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GA-B85M-D3H-A
User's Manual
Rev. 1001
12ME-85MD3HA-1001R

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  • Page 1 GA-B85M-D3H-A User's Manual Rev. 1001 12ME-85MD3HA-1001R...
  • Page 2 Information in this manual is protected by copyright laws and is the property of GIGABYTE. Changes to the specifications and features in this manual may be made by GIGABYTE without 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.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents GA-B85M-D3H-A Motherboard Layout ................4 GA-B85M-D3H-A Motherboard Block Diagram ...............5 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation ..................6 Installation Precautions ..................6 1-2 Product Specifications ..................7 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler ..............9 Installing the Memory ..................9 Installing an Expansion Card ................. 10 Back Panel Connectors ..................

  • Page 4: Ga-B85M-D3H-A Motherboard Layout

    GA-B85M-D3H-A Motherboard Layout KB_MS_USB SYS_FAN1 CPU_FAN ATX_12V_2X4 LGA1150 HDMI R_USB30 USB_LAN GA-B85M-D3H-A Realtek ® GbE LAN AUDIO SYS_FAN2 PCIEX16 PCI1 ® Super I/O Intel ® PCI2 PCIe to PCI Bridge M_BIOS CODEC PCIEX4 B_BIOS CLR_CMOS F_AUDIO SYS_FAN3 F_USB2 F_USB1 F_PANEL...

  • Page 5: Ga-B85M-D3H-A Motherboard Block Diagram

    GA-B85M-D3H-A Motherboard Block Diagram PCI Express Bus CPU CLK+/- (100 MHz) LGA1150 DDR3 1600/1333 MHz 1 PCI Express x16 Dual Channel Memory DVI-D HDMI PCIe CLK (100 MHz) Dual BIOS D-Sub 4 SATA 6Gb/s 2 SATA 3Gb/s RJ45 PCIe CLK...

  • Page 6: Chapter 1 Hardware Installation

    Chapter 1 Hardware Installation Installation Precautions The motherboard contains numerous delicate electronic circuits and components which can become damaged as a result of electrostatic discharge (ESD). Prior to installation, carefully read the user's manual and follow these procedures: • Prior to installation, make sure the chassis is suitable for the motherboard. •...

  • Page 7: 1-2 Product Specifications

    Support for DDR3 1600/1333 MHz memory modules Š Support for non-ECC memory modules Š Support for Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory modules Š (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory modules.) Onboard Integrated Graphics Processor: Š Graphics 1 x D-Sub port, supporting a maximum resolution of 1920x1200 1 x DVI-D port, supporting a maximum resolution of 1920x1200 * The DVI-D port does not support D-Sub connection by adapter.
  • Page 8 Internal 1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector Š Connectors 1 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector Š 4 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors Š 2 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors Š 1 x CPU fan header Š 3 x system fan headers Š...

  • Page 9: Installing The Cpu And Cpu Cooler

    Š * 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: •...

  • Page 10: Installing An Expansion Card

    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.
  • Page 11 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.

  • Page 12: Internal Connectors

    Internal Connectors ATX_12V_2X4 F_AUDIO SPDIF_O CPU_FAN F_USB30 SYS_FAN1/SYS_FAN2/SYS_FAN3 F_USB1/2 SATA3 0/1/2/3 SATA2 0/1 F_PANEL 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.
  • Page 13 1/2) ATX_12V_2X4/ATX (2x4 12V Power Connector and 2x12 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.
  • Page 14 5) 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.
  • Page 15 8) 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. •...
  • Page 16 10) 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 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.
  • Page 17 13) 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. Pin No. Definition Pin No. Definition NDCD- NDSR- NSIN NRTS- NSOUT NCTS- NDTR- NRI- DEBUG...

  • Page 18: Chapter 2 Bios Setup

    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 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.

  • Page 19: Startup Screen

    Startup Screen The following startup Logo screen will appear when the computer boots. (Sample BIOS Version: E1) Function Keys On the main menu of the BIOS Setup program, press arrow keys to move among the items and press <Enter> to accept or enter a sub-menu. Or you can use your mouse to select the item you want. •...
  • Page 20 ` M.I.T. Current Status This screen provides information on CPU/memory frequencies/parameters. ` Advanced Frequency Settings & Processor Graphics Clock Allows you to set the onboard graphics clock. The adjustable range is from 400 MHz to 4000 MHz. (Default: Auto) & CPU Clock Ratio Allows you to alter the clock ratio for the installed CPU.
  • Page 21 & No. of CPU Cores Enabled (Note 1) Allows you to select the number of CPU cores to enable in an Intel multi-core CPU (the number of CPU ® cores may vary by CPU). Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) & Hyper-Threading Technology (Note 1) Allows you to determine whether to enable multi-threading technology when using an Intel CPU that ®...
  • Page 22 ` Advanced Memory Settings & Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) , System Memory Multiplier, Memory Frequency(MHz) (Note) The settings above are synchronous to those under the same items on the Advanced Frequency Settings menu. & Memory Boot Mode Provides memory detection and training methods. Auto Lets BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default) S kip memory detection and training in some specific criteria for faster memory EnableFast Boot boot.
  • Page 23 & 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. &...

  • Page 24: System Information

    & Fan Speed Percentage Allows you to control the fan speed. This item is configurable only when 2nd System Fan Speed Control is set to Manual. Options are: 0.75 PWM value / C ~ 2.50 PWM value / & 3rd System Fan Speed Control (SYS_FAN3 Connector) Allows you to determine whether to enable the fan speed control function and adjust the fan speed. Allows the fan to run at different speeds according to the system temperature.

  • Page 25: 2-4 Bios Features

    & System Date Sets the system date. The date format is week (read-only), month, date, and year. Use <Enter> to switch between the Month, Date, and Year fields and use the <Page Up> or <Page Down> key to set the desired value. & System Time Sets the system time. The time format is hour, minute, and second. For example, 1 p.m. is 13:0:0. Use <Enter> to switch between the Hour, Minute, and Second fields and use the <Page Up> or <Page Down>...
  • Page 26 System 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.
  • Page 27 & Intel Virtualization Technology (Note) Enables or disables Intel Virtualization Technology. Virtualization enhanced by Intel Virtualization ® ® Technology will allow 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) &...

  • Page 28: Peripherals

    & Ipv4 PXE Support Enables or disables IPv4 PXE Support. This item is configurable only when Network stack is enabled. & Ipv6 PXE Support Enables or disables IPv6 PXE Support. This 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 will be requested to confirm the password. Type the password again and press <Enter>. You must enter the administrator password (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. &...
  • Page 29 & XHCI Mode Allows you to determine the operating mode for the xHCI controller in OS. Smart Auto This mode is available only when the BIOS supports the xHCI controller in the pre-boot environment. This mode is similar to Auto, but it adds the capability to route the ports to xHCI or EHCI according to setting used in previous boots (for non-G3 boot) in the pre-boot environment.
  • Page 30 & USB Storage Devices Displays a list of connected USB mass storage devices. This item appears only when a USB storage device is installed. (Default: Auto) & OnBoard LAN Controller Enables or disables the onboard LAN function. (Default: Enabled) If you wish to install a 3rd party add-in network card instead of using the onboard LAN, set this item to Disabled.

  • Page 31: Power Management

    Power Management & Power Loading Enables or disables dummy load. When the power supply is at low load, a self-protection will activate causing it to shutdown or fail. If this occurs, please set to Enabled. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) & Resume by Alarm Determines whether to power on the system at a desired time.

  • Page 32: Save & Exit

    & Power On By Keyboard Allows the system to be turned on by a PS/2 keyboard wake-up event. Note: To use this function, you need an ATX power supply providing at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. Disables this function. (Default) Disabled Set a password with 1~5 characters to turn on the system. Password Keyboard 98 Press POWER button on the Windows 98 keyboard to turn on the system.

  • Page 33: Chapter 3 Appendix

    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. For more software information, please visit GIGABYTE's website. - 33 -...

  • Page 34: Regulatory Statements

    "end of life" product. Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) Directive Statement GIGABYTE products have not intended to add and safe from hazardous substances (Cd, Pb, Hg, Cr+6, PBDE and PBB). The parts and components have been carefully selected to meet RoHS requirement. Moreover, we at GIGABYTE are continuing our efforts to develop products that do not use internationally banned toxic chemicals.
  • Page 35 FCC Notice (U.S.A. Only) This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.

  • Page 36: Contact Us

    Tech. and Non-Tech. Support (Sales/Marketing) : http://esupport.gigabyte.com WEB address (English): http://www.gigabyte.com WEB address (Chinese): http://www.gigabyte.tw You may go to the GIGABYTE website, select your language in the language list on the top right corner of the website. GIGABYTE eSupport •...

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