This document is the user manual for the GA-Z68AP-D3 motherboard, which describes the features and characteristics of the motherboard.
This manual covers the GA‑Z68AP‑D3 motherboard from Gigabyte. It includes safety declarations, box contents, layout diagrams, and detailed instructions for hardware installation, BIOS configuration, driver setup, and unique features such as Xpress Recovery and Dynamic Energy Saver.
The document is organized into chapters on hardware installation, BIOS setup, driver installation, unique features, and an appendix with SATA, audio, and troubleshooting guidance, plus contact information for global support.
| CPU socket | LGA1155 |
|---|---|
| Memory type | DDR3 2133/1866/1600 |
| PCI Express slots | x16, x4 |
| PCI Express slots | x4 |
| SATA ports | 6 Gb/s |
| USB ports | USB 2.0 and USB 3.0 |
| LAN controller | Realtek GbE LAN |
The revision number appears as "REV: X.X", for example "REV: 1.0".