Biostar B550GTQ operation manual

FCC Information and Copyright

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits of a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. There is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.

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Si dichiara che questo prodotto è conforme alle normative vigenti e soddisfa i requisiti essenziali richiesti dalle direttive

2004/108/CE, 2006/95/CE e 1999/05/CE quando ad esso applicabili

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2004/108/CE, 2006/95/CE and 1999/05/CE whenever these laws may be applied

Table Of Contents

FCC Information and Copyright 1 Chapter 1: Introduction 3

1.1 Before You Start 3

1.2 Package Checklist 3

1.3 Specifications 4

1.4 Rear Panel Connectors 6

1.5 Motherboard Layout 7

Chapter 2: Hardware installation 8

2.1	Install Central Processing Unit (CPU)	8
2.2	Install a Heatsink	9
2.3 Connect Cooling Fans		11
2.4 Install System Memory		11
2.5	Expansion Slots	13
2.6 Jumper & Switch Setting		15
2.7 Headers & Connectors		16
2.8 LEDs ..................................................................................................................................		21

Chapter 3: UEFI BIOS & Software 22

3.1 UEFI BIOS Setup 22

3.2 BIOS Update 22

3.3 Software 26

Chapter 4: Useful help 36

4.1 Driver Installation 36

4.2 AMI BIOS Beep Code 37

4.3 AMI BIOS post code 37

4.4 Troubleshooting 39

4.5 RAID Functions 40

APPENDIX I: Specifications in Other Languages 42

Arabic......................................................................................................................................	42
German...................................................................................................................................	44
Russian....................................................................................................................................	46
Spanish ...................................................................................................................................	48
Thai .........................................................................................................................................	50

Japan 52

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Chapter 1: Introduction

1.1 Before You Start

Thank you for choosing our product. Before you start installing the motherboard, please make sure you follow the instructions below:

•  Prepare a dry and stable working environment with sufficient lighting. •  Always disconnect the computer from power outlet before operation.

•  Before you take the motherboard out from anti-static bag, ground yourself properly by touching any safely grounded appliance, or use grounded wrist strap to remove the static charge.

•  Avoid touching the components on motherboard or the rear side of the board unless necessary. Hold the board on the edge, do not try to bend or flex the board.

•  Do not leave any unfastened small parts inside the case after installation. Loose parts will cause short circuits which may damage the equipment.

•  Keep the computer from dangerous area, such as heat source, humid air and water. •  The operating temperatures of the computer should be 0 to 45 degrees Celsius. •  To avoid injury, be careful of:

Sharp pins on headers and connectors

Rough edges and sharp corners on the chassis Damage to wires that could cause a short circuit

1.2Package Checklist

•  Serial ATA Cable x4

•  Quick Installation Guide x1 •  Fully Setup Driver DVD x1

Note

»  The package contents may be different due to the sales region or models in which it was sold. For more information about the standard package in your region, please contact your dealer or sales representative.

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1.3 Specifications

Specifications

		Socket AM4 support AMD® 3rd Gen Ryzen™ (Matisse) processors
	CPU Support	Support for future AMD Ryzen processors with BIOS update
		* Please refer to www.biostar.com.tw for CPU support list.
	Chipset	AMD® B550
		Supports Dual Channel DDR4 1866/2133/2400/2667/2933/3200(OC)
		4 x DDR4 DIMM Memory Slot, Max. Supports up to 128 GB Memory
	Memory	Each DIMM supports non-ECC 8/ 16/ 32 GB DDR4 module
		* DDR4 - 2667 only for Ryzen CPU.
		* Please refer to www.biostar.com.tw for Memory support list.
		6x SATA III Connector (6Gb/s) : Supports AHCI & RAID 0, 1, 10
		2x M.2 (M Key) Socket:
		Supports M.2 Type 2242/ 2260/ 2280 SSD module
		Supports PCI-E 4.0 x4 (64Gb/s)/ 3.0 x4 (32Gb/s) - NVMe/ AHCI SSD
	Storage	Supports SATA III (6.0Gb/s) SSD
		* M.2 (M Key) Socket (PCIE-M2_1):
		The bandwidth is depended on CPU. Supports PCI-E 4.0 x4 (64Gb/s) speed, which depends only on
		Ryzen 3rd Gen Matisse.
		* When PCIE-M2_2 slot is occupied by SATA mode, the SATA3 connector will be disabled.
		* When PCIE-M2_2 slot is occupied by PCI-E mode, the SATA3/ SATA4 connector will be disabled.
	LAN	Realtek RTL 8118AS
		10/ 100/ 1000 Mb/s auto negotiation, Half / Full duplex capability
	Audio Codec	ALC1150
		7.1 Channels, High Definition Audio, Hi-Fi (Front)
		1x USB 3.2 (Gen2) Type-C port (1 on rear I/O)
	USB	1x USB 3.2 (Gen2) Type-A port (1 on rear I/O)
		6x USB 3.2 (Gen1) port (4 on rear I/Os and 2 via internal headers)
		6x USB 2.0 port (2 on rear I/Os and 4 via internal headers)
		1x PCIe 4.0/ 3.0 x16 Slot (PEX16_1):
		Supports x16 lanes with AMD® Ryzen™ 3rd Gen processors. (Matisse only)
		Supports x8 lanes AMD® Ryzen™ with Radeon Vega Graphics processors. (depended on CPU)
	Expansion Slots	1x PCIe 3.0 x16 Slot (PEX16_SB_1): Supports x4 lanes
		2x PCIe 3.0 x1 Slot
		* According to different CPUs will have different speeds.
		* PCIe 4.0 speed only for AMD® Ryzen™ 3rd Gen Matisse.
		* When using PCIe x1 slot (PEX1_1), PCIe x16 slot (PEX16_SB_1) will be adjusted to x1 lanes.
		1x PS/2 Keyboard / Mouse
		1x DVI-D Port
		1x DP Port
		1x HDMI Port
	Rear I/Os	1x LAN port
		1x USB 3.2 (Gen2) Type-C Port
		1x USB 3.2 (Gen2) Type-A Port
		4x USB 3.2 (Gen1) Port
		2x USB 2.0 Port
		3x Audio Jack

»» Continued on Next Page

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Specifications

		6x	SATA III (6.0Gb/s) Connector
		2x USB 2.0 Header (each header supports 2 USB 2.0 ports)
		1x USB 3.2 (Gen1) Header (each header supports 2 USB 3.2 (Gen1) ports)
		1x	8-Pin Power Connector
		1x	24-Pin Power Connector
		1x CPU Fan Connector
		1x CPU water cooling connector (OPT_FAN)
	Internal I/Os	2x	System Fan Connector
		1x Front Panel Header
		1x Front Audio Header
		1x Clear CMOS Header
		1x S/PDIF out Connector
		1x COM Port Header
		2x LED Header (5V)
		1x LED Header (12V)
	Form Factor	uATX Form Factor, 244 mm x 244 mm
	OS Support	Windows 10(64bit)
		Biostar reserves the right to add or remove support for any OS with or without notice.

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1.4Rear Panel Connectors

Note

»» DVI-D/ DP/ HDMI output require an AMD family processor with intedrated graphics.

»» Since the audio chip supports High Definition Audio Specification, the function of each audio jack can be defined by software. The input / output function of each audio jack listed above represents the default setting. However, when connecting external microphone to the audio port, please use the Line In and Mic In audio jack.

»» Maximum resolution DVI-D: 1920 x 1200 @60Hz DP: 4096 x 2160 @60Hz

HDMI: 4096 x 2160 @30Hz, compliant with HDMI 2.0

»» When using the front HD audio jack and plug in the headset, the rear sound will be automatically Disabled.

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1.5 Motherboard Layout

Note

»  represents the 1st pin.

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Chapter 2: Hardware installation

2.1 Install Central Processing Unit (CPU)

Step 1: Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard

Step 2: Pull the socket locking out from the socket and then raise the lever up to a 90-degree angel.

Step 3: Look for the white triangle on socket, and the gold triangle on CPU should point towards this white triangle. The CPU will fit only in the correct orientation.

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Step 4: Hold the CPU down firmly, and then close the lever to locked the position

Note

»  Please turn off the Power Supply before remove the CPU socket.

2.2 Install a Heatsink

<TypeA>

Step 1: Place the heatsink and fan assembly onto the retention frame. Match the heatsink clip with the socket mounting-lug. Hook the spring clip to the mounting-lug.

Step 2: On the other side, push the retention clip straight down to lock into the plastic lug on the retention frame, and then press down the locker until it stops.

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<TypeB>

Step 1: Remove the heatsink and fan assembly bracket on the motherboard and keep the cooler backplane under the motherboard.

Step 2: Place the heatsink and fan assembly on top of the installed CPU and make sure that the fan cable is closest to the CPU fan connector. Please refer diagram to the following screw into the screw hole in the order shown.

Note

»» Do not forget to connect the CPU fan connector.

»» For proper installation, please kindly refer to the installation manual of your CPU heatsink.

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2.3 Connect Cooling Fans

These fan headers support cooling-fans built in the computer. The fan cable and connector may be different according to the fan manufacturer.

CPU1_FAN/ OPT_FAN: CPU Fan Header

PWM Mode

DC Mode

Pin

Assignment

Pin

Assignment

1

Ground

1

Ground

2

+12V

2

Voltage Control

3

Sense

3

Sense

4

Speed Control Signal

4

NC

SYS_FAN1/ SYS_FAN2: System Fan Header

PWM Mode

DC Mode

Pin

Assignment

Pin

Assignment

1

Ground

1

Ground

2

+12V

2

Voltage Control

3

Sense

3

Sense

4

Speed Control Signal

4

NC

Note

»  CPU1_FAN, OPT_FAN, SYS_FAN1/ 2 support 4-pin and 3-pin head connectors. When connecting

with wires onto connectors, please note that the red wire is the positive and should be connected to

pin#2, and the black wire is Ground and should be connected to pin#1(GND).

»» CPU Fan Header (OPT_FAN): Support water cooling fan and CPU fan.

2.4 Install System Memory

DDR4 Modules

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Step 1: Unlock a DIMM slot by pressing the retaining clips outward. Align a DIMM on the slot such that the notch on the DIMM matches the break on the slot.

Step 2: Insert the DIMM vertically and firmly into the slot until the retaining clips snap back in place and the DIMM is properly seated.

Note

»  If the DIMM does not go in smoothly, do not force it. Pull it all the way out and try again.

Memory Capacity

	DIMM Socket Location	DDR4 Module	Total Memory Size
	DIMMA1	8GB/16GB/32GB
	DIMMA2	8GB/16GB/32GB	Max is 128GB.
	DIMMB1	8GB/16GB/32GB
	DIMMB2	8GB/16GB/32GB

Dual Channel Memory Installation

Please refer to the following requirements to activate Dual Channel function:

Install memory module of the same density in pairs, shown in the table.

Dual Channel Status	DIMMA1	DIMMA2	DIMMB1	DIMMB2
Enabled	O	X	O	X
Enabled	X	O	X	O
Enabled	O	O	O	O

(O means memory installed, X means memory not installed.)

Note

»  When installing more than one memory module, we recommend to use the same brand and

capacity memory on this motherboard.

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2.5 Expansion Slots

PEX16_1: PCI-Express (Gen3/ Gen4) x16 Slot

•  PCI-Express 3.0 compliant. Theoretical maximum bandwidth using two slots simultaneously is 16GB/s for each slot, a total of 32GB/s.

•  PCI-Express 4.0 compliant. Theoretical maximum bandwidth using two slots simultaneously is 32GB/s for each slot, a total of 64GB/s. (Matisse Only)

•  Supports x16 lanes with AMD® Ryzen™ 3rd Gen processors. (Matisse Only)

•  Supports x8 lanes AMD® Ryzen™ with Radeon Vega Graphics processors. (depended on

CPU)

PEX16_SB_1: PCI-Express (Gen3) x16 Slot (x4 lanes)

•  PCI-Express 3.0 compliant.

•  Theoretical maximum bandwidth using two slots simultaneously is 4GB/s for each slot, a total of 8GB/s.

•  Support x4 bandwidth, when using PCIe x1 slot (PEX1_1), PCIe x16 slot (PEX16_SB_1) will be adjusted to x1 lanes.

PEX1_1/ PEX1_2: PCI-Express (Gen3) x1 Slot

•  PCI-Express 3.0 compliant.

•  Data transfer bandwidth up to 1GB/s per direction; 2GB/s in total.

PCIE-M2_1/ PCIE-M2_2: M.2 (M Key) Socket

•  The M.2 slot supports M.2 Type 2242/2260/2280 SSD module. When installing M.2 SSD module, please place the screw and hex pillar to correct position.

•  PCIE-M2_1:

Support M.2 SATA III (6.0 Gb/s) module and M.2 PCI Express module up to Gen4 x4

(64Gb/s) - NVMe/ AHCI SSD.

•  PCIE-M2_2:

Support M.2 SATA III (6.0 Gb/s) module and M.2 PCI Express module up to Gen3 x4

(32Gb/s) - NVMe/ AHCI SSD.

Note

»» According to different CPUs will have different speeds.

»» PCIe 4.0 speed only for AMD® Ryzen™ 3rd Gen Matisse.

»» M.2 (M Key) Socket (PCIE-M2_1): The bandwidth is depended on CPU.

Supports PCI-E 4.0 x4 (64Gb/s) speed, which depends only on Ryzen 3rd Gen Matisse.

»» When PCIE-M2_2 slot is occupied by SATA mode, the SATA3 connector will be disabled.

»» When PCIE-M2_2 slot is occupied by PCI-E mode, the SATA3/ SATA4 connector will be disabled.

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Install an Expansion Card

You can install your expansion card by following steps:

•  Read the related expansion card’s instruction document before install the expansion card into the computer.

•  Remove your computer’s chassis cover, screws and slot bracket from the computer. •  Place a card in the expansion slot and press down on the card until it is completely

seated in the slot.

•  Secure the card’s metal bracket to the chassis back panel with a screw. (This step is only for installing a VGA card.).

•  Replace your computer’s chassis cover.

•  Power on the computer, if necessary, change BIOS settings for the expansion card. •  Install related driver for the expansion card.

Note

»» Please be note that you will need to use M2 type screwdriver if you want to install or uninstall the screw. It is recommended not to use a screwdriver that does not meet the specifications, otherwise the screw may be damaged.

Install M.2 COOLING Heatsink

Steps of Removing the M.2 COOLING Heatsink:

Step 1:					Step 2:		Step 3:
Before installing the M.2 SSD					Insert M.2 SSD card onto the		After installing the M.2 SSD card,
card, remove the two screws on					M.2 slot and screw it onto the		place the M.2 COOLING Heatsink
the heat sink, and then remove					motherboard.		over the M.2 slot and fasten the
the heat sink.							screws to fix the heatsink onto
							the motherboard.

Note

»» Please follow the installation instructions of M.2 COOLING Heatsink and remove the M.2 COOLING

Heatsink to install the M.2 SSD card onto your motherboard.

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2.6 Jumper & Switch Setting

The illustration shows how to set up jumpers. When the jumper cap is placed on pins, the jumper is “close”, if not, that means the jumper is “open”.

Pin opened

Pin closed

Pin 1-2 closed

JCMOS1: Clear CMOS Jumper

The jumper allows users to restore the BIOS safe setting and the CMOS data. Please carefully follow the procedures to avoid damaging the motherboard.

Pin 1-2 Open:

Normal Operation (default).

Pin 1-2 Short:

Clear CMOS data.

Clear CMOS Procedures:

1.Remove AC power line.

2.Set the jumper to “Pin 1-2 short”, you can use a metal object like a screwdriver to touch the two pins.

3.Wait for five seconds.

4.After clearing the CMOS values, be sure the jumper is “Pin 1-2 open”.

5.Power on the AC.

6.Load Optimal Defaults and save settings in CMOS.

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2.7 Headers & Connectors

ATXPWR1: ATX Power Source Connector

For better compatibility, we recommend to use a standard ATX 24-pin power supply for this connector. Make sure to find the correct orientation before plugging the connector.

																												Pin	Assignment	Pin	Assignment
																												13	+3.3V	1	+3.3V
																												14	-12V	2	+3.3V
																												15	Ground	3	Ground
																												16	PS_ON	4	+5V
																												17	Ground	5	Ground
																												18	Ground	6	+5V
																												19	Ground	7	Ground
																												20	NC	8	PW_OK
																												21	+5V	9	Standby Voltage+5V
																												22	+5V	10	+12V
																												23	+5V	11	+12V
																												24	Ground	12	+3.3V

ATXPWR2: ATX Power Source Connector

The connector provides +12V to the CPU power circuit. If the CPU power plug is 4-pin, please plug it into Pin 1-2-5-6 of ATXPWR2.

																													Pin	Assignment
																													1	+12V
																													2	+12V
																													3	+12V
																													4	+12V
																													5	Ground
																													6	Ground
																													7	Ground
																													8	Ground

Note

»  Before you power on the system, please make sure that both ATXPWR1 and ATXPWR2 connectors have been plugged-in.

»  Insufficient power supplied to the system may result in instability or the peripherals not functioning properly. Use of a PSU with a higher power output is recommended when configuring a system with more power-consuming devices.

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PANEL1: Front Panel Header

This 16-pin header includes Power-on, Reset, HDD LED, Power LED, and speaker connection.

Pin

Assignment

Function

Pin

Assignment

Function

1

+5V

2

N/A

N/A

3

N/A

Speaker

4

N/A

Connector

5

N/A

6

N/A

N/A

7

Speaker

8

Power LED (+)

Power

9

HDD LED (+)

Hard drive

10

Power LED (+)

LED

11

HDD LED (-)

LED

12

Power LED (-)

13

Ground

Reset

14

Power button

Power-on

button

button

15

Reset control

16

Ground

SATA_1U/ SATA_1L/ SATA_2U/ SATA_2L/ SATA3/ SATA4: Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s Connectors

These connectors connect to SATA hard disk drives via SATA cables.

																																													Pin	Assignment
																																													1	Ground
																																													2	TX+
																																													3	TX-
																																													4	Ground
																																													5	RX-
																																													6	RX+
																																													7	Ground

SATA Connectors:

When M.2 Slot is installed with PCIe or SATA SSD mode interface, the usage status of SATA connector. (* O means SATA connector enables, X means SATA connector disables.)

2x M.2 PCIe SSD Slot -- 4x SATA HDDs

1x M.2 SATA SSD Slot + 1x M.2 PCIe SSD Slot

-- 4x SATA HDDs

SATA_1U	SATA_2U	SATA3
O	O	X
SATA_1L	SATA_2L	SATA4
O	O	X

SATA_1U	SATA_2U	SATA3
O	O	X
SATA_1L	SATA_2L	SATA4
O	O	X

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1x M.2 PCIe SSD Slot -- 4x SATA HDDs

SATA_1U	SATA_2U	SATA3
O	O	X
SATA_1L	SATA_2L	SATA4
O	O	X

2x M.2 SATA SSD Slot -- 5x SATA HDDs

SATA_1U	SATA_2U	SATA3
O	O	X
SATA_1L	SATA_2L	SATA4
O	O	O

1x M.2 PCIe SSD Slot + 1x M.2 SATA SSD Slot 1x M.2 SATA SSD Slot -- 5x SATA HDDs -- 5x SATA HDDs

SATA_1U	SATA_2U	SATA3
O	O	X
SATA_1L	SATA_2L	SATA4
O	O	O

SATA_1U	SATA_2U	SATA3
O	O	X
SATA_1L	SATA_2L	SATA4
O	O	O

Note

»» When PCIE-M2_2 slot is occupied by SATA mode, the SATA3 connector will be disabled.

»» When PCIE-M2_2 slot is occupied by PCI-E mode, the SATA3/ SATA4 connector will be disabled.

JFRONT_USB3_1: Header for USB 3.2 (Gen1) Ports at Front Panel

This header allows user to add additional USB ports on the PC front panel, and also can be connected with a wide range of external peripherals.

																													Pin	Assignment	Pin	Assignment
																													1	VBUS0	11	D2+
																													2	SSRX1-	12	D2-
																													3	SSRX1+	13	Ground
																													4	Ground	14	SSTX2+
																													5	SSTX1-	15	SSTX2-
																													6	SSTX1+	16	Ground
																													7	Ground	17	SSRX2+
																													8	D1-	18	SSRX2-
																													9	D1+	19	VBUS1
																													10	ID	20	Key

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F_USB1/ F_USB2: Header for USB 2.0 Ports at Front Panel

This header allows user to add additional USB ports on the PC front panel, and also can be connected with a wide range of external peripherals.

																																	Pin	Assignment
																																	1	+5V (fused)
																																	2	+5V (fused)
																																	3	USB-
																																	4	USB-
																																	5	USB+
																																	6	USB+
																																	7	Ground
																																	8	Ground
																																	9	Key
																																	10	NC

JSPDIFOUT1: Digital Audio-out Connector

The connector is for connecting the S/PDIF output bracket.

																														Pin	Assignment
																														1	Ground
																														2	SPDIF_OUT
																														3	NA
																														4	+5V

F_AUDIO1: Front Panel Audio Header

This header allows user to connect the chassis-mount front panel audio I/O which supports HD and AC’97 audio standards.

																										HD Audio		AC’97
																										Pin	Assignment	Pin	Assignment
																										1	Mic Left in	1	Mic In
																										2	Ground	2	Ground
																										3	Mic Right in	3	Mic Power
																										4	GPIO	4	Audio Power
																										5	Right line in	5	RT Line Out
																										6	Jack Sense	6	RT Line Out
																										7	Front Sense	7	Reserved
																										8	Key	8	Key
																										9	Left line in	9	LFT Line Out
																										10	Jack Sense	10	LFT Line Out

Note

»  It is recommended that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to

avail of the motherboard’s high definition audio capability.

»  Please try to disable the “Front Panel Jack Detection” if you want to use an AC’97 front audio output

cable. The function can be found via O.S. Audio Utility.

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J_COM1: Serial Port Connector

The motherboard has a serial port header for connecting RS-232 Port.

																									Pin	Assignment
																									1	Carrier detect
																									2	Received data
																									3	Transmitted data
																									4	Data terminal ready
																									5	Signal ground
																									6	Data set ready
																									7	Request to send
																									8	Clear to send
																									9	Ring indicator
																									10	Key

12V_LED: RGB LED Device (5050 SMD) Header

This header providers 12V power and RGB control pins for RGB LED Device (5050 SMD).

Pin

Cable Color

Assignment

1

12V (Black)

VCC12

2

G (Green)

LED_GREEN

3

R (Red)

LED_RED

4

B (Blue)

LED_BLUE

5V_LED1/ 5V_LED2: Addressable RGB LED Device (WS2818B) Header

This header providers 5V power and Data control pins for ARGB LED Device (WS2818B).

																																				Pin	Assignment
																																				1	VCC5
																																				2	Data
																																				3	N/A
																																				4	GND

Note

»  Ensure proper pin connecting to your LED device, wrong connection may damage your LED device or

motherboard.

»» The 12V_LED connector supports to 5050 RGB LED strips with the maximum power rating of 3A

(12V).

»» The 5V_LED connector supports up to 300 LEDs WS2818B individually Addressable RGB LED strips

with the maximum power rating of 3A (5V).

»» Please use the Vivid LED DJ software to control the LEDs. For detailed software setting information,

refer to chapter 3.3 .

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2.8 LEDs

LEDs

Below LEDs are controlled by RACING GT EVO program. Please refer to Chapter 3.3 for more detail software setting.

1. RGB LED Header (5V/ 12V)

2. ARMOR GEAR LED

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Chapter 3: UEFI BIOS & Software

3.1 UEFI BIOS Setup

•  The BIOS Setup program can be used to view and change the BIOS settings for the computer. The BIOS Setup program is accessed by pressing the <DEL> key after the Power-On Self-Test (POST) memory test begins and before the operating system boot begins.

•  For further information of setting up the UEFI BIOS, please refer to the UEFI BIOS Manual on our website.

3.2 BIOS Update

The BIOS can be updated using either of the following utilities:

•  BIOSTAR BIO-Flasher: Using this utility, the BIOS can be updated from a file on a hard disk, a USB drive (a flash drive or a USB hard drive), or a CD-ROM.

•  BIOSTAR BIOS Update Utility: It enables automated updating while in the Windows environment. Using this utility, the BIOS can be updated from a file on a hard disk, a USB drive (a flash drive or a USB hard drive), or a CD-ROM, or from the file location on the

Web.

BIOSTAR BIO-Flasher

Note

»  This utility only allows storage device with FAT32/16 format and single partition.

»  Shutting down or resetting the system while updating the BIOS will lead to system boot failure.

Updating BIOS with BIOSTAR BIO-Flasher

1.Go to the website to download the latest BIOS file for the motherboard.

2.Then, copy and save the BIOS file into a USB flash (pen) drive.(Only supported FAT/FAT32 format)

3.Insert the USB pen drive that contains the BIOS file to the USB port.

4.Power on or reset the computer and then press <F12> during the POST process.

5.After entering the POST screen, the BIO-FLASHER

utility pops out. Choose <fs0> to search for the BIOS file.

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6. Select the proper BIOS file, and a message asking if you are sure to flash the BIOS file. Click “Yes” to start updating BIOS.

7.A dialog pops out after BIOS flash is completed, asking you to restart the system. Press the <Y> key to restart system.

8.While the system boots up and the full screen logo shows up, press <DEL> key to enter BIOS setup.

After entering the BIOS setup, please go to the <Save & Exit>, using the <Restore Defaults> function to load Optimized Defaults, and select <Save Changes and Reset> to restart the computer. Then the BIOS Update is completed.

BIOS Update Utility (through the Internet)

1.Installing BIOS Update Utility from the DVD Driver.

2.Please make sure the system is connected to the internet before using this function.

3.Launch BIOS Update Utility and click the

“Online Update” button on the main screen.

4. An open dialog will show up to request your agreement to start the BIOS update. Click “Yes” to start the online update procedure.

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5.If there is a new BIOS version, the utility will ask you to download it. Click “Yes” to proceed.

6.After the download is completed, you will be asked to program (update) the BIOS or not. Click “Yes” to proceed.

7.After the updating process is finished, you will be asked you to reboot the system. Click

“OK” to reboot.

8.While the system boots up and the full screen logo shows up, press <DEL> key to enter BIOS setup.

After entering the BIOS setup, please go to the <Save & Exit>, using the <Restore Defaults> function to load Optimized Defaults, and select <Save Changes> and <Reset> to restart the computer. Then, the BIOS Update is completed.

BIOS Update Utility (through a BIOS file)

1.Installing BIOS Update Utility from the DVD Driver.

2.Download the proper BIOS from http://www.biostar.com.tw/

3.Launch BIOS Update Utility and click the “Update

BIOS” button on the main screen.

4. A warning message will show up to request your agreement to start the BIOS update. Click “OK” to start the update procedure.

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5.Choose the location for your BIOS file in the system. Please select the proper BIOS file, and then click on “Open”. It will take several minutes, please be patient.

6.After the BIOS Update process is finished, click on “OK” to reboot the system.

7.While the system boots up and the full screen logo shows up, press <DEL> key to enter BIOS setup.

After entering the BIOS setup, please go to the <Save & Exit>, using the <Restore Defaults> function to load Optimized Defaults, and select <Save Changes and Reset> to restart the computer. Then, the BIOS Update is completed.

Backup BIOS

Click the Backup BIOS button on the main screen for the backup of BIOS, and select a proper location for your backup BIOS file in the system, and click “Save”.

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3.3 Software

Installing Software

1.Insert the Setup DVD to the optical drive. The driver installation program would appear if the Auto-run function has been enabled.

2.Select Software Installation, and then click on the respective software title.

3.Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.

Launching Software

After the installation process is completed, you will see the software icon showing on the desktop. Double-click the icon to launch it.

Note

»  All the information and content about following software are subject to be changed without notice.

For better performance, the software is being continuously updated.

»  The information and pictures described below are for your reference only. The actual information

and settings on board may be slightly different from this manual.

BIOScreen Utility

This utility allows you to personalize your boot logo easily. You can choose BMP as your boot logo so as to customize your computer.

Please follow the step-by-step instructions below to update boot logo: •  Load Image: Choose the picture as the boot logo.

•  Transform: Transform the picture for BIOS and preview the result.

•  Update Bios: Write the picture to BIOS Memory to complete the update.

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RACING GT EVO

RACING GT EVO is an easy-to-use program that integrates several BIOSTAR utilities and allows users to configure these utilities simultaneously and seamlessly.

Note

»  Menu contents of RACING GT EVO will be different slightly, depending on different motherboard of

users’ computers.

»» When the software is installed or removed, restart your computer.

System Information

This System Information tab provides you an overview of the basic system information.

1.Clocks: Shows core speed, multiplier and bus speed.

2.Motherboard: Shows motherboard information.

3.Processor: Shows CPU information.

4.Memory: Shows memory information.

»» Click on different memory slot buttons to get the memory information.

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SmartEAR

Smart EAR allows you to control system volume and adjust impedance setting (Low/High Gain) to optimize your headphone performance. You can easily enjoy high-quality and awesome sound.

Requirements:

1.A chassis with front audio output jacks

2.An earphone or a headphone

3.Windows 7 (32/64bit)/ 8.1(64bit)/ 10(64bit) operation system

Installation Guide:

1.Make sure the front audio cable of the chassis connected to the front audio header of the motherboard properly.

2.Install the RACING GT EVO program from the driver DVD.

3.Connect the earphone or headphone to the front audio jack of the chassis or audio lineout port of rear I/Os.

»» If you want to use an AC’97 front audio output cable, please disable the “Front Panel Jack

Detection” setting. This setting can be found via O.S. Audio Utility.

1.Volume Control Knob: The volume can be finely adjusted by turning the knob either clockwise or anti-clockwise to increase or decrease system volume accordingly.

2.Mute: To disable system sound.

3.High/Low Gain Switch: Keep the gain switch to low for low impedance headphone and set to high for high impedance headphone.

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GT Touch

GT Touch allows you to adjust Normal, ECO and Sport mode when running RACING GT EVO program in Windows environment.

1.Normal Mode: It balances energy consumption and system performance.

2.ECO Mode: It saves energy by slightly reducing system performance.

3.Sport Mode: It provides the highest level of system performance.

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Vivid LED DJ

Vivid LED DJ can adjust your color scheme of ARMOR GEAR, RGB LED Device.

1. LED COMMANDER: Allows you to select the LED mode.

•  Default : Default LED illuminations. (Blue light)

•  RAZER : Allows you to connect to the RAZER app to sync the motherboard lights.

»» When using RAZER mode, turn off RACING GT Software and LED illumination will return to the default state.

»» RAZER mode is to achieve LED illumination synchronization through the connection with RAZER software.

»» RAZER software must be installed to use RAZER mode. RAZER ICON will appear after the software is installed.

»» When using RAZER mode, it must be used with RAZER related devices and peripheral devices. »» RAZER related information please go to RAZER official website download.

•  RGB Sync : Allows you to synchronize the LED Type item settings. 2. LED Type: Select the LED lighting blocks.

•  System : System LED illuminations. (Racing ARMOR) •  12V LED : The 12V LED illumination. (12V_LED Device) •  5V LED : The 5V LED illumination. (5V_LED Device)

•  Memory Sync : The RGB Audio LED illumination. (Memory LED)

3.ON/OFF: To enable or disable VIVID LED function.

4.ON/OFF: Allows you to enable or disable LED of a single item.

5.Color Palette: Allows to you choose specific color of the LEDs.

6.LED Brightness Bar: Allows you to adjust the LED brightness.

7.Auto: LEDs will Automatically change the Color Palette and LED Brightness.

»» If you select Auto mode, the Color Pallette and LED Brightness Bar will disabled.

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