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... the Memory 19 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration 19 1-4-2 Installing a Memory 20 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card 21 1-6 Setting up AMD CrossFire™/NVIDIA® SLI™ Configuration 22 1-7 Back Panel Connectors 23 1-8 Onboard Buttons, Switches and LEDs 25 1-9 Internal Connectors 27 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 41 2-1 Startup Screen 42 2-2 The Main Menu 43 2-3 Favorites (F11 45 2-4 Tweaker...46 2-5 Settings...53 2-6 System Info...62 2-7 Boot...63 2-8 Save & Exit...66 Chapter 3 Configuring a RAID Set 67 3-1 Configuring SATA Controllers 67 3-2 Installing the RAID/AHCI Driver...
... the Memory 19 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration 19 1-4-2 Installing a Memory 20 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card 21 1-6 Setting up AMD CrossFire™/NVIDIA® SLI™ Configuration 22 1-7 Back Panel Connectors 23 1-8 Onboard Buttons, Switches and LEDs 25 1-9 Internal Connectors 27 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 41 2-1 Startup Screen 42 2-2 The Main Menu 43 2-3 Favorites (F11 45 2-4 Tweaker...46 2-5 Settings...53 2-6 System Info...62 2-7 Boot...63 2-8 Save & Exit...66 Chapter 3 Configuring a RAID Set 67 3-1 Configuring SATA Controllers 67 3-2 Installing the RAID/AHCI Driver...
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...) memory modules (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory modules.) Integrated Graphics Processor-Intel® HD Graphics support: - 1 x HDMI port, supporting a maximum resolution of 4096x2160@30 Hz * Support for HDMI 1.4 version and HDCP 2.3. Maximum shared memory of system memory Dual channel memory architecture Support for ECC Un-buffered DIMM 1Rx8/2Rx8 memory modules (operate in the PCIEX16 slot. 1 x PCI Express x16 slot...
...) memory modules (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory modules.) Integrated Graphics Processor-Intel® HD Graphics support: - 1 x HDMI port, supporting a maximum resolution of 4096x2160@30 Hz * Support for HDMI 1.4 version and HDCP 2.3. Maximum shared memory of system memory Dual channel memory architecture Support for ECC Un-buffered DIMM 1Rx8/2Rx8 memory modules (operate in the PCIEX16 slot. 1 x PCI Express x16 slot...
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...USB header) Chipset+2 USB 2.0 Hubs: - 8 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (4 ports on the back panel, 4 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 water cooling CPU fan header 4 x system fan headers 2 x system fan/water cooling pump headers 2 x addressable LED strip headers 2 x RGB LED strip headers 3 x M.2 Socket 3 connectors 6 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...
...USB header) Chipset+2 USB 2.0 Hubs: - 8 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (4 ports on the back panel, 4 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 water cooling CPU fan header 4 x system fan headers 2 x system fan/water cooling pump headers 2 x addressable LED strip headers 2 x RGB LED strip headers 3 x M.2 Socket 3 connectors 6 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...
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...; Unique Features Voltage detection Temperature detection Fan speed detection Water cooling flow rate detection Overheating warning Fan fail warning Fan speed control * Whether the fan (pump) speed control function is supported will depend on motherboard specifications. - @BIOS - Fast Boot - Game Boost - Supported functions of licensed AMI UEFI BIOS Support for DualBIOS™ PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.7, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 5.0 Support for Xpress Install Hardware Installation - 12 - Noise detection 2 x 256 Mbit flash Use of each application may...
...; Unique Features Voltage detection Temperature detection Fan speed detection Water cooling flow rate detection Overheating warning Fan fail warning Fan speed control * Whether the fan (pump) speed control function is supported will depend on motherboard specifications. - @BIOS - Fast Boot - Game Boost - Supported functions of licensed AMI UEFI BIOS Support for DualBIOS™ PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.7, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 5.0 Support for Xpress Install Hardware Installation - 12 - Noise detection 2 x 256 Mbit flash Use of each application may...
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... panel with the expansion card in the slot. 3. Turn on your card. Example: Installing and Removing a PCI Express Graphics Card: •• Installing a Graphics Card: Gently push down on the card are completely inserted into the PCI Express slot. Make sure the metal contacts on the card until it is securely seated in the expansion slot. 1. After installing all expansion cards, replace the chassis cover(s). 6. Install the driver provided with a screw. 5. Remove the metal slot cover from the power...
... panel with the expansion card in the slot. 3. Turn on your card. Example: Installing and Removing a PCI Express Graphics Card: •• Installing a Graphics Card: Gently push down on the card are completely inserted into the PCI Express slot. Make sure the metal contacts on the card until it is securely seated in the expansion slot. 1. After installing all expansion cards, replace the chassis cover(s). 6. Install the driver provided with a screw. 5. Remove the metal slot cover from the power...
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... and chip and correct driver -- System Requirements -- A CrossFire/SLI-supported motherboard with sufficient power is enabled. (Note) The bridge connector(s) may differ by graphics cards and driver version. Hardware Installation - 22 - Windows 10 64-bit operating system -- C-2. Procedure and driver screen for more information about enabling CrossFire/SLI technology. A power supply with two PCI Express x16 slots and correct driver -- CrossFire(Note)/SLI bridge connectors -- Step 3: Plug the display cable into the graphics card on your graphics cards for enabling...
... and chip and correct driver -- System Requirements -- A CrossFire/SLI-supported motherboard with sufficient power is enabled. (Note) The bridge connector(s) may differ by graphics cards and driver version. Hardware Installation - 22 - Windows 10 64-bit operating system -- C-2. Procedure and driver screen for more information about enabling CrossFire/SLI technology. A power supply with two PCI Express x16 slots and correct driver -- CrossFire(Note)/SLI bridge connectors -- Step 3: Plug the display cable into the graphics card on your graphics cards for enabling...
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... HD Master Audio formats. The maximum supported resolution is 4096x2160@30 Hz, but the system is not powered on your HDMI-supported monitor. Use this port for more information. - 23 - After installing the HDMI device, make sure to insert the USB flash drive into this port first. Clear CMOS Button Use this connector to connect an antenna. SMA Antenna Connectors (2T2R) Use this button to clear the CMOS values (e.g. USB 3.2 Gen 1 Port The USB 3.2 Gen 1 port supports the USB 3.2 Gen 1 specification and is compatible to...
... HD Master Audio formats. The maximum supported resolution is 4096x2160@30 Hz, but the system is not powered on your HDMI-supported monitor. Use this port for more information. - 23 - After installing the HDMI device, make sure to insert the USB flash drive into this port first. Clear CMOS Button Use this connector to connect an antenna. SMA Antenna Connectors (2T2R) Use this button to clear the CMOS values (e.g. USB 3.2 Gen 1 Port The USB 3.2 Gen 1 port supports the USB 3.2 Gen 1 specification and is compatible to...
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... 3board Buttons, Switches and LEDs 1 _ 1 23 _ S3 S_ 1 23 S_ S BIOS Switches and BIOS LED Indicators The BIOS switch (BIOS_SW) allows users to easily select a different BIOS for boot up or overclocking, helping to turn off your computer and power supply. 1 23 U __ 3 S_ _ _B __ 3 Status LEDs The status LEDs show whether the CPU, memory, graphics card, and operating system are working properly after system power-on , that means the corresponding device is not working...
... 3board Buttons, Switches and LEDs 1 _ 1 23 _ S3 S_ 1 23 S_ S BIOS Switches and BIOS LED Indicators The BIOS switch (BIOS_SW) allows users to easily select a different BIOS for boot up or overclocking, helping to turn off your computer and power supply. 1 23 U __ 3 S_ _ _B __ 3 Status LEDs The status LEDs show whether the CPU, memory, graphics card, and operating system are working properly after system power-on , that means the corresponding device is not working...
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...) CLR_CMOS (Clear CMOS Jumper) Use this jumper to clear the BIOS configuration and reset the CMOS values to replace the battery by removing the battery: 1. Replace the battery. 4. Damage to your computer and unplug the power cord 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 (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," for BIOS configurations). 21) BAT (Battery) The battery provides power to touch the two pins for one...
...) CLR_CMOS (Clear CMOS Jumper) Use this jumper to clear the BIOS configuration and reset the CMOS values to replace the battery by removing the battery: 1. Replace the battery. 4. Damage to your computer and unplug the power cord 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 (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," for BIOS configurations). 21) BAT (Battery) The battery provides power to touch the two pins for one...
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... (POST) during the POST when the power is turned on using the current version of BIOS, it with caution. If this occurs, try to clear the CMOS values and reset the board to default values. (Refer to the "Load Optimized Defaults" section in this chapter or introductions of the battery or the clear CMOS jumper/button in Chapter 1 for how to boot. Inadequate BIOS flashing may result in system's failure to clear the CMOS values...
... (POST) during the POST when the power is turned on using the current version of BIOS, it with caution. If this occurs, try to clear the CMOS values and reset the board to default values. (Refer to the "Load Optimized Defaults" section in this chapter or introductions of the battery or the clear CMOS jumper/button in Chapter 1 for how to boot. Inadequate BIOS flashing may result in system's failure to clear the CMOS values...
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... to set the host clock frequency (which controls CPU, PCIe, and memory frequencies) in damage to CPU, chipset, or memory and reduce the useful life of AVX ratio. (Default: Auto) (Note) This item is dependent on your overall system configurations. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this occurs, clear the CMOS values and reset the board to default values.) && CPU Upgrade Allows you to set the Graphics Ratio. (Default: Auto) && AVX Offset (Note) AVX offset is for the installed CPU. For...
... to set the host clock frequency (which controls CPU, PCIe, and memory frequencies) in damage to CPU, chipset, or memory and reduce the useful life of AVX ratio. (Default: Auto) (Note) This item is dependent on your overall system configurations. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this occurs, clear the CMOS values and reset the board to default values.) && CPU Upgrade Allows you to set the Graphics Ratio. (Default: Auto) && AVX Offset (Note) AVX offset is for the installed CPU. For...
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...feature only works for Directed I/O. (Default: Enabled) && Intel(R) Speed Shift Technology (Intel® Speed Shift Technology) (Note) Enables or disables Intel® Speed Shift Technology. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) && CPU EIST Function (Note) Enables or disables Enhanced Intel® Speed Step Technology (EIST). When enabled, the CPU core frequency and voltage will be reduced when the CPU is present only when you install a CPU that supports this feature. BIOS Setup Advanced CPU Settings && CPU Over Temperature Protection (Note...
...feature only works for Directed I/O. (Default: Enabled) && Intel(R) Speed Shift Technology (Intel® Speed Shift Technology) (Note) Enables or disables Intel® Speed Shift Technology. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) && CPU EIST Function (Note) Enables or disables Enhanced Intel® Speed Step Technology (EIST). When enabled, the CPU core frequency and voltage will be reduced when the CPU is present only when you install a CPU that supports this feature. BIOS Setup Advanced CPU Settings && CPU Over Temperature Protection (Note...
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...you install a CPU and a memory module that supports this setting. (Default: Auto) && Rank Interleaving Enables or disables memory rank interleaving. dd Turbo Per Core Limit Control (Note 1) Allows you to control each CPU core limit separately. (Default: Auto) && Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) (Note 2) Allows the BIOS to read the SPD data on XMP memory module(s) to enhance memory performance when enabled. Disabled Disables this function. (Default) Profile1 Uses Profile 1 settings. Profile2 (Note 2) Uses Profile 2 settings. && System Memory Multiplier Allows you to manually...
...you install a CPU and a memory module that supports this setting. (Default: Auto) && Rank Interleaving Enables or disables memory rank interleaving. dd Turbo Per Core Limit Control (Note 1) Allows you to control each CPU core limit separately. (Default: Auto) && Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) (Note 2) Allows the BIOS to read the SPD data on XMP memory module(s) to enhance memory performance when enabled. Disabled Disables this function. (Default) Profile1 Uses Profile 1 settings. Profile2 (Note 2) Uses Profile 2 settings. && System Memory Multiplier Allows you to manually...
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... network card instead of using the onboard LAN, set this item to Disabled. && Audio Controller Enables or disables the onboard audio function. (Default: Enabled) If you wish to install a 3rd party add-in audio card instead of using the onboard audio, set this item to Disabled. (Note) This item is divided. IO Ports && Initial Display Output Specifies the first initiation of the monitor display from the installed PCI Express graphics card or the onboard graphics. IGFX (Note) Sets the onboard graphics as the first display. PCIe 1 Slot Sets the graphics card...
... network card instead of using the onboard LAN, set this item to Disabled. && Audio Controller Enables or disables the onboard audio function. (Default: Enabled) If you wish to install a 3rd party add-in audio card instead of using the onboard audio, set this item to Disabled. (Note) This item is divided. IO Ports && Initial Display Output Specifies the first initiation of the monitor display from the installed PCI Express graphics card or the onboard graphics. IGFX (Note) Sets the onboard graphics as the first display. PCIe 1 Slot Sets the graphics card...
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... configurable only when Network Stack is installed. Network Stack Configuration && Network Stack Disables or enables booting from the network to check the presence of connected USB mass storage devices. This item is configurable only when Network Stack is enabled. && IPv6 HTTP Support Enables or disables HTTP boot support for IPv4. BIOS Setup - 56 - This item is configurable only when Network Stack is enabled. (Default: 1) NVMe Configuration Displays information on your system supports 64-bit PCI decoding). This item is configurable...
... configurable only when Network Stack is installed. Network Stack Configuration && Network Stack Disables or enables booting from the network to check the presence of connected USB mass storage devices. This item is configurable only when Network Stack is enabled. && IPv6 HTTP Support Enables or disables HTTP boot support for IPv4. BIOS Setup - 56 - This item is configurable only when Network Stack is enabled. (Default: 1) NVMe Configuration Displays information on your system supports 64-bit PCI decoding). This item is configurable...
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...Speed Allows you to set the mouse cursor movement speed. (Default: 1 X) && Windows 10 Features Allows you to select the operating system to be installed. (Default: Windows 10) && CSM Support Enables or disables UEFI CSM (Compatibility Support Module) to support a legacy PC boot process. Disabled Disables UEFI CSM and supports UEFI BIOS boot process only. (Default) Enabled Enables UEFI CSM. && LAN PXE Boot Option ROM Allows you to select whether to enable the legacy option ROM for the storage device controller. Do not launch Disables option ROM. UEFI Enables UEFI option ROM...
...Speed Allows you to set the mouse cursor movement speed. (Default: 1 X) && Windows 10 Features Allows you to select the operating system to be installed. (Default: Windows 10) && CSM Support Enables or disables UEFI CSM (Compatibility Support Module) to support a legacy PC boot process. Disabled Disables UEFI CSM and supports UEFI BIOS boot process only. (Default) Enabled Enables UEFI CSM. && LAN PXE Boot Option ROM Allows you to select whether to enable the legacy option ROM for the storage device controller. Do not launch Disables option ROM. UEFI Enables UEFI option ROM...
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... Options 6. Enter the Intel® legacy RAID BIOS setup utility to enter Configuration Utility... Save the changes and exit BIOS Setup. All Rights Reserved. Option ROM - 17.8.0.4460 Copyright (C) Intel Corporation. Configuring a RAID Set Configuring Legacy RAID ROM You'll need a discrete graphics card to Enabled. Next, go to Boot and set to enter the legacy RAID ROM utility. RAID Volumes : None defined. Reset Disks to create a RAID array, select Create RAID Volume in MAIN MENU and press . Skip this step and proceed with the installation of Windows operating...
... Options 6. Enter the Intel® legacy RAID BIOS setup utility to enter Configuration Utility... Save the changes and exit BIOS Setup. All Rights Reserved. Option ROM - 17.8.0.4460 Copyright (C) Intel Corporation. Configuring a RAID Set Configuring Legacy RAID ROM You'll need a discrete graphics card to Enabled. Next, go to Boot and set to enter the legacy RAID ROM utility. RAID Volumes : None defined. Reset Disks to create a RAID array, select Create RAID Volume in MAIN MENU and press . Skip this step and proceed with the installation of Windows operating...
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..., files, or applications to accelerate using the Intel® Optane™ Memory Pinning function. (The Optane™ memory used to AHCI. When completed, restart the system. DO NOT change your optical drive. System Requirements 1. Step 2: After re-entering the operating system, follow the steps below: Step 1: After entering the operating system, insert the motherboard driver disc into your SATA controller mode back to accelerate an existing RAID...
..., files, or applications to accelerate using the Intel® Optane™ Memory Pinning function. (The Optane™ memory used to AHCI. When completed, restart the system. DO NOT change your optical drive. System Requirements 1. Step 2: After re-entering the operating system, follow the steps below: Step 1: After entering the operating system, insert the motherboard driver disc into your SATA controller mode back to accelerate an existing RAID...
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... to the BIOS Setup, make sure USE RST Legacy OROM is disabled and RST Control PCIe Storage Devices is set PCIe Storage Dev On Port 21 to RST Controlled; to enable the Optane™ memory installed in the M2A_CPU connector, set PCIe Storage Dev On Port 17 to RST Controlled; based boot drive. to enable the Optane™ memory installed in the M2P_SB connector, set to accelerate your SATA- Step 3: Enter the operating system, launch the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology utility from the Start menu and...
... to the BIOS Setup, make sure USE RST Legacy OROM is disabled and RST Control PCIe Storage Devices is set PCIe Storage Dev On Port 21 to RST Controlled; to enable the Optane™ memory installed in the M2A_CPU connector, set PCIe Storage Dev On Port 17 to RST Controlled; based boot drive. to enable the Optane™ memory installed in the M2P_SB connector, set to accelerate your SATA- Step 3: Enter the operating system, launch the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology utility from the Start menu and...
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... slot, or monitor might fail. The problem is verified and solved. Select "Save & Exit Setup" to enter BIOS Setup. The problem is verified and solved. Yes Press to save changes and exit BIOS Setup. The problem is the CPU cooler running? Turn off the computer. Or go to the Support\Technical Support page to submit your monitor. Yes Turn off the computer and connect the hard drive(s). Select "Load Optimized Defaults." No The hard drive, connector...
... slot, or monitor might fail. The problem is verified and solved. Select "Save & Exit Setup" to enter BIOS Setup. The problem is verified and solved. Yes Press to save changes and exit BIOS Setup. The problem is the CPU cooler running? Turn off the computer. Or go to the Support\Technical Support page to submit your monitor. Yes Turn off the computer and connect the hard drive(s). Select "Load Optimized Defaults." No The hard drive, connector...