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... reserved. Changes to the Quick Installation Guide on your motherboard revision before updating motherboard BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical information. No part of this manual may be reproduced, copied, translated, transmitted, or published in any form or by any means without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. For detailed product information, carefully read the User's Manual. For quick set-up...
... reserved. Changes to the Quick Installation Guide on your motherboard revision before updating motherboard BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical information. No part of this manual may be reproduced, copied, translated, transmitted, or published in any form or by any means without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. For detailed product information, carefully read the User's Manual. For quick set-up...
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... Introduction 4 1-1 Motherboard Layout 4 1-2 Motherboard Block Diagram 5 1-3 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 Onboard Buttons 18 2-8 Internal Connectors 20 Chapter 3 BIOS Setup 32 Chapter 4 Installing the Operating System and Drivers 34 4-1 Operating System Installation 34 4-2 Drivers Installation 35 Chapter 5 Appendix...36 5-1 Configuring a RAID Set 36 Regulatory...
... Introduction 4 1-1 Motherboard Layout 4 1-2 Motherboard Block Diagram 5 1-3 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 Onboard Buttons 18 2-8 Internal Connectors 20 Chapter 3 BIOS Setup 32 Chapter 4 Installing the Operating System and Drivers 34 4-1 Operating System Installation 34 4-2 Drivers Installation 35 Chapter 5 Appendix...36 5-1 Configuring a RAID Set 36 Regulatory...
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Chapter 1 Product Introduction 1-1 Motherboard Layout ATX_12V_2X2 ATX_12V_2X4 R_USB20 M2_WIFIj SYS_FAN1 USB 2.0 Hub DP_HDMI20 CPU_FAN CPU_OPT LGA1700 LED_C2 D_LED2 ATX SYS_FAN3 Z790M AORUS ELITE AX Z790M AORUS ELITE U320G U32G2 F_U32C USB 3.2 Gen 1 Hub U32 USB 3.2 Gen 1 Hub U32_LAN AUDIO Realtek® 80 2.5GbE LAN PCIEX16 M2A_CPU F_U32 DDR5_A1 DDR5_A2 DDR5_B1 DDR5_B2 7 6 5 4 3 2 SATA3 80 iTE® BAT Super I/O 110 80 M_BIOS CODEC PCIEX4 F_AUDIO QFLED D_LED1 M2P_SB...
Chapter 1 Product Introduction 1-1 Motherboard Layout ATX_12V_2X2 ATX_12V_2X4 R_USB20 M2_WIFIj SYS_FAN1 USB 2.0 Hub DP_HDMI20 CPU_FAN CPU_OPT LGA1700 LED_C2 D_LED2 ATX SYS_FAN3 Z790M AORUS ELITE AX Z790M AORUS ELITE U320G U32G2 F_U32C USB 3.2 Gen 1 Hub U32 USB 3.2 Gen 1 Hub U32_LAN AUDIO Realtek® 80 2.5GbE LAN PCIEX16 M2A_CPU F_U32 DDR5_A1 DDR5_A2 DDR5_B1 DDR5_B2 7 6 5 4 3 2 SATA3 80 iTE® BAT Super I/O 110 80 M_BIOS CODEC PCIEX4 F_AUDIO QFLED D_LED1 M2P_SB...
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... PCI Express 4.0 Bus x4 1 M.2 Socket 3 (M2A_CPU) LGA1700 CPU DDI DDI 1 DisplayPort 1 HDMI 2.0 DMI 4.0 6 SATA 6Gb/s PCI Express 4.0 Bus x4 x4 x4 2 M.2 Socket 3 (M2Q_SB, M2P_SB) PCI Express 4.0 Bus x1 x1 M.2 WIFIj Realtek® 2.5GbE LAN SPI BIOS Bus TPM eSPI iTE® Bus Super I/O Intel® Z790 1 USB Type-C®, with USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 support 1 USB Type-C®, with USB 3.2 Gen 2 support 1 USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A USB 3.2 Gen 1 Hub 6 USB 3.2 Gen 1 RJ45 LAN USB 2.0 Hub 8 USB 2.0/1.1 CODEC 1 PCI Express x4 MIC Line Out S/PDIF Out j Only for Z790M AORUS ELITE AX...
... PCI Express 4.0 Bus x4 1 M.2 Socket 3 (M2A_CPU) LGA1700 CPU DDI DDI 1 DisplayPort 1 HDMI 2.0 DMI 4.0 6 SATA 6Gb/s PCI Express 4.0 Bus x4 x4 x4 2 M.2 Socket 3 (M2Q_SB, M2P_SB) PCI Express 4.0 Bus x1 x1 M.2 WIFIj Realtek® 2.5GbE LAN SPI BIOS Bus TPM eSPI iTE® Bus Super I/O Intel® Z790 1 USB Type-C®, with USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 support 1 USB Type-C®, with USB 3.2 Gen 2 support 1 USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A USB 3.2 Gen 1 Hub 6 USB 3.2 Gen 1 RJ45 LAN USB 2.0 Hub 8 USB 2.0/1.1 CODEC 1 PCI Express x4 MIC Line Out S/PDIF Out j Only for Z790M AORUS ELITE AX...
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...; CPU: - 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, supporting PCIe 5.0 and running at x16 (PCIEX16) * For optimum performance, if only one PCI Express graphics card is to be installed, be sure 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@60 Hz * Support for HDMI 2.0 version and HDCP 2.3. - 1 x DisplayPort, supporting a maximum resolution of 4096x2304@60 Hz * Support for DisplayPort 1.2 version and HDCP 2.3 (Graphics specifications...
...; CPU: - 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, supporting PCIe 5.0 and running at x16 (PCIEX16) * For optimum performance, if only one PCI Express graphics card is to be installed, be sure 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@60 Hz * Support for HDMI 2.0 version and HDCP 2.3. - 1 x DisplayPort, supporting a maximum resolution of 4096x2304@60 Hz * Support for DisplayPort 1.2 version and HDCP 2.3 (Graphics specifications...
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...back panel, 4 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 4-pin ATX 12V power connector 1 x CPU fan header 1 x water cooling CPU fan header 3 x system fan headers 1 x system fan/water cooling pump header 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 2 x Thunderbolt™ add-in card connectors...
...back panel, 4 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 4-pin ATX 12V power connector 1 x CPU fan header 1 x water cooling CPU fan header 3 x system fan headers 1 x system fan/water cooling pump header 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 2 x Thunderbolt™ add-in card connectors...
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.../Motherboard/Z790M-AORUS-ELITE-AX-rev-10?m=dl#support-dl https://www.gigabyte.com/Motherboard/Z790M-AORUS-ELITE-rev-10?m=dl#support-dl && Please visit the SERVICE/SUPPORT\Utility page on motherboard specifications. j Only for Z790M AORUS ELITE AX. && Please visit GIGABYTE's website for Windows 10 64-bit Form Factor Micro ATX Form Factor; 24.4cm x 24.4cm * GIGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to download the latest version of apps. Back Panel Connectors 1 x USB Type-C® port...
.../Motherboard/Z790M-AORUS-ELITE-AX-rev-10?m=dl#support-dl https://www.gigabyte.com/Motherboard/Z790M-AORUS-ELITE-rev-10?m=dl#support-dl && Please visit the SERVICE/SUPPORT\Utility page on motherboard specifications. j Only for Z790M AORUS ELITE AX. && Please visit GIGABYTE's website for Windows 10 64-bit Form Factor Micro ATX Form Factor; 24.4cm x 24.4cm * GIGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to download the latest version of apps. Back Panel Connectors 1 x USB Type-C® port...
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... install the memory: •• Make sure that memory of the 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 Dual Channel mode. 1. It is recommended that the motherboard supports the memory. Dual Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides four memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. After the memory is installed. 2. Enabling Dual Channel memory mode...
... install the memory: •• Make sure that memory of the 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 Dual Channel mode. 1. It is recommended that the motherboard supports the memory. Dual Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides four memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. After the memory is installed. 2. Enabling Dual Channel memory mode...
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... card(s). 7. After installing all expansion cards, replace the chassis cover(s). 6. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to make any required BIOS changes for your expansion card. •• Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the chassis back panel. 2. Install the driver provided with a screw. 5. Remove the metal slot cover from the power outlet before you begin to install an expansion card: •• Make sure the motherboard supports...
... card(s). 7. After installing all expansion cards, replace the chassis cover(s). 6. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to make any required BIOS changes for your expansion card. •• Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the chassis back panel. 2. Install the driver provided with a screw. 5. Remove the metal slot cover from the power outlet before you begin to install an expansion card: •• Make sure the motherboard supports...
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..., but the actual resolutions supported depend on 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 compatible to connect your HDMI-supported monitor. j Only for more information. - 16 - DisplayPort DisplayPort delivers high quality digital imaging and audio, supporting bi-directional audio transmission. Note: The DisplayPort Technology can support a maximum resolution of GIGABYTE's website for Z790M AORUS ELITE AX. (Note) To enable the Q-Flash Plus function, please...
..., but the actual resolutions supported depend on 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 compatible to connect your HDMI-supported monitor. j Only for more information. - 16 - DisplayPort DisplayPort delivers high quality digital imaging and audio, supporting bi-directional audio transmission. Note: The DisplayPort Technology can support a maximum resolution of GIGABYTE's website for Z790M AORUS ELITE AX. (Note) To enable the Q-Flash Plus function, please...
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Before using the audio software. RJ-45 LAN Port The Gigabit Ethernet LAN port provides Internet connection at up to a back panel connector, first remove the cable from your audio system provides an optical digital audio in jack. To configure 7.1-channel audio, access the audio software for audio settings. && Please visit GIGABYTE's website for details on configuring the audio software. https://www.gigabyte.com/WebPage/697/realtek897-audio.html •• When removing the cable connected to 2.5 Gbps data rate. Optical S/PDIF...
Before using the audio software. RJ-45 LAN Port The Gigabit Ethernet LAN port provides Internet connection at up to a back panel connector, first remove the cable from your audio system provides an optical digital audio in jack. To configure 7.1-channel audio, access the audio software for audio settings. && Please visit GIGABYTE's website for details on configuring the audio software. https://www.gigabyte.com/WebPage/697/realtek897-audio.html •• When removing the cable connected to 2.5 Gbps data rate. Optical S/PDIF...
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... Load Optimized Defaults) or manually configure the BIOS settings (please navigate to the "BIOS Setup" page of GIGABYTE's website and search for "RST_SW (MULTIKEY)" for more information. CMOS_SW (Clear CMOS Button) Use this button to clear the BIOS configuration and reset the CMOS values to factory defaults when needed. To remap the button to perform different tasks, please navigate to the "BIOS Setup" page of GIGABYTE's website for more information). - 18 - 2-7 Onboard Buttons RST_SW (Reset Button) The reset button allows users...
... Load Optimized Defaults) or manually configure the BIOS settings (please navigate to the "BIOS Setup" page of GIGABYTE's website and search for "RST_SW (MULTIKEY)" for more information. CMOS_SW (Clear CMOS Button) Use this button to clear the BIOS configuration and reset the CMOS values to factory defaults when needed. To remap the button to perform different tasks, please navigate to the "BIOS Setup" page of GIGABYTE's website for more information). - 18 - 2-7 Onboard Buttons RST_SW (Reset Button) The reset button allows users...
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... a system fan be installed inside the chassis. Please navigate to the "BIOS Setup" page of a fan with fan speed control design. Pin No. Most fan headers possess a foolproof insertion design. Overheating may result in damage to connect it in the correct orientation (the black connector wire is the ground wire). Do not place a jumper cap on this motherboard are not configuration jumper blocks. When connecting a fan cable, be sure to prevent your CPU and...
... a system fan be installed inside the chassis. Please navigate to the "BIOS Setup" page of a fan with fan speed control design. Pin No. Most fan headers possess a foolproof insertion design. Overheating may result in damage to connect it in the correct orientation (the black connector wire is the ground wire). Do not place a jumper cap on this motherboard are not configuration jumper blocks. When connecting a fan cable, be sure to prevent your CPU and...
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... Cooling CPU Fan Header) The fan header is the ground wire). Before installing the devices, be sure to turn on the plug) of the LED strip must be used to the "Unique Features" page of the LED strip. Most fan headers possess a foolproof insertion design. The speed control function requires the use of a fan with maximum power rating of this header. DEBUG PORT 1 LED_C2 1 LED_C1 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 Definition 12V G R B Connect your computer. The power pin (marked...
... Cooling CPU Fan Header) The fan header is the ground wire). Before installing the devices, be sure to turn on the plug) of the LED strip must be used to the "Unique Features" page of the LED strip. Most fan headers possess a foolproof insertion design. The speed control function requires the use of a fan with maximum power rating of this header. DEBUG PORT 1 LED_C2 1 LED_C1 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 Definition 12V G R B Connect your computer. The power pin (marked...
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... GIGABYTE's website for instructions on /off the devices and your addressable LED strip to the header. Before installing the devices, be connected to Pin 1 of GIGABYTE's website and search for "SATA Configuration" for the SATA ports, please navigate to the "BIOS Setup" page of the addressable LED strip header. Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device. The Intel® Chipset supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, and RAID 10. Please navigate to the damage of GIGABYTE's website. Incorrect connection may lead to the "Configuring a RAID Set...
... GIGABYTE's website for instructions on /off the devices and your addressable LED strip to the header. Before installing the devices, be connected to Pin 1 of GIGABYTE's website and search for "SATA Configuration" for the SATA ports, please navigate to the "BIOS Setup" page of the addressable LED strip header. Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device. The Intel® Chipset supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, and RAID 10. Please navigate to the damage of GIGABYTE's website. Incorrect connection may lead to the "Configuring a RAID Set...
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... plug. For information about connecting the front panel audio module that has separated connectors on each wire instead of the motherboard header. You may connect your chassis front _F panel audio module to USB 3.2 Gen 2 specification and can provide one USB port. Incorrect connection between the module connector and the motherboard header will make the device unable to work or even damage it. _ Pin No. _ _ _B _ S_ 12) F_AUDIO (Front Panel Audio Header) _ The front panel audio header supports High Definition audio...
... plug. For information about connecting the front panel audio module that has separated connectors on each wire instead of the motherboard header. You may connect your chassis front _F panel audio module to USB 3.2 Gen 2 specification and can provide one USB port. Incorrect connection between the module connector and the motherboard header will make the device unable to work or even damage it. _ Pin No. _ _ _B _ S_ 12) F_AUDIO (Front Panel Audio Header) _ The front panel audio header supports High Definition audio...
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... clear the CMOS values by yourself or uncertain about the battery model. •• When installing the battery, note the orientation of the positive side (+) and the negative side (-) of the battery holder, making them short for one . F_USB3 F_USB30 3 _ U 18) THB_C1/THB_C2 (Thunderbolt™ Add-in Card Connectors) The connectors are not able to replace the battery by removing the battery: 1. Replace the battery. 4. Gently remove the battery...
... clear the CMOS values by yourself or uncertain about the battery model. •• When installing the battery, note the orientation of the positive side (+) and the negative side (-) of the battery holder, making them short for one . F_USB3 F_USB30 3 _ U 18) THB_C1/THB_C2 (Thunderbolt™ Add-in Card Connectors) The connectors are not able to replace the battery by removing the battery: 1. Replace the battery. 4. Gently remove the battery...
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... CMOS on using the current version of BIOS, it is turned on the motherboard supplies the necessary power to the CMOS to activate certain system features. If this occurs, try to clear the CMOS values and reset the board to default values. •• Refer to the introductions of the battery/clear CMOS jumper/button in the CMOS. To access the BIOS Setup program, press the key during system startup, saving system parameters and loading...
... CMOS on using the current version of BIOS, it is turned on the motherboard supplies the necessary power to the CMOS to activate certain system features. If this occurs, try to clear the CMOS values and reset the board to default values. •• Refer to the introductions of the battery/clear CMOS jumper/button in the CMOS. To access the BIOS Setup program, press the key during system startup, saving system parameters and loading...
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... below : Step 1: Go to GIGABYTE's website, browse to the motherboard model's web page, download the Intel SATA Preinstall driver file on a RAID volume, you want to install an operating system on the Support\Download\SATA RAID/AHCI page, unzip the file and copy the files to your USB thumb drive. Step 3: Insert the USB thumb drive and then browse to the location of the driver. Step 2: Boot from the Windows setup disc and perform standard...
... below : Step 1: Go to GIGABYTE's website, browse to the motherboard model's web page, download the Intel SATA Preinstall driver file on a RAID volume, you want to install an operating system on the Support\Download\SATA RAID/AHCI page, unzip the file and copy the files to your USB thumb drive. Step 3: Insert the USB thumb drive and then browse to the location of the driver. Step 2: Boot from the Windows setup disc and perform standard...
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... CFR § 2.1077 Compliance Information Product Name: Motherboard Trade Name: GIGABYTE Model Number: Z790M AORUS ELITE AX/Z790M AORUS ELITE Responsible Party - if not, the radio may cause undesired operation. Inc. To comply with and/or damage to the following safety precautions should be damaged. •• Use in the wireless network. The use of wireless devices in OET Bulletin 65, 2001, and ANSI...
... CFR § 2.1077 Compliance Information Product Name: Motherboard Trade Name: GIGABYTE Model Number: Z790M AORUS ELITE AX/Z790M AORUS ELITE Responsible Party - if not, the radio may cause undesired operation. Inc. To comply with and/or damage to the following safety precautions should be damaged. •• Use in the wireless network. The use of wireless devices in OET Bulletin 65, 2001, and ANSI...