Updated installation guide and system support information BIOS assistance resources available
Updated installation guide and system support information BIOS assistance resources available
Hello, your first rig is now up and running! Here are the answers to your questions:
A) To activate your mass storage in BIOS on the Gigabyte GA-970A-UD3P, check the manufacturer’s manual or look for a BIOS update option that supports external drives. Some systems let you enable storage devices during boot settings.
B) For BIOS updates, visit the official Gigabyte website or use a trusted third-party service to download the latest firmware. If your motherboard supports it, you can also install new drivers through the BIOS setup after updating.
C) To make Windows 8 look less tablet-like, try adjusting display settings in Device Manager, reduce screen brightness, or use a different background theme. You can also disable the "Tablet" mode in the system settings if available.
What kind of storage device are you employing? With an HDD connected via a SATA port and powered through the PSU, it should appear in Windows without any setup required. You can format or partition it by using the search function (Windows key + F), selecting "Files" under the filter options, and typing "Disk Management." I just checked Gigabyte's site and noticed no new BIOS updates available at the moment. For future checks, you can visit their page to see if updates are released: http://www.gigabyte.com/products/product...id=4717#dl. On that page, you'll also find drivers compatible with your operating system—make sure to verify whether it's a 32-bit or 64-bit version. Regarding the tablet appearance, I assume you want to turn off the Metro interface, the new Windows 8 Start menu. A helpful tutorial is available in this YouTube video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D801aECHRTU (the download link appears in the video description).
Click the taskbar once, then select Properties, go to Navigation, and confirm the prompt about signing in or closing apps.