Gigabyte GA-990XA-UD3 User manual

Category
Server/workstation motherboards
Type
User manual
GA-990XA-UD3
User's Manual
Rev. 3001
12ME-990XAU3-3001R
Motherboard
GA-990XA-UD3
Sept. 24, 2012
Sept. 24, 2012
Motherboard
GA-990XA-UD3
Copyright
© 2012 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. All rights reserved.
The trademarks mentioned in this manual are legally registered to their respective owners.
Disclaimer
Information in this manual is protected by copyright laws and is the property of GIGABYTE.
Changes to the speciî‚¿cations 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.
Documentation Classications
In order to assist in the use of this product, GIGABYTE provides the following types of docu-
mentations:
î‚„
For quick set-up of the product, read the Quick Installation Guide included with the product.
î‚„
For detailed product information, 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 motherboard BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical information.
Example:
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Table of Contents
Box Contents ...................................................................................................................6
Optional Items .................................................................................................................6
GA-990XA-UD3 Motherboard Layout ............................................................................. 7
GA-990XA-UD3 Motherboard Block Diagram ................................................................8
Chapter 1 Hardware Installation .....................................................................................9
1-1 Installation Precautions ................................................................................... 9
1-2 ProductSpecications ................................................................................... 10
1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler............................................................... 13
1-3-1 Installing the CPU ..................................................................................................13
1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler ......................................................................................15
1-4 Installing the Memory .................................................................................... 16
1-4-1 DualChannelMemoryConguration ....................................................................16
1-4-2 Installing a Memory ................................................................................................17
1-5 Installing an Expansion Card ......................................................................... 18
1-6 Setting up AMD CrossFire
â„¢
/NVIDIASLIConguration ................................ 19
1-7 Back Panel Connectors ................................................................................. 20
1-8 Internal Connectors ....................................................................................... 22
Chapter 2 BIOS Setup ..................................................................................................31
2-1 Startup Screen ............................................................................................... 32
2-2 The Main Menu .............................................................................................. 33
2-3 M.I.T. .............................................................................................................. 35
2-4 System ........................................................................................................... 43
2-5 BIOS Features ............................................................................................... 44
2-6 Peripherals ..................................................................................................... 47
2-7 Power Management ....................................................................................... 50
2-8 Save & Exit .................................................................................................... 52
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Chapter 3 Drivers Installation .......................................................................................53
3-1 Installing Chipset Drivers ............................................................................... 53
3-2 Application Software ...................................................................................... 54
3-3 Technical Manuals ......................................................................................... 54
3-4 Contact........................................................................................................... 55
3-5 System ........................................................................................................... 55
3-6 Download Center ........................................................................................... 56
3-7 New Program ................................................................................................. 56
Chapter 4 Unique Features ...........................................................................................57
4-1 BIOS Update Utilities ..................................................................................... 57
4-1-1 Updating the BIOS with the Q-Flash Utility ...........................................................57
4-1-2 Updating the BIOS with the @BIOS Utility ........................................................... 60
4-2 EasyTune 6 .................................................................................................... 61
4-3 Q-Share ......................................................................................................... 62
4-4 Smart Recovery 2 .......................................................................................... 63
4-5 Auto Green ..................................................................................................... 65
Chapter 5 Appendix ......................................................................................................67
5-1 ConguringSATAHardDrive(s) ................................................................... 67
5-1-1 ConguringSATAControllers ...............................................................................67
5-1-2 Installing the SATA RAID/AHCI Driver and Operating System .............................73
5-2 ConguringAudioInputandOutput .............................................................. 77
5-2-1 Conguring2/4/5.1/7.1-ChannelAudio ..................................................................77
5-2-2 ConguringS/PDIFOut .........................................................................................79
5-2-3 Enabling the Dolby Home Theater Function ........................................................ 80
5-2-4 ConguringMicrophoneRecording .......................................................................81
5-2-5 Using the Sound Recorder ................................................................................... 83
5-3 Troubleshooting ............................................................................................. 84
5-3-1 Frequently Asked Questions ................................................................................ 84
5-3-2 Troubleshooting Procedure .................................................................................. 85
5-3-3 Regulatory Statements ..........................................................................................87
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Box Contents
5
GA-990XA-UD3 motherboard
5
Motherboard driver disk
5
User's Manual
5
Quick Installation Guide
5
Four SATA cables
5
I/O Shield
5
One 2-Way SLI bridge connector
Optional Items

2-portUSB2.0bracket(PartNo.12CR1-1UB030-6*R)

2-portIEEE1394abracket(PartNo.12CF1-1IE008-0*R)

eSATAbracket(PartNo.12CF1-3SATPW-4*R)

3.5"FrontPanelwith2USB3.0/2.0ports(PartNo.12CR1-FPX582-0*R)

COMportcable(PartNo.12CF1-1CM001-3*R)
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.
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GA-990XA-UD3 Motherboard Layout
(Note) Duetoahardwarelimitation,thePCIEX1_1slotcanonlyaccommodateashorterPCIExpressx1
expansion card. For a longer expansion card, use other expansion slots.
KB_MS_USB
CPU_FAN
ATX
GA-990XA-UD3
AUDIO
SYS_FAN1
PCIEX1_1
(Note)
DDR3_4
DDR3_2
ATX_12V
AMD 990X
AMD SB950
PCI1
CODEC
BAT
PCI2
F_USB2
B_BIOS
F_PANEL
M_BIOS
F_USB1
PCIEX16
R_USB
CLR_CMOS
SPDIF_O
Socket AM3+
Realtek
GbE LAN
iTE
Super I/O
Etron
EJ168
OPTICAL
USB_1394
R_USB30
USB_LAN
DDR3_3
DDR3_1
PWR_FAN
Etron
EJ168
F_USB30
SYS_FAN2
F_USB3
COMA
F_AUDIO
TPM
F_1394
VIA
VT6308
PCIEX1_2
PCIEX8
PCIEX4
SATA3
4
5
2
3
0
1
SATA3
SATA3
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GA-990XA-UD3 Motherboard Block Diagram
Fordetailedproductinformation/limitation(s),referto"1-2ProductSpecications."
AM3+/AM3 CPU
Hyper Transport Bus
AMD 990X
2 PCI
PCI Bus
PCI CLK
(33MHz)
PCIe CLK
(100MHz)
PCI Express Bus
CPUCLK+/-(200MHz)
Dual BIOS
COM
LPC
Bus
1 PCI Express x4
DDR32000(O.C.)/1866/1600/1333/1066MHz
6 SATA 6Gb/s
LAN
RJ45
x4
PS/2 KB/Mouse
14 USB 2.0/1.1Ports
Realtek
GbE LAN
x1
2 USB 3.0/2.0
Etron
EJ168
x1
Dual Channel Memory
PCIe CLK
(100MHz)
1 PCI Express x162 PCI Express x8
Switch
or
x16 x16
x1
2 USB 3.0/2.0
PCI Express Bus
2 PCI Express x1
x1
x1
PCIe CLK
(100MHz)
Etron
EJ168
VIA VT6308
2 IEEE 1394a
Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out
Line Out
MIC
Line In
S/PDIF Out
Side Speaker Out
Rear Speaker Out
CODEC
AMD SB950
PCI Express Bus
PCIe CLK
(100MHz)
iTE
Super I/O
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Hardware Installation
1-1 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.
• Priorto installation, donot remove orbreak 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com-
ponents such as a motherboard, CPU or memory. If you do not have an ESD wrist strap, keep
yourhandsdryandrst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certiedcomputertechnician.
Chapter 1 Hardware Installation
Hardware Installation
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1-2 ProductSpecications
CPU î‚Š AM3+ Socket:
- AMD AM3+ FX processors
- AMD AM3 Phenom
â„¢
II processors/ AMD Athlon
â„¢
II processors
(GotoGIGABYTE'swebsiteforthelatestCPUsupportlist.)
Hyper Transport
Bus
î‚Š 5200 MT/s
Chipset
î‚Š North Bridge: AMD 990X
î‚Š South Bridge: AMD SB950
Memory î‚Š 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.
î‚Š Dual channel memory architecture
 Support for DDR3 2000(O.C.)/1866/1600/1333/1066MHzmemorymodules
* TosupportaDDR31866MHz(andabove)memory,youmustinstallanAM3+CPU
î‚¿rst.
 SupportforExtremeMemoryProle(XMP)memorymodules
 (GotoGIGABYTE'swebsiteforthelatestsupportedmemoryspeedsandmemory
modules.)
Audio î‚Š Realtek ALC889 codec
 HighDenitionAudio
î‚Š 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel
î‚Š Support for Dolby
®
Home Theater
î‚Š 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(PCIEX16)
* Foroptimumperformance,ifonlyonePCIExpressgraphicscardistobeinstalled,
be sure to install it in the PCIEX16 slot.
 1xPCIExpressx16slot,runningatx8(PCIEX8)
* ThePCIEX8slotsharesbandwidthwiththePCIEX16slot.WhenthePCIEX8slotis
populated, the PCIEX16 slot will operate at up to x8 mode.
 1xPCIExpressx16slot,runningatx4(PCIEX4)
î‚Š 2 x PCI Express x1 slots
 (AllPCIExpressslotsconformtoPCIExpress2.0standard.)
î‚Š 2 x PCI slots
Multi-Graphics
Technology
î‚Š Support for 2-Way AMD CrossFire
â„¢
/NVIDIASLItechnology(ThePCIEX16and
PCIEX8slotsonly.)
Storage Interface î‚Š South Bridge:
- 6 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors supporting up to 6 SATA 6Gb/s devices
- Support for RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 10, and JBOD
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Hardware Installation
USB î‚Š South Bridge:
- Upto14USB2.0/1.1ports(8portsonthebackpanel,6portsavailable
throughtheinternalUSBheaders)
î‚Š 2 x Etron EJ168 chips:
- Upto4USB3.0/2.0ports(2portsonthebackpanel,2portsavailablethrough
theinternalUSBheader)
* BesuretoconnectyourUSBdevice(s)totheUSB2.0/1.1portsbeforetheUSB3.0
driverisinstalled.(Refertothelabelsinsection1-7,"BackPanelConnectors.")
IEEE 1394 î‚Š VIA VT6308 chip:
 - Upto2IEEE1394aports(1portonthebackpanel,1portavailablethrough
theinternalIEEE1394aheader)
Internal
Connectors
î‚Š 1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector
î‚Š 1 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector
î‚Š 6 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors
î‚Š 1 x CPU fan header
î‚Š 2 x system fan headers
î‚Š 1 x power fan header
î‚Š 1 x front panel header
î‚Š 1 x front panel audio header
î‚Š 1 x S/PDIF Out header
î‚Š 1 x USB 3.0/2.0 header
î‚Š 3 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers
î‚Š 1 x IEEE 1394a header
î‚Š 1 x serial port header
î‚Š 1 x Clear CMOS jumper
 1xTrustedPlatformModule(TPM)header
Back Panel
Connectors
î‚Š 1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse port
î‚Š 1 x optical S/PDIF Out connector
î‚Š 1 x IEEE 1394 port
î‚Š 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports
î‚Š 8 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports
î‚Š 1 x RJ-45 port
 6xaudiojacks(Center/SubwooferSpeakerOut,RearSpeakerOut,
SideSpeakerOut,LineIn,LineOut,MicIn)
I/O Controller î‚Š iTE I/O Controller Chip
Hardware
Monitor
î‚Š System voltage detection
î‚Š CPU/System temperature detection
î‚Š CPU/System/Power fan speed detection
î‚Š CPU overheating warning
î‚Š CPU/System/Power fan fail warning
î‚Š CPU/System fan speed control
*WhethertheCPU/systemfanspeedcontrolfunctionissupportedwilldependonthe
CPU/system cooler you install.
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BIOS  2x32Mbitash
î‚Š Use of licensed AMI EFI BIOS
î‚Š Support for DualBIOS
â„¢
î‚Š PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.0, SM BIOS 2.6, ACPI 2.0a
Unique Features î‚Š Support for @BIOS
î‚Š Support for Q-Flash
î‚Š Support for Xpress Install
î‚Š Support for EasyTune
* AvailablefunctionsinEasyTunemaydifferbymotherboardmodel.
î‚Š Support for Smart Recovery 2
î‚Š Support for Auto Green
î‚Š Support for ON/OFF Charge
î‚Š Support for 3TB+ Unlock
î‚Š Support for Q-Share
Bundled
Software
 NortonInternetSecurity(OEMversion)
Operating
System
î‚Š Support for Microsoft
®
Windows 8/7/Vista/XP
Form Factor î‚Š ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 24.4cm
* GIGABYTEreservestherighttomakeanychangestotheproductspecications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.
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Hardware Installation
1-3 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.
• 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specications.Itisnotrecommended
thatthesystembusfrequencybesetbeyondhardwarespecicationssinceitdoesnotmeetthe
standard requirements for the peripherals. If you wish to set the frequency beyond the standard
specications,pleasedosoaccordingtoyourhardwarespecicationsincludingtheCPU,graphics
card, memory, hard drive, etc.
1-3-1 Installing the CPU
A. Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the CPU.
AM3+/AM3 CPU
A Small Triangle Marking
Denotes CPU Pin One
AM3+ Socket
A Small Triangle Mark
Denotes Pin One of
the Socket
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B. Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU into the motherboard CPU socket.
• Before installing the CPU, make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the
power outlet to prevent damage to the CPU.
• DonotforcetheCPUintotheCPUsocket.TheCPUcannottiniforientedincorrectly.Adjustthe
CPU orientation if this occurs.
Step 1:
Completely lift up the CPU socket locking lever.
Step 2:
AligntheCPUpinone(smalltrianglemarking)withthetrianglemark
on the CPU socket and gently insert the CPU into the socket. Make
surethattheCPUpinstperfectlyintotheirholes.
OncetheCPUispositionedintoitssocket,placeonengerdownon
the middle of the CPU, lowering the locking lever and latching it into
the fully locked position.
CPU Socket
Locking Lever
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Hardware Installation
1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler
Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU cooler on the motherboard.
Use extreme care when removing the CPU cooler because the thermal grease/tape between the CPU
cooler and CPU may adhere to the CPU. Inadequately removing the CPU cooler may damage the CPU.
Step 1:
Apply an even and thin layer of thermal grease on
the surface of the installed CPU.
Step 2:
Place the CPU cooler on the CPU.
Step 3:
Hook the CPU cooler clip to the mounting lug
on one side of the retention frame. On the other
side,push straight down on the CPU cooler clip to
hook it to the mounting lug on the retention frame.
Step 4:
Turn the cam handle from the left side to the
rightside(as the picture aboveshows)to lock
intoplace.(RefertoyourCPUcoolerinstallation
manualforinstructionsoninstallingthecooler.)
Step 5:
Finally, attach the power connector of the CPU cooler to the CPU fan
header(CPU_FAN)onthemotherboard.
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1-4 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.
1-4-1 DualChannelMemoryConguration
This motherboard provides four DDR3 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. After the
memoryisinstalled,theBIOSwillautomaticallydetectthespecications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 and installed in the same colored DDR3
sockets 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.
DDR3_4
DDR3_2
DDR3_3
DDR3_1
 DualChannelMemoryCongurationsTable
DDR3_4 DDR3_2 DDR3_3 DDR3_1
Two Modules - - DS/SS - - DS/SS
DS/SS - - DS/SS - -
Four Modules DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS
(SS=Single-Sided,DS=Double-Sided,"--"=NoMemory)
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Hardware Installation
1-4-2 Installing a Memory
Before installing a memory module, make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power
cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the memory module. DDR3 and DDR2 DIMMs are
not compatible to each other or DDR DIMMs. Be sure to install DDR3 DIMMs on this motherboard.
ADDR3memorymodulehasanotch,soitcanonlyt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 retaining clips
at both ends of the memory socket. Place the memory module on the
socket.Asindicatedinthepictureontheleft,placeyourngerson
the top edge of the memory, push down on the memory and insert it
vertically into the memory socket.
Step 2:
The clips at both ends of the socket will snap into place when the
memory module is securely inserted.
Notch
DDR3 DIMM
Hardware Installation
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1-5 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.
PCI Slot
Follow the steps below to correctly install your expansion card in the expansion slot.
1. Locate an expansion slot that supports your card. Remove the metal slot cover from the chassis back panel.
2. Align the card with the slot, and press down on the card until it 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installingallexpansioncards,replacethechassiscover(s).
6. Turn on your computer. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to make any required BIOS changes for your
expansioncard(s).
7. Install the driver provided with the expansion card in your operating system.
Example: Installing and Removing a PCI Express Graphics Card:
• Installing a Graphics Card:
Gently push down on the top edge of the card until
it is fully inserted into the PCI Express slot. Make
sure the card is securely seated in the slot and
does not rock.
PCI Express x1 Slot
PCI Express x16 Slot(PCIEX8/PCIEX4)
• Removing the Card from
the PCIEX8/PCIEX4 Slot:
Gently push back on the
lever on the slot and then
lift the card straight out
from the slot.
PCI Express x16Slot(PCIEX16)
• Removing the Card from
the PCIEX16 Slot:
Gently push back on the
lever on the slot and then
lift the card straight out
from the slot.
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Hardware Installation
1-6 Setting up AMD CrossFire
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/NVIDIASLIConguration
C-2. To Enable SLI Function
After installing the graphics card driver in the operating system, go
to the NVIDIA Control Panel. Browse to the Set SLI and Physx
Conguration screen and ensure Maximize 3D performance is
enabled.
A. System Requirements
- Windows 7, Windows Vista or Windows XP operating system
- A CrossFire/SLI-supported motherboard with two PCI Express x16 slots and correct driver
- Two CrossFire/SLI-ready graphics cards of identical brand and chip and correct driver
- CrossFire
(Note)
/SLI bridge connectors
- Apowersupplywithsufcientpowerisrecommended(Refertothemanualofyourgraphicscardsforthe
powerrequirement)
B. Connecting the Graphics Cards
Step 1:
Observe the steps in "1-5 Installing an Expansion Card" and install two CrossFire/SLI graphics cards on the
PCIEX16 and PCIEX8 slots.
Step 2:
Insert the CrossFire
(Note)
/SLI bridge connectors in the CrossFire/SLI gold edge connectors on top of the cards.
Step 3:
Plug the display cable into the graphics card on the PCIEX16 slot.
C.ConguringtheGraphicsCardDriver
C-1. To Enable CrossFire Function
After installing the graphics card driver in the operating system, go to the
AMD VISION Engine Control Center. Browse to Performance\AMD
CrossFireXCongurations and ensure the Enable AMD CrossFireX
check box is selected and click Apply.
(Note) Thebridgeconnector(s)maybeneededornotdependingonyourgraphicscards.
Procedure and driver screen for enabling CrossFire/SLI technology may differ by graphics cards and
driver version. Refer to the manual that came with your graphics cards for more information about
enabling CrossFire/SLI technology.
Hardware Installation
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1-7 Back Panel Connectors
USB 2.0/1.1 Port
TheUSB portsupportsthe USB2.0/1.1specication. Usethisport forUSBdevices suchasa USB
keyboard/mouse,USBprinter,USBashdriveandetc.
PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse Port
Use this port to connect a PS/2 mouse or keyboard.
Optical S/PDIF Out Connector
This connector provides digital audio out to an external audio system that supports digital optical audio.
Before using this feature, ensure that your audio system provides an optical digital audio in connector.
IEEE 1394a Port
TheIEEE1394portsupportstheIEEE1394aspecication,featuringhighspeed,highbandwidthand
hotplug capabilities. Use this port for an IEEE 1394a device.
USB 3.0/2.0 Port
TheUSB3.0portsupportstheUSB3.0specicationandiscompatibletotheUSB2.0/1.1specication.
UsethisportforUSBdevicessuchasaUSBkeyboard/mouse,USBprinter,USBash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.
Activity LED
Connection/
Speed LED
LAN Port
Connection/Speed LED:
State Description
Orange 1 Gbps data rate
Green 100 Mbps data rate
Off 10 Mbps data rate
Activity LED:
State Description
Blinking Data transmission or receiving is occurring
Off No data transmission or receiving is occurring
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