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Motherboard X299X DESIGNARE 10G Sept. 27, 2019 Wireless Module Country Approvals: Motherboard X299X DESIGNARE 10G Sept. 27, 2019
Motherboard X299X DESIGNARE 10G Sept. 27, 2019 Wireless Module Country Approvals: Motherboard X299X DESIGNARE 10G Sept. 27, 2019
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... respective owners. For example, "REV: 1.0" means the revision of the motherboard is the property of GIGABYTE. Check your motherboard looks like this manual may be made by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. Documentation Classifications In order to assist in any form...'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. Example: Copyright © ...
... respective owners. For example, "REV: 1.0" means the revision of the motherboard is the property of GIGABYTE. Check your motherboard looks like this manual may be made by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. Documentation Classifications In order to assist in any form...'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. Example: Copyright © ...
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Table of Contents Box Contents...6 Optional Items...6 X299X DESIGNARE 10G Motherboard Layout 7 X299X DESIGNARE 10G Motherboard Block Diagram 8 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 9 1-1 Installation Precautions 9 1-2 Product Specifications 10 1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler 14 1-3-1 Installing the CPU...14 1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler ...
Table of Contents Box Contents...6 Optional Items...6 X299X DESIGNARE 10G Motherboard Layout 7 X299X DESIGNARE 10G Motherboard Block Diagram 8 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 9 1-1 Installation Precautions 9 1-2 Product Specifications 10 1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler 14 1-3-1 Installing the CPU...14 1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler ...
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...-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) - 6 - Box Contents 55 X299X DESIGNARE 10G motherboard 55 Motherboard driver disc 55 User's Manual 55 Quick Installation Guide 55 Six SATA cables 55 One Wi-Fi antenna 55 One G Connector 55 One addressable LED...
...-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) - 6 - Box Contents 55 X299X DESIGNARE 10G motherboard 55 Motherboard driver disc 55 User's Manual 55 Quick Installation Guide 55 Six SATA cables 55 One Wi-Fi antenna 55 One G Connector 55 One addressable LED...
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X299X DESIGNARE 10G Motherboard Layout DDR4_4_2C DDR4_2_1C DDR4_3_2D DDR4_1_1D DDR4_1_1B DDR4_3_2B DDR4_2_1A DDR4_4_2A SYS_FAN2 10G_LAN U32_1 FBIOS_LED Intel® 10GbE LAN U32_2 GENESYS USB 3.2 Gen 1 Hub Intel® Thunderbolt... SATA3 31 20 F_U32C AUDIO SYS_FAN1 PCIEX16_1 80 60 42 110 80 60 30 M2P CPU_FAN CPU_OPT ASMedia® USB 3.2 Gen 2 Controller M2_WIFI M2M PCIEX8_1 X299X DESIGNARE 10G M_BIOS MBIOS_LED B_BIOS BBIOS_LED PCIEX16_2 Intel® X299 ASMedia® SATA 6Gb/s Controller M2Q SATA3 75 64 CODEC PCIEX8_2 SB 80 60 42 BAT EC_TEMP2...
X299X DESIGNARE 10G Motherboard Layout DDR4_4_2C DDR4_2_1C DDR4_3_2D DDR4_1_1D DDR4_1_1B DDR4_3_2B DDR4_2_1A DDR4_4_2A SYS_FAN2 10G_LAN U32_1 FBIOS_LED Intel® 10GbE LAN U32_2 GENESYS USB 3.2 Gen 1 Hub Intel® Thunderbolt... SATA3 31 20 F_U32C AUDIO SYS_FAN1 PCIEX16_1 80 60 42 110 80 60 30 M2P CPU_FAN CPU_OPT ASMedia® USB 3.2 Gen 2 Controller M2_WIFI M2M PCIEX8_1 X299X DESIGNARE 10G M_BIOS MBIOS_LED B_BIOS BBIOS_LED PCIEX16_2 Intel® X299 ASMedia® SATA 6Gb/s Controller M2Q SATA3 75 64 CODEC PCIEX8_2 SB 80 60 42 BAT EC_TEMP2...
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X299X DESIGNARE 10G Motherboard Block Diagram 1 PCI Express 1 PCI Express x16 1 PCI x16 Express x8 CPU CLK+/- (100~500 MHz) DDR4 2933 (Note)/2666/2400/2133 MHz PCIe CLK (...
X299X DESIGNARE 10G Motherboard Block Diagram 1 PCI Express 1 PCI Express x16 1 PCI x16 Express x8 CPU CLK+/- (100~500 MHz) DDR4 2933 (Note)/2666/2400/2133 MHz PCIe CLK (...
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... follow these procedures: •• Prior to installation, make sure they are connected tightly and securely. •• When handling the motherboard, avoid touching any installation steps or have it on top of an antistatic pad or within the computer casing. •• Do not...become damaged as a result of your hands dry and first touch a metal object to eliminate static electricity. •• Prior to installing the motherboard, please have a problem related to the use of the product, please consult a certified computer technician. •• If you use an adapter...
... follow these procedures: •• Prior to installation, make sure they are connected tightly and securely. •• When handling the motherboard, avoid touching any installation steps or have it on top of an antistatic pad or within the computer casing. •• Do not...become damaged as a result of your hands dry and first touch a metal object to eliminate static electricity. •• Prior to installing the motherboard, please have a problem related to the use of the product, please consult a certified computer technician. •• If you use an adapter...
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... - Please visit the Support\Utility List page on motherboard specifications. - @BIOS - Unique Features Bundled Software Operating System Form Factor Support for APP Center * Available applications in APP Center may also vary depending on GIGABYTE's website to the product specifications and product-related information...
... - Please visit the Support\Utility List page on motherboard specifications. - @BIOS - Unique Features Bundled Software Operating System Form Factor Support for APP Center * Available applications in APP Center may also vary depending on GIGABYTE's website to the product specifications and product-related information...
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... installing the CPU to your hardware specifications including the CPU, graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc. 1-3-1 Installing the CPU A. Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the CPU Notch Notch - 14 - LGA2066 CPU Socket Alignment Key Alignment Key Pin One Corner of the CPU. If... the standard requirements for the latest CPU support list.) •• Always turn on the computer if the CPU cooler is not recommended that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals.
... installing the CPU to your hardware specifications including the CPU, graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc. 1-3-1 Installing the CPU A. Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the CPU Notch Notch - 14 - LGA2066 CPU Socket Alignment Key Alignment Key Pin One Corner of the CPU. If... the standard requirements for the latest CPU support list.) •• Always turn on the computer if the CPU cooler is not recommended that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals.
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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 ...
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 ...
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... to the other to be used. Inadequately removing the CPU cooler may damage the CPU. Refer to the CPU fan header (CPU_FAN) on the motherboard. Step 4: Finally, attach the power connector of the CPU cooler to the user's manual for your CPU cooler.) Step 1: Apply an even ... of the installed CPU. Hardware Installation - 16 - 1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler Refer to the steps below to correctly install the CPU cooler on the motherboard. (Actual installation process may differ depending the CPU cooler to tighten the screws in a diagonal sequence with a screw driver. Step 2: Place the cooler...
... to the other to be used. Inadequately removing the CPU cooler may damage the CPU. Refer to the CPU fan header (CPU_FAN) on the motherboard. Step 4: Finally, attach the power connector of the CPU cooler to the user's manual for your CPU cooler.) Step 1: Apply an even ... of the installed CPU. Hardware Installation - 16 - 1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler Refer to the steps below to correctly install the CPU cooler on the motherboard. (Actual installation process may differ depending the CPU cooler to tighten the screws in a diagonal sequence with a screw driver. Step 2: Place the cooler...
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... 6 Modules a a a a a a 8 Modules a a a a a: Installed, Empty: Not Installed a a a a For optimum performance, it is recommended that the motherboard supports the memory. If you are divided into four channels and each channel, such as following guidelines before installing the memory to prevent hardware damage... design. A memory module can be used. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for memory installation according to insert the memory, switch the direction. 1-4-1 4 Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard supports 4 Channel Technology. The eight DDR4 memory sockets are ...
... 6 Modules a a a a a a 8 Modules a a a a a: Installed, Empty: Not Installed a a a a For optimum performance, it is recommended that the motherboard supports the memory. If you are divided into four channels and each channel, such as following guidelines before installing the memory to prevent hardware damage... design. A memory module can be used. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for memory installation according to insert the memory, switch the direction. 1-4-1 4 Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard supports 4 Channel Technology. The eight DDR4 memory sockets are ...
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..., make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to install DDR4 DIMMs on this motherboard.
..., make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to install DDR4 DIMMs on this motherboard.
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... off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before you begin to install an expansion card: •• Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. PCI Express x16 Slot Follow the steps below to correctly install your expan- 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card Read the following guidelines...
... off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before you begin to install an expansion card: •• Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. PCI Express x16 Slot Follow the steps below to correctly install your expan- 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card Read the following guidelines...
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... 2) (Refer to the manual of identical brand and chip and correct driver -- 1-6 Setting up AMD CrossFire™/NVIDIA® SLI™ Configuration A. C. A CrossFire/SLI-supported motherboard with sufficient power is enabled. (Note 1) The bridge connector(s) may differ by graphics cards and driver version. Connecting the Graphics Cards Step 1: Observe the steps...
... 2) (Refer to the manual of identical brand and chip and correct driver -- 1-6 Setting up AMD CrossFire™/NVIDIA® SLI™ Configuration A. C. A CrossFire/SLI-supported motherboard with sufficient power is enabled. (Note 1) The bridge connector(s) may differ by graphics cards and driver version. Connecting the Graphics Cards Step 1: Observe the steps...
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... Plus Port) The USB 3.2 Gen 1 port supports the USB 3.2 Gen 1 specification and is compatible to insert the USB flash drive into this connector to the motherboard. Hardware Installation Before using a DisplayPort monitor, but the actual resolutions supported are dependent on the number of the LAN port LEDs. SMA Antenna Connectors (2T2R...
... Plus Port) The USB 3.2 Gen 1 port supports the USB 3.2 Gen 1 specification and is compatible to insert the USB flash drive into this connector to the motherboard. Hardware Installation Before using a DisplayPort monitor, but the actual resolutions supported are dependent on the number of the LAN port LEDs. SMA Antenna Connectors (2T2R...
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... enable or configure the audio amplifying function for line in connector. This jack supports audio amplifying function. Do not rock it straight out from the motherboard. •• When removing the cable, pull it side to side to complete. Line Out/Front Speaker Out The line out jack. Before using the...
... enable or configure the audio amplifying function for line in connector. This jack supports audio amplifying function. Do not rock it straight out from the motherboard. •• When removing the cable, pull it side to side to complete. Line Out/Front Speaker Out The line out jack. Before using the...
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... 2 1 1: Main BIOS (Boot from the main BIOS) 2 1 2: Backup BIOS (Boot from the power outlet before using the _ SB switch. 1 23 U __ 3 S_ Quick Buttons This motherboard has 3 quick buttons: power button, reset button and clear CMOS button. Hardware Installation B S_ B B S_ B F _0 _F _0 F Use this button to clear the BIOS...
... 2 1 1: Main BIOS (Boot from the main BIOS) 2 1 2: Backup BIOS (Boot from the power outlet before using the _ SB switch. 1 23 U __ 3 S_ Quick Buttons This motherboard has 3 quick buttons: power button, reset button and clear CMOS button. Hardware Installation B S_ B B S_ B F _0 _F _0 F Use this button to clear the BIOS...
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... 16) F_AUDIO 17) F_U32C 18) F_U32_1/F_U32_2 19) F_USB 20) TPM 21) VROC 22) BAT 23) CLR_CMOS Read the following guidelines before turning on the motherboard. - 25 - Unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the devices. •• After installing the device and before connecting external...
... 16) F_AUDIO 17) F_U32C 18) F_U32_1/F_U32_2 19) F_USB 20) TPM 21) VROC 22) BAT 23) CLR_CMOS Read the following guidelines before turning on the motherboard. - 25 - Unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the devices. •• After installing the device and before connecting external...
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... possesses a foolproof design. Connect the power supply cable to the CPU. If the 12V power connector is turned off and all the components on the motherboard. 1/2) A TX_12V_2X4_1/ATX_12V_2X4_2/ATX (2x4 12V Power Connectors and 2x12 Main Power Connector) With the use of the power connector, the power supply can supply enough...
... possesses a foolproof design. Connect the power supply cable to the CPU. If the 12V power connector is turned off and all the components on the motherboard. 1/2) A TX_12V_2X4_1/ATX_12V_2X4_2/ATX (2x4 12V Power Connectors and 2x12 Main Power Connector) With the use of the power connector, the power supply can supply enough...