Gigabyte GA-X99M-GAMING 5 User Manual

GA-X99M-Gaming 5

User's Manual

Rev. 1001

12ME-X99MGM5-1001R

Motherboard

GA-X99M-Gaming 5

Oct. 24, 2014

Motherboard

GA-X99M-Gaming 5

Oct. 24, 2014

Copyright

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Changes to the specifications and features in this manual may be made by GIGABYTE without prior notice.

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Documentation Classifications

In order to assist in the use of this product, GIGABYTE provides the following types of

documentations:

For quick set-up of the product, read the Quick Installation Guide included with the product.For detailed product information, carefully 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 looks like this: "REV: X.X." For example, "REV: 1.0" means the revision of the motherboard is 1.0. Check your motherboard revision before updating motherboard BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical information.

Example:

Table of Contents

Box Contents....................................................................................................................			6
Optional Items..................................................................................................................			6
GA-X99M-Gaming 5 Motherboard Layout.......................................................................			7
GA-X99M-Gaming 5 Motherboard Block Diagram...........................................................			8
Chapter 1 Hardware Installation......................................................................................			9
1-1	Installation Precautions.....................................................................................		9
1-2	Product Specifications....................................................................................		10
1-3	Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler................................................................		13
1-3-1		Installing the CPU...................................................................................................	13
1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler........................................................................................			15
1-4	Installing the Memory......................................................................................		16
1-4-1 4 Channel Memory Configuration...........................................................................			16
1-4-2		Installing a Memory.................................................................................................	17
1-5	Installing an Expansion Card..........................................................................		18
1-6	Setting up AMD CrossFire™/NVIDIA® SLI™ Configuration...............................		19
1-7	Back Panel Connectors..................................................................................		20
1-8	Onboard Buttons, Switches, and LEDs..........................................................		22
1-9	Changing the Operational Amplifier................................................................		23
1-10	Internal Connectors........................................................................................		24
Chapter 2 BIOS Setup...................................................................................................			35
2-1	Startup Screen................................................................................................		36
2-2	The Main Menu...............................................................................................		37
2-3	M.I.T................................................................................................................		40
2-4	System Information.........................................................................................		52
2-5	BIOS Features................................................................................................		53
2-6	Peripherals......................................................................................................		56
2-7	Chipset............................................................................................................		57
2-8	Power Management........................................................................................		60
2-9	Save & Exit.....................................................................................................		62
Chapter 3 Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s)...................................................................			63
3-1	Configuring SATA Controllers.........................................................................		63
3-2	Installing the SATA RAID/AHCI Driver and Operating System.......................		75

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Chapter 4 Drivers Installation........................................................................................		79
4-1	Chipset Drivers...............................................................................................	79
4-2	Application Software.......................................................................................	80
4-3	Information......................................................................................................	80

Chapter 5 Unique Features...........................................................................................			81
5-1	BIOS Update Utilities......................................................................................		81
	5-1-1	Updating the BIOS with the Q-Flash Utility.............................................................	81
	5-1-2	Updating the BIOS with the @BIOS Utility..............................................................	84
5-2	APP Center.....................................................................................................		85
	5-2-1	EasyTune................................................................................................................	86
	5-2-2	System Information Viewer.....................................................................................	87
	5-2-3	EZ Setup.................................................................................................................	88
	5-2-4	Fast Boot.................................................................................................................	91
	5-2-5	Smart TimeLock......................................................................................................	92
	5-2-6	Smart Recovery 2...................................................................................................	93
	5-2-7	USB Blocker............................................................................................................	95
	5-2-8	Ambient LED...........................................................................................................	96
	5-2-9	V-Tuner....................................................................................................................	97
	5-2-10	Smart Switch...........................................................................................................	98
	5-2-11	Cloud Station Server...............................................................................................	99
	5-2-12	Game Controller....................................................................................................	105

Chapter 6 Appendix.....................................................................................................			107
6-1	Configuring Audio Input and Output..............................................................		107
	6-1-1	Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio.................................................................	107
	6-1-2	Configuring S/PDIF Out........................................................................................	109
	6-1-3	Configuring Microphone Recording.......................................................................	110
	6-1-4 Using the Sound Recorder....................................................................................		112
6-2	Troubleshooting............................................................................................		113
	6-2-1	Frequently Asked Questions ................................................................................	113
	6-2-2	Troubleshooting Procedure...................................................................................	114
6-3	Debug LED Codes........................................................................................		116
Regulatory Statements............................................................................................			120
Contact Us...............................................................................................................			123

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Box Contents

55 GA-X99M-Gaming 5 motherboard

55 Motherboard driver disk

55 User's Manual

55 Quick Installation Guide

55 Four SATA cables

55 I/O Shield

55 One 2-Way SLI bridge connector

The box contents above are for reference only and the actual items shall depend on the product package you obtain. The box contents are subject to change without notice.

Optional Items

2-port USB 2.0 bracket (Part No. 12CR1-1UB030-6*R)eSATA bracket (Part No. 12CF1-3SATPW-4*R)

3.5" Front Panel with 2 USB 3.0/2.0 ports (Part No. 12CR1-FPX582-2*R)

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GA-X99M-Gaming 5 Motherboard Layout

KB_MS

R_USB

R_USB30_20

DDR4 1 A	DDR4 2 B
uPD720210 Renesas ®

ATX_12V_2X4

LGA2011-3

D 4 DDR4

C 3 DDR4

CPU_OPT

CMOS_SW

PW_SW RST_SW SB

BIOS_SW

ATX

USB30_LAN

AUDIO

ANTENNA_BRACKET

SYS_FAN1 E2201 LAN

Atheros Killer

Qualcomm®

PCIE_1

GAIN

PCIE_4

CODEC

PCIE_2

PCIE_3

CPU_FAN

BAT

GA-X99M-Gaming 5

M2 WIFI

M2 10G

iTE® Super I/O

SYS_FAN3

B_BIOS BBIOS_LED

M_BIOS

Intel® X99

LED	2
	3 54
MBIOS_	SATA 3			EXPRESS
				SATA_
	1 0
	SATA 3
1 0

32

3sSATA CLR_CMOS

Debug LED (Note)

F_AUDIO	SPDIF_O	F_USB1 F_USB2	F_USB30_1	F_USB30_2	F_PANEL
System Temperature	SYS_	FAN2		System Temperature
Sensor 2				Sensor 1

(Note) For debug code information, please refer to Chapter 6.

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GA-X99M-Gaming 5 Motherboard Block Diagram

1 PCI	1 PCI	1 PCI
Express x16	Express x16	Express x8

PCIe CLK

(100 MHz)

x16	x16	x8
PCI Express Bus

LGA2011-3

CPU CLK+/- (100 MHz)

DDR4 2133/1866/1600/1333 MHz

CPU

4 Channel Memory

DMI 2.0

			LAN		or	M.2
						SATA Express
			RJ45		Switch
1 PCI Express x1					or	2 SATA 6Gb/s
		Qualcomm®
PCIe CLK		Atheros Killer			4 SATA 6Gb/s
		E2201 LAN
(100 MHz)
x1			x1		4 SATA 6Gb/s
				Intel® X99
PCI Express Bus
					Renesas®
		Dual BIOS		uPD720210 Hub		4 USB 3.0/2.0
					4 USB 3.0/2.0
	CODEC				10 USB 2.0/1.1
Out Out Out	MIC	Out In	Out	LPC Bus	iTE®
		Line			Super I/O
Speaker Speaker Speaker		Line	S/PDIF		PS/2 KB/Mouse
Rear Center/Subwoofer Side
For detailed product information/limitation(s), refer to "1-2 Product Specifications."
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Chapter 1 Hardware Installation

1-1 Installation Precautions

The motherboard contains numerous delicate electronic circuits and components which can become damaged as a result of electrostatic discharge (ESD). Prior to installation, carefully read the user's manual and follow these procedures:

•• Prior to installation, make sure the chassis is suitable for the motherboard.

•• Prior to installation, do not remove or break motherboard S/N (Serial Number) sticker or warranty sticker provided by your dealer. These stickers are required for warranty validation.

•• Always remove the AC power by unplugging the power cord from the power outlet before installing or removing the motherboard or other hardware components.

•• When connecting hardware components to the internal connectors on the motherboard, make sure they are connected tightly and securely.

•• When handling the motherboard, avoid touching any metal leads or connectors.

•• It is best to wear an electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap when handling electronic components such as a motherboard, CPU or memory. If you do not have an ESD wrist strap, keep your hands dry and first touch a metal object to eliminate static electricity.

•• Prior to installing the motherboard, please have it on top of an antistatic pad or within an electrostatic shielding container.

•• Before unplugging the power supply cable from the motherboard, make sure the power supply has been turned off.

•• Before turning on the power, make sure the power supply voltage has been set according to the local voltage standard.

•• Before using the product, please verify that all cables and power connectors of your hardware components are connected.

•• To prevent damage to the motherboard, do not allow screws to come in contact with the motherboard circuit or its components.

•• Make sure there are no leftover screws or metal components placed on the motherboard or within the computer casing.

•• Do not place the computer system on an uneven surface.

•• Do not place the computer system in a high-temperature environment.

•• Turning on the computer power during the installation process can lead to damage to system components as well as physical harm to the user.

•• If you are uncertain about any installation steps or have a problem related to the use of the product, please consult a certified computer technician.

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1-2	Product Specifications
	CPU		Support for Intel® Core™ i7 processors in the LGA2011-3 package
			(Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.)
			L3 cache varies with CPU
	Chipset		Intel® X99 Express Chipset
	Memory		4 x DDR4 DIMM sockets supporting up to 32 GB of system memory
				* DuetoaWindows32-bitoperatingsystemlimitation,whenmorethan4GBofphysical
				memory is installed, the actual memory size displayed will be less than the size of
				the physical memory installed.
			4 channel memory architecture
			Support for DDR4 2133/1866/1600/1333 MHz memory modules
			Support for non-ECC memory modules
			Support for Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory modules
			Support for RDIMM 1Rx8 memory modules (operate in non-ECC mode)
			(GotoGIGABYTE'swebsiteforthelatestsupportedmemoryspeedsandmemory
			modules.)
	Audio		Realtek® ALC1150 codec
			High Definition Audio
			2/4/5.1/7.1-channel
			Support for S/PDIF Out
	LAN		Qualcomm® Atheros Killer E2201 chip (10/100/1000 Mbit)
	Expansion Slots		2 x PCI Express x16 slots, running at x16 (PCIE_1/PCIE_2)
				* For optimum performance, if only one PCI Express graphics card is to be installed,
				be sure to install it in the PCIE_1 slot; if you are installing two PCI Express graphics
				cards, it is recommended that you install them in the PCIE_1 and PCIE_2 slots.
			1 x PCI Express x16 slot, running at x8 (PCIE_3)
				* When an i7-5820K CPU is installed, the PCIE_2 slot operates at up to x8 mode and
				the PCIE_3 operates at up to x4 mode.
			(All PCI Express x16 slots conform to PCI Express 3.0 standard.)
			1 x PCI Express x1 slot
			(The PCI Express x1 slot conforms to PCI Express 2.0 standard.)
			1 x M.2 Socket 1 connector for the wireless communication module (M2_WIFI)
	Multi-Graphics		Support for 2-Way AMD CrossFire™/NVIDIA® SLI™ technology
	Technology
	Storage Interface		Chipset:
			-	1 x M.2 Socket 3 connector (M2_10G)
			-	1 x SATA Express connector
			-	6 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors (SATA3 0~5)
			-	Support for RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, and RAID 10
				* Only AHCI mode is supported when an M.2 PCIe SSD or a SATA Express device is

installed.

(M2_10G, SATA Express, and SATA3 4/5 connectors can only be used one at a time. The SATA3 4/5 connectors will become unavailable when an M.2 SSD is installed in the M2_10G connector.)

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Storage Interface		Chipset:
		-	4 x SATA6Gb/s connectors (sSATA3 0~3), supporting IDE andAHCI modes
			only
		(An operating system installed on the SATA3 0~5 ports cannot be used on the
		sSATA3 0~3 ports.)
USB		Chipset:
		-	4 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports (available through the internal USB headers)
		-	10 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (6 ports on the back panel, 4 ports available through
			the internal USB headers)

	Chipset + Renesas® uPD720210 USB 3.0 Hub:
	-	4 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports on the back panel
Internal	1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector
Connectors	1 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector
	1 x M.2 Socket 3 connector
	1 x SATA Express connector
	10 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors
	1 x CPU fan header
	1 x water cooling fan header (CPU_OPT)
	3 x system fan headers
	1 x front panel header
	1 x front panel audio header
	1 x S/PDIF Out header
	2 x USB 3.0/2.0 headers
	2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers
	1 x Clear CMOS jumper
	1 x power button
	1 x reset button
	1 x Clear CMOS button
	1 x audio gain control switch
	2 x BIOS switches
Back Panel	1 x PS/2 keyboard port
Connectors	1 x PS/2 mouse port
	6 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports
	4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports
	1 x RJ-45 port
	1 x optical S/PDIF Out connector
	5 x audio jacks (Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out, Rear Speaker Out, Line In,
	Line Out, Mic In)
	2 x Wi-Fi antenna connector holes
I/O Controller	iTE® I/O Controller Chip

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	Hardware		System voltage detection
	Monitor		CPU/System/Chipset temperature detection
		CPU/CPU OPT/System fan speed detection
			CPU/System/Chipset overheating warning
		CPU/CPU OPT/System fan fail warning
		CPU/CPU OPT/System fan speed control
				* Whether the fan speed control function is supported will depend on the cooler you
				install.
	BIOS		2 x 128 Mbit flash
		Use of licensed AMI UEFI BIOS
		Support for DualBIOS™
		PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.7, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 5.0
	Unique Features		Support for APP Center
				* Available applications in APP Center may differ by motherboard model. Supported
				functions of each application may also differ depending on motherboard
				specifications.
			-	@BIOS
			-	Ambient LED
			-	EasyTune
			-	EZ Setup
			-	Fast Boot
			-	Game Controller
			-	Cloud Station
			-	ON/OFF Charge
			-	Smart TimeLock
			-	Smart Recovery 2
			-	System Information Viewer
			-	USB Blocker
			-	V-Tuner
			Support for Q-Flash
		Support for Smart Switch
		Support for Xpress Install
	Bundled		Norton® Internet Security (OEM version)
	Software		Intel® Smart Response Technology
	Operating	Support for Windows 8.1/8/7
	System
	Form Factor		Micro-ATX Form Factor; 24.4cm x 24.4cm

*GIGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to the product specifications and product-related information without prior notice.

*Please visit the Support & Downloads\Utility page on GIGABYTE's website to check the supported operating system(s) for the software listed in the "Unique Features" and "Bundled Software" columns.

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1-3	Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler
	Read the following guidelines before you begin to install the CPU:
	••	Make sure 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 power outlet before installing the
		CPU to prevent hardware damage.
	••	Locate the pin one of the CPU. The CPU cannot be inserted if oriented incorrectly. (Or you may
		locate the notches on both sides of the CPU and alignment keys on the CPU socket.)
	••	Apply an even and thin layer of thermal grease on the surface of the CPU.
	••	Do not turn on the computer if the CPU cooler is not installed, otherwise overheating and damage
		of the CPU may occur.
	••	Set the CPU host frequency in accordance with the CPU specifications. It is not recommended
		that the system bus frequency be set beyond hardware specifications since it does not meet the
		standard requirements for the peripherals. If you wish to set the frequency beyond the standard
		specifications, please do so according to your hardware specifications including the CPU, graphics
		card, memory, hard drive, etc.

1-3-1 Installing the CPU

A. Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the CPU.

LGA2011-3 CPU Socket

Alignment Key	Alignment Key	Pin One Corner of
		the CPU Socket

Alignment Key Alignment Key

LGA2011-3 CPU

Notch Notch

Triangle Pin One

Marking on the CPU

Notch Notch

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Hardware Installation

B. Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU into the motherboard CPU socket.

•• Before installing the CPU, make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the CPU.

•• To protect the socket contacts, do not remove the protective plastic cover unless the CPU is inserted into the CPU socket. Save the cover properly and replace it if the CPU is removed.

Lever A				Lever B

Step 1:

Push the lever closest to the "unlock" mark " "

(below referred as leverA) down and away from the socket to release it.

Step 3:

Gently press lever A to allow the load plate to rise. Open the load plate. Note: DO NOT touch the socket contacts after the load plate is opened.

Step 5:

Once the CPU is properly inserted, carefully replace the load plate. Then secure lever B under its retention tab.

Step 2:

Push the lever closest to the "lock" mark ""

(below referred as lever B) down and away from the socket. Then lift the lever.

Step 4:

Hold the CPU with your thumb and index fingers. Align the CPU pin one mark (triangle) with the triangle mark on metal socket frame and carefully insert the CPU into the socket vertically.

Step 6:

Finally, secure lever A under its retention tab to complete the installation of the CPU. Then carefully remove the plastic cover. Save it properly and always replace it when the CPU is not installed.

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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 differ depending the CPU cooler to be used. Refer to the user's manual for your CPU cooler.)

Step 1:		Step 2:
Apply an even and thin layer of thermal grease on		Place the cooler atop the CPU, aligning the four
the surface of the installed CPU.		mounting screws with the mounting holes on
		the ILM.

Step 3:	Step 4:
Use one hand to hold the cooler and the other to	Finally, attach the power connector of the CPU
tighten the screws in a diagonal sequence with a	cooler to the CPU fan header (CPU_FAN) on the
screw driver. Begin tightening a screw with a few	motherboard.
turns and repeat with the screw diagonally opposite
the one you just tightened. Then do the same to
the other pair. Next, fully tighten the four screws.

Use extreme care when removing the CPU cooler because the thermal grease/tape between the CPU cooler and CPU may adhere to the CPU. Inadequately removing the CPU cooler may damage the CPU.

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1-4 Installing the Memory

Read the following guidelines before you begin to install the memory:

•• Make sure that the motherboard supports the memory. It is recommended that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips 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 prevent hardware damage.

•• Memory modules have a foolproof design. A memory module can be installed in only one direction. If you are unable to insert the memory, switch the direction.

1-4-1 4 Channel Memory Configuration

This motherboard provides four DDR4 memory sockets and supports 4 Channel Technology. After the memory is installed, the BIOS will automatically detect the specifications and capacity of the memory. The four DDR4 memory sockets are divided into four channels and each channel has one memory socket as following:

Channel A: DDR4_1_AChannel B: DDR4_2_BChannel C: DDR4_3_CChannel D: DDR4_4_D

DDR4 1 A DDR4 2 B

DDR4 4 D DDR4 3 C

Refer to the table below for memory installation according to the number of the memory modules you want to install:

		DDR4_1_A	DDR4_2_B	DDR4_4_D	DDR4_3_C
1	Module	- -	•	- -	- -
2	Modules	- -	•	•	- -
4	Modules	•	•	•	•

Note 1: If you are using a RDIMM memory, make sure it is a 1Rx8 one.

Note 2: To ensure memory compatibility, we do not recommend that you install RDIMM and UDIMM memory at the same time.

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1-4-2 Installing a Memory

Before installing a memory module, make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the memory module. DDR4 and DDR3 DIMMs are not compatible to each other or DDR2 DIMMs. Be sure to install DDR4 DIMMs on this motherboard.

Notch

DDR4 DIMM

ADDR4 memory module has a notch, so it can only fit in one direction. Follow the steps below to correctly install your memory modules in the memory sockets.

Step 1:

Note the orientation of the memory module. Spread the retaining clip at the right end of the memory socket. Place the memory module on the socket. As indicated in the picture on the left, place your fingers on the top edge of the memory, push down on the memory and insert it vertically into the memory socket.

Step 2:

The clip at the right end of the socket will snap into place when the memory module is securely inserted.

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1-5 Installing an Expansion Card

Read the following guidelines before you begin to install an expansion card:

•• Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Carefully read the manual that came with your expansion card.

•• Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing an expansion card to prevent hardware damage.

PCI Express x16 Slot

PCI Express x1 Slot

Follow the steps below to correctly install your expansion card in the expansion slot.

1.Locate an expansion slot that supports your card. Remove the metal slot cover from the chassis back panel.

2.Align the card with the slot, and press down on the card until it is fully seated in the slot.

3.Make sure the metal contacts on the card are completely inserted into the slot.

4.Secure the card's metal bracket to the chassis back panel with a screw.

5.After installing all expansion cards, replace the chassis cover(s).

6.Turn on your computer. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to make any required BIOS changes for your expansion card(s).

7.Install the driver provided with the expansion card in your operating system.

Example: Installing and Removing a PCI Express Graphics Card:

•• Installing a Graphics Card:

Gently push down on the top edge of the card until it is fully inserted into the PCI Express slot. Make sure the card is securely seated in the slot and does not rock.

•• Removing the Card:

Gently push back on the lever on the slot and then lift the card straight out from the slot.

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1-6 Setting up AMD CrossFire™/NVIDIA® SLI™ Configuration

A.System Requirements

-- Windows 8.1/8/7 operating system

-- A CrossFire/SLI-supported motherboard with two or more PCI Express x16 slots and correct driver -- CrossFire/SLI-ready graphics cards of identical brand and chip and correct driver

-- CrossFire(Note)/SLI bridge connectors

-- A power supply with sufficient power is recommended (Refer to the manual of your graphics cards for the power requirement)

B.Connecting the Graphics Cards

Step 1:

Observe the steps in "1-5 Installing an Expansion Card" and install CrossFire/SLI graphics cards on the PCI

Express x16 slots. (Be sure to nstall the graphics cards in the PCIE_1 and PCIE_2 slots.)

Step 2:

Insert the CrossFire(Note)/SLI bridge connectors in the CrossFire/SLI gold edge connectors on top of the cards. Step 3:

Plug the display cable into the graphics card on the PCIE_1 slot.

C. Configuring the Graphics Card Driver

C-1. To Enable CrossFire Function

After installing the graphics card driver in the operating system, go to the AMD Catalyst Control Center. Browse to Performance\ AMD CrossFireX™ and ensure the Enable AMD CrossFireX check box is selected. If your system has more than two CrossFire cards, select the GPU combination you want to use and click Apply.

(Available combination options are dependent on the number of graphics cards.)

C-2. To Enable SLI Function

After installing the graphics card driver in the operating system, go to the NVIDIA Control Panel. Browse to the ConfigureSLI,Surround,

Physx screen and ensure Maximize 3D performance is enabled.

(Note)	The bridge connector(s) may be needed or not depending on your graphics cards.
	Procedure and driver screen for enabling CrossFire/SLI technology may differ by graphics cards and driver version.
	Refer to the manual that came with your graphics cards for more information about enabling CrossFire/SLI technology.

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Hardware Installation

1-7 Back Panel Connectors

PS/2 Keyboard and PS/2 Mouse Port

Usetheupperport(green)toconnectaPS/2mouseandthelowerport(purple)toconnectaPS/2keyboard.

USB 2.0/1.1 Port

The USB port supports the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. You can connect a USB DAC to this port or use this port for USB devices such as a USB keyboard/mouse, USB printer, USB flash drive and etc.

USB 2.0/1.1 Port

The USB port supports the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Use this port for USB devices such as a USB keyboard/mouse, USB printer, USB flash drive and etc.

USB 3.0/2.0 Port

The USB 3.0 port supports the USB 3.0 specification and is compatible to the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Use this port for USB devices such as a USB keyboard/mouse, USB printer, USB flash drive and etc.

RJ-45 LAN Port

The Gigabit Ethernet LAN port provides Internet connection at up to 1 Gbps data rate. The following describes the states of the LAN port LEDs.

Connection/

Connection/Speed LED:

Activity LED:

Speed LED

Activity LED

State

Description

State

Description

Orange

1 Gbps data rate

Blinking

Data transmission or receiving is

Green

100 Mbps data rate

occurring

Off

10 Mbps data rate

Off

No data transmission or receiving is

LAN Port

occurring

Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out Jack (Orange)

Use this audio jack to connect center/subwoofer speakers in a 5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration.

Rear Speaker Out Jack (Black)

This jack can be used to connect front speakers in a 4/5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration.

Optical S/PDIF Out Connector

This connector provides digital audio out to an external audio system that supports digital optical audio. Before using this feature, ensure that your audio system provides an optical digital audio in connector.

Line In Jack (Blue)

The line in jack. Use this audio jack for line in devices such as an optical drive, walkman, etc.

•• When removing the cable connected to a back panel connector, first remove the cable from your device and then remove it from the motherboard.

•• When removing the cable, pull it straight out from the connector. Do not rock it side to side to prevent an electrical short inside the cable connector.

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Line Out Jack (Green)

The line out jack. This jack supports audio amplifying function. For better sound quality, it is recommended that you connect your headphone/speaker to this jack (actual effects may vary by the device being used).

Use this audio jack for a headphone or 2-channel speaker. This jack can be used to connect front speakers in a 4/5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration.

Mic In Jack (Pink)

The Mic in jack. Microphones must be connected to this jack.

Wi-Fi Antenna Connector Holes

Secure the antenna connectors, washers, and nuts onto the holes.

The audio jacks can be reconfigured to perform different functions via the audio software (supported functions may vary based on hardware specification). If you install a Side Speaker, you need to retask other audio jack to be Side Speaker out. Only microphones still MUST be connected to the default Mic in jack. Refer to the instructions on setting up a 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration in Chapter 6, "Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio."

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1-8 Onboard Buttons, Switches, and LEDs

BIOS Switches and BIOS LED Indicators

TheBIOSswitch(BIOS_SW)allowsuserstoeasilyselectadifferentBIOSforbootuporoverclocking, helpingto reduce BIOS failure during overclocking. The SB switch allows enabling or disabling of the Dual BIOS function.

The LED indicator (MBIOS_LED/BBIOS_LED) shows which BIOS is active.

BIOS_SW

	SB	2	1	1: Main BIOS (Boot from the main BIOS)
	BIOS_SW
	BBIOS_LED	2	1	2: Backup BIOS (Boot from the backup BIOS)
	MBIOS_LED
		SB
		2	1	1: Dual BIOS
		2	1	2: Single BIOS

BIOS LED Indicators:

MBIOS_LED (The main BIOS is active)

BBIOS_LED (The backup BIOS is active)

Quick Buttons

This motherboard has three quick buttons: Power, Reset, and Clear CMOS. The power button and reset button allow users to quickly turn on/off or reset the computer in an open-case environment when they want to change hardware components or conduct hardware testing. Use this button to clear the BIOS configuration and reset the CMOS values to factory defaults when needed.

PW_SW

CMOS_SW

RST_SW

PW_SW: Power Button

CMOS_SW: Clear CMOS Button

RST_SW: Reset Button

•• Always turn off your computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before clearing the CMOS values.

•• NOTE: Do not use the clear CMOS button when the system is on, or the system may shutdown and data loss or damage may occur.

•• Aftersystemrestart,gotoBIOSSetuptoloadfactorydefaults(selectLoadOptimizedDefaults)or manuallyconfiguretheBIOSsettings(refertoChapter2,"BIOSSetup,"forBIOSconfigurations).

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Audio Gain Control Switches

The switch allows for audio gain control for the headphone/speaker out jack on the back panel. Please make sure all of the dips are set in the same position and are set according to your headphone specification (actual effects may vary by the device being used).

	Gain Ratio	DIP Setting
		DIP 1	DIP 2	DIP 3	DIP 4
	2.5X	OFF	OFF	OFF	OFF
	6X	ON	ON	ON	ON

GAIN

1-9 Changing the Operational Amplifier

Step 1:

Use an IC extractor to carefully grip the IC's sides and extract it from the socket.

Step 2:

Align the notch on your OP chip with the notch on the socket and gently press the chip into the socket until seated.

For purchasing the IC extractor and OP Chip, please contact the local dealer.

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1-10 Internal Connectors

1		3	5

						2
	9					7
	4					6
	10					7
	11
						8
	13
	14 4	16	4	15	12	17
1)	ATX_12V_2X4		10)	M2_10G
2)	ATX		11)	M2_WIFI
3)	CPU_FAN		12)	F_PANEL
4)	SYS_FAN1/2/3		13)	F_AUDIO
5)	CPU_OPT		14)	SPDIF_O
6)	SATA_EXPRESS		15)	F_USB30_1/F_USB30_2
7)	SATA3 0/1/2/3/4/5		16)	F_USB1/F_USB2
8)	sSATA3 0/1/2/3		17)	CLR_CMOS
9)	BAT

Read the following guidelines before connecting external devices:

•• First make sure your devices are compliant with the connectors you wish to connect.

•• Before installing the devices, be sure to turn off the devices and your computer. Unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the devices.

•• After installing the device and before turning on the computer, make sure the device cable has been securely attached to the connector on the motherboard.

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1/2) ATX_12V_2X4/ATX (2x4 12V Power Connector and 2x12 Main Power Connector)

With the use of the power connector, the power supply can supply enough stable power to all the components on the motherboard. Before connecting the power connector, first make sure the power supply is turned off and all devices are properly installed. The power connector possesses a foolproof design. Connect the power supply cable to the power connector in the correct orientation.

The 12V power connector mainly supplies power to the CPU. If the 12V power connector is not connected, the computer will not start.

To meet expansion requirements, it is recommended that a power supply that can withstand high power consumption be used (500W or greater). If a power supply is used that does not provide the required power, the result can lead to an unstable or unbootable system.

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1

13

ATX

			ATX_12V_2X4:
			Pin No.	Definition
	5	8	1	GND (Only for 2x4-pin 12V)
	1	4	2	GND (Only for 2x4-pin 12V)
			3	GND
		ATX_12V_2X4
			4	GND
			5	+12V (Only for 2x4-pin 12V)
			6	+12V (Only for 2x4-pin 12V)
			7	+12V
			8	+12V
	ATX:
	Pin No.	Definition	Pin No.	Definition
	1	3.3V	13	3.3V
	2	3.3V	14	-12V
	3	GND	15	GND
	4	+5V	16	PS_ON (soft On/Off)
	5	GND	17	GND
	6	+5V	18	GND
	7	GND	19	GND
	8	Power Good	20	-5V
	9	5VSB (stand by +5V)	21	+5V
	10	+12V	22	+5V
	11	+12V (Only for 2x12-pin	23	+5V (Only for 2x12-pin ATX)
		ATX)
	12	3.3V (Only for 2x12-pin	24	GND (Only for 2x12-pinATX)
		ATX)

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3/4) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN1/2/3 (Fan Headers)

All fan headers on this motherboard are 4-pin. Most fan headers possess a foolproof insertion design.

When connecting a fan cable, be sure to connect it in the correct orientation (the black connector wire is the ground wire). The speed control function requires the use of a fan with fan speed control design. For optimum heat dissipation, it is recommended that a system fan be installed inside the chassis.

						CPU_FAN:
	1					Pin No.	Definition
						1	GND
		CPU_FAN				2	+12V
						3	Sense
						4	Speed Control
						SYS_FAN1/2/3:
						Pin No.	Definition
	1					1	GND
						2	Speed Control
	SYS_FAN1/2/3
						3	Sense
						4	VCC

•• Be sure to connect fan cables to the fan headers to prevent your CPU and system from overheating. Overheating may result in damage to the CPU or the system may hang.

•• Thesefanheadersarenotconfigurationjumperblocks.Donotplaceajumpercapontheheaders.

5)CPU_OPT (Water Cooling CPU Fan Header)

The fan header is 4-pin and possesses a foolproof insertion design. When connecting a fan cable, be sure to connect it in the correct orientation (the black connector wire is the ground wire). The speed control function requires the use of a fan with fan speed control design.

				Pin No.	Definition
			1	1	GND
				2	Speed Control
CPU_OPT				3	Sense
				4	VCC

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6)SATA_EXPRESS (SATA Express Connector)

The SATA Express connector supports a single SATA Express device.

7)SATA3 0/1/2/3/4/5 (SATA 6Gb/s Connectors)

The SATA connectors conform to SATA 6Gb/s standard and are compatible with SATA 3Gb/s and SATA 1.5Gb/s

standard. Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device. The Intel® Chipset supports RAID 0, RAID 1,

RAID 5, and RAID 10. Refer to Chapter 3, "Configuring SATAHard Drive(s)," for instructions on configuring a RAID array.

	SATA3	1	3	2
		0	5	4
7				1
7				1
	Pin No.	Definition
	1	GND
	2	TXP
	3	TXN
	4	GND
	5	RXN
	6	RXP
	7	GND

•• ARAID 0 or RAID 1 configuration requires at least two hard drives. If more than two hard drives are to be used, the total number of hard drives must be an even number.

•• ARAID 5 configuration requires at least three hard drives. (The total number of hard drives does not have to be an even number.)

•• A RAID 10 configuration requires four hard drives.

•• To enable hot-plugging for the SATA ports, refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Chipset\PCH SATA

Configuration," for more information.

•• M2_10G, SATA Express, and SATA3 4/5 connectors can only be used one at a time. The SATA3 4/5 connectors will become unavailable when an M.2 SSD is installed.

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8)sSATA3 0/1/2/3 (SATA 6Gb/s Connectors)

The SATA connectors conform to SATA 6Gb/s standard and are compatible with SATA 3Gb/s and SATA 1.5Gb/s standards. Only AHCI and IDE modes are supported. Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device.

sSATA3		3	1
		2	0
7			1
7			1
	Pin No.		Definition
	1		GND
	2		TXP
	3		TXN
	4		GND
	5		RXN
	6		RXP
	7		GND

To enable hot-plugging for the SATA ports, refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Chipset\PCH sSATA

Configuration," for more information.

9)BAT (Battery)

The battery provides power to keep the values (such as BIOS configurations, date, and time information) in the CMOS when the computer is turned off. Replace the battery when the battery voltage drops to a low level, or the CMOS values may not be accurate or may be lost.

You may clear the CMOS values by removing the battery: 1. Turn off your computer and unplug the power cord.

2. Gently remove the battery from the battery holder and wait for one minute.

(Oruseametalobjectlikeascrewdrivertotouchthepositiveandnegative terminals of the battery holder, making them short for 5 seconds.)

3. Replace the battery.

4. Plug in the power cord and restart your computer.

••	Always turn off your computer and unplug the power cord before replacing the battery.
••	Replace the battery with an equivalent one. Danger of explosion if the battery is replaced with
	an incorrect model.
•• Contact the place of purchase or local dealer if you are not able to replace the battery by yourself
	or uncertain about the battery model.
••	When installing the battery, note the orientation of the positive side (+) and the negative side (-)
	of the battery (the positive side should face up).
••	Used batteries must be handled in accordance with local environmental regulations.
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10)M2_10G (M.2 Socket 3 Connector)

You can insert an M.2 SSD into this connector.

Follow the steps below to correctly install an M.2 SSD in the M2_10G connector.

Step 1:

Use a screw driver to unfasten the screw and nut from the motherboard. Locate the proper mounting hole for the M.2 SSD to be installed and then screw the nut first.

Step 3:

Press the M.2 SSD down and then secure it with the screw.

Step 2:

Slide the M.2 SSD into the connector at an oblique angle.

Step 4:

The installation is completed, as shown in the picture above.

•• On the motherboard there are two length adjustment holes for the M.2 SSD. Select the proper hole for the M.2 SSD to be installed and refasten the screw and nut.

•• M2_10G, SATA Express, and SATA3 4/5 connectors can only be used one at a time. The SATA3 4/5 connectors will become unavailable when an M.2 SSD is installed.

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11)M2_WIFI (M.2 Socket 1 Connector)

You can insert an M.2 Wi-Fi module into this connector.

Follow the steps below to correctly install an M.2 Wi-Fi module in the M.2 Wi-Fi connector.

Step 1:

Use a screw driver to unfasten the screw from the motherboard.

Step 2:

Slide the M.2 Wi-Fi module into the connector at an oblique angle.

Step 3:

Press the M.2 Wi-Fi module down and then secure it with the screw.

Step 4:

The installation is completed, as shown in the picture above.

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