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X570 AORUS ELITE WIFI X570 AORUS ELITE
X570 AORUS ELITE
X570 AORUS ELITE WIFI
User's Manual
Rev. 1002
12ME-X57AELT-1002R
Copyright
© 2019 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. All rights reserved.
The trademarks mentioned in this manual are legally registered to their respective owners.
Disclaimer
Information in this manual is protected by copyright laws and is the property of GIGABYTE.
Changes to the specications and features in this manual may be made by GIGABYTE without prior
notice. No part of this manual may be reproduced, copied, translated, transmitted, or published in any
form or by any means without GIGABYTE's prior written permission.
For quick set-up of the product, read the Quick Installation Guide included with the product.
In order to assist in the use of this product, carefully read the User's Manual.
For product-related information, check on our website at: https://www.gigabyte.com
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
X570 AORUS ELITE
Jun. 14, 2019
Jun. 14, 2019
Motherboard
X570 AORUS ELITE
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Motherboard
X570 AORUS ELITE WIFI
Jul. 26, 2019
Wireless Module Country Approvals:
Jul. 26, 2019
Motherboard
X570 AORUS ELITE WIFI
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Table of Contents
X570 AORUS ELITE/X570 AORUS ELITE WIFI Motherboard Layout ............................ 5
Chapter 1 Hardware Installation .....................................................................................6
1-1 Installation Precautions .................................................................................... 6
1-2 ProductSpecications ...................................................................................... 7
1-3 Installing the CPU .......................................................................................... 11
1-4 Installing the Memory ..................................................................................... 12
1-5 Installing an Expansion Card ......................................................................... 12
1-6 Back Panel Connectors .................................................................................. 13
1-7 Internal Connectors ........................................................................................ 15
Chapter 2 BIOS Setup ..................................................................................................24
2-1 Startup Screen ............................................................................................... 24
2-2 The Main Menu .............................................................................................. 25
2-3 Favorites (F11) ............................................................................................... 26
2-4 Tweaker .......................................................................................................... 27
2-5 Settings .......................................................................................................... 29
2-6 System Info. ................................................................................................... 34
2-7 Boot ................................................................................................................ 35
2-8 Save & Exit ..................................................................................................... 38
Chapter 3 Appendix ......................................................................................................39
3-1 ConguringaRAIDSet .................................................................................. 39
3-2 DriversInstallation .......................................................................................... 41
Regulatory Statements .............................................................................................. 42
Contact Us ................................................................................................................ 48
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X570 AORUS ELITE/X570 AORUS ELITE WIFI 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
5X570 AORUS ELITE or X570 AORUS ELITE WIFI motherboard
5Motherboard driver disk 5One G Connector
5User's Manual 5M.2 screw(s)/M.2 standoff(s)
5Quick Installation Guide 5One antennaj
5Four SATA cables
R_USB1
CPU_FAN
ATX_12V
ATX
F_AUDIO
AUDIO
PCIEX4
DDR4_A2
DDR4_B2
F_USB31C
DDR4_A1
DDR4_B1
BAT
F_PANELQFLASH_PLUS
AMDX570
CLR_CMOS
M_BIOS
PCIEX16
F_USB30_2
USB 2.0 Hub
USB 2.0 Hub
Socket AM4
X570 AORUS ELITE
X570 AORUS ELITE WIFI
USB31_LAN
iTE®
Super I/O
F_USB2 F_USB1
TPM
M2A_SOCKET
SATA3
4 2 0
5 3 1
CPU_OPT
R_USB30_1
HDMI
Intel®
GbE LAN
PCIEX1_1
PCIEX1_2
LED_C1
80 60 42
F_USB30_1
D_LED1
SYS_FAN1
SYS_FAN2
LED_CPU
110
110
R_USB30_2
LED_C2
CODEC
M2B_SOCKET
80 60 42
D_LED2
QFLED
M2_WIFIj
jOnly for the X570 AORUS ELITE WIFI.
Chapter 1 Hardware Installation
1-1 Installation Precautions
The motherboard contains numerous delicate electronic circuits and components which can become
damagedasaresultofelectrostaticdischarge(ESD).Priortoinstallation,carefullyreadtheuser'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
componentssuchasamotherboard,CPUormemory.IfyoudonothaveanESDwriststrap,
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.
•Donotplacethecomputersystemonanunevensurface.
•Donotplacethecomputersysteminahigh-temperatureorwetenvironment.
•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 AMDSocketAM4,supportfor:
3rdGenerationAMDRyzen™ processors/
2ndGenerationAMDRyzen™ processors/
2ndGenerationAMDRyzen™ with Radeon™ Vega Graphics processors/
AMDRyzen™ with Radeon™ Vega Graphics processors
(Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.)
Chipset AMDX570
Memory 3rdGenerationAMDRyzen™ processors:
- SupportforDDR43200/2933/2667/2400/2133MHzmemorymodules
2ndGenerationAMDRyzen™processors/2ndGenerationAMDRyzen™ with Radeon™
VegaGraphicsprocessors/AMDRyzen™ with Radeon™ Vega Graphics processors:
- SupportforDDR42933/2667/2400/2133MHzmemorymodules
4xDDR4DIMMsocketssupportingupto128GB(32GBsingleDIMMcapacity)
of system memory
Dualchannelmemoryarchitecture
SupportforECCUn-bufferedDIMM1Rx8/2Rx8memorymodules
Supportfornon-ECCUn-bufferedDIMM1Rx8/2Rx8/1Rx16memorymodules
SupportforExtremeMemoryProle(XMP)memorymodules
(Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory modules.)
Onboard
Graphics (Note 1)
Integrated Graphics Processor:
- 1xHDMIport,supportingamaximumresolutionof4096x2160@60Hz
* SupportforHDMI2.0version,HDCP2.2,andHDR.
Maximum shared memory of 16 GB
Audio Realtek® ALC1200 codec
HighDenitionAudio
2/4/5.1/7.1-channel
SupportforS/PDIFOut
LAN Intel® GbE LAN chip (10/100/1000 Mbit)
Wireless
Communication
Module j
Wi-Fi802.11a/b/g/n/ac,supporting2.4/5GHzDual-Band
BLUETOOTH 4.2
Support for 11ac wireless standard and up to 433 Mbps data rate
* Actual data rate may vary depending on environment and equipment.
(Note1) For2ndGenerationAMDRyzen™ with Radeon™VegaGraphicsprocessors/AMDRyzen™ with Radeon™
Vega Graphics processors only.
jOnly for the X570 AORUS ELITE WIFI.
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Expansion Slots Integrated in the CPU (PCIEX16):
3rdGenerationAMDRyzen™ processors:
- 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, supporting PCIe 4.0 and running at x16
2ndGenerationAMDRyzen™ processors:
- 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, supporting PCIe 3.0 and running at x16
* For optimum performance, if only one PCI Express graphics card is to be installed,
be sure to install it in the PCIEX16 slot.
2ndGenerationAMD Ryzen™ with Radeon™ VegaGraphics processors/AMD
Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Vega Graphics processors:
- 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, supporting PCIe 3.0 and running at x8
Integrated in the Chipset (PCIEX4/PCIEX1):
- 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, supporting PCIe 4.0 (Note 2)/3.0 and running at x4
(PCIEX4)
- 2 x PCI Express x1 slots, supporting PCIe 4.0 (Note 2)/3.0
Multi-Graphics
Technology (Note 3) SupportforAMDQuad-GPUCrossFire™and2-WayAMDCrossFire™ technologies
Storage Interface Integrated in the CPU (M2A_SOCKET):
3rdGenerationAMDRyzen™ processors:
- 1 x M.2 connector (Socket 3, M key, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 SATA and
PCIe4.0x4/x2SSDsupport)
2ndGenerationAMDRyzen™processors/2ndGenerationAMDRyzen™ with Radeon™
VegaGraphicsprocessors/AMDRyzen™ with Radeon™ Vega Graphics processors:
- 1 x M.2 connector (Socket 3, M key, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 SATA and
PCIe3.0x4/x2SSDsupport)
Integrated in the Chipset (M2B_SOCKET):
- 1 x M.2 connector (Socket 3, M key, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 SATA and
PCIe 4.0 (Note 2)/3.0x4/x2SSDsupport)
- 6 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors
- SupportforRAID0,RAID1,andRAID10
USB Integrated in the CPU:
- 4 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports on the back panel
Integrated in the Chipset:
- 1 x USB Type-C™ port with USB 3.2 Gen 2 support, available through the
internal USB header
- 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports (red) on the back panel
- 4 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports available through the internal USB headers
Chipset+2 USB 2.0 Hubs:
- 8 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (4 ports on the back panel, 4 ports available through
the internal USB headers)
(Note2) For3rdGenerationAMDRyzen™ processors only.
(Note3) For3rdGenerationAMDRyzen™processors/2ndGenerationAMDRyzen™ 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 CPU fan header
1 x water cooling CPU fan header
2 x system fan headers
2xaddressableLEDstripheaders
2xRGBLEDstripheaders
1xCPUcoolerLEDstrip/RGBLEDstripheader
2 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 support
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 headers
2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers
1 x Trusted Platform Module (TPM) header (2x6 pin, for the GC-TPM2.0_S
module only)
1 x Clear CMOS jumper
1 x Q-Flash Plus button
Back Panel
Connectors
4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports
2 x SMA antenna connectors (1T1R)j
1xHDMIport
4 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports (red)
1 x RJ-45 port
1xopticalS/PDIFOutconnector
5 x audio jacks
I/O Controller iTE® I/O Controller Chip
Hardware
Monitor
Voltage detection
Temperature detection
Fan speed detection
Watercoolingowratedetection
Overheating warning
Fan fail warning
Fan speed control
* Whether the fan speed control function is supported will depend on the fan you install.
BIOS 1x128Mbitash
Use of licensed AMI UEFI BIOS
PnP1.0a,DMI2.7,WfM2.0,SMBIOS2.7,ACPI5.0
jOnly for the X570 AORUS ELITE WIFI.
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Unique Features Support for APP Center
* Available applications in APP Center may vary by motherboard model. Supported
functionsofeachapplicationmayalsovarydependingonmotherboardspecications.
- @BIOS
- AutoGreen
- Cloud Station
- EasyTune
- Fast Boot
- Game Boost
- ON/OFF Charge
- RGB Fusion
- Smart Backup
- Smart Keyboard
- Smart Survey
- System Information Viewer
- USB Blocker
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
* GIGABYTEreservestherighttomakeanychangestotheproductspecicationsandproduct-relatedinformationwithout
prior notice.
Please visit GIGABYTE's website for support lists of CPU, memory modules,
SSDs,andM.2devices.
Please visit the Support\Utility List page on GIGABYTE's website to download the latest
version of apps.
X570 AORUS ELITE WIFI X570 AORUS ELITE
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Please visit GIGABYTE's website for details on hardware installation.
1-3 Installing the CPU
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.
•Apply an even and thin layer of thermal grease on the surface of the CPU.
•DonotturnonthecomputeriftheCPUcoolerisnotinstalled,otherwiseoverheatinganddamage
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 pin one (denoted by a small triangle) of the CPU socket and the CPU.
AM4 Socket
A Small Triangle Marking
DenotesPinOneoftheSocket AM4 CPU
A Small Triangle Marking
DenotesCPUPinOne
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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.
DualChannelMemoryConguration
ThismotherboardprovidesfourmemorysocketsandsupportsDualChannelTechnology.Afterthememory
isinstalled,theBIOSwillautomaticallydetectthespecicationsandcapacityofthememory.EnablingDual
Channel memory mode will double the original memory bandwidth.
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.
The four memory sockets are divided into two channels and each channel has two memory sockets as following:
ChannelA:DDR4_A1,DDR4_A2
ChannelB:DDR4_B1,DDR4_B2
DuetoCPUlimitations,readthefollowingguidelinesbeforeinstallingthememoryinDualChannelmode.
1. DualChannelmodecannotbeenabledifonlyonememorymoduleisinstalled.
2. WhenenablingDualChannelmodewithtwoorfourmemorymodules,itisrecommendedthatmemory
of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used. For optimum performance, when enabling
DualChannelmodewithtwomemorymodules,werecommendthatyouinstallthemintheDDR4_A2
andDDR4_B2sockets.
DualChannelMemoryCongurationsTable
DDR4_A1 DDR4_A2 DDR4_B1 DDR4_B2
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)
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1-6 Back Panel Connectors
USB 2.0/1.1 Port
TheUSBportsupportstheUSB2.0/1.1specication.UsethisportforUSBdevices.
SMA Antenna Connectors (1T1R)j
Use this connector to connect an antenna.
Tighten the antenna cables to the antenna connectors and then move the antenna to a place
where the signal is good.
AfterinstallingtheHDMIdevice,makesuretosetthedefaultsoundplaybackdevicetoHDMI.(The
item name may differ depending on your operating system.)
HDMI Port (Note 1)
TheHDMIportisHDCP2.2compliantandsupportsDolbyTrueHDandDTS
HDMasterAudioformats.Italsosupportsupto192KHz/24bit8-channelLPCM
audiooutput.YoucanusethisporttoconnectyourHDMI-supportedmonitor.Themaximumsupported
resolutionis 4096x2160@60Hz, but theactual resolutionssupported are dependenton themonitor
being used.
(Note1) For2ndGenerationAMDRyzen™ with Radeon™VegaGraphicsprocessors/AMDRyzen™ with Radeon™
Vega Graphics processors only.
(Note2) ToenabletheQ-FlashPlusfunctionpleasevisitthe"UniqueFeatures"webpageofGIGABYTE's
website.
ActivityLED
Connection/
SpeedLED
LAN Port
ActivityLED:Connection/SpeedLED:
State Description
Orange 1 Gbps data rate
Green 100 Mbps data rate
Off 10 Mbps data rate
State Description
Blinking Datatransmissionorreceivingisoccurring
On No data transmission or receiving is occurring
USB 3.2 Gen 1 Port
TheUSB3.2Gen1portsupportstheUSB3.2Gen1specicationandiscompatibletotheUSB2.0
specication.UsethisportforUSBdevices.
USB 3.2 Gen 1 Port (White)
TheUSB3.2Gen1portsupportstheUSB3.2Gen1specicationandiscompatibletotheUSB2.0
specication.UsethisportforUSBdevices.BeforeusingQ-FlashPlus (Note 2), make sure to insert the USB
ashdriveintothisportrst.
RJ-45 LAN Port
The Gigabit Ethernet LAN port provides Internet connection at up to 1 Gbps data rate. The following
describesthestatesoftheLANportLEDs.
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USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A Port (Red)
TheUSB3.2Gen2Type-AportsupportstheUSB3.2Gen2specicationandiscompatibletotheUSB
3.2Gen1andUSB2.0specication.UsethisportforUSBdevices.
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/Side Speaker Out
The Mic in jack.
PleasevisitGIGABYTE'swebsitefordetailsonconguringtheaudiosoftware.
AudioJackCongurations:
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 a a a a
Mic In/Side Speaker Out a
•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.
•ToenableorconguretheaudioamplifyingfunctionfortheLineoutjack,pleaseaccessthe
HDAudioManagerapplication.
•Whenremovingthecableconnectedtoabackpanelconnector,rstremovethecablefrom
your device and then remove it from the motherboard.
•Whenremovingthecable,pullitstraightoutfromtheconnector.Donotrockitsidetoside
to prevent an electrical short inside the cable connector.
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1-7 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
2) ATX
3) CPU_FAN
4) SYS_FAN1/2
5) CPU_OPT
6) M2A_SOCKET/M2B_SOCKET
7) SATA3 0/1/2/3/4/5
8) LED_C1/LED_C2
9) D_LED1/D_LED2
10) LED_CPU
11) F_ AUDIO
12) F_ PANEL
13) F_USB31C
14) F_USB30_1/F_USB30_2
15) F_USB1/F_USB2
16) TPM
17) BAT
18) CLR_CMOS
19) QFLASH_PLUS
2
19 168 12
4 1 3
6
4
10
15 14
5
7
13
6
18
911
17
9
8
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DEBUG
PORT
G.QBOFM
131
24
12
ATX
1/2) ATX_12V/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
3GND 15 GND
4 +5V 16 PS_ON (soft On/Off)
5GND 17 GND
6 +5V 18 GND
7GND 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(Onlyfor2x12-pin
ATX)
ATX_12V:
Pin No. Denition Pin No. Denition
1GND(Onlyfor2x4-pin
12V)
5 +12V (Only for 2x4-pin 12V)
2GND(Onlyfor2x4-pin
12V)
6 +12V (Only for 2x4-pin 12V)
3GND 7 +12V
4GND 8 +12V
ATX_12V
DEBUG
PORT
G.QBOFM
41
85
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5) 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.
DEBUG
PORT
G.QBOFM
DEBUG
PORT
G.QBOFM
1
1
CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN1
SYS_FAN2
Pin No. Denition
1GND
2 Voltage Speed Control
3 Sense
4 PWM Speed Control
3/4) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN1/2 (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.
DEBUG
PORT
G.QBOFM
1
Pin No. Denition
1GND
2 Voltage Speed Control
3 Sense
4 PWM Speed Control
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6) M2A_SOCKET/M2B_SOCKET (M.2 Socket 3 Connectors)
TheM.2connectorssupportM.2SATASSDsorM.2PCIeSSDsandsupportRAIDconguration.Please
notethatanM.2PCIeSSDcannotbeusedtocreateaRAIDseteitherwithanM.2SATASSDoraSATA
harddrive.RefertoChapter3,"ConguringaRAIDSet,"forinstructionsonconguringaRAIDarray.
SelecttheproperholefortheM.2SSDtobeinstalledandrefastenthescrewandstandoff.
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_ SF_
B
USB0_B
B_ F_USB3
F_USB303
_
_3U
S_
80 60
M2B_SOCKET
42
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FollowthestepsbelowtocorrectlyinstallanM.2SSDintheM.2connector.
Step 1:
Get a screw and a standoff from the included M.2 screw and standoff packs. Locate the M.2 connector
whereyouwillinstalltheM.2SSD,useascrewdrivertounfastenthescrewontheheatsinkandthen
remove the heatsink. (Only the M2A_SOCKET connector has the heatsink)
Step 2:
LocatethepropermountingholefortheM.2SSDtobeinstalledandthentightenthestandoffrst.Insert
theM.2SSDintotheM.2connectoratanangle.
Step 3:
PresstheM.2SSDdownandthensecureitwiththescrew.Replacetheheatsinkandsecureittothe
original hole.
7) 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 SATA connectors support
RAID0,RAID1,andRAID10.RefertoChapter3,"ConguringaRAIDSet,"forinstructionsonconguring
aRAIDarray.
Pin No. Denition
1GND
2 TXP
3 TXN
4GND
5 RXN
6 RXP
7GND
SATA3 4 2 0
5 3 1
1
1
7
7
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8) LED_C1/LED_C2 (RGB LED Strip Headers)
Theheaderscanbeusedtoconnectastandard5050RGBLEDstrip(12V/G/R/B),withmaximumpower
rating of 2A (12V) and maximum length of 2m.
Pin No. Denition
1 12V
2 G
3 R
4 B
1
1
LED_C1 LED_C2
ConnectyourRGBLEDstriptotheheader.Thepowerpin(marked
withatriangleontheplug)oftheLEDstripmustbeconnectedto
Pin 1 (12V) of this header. Incorrect connection may lead to the
damageoftheLEDstrip.
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.
Forhowtoturnon/offthelightsoftheLEDstrippleasevisitthe"UniqueFeatures"webpageof
GIGABYTE's website.
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1
12V
Pin No. Denition
1 V (5V)
2D
3 No Pin
4 G
9) D_LED1/D_LED2 (Addressable LED Strip Headers)
Theheaderscanbeusedtoconnectastandard5050addressableLEDstrip,withmaximumpowerrating
of5A(5V)andmaximumnumberof1000LEDs.
Connectyour addressable LED stripto the header.The power
pin(markedwithatriangleontheplug)oftheLEDstripmustbe
connectedtoPin1oftheaddressableLEDstripheader.Incorrect
connectionmayleadtothedamageoftheLEDstrip.
D_LED1 D_LED2
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
_
_
__B
U
S _S
_ SF_
B
USB0_B
B_ F_USB3
F_USB303
_
_3U
S_
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
_
_
__B
U
S _S
_ SF_
B
USB0_B
B_ F_USB3
F_USB303
_
_3U
S_
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LEDStrip
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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.
Forhowtoturnon/offthelightsoftheLEDstrippleasevisitthe"UniqueFeatures"webpageof
GIGABYTE's website.
Pin No. Denition
1 12V
2 G
3 R
4 B
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10) LED_CPU (CPU Cooler LED Strip/RGB LED Strip Header)
TheheadercanbeusedtoconnectaCPUcoolerLEDstriporastandard5050RGBLEDstrip(12V/G/R/B),
with maximum power rating of 2A (12V) and maximum length of 2m.
ConnecttheCPUcoolerLEDstrip/RGBLEDstriptothe
header. The power pin (marked with a triangle on the plug)
oftheLEDstripmustbeconnectedtoPin1(12V)ofthis
header. Incorrect connection may lead to the damage of the
LEDstrip.
LEDStrip
1
12V
11) F_AUDIO (Front Panel Audio Header)
ThefrontpanelaudioheadersupportsHighDenitionaudio(HD).Youmayconnectyourchassisfront
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.
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 Pin No. Denition
1 MIC2_L 6 Sense
2GND 7FAUDIO_JD
3 MIC2_R 8 No Pin
4 NC 9 LINE2_L
5 LINE2_R 10 Sense
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
_
_
__B
U
S _S
_ SF_
B
USB0_B
B_ F_USB3
F_USB303
_
_3U
S_
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10 2
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The front panel design may differ by chassis. A front panel module mainly consists of power switch,
resetswitch,powerLED,harddriveactivityLED,speakerandetc.Whenconnectingyourchassis
front panel module to this header, make sure the wire assignments and the pin assignments are
matched correctly.
12) 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
congure the way to turn off your system using thepower switch
(refertoChapter2,"BIOSSetup,""Settings\PlatformPower,"formore
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.
•PLED/PWR_LED (PowerLED):
Connects to the power status indicator
onthechassisfrontpanel.TheLEDison
whenthesystemisoperating.TheLEDis
off when the system is in S3/S4 sleep state
or powered off (S5).
•HD (HardDriveActivityLED):
ConnectstotheharddriveactivityLEDonthechassisfrontpanel.TheLEDisonwhentheharddrive
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
ifthecomputerfreezesandfailstoperformanormalrestart.
•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.
PowerLED
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2
19
20
CI-
CI+
PWR_LED-
PWR_LED+
PLED-
PW-
SPEAK+
SPEAK-
PLED+
PW+
PowerLED
HD-
RES+
HD+
RES-
HardDrive
ActivityLED
Reset
Switch Chassis
Intrusion Header
Power Switch Speaker
PWR_LED-
NC
NC
13) F_USB31C (USB Type-C™ Header with USB 3.2 Gen 2 Support)
TheheaderconformstoUSB3.2Gen2specicationandcanprovideoneUSBport.
Pin No. Denition Pin No. Denition Pin No. Denition
1 VBUS 8 CC1 15 RX2+
2 TX1+ 9 SBU1 16 RX2-
3 TX1- 10 SBU2 17 GND
4GND 11 VBUS 18 D-
5 RX1+ 12 TX2+ 19 D+
6 RX1- 13 TX2- 20 CC2
7 VBUS 14 GND
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
_
_
__B
U
S _S
_ SF_
B
USB0_B
B_ F_USB3
F_USB303
_
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S_
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14) F_USB30_1/F_USB30_2 (USB 3.2 Gen 1 Headers)
TheheadersconformtoUSB3.2Gen1andUSB2.0specicationandeachheadercanprovidetwoUSB
ports.Forpurchasingtheoptional3.5"frontpanelthatprovidestwoUSB3.2Gen1ports,pleasecontact
the local dealer.
Pin No. Denition Pin No. Denition Pin No. Denition
1VBUS 8D1- 15 SSTX2-
2 SSRX1- 9 D1+ 16 GND
3 SSRX1+ 10 NC 17 SSRX2+
4GND 11 D2+ 18 SSRX2-
5 SSTX1- 12 D2- 19 VBUS
6SSTX1+ 13 GND 20 No Pin
7GND 14 SSTX2+
15) 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 USBDY+
2 Power (5V) 7 GND
3USBDX- 8GND
4USBDY- 9 No Pin
5USBDX+ 10 NC
•DonotplugtheIEEE1394bracket(2x5-pin)cableintotheUSB2.0/1.1header.
•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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9
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
_
_
__B
U
S _S
_ SF_
B
USB0_B
B_ F_USB3
F_USB303
_
_3U
S_
10
20
1
11
16) TPM (Trusted Platform Module Header)
You may connect a TPM (Trusted Platform Module) to this header.
11 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
_
_
__B
U
S _S
_ SF_
B
USB0_B
B_ F_USB3
F_USB303
_
_3U
S_
Pin No. Denition Pin No. Denition
1LAD0 7LAD3
2 VCC3 8 GND
3LAD1 9 LFRAME
4 No Pin 10 NC
5LAD2 11 SERIRQ
6 LCLK 12 LRESET
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17) BAT (Battery)
Thebatteryprovidespowertokeepthevalues(suchasBIOScongurations,date,andtimeinformation)
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.
•Replacethebatterywithanequivalentone.Damagetoyourdevicesmayoccurifthebattery
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.
18) 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.
•Aftersystemrestart,gotoBIOSSetuptoloadfactorydefaults(selectLoadOptimizedDefaults)or
manuallyconguretheBIOSsettings(refertoChapter2,"BIOSSetup,"forBIOScongurations).
Open: Normal
Short: Clear CMOS Values
19) 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
BIOSonaUSBthumbdriveandplugitintothededicatedport,andthenyoucannowashtheBIOS
automaticallybysimplypressingtheQ-FlashPlusbutton.TheQFLEDwillashwhentheBIOSmatching
andashingactivitiesstartandwillstopashingwhenthemainBIOSashingiscomplete.
QFLASH_PLUS
QFLED
ForhowtouseQ-FlashPluspleasevisitthe"UniqueFeatures"webpageofGIGABYTE'swebsite.
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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.
ToaccesstheBIOSSetupprogram,pressthe<Delete>keyduringthePOSTwhenthepoweristurnedon.
ToupgradetheBIOS,useeithertheGIGABYTEQ-Flashor@BIOSutility.
•Q-Flash allows the user to quickly and easily upgrade or back up BIOS without entering the operating system.
•@BIOSisaWindows-basedutilitythatsearchesanddownloadsthelatestversionofBIOSfromtheInternet
and updates the BIOS.
Chapter 2 BIOS Setup
•BecauseBIOSashingispotentiallyrisky,ifyoudonotencounterproblemsusingthecurrentversionofBIOS,
itisrecommendedthatyounotashtheBIOS.ToashtheBIOS,doitwithcaution.InadequateBIOSashing
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
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: X570 AORUS ELITE, F1a)
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.
TherearetwodifferentBIOSmodesasfollowsandyoucanusethe<F2>keytoswitchbetweenthetwomodes.
Easy Mode allows users to quickly view their current system information or to make adjustments for optimum
performance.InEasyMode,youcanuseyourmousetomovethroughcongurationitems.TheAdvancedMode
provides detailed BIOS settings. You can press the arrow keys on your keyboard to move among the items
andpress<Enter>toacceptorenterasub-menu.Oryoucanuseyourmousetoselecttheitemyouwant.
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2-2 The Main Menu
Advanced Mode Function Keys
<f><g>Move the selection bar to select a setup menu
<h><i>Movetheselectionbartoselectancongurationitemonamenu
<Enter>/DoubleClick Execute command or enter a menu
<+>/<PageUp> Increase the numeric value or make changes
<->/<PageDown> Decreasethenumericvalueormakechanges
<F1> Show descriptions of the function keys
<F2> Switch to Easy Mode
<F3> SavethecurrentBIOSsettingstoaprole
<F4> LoadtheBIOSsettingsfromaprolecreatedbefore
<F5> Restore the previous BIOS settings for the current submenus
<F6> DisplaytheSmartFan5screen
<F7> LoadtheOptimizedBIOSdefaultsettingsforthecurrentsubmenus
<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> Displayinformationontheinstalledmemory
<Esc> Main Menu: Exit the BIOS Setup program
Submenus: Exit current submenu
Hardware
Information
OptionDescription Current Settings
Setup Menus
Conguration
Items
System Time
Quick Access Bar allows you to quickly move to
the General Help, Easy Mode, Smart Fan 5, or
Q-Flash screen.
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2-3 Favorites (F11)
Setyourfrequentlyusedoptionsasyourfavoritesandusethe<F11>keytoquicklyswitchtothepagewhere
all of your favorite options are located. To add or remove a favorite option, go to its original page and press
<Insert>ontheoption.Theoptionismarkedwithastarsignifsetasa"favorite."
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2-4 Tweaker
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.)
&CPU Clock Control
AllowsyoutomanuallysettheCPUbaseclockin1MHzincrements.(Default:Auto)
Important: It is highly recommended that the CPU frequency be set in accordance with the CPU
specications.
&CPU Clock Ratio
Allows you to alter the clock ratio for the installed CPU. The adjustable range is dependent on the CPU
being installed.
Advanced CPU Settings
&Core Performance Boost (Note)
Allows you to determine whether to enable the Core Performance Boost (CPB) technology, a CPU
performance-boosttechnology.(Default:Auto)
&SVM Mode
VirtualizationenhancedbyVirtualizationTechnologywillallowaplatformtorunmultipleoperatingsystems
andapplicationsinindependentpartitions.Withvirtualization,onecomputersystemcanfunctionasmultiple
virtualsystems.(Default:Disabled)
&Global C-state Control (Note)
Allows you to determine whether to let the CPU enter C states. When enabled, the CPU core frequency
willbereducedduringsystemhaltstatetodecreasepowerconsumption.(Default:Enabled)
&Power Supply Idle Control (Note)
Enables or disables Package C6 State.
TypicalCurrentIdle Disablesthisfunction.
Low Current Idle Enables this function.
Auto LetstheBIOSautomaticallycongurethissetting.(Default)
&CCD Control (Note)
SetsthenumberofCCDstobeused.(Default:Auto)
(Note) This item is present only when you install a CPU that supports this feature.
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&SMT Mode
Allows you to enable or disable the CPU Simultaneous Multi-Threading technology. This feature only works
for operating systems that support multi-processor mode. AutoletstheBIOSautomaticallycongurethis
setting.(Default:Auto)
&AMD CPU fTPM
EnablesordisablestheTPM2.0functionintegratedintheAMDCPU.(Default:Disabled)
&ExtremeMemoryProle(X.M.P.)(Note)
AllowstheBIOStoreadtheSPDdataonXMPmemorymodule(s)toenhancememoryperformancewhen
enabled.
Disabled Disablesthisfunction.(Default)
Prole1 UsesProle1settings.
Prole2(Note) UsesProle2settings.
&XMP High Frequency Support (Note)
Allowsyoutoselectthecompatibilitylevelforhigh-frequencymemory.Thisitemiscongurableonly
when ExtremeMemoryProle(X.M.P.) is set to Prole1 or Prole2.(Default:Auto)
&System Memory Multiplier
Allows you to set the system memory multiplier. AutosetsmemorymultiplieraccordingtomemorySPD
data.(Default:Auto)
Advanced Memory Settings
Memory Subtimings
d Standard Timing Control, Advanced Timing Control, CAD Bus Setup Timing, CAD Bus
DriveStrength,DataBusConguration
These sections provide memory timing settings. 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
loadingoptimizeddefaultsorclearingtheCMOSvalues.
SPD Info
Displaysinformationontheinstalledmemory.
& CPU Vcore/Dynamic Vcore(DVID)/VCORE SOC/Dynamic VCORE SOC(DVID)/CPU VDD18/
CPU VDDP/PM_1VSOC/PM_1V8/DRAM Voltage (CH A/B)
These items allow you to adjust the CPU Vcore and memory voltages.
Advanced Voltage Settings
ThissubmenuallowsyoutocongureLoad-LineCalibrationlevel,over-voltageprotectionlevel,over-current
protection level, and PWM frequency.
(Note) This item is present only when you install a CPU and a memory module that support this feature.
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2-5 Settings
Platform Power
&AC BACK
DeterminesthestateofthesystemafterthereturnofpowerfromanACpowerloss.
Memory The system returns to its last known awake state upon the return of the AC power.
Always On The system is turned on upon the return of the AC power.
AlwaysOff ThesystemstaysoffuponthereturnoftheACpower.(Default)
&ErP
DetermineswhethertoletthesystemconsumeleastpowerinS5(shutdown)state.(Default:Disabled)
Note: When this item is set to Enabled, the following functions will become unavailable: Resume by Alarm,
power on by mouse, and power on by keyboard.
&Soft-Off by PWR-BTTN
ConguresthewaytoturnoffthecomputerinMS-DOSmodeusingthepowerbutton.
Instant-Off Pressthepowerbuttonandthenthesystemwillbeturnedoffinstantly.(Default)
Delay4Sec. Pressandholdthepowerbuttonfor4secondstoturnoffthesystem.Ifthepower
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
Determineswhethertopoweronthesystematadesiredtime.(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.
&Wake on LAN
EnablesordisablesthewakeonLANfunction.(Default:Enabled)
&High Precision Event Timer
EnablesordisablesHighPrecisionEventTimer(HPET)intheoperatingsystem.(Default:Enabled)
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IO Ports
&Integrated Graphics (Note)
Enables or disables the onboard graphics function.
Auto The BIOS will automatically enable or disable the onboard graphics depending on the
graphicscardbeinginstalled.(Default)
Forces Enables the onboard graphics.
Disabled Disablestheonboardgraphics.
&UMA Mode (Note)
Specify the UMA mode.
Auto LetstheBIOSautomaticallycongurethissetting.(Default)
UMASpecied SetstheUMAFrameBufferSize.
UMA Auto Sets the display resolution.
ThisitemiscongurableonlywhenIntegrated Graphics is set to Forces.
&UMA Frame Buffer Size (Note)
Framebuffersizeisthetotalamountofsystemmemoryallocatedsolelyfortheonboardgraphicscontroller.
MS-DOS,forexample,willuseonlythismemoryfordisplay.Optionsare:Auto(default),64M~16G.
ThisitemiscongurableonlywhenUMA Mode is set to UMASpecied.
&Display Resolution (Note)
Allows you to set the display resolution. Options are: Auto (default), 1920x1080 and below, 2560x1600,
3840x2160.
ThisitemiscongurableonlywhenUMA Mode is set to UMA Auto.
&Initial Display Output
SpeciestherstinitiationofthemonitordisplayfromtheinstalledPCIExpressgraphicscardortheonboard
graphics.
IGDVideo (Note) Setstheonboardgraphicsastherstdisplay.
PCIe1Slot SetsthegraphicscardonthePCIEX16slotastherstdisplay.(Default)
PCIe2Slot SetsthegraphicscardonthePCIEX4slotastherstdisplay.
&HD Audio Controller
Enablesordisablestheonboardaudiofunction.(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.
&PCIEX16 Bifurcation
Allows you to determine how the bandwidth of the PCIEX16 slot is divided. Options: Auto, PCIE 2x8,
PCIE1x8/2x4,PCIE4x4.(Default:Auto)
&Above 4G Decoding
Enables or disables 64-bit capable devices to be decoded in above 4 GB address space (only if your system
supports 64-bit PCI decoding). Set to Enabled if more than one advanced graphics card are installed and
their drivers are not able to be launched when entering the operating system (because of the limited 4 GB
memoryaddressspace).(Default:Disabled)
&Onboard LAN Controller
EnablesordisablestheonboardLANfunction.(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.
(Note) This item is present only when you install a CPU that supports this feature.
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USBConguration
&Legacy USB Support
AllowsUSBkeyboard/mousetobeusedinMS-DOS.(Default:Enabled)
&XHCI Hand-off
Determineswhether to enable XHCI Hand-offfeature for an operatingsystem without XHCI Hand-off
support.(Default:Enabled)
&USB Mass Storage Driver Support
EnablesordisablessupportforUSBstoragedevices.(Default:Enabled)
&Port 60/64 Emulation
Enables or disables emulation of I/O ports 64h and 60h. This should be enabled for full legacy support
forUSBkeyboards/miceinMS-DOSorinoperatingsystemthatdoesnotnativelysupportUSBdevices.
(Default:Disabled)
&Mass Storage Devices
DisplaysalistofconnectedUSBmassstoragedevices.ThisitemappearsonlywhenaUSBstoragedevice
is installed.
NVMeConguration
DisplaysinformationonyourM.2NVMEPCIeSSDifinstalled.
SATAConguration
&SATA Mode
EnablesordisablesRAIDfortheSATAcontrollersintegratedintheChipsetorcongurestheSATAcontrollers
to AHCI mode.
RAID EnablesRAIDfortheSATAcontroller.
AHCI CongurestheSATAcontrollerstoAHCImode.AdvancedHostControllerInterface
(AHCI)isaninterfacespecicationthatallowsthestoragedrivertoenableadvanced
SerialATAfeaturessuchasNativeCommandQueuingandhotplug.(Default)
&NVMe RAID mode
AllowsyoutodeterminewhethertouseyourM.2NVMePCIeSSDstocongureRAID.(Default:Disabled)
&SATA Port 0/1/2/3/4/5 (SATA3 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 Connectors)
DisplaystheinformationoftheconnectedSATAdevice(s).
`NetworkStackConguration
&Network Stack
DisablesorenablesbootingfromthenetworktoinstallaGPTformatOS,suchasinstallingtheOSfrom
theWindowsDeploymentServicesserver.(Default:Disabled)
&Ipv4 PXE Support
EnablesordisablesIPv4PXESupport.ThisitemiscongurableonlywhenNetwork Stack is enabled.
&Ipv4 HTTP Support
EnablesordisablesHTTPbootsupportforIPv4.ThisitemiscongurableonlywhenNetwork Stack is
enabled.
&Ipv6 PXE Support
EnablesordisablesIPv6PXESupport.ThisitemiscongurableonlywhenNetwork Stack is enabled.
&Ipv6 HTTP Support
EnablesordisablesHTTPbootsupportforIPv6.ThisitemiscongurableonlywhenNetwork Stack is
enabled.
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&IPSECCerticate
EnablesordisablestheInternetProtocolSecurity.ThisitemiscongurableonlywhenNetwork Stack is
enabled.
&PXE boot wait time
Allowsyoutocongurehowlongtowaitbeforeyoucanpress<Esc>toabortthePXEboot.
&Media detect count
Allows you to set the number of times to check the presence of media.
Intel(R) I211 Gigabit Network Connection
Thissub-menuprovidesinformationonLANcongurationandrelatedcongurationoptions.
Miscellaneous
&LEDs in System Power On State
AllowsyoutoenableordisablemotherboardLEDlightingwhenthesystemison.
Off Disablestheselectedlightingmodewhenthesystemison.
On Enablestheselectedlightingmodewhenthesystemison.(Default)
&LEDs in Sleep, Hibernation, and Soft Off States
AllowsyoutosetthelightingmodeofthemotherboardLEDsinsystemS3/S4/S5state.
ThisitemiscongurablewhenLEDs in System Power On State is set to On.
Off DisablestheselectedlightingmodewhenthesystementersS3/S4/S5state.(Default)
On Enables the selected lighting mode when the system enters S3/S4/S5 state.
&PCIeSlotConguration
Allows you to set the operation mode of the PCI Express slots to Gen 1, Gen 2, Gen 3, or Gen 4. Actual
operationmodeissubjecttothehardwarespecicationofeachslot.Auto lets the BIOS automatically
congurethissetting.(Default:Auto)
&3DMark01 Enhancement
Allowsyoutodeterminewhethertoenhancesomelegacybenchmarkperformance.(Default:Disabled)
&IOMMU
EnablesordisablesAMDIOMMUsupport.(Default:Auto)
Trusted Computing
Enables or disables Trusted Platform Module (TPM).
AMD CBS
Thissub-menuprovidesAMDCBS-relatedcongurationoptions.
PC Health
&Reset Case Open Status
Disabled Keepsorclearstherecordofpreviouschassisintrusionstatus.(Default)
Enabled Clears the record of previous chassis intrusion status and the Case Openeldwill
show"No"atnextboot.
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&Case Open
DisplaysthedetectionstatusofthechassisintrusiondetectiondeviceattachedtothemotherboardCI
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 VDDP/DRAM Channel A/B Voltage/+3.3V/+5V/+12V/VCORE SOC
Displaysthecurrentsystemvoltages.
Smart Fan 5
&Monitor
Allowsyoutoselectatargettomonitorandtomakefurtheradjustment.(Default:CPUFAN)
&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 control the fan speed in the curve graph.
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 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.
PWM PWM mode is recommended for a 4-pin fan.
&Fan Stop
Enables or disables the fan stop function. You can set the temperature limit using the temperature curve.
Thefanstopsoperationwhenthetemperatureislowerthanthelimit.(Default:Disabled)
&Temperature
Displaysthecurrenttemperatureoftheselectedtargetarea.
&Fan Speed
Displayscurrentfanspeeds.
&Flow Rate
Displaystheowrateofyourwatercoolingsystem.
&Temperature Warning
Sets the warning threshold for temperature. When temperature exceeds the threshold, BIOS will emit
warningsound.Optionsare:Disabled(default),60oC/140oF, 70oC/158oF, 80oC/176oF, 90oC/194oF.
&Fan Fail Warning
Allows the system to emit warning sound if the fan is not connected or fails. Check the fan condition or fan
connectionwhenthisoccurs.(Default:Disabled)
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2-6 System Info.
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
Setsthesystemdate.Thedateformatisweek(read-only),month,date,andyear.Use<Enter>toswitch
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
Displaysthecurrentaccessleveldependingonthetypeofpasswordprotectionused.(Ifnopasswordis
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.
Plug in Devices Info
DisplaysinformationonyourSATA,PCIExpress,andM.2devicesifinstalled.
Q-Flash
AllowsyoutoaccesstheQ-FlashutilitytoupdatetheBIOSorbackupthecurrentBIOSconguration.
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2-7 Boot
&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 10 64-bit,
selecttheopticaldrivethatcontainstheWindows1064-bitinstallationdiskandisprexedwith"UEFI:"
string.
& Hard Drive/CD/DVD ROM Drive/Floppy Drive/Network Device BBS Priorities
Speciesthebootorderforaspecicdevicetype,suchasharddrives,opticaldrives,oppydiskdrives,
anddevicesthatsupportBootfromLANfunction,etc.Press<Enter>onthisitemtoenterthesubmenuthat
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
EnablesordisablesNumlockfeatureonthenumerickeypadofthekeyboardafterthePOST.(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
GIGABYTELogowhenthesystemstartsup.(Default:Enabled)
&Fast Boot
Enables or disables Fast Boot to shorten the OS boot process. Ultra Fast provides the fastest bootup
speed.(Default:Disabled)
&SATA Support
LastBootSATADevicesOnly Exceptforthepreviousbootdrive,allSATAdevicesaredisabled
beforetheOSbootprocesscompletes.(Default)
AllSATADevices AllSATAdevicesarefunctionalintheoperatingsystemandduringthePOST.
ThisitemiscongurableonlywhenFast Boot is set to Enabled or Ultra Fast.
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&NVMe Support
AllowsyoutoenableordisableNVMedevice(s).(Default:Enabled)
ThisitemiscongurableonlywhenFast Boot is set to Enabled or Ultra Fast.
&VGA Support
Allows you to select which type of operating system to boot.
Auto Enables legacy option ROM only.
EFIDriver EnablesEFIoptionROM.(Default)
ThisitemiscongurableonlywhenFast Boot is set to Enabled or Ultra Fast.
&USB Support
Disabled AllUSBdevicesaredisabledbeforetheOSbootprocesscompletes.
Full Initial All USB devices are functional in the operating system and during the POST.
(Default)
Partial Initial Part of the USB devices are disabled before the OS boot process completes.
ThisitemiscongurableonlywhenFast Boot is set to Enabled. This function is disabled when Fast Boot
is set to Ultra Fast.
&Network Stack Driver Support
Disabled Disablesbootingfromthenetwork.(Default)
Enabled Enables booting from the network.
ThisitemiscongurableonlywhenFast Boot is set to Enabled or Ultra Fast.
&CSM Support
Enables or disables UEFI CSM (Compatibility Support Module) to support a legacy PC boot process.
Disabled DisablesUEFICSMandsupportsUEFIBIOSbootprocessonly.
Enabled EnablesUEFICSM.(Default)
&LAN PXE Boot Option ROM
AllowsyoutoselectwhethertoenablethelegacyoptionROMfortheLANcontroller.(Default:Disabled)
ThisitemiscongurableonlywhenCSM Support is set to Enabled.
&Storage Boot Option Control
Allows you to select whether to enable the UEFI or legacy option ROM for the storage device controller.
Disabled DisablesoptionROM.
UEFIOnly EnablesUEFIoptionROMonly.(Default)
Legacy Only Enables legacy option ROM only.
ThisitemiscongurableonlywhenCSM Support is set to Enabled.
&Other PCI Device ROM Priority
Allows you to select whether to enable the UEFI or Legacy option ROM for the PCI device controller other
than the LAN, storage device, and graphics controllers.
Disabled DisablesoptionROM.
UEFIOnly EnablesUEFIoptionROMonly.(Default)
Legacy Only Enables legacy option ROM only.
ThisitemiscongurableonlywhenCSM Support is set to Enabled.
&Administrator Password
Allowsyoutocongureanadministratorpassword.Press<Enter>onthisitem,typethepassword,and
thenpress<Enter>.Youwillberequestedtoconrmthepassword.Typethepasswordagainandpress
<Enter>.Youmustentertheadministratorpassword(oruserpassword)atsystemstartupandwhenentering
BIOSSetup.Differingfromtheuserpassword,theadministratorpasswordallowsyoutomakechangesto
all BIOS settings.
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&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.
Tocancelthepassword,press<Enter>onthepassworditemandwhenrequestedforthepassword,enter
thecorrectonerst.Whenpromptedforanewpassword,press<Enter>withoutenteringanypassword.
Press<Enter>againwhenpromptedtoconrm.
NOTE:BeforesettingtheUserPassword,besuretosettheAdministratorPasswordrst.
Secure Boot
AllowsyoutoenableordisableSecureBootandcongurerelatedsettings.Thisitemiscongurableonly
when CSM Support is set to Disabled.
&Preferred Operating Mode
Allows you to select whether to enter Easy mode or Advanced mode after entering BIOS Setup. Auto
enterstheBIOSmodewhereitwaslasttime.(Default:Auto)
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2-8 Save & Exit
&Save & Exit Setup
Press<Enter>onthisitemandselectYes. This saves the changes to the CMOS and exits the BIOS Setup
program. Select Noorpress<Esc>toreturntotheBIOSSetupMainMenu.
&Exit Without Saving
Press<Enter>onthisitemandselectYes. This exits the BIOS Setup without saving the changes made
in BIOS Setup to the CMOS. Select Noorpress<Esc>toreturntotheBIOSSetupMainMenu.
&Load Optimized Defaults
Press<Enter>onthisitemandselectYes to load the optimal BIOS default settings. The BIOS defaults
settingshelpthesystemtooperateinoptimumstate.AlwaysloadtheOptimizeddefaultsafterupdating
the BIOS or after clearing the CMOS values.
&Boot Override
Allowsyoutoselectadevicetobootimmediately.Press<Enter>onthedeviceyouselectandselectYes
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
toloadtheBIOSsettingsfroma prolecreatedbefore,withoutthehasslesofreconguringtheBIOS
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
(Note) AnM.2PCIeSSDcannotbeusedtosetupaRAIDseteitherwithanM.2SATASSDoraSATAhard
drive.
Before you begin, please prepare the following items:
•AtleasttwoSATAharddrivesorSSDs.(Note) (To ensure optimal performance, it is recommended that you
use two hard drives with identical model and capacity).
•Windows setup disk.
•Motherboard driver disk.
•A USB thumb drive.
ConguringtheOnboardSATAController
A. Installing SATA hard drive(s) in your computer
Installtheharddrives/SSDsintheSATA/M.2connectorsonthemotherboard.Thenconnectthepowerconnectors
from your power supply to the hard drives.
B.ConguringSATAcontrollermodeinBIOSSetup
MakesuretoconguretheSATAcontrollermodecorrectlyinsystemBIOSSetup.
Steps:
Turnonyourcomputerandpress<Delete>toenterBIOSSetupduringthePOST(Power-OnSelf-Test).Under
Settings\IO Ports, set SATAConguration\SATAMode to RAID. Then save the settings and restart your
computer.(IfyouwanttouseNVMePCIeSSDstocongureRAID,makesuretosetNVMe RAID mode to
Enabled.)
RAID Levels
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.
RAID 0 RAID 1 RAID 10
Minimum Number of
HardDrives
≥2 2 4
Array Capacity Number of hard drives *
Sizeofthesmallestdrive
Sizeofthesmallestdrive (Number of hard drives/2) *
Sizeofthesmallestdrive
Fault Tolerance No Yes Yes
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PleasevisitGIGABYTE'swebsitefordetailsonconguringaRAIDarray.
Install 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
AssomeoperatingsystemsalreadyincludeRAID/AHCIdriver,youdonotneedtoinstallseparateRAID/AHCI
driver during the Windows installation process. After the operating system is installed, we recommend that you
installallrequireddriversfromthemotherboarddriverdiskusing"XpressInstall"toensuresystemperformance
andcompatibility.IftheoperatingsystemtobeinstalledrequiresthatyouprovideadditionalSATARAID/AHCI
driver during the OS installation process, please refer to the steps below:
1. Copy the Hw10 folder under the \Boot folder 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 location of the drivers is as
follows:
\Hw10\RAID\x64
4. Select AMD-RAID Bottom DevicerstandclickNext to load the driver. Then select AMD-RAID Controller
and click Next to load the driver. Finally, continue the OS installation.
C.UEFIRAIDConguration
Steps:
1. In BIOS Setup, go to Boot and set CSM Support to Disabled. Save the changes and exit BIOS Setup.
2. After the system reboot, enter BIOS Setup again. Then enter the Settings\RAIDXpert2 Conguration
Utility sub-menu.
3. On the RAIDXpert2CongurationUtilityscreen,press<Enter>on Array Management to enter the Create
Arrayscreen.Then,selectaRAIDlevel.RAIDlevelssupportedincludeRAID0,RAID1,andRAID10(the
selectionsavailabledependonthenumberoftheharddrivesbeinginstalled).Next,press<Enter>onSelect
Physical Disks to enter the Select Physical Disks screen.
4. On the Select Physical Disksscreen,selecttheharddrivestobeincludedintheRAIDarrayandsetthem
to Enabled. Next, use the down arrow key to move to Apply Changesandpress<Enter>.Thenreturnto
the previous screen and set the Array Size, Array Size Unit, Read Cache Policy and Write Cache Policy.
5. After setting the capacity, move to Create Arrayandpress<Enter>tobegin.
6. After completing, you'll be brought back to the Array Management screen. Under Manage Array Properties
youcanseethenewRAIDvolumeandinformationonRAIDlevel,arrayname,arraycapacity,etc.
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•Beforeinstallingthedrivers,rstinstalltheoperatingsystem.
•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.exe program.)
"XpressInstall"willautomaticallyscanyoursystemandthenlistallofthedriversthatarerecommendedto
install. You can click the Xpress Installbuttonand"XpressInstall"willinstallalloftheselecteddrivers.Orclick
the arrow icon to individually install the drivers you need.
3-2 Drivers Installation
Please visit GIGABYTE's website for
more software information.
Please visit GIGABYTE's website for
more troubleshooting information.
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Regulatory Statements
Regulatory Notices
This document must not be copied without our written permission, and the contents there of must not be imparted to a
thirdpartynorbeusedforanyunauthorizedpurpose.
Contravention will be prosecuted. We believe that the information contained herein was accurate in all respects at the
time of printing. GIGABYTE cannot, however, assume any responsibility for errors or omissions in this text. Also note
that the information in this document is subject to change without notice and should not be construed as a commitment
by GIGABYTE.
Our Commitment to Preserving the Environment
Inadditiontohigh-efciencyperformance,allGIGABYTEmotherboardsfulllEuropeanUnionregulationsforRoHS
(RestrictionofCertainHazardousSubstancesinElectricalandElectronicEquipment)andWEEE(WasteElectricaland
Electronic Equipment) environmental directives, as well as most major worldwide safety requirements. To prevent releases
ofharmfulsubstancesintotheenvironmentandtomaximizetheuseofournaturalresources,GIGABYTEprovidesthe
followinginformationonhowyoucanresponsiblyrecycleorreusemostofthematerialsinyour"endoflife"product.
Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) Directive Statement
GIGABYTEproductshavenotintendedtoaddandsafefromhazardoussubstances(Cd,Pb,Hg,Cr+6,PBDEand
PBB). The parts and components have been carefully selected to meet RoHS requirement. Moreover, we at GIGABYTE
are continuing our efforts to develop products that do not use internationally banned toxic chemicals.
Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive Statement
GIGABYTEwillfulllthenationallawsasinterpretedfromthe2012/19/EUWEEE(WasteElectricalandElectronic
Equipment)directive.TheWEEEDirectivespeciesthetreatment,collection,recyclinganddisposalofelectricand
electronicdevicesandtheircomponents.UndertheDirective,usedequipmentmustbemarked,collectedseparately,
and disposed of properly.
WEEE Symbol Statement
The symbol shown below is on the product or on its packaging, which indicates that this product must
not be disposed of with other waste. Instead, the device should be taken to the waste collection centers
for activation of the treatment, collection, recycling and disposal procedure. The separate collection and
recycling of your waste equipment at the time of disposal will help to conserve natural resources and ensure
that it is recycled in a manner that protects human health and the environment. For more information about where you
candropoffyourwasteequipmentforrecycling,pleasecontactyourlocalgovernmentofce,yourhouseholdwaste
disposal service or where you purchased the product for details of environmentally safe recycling.
Whenyourelectricalorelectronicequipmentisnolongerusefultoyou,"takeitback"toyourlocalorregionalwaste
collection administration for recycling.
Ifyouneedfurtherassistanceinrecycling,reusinginyour"endoflife"product,youmaycontactusattheCustomer
Care number listed in your product's user's manual and we will be glad to help you with your effort.
Finally, we suggest that you practice other environmentally friendly actions by understanding and using the energy-saving
features of this product (where applicable), recycling the inner and outer packaging (including shipping containers) this
product was delivered in, and by disposing of or recycling used batteries properly. With your help, we can reduce the
amountofnaturalresourcesneededtoproduceelectricalandelectronicequipment,minimizetheuseoflandllsfor
thedisposalof"endoflife"products,andgenerallyimproveourqualityoflifebyensuringthatpotentiallyhazardous
substances are not released into the environment and are disposed of properly.
Battery Information
EuropeanUnion—Disposalandrecyclinginformation
GIGABYTE Recycling Program (available in some regions)
This symbol indicates that this product and/or battery should not be disposed of with household waste. You must use
the public collection system to return, recycle, or treat them in compliance with the local regulations.
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FCC Notice (U.S.A. Only)
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2)
this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
WARNING: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates and radiates radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance
with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment
off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
•Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
•Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
•Consult a dealer or experienced TV/radio technician for help.
TheusermayndthefollowingbookletpreparedbytheFederalCommunicationsCommissionhelpful:
The Interference Handbook.
ThisbookletisavailablefromtheU.S.GovernmentPrintingOfce,Washington,D.C.20402.StockNo.004-
000-00345-4
Notice for 5GHz
Operationsinthe5.15-5.25GHzbandarerestrictedtoindoorusageonly.(For5GHzonly)
RF exposure statement
The product comply with the FCC portable RF exposure limit set forth for an uncontrolled environment and are
safe for intended operation as described in this manual. The further RF exposure reduction can be achieved if
the product can be kept as far as possible from the user body or set the device to lower output power if such
function is available.
CAUTION:
Themanufacturerisnotresponsibleforanyinterferencecausedbyunauthorized
modicationsand/oruseofunauthorizedantennas.
Suchchangesand/ormodicationsnotexpresslyapprovedbythepartyresponsiblefor
compliance of this device could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
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Canada-Industry Canada (IC):
This device complies with Canadian RSS-210.
This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of
the device.
Ce dispositif est conforme à la norme CNR-210 d'Industrie Canada applicable aux appareils radio exempts de
licence. Son fonctionnement est sujet aux deux conditions suivantes:
(1) le dispositif ne doit pas produire de brouillage préjudiciable, et
(2) ce dispositif doit accepter tout brouillage reçu, y compris un brouillage susceptible de provoquer un
fonctionnement indésirable.
Notice for 5GHz:
Caution :
(i)thedeviceforoperationintheband5150-5250MHzisonlyforindoorusetoreducethepotentialforharmful
interference to co-channel mobile satellite systems;
(ii)themaximumantennagainpermittedfordevicesinthebands5250-5350MHzand5470-5725MHzshall
comply with the e.i.r.p. limit; and
(iii)themaximumantennagainpermittedfordevicesintheband5725-5825MHzshallcomplywiththee.i.r.p.
limitsspeciedforpoint-to-pointandnonpoint-to-pointoperationasappropriate.
(iv) Users should also be advised that high-power radars are allocated as primary users (i.e. priority users)
ofthebands5250-5350MHzand5650-5850MHzandthattheseradarscouldcauseinterferenceand/or
damage to LE-LAN devices.
Avertissement:
Le guide d'utilisation des dispositifs pour réseaux locaux doit inclure des instructions précises sur les restrictions
susmentionnées, notamment :
(i)lesdispositifsfonctionnantdanslabande5150-5250MHzsontréservésuniquementpouruneutilisationà
l’intérieuranderéduirelesrisquesdebrouillagepréjudiciableauxsystèmesdesatellitesmobilesutilisant
les mêmes canaux;
(ii)legainmaximald’antennepermispourlesdispositifsutilisantlesbandes5250-5350MHzet5470-5725
MHzdoitseconformeràlalimitedep.i.r.e.;
(iii)legainmaximald’antennepermis(pourlesdispositifsutilisantlabande5725-5825MHz)doitseconformer
àlalimitedep.i.r.e.spéciéepourl’exploitationpointàpointetnonpointàpoint,selonlecas.
(iv)Deplus,lesutilisateursdevraientaussiêtreavisésquelesutilisateursderadarsdehautepuissancesont
désignésutilisateursprincipaux(c.-à-d.,qu’ilsontlapriorité)pourlesbandes5250-5350MHzet5650-5
850MHzetquecesradarspourraientcauserdubrouillageet/oudesdommagesauxdispositifsLAN-EL.
Radiation Exposure Statement:
The product comply with the Canada portable RF exposure limit set forth for an uncontrolled environment and
are safe for intended operation as described in this manual. The further RF exposure reduction can be achieved
if the product can be kept as far as possible from the user body or set the device to lower output power if such
function is available.
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European Community Radio Equipment Directive (RED) Compliance Statement:
ThisequipmentcomplieswithalltherequirementsandotherrelevantprovisionsofRadioEquipmentDirective
2014/53/EU.
ThisequipmentissuitableforhomeandofceuseinalltheEuropeanCommunityMemberStatesandEFTA
Member States.
Thelowband5.15-5.35GHzisforindooruseonly.
Restrictions d'utilisation en France:
Pour la France métropolitaine
2.400-2.4835GHz(Canaux1à13)autoriséenusageintérieur
2.400-2.454GHz(canaux1à7)autoriséenusageextérieur
Pour la Guyane et la Réunion
2.400-2.4835GHz(Canaux1à13)autoriséenusageintérieur
2.420-2.4835GHz(canaux5à13)autoriséenusageextérieur
Notice for Italy:
The use of these equipments is regulated by:
1. D.L.gs1.8.2003,n.259,article104(activitysubjecttogeneralauthorization)foroutdooruseandarticle
105 (free use) for indoor use, in both cases for private use.
2. D.M.28.5.03,forsupplytopublicofRLANaccesstonetworksandtelecomservices.L’usodegliapparati
èregolamentatoda:
1. D.L.gs1.8.2003,n.259,articoli104(attivitàsoggetteadautorizzazionegenerale)seutilizzatialdifuori
delpropriofondoe105(liberouso)seutilizzatientroilpropriofondo,inentrambiicasiperusoprivate.
2. D.M.28.5.03,perlafornituraalpubblicodell’accessoR-LANalleretieaiserviziditelecomunicazioni.
Taiwan NCC Wireless Statements / 無線設備警告聲明:
低功率電波輻射性電機管理辦法
第十二條: 經型式認證合格之低功率射頻電機，非經許可，公司、商號或使用者均不得擅自變更頻
率、加大功率或變更原設計之特性及功能。
第十四條: 低功率射頻電機之使用不得影響飛航安全及干擾合法通信；經發現有干擾現象時，應立
即停用，並改善至無干擾時方得繼續使用。前項合法通信，指依電信法規定作業之無線
電通信。低功率射頻電機須忍受合法通信或工業、科學及醫療用電波輻射性電機設備之
干擾。
在5.25-5.35秭赫頻帶內操作之無線資訊傳輸設備，限於室內使用。
Korea KCC NCC Wireless Statement:
5,25GHz-5,35GHz대역을 사용하는 무선 장치는 실내에서만 사용하도록 제한됩니다。
Japan Wireless Statement:
5.15GHz帯~5.35GHz帯: 屋内のみの使用。
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