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... in any form or by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. For detailed product information, carefully read the User's Manual. For quick set-up of this manual may be reproduced, copied, translated, transmitted, or published in this manual are legally registered to the Quick Installation Guide on your motherboard revision before updating motherboard BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical...
... in any form or by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. For detailed product information, carefully read the User's Manual. For quick set-up of this manual may be reproduced, copied, translated, transmitted, or published in this manual are legally registered to the Quick Installation Guide on your motherboard revision before updating motherboard BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical...
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... 1 Product Introduction 4 1-1 Motherboard Layout 4 1-2 Motherboard Block Diagram 7 Chapter 2 Hardware Installation 8 2-1 Installation Precautions 8 2-2 Product Specifications 9 2-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler 12 2-4 Installing the Memory 15 2-5 Installing an Expansion Card 16 2-6 Back Panel Connectors 17 2-7 Onboard Buttons and LEDs 19 2-8 Internal Connectors 20 Chapter 3 BIOS Setup 34 Chapter 4 Installing the Operating System and Drivers 36 4-1 Operating System Installation 36 4-2 Drivers Installation 37 Chapter 5 Appendix...38 5-1 Configuring a RAID Set 38 Regulatory...
... 1 Product Introduction 4 1-1 Motherboard Layout 4 1-2 Motherboard Block Diagram 7 Chapter 2 Hardware Installation 8 2-1 Installation Precautions 8 2-2 Product Specifications 9 2-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler 12 2-4 Installing the Memory 15 2-5 Installing an Expansion Card 16 2-6 Back Panel Connectors 17 2-7 Onboard Buttons and LEDs 19 2-8 Internal Connectors 20 Chapter 3 BIOS Setup 34 Chapter 4 Installing the Operating System and Drivers 36 4-1 Operating System Installation 36 4-2 Drivers Installation 37 Chapter 5 Appendix...38 5-1 Configuring a RAID Set 38 Regulatory...
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... Motherboard Block Diagram PCI Express 5.0 (Note 1) Bus x4 CPU CLK+/- (100 MHz) DDR5 5200/4800/4400 MT/s 1 M.2 Socket 3 (M2A_CPU) PCI Express 4.0 Bus x16 x4 1 M.2 Socket 3 (M2B_CPU) 1 HDMI CODEC AM5 CPU SPI BIOS Bus TPM eSPI iTE® Bus Super I/O USB 2.0 Hub 4 USB 2.0/1.1 2 USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A 2 USB 3.2 Gen 1 1 PCI Express x16 MIC Line Out Line In PCIe x4 PCI Express 4.0 Bus x4 1 M.2 Socket 3 (M2C_SB) 4 SATA 6Gb/s AMD Chipset 1 M.2 Socket 3 (M2D_SB) 1 USB Type-C®, with USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 support 4 USB 3.2 Gen 1 4 USB 2.0/1.1 1 PCI Express x4 PCIe x4 PCI Express...
... Motherboard Block Diagram PCI Express 5.0 (Note 1) Bus x4 CPU CLK+/- (100 MHz) DDR5 5200/4800/4400 MT/s 1 M.2 Socket 3 (M2A_CPU) PCI Express 4.0 Bus x16 x4 1 M.2 Socket 3 (M2B_CPU) 1 HDMI CODEC AM5 CPU SPI BIOS Bus TPM eSPI iTE® Bus Super I/O USB 2.0 Hub 4 USB 2.0/1.1 2 USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A 2 USB 3.2 Gen 1 1 PCI Express x16 MIC Line Out Line In PCIe x4 PCI Express 4.0 Bus x4 1 M.2 Socket 3 (M2C_SB) 4 SATA 6Gb/s AMD Chipset 1 M.2 Socket 3 (M2D_SB) 1 USB Type-C®, with USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 support 4 USB 3.2 Gen 1 4 USB 2.0/1.1 1 PCI Express x4 PCIe x4 PCI Express...
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... equipment.) Expansion Slots CPU: - 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, supporting PCIe 4.0 and running at x16 (PCIEX16) * For optimum performance, if only one PCI Express graphics card is to be installed, be sure to "Memory Support List" on CPU support.) Realtek® Audio CODEC High Definition Audio 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel * You can change the functionality of 4096x2160@60 Hz * Support for X670 AORUS ELITE AX PCB rev. 1.3 or later and X670 GAMING X AX V2. - 9 - To configure 7.1-channel audio, access the audio software for 11ax...
... equipment.) Expansion Slots CPU: - 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, supporting PCIe 4.0 and running at x16 (PCIEX16) * For optimum performance, if only one PCI Express graphics card is to be installed, be sure to "Memory Support List" on CPU support.) Realtek® Audio CODEC High Definition Audio 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel * You can change the functionality of 4096x2160@60 Hz * Support for X670 AORUS ELITE AX PCB rev. 1.3 or later and X670 GAMING X AX V2. - 9 - To configure 7.1-channel audio, access the audio software for 11ax...
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... the internal USB headers) - 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports available through the internal USB headers 1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector 2 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connectors 1 x CPU fan header 1 x CPU fan/water cooling pump header 3 x system fan headers 1 x CPU cooler LED strip/RGB LED strip headerjk 2 x addressable LED strip headersjk 3 x addressable RGB Gen2 LED strip headersl 2 x RGB LED strip headersjk 1 x RGB LED strip headerl 4 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors 4 x M.2 Socket 3 connectors 1 x front panel header 1 x front panel audio header 1 x USB Type-C® header, with USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 support 2 x USB...
... the internal USB headers) - 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports available through the internal USB headers 1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector 2 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connectors 1 x CPU fan header 1 x CPU fan/water cooling pump header 3 x system fan headers 1 x CPU cooler LED strip/RGB LED strip headerjk 2 x addressable LED strip headersjk 3 x addressable RGB Gen2 LED strip headersl 2 x RGB LED strip headersjk 1 x RGB LED strip headerl 4 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors 4 x M.2 Socket 3 connectors 1 x front panel header 1 x front panel audio header 1 x USB Type-C® header, with USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 support 2 x USB...
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...; Voltage detection Temperature detection Fan speed detection Water cooling flow rate detection Fan fail warning Fan speed control * Whether the fan speed control function is supported will depend on motherboard specifications. Support for Q-Flash Support for Q-Flash Plus Smart Backup Norton® Internet Security (OEM version) LAN bandwidth management software Support for Windows 11 64-bit Support for Windows 10 64-bit Form Factor ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 24.4cm * GIGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes...
...; Voltage detection Temperature detection Fan speed detection Water cooling flow rate detection Fan fail warning Fan speed control * Whether the fan speed control function is supported will depend on motherboard specifications. Support for Q-Flash Support for Q-Flash Plus Smart Backup Norton® Internet Security (OEM version) LAN bandwidth management software Support for Windows 11 64-bit Support for Windows 10 64-bit Form Factor ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 24.4cm * GIGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes...
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..., speed, and chips be used . - 15 - When enabling Dual Channel mode with two or four memory modules, it is recommended that the motherboard supports the memory. Enabling Dual Channel memory mode will automatically detect the specifications and capacity of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be installed in Dual Channel mode. 1. A memory module can 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...
..., speed, and chips be used . - 15 - When enabling Dual Channel mode with two or four memory modules, it is recommended that the motherboard supports the memory. Enabling Dual Channel memory mode will automatically detect the specifications and capacity of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be installed in Dual Channel mode. 1. A memory module can 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...
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... the chassis back panel. 2. Locate an expansion slot that came with a screw. 5. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to the chassis back panel with your card. Secure the card's metal bracket to make any required BIOS changes for your operating system. Follow the steps below to install an expansion card: •• Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. PCIEX16 Slot - 16 - After installing all expansion cards, replace the chassis cover(s). 6. 2-5 Installing...
... the chassis back panel. 2. Locate an expansion slot that came with a screw. 5. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to the chassis back panel with your card. Secure the card's metal bracket to make any required BIOS changes for your operating system. Follow the steps below to install an expansion card: •• Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. PCIEX16 Slot - 16 - After installing all expansion cards, replace the chassis cover(s). 6. 2-5 Installing...
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... monitor being used. The QFLED will flash when the BIOS matching and flashing activities start and will stop flashing when the main BIOS flashing is HDCP 2.3 compliant and supports Dolby TrueHD and DTS HD Master Audio formats. HDMI Port The HDMI port is complete. The maximum supported resolution is compatible to the USB 3.2 Gen 1 and USB 2.0 specification. After installing the HDMI device, make sure to insert the USB flash drive into the dedicated port, and then you to update...
... monitor being used. The QFLED will flash when the BIOS matching and flashing activities start and will stop flashing when the main BIOS flashing is HDCP 2.3 compliant and supports Dolby TrueHD and DTS HD Master Audio formats. HDMI Port The HDMI port is complete. The maximum supported resolution is compatible to the USB 3.2 Gen 1 and USB 2.0 specification. After installing the HDMI device, make sure to insert the USB flash drive into the dedicated port, and then you to update...
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... specification and is occurring Line In/Rear Speaker Out (Blue) The line in devices such as an optical drive, walkman, etc. Use this audio jack for details on configuring the audio software. Audio Jack Configurations: Jack Line In/Rear Speaker Out Line Out/Front Speaker Out Mic In/Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out Front Panel Line Out/Side Speaker Out Headphone/ 2-channel a 4-channel a a 5.1-channel a a a 7.1-channel a a a a You can change the functionality of the LAN port LEDs...
... specification and is occurring Line In/Rear Speaker Out (Blue) The line in devices such as an optical drive, walkman, etc. Use this audio jack for details on configuring the audio software. Audio Jack Configurations: Jack Line In/Rear Speaker Out Line Out/Front Speaker Out Mic In/Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out Front Panel Line Out/Side Speaker Out Headphone/ 2-channel a 4-channel a a 5.1-channel a a a 7.1-channel a a a a You can change the functionality of the LAN port LEDs...
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... working normally; CPU DRAM VGA BOOT CPU: CPU status LED DRAM: Memory status LED VGA: Graphics card status LED BOOT: Operating system status LED - 19 - 2-7 Onboard Buttons and LEDs Quick Buttons This motherboard has 3 quick buttons: power button, reset button and clear CMOS button. PW_SW RST_SW PW_SW: Power Button RST_SW: Reset Button CMOS_SW: Clear CMOS Button CMOS_SW The reset button provides you haven't entered the operating system yet. If the CPU/DRAM/VGA LED is on, that means the corresponding device is on, that means you with several functions to use the clear CMOS...
... working normally; CPU DRAM VGA BOOT CPU: CPU status LED DRAM: Memory status LED VGA: Graphics card status LED BOOT: Operating system status LED - 19 - 2-7 Onboard Buttons and LEDs Quick Buttons This motherboard has 3 quick buttons: power button, reset button and clear CMOS button. PW_SW RST_SW PW_SW: Power Button RST_SW: Reset Button CMOS_SW: Clear CMOS Button CMOS_SW The reset button provides you haven't entered the operating system yet. If the CPU/DRAM/VGA LED is on, that means the corresponding device is on, that means you with several functions to use the clear CMOS...
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... Speed Control Connector Maximum Current Maximum Power CPU_FAN 2A 24W SYS_FAN1~3 2A 24W CPU_OPT 2A 24W •• Be sure to connect fan cables to the fan headers to the CPU or the system may hang. •• These fan headers are 4-pin. Most fan headers possess a foolproof insertion design. The speed control function requires the use of a fan with fan speed control design. Do not place a jumper cap on this motherboard are not configuration jumper...
... Speed Control Connector Maximum Current Maximum Power CPU_FAN 2A 24W SYS_FAN1~3 2A 24W CPU_OPT 2A 24W •• Be sure to connect fan cables to the fan headers to the CPU or the system may hang. •• These fan headers are 4-pin. Most fan headers possess a foolproof insertion design. The speed control function requires the use of a fan with fan speed control design. Do not place a jumper cap on this motherboard are not configuration jumper...
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... on the plug) of the LED strip must be sure to turn on the plug) of the LED strip must be used to the damage of the LED strip. The power pin (marked _ _B with maximum power rating of 2A (12V) and maximum length of 2m. _ Pin No. Before installing or removing the devices, be connected to the header. k Only for X670 AORUS ELITE AX. j Only for X670 GAMING X AX. - 24...
... on the plug) of the LED strip must be sure to turn on the plug) of the LED strip must be used to the damage of the LED strip. The power pin (marked _ _B with maximum power rating of 2A (12V) and maximum length of 2m. _ Pin No. Before installing or removing the devices, be connected to the header. k Only for X670 AORUS ELITE AX. j Only for X670 GAMING X AX. - 24...
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.../LED_C2 (RGB LED Strip Headers)jk B LED_C (RGB LED Strip Header)l DEBUG PORT U The header(s) 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. j Only for X670 GAMING X AX V2. - 25 - The power pin (marked with a triangle on /off the lights of the LED strip, please navigate to the "Unique Features" page of GIGABYTE's website...
.../LED_C2 (RGB LED Strip Headers)jk B LED_C (RGB LED Strip Header)l DEBUG PORT U The header(s) 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. j Only for X670 GAMING X AX V2. - 25 - The power pin (marked with a triangle on /off the lights of the LED strip, please navigate to the "Unique Features" page of GIGABYTE's website...
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...-Latch clip to remove the heatsink. Install the M.2 SSD: https://www.gigabyte.com/WebPage/919/M2-ezlatch.html * Motherboard heatsink design may vary by each M.2 connector: M.2 PCIe x4 SSD M.2 PCIe x2 SSD M2A_CPU a a M2B_CPU a a M2C_SB a a M2D_SB a a M.2 SATA SSD r r r r && Please visit GIGABYTE's website for details on using M.2 EZ-Latch. F 11) M2A_CPU/M2B_CPU/M2C_SB/M2D_SB (M.2 Socket 3 Connectors) There are two types of GIGABYTE's website for instructions on configuring a RAID array. Please...
...-Latch clip to remove the heatsink. Install the M.2 SSD: https://www.gigabyte.com/WebPage/919/M2-ezlatch.html * Motherboard heatsink design may vary by each M.2 connector: M.2 PCIe x4 SSD M.2 PCIe x2 SSD M2A_CPU a a M2B_CPU a a M2C_SB a a M2D_SB a a M.2 SATA SSD r r r r && Please visit GIGABYTE's website for details on using M.2 EZ-Latch. F 11) M2A_CPU/M2B_CPU/M2C_SB/M2D_SB (M.2 Socket 3 Connectors) There are two types of GIGABYTE's website for instructions on configuring a RAID array. Please...
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.../M2DU_SB (M.2 Socket 3 Connectors) There are two types of the M.2 SSD and close clip to correctly install an M.2 SSD in the 110mm hole, remove the EZ-Latch Plus clip from the bottom of the motherboard heatsink and then replace the heatsink and tighten the screws diagonally. * Types of M.2 SSDs supported by model. (Note) Only for X670 AORUS ELITE AX PCB rev. 1.3 or later and X670 GAMING X AX V2. - 28...
.../M2DU_SB (M.2 Socket 3 Connectors) There are two types of the M.2 SSD and close clip to correctly install an M.2 SSD in the 110mm hole, remove the EZ-Latch Plus clip from the bottom of the motherboard heatsink and then replace the heatsink and tighten the screws diagonally. * Types of M.2 SSDs supported by model. (Note) Only for X670 AORUS ELITE AX PCB rev. 1.3 or later and X670 GAMING X AX V2. - 28...
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... Short: Clear CMOS Values •• Always turn off your computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before clearing the CMOS values. •• After system restart, go 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 more information. 20) CLR_CMOS (Clear CMOS Jumper) Use this jumper to clear the BIOS configuration and reset the CMOS values to the "BIOS Setup...
... Short: Clear CMOS Values •• Always turn off your computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before clearing the CMOS values. •• After system restart, go 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 more information. 20) CLR_CMOS (Clear CMOS Jumper) Use this jumper to clear the BIOS configuration and reset the CMOS values to the "BIOS Setup...
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... the battery/clear CMOS jumper/button in the CMOS on the motherboard. Chapter 3 BIOS Setup BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) records hardware parameters of the system in Chapter 2 or navigate to the "BIOS Setup" page of GIGABYTE's website and search for "Load Optimized Defaults" for how to clear the CMOS values. && Please visit GIGABYTE's website for "BIOS Update Utilities." •• Because BIOS flashing is turned on. For instructions on using the Q-Flash and Q-Flash Plus utilities, please...
... the battery/clear CMOS jumper/button in the CMOS on the motherboard. Chapter 3 BIOS Setup BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) records hardware parameters of the system in Chapter 2 or navigate to the "BIOS Setup" page of GIGABYTE's website and search for "Load Optimized Defaults" for how to clear the CMOS values. && Please visit GIGABYTE's website for "BIOS Update Utilities." •• Because BIOS flashing is turned on. For instructions on using the Q-Flash and Q-Flash Plus utilities, please...
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... 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 install the operating system. Select AMD-RAID Bottom Device first and click Next to be installed requires that you install all required drivers from the Windows setup disc and perform standard OS installation steps. Chapter 4 Installing the Operating System and Drivers 4-1 Operating System Installation With the correct BIOS settings, you provide additional RAID driver...
... 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 install the operating system. Select AMD-RAID Bottom Device first and click Next to be installed requires that you install all required drivers from the Windows setup disc and perform standard OS installation steps. Chapter 4 Installing the Operating System and Drivers 4-1 Operating System Installation With the correct BIOS settings, you provide additional RAID driver...
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... limits. The FCC with high-gain antennas. The following two conditions: (1) this device must accept any exposed parts of Conformity 47 CFR § 2.1077 Compliance Information Product Name: Motherboard Trade Name: GIGABYTE Model Number: X670 AORUS ELITE AX/X670 GAMING X AX V2/X670 GAMING X AX Responsible Party - Cet appareil est conforme aux normes Canada d'Industrie de RSS permis-exempt. The use with its operation in the...
... limits. The FCC with high-gain antennas. The following two conditions: (1) this device must accept any exposed parts of Conformity 47 CFR § 2.1077 Compliance Information Product Name: Motherboard Trade Name: GIGABYTE Model Number: X670 AORUS ELITE AX/X670 GAMING X AX V2/X670 GAMING X AX Responsible Party - Cet appareil est conforme aux normes Canada d'Industrie de RSS permis-exempt. The use with its operation in the...