This document is the user manual for the GA-970A-DS3 motherboard, which covers hardware installation, BIOS settings, driver installation, etc.
This manual guides users through installing and configuring the Gigabyte GA-970A-DS3 ATX motherboard. It covers safety precautions, component installation, and system setup.
Key sections include hardware installation, CPU and memory installation, expansion card placement, rear I/O connector descriptions, BIOS settings, driver installation, and warranty information. This manual is written in Chinese.
| CPU Socket | AM3+ (supports AMD AM3+ FX and AM3 Phenom II / Athlon II CPUs) |
|---|---|
| Chipset | Northbridge AMD 970, Southbridge AMD SB950 |
| Memory Slots | 4 DDR3 DIMM slots, up to 32 GB total |
| SATA Ports | 6 × SATA 6 Gb/s connectors (RAID 0/1/5/10/JBOD supported) |
| USB Ports | 12 × USB 2.0/1.1 (6 rear, 6 via internal headers) and 2 × USB 3.0/2.0 rear ports |
| LAN | Integrated Realtek GbE LAN chip (10/100/1000 Mbit) |
| Audio | Integrated Realtek HD audio codec, supports 2/4/5.1/7.1 channels and S/PDIF |
It uses an AM3+ socket that supports AMD AM3+ FX processors as well as AMD AM3 Phenom II and Athlon II CPUs.
The board provides two USB 3.0/2.0 ports on the rear panel.
It can accommodate up to 32 GB of DDR3 memory across four DIMM slots.
A Realtek GbE LAN chip providing 10/100/1000 Mbit Ethernet connectivity.