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Gigabyte GA-880GM-UD2H - User Manual

Gigabyte GA-880GM-UD2H
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GA-880GM-UD2H/
GA-880GM-US2H
AM3 socket motherboard for
AMD Phenom
II processor/AMD Athlon
II processor
User's Manual
Rev. 1001
12ME-88GMU2H-1001R

Table of Contents

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Gigabyte GA-880GM-UD2H Specifications

General IconGeneral
Memory voltage1.5 V
Number of memory slots4
Maximum internal memory16 GB
Processor socketSocket AM3
Processor manufacturerAMD
USB 2.0 connectors3
Power fan connectorYes
Number of SATA connectors5
USB 2.0 ports quantity6
Audio chipRealtek ALC892
Power source typeATX
Motherboard chipsetAMD 880G
Audio output channels7.1 channels
Motherboard form factormicro ATX
Compatible operating systemsWindows 7/Vista/XP
PCI slots2
Networking features10/100/1000
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Width244 mm

Summary

GA-880 GM-UD2 H;GA-880 GM-US2 H Users Manual

Documentation Classifications

Explains different types of documentation provided by GIGABYTE for the product.

Identifying Your Motherboard Revision

Guides users on how to find the revision number of their motherboard.

Chapter 1 Hardware Installation

Installation Precautions

Safety procedures and guidelines to follow before installing hardware components to prevent damage.

Product Specifications

Detailed technical specifications of the motherboard, including CPU, memory, I/O, and expansion slots.

Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler

Step-by-step guide on how to correctly install the CPU and its corresponding cooler onto the motherboard.

Installing the Memory

Instructions for installing memory modules, including dual-channel configuration and proper socket placement.

Installing an Expansion Card

Procedure for correctly installing expansion cards into the available PCI Express or PCI slots.

ATI Hybrid CrossFireX Configuration Setup

Guide to setting up the ATI Hybrid CrossFireX technology by combining onboard and discrete graphics.

Back Panel Connectors

Description and function of all connectors and ports located on the motherboard's back panel.

Internal Connectors

Details and pin assignments for various internal connectors on the motherboard for system components.

Chapter 2 BIOS Setup

BIOS Startup Screen

Overview of the screens that may appear during the computer boot process, including function keys.

BIOS Main Menu Overview

Explanation of the BIOS Setup main menu, navigation, and function keys for accessing options.

MB Intelligent Tweaker (M.I.T.)

Allows fine-tuning of CPU clock, frequency, and voltages for advanced users.

Standard CMOS Features

Configuration of system date, time, IDE/SATA devices, floppy drive, and halt-on settings.

Advanced BIOS Features

Settings for CPU power saving, virtualization, boot priority, and display initialization.

Integrated Peripherals Configuration

Enables/disables onboard devices like SATA controller, LAN, and audio.

Power Management Setup

Configures ACPI sleep states, power button behavior, and wake-up events.

PnP;PCI Configurations

Manages Plug and Play (PnP) and PCI slot IRQ assignments for hardware compatibility.

PC Health Status

Monitors system temperatures, voltages, fan speeds, and hardware thermal control.

Load Fail-Safe Defaults

Loads the safest and most stable BIOS default settings for system operation.

Load Optimized Defaults

Loads the optimal BIOS default settings for peak system performance.

Set Supervisor;User Password

Allows setting supervisor or user passwords to protect BIOS and system access.

Save & Exit Setup

Saves current BIOS settings to CMOS and exits the BIOS Setup program.

Exit Without Saving

Exits the BIOS Setup program without saving any changes made.

Chapter 3 Drivers Installation

Installing Chipset Drivers

Procedure for installing chipset drivers using the GIGABYTE driver disk and Xpress Install.

Application Software Installation

Information on installing GIGABYTE utilities and free software from the driver disk.

Technical Manuals Access

Accessing GIGABYTE application guides and motherboard manuals from the driver disk.

GIGABYTE Contact Information

Provides contact details and website links for GIGABYTE headquarters and branch offices.

System Information Display

Displays basic system information such as BIOS version and OS information.

Download Center Access

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

New Utilities Installation

Provides quick links to install GIGABYTE's latest developed utilities.

Chapter 4 Unique Features

Xpress Recovery2 Utility

Utility for quick system data backup and restoration, supporting NTFS, FAT32, and FAT16.

BIOS Update Utilities (Q-Flash & @BIOS)

Tools for updating the system BIOS using Q-Flash or @BIOS utilities, with DualBIOS protection.

EasyTune 6 Software

Interface for fine-tuning system settings, overclocking, and monitoring hardware in Windows.

Easy Energy Saver Technology

Revolutionary technology for unparalleled power savings and enhanced power efficiency.

Q-Share Data Sharing Tool

Convenient tool for sharing data with computers on the same network via LAN connection.

SMART Recovery Function

Quickly create backups of changed data files or copy files from a specific backup.

Auto Green Power Saving

Enables system power savings via Bluetooth cell phone proximity detection.

Chapter 5 Appendix

Configuring SATA Hard Drives

Steps to install, configure SATA controller mode, and set up RAID arrays for hard drives.

Configuring Audio Input and Output

Guides for setting up multi-channel audio configurations and configuring microphone recording.

Configuring S;PDIF In;Out

Instructions for installing and configuring S/PDIF In and Out cables for digital audio transmission.

Enabling Dolby Home Theater

Enables enhanced audio playback for stereo content, transforming it into multi-channel audio.

Configuring Microphone Recording

Steps to connect, configure, and adjust settings for microphone recording using HD Audio Manager.

Using the Sound Recorder

Instructions on how to record audio using the Sound Recorder application and play back recorded sound.

Troubleshooting FAQs

Frequently asked questions and answers to common hardware and BIOS setup issues.

Troubleshooting Procedure

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

Regulatory Statements

Information on RoHS, WEEE directives, and environmental compliance for the product.

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