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Gigabyte GA-F2A88X-D3H User Manual

Gigabyte GA-F2A88X-D3H
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GA-F2A88X-D3H
User's Manual
Rev. 3001
12ME-F288X3H-3001R
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Gigabyte GA-F2A88X-D3H Specifications

General IconGeneral
Memory slots typeDIMM
Number of memory slots4
Supported memory typesDDR3-SDRAM
Maximum internal memory64 GB
Supported memory clock speeds1333, 1600, 1866, 2133, 2400 MHz
Processor socketSocket FM2+
Processor manufacturerAMD
Compatible processor seriesAMD A
USB 2.0 connectors2
ATX Power connector (24-pin)Yes
Number of SATA II connectors0
Number of SATA III connectors8
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) connectors1
BIOS typeUEFI AMI
ACPI version5.0
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.
Component forPC
Motherboard chipsetAMD A88X
PC health monitoringTemperature, Voltage
Audio output channels7.1 channels
Motherboard form factorATX
PCI Express x1 slots3
RAID levels0, 1, 5, 10, JBOD
Supported storage drive interfacesSATA III
Parallel processing technology support-
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth225 mm
Width305 mm

Summary

Regulatory Declarations and Compliance

EU Declaration of Conformity

States compliance with essential EU directives for the product, including EMC and LVD.

FCC Declaration of Conformity

Declares product compliance with FCC Part 15 specifications for digital devices.

Chapter 1: Hardware Installation Guide

Installation Precautions

Guidelines for safely installing the motherboard and components to prevent damage.

Product Specifications

Details on the motherboard's hardware components like APU, memory, graphics, and I/O.

Installing APU and APU Cooler

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

Installing Memory Modules

Instructions for installing RAM modules into the motherboard slots, including dual channel.

Installing Expansion Cards

Guide on how to install expansion cards into PCI Express and PCI slots.

AMD Dual Graphics Configuration Setup

Steps to configure dual graphics for improved display performance.

Back Panel Connectors Overview

Description of ports and connectors on the motherboard's rear panel.

Internal Motherboard Connectors

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

Chapter 3: SATA Hard Drive Configuration

Configuring SATA Controllers

Steps to configure SATA controller modes (IDE, AHCI, RAID) in BIOS Setup.

Installing SATA RAID/AHCI Drivers and OS

Guide for installing SATA RAID/AHCI drivers and the operating system.

Chapter 4: Driver Installation Guide

Installing Chipset Drivers

Process for installing essential motherboard chipset drivers via Xpress Install.

Installing Application Software

Guide to installing bundled utilities and free software like EasyTune and @BIOS.

Technical Manuals and Driver Contents

Overview of technical manuals and driver disk contents.

Contact Information

GIGABYTE contact details and website links for support.

System Information Display

Displays basic system information like motherboard and BIOS version.

Download Center for Updates

Links to GIGABYTE website for BIOS, driver, and application updates.

Chapter 5: Unique Features Overview

BIOS Update Utilities (Q-Flash, @BIOS)

Instructions for updating the motherboard BIOS using provided utilities.

EasyTune 6 Software Utility

Guide to using EasyTune 6 for system tuning, overclocking, and monitoring.

Smart Recovery 2 Backup Tool

Instructions for backing up and restoring system partitions.

Chapter 6: Appendix and Support

Audio Input and Output Configuration

Steps to configure audio jacks for various speaker setups (2/4/5.1/7.1-channel).

Troubleshooting Common Issues

FAQ and troubleshooting procedures for system startup and component issues.