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Gigabyte GA-970A-D3P User Manual

Gigabyte GA-970A-D3P
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GA-970A-D3P
User's Manual
Rev. 1001
12ME-970AD3P-1001R

Table of Contents

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Gigabyte GA-970A-D3P Specifications

General IconGeneral
Memory voltage1.5 V
Internal memory32 GB
Memory slots typeDIMM
Supported memory typesDDR3-SDRAM
Supported memory clock speeds1066, 1333, 1600, 1866, 2000 MHz
Processor socketSocket AM3+
Processor manufacturerAMD
Compatible processor seriesAMD Phenom II Dual-Core Mobile, AMD Phenom II Quad-Core Mobile, AMD Phenom II Triple-Core Mobile, AMD Phenom II X2, AMD Phenom II X3, AMD Phenom II X4, AMD Phenom II X6, AMD Phenom II X8
USB 2.0 connectors3
S/PDIF out connectorYes
Number of SATA II connectors0
Number of SATA III connectors6
Number of Parallel ATA connectors-
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) connectors1
USB 2.0 ports quantity8
Audio chipVIA VT2021
Component forPC
Motherboard chipsetAMD 970
Audio output channels7.1 channels
Motherboard form factorATX
Motherboard southbridgeAMD SB950
RAID levels0, 1, 5, 6, JBOD
Supported storage drive interfacesSATA III
BIOS typeEFI AMI
BIOS memory size64 Mbit
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth224 mm
Width605 mm

Summary

Hardware Installation

Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler

Step-by-step instructions for installing the CPU and its cooler.

Installing the Memory

Guide on how to properly install RAM modules for optimal performance.

Installing an Expansion Card

Procedure for installing expansion cards like graphics or sound cards.

Back Panel Connectors

Description and identification of all external connectors on the motherboard's rear panel.

Internal Connectors

Identification and function of internal headers and connectors on the motherboard.

BIOS Setup

Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s)

Configuring SATA Controllers

Steps to set SATA controller mode (IDE, AHCI, RAID) in BIOS.

Installing the SATA RAID/AHCI Driver and Operating System

Guide for installing OS with necessary SATA RAID/AHCI drivers.

Drivers Installation

Installing Chipset Drivers

Procedure for installing essential chipset drivers from the motherboard disk.

Unique Features

Appendix

Troubleshooting

Common troubleshooting steps and FAQs for system startup issues.

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