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... Quick Installation Guide on your motherboard revision before updating motherboard BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical information. Copyright © 2022 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. Changes to the specifications and features in this manual may be made by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. For detailed product information, carefully read the User's Manual. For quick set-up of this : "REV: X.X." Example: https://download.gigabyte...
... Quick Installation Guide on your motherboard revision before updating motherboard BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical information. Copyright © 2022 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. Changes to the specifications and features in this manual may be made by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. For detailed product information, carefully read the User's Manual. For quick set-up of this : "REV: X.X." Example: https://download.gigabyte...
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... of Contents Chapter 1 Product Introduction 4 1-1 Motherboard Layout 4 1-2 Box Contents...6 Chapter 2 Hardware Installation 7 2-1 Installation Precautions 7 2-2 Product Specifications 8 2-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler 11 2-4 Installing the Memory 14 2-5 Installing an Expansion Card 15 2-6 Back Panel Connectors 16 2-7 Internal Connectors 18 Chapter 3 BIOS Setup 29 Chapter 4 Installing the Operating System and Drivers 31 4-1 Operating System Installation 31 4-2 Drivers Installation 32 Chapter 5 Appendix...33 5-1 Configuring a RAID Set 33 Regulatory Notices...34 Contact Us...
... of Contents Chapter 1 Product Introduction 4 1-1 Motherboard Layout 4 1-2 Box Contents...6 Chapter 2 Hardware Installation 7 2-1 Installation Precautions 7 2-2 Product Specifications 8 2-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler 11 2-4 Installing the Memory 14 2-5 Installing an Expansion Card 15 2-6 Back Panel Connectors 16 2-7 Internal Connectors 18 Chapter 3 BIOS Setup 29 Chapter 4 Installing the Operating System and Drivers 31 4-1 Operating System Installation 31 4-2 Drivers Installation 32 Chapter 5 Appendix...33 5-1 Configuring a RAID Set 33 Regulatory Notices...34 Contact Us...
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... a motherboard, CPU or memory. These stickers are required for warranty validation. •• Always remove the AC power 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 the local voltage standard. •• Before using the product, please verify that all cables and power connectors...
... a motherboard, CPU or memory. These stickers are required for warranty validation. •• Always remove the AC power 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 the local voltage standard. •• Before using the product, please verify that all cables and power connectors...
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... for B650M GAMING X AX. - 8 - WIFI a, b, g, n, ac, ax, supporting 2.4/5/6 GHz carrier frequency bands - BLUETOOTH 5.3 - To configure 7.1-channel audio, access the audio software for 11ax 160MHz wireless standard and up to 2.4 Gbps data rate Intel® Wi-Fi 6E AX210 (For PCB rev. 1.1) - 2-2 Product Specifications CPU AMD Socket AM5, support for: AMD Ryzen™ 7000 Series Processors (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) Chipset AMD B650 Memory Onboard Graphics Audio Support...
... for B650M GAMING X AX. - 8 - WIFI a, b, g, n, ac, ax, supporting 2.4/5/6 GHz carrier frequency bands - BLUETOOTH 5.3 - To configure 7.1-channel audio, access the audio software for 11ax 160MHz wireless standard and up to 2.4 Gbps data rate Intel® Wi-Fi 6E AX210 (For PCB rev. 1.1) - 2-2 Product Specifications CPU AMD Socket AM5, support for: AMD Ryzen™ 7000 Series Processors (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) Chipset AMD B650 Memory Onboard Graphics Audio Support...
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... ports available through the internal USB headers 1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector 1 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector 1 x CPU fan header 3 x system fan headers 1 x addressable LED strip header 1 x RGB LED strip header 2 x M.2 Socket 3 connectors 4 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 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 header 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers 1 x Trusted Platform Module header (For the GC-TPM2.0 SPI/GC-TPM2.0 SPI 2.0 module only) 1 x serial port header 1 x reset button 1 x reset jumper 1 x Clear CMOS jumper...
... ports available through the internal USB headers 1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector 1 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector 1 x CPU fan header 3 x system fan headers 1 x addressable LED strip header 1 x RGB LED strip header 2 x M.2 Socket 3 connectors 4 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 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 header 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers 1 x Trusted Platform Module header (For the GC-TPM2.0 SPI/GC-TPM2.0 SPI 2.0 module only) 1 x serial port header 1 x reset button 1 x reset jumper 1 x Clear CMOS jumper...
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...; Voltage detection Temperature detection Fan speed detection Fan fail warning Fan speed control * Whether the fan speed control function is supported will depend on the cooler you install. 1 x 256 Mbit flash Use of licensed AMI UEFI BIOS PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.7, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 5.0 Support for support lists of CPU, memory modules, SSDs, and M.2 devices. https://www.gigabyte.com/Support/Utility/Motherboard?m=ut - 10 - Support for Q-Flash Support for Q-Flash Plus Norton® Internet Security (OEM version) LAN bandwidth management software Support for Windows 11 64-bit Support for...
...; Voltage detection Temperature detection Fan speed detection Fan fail warning Fan speed control * Whether the fan speed control function is supported will depend on the cooler you install. 1 x 256 Mbit flash Use of licensed AMI UEFI BIOS PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.7, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 5.0 Support for support lists of CPU, memory modules, SSDs, and M.2 devices. https://www.gigabyte.com/Support/Utility/Motherboard?m=ut - 10 - Support for Q-Flash Support for Q-Flash Plus Norton® Internet Security (OEM version) LAN bandwidth management software Support for Windows 11 64-bit Support for...
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A. Alignment Key Triangle Pin One Marking of the CPU Socket AM5 CPU Socket Alignment Key Notch Triangle Pin One Marking on the CPU. http://www.gigabyte.com/WebPage/210/quick-guide.html?m=sw - 11 - If you wish to set beyond the standard specifications, please do so according to your hardware specifications including the CPU, graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc. The CPU cannot be set the frequency beyond hardware specifications since it does not meet...
A. Alignment Key Triangle Pin One Marking of the CPU Socket AM5 CPU Socket Alignment Key Notch Triangle Pin One Marking on the CPU. http://www.gigabyte.com/WebPage/210/quick-guide.html?m=sw - 11 - If you wish to set beyond the standard specifications, please do so according to your hardware specifications including the CPU, graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc. The CPU cannot be set the frequency beyond hardware specifications since it does not meet...
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... 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 in only one memory module is recommended that the motherboard supports the memory. The four memory sockets are unable to insert the memory, switch the direction. When enabling Dual Channel mode with two or...
... 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 in only one memory module is recommended that the motherboard supports the memory. The four memory sockets are unable to insert the memory, switch the direction. When enabling Dual Channel mode with two or...
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... BIOS Setup to install an expansion card: •• Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Locate an expansion slot that the expansion card is fully seated in your computer. Secure the card's metal bracket to prevent hardware damage. After installing all expansion cards, replace the chassis cover(s). 6. Remove the metal slot cover from the power outlet before you begin to make any required BIOS changes for your expansion card...
... BIOS Setup to install an expansion card: •• Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Locate an expansion slot that the expansion card is fully seated in your computer. Secure the card's metal bracket to prevent hardware damage. After installing all expansion cards, replace the chassis cover(s). 6. Remove the metal slot cover from the power outlet before you begin to make any required BIOS changes for your expansion card...
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... cable connector. - 16 - Do not rock it straight out from the connector. Use this port for B650M GAMING X AX. •• When removing the cable connected to a back panel connector, first remove the cable from your operating system.) USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A Port (Red) (Q-Flash Plus Port) The USB 3.2 Gen 2 port supports the USB 3.2 Gen 2 specification and is 4096x2160@60 Hz, but the actual resolutions supported depend on the monitor being used . •• To set the default sound playback device to DisplayPort/HDMI...
... cable connector. - 16 - Do not rock it straight out from the connector. Use this port for B650M GAMING X AX. •• When removing the cable connected to a back panel connector, first remove the cable from your operating system.) USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A Port (Red) (Q-Flash Plus Port) The USB 3.2 Gen 2 port supports the USB 3.2 Gen 2 specification and is 4096x2160@60 Hz, but the actual resolutions supported depend on the monitor being used . •• To set the default sound playback device to DisplayPort/HDMI...
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... an audio jack using the audio software. Use this audio jack for USB devices. Use this port for line in devices such as an optical drive, walkman, etc. USB Type-C® Port (with USB 3.2 Gen 2 Support) The reversible USB port supports the USB 3.2 Gen 2 specification and is compatible to update the BIOS when your system is off (S5 shutdown state). To configure 7.1-channel audio, access the audio software for audio settings. && Please visit GIGABYTE's website for details on a USB thumb drive and plug it into the Q-Flash Plus port...
... an audio jack using the audio software. Use this audio jack for USB devices. Use this port for line in devices such as an optical drive, walkman, etc. USB Type-C® Port (with USB 3.2 Gen 2 Support) The reversible USB port supports the USB 3.2 Gen 2 specification and is compatible to update the BIOS when your system is off (S5 shutdown state). To configure 7.1-channel audio, access the audio software for audio settings. && Please visit GIGABYTE's website for details on a USB thumb drive and plug it into the Q-Flash Plus port...
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... fan be installed inside the chassis. 1 CPU_FAN/ SYS_FAN2/ SYS_FAN3 1 SYS_FAN1 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 Definition GND Voltage Speed Control Sense PWM Speed Control Connector Maximum Current Maximum Power CPU_FAN 2A 24W SYS_FAN1~3 2A 24W •• Be sure to connect fan cables to the fan headers to the CPU or the system may hang. •• These fan headers are not configuration jumper blocks. Do not place a jumper cap on this motherboard are 4-pin. The SATA connectors support RAID 0, RAID 1, and RAID...
... fan be installed inside the chassis. 1 CPU_FAN/ SYS_FAN2/ SYS_FAN3 1 SYS_FAN1 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 Definition GND Voltage Speed Control Sense PWM Speed Control Connector Maximum Current Maximum Power CPU_FAN 2A 24W SYS_FAN1~3 2A 24W •• Be sure to connect fan cables to the fan headers to the CPU or the system may hang. •• These fan headers are not configuration jumper blocks. Do not place a jumper cap on this motherboard are 4-pin. The SATA connectors support RAID 0, RAID 1, and RAID...
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... LED strip. 12V For how to turn off the lights of the LED strip, please navigate to the "Unique Features" page of GIGABYTE's website. Before installing the devices, be sure to turn on/off the devices and your RGB 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. DEBUG PORT Pin...
... LED strip. 12V For how to turn off the lights of the LED strip, please navigate to the "Unique Features" page of GIGABYTE's website. Before installing the devices, be sure to turn on/off the devices and your RGB 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. DEBUG PORT Pin...
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... "Configuring a RAID Set" page of the M.2 SSD and close M.2 EZ-Latch clip to secure the M.2 SSD. Select the M.2 slot you want install an M.2 SSD in the M.2 connector. Step 2: Insert the M.2 SSD into the M.2 connector at an angle. Step 3: Remove the protective film from the bottom of the motherboard heatsink and then replace the heatsink and tighten the screws diagonally. * Types of M.2 SSDs: M.2 SATA SSDs...
... "Configuring a RAID Set" page of the M.2 SSD and close M.2 EZ-Latch clip to secure the M.2 SSD. Select the M.2 slot you want install an M.2 SSD in the M.2 connector. Step 2: Insert the M.2 SSD into the M.2 connector at an angle. Step 3: Remove the protective film from the bottom of the motherboard heatsink and then replace the heatsink and tighten the screws diagonally. * Types of M.2 SSDs: M.2 SATA SSDs...
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... may differ by issuing a beep code. When connecting your system using the power switch (please navigate to the "BIOS Setup" page of power switch, SreFset switch, power LED, hard drive activity LED, speaker and etc. B •• NC: No connection. _U B SS S U _ __ 3 B F_USB3 F The front panel design may configure the way to turn o_ff your chassis front panel module to the pin assignments below. 9) F_PANEL (Front Panel Header) Connect the power switch, reset switch, speaker, chassis intrusion switch/sensor and system status indicator...
... may differ by issuing a beep code. When connecting your system using the power switch (please navigate to the "BIOS Setup" page of power switch, SreFset switch, power LED, hard drive activity LED, speaker and etc. B •• NC: No connection. _U B SS S U _ __ 3 B F_USB3 F The front panel design may configure the way to turn o_ff your chassis front panel module to the pin assignments below. 9) F_PANEL (Front Panel Header) Connect the power switch, reset switch, speaker, chassis intrusion switch/sensor and system status indicator...
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... header conforms to work or even damage it. Incorrect connection between the module connector and the motherboard header will make the device unable to USB 3.2 Gen 1 and USB 2.0 specification and can provide two USB ports. Definition 1 MIC L 2 GND 3 MIC R 4 NC 5 Head Phone R 6 MIC Detection 1 23 1 1 23 1 7 SENSE_SEND 8 No Pin 1 23 9 1Head Phone L 10 Head Phone Detection Some chassis provide a front panel audio module that has different wire...
... header conforms to work or even damage it. Incorrect connection between the module connector and the motherboard header will make the device unable to USB 3.2 Gen 1 and USB 2.0 specification and can provide two USB ports. Definition 1 MIC L 2 GND 3 MIC R 4 NC 5 Head Phone R 6 MIC Detection 1 23 1 1 23 1 7 SENSE_SEND 8 No Pin 1 23 9 1Head Phone L 10 Head Phone Detection Some chassis provide a front panel audio module that has different wire...
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... to BIOS Setup to load factory defaults (select Load Optimized Defaults) or manually configure the BIOS settings (please navigate to the "BIOS Setup" page of GIGABYTE's website for a few seconds. Open: Normal Short: Clear CMOS Values •• Always turn on the chassis front panel. Press the reset switch to restart the computer if the computer freezes and fails to change hardware components or conduct hardware testing. To remap the button to perform...
... to BIOS Setup to load factory defaults (select Load Optimized Defaults) or manually configure the BIOS settings (please navigate to the "BIOS Setup" page of GIGABYTE's website for a few seconds. Open: Normal Short: Clear CMOS Values •• Always turn on the chassis front panel. Press the reset switch to restart the computer if the computer freezes and fails to change hardware components or conduct hardware testing. To remap the button to perform...
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... battery on the motherboard supplies the necessary power to the CMOS to clear the CMOS values. && Please visit GIGABYTE's website for "BIOS Update Utilities." •• Because BIOS flashing is potentially risky, if you do it with caution. BIOS includes a BIOS Setup program that you not flash the BIOS. To upgrade the BIOS, use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash or Q-Flash Plus utility. •• Q-Flash allows the user to quickly and easily upgrade or back up BIOS without entering the...
... battery on the motherboard supplies the necessary power to the CMOS to clear the CMOS values. && Please visit GIGABYTE's website for "BIOS Update Utilities." •• Because BIOS flashing is potentially risky, if you do it with caution. BIOS includes a BIOS Setup program that you not flash the BIOS. To upgrade the BIOS, use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash or Q-Flash Plus utility. •• Q-Flash allows the user to quickly and easily upgrade or back up BIOS without entering the...
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... 3: Insert the USB thumb drive and then browse to install separate RAID driver during the OS installation process, please refer to the steps below: Step 1: Go to GIGABYTE's website, browse to the motherboard model's web page, download the AMD RAID Preinstall Driver file on the Support\Download\SATA RAID/AHCI page, unzip the file and copy the files to load the driver appears, select Browse. As some operating systems already include RAID driver, you do...
... 3: Insert the USB thumb drive and then browse to install separate RAID driver during the OS installation process, please refer to the steps below: Step 1: Go to GIGABYTE's website, browse to the motherboard model's web page, download the AMD RAID Preinstall Driver file on the Support\Download\SATA RAID/AHCI page, unzip the file and copy the files to load the driver appears, select Browse. As some operating systems already include RAID driver, you do...
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...with wireless Ethernet adapters or other users, the antenna type and its operation in hazardous locations is 6dBi in order tocomply with Part 15 of Conformity 47 CFR § 2.1077 Compliance Information Product Name: Motherboard Trade Name: GIGABYTE Model Number: B650M GAMING X AX/B650M DS3H Responsible Party - Ces stations.... The use due to its gain should be used indoors for the frequency range of the 5.25-to 5.35-GHz and 5.65 to co-channel mobile satellite systems. High power radar is restricted to indoor use of wireless devices in the 5.15-to radio frequency (RF)...
...with wireless Ethernet adapters or other users, the antenna type and its operation in hazardous locations is 6dBi in order tocomply with Part 15 of Conformity 47 CFR § 2.1077 Compliance Information Product Name: Motherboard Trade Name: GIGABYTE Model Number: B650M GAMING X AX/B650M DS3H Responsible Party - Ces stations.... The use due to its gain should be used indoors for the frequency range of the 5.25-to 5.35-GHz and 5.65 to co-channel mobile satellite systems. High power radar is restricted to indoor use of wireless devices in the 5.15-to radio frequency (RF)...