This document is the GIGABYTE GA-970A-DS3 motherboard user manual, which introduces the functions and features of the motherboard and how to use it.
The Gigabyte GA-970A-DS3 motherboard manual provides detailed instructions for hardware installation, BIOS configuration, and driver setup. It includes safety precautions, connector descriptions, and troubleshooting tips to help users assemble and maintain their system.
The document also lists the technical specifications of the board, such as supported CPUs, memory capacity, storage interfaces, and expansion slots, along with contact information for Gigabyte technical support.
| CPU Socket | AM3+ |
|---|---|
| North Bridge Chipset | AMD 970 |
| South Bridge Chipset | AMD SB950 |
| Memory Slots | 4 DDR3 DIMM sockets, up to 32 GB |
| SATA Ports | 6 × SATA 6 Gb/s |
| USB Ports (Back Panel) | 2 × USB 3.0/2.0, 6 × USB 2.0/1.1 |
| USB Ports (Total) | Up to 12 × USB 2.0/1.1 |
| LAN | Realtek GbE (10/100/1000 Mbit) |
| Audio Codec | Realtek HD Audio |
| Form Factor | ATX (30.5 cm × 22.5 cm) |
It uses an AM3+ socket that supports AMD AM3+ FX processors as well as AMD AM3 Phenom II and Athlon II CPUs.
The board offers six SATA 6 Gb/s connectors, allowing up to six SATA devices.
Two USB 3.0/2.0 ports and six USB 2.0/1.1 ports are located on the back panel.
It follows the ATX form factor with dimensions of 30.5 cm × 22.5 cm.