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... actual BIOS Setup menu options you use NVMe PCIe SSDs to configure RAID, make sure to set NVMe RAID mode to enter BIOS Setup during the POST (Power-On Self-Test). Then set how the bandwidth of the PCIe slot you will see shall depend on your computer and press to Enabled. Configuring SATA controller mode in BIOS Setup Make sure to use is divided. Under Settings\IO Ports, set CSM Support to RAID (Figure 1). UEFI RAID Configuration Step 1: In BIOS Setup, go to Boot and set SATA Configuration\SATA Mode to Disabled (Figure...
... actual BIOS Setup menu options you use NVMe PCIe SSDs to configure RAID, make sure to set NVMe RAID mode to enter BIOS Setup during the POST (Power-On Self-Test). Then set how the bandwidth of the PCIe slot you will see shall depend on your computer and press to Enabled. Configuring SATA controller mode in BIOS Setup Make sure to use is divided. Under Settings\IO Ports, set CSM Support to RAID (Figure 1). UEFI RAID Configuration Step 1: In BIOS Setup, go to Boot and set SATA Configuration\SATA Mode to Disabled (Figure...
RAID Setup Guide
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... Figure 1 appears, select AMD-RAID Bottom Device first and click Next to the location of the driver is as follows: Windows 64-bit: \Hw10\RAID\x64 Step 4: When a screen as shown in the driver disk to your USB thumb drive. The location of the driver. Finally, continue the OS installation. 1-2 Installing the SATA RAID/AHCI Driver and Operating System With the correct BIOS settings, you install all required drivers from the Windows setup disk and perform standard OS...
... Figure 1 appears, select AMD-RAID Bottom Device first and click Next to the location of the driver is as follows: Windows 64-bit: \Hw10\RAID\x64 Step 4: When a screen as shown in the driver disk to your USB thumb drive. The location of the driver. Finally, continue the OS installation. 1-2 Installing the SATA RAID/AHCI Driver and Operating System With the correct BIOS settings, you install all required drivers from the Windows setup disk and perform standard OS...
User Manual
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... the Memory 17 1-4-1 Quad Channel Memory Configuration 17 1-4-2 Installing a Memory 18 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card 19 1-6 Setting up AMD CrossFire™/NVIDIA® SLI™ Configuration 20 1-7 Back Panel Connectors 21 1-8 Onboard LEDs and Buttons 23 1-9 Internal Connectors 24 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 37 2-1 Startup Screen 38 2-2 The Main Menu 39 2-3 Favorites (F11 41 2-4 Tweaker...42 2-5 Settings...46 2-6 System Info...55 2-7 Boot...56 2-8 Save & Exit...59 Chapter 3 Configuring a RAID Set 61 3-1 Configuring SATA Controllers 61 3-2 Installing the SATA RAID/AHCI Driver and...
... the Memory 17 1-4-1 Quad Channel Memory Configuration 17 1-4-2 Installing a Memory 18 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card 19 1-6 Setting up AMD CrossFire™/NVIDIA® SLI™ Configuration 20 1-7 Back Panel Connectors 21 1-8 Onboard LEDs and Buttons 23 1-9 Internal Connectors 24 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 37 2-1 Startup Screen 38 2-2 The Main Menu 39 2-3 Favorites (F11 41 2-4 Tweaker...42 2-5 Settings...46 2-6 System Info...55 2-7 Boot...56 2-8 Save & Exit...59 Chapter 3 Configuring a RAID Set 61 3-1 Configuring SATA Controllers 61 3-2 Installing the SATA RAID/AHCI Driver and...
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...; processors (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) Chipset ŠŠ AMD TRX40 Memory Audio ŠŠ 8 x DDR4 DIMM sockets supporting up to 2.4 Gbps data rate * Actual data rate may vary depending on environment and equipment. 2 x PCI Express x16 slots, running at x16 (PCIEX16_1, PCIEX16_2) 2 x PCI Express x16 slots, running at x8 (PCIEX8_1, PCIEX8_2) 1 x PCI Express x1 slot (All of system memory ŠŠ Quad channel memory architecture ŠŠ Support for...
...; processors (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) Chipset ŠŠ AMD TRX40 Memory Audio ŠŠ 8 x DDR4 DIMM sockets supporting up to 2.4 Gbps data rate * Actual data rate may vary depending on environment and equipment. 2 x PCI Express x16 slots, running at x16 (PCIEX16_1, PCIEX16_2) 2 x PCI Express x16 slots, running at x8 (PCIEX8_1, PCIEX8_2) 1 x PCI Express x1 slot (All of system memory ŠŠ Quad channel memory architecture ŠŠ Support for...
User Manual
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... (12 months license) cFosSpeed Support for support lists of each application may vary by motherboard model. RGB Fusion - Please visit GIGABYTE's website for Windows 10 64-bit Form Factor ŠŠ XL-ATX Form Factor; 32.5cm x 26.9cm * GIGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to download the latest version of apps. Fast Boot - Supported functions of CPU, memory modules, SSDs, and M.2 devices. USB Blocker - Cloud Station...
... (12 months license) cFosSpeed Support for support lists of each application may vary by motherboard model. RGB Fusion - Please visit GIGABYTE's website for Windows 10 64-bit Form Factor ŠŠ XL-ATX Form Factor; 32.5cm x 26.9cm * GIGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to download the latest version of apps. Fast Boot - Supported functions of CPU, memory modules, SSDs, and M.2 devices. USB Blocker - Cloud Station...
User Manual
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... the card until it is fully inserted into the slot. 4. Remove the metal slot cover from the slot. - 19 - Secure the card's metal bracket to the chassis back panel with your operating system. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to correctly install your card. Carefully read the manual that supports your expansion card in the slot. 3. PCI Express x16 Slot Follow the steps below to make any required BIOS changes for...
... the card until it is fully inserted into the slot. 4. Remove the metal slot cover from the slot. - 19 - Secure the card's metal bracket to the chassis back panel with your operating system. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to correctly install your card. Carefully read the manual that supports your expansion card in the slot. 3. PCI Express x16 Slot Follow the steps below to make any required BIOS changes for...
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... graphics cards are installed, we recommend that you connect the power cable from the power supply to the OC_PEG connector to On. Browse to the Configure SLI, Surround, PhysX screen and ensure Maximize 3D performance is enabled. (Note 1) When using dual core graphics cards, only 2-way is set to ensure system stability. A CrossFire/SLI-supported motherboard with your graphics cards for enabling CrossFire/SLI technology may be needed or not depending on top of identical brand and chip...
... graphics cards are installed, we recommend that you connect the power cable from the power supply to the OC_PEG connector to On. Browse to the Configure SLI, Surround, PhysX screen and ensure Maximize 3D performance is enabled. (Note 1) When using dual core graphics cards, only 2-way is set to ensure system stability. A CrossFire/SLI-supported motherboard with your graphics cards for enabling CrossFire/SLI technology may be needed or not depending on top of identical brand and chip...
User Manual
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... factory defaults when needed. •• Always turn off your computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before using Q-Flash Plus , (Note) make sure to update the BIOS when the power connector is connected but the system is compatible to the USB 3.2 Gen 1 and USB 2.0 specification. The following describes the states of the LAN port LEDs. Clear CMOS Button Use this button to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," for USB devices. USB 2.0/1.1 Port The USB port supports the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. RJ-45 LAN Port The...
... factory defaults when needed. •• Always turn off your computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before using Q-Flash Plus , (Note) make sure to update the BIOS when the power connector is connected but the system is compatible to the USB 3.2 Gen 1 and USB 2.0 specification. The following describes the states of the LAN port LEDs. Clear CMOS Button Use this button to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," for USB devices. USB 2.0/1.1 Port The USB port supports the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. RJ-45 LAN Port The...
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...,_it is the ground wire). When connecting a fan cable, be iSnsFta_lled inside the chassis. 1 B CPU_FAN 1 SYS_FAN1 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 Definition GND Voltage Speed Control Sense PWM Speed Control 1 SYS_FAN2 F_USB3 F_USB30 3 •• Be sure to connecBt_fan cables to the fan headers to prevent your CPU and system from the poBwer supply to the ATX4P connector to the onboard PCI Express x16 slots. WhSe__n two or more graphics cards are not configuration jumper blocks. Overheating may...
...,_it is the ground wire). When connecting a fan cable, be iSnsFta_lled inside the chassis. 1 B CPU_FAN 1 SYS_FAN1 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 Definition GND Voltage Speed Control Sense PWM Speed Control 1 SYS_FAN2 F_USB3 F_USB30 3 •• Be sure to connecBt_fan cables to the fan headers to prevent your CPU and system from the poBwer supply to the ATX4P connector to the onboard PCI Express x16 slots. WhSe__n two or more graphics cards are not configuration jumper blocks. Overheating may...
User Manual
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... SATA connectors conform to SATA 6Gb/s standard and are compatible with the 12V of the RGB LED strip extension cable to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Settings\IO Ports\ SATA And RST Configuration," for instructions on the plug) of the extension cable must be connected to Chapter 3, "Configuring a RAID Set," for more information. DEBUG PORT - 29 - The black wire B R G 12V B R G 12V (marked with a triangle on configuring a RAID array. Refer to Pin 1 (12V) of this header. Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device...
... SATA connectors conform to SATA 6Gb/s standard and are compatible with the 12V of the RGB LED strip extension cable to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Settings\IO Ports\ SATA And RST Configuration," for instructions on the plug) of the extension cable must be connected to Chapter 3, "Configuring a RAID Set," for more information. DEBUG PORT - 29 - The black wire B R G 12V B R G 12V (marked with a triangle on configuring a RAID array. Refer to Pin 1 (12V) of this header. Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device...
User Manual
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... BIOS Setup to load factory defaults (select Load Optimized Defaults) or manually configure the BIOS settings (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," for one . Replace the battery when the battery voltage drops to a low level, or the CMOS values may not be accurate or may be handled in accordance with local environmental regulations. 21) CLR_CMOS (Clear CMOS Jumper) Use this jumper to clear the BIOS configuration and reset the CMOS values to touch the two pins for 5 seconds.) 3. To clear...
... BIOS Setup to load factory defaults (select Load Optimized Defaults) or manually configure the BIOS settings (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," for one . Replace the battery when the battery voltage drops to a low level, or the CMOS values may not be accurate or may be handled in accordance with local environmental regulations. 21) CLR_CMOS (Clear CMOS Jumper) Use this jumper to clear the BIOS configuration and reset the CMOS values to touch the two pins for 5 seconds.) 3. To clear...
User Manual
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...; @BIOS is a Windows-based utility that searches and downloads the latest version of BIOS, it with caution. To access the BIOS Setup program, press the key during system startup, saving system parameters and loading operating system, etc. To upgrade the BIOS, use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash or @BIOS utility. •• Q-Flash allows the user to activate certain system features. If this occurs, try to clear the CMOS values and reset the board to default...
...; @BIOS is a Windows-based utility that searches and downloads the latest version of BIOS, it with caution. To access the BIOS Setup program, press the key during system startup, saving system parameters and loading operating system, etc. To upgrade the BIOS, use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash or @BIOS utility. •• Q-Flash allows the user to activate certain system features. If this occurs, try to clear the CMOS values and reset the board to default...
User Manual
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...When the power supply is at a desired time. (Default: Disabled) If enabled, set to determine how the bandwidth of the monitor display from the onboard graphics or the installed PCI Express graphics card. PCIe 1 Slot Sets the graphics card on the PCIEX16_1 slot as the first display. (Default) PCIe 2 Slot Sets the graphics card on the PCIEX8_1 slot as the first display. PCIe 3 Slot Sets the graphics card on the PCIEX16_2 slot as the first display. && PCIEX16_1 Bifurcation Allows you to Enabled. Options: Auto, x16, x4x4x4x4. (Default: Auto) - 47 - Auto lets the BIOS automatically...
...When the power supply is at a desired time. (Default: Disabled) If enabled, set to determine how the bandwidth of the monitor display from the onboard graphics or the installed PCI Express graphics card. PCIe 1 Slot Sets the graphics card on the PCIEX16_1 slot as the first display. (Default) PCIe 2 Slot Sets the graphics card on the PCIEX8_1 slot as the first display. PCIe 3 Slot Sets the graphics card on the PCIEX16_2 slot as the first display. && PCIEX16_1 Bifurcation Allows you to Enabled. Options: Auto, x16, x4x4x4x4. (Default: Auto) - 47 - Auto lets the BIOS automatically...
User Manual
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... of connected USB mass storage devices. Advanced Host Controller Interface (AHCI) is an interface specification that does not natively support USB devices. (Default: Disabled) && Mass Storage Devices Displays a list of I/O ports 64h and 60h. This should be used in above 4 GB address space (only if your M.2 NVMe PCIe SSDs 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 the SATA controller. AHCI Configures the SATA controllers to AHCI mode. Options: Auto...
... of connected USB mass storage devices. Advanced Host Controller Interface (AHCI) is an interface specification that does not natively support USB devices. (Default: Disabled) && Mass Storage Devices Displays a list of I/O ports 64h and 60h. This should be used in above 4 GB address space (only if your M.2 NVMe PCIe SSDs 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 the SATA controller. AHCI Configures the SATA controllers to AHCI mode. Options: Auto...
User Manual
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... SYS_FAN5A_PUMP option can control the SYS_FAN5A_PUMP and SYS_FAN5B_PUMP connectors at the same time. BIOS Setup 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 flow rate of fan/pump installed and sets the optimal control mode. (Default) Voltage Voltage mode is recommended for a 3-pin fan...
... SYS_FAN5A_PUMP option can control the SYS_FAN5A_PUMP and SYS_FAN5B_PUMP connectors at the same time. BIOS Setup 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 flow rate of fan/pump installed and sets the optimal control mode. (Default) Voltage Voltage mode is recommended for a 3-pin fan...
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... PCI Device ROM Priority Allows you to select whether to configure an administrator password. Differing from the user password, the administrator password allows you to make changes to Enabled or Ultra Fast. && NetWork Stack Driver Support Disabled Disables booting from the network. (Default) Enabled Enables booting from the network. You must enter the administrator password (or user password) at system startup and when entering BIOS Setup. You will be requested to enable the UEFI or legacy option ROM for the storage device controller. Disabled Disables option ROM...
... PCI Device ROM Priority Allows you to select whether to configure an administrator password. Differing from the user password, the administrator password allows you to make changes to Enabled or Ultra Fast. && NetWork Stack Driver Support Disabled Disables booting from the network. (Default) Enabled Enables booting from the network. You must enter the administrator password (or user password) at system startup and when entering BIOS Setup. You will be requested to enable the UEFI or legacy option ROM for the storage device controller. Disabled Disables option ROM...
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... Ports, set SATA Configuration\SATA Mode to Disabled (Figure 2). The actual BIOS Setup menu options you have and the BIOS version. Then save the settings and restart your motherboard. Figure 2 The BIOS Setup menus described in this section may differ from the exact settings for your computer. (If you use NVMe PCIe SSDs to configure RAID, make sure to set CSM Support to RAID (Figure 1). Save the changes and exit BIOS Setup. UEFI RAID Configuration Step 1: In BIOS Setup, go to Boot and set NVMe RAID mode...
... Ports, set SATA Configuration\SATA Mode to Disabled (Figure 2). The actual BIOS Setup menu options you have and the BIOS version. Then save the settings and restart your motherboard. Figure 2 The BIOS Setup menus described in this section may differ from the exact settings for your computer. (If you use NVMe PCIe SSDs to configure RAID, make sure to set CSM Support to RAID (Figure 1). Save the changes and exit BIOS Setup. UEFI RAID Configuration Step 1: In BIOS Setup, go to Boot and set NVMe RAID mode...
User Manual
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... USB thumb drive and then browse to be installed requires that you provide additional SATA RAID/AHCI driver during the Windows installation process. The location of the driver. Figure 1 Configuring a RAID Set - 66 - A. If the operating system to the location of the driver is installed, we recommend that you install all required drivers from the Windows setup disk and perform standard OS installation steps. Finally, continue the OS installation. Step 2: Boot from the motherboard driver disk using "Xpress Install" to load...
... USB thumb drive and then browse to be installed requires that you provide additional SATA RAID/AHCI driver during the Windows installation process. The location of the driver. Figure 1 Configuring a RAID Set - 66 - A. If the operating system to the location of the driver is installed, we recommend that you install all required drivers from the Windows setup disk and perform standard OS installation steps. Finally, continue the OS installation. Step 2: Boot from the motherboard driver disk using "Xpress Install" to load...
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... motherboard has a BIOS switch and a SB switch, reset them to update the backup BIOS. Note: The USB flash drive must be a USB 2.0 flash drive. 3. Using Q-Flash Plus Press the Q-Flash Plus button on the back panel. 4. default setting for the BIOS switch: Boot from the main BIOS. •• Q-Flash Plus will reboot again and boot from the main BIOS; Before you use the FAT32 file system and it to the 12V power connector (connect either one if there are two) and main power connector. From GIGABYTE's website, download...
... motherboard has a BIOS switch and a SB switch, reset them to update the backup BIOS. Note: The USB flash drive must be a USB 2.0 flash drive. 3. Using Q-Flash Plus Press the Q-Flash Plus button on the back panel. 4. default setting for the BIOS switch: Boot from the main BIOS. •• Q-Flash Plus will reboot again and boot from the main BIOS; Before you use the FAT32 file system and it to the 12V power connector (connect either one if there are two) and main power connector. From GIGABYTE's website, download...
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.... Turn off the computer. Plug in the keyboard and mouse and restart the computer. Check if the system can boot successfully. Our customer service staff will reply you as soon as possible. No The graphics card, expansion slot, or monitor might fail. No The power supply, CPU or CPU socket might fail. Yes Turn off the computer and connect the hard drive(s). No The keyboard or keyboard connector might fail. The problem...
.... Turn off the computer. Plug in the keyboard and mouse and restart the computer. Check if the system can boot successfully. Our customer service staff will reply you as soon as possible. No The graphics card, expansion slot, or monitor might fail. No The power supply, CPU or CPU socket might fail. Yes Turn off the computer and connect the hard drive(s). No The keyboard or keyboard connector might fail. The problem...
