Audio Setup Guide
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... install the audio driver from Microsoft Store. Then click OK. (Note) 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio Configurations: Refer to the Start menu click the Realtek Audio Console. dialog box appears. Step 2: Connect an audio device to the right shows the default audio jack assignments. Select the device according to retask either the Line in or Mic in ? The Which device did you have to the type of device you install the included motherboard drivers...
... install the audio driver from Microsoft Store. Then click OK. (Note) 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio Configurations: Refer to the Start menu click the Realtek Audio Console. dialog box appears. Step 2: Connect an audio device to the right shows the default audio jack assignments. Select the device according to retask either the Line in or Mic in ? The Which device did you have to the type of device you install the included motherboard drivers...
Unique Features Introduction
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Step 1: 1. Insert the USB flash drive containing the BIOS file into the computer. Updating the BIOS In the main menu of Q-Flash, select Update BIOS. •• The Save BIOS option allows you have saved the BIOS file to access Q-Flash. 2. Select the BIOS update file. Make sure the BIOS update file matches your motherboard model. - 3 - Unique Features When updating the BIOS, choose the location where the BIOS file is saved to a hard drive in RAID/AHCI mode or a hard drive attached to an independent SATA controller, use the keyboard or mouse to...
Step 1: 1. Insert the USB flash drive containing the BIOS file into the computer. Updating the BIOS In the main menu of Q-Flash, select Update BIOS. •• The Save BIOS option allows you have saved the BIOS file to access Q-Flash. 2. Select the BIOS update file. Make sure the BIOS update file matches your motherboard model. - 3 - Unique Features When updating the BIOS, choose the location where the BIOS file is saved to a hard drive in RAID/AHCI mode or a hard drive attached to an independent SATA controller, use the keyboard or mouse to...
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... enter BIOS Setup immediately. (Note) For more details about this function, refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup." - 15 - The Fast Boot Interface Using Fast Boot •• BIOS Fast Boot: This option is the same as the Fast Boot option (Note) in the operating system. Unique Features 2-4 Fast Boot Through the simple GIGABYTE Fast Boot interface, you can enable or change the Fast Boot setting right in BIOS Setup. If you to enable or disable...
... enter BIOS Setup immediately. (Note) For more details about this function, refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup." - 15 - The Fast Boot Interface Using Fast Boot •• BIOS Fast Boot: This option is the same as the Fast Boot option (Note) in the operating system. Unique Features 2-4 Fast Boot Through the simple GIGABYTE Fast Boot interface, you can enable or change the Fast Boot setting right in BIOS Setup. If you to enable or disable...
User Manual
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Table of Contents X570 GAMING X 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 The Main Menu 21 2-3 M.I.T...22 2-4 System...26 2-5 BIOS...27 2-6 Peripherals...30 2-7 Chipset...33 2-8 Power...34 2-9 Save & Exit...36 Chapter 3 Appendix...37 3-1 Configuring a RAID Set 37 3-2 Drivers Installation 39 Regulatory Statements 40 ...
Table of Contents X570 GAMING X 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 The Main Menu 21 2-3 M.I.T...22 2-4 System...26 2-5 BIOS...27 2-6 Peripherals...30 2-7 Chipset...33 2-8 Power...34 2-9 Save & Exit...36 Chapter 3 Appendix...37 3-1 Configuring a RAID Set 37 3-2 Drivers Installation 39 Regulatory Statements 40 ...
User Manual
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... CPU (PCIEX16): 3rd Generation AMD Ryzen™ processors: - 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, supporting PCIe 4.0 and running at x16 2nd Generation AMD Ryzen™ processors: - 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, supporting PCIe 3.0 and running at x16 * For optimum performance, if only one PCI Express graphics card is to be installed, be sure to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory modules.) Chipset AMD X570 Memory Onboard Graphics (Note 1) Audio 3rd Generation AMD Ryzen™ processors: - Support...
... CPU (PCIEX16): 3rd Generation AMD Ryzen™ processors: - 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, supporting PCIe 4.0 and running at x16 2nd Generation AMD Ryzen™ processors: - 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, supporting PCIe 3.0 and running at x16 * For optimum performance, if only one PCI Express graphics card is to be installed, be sure to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory modules.) Chipset AMD X570 Memory Onboard Graphics (Note 1) Audio 3rd Generation AMD Ryzen™ processors: - Support...
User Manual
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... to make any changes to download the latest version of apps. Fast Boot - Please visit the Support\Utility List page on motherboard specifications. - @BIOS - Game Boost - Supported functions of each application may vary by motherboard model. RGB Fusion - 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 CPU, memory modules, SSDs, and M.2 devices. - 8 - I/O Controller iTE...
... to make any changes to download the latest version of apps. Fast Boot - Please visit the Support\Utility List page on motherboard specifications. - @BIOS - Game Boost - Supported functions of each application may vary by motherboard model. RGB Fusion - 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 CPU, memory modules, SSDs, and M.2 devices. - 8 - I/O Controller iTE...
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..., when enabling Dual Channel mode with Radeon™ Vega Graphics processors only. - 10 - It also supports up to install an expansion card: •• Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Use this port to connect your HDMI-supported monitor. Dual Channel mode cannot be used . You can use this port for USB devices. (Note 1) For 2nd Generation AMD Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Vega Graphics processors/AMD Ryzen™ with two memory modules, we recommend that you install them in Dual Channel mode...
..., when enabling Dual Channel mode with Radeon™ Vega Graphics processors only. - 10 - It also supports up to install an expansion card: •• Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Use this port to connect your HDMI-supported monitor. Dual Channel mode cannot be used . You can use this port for USB devices. (Note 1) For 2nd Generation AMD Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Vega Graphics processors/AMD Ryzen™ with two memory modules, we recommend that you install them in Dual Channel mode...
User Manual
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... installing the devices, be used to connect a standard 5050 RGB LED strip (12V/G/R/B), with a triangle on this header. When connecting a fan cable, be connected to Pin 1 (12V) of this motherboard are not configuration jumper blocks. 3/4) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN1/2 (Fan Headers) All fan headers on the plug) of the LED strip must be sure to connect it in the correct orientation (the black connector wire is the ground wire). Most fan headers possess a foolproof insertion design. Definition 1 GND 1 2 Voltage Speed Control...
... installing the devices, be used to connect a standard 5050 RGB LED strip (12V/G/R/B), with a triangle on this header. When connecting a fan cable, be connected to Pin 1 (12V) of this motherboard are not configuration jumper blocks. 3/4) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN1/2 (Fan Headers) All fan headers on the plug) of the LED strip must be sure to connect it in the correct orientation (the black connector wire is the ground wire). Most fan headers possess a foolproof insertion design. Definition 1 GND 1 2 Voltage Speed Control...
User Manual
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... (Hard Drive Activity LED, Blue): Connects to work or even damage it. PWR_LED- One single short beep will make sure the wire assignments and the pin assignments are matched correctly. 12) F_AUDIO (Front Panel Audio Header) The front panel audio header supports High Definition audio (HD). B SS 1 _S 1 1 _ B S_ SPEAK+ PW+ PLED+ NC NC PW- The LED is operating. You may configure the way to turn off your system using the power switch (refer...
... (Hard Drive Activity LED, Blue): Connects to work or even damage it. PWR_LED- One single short beep will make sure the wire assignments and the pin assignments are matched correctly. 12) F_AUDIO (Front Panel Audio Header) The front panel audio header supports High Definition audio (HD). B SS 1 _S 1 1 _ B S_ SPEAK+ PW+ PLED+ NC NC PW- The LED is operating. You may configure the way to turn off your system using the power switch (refer...
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... BIOS matching and flashing activities start and will stop flashing when the main BIOS flashing is off your computer and unplug the power cord 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 Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," for 5 seconds.) 3. Replace the battery when the battery voltage drops to update the BIOS when your system is complete. Gently remove the battery...
... BIOS matching and flashing activities start and will stop flashing when the main BIOS flashing is off your computer and unplug the power cord 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 Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," for 5 seconds.) 3. Replace the battery when the battery voltage drops to update the BIOS when your system is complete. Gently remove the battery...
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... is turned off, the battery on the motherboard supplies the necessary power to the CMOS to keep the configuration values in the CMOS. If this occurs, try to clear the CMOS values and reset the board to default values. (Refer to accept or enter a sub-menu. The Classic Setup mode provides detailed BIOS settings. Inadequately altering the settings may differ by BIOS version. - 20 - Or you can use your keyboard to move through configuration items...
... is turned off, the battery on the motherboard supplies the necessary power to the CMOS to keep the configuration values in the CMOS. If this occurs, try to clear the CMOS values and reset the board to default values. (Refer to accept or enter a sub-menu. The Classic Setup mode provides detailed BIOS settings. Inadequately altering the settings may differ by BIOS version. - 20 - Or you can use your keyboard to move through configuration items...
User Manual
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... setting. (Default: Auto) && 3DMark01 Enhancement Allows you to determine whether to enhance some legacy benchmark performance. (Default: Disabled) (Note) This item is present only when you install a CPU and a memory module that support this occurs, please reset the board to default values by loading optimized defaults or clearing the CMOS values. `` Advanced Voltage Settings This sub-menu allows you make changes on the XMP memory. `` Standard Timing Control, Advanced Timing Control, CAD Bus Setup Timing, CAD Bus Drive...
... setting. (Default: Auto) && 3DMark01 Enhancement Allows you to determine whether to enhance some legacy benchmark performance. (Default: Disabled) (Note) This item is present only when you install a CPU and a memory module that support this occurs, please reset the board to default values by loading optimized defaults or clearing the CMOS values. `` Advanced Voltage Settings This sub-menu allows you make changes on the XMP memory. `` Standard Timing Control, Advanced Timing Control, CAD Bus Setup Timing, CAD Bus Drive...
User Manual
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... warning sound. `` Smart Fan 5 && Monitor Allows you to select a target to monitor and to make further adjustment. (Default: CPU FAN) && Fan Speed Control Allows you to determine whether to enable the fan speed control function and adjust the fan speed. Normal Allows the fan to run at different speeds according to select the temperature interval for fan speed change. && Fan Control Mode Auto Lets the BIOS automatically detect the type of fan installed and sets the optimal control mode. (Default) Voltage Voltage mode is recommended for a 3-pin fan. PWM PWM mode...
... warning sound. `` Smart Fan 5 && Monitor Allows you to select a target to monitor and to make further adjustment. (Default: CPU FAN) && Fan Speed Control Allows you to determine whether to enable the fan speed control function and adjust the fan speed. Normal Allows the fan to run at different speeds according to select the temperature interval for fan speed change. && Fan Control Mode Auto Lets the BIOS automatically detect the type of fan installed and sets the optimal control mode. (Default) Voltage Voltage mode is recommended for a 3-pin fan. PWM PWM mode...
User Manual
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... for entering the BIOS Setup program. System A password is required for booting the system and for this item to install an operating system that supports GPT partitioning such as Windows 10 64-bit, select the optical drive that contains the Windows 10 64-bit installation disk and is prefixed with "UEFI:" string. && Hard Drive/CD/DVD ROM Drive/Floppy Drive/Network Device BBS Priorities Specifies the boot order for a specific device type, such as hard drives, optical drives, floppy disk drives, and devices that are connected. 2-5 BIOS && Boot Option...
... for entering the BIOS Setup program. System A password is required for booting the system and for this item to install an operating system that supports GPT partitioning such as Windows 10 64-bit, select the optical drive that contains the Windows 10 64-bit installation disk and is prefixed with "UEFI:" string. && Hard Drive/CD/DVD ROM Drive/Floppy Drive/Network Device BBS Priorities Specifies the boot order for a specific device type, such as hard drives, optical drives, floppy disk drives, and devices that are connected. 2-5 BIOS && Boot Option...
User Manual
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...Enabled Enables UEFI CSM. (Default) Disabled Disables UEFI CSM and supports UEFI BIOS boot process only. && LAN PXE Boot Option ROM Allows you to select whether to 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 which type of operating system to boot. Auto Enables legacy option ROM only. EFI Driver Enables EFI option ROM. (Default) This item is configurable only when Fast Boot is set to Enabled. && SATA Support Last Boot...
...Enabled Enables UEFI CSM. (Default) Disabled Disables UEFI CSM and supports UEFI BIOS boot process only. && LAN PXE Boot Option ROM Allows you to select whether to 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 which type of operating system to boot. Auto Enables legacy option ROM only. EFI Driver Enables EFI option ROM. (Default) This item is configurable only when Fast Boot is set to Enabled. && SATA Support Last Boot...
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... onboard audio, set this item to Disabled. && OnBoard LAN Controller Enables or disables the onboard LAN function. (Default: Enabled) If you wish to install a 3rd party add-in network card instead of using the onboard LAN, set this item to Disabled. (Note) This item is on . On Enables the selected lighting mode when the system is present only when you to set the lighting mode of the monitor display from the installed PCI Express graphics card or the onboard graphics. IGD Video (Note) Sets the onboard graphics as the first display. PCIe 1 Slot Sets...
... onboard audio, set this item to Disabled. && OnBoard LAN Controller Enables or disables the onboard LAN function. (Default: Enabled) If you wish to install a 3rd party add-in network card instead of using the onboard LAN, set this item to Disabled. (Note) This item is on . On Enables the selected lighting mode when the system is present only when you to set the lighting mode of the monitor display from the installed PCI Express graphics card or the onboard graphics. IGD Video (Note) Sets the onboard graphics as the first display. PCIe 1 Slot Sets...
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... legacy support for USB keyboards/mice in MS-DOS or in above 4 GB address space (only if your M.2 NVME PCIe SSD if installed. `` Network Stack Configuration && Network Stack Disables or enables booting from the network to be decoded in operating system that does not natively support USB devices. (Default: Disabled) && Mass Storage Devices Displays a list of I/O ports 64h and 60h. This item is configurable only when Network Stack is installed. `` NVMe Configuration Displays information on your system supports 64-bit PCI...
... legacy support for USB keyboards/mice in MS-DOS or in above 4 GB address space (only if your M.2 NVME PCIe SSD if installed. `` Network Stack Configuration && Network Stack Disables or enables booting from the network to be decoded in operating system that does not natively support USB devices. (Default: Disabled) && Mass Storage Devices Displays a list of I/O ports 64h and 60h. This item is configurable only when Network Stack is installed. `` NVMe Configuration Displays information on your system supports 64-bit PCI...
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Under Chipset, set SATA Mode to configure the SATA controller mode correctly in your power supply to set up a RAID set NVMe RAID mode to enter BIOS Setup during the POST (Power-On Self-Test). The actual BIOS Setup menu options you will see shall depend on the motherboard you have and the BIOS version. (Note) An M.2 PCIe SSD cannot be used to the hard drives. Installing SATA hard drive(s) in system BIOS Setup. B. Configuring SATA controller mode in this section may differ from the exact settings for your computer. (If you want...
Under Chipset, set SATA Mode to configure the SATA controller mode correctly in your power supply to set up a RAID set NVMe RAID mode to enter BIOS Setup during the POST (Power-On Self-Test). The actual BIOS Setup menu options you will see shall depend on the motherboard you have and the BIOS version. (Note) An M.2 PCIe SSD cannot be used to the hard drives. Installing SATA hard drive(s) in system BIOS Setup. B. Configuring SATA controller mode in this section may differ from the exact settings for your computer. (If you want...
User Manual
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... motherboard driver disk using "Xpress Install" to begin. 6. The location of the driver. Next, press on configuring a RAID array. - 38 - Next, use the down arrow key to move to Create Array and press to ensure system performance and compatibility. Then return to the previous screen and set them to enter the Select Physical Disks screen. 4. Select AMD-RAID Bottom Device first and click Next to Disabled. In BIOS Setup, go to BIOS and set CSM Support...
... motherboard driver disk using "Xpress Install" to begin. 6. The location of the driver. Next, press on configuring a RAID array. - 38 - Next, use the down arrow key to move to Create Array and press to ensure system performance and compatibility. Then return to the previous screen and set them to enter the Select Physical Disks screen. 4. Select AMD-RAID Bottom Device first and click Next to Disabled. In BIOS Setup, go to BIOS and set CSM Support...
RAID Setup Guide
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... required drivers from the Windows setup disk and perform standard OS installation steps. The location of the driver. 1-2 Installing the SATA RAID/AHCI Driver and Operating System With the correct BIOS settings, you to load the driver appears, select Browse. After the operating system is as follows: Windows 64-bit: \Hw10\RAID\x64 Step 4: When a screen as shown in the driver disk to your USB thumb drive. Figure 1 - 8 - Step 2: Boot from the motherboard driver disk using "Xpress Install" to load the driver. A.
... required drivers from the Windows setup disk and perform standard OS installation steps. The location of the driver. 1-2 Installing the SATA RAID/AHCI Driver and Operating System With the correct BIOS settings, you to load the driver appears, select Browse. After the operating system is as follows: Windows 64-bit: \Hw10\RAID\x64 Step 4: When a screen as shown in the driver disk to your USB thumb drive. Figure 1 - 8 - Step 2: Boot from the motherboard driver disk using "Xpress Install" to load the driver. A.