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TRX40 AORUS XTREME
User's Manual
Rev. 1001
12ME-TR4AXT-1001R
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Motherboard
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Oct. 25, 2019
Motherboard
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Copyright
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Disclaimer
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Changes to the specications 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.
Documentation Classications
In order to assist in the use of this product, GIGABYTE provides the following types of
documentations:
For quick set-up of the product, read the Quick Installation Guide included with the product.
For detailed product information, 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:
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Table of Contents
Box Contents 6 ...................................................................................................................
Optional Items 6 .................................................................................................................
TRX40 AORUS XTREME Motherboard Layout 7 ...............................................................
TRX40 AORUS XTREME Motherboard Block Diagram 8 ..................................................
Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 9 .....................................................................................
1-1 Installation Precautions 9 ....................................................................................
1-2 ProductSpecications .................................................................................... 10
1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler 13 ...............................................................
1-3-1 Installing the CPU 13 ..................................................................................................
1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler 16 .......................................................................................
1-4 Installing the Memory 17 .....................................................................................
1-4-1 QuadChannelMemoryConguration ....................................................................17
1-4-2 Installing a Memory 18 ................................................................................................
1-5 Installing an Expansion Card 19 .........................................................................
1-6 Setting up AMD CrossFire/NVIDIA® SLIConguration .............................. 20
1-7 Back Panel Connectors 21 ..................................................................................
1-8 Onboard Buttons, Switches, and LEDs 23 ..........................................................
1-9 Internal Connectors 25 ........................................................................................
Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 39 ..................................................................................................
2-1 Startup Screen 40 ...............................................................................................
2-2 The Main Menu 41 ..............................................................................................
2-3 Favorites (F11) 43 ...............................................................................................
2-4 Tweaker .......................................................................................................... 44
2-5 Settings .......................................................................................................... 48
2-6 System Info. 56 ...................................................................................................
2-7 Boot ................................................................................................................ 57
2-8 Save & Exit 60 .....................................................................................................
Chapter3 ConguringaRAIDSet ................................................................................ 61
3-1 ConguringSATAControllers ......................................................................... 61
3-2 Installing the SATA RAID/AHCI Driver and Operating System 66 .......................
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Chapter 4 Drivers Installation 69 ........................................................................................
4-1 Drivers & Software 69 .........................................................................................
4-2 Application Software 70 ......................................................................................
4-3 Information ..................................................................................................... 70
Chapter 5 Unique Features 71 ...........................................................................................
5-1 BIOS Update Utilities 71 .....................................................................................
5-1-1 Updating the BIOS with the Q-Flash Utility 71 .............................................................
5-1-2 Updating the BIOS with the @BIOS Utility 74 .............................................................
5-1-3 Using Q-Flash Plus 75 .................................................................................................
5-2 APP Center 76 ....................................................................................................
5-2-1 AutoGreen ..............................................................................................................77
5-2-2 Cloud Station 78 ..........................................................................................................
5-2-3 EasyTune................................................................................................................83
5-2-4 Fast Boot 84 ................................................................................................................
5-2-5 Game Boost 85 ............................................................................................................
5-2-6 RGB Fusion 86 ............................................................................................................
5-2-7 Smart Keyboard 88 ......................................................................................................
5-2-8 Smart Backup 89 .........................................................................................................
5-2-9 System Information Viewer 91 .....................................................................................
5-2-10 Smart Survey 92 ..........................................................................................................
5-2-11 USB Blocker 93 ...........................................................................................................
5-2-12 USB TurboCharger .................................................................................................94
Chapter 6 Appendix 95 ......................................................................................................
6-1 ConguringAudioInputandOutput ............................................................... 95
6-1-1 Conguring2/4/5.1/7.1-ChannelAudio ...................................................................95
6-1-2 ConguringS/PDIFOut ..........................................................................................97
6-1-3 Using the Voice Recorder 97 .......................................................................................
6-1-4 DTS:X® Ultra 98 ..........................................................................................................
6-2 Troubleshooting............................................................................................ 100
6-2-1 Frequently Asked Questions ................................................................................ 100
6-2-2 Troubleshooting Procedure 101 ..................................................................................
6-3 Debug LED Codes 103 .......................................................................................
Regulatory Statements 107 ............................................................................................
Contact Us 1 ...............................................................................................................11
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Box Contents
5TRX40 AORUS XTREME Motherboard
5OneAORUSUSBashdrivewithdrivers
5User's Manual
5Quick Installation Guide
5Six SATA cables
5Two Wi-Fi antennas
5One G Connector
5One front panel extension cable
5One front USB header extension cable
5Two addressable LED strip adapter cables
5Two RGB LED strip extension cables
5Two Velcro Cable Ties
5Two thermistor cables
5M.2 screw(s)/M.2 standoff(s)
5One noise detection cable
5One AORUS Gen4 AIC Adaptor (GC-4XM2G4)
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.
Optional Items
2-port USB 2.0 bracket (Part No. 12CR1-1UB030-6*R)
eSATA bracket (Part No. 12CF1-3SATPW-4*R)
3.5" Front Panel with 2 USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports (Part No. 12CR1-FPX582-2*R)
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TRX40 AORUS XTREME Motherboard Layout
(Note 1) For debug code information, please refer to Chapter 6.
(Note 2) The chip is on the back of the motherboard.
AMD Socket sTRX4
AUDIO
BAT
AMD TRX40
M_BIOS
B_BIOS
ASMedia® SATA3
6Gb/s Controller
PCIEX16_1
6080110
TRX40 AORUS XTREME
SB
iTE®
Super I/O
SATA3
86420
97531
U32G2_3
U32G2C
U32G2_1
EC_TEMP2
F_U32C
PCIEX16_2
CODEC
M2_WIFI
ATX_12V_2
CPU_FAN
8080 110
DDR4_D2
DDR4_D1
DDR4_C2
DDR4_C1
CPU_OPT
F_PANEL
ATX
REAR_BUTTON
10G_LAN
MBIOS_LED
BBIOS_LED
ATX_12V_1
EC_TEMP1
F_USB
ESS SABRE9218
DAC
CODEC
Intel® 10GbE
LAN
ASMedia®
USB 3.2 Gen 2
Controller
U32G2_2
M2C_SOCKET
LED_C2
BIOS_SW
PW_SW
RST_SW
SYS_FAN5A_
PUMP
SYS_FAN5B_
PUMP
SYS_FAN4
SYS_FAN2
SYS_FAN6_
PUMP
NOISE_
SENSOR
F_U32_1
F_U32_2
OC_PEG
M2MM2Q
80110
PCIEX8_1
PCIEX8_2
M2P
LED_C1
TPM
D_LED2D_LED1
F_AUDIO
DDR4_A1
DDR4_A2
DDR4_B1
DDR4_B2
DB_PORT (Note 1)
USB 2.0 Hub
CODEC (Note 2)
THB_C
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TRX40 AORUS XTREME Motherboard Block Diagram
CPU CLK+/- (100~300 MHz)
4 USB 2.0/1.1
1 USB Type-C
, with
USB 3.2 Gen 2 support
DDR4 3200/2933/2667/2400/2133 MHz
PCI Express 4.0 Bus
PCIe 4.0
x16
RJ45
Intel® 10GbE
LAN
x4
LPC
Bus
2 PCI Express x16
PCI Express 4.0 Bus
TPM
USB 2.0
Hub
2 USB 3.2
Gen 2 Type A
Center/Subwoofer
Speaker Out
Line Out
MIC
Line In
S/PDIF Out
Rear Speaker Out
Realtek®
ALC4050H
+
Realtek®
ALC12 20-VB
4 USB 3.2 Gen 1
4 SATA 6Gb/s
M.2 WiFi
Module
x1
x8
2 PCI Express x8
4 USB 3.2
Gen 2 Type A
2 M.2 Socket 3
(M2M, M2Q)
Dual BIOS
SPI
Bus
iTE®
Super I/O
Front Audio
Realtek® ALC4050H
+
ESS SABRE9218
AMD Socket sTRX4
CPU
1 M.2 Socket 3
(M2P)
AMD TRX40
or
1 M.2 Socket 3
(M2C_SOCKET)
4 SATA 6Gb/s
(SATA3 4~7)
Switch
PCI Express 4.0 Bus
x1
ASMedia®
USB 3.2 Gen 2
Controller
1 USB Type-C
,
with USB 3.2 Gen 2
support
x1
ASMedia®
SATA 6Gb/s
Controller
2 SATA 6Gb/s
(SATA3 2/3)
1 USB 3.2
Gen 2 Type A
x4
PCI Express 4.0 Bus
RJ45
x4 x4
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Hardware Installation
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 com-
ponents such as a motherboard, CPU or memory. If you do not have an ESD wrist strap, keep
yourhandsdryandrsttouchametalobjecttoeliminatestaticelectricity.
Prior to installing the motherboard, please have it on top of an antistatic pad or within an
electrostatic shielding container.
Before connecting or unplugging the power supply cable from the motherboard, make sure
the power supply has been turned off.
Before turning on the power, make sure the power supply voltage has been set according to
the local voltage standard.
Before using the product, please verify that all cables and power connectors of your hardware
components are connected.
To prevent damage to the motherboard, do not allow screws to come in contact with the
motherboard circuit or its components.
Make sure there are no leftover screws or metal components placed on the motherboard or
within the computer casing.
Do not place the computer system on an uneven surface.
Do not place the computer system in a high-temperature or wet environment.
Turning on the computer power during the installation process can lead to damage to system
components as well as physical harm to the user.
If you are uncertain about any installation steps or have a problem related to the use of the
product,pleaseconsultacertiedcomputertechnician.
If you use an adapter, extension power cable, or power strip, ensure to consult with its instal-
lation and/or grounding instructions.
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Hardware Installation
1-2 ProductSpecications
CPU AMD Socket sTRX4:
- 3rd Generation AMD RyzenThreadripper processors
(Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.)
Chipset AMD TRX40
Memory 8 x DDR4 DIMM sockets supporting up to 256 GB (32 GB single DIMM capacity)
of system memory
Quad Channel memory architecture
Support for DDR4 3200/2933/2667/2400/2133 MHz memory modules
Support for ECC Un-buffered DIMM 1Rx8/2Rx8 memory modules
Support for non-ECC Un-buffered DIMM 1Rx8/2Rx8/1Rx16 memory modules
SupportforExtremeMemoryProle(XMP)memorymodules
(Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory
modules.)
Audio Realtek® ALC4050H codec+Realtek® ALC1220-VB codec (rear panel audio)
Realtek® ALC4050H codec+ESS SABRE9218 DAC (front panel audio)
Support for DTS:X® Ultra
HighDenitionAudio
2/4/5.1/7.1-channel
Support for S/PDIF Out
LAN Intel® 10GbE LAN chip (10 Gbit/5 Gbit/2.5 Gbit/1 Gbit/100 Mbit), supporting
2 RJ-45 ports
Wireless
Communication
Module
Intel® Wi-Fi 6 AX200
- Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, supporting 2.4/5 GHz Dual-Band
- BLUETOOTH 5.0
- Support for 11ax 160MHz wireless standard and up to 2.4 Gbps data rate
* Actual data rate may vary depending on environment and equipment.
Expansion Slots 2 x PCI Express p10-x16 slots, running at p10-x16 (PCIEX16_1, PCIEX16_2)
2 x PCI Express p10-x16 slots, running at p10-x8 (PCIEX8_1, PCIEX8_2)
(The PCIEX16 and PCIEX8 slots conform to PCI Express 4.0 standard.)
Multi-Graphics
Technology
Support for AMD Quad-GPU CrossFire and 4-Way/3-Way/2-Way AMD
CrossFire technologies
Support for NVIDIA® Quad-GPU SLI and 4-Way/3-Way/2-Way NVIDIA® SLI
technologies
Storage Interface CPU:
- 1 x M.2 connector (Socket 3, M key, type 2260/2280/22110 SATA and PCIe
4.0 x4/x2 SSD support) (M2M)
- 1 x M.2 connector (Socket 3, M key, type 2280/22110 SATA and PCIe 4.0
x4/x2 SSD support) (M2Q)
Chipset:
- 1 x M.2 connector (Socket 3, M key, type 2280/22110 SATA and PCIe 4.0
x4/x2 SSD support) (M2P)
- 1 x M.2 connector (Socket 3, M key, type 2280 SATA and PCIe 4.0 x4/x2
SSD support) (M2C_SOCKET)
- 8 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors (SATA3 0~7)
* Refer to "1-9 Internal Connectors," for the installation notices for the M.2 and SATA
connectors.
Support for RAID 0, RAID 1, and RAID 10
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Hardware Installation
Storage Interface ASMedia® SATA 6Gb/s Controller:
- 2 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors (SATA3 8, 9), supporting AHCI mode only
USB CPU:
- 4 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports (red) on the back panel
Chipset:
- 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports (red) on the back panel
- 1 x USB Type-C port with USB 3.2 Gen 2 support, available through the
internal USB header
- 4 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports available through the internal USB headers
Chipset+1 USB 2.0 Hub:
- 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports available through the internal USB headers (with the
included front USB header extention cable)
Chipset+ASMedia® USB 3.2 Gen 2 Controller:
- 1 x USB Type-C port on the back panel, with USB 3.2 Gen 2 support
- 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A port (red) on the back panel
Internal
Connectors
1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector
2 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connectors
1 x OC_PEG power connector
1 x CPU fan header
1 x water cooling CPU fan header
2 x system fan headers
3 x system fan/water cooling pump headers
2 x addressable LED strip headers
2 x RGB LED strip headers
4 x M.2 Socket 3 connectors
10 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
1 x USB 2.0/1.1 header
1 x GIGABYTE add-in card connector
1 x noise detection header
1 x Trusted Platform Module (TPM) header (2x6 pin, for the GC-TPM2.0_S
module only)
1 x power button
1 x reset button
2 x temperature sensor headers
2 x BIOS switches
Voltage Measurement Points
Back Panel
Connectors
1 x Q-Flash Plus button
1 x Clear CMOS button
2 x SMA antenna connectors (2T2R)
1 x USB Type-C port, with USB 3.2 Gen 2 support
7 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports (red)
2 x RJ-45 ports
1 x optical S/PDIF Out connector
5 x audio jacks
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Hardware Installation
I/O Controller
iTE® I/O Controller Chip
Hardware
Monitor
Voltage detection
Temperature detection
Fan speed detection
Watercoolingowratedetection
Overheating warning
Fan fail warning
Fan speed control
* Whether the fan (pump) speed control function is supported will depend on the fan
(pump) you install.
Noise detection
BIOS 2x128Mbitash
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
functionsofeachapplicationmayalsovarydependingonmotherboardspecications.
- @BIOS
- AutoGreen
- Cloud Station
- EasyTune
- Fast Boot
- Game Boost
- RGB Fusion
- Smart Backup
- Smart Keyboard
- Smart Survey
- System Information Viewer
- USB Blocker
- USB TurboCharger
Support for Q-Flash Plus
Support for Q-Flash
Support for Xpress Install
Bundled
Software
Norton®
Internet Security (OEM version)
XSplit Gamecaster + Broadcaster (12 months license)
cFosSpeed
Operating
System Support for Windows 10 64-bit
Form Factor
XL-ATX Form Factor; 32.5cm x 27.5cm
* GIGABYTEreservestherighttomakeanychangestotheproductspecicationsandproduct-relatedinformationwithout
prior notice.
Please visit GIGABYTE's website
for support lists of CPU, memory
modules, SSDs, and M.2 devices.
Please visit the Support\Utility List
page on GIGABYTE's website to down-
load the latest version of apps.
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Hardware Installation
The CPU carrier frame must be slided into the CPU rail frame with the CPU. Do not remove the CPU
from the CPU carrier frame.
1-3-1 Installing the CPU
1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler
Read the following guidelines before you begin to install the CPU:
Make sure that the motherboard supports the CPU.
(Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.)
Prepare a T20 star screwdriver.
Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing the
CPU to prevent hardware damage.
Apply an even and thin layer of thermal grease on the surface of the CPU.
Do not turn on the computer if the CPU cooler is not installed, otherwise overheating and damage
of the CPU may occur.
Setthe CPUhost frequencyin accordancewith theCPU specications.It isnot recommended
thatthesystembusfrequencybesetbeyondhardwarespecicationssinceitdoesnotmeetthe
standard requirements for the peripherals. If you wish to set the frequency beyond the standard
specications,pleasedosoaccordingtoyourhardwarespecicationsincludingtheCPU,graphics
card, memory, hard drive, etc.
AMD Socket sTRX4
CPU
Pin One Triangle
CPU Load Plate Screw
CPU Load Plate Screw
Pin One
Triangle
CPU Carrier Frame
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Hardware Installation
Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU into the motherboard CPU socket.
Before installing the CPU, make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the
power outlet to prevent damage to the CPU.
To protect the socket contacts, do not remove the CPU socket cap unless the CPU is inserted into
the CPU socket. Save the cap properly and always replace it when the CPU is removed.
Step 1:
On the CPU metal load plate, there are three screws
marked as 1, 2, 3. To loosen/tighten these screws,
you need a T20 star screwdriver. The OPEN and
CLOSE markings indicate in what order to loosen/
tighten the screws.
To open the CPU metal load plate, loosen the screws
in 3>2>1 sequence.
To close the CPU metal load plate, tighten the screws
in 1>2>3 sequence.
Step 4:
Use one hand to hold the rail frame and the other
to slide the external cap out of the rail frame.
Step 5:
Grasp the top portion of the CPU carrier frame and
align the edges of the CPU carrier frame with the rails
of the CPU rail frame. Then slide the carrier frame into
the rails until the it stops sliding in.
Step 3:
Useyour ngerstopullupthe tabson thetwo
sides of the CPU rail frame to release the CPU rail
frame from the CPU socket. Then lift the rail frame.
Step 2:
To open the CPU metal load plate, start by loosening
Screw3,thenScrew2,andnallyScrew1.Afterall
three screws are loosened, gently lift the load plate to
its fully open position.
Make sure the edges of the CPU carrier frame are
installed correctly on the rails.
CPU Rail
Frame Rails
Screw 1
Screw 3 Screw 2
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Hardware Installation
Step 8:
AfterinstallingtheCPU,usetwongerstopush
down on the upper portion of the sides of the CPU
carrier frame to fasten the rail frame back to the
CPU socket.
Step 9:
Closethemetalloadplate.Withonengerpress-
ing down on the load plate, begin tightening Screw
1 slightly. Then do the same to Screw 2 and Screw
3. Next, fully tighten the three screws. Make sure
the motherboard is placed on a stable surface
during the tightening process.
Step 6:
Push the carrier frame into place and you will hear
a "click" sound when it is pushed to the bottom.
Warning! The CPU carrier frame cannot be
placed outside the rails.
Step 7:
Remove the CPU socket cap.
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Hardware Installation
Use extreme care when removing the CPU cooler because the thermal grease/tape between the CPU
cooler and CPU may adhere to the CPU. Inadequately removing the CPU cooler may damage the CPU.
1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler
RefertothestepsbelowtocorrectlyinstalltheCPUcooleronthemotherboard.UseaCPUcoolerthatisspeci-
cally designed to be able to cool an AMD Ryzen Threadripper processor or install a water cooling system to
ensure proper heat dissipation and a stable system operation. (Actual installation process may differ depending
the CPU cooler to be used. Refer to the user's manual for your CPU cooler.)
Step 1:
Apply an even and thin layer of thermal grease on
the surface of the installed CPU.
Step 4:
Finally, attach the power connector of the CPU
cooler to the CPU fan header (CPU_FAN) on the
motherboard.
Step 2:
Place the cooler atop the CPU, aligning the four
mounting screws with the mounting holes around
the CPU socket. (Note that the spacing between
the upper two screws is not the same as that
between the lower two screws, please make sure
to align the screws correctly).
Step 3:
Use one hand to hold the cooler and the other to
tighten the screws in a diagonal sequence. Begin
tightening a screw with a few turns and repeat
with the screw diagonally opposite the one you
just tightened. Then do the same to the other pair.
Next, fully tighten the four screws.
CPU Cooler Mounting Holes
CPU Cooler Mounting Holes
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Hardware Installation
DDR4_D2
DDR4_C2
DDR4_A2
DDR4_B2
DDR4_A1
DDR4_B1
DDR4_D1
DDR4_C1
1-4 Installing the Memory
Read the following guidelines before you begin to install the memory:
Make sure that the motherboard supports the memory. It is recommended that memory of the same
capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used.
(Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory modules.)
Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing the
memory to prevent hardware damage.
Memory modules have a foolproof design. A memory module can be installed in only one direction.
If you are unable to insert the memory, switch the direction.
1-4-1 QuadChannelMemoryConguration
This motherboard supports Quad Channel Technology. After the memory is installed, the BIOS will automatically
detectthespecicationsandcapacityofthememory.TheeightDDR4memorysocketsaredividedintofour
channels and each channel has two memory sockets as following:
Channel A: DDR4_A1, DDR4_A2
Channel B: DDR4_B1, DDR4_B2
Channel C: DDR4_C1, DDR4_C2
Channel D: DDR4_D1, DDR4_D2
Note: For optimum performance, it is recommended that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips
be used. When installing the memory, make sure to begin with the second socket of each channel, such
as DDR4_A2/DDR4_B2/DDR4_C2/DDR4_D2.
Refer to the table below for memory installation according to the number of the memory modules you want to install:
DDR4_D2 DDR4_D1 DDR4_C2 DDR4_C1 DDR4_A1 DDR4_A2 DDR4_B1 DDR4_B2
1 Module a
2 Modules a a
4 Modules a a a a
6 Modules a a a a a a
8 Modules a a a a a a a a
a: Installed. Empty: Not Installed
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1-4-2 Installing a Memory
Before installing a memory module, make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord
from the power outlet to prevent damage to the memory module. DDR4 and DDR3 DIMMs are not
compatible to each other or DDR2 DIMMs. Be sure to install DDR4 DIMMs on this motherboard.
ADDR4memorymodulehasanotch,soitcanonlytinonedirection.Followthestepsbelowtocorrectlyinstall
your memory modules in the memory sockets.
Notch
DDR4 DIMM
Step 1:
Note the orientation of the memory module. Spread the retaining clip
at the right end of the memory socket. Place the memory module on
thesocket.Asindicatedinthepictureontheleft,placeyourngers
on the top edge of the memory, push down on the memory and insert
it vertically into the memory socket.
Step 2:
The clip at the right end of the socket will snap into place when the
memory module is securely inserted.
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1-5 Installing an Expansion Card
Read the following guidelines before you begin to install an expansion card:
Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Carefully read the manual that came
with your expansion card.
Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing an
expansion card to prevent hardware damage.
Follow the steps below to correctly install your expansion card in the expansion slot.
1. Locate an expansion slot that supports your card. Remove the metal slot cover from the chassis back panel.
2. Align the card with the slot, and press down on the card until it is fully seated in the slot.
3. Make sure the metal contacts on the card are completely inserted into the slot.
4. Secure the card's metal bracket to the chassis back panel with a screw.
5. After installing all expansion cards, replace the chassis cover(s).
6. Turn on your computer. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to make any required BIOS changes for your expan-
sion card(s).
7. Install the driver provided with the expansion card in your operating system.
Example: Installing and Removing a PCI Express Graphics Card:
PCI Express x16 Slot
Installing a Graphics Card:
Gently push down on the top edge of the card until
it is fully inserted into the PCI Express slot. Make
sure the card is securely seated in the slot and
does not rock.
Removing the Card:
Gently push back on the lever on the slot and then lift the card straight out from
the slot.
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1-6 Setting up AMD CrossFire/NVIDIA® SLIConguration
Procedure and driver screen for enabling CrossFire/SLI technology may differ by graphics cards
and driver version. Refer to the manual that came with your graphics cards for more information
about enabling CrossFire/SLI technology.
(Note 1) When using dual core graphics cards, only 2-way is supported.
(Note 2) The bridge connector(s) may be needed or not depending on your graphics cards.
(Note 3) When two or more graphics cards are installed, we recommend that you connect the power cable
from the power supply to the OC_PEG connector to ensure system stability.
A. System Requirements
-Windows 10 64-bit 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
(For the latest GPUs that support the 4-way/3-way CrossFire/SLI technology, please refer to the AMD/
NVIDIA® website.) (Note 1)
-CrossFire (Note 2)/SLI bridge connectors
-Apowersupplywithsufcientpowerisrecommended(Refertothemanualofyourgraphicscardsforthe
power requirement) (Note 3)
B. Connecting the Graphics Cards
Step 1:
Observe the steps in "1-5 Installing an Expansion Card" and install CrossFire/SLI graphics cards on the PCI
Express x16 slots.
Step 2:
Insert the CrossFire (Note 2) /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_1 slot.
C.ConguringtheGraphicsCardDriver
C-1. To Enable CrossFire Function
After installing the graphics card driver in the operating
system, go to the AMD RADEON SETTINGS screen.
Browse to and ensure Gaming\Global Settings AMD
CrossFire On is set to .
C-2. To Enable SLI Function
After installing the graphics card driver in the operating
system, go to the . Browse to the NVIDIA Control Panel
CongureSLI,Surround,PhysX screen and ensure
Maximize 3D performance is enabled.
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1-7 Back Panel Connectors
Q-Flash Plus Button (Note)
This button allows you to update the BIOS when the power connector is connected but the system is not
powered on.
Clear CMOS Button
UsethisbuttontocleartheCMOSvalues(e.g.BIOSconguration)andresettheCMOSvaluestofac-
tory defaults when needed.
USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A Port (Red)
TheUSB3.2Gen2Type-AportsupportstheUSB3.2Gen2specicationandiscompatibletotheUSB
3.2Gen1andUSB2.0specication.UsethisportforUSBdevices.
SMA Antenna Connectors (2T2R)
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.
RJ-45 LAN Port
The Gigabit Ethernet LAN port provides Internet connection at up to 10 Gbps data rate. The following
describes the states of the LAN port LEDs.
(Note) To enable Q-Flash Plus function, refer to Chapter 5, "Unique Features," for more information.
Speed LED
Connection/
Speed LED
LAN Port
Speed LED:
State Description
Green 10 Gbps data rate
Orange 5 Gbps/ 2.5 Gbps/ 1 Gbps/
100 Mbps data rate
Connection/Activity LED:
State Description
Blinking Data transmission or
receiving is occurring
On No data transmission or
receiving is occurring
LAN Port
Connection/
Speed LED Speed LED
Always turn off your computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before using
the clear CMOS button.
Do not use the clear CMOS button when the system is on, or the system may shutdown and
data loss or damage may occur.
After system restart, go to BIOS Setup to load factory defaults (select Load Optimized Defaults) or
manuallyconguretheBIOSsettings(refertoChapter2,"BIOSSetup,"forBIOScongurations).
USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A Port (Red) (Q-Flash Plus Port)
TheUSB3.2Gen2Type-AportsupportstheUSB3.2Gen2specicationandiscompatibletotheUSB
3.2Gen1and USB2.0specication.Usethisport forUSBdevices.Before usingQ-FlashPlus(Note),
makesuretoinserttheUSBashdrive intothisportrst.
USB Type-C Port
ThereversibleUSBportsupportstheUSB3.2Gen2specicationandiscompatibletotheUSB3.2Gen1
andUSB2.0specication.UsethisportforUSBdevices.
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AudioJackCongurations:
Jack Headphone/
2-channel 4-channel 5.1-channel 7.1-channel
Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out a a
Rear Speaker Out a a a
Line In/Side Speaker Out a
Line Out/Front Speaker Out a a a a
Mic In a
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.
Mic In
The Mic in jack.
If you want to install a Side Speaker, you need to retask the Line in jack to be Side Speaker out
through the audio driver.
Whenremovingthecableconnectedtoabackpanelconnector,rstremovethecablefrom
your device and then remove it from the motherboard.
When removing the cable, pull it straight out from the connector. Do not rock it side to side
to prevent an electrical short inside the cable connector.
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Quick Buttons
The power button and reset button allow users to quickly turn on/off or reset the computer in an open-case
environment when they want to change hardware components or conduct hardware testing.
PW_SW: Power Button
RST_SW: Reset Button
1-8 Onboard Buttons, Switches, and LEDs
BIOS Switches and BIOS LED Indicators
The BIOS switch (BIOS_SW) allows users to easily select a different BIOS for boot up or overclocking, helping
to reduce BIOS failure during overclocking. The SB switch allows for enabling or disabling of the Dual BIOS
function. The LED indicator (MBIOS_LED/BBIOS_LED) shows which BIOS is active.
2: Backup BIOS (Boot from the backup BIOS)
1: Main BIOS (Boot from the main BIOS)
BIOS_SW
2: Single BIOS
1: Dual BIOS
SB

 S
1
2
1
2
MBIOS_LED (The main BIOS is active)
BBIOS_LED (The backup BIOS is active)
BIOS LED Indicators:
MBIOS_LEDBBIOS_LED
Always turn off your computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before using the
SB switch.
B_  BSS
1
2
1
2
SBBIOS_SW
PW_SW
RES_SW
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Voltage Measurement Points
Use a multimeter to measure the following motherboard voltages. You can employ following way to measure
component voltages.
Pin No. Denition
1 power
2 GND
Steps:
Connect the red lead of the multimeter to the pin 1 (Power) of a voltage
measurement point and the black lead to the pin 2 (ground).
B_ 
1
Pin 1 VDIMM_CD
B_ 
1
Pin 1 VCORE
B_ 
1
Pin 1 PCHIC
B_ 
1
Pin 1 VDIMM_AB
PCH_CLDO
B_ 
1
Pin 1
B_ 
1
Pin 1 A_VDD18
VCORE_SOC
B_ 
1
Pin 1
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1-9 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_1/ATX_12V_2
2) ATX
3) OC_PEG
4) CPU_FAN
5) SYS_FAN2/4
6) SYS_FAN5A/5B/6_PUMP
7) CPU_OPT
8) EC_TEMP1/EC_TEMP2
9) D_LED1/D_LED2
10) LED_C1/LED_C2
11) NOISE_SENSOR
12) SATA3 0/1/2/3/4/5/6/7
13) SATA3 8/9
14) M2M/M2Q/M2P/M2C_SOCKET
15) F_PANEL
16) F_AUDIO
17) F_U32C
18) F_U32_1/F_U32_2
19) F_USB
20) TPM
21) BAT
22) THB_C
14
3
1
10
18
19
9
7
14
14
5
6
15
17
21 149 20
12
13
16 10
11
2
4 8
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1/2) ATX_12V_1/ATX_12V_2/ATX (2x4 12V Power Connectors and 2x12 Main Power Connector)
With the use of the power connector, the power supply can supply enough stable power to all the components
on the motherboard. Before connecting the power connector, rst make sure the power supply is turned
off and all devices are properly installed. The power connector possesses a foolproof design. Connect the
power supply cable to the power connector in the correct orientation.
The 12V power connector mainly supplies power to the CPU. If the 12V power connector is not connected,
the computer will not start.
To meet expansion requirements, it is recommended that a power supply that can withstand high
power consumption be used (500W or greater). If a power supply is used that does not provide the
required power, the result can lead to an unstable or unbootable system.
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24
12
ATX
ATX:
Pin No. Pin No.Denition Denition
1 3.3V 13 3.3V
2 3.3V 14 -12V
3 GND 15 GND
4 +5V 16 PS_ON (soft On/Off)
5 GND 17 GND
6 +5V 18 GND
7 GND 19 GND
8 Power Good 20 NC
9 5VSB (stand by +5V) 21 +5V
10 +12V 22 +5V
11 +12V (Only for 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_1/ATX_12V_2:
Pin No. Denition
1 GND (Only for 2x4-pin 12V)
2 GND (Only for 2x4-pin 12V)
3 GND
4 GND
5 +12V (Only for 2x4-pin 12V)
6 +12V (Only for 2x4-pin 12V)
7 +12V
8 +12V
ATX_12V_1/ATX_12V_2
8
4
5
1
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3) OC_PEG (PCIe Power Connector)
The power connector provides auxiliary power to the onboard PCI Express p27-x16 slots. When two or more
graphics cards are installed, we recommend that you connect the power cables from the power supply to
the connectors to ensure system stability.
Pin No. Denition
1 +12V
2 +12V
3 +12V
4 GND
5 GND
6 GND
4/5) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN2/SYS_FAN4 (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 motherboard supports CPU fan speed control, which requires the use of a CPU
fan with fan speed control design. For optimum heat dissipation, it is recommended that a system fan be
installed inside the chassis.
Pin No. Denition
1 GND
2 Voltage Speed Control
3 Sense
4 PWM Speed Control
1
CPU_FAN
DEBUG
1
SYS_FAN2/SYS_FAN4
Be sure to connect fan cables to the fan headers to prevent your CPU and system from overheating.
Overheating may result in damage to the CPU or the system may hang.
Thesefanheadersarenotcongurationjumperblocks.Donotplaceajumpercapontheheaders.
_ BS_
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6) SYS_FAN5A_PUMP/SYS_FAN5B_PUMP/SYS_FAN6_PUMP (System Fan/Water Cooling
Pump Headers)
The fan/pump headers are 4-pin and 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
for a water cooling pump, refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Settings\Smart Fan 5," for more information.
Pin No. Denition
1 GND
2 Voltage Speed Control
3 Sense
4 PWM Speed Control
1
7) 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.
Pin No. Denition
1 GND
2 Voltage Speed Control
3 Sense
4 PWM Speed Control
Be sure to connect fan cables to the fan headers to prevent your CPU and system from overheat-
ing. Overheating may result in damage to the CPU or the system may hang.
Thesefanheadersarenotcongurationjumperblocks.Donotplaceajumpercapontheheaders.
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8) EC_TEMP1/EC_TEMP2 (Temperature Sensor Headers)
Connect the thermistor cables to the headers for temperature detection.
Pin No. Denition
1 SENSOR IN
2 GND
1
Before installing the devices, be sure to turn off the devices and your computer. Unplug the power cord
from the power outlet to prevent damage to the devices.
For how to turn on/off the lights of the LED strip, refer to the instructions on in Chapter 5, "Unique
Features," "APP Center\RGB Fusion."
9) D_LED1/D_LED2 (Addressable LED Strip Headers)
The headers can be used to connect a standard 5050 addressable LED strip, with maximum power rating
of 5A (5V) and maximum number of 1000 LEDs.
Pin No. Denition
1 V(5V)
2 D
3 No Pin
4 G
1
Connect your addressable LED strip to
the header. The power pin (marked with a
triangle on the plug) of the LED strip must
be connected to Pin 1 of the addressable
LED strip header. Incorrect connection
may lead to the damage of the LED strip.
Addressable
LED Strip
Adapter Cable
1
EC_TEMP1
EC_TEMP2
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10) LED_C1/LED_C2 (RGB LED Strip Headers)
The headers can be used to connect a standard 5050 RGB LED strip (12V/G/R/B), with maximum power
rating of 2A (12V) and maximum length of 2m.
Pin No. Denition
1 12V
2 G
3 R
4 B
Connect one end of the RGB LED strip exten-
sion cable to the header and the other end to
your RGB LED strip. The black wire (marked
with a triangle on the plug) of the extension
cable must be connected to Pin 1 (12V) of this
header. The 12V pin (marked with an arrow)
on the other end of the extension cable must
be lined up with the 12V of the LED strip. Be
careful with the connection orientation of the
LED strip; incorrect connection may lead to the
damage of the LED strip.
1
12VR GB
12V
1
RGB LED
Strip
B G 12VR
Before installing the devices, be sure to turn off the devices and your computer. Unplug the power cord
from the power outlet to prevent damage to the devices.
For how to turn on/off the lights of the LED strip, refer to the instructions on in Chapter 5, "Unique
Features," "APP Center\RGB Fusion."
11) NOISE_SENSOR (Noise Detection Header)
This header can be used to connect a noise detection cable to detect the noise inside the case.
Pin No. Denition
1 Noise detection
2 GND
1
Before connecting the cable to the header, make sure to remove the jumper cap; re-place the
jumper cap if the header is not in use.
For more information on the noise detection function, refer to the instructions in Chapter 5, "Unique
Features," "APP Center\System Information Viewer."
Noise detection
cable
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12) SATA3 0/1/2/3/4/5/6/7 (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 AMD Chipset supports RAID 0, RAID 1,
andRAID10.RefertoChapter3,"ConguringaRAIDSet,"forinstructionsonconguringaRAIDarray.
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SATA3
6 4 2 0
7 5 3 1
Pin No. Denition
1 GND
2 TXP
3 TXN
4 GND
5 RXN
6 RXP
7 GND
13) SATA3 8/9 (SATA 6Gb/s Connectors, Controlled by ASMedia® SATA 6Gb/s Controller)
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.
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SATA3
8
9
Pin No. Denition
1 GND
2 TXP
3 TXN
4 GND
5 RXN
6 RXP
7 GND
To enable hot-plugging for the SATA ports, refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Settings\IO Ports\
SATAConguration,"formoreinformation.
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80110
M2Q
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
M2M
80110 60
Follow the steps below to correctly install an M.2 SSD in the M.2 connector.
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M2P
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M2C_SOCKET
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14) M2M/M2Q/M2P/M2C_SOCKET (M.2 Socket 3 Connectors)
 TheM.2connectorssupportM.2SATASSDsandM.2PCIeSSDsandsupportRAIDconguration.Please
note that an M.2 PCIe SSD cannot be used to create a RAID set with an M.2 SSD or a SATA hard drive.
RefertoChapter3,"ConguringaRAIDSet,"forinstructionsonconguringaRAIDarray.
Step 2:
If you want to install the M.2 SSD in the M2P or
M2C_SOCKET connector, use a screwdriver to
unfasten the four screws from the heatsink as
indicated in the picture above and then remove
the heatsink.
Step 1:
Get a screw and a standoff from the included M.2
screw and standoff packs. If you want to install
the M.2 SSD in the M2M or M2Q connector, use
a screwdriver to unfasten the four screws from the
heatsink as indicated in the picture above and then
remove the heatsink.
Step 3:
Locate the proper mounting hole for the M.2 SSD to be installed and
thentightenthestandoffrst.InserttheM.2SSDintotheM.2connector
at an angle. Press the M.2 SSD down and then secure it with the screw.
Replace the heatsink and secure it to the original hole.
Select the proper hole for the M.2 SSD to be installed and refasten the screw and standoff.
Makesuretoremovetheprotectivelmfromthebottomoftheheatsinkbeforereplacingthe
heatsink.
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Installation Notices for the M.2 and SATA Connectors:
Due to the limited number of lanes provided by the Chipset, the availability of the SATA connectors may be
affected by the type of device installed in the M2C_SOCKET. The M2C_SOCKET connector shares bandwidth
with the SATA3 4, 5, 6, 7 connectors. Refer to the following table for details.
M2C_SOCKET
SATA3 0 SATA3 1 SATA3 4 SATA3 5 SATA3 6 SATA3 7
M.2 SATA SSD a a r r a a
M.2 PCIe SSD
a a rrrr
No M.2 SSD Installed a a a a a a
a r: Available, : Not available
Connector
Type of
M.2 SSD
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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.
System Status LED
S0 On
S3/S4/S5 Off
PW (Power Switch, Red):
 Connectstothepowerswitchonthechassisfrontpanel.Youmaycongurethewaytoturnoffyour
system using the power switch (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Settings\Platform Power," for more
information).
SPEAK (Speaker, Orange):
Connects to the speaker on the chassis front panel. The system reports system startup status by issuing
a beep code. One single short beep will be heard if no problem is detected at system startup.
HD (Hard Drive Activity LED, Blue):
Connects to the hard drive activity LED on the chassis front panel. The LED is on when the hard drive
is reading or writing data.
RES (Reset Switch, Green):
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, Gray):
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 (Orange): No Connection.
PLED/PWR_LED (Power LED, Yellow/Purple):
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).
15) F_PANEL (Front Panel Header)
Connect one end of the front panel extension cable to this header and connect the power switch, reset
switch, speaker, chassis intrusion switch/sensor and system status indicator on the chassis front panel to
the other end. Note the positive and negative pins before connecting the cables.
+' 5(6 ,& 3:5B/('
Front panel exten-
sion cable
NC
NC
Power LED
1
2
19
20
CI-
CI+
PWR_LED-
PWR_LED+
PLED-
PW-
SPEAK+
SPEAK-
PLED+
PW+
Power LED
HD-
RES+
HD+
RES-
Hard Drive
Activity LED
Reset
Switch Chassis Intrusion
Header
Power Switch Speaker
PWR_LED-
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16) F_AUDIO (Front Panel Audio Header)
 ThefrontpanelaudioheadersupportsHighDenitionaudio(HD).Youmayconnectyourchassisfront
panel audio module to this header. Make sure the wire assignments of the module connector match the
pin assignments of the motherboard header. Incorrect connection between the module connector and the
motherboard header will make the device unable to work or even damage it.
Pin No. Denition
1 MIC2_L
2 GND
3 MIC2_R
4 NC
5 LINE2_R
6 Sense
7 FAUDIO_JD
8 No Pin
9 LINE2_L
10 Sense
9 1
10 2
Some chassis provide a front panel audio module that has separated connectors on each wire
instead of a single plug. For information about connecting the front panel audio module that has
different wire assignments, please contact the chassis manufacturer.
17) F_U32C (USB Type-C
Header with USB 3.2 Gen 2 Support)
 TheheaderconformstoUSB3.2Gen2specicationandcanprovideoneUSBport.
Pin No. Pin No.Denition Denition
1 VBUS VBUS11
2 TX1+ 12 TX2+
3 TX1- 13 TX2-
4 GND 14 GND
5 RX1+ 15 RX2+
6 RX1- 16 RX2-
7 VBUS 17 GND
8 CC1 18 D-
9 NC 19 D+
10 NC 20 CC2
20
10 11
1
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18) F_U32_1/F_U32_20 (USB 3.2 Gen 1 Headers)
 TheheadersconformtoUSB3.2Gen1andUSB2.0specicationandcanprovidetwoUSBports.For
purchasing the optional 3.5" front panel that provides two USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports, please contact the local
dealer.
Pin No. Pin No.Denition Denition
1 VBUS D2+11
2 SSRX1- 12 D2-
3 SSRX1+ 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
Prior to installing the USB front panel, be sure to turn off your computer and unplug the power cord
from the power outlet to prevent damage to the USB front panel.
20
110
11
19) F_USB (USB 2.0/1.1 Headers)
Connect one end of the front USB header extension cable to this header and the other ends to two USB
brackets.TheheadersconformtoUSB2.0/1.1specication.EachUSBheadercanprovidetwoUSBports
via an optional USB bracket. For purchasing the optional USB bracket, please contact the local dealer.
Pin No. Denition
1 Power (5V)
2 Power (5V)
3 USB DX-
4 USB DY-
5 USB DX+
6 USB DY+
7 GND
8 GND
9 No Pin
10 NC
Front USB header
extension cable
10
9
2
1
Only the USB ports routed to the F_U32_1 connector support USB TurboCharger. Enabling this
function requires software support. The maximum power output of this connector may vary de-
pending on the power management mechanism for the USB cable and charging device used. For
more information on USB TurboCharger, refer to the instructions in Chapter 5, "Unique Features."
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.
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20) TPM (Trusted Platform Module Header)
You may connect a TPM (Trusted Platform Module) to this header.
11 1
Pin No. Denition
1 LAD0
2 VCC3
3 LAD1
4 No Pin
5 LAD2
6 LCLK
7 LAD3
8 GND
9 LFRAME
10 NC
11 SERIRQ
12 LRESET
12 2
21) BAT (Battery)
 Thebatteryprovidespowertokeepthevalues(suchasBIOScongurations,date,andtimeinformation)
in the CMOS when the computer is turned off. Replace the battery when the battery voltage drops to a low
level, or the CMOS values may not be accurate or may be lost.
You may clear the CMOS values by removing the battery:
1. Turn off your computer and unplug the power cord.
2. Gently remove the battery from the battery holder and wait for one minute.
(Or use a metal object like a screwdriver to touch the positive and nega-
tive terminals of the battery holder, making them short for 5 seconds.)
3. Replace the battery.
4. Plug in the power cord and restart your computer.
Always turn off your computer and unplug the power cord before replacing the battery.
Replace the battery with an equivalent one. Damage to your devices may occur if the battery is
replaced with an incorrect model.
Contact the place of purchase or local dealer if you are not able to replace the battery by yourself
or uncertain about the battery model.
When installing the battery, note the orientation of the positive side (+) and the negative side (-)
of the battery (the positive side should face up).
Used batteries must be handled in accordance with local environmental regulations.
_U
_
S3 BSSS U F
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22) THB_C (GIGABYTE Add-in Card Connector)
This connector is for a GIGABYTE add-in card.
1
BIOS Setup
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BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) records hardware parameters of the system in the CMOS on the
motherboard. Its major functions include conducting the Power-On Self-Test (POST) during system startup,
saving system parameters and loading operating system, etc. BIOS includes a BIOS Setup program that allows
theusertomodifybasicsystemcongurationsettingsortoactivatecertainsystemfeatures.
When the power is turned off, the battery on the motherboard supplies the necessary power to the CMOS to
keepthecongurationvaluesintheCMOS.
To access the BIOS Setup program, press the <Delete> key during the POST when the power is turned on.
To upgrade the BIOS, use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash or @BIOS utility.
Q-Flash allows the user to quickly and easily upgrade or back up BIOS without entering the operating system.
@BIOS is a Windows-based utility that searches and downloads the latest version of BIOS from the Internet
and updates the BIOS.
For instructions on using the Q-Flash and @BIOS utilities, refer to Chapter 5, "BIOS Update Utilities."
Chapter 2 BIOS Setup
BecauseBIOSashing ispotentiallyrisky,if youdonot encounterproblemsusing thecurrent
versionofBIOS, itisrecommended thatyounot ashtheBIOS.To ashtheBIOS, doitwith
caution.InadequateBIOSashingmayresultinsystemmalfunction.
It is recommended that you not alter the default settings (unless you need to) to prevent system
instability or other unexpected results. Inadequately altering the settings may result in system's
failure to boot. If this occurs, try to clear the CMOS values and reset the board to default values.
(Refer to the "Load Optimized Defaults" section in this chapter or introductions of the battery or
the clear CMOS button in Chapter 1 for how to clear the CMOS values.)
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2-1 Startup Screen
The following startup Logo screen will appear when the computer boots.
Function Keys:
<DEL>: BIOS SETUP\Q-FLASH
Press the <Delete> key to enter BIOS Setup or to access the Q-Flash utility in BIOS Setup.
<F12>: BOOT MENU
 BootMenuallowsyoutosettherstbootdevicewithoutenteringBIOSSetup.InBootMenu,usetheup
arrow key < > or the down arrow key <h i>toselecttherstbootdevice,thenpress<Enter>toaccept.
The system will boot from the device immediately.
Note: The setting in Boot Menu is effective for one time only. After system restart, the device boot order
will still be based on BIOS Setup settings.
<END>: Q-FLASH
 Pressthe<End>keytoaccesstheQ-FlashutilitydirectlywithouthavingtoenterBIOSSetuprst.
Function Keys
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2-2 The Main Menu
Advanced Mode
The Advanced Mode provides detailed BIOS settings. You can press the arrow keys on your keyboard to move
among the items and press <Enter> to accept or enter a sub-menu. Or you can use your mouse to select the
item you want.
(Sample BIOS Version: T0d)
Hardware
Information
Option Description Current Settings
Setup Menus
Conguration
Items
System
Time
Quick Access Bar allows you to quickly move to
the General Help, Easy Mode, Smart Fan 5, or
Q-Flash screen.
Advanced Mode Function Keys
< >< >f g Move the selection bar to select a setup menu
< >< >h i Movetheselectionbartoselectancongurationitemonamenu
<Enter>/Double Click Execute command or enter a menu
<+>/<Page Up> Increase the numeric value or make changes
<->/<Page Down> Decrease the numeric value or make changes
<F1> Show descriptions of the function keys
<F2> Switch to Easy Mode
<F3> SavethecurrentBIOSsettingstoaprole
<F4> LoadtheBIOSsettingsfromaprolecreatedbefore
<F5> Restore the previous BIOS settings for the current submenus
<F6> Display the Smart Fan 5 screen
<F7> Load the Optimized BIOS default settings for the current submenus
<F8> Access the Q-Flash utility
<F10> Save all the changes and exit the BIOS Setup program
<F11> Switch to the Favorites submenu
<F12> Capture the current screen as an image and save it to your USB drive
<Insert> Add or remove a favorite option
<Ctrl>+<S> Display information on the installed memory
<Esc> Main Menu: Exit the BIOS Setup program
Submenus: Exit current submenu
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B. Easy Mode
Easy Mode allows users to quickly view their current system information or to make adjustments for optimum
performance.InEasyMode,youcanuseyourmousetomovethroughcongurationitems.TheAdvanced
Mode provides detailed BIOS settings.
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2-3 Favorites (F11)
Set your frequently used options as your favorites and use the <F11> key to quickly switch to the page where
all of your favorite options are located. To add or remove a favorite option, go to its original page and press
<Insert> on the option. The option is marked with a star sign if set as a "favorite."
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2-4 Tweaker
Whether the system will work stably with the overclock/overvoltage settings you made is dependent
onyouroverallsystemcongurations.Incorrectlydoingoverclock/overvoltagemayresultindamage
to CPU, chipset, or memory and reduce the useful life of these components. This page is for advanced
users only and we recommend you not to alter the default settings to prevent system instability or
other unexpected results. (Inadequately altering the settings may result in system's failure to boot. If
this occurs, clear the CMOS values and reset the board to default values.)
&CPU Clock Control
Allows you to manually set the CPU base clock in 0.01 MHz increments. (Default: Auto)
It is highly recommended that the CPU frequency be set in accordance with the CPU Important:
speci cations.
&Spread Spectrum Control
Enables or disables CPU/PCIe Spread Spectrum. (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.
Advanced CPU Settings
&Core Performance Boost
Allows you to determine whether to enable the Core Performance Boost (CPB) technology, a CPU
performance-boost technology. (Default: Auto)
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(Note) This item is present only when you install a CPU and a memory module that support this feature.
&SVM Mode
Virtualization enhanced by Virtualization Technology will allow a platform to run multiple operating systems
and applications in independent partitions. With virtualization, one computer system can function as multiple
virtual systems. (Default: Disabled)
&Global C-state Control
Allows you to determine whether to let the CPU enter C states. When enabled, the CPU core frequency
will be reduced during system halt state to decrease power consumption. (Default: Auto)
&Power Supply Idle Control
Enables or disables Package C6 State.
Typical Current Idle Disables this function.
Low Current Idle Enables this function.
Auto    LetstheBIOSautomaticallycongurethissetting.(Default)
&CCD Control
Sets the number of CCDs to be used. (Default: Auto)
&Downcore Control
Allows you to select the number of CPU cores to enable (the number of CPU cores may vary by CPU).
(Default: Auto)
&SMT Mode
Allows you to enable or disable the CPU Simultaneous Multi-Threading technology. (Default: Auto)
&ExtremeMemoryProle(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)
Prole1  UsesProle1settings.
Prole2(Note)  UsesProle2settings.
&XMP High Frequency Support (Note)
 Allowsyoutoselectthecompatibilitylevelforhigh-frequencymemory.Thisitemiscongurableonlywhen
ExtremeMemoryProle(X.M.P.) Prole1 Prole2 is set to or . (Default: Auto)
&System Memory Multiplier
Allows you to set the system memory multiplier. sets memory multiplier according to memory SPD Auto
data. (Default: Auto)
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Advanced Memory Settings
Memory Subtimings
d Standard Timing Control, Advanced Timing Control, CAD Bus Setup Timing,
 CADBusDriveStrength,DataBusConguration
 Thesesectionsprovidememorytimingsettings.The respectivetimingsettingscreensarecongurable
only when is set to . Note: Your system may become unstable or fail to boot Memory Timing Mode Manual
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.
SPD Info
Displays information on the installed memory.
&
CPU Vcore/Dynamic Vcore(DVID)/VCORE SOC/Dynamic VCORE SOC(DVID)/CPU
VDD18/CPU VDDP/PCH_CLDO/PM_1VSOC/PM_1V8/DRAM Voltage (CH A/B)/DDRVPP
Voltage (CH A/B)/DRAM Termination (CH A/B)/DRAM Voltage (CH C/D)/DRAM
Termination (CH C/D)
These items allow you to adjust the CPU Vcore and memory voltages.
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CPU/VRM Settings
 ThissubmenuallowsyoutocongureLoad-LineCalibrationlevel,over-voltageprotectionlevel,over-current
protection level, and PWM phases.
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2-5 Settings
&AC BACK
Determines the state of the system after the return of power from an AC power loss.
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.
Always Off The system stays off upon the return of the AC power. (Default)
&ErP
Determines whether to let the system consume least power in S5 (shutdown) state. (Default: Disabled)
Note: When this item is set to , the following functions will become unavailable: Resume by Alarm, Enabled
power on by mouse, and power on by keyboard.
&Soft-Off by PWR-BTTN
 ConguresthewaytoturnoffthecomputerinMS-DOSmodeusingthepowerbutton.
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.
Platform Power
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&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 Auto. letstheBIOSautomaticallycongurethis
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:
Wakeupday:Turnonthesystemataspecictimeoneachdayoronaspecicdayinamonth.
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
Enables or disables the wake on LAN function. (Default: Enabled)
IO Ports
&Initial Display Output
 SpeciestherstinitiationofthemonitordisplayfromtheinstalledPCIExpressgraphicscard.
PCIe1Slot SetsthegraphicscardonthePCIEX16_1slotastherstdisplay.(Default)
PCIe2Slot SetsthegraphicscardonthePCIEX8_1slotastherstdisplay.
PCIe3Slot SetsthegraphicscardonthePCIEX16_2slotastherstdisplay.
PCIe4Slot SetsthegraphicscardonthePCIEX8_2slotastherstdisplay.
&PCIEX16_1 Bifurcation
Allows you to determine how the bandwidth of the PCIEX16_1 slot is divided. Options: Auto, x16,
x4x4x4x4. (Default: Auto)
&PCIEX8_1 Bifurcation
Allows you to determine how the bandwidth of the PCIEX8_1 slot is divided. Options: Auto, x8, x4x4.
(Default: Auto)
&PCIEX16_2 Bifurcation
Allows you to determine how the bandwidth of the PCIEX16_2 slot is divided. Options: Auto, x16,
x4x4x4x4. (Default: Auto)
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&PCIEX8_2 Bifurcation
Allows you to determine how the bandwidth of the PCIEX8_2 slot is divided. Options: Auto, x8, x4x4.
(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 if more than one advanced graphics card are installed and Enabled
their drivers are not able to be launched when entering the operating system (because of the limited 4 GB
memory address space). (Default: Disabled)
&Onboard LAN Controller
Enables or disables the onboard 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.
USBConguration
&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: Enabled)
&USB Mass Storage Driver Support
Enables or disables support for USB storage devices. (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
for USB keyboards/mice in MS-DOS or in operating system that does not natively support USB devices.
(Default: Enabled)
&Mass Storage Devices
Displays a list of connected USB mass storage devices. This item appears only when a USB storage device
is installed.
SATAConguration
&SATA Mode
 EnablesordisablesRAIDfortheintegratedSATAcontrollersorcongurestheSATAcontrollerstoAHCI
mode.
RAID Enables RAID for the SATA controller.
AHCI  Conguresthe SATAcontrollerstoAHCImode.AdvancedHostControllerInterface
(AHCI)isaninterfacespecicationthatallowsthestoragedrivertoenableadvanced
Serial ATA features such as Native Command Queuing and hot plug. (Default)
&NVMe RAID mode
 AllowsyoutodeterminewhethertouseyourNVMePCIeSSDstocongureRAID.(Default:Disabled)
&Chipset SATA Port Enable
Enables or disables the integrated SATA controllers. (Default: Enabled)
&Chipset SATA Port Hot plug
Enables or disable the hot plug capability for each SATA port. (Default: Disabled)
&Chipset SATA Port 0/1/2/3/4/5/6/7
Displays the information of the connected SATA device(s).
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NetworkStackConguration
&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
 EnablesordisablesIPv4PXESupport.ThisitemiscongurableonlywhenNetwork Stack is enabled.
&Ipv4 HTTP Support
 EnablesordisablesHTTPbootsupportforIPv4.ThisitemiscongurableonlywhenNetwork Stack is
enabled.
&Ipv6 PXE Support
 EnablesordisablesIPv6PXESupport.ThisitemiscongurableonlywhenNetwork Stack is enabled.
&Ipv6 HTTP Support
 EnablesordisablesHTTPbootsupportforIPv6.ThisitemiscongurableonlywhenNetwork Stack is
enabled.
&IPSECCerticate
 EnablesordisablestheInternetProtocolSecurity.ThisitemiscongurableonlywhenNetwork Stack is
enabled.
&PXE boot wait time
 Allowsyoutocongurehowlongtowaitbeforeyoucanpress<Esc>toabortthePXEboot.
&Media detect count
Allows you to set the number of times to check the presence of media.
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Miscellaneous
&LEDs in System Power On State
Allows you to enable or disable motherboard LED lighting when the system is on.
Off Disables the selected lighting mode when the system is on.
On Enables the selected lighting mode when the system is on. (Default)
&LEDs in Sleep, Hibernation, and Soft Off States
Allows you to set the lighting mode of the motherboard LEDs in system S3/S4/S5 state.
 ThisitemiscongurablewhenLEDs in System Power On State On is set to .
Off Disables the selected lighting mode when the system enters S3/S4/S5 state. (Default)
On Enables the selected lighting mode when the system enters S3/S4/S5 state.
&Onboard Button Light
Allows you to enable or disable the LED lighting of the onboard buttons when the system is on.
(Default: On)
&Onboard Debug Port LED
Allows you to enable or disable the LED lighting of the motherboard debug LEDs when the system is on.
(Default: On)
&PCIeSlotConguration
Allows you to set the operation mode of the PCI Express slots to Gen 1, Gen 2, Gen 3, or Gen 4. Actual
operationmodeissubjecttothehardwarespecicationofeachslot.Auto lets the BIOS automatically
congurethissetting.(Default:Auto)
&3DMark01 Enhancement
Allows you to determine whether to enhance some legacy benchmark performance. (Default: Disabled)
&IOMMU
Enables or disables AMD IOMMU support. (Default: Auto)
&AMD CPU fTPM
Enables or disables the TPM 2.0 function integrated in the AMD CPU. (Default: Disabled)
Trusted Computing
Enables or disables Trusted Platform Module (TPM).
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AMD CBS
 Thissub-menuprovidesAMDCBS-relatedcongurationoptions.
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PC Health
&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 Open eldwill
show "No" at next boot.
&Case Open
Displays the detection status of the chassis intrusion detection device attached to the motherboard CI
header.Ifthesystemchassiscoverisremoved,thiseldwillshow"Yes",otherwiseitwillshow"No".To
clear the chassis intrusion status record, set to , save the settings to Reset Case Open Status Enabled
the CMOS, and then restart your system.
& CPU Vcore/CPU VCORE SOC/CPU VDD18/DRAM Channel A/B Voltage/DRAM
Channel C/D Voltage/DDRVPP Channel A/B Voltage/DDRVPP Channel C/D Voltage/
+3.3V/+5V/Chipset Core/+12V
Displays the current system voltages.
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Smart Fan 5
&Monitor
Allows you to select a target to monitor and to make further adjustment. (Default: CPU FAN)
&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/Pump 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.
PWM PWM mode is recommended for a 4-pin fan/pump.
&Fan/Pump Stop
Enables or disables the fan/pump stop function. You can set the temperature limit using the temperature
curve. The fan or pump stops operation when the temperature is lower than the limit. (Default: Disabled)
&Temperature
Displays the current temperature of the selected target area.
&Fan Speed
Displays current fan/pump speeds.
&Flow Rate
 Displaystheowrateofyourwatercoolingsystem.
&Temperature Warning
Sets the warning threshold for temperature. When temperature exceeds the threshold, BIOS will emit
warning sound. Options are: Disabled (default), 60oC/140oF, 70oC/158oF, 80oC/176oF, 90oC/194oF.
&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)
(Note) The SYS_FAN5A_PUMP option can control the SYS_FAN5A_PUMP and SYS_FAN5B_PUMP
connectors at the same time.
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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
Sets the system date. The date format is week (read-only), month, date, and year. Use <Enter> to switch
betweentheMonth,Date,andYeareldsandusethe<PageUp>or<PageDown>keytosetthedesired
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>toswitchbetweentheHour,Minute,andSecondeldsandusethe<PageUp>or<PageDown>
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 .) The Administrator level allows you to make changes to all Administrator
BIOS settings; the User level only allows you to make changes to certain BIOS settings but not all.
Plug in Devices Info
Displays information on your SATA, PCI Express, and M.2 devices if installed.
Q-Flash
 AllowsyoutoaccesstheQ-FlashutilitytoupdatetheBIOSorbackupthecurrentBIOSconguration.
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2-7 Boot
&Boot Option Priorities
 Speciestheoverallbootorderfromtheavailabledevices.RemovablestoragedevicesthatsupportGPT
formatwillbeprexedwith"UEFI:"stringonthebootdevicelist.Tobootfromanoperatingsystemthat
supportsGPTpartitioning,selectthedeviceprexedwith"UEFI:"string.
Or if you want to install an operating system that supports GPT partitioning such as Windows 10 64-bit,
selecttheopticaldrivethatcontainstheWindows1064-bitinstallationdiscandisprexedwith"UEFI:"
string.
&Bootup NumLock State
Enables or disables Numlock feature on the numeric keypad of the keyboard after the POST. (Default: On)
&Security Option
 Specieswhetherapasswordisrequiredeverytimethesystemboots,oronlywhenyouenterBIOSSetup.
Afterconguringthisitem,setthepassword(s)undertheAdministrator 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. skips the Disabled
GIGABYTE Logo when the system starts up. (Default: Enabled)
&Fast Boot
Enables or disables Fast Boot to shorten the OS boot process. provides the fastest bootup Ultra Fast
speed. (Default: Disabled)
&SATA Support
Last Boot SATA Devices Only Except for the previous boot drive, all SATA devices are disabled
before the OS boot process completes. (Default)
All SATA Devices All SATA devices are functional in the operating system and during the POST.
 ThisitemiscongurableonlywhenFast Boot Enabled Ultra Fast is set to or .
&NVMe Support
Allows you to enable or disable NVMe device(s). (Default: Enabled)
 ThisitemiscongurableonlywhenFast Boot Enabled Ultra Fast is set to or .
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& VGA Support
Allows you to select which type of operating system to boot.
Auto Enables legacy option ROM only.
EFI Driver Enables EFI option ROM. (Default)
ThisitemiscongurableonlywhenFast Boot Enabled Ultra Fast is set to or .
& 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.
(Default)
Partial Initial Part of the USB devices are disabled before the OS boot process completes.
ThisitemiscongurableonlywhenFast Boot Fast Boot is set to Enabled. This function is disabled when
is set to .Ultra Fast
& NetWork Stack Driver Support
Disabled Disables booting from the network. (Default)
Enabled Enables booting from the network.
ThisitemiscongurableonlywhenFast Boot Enabled Ultra Fast is set to or .
& CSM Support
Enables or disables UEFI CSM (Compatibility Support Module) to support a legacy PC boot process.
Disabled Disables UEFI CSM and supports UEFI BIOS boot process only.
Enabled Enables UEFI CSM. (Default)
& LAN PXE Boot Option ROM
Allows you to select whether to enable the legacy option ROM for the LAN controller. (Default: Disabled)
ThisitemiscongurableonlywhenCSM Support Enabled is set to .
& Storage Boot Option Control
Allows you to select whether to enable the UEFI or legacy option ROM for the storage device controller.
Disabled Disables option ROM.
UEFI Only Enables UEFI option ROM only. (Default)
Legacy Only Enables legacy option ROM only.
ThisitemiscongurableonlywhenCSM Support Enabled is set to .
& 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 Disables option ROM.
UEFI Only Enables UEFI option ROM only. (Default)
Legacy Only Enables legacy option ROM only.
ThisitemiscongurableonlywhenCSM Support Enabled is set to .
& Administrator Password
 Allowsyoutocongureanadministratorpassword.Press<Enter>onthisitem,typethepassword,and
thenpress<Enter>.Youwillberequestedtoconrmthepassword.Typethepasswordagainandpress
<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.
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& User Password
 Allowsyoutocongureauserpassword.Press<Enter>onthisitem,typethepassword,andthenpress
<Enter>.Youwillberequestedtoconrmthepassword.Typethepasswordagainandpress<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
thecorrectonerst.Whenpromptedforanewpassword,press<Enter>withoutenteringanypassword.
Press<Enter>againwhenpromptedtoconrm.
 NOTE:BeforesettingtheUserPassword,besuretosettheAdministratorPasswordrst.
 Secure Boot
 AllowsyoutoenableordisableSecureBootandcongurerelatedsettings.Thisitemiscongurableonly
when is set to .CSM Support Disabled
& Preferred Operating Mode
Allows you to select whether to enter Easy mode or Advanced mode after entering BIOS Setup. Auto
enters the BIOS mode where it was last time. (Default: Auto)
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2-8 Save & Exit
& Save & Exit Setup
Press <Enter> on this item and select . This saves the changes to the CMOS and exits the BIOS Setup Yes
program. Select or press <Esc> to return to the BIOS Setup Main Menu.No
& Exit Without Saving
Press <Enter> on this item and select . This exits the BIOS Setup without saving the changes made Yes
in BIOS Setup to the CMOS. Select or press <Esc> to return to the BIOS Setup Main Menu.No
& Load Optimized Defaults
Press <Enter> on this item and select to load the optimal BIOS default settings. The BIOS defaults Yes
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
toconrm.Yoursystemwillrestartautomaticallyandbootfromthatdevice.
& SaveProles
 ThisfunctionallowsyoutosavethecurrentBIOSsettingstoaprole.Youcancreateupto8prolesand
saveasSetupProle1~SetupProle8.Press<Enter>tocomplete.OryoucanselectSelect File in
HDD/FDD/USBtosavetheproletoyourstoragedevice.
& LoadProles
If your system becomes unstable and you have loaded the BIOS default settings, you can use this function
toload theBIOS settingsfrom aprole createdbefore, withoutthe hasslesof reconguringtheBIOS
settings.Firstselecttheproleyouwishtoloadandthenpress<Enter>tocomplete.YoucanselectSelect
File in HDD/FDD/USBtoinputtheprolepreviouslycreatedfromyourstoragedeviceorloadtheprole
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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Conguring a RAID Set
TocongureSATAharddrive(s),followthestepsbelow:
A. Install hard drive(s) in your computer.
B. CongureSATAcontrollermodeinBIOSSetup.
C. CongureaRAIDarrayinRAIDBIOS
(Note 1)
D. Install the SATA RAID/AHCI driver and operating system
Before you begin
At least two SATA hard drives or SSDs
(Note 2)
(to ensure optimal performance, it is recommended that you
use two hard drives with identical model and capacity).
(Note 3)
A Windows setup disc.
AORUSUSBashdrivewithdrivers.
3-1 ConguringSATAControllers
A. Installing SATA hard drive(s) in your computer
Install the hard drives/SSDs in the SATA/M.2 connectors on the motherboard. Then connect the power
connectors from your power supply to the hard drives.
RAID Levels
RAID 0 RAID 1 RAID 10
Minimum Number of
Hard Drives ≥2 2 4
Array Capacity Number of hard drives *
Size of the smallest drive
Size of the smallest drive (Number of hard drives/2) *
Size of the smallest drive
Fault Tolerance No Yes Yes
(Note 1) Skip this step if you do not want to create RAID array on the SATA controller.
(Note 2) An M.2 PCIe SSD cannot be used to set up a RAID set either with an M.2 SATA SSD or a SATA hard drive.
(Note 3) Refer to "Internal Connectors," for the installation notices for the M.2, and SATA connectors.
Chapter3 ConguringaRAIDSet
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Conguring a RAID Set
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.
B.ConguringSATAcontrollermodeinBIOSSetup
MakesuretoconguretheSATAcontrollermodecorrectlyinsystemBIOSSetup.
Step:
Turn on your computer and press <Delete> to enter BIOS Setup during the POST (Power-On Self-Test). Under
Settings\IO Ports, set SATAConguration\SATAMode to RAID (Figure 1). Then save the settings and restart
yourcomputer.(IfyouwanttouseNVMePCIeSSDstocongureRAID,makesuretosetNVMe RAID mode to
Enabled. Then set how the bandwidth of the PCIe slot you use is divided. Save the changes and exit BIOS Setup. )
C.UEFIRAIDConguration
Step 1:
In BIOS Setup, go to Boot and set to (Figure 2). Save the changes and exit BIOS Setup.CSM Support Disabled
Figure 1
Figure 2
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Conguring a RAID Set
Step 2:
After the system reboot, enter BIOS Setup again. Then enter the Settings\IOPorts\RAIDXpert2Conguration
Utility sub-menu (Figure 3).
Step 3:
OntheRAIDXpert2CongurationUtilityscreen,press<Enter>onArray Management to enter the Create
Array screen. Then, select a RAID level (Figure 4). RAID levels supported include RAID 0, RAID 1, and RAID
10 (the selections available depend on the number of the hard drives being installed). Next, press <Enter> on
Select Physical Disks Select Physical Disks to enter the screen.
Figure 3
Figure 4
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Conguring a RAID Set
Step 4:
On the screen, select the hard drives to be included in the RAID array and set them to Select Physical Disks
Enabled. Next, use the down arrow key to move to and press <Enter> (Figure 5).Then return Apply Changes
to the previous screen and set the Array Size, Array Size Unit, Read Cache Policy Write Cache Policy and .
Step 5:
After setting the capacity, move to and press <Enter> to begin. (Figure 6)Create Array
Figure 5
Figure 6
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Conguring a RAID Set
After completing, you'll be brought back to the screen. Under Array Management Manage Array Properties
you can see the new RAID volume and information on RAID level, array name, array capacity, etc. (Figure 7)
Delete RAID Volume
To delete a RAID array, select the array to be deleted on the RAIDXpert2 Conguration Utility\Array
Management\Delete Array Delete Arrayscreen. Press <Enter> on to enter the Delete screen. Then set
Conrmto and press <Enter> on (Figure 8). Enabled Yes
Figure 7
Figure 8
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3-2 Installing the SATA RAID/AHCI Driver and Operating System
With the correct BIOS settings, you are ready to install the operating system.
A. Installing Windows
As some operating systems already include SATA RAID/AHCI driver, you do not need to install separate RAID/
AHCI driver during the Windows installation process. After the operating system is installed, we recommend
that you install all required drivers from the AORUSUSBashdrivewithdrivers using "Xpress Install" to ensure
system performance and compatibility. If the operating system to be installed requires that you provide additional
SATA RAID/AHCI driver during the OS installation process, please refer to the steps below:
Step 2:
Boot from the Windows setup disc and perform standard OS installation steps. When the screen requesting you
to load the driver appears, select .Browse
Step 3:
Insert the AORUSUSBashdrivewithdrivers and then browse to the location of the driver. The location of
the driver is as follows:
Windows 64-bit: \Hw10\RAID\x64
Step 4:
When a screen as shown in Figure 1 appears, select AMD-RAID Bottom DevicerstandclickNext to load the
driver. Then select AMD-RAID Controller and click Next to load the driver. Finally, continue the OS installation.
Figure 1
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Conguring a RAID Set
B. Rebuilding an Array
Rebuilding is the process of restoring data to a hard drive from other drives in the array. Rebuilding applies
only to fault-tolerant arrays such as RAID 1 and RAID 10 arrays. To replace the old drive, make sure to use a
new drive of equal or greater capacity. The procedures below assume a new drive is added to replace a failed
drive to rebuild a RAID 1 array.
While in the operating system, make sure the Chipset and RAID drivers have been installed from the AORUS
USBashdrivewithdrivers.Thendouble-clicktheRAIDXpert2 icon on the desktop to launch the RAID utility.
Step 1:
Enter the login ID and password (default: "admin"),
and then click to launch .Submit AMD RAIDXpert2
Step 2:
In the section, left-click your mouse Disk Devices
twice on the newly-added hard drive.
Step 3:
On the next screen, select Assign as Global Spare
and click . Conrm
Step 4:
During the rebuild process, you can select the array
that is being built (displayed in red) in the Active
Volumes section to check the current progress.
Step 5:
Then rebuild is complete when the Task State
column shows "COMPLETED."
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Drivers Installation
4-1 Drivers & Software
Chapter 4 Drivers Installation
Beforeinstallingthedrivers,rstinstalltheoperatingsystem.
Afterinstallingtheoperatingsystem,inserttheAORUSUSBashdrivewithdriversintoyour
computer. Click on the message "Tap to choose what happens with this disc" on the top-right
corner of the screen and select "Run .exe." (Or go to My Computer, double-click the optical Run
drive and execute the Run.exe program.)
Please ignore the popup dialog box(es) (e.g. the Found New Hardware Wizard) displayed
when "Xpress Install" is installing the drivers. Failure to do so may affect the driver installation.
Some device drivers will restart your system automatically during the driver installation. After the
system restart, "Xpress Install" will continue to install other drivers.
"Xpress Install" will automatically scan your system and then list all of the drivers that are recommended to
install. You can click the button and "Xpress Install" will install all of the selected drivers. Or Xpress Install
click the arrow icon to individually install the drivers you need.
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4-3 Information
This page provides detailed information on the drivers on the driver disk. The page provides Contact
contact information of the GIGABYTE Taiwan headquarter. You can click the URL on this page to link to the
GIGABYTEwebsitetocheckmoreinformationontheGIGABYTEheadquarterorworldwidebranchofces.
4-2 Application Software
This page displays the apps that GIGABYTE develops and some free software. You can select the apps
you want and click the Install icon to begin the installation.
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Chapter 5 Unique Features
BecauseBIOSashingispotentiallyrisky,pleasedoitwithcaution.InadequateBIOSashingmay
result in system malfunction.
5-1-1 Updating the BIOS with the Q-Flash Utility
A. Before You Begin
1. FromGIGABYTE'swebsite,downloadthelatestcompressedBIOSupdatelethatmatchesyourmotherboard
model.
2. ExtracttheleandsavethenewBIOSle(e.g.TRX40AORUSXTREME.F1)toyourUSBashdrive,orhard
drive.Note:TheUSBashdriveorharddrivemustuseFAT32/16/12lesystem.
3. Restart the system. During the POST, press the <End> key to enter Q-Flash. Note: You can access Q-Flash
by either pressing the <End> key during the POST or click the icon (or press the <F8> key) in BIOS Q-Flash
Setup.However,iftheBIOSupdateleissavedtoaharddriveinRAID/AHCImodeoraharddriveattached
to an independent SATA controller, use the <End> key during the POST to access Q-Flash.
5-1 BIOS Update Utilities
GIGABYTE motherboards provide two unique BIOS update tools, Q-Flash and @BIOS. GIGABYTE Q-Flash
and @BIOS are easy-to-use and allow you to update the BIOS without the need to enter MS-DOS mode.
Additionally, this motherboard features the DualBIOS design and supports Q-Flash Plus, providing multiple
protection for the safety and stability of your computer.
What is DualBIOS?
Motherboards that support DualBIOS have two BIOS onboard, a main BIOS and a backup BIOS. Normally, the
system works on the main BIOS. However, if the main BIOS is corrupted or damaged, the backup BIOS will
take over on the next system boot to ensure normal system operation.
What is Q-Flash Plus?
Q-Flash Plus allows you to update the BIOS when your system is off (S5 shutdown state). Save the latest BIOS
onaUSBthumbdriveandplugitintothededicatedport,andthenyoucannowashtheBIOSautomatically
by simply pressing the Q-Flash Plus button.
What is Q-Flash?
With Q-Flash you can update the system BIOS without having to enter operating systems like MS-DOS or
Windowrst.EmbeddedintheBIOS,theQ-Flashtoolfreesyoufromthehasslesofgoingthroughcomplicated
BIOSashingprocess.
What is @BIOS?
@BIOS allows you to update the system BIOS while in the Windows environment. @BIOS will download the
latestBIOSlefromthenearest@BIOSserversiteandupdatetheBIOS.
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Click or select the Q-Flash item on the System Info menu to access Q-Flash.Q-Flash (F8)
B. Updating the BIOS
In the main menu of Q-Flash, use the keyboard or mouse to select an item to execute. When updating the BIOS,
choosethelocationwheretheBIOSleissaved.Thefollowingprocedureassumesthatyouhavesavedthe
BIOSletoaUSBashdrive.
Step 1:
1. InserttheUSBashdrivecontainingtheBIOSleintothecomputer.InthemainscreenofQ-Flash,select
Update BIOS.
The Save BIOSoptionallowsyoutosavethecurrentBIOSle.
Q-FlashonlysupportsUSBashdriveorharddrivesusingFAT32/16/12lesystem.
IftheBIOSupdateleissavedtoaharddriveinRAID/AHCImodeoraharddriveattached
to an independent SATA controller, use the <End> key during the POST to access Q-Flash.
2. SelecttheBIOSupdatele.
MakesuretheBIOSupdatelematchesyourmotherboardmodel.
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Step 2:
ThescreenwillshowthattheBIOSleisbeingreadfromyourUSBashdrive.PleaseselectFast Intact or to
begin the BIOS update. The screen will then display the update process.
Step 3:
The system will restart after the update process is complete.
Do not turn off or restart the system when the system is reading/updating the BIOS.
DonotremovetheUSBashdriveorharddrivewhenthesystemisupdatingtheBIOS.
Step 4:
During the POST, press <Delete> to enter BIOS Setup. Select on the Load Optimized Defaults Save & Exit
screen and press <Enter> to load BIOS defaults. System will re-detect all peripheral devices after a BIOS update,
so we recommend that you reload BIOS defaults.
Step 5:
Select Save & Exit Setup and press <Enter>. And then select to save settings to CMOS and exit BIOS Yes
Setup. The procedure is complete after the system restarts.
Select to load BIOS defaultsYes
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5-1-2 Updating the BIOS with the @BIOS Utility
A. Before You Begin
1. In Windows, close all applications and TSR
(Terminate and Stay Resident) programs. This
helps prevent unexpected failures when performing
a BIOS update.
2. If the BIOS is being updated via the Internet, ensure
the Internet connection is stable and do NOT
interrupt the Internet connection (for example, avoid
a power loss or switching off the Internet). Failure to
do so may result in a corrupted BIOS or a system
that is unable to start.
3. GIGABYTE product warranty does not cover any
BIOS damage or system failure resulting from an
inadequateBIOSashing.
B. Using @BIOS
MakesurethattheBIOSletobeashedmatchesyourmotherboardmodel.UpdatingtheBIOS
withanincorrectBIOSlecouldcauseyoursystemnottoboot.
Do not turn off the system or remove the power during the BIOS update process, or the BIOS may
corrupt and the system may not boot.
Ifthe BIOSupdate lefor yourmotherboard isnot presenton the@BIOS serversite, please
manuallydownloadtheBIOSupdatelefromGIGABYTE'swebsiteandfollowtheinstructionsin
"Update the BIOS without Using the Internet Update Function" below.
Supported image formats include jpg, bmp, and gif.
C. After Updating the BIOS
Restart your system after updating the BIOS.
1. Update the BIOS Using the Internet Update Function:
Click Update from Server, select the @BIOS server site closest to your location and
thendownload theBIOSlethatmatchesyourmotherboard model.Followthe on-screen
instructions to complete.
2. Update the BIOS without Using the Internet Update Function:
Click Update from File,thenselectthelocationwhereyousavetheBIOSupdateleobtained
from the Internet or through other source. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete.
3. Save the Current BIOS File:
Click Save to FiletosavethecurrentBIOSle.
4. Change the Boot-up Logo:
Click Upload new image in Face-Wizard and you will be able to change the boot-up logo
with your own picture, creating a personalized boot-up screen. Click Backup current image
to save the current boot-up logo.
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5-1-3 Using Q-Flash Plus
A. Before you use Q-Flash Plus, follow the steps below in sequence:
1. FromGIGABYTE'swebsite,downloadthelatestcompressedBIOSupdatelethatmatchesyourmotherboard
model.
2. . UncompressthedownloadedBIOSle,saveittoyourUSBashdrive,andrenameittoGIGABYTE.bin
Note:TheUSBashdrivemustusetheFAT32lesystemanditmustbeaUSB2.0ashdrive.
3. InserttheUSBashdriveintotheQ-FlashPlusportonthebackpanel.
4. Connect the power cable to the 12V power connector (connect either one if there are two) and main power
connector.
B. Using Q-Flash Plus
Press the Q-Flash Plus button on the back panel and the system will automatically search and match the BIOS
leintheUSBashdriveontheQ-FlashPlusport.TheQ-FlashPlusbuttonwillashduringtheBIOSmatching
andashingprocess.Waitfor2-3minutesandthebuttonwillstopashingwhentheBIOSashingiscomplete.
Before using the Q-Flash Plus function, make sure that your system is off (S5 shutdown state).
If your motherboard has a BIOS switch and a SB switch, reset them to their default settings.
(Default setting for the BIOS switch: Boot from the main BIOS; default setting for the SB switch:
Dual BIOS)
AfterthemainBIOSisashed,thesystemwillrebootautomaticallyandthenDualBIOS
will
continue to update the backup BIOS. After completion, the system will reboot again and boot
from the main BIOS.
Q-Flash Plus will update the main BIOS only if run without the CPU installed. The system will
shut down upon completion.
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5-2 APP Center
GIGABYTE App Center gives you easy access to a wealth of GIGABYTE apps that help you get the most from
your GIGABYTE motherboard
(Note)
.Usingasimple,unieduserinterface,GIGABYTEAppCenterallowsyou
to easily launch all GIGABYTE apps installed on your system, check related updates online, and download the
apps, drivers, and BIOS.
Running the APP Center
Insert the motherboard driver disc. On the Autorun screen, go to Application Software\Install GIGABYTE
Utilities to install GIGABYTE App Center and the selected apps. Restart your computer after the installation
is complete. In Desktop mode, click the App Center icon inthenoticationareatolaunchtheAppCenter
utility (Figure 1). On the main menu, you can select an app to run or click to update an app online.LiveUpdate
If the App Center is closed, you can restart it by clicking on the Start menu (Figure 2).Launch App Center
Figure 2
Figure 1
(Note) Available applications in APP Center may differ by motherboard model. Supported functions of each
applicationmayalsovarydependingonmotherboardspecications.
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Control Tab:
The tab allows you to select a system power saving mode. Control
Button Description
Disable Disables this function
Standby Enters Power on Suspend mode
Suspend Enters Suspend to RAM mode
Hibernate Enters Suspend to Disk mode
(Note) Once your smart phone/tablet device has been paired with your AutoGreen-enabled computer, you'll
not be able to use it to connect to other Bluetooth device(s).
Bluetooth Devices Tab:
The Bluetooth tab allows you to pair your smart phone/tablet device with the Bluetooth receiver on your computer.
Press Refresh to let AutoGreen search for the Bluetooth devices around you. A message will appear on both
your computer and smart phone/tablet device prompting you to compare the passcodes on the two devices.
Conrmtocompletethepairingprocess.
5-2-1 AutoGreen
AutoGreen
(Note)
is an easy-to-use tool that provides users with simple options to enable system power savings
via a Bluetooth-enabled smart phone/tablet device. When the device is out of the range of the computer's
Bluetoothreceiver,thesystemwillenterthespeciedpowersavingmode.Beforeusingthisapp,youneedto
turn on Bluetooth on both your computer and smart phone/tablet device.
The AutoGreen Interface
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5-2-2 Cloud Station
GIGABYTE Cloud Station (Server) is composed of HomeCloud, GIGABYTE Remote, Remote
OC, and HotSpot, which allow your smart phone, tablet device, and remote computer to
communicate, share resources, and control the host computer via wireless connection. Cloud
StationallowsyourcomputertoshareleswithanothercomputerthathasCloudStation(Server)installed.
Before You Begin:
To use HomeCloud, GIGABYTE Remote, and Remote OC, you must install GIGABYTE Cloud Station on
your smart phone/tablet device. (For Android systems, please download the app from Google Play; for iOS
systems, please download it from App Store.)
(Note 1)
ToshareHomeCloudlesbetweencomputers,youneedtoinstallCloudStation(Server)onthehostcomputer
and Cloud Station on the remote computer.
Your smart phone/tablet device must have Android 4.0/iOS 6.0 or above version.
ThersttimeyouuseHomeCloud,GIGABYTERemote,andRemoteOC,youmustsigninwithyourGoogle/
Facebook/Windows Live account. Be sure to use the same account to sign in on your smart phone/tablet
device and computers.
HomeCloud
HomeCloudallowsyoutoupload/download/backuples
(Note 2)
from your smart phone/tablet device/computer
to the host computer.
The HomeCloud Interface
Cloud Station (Server):
(Note 1) You can use your smart phone/tablet device to scan the QR code on the HomeCloud UI to link to the
download page of the GIGABYTE Cloud Station on App Store or Google Play.
(Note2) ForiOSsystems,theletypesarelimitedtoimage/videoles.
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On the Host Computer:
Option Function
Account List Displays currently signed in account(s).
Remove Remove the selected account.
Share Folder Displays the shared folder directory of the currently signed in account.
Open Folder Access the shared folder of the currently signed in account.
On the Smart Phone/Tablet Device/Remote Computer:
Option Function
All Picture Files FileUpload:Taponthefolder,browseandselectthelesinside.Taponthemenuicon
and select Upload selected Filestouploadthelestoyourcomputer.
File Download: Tap on the folder and then tap on the menu icon, select Download
Files.Youcanbrowsethelesandselectthelesthatyouwanttodownloadtoyour
smart phone/tablet device.
All Music Files
All Video Files
All Files
User Contacts Tap on the folder and then tap on the menu icon to use the options including Backup
to remote, Restore From remote, View Remote Contact Reselect Computers, and .
Call Log
Using HomeCloud
Step 1:
Launch HomeCloud on the host computer (installed with Cloud Station (Server)), sign in with your Google/
Facebook/Windows Live account or select the account on the Account List. Then enable HomeCloud Function.
To automatically enable this function after system reboot, enable .Always run on next reboot
Step 2:
Run Cloud Station on your smart phone/tablet device/remote computer, sign in with the same account you use
for HomeCloud on your host computer. Tap on to perform the following functions:HomeCloud
Cloud Station:
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GIGABYTE Remote
GIGABYTE Remote allows you to use your smart phone/tablet device to remotely control the mouse/keyboard/
Windows Media Player on your computer.
The GIGABYTE Remote Interface
Using GIGABYTE Remote
Step 1:
On the host computer, launch GIGABYTE Remote and enable GIGABYTE Remote Function. To automatically
enable this function after system reboot, enable .Always run on next reboot
Step 2:
Run GIGABYTE Cloud Station on your smart phone/tablet device, sign in with the same account you use for
HomeCloud on your computer. Tap on to perform the following remote controls:Remote Control
On the Smart Phone/Tablet Device:
Option Function
Mouse Remotely perform mouse functionalities including dragging, right/left-clicking, and
holding the mouse left button.
Keyboard Remotely control your keyboard such as text input (tap on Real-Time Mode to type
texts) or deletion.
Media RemotelycongureandcontrolthecurrentlyrunningWindowsMediaPlayerapplication
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Remote OC
Remote OC provides you with remote control options including overclocking and system tweaking, system
monitoring plus the ability to also remotely power down/reset the PC when needed.
The Remote OC Interface
Using Remote OC
Step 1:
On the host computer, launch Remote OC and enable . To automatically enable this Remote OC Function
function after system reboot, enable .Always run on next reboot
Step 2:
Run GIGABYTE Cloud Station on your smart phone/tablet device, sign in with the same account you use for
HomeCloud on your computer. Tap on to perform the following functions:Remote OC
On the Smart Phone/Tablet Device:
Option Function
Tuner Allows you to change CPU/memory frequency and voltage settings.
INFO Displays the system information, including the CPU, motherboard, and memory.
HW MONIT Allows you to monitor system temperatures, voltages, and fan speeds.
QUICK BOOST Providesyouwiththreepresetoverclockingcongurations.
CONTROL Allows you to remotely reboot or shut down your computer.
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HotSpot
HotSpot turns your computer into a virtual wireless access point and allows you to share your connection with
your other wireless devices. Make sure your computer has been connected to a network and Wi-Fi is enabled.
The HotSpot Interface
Using HotSpot:
Conguringyourhostcomputer:
The options are as follows. Make sure to click to complete.Start
Make this network connection available for sharing:
Select a currently running network connection you want to share.
Available HotSpot device:
Select a network virtual adapter. If there are more than one Wi-Fi card on your computer, you need to select
the one you want to use from the list.
SSID:
The hotspot SSID name. You can keep the default name or create your own one.
HotSpot Password(must have at least 8 characters):
The password is required when other wireless devices want to access the Internet through the virtual wireless
access point. You can keep the default name or create your own one. The password must have at least 8
characters and cannot be empty.
Sharing your connection with other wireless devices:
FirstmakesureWi-Fiisenabledonthewirelessdevices.Thenbrowsetothenetworkcongurationscreen,
search for available Wi-Fi networks, and tap the name of your virtual wireless access point, enter the password,
andconrm.
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5-2-3 EasyTune
GIGABYTE'sEasyTuneisasimpleandeasy-to-useinterfacethatallowsuserstone-tunetheirsystemsettings
or do overclock/overvoltage in Windows environment.
The EasyTune Interface
Tabs Information
Tab Description
The Smart Boost tab provides you with different levels of CPU frequency to choose to
achieve desired system performance. After making changes, be sure to restart your system
for these changes to take effect.
The Advanced CPU OC tab allows you to set CPU base clock, frequency, and voltages,
andintegratedgraphicsfrequency.Youcansavethecurrentsettingstoaprole.Youcan
createupto2proles.
The tab allows you to set the memory clock.Advanced DDR OC
The tab allows you to adjust voltages.Advanced Power
The HotKeytaballowsyoutosethotkeysforyourproles.
Incorrectly doing overclock/overvoltage may result in damage to the hardware components such
as CPU, chipset, and memory and reduce the useful life of these components. Before you do the
overclock/overvoltage, make sure that you fully know each function of EasyTune, or system instability
or other unexpected results may occur.
Available functions in EasyTune may vary by motherboard model and CPU. Grayed-out area(s)
indicatesthattheitemisnotcongurableorthefunctionisnotsupported.
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5-2-4 Fast Boot
Through the simple GIGABYTE Fast Boot interface, you can enable or change the setting right Fast Boot
in the operating system.
The Fast Boot Interface
Using Fast Boot
BIOS Fast Boot:
This option is the same as the optionFast Boot (Note)
in BIOS Setup. It allows you to enable or disable the
fast boot function to shorten OS boot time.
Afteryoucongurethesettings,clickSave Exit to save and click . The settings will take effect on next boot. If
you click the button, the system will restart and enter BIOS Setup immediately.Enter BIOS Setup Now
(Note) For more details about this function, refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup."
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5-2-5 Game Boost
Thisappallowsyoutoexiblymanageyourapplicationstooptimizeyourgamingperformancebyfreeingup
system resources and memory usage.
The Game Boost Interface
Using Game Boost
Select the application you want to suspend and then click to optimize your system for gaming. To revert Go
the computer back to the state it was before, click . In addition, two hotkeys are provided as follows: Revert
Optimize(Ctrl+Alt+B): Automatically optimizes your gaming platform and gaming performance.
Revert(Ctrl+Alt+R): Restores your computer back to the state before the gaming begins.
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5-2-6 RGB Fusion
This application allows you to enable or specify the lighting mode of the select device
(Note 1)
while in the
Windows environment.
The RGB Fusion Interface
Using RGB Fusion
The icon on the top right corner: Allows you to return to the main menu.
The icon on the top right corner: Allows your computer to connect to the GIGABYTE RGB Fusion app
installed on your handheld devices.
(Note 2)
Click the icon of the desired device and select the LED color/ lighting behaviour on the right section of the screen.
Static All LEDs emit a single color.
Pulse All LEDs simultaneously fade in and fade out.
Flash AllLEDssimultaneouslyashonandoff.
Double Flash AllLEDsashinaninterlacedpattern.
Color Cycle All LEDs simultaneously cycle through a full spectrum of colors.
Music All LEDs are synchronized with your music.
Random SingleLEDregionsashrandomly.
Wave A full color spectrum cascades throughout the LED.
Game All LEDs are synchronized with your game.
Off Turn off all LEDs.
(Note 1) RGB Fusion will automatically search for the devices that have LED lighting feature and display them
on the list.
(Note 2) Please download the app from App Store or Google Play. RGB Fusion
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Unique Features
Options for controlling the LEDs on the motherboard and digital LED strip. Click the motherboard icon for
further settings.
(Note)
Select your desired area and select the LED color/ lighting behaviour on the right section of the screen.
Static The selected region LEDs emit a single color.
Pulse The selected region LEDs simultaneously fade in and fade out.
Flash TheselectedregionLEDssimultaneouslyashonandoff.
Double Flash AllLEDsashinaninterlacedpattern.
Color Cycle All LEDs simultaneously cycle through a full spectrum of colors.
Digital Wave A full color spectrum cascades throughout the armor LED.
Digital A~I Mode Provides multiple digital lighting mode throughout the armor LED and LED strip.
Off Disable the selected region LEDs.
(Note) Regions/Modes/Colors available may vary by motherboard.
Unique Features
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5-2-7 Smart Keyboard
GIGABYTE Smart Keyboard allows you to set your own hotkeys using the F1 through F12 keys. You can use the
customizedhotkeystochangethemousesensitivity,replaceawordorpassword,openaleoranapplication,
all of which helps to make the most out of your keyboard and mouse.
The Smart Keyboard Interface
Using Smart Keyboard
SelectoneoftheF1throughF12keysandcongurethefollowingfunctions:
Marco Key:
Allows you to assign key strokes to the selected key, or use the key to record mouse location, or set time
interval between each keystroke.
Sniper Key:
Using this option, you can switch the mouse sensitivity when you are in sniper mode for better sniper accuracy.
Smart Cut:
Allows you to createkeyboardshortcutsforaleoranapplication.
Smart Key:
Allows you to give the selected key the ability to replace to a word or password.
Disable:
Allows you to disable the functionality of particular key(s).
After completing the settings, make sure to click on the top right corner.Enable keyboard monitor function
Save:
Savecurrentsettingsasaprole.
Load:
 Loadapreviouslysaveprole.
(Note) It is recommended that Smart Keyboard be closed if it violates the end user license agreement of your
game.

Produktspecifikationer

Varumärke: Gigabyte
Kategori: moderkort
Modell: TRX40 Aorus Xtreme
Färg på produkten: Zwart
Vikt: 145000 g
Bredd: 500 mm
Djup: 550 mm
Höjd: 880 mm
Innermått (B x D x H): 375 x 305 x 725 mm
Slot typ: Combinatieslot

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