Gigabyte Motherboard GA- M68MT-D3 (rev. 2.3) User Manual in English (Version 2302)
Summary
Designed for users building systems around AMD Phenom II or Athlon II processors, this motherboard manual provides comprehensive support for the GA-M68MT series chipset. It serves as an essential guide covering everything from initial hardware installation—including CPU mounting and memory configuration—to advanced PC optimization. Users will find detailed instructions on BIOS setup (using M.I.T.), power management controls, driver installation, and best practices to ensure stable, high-performing operation of the system.
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GA-M68MT-D3 GA-M68MT-S2P AM3 socket motherboard for AMD Phenom™ II processor/ AMD Athlon™ II processor
User's Manual Rev. 2302 12ME-M68MTD3-2302R
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GA-M68MT-D3 GA-M68MT-S2P AM3 socket motherboard for AMD Phenom™ II processor/ AMD Athlon™ II processor User's Manual Rev. 2302 12ME-M68MTD3-2302R
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Motherboard GA-M68MT-D3/GA-M68MT-S2P otherboard -M 68M T-D -M 68M T-S2P ay 21, 2010 May 21, 2010
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Copyright © 2010 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. All rights reserved. The trademarks mentioned in this manual are legally registered to their respective owners. Disclaimer Information in this manual is...
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Table of Contents GA-M68MT-D3/GA-M68MT-S2P Motherboard Layout ....................................................5 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation .......................................................
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GA-M68MT-D3/GA-M68MT-S2P Motherboard Layout US CO MA KB_MS ATX_12V Socket AM3 ATX CPU_FAN R_USB i TE IT8720 AUDIO M_BIOS GA-M68MT-D3/GA-M68MT-S2P B_BIOS PCIEX16 F_AUDIO DD R3 _1 DD R3 _2 Realtek CLR_C...
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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 AM3 processors: AMD Phenom™ II processor/ AMD Athlon™ II processor (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) Hyper Transport Bus 2000 M...
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Internal 1 x CD In connector Connectors 1 x S/PDIF In/Out header 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers 1 x clearing CMOS jumper Back Panel 1 x PS/2 keyboard port Connectors 1 x PS/2 mouse port 1 x D-S...
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1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler 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 s...
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1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides two DDR3 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. The two DDR3 memory sockets are divided into two channels and each chann...
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Serial Port Use the serial port to connect devices such as a mouse, modem or other peripherals. D-Sub Port The D-Sub port supports a 15-pin D-Sub connector. Connect a monitor that supports D-Sub conne...
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1-7 Internal Connectors 1) ATX_12V 8) F_PANEL 2) ATX 9) F_AUDIO 3) CPU_FAN 10) CD_IN 4) SYS_FAN 11) SPDIF_IO 5) FDD 12) F_USB1/F_USB2 6) IDE 13) CLR_CMOS 7) SATA2_0/1/2/3 14) BAT Read the following gu...
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DEBUG PORT 1/2) ATX_12V/ATX (2x2 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 on the mo...
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DEBUG PORT 3/4) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN (Fan Headers) The motherboard has a 4-pin CPU fan header (CPU_FAN) and a 3-pin (SYS_FAN) system fan headers. Most fan headers possess a foolproof insertion design. When...
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6) IDE (IDE Connector) The IDE connector supports up to two IDE devices such as hard drives and optical drives. Before attach- ing the IDE cable, locate the foolproof groove on the connector. If you w...
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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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9) 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) SPDIF_IO (S/PDIF In/Out Header) This header supports digital S/PDIF In/Out. Via an optional S/PDIF In and Out cable, this header can connect to an audio device that supports digital audio out and ...
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13) CLR_CMOS (Clearing CMOS Jumper) Use this jumper to clear the CMOS values (e.g. date information and BIOS configurations) and reset the CMOS values to factory defaults. To clear the CMOS values, pl...
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Chapter 2 BIOS Setup To access the BIOS Setup program, press the <Delete> key during the POST when the power is turned on. To see more advanced BIOS Setup menu options, you can press <Ctrl>...
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If you do not find the settings you want in the Main Menu or a submenu, press <Ctrl>+<F1> to access more advanced options. • When the system is not stable as usual, select the Load Optimiz...
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DRAM Configuration CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2010 Award Software DRAM Configuration DCTs Mode [Unganged] Item Help DDR3 Timing Items [Auto] SPD Auto Menu Level x CAS# latency Auto 7T 7T...
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Precharge Time Options are: Auto (default), 4T~7T. Row Cycle Time Options are: Auto (default), 11T~42T. RAS to RAS Delay Options are: Auto (default), 4T~7T. CKE Power Down Mode Determines whether to s...
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Date (mm:dd:yy) Sets the system date. Time (hh:mm:ss) Sets the system time. IDE Channel 0 Master/Slave, IDE Channel 2, 3, 4, 5 Master IDE HDD Auto-Detection, IDE Auto-Detection Press <Enter> to ...
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2-5 Advanced BIOS Features CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2010 Award Software Advanced BIOS Features AMD C1E Support (Note) [Disabled] Item Help Virtualization [Enabled] Menu Level AMD K8 Coo...
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Hard Disk Boot Priority Specifies the sequence of loading the operating system from the installed hard drives. First/Second/Third Boot Device Specifies the boot order from the available devices. Passw...
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2-6 Integrated Peripherals CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2010 Award Software Integrated Peripherals Item Help On-Chip IDE Channel [Enabled] Menu Level NV Serial-ATA Controller [All Enabled] ...
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NV SATA 2 Primary RAID Enables or disables RAID for the first channel of the second integrated SATA 3Gb/s controller. This item is configurable only if the NV SATA RAID function item is set to Enabled...
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2-7 Power Management Setup CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2010 Award Software Power Management Setup ACPI Suspend Type [S3(STR)] Item Help Soft-Off by Power button [Instant-Off] Menu Level PM...
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Power-On by Alarm Determines whether to power on the system at a desired time. (Default: Disabled) If enabled, set the date and time as following: Day of Month Alarm: Turn on the system at specific ti...
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2-8 Pn P/PCI Configurations CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2010 Award Software Pn P/PCI Configurations PCI1 IRQ Assignment [Auto] Item Help PCI2 IRQ Assignment [Auto] Menu Level : Move En...
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System/CPU Warning Temperature Sets the warning threshold for system/CPU temperature. When system/CPU temperature exceeds the threshold, BIOS will emit warning sound. Options are: Disabled (default), ...
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2-11 Load Optimized Defaults CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2010 Award Software MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) Load Fail-Safe Defaults Standard CMOS Features Load Optimized Defaults Advan...
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2-13 Save & Exit Setup CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2010 Award Software MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) Load Fail-Safe Defaults Standard CMOS Features Load Optimized Defaults Advance...
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Chapter 3 Drivers Installation Before installing the drivers, first install the operating system. After installing the operating system, insert the motherboard driver disk into your optical drive. The...
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Steps: 1. Turn on your computer and press <Delete> to enter BIOS Setup during the POST (Power-On Self-Test). Under Integrated Peripherals, make sure NV Serial-ATA Controller is enabled. To enabl...
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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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Finally, we suggest that you practice other environmentally friendly actions by understanding and using the energy-saving features of this product (where applicable), recycling the inner and outer pac...
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Manual Details
| Brand | GIGABYTE |
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| Pages | 40 |
| File Size | 9.99 MB |
| Published | June 02, 2026 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check my motherboard revision?
Look for the label that reads 'REV: X.X.' on the board.
Where can I find technical information or unique features guides?
You can read or download information from the Support&Downloads/MotherboardTechnology Guide page on our website, http://www.gigabyte.com.
What is the first step for physical installation of components?
Refer to Chapter 1: Hardware Installation, which covers CPU, Memory, and Expansion Card setup.
How do I properly dispose of old electronics or batteries?
Take your equipment to a local or regional waste collection administration for recycling. Always handle used batteries properly.