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... updating motherboard BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical information. Motherboard GA-AB350-Gaming Motherboard GA-AB350-Gaming Feb. 10, 2017 Feb. 10, 2017 Copyright © 2017 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. The trademarks mentioned in this manual are legally registered to assist in this : "REV: X.X." For example, "REV: 1.0" means the revision of the motherboard is protected by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. For quick set...
... updating motherboard BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical information. Motherboard GA-AB350-Gaming Motherboard GA-AB350-Gaming Feb. 10, 2017 Feb. 10, 2017 Copyright © 2017 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. The trademarks mentioned in this manual are legally registered to assist in this : "REV: X.X." For example, "REV: 1.0" means the revision of the motherboard is protected by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. For quick set...
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Table of Contents GA-AB350-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 12 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 20 2-1 Startup Screen 20 2-2 M.I.T...21 2-3 System...25 2-4 BIOS...26 2-5 Peripherals...29 2-6 Chipset...31 2-7 Power...32 2-8 Save & Exit...34 Chapter 3 Appendix...35 3-1 Configuring a RAID Set 35 3-2 Drivers Installation 37 Regulatory Statements 38 Contact Us...40 - 3 ...
Table of Contents GA-AB350-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 12 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 20 2-1 Startup Screen 20 2-2 M.I.T...21 2-3 System...25 2-4 BIOS...26 2-5 Peripherals...29 2-6 Chipset...31 2-7 Power...32 2-8 Save & Exit...34 Chapter 3 Appendix...35 3-1 Configuring a RAID Set 35 3-2 Drivers Installation 37 Regulatory Statements 38 Contact Us...40 - 3 ...
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...list.) Chipset AMD B350 Memory Onboard Graphics Audio 4 x DDR4 DIMM sockets supporting up to "1-7 Internal Connectors," for the installation notices for the M.2 and SATA connectors. (Note) Actual support may vary by adapter. - 1 x HDMI port, supporting a maximum resolution of the PCIEX1_2 and PCIEX1_3 slots are empty. 3 x PCI Express x1 slots (The PCIEX4 and PCI Express x1 slots conform to PCI Express 2.0 standard.) 1 x M.2 connector (Socket 3, M key, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 SATA and PCIe x4 (Note)/x2 SSD support) 6 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors Support for RAID...
...list.) Chipset AMD B350 Memory Onboard Graphics Audio 4 x DDR4 DIMM sockets supporting up to "1-7 Internal Connectors," for the installation notices for the M.2 and SATA connectors. (Note) Actual support may vary by adapter. - 1 x HDMI port, supporting a maximum resolution of the PCIEX1_2 and PCIEX1_3 slots are empty. 3 x PCI Express x1 slots (The PCIEX4 and PCI Express x1 slots conform to PCI Express 2.0 standard.) 1 x M.2 connector (Socket 3, M key, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 SATA and PCIe x4 (Note)/x2 SSD support) 6 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors Support for RAID...
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...x 24-pin ATX main power connector 1 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector 1 x M.2 Socket 3 connector 6 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors 1 x CPU fan header 2 x system fan headers 1 x system fan/water cooling pump header 1 x front panel header 1 x front panel audio header 1 x S/PDIF Out header 1 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 header 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers 1 x serial port header 1 x Trusted Platform Module (TPM) header 1 x Clear CMOS jumper ...
...x 24-pin ATX main power connector 1 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector 1 x M.2 Socket 3 connector 6 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors 1 x CPU fan header 2 x system fan headers 1 x system fan/water cooling pump header 1 x front panel header 1 x front panel audio header 1 x S/PDIF Out header 1 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 header 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers 1 x serial port header 1 x Trusted Platform Module (TPM) header 1 x Clear CMOS jumper ...
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... each application may vary by motherboard model. Ambient LED - ON/OFF Charge - Smart TimeLock - Form Factor ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 22.5cm * GIGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to download the latest version of CPU, memory modules, SSDs, and M.2 devices.. - 8 - EasyTune - Fast Boot - BIOS Setup - Please visit the Support\Utility List page on motherboard specifications. - @BIOS - 3D OSD - Smart Keyboard - System Information Viewer - Game Boost - Unique Features ...
... each application may vary by motherboard model. Ambient LED - ON/OFF Charge - Smart TimeLock - Form Factor ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 22.5cm * GIGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to download the latest version of CPU, memory modules, SSDs, and M.2 devices.. - 8 - EasyTune - Fast Boot - BIOS Setup - Please visit the Support\Utility List page on motherboard specifications. - @BIOS - 3D OSD - Smart Keyboard - System Information Viewer - Game Boost - Unique Features ...
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... memory sockets as following guidelines before installing the CPU to your hardware specifications including the CPU, graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc. A memory module can be used. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) •• Always turn on hardware installation. - 9 - After the memory is installed, the BIOS will double the original memory bandwidth. A Small Triangle Marking Denotes Pin One of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be installed in accordance with the CPU specifications. Enabling Dual Channel memory mode...
... memory sockets as following guidelines before installing the CPU to your hardware specifications including the CPU, graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc. A memory module can be used. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) •• Always turn on hardware installation. - 9 - After the memory is installed, the BIOS will double the original memory bandwidth. A Small Triangle Marking Denotes Pin One of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be installed in accordance with the CPU specifications. Enabling Dual Channel memory mode...
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... supported depend on the monitor being used ). PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse Port Use this port to 192 KHz/24bit 8-channel LPCM audio output. After installing the HDMI device, make sure to set the default sound playback device to prevent hardware damage. 1-6 Back Panel Connectors USB 2.0/1.1 Port The USB port supports the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. When enabling Dual Channel mode with your expansion card. •• Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing the memory in the same colored sockets. Dual Channel mode...
... supported depend on the monitor being used ). PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse Port Use this port to 192 KHz/24bit 8-channel LPCM audio output. After installing the HDMI device, make sure to set the default sound playback device to prevent hardware damage. 1-6 Back Panel Connectors USB 2.0/1.1 Port The USB port supports the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. When enabling Dual Channel mode with your expansion card. •• Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing the memory in the same colored sockets. Dual Channel mode...
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... use of a fan with fan speed control design. The 12V power connector mainly supplies power to the power connector in the correct orientation. When connecting a fan cable, be installed inside the chassis. 1 CPU_FAN 1 SYS_FAN1 1 SYS_FAN2 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 Definition GND Voltage Speed Control Sense PWM Speed Control •• Be sure to connect fan cables to the fan headers to prevent your CPU and system from overheating. To meet expansion requirements, it is turned off and all the components on the motherboard...
... use of a fan with fan speed control design. The 12V power connector mainly supplies power to the power connector in the correct orientation. When connecting a fan cable, be installed inside the chassis. 1 CPU_FAN 1 SYS_FAN1 1 SYS_FAN2 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 Definition GND Voltage Speed Control Sense PWM Speed Control •• Be sure to connect fan cables to the fan headers to prevent your CPU and system from overheating. To meet expansion requirements, it is turned off and all the components on the motherboard...
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... (Chassis Intrusion Header, Gray): Connects to certain expansion cards like graphics cards and sound cards. Note the positive and negative pins before connecting the cables. One single short beep will be heard if no problem is operating. 9) 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 the HDMI display at system startup. •• HD (Hard Drive Activity LED, Blue): Connects to...
... (Chassis Intrusion Header, Gray): Connects to certain expansion cards like graphics cards and sound cards. Note the positive and negative pins before connecting the cables. One single short beep will be heard if no problem is operating. 9) 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 the HDMI display at system startup. •• HD (Hard Drive Activity LED, Blue): Connects to...
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... module connector and the motherboard header will be accurate or may clear the CMOS values by removing the battery: 1. For HD Front Panel Audio: For AC'97 Front Panel Audio: Pin No. SF _ B_ S _S _ _ _B - 17 - You may connect your computer and unplug the power cord. 2. audio module that has separated connectors on each wire idnisffteeraedntowf airesiansgsleigpnlmuge_.SnFtso,r information about the battery model. •• When installing the battery, note...
... module connector and the motherboard header will be accurate or may clear the CMOS values by removing the battery: 1. For HD Front Panel Audio: For AC'97 Front Panel Audio: Pin No. SF _ B_ S _S _ _ _B - 17 - You may connect your computer and unplug the power cord. 2. audio module that has separated connectors on each wire idnisffteeraedntowf airesiansgsleigpnlmuge_.SnFtso,r information about the battery model. •• When installing the battery, note...
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... Short: Clear1 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 the USB bracket. Each USB header can provide two USB ports. Definition 1 Power (5V) 6 USB DY+ 9 1 10 2 2 Power (5V) 3 USB DX- 7 GND 8 GND 4 USB DY- 9 No Pin 5 USB DX...
... Short: Clear1 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 the USB bracket. Each USB header can provide two USB ports. Definition 1 Power (5V) 6 USB DY+ 9 1 10 2 2 Power (5V) 3 USB DX- 7 GND 8 GND 4 USB DY- 9 No Pin 5 USB DX...
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... problems using the current version of BIOS, it with caution. The Classic Setup mode provides detailed BIOS settings. In Easy Mode, 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. •• @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...
... problems using the current version of BIOS, it with caution. The Classic Setup mode provides detailed BIOS settings. In Easy Mode, 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. •• @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...
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... BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) (Note) This item is the memory frequency that supports this feature. - 22 - && 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 CPU). This feature only works for operating systems that support multi-processor mode. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto...
... BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) (Note) This item is the memory frequency that supports this feature. - 22 - && 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 CPU). This feature only works for operating systems that support multi-processor mode. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto...
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...BIOS will emit warning sound. Check the fan/pump condition or fan/pump connection when this occurs. (Default: Disabled) - 24 - `` Smart Fan 5 Settings && Monitor Allows you to select a target to monitor and to make further adjustment. (Default: CPU FAN) && Fan Speed Control Allows you to select the temperature interval for fan speed change. && Fan/Pump Control Mode Auto Lets the BIOS automatically detect the type of the selected target area. && Fan Speed Displays current fan/pump speeds. && Temperature Warning Control Sets the warning threshold for fan speed control. && Temperature...
...BIOS will emit warning sound. Check the fan/pump condition or fan/pump connection when this occurs. (Default: Disabled) - 24 - `` Smart Fan 5 Settings && Monitor Allows you to select a target to monitor and to make further adjustment. (Default: CPU FAN) && Fan Speed Control Allows you to select the temperature interval for fan speed change. && Fan/Pump Control Mode Auto Lets the BIOS automatically detect the type of the selected target area. && Fan Speed Displays current fan/pump speeds. && Temperature Warning Control Sets the warning threshold for fan speed control. && Temperature...
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... bootup speed. (Default: Disabled) - 26 - Removable storage devices that are connected. Press on this type is installed. && Bootup NumLock State Enables or disables Numlock feature on the boot device list. Disabled skips the GIGABYTE Logo when the system starts up. (Default: Enabled) && Fast Boot Enables or disables Fast Boot to enter the submenu that presents the devices of the keyboard after the POST. (Default: On) && Security Option Specifies whether a password is required for booting the system and for entering the BIOS Setup program. (Default) && Full Screen...
... bootup speed. (Default: Disabled) - 26 - Removable storage devices that are connected. Press on this type is installed. && Bootup NumLock State Enables or disables Numlock feature on the boot device list. Disabled skips the GIGABYTE Logo when the system starts up. (Default: Enabled) && Fast Boot Enables or disables Fast Boot to enter the submenu that presents the devices of the keyboard after the POST. (Default: On) && Security Option Specifies whether a password is required for booting the system and for entering the BIOS Setup program. (Default) && Full Screen...
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... 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 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 Fast Boot is set to Ultra Fast. && NetWork Stack Driver Support Disabled...
... 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 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 Fast Boot is set to Ultra Fast. && NetWork Stack Driver Support Disabled...
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... Support. Press on this item, type the password, and then press . However, the user password only allows you to make changes to all . This item is configurable only when Network Stack is set the Administrator Password first. - 28 - You must enter the administrator password (or user password) at system startup and when entering BIOS Setup. When prompted 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...
... Support. Press on this item, type the password, and then press . However, the user password only allows you to make changes to all . This item is configurable only when Network Stack is set the Administrator Password first. - 28 - You must enter the administrator password (or user password) at system startup and when entering BIOS Setup. When prompted 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...
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...(AHCI) is an interface specification that supports 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 or configures the SATA controllers to AHCI mode. RAID Enables RAID for the SATA controller. AHCI Configures the SATA controllers to enable advanced Serial ATA features such as Native Command Queuing and hot plug. (Default) && APU SATA Port Enable (ASATA3 0, 1 Connectors) Enables or disables the integrated SATA controller(s). (Default: Enabled) && Chipset SATA Port Enable...
...(AHCI) is an interface specification that supports 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 or configures the SATA controllers to AHCI mode. RAID Enables RAID for the SATA controller. AHCI Configures the SATA controllers to enable advanced Serial ATA features such as Native Command Queuing and hot plug. (Default) && APU SATA Port Enable (ASATA3 0, 1 Connectors) Enables or disables the integrated SATA controller(s). (Default: Enabled) && Chipset SATA Port Enable...
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...Then connect the power connectors from the exact settings for your computer and press to "C-2" for the M.2 and SATA connectors. - 35 - Turn on Array Management to configure UEFI RAID, follow the steps in "C-1." If you use two hard drives with an M.2 SATA SSD or a SATA hard drive. (Note 2) Refer to RAID. C-1. On the RAIDXpert2 Configuration Utility screen, press on your motherboard. Configuring SATA Controllers A. Under Chipset, ensure CPU SATA Port Enable and Chipset SATA Port Enable are enabled. UEFI RAID Configuration Only Windows 10 64-bit supports UEFI RAID...
...Then connect the power connectors from the exact settings for your computer and press to "C-2" for the M.2 and SATA connectors. - 35 - Turn on Array Management to configure UEFI RAID, follow the steps in "C-1." If you use two hard drives with an M.2 SATA SSD or a SATA hard drive. (Note 2) Refer to RAID. C-1. On the RAIDXpert2 Configuration Utility screen, press on your motherboard. Configuring SATA Controllers A. Under Chipset, ensure CPU SATA Port Enable and Chipset SATA Port Enable are enabled. UEFI RAID Configuration Only Windows 10 64-bit supports UEFI RAID...
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... arrow key to confirm. Installing the SATA RAID/AHCI Driver and Operating System With the correct BIOS settings, you provide additional SATA RAID/AHCI driver during the Windows installation process. Please visit GIGABYTE's website for a non-RAID configuration. Then follow the on the Create Array option. 3. Options include Read/Write, Read Only, and None. Press to confirm or to return to ensure system performance and compatibility. Boot from the motherboard driver disk using "Xpress Install" to...
... arrow key to confirm. Installing the SATA RAID/AHCI Driver and Operating System With the correct BIOS settings, you provide additional SATA RAID/AHCI driver during the Windows installation process. Please visit GIGABYTE's website for a non-RAID configuration. Then follow the on the Create Array option. 3. Options include Read/Write, Read Only, and None. Press to confirm or to return to ensure system performance and compatibility. Boot from the motherboard driver disk using "Xpress Install" to...