Gigabyte Motherboard GA-F2A68HM-DS2 (rev.1.1) User Manual - English (version 1101)
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The comprehensive user manual for the GA-F2A68HM-DS2 Motherboard provides essential guidance for system builders and PC enthusiasts. It offers step-by-step instructions covering everything from initial hardware installation (installing APUs, memory, and expansion cards) to advanced BIOS setup, including M.I.T. configuration and power management. This resource ensures proper setup of the motherboard's features, helping users maximize their system’s performance while adhering to best practices for optimal operation.
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GA-F2A68HM-DS2
User's Manual Rev. 1101 12ME-F268MS2-1101R
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GA-F2A68HM-DS2 User's Manual Rev. 1101 12ME-F268MS2-1101R For more product details, please visit GIGABYTE's website. To reduce the impacts on global warming, the packaging materials of this product ar...
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Motherboard GA-F2A68HM-DS2 Motherboard GA-F2A68HM-DS2 Oct. 24, 2014 Oct. 24, 2014 Copyright © 2016 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. All rights reserved. The trademarks mentioned in this manual are legal...
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Table of Contents GA-F2A68HM-DS2 Motherboard Layout .........................................................................4 GA-F2A68HM-DS2 Motherboard Block Diagram ...................................
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GA-F2A68HM-DS2 Motherboard Layout KB_MS_USB DV VG ATX_12V Socket FM2+ CPU_FAN R_USB30 GA-F2A68HM-DS2 SATA3 USB_LAN SYS_FAN1 DD R3 _2 AUDIO PCIEX16 Realtek® DD R3 _1 Gb E LAN M_BIOS PCIEX1 i TE® B_BIOS...
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GA-F2A68HM-DS2 Motherboard Block Diagram APU CLK+/- (100 MHz) 1 PCI Express x16 DISP CLK+/- (100 MHz) DDR3 2133/1866/ 1600/1333 MHz LAN Dual Channel Memory PCIe CLK AMD APU (100 MHz) D-Sub Realtek® Gb...
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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 FM2+ Socket: APU - AMD A series processors - AMD Athlon™ series processors (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) Chipset AMD A68H Memory 2 x DDR3 DIM...
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Internal 1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector 1 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector Connectors 4 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors 1 x APU fan header 2 x system fan headers 1 x front panel header 1 x front panel aud...
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1-3 Installing the APU Read the following guidelines before you begin to install the APU: Make sure that the motherboard supports the APU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest APU support list.) A...
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1-5 Installing an Expansion Card Read the following guidelines before you begin to install an expansion card: Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Carefully read the manual that came...
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1-7 Back Panel Connectors USB 2.0/1.1 Port The USB port supports the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Use this port for USB devices such as a USB keyboard/mouse, USB printer, USB flash drive and etc. PS/2 K...
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1-8 Internal Connectors 1) ATX_12V 8) F_AUDIO 2) ATX 9) F_USB1/F_USB2 3) CPU_FAN 10) COM 4) SYS_FAN1/SYS_FAN2 11) CLR_CMOS 5) SATA3 0/1/2/3 12) CI 6) F_PANEL 13) BAT 7) SPDIF_O Read the following guid...
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DEBUG PORT DEBUG 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 components DEB...
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DEBUG PORT DEBUG PORT 5) SATA3 0/1/2/3 (SATA 6Gb/s Connectors) DEBUG DEBUG PORT PORT The SATA connectors conform to SATA 6Gb/s standard and are compatible with SATA 3Gb/s and SATA 1.5Gb/s standard. Ea...
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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) 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, Vcore, and memory voltage. Whether the system will work stab...
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Core Performance Boost (Note 1) Allows you to determine whether to enable the Core Performance Boost (CPB) technology, a CPU performance-boost technology. (Default: Auto) Turbo Performance Boost Ratio...
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Advanced Memory Settings Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) (Note), System Memory Multiplier, Memory Frequency(MHz) The settings above are synchronous to those under the same items on the Advanced Freque...
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Silent Allows the fan to run at slow speeds. Manual Allows you to control the fan speed under the Fan Speed Percentage item. Full Speed Allows the fan to run at full speeds. Fan Speed Percentage Allow...
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System Language Selects the default language used by the BIOS. System Date Sets the system date. The date format is week (read-only), month, date, and year. Use <Enter> to switch between the Mon...
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Bootup Num Lock State Enables or disables Numlock feature on the numeric keypad of the keyboard after the POST. (Default: Enabled) Security Option Specifies whether a password is required every time t...
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LAN PXE Boot Option ROM Allows you to select whether to enable the legacy option ROM for the LAN controller. (Default: Disabled) This item is configurable only when CSM Support is set to Always. Stora...
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2-5 Peripherals IOMMU Enables or disables AMD IOMMU support. (Default: Enabled) On Chip USB Controller Enables or disables the integrated USB controller. (Default: Enabled) HD Audio Azalia Device Enab...
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GFX Configuration Primary Video Device Specifies the first initiation of the monitor display from the installed PCI graphics card, PCI Express graphics card or the onboard graphics. IGD Video Sets the...
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2-6 Power Management Resume by Alarm Determines whether to power on the system at a desired time. (Default: Disabled) If enabled, set the date and time as following: Wake up day: Turn on the system at...
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Power On Password Set the password when Power On By Keyboard is set to Password. Press <Enter> on this item and set a password with up to 5 characters and then press <Enter> to accept. To ...
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Boot Override Allows you to select a device to boot immediately. Press <Enter> on the device you select and select Yes to confirm. Your system will restart automatically and boot from that devic...
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Steps: In BIOS Setup, go to BIOS Features and set Windows 8 Features to Windows 8 and CSM Support to Never. Save the changes and exit BIOS Setup. Running the UEFI RAID Utility Restart your computer an...
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3. First, select a RAID mode and press <Enter>. The selections available depend on the number of the hard drives being installed. Then follow the on-screen instructions to specify the array size...
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Refer to the following for installing the driver during the Windows setup process. Step 1: Restart your system to boot from the Windows XP setup disk and press <F6> as soon as you see the messag...
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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 Road, 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 | 36 |
| File Size | 10.92 MB |
| Published | June 01, 2026 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check my motherboard's current revision?
The revision number is located and labeled as 'REV: X.X.' on the board.
What should I check before updating BIOS or drivers?
You must check your motherboard revision number (e.g., REV: 1.0) first to ensure compatibility.
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