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Gigabyte GA-Z270M-D3H User Manual

Gigabyte GA-Z270M-D3H
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GA-Z270M-D3H
User's Manual
Rev. 1001
12ME-Z27MD3H-1001R
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Gigabyte GA-Z270M-D3H Specifications

General IconGeneral
Non-ECCYes
Memory channelsDual-channel
Memory slots typeDIMM
Number of memory slots4
Supported memory typesDDR4-SDRAM
Maximum internal memory64 GB
Supported memory clock speeds2133, 2400, 2666, 2800, 3000, 3200, 3300, 3333, 3400, 3466, 3600, 3666, 3733 MHz
Supported memory module capacities16GB
RAID levels0, 1, 5, 10
Supported storage drive typesHDD & SSD
Component forPC
Power source typeATX
Motherboard chipsetIntelĀ® Z270
Audio output channels7.1 channels
Motherboard form factormicro ATX
Motherboard chipset familyIntel
Windows operating systems supportedWindows 10 Education, Windows 10 Education x64, Windows 10 Enterprise, Windows 10 Enterprise x64, Windows 10 Home, Windows 10 Home x64, Windows 10 Pro, Windows 10 Pro x64, Windows 7 Enterprise, Windows 7 Enterprise x64, Windows 7 Home Basic, Windows 7 Home Basic x64, Windows 7 Home Premium, Windows 7 Home Premium x64, Windows 7 Professional, Windows 7 Professional x64, Windows 7 Starter, Windows 7 Starter x64, Windows 7 Ultimate, Windows 7 Ultimate x64, Windows 8, Windows 8 Enterprise, Windows 8 Enterprise x64, Windows 8 Pro, Windows 8 Pro x64, Windows 8 x64
Processor socketLGA 1151 (Socket H4)
Compatible processor seriesIntel Celeron, Intel Pentium
USB 2.0 connectors2
Number of SATA III connectors6
Number of Parallel ATA connectors0
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) connectors1
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.
BIOS typeEFI AMI
ACPI version5.0
BIOS memory size64 Mbit
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth244 mm
Width225 mm

Summary

Motherboard Revision Information

Checking Motherboard Revision

Explains how to check the motherboard revision number for technical information.

Motherboard Layout and Package Contents

Motherboard Component Layout

Diagram showing the layout of motherboard components and connectors.

Package Contents List

Lists the items included in the motherboard package for reference.

Chapter 1 Hardware Installation

Installation Precautions

Essential guidelines for handling and installing the motherboard to prevent damage.

Detailed Product Specifications

Connectivity and Internal Interfaces

System Monitoring and BIOS Overview

Information on hardware monitoring and a brief overview of BIOS functionalities.

Unique Features and Bundled Software

Operating System Support and Form Factor

Details supported operating systems and the motherboard's physical form factor.

CPU Installation Guide

CPU Installation Precautions

Essential guidelines and warnings for safely installing the CPU.

Memory Installation Guide

Memory Installation Precautions

Essential guidelines and warnings for safely installing memory modules.

Dual Channel Memory Configuration

Explains configuring memory for Dual Channel mode for performance benefits.

Expansion Cards and Back Panel Connections

Expansion Card Installation Precautions

Important guidelines for safely installing expansion cards into the motherboard.

Back Panel Connector Descriptions

Details various back panel connectors like PS/2, USB, D-Sub, DVI-D, and Type-C.

HDMI, LAN, and Audio Port Details

Internal Connector Identification

Power, Fan, and Storage Connectors

Details ATX power connectors, fan headers, SATA, SATA Express, and M.2 connectors.

Front Panel and Header Connectivity

Details front panel, audio, S/PDIF, and USB headers for chassis integration.

Legacy Ports and System Control Headers

Details COM, LPT, TPM, Clear CMOS jumper, and Battery for system control.

ATX Power Connector Pinouts

Fan Header Pinouts and Functionality

Describes the pinouts and function of CPU and system fan headers.

SATA Express and SATA 6Gb/s Connector Details

M.2 Socket 3 Installation and Configuration

Details the M.2 socket for SSDs and provides installation steps.

M.2/SATA Connector Bandwidth Allocation

Front Panel Header Wiring Guide

Details the front panel header for chassis buttons, LEDs, and speakers, including pin assignments.

Front Panel Audio and S/PDIF Out Headers

USB 3.1 Gen 1 Header Pinout and Function

Details the USB 3.1 Gen 1 header and its pinout.

USB 2.0/1.1 Headers and Legacy COM/LPT Ports

TPM Header, Clear CMOS, and Battery Management

Chapter 2 BIOS Setup and Configuration

BIOS Overview and Access Methods

Explains the function of BIOS and how to access the BIOS Setup program.

System Startup Screen

Describes the initial GIGABYTE logo screen that appears during system boot.

M.I.T. Introduction and Frequency Settings

CPU Clock Ratio and Frequency Control

Allows adjustment of the CPU's clock multiplier and displays current CPU frequency.

Advanced CPU Core Settings and Power Management

CPU Power States and Thermal Control

CPU Prefetching and Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.)

Settings for CPU prefetching and X.M.P. for memory performance optimization.

System Memory Settings and Boot Modes

Memory Enhancement, Timing, and Multiplier Tweaker

Options to enhance memory performance, stability, and manual timing adjustments.

Channel and Rank Interleaving Settings

Settings for memory channel and rank interleaving for performance optimization.

Memory Sub Timings and Voltage Control

PC Health Status and Miscellaneous Settings

Displays chassis intrusion, system voltages, PCIe link speed, and benchmark enhancement.

Smart Fan 5 Control and Monitoring

Temperature Warnings and Fan Fail Alerts

Settings for temperature warnings and fan failure alerts for system protection.

System Information and Basic Settings

BIOS Configuration Options

Boot Configuration Settings

Settings related to system boot order, NumLock state, and LOGO display.

Boot Device Priorities

Specifies the boot order for operating systems and storage devices.

Fast Boot, Mouse Speed, and OS Features

Settings to speed up boot, adjust mouse speed, and configure OS features.

Network Boot Options

Settings for LAN PXE boot option and Windows 8/10 features.

Storage, VGA, USB, and PS/2 Boot Support

Network Boot and Power Loss Behavior

Settings for network boot, power loss recovery, and mouse speed.

CSM Support and LAN PXE Options

Settings for CSM support and LAN PXE boot option ROM.

Storage and PCI Device Boot Management

BIOS Password Security Configuration

Settings for configuring Administrator and User passwords for BIOS access.

Peripherals Configuration Options

Initial Display and RAID Setup

Selects the primary display device and configures EZ RAID.

Ambient LED, PTT, and Trusted Computing

Settings for onboard LED control, Intel PTT, and Trusted Computing (TPM).

Serial and Parallel Port Control

Enables or disables onboard serial and parallel ports.

BIOS Guard, Network Stack, and NVMe Settings

USB and SATA/RST Configuration

Settings for various USB configurations and integrated SATA controllers.

Chipset Configuration Settings

SATA Mode Selection

Selects between Intel RST Premium or AHCI mode for SATA controllers.

Chipset Features and Graphics Management

Settings for VT-d, onboard graphics, audio, and LAN controllers.

Power Management and ASPM Settings

AC Power Recovery and Wake-Up Controls

System Power Saving and Shutdown Features

Settings for ErP, soft-off, power loading, resume by alarm, and RC6 standby.

Save, Exit, and Profile Management

Chapter 3 Appendix - Advanced Configuration

Configuring a RAID Set with EZ RAID

Step-by-step guide to configuring RAID arrays using the EZ RAID feature.

UEFI and Legacy RAID Configuration Methods

Steps to configure RAID arrays using UEFI or legacy ROM utilities.

Operating System and Driver Installation

Regulatory and Environmental Information

RoHS and WEEE Compliance Statements

Information on RoHS and WEEE directives concerning hazardous substances and waste.

FCC and IC Compliance Notices

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