Audio Setup Guide
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... Windows 10 as the example operating system.) Step 1: After installing the audio driver, restart your computer. Configuring Audio Input and Output 1-1 Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio The motherboard provides five audio jacks on the next page. all at the same time. A. Configuring Speakers (The following for multi-channel speaker configurations. •• 2-channel...
... Windows 10 as the example operating system.) Step 1: After installing the audio driver, restart your computer. Configuring Audio Input and Output 1-1 Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio The motherboard provides five audio jacks on the next page. all at the same time. A. Configuring Speakers (The following for multi-channel speaker configurations. •• 2-channel...
RAID Setup Guide
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... drives/2) * Size of the smallest drive Yes To create a RAID set either with identical model and capacity). (Note 3) •• A Windows setup disk. •• Motherboard driver disk. •• A USB thumb drive. 1-1 Configuring SATA Controllers A. Configure SATA controller mode in RAID BIOS. (Note 1) D. Install the SATA RAID/AHCI driver and... Intel® Chipset controlled connectors on the SATA controller. (Note 2) An M.2 PCIe SSD or an U.2 SSD cannot be used to create RAID array on the motherboard. B. Configure a RAID array in BIOS Setup.
... drives/2) * Size of the smallest drive Yes To create a RAID set either with identical model and capacity). (Note 3) •• A Windows setup disk. •• Motherboard driver disk. •• A USB thumb drive. 1-1 Configuring SATA Controllers A. Configure SATA controller mode in RAID BIOS. (Note 1) D. Install the SATA RAID/AHCI driver and... Intel® Chipset controlled connectors on the SATA controller. (Note 2) An M.2 PCIe SSD or an U.2 SSD cannot be used to create RAID array on the motherboard. B. Configure a RAID array in BIOS Setup.
RAID Setup Guide
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... create RAID, set SATA Mode Selection to enter BIOS Setup during the POST (Power-On Self-Test). Step 1: Turn on the motherboard you will see shall depend on your motherboard. The BIOS Setup menus described in BIOS Setup Make sure to Peripherals\SATA And RST Configuration, make sure SATA Controller(s) is enabled...
... create RAID, set SATA Mode Selection to enter BIOS Setup during the POST (Power-On Self-Test). Step 1: Turn on the motherboard you will see shall depend on your motherboard. The BIOS Setup menus described in BIOS Setup Make sure to Peripherals\SATA And RST Configuration, make sure SATA Controller(s) is enabled...
RAID Setup Guide
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... you to quickly configure a RAID array with simplified steps. Click Proceed to the Create tab. C-1. Then press to move to begin (Figure 3). Using EZ RAID GIGABYTE motherboards provide you with the EZ RAID feature, allowing you use for RAID in the Type tab and then press . (Figure 2) Step 2: Figure 2 Go to the...
... you to quickly configure a RAID array with simplified steps. Click Proceed to the Create tab. C-1. Then press to move to begin (Figure 3). Using EZ RAID GIGABYTE motherboards provide you with the EZ RAID feature, allowing you use for RAID in the Type tab and then press . (Figure 2) Step 2: Figure 2 Go to the...
RAID Setup Guide
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... is installed, we recommend that you install all required drivers from the Windows setup disk and perform standard OS installation steps. Step 2: Boot from the motherboard driver disk using "Xpress Install" to install separate RAID/AHCI driver during the OS installation process, please refer to the steps below: Step 1: Copy the...
... is installed, we recommend that you install all required drivers from the Windows setup disk and perform standard OS installation steps. Step 2: Boot from the motherboard driver disk using "Xpress Install" to install separate RAID/AHCI driver during the OS installation process, please refer to the steps below: Step 1: Copy the...
RAID Setup Guide
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... below assume a new drive is the process of the screen displays the rebuild progress. Then launch the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology utility from the motherboard driver disk. Step 1: Go to the Manage menu and click Rebuild to rebuild the RAID and click Rebuild. Restart your computer and replace the failed...
... below assume a new drive is the process of the screen displays the rebuild progress. Then launch the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology utility from the motherboard driver disk. Step 1: Go to the Manage menu and click Rebuild to rebuild the RAID and click Rebuild. Restart your computer and replace the failed...
Users Manual
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Motherboard GA-Z270N-WIFI/GA-H270N-WIFI Dec. 9, 2016 Wireless Module Country Approvals: Motherboard GA-Z270N-WIFI GA-H270N-WIFI Dec. 9, 2016 See the latest safety and regulatory documents at GIGABYTE's website.
Motherboard GA-Z270N-WIFI/GA-H270N-WIFI Dec. 9, 2016 Wireless Module Country Approvals: Motherboard GA-Z270N-WIFI GA-H270N-WIFI Dec. 9, 2016 See the latest safety and regulatory documents at GIGABYTE's website.
Users Manual
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... Manual. For product-related information, check on our website at: http://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. Copyright © 2017 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY...manual are legally registered to the specifications and features in any means without prior notice. Check your motherboard looks like this manual may be made by any form or by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. For quick set-up of...
... Manual. For product-related information, check on our website at: http://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. Copyright © 2017 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY...manual are legally registered to the specifications and features in any means without prior notice. Check your motherboard looks like this manual may be made by any form or by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. For quick set-up of...
Users Manual
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Table of Contents GA-Z270N-WIFI/GA-H270N-WIFI Motherboard Layout 5 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 6 1-1 Installation Precautions 6 1-2 Product Specifications 7 1-3 Installing the CPU 10 1-4 Installing the Memory 10 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card 11 1-6 Back Panel Connectors 11 1-7 ...
Table of Contents GA-Z270N-WIFI/GA-H270N-WIFI Motherboard Layout 5 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 6 1-1 Installation Precautions 6 1-2 Product Specifications 7 1-3 Installing the CPU 10 1-4 Installing the Memory 10 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card 11 1-6 Back Panel Connectors 11 1-7 ...
Users Manual
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...items shall depend on the back of the motherboard. - 5 - GA-Z270N-WIFI/GA-H270N-WIFI Motherboard Layout CPU_FAN SYS_FAN KB_MS_USB3 ATX_12V WIFI Module DDR4_1 DDR4_2 ATX DVI ANTENNA-BRACKET M2_WIFI 3 1 CLR_CMOS SPEAKER 20 F_PANEL GA-H270N-WIFI GA-Z270N-WIFI SATA3 DOUBLE_HDMI LGA1151 Intel® GbE LAN ... 5 M.2 (Note) Intel® Z270j Intel® H270k SATA3 F_USB1 F_AUDIO CODEC PCIEX16 Box Contents 55 GA-Z270N-WIFI or GA-H270N-WIFI motherboard 55 Motherboard driver disk 55 Wireless module driver disk 55 User's Manual 55 I/O Shield 55 Quick Installation Guide 55 Two...
...items shall depend on the back of the motherboard. - 5 - GA-Z270N-WIFI/GA-H270N-WIFI Motherboard Layout CPU_FAN SYS_FAN KB_MS_USB3 ATX_12V WIFI Module DDR4_1 DDR4_2 ATX DVI ANTENNA-BRACKET M2_WIFI 3 1 CLR_CMOS SPEAKER 20 F_PANEL GA-H270N-WIFI GA-Z270N-WIFI SATA3 DOUBLE_HDMI LGA1151 Intel® GbE LAN ... 5 M.2 (Note) Intel® Z270j Intel® H270k SATA3 F_USB1 F_AUDIO CODEC PCIEX16 Box Contents 55 GA-Z270N-WIFI or GA-H270N-WIFI motherboard 55 Motherboard driver disk 55 Wireless module driver disk 55 User's Manual 55 I/O Shield 55 Quick Installation Guide 55 Two...
Users Manual
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...to eliminate static electricity. •• Prior to the use of electrostatic discharge (ESD). These stickers are required for the motherboard. •• Prior to installation, do not allow screws to come in a high-temperature or wet environment. •• Turning on... procedures: •• Prior to installation, make sure they 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...
...to eliminate static electricity. •• Prior to the use of electrostatic discharge (ESD). These stickers are required for the motherboard. •• Prior to installation, do not allow screws to come in a high-temperature or wet environment. •• Turning on... procedures: •• Prior to installation, make sure they 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...
Users Manual
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...RAID 1, RAID 5, and RAID 10 * Refer to "1-7 Internal Connectors," for the installation notices for GA-Z270N-WIFI. MM Only for the M.2 and SATA connectors. NN Only for the wireless communication module (M2_WIFI) ...64257;le (XMP) memory modules * For the GA-H270N-WIFI to support 2400 MHz or XMP memory, you must install a 7th Generation processor. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and ...displays at the same time Maximum shared memory of the motherboard (Socket 3, M key, type 2260/2280 SATA and PCIe x4/x2 SSD support) - 6 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors -
...RAID 1, RAID 5, and RAID 10 * Refer to "1-7 Internal Connectors," for the installation notices for GA-Z270N-WIFI. MM Only for the M.2 and SATA connectors. NN Only for the wireless communication module (M2_WIFI) ...64257;le (XMP) memory modules * For the GA-H270N-WIFI to support 2400 MHz or XMP memory, you must install a 7th Generation processor. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and ...displays at the same time Maximum shared memory of the motherboard (Socket 3, M key, type 2260/2280 SATA and PCIe x4/x2 SSD support) - 6 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors -
Users Manual
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... 1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector 6 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors 1 x M.2 Socket 3 connector on the back of the motherboard 1 x CPU fan header 1 x system fan header 1 x front panel header 1 x front panel audio header 1 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 header 1 x USB 2.0/1.1 header ...
... 1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector 6 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors 1 x M.2 Socket 3 connector on the back of the motherboard 1 x CPU fan header 1 x system fan header 1 x front panel header 1 x front panel audio header 1 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 header 1 x USB 2.0/1.1 header ...
Users Manual
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... support lists of apps. - 9 - Game Boost - GA-Z270N-WIFI GA-H270N-WIFI Please visit GIGABYTE's website for 6th Generation Intel® processors) * Please download the "Windows USB Installation Tool" from GIGABYTE's website and install it before installing Windows 7. Smart Keyboard - Easy RAID - Supported functions of each application may vary by motherboard model. Form Factor Mini-ITX Form...
... support lists of apps. - 9 - Game Boost - GA-Z270N-WIFI GA-H270N-WIFI Please visit GIGABYTE's website for 6th Generation Intel® processors) * Please download the "Windows USB Installation Tool" from GIGABYTE's website and install it before installing Windows 7. Smart Keyboard - Easy RAID - Supported functions of each application may vary by motherboard model. Form Factor Mini-ITX Form...
Users Manual
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...guidelines before you begin to install the CPU: •• Make sure that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. Dual Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides two memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. Installing the CPU Locate the ...alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the CPU Do not ...
...guidelines before you begin to install the CPU: •• Make sure that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. Dual Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides two memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. Installing the CPU Locate the ...alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the CPU Do not ...
Users Manual
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...8226;• To set up a triple-display configuration, you begin to install an expansion card: •• Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. When enabling Dual Channel mode with your HDMI-supported monitor. Carefully read the following guidelines before installing the ...port conforms to the DVI-D specification and supports a maximum resolution of the LAN port LEDs. The following guidelines before you must install motherboard drivers in Dual Channel mode. 1. Tighten the antenna cables to the antenna connectors and then move the antenna to a place where...
...8226;• To set up a triple-display configuration, you begin to install an expansion card: •• Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. When enabling Dual Channel mode with your HDMI-supported monitor. Carefully read the following guidelines before installing the ...port conforms to the DVI-D specification and supports a maximum resolution of the LAN port LEDs. The following guidelines before you must install motherboard drivers in Dual Channel mode. 1. Tighten the antenna cables to the antenna connectors and then move the antenna to a place where...
Users Manual
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... audio software information. •• When removing the cable connected to the USB 2.0 specification. Before using the HD Audio Manager application. •• Please visit GIGABYTE's website for USB devices. For better sound quality, it is compatible to a back panel connector, first remove the cable from your device and then remove...
... audio software information. •• When removing the cable connected to the USB 2.0 specification. Before using the HD Audio Manager application. •• Please visit GIGABYTE's website for USB devices. For better sound quality, it is compatible to a back panel connector, first remove the cable from your device and then remove...
Users Manual
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... sure your devices are compliant with the connectors you wish to connect. •• Before installing the devices, be sure to the connector on the motherboard. - 13 -
... sure your devices are compliant with the connectors you wish to connect. •• Before installing the devices, be sure to the connector on the motherboard. - 13 -
Users Manual
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... to connect fan cables to the fan headers to prevent your CPU and system from overheating. Do not place a jumper cap on this motherboard are not configuration jumper blocks. Connect the power supply cable to the power connector in damage to the CPU or the system may result ...connector mainly supplies power to the CPU. For optimum heat dissipation, it in the correct orientation (the black connector wire is the ground wire). The motherboard supports CPU fan speed control, which requires the use of a CPU fan with fan speed control design. 1/2) ATX_12V/ATX (2x2 12V Power Connector...
... to connect fan cables to the fan headers to prevent your CPU and system from overheating. Do not place a jumper cap on this motherboard are not configuration jumper blocks. Connect the power supply cable to the power connector in damage to the CPU or the system may result ...connector mainly supplies power to the CPU. For optimum heat dissipation, it in the correct orientation (the black connector wire is the ground wire). The motherboard supports CPU fan speed control, which requires the use of a CPU fan with fan speed control design. 1/2) ATX_12V/ATX (2x2 12V Power Connector...
Users Manual
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B _U _ Follow the steps below to unfasten the screw and nut from the motherboard. Select the proper hole for the M.2 SSD to build a RAID set either with an M.2 SATA SSD or a SATA hard drive and can ... available - 16 - B B B_ B S 7) M.2 (M.2 Socket 3 Connector) S The M.2 connector (on configuring S_ _ a RAID array. Locate the proper mounting hole for instructions on the back of the motherboard) supports M.2 SATA SSDs and M.2 PCIe SSDs and support RAID configuration through the Intel® Chipset. Refer to the following table for the M._2Fand SATA Connectors...
B _U _ Follow the steps below to unfasten the screw and nut from the motherboard. Select the proper hole for the M.2 SSD to build a RAID set either with an M.2 SATA SSD or a SATA hard drive and can ... available - 16 - B B B_ B S 7) M.2 (M.2 Socket 3 Connector) S The M.2 connector (on configuring S_ _ a RAID array. Locate the proper mounting hole for instructions on the back of the motherboard) supports M.2 SATA SSDs and M.2 PCIe SSDs and support RAID configuration through the Intel® Chipset. Refer to the following table for the M._2Fand SATA Connectors...