Gigabyte GA-H97-HD3 User Manual

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1-3 Installing the CPU
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. (Or you may
locate the notches on both sides of the CPU and alignment keys on the CPU socket.)
• 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.
Installing the CPU
Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the CPU.
Notch
Alignment Key
Alignment Key
Notch
LGA1150 CPU
LGA1150 CPU Socket
Pin One Corner of the CPU Socket
Triangle Pin One Marking on the CPU
Do not remove the CPU socket cover before inserting the CPU. It may pop off from the load plate
automatically during the process of re-engaging the lever after you insert the CPU.
Unique Features - Fast Boot
- ON/OFF Charge
- Smart TimeLock
- Smart Recovery 2
- System Information Viewer
- USB Blocker
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Support for Q-Flash

Support for Smart Switch
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Support for Xpress Install
Bundled
Software
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Norton
®
Internet Security (OEM version)

Intel
®
Rapid Start Technology

Intel
®
Smart Connect Technology
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Intel
®
Smart Response Technology

Intel
®
Small Business Advantage
N
Operating
System
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Support for Windows 8.1/8/7
Form Factor
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ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 19.0cm
* 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.
N Only for GA-H97-HD3.

Gigabyte GA-H97-HD3 Specifications

General

Non-ECC	Yes
Memory channels	Dual-channel
Memory slots type	DIMM
Number of memory slots	4
Supported memory types	DDR3-SDRAM
Maximum internal memory	32 GB
Supported memory clock speeds	1333, 1600 MHz
Processor socket	LGA 1150 (Socket H3)
Processor manufacturer	Intel
Compatible processor series	Intel® Celeron®
USB 2.0 connectors	3
Number of SATA connectors	6
Number of SATA II connectors	-
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) connectors	1
RAID levels	0, 1, 5, 10
Supported storage drive interfaces	SATA
HDMI version	1.4a
USB 2.0 ports quantity	2
Audio chip	Realtek ALC887
Component for	PC
Motherboard chipset	Intel® H97
Audio output channels	7.1 channels
Motherboard form factor	ATX
Maximum resolution	4096 x 2160 pixels
Maximum graphics card memory	1000 MB
Parallel processing technology support	2-Way CrossFireX
BIOS type	UEFI AMI
ACPI version	5.0
BIOS memory size	64 Mbit
Bundled software	Norton® Internet Security (OEM version)\\r Intel® Rapid Start Technology\\r Intel® Smart Connect Technology\\r Intel® Smart Response Technology\\r Intel® Small Business Advantage

Weight and Dimensions

Depth	190 mm
Width	305 mm