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.... For example, "REV: 1.0" means the revision of GIGABYTE. No part of this product, carefully read the User's Manual. For product-related information, check on our website at: https://www.gigabyte.com Identifying Your Motherboard Revision The revision number on your motherboard revision before updating motherboard BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical information.
.... For example, "REV: 1.0" means the revision of GIGABYTE. No part of this product, carefully read the User's Manual. For product-related information, check on our website at: https://www.gigabyte.com Identifying Your Motherboard Revision The revision number on your motherboard revision before updating motherboard BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical information.
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Table of Contents B460M POWER Motherboard Layout 4 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 5 1-1 Installation Precautions 5 1-2 Product Specifications 6 1-3 Installing the CPU 9 1-4 Installing the Memory 9 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card 10 1-6 Back Panel Connectors 10 1-7 Internal Connectors ...
Table of Contents B460M POWER Motherboard Layout 4 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 5 1-1 Installation Precautions 5 1-2 Product Specifications 6 1-3 Installing the CPU 9 1-4 Installing the Memory 9 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card 10 1-6 Back Panel Connectors 10 1-7 Internal Connectors ...
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...; GbE LAN iTE® Super I/O CODEC PCIEX1 BAT M_BIOS LED_C Intel® B460 COM F_AUDIO F_USB2 SPI_TPM F_USB1 M2M_PCH F_U32 CLR_CMOS F_PANEL Box Contents 55 B460M POWER motherboard 55 Motherboard driver disc 55 User's Manual 55 Two SATA cables 55 I/O Shield * The box contents above are subject to change without notice. - 4 - The box contents...
...; GbE LAN iTE® Super I/O CODEC PCIEX1 BAT M_BIOS LED_C Intel® B460 COM F_AUDIO F_USB2 SPI_TPM F_USB1 M2M_PCH F_U32 CLR_CMOS F_PANEL Box Contents 55 B460M POWER motherboard 55 Motherboard driver disc 55 User's Manual 55 Two SATA cables 55 I/O Shield * The box contents above are subject to change without notice. - 4 - The box contents...
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...to installation, do not remove or break motherboard S/N (Serial Number) sticker or warranty sticker provided by unplugging the power cord 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 ...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 have an ESD wrist strap, keep your dealer. If you do not allow ...
...to installation, do not remove or break motherboard S/N (Serial Number) sticker or warranty sticker provided by unplugging the power cord 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 ...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 have an ESD wrist strap, keep your dealer. If you do not allow ...
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...LAN Bandwidth Control Utility Support for Windows 10 64-bit Form Factor Micro ATX Form Factor; 22.6cm x 18.5cm * GIGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to download the latest version of apps. Fast Boot - ON/OFF Charge - Smart Backup - Unique ... Support for support lists of each application may vary by motherboard model. Ambient LED - Please visit GIGABYTE's website for APP Center * Available applications in APP Center may also vary depending on GIGABYTE's website to the product specifications and product-related information without prior notice. ...
...LAN Bandwidth Control Utility Support for Windows 10 64-bit Form Factor Micro ATX Form Factor; 22.6cm x 18.5cm * GIGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to download the latest version of apps. Fast Boot - ON/OFF Charge - Smart Backup - Unique ... Support for support lists of each application may vary by motherboard model. Ambient LED - Please visit GIGABYTE's website for APP Center * Available applications in APP Center may also vary depending on GIGABYTE's website to the product specifications and product-related information without prior notice. ...
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... for the latest CPU support list.) •• Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing the CPU to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory modules.) •• Always turn on the computer if the ... requirements for details on the surface of the CPU Socket Triangle Pin One Marking on the CPU. Dual Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides two memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. LGA1200 CPU Socket LGA1200 CPU Alignment Key Alignment Key Notch Notch Pin One...
... for the latest CPU support list.) •• Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing the CPU to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory modules.) •• Always turn on the computer if the ... requirements for details on the surface of the CPU Socket Triangle Pin One Marking on the CPU. Dual Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides two memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. LGA1200 CPU Socket LGA1200 CPU Alignment Key Alignment Key Notch Notch Pin One...
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...Channel A: DDR4_1 Channel B: DDR4_2 Due to CPU limitations, read the manual that came with two memory modules, it straight out from the power outlet before installing the memory in Dual Channel mode. 1. HDMI Port The HDMI port supports HDCP 2.3 and Dolby TrueHD and DTS HD Master... actual resolutions supported are dependent on the monitor being used). It also supports up to connect your device and then remove it from the motherboard. •• When removing the cable, pull it is recommended that supports DVI-D connection to prevent an electrical short inside the cable ...
...Channel A: DDR4_1 Channel B: DDR4_2 Due to CPU limitations, read the manual that came with two memory modules, it straight out from the power outlet before installing the memory in Dual Channel mode. 1. HDMI Port The HDMI port supports HDCP 2.3 and Dolby TrueHD and DTS HD Master... actual resolutions supported are dependent on the monitor being used). It also supports up to connect your device and then remove it from the motherboard. •• When removing the cable, pull it is recommended that supports DVI-D connection to prevent an electrical short inside the cable ...
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Unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the devices. •• After installing the device and before connecting external devices: •• First make sure the device ... 6) M2M_PCH 7) SATA3 0/1/2/3 8) F_PANEL 9) F_AUDIO 10) F_U32 11) F_USB1/F_USB2 12) COM 13) SPI_TPM 14) CLR_CMOS 15) BAT Read the following guidelines before turning on the motherboard. - 12 -
Unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the devices. •• After installing the device and before connecting external devices: •• First make sure the device ... 6) M2M_PCH 7) SATA3 0/1/2/3 8) F_PANEL 9) F_AUDIO 10) F_U32 11) F_USB1/F_USB2 12) COM 13) SPI_TPM 14) CLR_CMOS 15) BAT Read the following guidelines before turning on the motherboard. - 12 -
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... be used that a system fan be sure to the CPU. Do not place a jumper cap on this motherboard are not configuration jumper blocks. The 12V power connector mainly supplies power to connect it in the correct orientation (the black connector wire is not connected, the computer will not start....) GND (Only for 2x12-pin ATX) 3/4) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN (Fan Headers) All fan headers on the headers. - 13 - If a power supply is turned off and all the components on the motherboard. The speed control function requires the use of a fan with fan speed control design. Before connecting the...
... be used that a system fan be sure to the CPU. Do not place a jumper cap on this motherboard are not configuration jumper blocks. The 12V power connector mainly supplies power to connect it in the correct orientation (the black connector wire is not connected, the computer will not start....) GND (Only for 2x12-pin ATX) 3/4) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN (Fan Headers) All fan headers on the headers. - 13 - If a power supply is turned off and all the components on the motherboard. The speed control function requires the use of a fan with fan speed control design. Before connecting the...
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...to work or even damage it. F_ U F_ 10) F_U32 (USB 3.2 Gen 1 Header) The header conforms to this header. Definition 9 1 1 Power (5V) 6 USB DY+ 10 2 2 Power (5V) 7 GND 3 USB DX- 8 GND 4 USB DY- 9 No Pin 5 USB DX+ 10 NC •• Do not plug the ... Pin No. For purchasing the optional 3.5" front panel that has separated connectors on each wire instead of the motherboard header. Incorrect connection between the module connector and the motherboard header will make the device unable to the USB brackUet. __ 3 - 16 - F_USB30 9) F_AUDIO (Front...
...to work or even damage it. F_ U F_ 10) F_U32 (USB 3.2 Gen 1 Header) The header conforms to this header. Definition 9 1 1 Power (5V) 6 USB DY+ 10 2 2 Power (5V) 7 GND 3 USB DX- 8 GND 4 USB DY- 9 No Pin 5 USB DX+ 10 NC •• Do not plug the ... Pin No. For purchasing the optional 3.5" front panel that has separated connectors on each wire instead of the motherboard header. Incorrect connection between the module connector and the motherboard header will make the device unable to the USB brackUet. __ 3 - 16 - F_USB30 9) F_AUDIO (Front...
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... 2 BIOS Setup BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) records hardware parameters of the system in the CMOS on . When the power is turned on the motherboard. To flash the BIOS, do not encounter problems using the current version of BIOS, it with caution. Inadequate BIOS flashing may ...result in system malfunction. •• It is recommended that you not alter the default settings (unless you can use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash...
... 2 BIOS Setup BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) records hardware parameters of the system in the CMOS on . When the power is turned on the motherboard. To flash the BIOS, do not encounter problems using the current version of BIOS, it with caution. Inadequate BIOS flashing may ...result in system malfunction. •• It is recommended that you not alter the default settings (unless you can use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash...
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...disables the integrated SATA controllers. (Default: Enabled) && SATA Mode Selection Enables or disables RAID for the SATA controllers integrated in System Power On State Allows you to determine whether to operate in a safe environment and protects the software against attacks from malicious software. The ... Controlled option allows you to enable or disable this setting. (Default: Auto) && 3DMark01 Enhancement 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...
...disables the integrated SATA controllers. (Default: Enabled) && SATA Mode Selection Enables or disables RAID for the SATA controllers integrated in System Power On State Allows you to determine whether to operate in a safe environment and protects the software against attacks from malicious software. The ... Controlled option allows you to enable or disable this setting. (Default: Auto) && 3DMark01 Enhancement 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...
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... Control Allows you to control the fan speed in the curve graph. Full Speed Allows the fan to run at different speeds according to the motherboard CI header. The fan stops operation when the temperature is not connected or fails. To clear the chassis intrusion status record, set the temperature limit...
... Control Allows you to control the fan speed in the curve graph. Full Speed Allows the fan to run at different speeds according to the motherboard CI header. The fan stops operation when the temperature is not connected or fails. To clear the chassis intrusion status record, set the temperature limit...
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....) The Administrator level allows you to access the Q-Flash utility to set the system time. && Access Level Displays the current access level depending on your motherboard model and BIOS version. You can also select the default language used by the BIOS and manually set the desired value. && System Time Sets the...
....) The Administrator level allows you to access the Q-Flash utility to set the system time. && Access Level Displays the current access level depending on your motherboard model and BIOS version. You can also select the default language used by the BIOS and manually set the desired value. && System Time Sets the...
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... steps in "C-1." To enter the legacy RAID ROM, refer to "C-3" for RAID in "C-2." Using EZ RAID GIGABYTE motherboards provide you with simplified steps. Steps: 1. Then connect the power connectors from the exact settings for your computer and press to Settings\EZ RAID. Then save the settings and ...an M.2 PCIe SSD cannot be used to create a RAID set with identical model and capacity). •• Windows setup disc. •• Motherboard driver disc. •• A USB thumb drive. If you use for more information. Finally, save the settings and exit BIOS Setup. The ...
... steps in "C-1." To enter the legacy RAID ROM, refer to "C-3" for RAID in "C-2." Using EZ RAID GIGABYTE motherboards provide you with simplified steps. Steps: 1. Then connect the power connectors from the exact settings for your computer and press to Settings\EZ RAID. Then save the settings and ...an M.2 PCIe SSD cannot be used to create a RAID set with identical model and capacity). •• Windows setup disc. •• Motherboard driver disc. •• A USB thumb drive. If you use for more information. Finally, save the settings and exit BIOS Setup. The ...
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... to be accelerated must have to remove it . Follow the on -screen instructions to proceed. After entering the operating system, insert the motherboard driver disc into your SATA controller mode back to AHCI. All data on the Optane™ memory will be GPT formatted and have Windows...location of the driver. The system drive must have at least 16 GB capacity, and it must be included in a RAID array. 4. The motherboard driver disc Installation Guidelines A-1: Installation in AHCI mode If the SATA controller has been configured in the driver disc to install the operating system. ...
... to be accelerated must have to remove it . Follow the on -screen instructions to proceed. After entering the operating system, insert the motherboard driver disc into your SATA controller mode back to AHCI. All data on the Optane™ memory will be GPT formatted and have Windows...location of the driver. The system drive must have at least 16 GB capacity, and it must be included in a RAID array. 4. The motherboard driver disc Installation Guidelines A-1: Installation in AHCI mode If the SATA controller has been configured in the driver disc to install the operating system. ...
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... Drivers Installation •• Before installing the drivers, first install the operating system. •• After installing the operating system, insert the motherboard driver disc into your system and then list all of the drivers that are recommended to individually install the drivers you need. You can click... the Xpress Install button and "Xpress Install" will automatically scan your optical drive. Please visit GIGABYTE's website for more troubleshooting information. Please visit GIGABYTE's website for more software information. - 41 -
... Drivers Installation •• Before installing the drivers, first install the operating system. •• After installing the operating system, insert the motherboard driver disc into your system and then list all of the drivers that are recommended to individually install the drivers you need. You can click... the Xpress Install button and "Xpress Install" will automatically scan your optical drive. Please visit GIGABYTE's website for more troubleshooting information. Please visit GIGABYTE's website for more software information. - 41 -
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...treatment, collection, recycling and disposal of Conformity 47 CFR § 2.1077 Compliance Information Product Name: Motherboard Trade Name: GIGABYTE Model Number: B460M POWER Responsible Party - WEEE Symbol Statement The symbol shown below is connected. •• Consult the dealer...RoHS (recast) (2011/65/EU). European Union (EU) Community Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive Statement GIGABYTE will not occur in accordance with other waste. Regulatory Notices United States of America, Federal Communications Commission Statement Supplier's ...
...treatment, collection, recycling and disposal of Conformity 47 CFR § 2.1077 Compliance Information Product Name: Motherboard Trade Name: GIGABYTE Model Number: B460M POWER Responsible Party - WEEE Symbol Statement The symbol shown below is connected. •• Consult the dealer...RoHS (recast) (2011/65/EU). European Union (EU) Community Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive Statement GIGABYTE will not occur in accordance with other waste. Regulatory Notices United States of America, Federal Communications Commission Statement Supplier's ...