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Gigabyte GA-Z97N-WIFI User Manual

Gigabyte GA-Z97N-WIFI
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GA-Z97N-WIFI
GA-H97N-WIFI
User's Manual
Rev. 1001
12ME-Z97NWIF-1001R
GA-Z97N-WIFI GA-H97N-WIFI
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Gigabyte GA-Z97N-WIFI Specifications

General IconGeneral
Non-ECCYes
Memory channelsDual-channel
Memory slots typeDIMM
Number of memory slots2
Supported memory typesDDR3-SDRAM
Maximum internal memory16 GB
Supported memory clock speeds1333, 1600 MHz
Processor socketLGA 1150 (Socket H3)
Processor manufacturerIntel
Compatible processor seriesIntel® Celeron®
USB 2.0 connectors1
Number of SATA connectors6
Number of Parallel ATA connectors-
RAID levels0, 1, 5, 10
Supported storage drive interfacesSATA
HDMI version1.4a
Headphone outputs5
DVI-D ports quantity0
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.
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity4
Wi-Fi standards802.11a, Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), 802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
Bluetooth version4.0
Audio chipRealtek ALC892
Component forPC
Power source typeATX
Motherboard chipsetIntel® Z97
Audio output channels7.1 channels
Motherboard form factormini ITX
Maximum resolution4096 x 2160 pixels
Maximum graphics card memory1000 MB
BIOS typeUEFI AMI
ACPI version5.0
BIOS memory size64 Mbit
Bundled softwareNorton Internet Security (OEM version)\\r Intel Rapid Start Technology\\r Intel Smart Connect Technology\\r Intel Smart Response Technology\\r Intel Wireless Display
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Width170 mm

Summary

Hardware Installation

Motherboard Layout

Visual diagram identifying motherboard components and connection points.

Installation Precautions

Safety and preparation guidelines before installing hardware components.

Product Specifications

Details on CPU, Chipset, Memory, Graphics, Audio, LAN, and other components.

Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler

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

Installing the Memory

Instructions for installing DDR3 memory modules into the motherboard's memory sockets.

Installing an Expansion Card

Procedures for correctly installing expansion cards into available slots.

Back Panel Connectors

Description and identification of all ports located on the motherboard's rear panel.

Internal Connectors

Identification and explanation of internal motherboard headers for various connections.

BIOS Setup

Startup Screen

Overview of the initial GIGABYTE logo screen displayed during system boot.

The Main Menu

Introduction to the BIOS interface, covering Startup Guide and ST Mode options.

M.I.T. (Memory Intelligent Tweaker)

Configuration settings for CPU/memory frequency, voltage, and system monitoring.

System Information

Displays motherboard model, BIOS version, and allows system date/time adjustment.

BIOS Features

Options for boot order, security settings, and system feature configurations.

Peripherals

Settings for managing onboard devices like SATA, USB, LAN, and audio.

Power Management

Configuration of system power-saving features, AC power loss behavior, and wake-up events.

Save & Exit

Options for saving BIOS changes, loading defaults, and exiting the BIOS setup.

Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s)

Configuring SATA Controllers

Steps to set the SATA controller mode (IDE, AHCI, RAID) within the BIOS setup.

UEFI RAID Configuration

Detailed steps for creating a RAID array using the UEFI BIOS interface.

Installing SATA Drivers and OS

Guide to installing necessary RAID/AHCI drivers and the operating system.

Rebuilding an Array

Process for restoring data on a fault-tolerant RAID array by replacing a failed drive.

Appendix

Drivers Installation

Instructions for installing motherboard drivers using the provided driver disk.

Regulatory Statements

Compliance notices regarding safety, environmental, and wireless standards.

Contact Us

Contact information for GIGABYTE technical support and global office locations.

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