Gigabyte Motherboard GA-AB350M-DSH (rev. 1.0) User Manual - English (version 1002)
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This comprehensive guide is essential reading for any user setting up or upgrading a compatible motherboard system. It provides detailed step-by-step instructions covering everything from initial hardware installation—including CPU mounting and memory setup—to advanced BIOS configuration management. The manual thoroughly walks you through optimizing system parameters, controlling chipset functions, connecting peripherals, and configuring specialized features like RAID sets. Ideal for PC builders and technically minded users who require comprehensive knowledge to ensure proper performance deployment.
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GA-AB350M-D3H
User's Manual Rev. 1002 12ME-AB35M3H-1002R
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GA-AB350M-D3H User's Manual Rev. 1002 12ME-AB35M3H-1002R For more product details, please visit GIGABYTE's website. To reduce the impacts on global warming, the packaging materials of this product are...
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Motherboard GA-AB350M-D3H Motherboard GA-AB350M-D3H Feb. 17, 2017 Feb. 17, 2017 Copyright © 2017 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. All rights reserved. The trademarks mentioned in this manual are legally...
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Table of Contents GA-AB350M-D3H Motherboard Layout ...........................................................................4 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation ...........................................
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GA-AB350M-D3H Motherboard Layout CPU_FAN KB_MS_USB SYS_FAN1 VGA ATX_12V DVI SYS_FAN2 Socket AM4 DP_HDMI R_USB30 R_USB31 USB30_LAN M2 F_ BAT B_BIOS M_BIOS AUDIO GA-AB350M-D3H Realtek® Gb E LAN PCIEX16 ...
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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 B350 Memory 4 x...
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USB Chipset: - 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-A ports (red) on the back panel - 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 ...
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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 Configurations Table DDR4_4 DDR4_2 DDR4_3 DDR4_1 - - DS/SS - - DS/SS Two Modules DS/SS - - DS/SS - - Four Modules DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS (SS=Single-Sided, DS=Double-Sided, "-...
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HDMI Port The HDMI port is HDCP compliant and supports Dolby True HD and DTS HD Master Audio formats. It also supports up to 192 KHz/24bit 8-channel LPCM audio output. You can use this port to connect...
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1-7 Internal Connectors 1) ATX_12V 10) F_PANEL 2) ATX 11) F_AUDIO 3) CPU_FAN 12) BAT 4) SYS_FAN1/2 13) CLR_CMOS 5) SYS_FAN3_PUMP 14) F_USB30 6) ASATA3 0/1 15) F_USB1/F_USB2 7) SATA3 0/1/2/3 16) TPM 8)...
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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 PORT 5) SYS_FAN3_PUMP (System Fan/Water Cooling Pump Headers) DEBUG DEBUG The fan/pump headers are 4-pin. Most fan headers possess a foolproof insertion design. When connecting PORT PORT a fan c...
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F_USB30 F_ U F_ F_ F_USB3 F 8) M2F_32G (M.2 Socket 3 Connector) The M.2 connector supports M.2 SATA SSDs and M.2 PCIe SSDs and support SATA RAID configuration through the AMD Chipset. Please note tha...
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DEBUG PORT 9) 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 motherboard...
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11) F_AUDIO (Front Panel Audio Header) The front panel audio header supports Intel High Definition audio (HD) and AC'97 audio. You may connect your chassis front panel audio module to this header. Mak...
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F_ US B3 F_ F_ F_ 13) CLR_CMOS (Clear CMOS Jumper) Use this jumper to clear the BIOS configuration and reset the CMOS values to factory defaults. To clear the CMOS values, use a metal object like a sc...
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16) 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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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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SATA Support All Sata Devices All SATA devices are functional in the operating system and during the POST. Last Boot HDD Only Except for the previous boot drive, all SATA devices are disabled before t...
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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) Ambient LED Enables or disables the onboard audio LED. (Default: On) Legacy USB Su...
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Trusted Computing Enables or disables Trusted Platform Module (TPM). Super IO Configuration Serial Port 1 Enables or disables the onboard serial port. (Default: Enabled) Parallel Port Enables or disab...
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2-6 Chipset IOMMU Enables or disables AMD IOMMU support. (Default: Auto) Integrated Graphics (Note) Enables or disables the onboard graphics function. Auto The BIOS will automatically enable or disabl...
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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, PME even...
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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 Array Capacity Number of hard drives * Size of the smallest drive (Number of hard drives/2...
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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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Contact Us GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. Address: No.6, Baoqiang Rd., Xindian Dist., New Taipei City 231, Taiwan TEL: +886-2-8912-4000, FAX: +886-2-8912-4005 Tech. and Non-Tech. Support (Sales/Market...
Manual Details
| Brand | GIGABYTE |
|---|---|
| Pages | 40 |
| File Size | 11.80 MB |
| Published | May 30, 2026 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I find quick setup instructions?
Read the Quick Installation Guide included with the product.
What should I check before updating BIOS or drivers?
Check your motherboard revision number, which is labeled as 'REV: X.X.'
What should I do if my equipment causes radio interference?
Try reorienting the antenna, increasing separation, or connecting to a different circuit outlet.
How can I get product-related support?
Visit GIGABYTE's website at http://www.gigabyte.com or use their eSupport link provided on site.