Gigabyte Motherboard B660M DS3H DDR4 (rev.1.0) User Manual - English (version 1101)
Summary
The B660M DS3H AX DDR4 is a robust motherboard designed for PC builders and system users requiring reliable performance. This user manual serves as a comprehensive guide, covering everything from initial hardware installation—including CPU mounting, memory setup, and expansion card wiring—to advanced tasks like BIOS configuration and operating system driver installation. It provides necessary details to ensure proper setup regardless of whether you are upgrading or building a new workstation.
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B660M DS3H AX DDR4 B660M DS3H DDR4
User's Manual Rev. 1101
B660M DS3H AX DDR4 B660M DS3H DDR4
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B660M DS3H AX DDR4 B660M DS3H DDR4 User's Manual Rev. 1101 B660M DS3H AX DDR4 B660M DS3H DDR4 For more product details, please visit GIGABYTE's website. To reduce the impacts on global warming, the pa...
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Copyright © 2021 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. All rights reserved. The trademarks mentioned in this manual are legally registered to their respective owners. Disclaimer Information in this manual is...
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Table of Contents Chapter 1 Product Introduction .......................................................................................4 1-1 Motherboard Layout ..........................................
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Chapter 1 Product Introduction 1-1 Motherboard Layout M2 A_ CP KB_MS_USB ATX_12V_2X4 CPU_FAN SYS_FAN1 M2_WIFIj ATX LGA1700 VGA k HDMI DUAL_DP U32G2 M2 P_ SB B660M DS3H AX DDR4 U32_LAN B660M DS3H DDR4 ...
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1-2 Box Contents B660M DS3H AX DDR4 or B660M DS3H DDR4 motherboard User's Manual I/O Shield Two SATA cables One antennaj M.2 screws * The box contents above are for reference only and the actual items...
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Chapter 2 Hardware Installation 2-1 Installation Precautions The motherboard contains numerous delicate electronic circuits and components which can become damaged as a result of electrostatic dischar...
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2-2 Product Specifications CPU LGA1700 socket: Support for 12th Generation Intel® Core™, Pentium® Gold and Celeron® Processors (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) L3 cache vari...
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Expansion Slots 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, running at x16 (The PCIEX16 slot conforms to PCI Express 4.0 standard.) 2 x PCI Express x1 slots (The PCIEX1 slots conform to PCI Express 3.0 standard.) Stora...
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Back Panel 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports Connectors 1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse port 2 x SMA antenna connectors (2T2R) j 1 x D-Sub port k 1 x HDMI 2.0 port 2 x Display Ports 3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports 1 x USB Type-C...
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Bundled Norton® Internet Security (OEM version) Software LAN bandwidth management software Operating Support for Windows 11 64-bit System Support for Windows 10 64-bit Form Factor Micro ATX Form Facto...
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2-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler 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 s...
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B. Installing the CPU Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU into the motherboard CPU socket. Finger Tab jGently press the CPU socket lever handle down and away from the socket. kComple...
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C. Installing the CPU Cooler Be sure to install the CPU cooler after installing the CPU. (Actual installation process may differ depending the CPU cooler to be used. Refer to the user's manual for you...
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2-4 Installing the Memory Read the following guidelines before you begin to install the memory: Make sure that the motherboard supports the memory. It is recommended that memory of the same capacity, ...
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2-5 Installing an Expansion Card Read the following guidelines before you begin to install an expansion card: Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Carefully read the manual that came...
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2-6 Back Panel Connectors USB 2.0/1.1 Port (Q-Flash Plus Port) The USB port supports the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Use this port for USB devices. Before using Q-Flash Plus (Note), make sure to insert...
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USB 3.2 Gen 1 Port The USB 3.2 Gen 1 port supports the USB 3.2 Gen 1 specification and is compatible to the USB 2.0 specification. Use this port for USB devices. USB Type-C® Port, with USB 3.2 Gen 2 S...
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2-7 Internal Connectors 1) ATX_12V_2X4 11) F_U32 2) ATX 12) F_USB1/F_USB2 3) CPU_FAN 13) SPI_TPM 4) SYS_FAN1/2/3 14) COM k 5) SATA3 4/5/6/7 15) LPT k 6) D_LED 16) BAT 7) LED_C 17) CLR_CMOS 8) M2A_CPU/...
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DEBUG PORT DEBUG PORT 1/2) ATX_12V_2X4/ATX (2x4 12V Power Connector and 2x12 Main Power Connector) With the use of the power connector, the power supply can supply enough stable power to all the compo...
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DEBUG PORT DEBUG PORT DE BU PO RT 3/4) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN1/2/3 (Fan Headers) All fan headers on this motherboard are 4-pin. Most fan headers possess a foolproof insertion design. When connecting a fan ca...
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F_ US B3 F_ F_ F_ F_ US B3 6) D_LED (Addressable LED Strip Header) This header can be used to connect a standard 5050 addressable LED strip, with maximum power rating of 5A (5V) and maximum number of ...
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F_USB30 F_ U F_ F_ 8) M2A_CPU/M2P_SB (M.2 Socket 3 Connectors) The M.2 connectors on the motherboard support only M.2 PCIe SSDs. M2A_CPU M2P_SB F_USB30F_ U F_ F_ Follow the steps below to corr...
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9) F_PANEL (Front Panel Header) Connect the power switch, reset switch, speaker, chassis intrusion switch/sensor and system status indicator on the chassis to this header according to the pin assignme...
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10) F_AUDIO (Front Panel Audio Header) The front panel audio header supports High Definition audio (HD). You may connect your chassis front panel audio module to this header. Make sure the wire assign...
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F_USB30 F_ U F_ F_ _S 12) F_USB1/F_USB2 (USB 2.0/1.1 Headers) The headers conform to USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Each USB header can provide two USB ports via an optional USB bracket. For purchasing th...
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14) COM (Serial Port Header) k The COM header can provide one serial port via an optional COM port cable. For purchasing the optional COM port cable, please contact the local dealer. Pin No. Definitio...
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16) BAT (Battery) The battery provides power to keep the values (such as BIOS configurations, date, and time information) in the CMOS when the computer is turned off. Replace the battery when the batt...
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F_ US B3 F_ F_ F_ F_ US B3 18) SPDIF_O (S/PDIF Out Header) This header supports S/PDIF digital output, which allows you to connect a S/PDIF digital audio cable to output digital audio from your mother...
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20) QFLASH_PLUS (Q-Flash Plus Button) Q-Flash Plus allows you to update the BIOS when your system is off (S5 shutdown state). Save the latest BIOS on a USB thumb drive and plug it into the dedicated p...
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Chapter 3 BIOS Setup BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) records hardware parameters of the system in the CMOS on the motherboard. Its major functions include conducting the Power-On Self-Test (POST)...
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Startup Screen: The following startup Logo screen will appear when the computer boots. Function Keys Function Keys: <DEL>: BIOS SETUP\Q-FLASH Press the <Delete> key to enter BIOS Setup or ...
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Chapter 4 Installing the Operating System and Drivers 4-1 Operating System Installation With the correct BIOS settings, you are ready to install the operating system. If you want to install an operati...
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4-2 Drivers Installation After you install the operating system, a dialog box will appear on the bottom-right corner of the desktop asking if you want to download and install the drivers and GIGABYTE ...
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Chapter 5 Appendix 5-1 Configuring a RAID Set RAID Levels RAID 0 RAID 1 RAID 5 RAID 10 Minimum Number of Hard ≥2 ≥3 Drives Number of hard (Number of hard (Number of hard Size of the smallest Array Cap...
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Regulatory Notices United States of America, Federal Communications Commission Statement Supplier's Declaration of Conformity 47 CFR § 2.1077 Compliance Information Product Name: Motherboard Trade Nam...
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Conformément à la réglementation d'Industrie Canada, le présent émetteur European Union (EU) CE-Konformitätserklärung radio peut fonctionner avec une antenne d'un type et d'un gain maximal Dieses Prod...
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| Brand | GIGABYTE |
|---|---|
| Pages | 38 |
| File Size | 15.33 MB |
| Published | May 28, 2026 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What precautions must I take before installing the motherboard?
Be careful to avoid damage from electrostatic discharge (ESD) when handling the delicate electronic circuits and components.
How do I identify my motherboards revision number?
Look for "REV: X.X" printed on the PCB, often located in the top left corner of the Motherboard.
When should I check or verify my motherboard's revision number?
You should check it before updating the BIOS, installing drivers, or when searching for technical product information.
Where can I submit technical or non-technical questions regarding this product?
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