Gigabyte z590 vision d инструкция

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Table of Contents

Box Contents …………………………………………………………………………………………………….5

Optional Items …………………………………………………………………………………………………..5

Z590 VISION D Motherboard Layout ……………………………………………………………………6

Z590 VISION D Motherboard Block Diagram ………………………………………………………..7

Chapter 1 Hardware Installation ………………………………………………………………………….9

1-1 Installation Precautions ……………………………………………………………………….. 9

1-2 ProductSpecications ……………………………………………………………………….. 10

1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler……………………………………………………… 14

1-3-1 Installing the CPU ……………………………………………………………………………………..14

1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler …………………………………………………………………………..16

1-4 Installing the Memory ………………………………………………………………………… 17

1-4—1 DualChannelMemoryConguration …………………………………………………………..17

1-4-2 Installing a Memory ……………………………………………………………………………………18

1-5 Installing an Expansion Card ………………………………………………………………. 19

1-6 Setting up an AMD CrossFire™Conguration ……………………………………….. 20

1-7 Back Panel Connectors ……………………………………………………………………… 21

1-8 Internal Connectors …………………………………………………………………………… 24

Chapter 2 BIOS Setup ……………………………………………………………………………………..39

2-1 Startup Screen ………………………………………………………………………………….. 40

2-2 The Main Menu …………………………………………………………………………………. 41

2-3 Smart Fan 6 ……………………………………………………………………………………… 43

2-4 Favorites (F11) ………………………………………………………………………………….. 45

2-5 Tweaker ……………………………………………………………………………………………. 46

2-6 Settings ……………………………………………………………………………………………. 53

2-7 System Info. ……………………………………………………………………………………… 60

2-8 Boot …………………………………………………………………………………………………. 61

2-9 Save & Exit ………………………………………………………………………………………. 64

Chapter3 ConguringaRAIDSet …………………………………………………………………….65

3—1 ConguringSATAControllers ……………………………………………………………… 65

3-2 InstallingtheRAIDDriverandOperatingSystem ………………………………….. 70

3-3 Installing Intel® Optane™ Memory and Storage Management ………………….. 71

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Chapter 4 Drivers Installation ……………………………………………………………………………75

4—1 Drivers & Software …………………………………………………………………………….. 75

4-2 Application Software ………………………………………………………………………….. 76

4-3 Information ……………………………………………………………………………………….. 76

Chapter 5 Unique Features……………………………………………………………………………….77

5—1 BIOS Update Utilities …………………………………………………………………………. 77

5—1-1 Updating the BIOS with the Q-Flash Utility …………………………………………………..77

5—1-2 Updating the BIOS with the @BIOS Utility ………………………………………………….. 80

5—1-3 Using Q-Flash Plus ……………………………………………………………………………………81

5-2 APP Center ………………………………………………………………………………………. 82

5—2-1 EasyTune ………………………………………………………………………………………………… 83

5-2-2 Fast Boot ………………………………………………………………………………………………… 84

5-2-3 Game Boost ……………………………………………………………………………………………. 85

5-2-4 RGBFusion …………………………………………………………………………………………….. 86

5-2-5 Smart Backup …………………………………………………………………………………………. 88

5-2—6 System Information Viewer ……………………………………………………………………….. 90

Chapter 6 Appendix …………………………………………………………………………………………91

6—1 ConguringAudioInputandOutput …………………………………………………….. 91

6—1-1 Conguring2/4/5.1/7.1-ChannelAudio …………………………………………………………91

6—1-2 ConguringS/PDIFOut ……………………………………………………………………………..93

6—1-3 Stereo Mix ………………………………………………………………………………………………. 94

6—1-4 UsingtheVoiceRecorder …………………………………………………………………………. 95

6-1—5 DTS:X® Ultra ……………………………………………………………………………………………. 96

6—2 Troubleshooting ………………………………………………………………………………… 98

6-2-1 Frequently Asked Questions …………………………………………………………………….. 98

6—2-2 Troubleshooting Procedure ………………………………………………………………………. 99

6-3 Debug LED Codes …………………………………………………………………………… 101

RegulatoryNotices ……………………………………………………………………………………. 105

Contact Us …………………………………………………………………………………………………111

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Box Contents

5Z590 VISION D motherboard

5Motherboard driver disc

5User’s Manual

5Quick Installation Guide

5Four SATA cables

5One antenna

5M.2 screw(s)

5OneRGBLEDstripextensioncable

5One noise detection cable

5Two thermistor cables

5One G Connector

Optional Items

2-portUSB2.0bracket(PartNo.12CR1-1UB030-6*R)

eSATAbracket(PartNo.12CF1-3SATPW-4*R)

3.5″FrontPanelwith2USB3.2Gen1ports(PartNo.12CR1-FPX582-2*R)

The box contents above are for reference only and the actual items shall depend on the product package you

obtain. The box contents are subject to change without notice.

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Z590 VISION D Motherboard Layout

(Note) For debug code information, please refer to Chapter 6.

TYPEC_1

U32G2_2

TYPEC_2

U32G2_1

LGA1200

ATX

AUDIO

DDR4_A1

DDR4_A2

DDR4_B1

DDR4_B2

BAT

Intel® Z590

CLR_CMOS

M_BIOS

Intel®

2.5GbE

LAN

Intel® 2.5GbE LAN

CODEC

PCIEX16

PCIEX8

PCIEX4

PCIEX1

F_U320G

F_U32

SYS_FAN5_PUMP SYS_FAN2

DB_PORT (Note)

EC_TEMP2

EC_TEMP1

SYS_FAN1

80110

M2A_CPU

80110

M2M_SB

6080110

M2P_SB

CNVI

Z590 VISION D

QFLASH_

PLUS

QFLED

F_USB2 F_PANELF_AUDIO LED_C1

F_USB1

NOISE_

SENSOR

SPI_TPMD_LED1 SYS_FAN6_

PUMP

SYS_FAN3

CPU_FAN

CPU_OPT

SYS_FAN4

iTE®

SuperI/O

D_LED2

LED_C2

ATX_12V_2X4ATX_12V_2X2

USB 2.0 Hub

Intel®

Thunderbolt™ 4

Controller

USB 3.2

Gen 1 Hub

SATA3 531

420

CPU DRAM

VGA BOOT

DP_HDMIU32_LAN2U32_LAN1

Temperature

sensor

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Z590 VISION D Motherboard Block Diagram

LGA1200 CPU

DMI 3.0

eSPI

Bus

SPI

Bus

PCI Express 3.0 Bus

Center/Subwoofer

Speaker Out

Line Out

MIC

Line In

S/PDIFOut

RearSpeakerOut

CODEC

iTE®

SuperI/O

4 USB 3.2 Gen 1

4USB2.0/1.1

2 USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type A

2 USB 3.2 Gen 1

Intel® Z590

x4

LAN

RJ45

Intel®

2.5GbE LAN

x1

LAN

RJ45

Intel®

2.5GbE LAN

x1

1 PCI Express x1

M.2 Socket 3

(M2M_SB) USB 3.2

Gen 1 Hub

USB 2.0

Hub

BIOS

TPM

PCI Express 4.0 (Note)/3.0Bus

1 PCI Express x16

2 PCI Express x8

Switch

x16x16

or

(Note) Actual support may vary by CPU.

M.2 WIFI

6SATA6Gb/s

(SATA3 0~6)

x4

Switch

1 PCI Express x4

M.2 Socket 3

(M2P_SB)

or

CPUCLK+/-(100~500MHz)

DDR43200 (Note)/3000 (Note)/2933 (Note)/

2666/2400/2133MHz

1 USB Type-C®,

with USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 support

M.2 Socket 3

(M2A_CPU) (Note)

DDI

x4

DDI

2 USB Type-C®, with

USB 3.2 Gen 2 support

(or 2 Intel® Thunderbolt™ 4)

HDMI 1.4

DisplayPort In

PCIe 3.0 Bus

Switch

Intel®

Thunderbolt™ 4

Controller

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1-1 Installation Precautions

The motherboard contains numerous delicate electronic circuits and components which can become

damaged as a result of electrostatic discharge (ESD). Prior to installation, carefully read the user’s

manual and follow these procedures:

•Prior to installation, make sure the chassis is suitable for the motherboard.

•Priorto installation, do notremove orbreak motherboard S/N(Serial Number)sticker or

warranty sticker provided by your dealer. These stickers are required for warranty validation.

•Always remove the AC power by unplugging the power cord from the power outlet before

installing or removing the motherboard or other hardware components.

•When connecting hardware components to the internal connectors on the motherboard, make

sure they are connected tightly and securely.

•When handling the motherboard, avoid touching any metal leads or connectors.

•It is best to wear an electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap when handling electronic

components such as a motherboard, CPU or memory. If you do not have an ESD wrist strap,

keepyourhandsdryandrsttouchametalobjecttoeliminatestaticelectricity.

•Prior to installing the motherboard, please have it on top of an antistatic pad or within an

electrostatic shielding container.

•Before connecting or unplugging the power supply cable from the motherboard, make sure

the power supply has been turned off.

•Before turning on the power, make sure the power supply voltage has been set according to

the local voltage standard.

•Before using the product, please verify that all cables and power connectors of your hardware

components are connected.

•To prevent damage to the motherboard, do not allow screws to come in contact with the

motherboard circuit or its components.

•Make sure there are no leftover screws or metal components placed on the motherboard or

within the computer casing.

•Do not place the computer system on an uneven surface.

•Do not place the computer system in a high-temperature or wet environment.

•Turning on the computer power during the installation process can lead to damage to system

components as well as physical harm to the user.

•If you are uncertain about any installation steps or have a problem related to the use of the

product,pleaseconsultacertiedcomputertechnician.

•If you use an adapter, extension power cable, or power strip, ensure to consult with its installation

and/orgroundinginstructions.

Chapter 1 Hardware Installation

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1-2 ProductSpecications

CPU LGA1200 package:

— 11th Generation Intel® Core™ i9 processors/Intel® Core™ i7 processors/

Intel® Core™ i5 processors

— 10th Generation Intel® Core™ i9 processors/Intel® Core™ i7 processors/Intel®

Core™ i5 processors/Intel® Core™ i3 processors/Intel® Pentium® processors/

Intel® Celeron® processors*

* Limited to processors with 4 MB Intel® Smart Cache, Intel® Celeron® G5xx5 family.

(Go to GIGABYTE’s website for the latest CPU support list.)

L3 cache varies with CPU

Chipset Intel® Z590 Express Chipset

Memory 11th Generation Intel® Core™ i9/i7/i5 processors:

— Support for DDR4 3200/3000/2933/2666/2400/2133 MHz memory modules

10th Generation Intel® Core™ i9/i7 processors:

— Support for DDR4 2933/2666/2400/2133 MHz memory modules

10th Generation Intel® Core™ i5/i3/Pentium®/Celeron® processors:

— Support for DDR4 2666/2400/2133 MHz memory modules

 4 x DDR4 DIMM sockets supporting up to 128 GB (32 GB single DIMM capacity)

of system memory

Dual channel memory architecture

 Support for ECC Un-buffered DIMM 1Rx8/2Rx8 memory modules (operate in

non-ECC mode)

Support for non-ECC Un-buffered DIMM 1Rx8/2Rx8/1Rx16 memory modules

Support for Extreme Memory Prole (XMP) memory modules

(Go to GIGABYTE’s website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory

modules.)

Onboard

Graphics

Integrated Graphics Processor+Intel® Thunderbolt™ 4 Controller:

— 1 x VisionLINK TB connector (Intel® Thunderbolt™ 4/USB Type-C® port)

— 1 x Intel® Thunderbolt™ 4 connector (USB Type-C® port)

* The Intel® Thunderbolt™ 4 connectors support DisplayPort and Thunderbolt™ video

outputs and a maximum resolution of 5120×2880@60 Hz with 24 bpp (via single

display output)

* Because of the limited I/O resources of the PC architecture, the number of Thunderbolt™

devices that can be used is dependent on the number of the PCI Express devices

being installed. (Refer to Chapter 1-7, «Back Panel Connectors,» for more information.)

* Support for DisplayPort 1.4 version and HDCP 2.3.

Integrated Graphics Processor-Intel® HD Graphics support:

— 1 x HDMI port, supporting a maximum resolution of 4096×2160@30 Hz

* Support for HDMI 1.4 version and HDCP 2.3.

(Graphics specications may vary depending on CPU support.)

Audio Realtek® ALC4080 codec

Support for DTS:X® Ultra

High Denition Audio

2/4/5.1/7.1-channel

Support for S/PDIF Out

LAN 2 x Intel® 2.5GbE LAN chips (2.5 Gbit/1 Gbit/100 Mbit)

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Wireless

Communication

Module

Intel® Wi-Fi 6 AX200

- WIFIa,b,g,n,ac,ax,supporting2.4/5GHzDual-Band

— BLUETOOTH 5.1

- Supportfor11ax160MHzwirelessstandardandupto2.4Gbpsdatarate

* Actualdataratemayvarydependingonenvironmentandequipment.

Expansion Slots 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, running at x16 (PCIEX16)

* Foroptimumperformance,ifonlyonePCIExpressgraphicscardistobeinstalled,

be sure to install it in the PCIEX16 slot.

1 x PCI Express x16 slot, running at x8 (PCIEX8)

* ThePCIEX8slotsharesbandwidthwiththePCIEX16slot.WhenthePCIEX8slotis

populated, the PCIEX16 slot operates at up to x8 mode.

(The PCIEX16 and PCIEX8 slots conform to PCI Express 4.0 standard.) (Note)

1 x PCI Express x16 slot, running at x4 (PCIEX4)

* ThePCIEX4slotsharesbandwidthwiththeM2P_SBconnector.ThePCIEX4slot

operates at up to x2 mode when a PCIe SSD is installed in the M2P_SB connector.

1 x PCI Express x1 slot

(The PCIEX4 and PCI Express x1 slots conform to PCI Express 3.0 standard.)

Multi-Graphics

Technology Support for AMD Quad-GPU CrossFire™ and 2-Way AMD CrossFire™ technologies

Storage Interface CPU:

- 1xM.2connector(Socket3,Mkey,type2280/22110PCIe4.0x4/x2SSD

support) (M2A_CPU) (Note)

Chipset:

- 1xM.2connector(Socket3,Mkey,type2280/22110SATAandPCIe3.0

x4/x2SSDsupport)(M2M_SB)

- 1xM.2connector(Socket3,Mkey,type2260/2280/22110PCIe3.0x4/x2

SSD support) (M2P_SB)

- 6xSATA6Gb/sconnectors

SupportforRAID0,RAID1,RAID5,andRAID10

* Referto«1-8InternalConnectors,»fortheinstallationnoticesforthePCIEX4,M.2,

and SATA connectors.

Intel® Optane™MemoryReady

USB Chipset+Intel® Thunderbolt™ 4 Controller:

— 2 x USB Type-C® ports on the back panel, with USB 3.2 Gen 2 support

Chipset:

— 1 x USB Type-C® port with USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 support, available through the

internal USB header

— 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports (red) on the back panel

— 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports available through the internal USB header

Chipset+USB 3.2 Gen 1 Hub:

— 4 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports on the back panel

Chipset+USB 2.0 Hub:

- 4xUSB2.0/1.1portsavailablethroughtheinternalUSBheaders

(Note) Supported by 11th Generation processors only.

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Internal

Connectors

1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector

1 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector

1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector

1 x CPU fan header

1 x water cooling CPU fan header

4 x system fan headers

2xsystemfan/watercoolingpumpheaders

2 x addressable LED strip headers

2xRGBLEDstripheaders

3 x M.2 Socket 3 connectors

6xSATA6Gb/sconnectors

1 x front panel header

1 x front panel audio header

1 x USB Type-C® header, with USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 support

1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 header

2xUSB2.0/1.1headers

1 x noise detection header

1xTrustedPlatformModuleheader(FortheGC-TPM2.0SPI/GC-TPM2.0SPI

2.0 module only)

2 x temperature sensor headers

1 x Clear CMOS jumper

1 x Q-Flash Plus button

Back Panel

Connectors

1 x DisplayPort In port

1 x HDMI port

2xSMAantennaconnectors(2T2R)

2 x Thunderbolt™ 4 connectors (USB Type-C® port, with USB 3.2 Gen 2 support)

2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports (red)

4 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports

2xRJ-45ports

1xopticalS/PDIFOutconnector

5 x audio jacks

I/OController iTE®I/OControllerChip

Hardware

Monitor

Voltage detection

Temperature detection

Fan speed detection

Watercoolingowratedetection

Fan fail warning

Fan speed control

* Whetherthefan(pump)speedcontrolfunctionissupportedwilldependonthefan

(pump) you install.

Noise detection

BIOS 1x256Mbitash

Use of licensed AMI UEFI BIOS

PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.7, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 5.0

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Please visit GIGABYTE’s website

for support lists of CPU, memory

modules, SSDs, and M.2 devices.

Please visit the SupportUtility List

page on GIGABYTE’s website to

download the latest version of apps.

Unique Features Support for APP Center

* AvailableapplicationsinAPPCentermayvarybymotherboardmodel.Supported

functionsofeachapplicationmayalsovarydependingonmotherboardspecications.

— @BIOS

— EasyTune

— Fast Boot

— Game Boost

- ON/OFFCharge

- RGBFusion

— Smart Backup

— System Information Viewer

Support for Q-Flash Plus

Support for Q-Flash

Support for Xpress Install

Bundled

Software

Norton® Internet Security (OEM version)

cFosSpeed

Operating

System Support for Windows 10 64-bit

Form Factor ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 24.4cm

* GIGABYTEreservestherighttomakeanychangestotheproductspecicationsandproduct-relatedinformationwithout

prior notice.

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1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler

ReadthefollowingguidelinesbeforeyoubegintoinstalltheCPU:

•Make sure that the motherboard supports the CPU.

(Go to GIGABYTE’s website for the latest CPU support list.)

•Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing the

CPU to prevent hardware damage.

•Locate the pin one of the CPU. The CPU cannot be inserted if oriented incorrectly. (Or you may

locate the notches on both sides of the CPU and alignment keys on the CPU socket.)

•Apply an even and thin layer of thermal grease on the surface of the CPU.

•Do not turn on the computer if the CPU cooler is not installed, otherwise overheating and damage

of the CPU may occur.

•SettheCPUhostfrequencyinaccordancewiththeCPUspecications.Itisnotrecommended

thatthesystembusfrequencybesetbeyondhardwarespecicationssinceitdoesnotmeetthe

standard requirements for the peripherals. If you wish to set the frequency beyond the standard

specications,pleasedosoaccordingtoyourhardwarespecicationsincludingtheCPU,graphics

card, memory, hard drive, etc.

1-3—1 Installing the CPU

A. Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the CPU.

Please visit GIGABYTE’s website for details on hardware installation.

Triangle Pin One Marking on the CPU

NotchNotch

LGA1200 CPU

Alignment KeyAlignment Key

LGA1200 CPU Socket

Pin One Corner of the CPU Socket

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B. Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU into the motherboard CPU socket.

•Before installing the CPU, make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from

the power outlet to prevent damage to the CPU.

•To protect the socket contacts, do not remove the protective plastic cover unless the CPU is

inserted into the CPU socket. Save the cover properly and replace it if the CPU is removed.

Step 1:

Gently press the CPU socket lever handle down

andawayfromthesocketwithyournger.Then

completely lift the CPU socket lever and the metal

loadplate/plasticcoverwillbeliftedaswell.

Step 2:

HoldtheCPUwithyourthumbandindexngers.

Align the CPU pin one marking (triangle) with the

pin one corner of the CPU socket (or you may align

the CPU notches with the socket alignment keys)

and gently insert the CPU into position.

Step 4:

Finally, secure the lever under its retention tab to

complete the installation of the CPU.

NOTE:

Hold the CPU socket lever by the handle, not the lever base portion.

Step 3:

Once the CPU is properly inserted, carefully

replace the load plate. When replacing the load

plate, make sure the front end of the load plate

is under the shoulder screw. Then press the CPU

socket lever. The protective plastic cover may

pop off from the load plate during the process of

engagingthelever.Removethecover.(Savethe

cover properly and always replace it when the

CPU is not installed.)

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1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler

RefertothestepsbelowtocorrectlyinstalltheCPUcooleronthemotherboard.(Actualinstallationprocessmay

differdependingtheCPUcoolertobeused.Refertotheuser’smanualforyourCPUcooler.)

Step 5:

After the installation, check the back of the

motherboard. If the push pin is inserted as the

picture above shows, the installation is complete.

Step 6:

Finally, attach the power connector of the CPU

cooler to the CPU fan header (CPU_FAN) on the

motherboard.

Step 1:

Apply an even and thin layer of thermal grease on

the surface of the installed CPU.

Step 2:

Before installing the cooler, note the direction of the

arrow sign on the male push pin. (Turning the

push pin along the direction of arrow is to remove

the cooler, on the contrary, is to install.)

Step 3:

Place the cooler atop the CPU, aligning the

four push pins through the pin holes on the

motherboard. Push down on the push pins

diagonally.

Step 4:

You should hear a «click» when pushing down each

push pin. Check that the Male and Female push

pins are joined closely.

(RefertoyourCPUcoolerinstallationmanualfor

instructions on installing the cooler.)

Male

Push Pin

Female

Push Pin

The Top

of Female

Push Pin

Direction of

the Arrow Sign

on the Male

Push Pin

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Due to CPU limitations, read the following guidelines before installing the memory in Dual Channel mode.

1. Dual Channel mode cannot be enabled if only one memory module is installed.

2. When enabling Dual Channel mode with two or four memory modules, it is recommended that memory

of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used.

DDR4_A1

DDR4_A2

DDR4_B1

DDR4_B2

1-4 Installing the Memory

Readthefollowingguidelinesbeforeyoubegintoinstallthememory:

•Make sure that the motherboard supports the memory. It is recommended that memory of the same

capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used.

(Go to GIGABYTE’s website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory modules.)

•Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing the

memory to prevent hardware damage.

•Memory modules have a foolproof design. A memory module can be installed in only one direction.

If you are unable to insert the memory, switch the direction.

1-4-1 DualChannelMemoryConguration

This motherboard provides four memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. After the memory

isinstalled,theBIOSwillautomaticallydetectthespecicationsandcapacityofthememory.EnablingDual

Channel memory mode will double the original memory bandwidth.

The four memory sockets are divided into two channels and each channel has two memory sockets as following:

ChannelA:DDR4_A1,DDR4_A2

ChannelB:DDR4_B1,DDR4_B2

RecommandedDualChannelMemoryConguration:

(SS=Single-Sided, DS=Double-Sided, «- -«=No Memory)

DDR4_A1 DDR4_A2 DDR4_B1 DDR4_B2

2 Modules — — DS/SS — — DS/SS

4 Modules DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS

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Notch

DDR4DIMM

ADDR4memorymodulehasanotch,soitcanonlytinonedirection.Followthestepsbelowtocorrectlyinstall

your memory modules in the memory sockets.

Step 1:

Note the orientation of the memory module. Spread the retaining clips

at both ends of the memory socket. Place the memory module on the

socket.Asindicatedinthepictureontheleft,placeyourngerson

the top edge of the memory, push down on the memory and insert it

vertically into the memory socket.

Step 2:

The clips at both ends of the socket will snap into place when the

memory module is securely inserted.

Before installing a memory module, make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord

from the power outlet to prevent damage to the memory module. DDR4 and DDR3 DIMMs are not

compatible to each other or DDR2 DIMMs. Be sure to install DDR4 DIMMs on this motherboard.

1-4-2 Installing a Memory

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1-5 Installing an Expansion Card

Readthefollowingguidelinesbeforeyoubegintoinstallanexpansioncard:

•Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Carefully read the manual that came

with your expansion card.

•Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing an

expansion card to prevent hardware damage.

PCI Express x16 Slot

PCI Express x1 Slot

Follow the steps below to correctly install your expansion card in the expansion slot.

1. Locateanexpansionslotthatsupportsyourcard.Removethemetalslotcoverfromthechassisbackpanel.

2. Align the card with the slot, and press down on the card until it is fully seated in the slot.

3. Make sure the metal contacts on the card are completely inserted into the slot.

4. Secure the card’s metal bracket to the chassis back panel with a screw.

5. After installing all expansion cards, replace the chassis cover(s).

6. Turn on your computer. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to make any required BIOS changes for your

expansion card(s).

7. Install the driver provided with the expansion card in your operating system.

Example:InstallingandRemovingaPCIExpressGraphicsCard:

•Installing a Graphics Card:

Gently push down on the top edge of the card until

it is fully inserted into the PCI Express slot. Make

sure the card is securely seated in the slot and

does not rock.

•RemovingtheCard:

Gently push back on the lever on the slot and then lift the card straight out from

the slot.

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B.ConnectingtheGraphicsCards

Step 1:

Observe the steps in «1-5 Installing an Expansion Card» and install the graphics cards on the PCIEX16 and

PCIEX8 slots.

Step 2:

Insert the CrossFire (Note) bridge connector in the CrossFire gold edge connectors on top of the cards.

Step 3:

Plug the display cable into the graphics card on the PCIEX16 slot.

Procedure and driver screen for enabling CrossFire technology may differ by graphics cards and

driver version. Refer to the manual that came with your graphics cards for more information about

enabling CrossFire technology.

1-6 SettingupanAMDCrossFire™Conguration

(Note) The bridge connector(s) may be needed or not depending on your graphics cards.

A.SystemRequirements

—Windows 10 64-bit operating system

—A CrossFire-supported motherboard with two PCI Express x16 slots and correct driver

—CrossFire-ready graphics cards of identical brand and chip and correct driver

—CrossFire (Note) bridge connector

—A power supply with sufcient power is recommended (Refer to the manual of your graphics cards for the

power requirement)

C.ConguringtheGraphicsCardDriver

After installing the graphics card driver in the operating

system, go to the AMDRADEON SETTINGS screen.

Browse to GamingGlobalSettings and ensure AMD

CrossFire is set to On.

— 21 —

1-7 Back Panel Connectors

DisplayPort In Port

The DisplayPort In port offers video outputs to the motherboard. Refer to the pictures below and the

Thunderbolt™ 4 Connector introduction for more information.

HDMI Port

The HDMI port supports HDCP 2.3 and Dolby TrueHD and DTS HD Master

Audio formats. It also supports up to 192KHz/16bit 7.1-channel LPCM audio

output. You can use this port to connect your HDMI-supported monitor. The maximum supported

resolution is 4096×2160@30 Hz, but the actual resolutions supported are dependent on the monitor

being used.

SMA Antenna Connectors (2T2R)

Use this connector to connect an antenna.

Tighten the antennas to the antenna connectors and then aim the antennas correctly for better

signal reception.

After installing the HDMI device, make sure to set the default sound playback device to HDMI.

(The item name may differ depending on your operating system.)

•When removing the cable connected to a back panel connector, rst remove the cable from your

device and then remove it from the motherboard.

•When removing the cable, pull it straight out from the connector. Do not rock it side to side to

prevent an electrical short inside the cable connector.

Step 1:

Connect your DisplayPort cable or Mini-DisplayPort

cable (purchased separately) from the graphics

card to the DisplayPort In port on the back panel.

Step 2:

Then connect the DisplayPort or Thunderbolt™

devices to VisionLINK TB connector to complete.

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USB 3.2 Gen 1 Port

The USB 3.2 Gen 1 port supports the USB 3.2 Gen 1 specication and is compatible to the USB 2.0

specication. Use this port for USB devices.

Connection/

Speed LED Activity LED

LAN Port

Connection/Speed LED:

State Description

Green 2.5 Gbps data rate

Orange 1 Gbps data rate

Off 100 Mbps data rate

Activity LED:

State Description

Blinking Data transmission or receiving is occurring

On No data transmission or receiving is occurring

USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A Port (Q-Flash Plus Port)

The USB 3.2 Gen 2 port supports the USB 3.2 Gen 2 specication and is compatible to the USB 3.2 Gen 1

and USB 2.0 specication. Use this port for USB devices. Before using Q-Flash Plus (Note), make sure to

insert the USB ash drive into this port rst.

USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A Port (Red)

The USB 3.2 Gen 2 port supports the USB 3.2 Gen 2 specication and is compatible to the USB 3.2 Gen 1

and USB 2.0 specication. Use this port for USB devices.

VisionLINK TB Connector (Thunderbolt™ 4/USB Type-C® Port)

The connector supports GIGABYTE’s VisionLINK technology. It is based on the Thunderbolt™ 4 specication

and has display and data transmission capabilities with 20V@3A (60W) of power delivery. You can connect

a drawing tablet or a standard DisplayPort/Thunderbolt™ monitor to this connector with an adapter. The

VisionLINK TB connector supports a resolution of up to 4K@60 Hz when a graphics card is connected to the

DisplayPort In port for the VisionLINK TB connector to output (the actual resolutions supported are dependent

on the monitor being used.) Also, the connector is reversible and supports the USB 3.2 Gen 2 specication

and is compatible to the USB 3.2 Gen 1 and USB 2.0 specication. You can use this port for USB devices, too.

Thunderbolt™ 4 Connector (USB Type-C® Port)

The connector supports standard DisplayPort and Thunderbolt™ video outputs. You can connect a standard

DisplayPort/Thunderbolt™ monitor to this connector with an adapter. The Thunderbolt™ connector can

daisy chain up to ve Thunderbolt™ devices. Because of the limited I/O resources of the PC architecture,

the number of Thunderbolt™ devices that can be used is dependent on the number of the PCI Express

devices being installed. You can adjust the Thunderbolt™ settings under SettingsThunderbolt Conguration

in BIOS Setup. The maximum supported resolution is 5120 x 2880@60 Hz with 24 bpp via single display

output, but the actual resolutions supported are dependent on the monitor being used. Also, the connector

is reversible and supports the USB 3.2 Gen 2 specication and is compatible to the USB 3.2 Gen 1 and

USB 2.0 specication. You can use this port for USB devices, too.

RJ-45 LAN Port

The Gigabit Ethernet LAN port provides Internet connection at up to 2.5 Gbps data rate. The following

describes the states of the LAN port LEDs.

(Note) To enable Q-Flash Plus function, refer to Chapter 5, «Unique Features,» for more information.

— 23 —

Audio Jack Congurations:

Jack Headphone/

2-channel 4-channel 5.1-channel 7.1-channel

Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out a a

Rear Speaker Out aaa

Line In/Side Speaker Out a

Line Out/Front Speaker Out aaaa

Mic In a

•If you want to install a Side Speaker, you need to retask the Line in jack to be Side Speaker

out through the audio driver.

•To enable or congure the audio amplifying function for the Line out jack, please access the

Realtek Audio Console application.

Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out

Use this audio jack to connect center/subwoofer speakers.

Rear Speaker Out

Use this audio jack to connect rear speakers.

Optical S/PDIF Out Connector

This connector provides digital audio out to an external audio system that supports digital optical audio.

Before using this feature, ensure that your audio system provides an optical digital audio in connector.

Line In/Side Speaker Out

The line in jack. Use this audio jack for line in devices such as an optical drive, walkman, etc.

Line Out/Front Speaker Out

The line out jack. This jack supports audio amplifying function. For better sound quality, it is recommended

that you connect your headphone/speaker to this jack (actual effects may vary by the device being used).

Mic In

The Mic in jack.

— 24 —

1-8 Internal Connectors

Readthefollowingguidelinesbeforeconnectingexternaldevices:

•First make sure your devices are compliant with the connectors you wish to connect.

•Before installing the devices, be sure to turn off the devices and your computer. Unplug the power

cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the devices.

•After installing the device and before turning on the computer, make sure the device cable has

been securely attached to the connector on the motherboard.

1) ATX_12V_2X2/ATX_12V_2X4

2) ATX

3) CPU_FAN

4) SYS_FAN1/2/3/4

5) SYS_FAN5/6_PUMP

6) CPU_OPT

7) EC_TEMP1/EC_TEMP2

D_LED1/D_LED2

9) LED_C1/LED_C2

10) NOISE_SENSOR

11) SATA3 0/1/2/3/4/5

12) M2A_CPU/M2M_SB/M2P_SB

13) F_PANEL

14) F_AUDIO

15) F_U32

16) F_U320G

17) F_USB1/F_USB2

18) SPI_TPM

19) CLR_CMOS

20) BAT

21) QFLASH_PLUS

22) CPU/DRAM/VGA/BOOT

13 2252120

15

7

16

2

9

11

10

4

5

17 414 18

4 1

9

8

7

19

12

12

12

3 86

— 25 —

1/2) ATX_12V_2X2/ATX_12V_2X4/ATX (2×2, 2×4, 12V Power Connectors and 2×12 Main Power

Connector)

With the use of the power connector, the power supply can supply enough stable power to all the components

onthemotherboard.Beforeconnectingthepowerconnector,rstmakesurethepowersupplyisturned

off and all devices are properly installed. The power connector possesses a foolproof design. Connect the

power supply cable to the power connector in the correct orientation.

The 12V power connector mainly supplies power to the CPU. If the 12V power connector is not connected,

the computer will not start.

To meet expansion requirements, it is recommended that a power supply that can withstand high

power consumption be used (500W or greater). If a power supply is used that does not provide the

required power, the result can lead to an unstable or unbootable system.

ATX_12V_2X4

ATX_12V_2X4:

Pin No. Denition

1 GND (Only for 2×4-pin 12V)

2 GND (Only for 2×4-pin 12V)

3 GND

4 GND

5+12V (Only for 2×4-pin 12V)

6+12V (Only for 2×4-pin 12V)

7 +12V

8 +12V

ATX:

Pin No. Denition Pin No. Denition

1 3.3V 13 3.3V

2 3.3V 14 -12V

3 GND 15 GND

4 +5V 16 PS_ON(softOn/Off)

5 GND 17 GND

6 +5V 18 GND

7 GND 19 GND

8 Power Good 20 NC

9 5VSB (stand by +5V) 21 +5V

10 +12V 22 +5V

11 +12V (Only for 2×12-pin

ATX)

23 +5V (Only for 2×12-pin ATX)

12 3.3V (Only for 2×12-pin ATX) 24 GND (Only for 2×12-pin ATX)

41

85

131

2412

ATX

ATX_12V_2X2:

Pin No. Denition

1 GND

2 GND

3 +12V

4 +12V

ATX_12V_2X2

1

3

2

4

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•Be sure to connect fan cables to the fan headers to prevent your CPU and system from

overheating. Overheating may result in damage to the CPU or the system may hang.

•Thesefanheadersarenotcongurationjumperblocks.Donotplaceajumpercapontheheaders.

3/4) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN1/2/3/4 (Fan Headers)

All fan headers on this motherboard are 4-pin. Most fan headers possess a foolproof insertion design.

When connecting a fan cable, be sure to connect it in the correct orientation (the black connector wire is

the ground wire). The speed control function requires the use of a fan with fan speed control design. For

optimum heat dissipation, it is recommended that a system fan be installed inside the chassis.

CPU_FAN

1

1

SYS_FAN3/SYS_FAN4

1

SYS_FAN2

1

SYS_FAN1

Pin No. Denition

1 GND

2 Voltage Speed Control

3 Sense

4 PWM Speed Control

5) SYS_FAN5/6_PUMP (System Fan/Water Cooling Pump Headers)

 Thefan/pumpheadersare4-pin.Mostfanheaderspossessafoolproofinsertiondesign.Whenconnecting

a fan cable, be sure to connect it in the correct orientation (the black connector wire is the ground wire). The

speed control function requires the use of a fan with fan speed control design. For optimum heat dissipation,

it is recommended that a system fan be installed inside the chassis. The header also provides speed control

for a water cooling pump, refer to Chapter 2, «BIOS Setup,» «Smart Fan 6,» for more information.

Pin No. Denition

1 GND

2 Voltage Speed Control

3 Sense

4 PWM Speed Control

1

SYS_FAN6_PUMP

SYS_FAN5_PUMP

1

— 27 —

7) EC_TEMP1/EC_TEMP2 (Temperature Sensor Headers)

Connect the thermistor cables to the headers for temperature detection.

Pin No. Denition

1SENSORIN

2 GND

1

EC_TEMP2

EC_TEMP1

6) CPU_OPT (Water Cooling CPU Fan Header)

The fan header is 4-pin and possesses a foolproof insertion design. Most fan headers possess a foolproof

insertion design. When connecting a fan cable, be sure to connect it in the correct orientation (the black

connector wire is the ground wire). The speed control function requires the use of a fan with fan speed

control design.

1

Pin No. Denition

1 GND

2 Voltage Speed Control

3 Sense

4 PWM Speed Control

1

Connector CPU_FAN SYS_FAN1~4 SYS_FAN5/6_PUMP CPU_OPT

Maximum Current 2A 2A 2A 2A

Maximum Power 24W 24W 24W 24W

— 28 —

D_LED1/D_LED2 (Addressable LED Strip Headers)

The headers can be used to connect a standard 5050 addressable LED strip, with maximum power rating

of 5A (5V) and maximum number of 1000 LEDs.

Before installing the devices, be sure to turn off the devices and your computer. Unplug the power

cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the devices.

Forhowtoturnon/offthelightsoftheLEDstrip,refertotheinstructionsoninChapter5,«Unique

Features,»»APPCenterRGBFusion.»

1

D_LED1

Pin No. Denition

1 V (5V)

2 Data

3 No Pin

4 GND

Connect your addressable LED strip

to the header. The power pin (marked

with a triangle on the plug) of the LED strip must be connected to Pin 1 of

the addressable LED strip header. Incorrect connection may lead to the

damage of the LED strip.

1

D_LED2

9) LED_C1/LED_C2 (RGB LED Strip Headers)

 Theheaderscanbeusedtoconnectastandard5050RGBLEDstrip(12V/G/R/B),withmaximumpower

rating of 2A (12V) and maximum length of 2m.

ConnectoneendoftheRGBLEDstrip

extension cable to the header and the

otherendtoyourRGBLEDstrip.Theblackwire(markedwithatriangle

on the plug) of the extension cable must be connected to Pin 1 (12V) of

this header. The 12V pin (marked with an arrow) on the other end of the

extension cable must be lined up with the 12V of the LED strip. Be careful

with the connection orientation of the LED strip; incorrect connection may

lead to the damage of the LED strip.

12VRGB

12V

1

RGBLED

Strip

BG12VR

Pin No. Denition

1 12V

2 G

3R

4 B

1

LED_C2

1

LED_C1

Addressable LED

Strip

1

— 29 —

11) SATA3 0/1/2/3/4/5 (SATA 6Gb/s Connectors)

 TheSATAconnectorsconformtoSATA6Gb/sstandardandarecompatiblewithSATA3Gb/sandSATA

1.5Gb/sstandard.EachSATAconnectorsupportsasingleSATAdevice.TheIntel®ChipsetsupportsRAID0,

RAID1,RAID5,andRAID10.RefertoChapter3,«ConguringaRAIDSet,»forinstructionsonconguring

aRAIDarray.

Pin No. Denition

1 GND

2 TXP

3 TXN

4 GND

5RXN

6RXP

7 GND

SATA3 5 3 1

4 2 0

To enable hot-plugging for the SATA ports, refer to Chapter 2, «BIOS Setup,» «SettingsIO Ports

SATAAndRSTConguration,»formoreinformation.

1

1

7

7

10) NOISE_SENSOR (Noise Detection Header)

This header can be used to connect a noise detection cable to detect the noise inside the case.

Pin No. Denition

1 Noise Detection

2 GND

1

Noise Detection

Cable

1

Before connecting the cable to the header, make sure to remove the jumper cap; re-place the

jumper cap if the header is not in use.

For more information on the noise detection function, refer to the instructions in Chapter 5, «Unique

Features,» «APP CenterSystem Information Viewer»

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12) M2A_CPU (Note)/M2M_SB/M2P_SB (M.2 Socket 3 Connectors)

 TheM.2connectorssupportM.2SATASSDsorM.2PCIeSSDsandsupportRAIDconguration.Please

notethatanM.2PCIeSSDcannotbeusedtocreateaRAIDseteitherwithanM.2SATASSDoraSATA

harddrive.RefertoChapter3,»ConguringaRAIDSet,»forinstructionsonconguringaRAIDarray.

Follow the steps below to correctly install an M.2 SSD in the M.2 connector.

Step 1:

Locate the M.2 connector where you will install the M.2 SSD, use a screwdriver to unfasten the screw on

theheatsinkandthenremovetheheatsink.RemovetheprotectivelmfromthethermalpadontheM.2

connector.

Step 2:

Locate the proper mounting hole based on the length of your M.2 SSD drive. If needed, move the standoff

to the desired mounting hole. Insert the M.2 SSD into the M.2 connector at an angle.

Step 3:

PresstheM.2SSDdownand thenusetheincludedscrew tosecureitintheconnector.Replacethe

heatsinkandsecureittotheoriginalhole.Removetheprotectivelmfromthebottomoftheheatsink

before replacing the heatsink.

(Note) Supported by 11th Generation processors only. Be sure to use Intel® SSDs if you want to set up a

RAIDcongurationontheM2A_CPUconnector.

80110 60 42

80110 60 42

M2A_CPU (Note)

M2M_SB

80110 60 42

M2P_SB

— 31 —

•M2P_SB:

SATA3 0 SATA3 1 SATA3 2 SATA3 3 SATA3 4 SATA3 5 PCIEX4

M.2 PCIe SSD

aaaaaaa(Note 2)

No M.2 SSD Installed aaaaaaa

a: Available, r: Not available

* TheM2P_SBconnectorsupportsonlyPCIeSSDs.

Connector

Type of

M.2 SSD

Installation Notices for the PCIEX4, M.2 and SATA Connectors:

The availability of the SATA connectors may be affected by the type of device installed in the M.2 sockets.

The M2M_SB connector shares bandwidth with the SATA3 1 connector. The M2P_SB connector shares

bandwidthwiththePCIEX4slot.Refertothefollowingtablesfordetails.

•M2A_CPU (Note 1):

SATA3 0 SATA3 1 SATA3 2 SATA3 3 SATA3 4 SATA3 5

M.2PCIeSSD*

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No M.2 SSD Installed aaaaaa

a: Available, r: Not available

* TheM2A_CPUconnectorsupportsonlyPCIeSSDs.

Connector

Type of

M.2 SSD

•M2M_SB:

SATA3 0 SATA3 1 SATA3 2 SATA3 3 SATA3 4 SATA3 5

M.2 SATA SSD araaaa

M.2 PCIe SSD

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No M.2 SSD Installed aaaaaa

a: Available, r: Not available

Connector

Type of

M.2 SSD

(Note 1) Supported by 11th Generation processors only.

(Note 2) The PCIEX4 slot shares bandwidth with the M2P_SB connector. The PCIEX4 slot operates at up to

x2 mode when a PCIe SSD is installed in the M2P_SB connector.

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13) F_PANEL (Front Panel Header)

 Connectthepowerswitch,resetswitch,speaker,chassisintrusionswitch/sensorandsystemstatusindicator

on the chassis to this header according to the pin assignments below. Note the positive and negative pins

before connecting the cables.

NC

NC

Power LED

1

2

19

20

CI-

CI+

PWR_LED-

PWR_LED+

PLED-

PW-

SPEAK+

SPEAK-

PLED+

PW+

Power LED

HD-

RES+

HD+

RES-

Hard Drive

Activity LED

Reset

Switch Chassis Intrusion

Header

Power Switch Speaker

PWR_LED-

The front panel design may differ by chassis. A front panel module mainly consists of power switch,

reset switch, power LED, hard drive activity LED, speaker and etc. When connecting your chassis

front panel module to this header, make sure the wire assignments and the pin assignments are

matched correctly.

•PW (Power Switch):

 Connectstothepowerswitchonthechassisfrontpanel.Youmaycongurethewaytoturnoffyour

system using the power switch (refer to Chapter 2, «BIOS Setup,» «SettingsPlatform Power,» for more

information).

•SPEAK (Speaker):

Connects to the speaker on the chassis front panel. The system reports system startup status by issuing

a beep code. One single short beep will be heard if no problem is detected at system startup.

•HD (Hard Drive Activity LED):

Connects to the hard drive activity LED on the chassis front panel. The LED is on when the hard drive

is reading or writing data.

•RES (ResetSwitch):

Connects to the reset switch on the chassis front panel. Press the reset switch to restart the computer

ifthecomputerfreezesandfailstoperformanormalrestart.

•CI (Chassis Intrusion Header):

 Connectstothechassisintrusionswitch/sensoronthechassisthatcandetectifthechassiscoverhas

beenremoved.Thisfunctionrequiresachassiswithachassisintrusionswitch/sensor.

•NC: No connection.

•PLED/PWR_LED (Power LED):

Connects to the power status indicator on the chassis front panel. The LED

isonwhenthesystemisoperating.TheLEDisoffwhenthesystemisinS3/

S4 sleep state or powered off (S5).

System Status LED

S0 On

S3/S4/S5 Off

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14) F_AUDIO (Front Panel Audio Header)

 ThefrontpanelaudioheadersupportsHighDenitionaudio(HD).Youmayconnectyourchassisfront

panel audio module to this header. Make sure the wire assignments of the module connector match the

pin assignments of the motherboard header. Incorrect connection between the module connector and the

motherboard header will make the device unable to work or even damage it.

Pin No. Denition

1 MIC2_L

2 GND

3MIC2_R

4 NC

5LINE2_R

6 Sense

7 GND

8 No Pin

9 LINE2_L

10 Sense

9 1

10 2

Some chassis provide a front panel audio module that has separated connectors on each wire

instead of a single plug. For information about connecting the front panel audio module that has

different wire assignments, please contact the chassis manufacturer.

15) F_U320G (USB Type-C® Header with USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 Support)

 TheheaderconformstoUSB3.2Gen2×2specicationandcanprovideoneUSBport.

Pin No. Denition Pin No. Denition

1 VBUS 11 VBUS

2 TX1+ 12 TX2+

3 TX1- 13 TX2-

4 GND 14 GND

5RX1+ 15 RX2+

6RX1- 16 RX2-

7 VBUS 17 GND

8 CC1 18 D-

9 SBU1 19 D+

10 SBU2 20 CC2

20

10 11

1

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16) F_U32 (USB 3.2 Gen 1 Header)

 TheheaderconformstoUSB3.2Gen1andUSB2.0specicationandcanprovidetwoUSBports.For

purchasing the optional 3.5″ front panel that provides two USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports, please contact the local

dealer.

Pin No. Denition Pin No. Denition

1 VBUS 11 D2+

2SSRX1- 12 D2-

3SSRX1+ 13 GND

4 GND 14 SSTX2+

5 SSTX1- 15 SSTX2-

6SSTX1+ 16 GND

7 GND 17 SSRX2+

8 D1- 18 SSRX2-

9 D1+ 19 VBUS

10 NC 20 No Pin

20 1

1011

17) F_USB1/F_USB2 (USB 2.0/1.1 Headers)

 TheheadersconformtoUSB2.0/1.1specication.EachUSBheadercanprovidetwoUSBportsviaan

optional USB bracket. For purchasing the optional USB bracket, please contact the local dealer.

Pin No. Denition

1 Power (5V)

2 Power (5V)

3 USB DX-

4 USB DY—

5 USB DX+

6 USB DY+

7 GND

8 GND

9 No Pin

10 NC

10

9

2

1

•DonotplugtheIEEE1394bracket(2×5-pin)cableintotheUSB2.0/1.1header.

•Prior to installing the USB bracket, be sure to turn off your computer and unplug the power cord

from the power outlet to prevent damage to the USB bracket.

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Pin No. Denition

1Data Output

2Power (3.3V)

3No Pin

4NC

5Data Input

6CLK

7Chip Select

8GND

9IRQ

10 NC

11 NC

12 RST

18) SPI_TPM (Trusted Platform Module Header)

You may connect an SPI TPM (Trusted Platform Module) to this header.

12

11

2

1

19) CLR_CMOS (Clear CMOS Jumper)

 UsethisjumpertocleartheBIOScongurationandresettheCMOSvaluestofactorydefaults.Toclear

the CMOS values, use a metal object like a screwdriver to touch the two pins for a few seconds.

•Always turn off your computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before clearing

the CMOS values.

•Aftersystemrestart,gotoBIOSSetuptoloadfactorydefaults(selectLoadOptimizedDefaults)or

manuallyconguretheBIOSsettings(refertoChapter2,«BIOSSetup,»forBIOScongurations).

Open: Normal

Short: Clear CMOS Values

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21) QFLASH_PLUS (Q-Flash Plus Button)

Q-Flash Plus allows you to update the BIOS when your system is off (S5 shutdown state). Save the latest

BIOSonaUSBthumbdriveandplugitintothededicatedport,andthenyoucannowashtheBIOS

automaticallybysimplypressingtheQ-FlashPlusbutton.TheQFLEDwillashwhentheBIOSmatching

andashingactivitiesstartandwillstopashingwhenthemainBIOSashingiscomplete.

To enable Q-Flash Plus function, refer to Chapter 5, «Unique Features,» for more information.

QFLASH_PLUS

QFLED

20) BAT (Battery)

 Thebatteryprovidespowertokeepthevalues(suchasBIOScongurations,date,andtimeinformation)

intheCMOSwhenthecomputeristurnedoff.Replacethebatterywhenthebatteryvoltagedropstoalow

level, or the CMOS values may not be accurate or may be lost.

You may clear the CMOS values by removing the battery:

1. Turn off your computer and unplug the power cord.

2. Gently remove the battery from the battery holder and wait for one minute.

(Or use a metal object like a screwdriver to touch the positive and negative

terminals of the battery holder, making them short for 5 seconds.)

3. Replacethebattery.

4. Plug in the power cord and restart your computer.

•Always turn off your computer and unplug the power cord before replacing the battery.

•Replacethebatterywithanequivalentone.Damagetoyourdevicesmayoccurifthebatteryis

replaced with an incorrect model.

•Contact the place of purchase or local dealer if you are not able to replace the battery by yourself

or uncertain about the battery model.

•When installing the battery, note the orientation of the positive side (+) and the negative side (-)

of the battery (the positive side should face up).

•Used batteries must be handled in accordance with local environmental regulations.

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22) CPU/DRAM/VGA/BOOT (Status LEDs)

The status LEDs show whether the CPU, memory, graphics card, and operating system are working

properlyaftersystempower-on.IftheCPU/DRAM/VGALEDison,thatmeansthecorrespondingdevice

is not working normally; if the BOOT LED is on, that means you haven’t entered the operating system yet.

CPU: CPU status LED

DRAM: Memory status LED

VGA: Graphics card status LED

BOOT: Operating system status LED

CPU DRAM

VGA BOOT

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BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) records hardware parameters of the system in the CMOS on the

motherboard. Its major functions include conducting the Power-On Self-Test (POST) during system startup,

saving system parameters and loading operating system, etc. BIOS includes a BIOS Setup program that allows

theusertomodifybasicsystemcongurationsettingsortoactivatecertainsystemfeatures.

When the power is turned off, the battery on the motherboard supplies the necessary power to the CMOS to

keepthecongurationvaluesintheCMOS.

To access the BIOS Setup program, press the <Delete> key during the POST when the power is turned on.

To upgrade the BIOS, use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash or @BIOS utility.

•Q-Flash allows the user to quickly and easily upgrade or back up BIOS without entering the operating system.

•@BIOS is a Windows-based utility that searches and downloads the latest version of BIOS from the Internet

and updates the BIOS.

For instructions on using the Q-Flash and @BIOS utilities, refer to Chapter 5, «BIOS Update Utilities.»

Chapter 2 BIOS Setup

•BecauseBIOSashingispotentially risky,ifyoudonot encounter problemsusingthecurrent

versionofBIOS,itisrecommendedthatyounot ashtheBIOS.ToashtheBIOS,doitwith

caution.InadequateBIOSashingmayresultinsystemmalfunction.

•It is recommended that you not alter the default settings (unless you need to) to prevent system

instability or other unexpected results. Inadequately altering the settings may result in system’s

failure to boot. If this occurs, try to clear the CMOS values and reset the board to default values.

(Refertothe»LoadOptimizedDefaults»sectioninthischapterorintroductionsofthebattery/clear

CMOS jumper in Chapter 1 for how to clear the CMOS values.)

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2-1 Startup Screen

The following startup Logo screen will appear when the computer boots.

Function Keys:

<DEL>: BIOS SETUPQ-FLASH

Press the <Delete> key to enter BIOS Setup or to access the Q-Flash utility in BIOS Setup.

<F12>: BOOT MENU

 BootMenuallowsyoutosettherstbootdevicewithoutenteringBIOSSetup.InBootMenu,usetheup

arrow key <h> or the down arrow key <i>toselecttherstbootdevice,thenpress<Enter>toaccept.

The system will boot from the device immediately.

Note: The setting in Boot Menu is effective for one time only. After system restart, the device boot order

will still be based on BIOS Setup settings.

<END>: Q-FLASH

 Pressthe<End>keytoaccesstheQ-FlashutilitydirectlywithouthavingtoenterBIOSSetuprst.

Function Keys

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2-2 The Main Menu

Advanced Mode

The Advanced Mode provides detailed BIOS settings. You can press the arrow keys on your keyboard to move

among the items and press <Enter> to accept or enter a sub-menu. Or you can use your mouse to select the

item you want.

Hardware

Information

CongurationItems Current Settings

Setup Menus

Conguration

Items

System Time

Quick Access Bar allows you to quickly move to

the General Help, Easy Mode, Smart Fan 6, or

Q-Flash screen.

Advanced Mode Function Keys

<f><g> Move the selection bar to select a setup menu

<h><i>Movetheselectionbartoselectancongurationitemonamenu

<Enter>/DoubleClick Execute command or enter a menu

<+>/<PageUp> Increase the numeric value or make changes

<—>/<PageDown> Decrease the numeric value or make changes

<F1> Show descriptions of the function keys

<F2> Switch to Easy Mode

<F3> SavethecurrentBIOSsettingstoaprole

<F4> LoadtheBIOSsettingsfromaprolecreatedbefore

<F5> RestorethepreviousBIOSsettingsforthecurrentsubmenus

<F6> Display the Smart Fan 6 screen

<F7> LoadtheOptimizedBIOSdefaultsettingsforthecurrentsubmenus

<F8> Access the Q-Flash utility

<F10> Save all the changes and exit the BIOS Setup program

<F11> Switch to the Favorites submenu

<F12> Capture the current screen as an image and save it to your USB drive

<Insert> Add or remove a favorite option

<Ctrl>+<S> Display information on the installed memory

<Esc> Main Menu: Exit the BIOS Setup program

Submenus: Exit current submenu

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B. Easy Mode

Easy Mode allows users to quickly view their current system information or to make adjustments for optimum

performance.InEasyMode,youcanuseyourmousetomovethroughcongurationitemsorpress<F2>to

switch to the Advanced Mode screen.

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Usethe<F6>functionkeytoquicklyswitchtothisscreen.Thisscreenallowsyoutocongurefanspeedrelated

settingsforeachfanheaderormonitoryoursystem/CPUtemperature.

&TUNE ALL

Allows you to apply the current settings to all fan headers.

&Temperature

Displays the current temperature of the selected target area.

&Fan Speed

 Displayscurrentfan/pumpspeeds.

&Flow Rate

 Displaystheowrateofyourwatercoolingsystem.Press<Enter>onFan Speed to switch to this function.

&Fan Speed Control

Allows you to determine whether to enable the fan speed control function and adjust the fan speed.

Normal Allows the fan to run at different speeds according to the temperature. You can adjust

the fan speed with System Information Viewer based on your system requirements.

(Default)

Silent Allows the fan to run at slow speeds.

Manual Allows you to drag the curve nodes to adjust fan speed. Or you can use the EZ Tuning

feature. After adjusting the node position, press Apply to automatically calculate the

slope of the curve.

Full Speed Allows the fan to run at full speeds.

&Fan Control Use Temperature Input

Allows you to select the reference temperature for fan speed control.

&Temperature Interval

Allows you to select the temperature interval for fan speed change.

&FAN/PUMP Control Mode

Auto Lets the BIOS automatically detect the type of fan installed and sets the optimal control

mode. (Default)

Voltage  Voltagemodeisrecommendedfora3-pinfan/pump.

PWM   PWMmodeisrecommendedfora4-pinfan/pump.

2-3 Smart Fan 6

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&FAN/PUMP Stop

 Enablesordisablesthefan/pumpstopfunction.Youcansetthetemperaturelimitusingthetemperature

curve. The fan or pump stops operation when the temperature is lower than the limit. (Default: Disabled)

&FAN/PUMP Mode

Allows you to set the operating mode for the fan.

Slope Adjusts the fan speed linearly based on the temperature. (Default)

Stair Adjusts the fan speed stepwise based on the temperature.

&FAN/PUMP Fail Warning

 Allowsthesystemtoemitwarningsoundifthefan/pumpisnotconnectedorfails.Checkthefan/pump

conditionorfan/pumpconnectionwhenthisoccurs.(Default:Disabled)

&SaveFanProle

 Thisfunctionallowsyoutosavethecurrentsettingstoaprole.YoucansavetheproleintheBIOSor

select Select File in HDD/FDD/USBtosavetheproletoyourstoragedevice.

&LoadFanProle

 ThisfunctionallowsyoutoloadapreviouslysavedBIOSprolewithoutthehasslesofreconguringthe

BIOS settings. Or you can select Select File in HDD/FDD/USBtoloadaprolefromyourstoragedevice.

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2-4 Favorites (F11)

Set your frequently used options as your favorites and use the <F11> key to quickly switch to the page where

all of your favorite options are located. To add or remove a favorite option, go to its original page and press

<Insert> on the option. The option is marked with a star sign if set as a «favorite.»

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2-5 Tweaker

&CPU Upgrade

 AllowsyoutosettheCPUfrequency.ThenalresultmayvarydependingontheCPUused.Optionsare:

Default,GamingProle,AdvancedProle.(Default:Default)

&CPU Base Clock

 AllowsyoutomanuallysettheCPUbaseclockin0.01MHzincrements.(Default:Auto)

Important: It is highly recommended that the CPU frequency be set in accordance with the CPU

specications.

&PVD Ratio Threshold Override (Note)

Allows you to determine whether to improve performance under extreme BCLK OC by reducing a “PLL

Banding” condition caused in part by a very high DCO frequency. (Default: Auto)

&Enhanced Multi-Core Performance

Determines whether to allow the CPU to run at Turbo 1C speed. (Default: Auto)

&CPU Clock Ratio

Allows you to alter the clock ratio for the installed CPU. The adjustable range is dependent on the CPU

being installed.

&Ring Ratio

Allows you to set the CPU Uncore ratio. The adjustable range is dependent on the CPU being used. (Default:

Auto)

&IGP Ratio (Note)

 AllowsyoutosettheGraphicsRatio.(Default:Auto)

Whetherthesystemwillworkstablywiththeoverclock/overvoltagesettingsyoumadeisdependent

onyouroverallsystemcongurations.Incorrectlydoingoverclock/overvoltagemayresultindamage

to CPU, chipset, or memory and reduce the useful life of these components. This page is for advanced

users only and we recommend you not to alter the default settings to prevent system instability or

other unexpected results. (Inadequately altering the settings may result in system’s failure to boot. If

this occurs, clear the CMOS values and reset the board to default values.)

(Note) This item is present only when you install a CPU that supports this feature. For more information about

Intel® CPUs’ unique features, please visit Intel’s website.

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&Core Fused Max Core Ratio (Note)

Displays the highest frequency of each core.

&CPU Over Temperature Protection (Note)

 Allowsyoutone-tunetheTJMaxoffsetvalue.(Default:Auto)

&FCLK Frequency for Early Power On (Note)

 AllowsyoutosettheFCLKfrequency.Optionsare:Normal(800Mhz),1GHz,400MHz.(Default:1GHz)

&Hyper-Threading Technology

Allows you to determine whether to enable multi-threading technology when using an Intel® CPU that

supports this function. This feature only works for operating systems that support multi-processor mode.

AutoletstheBIOSautomaticallycongurethissetting.(Default:Auto)

Advanced CPU Settings

(Note) This item is present only when you install a CPU that supports this feature. For more information about

Intel® CPUs’ unique features, please visit Intel’s website.

&AVX Disable (Note)

Allows you to disable the AVX instruction sets on a CPU that supports AVX. (Default: Auto)

&AVX512 Disable (Note)

Allows you to disable the AVX-512 instruction sets on a CPU that supports AVX-512. (Default: Auto)

&AVX Offset (Note)

 WhentheprocessorrunsAVXworkloads,theCPUClockRatiowillbereducedbythedesiredAVXoffsetvalue.

Forexample,ifthevalueissetto3,theCPUClockRatiowillbereducedby3whenexecutingAVXinstructions.

(Default: Auto)

&AVX512 Offset (Note)

 WhentheprocessorrunsAVX-512workloads,theCPUClockRatiowillbereducedbythedesiredAVX-512

offset value. For example, if the value is set to 3 (the value must be larger than or equal to the AVX Offset

value),theCPUClockRatiowillbereducedby3whenexecutingAVX-512instructions.(Default:Auto)

&AVX Voltage Guardband Scale Factor (Note)

Allows you to lower the standard AVX voltage. (Default: Auto)

&AVX512 Voltage Guardband Scale Factor (Note)

Allows you to lower the standard AVX-512 voltage. (Default: Auto)

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&No. of CPU Cores Enabled

Allows you to select the number of CPU cores to enable in an Intel® multi-core CPU (the number of CPU

cores may vary by CPU). AutoletstheBIOSautomaticallycongurethissetting.(Default:Auto)

&Intel(R) Speed Shift Technology (Intel® Speed Shift Technology) (Note)

Enables or disables Intel® Speed Shift Technology. Enabling this feature allows the processor to ramp up

its operating frequency more quickly and then improves the system responsiveness. (Default: Enabled)

&CPU Thermal Monitor (Note)

Enables or disables Intel® Thermal Monitor function, a CPU overheating protection function. When enabled,

the CPU core frequency and voltage will be reduced when the CPU is overheated. Auto lets the BIOS

automaticallycongurethissetting.(Default:Auto)

&Ring to Core offset (Down Bin)

 AllowsyoutodeterminewhethertodisabletheCPURingratioauto-downfunction.Auto lets the BIOS

automaticallycongurethissetting.(Default:Auto)

&CPU EIST Function (Note)

Enables or disables Enhanced Intel® Speed Step Technology (EIST). Depending on CPU loading, Intel®

EIST technology can dynamically and effectively lower the CPU voltage and core frequency to decrease

average power consumption and heat production. AutoletstheBIOSautomaticallycongurethissetting.

(Default: Auto)

&Race To Halt (RTH) (Note)/EnergyEfcientTurbo (Note)

Enables or disables the CPU power saving related settings. (Default: Auto)

&Intel(R) Turbo Boost Technology (Note)

Allows you to determine whether to enable the Intel® CPU Turbo Boost technology. Auto lets the BIOS

automaticallycongurethissetting.(Default:Auto)

&Intel(R) Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 (Note)

Enables or disables Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0. Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 allows

the system to identify the processor’s best performance core and lets you manually direct the most critical

workloadstoit.Youcanevenadjustthefrequencyofeachcoreindividuallyforperformanceoptimization.

(Default: Enabled)

&CPU Flex Ratio Override

 EnablesordisablestheCPUFlexRatio.ThemaximumCPUclockratiowillbebasedontheCPU Flex

Ratio Settings value if CPU Clock Ratio is set to Auto. (Default: Disabled)

&CPU Flex Ratio Settings

 AllowsyoutosettheCPUFlexRatio.TheadjustablerangemayvarybyCPU.

&Frequency Clipping TVB (Note)

Allows you to enable or disable automatic CPU frequency reduction initiated by Thermal Velocity Boost.

AutoletstheBIOSautomaticallycongurethissetting.(Default:Auto)

&Voltage reduction initiated TVB (Note)

Allows you to enable or disable automatic CPU voltage reduction initiated by Thermal Velocity Boost. Auto

letstheBIOSautomaticallycongurethissetting.(Default:Auto)

(Note) This item is present only when you install a CPU that supports this feature. For more information about

Intel® CPUs’ unique features, please visit Intel’s website.

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dActive Turbo Ratios

&Turbo Ratio (Core Active)

Allows you to set the CPU Turbo ratios for different number of active cores. Auto sets the CPU Turbo ratios

accordingtotheCPUspecications.ThisitemiscongurableonlywhenActive Turbo Ratios is set to

Manual. (Default: Auto)

dPer Core HT Disable Setting

&HT Disable (Note)

 AllowsyoutodeterminewhethertodisabletheHTfeatureforeachCPUcore.Thisitemiscongurable

only when Per Core HT Disable Setting is set to Manual. (Default: Disabled)

dC-States Control

&CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E)

Enables or disables Intel

®

CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) function, a CPU power-saving function in system halt state.

When enabled, the CPU core frequency and voltage will be reduced during system halt state to decrease

power consumption. AutoletstheBIOSautomaticallycongurethissetting.Thisitemiscongurableonly

when C-States Control is set to Enabled. (Default: Auto)