GA-AX370-Gaming K7

User's Manual
Rev. 1002
12ME-AX37GK7-1002R

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 Motherboard
GA-AX370-Gaming K7

Motherboard
GA-AX370-Gaming K7

Feb. 24, 2017

Feb. 24, 2017

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„„ For quick set-up of the product, read the Quick Installation Guide included with the product.
„„ In order to assist in the use of this product, carefully read the User's Manual.
„„ For product-related information, check on our website at: http://www.gigabyte.com

Identifying Your Motherboard Revision

The revision number on your motherboard looks like this: "REV: X.X." For example, "REV: 1.0" means
the revision of the motherboard is 1.0. Check your motherboard revision before updating motherboard
BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical information.
Example:
 Table of Contents

GA-AX370-Gaming K7 Motherboard Layout....................................................................4

Chapter 1 Hardware Installation......................................................................................5

1-1 Installation Precautions..................................................................................... 5
1-2 Product Specifications....................................................................................... 6
1-3 Installing the CPU............................................................................................. 9
1-4 Installing the Memory........................................................................................ 9
1-5 Installing an Expansion Card.......................................................................... 10
1-6 Back Panel Connectors................................................................................... 10
1-7 Onboard Buttons, Switches and LEDs............................................................ 12
1-8 Internal Connectors......................................................................................... 13

Chapter 2 BIOS Setup...................................................................................................22

2-1 Startup Screen................................................................................................ 22
2-2 M.I.T................................................................................................................ 23
2-3 System............................................................................................................ 27
2-4 BIOS................................................................................................................ 28
2-5 Peripherals...................................................................................................... 31
2-6 Chipset............................................................................................................ 33
2-7 Power.............................................................................................................. 34
2-8 Save & Exit...................................................................................................... 36

Chapter 3 Appendix.......................................................................................................37
3-1 Configuring a RAID Set................................................................................... 37
3-2 Drivers Installation........................................................................................... 39
3-3 Debug LED Codes.......................................................................................... 40

Regulatory Statements............................................................................................... 44
Contact Us................................................................................................................. 48

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GA-AX370-Gaming K7 Motherboard Layout

KB_MS_USB30 ATX_12V PW_SW

CPU_FAN
SYS_FAN1 OC
CPU_OPT RST_SW
R_USB30

CMOS_SW
HDMI

USB31 Socket AM4

ASMedia®
TYPEC USB 3.1 Gen 2 ATX
Controller

USB30_LAN2

Rivet Networks

EC_TEMP1
F_USB30_2
Killer™ E2500 LAN
USB31_LAN1 SYS_FAN5_PUMP

SYS_FAN2
LED_C1

M_BIOS
B_BIOS

AUDIO Intel®
GbE LAN F_USB30_1
BBIOS_LED MBIOS_LED

PCIEX1_1 U2_32G
GA-AX370-Gaming K7
DDR4_4
DDR4_2
DDR4_3
DDR4_1
PCIEX16

7 6
SATA3 5 4
110 80 60 42

SATA EXPRESS
M2F_32G

CODEC PCIEX1_2
AMD X370

CODEC PCIEX8
2 0
SATA3 3 1

iTE®
PCIEX1_3 Super I/O
BAT CPU DRAM
VGA BOOT
PCIEX4
CLR_CMOS
SPDIF_O EC_TEMP2
F_PANEL

F_AUDIO SB TPM F_USB1 SYS_FAN4 SYS_FAN6_PUMP

BIOS_SW LED_C2 F_USB2 Debug LED (Note) SYS_FAN3

Box Contents
55 GA-AX370-Gaming K7 motherboard 55 I/O Shield
55 Motherboard driver disk 55 One GC-SLI2P bridge connector
55 User's Manual 55 One RGB (RGBW) LED strip extension cable
55 Quick Installation Guide 55 One G Connector
55 Four SATA cables 55 Two thermistor cables
55 Two Velcro Cable Ties
* The box contents above are for reference only and the actual items shall depend on the product package you obtain.
The box contents are subject to change without notice.

(Note) For debug code information, please refer to Chapter 3.

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Chapter 1 Hardware Installation
1-1 Installation Precautions
The motherboard contains numerous delicate electronic circuits and components which can become
damaged as a result of electrostatic discharge (ESD). Prior to installation, carefully read the user's
manual and follow these procedures:
•• Prior to installation, make sure the chassis is suitable for the motherboard.
•• Prior to installation, do not remove or break motherboard S/N (Serial Number) sticker or
warranty sticker provided by your dealer. These stickers are required for warranty validation.
•• Always remove the AC power by unplugging the power cord from the power outlet before
installing or removing the motherboard or other hardware components.
•• When connecting hardware components to the internal connectors on the motherboard, make
sure they are connected tightly and securely.
•• When handling the motherboard, avoid touching any metal leads or connectors.
•• It is best to wear an electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap when handling electronic
components such as a motherboard, CPU or memory. If you do not have an ESD wrist strap,
keep your hands dry and first touch a metal object to eliminate static electricity.
•• Prior to installing the motherboard, please have it on top of an antistatic pad or within an
electrostatic shielding container.
•• Before connecting or unplugging the power supply cable from the motherboard, make sure
the power supply has been turned off.
•• Before turning on the power, make sure the power supply voltage has been set according to
the local voltage standard.
•• Before using the product, please verify that all cables and power connectors of your hardware
components are connected.
•• To prevent damage to the motherboard, do not allow screws to come in contact with the
motherboard circuit or its components.
•• Make sure there are no leftover screws or metal components placed on the motherboard or
within the computer casing.
•• Do not place the computer system on an uneven surface.
•• Do not place the computer system in a high-temperature or wet environment.
•• Turning on the computer power during the installation process can lead to damage to system
components as well as physical harm to the user.
•• If you are uncertain about any installation steps or have a problem related to the use of the
product, please consult a certified computer technician.
•• If you use an adapter, extension power cable, or power strip, ensure to consult with its installation
and/or grounding instructions.

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1-2 Product Specifications
CPU ŠŠ AM4 Socket:
- AMD Ryzen™ processor
- AMD 7th Generation A-series/Athlon™ processors
(Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.)
Chipset ŠŠ AMD X370
Memory ŠŠ 4 x DDR4 DIMM sockets supporting up to 64 GB of system memory
ŠŠ Dual channel memory architecture
ŠŠ Support for DDR4 2667 (Note)/2400/2133 MHz memory modules
ŠŠ Support for ECC Un-buffered DIMM 1Rx8/2Rx8 memory modules
ŠŠ Support for non-ECC Un-buffered DIMM 1Rx8/2Rx8/1Rx16 memory modules
ŠŠ Support for Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory modules
(Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory
modules.)
Onboard ŠŠ Integrated Graphics Processor:
Graphics - 1 x HDMI port, supporting a maximum resolution of 4096x2160@24 Hz
* Support for HDMI 1.4 version.
- Maximum shared memory of 2 GB
Audio ŠŠ 2 x Realtek® ALC1220 codecs
ŠŠ Support for Sound Blaster X-Fi MB5
ŠŠ High Definition Audio
ŠŠ 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel
ŠŠ Support for S/PDIF Out
LAN ŠŠ 1 x Intel® GbE LAN chip (10/100/1000 Mbit) (LAN1)
ŠŠ 1 x Rivet Networks Killer™ E2500 LAN chip (10/100/1000 Mbit) (LAN2)
* Teaming is not supported.
Expansion Slots ŠŠ 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, running at x16 (PCIEX16) (Note)
* For optimum performance, if only one PCI Express graphics card is to be installed,
be sure to install it in the PCIEX16 slot.
ŠŠ 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, running at x8 (PCIEX8) (Note)
* T
 he PCIEX8 slot shares bandwidth with the PCIEX16 slot. When the PCIEX8 slot
is populated, the PCIEX16 slot operates at up to x8 mode.
(The PCIEX16 and PCIEX8 slots conform to PCI Express 3.0 standard.)
ŠŠ 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, running at x4 (PCIEX4)
* The PCIEX4 slot shares bandwidth with all of the PCI Express x1 slots. The PCIEX4
slot operates at up to x4 mode when all of the PCI Express x1 slots are empty.
ŠŠ 3 x PCI Express x1 slots
* All of the PCI Express x1 slots share bandwidth with the PCIEX4 slot. The PCIEX4/
PCIEX1_2/PCIEX1_3 slot operates at up to x1 mode when the PCIEX1_1 slot is
populated; the PCIEX4 slot operates at up to x2 mode when the PCIEX1_2/PCIEX1_3
slot is populated.
(The PCIEX4 and PCI Express x1 slots conform to PCI Express 2.0 standard.)
Storage Interface ŠŠ Chipset:
- 1 x M.2 connector (Socket 3, M key, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 SATA and
PCIe x4 (Note)/x2 SSD support)
- 1 x U.2 connector
* When the U.2 connector is populated, the M.2 connector becomes unavailable.

(Note) Actual support may vary by CPU.

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Storage Interface ŠŠ Chipset:
- 2 x SATA Express connectors
- 8 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors
- Support for RAID 0, RAID 1, and RAID 10
* R
 efer to "1-8 Internal Connectors," for the installation notices for the M.2 and SATA
connectors.
Multi-Graphics ŠŠ Support for NVIDIA® Quad-GPU SLI™ and 2-Way NVIDIA® SLI™ technologies
Technology ŠŠ Support for AMD Quad-GPU CrossFire™ and 2-Way AMD CrossFire™ technologies
USB ŠŠ ASMedia® USB 3.1 Gen 2 Controller:
- 1 x USB Type-C™ port on the back panel, with USB 3.1 Gen 2 support
- 1 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-A port (red) on the back panel
ŠŠ Chipset:
- 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-A ports (red) on the back panel
-  6 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports (2 ports on the back panel, 4 ports available through
the internal USB headers)
- 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (available through the internal USB headers)
ŠŠ CPU:
- 4 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports on the back panel
Internal ŠŠ 1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector
Connectors ŠŠ 1 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector
ŠŠ 1 x U.2 connector
ŠŠ 1 x M.2 Socket 3 connector
ŠŠ 2 x SATA Express connectors
ŠŠ 8 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors
ŠŠ 1 x CPU fan header
ŠŠ 1 x water cooling CPU fan header
ŠŠ 4 x system fan headers
ŠŠ 2 x system fan/water cooling pump headers
ŠŠ 1 x front panel header
ŠŠ 1 x front panel audio header
ŠŠ 1 x S/PDIF Out header
ŠŠ 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 headers
ŠŠ 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers
ŠŠ 1 x Trusted Platform Module (TPM) header
ŠŠ 1 x CPU cooler LED strip/RGB LED strip extension cable header
ŠŠ 1 x RGB (RGBW) LED strip extension cable header
ŠŠ 2 x temperature sensor headers
ŠŠ 1 x Clear CMOS jumper
ŠŠ 1 x power button
ŠŠ 1 x reset button
ŠŠ 1 x Clear CMOS button
ŠŠ 1 x OC button
ŠŠ 2 x BIOS switches
Back Panel ŠŠ 1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse port
Connectors ŠŠ 1 x HDMI port
ŠŠ 1 x USB Type-C™ port, with USB 3.1 Gen 2 support
ŠŠ 3 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-A ports (red)
ŠŠ 6 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports
ŠŠ 2 x RJ-45 ports
ŠŠ 1 x optical S/PDIF Out connector

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 Back Panel ŠŠ 5 x audio jacks (Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out, Rear Speaker Out, Line In,
Connectors Line Out, Mic In)
I/O Controller ŠŠ iTE® I/O Controller Chip
Hardware ŠŠ Voltage detection
Monitor ŠŠ Temperature detection
ŠŠ Fan speed detection
ŠŠ Overheating warning
ŠŠ Fan fail warning
ŠŠ Fan speed control
* Whether the fan (pump) speed control function is supported will depend on the fan
(pump) you install.
BIOS ŠŠ 2 x 128 Mbit flash
ŠŠ Use of licensed AMI UEFI BIOS
ŠŠ Support for DualBIOS™
ŠŠ PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.7, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 5.0
Unique Features ŠŠ Support for APP Center
* Available applications in APP Center may vary by motherboard model. Supported
functions of each application may also vary depending on motherboard specifications.
- @BIOS
- 3D OSD
- AutoGreen
- BIOS Setup
- Cloud Station
- Color Temperature
- EasyTune
- Fast Boot
- Game Boost
- ON/OFF Charge
- RGB Fusion
- Smart Backup
- Smart Keyboard
- Smart TimeLock
- System Information Viewer
- USB Blocker
- USB DAC UP 2
- V-Tuner
ŠŠ Support for Q-Flash
ŠŠ Support for Xpress Install
Bundled
ŠŠ Norton® Internet Security (OEM version)
Software
Operating ŠŠ Support for Windows 10 64-bit
System ŠŠ Support for Windows 7 64-bit
* Please download the "Windows USB Installation Tool" from GIGABYTE's website
and install it before installing Windows 7.

Form Factor ŠŠ ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 24.4cm

* GIGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to the product specifications and product-related information without
prior notice.

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1-3 Installing the CPU
Read the following guidelines before you begin to install the CPU:
•• Make sure that the motherboard supports the CPU.
(Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.)
•• Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing the
CPU to prevent hardware damage.
•• Locate the pin one of the CPU. The CPU cannot be inserted if oriented incorrectly. (Or you may
locate the notches on both sides of the CPU and alignment keys on the CPU socket.)
•• Apply an even and thin layer of thermal grease on the surface of the CPU.
•• Do not turn on the computer if the CPU cooler is not installed, otherwise overheating and damage
of the CPU may occur.
•• Set the CPU host frequency in accordance with the CPU specifications. It is not recommended
that the system bus frequency be set beyond hardware specifications since it does not meet the
standard requirements for the peripherals. If you wish to set the frequency beyond the standard
specifications, please do so according to your hardware specifications including the CPU, graphics
card, memory, hard drive, etc.
Installing the CPU
Locate the pin one (denoted by a small triangle) of the CPU socket and the CPU.
A Small Triangle Marking
Denotes Pin One of the A Small Triangle Marking
AM4 Socket Denotes CPU Pin One AM4 CPU
Socket

1-4 Installing the Memory

Read the following guidelines before you begin to install the memory:
•• Make sure that the motherboard supports the memory. It is recommended 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 to prevent hardware damage.
•• Memory modules have a foolproof design. A memory module can be installed in only one direction.
If you are unable to insert the memory, switch the direction.

Dual Channel Memory Configuration

This motherboard provides four memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. After the memory
is installed, the BIOS will automatically detect the specifications and capacity of the memory. Enabling Dual
Channel memory mode will double the original memory bandwidth.
The four memory sockets are divided into two channels and each channel has two memory sockets as following:

Channel A: DDR4_2, DDR4_4

Channel B: DDR4_1, DDR4_3

Please visit GIGABYTE's website Please visit the Support\Utility List

for support lists of CPU, memory page on GIGABYTE's website to
modules, SSDs, M.2, and U.2 devices. download the latest version of apps.

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Dual Channel Memory Configurations Table:
DDR4_4 DDR4_2 DDR4_3 DDR4_1
Two Modules -- DS/SS -- DS/SS
DS/SS -- DS/SS --
Four Modules DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS
(SS=Single-Sided, DS=Double-Sided, "- -"=No Memory)

Due to CPU limitations, read the following guidelines before installing the memory in Dual Channel mode.
1. Dual Channel mode cannot be enabled if only one memory module is installed.
2. When enabling Dual Channel mode with two or four memory modules, it is recommended that memory
of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used and installed in the same colored sockets. For
optimum performance, when enabling Dual Channel mode with two memory modules, we recommend
that you install them in the DDR4_1 and DDR4_2 sockets.

1-5 Installing an Expansion Card

Read the following guidelines before you begin to install an expansion card:
•• Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Carefully read the manual that came
with your expansion card.
•• Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing an
expansion card to prevent hardware damage.

1-6 Back Panel Connectors

PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse Port

Use this port to connect a PS/2 mouse or keyboard.
USB 3.1 Gen 1 Port
The USB 3.1 Gen 1 port supports the USB 3.1 Gen 1 specification and is compatible to the USB 2.0
specification. You can connect a USB DAC to this port or use this port for USB devices.
USB 3.1 Gen 1 Port
The USB 3.1 Gen 1 port supports the USB 3.1 Gen 1 specification and is compatible to the USB 2.0
specification. Use this port for USB devices.
HDMI Port
The HDMI port is HDCP compliant and supports Dolby TrueHD and DTS HD
Master Audio formats. It also supports up to 192 KHz/24bit 8-channel LPCM
audio output. You can use this port to connect your HDMI-supported monitor. The maximum supported
resolution is 4096x2160@24 Hz, but the actual resolutions supported are dependent on the monitor
being used.
After installing the HDMI device, make sure to set the default sound playback device to HDMI. (The
item name may differ depending on your operating system.)

Please visit GIGABYTE's website for details on hardware installation.

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USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-A Port (Red)
The USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-A port supports the USB 3.1 Gen 2 specification and is compatible to the USB
3.1 Gen 1 and USB 2.0 specification. Use this port for USB devices.
USB Type-C™ Port
The reversible USB port supports the USB 3.1 Gen 2 specification and is compatible to the USB 3.1 Gen 1
and USB 2.0 specification. Use this port for USB devices.
RJ-45 LAN Port (LAN2)
The Gigabit Ethernet LAN port provides Internet connection at up to 1 Gbps data rate. The following
describes the states of the LAN port LEDs.
Connection/ Connection/Speed LED: Activity LED:
Speed LED Activity LED
State Description State Description
Orange 1 Gbps data rate Blinking Data transmission or receiving is occurring
Green 100 Mbps data rate Off No data transmission or receiving is occurring
Off 10 Mbps data rate
LAN Port

RJ-45 LAN Port (LAN1)

The Gigabit Ethernet LAN port provides Internet connection at up to 1 Gbps data rate. The following
describes the states of the LAN port LEDs.
Connection/ Connection/Speed LED: Activity LED:
Speed LED Activity LED
State Description State Description
Orange 1 Gbps data rate Blinking Data transmission or receiving is occurring
Green 100 Mbps data rate On No data transmission or receiving is occurring
Off 10 Mbps data rate
LAN Port

Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out

Use this audio jack to connect center/subwoofer speakers in a 5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration.
Rear Speaker Out
This jack can be used to connect rear speakers in a 4/5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration.
Optical S/PDIF Out Connector
This connector provides digital audio out to an external audio system that supports digital optical audio.
Before using this feature, ensure that your audio system provides an optical digital audio in connector.
Line In
The line in jack. Use this audio jack for line in devices such as an optical drive, walkman, etc.
Line Out
The line out jack. This jack supports audio amplifying function. For better sound quality, it is recommended
that you connect your headphone/speaker to this jack (actual effects may vary by the device being used).
Use this audio jack for a headphone or 2-channel speaker. This jack can be used to connect front speakers
in a 4/5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration.
Mic In
The Mic in jack.
•• To enable or configure the audio amplifying function for the Line out jack, please access the HD
Audio Manager application.
•• If you want to install a Side Speaker, you need to retask either the Line in or Mic in jack to be Side
Speaker out using the HD Audio Manager application.
•• Please visit GIGABYTE's website for more audio software information.

•• When removing the cable connected to a back panel connector, first remove the cable from your
device and then remove it from the motherboard.
•• When removing the cable, pull it straight out from the connector. Do not rock it side to side to prevent
an electrical short inside the cable connector.
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1-7 Onboard Buttons, Switches and LEDs

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BIOS Switches and BIOS LED Indicators

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The BIOS switch (BIOS_SW) allows users to easily select a different BIOS for boot up or overclocking, helping

F_ U
to reduce BIOS failure during overclocking. The DualBIOS™ (SB) switch allows for enabling or disabling of the

B_
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DualBIOS™ function. The LED indicator (MBIOS_LED/BBIOS_LED) shows which BIOS is active.

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B_

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BIOS_SW
B SS

S
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1: Main BIOS (Boot from the main BIOS)

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B_
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2 1 2: Backup BIOS (Boot from the backup BIOS)

S
B SS

S _S
B_
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SB
B SS

S
B_
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2 1 1: Dual BIOS
SS F

S F
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2 1 2: Single BIOS

B SS
B SS
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BIOS LED Indicators:

1
B_
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1 2 3
MBIOS_LED (The main BIOS is active)
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1
1 2 3

1
1 2 3

BBIOS_LED (The backup BIOS is active)

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1 2 3

B SS
3

S
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1
CPU/VGA/DRAM/BOOT (Status LEDs)
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1 2 3

F_
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1
1 2 3

The status LEDs show whether the CPU, graphics card, memory, and operating system are working properly
F_USB3

_S
1

B_
1 2 3

after system power-on. If the CPU/VGA/DRAM LED is on, that means the corresponding device is not working
U

1 2 3
3

B_ normally; if the BOOT USB

LED0_isB on, that means you haven't entered the operating system yet.

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CPU: CPU status LED

S
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F_
VGA: Graphics card status LED _S
DRAM: Memory status LED
3

CPU DRAM
BOOT: Operating system status LED
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VGA BOOT
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S
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Quick Buttons
This motherboard has 3 quick buttons: power button, reset button and clear CMOS button. The power button
3

and reset button allow users to quickly turn on/off or reset the computer in an open-case environment when
_

they want to change hardware components or conduct hardware testing. Use this button to clear the BIOS
_B

configuration and reset the CMOS values to factory defaults when needed.
F_USB3 F

PW_SW: Power Button

S B_

F_
RST_SW: Reset Button
S_
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B
B

CMOS_SW: Clear CMOS Button

•• Always turn off your computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before clearing
F_USB3 F

the CMOS values.

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F_

•• NOTE: Do not use the clear CMOS button when the system is on, or the system may shutdown
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B
B

and data loss or damage may occur.

•• 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).
OC Button
The OC button helps enthusiasts and overclockers not only get the most performance from their hardware, but
also the absolute most enjoyable OC experience.
OC Button:
B S_

Press this button to load the most optimized GIGABYTE overclocking

B

configuration for your hardware.

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B S_

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1-8 Internal Connectors

4 1 5 3

6
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8

17
12
11
13
10

20 11
7
16
21

15 9 19 18 4 6 14

1) ATX_12V 12) U2_32G

2) ATX 13) M2F_32G
3) CPU_FAN 14) F_PANEL
4) SYS_FAN1/2/3/4 15) F_AUDIO
5) CPU_OPT 16) SPDIF_O
6) SYS_FAN5_PUMP/SYS_FAN6_PUMP 17) F_USB30_1/F_USB30_2
7) EC_TEMP1/EC_TEMP2 18) F_USB1/F_USB2
8) LED_C1 19) TPM
9) LED_C2 20) BAT
10) SATA EXPRESS 21) CLR_CMOS
11) SATA3 0/1/2/3/4/5/6/7

Read the following guidelines before connecting external devices:

•• First make sure your devices are compliant with the connectors you wish to connect.
•• Before installing the devices, be sure to turn off the devices and your computer. Unplug the power
cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the devices.
•• After installing the device and before turning on the computer, make sure the device cable has
been securely attached to the connector on the motherboard.

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1/2) ATX_12V/ATX (2x4 12V Power Connector and 2x12 Main Power Connector)
With the use of the power connector, the power supply can supply enough stable power to all the components
on the motherboard. Before connecting the power connector, first make sure the power supply is turned
off and all devices are properly installed. The power connector possesses a foolproof design. Connect the
power supply cable to the power connector in the correct orientation.
The 12V power connector mainly supplies power to the CPU. If the 12V power connector is not connected,
the computer will not start.
To meet expansion requirements, it is recommended that a power supply that can withstand high
power consumption be used (500W or greater). If a power supply is used that does not provide the
required power, the result can lead to an unstable or unbootable system.
ATX_12V:
Pin No. Definition Pin No. Definition
1 GND (Only for 2x4-pin 12V) 5 +12V (Only for 2x4-pin 12V)
5 8
2 GND (Only for 2x4-pin 12V) 6 +12V (Only for 2x4-pin 12V)
1 4
3 GND 7 +12V
ATX_12V 4 GND 8 +12V

ATX:
12 24 Pin No. Definition Pin No. Definition
1 3.3V 13 3.3V
2 3.3V 14 -12V
3 GND 15 GND
4 +5V 16 PS_ON (soft On/Off)
5 GND 17 GND
6 +5V 18 GND
7 GND 19 GND
8 Power Good 20 NC
9 5VSB (stand by +5V) 21 +5V
10 +12V 22 +5V
11 +12V (Only for 2x12-pin 23 +5V (Only for 2x12-pin ATX)
1 13 ATX)
12 3.3V (Only for 2x12-pin 24 GND (Only for 2x12-pin ATX)
ATX)
ATX

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3/4) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN1/2/3/4 (Fan Headers)
All fan headers on this motherboard are 4-pin. Most fan headers possess a foolproof insertion design.
When connecting a fan cable, be sure to connect it in the correct orientation (the black connector wire is
the ground wire). The speed control function requires the use of a fan with fan speed control design. For
optimum heat dissipation, it is recommended that a system fan be installed inside the chassis.

Pin No. Definition

1 GND
1 1 2 Voltage Speed Control
1
SYS_FAN1/2 SYS_FAN3/4
3 Sense
CPU_FAN
4 PWM Speed Control

5) CPU_OPT (Water Cooling CPU Fan Header)

The fan header is 4-pin and possesses a foolproof insertion design. Most fan headers possess a foolproof
insertion design. When connecting a fan cable, be sure to connect it in the correct orientation (the black
connector wire is the ground wire). The speed control function requires the use of a fan with fan speed
control design.

Pin No. Definition

1 1 GND
2 Voltage Speed Control
3 Sense
4 PWM Speed Control

6) SYS_FAN5_PUMP/SYS_FAN6_PUMP (System Fan/Water Cooling Pump Headers)

The fan/pump headers are 4-pin. Most fan headers possess a foolproof insertion design. When connecting
a fan cable, be sure to connect it in the correct orientation (the black connector wire is the ground wire).
The speed control function requires the use of a fan with fan speed control design. For optimum heat
dissipation, it is recommended that a system fan be installed inside the chassis. The headers also provides
speed control for a water cooling pump, refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "M.I.T.," for more information

Pin No. Definition

1 GND
1
1 2 Voltage Speed Control
SYS_FAN5_PUMP SYS_FAN6_PUMP 3 Sense
4 PWM Speed Control

•• Be sure to connect fan cables to the fan headers to prevent your CPU and system from
overheating. Overheating may result in damage to the CPU or the system may hang.
•• These fan headers are not configuration jumper blocks. Do not place a jumper cap on the headers.

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 S
1 2 3

1 2 3

1 2 3
1 2 3 S B_
B

7) EC_TEMP1/EC_TEMP2 (Temperature Sensor Headers)

Connect the thermistor cables to the headers for temperature detection.
_ S
Pin No. Definition
1 1 1 SENSOR IN S_
EC_TEMP1 EC_TEMP2 2 GND _
B

8) LED_C1 (CPU Cooler LED Strip/RGB LED Strip Extension Cable Header)
The header can be used to connect a CPU cooler LED strip or a_ standard
U 5050 RGB LED strip (12V/G/R/B),
U
S with maximum power rating of 2A (12V) and maximum length_ of 2m. F
_ _ 3 B

Pin No. Definition

1 12V
1 F_USB3 F
2 G
3 R
F
_ 4 B _0

Connecting the CPU cooler LED strip:

Connect the connector of the CPU cooler LED strip (marked with an arrow) to Pin 1 (12V) of this header.
_ _B
Black wire
Connecting the standard LED strip:
_ F
_ Connect one end of the RGB LED strip extension cable to the header
S _S
and the other end to your RGB LED strip. The black wire (marked with
a triangle on the plug) of the extension cable must be connected to Pin
1 (12V) of this header. The 12V pin (marked with an arrow) on the other
12V of the end of the extension cable must be lined up with the 12V of the LED
1 LED strip strip. Be careful with the connection orientation of the LED strip; incorrect
12V _0 F
connection may lead to the damage of the LED strip.

9) LED_C2 (RGB (RGBW) LED Strip Extension Cable Header)

The header can be used to connect a standard 5050 RGB (RGBW) LED strip (12V/G/R/B/W), with maximum
power rating of 2A (12V) and maximum length of 2m.

Pin No. Definition

_ 1 1 12V
2 G
Black wire 3 R
4 B
5 W
Connect one end of the RGB (RGBW) LED strip extension cable to the
header and the other end to your RGB (RGBW) LED strip. The black
12V of the wire (marked with a triangle on the plug) of the extension cable must be
LED strip
1 connected to Pin 1 (12V) of this header. The 12V pin (marked with an
12V arrow) on the other end of the extension cable must be lined up with the
12V of the LED strip. Be careful with the connection orientation of the
LED strip; incorrect connection may lead to the damage of the LED strip.
Before installing the devices, be sure to turn off the devices and your computer. Unplug the power
cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the devices.

For how to turn on/off the lights of the RGB (RGBW) LED strip, refer to the instructions on in
F_USB3
Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup."
B_

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 S
1 2 3

1 2 3
B SS S U
S 3

1 2 3
1 2 3
_ _ 3

B SS S S U
10) SATA EXPRESS (SATA Express
S 3 Connectors)
_ _ 3
Each SATA Express connector supports a single SATA Express device.
S _
S F
_

S _
S F
_
_ _B

B_ B SS S _ U _
S 3 S _S

B_ _
S _S

S _
11) SATA3 0/1/2/3/4/5/6/7
S _ (SATA 6Gb/s Connectors) S F
The SATA connectors conform to SATA 6Gb/s standard and are compatible with SATA 3Gb/s and SATA_
1.5Gb/s standard. Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device. The AMD Chipset supports RAID 0,
S _
RAID 1, and RAID 10. Refer to Chapter 3, "Configuring a RAID Set," for instructions on configuring a RAID
array.
G.QBOFM G.QBOFM
2 0
SATA3 SATA3 7 6 Pin No. Definition _
3 1 5 4 _
B_ 1 GNDS _S
7 1 2 TXP
_
7 1 3 TXN
4 GND
5 RXN
S _ 6 RXP
S _
7 GND

S _

F_USB3
B_

12) U2_32G (U.2

U Connector) B_ USB 0_ B
The U.2 connector supports Sa single
_ U.2 device. F_USB3
B_
U B_ USB 0_ B

B_
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U B_ USB 0_ B
 _ F

_0 F
13) M2F_32G (M.2 Socket 3 Connector)
The M.2 connector supports M.2 SATA SSDs and M.2 PCIe SSDs and supports SATA RAID configuration
through the AMD Chipset. Please note that an M.2 PCIe SSD cannot be used to create a RAID array. Refer
to Chapter 3, "Configuring a RAID Set," for instructions on configuring a RAID array.

110 80 60 42

Follow the steps below to correctly install an M.2 SSD in the M.2 connector.
Step 1:
Use a screw driver to unfasten the screw and nut from the motherboard. Locate the proper mounting hole
for the M.2 SSD to be installed and then screw the nut first.
Step 2:
Slide the M.2 SSD into the connector at an angle.
Step 3:
Press the M.2 SSD down and then secure it with the screw.

Select the proper hole for the M.2 SSD to be installed and refasten the screw and nut.

Installation Notices for the M2F_32G and SATA Connectors:

Due to the limited number of lanes provided by the Chipset, the availability of the SATA connectors may be
affected by the type of devices installed in the M2F_32G connector. The M2F_32G connector shares bandwidth
with the SATA3 3 connector. Refer to the following table for details.

Type of Connector
SATA3 0 SATA3 1 SATA3 2 SATA3 3 SATA3 4 SATA3 5 SATA3 6 SATA3 7
M.2 SSD

M.2 SATA SSD a a a r a a a a

M.2 PCIe x4 SSD* a a a a a a a a

M.2 PCIe x2 SSD a a a a a a a a

No M.2 SSD Installed a a a a a a a a

a: Available, r: Not available

* For AMD Ryzen™ processor only.

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 14) F_PANEL (Front Panel Header)
Connect the power switch, reset switch, speaker, chassis intrusion switch/sensor and system status indicator
on the chassis to this header according to the pin assignments below. Note the positive and negative pins
before connecting the cables.
Power LED Power Switch Speaker •• PLED/PWR_LED (Power LED, Yellow/Purple):
System Status LED Connects to the power status indicator
on the chassis front panel. The LED is on
PLED+

S0 On
PW+

when the system is operating. The LED is

SPEAK+

SPEAK-
PLED-

S3/S4/S5 Off off when the system is in S3/S4 sleep state

PW-

NC
NC
or powered off (S5).
2 20
1 19 •• PW (Power Switch, Red):
Connects to the power switch on the chassis front panel. You may
configure the way to turn off your system using the power switch (refer
HD-

CI+

PWR_LED+
RES+

PWR_LED-
PWR_LED-

to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Power," for more information).

HD+

CI-
RES-

•• SPEAK (Speaker, Orange):

Connects to the speaker on the chassis front panel. The system reports
Hard Drive Reset Power LED
Activity LED Switch
system startup status by issuing a beep code. One single short beep
Chassis Intrusion
Header
will be heard if no problem is detected at system startup.
•• HD (Hard Drive Activity LED, Blue):
Connects to the hard drive activity LED on the chassis front panel. The LED is on when the hard drive is
reading or writing data.
•• RES (Reset Switch, Green):
Connects to the reset switch on the chassis front panel. Press the reset switch to restart the computer if the
computer freezes and fails to perform a normal restart.
•• CI (Chassis Intrusion Header, Gray):
Connects to the chassis intrusion switch/sensor on the chassis that can detect if the chassis cover has been
removed. This function requires a chassis with a chassis intrusion switch/sensor.
•• NC (Orange): No Connection.
The front panel design may differ by chassis. A front panel module mainly consists of power switch,
reset switch, power LED, hard drive activity LED, speaker and etc. When connecting your chassis
front panel module to this header, make sure the wire assignments and the pin assignments are
matched correctly.
15) F_AUDIO (Front Panel Audio Header)
The front panel audio header supports Intel High Definition audio (HD) and AC'97 audio. You may connect
your chassis front panel audio module to this header. Make sure the wire assignments of the module
connector match the pin assignments of the motherboard header. Incorrect connection between the module
connector and the motherboard header will make the device unable to work or even damage it.
For HD Front Panel Audio: For AC'97 Front Panel Audio:
Pin No. Definition Pin No. Definition
1 MIC2_L 1 MIC
9 1
2 GND 2 GND S S
F_ U F_ F_
3 MIC2_R 3 MIC Power
10 2 4 NC 4 NC
5 LINE2_R 5 Line Out (R)
6 Sense 6 NC
7 FAUDIO_JD 7 NC
8 No Pin 8 No Pin
9 LINE2_L 9 Line Out (L)
10 Sense 10 NC
•• The front panel audio header supports HD audio by default.
B_ ••B Audio
S S signals will be present on both of the front and back panel audio connections simultaneously.
•• Some chassis provide a front panel audio module that has separated connectors on each wire
1

instead of a single plug. For information about connecting the front panel audio module that has
1

different wire assignments,

_S please contact the chassis manufacturer.
1
1

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_ B S_
B B
S
1 2 3
1 2 3

1 2 3
 16) SPDIF_O (S/PDIF Out Header)
This header supports digital S/PDIF Out and connects a S/PDIF digital audio cable (provided by expansion
cards) for digital audio output from your motherboard to certain expansion cards like graphics cards and
sound cards. For example, some graphics cards may require you to use a S/PDIF digital audio cable for
digital audio output from your motherboard to your graphics card if you wish to connect an HDMI display
to the graphics card and have digital audio output from the HDMI display at the same time. For information
about connecting the S/PDIF digital audio cable, carefully read the manual for your expansion card.
Pin No. Definition
1 SPDIFO
1
2 GND

F_USB30 F_ U F_

17) F_USB30_1/F_USB30_2 (USB 3.1 Gen 1 Headers)

The headers conform to USB 3.1 Gen 1 and USB 2.0 specification and can provide two USB ports. For
purchasing the optional 3.5" front panel that provides two USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports, please contact the local
dealer. G.QBOFM

20 1 Pin No. Definition Pin No. Definition

1 VBUS 11 D2+
2 SSRX1- 12 D2-
3 SSRX1+ 13
B SS
GND
B_ 4 GND 14 SSTX2+
1

5 SSTX1- 15 SSTX2-
1

11 10 6 SSTX1+ 16 1
GND _S
1

7 GND 17 SSRX2+
8 D1- 18 SSRX2-
9 D1+ 19 VBUS
10 NC 20 S No Pin
1 2 3
1 2 3

1 2 3

1 2 3

18) F_USB1/F_USB2 (USB 2.0/1.1 Headers)

S
The headers conform to USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Each USB header can provide two USB ports via an
optional USB bracket. For purchasing the optional USB bracket, please contact the local dealer.

Pin No. Definition Pin No. Definition

1 Power (5V) 6 USB DY+
9 1 2 Power (5V) 7 GND
10 2
3 USB DX- 8 GND
4 USB DY- 9 No Pin
5 USB DX+ 10 NC
B SS S U
S 3
•• Do not plug the IEEE 1394 bracket (2x5-pin) cable into the USB 2.0/1.1 header. _ _ 3
•• Prior to installing the USB bracket, be sure to turn off your computer and unplug the power cord
from the power outlet to prevent damage to the USB bracket.
F_U

S _
S F
_

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_ _B

B_ _
S _S
 B SS
B_
19) TPM (Trusted Platform Module Header)

1
1

You may connect a TPM (Trusted Platform Module) to this header. 1

_S

1
Pin No. Definition Pin No. Definition
1 LCLK 11 LAD0
19 1
2 GND 12 GND
S
3 LFRAME 13 NC 1 2 3

1 2 3
20 2 4 No Pin 14 NC
5 LRESET 15 SB3V

1 2 3
6 NC 16 SERIRQ 1 2 3
7 LAD3 17 GND
S
8 LAD2 18 NC
9 VCC3 19 NC
10 LAD1 20 NC

20) BAT (Battery)

The battery provides power to keep the values (such as BIOS configurations, date, and time information)
in the CMOS when the computer is turned off. Replace the battery when the battery voltage drops to a low
level, or the CMOS values may not be accurate or may be lost.
B SS S U
S 3
You may clear the CMOS values by removing the battery: _ _ 3
1. Turn off your computer and unplug the power cord.
2. Gently remove the battery from the battery holder and wait for one minute.
(Or use a metal object like a screwdriver to touch the positive and negative
terminals of the battery holder, making them short for 5 seconds.)
S _ 3. Replace the battery.
4. Plug in the powerScord
F and restart your computer.
_
•• Always turn off your computer and unplug the power cord before replacing the battery.
•• Replace the battery with an equivalent one. Danger of explosion if the battery is replaced with
an incorrect model.
•• Contact the place of purchase or local dealer if you are not able to replace the battery by yourself _ _B

or uncertain about the battery model.

•• When installing the battery, note the orientation of the positive side _(+) and the negative side (-)
B_
of the battery (the positive side should face up). S _S
•• Used batteries must 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 factory defaults. To clear
the SCMOS
_ values, use a metal object like a screwdriver to touch the two pins for a few seconds.

Open: Normal

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 (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," for BIOS configurations).

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 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup
BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) records hardware parameters of the system in the CMOS on the
motherboard. Its major functions include conducting the Power-On Self-Test (POST) during system startup,
saving system parameters and loading operating system, etc. BIOS includes a BIOS Setup program that allows
the user to modify basic system configuration settings or to activate certain system features.
When the power is turned off, the battery on the motherboard supplies the necessary power to the CMOS to
keep the configuration values in the CMOS.
To access the BIOS Setup program, press the <Delete> key during the POST when the power is turned on.
To upgrade the BIOS, use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash or @BIOS utility.
•• Q-Flash allows the user to quickly and easily upgrade or back up BIOS without entering the operating system.
•• @BIOS is a Windows-based utility that searches and downloads the latest version of BIOS from the Internet
and updates the BIOS.

•• Because BIOS flashing is potentially risky, if you do not encounter problems using the current version of BIOS,
it is recommended that you not flash the BIOS. To flash the BIOS, do it with caution. Inadequate BIOS flashing
may result in system malfunction.
•• It is recommended that you not alter the default settings (unless you need to) to prevent system instability or other
unexpected results. Inadequately altering the settings may result in system's failure to boot. 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/clear CMOS jumper in Chapter 1 for how to clear the CMOS values.)

2-1 Startup Screen

The following startup Logo screen will appear when the computer boots.
(Sample BIOS Version: F1a)

Function Keys

There are two different BIOS modes as follows and you can use the <F2> key to switch between the two modes.
The Classic Setup mode provides detailed BIOS settings. You can press the arrow keys on your keyboard to move
among the items and press <Enter> to accept or enter a sub-menu. Or you can use your mouse to select the item you
want. Easy Mode allows users to quickly view their current system information or to make adjustments for optimum
performance. In Easy Mode, you can use your mouse to move through configuration items.

•• When the system is not stable as usual, select the Load Optimized Defaults item to set your system to its defaults.
•• The BIOS Setup menus described in this chapter are for reference only and may differ by BIOS version.

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2-2 M.I.T.

Whether the system will work stably with the overclock/overvoltage settings you made is dependent on your overall
system configurations. Incorrectly doing overclock/overvoltage may result in damage to CPU, chipset, or memory
and reduce the useful life of these components. This page is for advanced users only and we recommend you not to
alter the default settings to prevent system instability or other unexpected results. (Inadequately altering the settings
may result in system's failure to boot. If this occurs, clear the CMOS values and reset the board to default values.)

`` Advanced Frequency Settings

&& CPU Clock Control
Allows you to manually set the CPU clock in 0.01 MHz increments. (Default: Auto)
Important: It is highly recommended that the CPU frequency be set in accordance with the CPU
specifications.
&& Host Clock Value
Displays the current operating Host Clock frequency.
&& CPU Clock Ratio
Allows you to alter the clock ratio for the installed CPU. The adjustable range is dependent on the CPU
being installed.
&& CPU Frequency
Displays the current operating CPU frequency.

`` Advanced CPU Core Settings

&& CPU Clock Ratio, CPU Frequency
The settings above are synchronous to those under the same items on the Advanced Frequency Settings
menu.
&& Core Performance Boost Ratio (Note)
Allows you alter the ratio for the CPB. The adjustable range is dependent on the CPU being installed.
(Default: Auto)
&& Core Performance Boost (Note)
Allows you to determine whether to enable the Core Performance Boost (CPB) technology, a CPU
performance-boost technology. (Default: Auto)

(Note) This item is present only when you install a CPU that supports this feature.
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&& Turbo Performance Boost Ratio (Note 1)
Allows you to determine whether to improve CPU performance. (Default: Disabled)
&& AMD Cool&Quiet function

Enabled  Lets the AMD Cool'n'Quiet driver dynamically adjust the CPU clock and VID to reduce
heat output from your computer and its power consumption. (Default)

Disabled Disables this function.
&& SVM Mode
Virtualization enhanced by Virtualization Technology will allow a platform to run multiple operating systems
and applications in independent partitions. With virtualization, one computer system can function as multiple
virtual systems. (Default: Enabled)
&& C6 Mode (Note 1)
Allows you to determine whether to let the CPU enter C6 mode in system halt state. When enabled, the
CPU core frequency will be reduced during system halt state to decrease power consumption. The C6
state is a more enhanced power-saving state than C1. (Default: Enabled)
&& Global C-state Control (Note 1)
Allows you to determine whether to let the CPU enter C states. When enabled, the CPU core frequency
will be reduced during system halt state to decrease power consumption. (Default: Enabled)
&& SMT Mode (Note 1)
Allows you to enable or disable the CPU Simultaneous Multi-Threading technology. This feature only works
for operating systems that support multi-processor mode. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this
setting. (Default: Auto)
&& Downcore Control (Note 1)
Allows you to select the number of CPU cores to enable (the number of CPU cores may vary by CPU).
Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (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 set the system memory multiplier. Auto sets memory multiplier according to memory SPD
data. (Default: Auto)
&& Memory Frequency (MHz)
The first memory frequency value is the normal operating frequency of the memory being used; the second
is the memory frequency that is automatically adjusted according to the System Memory Multiplier settings.

`` Advanced Memory Settings

&& Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) (Note 2), System Memory Multiplier, Memory Frequency(Mhz)
The settings above are synchronous to those under the same items on the Advanced Frequency Settings
menu.

&& Memory Timing Mode

Manual and Advanced Manual allows the Channel Interleaving, Rank Interleaving, and memory timing
settings below to be configurable. Options are: Auto (default), Manual, Advanced Manual.

(Note 1) This item is present only when you install a CPU that supports this feature.
(Note 2) This item is present only when you install a CPU and a memory module that support this feature.

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&& Profile DDR Voltage
When using a non-XMP memory module or Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) is set to Disabled, the value
is displayed according to your memory specification. When Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) is set to
Profile1 or Profile2, the value is displayed according to the SPD data on the XMP memory.
&& Channel Interleaving
Enables or disables memory channel interleaving. Enabled allows the system to simultaneously access
different channels of the memory to increase memory performance and stability. Auto lets the BIOS
automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto)
&& Rank Interleaving
Enables or disables memory rank interleaving. Enabled allows the system to simultaneously access different
ranks of the memory to increase memory performance and stability. Auto lets the BIOS automatically
configure this setting. (Default: Auto)

`` Channel A/B Memory Sub Timings

This sub-menu provides memory timing settings for each channel of memory. The respective timing setting
screens are configurable only when Memory Timing Mode is set to Manual or Advanced Manual. Note: Your
system may become unstable or fail to boot after you make changes on the memory timings. If this occurs,
please reset the board to default values by loading optimized defaults or clearing the CMOS values.

`` Advanced Voltage Settings

This sub-menu allows you to set CPU, chipset and memory voltages.

`` PC Health Status
&& Reset Case Open Status

Disabled Keeps or clears the record of previous chassis intrusion status. (Default)

Enabled  Clears the record of previous chassis intrusion status and the Case Open field will
show "No" at next boot.
&& Case Open
Displays the detection status of the chassis intrusion detection device attached to the motherboard CI
header. If the system chassis cover is removed, this field will show "Yes", otherwise it will show "No". To
clear the chassis intrusion status record, set Reset Case Open Status to Enabled, save the settings to
the CMOS, and then restart your system.
&& C
 PU Vcore/CPU VDDP/CPU VDD18/DDRVtt A/B/DRAM Channel A/B Voltage/
DDRVpp A/B/+3.3V/+5V/CHIPSET Core/+12V/VCORE SOC
Displays the current system voltages.

`` Miscellaneous Settings
&& PCIe Slot Configuration
Allows you to set the operation mode of the PCI Express slots to Gen 1, Gen 2, or Gen 3. Actual operation
mode is subject to the hardware specification of each slot. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this
setting. (Default: Auto)
&& 3DMark01 Enhancement
Allows you to determine whether to enhance some legacy benchmark performance. (Default: Disabled)

`` Smart Fan 5 Settings

&& Monitor
Allows you to select a target to monitor and to make further adjustment. (Default: CPU FAN)

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&& Fan Speed Control
Allows you to determine whether to enable the fan speed control function and adjust the fan speed.

Normal  Allows the fan to run at different speeds according to the temperature. You can adjust
the fan speed with System Information Viewer based on your system requirements.
(Default)

Silent Allows the fan to run at slow speeds.

Manual Allows you to control the fan speed in the curve graph.
 Speed
Full Allows the fan to run at full speeds.
&& Fan Control Use Temperature Input
Allows you to select the reference temperature for fan speed control.
&& Temperature Interval
Allows you to select the temperature interval for fan speed change.
&& Fan/Pump Control Mode

Auto  Lets the BIOS automatically detect the type of fan/pump installed and sets the optimal
control mode. (Default)

Voltage Voltage mode is recommended for a 3-pin fan/pump.

PWM PWM mode is recommended for a 4-pin fan/pump.
&& Temperature
Displays the current temperature of the selected target area.
&& Fan Speed
Displays current fan/pump speeds.
&& Temperature Warning Control
Sets the warning threshold for temperature. When temperature exceeds the threshold, BIOS will emit
warning sound. Options are: Disabled (default), 60oC/140oF, 70oC/158oF, 80oC/176oF, 90oC/194oF.
&& Fan/Pump Fail Warning
Allows the system to emit warning sound if the fan/pump is not connected or fails. Check the fan/pump
condition or fan/pump connection when this occurs. (Default: Disabled)

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2-3 System

This section provides information on your motherboard model and BIOS version. You can also select the default
language used by the BIOS and manually set the system time.

&& System Language

Selects the default language used by the BIOS.
&& System Date
Sets the system date. The date format is week (read-only), month, date, and year. Use <Enter> to switch
between the Month, Date, and Year fields and use the <Page Up> or <Page Down> key to set the desired
value.
&& System Time
Sets the system time. The time format is hour, minute, and second. For example, 1 p.m. is 13:00:00. Use
<Enter> to switch between the Hour, Minute, and Second fields and use the <Page Up> or <Page Down>
key to set the desired value.
&& Access Level
Displays the current access level depending on the type of password protection used. (If no password is
set, the default will display as Administrator.) The Administrator level allows you to make changes to all
BIOS settings; the User level only allows you to make changes to certain BIOS settings but not all.

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2-4 BIOS

&& Boot Option Priorities

Specifies the overall boot order from the available devices. Removable storage devices that support GPT
format will be prefixed with "UEFI:" string on the boot device list. To boot from an operating system that
supports GPT partitioning, select the device prefixed with "UEFI:" string.
Or if you want to install an operating system that supports GPT partitioning such as Windows 7 64-bit, select
the optical drive that contains the Windows 7 64-bit installation disk and is prefixed with "UEFI:" string.
&& Hard Drive/CD/DVD ROM Drive/Floppy Drive/Network Device BBS Priorities
Specifies the boot order for a specific device type, such as hard drives, optical drives, floppy disk drives,
and devices that support Boot from LAN function, etc. Press <Enter> on this item to enter the submenu that
presents the devices of the same type that are connected. This item is present only if at least one device
for this type is installed.
&& Bootup NumLock State
Enables or disables Numlock feature on the numeric keypad of the keyboard after the POST. (Default: On)
&& Security Option
Specifies whether a password is required every time the system boots, or only when you enter BIOS Setup.
After configuring this item, set the password(s) under the Administrator Password/User Password item.

Setup A password is only required for entering the BIOS Setup program.

System A password is required for booting the system and for entering the BIOS Setup program.
(Default)
&& Full Screen LOGO Show
Allows you to determine whether to display the GIGABYTE Logo at system startup. Disabled skips the
GIGABYTE Logo when the system starts up. (Default: Enabled)

&& Fast Boot

Enables or disables Fast Boot to shorten the OS boot process. Ultra Fast provides the fastest bootup
speed. (Default: Disabled)

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&& SATA Support
 Sata Devices All SATA devices are functional in the operating system and during the POST.
All

Last Boot HDD Only Except for the previous boot drive, all SATA devices are disabled before the OS
boot process completes. (Default)
This item is configurable only when Fast Boot is set to Enabled or Ultra Fast.
&& VGA Support
Allows you to select which type of operating system to boot.

Auto Enables legacy option ROM only.
 Driver
EFI Enables EFI option ROM. (Default)
This item is configurable only when Fast Boot is set to Enabled or Ultra Fast.
&& USB Support

Disabled All USB devices are disabled before the OS boot process completes.
 Initial All USB devices are functional in the operating system and during the POST.
Full
(Default)

Partial Initial Part of the USB devices are disabled before the OS boot process completes.
This item is configurable only when Fast Boot is set to Enabled. This function is disabled when Fast Boot
is set to Ultra Fast.
&& PS2 Devices Support

Disabled All PS/2 devices are disabled before the OS boot process completes.

Enabled  All PS/2 devices are functional in the operating system and during the POST.
(Default)
This item is configurable only when Fast Boot is set to Enabled. This function is disabled when Fast Boot
is set to Ultra Fast.
&& NetWork Stack Driver Support

Disabled Disables booting from the network. (Default)

Enabled Enables booting from the network.
This item is configurable only when Fast Boot is set to Enabled or Ultra Fast.

&& Windows 10 Features

Allows you to select the operating system to be installed. (Default: Other OS)
&& CSM Support
Enables or disables UEFI CSM (Compatibility Support Module) to support a legacy PC boot process.

Enabled Enables UEFI CSM. (Default)

Disabled Disables UEFI CSM and supports UEFI BIOS boot process only.
This item is configurable only when Windows 10 Features is set to Windows 10 or Windows 10 WHQL.
&& LAN PXE Boot Option ROM
Allows you to select whether to enable the legacy option ROM for the LAN controller. (Default: Disabled)
This item is configurable only when CSM Support is set to Enabled.
&& Storage Boot Option Control
Allows you to select whether to enable the UEFI or legacy option ROM for the storage device controller.

Disabled Disables option ROM.

UEFI Only Enables UEFI option ROM only.

Legacy Only Enables legacy option ROM only. (Default)
This item is configurable only when CSM Support is set to Enabled.

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&& Other PCI Device ROM Priority
Allows you to select whether to enable the UEFI or Legacy option ROM for the PCI device controller other
than the LAN, storage device, and graphics controllers.

Disabled Disables option ROM.

UEFI Only Enables UEFI option ROM only. (Default)

Legacy Only Enables legacy option ROM only.
This item is configurable only when CSM Support is set to Enabled.
&& Network Stack
Disables or enables booting from the network to install a GPT format OS, such as installing the OS from
the Windows Deployment Services server. (Default: Disabled)
&& Ipv4 PXE Support
Enables or disables IPv4 PXE Support. This item is configurable only when Network Stack is enabled.
&& Ipv4 HTTP Support
Enables or disables HTTP boot support for IPv4. This item is configurable only when Network Stack is
enabled.
&& Ipv6 PXE Support
Enables or disables IPv6 PXE Support. This item is configurable only when Network Stack is enabled.
&& Ipv6 HTTP Support
Enables or disables HTTP boot support for IPv6. This item is configurable only when Network Stack is
enabled.

&& Administrator Password

Allows you to configure an administrator password. Press <Enter> on this item, type the password, and
then press <Enter>. You will be requested to confirm the password. Type the password again and press
<Enter>. You must enter the administrator password (or user password) at system startup and when entering
BIOS Setup. Differing from the user password, the administrator password allows you to make changes to
all BIOS settings.
&& User Password
Allows you to configure a user password. Press <Enter> on this item, type the password, and then press
<Enter>. You will be requested to confirm the password. Type the password again and press <Enter>.
You must enter the administrator password (or user password) at system startup and when entering BIOS
Setup. However, the user password only allows you to make changes to certain BIOS settings but not all.
To cancel the password, press <Enter> on the password item and when requested for the password, enter
the correct one first. When prompted for a new password, press <Enter> without entering any password.
Press <Enter> again when prompted to confirm.
NOTE: Before setting the User Password, be sure to set the Administrator Password first.

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2-5 Peripherals

&& AMD CPU fTPM

Enables or disables the TPM 2.0 function integrated in the AMD CPU. (Default: Enabled)

&& LED_C Connect

Enables or disables the lights of the RGB (RGBW) LED strip connected to the LED_C2 header on the
motherboard. (Default: Enabled)
&& RGB Fusion
Allows you to set the LED lighting mode for the motherboard.

Off Disables this function.

Pulse Mode All LEDs simultaneously fade in and fade out.

Color Cycle All LEDs simultaneously cycle through a full spectrum of colors.

Static Mode All LEDs emit a single color. (Default)

Flash Mode All LEDs simultaneously flash on and off.
&& Legacy USB Support
Allows USB keyboard/mouse to be used in MS-DOS. (Default: Enabled)
&& XHCI Hand-off
Determines whether to enable XHCI Hand-off feature for an operating system without XHCI Hand-off
support. (Default: Enabled)
&& EHCI Hand-off
Determines whether to enable EHCI Hand-off feature for an operating system without EHCI Hand-off
support. (Default: Disabled)
&& Port 60/64 Emulation
Enables or disables emulation of I/O ports 64h and 60h. This should be enabled for full legacy support
for USB keyboards/mice in MS-DOS or in operating system that does not natively support USB devices.
(Default: Disabled)
&& USB Mass Storage Driver Support
Enables or disables support for USB storage devices. (Default: Enabled)

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&& USB Storage Devices
Displays a list of connected USB mass storage devices. This item appears only when a USB storage device
is installed.
&& DAC-UP 2 Rear USB 3.0 (Output Voltage of USB 3.1 Gen 1 Ports on the Back Panel)
Allows you to increase the output voltage of the USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports on the back panel (the ones below
the PS/2 keyboard/mouse port) to strengthen the stability of your USB device(s).

Normal Keeps the original output voltage. (Default)

Disable USB bus power Disables the power of the USB connectors. High-end audio players may
connect their own external USB power source.

Voltage Compensation +0.1V Adds 0.1V to the original output voltage.

Voltage Compensation +0.2V Adds 0.2V to the original output voltage.

Voltage Compensation +0.3V Adds 0.3V to the original output voltage.
&& DAC-UP 2 Front USB 3.0_1 (Output Voltage of USB Ports Provided by the Onboard
F_USB30_1 Connector)
Allows you to increase the output voltage of the USB ports provided by the onboard F_USB30_1 connector
to strengthen the stability of your USB device(s).

Normal Keeps the original output voltage. (Default)

Disable USB bus power Disables the power of the USB connectors. High-end audio players may
connect their own external USB power source.

Voltage Compensation +0.1V Adds 0.1V to the original output voltage.

Voltage Compensation +0.2V Adds 0.2V to the original output voltage.

Voltage Compensation +0.3V Adds 0.3V to the original output voltage.
&& DAC-UP 2 Front USB 3.0_2 (Output Voltage of USB Ports Provided by the Onboard
F_USB30_2 Connector)
Allows you to increase the output voltage of the USB ports provided by the onboard F_USB30_2 connector
to strengthen the stability of your USB device(s).

Normal Keeps the original output voltage. (Default)

Disable USB bus power Disables the power of the USB connectors. High-end audio players may
connect their own external USB power source.

Voltage Compensation +0.1V Adds 0.1V to the original output voltage.

Voltage Compensation +0.2V Adds 0.2V to the original output voltage.

Voltage Compensation +0.3V Adds 0.3V to the original output voltage.

`` Trusted Computing 2.0

Enables or disables Trusted Platform Module (TPM).

`` NVMe Configuration
Displays information on your M.2 NVME PCIe SSD if installed.

`` OffBoard SATA Controller Configuration

Displays information on your M.2 PCIe SSD if installed.

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2-6 Chipset

&& IOMMU
Enables or disables AMD IOMMU support. (Default: Auto)

&& Integrated Graphics (Note)

Enables or disables the onboard graphics function.

Auto  The BIOS will automatically enable or disable the onboard graphics depending on the
graphics card being installed. (Default)

Disabled Disables the onboard graphics.
&& UMA Frame Buffer Size (Note)
This item is configurable only when Integrated Graphics is set to Force. Frame buffer size is the total
amount of system memory allocated solely for the onboard graphics controller. MS-DOS, for example, will
use only this memory for display. Options are: Auto (default), 32M, 64M, 128M, 256M, 512M, 1G, 2G.

&& SATA Mode

Enables or disables RAID for the SATA controllers integrated in the Chipset or configures the SATA controllers
to AHCI mode.

RAID Enables RAID for the SATA controller.

AHCI Configures the SATA controllers to AHCI mode. Advanced Host Controller Interface
(AHCI) is an interface specification that allows the storage driver to enable advanced
Serial ATA features such as Native Command Queuing and hot plug. (Default)
&& Chipset SATA Port Enable
Enables or disables the integrated SATA controllers. (Default: Enabled)
&& Chipset SATA Port 0/1/2/3/4/5/6/7
Enables or disables each SATA port.

(Note) This item is present only when you install a CPU that supports this feature.

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2-7 Power

&& AC BACK
Determines the state of the system after the return of power from an AC power loss.

Memory The system returns to its last known awake state upon the return of the AC power.

Always On The system is turned on upon the return of the AC power.

Always Off The system stays off upon the return of the AC power. (Default)
&& Power On By Keyboard
Allows the system to be turned on by a PS/2 keyboard wake-up event.
Note: To use this function, you need an ATX power supply providing at least 1A on the +5VSB lead.

Disabled Disables this function. (Default)

Password Set a password with 1~5 characters to turn on the system.

Keyboard 98 Press POWER button on the Windows 98 keyboard to turn on the system.
 key
Any Press any key to turn on the system.
&& Power On Password
Set the password when Power On By Keyboard is set to Password.
Press <Enter> on this item and set a password with up to 5 characters and then press <Enter> to accept.
To turn on the system, enter the password and press <Enter>.
Note: To cancel the password, press <Enter> on this item. When prompted for the password, press <Enter>
again without entering the password to clear the password settings.
&& Power On By Mouse
Allows the system to be turned on by a PS/2 mouse wake-up event.
Note: To use this function, you need an ATX power supply providing at least 1A on the +5VSB lead.

Disabled Disables this function. (Default)

Move Move the mouse to turn on the system.

Double Click Double click on left button on the mouse to turn on the system.
&& ErP
Determines whether to let the system consume least power in S5 (shutdown) state. Note: When this item
is set to Enabled, the following functions will become unavailable: Resume by Alarm, PME event wake
up, power on by mouse, power on by keyboard, and wake on LAN.

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&& Soft-Off by PWR-BTTN
Configures the way to turn off the computer in MS-DOS mode using the power button.

Instant-Off Press the power button and then the system will be turned off instantly. (Default)

Delay 4 Sec. Press and hold the power button for 4 seconds to turn off the system. If the power
button is pressed for less than 4 seconds, the system will enter suspend mode.
&& Resume by Alarm
Determines whether to power on the system at a desired time. (Default: Disabled)
If enabled, set the date and time as following:

Wake up day: Turn on the system at a specific time on each day or on a specific day in a month.

Wake up hour/minute/second: Set the time at which the system will be powered on automatically.
Note: When using this function, avoid inadequate shutdown from the operating system or removal of the
AC power, or the settings may not be effective.
&& Wake on LAN
Enables or disables the wake on LAN function. (Default: Enabled)
&& High Precision Event Timer
Enables or disables High Precision Event Timer (HPET) in the operating system. (Default: Enabled)

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2-8 Save & Exit

&& Save & Exit Setup

Press <Enter> on this item and select Yes. This saves the changes to the CMOS and exits the BIOS Setup
program. Select No or press <Esc> to return to the BIOS Setup Main Menu.
&& Exit Without Saving
Press <Enter> on this item and select Yes. This exits the BIOS Setup without saving the changes made
in BIOS Setup to the CMOS. Select No or press <Esc> to return to the BIOS Setup Main Menu.
&& Load Optimized Defaults
Press <Enter> on this item and select Yes to load the optimal BIOS default settings. The BIOS defaults
settings help the system to operate in optimum state. Always load the Optimized defaults after updating
the BIOS or after clearing the CMOS values.
&& Boot Override
Allows you to select a device to boot immediately. Press <Enter> on the device you select and select Yes
to confirm. Your system will restart automatically and boot from that device.
&& Save Profiles
This function allows you to save the current BIOS settings to a profile. You can create up to 8 profiles and
save as Setup Profile 1~ Setup Profile 8. Press <Enter> to complete. Or you can select Select File in
HDD/FDD/USB to save the profile to your storage device.
&& Load Profiles
If your system becomes unstable and you have loaded the BIOS default settings, you can use this function
to load the BIOS settings from a profile created before, without the hassles of reconfiguring the BIOS
settings. First select the profile you wish to load and then press <Enter> to complete. You can select Select
File in HDD/FDD/USB to input the profile previously created from your storage device or load the profile
automatically created by the BIOS, such as reverting the BIOS settings to the last settings that worked
properly (last known good record).

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Chapter 3 Appendix
3-1 Configuring a RAID Set
RAID Levels
RAID 0 RAID 1 RAID 10
Minimum Number of
≥2 2 4
Hard Drives
Array Capacity Number of hard drives * Size of the smallest drive (Number of hard drives/2) *
Size of the smallest drive Size of the smallest drive
Fault Tolerance No Yes Yes

Before you begin, please prepare the following items:

•• At least two SATA hard drives or M.2 SATA SSD. (To ensure optimal performance, it is recommended that
you use two hard drives with identical model and capacity). (Note)
•• A Windows setup disk.
•• Motherboard driver disk.
•• A USB thumb drive.

Configuring SATA Controllers

A. Installing hard drives
Install the hard drives/SSDs in the SATA/M.2 connectors on the motherboard. Then connect the power connectors
from your power supply to the hard drives.
B. Configuring SATA controller mode in BIOS Setup
Make sure to configure the SATA controller mode correctly in system BIOS Setup.
Steps:
1. Turn on your computer and press <Delete> to enter BIOS Setup during the POST (Power-On Self-Test).
Under Chipset, ensure Chipset SATA Port Enable are enabled. Set SATA Mode to RAID. Then save the
settings and restart your computer.
2. If you want to configure UEFI RAID, follow the steps in "C-1." To enter the legacy RAID ROM, save the
settings and exit BIOS Setup. Refer to "C-2" for more information.

The BIOS Setup menus described in this section may differ from the exact settings for your motherboard.
The actual BIOS Setup menu options you will see shall depend on the motherboard you have and
the BIOS version.

C-1. UEFI RAID Configuration

Only Windows 10 64-bit supports UEFI RAID configuration.
Step:
1. In BIOS Setup, go to BIOS and set Windows 10 Features to Windows 10 and CSM Support to Disabled.
Save the changes and exit BIOS Setup.
2. After the system reboot, enter BIOS Setup again. Then enter the Peripherals\RAIDXpert2 Configuration
Utility sub-menu.
3. On the RAIDXpert2 Configuration Utility screen, press <Enter> on Array Management to enter the Create
Array screen. Then, select a RAID level. RAID levels supported include RAID 0, RAID 1, and RAID 10 (the
selections available depend on the number of the hard drives being installed). Next, press <Enter> on Select
Physical Disks to enter the Select Physical Disks screen.

(Note) Refer to "1-8 Internal Connectors," for the installation notices for the M.2 and SATA connectors.

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4. On the Select Physical Disks screen, select the hard drives to be included in the RAID array and set them
to Enabled. Next, use the down arrow key to move to Apply Changes and press <Enter>. Then return to
the previous screen and set the Array Size, Array Size Unit, Read Cache Policy and Write Cache Policy.
5. After setting the capacity, move to Create Array and press <Enter> to begin.
6. After completing, you'll be brought back to the Array Management screen. Under Manage Array Properties
you can see the new RAID volume and information on RAID level, array name, array capacity, etc.

C-2. Configuring Legacy RAID ROM

Enter the legacy RAID BIOS setup utility to configure a RAID array. Skip this step and proceed with the installation
of Windows operating system for a non-RAID configuration.
Step:
1. After the POST memory test begins and before the operating system boot begins, look for a message which
says "Press <Ctrl-R> to Configure". Press <Ctrl> + <R> to enter the RAID BIOS setup utility.
2. To create a new array, press <Enter> on the Create Array option.
3. The selection bar will move to the Disks section on the right of the screen. Select the hard drives to be
included in the RAID array. Use the up or down arrow key to select a hard drive and press <Insert>. The
selected hard drive will be shown in green. To use all of the hard drives, simply press <A> to select all. Then
press <Enter> and the selection bar will move to the User Input section on the left bottom of the screen.
4. First, select a RAID mode and press <Enter>. The selections available depend on the number of the hard drives
being installed. Then follow the on-screen instructions to specify the array size. You can select All available
space to use the maximum size allowed or use the up or down arrow key to adjust the size and press <Enter>.
5. Select a caching mode. Options include Read/Write, Read Only, and None. Then press <Enter> to proceed.
6. Finally, a message which says "Confirm Creation of Array" will appear. Press <C> to confirm or <Esc> to
return to the previous screen.
7. When completed, you will see the new array on the main screen. To exit the RAID BIOS utility, press <Esc>
and then press <C> to confirm.

Installing the SATA RAID/AHCI Driver and Operating System

With the correct BIOS settings, you are ready to install the operating system.
Installing the Operating System
As some operating systems already include SATA RAID/AHCI driver, you do not need to install separate RAID/
AHCI driver during the Windows installation process. After the operating system is installed, we recommend
that you install all required drivers from the motherboard driver disk using "Xpress Install" to ensure system
performance and compatibility. If the operating system to be installed requires that you provide additional SATA
RAID/AHCI driver during the OS installation process, please refer to the steps below:
1. Copy the Hw10 folder under the \Boot folder in the driver disk to your USB thumb drive.
2. Boot from the Windows setup disk and perform standard OS installation steps. When the screen requesting
you to load the driver appears, select Browse.
3. Insert the USB thumb drive and then browse to the location of the driver. The locations of the drivers are
as follows:
\Hw10\RAID\x64
4. Select AMD-RAID Bottom Device first and click Next to load the driver. Then select AMD-RAID Controller
and click Next to load the driver. Finally, continue the OS installation.

Please visit GIGABYTE's website for details on configuring a RAID array.

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3-2 Drivers Installation
•• Before installing the drivers, first install the operating system. (The following instructions use
Windows 10 as the example operating system.)
•• After installing the operating system, insert the motherboard driver disk into your optical drive. Click on
the message "Tap to choose what happens with this disc" on the top-right corner of the screen and select
"Run Run.exe." (Or go to My Computer, double-click the optical drive and execute the Run.exe program.)
"Xpress Install" will automatically scan your system and then list all of the drivers that are recommended to
install. You can click the Xpress Install button and "Xpress Install" will install all of the selected drivers. Or click
the arrow icon to individually install the drivers you need.

Please visit GIGABYTE's website for Please visit GIGABYTE's website

more software information. for details on configuring the audio
software.

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3-3 Debug LED Codes
Regular Boot
Code Description
10 PEI Core is started.
11 Pre-memory CPU initialization is started.
12~14 Reserved.
15 Pre-memory North-Bridge initialization is started.
16~18 Reserved.
19 Pre-memory South-Bridge initialization is started.
1A~2A Reserved.
2B~2F Memory initialization.
31 Memory installed.
32~36 CPU PEI initialization.
37~3A IOH PEI initialization.
3B~3E PCH PEI initialization.
3F~4F Reserved.
60 DXE Core is started.
61 NVRAM initialization.
62 Installation of the PCH runtime services.
63~67 CPU DXE initialization is started.
68 PCI host bridge initialization is started.
69 IOH DXE initialization.
6A IOH SMM initialization.
6B~6F Reserved.
70 PCH DXE initialization.
71 PCH SMM initialization.
72 PCH devices initialization.
73~77 PCH DXE initialization (PCH module specific).
78 ACPI Core initialization.
79 CSM initialization is started.
7A~7F Reserved for AMI use.
80~8F Reserved for OEM use (OEM DXE initialization codes).
90 Phase transfer to BDS (Boot Device Selection) from DXE.
91 Issue event to connect drivers.

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Code Description
92 PCI Bus initialization is started.
93 PCI Bus hot plug initialization.
94 PCI Bus enumeration for detecting how many resources are requested.
95 Check PCI device requested resources.
96 Assign PCI device resources.
97 Console Output devices connect (ex. Monitor is lighted).
98 Console input devices connect (ex. PS2/USB keyboard/mouse are activated).
99 Super IO initialization.
9A USB initialization is started.
9B Issue reset during USB initialization process.
9C Detect and install all currently connected USB devices.
9D Activated all currently connected USB devices.
9E~9F Reserved.
A0 IDE initialization is started.
A1 Issue reset during IDE initialization process.
A2 Detect and install all currently connected IDE devices.
A3 Activated all currently connected IDE devices.
A4 SCSI initialization is started.
A5 Issue reset during SCSI initialization process.
A6 Detect and install all currently connected SCSI devices.
A7 Activated all currently connected SCSI devices.
A8 Verify password if needed.
A9 BIOS Setup is started.
AA Reserved.
AB Wait user command in BIOS Setup.
AC Reserved.
AD Issue Ready To Boot event for OS Boot.
AE Boot to Legacy OS.
AF Exit Boot Services.
B0 Runtime AP installation begins.
B1 Runtime AP installation ends.
B2 Legacy Option ROM initialization.
B3 System reset if needed.

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Code Description
B4 USB device hot plug-in.
B5 PCI device hot plug.
B6 Clean-up of NVRAM.
B7 Reconfigure NVRAM settings.
B8~BF Reserved.
C0~CF Reserved.

S3 Resume
Code Description
E0 S3 Resume is started (called from DXE IPL).
E1 Fill boot script data for S3 resume.
E2 Initializes VGA for S3 resume.
E3 OS S3 wake vector call.

Recovery
Code Description
F0 Recovery mode will be triggered due to invalid firmware volume detection.
F1 Recovery mode will be triggered by user decision.
F2 Recovery is started.
F3 Recovery firmware image is found.
F4 Recovery firmware image is loaded.
F5~F7 Reserved for future AMI progress codes.

Error
Code Description
50~55 Memory initialization error occurs.
56 Invalid CPU type or speed.
57 CPU mismatch.
58 CPU self test failed or possible CPU cache error.
59 CPU micro-code is not found or micro-code update is failed.
5A Internal CPU error.
5B Reset PPI is failed.
5C~5F Reserved.
D0 CPU initialization error.
D1 IOH initialization error.

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Code Description
D2 PCH initialization error.
D3 Some of the Architectural Protocols are not available.
D4 PCI resource allocation error. Out of Resources.
D5 No Space for Legacy Option ROM initialization.
D6 No Console Output Devices are found.
D7 No Console Input Devices are found.
D8 It is an invalid password.
D9~DA Can't load Boot Option.
DB Flash update is failed.
DC Reset protocol is failed.
DE~DF Reserved.
E8 S3 resume is failed.
E9 S3 Resume PPI is not found.
EA S3 Resume Boot Script is invalid.
EB S3 OS Wake call is failed.
EC~EF Reserved.
F8 Recovery PPI is invalid.
<F9> Recovery capsule is not found.
FA Invalid recovery capsule.
FB~FF Reserved.

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Regulatory Statements
Regulatory Notices
This document must not be copied without our written permission, and the contents there of must not be imparted
to a third party nor be used for any unauthorized purpose.
Contravention will be prosecuted. We believe that the information contained herein was accurate in all respects
at the time of printing. GIGABYTE cannot, however, assume any responsibility for errors or omissions in this text.
Also note that the information in this document is subject to change without notice and should not be construed
as a commitment by GIGABYTE.

Our Commitment to Preserving the Environment

In addition to high-efficiency performance, all GIGABYTE motherboards fulfill European Union regulations
for RoHS (Restriction of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment) and WEEE
(Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) environmental directives, as well as most major worldwide safety
requirements. To prevent releases of harmful substances into the environment and to maximize the use of our
natural resources, GIGABYTE provides the following information on how you can responsibly recycle or reuse
most of the materials in your "end of life" product.

Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) Directive Statement

GIGABYTE products have not intended to add and safe from hazardous substances (Cd, Pb, Hg, Cr+6, PBDE
and PBB). The parts and components have been carefully selected to meet RoHS requirement. Moreover, we at
GIGABYTE are continuing our efforts to develop products that do not use internationally banned toxic chemicals.

Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive Statement

GIGABYTE will fulfill the national laws as interpreted from the 2002/96/EC WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic
Equipment) directive. The WEEE Directive specifies the treatment, collection, recycling and disposal of electric
and electronic devices and their components. Under the Directive, used equipment must be marked, collected
separately, and disposed of properly.

WEEE Symbol Statement

The symbol shown below is on the product or on its packaging, which indicates that this product
must not be disposed of with other waste. Instead, the device should be taken to the waste collection
centers for activation of the treatment, collection, recycling and disposal procedure. The separate
collection and recycling of your waste equipment at the time of disposal will help to conserve natural
resources and ensure that it is recycled in a manner that protects human health and the environment.
For more information about where you can drop off your waste equipment for recycling, please contact your
local government office, your household waste disposal service or where you purchased the product for details
of environmentally safe recycling.
ŠŠ When your electrical or electronic equipment is no longer useful to you, "take it back" to your local or regional
waste collection administration for recycling.
ŠŠ If you need further assistance in recycling, reusing in your "end of life" product, you may contact us at the
Customer Care number listed in your product's user's manual and we will be glad to help you with your effort.

Finally, we suggest that you practice other environmentally friendly actions by understanding and using the
energy-saving features of this product (where applicable), recycling the inner and outer packaging (including
shipping containers) this product was delivered in, and by disposing of or recycling used batteries properly.
With your help, we can reduce the amount of natural resources needed to produce electrical and electronic
equipment, minimize the use of landfills for the disposal of "end of life" products, and generally improve our
quality of life by ensuring that potentially hazardous substances are not released into the environment and are
disposed of properly.

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FCC Notice (U.S.A. Only)
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part
15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference
in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment
off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
ŠŠ Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
ŠŠ Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
ŠŠ Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
ŠŠ Consult a dealer or experienced TV/radio technician for help.

Canada, Industry Canada (IC) Notices / Canada, avis d'Industry Canada (IC)
ŠŠ This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003 and RSS-210.
ŠŠ Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this
device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
ŠŠ Cet appareil numérique de classe B est conforme aux normes canadiennes ICES-003 et RSS-210.
ŠŠ Son fonctionnement est soumis aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) cet appareil ne doit pas causer
d'interférence et (2) cet appareil doit accepter toute interférence, notamment les interférences qui peuvent
affecter son fonctionnement.

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