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Questions about GIGABYTE products => Motherboards with Intel processors => Topic started by: TDS on June 20, 2011, 11:27:14 pm
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Just finished setting up a new Z68X-UD3P-B3 with W7 Pro 64. All drivers are installed, and the Gigabyte online update tells me that "All drivers are current". I installed the EasyTune6 application from the Gigabyte CD. I really want to have access to the features of this application. It created an ET6 icon on my desktop. I do "Run as Administrator" then I get the message "Do you want to allow this program to make changes to this computer", I click "OK" and then I get the little spinning "wait" cursor for about 3 to 5 seconds, and then back to the desktop and the application does not start up, no error message or anything .... just back to the desktop.
I don't see a newer version available from the Gigabyte website .... anyone have any ideas as to why this program will not run ??
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UN-install completely....reboot.........reinstall.......use Revo uninstaller if you can as it get down deep and rips out everything to do with the program.
Aussie Allan
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I have done that about a dozen times already. Both using the version that came on the CD, and the version that is online in the downloads section (they seem to be the same version) .... same results every time (I'm just using the Windows Control panel to uninstall).
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Try using " Revo uninstaller" full function free for 30 days even for the Pro version.......use the most aggressive settings....will not hurt anything.....windows un-installer leaves lots of grap .........if this still does not work post back and we will crack on with the fix in the morning..... midnight for me ATM and need my solid 4 hrs of sleep..........just a thought,... is there a 32 and 64 bit version and have you tried the compatibility mode yet!........I remember someone else with this issue!
Aussie Allan
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Okay ... did that .... downloaded the Revo uninstaller .... removed every trace of Gigabyte "anything" from the drive and from the registry ... had to reboot multiple times to get it all deleted ..... then I re-installed EasyTune6 from the CD .... SAME results .... little spinning wait cursor for a few seconds and then back to the desktop .... the application does not start up. I am not aware that there are seperate 32-bit and 64-bit versions of EasyTune ?? I did try running in "Compatibility Mode" .... same results.
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Okay, I found out what is happening .... I don't know if I should feel stupid, or what .... but I think this behavior should be mentioned in the documentation (it is not) and/or maybe with some screen message .... BUT .... installing EasyTune6 creates a desktop shortcut .... and you would think that clicking on this shortcut would launch the applications (right ???) ..... well, it doesn't, clicking on the desktop shortcut then creates a Taskbar icon, and it is hidden by windows by default (at least on my system) .... I just happened to be messing with my TaskBar configuration and noticed this icon I didn't recognize, I clicked it and the EasyTune6 screen appeared. So all that clicking the EasyTune desktop shortcut does is to add an icon to the TaskBar, which on my system was a hidden icon that I couldn't see being added. Maybe this was the same behavior that others were getting when they also thought that the program was not running for them.
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Hahahahahahahahahahahah......DOOH!......At least you know that the program has been installed, absolutely, positively better then anyone has ever installed it in living history........good to hear you got a result.
Sometimes if you give information of (push this button only) this nature people can get really offended, thinking your being condescending and simplistic
Glad we got there in the end, even if I was only a sounding board.
Aussie Allan
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I have been caught out myself before with programs acting like that. As you say if you don't notice them open up minimsed in the tray you think nothing has happened. ;)
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Okay, I found out what is happening .... I don't know if I should feel stupid, or what .... but I think this behavior should be mentioned in the documentation (it is not) and/or maybe with some screen message .... BUT .... installing EasyTune6 creates a desktop shortcut .... and you would think that clicking on this shortcut would launch the applications (right ???) ..... well, it doesn't, clicking on the desktop shortcut then creates a Taskbar icon, and it is hidden by windows by default (at least on my system) .... I just happened to be messing with my TaskBar configuration and noticed this icon I didn't recognize, I clicked it and the EasyTune6 screen appeared. So all that clicking the EasyTune desktop shortcut does is to add an icon to the TaskBar, which on my system was a hidden icon that I couldn't see being added. Maybe this was the same behavior that others were getting when they also thought that the program was not running for them.
TDS,
Yes, I found the same exact situation when I have installed ET6. Please realize that it is much better to do your overclocking and tweaking in the BIOS rather than with ET6.
I have tried ET6 on various builds for years now. On a few of the builds, it worked well. On other builds, it was a complete nightmare!
Example: Most of my systems were working absolutely flawlessly, then, after installing ET6, BSOD's non-stop and terrible instability. What made it really frustrating was on a number of the builds, the instability issues remained even after the uninstall. Thus, I had to reformat and reinstall Windows all over again.
I am not sure why these discrepancies occurred, but now I just do not place my systems at risk any longer...it was like playing Russian Roulette.
You will discover most of the mod's here recommend you do not use it...and they have good reason for such advice.
Hope this helps!
Soar
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Overall good advise.......The more advanced you become , the less you need of a lot of these apps, but in the beginning, they make sense and easy to use........when they work!
Aussie Allan
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Thanks for the advice guys !! I will get rid of ET6 and stick to the bios then. Thanks again. Any suggestions for a good utility to monitor the MB power, fans, and temps ??
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I like Motherboard monitor but to be honest, I generally download and use it only when I have problems!.......some like to have it running 24/7.....probably handy if your into gaming.
Aussie Allan
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Thanks for the advice guys !! I will get rid of ET6 and stick to the bios then. Thanks again. Any suggestions for a good utility to monitor the MB power, fans, and temps ??
Why you didn't download latest version from GB site?
Touch BIOS Utility B11.0607.1 (http://download.gigabyte.us/FileList/Utility/mb_utility_touch-bios.exe)
EasyTune6 (Intel) B11.0512.1 (http://download.gigabyte.us/FileList/Utility/motherboard_utility_et6_intel.exe)
Good utility to monitor is:
AIDA64 Extreme Edition 1.80.1455 (http://www.aida64.com:8081/aida64extreme_build_1455_u8nmy1wgcb.zip)
HWiNFO32 3.82-1300 (http://www.hwinfo.com/download32.html)
HWiNFO64 3.82-1300 (http://www.hwinfo.com/download64.html)
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Thanks for the advice guys !! I will get rid of ET6 and stick to the bios then. Thanks again. Any suggestions for a good utility to monitor the MB power, fans, and temps ??
TDS,
Don't follow Aussie Allan's advice to use Motherboard Monitor :P...the poor guy has been trapped in a time warp where he is stuck in 2004 :-\....this is 2011, and there are much, much better programs...
I have found the following two diagnostic software programs invaluable:
CPUID HW Monitor
You can read about it and download it here: http://www.cpuid.com/softwares/hwmonitor.html
System Information for Windows [SIW] (this one is my favorite)!
You can read about it and download it here: http://www.gtopala.com/siw-download.html
I have the freeware version and it works excellent!
SIW is my favorite because it is so incredibly comprehensive. I've not found anything even close to what it can do.
Hope this helps!
Sorry Aussie Allan! We are still asking Scottie to fix that transformer beam to get you back with us to page [year] 2011!
Beam me up!
Soar
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Ground hog day again!......Huh! where am I ?........not cornflakes again!.......I definitely gotta change these underpants .....Tomorrow!
AA
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Thanks for the advice guys !! I will get rid of ET6 and stick to the bios then. Thanks again. Any suggestions for a good utility to monitor the MB power, fans, and temps ??
TDS,
Don't follow Aussie Allan's advice to use Motherboard Monitor :P...the poor guy has been trapped in a time warp where he is stuck in 2004 :-\....this is 2011, and there are much, much better programs...
I have found the following two diagnostic software programs invaluable:
CPUID HW Monitor
You can read about it and download it here: http://www.cpuid.com/softwares/hwmonitor.html
System Information for Windows [SIW] (this one is my favorite)!
You can read about it and download it here: http://www.gtopala.com/siw-download.html
I have the freeware version and it works excellent!
SIW is my favorite because it is so incredibly comprehensive. I've not found anything even close to what it can do.
Hope this helps!
Sorry Aussie Allan! We are still asking Scottie to fix that transformer beam to get you back with us to page [year] 2011!
Beam me up!
Soar
CPUID HW Monitor is crap,didn't update from 29.November 2010 !!
All voltage info is wrong.
SIW 0526???
All voltage info is wrong,CPU temp showing 5C higher,etc.....
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Ground hog day again!......Huh! where am I ?........not cornflakes again!.......I definitely gotta change these underpants .....Tomorrow!
AA
LOL!
Dear AA,
You have consistently given excellent advice to me and countless other people here....so a very, very, big thank you for your time, effort, and most of all expertise!
But....on the other hand...so sorry, Motherboard Monitor is pre-historic!
:-*
Soar
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Ground hog day again!......Huh! where am I ?........not cornflakes again!.......I definitely gotta change these underpants .....Tomorrow!
AA
LOL!
Dear AA,
You have consistently given excellent advice to me and countless other people here....so a very, very, big thank you for your time, effort, and most of all expertise!
But....on the other hand...so sorry, Motherboard Monitor is pre-historic!......And the best Program I ever used! hahahahahahahahahahahahahah
:-*
Soar
Thanks for the pat on the back Soar .......and the slap to the back of the head.........dislodged the size 12 out of my mouth nicely ;D
Now For The Truth!
"Now in my clients defence your honour"......"he stated" I like Motherboard monitor but to be honest, I generally download and use it only when I have problems!...., .......... the truth is your honour , my client has not had any problems since 2004 .... ::) ;D :D ;) :-X
Aussie Allan
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LOL!
AA, you should be on TV as best comedian! That was so good. Thanks for the great laughter and good attitude.
You guys here are the best!
Never a dull moment!
Soar
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Hey, thanks this was the answer I was looking for. I agree, what dumb behavior for a desktop link. As a software developer that type of user unfriendly design is just plain bad...
Okay, I found out what is happening .... I don't know if I should feel stupid, or what .... but I think this behavior should be mentioned in the documentation (it is not) and/or maybe with some screen message .... BUT .... installing EasyTune6 creates a desktop shortcut .... and you would think that clicking on this shortcut would launch the applications (right ???) ..... well, it doesn't, clicking on the desktop shortcut then creates a Taskbar icon, and it is hidden by windows by default (at least on my system) .... I just happened to be messing with my TaskBar configuration and noticed this icon I didn't recognize, I clicked it and the EasyTune6 screen appeared. So all that clicking the EasyTune desktop shortcut does is to add an icon to the TaskBar, which on my system was a hidden icon that I couldn't see being added. Maybe this was the same behavior that others were getting when they also thought that the program was not running for them.
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The thing is these programs are bundled with the motherboards as " added value" and as a company Gigabyte sees them as something to sweeten the deal. I suspect they are not even written by the company themselves but by a third party who probably doesn't understand the intricacies of using the program.
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I have been caught out myself before with programs acting like that. As you say if you don't notice them open up minimsed in the tray you think nothing has happened. ;)
I just went through the same thing... and all the time there EasyTune6 was -- in the "hidden icons" section of the task bar!-- I probably spent at least an hour of time trying to find out what was up with this EasyTune6 thing... uninstalling and reinstalling... all a total waste of my time for something so simple that was not setup to be logical, and not mentioned in the manual. Disappointed in Gigabyte there.
So now I have it and it seems I am better off using a 3rd party app? oh well... live and learn... (unfortunately that doesn't really apply when I only build or upgrade every other year ;-) )
Great Forum... glad I found it! I found no mention of this forum on the US Gigabyte website... http://www.gigabyte.us/ which I feel is really a disservice to Gigabyte US customers as that is where you go first for help. It made finding answers real hit and miss.
Now if I can just get my system to allow me to access the BIOS once again, and boot-up at all with a usb 3.0 card reader plugged in, and be able to use all 1866 mghz of my ram... and maybe bump up the processor speed a bit... I will be a happy guy... til then..still not satisfied.
GA-990FXA-UD3
AMD FX-8120
G.SKILL Sniper Series 16GB (4 x 4GB) 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM 1866 (PC3 14900) Desktop Memory Model F3-14900CL9D-8GBSR
Seagate ST3500630AS Hard Drive
512MB GeForce 9800 GTX+ (EVGA)
BIOS Award Software International, Inc., Version F5 Date 10/13/2011
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Sorry to hear about all the hassles you went through on this!
Gigabyte US support is here if you need us :D
http://forums.tweaktown.com/gigabyte/
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Thanks for this solution for getting Easytune going (Z77D3H); I'm another who has tried and tried, uninstalled, installed update from website etc.
You would think they would have fixed this by now, instead of leaving it hidden away.
I did also have big problems with getting the BIOS going; could only get into it by taking out battery etc, unplugging monitor, restart, wait 30 secs then plug in monitor.
Suspected maybe monitor may have had something todo with it, got new 23 inch and immediately fine, just one hit of 'delete' and in as should be. Previous motherboards were happy my old 16 inch CRO screen, but maybe someone decided it was time to ignore small screens.
Anyway I joined just to thank you