Gigabyte Motherboard GA- A320M-S2H (rev. 3.x) User Manual - English (Version 3001)
Summary
This detailed guide is essential for users assembling or upgrading a desktop computer with the motherboard. It provides comprehensive instructions covering everything from hardware installation—including correctly seating the CPU and memory—to advanced system configuration via BIOS setup. Readers will learn how to manage system settings, power management, connect peripherals, and configure complex features like RAID arrays, making it an indispensable resource for PC builders and technical enthusiasts.
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GA-A320M-S2H
User's Manual Rev. 3001
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GA-A320M-S2H User's Manual Rev. 3001 For more product details, please visit GIGABYTE's website. To reduce the impacts on global warming, the packaging materials of this product are recyclable and reus...
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Motherboard GA-A320M-S2H Motherboard GA-A320M-S2H Nov. 3, 2017 Nov. 3, 2017 Copyright © 2020 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-A320M-S2H Motherboard Layout .............................................................................4 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation ..........................................
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GA-A320M-S2H Motherboard Layout ATX_12V CPU_FAN KB_MS Socket AM4 VGA DVI R_USB30_1 R_USB30_2 SYS_FAN1 USB_LAN GA-A320M-S2H DD R4 _2 M_BIOS AUDIO DD R4 _1 PCIEX16 SATA3 Realtek® PCIEX1_1 Gb E LAN BAT S...
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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 AM4 Socket: AMD Ryzen™ processor AMD 7th Generation A-series/Athlon™ processors (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) Chipset AMD A320 Memory 2 x D...
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USB Chipset: - 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports available through the internal USB header - 6 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (2 ports on the back panel, 4 ports available through the internal USB headers) CPU: - 4 x USB ...
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Unique Features Support for APP Center * Available applications in APP Center may vary by motherboard model. Supported functions of each application may also vary depending on motherboard specificatio...
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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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Dual Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides two memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. After the memory is installed, the BIOS will automatically detect the specification...
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USB 3.1 Gen 1 Port The USB 3.1 Gen 1 port supports the USB 3.1 Gen 1 specification and is compatible to the USB 2.0 specification. Use this port for USB devices. RJ-45 LAN Port The Gigabit Ethernet LA...
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1-7 Internal Connectors 1) ATX_12V 9) F_AUDIO 2) ATX 10) SPEAKER 3) CPU_FAN 11) F_USB30 4) SYS_FAN1 12) F_USB1/F_USB2 5) SATA3 0/1/2/3 13) TPM 6) M2F_32G 14) BAT 7) SPDIF_O 15) CI 8) F_PANEL 16) CLR_C...
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DE BU PO RT DEBUG PORT 1/2) ATX_12V/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 componen...
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DEBUG DEBUG PORT PORT DEBUG DEBUG DEBUG 3/4) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN1 (Fan Headers) All fan headers on this motherboard are 4-pin. Most fan headers possess a foolproof insertion design. When connecting a fan ...
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F_USB30 F_ U F_ F_ F_USB3 F 6) M2F_32G (M.2 Socket 3 Connector) The M.2 connector supports M.2 SATA SSDs or M.2 PCIe SSDs and supports SATA RAID configuration. Please note that an M.2 PCIe SSD cannot...
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8) F_PANEL (Front Panel Header) Connect the power switch, reset switch, and system status indicator on the chassis to this header according to the pin assignments below. Note the positive and negative...
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DE BU PO RT 10) SPEAKER (Speaker Header) Connects to the speaker on the chassis front panel. The system reports system startup status by issuing a beep code. One single short beep will be heard if no ...
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13) TPM (Trusted Platform Module Header) You may connect a TPM (Trusted Platform Module) to this header. Pin No. Definition Pin No. Definition LCLK LAD0 GND GND LFRAME NC No Pin NC LRESET SB3V NC SERI...
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15) CI (Chassis Intrusion Header) This motherboard provides a chassis detection feature that detects if the chassis cover has been removed. This function requires a chassis with chassis intrusion dete...
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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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Whether the system will work stably with the overclock/overvoltage settings you made is dependent on your overall system configurations. Incorrectly doing overclock/overvoltage may result in damage to...
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AMD Cool&Quiet function Enabled Lets the AMD Cool'n'Quiet driver dynamically adjust the CPU clock and VID to reduce heat output from your computer and its power consumption. (Default) Disabled Dis...
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Profile DDR Voltage When using a non-XMP memory module or Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) is set to Disabled, the value is displayed according to your memory specification. When Extreme Memory Profile...
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Smart Fan 5 Settings Monitor Allows you to select a target to monitor and to make further adjustment. (Default: CPU FAN) Fan Speed Control Allows you to determine whether to enable the fan speed contr...
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2-3 System 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 Language Sel...
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2-4 BIOS Boot Option Priorities Specifies the overall boot order from the available devices. Removable storage devices that support GPT format will be prefixed with "UEFI:" string on the boo...
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Fast Boot Enables or disables Fast Boot to shorten the OS boot process. Ultra Fast provides the fastest bootup speed. (Default: Disabled) SATA Support All Sata Devices All SATA devices are functional ...
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Other PCI Device ROM Priority Allows you to select whether to enable the UEFI or Legacy option ROM for the PCI device controller other than the LAN, storage device, and graphics controllers. Disabled ...
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2-5 Peripherals AMD CPU f TPM Enables or disables the TPM 2.0 function integrated in the AMD CPU. (Default: Disabled) Initial Display Output (Note) Specifies the first initiation of the monitor displa...
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HD Audio Controller Enables or disables the onboard audio function. (Default: Enabled) If you wish to install a 3rd party add-in audio card instead of using the onboard audio, set this item to Disable...
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SATA Mode Enables or disables RAID for the SATA controllers integrated in the Chipset or configures the SATA controllers to AHCI mode. RAID Enables RAID for the SATA controller. AHCI Configures the SA...
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2-7 Power AC BACK Determines the state of the system after the return of power from an AC power loss. Memory The system returns to its last known awake state upon the return of the AC power. Always On...
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Er P Determines whether to let the system consume least power in S5 (shutdown) state. Note: When this item is set to Enabled, the following functions will become unavailable: Resume by Alarm, power on...
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2-8 Save & Exit Save & Exit Setup Press <Enter> on this item and select Yes. This saves the changes to the CMOS and exits the BIOS Setup program. Select No or press <Esc> to return...
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Chapter 3 Appendix 3-1 Configuring a RAID Set RAID Levels RAID 0 RAID 1 RAID 10 Minimum Number of Hard Drives Number of hard drives * (Number of hard drives/2) * Array Capacity Size of the smallest dr...
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4. On the Select Physical Disks screen, select the hard drives to be included in the RAID array and set them to Enabled. Next, use the down arrow key to move to Apply Changes and press <Enter>. ...
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3-2 Drivers Installation Before installing the drivers, first install the operating system. (The following instructions use Windows 10 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 | 40 |
| File Size | 11.31 MB |
| Published | May 21, 2026 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check my motherboard's revision number?
The revision number is found on the board and looks like "REV: X.X."
What should I be aware of before installing the components?
Be mindful of electrostatic discharge (ESD) as it can damage delicate electronic circuits.
Where can I find product-related information for support?
You can check details on GIGABYTE's website: https://www.gigabyte.com