Gigabyte Motherboard GA-B150-HD3P (rev.1.0) User Manual English (version 1002)
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The GA-B150-HD3P is a robust motherboard designed for PC builders and system integrators needing reliable foundational hardware. This comprehensive manual serves as an essential guide for proper setup and maintenance of your new build. It provides detailed instructions on everything from initial hardware installation—including CPU, memory, and expansion cards—to advanced BIOS configuration settings, power management optimization, and driver implementation. Use this resource to confidently assemble and customize a high-performing computing system.
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GA-B150-HD3P
User's Manual Rev. 1002
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GA-B150-HD3P User's Manual Rev. 1002 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-B150-HD3P Motherboard GA-B150-HD3P Sept. 17, 2015 Sept. 17, 2015 Copyright © 2016 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. All rights reserved. The trademarks mentioned in this manual are legally...
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Table of Contents GA-B150-HD3P Motherboard Layout ..............................................................................4 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation .........................................
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GA-B150-HD3P Motherboard Layout DV VG ATX_12V_2X4 KB_MS_USB SYS_FAN1 LGA1151 TYPEC R_USB31_1 Intel® USB 3.1 Controller USB30_LAN GA-B150-HD3P 80G 60G 42G AUDIO DD R4 _4 DD R4 _2 PCIEX1_1 CPU_FAN DD R4...
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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 Support for Intel® Core™ i7 processors/Intel® Core™ i5 processors/Intel® Core™ i3 processors/ Intel® Pentium® processors/Intel® Celeron® processors in the LGA1151 packag...
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USB Chipset: - 5 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports (3 ports on the back panel, 2 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 in...
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BIOS 2 x 128 Mbit flash Use of licensed AMI UEFI BIOS Support for Dual BIOS™ Pn P 1.0a, DMI 2.7, Wf M 2.0, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 5.0 Unique Features Support for APP Center * Available applications in APP ...
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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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The four memory sockets are divided into two channels and each channel has two memory sockets as following: Channel A: DDR4_2, DDR4_4 Channel B: DDR4_1, DDR4_3 Dual Channel Memory Configurations Table...
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USB 3.0/2.0 Port The USB 3.0 port supports the USB 3.0 specification and is compatible to the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Use this port for USB devices. USB 3.1 Type-A port (Red) The USB 3.1 Type-A por...
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1-7 Internal Connectors 1) ATX_12V_2X4 10) SPDIF_O 2) ATX 11) F_USB30_1 3) CPU_FAN 12) F_USB1/F_USB2 4) SYS_FAN1/2/3 13) COMA 5) SATA3 0/1/2/3/4/5 14) LPT 6) M.2 15) TPM 7) SATA EXPRESS 16) CLR_CMOS 8...
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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 DEBUG DEBUG DEBUG PORT PORT PORT 3/4) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN1/2/3 (Fan Headers) DEBUG DEBUG DEBUG DEBUG The motherboard has a 4-pin CPU fan header (CPU_FAN), two 4-pin (SYS_FAN1/SYS_FAN...
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F_USB30 F_ U F_ F_ F_USB30 F_ U F_ F_ 6) M.2 (M.2 Socket 3 Connector) The M.2 connectors support M.2 SATA SSDs and M.2 PCIe SSDs. S_ Follow the steps below to correctly install an M.2 SSD in the M.2 c...
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DEBUG PORT 8) 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 p...
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10) 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 to certai...
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DEBUG 13) COMA (Serial Port Header) 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. Defi...
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16) 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 screwdriver to touch...
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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 and CPU voltage, etc. Whether the system will work stably wit...
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Uncore Ratio Allows you to set the CPU Uncore ratio. The adjustable range is dependent on the CPU being used. Uncore Frequency Displays the current CPU Uncore frequency. CPU Flex Ratio Override Enable...
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C8 State Support (Note 1) Allows you to determine whether to let the CPU enter C8 mode in system halt state. When enabled, the CPU core frequency and voltage will be reduced during system halt state t...
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Memory Enhancement Settings Provides several memory performance enhancement settings: Normal (basic performance), Relax OC, Enhanced Stability, and Enhanced Performance. (Default: Normal) Memory Timin...
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DRAM Voltage Control This section provides memory voltage control options. Internal VR Control This section provides VR voltage control options. PC Health Status Reset Case Open Status Disabled Keeps ...
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1st System Fan Speed Control (SYS_FAN1 Connector) Allows you to determine whether to enable the fan speed control function and adjust the fan speed. Normal Allows the fan to run at different speeds ac...
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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. Removable storage devices that support GPT format will be prefixed with "UEFI:" string o...
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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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Storage Boot Option Control Allows you to select whether to enable the UEFI or legacy option ROM for the storage device controller. Disabled Disables option ROM. UEFI Only Enables UEFI option ROM only...
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2-5 Peripherals Intel Platform Trust Technology (PTT) Enables or disables Intel® PTT Technology. (Default: Disabled) Initial Display Output Specifies the first initiation of the monitor display from t...
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Security Device Support Enables or disables Trusted Platform Module (TPM). (Default: Enable) Pending operation To clear TPM related settings, set this item to TPM Clear. (Default: None) TPM 20 Interfa...
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2-6 Chipset VT-d (Note) Enables or disables Intel® Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O. (Default: Disabled) Internal Graphics Enables or disables the onboard graphics function. (Default: Auto) ...
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2-7 Power Management AC BACK Determines the state of the system after the return of power from an AC power loss. Always Off The system stays off upon the return of the AC power. (Default) Always On Th...
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Er P Determines whether to let the system consume least power in S5 (shutdown) state. (Default: Disabled) Note: When this item is set to Enabled, the following functions will become unavailable: Resum...
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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 Drivers Installation Before installing the drivers, first install the operating system. (The following instructions use Windows 8.1 as the example operating system.) After installin...
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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 | 11.79 MB |
| Published | May 21, 2026 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What should I do before installing the motherboard?
Carefully read the user's manual and take precautions against electrostatic discharge (ESD).
How can I check my motherboard's revision number?
The revision number is labeled as 'REV: X.X.' on the board itself, like 'REV: 1.0'.
Where are product-related questions answered?
For more information, visit GIGABYTE's website at http://www.gigabyte.com or use their eSupport link.
What is included in the box for this motherboard?
The typical contents include the GA-B150-HD3P board, driver disk, two SATA cables, and a User's Manual.