Gigabyte Motherboard GA-B250-HD3 (rev.1.0) User Manual - English (Version 1001)
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Discover everything you need to know about the GA-B250-HD3 Motherboard. This comprehensive guide is essential for system builders and advanced users requiring detailed instructions on hardware installation, including CPU, memory, and expansion cards. The manual provides in-depth tutorials across BIOS Setup (system configuration, power settings, chipset optimization) and driver management, ensuring your build runs optimally. Use this resource to confidently set up, customize, and maintain high performance from your reliable B250 motherboard.
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GA-B250-HD3
User's Manual Rev. 1001
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GA-B250-HD3 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-B250-HD3 Motherboard GA-B250-HD3 Dec. 9, 2016 Dec. 9, 2016 Copyright © 2016 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. All rights reserved. The trademarks mentioned in this manual are legally regis...
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Table of Contents GA-B250-HD3 Motherboard Layout ................................................................................4 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation ........................................
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GA-B250-HD3 Motherboard Layout DV ATX_12V_2X4 D- SU KB_MS_USB CPU_FAN SYS_FAN1 LGA1151 ATX R_USB30 USB30_LAN AUDIO DD R4 _4 PCIEX1_1 DD R4 _2 SYS_FAN2 DD R4 _3 GA-B250-HD3 SA TA DD R4 _1 PCIEX16 Intel...
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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 7th and 6th generation Intel® Core™ i7 processors/Intel® Core™ i5 processors/ Intel® Core™ i3 processors/Intel® Pentium® processors/Intel® Celeron® processor...
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Storage Interface - 6 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors * Refer to "1-7 Internal Connectors," for the installation notices for the M.2 and SATA connectors. USB Chipset: - 6 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports (4 po...
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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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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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HDMI Port The HDMI port is HDCP compliant and supports Dolby True HD and DTS HD Master Audio formats. It also supports up to 192KHz/16bit 8-channel LPCM audio output. You can use this port to connect ...
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1-7 Internal Connectors 1) ATX_12V_2X4 10) F_PANEL 2) ATX 11) SPDIF_O 3) CPU_FAN 12) F_AUDIO 4) SYS_FAN1/2/3 13) F_USB30 5) CPU/DRAM/VGA/BOOT 14) F_USB1/F_USB2 6) SATA EXPRESS 15) COMA 7) SATA3 0/1/2/...
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DEBUG PORT DEBUG PORT DEBUG 1/2) ATX_12V_2X4/ATX (2x4 12V Power Connector and 2x12 Main Power Connector) PORT With the use of the power connector, the power supply can supply enough stable power to al...
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F_USB30 F_ U F_ F_ F_USB30 F_ U F_ F_ F_USB3 F F_USB3 F DEBUG DEBUG DEBUG S F PORT PORT PORT DEBUG DEBUG DEBUG PORT PORT PORT 5) CPU/DRAM/VGA/BOOT (Status LEDs) The status LEDs show whether the CP...
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F_USB30 F_ U F_ F_ F_USB3 F 8) M2S_32G (M.2 Socket 3 Connector) The M.2 connector supports M.2 SATA SSDs and M.2 PCIe SSDs. Follow the steps below to correctly install an M.2 SSD in the M.2 connector...
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DEBUG PORT 9) BAT (Battery) The battery provides power to keep the values (such as BIOS configurations, date, and time information) in the CMOS when the computer is turned off. Replace the battery whe...
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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 motherboard to certai...
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14) F_USB1/F_USB2 (USB 2.0/1.1 Headers) DEBUG 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 b...
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F_USB30 F_ U F_ F_ 17) TPM (Trusted Platform Module Header) You may connect a TPM (Trusted Platform Module) to this header. _S Pin No. Definition Pin No. Definition B S_ LCLK LAD0 GND GND LFRAME NC N...
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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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AVX Offset (Note) AVX offset is the negative offset of AVX ratio. Uncore Ratio Allows you to set the CPU Uncore ratio. The adjustable range is dependent on the CPU being used. Uncore Frequency Display...
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C6/C7 State Support (Note 1) Allows you to determine whether to let the CPU enter C6/C7 mode in system halt state. When enabled, the CPU core frequency and voltage will be reduced during system halt s...
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Memory Odd Ratio(100/133 or 200/266) Enabled allows Qclk to run in odd frequency. (Default: Auto) Memory Frequency (MHz) The first memory frequency value is the normal operating frequency of the memor...
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Advanced Voltage Settings Advanced Power Settings CPU Vcore Loadline Calibration Allows you to configure Load-Line Calibration for the CPU Vcore voltage. Selecting a higher level keeps the CPU Vcore v...
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Silent Allows the fan to run at slow speeds. Manual Allows you to control the fan speed in the curve graph. Full Speed Allows the fan to run at full speeds. Fan Control Use Temperature Input Allows yo...
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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. Access Level Displa...
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2-4 BIOS Bootup Num Lock State Enables or disables Numlock feature on the numeric keypad of the keyboard after the POST. (Default: On) Security Option Specifies whether a password is required every ti...
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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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Storage Boot Option Control Allows you to select whether to enable the UEFI or legacy option ROM for the storage device controller. Do not launch Disables option ROM. Legacy Enables legacy option ROM ...
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2-5 Peripherals Initial Display Output Specifies the first initiation of the monitor display from the installed PCI Express graphics card or the onboard graphics. IGFX Sets the onboard graphics as the...
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Ipv4 PXE Support Enables or disables IPv4 PXE Support. This item is configurable only when Network Stack is enabled. Ipv4 HTTP Support Enables or disables HTTP boot support for IPv4. This item is conf...
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Aggressive LPM Support Enables or disables the power saving feature, ALPM (Aggressive Link Power Management), for the Chipset SATA controllers. (Default: Enabled) Port 0/1/2/3/4/5 Enables or disables ...
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2-6 Chipset VT-d (Note) Enables or disables Intel® Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O. (Default: Enabled) Internal Graphics Enables or disables the onboard graphics function. (Default: Auto) D...
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2-7 Power Platform Power Management Enables or disables the Active State Power Management function (ASPM). (Default: Disabled) PEG ASPM Allows you to configure the ASPM mode for the device connected t...
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Power On By Mouse Allows the system to be turned on by a PS/2 mouse wake-up event. Note: To use this function, you need an ATX power supply providing at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. Disabled Disables t...
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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 10 as the example operating system.) After installing...
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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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| Brand | GIGABYTE |
|---|---|
| Pages | 40 |
| File Size | 11.44 MB |
| Published | May 31, 2026 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What should I do before installing the motherboard?
Always read the manual and take precautions against electrostatic discharge (ESD).
How can I check the board's specific revision details?
The revision number is listed as "REV: X.X." Check this before updating BIOS or drivers.
Where should I go for product-related information?
You can find detailed information on GIGABYTE's official website (http://www.gigabyte.com).
What do I do with the old electronics when they are no longer useful?
Take them back to your local or regional waste collection administration for proper recycling.