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Gigabyte GA-Z77M-D3H User Manual

Gigabyte GA-Z77M-D3H
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Unique Features - 72 -
4-9 Intel Smart Response
A. System Requirements
An Intel Chipset-based motherboard1.
An Intel Core series processor2.
RAID enabled for the Intel SATA controllers in BIOS Setup3.
A conventional SATA disk and an SSD4.
(Note 1)
Windows 7 with SP15.
(Note 2)
All motherboard drivers correctly installed6.
B. Conguring Intel Smart Response Technology
Step 1:
While in the operating system, use the "Xpress Install" function of the motherboard driver disk to install
all motherboard drivers, including the Intel Rapid Storage Technology driver. Restart your computer when
completed.
If you have installed the operating system before conguring the Smart Response Technology, all
original data on the hard disk will be lost once you enable RAID mode. It is recommended that you
back up the hard disk before enabling the Smart Response Technology.
Step 2:
Find the IRST icon in the notication area and double-click it to open the Intel Rapid Storage Technology
utility.
Step 3:
On the main screen, click the Accelerate button and then click Enable acceleration.
M
N
Make sure the Intel Rapid Storage Technology driver version is 11.0 or above.
(Note 1) The SSD works as a cache of the hard disk. The maximum cache memory size is 64 GB. If you use
an SSD larger than 64 GB, the space beyond 64 GB can still be used for storing your data.
(Note 2) The operating system must be installed to the SATA disk.

Table of Contents

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Gigabyte GA-Z77M-D3H Specifications

General IconGeneral
ECCNo
Non-ECCYes
Memory voltage1.5 V
Memory channelsDual-channel
Memory slots typeDIMM
Number of memory slots4
Supported memory typesDDR3-SDRAM
Maximum internal memory32 GB
Supported memory clock speeds1066, 1333, 1600 MHz
Supported memory module capacities16GB, 1GB, 2GB, 4GB, 8GB
System bus rate5 GT/s
Processor socketLGA 1155 (Socket H2)
Processor manufacturerIntel
Compatible processor seriesIntel Core i3, Intel Core i5, Intel Core i7
Maximum number of SMP processors1
USB 2.0 connectors3
Number of Parallel ATA connectors0
USB 2.0 ports quantityUSB 2.0 ports have a data transmission speed of 480 Mbps, and are backwards compatible with USB 1.1 ports. You can connect all kinds of peripheral devices to them.
Audio chipVIA VT2021
Cooling typePassive
Component forPC
Power source typeATX
Motherboard chipsetIntel Z77
PC health monitoringCPU, FAN, Temperature
Audio output channels7.1 channels
Motherboard form factormicro ATX
Compatible operating systemsWindows 7/XP
RAID levels0, 1, 5, 10
Supported storage drive interfacesSATA II, SATA III
Cables includedSATA
PCI Express slots version2.0, 3.0
PCI Express configurations1x16+1x4
Graphics cardHD Graphics
OpenGL version3.2
DirectX version11
Maximum graphics card memory1696 MB
Parallel processing technology support2-Way CrossFireX
LAN controller-
Wi-Fi standardsNot supported
Networking features10/100/1000 Mbit/sec
Ethernet interface typeGigabit Ethernet
BIOS typeEFI AMI
ACPI version2.0a
BIOS memory size64 Mbit
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth220 mm
Width244 mm

Summary

Product Contents and Layout

Box Contents

Lists the items included in the motherboard package.

Optional Items

Details optional accessories available for purchase.

Motherboard Layout

Diagram showing the physical layout of components on the motherboard.

Motherboard Block Diagram

Schematic illustrating the functional connections between motherboard components.

Manual Information

Documentation Classifications

Explains different types of documentation provided with the product.

Identifying Your Motherboard Revision

Guide on how to find the revision number of your motherboard.

Hardware Installation

Installation Precautions

Essential safety guidelines for installing hardware to prevent damage.

Product Specifications

Detailed technical specifications of the motherboard components and features.

Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler

Step-by-step guide for installing the CPU and CPU cooler on the motherboard.

Installing the Memory

Instructions for installing DDR3 memory modules into the motherboard sockets.

Installing an Expansion Card

Steps for installing expansion cards like graphics cards into PCIe or PCI slots.

Back Panel Connectors

Description of the various ports and connectors available on the motherboard's back panel.

Internal Connectors

Overview of internal headers and connectors on the motherboard for system components.

BIOS Setup

Startup Screen

Details about the initial logo screen displayed during computer boot-up.

The Main Menu

Introduction to the main BIOS setup interface, including navigation and function keys.

M.I.T.

Menu for advanced system tuning, clock, frequency, and voltage configuration.

System

Configuration of system language, date, time, and access level settings.

BIOS Features

Settings related to boot order, NumLock state, and CPU features.

Peripherals

Configuration options for onboard devices like LAN, SATA controllers, and USB.

Power Management

Settings for managing system power states, wake-up events, and energy saving.

Save & Exit

Options for saving BIOS settings, loading defaults, and exiting the setup utility.

Drivers Installation

Installing Chipset Drivers

Procedure for installing essential chipset drivers from the motherboard driver disk.

Application Software

Information and installation of GIGABYTE utilities and free software.

Technical Manuals

Provides content descriptions for the drivers included on the disk.

Contact

Contact information for GIGABYTE headquarters and branch offices.

System

Displays basic system information such as CPU, memory, and BIOS version.

Download Center

Links to GIGABYTE's website for downloading the latest BIOS, drivers, and applications.

New Program

Quick links to install GIGABYTE's latest developed utilities.

Unique Features

Xpress Recovery2

Utility for quick system data backup and restoration.

BIOS Update Utilities

Tools for updating the system BIOS, including Q-Flash and @BIOS.

Updating the BIOS with the Q-Flash Utility

Step-by-step guide for updating the BIOS using the Q-Flash utility.

Updating the BIOS with the @BIOS Utility

Instructions for updating the BIOS via the @BIOS utility in a Windows environment.

EasyTune 6

Software for fine-tuning system settings, overclocking, and monitoring hardware.

Q-Share

A tool for easy data sharing between computers on the same network.

eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D)

Utility for quickly configuring RAID-ready systems and RAID 0 arrays.

Auto Green

Tool to enable system power savings via a Bluetooth cell phone proximity.

Intel Rapid Start Technology

Technology for faster system resume from sleep states using an SSD.

Intel Smart Connect Technology

Allows automatic program updates while the system is in sleep mode.

Intel Smart Response

Technology that uses an SSD as a cache for a conventional hard disk.

Appendix

Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s)

Guide to configuring SATA hard drives and setting up RAID arrays.

Configuring SATA Controllers

Steps to configure SATA controller mode and create RAID volumes in BIOS.

Installing the SATA RAID/AHCI Driver and Operating System

Procedure for installing SATA RAID/AHCI drivers and operating system.

Configuring Audio Input and Output

Guide to configuring the motherboard's audio jacks for input and output.

Configuring S/PDIF Out

Instructions for configuring the S/PDIF Out jack for digital audio transmission.

Configuring Microphone Recording

Steps for setting up and configuring the microphone for sound recording.

Using the Sound Recorder

Guide on how to use the Sound Recorder application for audio recording and playback.

Troubleshooting

Frequently asked questions and troubleshooting procedures for common issues.

Troubleshooting Procedure

A flowchart to diagnose and solve system startup problems step-by-step.

Regulatory Statements

Statements regarding RoHS, WEEE, and other environmental and safety compliance.

Contact Information

GIGABYTE Global Service System

Information on accessing GIGABYTE's global service system for technical support.

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