Gigabyte GA-Z77N-WIFI User Manual

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4-1-2 Updating the BIOS with the @BIOS Utility
A. Before You Begin
1. In Windows, close all applications and TSR (Terminate and Stay Resident) programs. This helps prevent
unexpected failures when performing a BIOS update.
2. During the BIOS update process, ensure the Internet connection is stable and do NOT interrupt the Internet
connection (for example, avoid a power loss or switching off the Internet). Failure to do so may result in a
corrupted BIOS or a system that is unable to start.
3. Do not use the G.O.M. (GIGABYTE Online Management) function when using @BIOS.
4. GIGABYTE product warranty does not cover any BIOS damage or system failure resulting from an
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B. Using @BIOS
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1. Update the BIOS Using the Internet Update Function:
Click Update BIOS from GIGABYTE Server, select the @BIOS server site closest to your location and
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Update the BIOS without Using the Internet Update Function:
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Save the Current BIOS File:
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Load BIOS Defaults after BIOS Update:
Select the Load CMOS default after BIOS update check box and then the system will automatically load
BIOS defaults after BIOS update and after the system restarts.
C. After Updating the BIOS
Restart your system after updating the BIOS.
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Gigabyte GA-Z77N-WIFI Specifications

General

Memory voltage	1.5 V
Memory channels	Dual-channel
Memory slots type	DIMM
Number of memory slots	2
Supported memory types	DDR3-SDRAM
Maximum internal memory	16 GB
Supported memory clock speeds	800, 1066, 1333, 1600 MHz
Processor socket	LGA 1155 (Socket H2)
Processor manufacturer	Intel
Compatible processor series	Intel Celeron, Intel Pentium
S/PDIF out connector	Yes
Number of Parallel ATA connectors	0
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) connectors	1
USB 2.0 ports quantity	4
Audio chip	Realtek ALC892
Component for	PC
Power source type	ATX
Motherboard chipset	Intel Z77
Audio output channels	7.1 channels
Motherboard form factor	mini ATX
Compatible operating systems	Windows 8/7/XP
Supported storage drive interfaces	SATA II, SATA III
Parallel processing technology support	-
Bundled software	Norton Internet Security (OEM version), Intel Rapid Start Technology, Intel Smart Connect Technology, Intel Smart Response Technology
Networking features	Gigabit Ethernet, WLAN
Ethernet interface type	Gigabit Ethernet
BIOS type	EFI AMI

Weight and Dimensions

Width	170 mm