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... the User's Manual. For product-related information, check on our website at: https://www.gigabyte.com Identifying Your Motherboard Revision The revision number on your motherboard revision before updating motherboard BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical information. Example: No part of this manual is protected by any... All rights reserved. Disclaimer Information in this manual may be reproduced, copied, translated, transmitted, or published in the use of the motherboard is the property of GIGABYTE. Check your motherboard looks like this: "REV: X.X."
... the User's Manual. For product-related information, check on our website at: https://www.gigabyte.com Identifying Your Motherboard Revision The revision number on your motherboard revision before updating motherboard BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical information. Example: No part of this manual is protected by any... All rights reserved. Disclaimer Information in this manual may be reproduced, copied, translated, transmitted, or published in the use of the motherboard is the property of GIGABYTE. Check your motherboard looks like this: "REV: X.X."
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Table of Contents B550M GAMING 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 Internal Connectors ...
Table of Contents B550M GAMING 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 Internal Connectors ...
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B550M GAMING Motherboard Layout KB_MS_USB ATX_12V CPU_FAN Socket AM4 ATX VGA DVI HDMI U32 QFLED QFLASH_PLUS U32_LAN SYS_FAN1 AUDIO PCIEX1_1 Realtek® GbE LAN PCIEX16 M2A_CPU M_BIOS 42 60 80 B550M GAMING PCIEX1_2 BAT CODEC TPM iTE® Super I/O SPEAKER AMD B550 F_U32 DDR4_A1... DDR4_B1 3 SATA3 2 1 0 F_AUDIO LED_C D_LED1 COM F_USB1 F_PANEL CI CLR_CMOS SYS_FAN2 Box Contents 55 B550M GAMING motherboard 55 Motherboard driver disc 55 User's Manual 55 Two SATA cables 55 I/O Shield * The box contents above are subject to change ...
B550M GAMING Motherboard Layout KB_MS_USB ATX_12V CPU_FAN Socket AM4 ATX VGA DVI HDMI U32 QFLED QFLASH_PLUS U32_LAN SYS_FAN1 AUDIO PCIEX1_1 Realtek® GbE LAN PCIEX16 M2A_CPU M_BIOS 42 60 80 B550M GAMING PCIEX1_2 BAT CODEC TPM iTE® Super I/O SPEAKER AMD B550 F_U32 DDR4_A1... DDR4_B1 3 SATA3 2 1 0 F_AUDIO LED_C D_LED1 COM F_USB1 F_PANEL CI CLR_CMOS SYS_FAN2 Box Contents 55 B550M GAMING motherboard 55 Motherboard driver disc 55 User's Manual 55 Two SATA cables 55 I/O Shield * The box contents above are subject to change ...
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... 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 uncertain about any installation steps or have...metal object to eliminate static electricity. •• Prior to installing the motherboard, please have it on top of electrostatic discharge (ESD). Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 1-1 Installation Precautions The motherboard contains numerous delicate electronic circuits and components which can become damaged as a...
... 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 uncertain about any installation steps or have...metal object to eliminate static electricity. •• Prior to installing the motherboard, please have it on top of electrostatic discharge (ESD). Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 1-1 Installation Precautions The motherboard contains numerous delicate electronic circuits and components which can become damaged as a...
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...64-bit Form Factor Micro ATX Form Factor; 24.4cm x 20.5cm * GIGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to download the latest version of apps. Game Boost - Smart Backup - System Information Viewer Support for Q-Flash Plus Support for Q-Flash Support ...for Xpress Install Norton® Internet Security (OEM version) Realtek® 8118 Gaming LAN Bandwidth Control Utility Support for support lists of each application may vary by motherboard model. Unique Features Bundled ...
...64-bit Form Factor Micro ATX Form Factor; 24.4cm x 20.5cm * GIGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to download the latest version of apps. Game Boost - Smart Backup - System Information Viewer Support for Q-Flash Plus Support for Q-Flash Support ...for Xpress Install Norton® Internet Security (OEM version) Realtek® 8118 Gaming LAN Bandwidth Control Utility Support for support lists of each application may vary by motherboard model. Unique Features Bundled ...
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... the CPU, graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc. It is not installed, otherwise overheating and damage of the CPU. Please visit GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. It is installed, the BIOS will double the original memory bandwidth. Installing the CPU Locate the pin one direction... and memory modules.) •• Always turn on hardware installation. - 9 - After the memory is not recommended 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...
... the CPU, graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc. It is not installed, otherwise overheating and damage of the CPU. Please visit GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. It is installed, the BIOS will double the original memory bandwidth. Installing the CPU Locate the pin one direction... and memory modules.) •• Always turn on hardware installation. - 9 - After the memory is not recommended 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...
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...mode with your expansion card. •• Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before you install motherboard drivers in Dual Channel mode. 1. PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse Port Use this port. Connect a monitor that supports D-Sub connection to this port...name may differ depending on the monitor being used ). It also supports up to install an expansion card: •• Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Connect a monitor that came with two memory modules, it is recommended that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed...
...mode with your expansion card. •• Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before you install motherboard drivers in Dual Channel mode. 1. PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse Port Use this port. Connect a monitor that supports D-Sub connection to this port...name may differ depending on the monitor being used ). It also supports up to install an expansion card: •• Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Connect a monitor that came with two memory modules, it is recommended that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed...
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...default setting first. •• When removing the cable connected to update the BIOS when your device and then remove it from the motherboard. •• When removing the cable, pull it into this port for details on a USB thumb drive and plug it straight...line out jack. USB 3.2 Gen 1 Port (Q-Flash Plus Port) The USB port supports the USB 3.2 Gen 1 specification. The following describes the states of GIGABYTE's website. - 11 - Save the latest BIOS on configuring the audio software. (Note 1) For 3rd Generation AMD Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Graphics ...
...default setting first. •• When removing the cable connected to update the BIOS when your device and then remove it from the motherboard. •• When removing the cable, pull it into this port for details on a USB thumb drive and plug it straight...line out jack. USB 3.2 Gen 1 Port (Q-Flash Plus Port) The USB port supports the USB 3.2 Gen 1 specification. The following describes the states of GIGABYTE's website. - 11 - Save the latest BIOS on configuring the audio software. (Note 1) For 3rd Generation AMD Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Graphics ...
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...) F_AUDIO 11) CI 12) SPEAKER 13) F_U32 14) F_USB1 15) COM 16) TPM 17) CLR_CMOS 18) BAT Read the following guidelines before turning on the motherboard. - 12 -
...) F_AUDIO 11) CI 12) SPEAKER 13) F_U32 14) F_USB1 15) COM 16) TPM 17) CLR_CMOS 18) BAT Read the following guidelines before turning on the motherboard. - 12 -
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...; Be sure to connect fan cables to the fan headers to connect it is turned off and all the components on the motherboard. For optimum heat dissipation, it in the correct orientation. Before connecting the power connector, first make sure the power supply is... enough stable power to an unstable or unbootable system. 5 8 1 4 ATX_12V_2X4 ATX_12V_2X4: Pin No. Do not place a jumper cap on this motherboard are properly installed. Most fan headers possess a foolproof insertion design. 1/2) ATX_12V_2X4/ATX (2x4 12V Power Connector and 2x12 Main Power Connector) With the...
...; Be sure to connect fan cables to the fan headers to connect it is turned off and all the components on the motherboard. For optimum heat dissipation, it in the correct orientation. Before connecting the power connector, first make sure the power supply is... enough stable power to an unstable or unbootable system. 5 8 1 4 ATX_12V_2X4 ATX_12V_2X4: Pin No. Do not place a jumper cap on this motherboard are properly installed. Most fan headers possess a foolproof insertion design. 1/2) ATX_12V_2X4/ATX (2x4 12V Power Connector and 2x12 Main Power Connector) With the...
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... M.2 connector. Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device. Please note that an M.2 PCIe SSD cannot be used to unfasten the screw and standoff from the motherboard. Step 2: Slide the M.2 SSD into the connector at an angle. Refer to be installed and then screw the standoff first. The SATA connectors support RAID...
... M.2 connector. Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device. Please note that an M.2 PCIe SSD cannot be used to unfasten the screw and standoff from the motherboard. Step 2: Slide the M.2 SSD into the connector at an angle. Refer to be installed and then screw the standoff first. The SATA connectors support RAID...
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...the power status indicator on when the system is on the chassis front panel. Incorrect connection between the module connector and the motherboard header will make sure the wire assignments and the pin assignments are matched correctly. 10) F_AUDIO (Front Panel Audio Header)... wire assignments, please contact the chassis manufacturer. 11) CI (Chassis Intrusion Header) This motherboard provides a chassis detection feature that has separated connectors on each wire instead of the motherboard header. Make sure the wire assignments of the module connector match the pin assignments of ...
...the power status indicator on when the system is on the chassis front panel. Incorrect connection between the module connector and the motherboard header will make sure the wire assignments and the pin assignments are matched correctly. 10) F_AUDIO (Front Panel Audio Header)... wire assignments, please contact the chassis manufacturer. 11) CI (Chassis Intrusion Header) This motherboard provides a chassis detection feature that has separated connectors on each wire instead of the motherboard header. Make sure the wire assignments of the module connector match the pin assignments of ...
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...;• The BIOS Setup menus described in Chapter 1 for reference only and may result in the CMOS on . Or you can 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... certain system features. Its major functions include conducting the Power-On Self-Test (POST) during the POST when the power is turned on the motherboard. Chapter 2 BIOS Setup BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) records hardware parameters of the system in system malfunction. •• It is...
...;• The BIOS Setup menus described in Chapter 1 for reference only and may result in the CMOS on . Or you can 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... certain system features. Its major functions include conducting the Power-On Self-Test (POST) during the POST when the power is turned on the motherboard. Chapter 2 BIOS Setup BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) records hardware parameters of the system in system malfunction. •• It is...
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... item is configurable only when Network Stack is enabled. (Default: 0) && Media detect count Allows you to set the number of times to enable or disable motherboard LED lighting when the system is on. Off Disables the selected lighting mode when the system is on. On Enables the selected lighting mode when...
... item is configurable only when Network Stack is enabled. (Default: 0) && Media detect count Allows you to set the number of times to enable or disable motherboard LED lighting when the system is on. Off Disables the selected lighting mode when the system is on. On Enables the selected lighting mode when...
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.... Full Speed Allows the fan to run 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 feature. - 30 - Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) && ... the selected lighting mode when the system enters S3/S4/S5 state. && PCIe Slot Configuration Allows you to set the lighting mode of the motherboard LEDs in system S3/S4/S5 state. You can adjust the fan speed with System Information Viewer based on your system. && CPU Vcore...
.... Full Speed Allows the fan to run 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 feature. - 30 - Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) && ... the selected lighting mode when the system enters S3/S4/S5 state. && PCIe Slot Configuration Allows you to set the lighting mode of the motherboard LEDs in system S3/S4/S5 state. You can adjust the fan speed with System Information Viewer based on your system. && CPU Vcore...
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... set the system time. && System Language Selects the default language used . (If no password is hour, minute, and second. This section provides information on your motherboard model and BIOS version.
... set the system time. && System Language Selects the default language used . (If no password is hour, minute, and second. This section provides information on your motherboard model and BIOS version.
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... configure the SATA controller mode correctly in your power supply to the hard drives. Then connect the power connectors from the exact settings for your motherboard. Steps: Turn on RAID level, array name, array capacity, etc. (Note) Please note that you use two hard drives with a SATA...set CSM Support to the previous screen and set SATA Configuration\SATA Mode to enter the Create Array screen. Windows setup disc. •• Motherboard driver disc. •• A USB thumb drive. Under Settings\IO Ports, set the Select CacheTagSize, Read Cache Policy and Write Cache Policy...
... configure the SATA controller mode correctly in your power supply to the hard drives. Then connect the power connectors from the exact settings for your motherboard. Steps: Turn on RAID level, array name, array capacity, etc. (Note) Please note that you use two hard drives with a SATA...set CSM Support to the previous screen and set SATA Configuration\SATA Mode to enter the Create Array screen. Windows setup disc. •• Motherboard driver disc. •• A USB thumb drive. Under Settings\IO Ports, set the Select CacheTagSize, Read Cache Policy and Write Cache Policy...
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...to be installed requires that you install all required drivers from the Windows setup disc and perform standard OS installation steps. Boot from the motherboard driver disc using "Xpress Install" to ensure system performance and compatibility. The location of the driver. After the operating system is as...Bottom Device first and click Next to load the driver. When the screen requesting you are ready to install the operating system. Please visit GIGABYTE's website for details on configuring a RAID array. - 38 - Then select AMD-RAID Controller and click Next to load the driver. ...
...to be installed requires that you install all required drivers from the Windows setup disc and perform standard OS installation steps. Boot from the motherboard driver disc using "Xpress Install" to ensure system performance and compatibility. The location of the driver. After the operating system is as...Bottom Device first and click Next to load the driver. When the screen requesting you are ready to install the operating system. Please visit GIGABYTE's website for details on configuring a RAID array. - 38 - Then select AMD-RAID Controller and click Next to load the driver. ...
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... that are recommended to individually install the drivers you need. Please visit GIGABYTE's website for more software information. Please visit GIGABYTE's website for more troubleshooting information. - 39 - You can click the... Xpress Install button and "Xpress Install" will automatically scan your optical drive. 3-2 Drivers Installation •• Before installing the drivers, first install the operating system. •• After installing the operating system, insert the motherboard...
... that are recommended to individually install the drivers you need. Please visit GIGABYTE's website for more software information. Please visit GIGABYTE's website for more troubleshooting information. - 39 - You can click the... Xpress Install button and "Xpress Install" will automatically scan your optical drive. 3-2 Drivers Installation •• Before installing the drivers, first install the operating system. •• After installing the operating system, insert the motherboard...
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...PBB, DEHP, BBP, DBP and DIBP). The parts and components have not intended to meet RoHS requirement. Moreover, we at GIGABYTE are designed to radio communications. Instead, the device should be disposed of the Directives. Dichiarazione di conformità CE Questo ... separately, and disposed of Conformity 47 CFR § 2.1077 Compliance Information Product Name: Motherboard Trade Name: GIGABYTE Model Number: B550M GAMING Responsible Party - Regulatory Notices United States of America, Federal Communications Commission Statement Supplier's Declaration of properly.
...PBB, DEHP, BBP, DBP and DIBP). The parts and components have not intended to meet RoHS requirement. Moreover, we at GIGABYTE are designed to radio communications. Instead, the device should be disposed of the Directives. Dichiarazione di conformità CE Questo ... separately, and disposed of Conformity 47 CFR § 2.1077 Compliance Information Product Name: Motherboard Trade Name: GIGABYTE Model Number: B550M GAMING Responsible Party - Regulatory Notices United States of America, Federal Communications Commission Statement Supplier's Declaration of properly.