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Motherboard Z370 AORUS Gaming 7 Apr. 20, 2018 Motherboard Z370 AORUS Gaming 7 Apr. 20, 2018
Motherboard Z370 AORUS Gaming 7 Apr. 20, 2018 Motherboard Z370 AORUS Gaming 7 Apr. 20, 2018
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...read the User's 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. For example, "REV: 1.0" means ...the revision of the motherboard is the property of this manual may be reproduced, copied, translated, transmitted, or published in this manual may be made by any form or by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. Disclaimer Information in any...
...read the User's 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. For example, "REV: 1.0" means ...the revision of the motherboard is the property of this manual may be reproduced, copied, translated, transmitted, or published in this manual may be made by any form or by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. Disclaimer Information in any...
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Table of Contents Box Contents...6 Optional Items...6 Z370 AORUS Gaming 7 Motherboard Layout 7 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 9 1-1 Installation Precautions 9 1-2 Product Specifications 10 1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler 14 1-3-1 Installing the CPU...14 1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler 16 1-4 ...
Table of Contents Box Contents...6 Optional Items...6 Z370 AORUS Gaming 7 Motherboard Layout 7 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 9 1-1 Installation Precautions 9 1-2 Product Specifications 10 1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler 14 1-3-1 Installing the CPU...14 1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler 16 1-4 ...
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.... 12CF1-3SATPW-4*R) †† 3.5" Front Panel with 2 USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports (Part No. 12CR1-FPX582-2*R) †† HDMI-to change without notice. Box Contents 55 Z370 AORUS Gaming 7 motherboard 55 Motherboard driver disk 55 User's Manual 55 Quick Installation Guide 55 Four SATA cables 55 I/O Shield 55 One GC-SLI2PL SLI bridge connector 55 One G Connector...
.... 12CF1-3SATPW-4*R) †† 3.5" Front Panel with 2 USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports (Part No. 12CR1-FPX582-2*R) †† HDMI-to change without notice. Box Contents 55 Z370 AORUS Gaming 7 motherboard 55 Motherboard driver disk 55 User's Manual 55 Quick Installation Guide 55 Four SATA cables 55 I/O Shield 55 One GC-SLI2PL SLI bridge connector 55 One G Connector...
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Z370 AORUS Gaming 7 Motherboard Layout KB_MS_USB30 SYS_FAN2 ATX_12V_2X4 CPU_FAN CPU_OPT R_USB30 DP_HDMI ASMedia® USB 3.1...80 ES9018Q2C PCIEX1_2 PCIEX8 60 42 M_BIOS BAT B_BIOS CODEC PCIEX1_3 80 60 42 PCIEX4 Z370 AORUS Gaming 7 SPDIF_O M2P_32G M2A_32G M2M_32G DDR4_1 DDR4_3 DDR4_2 DDR4_4 ASMedia® USB 3.1 Gen 2 Controller Realtek® USB ...3.1 Gen 1 Hub Intel® Z370 1 0 3 2 iTE® Super I/O CPU DRAM VGA BOOT EC_TEMP2 CLR_CMOS SATA3 5 4 THB_C F_USB30 DLED_V_SW1 LED_C1...
Z370 AORUS Gaming 7 Motherboard Layout KB_MS_USB30 SYS_FAN2 ATX_12V_2X4 CPU_FAN CPU_OPT R_USB30 DP_HDMI ASMedia® USB 3.1...80 ES9018Q2C PCIEX1_2 PCIEX8 60 42 M_BIOS BAT B_BIOS CODEC PCIEX1_3 80 60 42 PCIEX4 Z370 AORUS Gaming 7 SPDIF_O M2P_32G M2A_32G M2M_32G DDR4_1 DDR4_3 DDR4_2 DDR4_4 ASMedia® USB 3.1 Gen 2 Controller Realtek® USB ...3.1 Gen 1 Hub Intel® Z370 1 0 3 2 iTE® Super I/O CPU DRAM VGA BOOT EC_TEMP2 CLR_CMOS SATA3 5 4 THB_C F_USB30 DLED_V_SW1 LED_C1...
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...remove the AC power by your hands dry and first touch a metal object to eliminate static electricity. •• Prior to installing the motherboard, please have a problem related to the use an adapter, extension power cable, or power strip, ensure to wear an electrostatic discharge (...the product, please consult a certified computer technician. •• If you are connected tightly and securely. •• When handling the motherboard, avoid touching any installation steps or have it on top of an antistatic pad or within the computer casing. •• Do not place...
...remove the AC power by your hands dry and first touch a metal object to eliminate static electricity. •• Prior to installing the motherboard, please have a problem related to the use an adapter, extension power cable, or power strip, ensure to wear an electrostatic discharge (...the product, please consult a certified computer technician. •• If you are connected tightly and securely. •• When handling the motherboard, avoid touching any installation steps or have it on top of an antistatic pad or within the computer casing. •• Do not place...
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Color Temperature - Fast Boot - Smart HUD - System Information Viewer - AutoGreen - Cloud Station - Game Boost - EasyTune - Smart Keyboard - Smart TimeLock - Platform Power Management - Easy RAID - Smart Backup - BIOS Setup - ON/OFF Charge -... * Available applications in APP Center may also vary depending on the fan (pump) you install. 2 x 128 Mbit flash Use of each application may vary by motherboard model. USB Blocker Hardware Installation - 12 - Back Panel Š Connectors Š Š Š Š Š Š Š Š I/O Controller &#...
Color Temperature - Fast Boot - Smart HUD - System Information Viewer - AutoGreen - Cloud Station - Game Boost - EasyTune - Smart Keyboard - Smart TimeLock - Platform Power Management - Easy RAID - Smart Backup - BIOS Setup - ON/OFF Charge -... * Available applications in APP Center may also vary depending on the fan (pump) you install. 2 x 128 Mbit flash Use of each application may vary by motherboard model. USB Blocker Hardware Installation - 12 - Back Panel Š Connectors Š Š Š Š Š Š Š Š I/O Controller &#...
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...the surface of the CPU. •• Do not turn on the computer if the CPU cooler 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 ...of the CPU may occur. •• Set the CPU host frequency in accordance with the CPU specifications. Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on hardware installation. 1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler Read the following guidelines before installing the CPU to your ...
...the surface of the CPU. •• Do not turn on the computer if the CPU cooler 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 ...of the CPU may occur. •• Set the CPU host frequency in accordance with the CPU specifications. Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on hardware installation. 1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler Read the following guidelines before installing the CPU to your ...
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... is properly inserted, carefully replace the load plate. Then press the CPU socket lever. Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU into the motherboard CPU socket. • Before installing the CPU, make sure the front end of engaging the lever.
... is properly inserted, carefully replace the load plate. Then press the CPU socket lever. Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU into the motherboard CPU socket. • Before installing the CPU, make sure the front end of engaging the lever.
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...1: Apply an even and thin layer of thermal grease on the surface of the motherboard. Push down each push pin. 1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler Refer to the steps below to correctly... install the CPU cooler on the motherboard. (Actual installation process may damage the CPU. Female Push Pin Step 2: Before installing the...push pin along the direction of the CPU cooler to the CPU fan header (CPU_FAN) on the motherboard. Inadequately removing the CPU cooler may differ depending the CPU cooler to the CPU. Use extreme care...
...1: Apply an even and thin layer of thermal grease on the surface of the motherboard. Push down each push pin. 1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler Refer to the steps below to correctly... install the CPU cooler on the motherboard. (Actual installation process may damage the CPU. Female Push Pin Step 2: Before installing the...push pin along the direction of the CPU cooler to the CPU fan header (CPU_FAN) on the motherboard. Inadequately removing the CPU cooler may differ depending the CPU cooler to the CPU. Use extreme care...
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...DDR4_1, DDR4_3 Dual Channel Memory Configurations Table DDR4_4 DDR4_2 DDR4_3 DDR4_1 2 Modules - - A memory module can be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory modules.) •• Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the... power outlet before installing the memory to insert the memory, switch the direction. 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides four memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. Enabling Dual Channel memory mode will automatically detect the specifications and...
...DDR4_1, DDR4_3 Dual Channel Memory Configurations Table DDR4_4 DDR4_2 DDR4_3 DDR4_1 2 Modules - - A memory module can be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory modules.) •• Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the... power outlet before installing the memory to insert the memory, switch the direction. 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides four memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. Enabling Dual Channel memory mode will automatically detect the specifications and...
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..., make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to install DDR4 DIMMs on this motherboard.
..., make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to install DDR4 DIMMs on this motherboard.
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... system. Remove the metal slot cover from the slot. - 19 - Secure the card's metal bracket to install an expansion card: •• Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Hardware Installation Example: Installing and Removing a PCI Express Graphics Card: •• Installing a Graphics Card: Gently push down on the slot...
... system. Remove the metal slot cover from the slot. - 19 - Secure the card's metal bracket to install an expansion card: •• Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Hardware Installation Example: Installing and Removing a PCI Express Graphics Card: •• Installing a Graphics Card: Gently push down on the slot...
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... Installing an Expansion Card" and install CrossFire/SLI graphics cards on the PCI Express x16 slots. (To set to On. Browse to Gaming\Global Settings and ensure AMD CrossFire is recommended (Refer to the manual of identical brand and chip and correct driver (For the latest ...power is set up AMD CrossFire™/NVIDIA® SLI™ Configuration A. Browse to the AMD RADEON SETTINGS screen. A CrossFire/SLI-supported motherboard with two or more information about enabling CrossFire/SLI technology. CrossFire/SLI-ready graphics cards of your graphics cards for the power requirement) B....
... Installing an Expansion Card" and install CrossFire/SLI graphics cards on the PCI Express x16 slots. (To set to On. Browse to Gaming\Global Settings and ensure AMD CrossFire is recommended (Refer to the manual of identical brand and chip and correct driver (For the latest ...power is set up AMD CrossFire™/NVIDIA® SLI™ Configuration A. Browse to the AMD RADEON SETTINGS screen. A CrossFire/SLI-supported motherboard with two or more information about enabling CrossFire/SLI technology. CrossFire/SLI-ready graphics cards of your graphics cards for the power requirement) B....
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... to this port or use this port to HDMI/DisplayPort. (The item name may differ depending on your device and then remove it from the motherboard. •• When removing the cable, pull it side to side to 192KHz/16bit 8-channel LPCM audio output. USB 3.1 Gen 1 Port The USB 3.1 Gen 1 port...
... to this port or use this port to HDMI/DisplayPort. (The item name may differ depending on your device and then remove it from the motherboard. •• When removing the cable, pull it side to side to 192KHz/16bit 8-channel LPCM audio output. USB 3.1 Gen 1 Port The USB 3.1 Gen 1 port...
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.... CPU: CPU status LED VGA: Graphics card status LED DRAM: Memory status LED BOOT: Operating system status LED CPU DRAM VGA BOOT Quick Buttons This motherboard has 3 quick buttons: power button, reset button and clear CMOS button. PW_SW RST_SW CMOS_SW PW_SW: Power Button RST_SW: Reset Button CMOS_SW: Clear CMOS Button •...
.... CPU: CPU status LED VGA: Graphics card status LED DRAM: Memory status LED BOOT: Operating system status LED CPU DRAM VGA BOOT Quick Buttons This motherboard has 3 quick buttons: power button, reset button and clear CMOS button. PW_SW RST_SW CMOS_SW PW_SW: Power Button RST_SW: Reset Button CMOS_SW: Clear CMOS Button •...
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... and your devices are compliant with the connectors you wish to connect. •• Before installing the devices, be sure to the connector on the motherboard. - 25 -
... and your devices are compliant with the connectors you wish to connect. •• Before installing the devices, be sure to the connector on the motherboard. - 25 -
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If the 12V power connector is turned off and all the components on the motherboard. The 12V power connector mainly supplies power to the power connector in the correct orientation. The power connector possesses a foolproof design. Connect the power supply ...
If the 12V power connector is turned off and all the components on the motherboard. The 12V power connector mainly supplies power to the power connector in the correct orientation. The power connector possesses a foolproof design. Connect the power supply ...
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... it in the correct orientation (the black connector wire is the ground wire). When connecting a fan cable, be installed inside the chassis. The motherboard supports CPU fan speed control, which requires the use of a CPU fan with fan speed control design. Definition 1 GND 1 2 Voltage Speed... a foolproof insertion design. Most fan headers possess a foolproof insertion design. Do not place a jumper cap on this motherboard are not configuration jumper blocks. Hardware Installation 3/4) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN1/2/3/4 (Fan Headers) All fan headers on the headers. - 27 -
... it in the correct orientation (the black connector wire is the ground wire). When connecting a fan cable, be installed inside the chassis. The motherboard supports CPU fan speed control, which requires the use of a CPU fan with fan speed control design. Definition 1 GND 1 2 Voltage Speed... a foolproof insertion design. Most fan headers possess a foolproof insertion design. Do not place a jumper cap on this motherboard are not configuration jumper blocks. Hardware Installation 3/4) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN1/2/3/4 (Fan Headers) All fan headers on the headers. - 27 -
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Refer to unfasten the screw and standoff from the motherboard. Insert the M.2 SSD into the M.2 connector at an angle. Hardware Installation - 32 - To create a RAID array with the screw. _ _B _ _B F_USB3 F _0 _F _ _0 ...
Refer to unfasten the screw and standoff from the motherboard. Insert the M.2 SSD into the M.2 connector at an angle. Hardware Installation - 32 - To create a RAID array with the screw. _ _B _ _B F_USB3 F _0 _F _ _0 ...
