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... without prior notice. 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. For example, "REV: 1.0" means...; For quick set-up of the motherboard is the property of this manual may be made by any form or by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. Disclaimer Information in this : "REV: X.X." No part of GIGABYTE. All rights reserved. The trademarks mentioned...
... without prior notice. 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. For example, "REV: 1.0" means...; For quick set-up of the motherboard is the property of this manual may be made by any form or by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. Disclaimer Information in this : "REV: X.X." No part of GIGABYTE. All rights reserved. The trademarks mentioned...
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Table of Contents B550 AORUS MASTER Motherboard Layout 4 B550 AORUS MASTER Motherboard Block Diagram 5 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 6 1-1 Installation Precautions 6 1-2 Product Specifications 7 1-3 Installing the CPU 11 1-4 Installing the Memory 11 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card 12 1-6 Back Panel Connectors ...
Table of Contents B550 AORUS MASTER Motherboard Layout 4 B550 AORUS MASTER Motherboard Block Diagram 5 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 6 1-1 Installation Precautions 6 1-2 Product Specifications 7 1-3 Installing the CPU 11 1-4 Installing the Memory 11 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card 12 1-6 Back Panel Connectors ...
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B550 AORUS MASTER Motherboard Layout USB20 M2_WIFI ATX_12V1 SYS_FAN1 USB_HDMI USB 2.0 Hub ATX_12V2 Socket AM4 CPU_OPT CPU_FAN D_LED2 LED_C2 NOISE_ SENSOR DB_PORT (Note) SYS_FAN4 SYS_FAN5_PUMP SYS_FAN2 U32G2_1 QFLED QFLASH_PLUS ... DRAM VGA BOOT 420 SATA3 5 3 1 iTE® Super I/O F_U32 TPM CLR_CMOS D_LED1 F_USB2 SYS_FAN3 F_PANEL Box Contents EC_TEMP2 F_USB1 SYS_FAN6_PUMP 55 B550 AORUS MASTER motherboard 55 Motherboard driver disc 55 One antenna 55 Four SATA cables 55 User's Manual 55 Two thermistor cables 55 Quick Installation Guide 55 One noise detection cable ...
B550 AORUS MASTER Motherboard Layout USB20 M2_WIFI ATX_12V1 SYS_FAN1 USB_HDMI USB 2.0 Hub ATX_12V2 Socket AM4 CPU_OPT CPU_FAN D_LED2 LED_C2 NOISE_ SENSOR DB_PORT (Note) SYS_FAN4 SYS_FAN5_PUMP SYS_FAN2 U32G2_1 QFLED QFLASH_PLUS ... DRAM VGA BOOT 420 SATA3 5 3 1 iTE® Super I/O F_U32 TPM CLR_CMOS D_LED1 F_USB2 SYS_FAN3 F_PANEL Box Contents EC_TEMP2 F_USB1 SYS_FAN6_PUMP 55 B550 AORUS MASTER motherboard 55 Motherboard driver disc 55 One antenna 55 Four SATA cables 55 User's Manual 55 Two thermistor cables 55 Quick Installation Guide 55 One noise detection cable ...
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B550 AORUS MASTER Motherboard Block Diagram 1 PCI Express x16 1 PCI Express x8 PCI Express 4.0/3.0 Bus x16 Switch 1 M.2 Socket 3 (M2A_CPU) 2 M.2 Socket 3 or (M2B_CPU/ M2C_CPU) HDMI CPU CLK+/- (100~500 MHz) ... Bus iTE® Super I/O PCIe 3.0 x4 CODEC Rear Speaker Out Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out MIC Line Out Line In S/PDIF Out 4 SATA 6Gb/s (SATA3 0~3) AMD B550 PCI Express 3.0 Bus M.2 WIFI Module x1 x4 x4 x1 Switch Realtek® 2.5GbE LAN or RJ45 2 SATA 6Gb/s LAN (SATA3 4/5) 1 USB Type-C™, USB 3.2 Gen...
B550 AORUS MASTER Motherboard Block Diagram 1 PCI Express x16 1 PCI Express x8 PCI Express 4.0/3.0 Bus x16 Switch 1 M.2 Socket 3 (M2A_CPU) 2 M.2 Socket 3 or (M2B_CPU/ M2C_CPU) HDMI CPU CLK+/- (100~500 MHz) ... Bus iTE® Super I/O PCIe 3.0 x4 CODEC Rear Speaker Out Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out MIC Line Out Line In S/PDIF Out 4 SATA 6Gb/s (SATA3 0~3) AMD B550 PCI Express 3.0 Bus M.2 WIFI Module x1 x4 x4 x1 Switch Realtek® 2.5GbE LAN or RJ45 2 SATA 6Gb/s LAN (SATA3 4/5) 1 USB Type-C™, USB 3.2 Gen...
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... to come in contact with its components. •• Make sure there are no leftover screws or metal components placed on the motherboard or within an electrostatic shielding container. •• Before connecting or unplugging the power supply cable from the power outlet before installing ... warranty validation. •• Always remove the AC power by your hardware components are connected. •• To prevent damage to the motherboard, do not have an ESD wrist strap, keep your hands dry and first touch a metal object to eliminate static electricity. ••...
... to come in contact with its components. •• Make sure there are no leftover screws or metal components placed on the motherboard or within an electrostatic shielding container. •• Before connecting or unplugging the power supply cable from the power outlet before installing ... warranty validation. •• Always remove the AC power by your hardware components are connected. •• To prevent damage to the motherboard, do not have an ESD wrist strap, keep your hands dry and first touch a metal object to eliminate static electricity. ••...
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... Water cooling flow rate detection Overheating warning Fan fail warning Fan speed control * Whether the fan (pump) speed control function is supported will depend on motherboard specifications. - @BIOS - Noise detection 2 x 256 Mbit flash Use of each application may vary by...
... Water cooling flow rate detection Overheating warning Fan fail warning Fan speed control * Whether the fan (pump) speed control function is supported will depend on motherboard specifications. - @BIOS - Noise detection 2 x 256 Mbit flash Use of each application may vary by...
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... Installing the Memory 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 ...in accordance with the CPU specifications. It is installed, the BIOS will double the original memory bandwidth. Dual Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides four memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. If you are divided into two channels and each channel has two memory ...
... Installing the Memory 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 ...in accordance with the CPU specifications. It is installed, the BIOS will double the original memory bandwidth. Dual Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides four memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. If you are divided into two channels and each channel has two memory ...
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... if only one memory module is HDCP 2.3 compliant and supports Dolby TrueHD and DTS HD Master Audio formats. Carefully read the following guidelines before you begin to connect your device and then remove it from the motherboard. •• When removing the cable, pull it straight out from the power outlet before... short inside the cable connector. - 12 - Dual Channel mode cannot be used . Use this port to install an expansion card: •• Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. You can use this port for better signal reception.
... if only one memory module is HDCP 2.3 compliant and supports Dolby TrueHD and DTS HD Master Audio formats. Carefully read the following guidelines before you begin to connect your device and then remove it from the motherboard. •• When removing the cable, pull it straight out from the power outlet before... short inside the cable connector. - 12 - Dual Channel mode cannot be used . Use this port to install an expansion card: •• Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. You can use this port for better signal reception.
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...) F_AUDIO 16) F_U32 17) F_USB1/F_USB2 18) TPM 19) CLR_CMOS 20) BAT 21) CPU/DRAM/VGA/BOOT Read the following guidelines before turning on the motherboard. - 15 - Unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the devices. •• After installing the device and before connecting external...
...) F_AUDIO 16) F_U32 17) F_USB1/F_USB2 18) TPM 19) CLR_CMOS 20) BAT 21) CPU/DRAM/VGA/BOOT Read the following guidelines before turning on the motherboard. - 15 - Unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the devices. •• After installing the device and before connecting external...
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..., the result can supply enough stable power to all devices are properly installed. If a power supply is turned off and all the components on the motherboard. Before connecting the power connector, first make sure the power supply is used (500W or greater). Connect the power supply cable to the CPU. To...
..., the result can supply enough stable power to all devices are properly installed. If a power supply is turned off and all the components on the motherboard. Before connecting the power connector, first make sure the power supply is used (500W or greater). Connect the power supply cable to the CPU. To...
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...). Overheating may result in the correct orientation (the black connector wire is 4-pin and possesses a foolproof insertion design. Do not place a jumper cap on this motherboard are not configuration jumper blocks. For optimum heat dissipation, it is recommended that a system fan be sure to connect it in damage to prevent your...
...). Overheating may result in the correct orientation (the black connector wire is 4-pin and possesses a foolproof insertion design. Do not place a jumper cap on this motherboard are not configuration jumper blocks. For optimum heat dissipation, it is recommended that a system fan be sure to connect it in damage to prevent your...
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...function requires a chassis with a chassis intrusion switch/sensor. •• NC: No connection. Incorrect connection between the module connector and the motherboard header will be heard if no problem is in S3/S4 sleep state 2 1 20 19 •• PW (Power Switch): or ...;• HD (Hard Drive Activity LED): Connects to the hard drive activity LED on the chassis front panel. A front panel module mainly consists of the motherboard header. Definition 9 1 1 MIC2_L 6 Sense U F_ F_ 2 GND 7 FAUDIO_JD 10 2 3 MIC2_R 4 NC 8 No Pin 9 LINE2_L 5 LINE2_R 10 Sense SS...
...function requires a chassis with a chassis intrusion switch/sensor. •• NC: No connection. Incorrect connection between the module connector and the motherboard header will be heard if no problem is in S3/S4 sleep state 2 1 20 19 •• PW (Power Switch): or ...;• HD (Hard Drive Activity LED): Connects to the hard drive activity LED on the chassis front panel. A front panel module mainly consists of the motherboard header. Definition 9 1 1 MIC2_L 6 Sense U F_ F_ 2 GND 7 FAUDIO_JD 10 2 3 MIC2_R 4 NC 8 No Pin 9 LINE2_L 5 LINE2_R 10 Sense SS...
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...described in this chapter or introductions of the system in system malfunction. •• It is turned off, the battery on the motherboard. 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 .... BIOS includes a BIOS Setup program that you can press the arrow keys on . Inadequate BIOS flashing may result in the CMOS on the motherboard supplies the necessary power to the CMOS to accept or enter a sub-menu. Function Keys There are for reference only and may result in ...
...described in this chapter or introductions of the system in system malfunction. •• It is turned off, the battery on the motherboard. 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 .... BIOS includes a BIOS Setup program that you can press the arrow keys on . Inadequate BIOS flashing may result in the CMOS on the motherboard supplies the necessary power to the CMOS to accept or enter a sub-menu. Function Keys There are for reference only and may result in ...
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...LAN configuration and related configuration options. Miscellaneous && LEDs in System Power On State Allows you 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 ...or clears the record of previous chassis intrusion status. (Default) Enabled Clears the record of the chassis intrusion detection device attached to the motherboard CI header. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) && 3DMark01 Enhancement Allows you install a CPU that supports ...
...LAN configuration and related configuration options. Miscellaneous && LEDs in System Power On State Allows you 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 ...or clears the record of previous chassis intrusion status. (Default) Enabled Clears the record of the chassis intrusion detection device attached to the motherboard CI header. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) && 3DMark01 Enhancement Allows you install a CPU that supports ...
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...:00. the User level only allows you to make changes to set the desired value. && Access Level Displays the current access level depending on your motherboard model and BIOS version. The date format is set, the default will display as Administrator.) The Administrator level allows you to access the Q-Flash utility...
...:00. the User level only allows you to make changes to set the desired value. && Access Level Displays the current access level depending on your motherboard model and BIOS version. The date format is set, the default will display as Administrator.) The Administrator level allows you to access the Q-Flash utility...
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...RAID mode to the Array Management screen. RAID levels supported include RAID 0, RAID 1, and RAID 10 (the selections available depend on the motherboard you 'll be brought back to Enabled.) The BIOS Setup menus described in system BIOS Setup. Next, use NVMe PCIe SSDs to configure...for your computer and press to RAID. Move to Create Array and press to Enabled. On the RAIDXpert2 Configuration Utility screen, press on your motherboard. After completing, you have and the BIOS version. Under Settings\IO Ports, set either with identical model and capacity). •• ...
...RAID mode to the Array Management screen. RAID levels supported include RAID 0, RAID 1, and RAID 10 (the selections available depend on the motherboard you 'll be brought back to Enabled.) The BIOS Setup menus described in system BIOS Setup. Next, use NVMe PCIe SSDs to configure...for your computer and press to RAID. Move to Create Array and press to Enabled. On the RAIDXpert2 Configuration Utility screen, press on your motherboard. After completing, you have and the BIOS version. Under Settings\IO Ports, set either with identical model and capacity). •• ...
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... 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. Installing the Operating System As...RAID driver during the Windows installation process. Select AMD-RAID Bottom Device first and click Next to your USB thumb drive. 2. Please visit GIGABYTE's website for details on configuring a RAID array. - 41 - Copy the Hw10 folder under the \BootDrv folder in the driver disc to...
... 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. Installing the Operating System As...RAID driver during the Windows installation process. Select AMD-RAID Bottom Device first and click Next to your USB thumb drive. 2. Please visit GIGABYTE's website for details on configuring a RAID array. - 41 - Copy the Hw10 folder under the \BootDrv folder in the driver disc to...
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..." will install all of the screen and select "Run Run.exe." (Or go to individually install the drivers you need. Please visit GIGABYTE's website for more troubleshooting information. - 42 - 3-2 Drivers Installation •• Before installing the drivers, first install the operating system.... •• After installing the operating system, insert the motherboard driver disc into your system and then list all of the selected drivers. Please visit GIGABYTE's website for more software information. You can click the Xpress Install button and ...
..." will install all of the screen and select "Run Run.exe." (Or go to individually install the drivers you need. Please visit GIGABYTE's website for more troubleshooting information. - 42 - 3-2 Drivers Installation •• Before installing the drivers, first install the operating system.... •• After installing the operating system, insert the motherboard driver disc into your system and then list all of the selected drivers. Please visit GIGABYTE's website for more software information. You can click the Xpress Install button and ...
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... caused by the party responsible for compliance of Conformity 47 CFR § 2.1077 Compliance Information Product Name: Motherboard Trade Name: GIGABYTE Model Number: B550 AORUS MASTER Responsible Party - Address: 17358 Railroad street, City Of Industry, CA91748 Tel.: 1-626-854-9338 Internet contact information: ...https://www.gigabyte.com FCC Compliance Statement: This device complies with Part 15 of 5.15 GHz to 5.25 GHz...
... caused by the party responsible for compliance of Conformity 47 CFR § 2.1077 Compliance Information Product Name: Motherboard Trade Name: GIGABYTE Model Number: B550 AORUS MASTER Responsible Party - Address: 17358 Railroad street, City Of Industry, CA91748 Tel.: 1-626-854-9338 Internet contact information: ...https://www.gigabyte.com FCC Compliance Statement: This device complies with Part 15 of 5.15 GHz to 5.25 GHz...