Gigabyte Motherboard GA-B150M-VP (rev.1.0) User Manual - English (version 1001)
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The GA-B150M-VP Motherboard is a foundational component for building stable and reliable PC systems. This comprehensive user manual guides new builders, system integrators, and IT enthusiasts through every stage of setup. The guide provides detailed instructions on hardware installation, including CPU mounting, memory configuration, and expansion cards. Furthermore, it covers in-depth BIOS setup procedures—from initial system checks to advanced power management settings—ensuring users can successfully deploy and optimize their desktop computer build.
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GA-B150M-VP
User's Manual Rev. 1001
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GA-B150M-VP User's Manual Rev. 1001 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 reusa...
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Motherboard GA-B150M-VP Motherboard GA-B150M-VP Aug. 18, 2016 Aug. 18, 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-B150M-VP Motherboard Layout ................................................................................4 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation ........................................
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GA-B150M-VP Motherboard Layout ATX_12V_2X4 CPU_FAN KB_MS SYS_FAN1 LGA1151 R_USB30_2 R_USB30_1 M2 A_ GA-B150M-VP DD R4 _1 USB_LAN AUDIO DD R4 _2 SATA3 F_ US B3 Realtek® Gb E LAN PCIEX16 i TE® BAT Super...
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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 packa...
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Internal 1 x front panel audio header Connectors 1 x S/PDIF Out header 1 x USB 3.0/2.0 header 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers 1 x serial port header 1 x Clear CMOS jumper Back Panel 1 x PS/2 keyboard port Con...
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Operating Support for Windows 10/8.1 64-bit System Support for Windows 7 32-bit/64-bit * Please download the "Windows USB Installation Tool" from GIGABYTE's website and install it before ins...
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1-4 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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1-6 Back Panel Connectors PS/2 Keyboard and PS/2 Mouse Port Use the upper port (green) to connect a PS/2 mouse and the lower port (purple) to connect a PS/2 keyboard. D-Sub Port The D-Sub port support...
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1-7 Internal Connectors 1) ATX_12V_2X4 8) F_AUDIO 2) ATX 9) SPDIF_O 3) CPU_FAN 10) F_USB30 4) SYS_FAN1 11) F_USB1/F_USB2 5) SATA3 2/3/4/5 12) COM 6) M.2 13) BAT 7) F_PANEL 14) CLR_CMOS Read the follow...
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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 DE BU PO RT 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 cable, be sure to...
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7) 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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8) 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. Make...
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11) 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 the optional USB bracket...
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14) 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 Frequency Displays the current CPU Uncore frequency. CPU Flex Ratio Override Enables or disables the CPU Flex Ratio. The maximum CPU clock ratio will be based on the CPU Flex Ratio Settings val...
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Package C State Limit (Note 1) Allows you to specify the C-state limit for the processor. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) CPU Thermal Monitor (Note 1) Enables ...
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Memory Timing Mode Manual and Advanced Manual allows the Memory Multiplier Tweaker, Channel Interleaving, Rank Interleaving, and memory timing settings below to be configurable. Options are: Auto (def...
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Reset Case Open Status Disabled Keeps or clears the record of previous chassis intrusion status. (Default) Enabled Clears the record of previous chassis intrusion status and the Case Open field will s...
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3DMark01 Enhancement Allows you to determine whether to enhance some legacy benchmark performance. (Default: Disabled) 2-3 System Information This section provides information on your motherboard mode...
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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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SATA Support All Sata Devices All SATA devices are functional in the operating system and during the POST. (Default) Last Boot HDD Only Except for the previous boot drive, all SATA devices are disable...
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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 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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Off Board SATA Controller Configuration Displays information on your M.2 PCIe SSD if installed. Super IO Configuration Serial Port 1 Enables or disables the onboard serial port. (Default: Enabled) Int...
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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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Soft-Off by PWR-BTTN Configures the way to turn off the computer in MS-DOS mode using the power button. Instant-Off Press the power button and then the system will be turned off instantly. (Default) D...
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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 | 37 |
| File Size | 9.91 MB |
| Published | May 30, 2026 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What should I do before installing the motherboard?
Ensure the chassis is suitable and take care to avoid electrostatic discharge (ESD).
How can I check my motherboard's current revision level?
Look for "REV: X.X." printed on the board, such as "REV: 1.0.
Where should I go for tech support or general questions?
Visit http://esupport.gigabyte.com or use their main website at http://www.gigabyte.com.