GIGABYTE H310M H Motherboard User's Manual

1-1 Installation Precautions

Handle the motherboard with care to prevent damage from electrostatic discharge (ESD). Follow these guidelines:

• Ensure the chassis is compatible with the motherboard.
• Do not remove or damage motherboard serial number or warranty stickers.
• Always disconnect AC power before installing or removing components.
• Ensure all hardware components are connected tightly and securely.
• Avoid touching metal leads or connectors directly.
• Use an ESD wrist strap or touch a metal object to discharge static electricity before handling.
• Place the motherboard on an antistatic pad or in an electrostatic shielding container.
• Ensure the power supply is turned off before connecting/unplugging power cables.
• Verify power supply voltage matches local standards.
• Ensure all hardware cables and power connectors are properly connected before powering on.
• Prevent screws from contacting motherboard circuits or components.
• Ensure no leftover screws or metal components remain on the motherboard or in the casing.
• Do not place the system on uneven surfaces or in high-temperature/wet environments.
• Do not turn on power during installation to avoid damage or injury.
• Consult a certified technician if uncertain about installation steps.
• Follow installation and grounding instructions for adapters, extension cords, or power strips.

1-2 Product Specifications

GIGABYTE reserves the right to make changes to product specifications without prior notice. Visit GIGABYTE's website for support lists of CPU, memory modules, and SSDs.

1-3 Installing the CPU

Follow these guidelines for CPU installation:

• Ensure motherboard compatibility with the CPU (check GIGABYTE website).
• Turn off the computer and unplug the power cord before installation.
• Locate the CPU's pin one or alignment notches and match them with the CPU socket's keys. The CPU cannot be inserted if oriented incorrectly.
• Apply an even, thin layer of thermal grease on the CPU surface.
• Do not turn on the computer without a CPU cooler installed to prevent overheating and damage.
• Set the CPU host frequency according to CPU specifications. Avoid setting it beyond hardware specifications.

CPU Socket and CPU Alignment: The LGA1151 CPU socket has alignment keys. The LGA1151 CPU has corresponding notches. Align these keys and notches to correctly insert the CPU. The CPU socket cover may pop off automatically when the lever is re-engaged after CPU insertion.

1-4 Installing the Memory

Follow these guidelines for memory installation:

• Ensure motherboard compatibility with the memory (check GIGABYTE website for supported speeds and modules). It is recommended to use memory modules of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips.
• Turn off the computer and unplug the power cord before installation.
• Memory modules have a foolproof design; they can only be installed in one direction. If insertion is difficult, try reversing the module's orientation.

Dual Channel Memory Configuration: This motherboard has two memory sockets (DDR4_1 and DDR4_2) supporting Dual Channel Technology. Installing two memory modules in the correct slots enables Dual Channel mode, doubling memory bandwidth. For Dual Channel mode with two modules, it is recommended they be identical in capacity, brand, speed, and chips.

1-5 Installing an Expansion Card

Follow these guidelines for expansion card installation:

• Ensure motherboard compatibility with the expansion card and read its manual.
• Turn off the computer and unplug the power cord before installation.

1-6 Back Panel Connectors

The back panel provides various ports for connecting external devices:

• PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse Port: For connecting a PS/2 mouse or keyboard.
• D-Sub Port: Supports a 15-pin D-Sub connector, maximum resolution 1920x1200@60 Hz. Connect a compatible monitor.
• HDMI Port: Supports HDCP 2.2 and high-definition audio. Maximum resolution 4096x2160@30 Hz (HDMI 1.4). Connect an HDMI-supported monitor. Ensure HDMI is set as the default sound playback device in the OS.
• USB 3.1 Gen 1 Ports: Supports USB 3.1 Gen 1 specification, backward compatible with USB 2.0. For connecting USB devices.
• USB 2.0/1.1 Ports: Supports USB 2.0/1.1 specification. For connecting USB devices.
• RJ-45 LAN Port: Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000 Mbit) for internet connection. The port has LEDs indicating connection speed (Orange: 1 Gbps, Green: 100 Mbps, Off: 10 Mbps) and activity (Blinking: data transmission, Off: no transmission).
• Audio Jacks:
  • Line In/Rear Speaker Out (Blue): For line-in devices.
  • Line Out/Front Speaker Out (Green): For headphones or 2-channel speakers.
  • Mic In/Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out (Pink): For microphone input.

  Audio Jack Configurations:

  Jack	Headphone/ 2-channel	4-channel	6-channel	7.1-channel
  Line In/Rear Speaker Out		a	a	a
  Line Out/Front Speaker Out	a	a	a	a
  Mic In/Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out			a	a
  Front Panel Line Out/Side Speaker Out				a

  To configure 7.1-channel audio, use an HD front panel audio module and enable multi-channel audio in the driver.

Cable Removal: When removing cables from back panel connectors, first disconnect from the device, then pull the cable straight out from the motherboard connector without rocking it.

1-7 Internal Connectors

The motherboard features various internal headers for system components:

• 1/2) ATX_12V/ATX (Power Connectors): Provide stable power to the motherboard and CPU. Ensure correct orientation. A 500W or greater power supply is recommended for expansion requirements.
• 3/4) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN (Fan Headers): 4-pin headers for CPU and system fans. Connect with correct orientation (black wire is ground). Fan speed control requires fans with this feature. Connect fans to prevent CPU/system overheating. Do not place jumper caps on these headers.
• 5) SATA3 0/1/2/3 (SATA 6Gb/s Connectors): Connect SATA devices (HDDs, SSDs). Compatible with SATA 3Gb/s and 1.5Gb/s. Hot-plugging can be enabled in BIOS.
• 6) F_PANEL (Front Panel Header): Connects chassis power switch, reset switch, speaker, chassis intrusion switch/sensor, and system status indicators. Pay attention to positive/negative pin assignments.
  • PLED/PWR_LED: Power LED indicator.
  • PW (Power Switch): Connects to the chassis power switch.
  • SPEAK: Connects to the chassis speaker for beep codes.
  • HD (Hard Drive Activity LED): Connects to the HDD activity LED.
  • RES (Reset Switch): Connects to the chassis reset switch.
  • CI (Chassis Intrusion Header): Connects to a chassis intrusion switch/sensor.
  • NC: No connection.
• 7) F_AUDIO (Front Panel Audio Header): Supports High Definition audio for chassis front panel audio modules. Ensure correct pin assignment to avoid damage.
• 8) F_USB30 (USB 3.1 Gen 1 Header): Provides two USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports via an optional front panel bracket.
• 9) F_USB (USB 2.0/1.1 Header): Provides two USB 2.0/1.1 ports via an optional USB bracket. Do not plug IEEE 1394 brackets into this header.
• 10) TPM (Trusted Platform Module Header): 2x6 pin header for connecting a TPM module (e.g., GC-TPM2.0_S).
• 11) CLR_CMOS (Clear CMOS Jumper): Use to clear BIOS settings to factory defaults. Short the two pins for a few seconds with a metal object (e.g., screwdriver) while the computer is off and unplugged.
• 12) BAT (Battery): Provides power to CMOS for retaining BIOS settings, date, and time when the computer is off. Replace the battery when voltage is low. CMOS can also be cleared by removing the battery for one minute or shorting its terminals. Ensure correct battery orientation (+ side up).

2-1 Startup Screen

The computer boots with a startup logo screen. You can switch between Classic Setup (detailed settings) and Easy Mode (quick view/adjustments) using the F2 key. Easy Mode allows mouse interaction.

Function Keys:

2-2 The Main Menu

The Main Menu provides access to various setup menus like System Time, Hardware Information, and configuration items. A Quick Access Bar allows entry to Easy Mode, language selection, fan settings, or Q-Flash.

2-3 M.I.T. (Motherboard Intelligent Tweaker)

This section is for advanced users to adjust frequencies, voltages, and memory settings for overclocking. Caution: Incorrect settings can damage components or reduce their lifespan. Altering defaults may cause instability or boot failure.

• Advanced Frequency Settings: Adjust CPU Clock Ratio, CPU Frequency, FCLK Frequency, Graphics Slice/UnSlice Ratios.
• Advanced CPU Core Settings: Synchronized settings for CPU clock, frequency, and FCLK. Includes options for AVX Offset, Uncore Ratio, CPU Flex Ratio Override, Intel® Turbo Boost Technology, Turbo Ratio, Power Limit TDP, Core Current Limit, Turbo Per Core Limit Control, No. of CPU Cores Enabled, Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel® Speed Shift Technology, CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E), C3/C6/C7/C8/C10 State Support, Package C State Limit, CPU Thermal Monitor, Ring to Core offset, CPU EIST Function, Race To Halt (RTH)/Energy Efficient Turbo, Voltage Optimization, Hardware Prefetcher, Adjacent Cache Line Prefetch.
• Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.): Enable to use SPD data from XMP memory modules for enhanced performance. Options: Disabled, Profile1, Profile2.
• System Memory Multiplier: Set system memory multiplier.
• Memory Frequency (MHz): Displays current and adjusted memory frequencies.
• Advanced Memory Settings: Fine-tune memory timings, boot modes, and performance enhancements. Options include Memory Boot Mode (Normal, Enable Fast Boot, Disable Fast Boot), Realtime Memory Timing, Memory Enhancement Settings, Memory Timing Mode (Manual, Advanced Manual), Profile DDR Voltage.
• Channel A/B Memory Sub Timings: Fine-tune memory timings per channel when in Manual or Advanced Manual mode.
• Advanced Voltage Settings: Control CPU Vcore, CPU VCCSA, DRAM voltages, etc. Includes CPU Vcore Loadline Calibration.
• PC Health Status: Monitor system voltages (CPU Vcore, VCCSA, DRAM, etc.), temperatures, and fan speeds. Includes Reset Case Open Status and Case Open status detection.
• Miscellaneous Settings: Max Link Speed (PCI Express Gen 1, 2, 3), 3DMark01 Enhancement.
• Smart Fan 5 Settings: Configure fan speed control based on temperature inputs. Options include fan speed control modes (Normal, Silent, Manual, Full Speed), temperature sources, fan control modes (Auto, Voltage, PWM), Fan Stop function, temperature monitoring, and fan speed monitoring. Also includes Temperature Warning Control and Fan Fail Warning.

Note: Many settings are CPU/memory dependent and may not be present on all configurations.

2-4 System

Provides system information and basic configuration:

• Access Level: Displays current access level (Administrator/User).
• System Language: Select the default BIOS language.
• System Date: Set the system date (YYYY/MM/DD).
• System Time: Set the system time (HH:MM:SS).

2-5 BIOS

Configure boot behavior, security, and system options:

• Bootup NumLock State: Enable/disable NumLock on keyboard after POST.
• Security Option: Set password requirement for system boot or BIOS Setup entry.
• Full Screen LOGO Show: Enable/disable the GIGABYTE logo during boot.
• Boot Option Priorities: Set the overall boot order for devices. UEFI devices are prefixed with "UEFI:".
• Hard Drive/CD/DVD ROM Drive/Floppy Drive/Network Device BBS Priorities: Set boot order for specific device types.
• Fast Boot: Shorten OS boot process (Disabled, Enabled, Ultra Fast).
• SATA Support: Configure SATA device behavior during boot (Last Boot HDD Only, All Sata Devices). Configurable when Fast Boot is Enabled/Ultra Fast.
• VGA Support: Select boot option ROM type (Auto, EFI Driver). Configurable when Fast Boot is Enabled/Ultra Fast.
• USB Support: Configure USB device behavior during boot (Disabled, Full Initial, Partial Initial). Configurable when Fast Boot is Enabled.
• PS2 Devices Support: Enable/disable PS/2 device support during boot. Configurable when Fast Boot is Enabled.
• NetWork Stack Driver Support: Enable/disable booting from network. Configurable when Fast Boot is Enabled/Ultra Fast.
• Next Boot After AC Power Loss: Set system behavior after AC power loss (Normal Boot, Fast Boot). Configurable when Fast Boot is Enabled/Ultra Fast.
• Mouse Speed: Set mouse cursor speed.
• CSM Support: Enable/disable Compatibility Support Module for legacy boot processes.
• LAN PXE Boot Option ROM: Enable/disable legacy option ROM for LAN. Configurable when CSM Support is Enabled.
• Storage Boot Option Control: Select UEFI or legacy option ROM for storage controllers (Do not launch, Legacy, UEFI). Configurable when CSM Support is Enabled.
• Other PCI Device: Select UEFI or Legacy option ROM for other PCI devices. Configurable when CSM Support is Enabled.
• Administrator Password: Set an administrator password for full BIOS access.
• User Password: Set a user password for limited BIOS access.
• Secure Boot: Enable/disable Secure Boot. Configurable when CSM Support is Disabled.

2-6 Peripherals

Configure onboard devices and peripheral settings:

• Initial Display Output: Set primary display output (IGFX for onboard graphics, PCIe 1 Slot for graphics card).
• OnBoard LAN Controller: Enable/disable the integrated LAN function.
• Above 4G Decoding: Enable/disable 64-bit address space decoding for PCIe devices.
• Intel Platform Trust Technology (PTT): Enable/disable Intel PTT Technology.
• Software Guard Extensions (SGX): Enable/disable Intel SGX technology for secure software operation.
• OffBoard SATA Controller Configuration: Displays information on M.2 PCIe SSDs.
• Trusted Computing: Enable/disable Trusted Platform Module (TPM).
• Intel(R) BIOS Guard Technology: Enable/disable Intel BIOS Guard for BIOS protection.
• USB Configuration:
  • Legacy USB Support: Enable/disable USB keyboard/mouse support in MS-DOS.
  • XHCI Hand-off: Enable/disable XHCI Hand-off for OS compatibility.
  • USB Mass Storage Driver Support: Enable/disable support for USB storage devices.
  • Port 60/64 Emulation: Enable/disable emulation for legacy USB support.
  • Mass Storage Devices: Lists connected USB mass storage devices.
• Network Stack Configuration: Configure network boot options (Network Stack, IPv4/IPv6 PXE/HTTP Support, PXE boot wait time, Media detect count).
• NVMe Configuration: Displays information on NVMe PCIe SSDs.
• SATA And RST Configuration:
  • SATA Controller(s): Enable/disable integrated SATA controllers.
  • SATA Mode Selection: Set SATA mode (AHCI, IDE, RAID - AHCI is default).
  • Aggressive LPM Support: Enable/disable Link Power Management for SATA.
  • Port 0/1/2/3: Enable/disable individual SATA ports.
  • Hot plug: Enable/disable hot-plug capability for SATA ports.
  • Configured as eSATA: Enable/disable support for external SATA devices.
• Realtek PCIe GBE Family Controller: Provides LAN configuration options.

2-7 Chipset

Configure chipset features:

• VT-d: Enable/disable Intel® Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O.
• Internal Graphics: Enable/disable onboard graphics function.
• DVMT Pre-Allocated: Set dedicated graphics memory size for onboard graphics (32M~1024M).
• DVMT Total Gfx Mem: Allocate total DVMT memory size (128M, 256M, MAX).
• Audio Controller: Enable/disable onboard audio function.
• High Precision Timer: Enable/disable High Precision Event Timer (HPET).
• IOAPIC 24-119 Entries: Enable/disable this function.

Note: VT-d requires a CPU that supports this feature.

2-8 Power

Manage power settings:

• Platform Power Management: Enable/disable Active State Power Management (ASPM).
• PEG ASPM: Configure ASPM for CPU PEG bus devices.
• PCH ASPM: Configure ASPM for Chipset PCI Express bus devices.
• DMI ASPM: Configure ASPM for DMI link.
• AC BACK: Determine system state after AC power loss (Memory, Always On, Always Off).
• Power On By Keyboard: Enable/disable system power-on via PS/2 keyboard events (Disabled, Password, Keyboard 98, Any Key).
• Power On Password: Set a password for keyboard power-on.
• Power On By Mouse: Enable/disable system power-on via PS/2 mouse events (Disabled, Move, Double Click).
• ErP: Enable/disable minimum power consumption in S5 (shutdown) state. Enabling ErP disables Resume by Alarm, power on by mouse, and power on by keyboard.
• Soft-Off by PWR-BTTN: Configure power button behavior (Instant-Off, Delay 4 Sec.).
• Resume by Alarm: Enable/disable system power-on at a specific time.
• Power Loading: Enable/disable dummy load for power supply stability.
• CEC 2019 Ready: Enable/disable power consumption adjustments to comply with CEC 2019 Standards.
• RC6(Render Standby): Enable/disable onboard graphics standby mode for power saving.

2-9 Save & Exit

Options for saving changes and exiting BIOS Setup:

• Save & Exit Setup: Saves changes and exits.
• Exit Without Saving: Exits without saving changes.
• Load Optimized Defaults: Loads default BIOS settings. Recommended after BIOS updates or CMOS clearing.
• Boot Override: Select a device to boot immediately.
• Save Profiles: Save current BIOS settings to a profile (up to 8 profiles).
• Load Profiles: Load previously saved BIOS settings from a profile.

Drivers Installation

After installing the operating system:

1. Insert the motherboard driver disc into the optical drive.
2. Run Run.exe from the disc (or via "Tap to choose what happens with this disc").
3. "Xpress Install" will scan the system and list recommended drivers. Click "Xpress Install" to install all selected drivers, or click the arrow icon to install drivers individually.

Visit GIGABYTE's website for more software information.

Regulatory Notices

This motherboard complies with various regulatory standards:

• United States (FCC): Complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules (Class B digital device).
• Canada (IC): Complies with Class B limits for radio noise emissions (ICES-003).
• European Union (EU): Complies with Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive (2014/30/EU), Low-voltage Directive (2014/35/EU), and RoHS directive (2011/65/EU & 2015/863).
• RoHS: GIGABYTE products are designed to meet RoHS requirements, avoiding hazardous substances.
• WEEE (Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment): GIGABYTE adheres to WEEE directives for proper recycling and disposal of electronic devices. The WEEE symbol indicates the product must not be disposed of with general waste.

(Summary of various EU language compliance statements included in the original document.)

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