Gigabyte Motherboard GA-990X- D3P (rev.1.0) User Manual - English (version 1001)
Summary
This comprehensive guide accompanies the GA-990X-D3P motherboard, providing expert support for system integrators and PC builders. The manual offers a detailed walk-through of hardware installation—covering CPU seating, memory configuration, and expansion cards—and deep dives into BIOS setup utilities. Users will learn advanced topics, including managing peripherals, configuring power management settings, and setting up RAID arrays. It is the essential reference manual for properly initializing, optimizing, and maintaining your desktop computer system.
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GA-990X-D3P
User's Manual Rev. 1001 12ME-990XD3P-1001R
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GA-990X-D3P User's Manual Rev. 1001 12ME-990XD3P-1001R For more product details, please visit GIGABYTE's website. To reduce the impacts on global warming, the packaging materials of this product are r...
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Motherboard GA-990X-D3P Motherboard GA-990X-D3P Aug. 25, 2016 Aug. 25, 2016 Copyright © 2016 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. All rights reserved. The trademarks mentioned in this manual are legally reg...
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Table of Contents GA-990X-D3P Motherboard Layout ................................................................................4 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation ........................................
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GA-990X-D3P Motherboard Layout CPU_FAN KB_MS ATX_12V R_USB2 Socket AM3+ R_USB1 PWR_FAN R_USB30 USB_LAN AUDIO AMD 990X ATX PCIEX1_1 (註) Realtek® Gb E LAN DD R3 _4 PCIEX16 DD R3 _2 DD R3 _3 PCIEX1_2 GA-...
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Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 1-1 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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1-2 Product Specifications CPU AM3+ Socket: - AMD AM3+ FX processor - AMD AM3 Phenom™ II processor/ AMD Athlon™ II processor (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) Hyper Transport...
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Internal 1 x USB 3.0/2.0 header Connectors 3 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers 1 x Clear CMOS jumper Back Panel 1 x PS/2 keyboard port Connectors 1 x PS/2 mouse port 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports 6 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 1 ...
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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.) A...
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1-5 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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1-7 Internal Connectors 1) ATX_12V 8) BAT 2) ATX 9) F_PANEL 3) CPU_FAN 10) F_AUDIO 4) SYS_FAN1/SYS_FAN2 11) SPDIF_O 5) PWR_FAN 12) F_USB30 6) SATA3 0/1/2/3/4/5 13) F_USB1/F_USB2/F_USB3 7) CLR_CMOS Rea...
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DEBUG PORT DEBUG PORT 1/2) ATX_12V/ATX (2x2 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 component...
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DE BU DE BU PO RT PO RT DE BU DE BU PO RT PO RT DE BU DE BU PO RT PO RT 6) SATA3 0/1/2/3/4/5 (SATA 6Gb/s Connectors) The SATA connectors conform to SATA 6Gb/s standard and are compatible with SATA 3Gb...
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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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F_ US B3 F_ F_ F_ 11) SPDIF_O (S/PDIF Out Header) This header supports digital S/PDIF Out and connects a S/PDIF digital audio cable (provided by expansion cards) for digital audio output from your mot...
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Chapter 2 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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This section provides information on the BIOS version, CPU base clock, CPU frequency, memory frequency, total memory size, CPU temperature, Vcore, and memory voltage. Whether the system will work stab...
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Advanced CPU Core Features CPU Clock Ratio, CPU Frequency The settings above are synchronous to those under the same items on the Advanced Frequency Settings menu. Core Performance Boost (Note 1) Allo...
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System Memory Multiplier Allows you to set the system memory multiplier. Auto sets memory multiplier according to memory SPD data. (Default: Auto) Memory Frequency (MHz) The first memory frequency val...
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Case Open Displays the detection status of the chassis intrusion detection device attached to the motherboard CI header. If the system chassis cover is removed, this field will show "Yes", o...
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2-3 System Information This section provides information on your motherboard model and BIOS version. You can also select the default language used by the BIOS and manually set the system time. System ...
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2-4 BIOS Features Boot Option Priorities Specifies the overall boot order from the available devices. For example, you can set hard drive as the first priority (Boot Option #1) and DVD ROM drive as th...
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CSM Support Enables or disables UEFI CSM (Compatibility Support Module) to support a legacy PC boot process. Always Enables UEFI CSM. (Default) Never Disables UEFI CSM and supports UEFI BIOS boot proc...
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2-5 Peripherals On Chip SATA Controller Enables or disables the integrated SATA controllers. (Default: Enabled) On Chip SATA Type Enables or disables RAID for the SATA controllers integrated in the AM...
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Legacy USB Support Allows USB keyboard/mouse to be used in MS-DOS. (Default: Enabled) XHCI Hand-off Determines whether to enable XHCI Hand-off feature for an operating system without XHCI Hand-off sup...
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2-6 Power Management Resume by Alarm Determines whether to power on the system at a desired time. (Default: Disabled) If enabled, set the date and time as following: Wake up day: Turn on the system at...
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Power On Password Set the password when Power On By Keyboard is set to Password. Press <Enter> on this item and set a password with up to 5 characters and then press <Enter> to accept. To ...
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Save Profiles This function allows you to save the current BIOS settings to a profile. You can create up to 8 profiles and save as Setup Profile 1~ Setup Profile 8. Press <Enter> to complete. Or...
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C-1. UEFI RAID Configuration This mode supports Windows 10/8.1/7 64-bit installation only. Step 1: In BIOS Setup, go to BIOS Features and set OS Type to Windows 8 and CSM Support to Never. Save the ch...
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Installing the SATA RAID/AHCI Driver and Operating System With the correct BIOS settings, you are ready to install the operating system. Installing the Operating System (The following instructions use...
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3-2 Drivers Installation Before installing the drivers, first install the operating system. (The following instructions use Windows 8.1 as the example operating system.) After installing the operating...
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Regulatory Statements Regulatory Notices This document must not be copied without our written permission, and the contents there of must not be imparted to a third party nor be used for any unauthoriz...
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FCC Notice (U.S.A. Only) This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide rea...
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Manual Details
| Brand | GIGABYTE |
|---|---|
| Pages | 36 |
| File Size | 11.12 MB |
| Published | May 31, 2026 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How can I check my motherboard's current revision?
The revision number is labeled as "REV: X.X." on the board.
What special care must be taken when installing expansion cards?
Note that PCIEX1_1 slot can only accommodate a shorter PCI Express x1 card due to hardware limitations.
What information should I check before updating BIOS or drivers?
Always verify your motherboard's current revision number first.
Where can I find detailed product specifications and setup instructions?
The manual outlines specific chapters for Hardware Installation, including sections on CPU, Memory, and Expansion Card installation.