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... in any means without prior notice. No part of this manual are legally registered to the Quick Installation Guide on your motherboard revision before updating motherboard BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical information. https://download.gigabyte.com/FileList/Manual/mb_manual_installation-guide_103.pdf?m=sw For product-related information, check on our website at: https://www.gigabyte.com Identifying Your Motherboard Revision The revision number on...
... in any means without prior notice. No part of this manual are legally registered to the Quick Installation Guide on your motherboard revision before updating motherboard BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical information. https://download.gigabyte.com/FileList/Manual/mb_manual_installation-guide_103.pdf?m=sw For product-related information, check on our website at: https://www.gigabyte.com Identifying Your Motherboard Revision The revision number on...
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Table of Contents Chapter 1 Product Introduction 4 1-1 Motherboard Layout 4 1-2 Box Contents...5 Chapter 2 Hardware Installation 6 2-1 Installation Precautions 6 2-2 Product Specifications 7 2-3 Installing the CPU 10 2-4 Installing the Memory 11 2-5 Installing an Expansion Card 12 2-6 Back Panel Connectors 13 2-7 Internal Connectors 15 Chapter 3 BIOS Setup 24 Chapter 4 Installing the Operating System and Drivers 26 4-1 Operating System Installation 26 4-2 Drivers Installation 27 Chapter 5 Appendix...28 5-1 Configuring a RAID Set 28 Regulatory Notices...29 Contact Us...30 - 3 -
Table of Contents Chapter 1 Product Introduction 4 1-1 Motherboard Layout 4 1-2 Box Contents...5 Chapter 2 Hardware Installation 6 2-1 Installation Precautions 6 2-2 Product Specifications 7 2-3 Installing the CPU 10 2-4 Installing the Memory 11 2-5 Installing an Expansion Card 12 2-6 Back Panel Connectors 13 2-7 Internal Connectors 15 Chapter 3 BIOS Setup 24 Chapter 4 Installing the Operating System and Drivers 26 4-1 Operating System Installation 26 4-2 Drivers Installation 27 Chapter 5 Appendix...28 5-1 Configuring a RAID Set 28 Regulatory Notices...29 Contact Us...30 - 3 -
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... 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 remove or break motherboard S/N (Serial Number) sticker or warranty sticker provided by unplugging the power cord from the power outlet before installing or removing the motherboard...
... 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 remove or break motherboard S/N (Serial Number) sticker or warranty sticker provided by unplugging the power cord from the power outlet before installing or removing the motherboard...
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...Profile (XMP) memory modules (Go to "2-7 Internal Connectors," for the installation notices for the M.2 connector. - 4 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors RAID 0, RAID 1, and RAID 10 support for NVMe SSD storage devices RAID 0, RAID 1, and RAID 10 support for SATA storage devices (Note 1) Actual support may vary by CPU. (Note 2) Supports only M.2 SATA SSDs when using the audio software. To configure 7.1-channel audio, access the audio software for audio settings. 2-2 Product Specifications CPU AMD Socket AM4, support for: AMD Ryzen™ 5000 Series Processors/ AMD Ryzen™ 5000...
...Profile (XMP) memory modules (Go to "2-7 Internal Connectors," for the installation notices for the M.2 connector. - 4 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors RAID 0, RAID 1, and RAID 10 support for NVMe SSD storage devices RAID 0, RAID 1, and RAID 10 support for SATA storage devices (Note 1) Actual support may vary by CPU. (Note 2) Supports only M.2 SATA SSDs when using the audio software. To configure 7.1-channel audio, access the audio software for audio settings. 2-2 Product Specifications CPU AMD Socket AM4, support for: AMD Ryzen™ 5000 Series Processors/ AMD Ryzen™ 5000...
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... connector 1 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector 1 x CPU fan header 1 x system fan header 1 x M.2 Socket 3 connector 4 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors 1 x front panel header 1 x front panel audio header 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 header 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers 1 x Trusted Platform Module (TPM) header (2x6 pin, for the GC-TPM2.0_S module only) 1 x speaker header 1 x Clear CMOS jumper 1 x chassis intrusion header 1 x PS/2 keyboard port...
... connector 1 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector 1 x CPU fan header 1 x system fan header 1 x M.2 Socket 3 connector 4 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors 1 x front panel header 1 x front panel audio header 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 header 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers 1 x Trusted Platform Module (TPM) header (2x6 pin, for the GC-TPM2.0_S module only) 1 x speaker header 1 x Clear CMOS jumper 1 x chassis intrusion header 1 x PS/2 keyboard port...
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... motherboard model. Form Factor Micro ATX Form Factor; 24.4cm x 19.5cm * GIGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to download the latest version of CPU, memory modules, SSDs, and M.2 devices. System Information Viewer Support for Q-Flash Support for Xpress Install Norton® Internet Security (OEM version) LAN bandwidth management software Support for Windows 11 64-bit Support for Windows 10 64-bit Support for support lists of apps. Smart Backup - https://www.gigabyte.com/Support/Utility/Motherboard...
... motherboard model. Form Factor Micro ATX Form Factor; 24.4cm x 19.5cm * GIGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to download the latest version of CPU, memory modules, SSDs, and M.2 devices. System Information Viewer Support for Q-Flash Support for Xpress Install Norton® Internet Security (OEM version) LAN bandwidth management software Support for Windows 11 64-bit Support for Windows 10 64-bit Support for support lists of apps. Smart Backup - https://www.gigabyte.com/Support/Utility/Motherboard...
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... CPU into the CPU socket before the CPU socket locking lever is not installed, otherwise overheating and damage of the CPU may occur. && Please visit GIGABYTE's website for details on hardware installation. http://www.gigabyte.com/WebPage/210/quick-guide.html?m=sw - 10 - Installing the CPU Completely lift up , or damage to your hardware specifications including the CPU, graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc. The CPU cannot be set the frequency beyond hardware specifications...
... CPU into the CPU socket before the CPU socket locking lever is not installed, otherwise overheating and damage of the CPU may occur. && Please visit GIGABYTE's website for details on hardware installation. http://www.gigabyte.com/WebPage/210/quick-guide.html?m=sw - 10 - Installing the CPU Completely lift up , or damage to your hardware specifications including the CPU, graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc. The CPU cannot be set the frequency beyond hardware specifications...
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... - Dual Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides two memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. After the memory is installed. 2. Enabling Dual Channel memory mode will automatically detect the specifications and capacity of the memory. 2-4 Installing the Memory Read the following guidelines before installing the memory in Dual Channel mode. 1. If you install it is recommended that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used . When enabling Dual Channel mode with two memory modules, it in only one memory module is installed, the BIOS...
... - Dual Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides two memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. After the memory is installed. 2. Enabling Dual Channel memory mode will automatically detect the specifications and capacity of the memory. 2-4 Installing the Memory Read the following guidelines before installing the memory in Dual Channel mode. 1. If you install it is recommended that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used . When enabling Dual Channel mode with two memory modules, it in only one memory module is installed, the BIOS...
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... your card. Turn on the card until it is fully seated in the expansion slot. 1. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to make any required BIOS changes for your computer. Make sure that supports your operating system. Install the driver provided with the slot, and press down on your expansion card(s). 7. Align the card with the expansion card in the slot. 3. After installing all expansion cards, replace the chassis cover(s). 6. Remove...
... your card. Turn on the card until it is fully seated in the expansion slot. 1. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to make any required BIOS changes for your computer. Make sure that supports your operating system. Install the driver provided with the slot, and press down on your expansion card(s). 7. Align the card with the expansion card in the slot. 3. After installing all expansion cards, replace the chassis cover(s). 6. Remove...
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The maximum supported resolution is occurring USB 2.0/1.1 Port The USB port supports the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. After installing the HDMI device, make sure to set the default sound playback device to prevent an electrical short inside the cable connector. - 13 - Use this port for USB devices. Speed LED Activity LED LAN Port Speed LED: State Orange Green Off Description 1 Gbps data rate 100 Mbps data rate 10 Mbps data rate Activity LED: State Description Blinking Data transmission or receiving is occurring Off...
The maximum supported resolution is occurring USB 2.0/1.1 Port The USB port supports the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. After installing the HDMI device, make sure to set the default sound playback device to prevent an electrical short inside the cable connector. - 13 - Use this port for USB devices. Speed LED Activity LED LAN Port Speed LED: State Orange Green Off Description 1 Gbps data rate 100 Mbps data rate 10 Mbps data rate Activity LED: State Description Blinking Data transmission or receiving is occurring Off...
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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. Audio Jack Configurations: Jack Line In/Rear Speaker Out Headphone/ 2-channel Line Out/Front Speaker Out a Mic In/Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out Front Panel Line Out/Side Speaker Out 4-channel a a 5.1-channel a a a 7.1-channel a a a a You can change the functionality of an audio jack using the audio software. https://www.gigabyte.com/WebPage/697/realtek897-audio.html - 14 -
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. Audio Jack Configurations: Jack Line In/Rear Speaker Out Headphone/ 2-channel Line Out/Front Speaker Out a Mic In/Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out Front Panel Line Out/Side Speaker Out 4-channel a a 5.1-channel a a a 7.1-channel a a a a You can change the functionality of an audio jack using the audio software. https://www.gigabyte.com/WebPage/697/realtek897-audio.html - 14 -
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... connector wire is recommended that a system fan be installed inside the chassis. 1 CPU_FAN 1 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 Definition GND Voltage Speed Control Sense PWM Speed Control SYS_FAN1 •• Be sure to connect fan cables to the fan headers to prevent your CPU and system from overheating. The motherboard supports CPU fan speed control, which requires the use of GIGABYTE's website for instructions on configuring a RAID array. Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device. The SATA connectors support RAID 0, RAID 1, and RAID 10. 3/4) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN1 (Fan Headers) All fan...
... connector wire is recommended that a system fan be installed inside the chassis. 1 CPU_FAN 1 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 Definition GND Voltage Speed Control Sense PWM Speed Control SYS_FAN1 •• Be sure to connect fan cables to the fan headers to prevent your CPU and system from overheating. The motherboard supports CPU fan speed control, which requires the use of GIGABYTE's website for instructions on configuring a RAID array. Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device. The SATA connectors support RAID 0, RAID 1, and RAID 10. 3/4) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN1 (Fan Headers) All fan...
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... - Be sure to use. Type of M.2 SSDs is supported by pressing the clip's tab into the connector at an angle. Please navigate to correctly install an M.2 SSD in the M.2 connector. Step 1: Locate the proper mounting hole for the M.2 SSD to be used to create a RAID set either with Radeon™ Vega Graphics Processors Refer to the following table for instructions on configuring a RAID array. 110...
... - Be sure to use. Type of M.2 SSDs is supported by pressing the clip's tab into the connector at an angle. Please navigate to correctly install an M.2 SSD in the M.2 connector. Step 1: Locate the proper mounting hole for the M.2 SSD to be used to create a RAID set either with Radeon™ Vega Graphics Processors Refer to the following table for instructions on configuring a RAID array. 110...
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Power LED Power Switch PLED+ PLED- You may differ by chassis. A front panel module mainly consists of GIGABYTE's website for more information). •• HD (Hard Drive Activity LED): Connects to the hard drive activity LED on the chassis to the reset switch on when the system is operating. When connecting your system using the power switch (please visit the "BIOS Setup," "Power," webpage of power switch, reset switch, power LED, hard drive activity LED and etc. 7) F_PANEL (Front Panel Header) Connect the power switch, reset switch, and system status indicator on...
Power LED Power Switch PLED+ PLED- You may differ by chassis. A front panel module mainly consists of GIGABYTE's website for more information). •• HD (Hard Drive Activity LED): Connects to the hard drive activity LED on the chassis to the reset switch on when the system is operating. When connecting your system using the power switch (please visit the "BIOS Setup," "Power," webpage of power switch, reset switch, power LED, hard drive activity LED and etc. 7) F_PANEL (Front Panel Header) Connect the power switch, reset switch, and system status indicator on...
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... - You may connect your chassis front panel audio module to the speaker on each wire instead of the motherboard header. Make sure the wire assignments of the module connector match the pin assignments of a single plug. Incorrect connection between the module connector and the motherboard header will be heard if no problem is detected at system startup. Pin No. One single short beep will make the device unable to work or even...
... - You may connect your chassis front panel audio module to the speaker on each wire instead of the motherboard header. Make sure the wire assignments of the module connector match the pin assignments of a single plug. Incorrect connection between the module connector and the motherboard header will be heard if no problem is detected at system startup. Pin No. One single short beep will make the device unable to work or even...
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... Pin NC S_ B SS S SF 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 front panel. 11) F_USB1/F_USB2 (USB 2.0/1.1 Headers) The headers conform to USB 3.2 Gen 1 and USB 2.0 specification and can provide two USB ports via an optional USB bracket. Each USB header can provide two USB ports. 10) F_USB30 (USB 3.2 Gen 1 Header) The header...
... Pin NC S_ B SS S SF 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 front panel. 11) F_USB1/F_USB2 (USB 2.0/1.1 Headers) The headers conform to USB 3.2 Gen 1 and USB 2.0 specification and can provide two USB ports via an optional USB bracket. Each USB header can provide two USB ports. 10) F_USB30 (USB 3.2 Gen 1 Header) The header...
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... Header) This motherboard provides a chassis detection feature that detects if the chassis cover has been removed. Pin No. This function requires a chassis with chassis intrusion detection design. 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...
... Header) This motherboard provides a chassis detection feature that detects if the chassis cover has been removed. Pin No. This function requires a chassis with chassis intrusion detection design. 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...
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... to) to boot. For instructions on the motherboard. To flash the BIOS, do not encounter problems using the Q-Flash and @BIOS utilities, please navigate to quickly and easily upgrade or back up BIOS without entering the operating system. •• @BIOS is recommended that searches and downloads the latest version of GIGABYTE's website and search for "Load Optimized Defaults" for details on . To access the BIOS Setup program, press the key during system...
... to) to boot. For instructions on the motherboard. To flash the BIOS, do not encounter problems using the Q-Flash and @BIOS utilities, please navigate to quickly and easily upgrade or back up BIOS without entering the operating system. •• @BIOS is recommended that searches and downloads the latest version of GIGABYTE's website and search for "Load Optimized Defaults" for details on . To access the BIOS Setup program, press the key during system...
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... the motherboard model's web page, download the AMD RAID Preinstall Driver file on the Support\Download\SATA RAID/AHCI page, unzip the file and copy the files to your USB thumb drive. If the operating system to be installed requires that you install all required drivers from the Windows setup disc and perform standard OS installation steps. Step 2: Boot from the GIGABYTE APP Center to the location of the driver. Finally, continue the OS installation. - 26 - Chapter 4 Installing...
... the motherboard model's web page, download the AMD RAID Preinstall Driver file on the Support\Download\SATA RAID/AHCI page, unzip the file and copy the files to your USB thumb drive. If the operating system to be installed requires that you install all required drivers from the Windows setup disc and perform standard OS installation steps. Step 2: Boot from the GIGABYTE APP Center to the location of the driver. Finally, continue the OS installation. - 26 - Chapter 4 Installing...
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Before the installation, make sure Settings\IO Ports\APP Center Download & Install Configuration\APP Center Download & Install is connected to download and install the drivers and GIGABYTE applications via APP Center. https://www.gigabyte.com/WebPage/320/am4-app-center.html?m=sw && Please visit GIGABYTE's website for more troubleshooting information. 4-2 Drivers Installation After you install the operating system, a dialog box will appear on the bottom-right corner of the desktop asking...
Before the installation, make sure Settings\IO Ports\APP Center Download & Install Configuration\APP Center Download & Install is connected to download and install the drivers and GIGABYTE applications via APP Center. https://www.gigabyte.com/WebPage/320/am4-app-center.html?m=sw && Please visit GIGABYTE's website for more troubleshooting information. 4-2 Drivers Installation After you install the operating system, a dialog box will appear on the bottom-right corner of the desktop asking...