual
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Gigabyte GA-F2A68HM-S1 Motherboard

Introduction

The feature-rich and incredibly dependable Gigabyte GA-F2A68HM-S1 micro ATX motherboard is made to meet the demands of both PC enthusiasts and everyday users. It has a number of state-of-the-art features and parts that improve performance, guarantee stability, and increase the motherboard’s longevity. We will go over the main attributes and technical details that make the Gigabyte GA-F2A68HM-S1 a great option for your computing requirements in this introduction.

Specifications

General Specifications:

Form Factor: Micro ATX (22.5cm x 17.4cm)
CPU Socket: FM2+ (Supports AMD FM2+/FM2 A-series APUs)
Chipset: AMD A68H

Memory:

2 x DDR3 DIMM sockets
Maximum Supported Memory: Up to 64 GB (Using 16 GB or above memory modules)
Dual Channel Memory Architecture
Memory Speed Support:
- DDR3 2400(OC)/2133/1866/1600/1333 MHz
- Supports AMD Memory Profile (AMP)/Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory modules

Graphics:

Integrated Graphics Processor:
- 1 x D-Sub port, supporting a maximum resolution of 1920×1200
- Maximum shared memory of 2 GB

Audio:

Realtek® ALC887 codec
High Definition Audio
2/4/5.1/7.1-channel audio support
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 (PCI Express 3.0 standard supported with FM2+ APU)
1 x PCI Express x1 slot (PCI Express 2.0 standard)
1 x PCI slot

Multi-Graphics Technology:

Supports AMD Dual Graphics technology (Only A series APUs support AMD Dual Graphics)

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
- 8 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (4 ports on the back panel, 4 ports available through internal USB headers)

Internal I/O Connectors:

1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector
1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector
4 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors
1 x APU fan header
2 x system fan headers
1 x front panel header
1 x front panel audio header
1 x S/PDIF Out header
2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers
1 x speaker header
1 x chassis intrusion header
1 x Clear CMOS jumper

Back Panel Connectors:

1 x PS/2 keyboard port
1 x PS/2 mouse port
1 x D-Sub port
2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports
4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports
1 x RJ-45 port
3 x audio jacks (Line In, Line Out, Mic In)

I/O Controller:

iTE® I/O Controller Chip

H/W Monitoring:

System voltage detection
APU/System temperature detection
APU/System fan speed detection
APU overheating warning
APU/System fan fail warning
APU/System fan speed control (Availability depends on the cooler used)

BIOS:

1 x 64 Mbit flash
Licensed AMI UEFI BIOS
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
Support for Smart Recovery 2
Support for ON/OFF Charge

Bundled Software:

Norton® Internet Security (OEM version)

Operating System Support:

Windows 8.1/7 32-bit/64-bit
Windows XP 32-bit (Requires AMD FM2+ Kaveri APU and Service Pack 3 for Windows XP driver installation)

Box Contents

Gigabyte GA-F2A68HM-S1 motherboard
I/O shield
2 x SATA cables
Motherboard driver disk
User’s Manual
Quick Installation Guide
Norton® Internet Security (OEM version) CD

Frequently Asked Questions

What processors are supported by the Gigabyte GA-F2A68HM-S1 Motherboard?

How much memory can I install on the Gigabyte GA-F2A68HM-S1 Motherboard?

The Gigabyte GA-F2A68HM-S1 Motherboard supports a maximum of 64 GB of system memory. To achieve this capacity, you can use 16 GB or larger memory modules. Keep in mind that the actual amount of memory displayed may be less than the physical memory size when using a 32-bit operating system.

What types of memory modules and speeds does the Gigabyte GA-F2A68HM-S1 Motherboard support?

The Gigabyte GA-F2A68HM-S1 Motherboard supports DDR3 memory modules with speeds of up to 2400 MHz (OC)/2133/1866/1600/1333 MHz. It also supports AMD Memory Profile (AMP)/Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory modules for optimized performance.

Can I use dual-channel memory on the Gigabyte GA-F2A68HM-S1 Motherboard?

Yes, the Gigabyte GA-F2A68HM-S1 Motherboard supports dual-channel memory architecture for improved memory performance.

Does the Gigabyte GA-F2A68HM-S1 Motherboard support onboard graphics, and what is the maximum resolution it can handle?

Yes, the Gigabyte GA-F2A68HM-S1 Motherboard has integrated graphics support with a D-Sub port that can handle a maximum resolution of 1920x1200. It also supports a maximum shared memory of 2 GB.

What audio features does the Gigabyte GA-F2A68HM-S1 Motherboard offer?

The Gigabyte GA-F2A68HM-S1 Motherboard features the Realtek® ALC887 audio codec, providing High Definition Audio support for 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel audio configurations. It also supports S/PDIF Out for digital audio output.

Is there support for Gigabit Ethernet on the Gigabyte GA-F2A68HM-S1 Motherboard?

Yes, the Gigabyte GA-F2A68HM-S1 Motherboard includes a Realtek® GbE LAN chip, offering 10/100/1000 Mbit Gigabit Ethernet connectivity for high-speed networking.

Can I use multiple graphics cards on the Gigabyte GA-F2A68HM-S1 Motherboard for gaming or other applications?

The Gigabyte GA-F2A68HM-S1 Motherboard supports AMD Dual Graphics technology, which allows users to boost 3D graphics performance by adding an additional discrete AMD Radeon™ graphics card to the system. This technology combines the processing power of both integrated and discrete graphics processors for enhanced performance.

What storage options are available on the Gigabyte GA-F2A68HM-S1 Motherboard?

The Gigabyte GA-F2A68HM-S1 Motherboard provides four SATA 6Gb/s connectors and supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10, and JBOD for flexible storage configurations.

How many USB ports are available on the Gigabyte GA-F2A68HM-S1 Motherboard?

The Gigabyte GA-F2A68HM-S1 Motherboard offers 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports on the back panel and 8 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (4 on the back panel, 4 available through internal USB headers).

What is the size and form factor of the Gigabyte GA-F2A68HM-S1 Motherboard?

The Gigabyte GA-F2A68HM-S1 Motherboard follows the Micro ATX form factor with dimensions of 22.5cm x 17.4cm.

Does the Gigabyte GA-F2A68HM-S1 Motherboard support Windows XP?

Yes, the Gigabyte GA-F2A68HM-S1 Motherboard supports Windows XP 32-bit, but it requires an AMD FM2+ Kaveri APU and Service Pack 3 for Windows XP driver installation.