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Gigabyte GA-Z170X-Ultra Gaming (rev. 1.0) User Manual
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GA-Z170X-Ultra Gaming
User's Manual
Rev. 1002
12ME-Z17ULTG-1002R
Copyright
© 2016 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. All rights reserved.
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Identifying Your Motherboard Revision
The revision number on your motherboard looks like this: "REV: X.X." For example, "REV: 1.0" means
the revision of the motherboard is 1.0. Check your motherboard revision before updating motherboard
BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical information.
Example:
Motherboard
GA-Z170X-Ultra Gaming
Jun. 01, 2016
Jun. 01, 2016
Motherboard
GA-Z170X-Ultra Gaming
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Table of Contents
GA-Z170X-Ultra Gaming Motherboard Layout ................................................................4
Chapter 1 Hardware Installation .....................................................................................5
1-1 Installation Precautions .................................................................................... 5
1-2 ProductSpecications ...................................................................................... 6
1-3 Installing the CPU ............................................................................................ 9
1-4 Installing the Memory ....................................................................................... 9
1-5 Installing an Expansion Card ......................................................................... 10
1-6 Setting up AMD CrossFire™/NVIDIA® SLI™Conguration .............................. 10
1-7 Back Panel Connectors .................................................................................. 11
1-8 Internal Connectors ........................................................................................ 13
Chapter 2 BIOS Setup ..................................................................................................23
2-1 Startup Screen ............................................................................................... 23
2-2 M.I.T. .............................................................................................................. 24
2-3 System ........................................................................................................... 31
2-4 BIOS ............................................................................................................... 32
2-5 Peripherals ..................................................................................................... 35
2-6 Chipset ........................................................................................................... 38
2-7 Power ............................................................................................................. 39
2-8 Save & Exit ..................................................................................................... 41
Chapter 3 Appendix ......................................................................................................42
3-1 ConguringaRAIDSet .................................................................................. 42
3-2 Drivers Installation .......................................................................................... 45
RegulatoryStatements .............................................................................................. 46
Contact Us ................................................................................................................ 48
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GA-Z170X-Ultra Gaming Motherboard Layout
* 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.
Box Contents
5GA-Z170X-Ultra Gaming motherboard 5Four SATA cables
5Motherboard driver disk 5I/O Shield
5User's Manual 5One 2-Way SLI bridge connector
5Quick Installation Guide 5One G Connector
5Two Velcro Cable Ties
KB_MS_USB CPU_FAN
ATX_12V_2X4
ATX
F_AUDIO
AUDIO
B_BIOS
PCIEX8
DDR4_2
DDR4_1
DDR4_4
DDR4_3
BAT
F_PANEL
Intel® Z170
CLR_CMOS
M_BIOS
PCIEX1_1
PCIEX16
F_USB1
LGA1151
GA-Z170X-Ultra Gaming
MDP_OUT
MDP_IN
HDMI
R_USB30
USB30_LAN
F_USB30 SYS_FAN3
iTE®
Super I/O
SYS_FAN2_PUMP
F_USB2
SYS_FAN1
TPM
M2M_32G
Intel®
GbE LAN
SATA3
SATA3
3 2
5 4
1 0
CPU_OPT_PUMP
TYPEC
SATAEXPRESS
THB_C
U2_32G
R_USB31
PCIEX1_2
PCIEX1_3
PCIEX4
CODEC
SPDIF_O
80M110M 60M 42M
Intel®
Thunderbolt™ 3
Controller
Chapter 1 Hardware Installation
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,
keepyourhandsdryandrsttouchametalobjecttoeliminatestaticelectricity.
•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,pleaseconsultacertiedcomputertechnician.
•If you use an adapter, extension power cable, or power strip, ensure to consult with its installation
and/or grounding instructions.
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1-2 ProductSpecications
CPU Support for Intel® Core™ i7 processors/Intel® Core™ i5 processors/Intel® Core™
i3 processors/Intel® Pentium® processors/Intel® Celeron® processors in the
LGA1151 package
(Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.)
L3 cache varies with CPU
Chipset Intel® Z170 Express Chipset
Memory 4xDDR4DIMMsocketssupportingupto64GBofsystemmemory
* Due to a Windows 32-bit operating system limitation, when more than 4 GB of physical
memory is installed, the actual memory size displayed will be less than the size of
the physical memory installed.
Dual channel memory architecture
SupportforDDR42400/2133MHzmemorymodules
Supportfor ECCUn-bufferedDIMM1Rx8/2Rx8memory modules (operatein
non-ECC mode)
Supportfornon-ECCUn-bufferedDIMM1Rx8/2Rx8/1Rx16memorymodules
SupportforExtremeMemoryProle(XMP)memorymodules
(Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory
modules.)
Onboard
Graphics
Integrated Graphics Processor-Intel® HD Graphics support:
- 1 x HDMI port, supporting a maximum resolution of 4096x2160@24 Hz
* Support for HDMI 1.4 version.
- 1 x Mini-DisplayPort, supporting a maximum resolution of 4096x2304@60 Hz
* Support for DisplayPort 1.2 version.
Intel® Thunderbolt™ 3 Controller:
- 1 x Intel® Thunderbolt™ 3 connector, supporting DisplayPort and Thunderbolt™
video outputs and a maximum resolution of 4096x2304@60 Hz
* 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
Expressdevicesbeinginstalled.(RefertoChapter1-7,“BackPanelConnectors,”
for more information.)
* Support for DisplayPort 1.2 version.
Maximum shared memory of 512 MB
Audio Realtek® ALC892 codec
HighDenitionAudio
2/4/5.1/7.1-channel
Support for S/PDIF Out
LAN Intel® GbE LAN chip (10/100/1000 Mbit)
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.
1 x PCI Express x16 slot, running at x4 (PCIEX4)
* The PCIEX4 slot shares bandwidth with the SATA3 0/1 connectors. When the PCIEX4
slot is installed with a x4 or above card, the SATA 3 0/1 connectors become unavailable.
3 x PCI Express x1 slots
(All of the PCI Express slots conform to PCI Express 3.0 standard.)
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Multi-Graphics
Technology
Support for NVIDIA® Quad-GPU SLI™ and 2-Way NVIDIA® SLI™ technologies
Support for AMD Quad-GPU CrossFireX™ and 2-Way AMD CrossFire™ technologies
Storage Interface Chipset:
- 1 x M.2 connector (Socket 3, M key, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 SATA and
PCIe x4/x2 SSD support)
- 1 x U.2 connector
- 2 x SATA Express connectors
- 6 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors
- SupportforRAID0,RAID1,RAID5,andRAID10
* Referto"1-8InternalConnectors,"fortheinstallationnoticesfortheU.2,M.2,SATA
Express, and SATA connectors.
USB Chipset+Intel® Thunderbolt™ 3 Controller:
- 1 x USB Type-C™ port on the back panel, with USB 3.1 support
- 1 x USB 3.1 Type-A port (red) on the back panel
Chipset:
- 6 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports (4 ports on the back panel, 2 ports available through
the internal USB header)
- 6 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (2 ports on the back panel, 4 ports available through
the internal USB headers)
Internal
Connectors
1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector
1 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector
1 x U.2 connector
1 x M.2 Socket 3 connector
2 x SATA Express connectors
6 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors
1 x CPU fan header
1 x water cooling fan/pump header (CPU_OPT_PUMP)
2 x system fan headers
1 x system fan/water cooling pump header (SYS_FAN2_PUMP)
1 x front panel header
1 x front panel audio header
1 x USB 3.0/2.0 header
2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers
1 x S/PDIF Out header
1 x Trusted Platform Module (TPM) header
1 x Thunderbolt™ add-in card connector
1 x Clear CMOS jumper
Back Panel
Connectors
1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse port
1 x Thunderbolt™ 3 connector
1 x USB 3.1 Type-A port (red)
1 x Mini-DisplayPort In port
1 x Mini-DisplayPort
1 x HDMI port
4 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports
2 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports
1xRJ-45port
1 x optical S/PDIF Out connector
5x audio jacks (Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out, Rear Speaker Out, Line In,
Line Out, Mic In)
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I/O Controller iTE® I/O Controller Chip
Hardware
Monitor
System voltage detection
CPU/System/Chipset temperature detection
CPU/CPU OPT/System fan (pump) speed detection
CPU/System/Chipset overheating warning
CPU/CPU OPT/System fan (pump) fail warning
CPU/CPU OPT/System fan (pump) speed control
* Whether the speed control function is supported will depend on the fan (pump) you
install.
BIOS 2x128Mbitash
Use of licensed AMI UEFI BIOS
Support for DualBIOS™
PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.7, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 5.0
Unique Features Support for APP Center
* Available applications in APP Center may vary by motherboard model. Supported
functionsofeachapplicationmayalsovarydependingonmotherboardspecications.
- 3D OSD
- @BIOS
- AutoGreen
- BIOS Setup
- Color Temperature
- Cloud Station
- EasyTune
- EasyRAID
- Fast Boot
- ON/OFF Charge
- Platform Power Management
- Smart TimeLock
- Smart Keyboard
- Smart Backup
- System Information Viewer
- USB Blocker
- V-Tuner
Support for Q-Flash
Support for Smart Switch
Support for Xpress Install
Bundled
Software
Norton® Internet Security (OEM version)
Intel®SmartResponseTechnology
cFosSpeed
Operating
System
Support for Windows 10/8.1 64-bit
Support for Windows 7 32-bit/64-bit
* Pleasedownloadthe"WindowsUSBInstallationTool"fromGIGABYTE'swebsite
and install it before installing Windows 7.
Form Factor ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 24.4cm
*GIGABYTEreservestherighttomakeanychangestotheproductspecicationsandproduct-relatedinformationwithout
prior notice.
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1-3 Installing the CPU
ReadthefollowingguidelinesbeforeyoubegintoinstalltheCPU:
•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.
•SettheCPUhostfrequencyinaccordancewiththeCPUspecications.Itisnotrecommended
thatthesystembusfrequencybesetbeyondhardwarespecicationssinceitdoesnotmeetthe
standard requirements for the peripherals. If you wish to set the frequency beyond the standard
specications,pleasedosoaccordingtoyourhardwarespecicationsincludingtheCPU,graphics
card, memory, hard drive, etc.
Installing the CPU
Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the CPU.
Do not remove the CPU socket cover before inserting the CPU. It may pop off from the load
plate automatically during the process of re-engaging the lever after you insert the CPU.
1-4 Installing the Memory
Readthefollowingguidelinesbeforeyoubegintoinstallthememory:
•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.
Alignment
Key
Alignment
Key
LGA1151 CPU Socket
Pin One Corner of the CPU Socket
DualChannelMemoryConguration
This motherboard provides four memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. After the memory
isinstalled,theBIOSwillautomaticallydetectthespecicationsandcapacityofthememory.EnablingDual
Channel memory mode will double the original memory bandwidth.
LGA1151 CPU
Triangle Pin One Marking on the CPU
Notch
Notch
Please visit GIGABYTE's website for details on hardware installation.
Please visit GIGABYTE's website for
support lists of CPU, memory modules,
SSDs, M.2, and U.2 devices.
Please visit the Support\Utility List
page on GIGABYTE's website to
download the latest version of apps.
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1-5 Installing an Expansion Card
Readthefollowingguidelinesbeforeyoubegintoinstallanexpansioncard:
•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.
B. Connecting the Graphics Cards
Step 1:
Observethestepsin"1-5InstallinganExpansionCard"andinstallCrossFiregraphicscardsonthePCIEX16
and PCIEX8 slots.
Step 2:
Insert the CrossFire(Note)/SLI bridge connectors in the CrossFire/SLI gold edge connectors on top of the cards.
Step 3:
Plug the display cable into the graphics card on the PCIEX16 slot.
1-6 Setting up AMD CrossFire™/NVIDIA® SLI™Conguration
A. System Requirements
-Windows 10/8.1/7 operating system
-A CrossFire/SLI-supported motherboard with two or more PCI Express x16 slots and correct driver
-CrossFire/SLI-ready graphics cards of identical brand and chip and correct driver
-CrossFire(Note)/SLI bridge connectors
-Apowersupplywithsufcientpowerisrecommended(Refertothemanualofyourgraphicscardsforthe
power requirement)
(Note) The bridge connector(s) may be needed or not depending on your graphics cards.
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 and installed in the same colored sockets.
The four memory sockets are divided into two channels and each channel has two memory sockets as following:
ChannelA:DDR4_2,DDR4_4
ChannelB:DDR4_1,DDR4_3
DualChannelMemoryCongurationsTable
DDR4_4 DDR4_2 DDR4_3 DDR4_1
2 Modules - - DS/SS - - DS/SS
DS/SS - - DS/SS - -
4 Modules DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS
(SS=Single-Sided,DS=Double-Sided,"--"=NoMemory)
C.ConguringtheGraphicsCardDriver
C-1. To Enable CrossFire Function
After installing the graphics card driver in the operating system, go to the AMD Catalyst Control Center.
Browse to Performance\AMD CrossFireX™ and ensure the Enable AMD CrossFireX check box is selected.
Procedure and driver screen for enabling CrossFire/SLI technology may differ by graphics cards and driver
version.RefertothemanualthatcamewithyourgraphicscardsformoreinformationaboutenablingCrossFire/
SLI technology.
C-2. To Enable SLI Function
After installing the graphics card driver in the operating system, go to the NVIDIA Control Panel. Browse to the
CongureSLI,Surround,Physx screen and ensure Maximize 3D performance is enabled.
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1-7 Back Panel Connectors
USB 2.0/1.1 Port
TheUSBportsupportstheUSB2.0/1.1specication.UsethisportforUSBdevices.
PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse Port
Use this port to connect a PS/2 mouse or keyboard.
Thunderbolt™ 3 Connector
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 six 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 Peripherals\Intel(R) Thunderbolt in BIOS
Setup. The maximum supported resolution is 4096x2304@60 Hz when using a DisplayPort monitor, but the
actual resolutions supported are dependent on the monitor being used. Also, the connector is reversible
andsupportstheUSB3.1specicationandiscompatibletotheUSB3.0/2.0specication.Youcanuse
this port for USB devices, too.
USB 3.1 Type-A Port (Red)
TheUSB3.1portsupportstheUSB3.1specicationandiscompatibletotheUSB3.0/2.0/1.1specication.
Use this port for USB devices.
Mini-DisplayPort In Port (White)
TheDisplayPortInportoffersvediooutputstothemotherboard.RefertotheThunderbolt™ 3 Connector
for more information.
Mini-DisplayPort
DisplayPort delivers high quality digital imaging and audio, supporting bi-directional audio transmission.
DisplayPort can support both DPCP and HDCP content protection mechanisms. You can use this port
to connect your Mini-DisplayPort-supported monitor. Note: The DisplayPort Technology can support a
maximum resolution of 4096x2304@60 Hz but the actual resolutions supported depend on the monitor
being used.
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Follow the steps below to install the DisplayPort or Thunderbolt™ devices:
Step 1:
Connect the included DisplayPort cable (or Mini-
DisplayPort cable) from the graphics card to the
DisplayPort In port on the back panel.
Step 2:
Then connect the DisplayPort or Thunderbolt™
deviecs to Thunderbolt™ 3 connector to complete.
•Whenremovingthecableconnectedtoabackpanelconnector,rstremovethecablefromyour
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.
RJ-45 LAN Port
The Gigabit Ethernet LAN port provides Internet connection at up to 1 Gbps data rate. The following
describes the states of the LAN port LEDs.
If you want to install a Side Speaker, you need to retask either the Line in or Mic in jack to be Side
Speaker out through the audio driver. Please visit GIGABYTE's website for more software information.
After installing the HDMI/Mini-DisplayPort device, make sure to set the default sound playback
device to HDMI/Mini-DisplayPort. (The item name may differ depending on your operating system.)
USB 3.0/2.0 Port
TheUSB3.0portsupportstheUSB3.0specicationandiscompatibletotheUSB2.0/1.1specication.
Use this port for USB devices.
HDMI Port
The HDMI port is HDCP compliant and supports Dolby True HD and DTS HD
Master Audio formats. It also supports up to 192KHz/16bit 8-channel LPCM
audio output. You can use this port to connect your HDMI-supported monitor. The maximum supported
resolution is 4096x2160@24 Hz, but the actual resolutions supported are dependent on the monitor
being used.
Activity LED
Connection/
Speed LED
LAN Port
Activity LED:Connection/Speed LED:
State Description
Orange 1 Gbps data rate
Green 100 Mbps data rate
On 10 Mbps data rate
State Description
Blinking Data transmission or receiving is occurring
On No data transmission or receiving is occurring
Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out (Orange)
Usethisaudiojacktoconnectcenter/subwooferspeakersina5.1/7.1-channelaudioconguration.
Rear Speaker Out (Black)
Thisjackcanbeusedtoconnectrearspeakersina4/5.1/7.1-channelaudioconguration.
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 (Blue)
The line in jack. Use this audio jack for line in devices such as an optical drive, walkman, etc.
Line Out (Green)
Thelineoutjack.Thisjackcanbeusedtoconnectfrontspeakersina4/5.1/7.1-channelaudioconguration.
Mic In (Pink)
The Mic in jack.
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1-8 Internal Connectors
Readthefollowingguidelinesbeforeconnectingexternaldevices:
•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_2X4
2) ATX
3) CPU_FAN
4) SYS_FAN1/3
5) CPU_OPT_PUMP
6) SYS_FAN2_PUMP
7) SATA EXPRESS
8) SATA3 0/1/2/3/4/5
9) BAT
10) SPDIF_O
11) M2M_32G
12) U2_32G
13) F_PANEL
14) F_AUDIO
15) F_USB30
16) F_USB1/F_USB2
17) TPM
18) THB_C
19) CLR_CMOS
4
13 1961714
1
43
15
8
16
5
12
7
18
2
8
9
11
10
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DEBUG
PORT
G.QBOFM
131
2412
ATX
1/2) ATX_12V_2X4/ATX (2x4 12V Power Connector and 2x12 Main Power Connector)
With the use of the power connector, the power supply can supply enough stable power to all the components
onthemotherboard.Beforeconnectingthepowerconnector,rstmakesurethepowersupplyisturned
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:
Pin No. Denition Pin No. Denition
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 2x12-pin
ATX)
23 +5V (Only for 2x12-pin ATX)
12 3.3V (Only for 2x12-pin
ATX)
24 GND (Only for 2x12-pin
ATX)
ATX_12V_2X4:
Pin No. Denition Pin No. Denition
1GND (Only for 2x4-pin 12V) 5 +12V (Only for 2x4-pin 12V)
2GND (Only for 2x4-pin 12V) 6 +12V (Only for 2x4-pin 12V)
3GND 7 +12V
4GND 8 +12V
3/4) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN1/3 (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.
•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.
•Thesefanheadersarenotcongurationjumperblocks.Donotplaceajumpercapontheheaders.
CPU_FAN SYS_FAN1
DEBUG
PORT
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DEBUG
PORT
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DEBUG
PORT
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ATX_12V_2X4
41
85
CPU_FAN:
Pin No. Denition
1 GND
2 +12V
3 Sense
4 Speed Control
SYS_FAN1/3:
Pin No. Denition
1 GND
2 Speed Control
3 Sense
4 VCC
1
SYS_FAN3
DEBUG
PORT
G.QBOFM
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5/6) CPU_OPT_PUMP/SYS_FAN2_PUMP (Fan/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 headers also provide speed control
forwatercoolingpumps,refertoChapter2,"BIOSSetup,""M.I.T.,"formoreinformation.
Pin No. Denition
1 GND
2 Speed Control
3 Sense
4 Speed Control
DEBUG
PORT
G.QBOFM
1
7) SATA EXPRESS (SATA Express Connectors)
Each SATA Express connector supports a single SATA Express device.
8) 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®ChipsetsupportsRAID0,
RAID1,RAID5,andRAID10.RefertoChapter3,"ConguringaRAIDSet,"forinstructionsonconguring
aRAIDarray.
Pin No. Denition
1 GND
2 TXP
3 TXN
4 GND
5RXN
6RXP
7 GND
Toenablehot-pluggingfortheSATAports,refertoChapter2,"BIOSSetup,""Peripherals\SATA
Conguration,"formoreinformation.
F_USB30 F_U
B_
F_ F_
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B
BS_
B
SB_
B
_S
S_
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B
_U
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B
S
123
123
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123
1
1
1
1
BSS
S
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SSU
1 2 3
S3 BSSS U
__ 3
F_USB3F
S _
S _
S _
SF
B_
B_
F
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S
S
_0F
_F
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U
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1
1
SATA3
SATA3 5 4
1 0
2
3
F_USB30 F_U
B_
F_ F_
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B
BS_
B
SB_
B
_S
S_
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B
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B
S
123
123
123
123
1
1
1
1
BSS
S
_S
SSU
1 2 3
S3 BSSS U
__ 3
F_USB3F
S _
S _
S _
SF
B_
B_
F
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7
7
71
71
DEBUG
PORT
G.QBOFM
DEBUG
PORT
G.QBOFM
DEBUG
PORT
G.QBOFM
1
SYS_FAN2_PUMP
CPU_OPT_PUMP
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9) BAT (Battery)
Thebatteryprovidespowertokeepthevalues(suchasBIOScongurations,date,andtimeinformation)
intheCMOSwhenthecomputeristurnedoff.Replacethebatterywhenthebatteryvoltagedropstoalow
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. Replacethebattery.
4. Plug in the power cord and restart your computer.
•Always turn off your computer and unplug the power cord before replacing the battery.
•Replacethebatterywithanequivalentone.Dangerofexplosionifthebatteryisreplacedwith
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.
10) SPDIF_O (S/PDIF Out Header)
This header supports digital S/PDIF Out and connects a S/PDIF digital audio cable (provided by expansion
cards) for digital audio output from your motherboard to certain expansion cards like graphics cards and
sound cards. For example, some graphics cards may require you to use a S/PDIF digital audio cable for
digital audio output from your motherboard to your graphics card if you wish to connect an HDMI display
to the graphics card and have digital audio output from the HDMI display at the same time. For information
about connecting the S/PDIF digital audio cable, carefully read the manual for your expansion card.
Pin No. Denition
1 SPDIFO
2 GND
1
11) M2M_32G (M.2 Socket 3 Connector)
TheM.2connectorsupportsM.2SATASSDsandM.2PCIeSSDsandsupportRAIDcongurationthrough
the Intel®Chipset.PleasenotethatanM.2PCIeSSDcannotbeusedtocreateaRAIDseteitherwith
anM.2SATASSDoraSATAharddrive.TocreateaRAIDarraywithanM.2PCIeSSD,youmustsetup
thecongurationinUEFIBIOSmode.RefertoChapter3,"ConguringaRAIDSet,"forinstructionson
conguringaRAIDarray.
Select the proper hole for the M.2 SSD to be installed and refasten the screw and nut.
Follow the steps below to correctly install an M.2 SSD in the M.2 connector.
Step 1:
Use a screw driver to unfasten the screw and nut from the motherboard. Locate the proper mounting hole
fortheM.2SSDtobeinstalledandthenscrewthenutrst.
Step 2:
Slide the M.2 SSD into the connector at an angle.
Step 3:
Press the M.2 SSD down and then secure it with the screw.
F_USB30 F_U
B_
F_ F_
_
B
BS_
B
SB_
B
_S
S_
_
B
_U
_
B
S
123
123
123
123
1
1
1
1
BSS
S
_S
SSU
1 2 3
S3 BSSS U
__ 3
F_USB3F
S _
S _
S _
SF
B_
B_
F
_0
S
S
_0F
_F
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U
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12) U2_32G (U.2 Connector)
The U.2 connector supports a single U.2 device. Please note that an U.2 SSD cannot be used to create
aRAIDseteitherwithanM.2SATASSDoraSATAharddrive.TocreateaRAIDarraywithanU.2SSD,
youmustsetupthecongurationinUEFIBIOSmode.RefertoChapter3,"ConguringaRAIDSet,"for
instructionsonconguringaRAIDarray.
F_USB30 F_U
B_
F_ F_
_
B
BS_
B
SB_
B
_S
S_
_
B
_U
_
B
S
123
123
123
123
1
1
1
1
BSS
S
_S
SSU
1 2 3
S3 BSSS U
__ 3
F_USB3F
S _
S _
S _
SF
B_
B_
F
_0
S
S
_0F
_F
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InstallationNoticesforthePCIEX4,U2_32G,M2M_32G,SATA,SATAExpressConnectors:
Due to the limited number of lanes provided by the Chipset, the availability of the SATA connectors and their
accompanying SATA Express connectors may be affected by the type of devices installed in the PCIEX4, U2_32G,
and M2M_32G connectors. The following tables provide details on the availability of the SATA and SATA Express
connectors when one, two, or all three of the PCIEX4, U2_32G, and M2M_32G connectors are populated.
Connector Device Installed
Availability of the SATA and SATA Express connectors
SATA3 0 SATA3 1 SATA3 2 SATA3 3 SATA3 4 SATA3 5
SATA Express - SATA Express
PCIEX4 PCIe x4 SSD(Note 1) r r aaaa
r-a
PCIe x2 SSD(Note 2) aaaaaa
a-a
Other PCIe Devices
(Note 2)
aaaaaa
a-a
U2_32G U.2 SSD a a r r a a
a-a
M2M_32G M.2 PCIe x4 SSD aaaa r r
a-r
M.2 PCIe x2 SSD aaaar r
a-r
M.2 SATA SSD aaaa r r
a-r
Table1:WhenonlyoneofPCIEX4,U2_32G,andM2M_32Gispopulated
Example: When M2M_32G is installed with a SATA-based SSD and PCIEX4, U2_32G are empty, SATA
ports 4,5 and their accompanying SATA Express connector become unavailable.
(Note 1) When PCIEX4 is installed with a PCIe x4 SSD, the SATA3 0/1 connectors become unavailable.
(Note2) OtherPCIedevicesincludePCIegraphicscards,LANcards,TVcards,RAIDcards,Wi-Ficards,etc.
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Connectors Conguration
Availability of the SATA and SATA Express connectors
SATA3 0 SATA3 1 SATA3 2 SATA3 3 SATA3 4 SATA3 5
SATA Express - SATA Express
PCIEX4+U2_32G PCIe x4 SSD+U.2 SSD rrrra a
r-a
PCIe x2 SSD+U.2 SSD a a r r a a
a-a
Other PCIe devices+U.2 SSD a a r r a a
a-a
PCIEX4+M2M_32G PCIe x4 SSD+M.2 PCIe x4 SSD r r a a r r
r-r
PCIe x4 SSD+M.2 PCIe x2 SSD r r a a r r
r-r
PCIe x4 SSD+M.2 SATA SSD r r a a r r
r-r
PCIe x2 SSD+M.2 PCIe x4 SSD aaaar r
a-r
PCIe x2 SSD+M.2 PCIe x2 SSD aaaar r
a-r
PCIe x2 SSD+M.2 SATA SSD aaaa r r
a-r
Other PCIe devices+M.2 PCIe x4 SSD aaaar r
a-r
Other PCIe devices+M.2 PCIe x2 SSD aaaar r
a-r
Other PCIe devices+M.2 SATA SSD aaaar r
a-r
M2M_32G+U2_32G M.2 PCIe x4 SSD+U.2 SSD a a r r r r
a-r
M.2 PCIe x2 SSD+U.2 SSD a a r r r r
a-r
M.2 SATA SSD+U.2 SSD a a r r r r
a-r
Table2:WhentwoofPCIEX4,U2_32G,andM2M_32Garepopulated
Example: When PCIEX4 is installed with a PCIe x2 SSD, M2M_32G with an M.2 PCIe x2 SSD, and U2_32G
with no device, SATA ports 4,5 and their accompanying SATA Express connector become unavailable.
(Note 1) When PCIEX4 is installed with a PCIe x4 SSD, the SATA3 0/1 connectors become unavailable.
(Note2) OtherPCIedevicesincludePCIegraphicscards,LANcards,TVcards,RAIDcards,Wi-Ficards,etc.
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(Note 1) When PCIEX4 is installed with a PCIe x4 SSD, the SATA3 0/1 connectors become unavailable.
(Note2) OtherPCIedevicesincludePCIegraphicscards,LANcards,TVcards,RAIDcards,Wi-Ficards,etc.
Conguration
Availability of the SATA/SATA Express connectors
SATA3 0 SATA3 1 SATA3 2 SATA3 3 SATA3 4 SATA3 5
SATA Express - SATA Express
PCIe x4 SSD+U.2 SSD+M.2 PCIe x4 SSD
rrrrrr
r-r
PCIe x4 SSD+U.2 SSD+M.2 PCIe x2 SSD rrrrrr
r-r
PCIe x4 SSD+U.2 SSD+M.2 SATA SSD rrrrrr
r-r
PCIe x2 SSD+U.2 SSD+M.2 PCIe x4 SSD a a r r r r
a-r
PCIe x2 SSD+U.2 SSD+M.2 PCIe x2 SSD a a r r r r
a-r
PCIe x2 SSD+U.2 SSD+M.2 SATA SSD a a r r r r
a-r
Other PCIe devices+U.2 SSD+M.2 PCIe x4 SSD a a r r r r
a-r
Other PCIe devices+U.2 SSD+M.2 PCIe x2 SSD a a r r r r
a-r
Other PCIe devices+U.2 SSD+M.2 SATA SSD a a r r r r
a-r
Table 3: When all three of PCIEX4,U2_32G,andM2M_32Garepopulated
Example: When PCIEX4 is installed with a PCIe device, U2_32G with an U.2 SSD, M2M_32G with an M.2 SATA
SSD, all SATA/SATA Express connectors become unavailable except for SATA ports 0, 1 and their
accompanying SATA Express connector.
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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.
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.
System Status LED
S0 On
S3/S4/S5 Off
•PW (Power Switch):
Connects to the power switch on the chassis front panel. You may
congurethewaytoturnoffyoursystemusingthepowerswitch(referto
Chapter2,"BIOSSetup,""PowerManagement,"formoreinformation).
•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.
•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).
•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 (ResetSwitch):
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.
Power LED
DEBUG
PORT
G.QBOFM
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-
NC
NC
14) F_AUDIO (Front Panel Audio Header)
ThefrontpanelaudioheadersupportsIntelHighDenitionaudio(HD)andAC'97audio.Youmayconnect
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.
For HD Front Panel Audio: For AC'97 Front Panel Audio:
•The front panel audio header supports HD audio by default.
•Audio signals will be present on both of the front and back panel audio connections simultaneously.
•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.
Pin No. Denition
1 MIC2_L
2 GND
3MIC2_R
4 -ACZ_DET
5LINE2_R
6 Sense
7 FAUDIO_JD
8 No Pin
9 LINE2_L
10 Sense
Pin No. Denition
1 MIC
2 GND
3 MIC Power
4 NC
5LineOut(R)
6 NC
7 NC
8 No Pin
9 Line Out (L)
10 NC
F_USB30 F_U
B_
F_ F_
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BS_
B
SB_
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S_
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_U
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1
1
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SSU
1 2 3
S3 BSSS U
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F_USB3F
S _
S _
S _
SF
B_
B_
F
_0
S
S
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9 1
10 2
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Pin No. Denition Pin No. Denition
1 VBUS 11 D2+
2SSRX1- 12 D2-
3SSRX1+ 13 GND
4 GND 14 SSTX2+
5 SSTX1- 15 SSTX2-
6 SSTX1+ 16 GND
7 GND 17 SSRX2+
8 D1- 18 SSRX2-
9 D1+ 19 VBUS
10 NC 20 No Pin
15) F_USB30 (USB 3.0/2.0 Header)
TheheaderconformstoUSB3.0/2.0specicationandcanprovidetwoUSBports.Forpurchasingthe
optional3.5"frontpanelthatprovidestwoUSB3.0/2.0ports,pleasecontactthelocaldealer.
F_USB30 F_U
B_
F_ F_
_
B
BS_
B
SB_
B
_S
S_
_
B
_U
_
B
S
123
123
123
123
1
1
1
1
BSS
S
_S
SSU
1 2 3
S3 BSSS U
__ 3
F_USB3F
S _
S _
S _
SF
B_
B_
F
_0
S
S
_0F
_F
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10
20 1
11
16) F_USB1/F_USB2 (USB 2.0/1.1 Headers)
TheheadersconformtoUSB2.0/1.1specication.EachUSBheadercanprovidetwoUSBportsviaan
optional USB bracket. For purchasing the optional USB bracket, please contact the local dealer.
Pin No. Denition Pin No. Denition
1 Power (5V) 6 USB DY+
2 Power (5V) 7 GND
3 USB DX- 8 GND
4 USB DY- 9 No Pin
5 USB DX+ 10 NC
•Do not plug the IEEE 1394 bracket (2x5-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.
DEBUG
PORT
G.QBOFM
10
9
2
1
20
19
2
1
F_USB30 F_U
B_
F_ F_
_
B
BS_
B
SB_
B
_S
S_
_
B
_U
_
B
S
123
123
123
123
1
1
1
1
BSS
S
_S
SSU
1 2 3
S3 BSSS U
__ 3
F_USB3F
S _
S _
S _
SF
B_
B_
F
_0
S
S
_0F
_F
_
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__B
U
S _S
17) TPM (Trusted Platform Module Header)
You may connect a TPM (Trusted Platform Module) to this header.
Pin No. Denition Pin No. Denition
1 LCLK 11 LAD0
2 GND 12 GND
3LFRAME 13 NC
4 No Pin 14 NC
5LRESET 15 SB3V
6 NC 16 SERIRQ
7 LAD3 17 GND
8 LAD2 18 NC
9 VCC3 19 NC
10 LAD1 20 SUSCLK
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18) THB_C (Thunderbolt™ Add-in Card Connector)
This connector is for a GIGABYTE Thunderbolt™ add-in card.
F_USB30 F_U
B_
F_ F_
_
B
BS_
B
SB_
B
_S
S_
_
B
_U
_
B
S
123
123
123
123
1
1
1
1
BSS
S
_S
SSU
1 2 3
S3 BSSS U
__ 3
F_USB3F
S _
S _
S _
SF
B_
B_
F
_0
S
S
_0F
_F
_
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__B
U
S _S
1
Supports a Thunderbolt™ add-in card.
19) CLR_CMOS (Clear CMOS Jumper)
UsethisjumpertocleartheBIOScongurationandresettheCMOSvaluestofactorydefaults.Toclear
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
manuallyconguretheBIOSsettings(refertoChapter2,"BIOSSetup,"forBIOScongurations).
Open: Normal
Short: Clear CMOS Values
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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
theusertomodifybasicsystemcongurationsettingsortoactivatecertainsystemfeatures.
When the power is turned off, the battery on the motherboard supplies the necessary power to the CMOS to
keepthecongurationvaluesintheCMOS.
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.
Chapter 2 BIOS Setup
•BecauseBIOSashingispotentiallyrisky,ifyoudonotencounterproblemsusingthecurrentversionofBIOS,it
isrecommendedthatyounotashtheBIOS.ToashtheBIOS,doitwithcaution.InadequateBIOSashingmay
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
cleartheCMOSvaluesandresettheboardtodefaultvalues.(Refertothe"LoadOptimizedDefaults"sectionin
this chapter or introductions of the battery/clear CMOS jumper in Chapter 1 for how to clear the CMOS values.)
2-1 Startup Screen
The following startup Logo screen will appear when the computer boots.
(Sample BIOS Version: F4a)
Function Keys
•When the system is not stable as usual, select the Load Optimized Defaults item to set your system to its defaults.
•The BIOS Setup menus described in this chapter are for reference only and may differ by BIOS version.
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2-2 M.I.T.
This section provides information on the BIOS version, CPU base clock, CPU frequency, memory frequency,
total memory size, CPU temperature and CPU voltage, etc.
Whether the system will work stably with the overclock/overvoltage settings you made is dependent on your overall
systemcongurations.Incorrectlydoingoverclock/overvoltagemayresultindamagetoCPU,chipset,ormemory
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.)
`M.I.T. Current Status
This screen provides information on CPU/memory frequencies/parameters.
`Advanced Frequency Settings
&Performance Upgrade (Note)
Providesyouwithvedifferentoverclockingcongurations.Optionsare:20%Upgrade,40%Upgrade,
60%Upgrade,80%Upgrade,100%Upgrade.(Default:Auto)
&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
specications.
&Host Clock Value
This value changes with the
CPU Base Clock
setting.
&Graphics Slice Ratio
AllowsyoutosettheGraphicsSliceRatio.
&Graphics UnSlice Ratio
AllowsyoutosettheGraphicsUnSliceRatio.
(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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(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.
&CPU Upgrade (Note)
Allows you to set the CPU frequency. Options may vary depending on the CPU being used. (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.
&CPU Frequency
Displays the current operating CPU frequency.
&FCLK Frequency for Early Power On
Allows you to set the FCLK frequency. Options are: Normal(800Mhz), 1GHz, 400MHz. (Default: Normal
(800Mhz))
`Advanced CPU Core Settings
&CPUClockRatio,CPUFrequency,FCLKFrequencyforEarlyPowerOn
The settings above are synchronous to those under the same items on the Advanced Frequency Settings
menu.
&Uncore Ratio
Allows you to set the CPU Uncore ratio. The adjustable range is dependent on the CPU being used.
&Uncore Frequency
Displays the current CPU Uncore frequency.
&CPU Flex Ratio Override
EnablesordisablestheCPUFlexRatio.ThemaximumCPUclockratiowillbebasedontheCPU Flex
Ratio Settings value if CPU Clock Ratio is set to Auto. (Default: Disabled)
&CPU Flex Ratio Settings
AllowsyoutosettheCPUFlexRatio.TheadjustablerangemayvarybyCPU.(Default:20)
&Intel(R) Turbo Boost Technology (Note)
Allows you to determine whether to enable the Intel® CPU Turbo Boost technology. Auto lets the BIOS
automaticallycongurethissetting.(Default:Auto)
&Turbo Ratio (Note)
Allows you to set the CPU Turbo ratios for different number of active cores. Auto sets the CPU Turbo ratios
accordingtotheCPUspecications.(Default:Auto)
&Power Limit TDP (Watts) / Power Limit Time
AllowsyoutosetthepowerlimitforCPUTurbomodeandhowlongittakestooperateatthespecied
powerlimit.Ifthespeciedvalueisexceeded,theCPUwillautomaticallyreducethecorefrequencyin
order to reduce the power. AutosetsthepowerlimitaccordingtotheCPUspecications.(Default:Auto)
&Core Current Limit (Amps)
AllowsyoutosetacurrentlimitforCPUTurbomode.WhentheCPUcurrentexceedsthespeciedcurrent
limit, the CPU will automatically reduce the core frequency in order to reduce the current. Auto sets the
powerlimitaccordingtotheCPUspecications.(Default:Auto)
&No. of CPU Cores Enabled (Note)
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). AutoletstheBIOSautomaticallycongurethissetting.(Default:Auto)
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(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.
&Hyper-Threading Technology (Note)
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.
AutoletstheBIOSautomaticallycongurethissetting.(Default:Auto)
&CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) (Note)
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. AutoletstheBIOSautomaticallycongurethissetting.(Default:Auto)
&C3 State Support (Note)
Allows you to determine whether to let the CPU enter C3 mode in system halt state. When enabled, the
CPU core frequency and voltage will be reduced during system halt state to decrease power consumption.
The C3 state is a more enhanced power-saving state than C1. AutoletstheBIOSautomaticallycongure
this setting. (Default: Auto)
&C6/C7 State Support (Note)
Allows you to determine whether to let the CPU enter C6/C7 mode in system halt state. When enabled, the
CPU core frequency and voltage will be reduced during system halt state to decrease power consumption.
The C6/C7 state is a more enhanced power-saving state than C3. AutoletstheBIOSautomaticallycongure
this setting. (Default: Auto)
&C8 State Support (Note)
Allows you to determine whether to let the CPU enter C8 mode in system halt state. When enabled, the CPU
core frequency and voltage will be reduced during system halt state to decrease power consumption. The
C8 state is a more enhanced power-saving state than C6/C7. AutoletstheBIOSautomaticallycongure
this setting. (Default: Auto)
&Package C State Limit (Note)
Allows you to specify the C-state limit for the processor. AutoletstheBIOSautomaticallycongurethis
setting. (Default: Auto)
&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
automaticallycongurethissetting.(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. AutoletstheBIOSautomaticallycongurethissetting.
(Default: Auto)
&Voltage Optimization
Allows you to determine whether to enable voltage optimization to reduce power consumption. (Default:
Enabled)
&Residency State Regulation (RSR)
Allows you to determine whether to automatically lower the CPU turbo ratio if the CPU voltage/temperature
is too high. (Default: Enabled)
&Hardware Prefetcher
Allows you to determine whether to enable hardware prefetcher to prefetch data and instructions from the
memory into the cache. (Default: Enabled)
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&Adjacent Cache Line Prefetch
Allows you to determine whether to enable the adjacent cache line prefetch mechanism that lets the
processor retrieve the requested cache line as well as the subsequent cache line. (Default: Enabled)
&ExtremeMemoryProle(X.M.P.)(Note)
Allows the BIOS to read the SPD data on XMP memory module(s) to enhance memory performance when
enabled.
Disabled Disables this function. (Default)
Prole1 UsesProle1settings.
Prole2(Note) UsesProle2settings.
&System Memory Multiplier
Allows you to set the system memory multiplier. Auto sets memory multiplier according to memory SPD
data. (Default: Auto)
&Memory Frequency (MHz)
Therstmemoryfrequencyvalueisthenormaloperatingfrequencyofthememorybeingused;thesecond
is the memory frequency that is automatically adjusted according to the System Memory Multiplier settings.
`Advanced Memory Settings
&ExtremeMemoryProle(X.M.P.)(Note),SystemMemoryMultiplier,MemoryFrequency(MHz)
The settings above are synchronous to those under the same items on the Advanced Frequency Settings
menu.
&Memory Boot Mode (Note)
Provides memory detection and training methods.
Auto LetstheBIOSautomaticallycongurethissetting.(Default)
EnableFastBoot Skipmemorydetectionandtraininginsomespeciccriteriaforfastermemory
boot.
Disable Fast Boot Detect and train memory at every single boot.
&Memory Enhancement Settings
Providesseveralmemoryperformanceenhancementsettings:Normal(basicperformance),RelaxOC,
Enhanced Stability, and Enhanced Performance. (Default: Normal)
&Memory Timing Mode
Manual and Advanced Manual allows the Memory Multiplier Tweaker, Channel Interleaving, Rank
Interleaving,andmemorytimingsettingsbelowtobecongurable.Optionsare:Auto(default),Manual,
Advanced Manual.
&ProleDDRVoltage
When using a non-XMP memory module or ExtremeMemoryProle(X.M.P.) is set to Disabled, the
valueisdisplayedaccordingtoyourmemoryspecication.WhenExtremeMemoryProle(X.M.P.) is set
to Prole1 or Prole2, the value is displayed according to the SPD data on the XMP memory.
&Memory Multiplier Tweaker
Provides different levels of memory auto-tuning. (Default: Auto)
&Channel Interleaving
Enables or disables memory channel interleaving. Enabled allows the system to simultaneously access
different channels of the memory to increase memory performance and stability. Auto lets the BIOS
automaticallycongurethissetting.(Default:Auto)
(Note) This item is present only when you install a CPU and a memory module that support this feature.
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&Rank Interleaving
Enables or disables memory rank interleaving. Enabled allows the system to simultaneously access different
ranks of the memory to increase memory performance and stability. Auto lets the BIOS automatically
congurethissetting.(Default:Auto)
`IMC Timing Settings
This sub-menu provides options for tuning memory compatibility and stability.
`Channel A/B Memory Sub Timings
This sub-menu provides memory timing settings for each channel of memory. The respective timing setting
screensarecongurableonlywhenMemory Timing Mode is set to Manual or Advanced Manual. Note: Your
system may become unstable or fail to boot after you make changes on the memory timings. If this occurs,
please reset the board to default values by loading optimized defaults or clearing the CMOS values.
`Advanced Voltage Settings
`Advanced Power Settings
&CPU Vcore Loadline Calibration
AllowsyoutocongureLoad-LineCalibrationfortheCPUVcorevoltage.Selectingahigherlevelkeeps
the CPU Vcore voltage more consistent with what is set in BIOS under heavy load. Auto lets the BIOS
automaticallycongurethissettingandsetsthevoltagefollowingIntel'sspecications.(Default:Auto)
&VAXG Loadline Calibration
AllowsyoutocongureLoad-LineCalibrationfortheCPUVAXGvoltage.Selectingahigherlevelkeeps
the CPU VAXG voltage more consistent with what is set in BIOS under heavy load. Auto lets the BIOS
automaticallycongurethissettingandsetsthevoltagefollowingIntel'sspecications.(Default:Auto)
`CPU Core Voltage Control
This section provides CPU voltage control options.
`Chipset Voltage Control
This section provides Chipset voltage control options.
`DRAM Voltage Control
This section provides memory voltage control options.
`Internal VR Control
ThissectionprovidesVRvoltagecontroloptions.
`PC Health Status
&Reset Case Open Status
Disabled Keeps or clears the record of previous chassis intrusion status. (Default)
Enabled Clears the record of previous chassis intrusion status and the Case Openeldwill
show"No"atnextboot.
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&Case Open
Displays the detection status of the chassis intrusion detection device attached to the motherboard CI
header.Ifthesystemchassiscoverisremoved,thiseldwillshow"Yes",otherwiseitwillshow"No".To
clear the chassis intrusion status record, set Reset Case Open Status to Enabled, save the settings to
the CMOS, and then restart your system.
&CPU Vcore/CPU VRIN/DRAM Channel A/B Voltage/+3.3V/+5V/+12V/CPU VAXG
Displays the current system voltages.
&OTP Extreme
Allows you determine whether to increase the temperature protection threshold. (Default: Disabled)
`Miscellaneous Settings
&Max Link Speed
Allows you to set the operation mode of the PCI Express slots to Gen 1, Gen 2, or Gen 3. Actual operation
modeissubjecttothehardwarespecicationofeachslot.AutoletstheBIOSautomaticallycongurethis
setting. (Default: Auto)
&3DMark01 Enhancement
Allows you to determine whether to enhance some legacy benchmark performance. (Default: Disabled)
`Smart Fan Settings
&Monitor
Allows you to select a target to monitor and to make further adjustment. (Default: CPU)
&CPU Temperature
Displays current CPU temperature.
&1st System Temperature
Displays current System temperature.
&2nd System Temperature/3rd System Temperature
Displays current Chipset temperature.
&FanSpeed(CPU_FAN,CPU_OPT_PUMP,SYS_FAN1,SYS_FAN2_PUMP,andSYS_FAN3
Connectors)
Displays current CPU/CPU water cooling/system/system fan/pump fan speeds.
&CPU/System/PCH Temperature Warning
Sets the warning threshold for CPU/system/Chipset temperature. When temperature exceeds the threshold,
BIOS will emit warning sound. Options are: Disabled (default), 60oC/140oF, 70oC/158oF, 80oC/176oF,
90oC/194oF.
&CPU/CPU OPT/Pump/System 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)
&CPU Fan Speed Control (CPU_FAN Connector)
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 CPU 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 control the fan speed in the curve graph.
Full Speed Allows the fan to run at full speeds.
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&CPU OPT/Pump Fan Control Mode
Auto Lets the BIOS automatically detect the type of fan/pump installed and sets the optimal
control mode. (Default)
Voltage Voltage mode is recommended for a 3-pin fan/pump. (Default)
PWM PWM mode is recommended for a 4-pin fan/pump.
&CPU OPT/Pump Fan Speed Control (CPU_OPT_PUMP Connector)
Allows you to determine whether to enable the fan/pump speed control function and adjust the fan/pump
speed.
Normal Allows the fan/pump to run at different speeds according to the CPU temperature. You
can adjust the fan/pump speed with System Information Viewer based on your system
requirements. (Default)
Silent Allows the fan/pump to run at slow speeds.
Manual Allows you to control the fan/pump speed in the curve graph.
Full Speed Allows the fan/pump to run at full speeds.
&1st System Fan Speed Control (SYS_FAN1 Connector)
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 system 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 control the fan speed in the curve graph.
Full Speed Allows the fan to run at full speeds.
&2nd System Fan/Pump Control Mode (SYS_FAN2_PUMP Connector)
Auto Lets the BIOS automatically detect the type of fan/pump installed and sets the optimal
control mode.
Voltage Voltage mode is recommended for a 3-pin fan/pump. (Default)
PWM PWM mode is recommended for a 4-pin fan/pump.
&2nd System Fan/Pump Speed Control (SYS_FAN2_PUMP Connector)
Allows you to determine whether to enable the fan/pump speed control function and adjust the fan/pump
speed.
Normal Allows the fan/pump to run at different speeds according to the system temperature.
You can adjust the fan/pump speed with System Information Viewer based on your
system requirements. (Default)
Silent Allows the fan/pump to run at slow speeds.
Manual Allows you to control the fan speed in the curve graph.
Full Speed Allows the fan/pump to run at full speeds.
&3rd System Fan Speed Control (SYS_FAN3 Connector)
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 system 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 control the fan speed in the curve graph.
Full Speed Allows the fan to run at full speeds.
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2-3 System
This section provides information on your motherboard model and BIOS version. You can also select the default
language used by the BIOS and manually set the system time.
&System Language
Selects the default language used by the BIOS.
&System Date
Sets the system date. The date format is week (read-only), month, date, and year. Use <Enter> to switch
betweentheMonth,Date,andYeareldsandusethe<PageUp>or<PageDown>keytosetthedesired
value.
&System Time
Sets the system time. The time format is hour, minute, and second. For example, 1 p.m. is 13:00:00. Use
<Enter>toswitchbetweentheHour,Minute,andSecondeldsandusethe<PageUp>or<PageDown>
key to set the desired value.
&Access Level
Displays the current access level depending on the type of password protection used. (If no password is
set, the default will display as Administrator.) The Administrator level allows you to make changes to all
BIOS settings; the User level only allows you to make changes to certain BIOS settings but not all.
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2-4 BIOS
&Boot Option Priorities
Speciestheoverallbootorderfromtheavailabledevices.RemovablestoragedevicesthatsupportGPT
formatwillbeprexedwith"UEFI:"stringonthebootdevicelist.Tobootfromanoperatingsystemthat
supportsGPTpartitioning,selectthedeviceprexedwith"UEFI:"string.
Or if you want to install an operating system that supports GPT partitioning such as Windows 7 64-bit, select
theopticaldrivethatcontainstheWindows764-bitinstallationdiskandisprexedwith"UEFI:"string.
& Hard Drive/CD/DVD ROM Drive/Floppy Drive/Network Device BBS Priorities
Speciesthebootorderforaspecicdevicetype,suchasharddrives,opticaldrives,oppydiskdrives,
and devices that support Boot from LAN function, etc. Press <Enter> on this item to enter the submenu that
presents the devices of the same type that are connected. This item is present only if at least one device
for this type is installed.
&Bootup NumLock State
Enables or disables Numlock feature on the numeric keypad of the keyboard after the POST. (Default: On)
&Security Option
Specieswhetherapasswordisrequiredeverytimethesystemboots,oronlywhenyouenterBIOSSetup.
Afterconguringthisitem,setthepassword(s)undertheAdministrator Password/User Password item.
Setup A password is only required for entering the BIOS Setup program.
System A password is required for booting the system and for entering the BIOS Setup
program. (Default)
&Full Screen LOGO Show
Allows you to determine whether to display the GIGABYTE Logo at system startup. Disabled skips the
GIGABYTE Logo when the system starts up. (Default: Enabled)
&Fast Boot
Enables or disables Fast Boot to shorten the OS boot process. Ultra Fast provides the fastest bootup
speed. (Default: Disabled)
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&SATA Support
All Sata Devices All SATA devices are functional in the operating system and during the POST.
(Default)
Last Boot HDD Only Except for the previous boot drive, all SATA devices are disabled before the OS
boot process completes.
ThisitemiscongurableonlywhenFast Boot is set to Enabled or Ultra Fast.
&VGA Support
Allows you to select which type of operating system to boot.
Auto EnableslegacyoptionROMonly.
EFIDriver EnablesEFIoptionROM.(Default)
ThisitemiscongurableonlywhenFast Boot is set to Enabled or Ultra Fast.
&USB Support
Disabled All USB devices are disabled before the OS boot process completes.
Full Initial All USB devices are functional in the operating system and during the POST.
Partial Initial Part of the USB devices are disabled before the OS boot process completes.
(Default)
ThisitemiscongurableonlywhenFast Boot is set to Enabled. This function is disabled when Fast Boot
is set to Ultra Fast.
&PS2 Devices Support
Disabled All PS/2 devices are disabled before the OS boot process completes.
Enabled All PS/2 devices are functional in the operating system and during the POST.
(Default)
ThisitemiscongurableonlywhenFast Boot is set to Enabled. This function is disabled when Fast Boot
is set to Ultra Fast.
&NetWork Stack Driver Support
Disabled Disables booting from the network. (Default)
Enabled Enables booting from the network.
ThisitemiscongurableonlywhenFast Boot is set to Enabled or Ultra Fast.
&Next Boot After AC Power Loss
Normal Boot Enables normal bootup upon the return of the AC power. (Default)
Fast Boot Keeps the Fast Boot settings upon the return of the AC power.
ThisitemiscongurableonlywhenFast Boot is set to Enabled or Ultra Fast.
&Windows 8/10 Features
Allows you to select the operating system to be installed. (Default: Other OS)
&CSM Support
Enables or disables UEFI CSM (Compatibility Support Module) to support a legacy PC boot process.
Enabled Enables UEFI CSM. (Default)
Disabled Disables UEFI CSM and supports UEFI BIOS boot process only.
ThisitemiscongurableonlywhenWindows 8/10 Features is set to Windows 8/10 or Windows 8/10
WHQL.
&LAN PXE Boot Option ROM
AllowsyoutoselectwhethertoenablethelegacyoptionROMfortheLANcontroller.(Default:Disabled)
ThisitemiscongurableonlywhenCSM Support is set to Enabled.
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&Storage Boot Option Control
AllowsyoutoselectwhethertoenabletheUEFIorlegacyoptionROMforthestoragedevicecontroller.
Disabled DisablesoptionROM.
LegacyOnly EnableslegacyoptionROMonly.(Default)
UEFIOnly EnablesUEFIoptionROMonly.
ThisitemiscongurableonlywhenCSM Support is set to Enabled.
&Other PCI Device ROM Priority
AllowsyoutoselectwhethertoenabletheUEFIorLegacyoptionROMforthePCIdevicecontrollerother
than the LAN, storage device, and graphics controllers.
Disabled DisablesoptionROM.
LegacyOnly EnableslegacyoptionROMonly.
UEFIOnly EnablesUEFIoptionROMonly.(Default)
ThisitemiscongurableonlywhenCSM Support is set to Enabled.
&Network Stack
Disables or enables booting from the network to install a GPT format OS, such as installing the OS from
the Windows Deployment Services server. (Default: Disabled)
&Ipv4 PXE Support
EnablesordisablesIPv4PXESupport.ThisitemiscongurableonlywhenNetwork Stack is enabled.
&Ipv6 PXE Support
EnablesordisablesIPv6PXESupport.ThisitemiscongurableonlywhenNetwork Stack is enabled.
&Mouse Speed
Allows you to set the mouse cursor movement speed. (Default: 1 X)
&Administrator Password
Allowsyoutocongureanadministratorpassword.Press<Enter>onthisitem,typethepassword,and
thenpress<Enter>.Youwillberequestedtoconrmthepassword.Typethepasswordagainandpress
<Enter>. You must enter the administrator password (or user password) at system startup and when entering
BIOS Setup. Differing from the user password, the administrator password allows you to make changes to
all BIOS settings.
&User Password
Allowsyoutocongureauserpassword.Press<Enter>onthisitem,typethepassword,andthenpress
<Enter>.Youwillberequestedtoconrmthepassword.Typethepasswordagainandpress<Enter>.
You must enter the administrator password (or user password) at system startup and when entering BIOS
Setup. However, the user password only allows you to make changes to certain BIOS settings but not all.
To cancel the password, press <Enter> on the password item and when requested for the password, enter
thecorrectonerst.Whenpromptedforanewpassword,press<Enter>withoutenteringanypassword.
Press<Enter>againwhenpromptedtoconrm.
NOTE:BeforesettingtheUserPassword,besuretosettheAdministratorPasswordrst.
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2-5 Peripherals
&Intel Platform Trust Technology (PTT)
Enables or disables Intel® PTT Technology. (Default: Disabled)
&Initial Display Output
SpeciestherstinitiationofthemonitordisplayfromtheinstalledPCIExpressgraphicscardortheonboard
graphics.
IGFX Setstheonboardgraphicsastherstdisplay.
PCIe1Slot SetsthegraphicscardonthePCIEX16slotastherstdisplay.(Default)
PCIe2Slot SetsthegraphicscardonthePCIEX8slotastherstdisplay.
PCIe3Slot SetsthegraphicscardonthePCIEX4slotastherstdisplay.
&EZ RAID
AllowsyoutoquicklysetupaRAIDarray.RefertoChapter3,"ConguringaRAIDSet,"forinstructions
onconguringaRAIDarray.
&PCIE x16 slot LED
Enables or disables the PCIe x16 slots LEDs.
On All of the PCIe x16 LEDs stay constantly lit. (Default)
Off Disables this function.
Auto The PCIe x16 LEDs are lit only when the corresponding PCIe x16 slot is populated.
&Ambient LED
Enables or disables the onboard audio LED function.
Off Disables this function.
On The LEDs stay constantly on. (Default)
Pulse Mode The brightness of the LED changes slowly and smoothly like breath.
&Legacy USB Support
Allows USB keyboard/mouse to be used in MS-DOS. (Default: Enabled)
&XHCI Hand-off
Determines whether to enable XHCI Hand-off feature for an operating system without XHCI Hand-off
support. (Default: Disabled)
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&Port 60/64 Emulation
Enables or disables emulation of I/O ports 64h and 60h. This should be enabled for full legacy support
for USB keyboards/mice in MS-DOS or in operating system that does not natively support USB devices.
(Default: Enabled)
&USB Mass Storage Driver Support
Enables or disables support for USB storage devices. (Default: Enabled)
&USB Storage Devices
Displays a list of connected USB mass storage devices. This item appears only when a USB storage device
is installed.
`OffBoardSATAControllerConguration
Displays information on your M.2 PCIe SSD if installed.
`Trusted Computing 2.0
This sub-menu appears only when Intel Platform Trust Technology is set to Enabled.
&Security Device Support
Enables or disables Trusted Platform Module (TPM). (Default: Enabled)
&Pending operation
To clear TPM related settings, set this item to TPM Clear. (Default: None)
&TPM 20 InterfaceType
Allows you to select the communication interface for the TPM 2.0 device. Set to External TPM2.0 if you
installanInneonTPM2.0module(optional).(Default:PTT)
&Device Select
Allows you to select whether to support TPM 1.2 or TPM 2.0 device. Auto lets the BIOS automatically
congurethissetting.(Default:Auto)
`Intel(R) Bios Guard Technology
Enables or disables the Intel® BIOS Guard feature, which protects the BIOS from malicious attacks.
`SATAConguration
&SATA Controller(s)
Enables or disables the integrated SATA controllers. (Default: Enabled)
&SATA Mode Selection
EnablesordisablesRAIDfortheSATAcontrollersintegratedintheChipsetorcongurestheSATAcontrollers
to AHCI mode.
RAID EnablesRAIDfortheSATAcontroller.
AHCI CongurestheSATAcontrollerstoAHCImode.AdvancedHostControllerInterface
(AHCI)isaninterfacespecicationthatallowsthestoragedrivertoenableadvanced
Serial ATA features such as Native Command Queuing and hot plug. (Default)
&Aggressive LPM Support
Enables or disables the power saving feature, ALPM (Aggressive Link Power Management), for the Chipset
SATA controllers. (Default: Enabled)
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&Port 0/1/2/3/4/5
Enables or disables each SATA port. (Default: Enabled)
&Hot plug
Enables or disable the hot plug capability for each SATA port. (Default: Disabled)
&External SATA
Enables or disables support for external SATA devices. (Default: Disabled)
`SSD Security Erase
This sub-menu allows you to erase your SSD's data.
`Intel(R) Thunderbolt
This sub-menu provides Intel® Thunderbolt™relatedinformationandcongurationoptions.
`Intel(R) Ethernet Network Connection
Thissub-menuprovidesinformationonLANcongurationandrelatedcongurationoptions.
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&VT-d (Note)
Enables or disables Intel® Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O. (Default: Disabled)
&Internal Graphics
Enables or disables the onboard graphics function. (Default: Auto)
&DVMT Pre-Allocated
Allows you to set the onboard graphics memory size. Options are: 32M~512M. (Default: 64M)
&DVMT Total Gfx Mem
Allows you to allocate the DVMT memory size of the onboard graphics. Options are: 128M, 256M, MAX.
(Default: 256M)
&Audio Controller
Enables or disables the onboard audio function. (Default: Enabled)
If you wish to install a 3rd party add-in audio card instead of using the onboard audio, set this item to
Disabled.
&PCH LAN Controller
Enables or disables the Intel® GbE LAN function. (Default: Enabled)
If you wish to install a 3rd party add-in network card instead of using the onboard LAN, set this item to
Disabled.
&Wake on LAN
Enables or disables the wake on LAN function. (Default: Enabled)
&High Precision Timer
Enables or disables High Precision Event Timer (HPET) in the operating system. (Default: Enabled)
&IOAPIC 24-119 Entries
Enables or disables this function. (Default: Enabled)
2-6 Chipset
(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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&Platform Power Management
Enables or disables the Active State Power Management function (ASPM). (Default: Disabled)
&PEG ASPM
Allowsyouto conguretheASPMmodeforthe deviceconnectedto theCPUPEG bus.This itemis
congurableonlywhenPlatform Power Management is set to Enabled. (Default: Enabled)
&PCH ASPM
AllowsyoutoconguretheASPMmodeforthedeviceconnectedtoChipset'sPCIExpressbus.Thisitem
iscongurableonlywhenPlatform Power Management is set to Enabled. (Default: Enabled)
&DMI ASPM
AllowsyoutoconguretheASPMmodeforbothCPUsideandChipsetsideoftheDMIlink.Thisitemis
congurableonlywhenPlatform Power Management is set to Enabled. (Default: Enabled)
&AC BACK
Determines the state of the system after the return of power from an AC power loss.
Always Off The system stays off upon the return of the AC power. (Default)
Always On The system is turned on upon the return of the AC power.
Memory The system returns to its last known awake state upon the return of the AC power.
2-7 Power
&PCIEx4 Slot Link Width
SpeciestheoperatingbandwidthforthePCIEX4slot.
Auto LetstheBIOSautomaticallycongurethissettingdependingontheexpansioncard
being installed. (Default)
x4 PCIEX4 operates at x4 mode.
x2 PCIEX4 operates at x2 mode.
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&Power On By Keyboard
Allows the system to be turned on by a PS/2 keyboard wake-up event.
Note: To use this function, you need an ATX power supply providing at least 1A on the +5VSB lead.
Disabled Disables this function. (Default)
Any Key Press any key to turn on the system.
Keyboard98 PressPOWERbuttonontheWindows98keyboardtoturnonthesystem.
Password Set a password with 1~5 characters to turn on the system.
&Power On Password
Set the password when Power On By Keyboard is set to Password.
Press <Enter> on this item and set a password with up to 5 characters and then press <Enter> to accept.
To turn on the system, enter the password and press <Enter>.
Note: To cancel the password, press <Enter> on this item. When prompted for the password, press <Enter>
again without entering the password to clear the password settings.
&Power On By Mouse
Allows the system to be turned on by a PS/2 mouse wake-up event.
Note: To use this function, you need an ATX power supply providing at least 1A on the +5VSB lead.
Disabled Disables this function. (Default)
Move Move the mouse to turn on the system.
Double Click Double click on left button on the mouse to turn on the system.
&ErP
Determines whether to let the system consume least power in S5 (shutdown) state. (Default: Disabled)
Note: When this item is set to Enabled,thefollowingfunctionswillbecomeunavailable:ResumebyAlarm,
PME event wake up, power on by mouse, power on by keyboard, and wake on LAN.
&Soft-Off by PWR-BTTN
ConguresthewaytoturnoffthecomputerinMS-DOSmodeusingthepowerbutton.
Instant-Off Press the power button and then the system will be turned off instantly. (Default)
Delay 4 Sec. Press and hold the power button for 4 seconds to turn off the system. If the power button
is pressed for less than 4 seconds, the system will enter suspend mode.
&Power Loading
Enables or disables dummy load. When the power supply is at low load, a self-protection will activate causing
it to shutdown or fail. If this occurs, please set to Enabled. AutoletstheBIOSautomaticallycongurethis
setting. (Default: Auto)
&Resume by Alarm
Determines whether to power on the system at a desired time. (Default: Disabled)
If enabled, set the date and time as following:
Wakeupday:Turnonthesystemataspecictimeoneachdayoronaspecicdayinamonth.
Wake up hour/minute/second: Set the time at which the system will be powered on automatically.
Note: When using this function, avoid inadequate shutdown from the operating system or removal of the
AC power, or the settings may not be effective.
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2-8 Save & Exit
&Save & Exit Setup
Press <Enter> on this item and select Yes. This saves the changes to the CMOS and exits the BIOS Setup
program. Select No or press <Esc> to return to the BIOS Setup Main Menu.
&Exit Without Saving
Press <Enter> on this item and select Yes. This exits the BIOS Setup without saving the changes made
in BIOS Setup to the CMOS. Select No or press <Esc> to return to the BIOS Setup Main Menu.
&Load Optimized Defaults
Press <Enter> on this item and select Yes to load the optimal BIOS default settings. The BIOS defaults
settings help the system to operate in optimum state. Always load the Optimized defaults after updating
the BIOS or after clearing the CMOS values.
&Boot Override
Allows you to select a device to boot immediately. Press <Enter> on the device you select and select Yes
toconrm.Yoursystemwillrestartautomaticallyandbootfromthatdevice.
&SaveProles
ThisfunctionallowsyoutosavethecurrentBIOSsettingstoaprole.Youcancreateupto8prolesand
saveasSetupProle1~SetupProle8.Press<Enter>tocomplete.OryoucanselectSelect File in
HDD/FDD/USBtosavetheproletoyourstoragedevice.
&LoadProles
If your system becomes unstable and you have loaded the BIOS default settings, you can use this function
toloadtheBIOSsettingsfromaprolecreatedbefore,withoutthehasslesofreconguring theBIOS
settings.Firstselecttheproleyouwishtoloadandthenpress<Enter>tocomplete.YoucanselectSelect
File in HDD/FDD/USBtoinputtheprolepreviouslycreatedfromyourstoragedeviceorloadtheprole
automatically created by the BIOS, such as reverting the BIOS settings to the last settings that worked
properly (last known good record).
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Chapter 3 Appendix
3-1 ConguringaRAIDSet
Beforeyoubegin,pleasepreparethefollowingitems:
•At least two SATA hard drives or SSDs. (Note 1) (To ensure optimal performance, it is recommended that you
use two hard drives with identical model and capacity). (Note 2)
•Windows setup disk.
•Motherboard driver disk.
•A USB thumb drive.
ConguringtheOnboardSATAController
A. Installing SATA hard drive(s) in your computer
Connect the SATA signal cables to SATA hard drives and the SATA ports on the motherboard. Then connect the
power connectors from your power supply to the hard drives. Or install your M.2/U.2 SSD(s) in the connector(s)
on the motherboard.
B.ConguringSATAcontrollermodeinBIOSSetup
MakesuretoconguretheSATAcontrollermodecorrectlyinsystemBIOSSetup.FortheBIOSSetupmenus,
refertoChapter2,"BIOSSetup,""IntegratedPeripherals."
Steps:
1. Turn on your computer and press <Delete> to enter BIOS Setup during the POST (Power-On Self-Test). Go
to Peripherals\SATAConguration, make sure SATA Controller(s)isenabled.TocreateRAID,setSATA
Mode Selection to RAID.IfyoudonotwanttocreateRAID,setthisitemtoIDE or AHCI.
2. TousetheEZRAIDfeature,followthestepsin"C-1."TocongureUEFIRAID,followthestepsin"C-2."To
enterthelegacyRAIDROM,referto"C-3"formoreinformation.Finally,savethesettingsandexitBIOSSetup.
The BIOS Setup menus described in this section may differ from the exact settings for your motherboard.
The actual BIOS Setup menu options you will see shall depend on the motherboard you have and
the BIOS version.
C-1. Using EZ RAID
GIGABYTEmotherboardsprovideyouwiththeEZRAIDfeature,allowingyoutoquicklycongureaRAID
arraywithsimpliedsteps.
Steps:
1. After restarting the computer, enter the BIOS Setup and go to Peripherals. Press <Enter> on the EZ RAID
item.SelectthetypeofharddrivesyouuseforRAIDintheType tab and then press <Enter>.
2. Go to the ModetabtoselectaRAIDlevel.RAIDlevelssupportedincludeRAID0,RAID1,RAID10,and
RAID5(theselectionsavailabledependonthenumberoftheharddrivesbeinginstalled).Thenpress
<Enter> to move to the Create tab. Click Proceed to begin.
3. After completing, you'll be brought back to the Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology screen. Under RAID
VolumesyoucanseethenewRAIDvolume.Toseemoredetailedinformation,press<Enter>onthevolume
tocheckforinformationonRAIDlevel,stripeblocksize,arrayname,andarraycapacity,etc.
RAID Levels
RAID 0 RAID 1 RAID 5 RAID 10
Minimum
Number of Hard
Drives
≥2 2≥3 4
Array Capacity
Number of hard
drives * Size of the
smallest drive
Size of the smallest
drive
(Number of hard
drives -1) * Size of
the smallest drive
(Number of hard
drives/2) * Size of the
smallest drive
Fault Tolerance No Yes Yes Yes
(Note1) AnM.2PCIeSSDcannotbeusedtosetupaRAIDseteitherwithanM.2SATASSDoraSATAhard
drive.
(Note2) Referto"1-8InternalConnectors,"forthesupportedcongurationswiththeU.2,M.2,SATAExpress,
and SATA connectors.
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C-2.UEFIRAIDConguration
OnlyWindows10/8.164-bitsupportsUEFIRAIDconguration.
Steps:
1. In BIOS Setup, go to BIOS and set Windows 8/10 Features to Windows 8/10 and CSM Support to Disabled.
Save the changes and exit BIOS Setup.
2. After the system reboot, enter BIOS Setup again. Then enter the Peripherals\Intel(R) Rapid Storage
Technology sub-menu.
3. On the Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology menu, press <Enter> on Create RAID Volume to enter the
Create RAID Volume screen. Enter a volume name with 1~16 letters (letters cannot be special characters)
under the Name item and press <Enter>. Then, select a RAID level.RAIDlevelssupportedincludeRAID0,
RAID1,Recovery,RAID10,andRAID5(theselectionsavailabledependonthenumberoftheharddrives
being installed). Next, use the down arrow key to move to Select Disks.
4. Under Select Disksitem,selecttheharddrivestobeincludedintheRAIDarray.Pressthe<Space>key
ontheharddrivestobeselected(selectedharddrivesaremarkedwith"X").Thensetthestripeblocksize.
The stripe block size can be set from 4 KB to 128 KB. Once you have selected the stripe block size, set the
volume capacity.
5. After setting the capacity, move to Create Volume and press <Enter> to begin.
6. After completing, you'll be brought back to the Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology screen. Under RAID
VolumesyoucanseethenewRAIDvolume.Toseemoredetailedinformation,press<Enter>onthevolume
tocheckforinformationonRAIDlevel,stripeblocksize,arrayname,andarraycapacity,etc.
C-3.ConguringLegacyRAIDROM
Enter the Intel®legacyRAIDBIOSsetuputilitytocongureaRAIDarray.Skipthisstepandproceedwiththe
installationofWindowsoperatingsystemforanon-RAIDconguration.
Steps:
1. In BIOS Setup, go to BIOS and set CSM Support to Enabled and Storage Boot Option Control to Legacy
Only. Save the changes and exit BIOS Setup. After the POST memory test begins and before the operating
systembootbegins,lookforamessagewhichsays"Press<Ctrl-I>toenterCongurationUtility".Press
<Ctrl>+<I>toentertheRAIDCongurationUtility.
2. After you press <Ctrl> + <I>, the MAIN MENUscreenwillappear.IfyouwanttocreateaRAIDarray,select
Create RAID Volume in MAIN MENU and press <Enter>.
3. After entering the CREATE VOLUME MENU screen, enter a volume name with 1~16 letters (letters cannot
be special characters) under the Nameitemandpress<Enter>.Then,selectaRAIDlevel.RAIDlevels
supportedincludeRAID0,RAID1,Recovery,RAID10,andRAID5(theselectionsavailabledependonthe
number of the hard drives being installed). Press <Enter> to proceed.
4. Under Disksitem,selecttheharddrivestobeincludedintheRAIDarray.Ifonlytwoharddrivesareinstalled,
they will be automatically assigned to the array. Set the stripe block size if necessary. The stripe block size
can be set from 4 KB to 128 KB. Once you have selected the stripe block size, press <Enter>.
5. Enter the array capacity and press <Enter>. Finally press <Enter> on the Create Volume item to begin
creatingtheRAIDarray.Whenpromptedtoconrmwhethertocreatethisvolume,press<Y>toconrmor
<N> to cancel.
6. Whencompleted,youcanseedetailedinformationabouttheRAIDarrayintheDISK/VOLUME INFORMATION
section,includingtheRAIDlevel,stripeblocksize,arrayname,andarraycapacity,etc.ToexittheRAID
BIOS utility, press <Esc> or select 6. Exit in MAIN MENU.
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Installing the SATA RAID/AHCI Driver and Operating System
With the correct BIOS settings, you are ready to install the operating system.
Installing the Operating System
As some operating systems already include Intel®SATARAID/AHCIdriver,youdonotneedtoinstallseparate
RAID/AHCIdriverduringtheWindowsinstallationprocess.Aftertheoperatingsystemisinstalled,werecommend
thatyouinstallallrequireddriversfromthemotherboarddriverdiskusing"XpressInstall"toensuresystem
performance and compatibility. If the operating system to be installed requires that you provide additional SATA
RAID/AHCIdriverduringtheOSinstallationprocess,pleaserefertothestepsbelow:
1. Copy the iRST folder under Boot in the driver disk to your USB thumb drive.
2. Boot from the Windows setup disk and perform standard OS installation steps. When the screen requesting
you to load the driver appears, select Browse.
3. Insert the USB thumb drive and then browse to the location of the driver. The locations of the drivers are
as follows:
Windows32-bit:\iRST\f6py-x86
Windows64-bit:\iRST\f6py-x64
4. When a screen as shown, select Intel Chipset SATA RAID Controller and click Next to load the driver and
continue the OS installation.
PleasevisitGIGABYTE'swebsitefordetailsonconguringaRAIDarray.
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•Beforeinstallingthedrivers,rstinstalltheoperatingsystem.(ThefollowinginstructionsuseWindows
8.1 as the example operating system.)
•After installing the operating system, insert the motherboard driver disk into your optical drive. Click
onthemessage"Taptochoosewhathappenswiththisdisc"onthetop-rightcornerofthescreen
andselect"RunRun.exe."(OrgotoMyComputer,double-clicktheopticaldriveandexecutethe
Run.exeprogram.)
3-2 Drivers Installation
"XpressInstall"willautomaticallyscanyoursystemandthenlistallofthedriversthatarerecommendedto
install. You can click the Xpress Installbuttonand"XpressInstall"willinstallalloftheselecteddrivers.Orclick
the arrow icon to individually install the drivers you need.
Please visit GIGABYTE's website for more software information.
PleasevisitGIGABYTE'swebsitefordetailsonconguringtheaudiosoftware.
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