Gigabyte GA-X99-UD4 User Manual

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GA-X99-UD4

User's Manual

Rev. 1002

12ME-X99UD4-1002R

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Gigabyte GA-X99-UD4 User Manual

Motherboard

GA-X99-UD4

Aug. 15, 2014

Motherboard

GA-X99-UD4

Aug. 15, 2014

Copyright

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Disclaimer

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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-X99-UD4 Motherboard Layout...................................................................................

7

GA-X99-UD4 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® SLIConfiguration...............................

19

1-7

Back Panel Connectors..................................................................................

21

1-8 Installing the I/O Shield...................................................................................

22

1-9

Internal Connectors........................................................................................

23

Chapter 2 BIOS Setup...................................................................................................

37

2-1

Startup Screen................................................................................................

38

2-2

The Main Menu...............................................................................................

39

2-3

M.I.T................................................................................................................

42

2-4

System Information.........................................................................................

54

2-5

BIOS Features................................................................................................

55

2-6

Peripherals......................................................................................................

58

2-7

Chipset............................................................................................................

60

2-8

Power Management........................................................................................

63

2-9

Save & Exit.....................................................................................................

65

Chapter 3 Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s)...................................................................

67

3-1

Configuring SATA Controllers.........................................................................

67

3-2 Installing the SATA RAID/AHCI Driver and Operating System.......................

79

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Chapter 4 Drivers Installation........................................................................................

83

4-1

Chipset Drivers...............................................................................................

83

4-2

Application Software.......................................................................................

84

4-3

Information......................................................................................................

84

Chapter 5 Unique Features...........................................................................................

85

5-1

BIOS Update Utilities......................................................................................

85

 

5-1-1

Updating the BIOS with the Q-Flash Utility.............................................................

85

 

5-1-2

Updating the BIOS with the @BIOS Utility..............................................................

88

 

5-1-3

Using Q-Flash Plus.................................................................................................

89

5-2

APP Center.....................................................................................................

90

 

5-2-1

EasyTune................................................................................................................

91

 

5-2-2

System Information Viewer.....................................................................................

92

 

5-2-3

EZ Setup.................................................................................................................

93

 

5-2-4

Fast Boot.................................................................................................................

96

 

5-2-5

Smart TimeLock......................................................................................................

97

 

5-2-6

Smart Recovery 2...................................................................................................

98

 

5-2-7

USB Blocker..........................................................................................................

100

 

5-2-8

Ambient LED.........................................................................................................

101

 

5-2-9

V-Tuner..................................................................................................................

102

 

5-2-10

Smart Switch.........................................................................................................

103

 

5-2-11

Cloud Station Server.............................................................................................

104

Chapter 6 Appendix.....................................................................................................

 

111

6-1 Configuring Audio Input and Output...............................................................

111

6-1-1

Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio.................................................................

111

6-1-2

Configuring S/PDIF Out........................................................................................

113

6-1-3

Configuring Microphone Recording.......................................................................

114

6-1-4 Using the Sound Recorder....................................................................................

116

6-2 Troubleshooting............................................................................................

117

6-2-1

Frequently Asked Questions ................................................................................

117

6-2-2

Troubleshooting Procedure...................................................................................

118

Regulatory Statements............................................................................................

120

Contact Us...............................................................................................................

 

127

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Box Contents

55 GA-X99-UD4 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

55 Two 3-Way SLI bridge connectors (GC-3SLI-X99 and GC-3SLI) 55 One 4-Way SLI bridge connector

55 One 2-Way CrossFire bridge connector

55 One 1 to 3 power cable (2x4 ATX 12V)

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-X99-UD4 Motherboard Layout

KB_MS

R_USB

FBIOS_LED

 

R_USB30

 

USB30_LAN

uPD720210Renesas®

 

DDR4_4_2B

DDR4_3_1B

DDR4_2_2A

DDR4_1_1A

ATX_12V_2X4

LGA2011-3

AUDIO

CON1

 

 

GA-X99-UD4

 

LED

 

CPU_FAN

 

 

 

SYS_FAN1

CPU_OPT

ANTENNA_BRACKET

PCIE_1

 

PCIE_5

 

Intel® GbE LAN

 

DDR4_8_2D DDR4_7_1D DDR4_6_2C DDR4_5_1C

ATX

PCIE_4

 

M2 10G

 

 

PCIE_6

WIFI

 

 

Intel® X99

 

M2

PCIE_2

 

 

 

CODEC

1 0

 

2 4

 

3 5

EXPRESS

SATA 3

 

SATA_

 

PCIE_7

 

B_BIOS

LED_CON2

 

 

 

 

iTE®

 

 

BAT

 

 

 

THB_C

M_BIOS

 

Super I/O

SPDIF_O

 

 

 

 

PCIE_3

 

CLR_CMOS

 

 

 

 

F_AUDIO

ATX4P

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

3 1 sSATA 3 2 0

System Temperature SYS_

 

FAN2

 

 

SYS_

 

FAN3 F

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

TPM

 

_USB1 F

_USB2

F_USB30

F_PANEL

System Temperature

Sensor 2

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Sensor 1

- 7 -

PS/2 KB/Mouse
4 USB 3.0/2.0
8 USB 2.0/1.1
Dual BIOS
LAN
RJ45

GA-X99-UD4 Motherboard Block Diagram

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1 PCI Express x16

2

PCI

Express x8

 

1 PCI

 

 

1 PCI

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PCI Express x16

Express x8

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

or

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PCIe CLK

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(100 MHz)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

x16

 

 

 

 

x16

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Switch

 

 

 

 

 

x16

 

 

x8

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PCI Express Bus

3 PCI Express x1

 

 

 

Intel® GbE

 

 

 

LAN

x1

x1

x1

x1

PCI Express Bus

PCIe CLK

(100 MHz)

CODEC

LGA2011-3

CPU

DMI 2.0

Intel® X99

CPU CLK+/- (100 MHz)

DDR4 2133/1866/1600/1333 MHz

4 Channel Memory

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

M.2

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

or

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Switch

 

 

 

 

 

 

SATA Express

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

or

 

 

 

 

2 SATA 6Gb/s

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

4 SATA 6Gb/s

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

4 SATA 6Gb/s

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Renesas®

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

uPD720210 Hub

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

4

 

 

 

3.0/2.0

 

 

 

 

USB

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Out Out Out

 

 

 

 

 

Out

 

LPC Bus

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

MIC

Out In

iTE®

 

 

 

 

 

Line

 

 

Super I/O

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Speaker Speaker Speaker

 

 

 

S/PDIF

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Line

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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.

- 9 -

Hardware Installation

1-2 Product Specifications

 

 

CPU

Support for Intel® Corei7 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

8 x DDR4 DIMM sockets supporting up to 128 GB of system memory

* Due to a Windows 32-bit operating system limitation, when more than 4 GB of physical 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)

 

 

(Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and

 

 

memory modules.)

Audio

 

Realtek® ALC1150 codec

 

High Definition Audio

 

 

2/4/5.1/7.1-channel

 

Support for S/PDIF Out

LAN

 

Intel® GbE LAN 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.

2 x PCI Express x16 slots, running at x8 (PCIE_3, PCIE_4)

* The PCIE_4 slot shares bandwidth with the PCIE_1 slot. When the PCIE_4 slot is populated, the PCIE_1 slot will operate at up to x8 mode.

* 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.)

3 x PCI Express x1 slots

(The PCI Express x1 slots conform to PCI Express 2.0 standard.)

1 x M.2 Socket 1 connector for the wireless communication module (M2_WIFI)

Multi-Graphics

Support for 4-Way/3-Way/2-Way AMD CrossFire/NVIDIA® SLItechnology

 

Technology

 

* The 4-Way NVIDIA® SLIconfiguration is not supported when an i7-5820K CPU is

 

 

installed.Tosetupa3-WaySLIconfiguration,referto"1-6SettingupAMDCrossFire/

 

 

NVIDIA® SLIConfiguration."

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.)

 

 

 

 

Hardware Installation

 

- 10 -

 

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 (2 ports on the back panel, 2 ports available through

 

 

 

the internal USB header)

 

 

-

8 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (4 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 PCIe power connector

 

1 x I/O shield audio LED power connector

 

1 x heatsink LED 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 USB 3.0/2.0 header

 

2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers

 

1 x Trusted Platform Module (TPM) header

 

1 x Thunderbolt add-in card connector

 

1 x Clear CMOS jumper

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

- 11 -

Hardware Installation

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

 

Support for Q-Flash Plus

 

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

 

 

-

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

 

 

cFosSpeed

Operating

Support for Windows 8.1/8/7

System

 

 

 

Form Factor

 

ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm 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.

Hardware Installation

- 12 -

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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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 eight 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 eight DDR4 memory sockets are divided into four channels and each channel has two memory sockets as following:

Channel A: DDR4_1_1A, DDR4_2_2AChannel B: DDR4_3_1B, DDR4_4_2BChannel C: DDR4_5_1C, DDR4_6_2CChannel D: DDR4_7_1D, DDR4_8_2D

2A

2B

2D 1D 2C 1C

1A 1B

_ _ _ _

1 _2

_4

8 7 6 5

_ _ 3

_ _ _ _

DDR4 DDR4 DDR4 DDR4_

DDR4 DDR4 DDR4 DDR4

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

 

 

DDR4_1_1A

DDR4_2_2A

DDR4_3_1B

DDR4_4_2B

DDR4_8_2D

DDR4_7_1D

DDR4_6_2C

DDR4_5_1C

1

Module

- -

- -

- -

- -

- -

- -

- -

2

Modules

- -

- -

- -

- -

- -

- -

4

Modules

- -

- -

- -

- -

6

Modules

- -

- -

8

Modules

Note 1: Wheninstallingthememory,makesuretobeginwiththefirstsocketofeachchannel,suchasDDR4_1_1A,

DDR4_3_1B, DDR4_5_1C, and DDR4_7_1D.

Note 2: If you are using a RDIMM memory, make sure it is a 1Rx8 one.

Note 3: 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® SLIConfiguration

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

(Current GPUs that support 3-Way/4-Way CrossFire technology include the ATI RadeonHD 3800, HD 4800, HD 5800 series, and AMD RadeonHD 6800, HD 6900, HD 7800, and HD 7900 series. Current GPUs that support 3-Way/4-Way SLItechnology include the NVIDIA® 8800 GTX, 8800 Ultra, 9800 GTX,

GTX 260, GTX 280, GTX 470, GTX 480, GTX 570, GTX 580, GTX 590, and GTX 600 series.) For the latest GPU support information, please refer to the AMD/NVIDIA® website.) (Note 1)

-- CrossFire(Note 2)/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.

Step 2:

Insert the CrossFire(Note 2)/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.

Refer to the table below when an i7-5960X or i7-5930K CPU is installed:

 

1 Graphics Card

2 Graphics Cards

3 Graphics Cards

4 Graphics Cards

PCIE_1

PCIE_4

- -

- -

- -

PCIE_2

- -

PCIE_3

- -

- -

To set up a 3-Way SLI configuration, use the GC-3SLI-X99 bridge connector.

PCIE_1

PCIE_4

PCIE_2

PCIE_3

Refer to the table below for setting up a 3-Way SLI configuration with an i7-5820K CPU. Make sure to use the GC-3SLI bridge connector.

 

1 Graphics Card

2 Graphics Cards

3 Graphics Cards

PCIE_1

PCIE_4

- -

- -

PCIE_2

- -

PCIE_3

- -

- -

- -

(Note 1) The 4-Way SLI configuration is not supported when an i7-5820K CPU is installed. (Note 2) 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.

•• When two or more graphics cards are installed, we recommend that you connect the power cable from the power supply to the ATX4P connector to ensure system stability.

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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 CrossFireXand 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.

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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. 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.

USB 3.0/2.0 Port (White)

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. Before using Q-Flash Plus, make sure to insert the USB flash drive into this port first.

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

 

On

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."

1-8 Installing the I/O Shield

Step 1:

Install the included I/O shield into the chassis. (For actual installation, please refer to the user guide for your chassis.)

Step 2:

Place the motherboard into the chassis, aligning the back panel connectors with the installed I/O shield. Connect the power cable from the I/O shield to the LED_CON1 connector on the motherboard.

For how to turn on/off the I/O shield LED indicators, refer to the instructions on in Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Peripherals," or Chapter 5, "Unique Features," "APP Center\Ambient LED."

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1-9 Internal Connectors

1

4

 

2

7

 

5

6

 

13

10

 

21

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

9

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

11

20

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

22

16

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

15

5

3

19

5

18

8

12

17

14

1)

ATX_12V_2X4

12)

M2_10G

2)

ATX

13)

M2_WIFI

3)

ATX4P

14)

F_PANEL

4)

CPU_FAN

15)

F_AUDIO

5)

SYS_FAN1/2/3

16)

SPDIF_O

6)

CPU_OPT

17)

F_USB30

7)

LED_CON1

18)

F_USB1/F_USB2

8)

LED_CON2

19)

TPM

9)

SATA_EXPRESS

20)

THB_C

10)

SATA3 0/1/2/3/4/5

21)

BAT

11)

sSATA3 0/1/2/3

22)

CLR_CMOS

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.

12 24

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)

ATX_12V_2X4

3

GND

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)

 

 

When you overclock the CPU, make sure to connect one end of the included 1 to 3 power cable to the ATX_12V_2X4 power connector and the other three to the power supply to ensure the system is provided with enough power.

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3)ATX4P (PCIe Power Connector)

The power connector provide auxiliary power to the onboard PCI Express x16 slots. When two or more graphics cards are installed, we recommend that you connect the power cable from the power supply to the ATX4P connector to ensure system stability.

 

Pin No.

Definition

 

1

VCC

1

2

GND

 

3

GND

 

4

+12V

4/5) 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

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2

Speed Control

 

 

 

SYS_FAN2/3

SYS_FAN1

 

 

 

 

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.

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6)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

GND

 

 

 

1

2

Speed Control

 

 

 

 

3

Sense

CPU_OPT

4

VCC

 

 

 

 

7)LED_CON1 (I/O Shield Audio LED Power Connector)

The power connector provides power to the LEDs on the I/O shield on the motherboard back panel.

 

Pin No.

Definition

 

1

VCC

1

2

GND

 

 

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8)LED_CON2 (Heatsink LED Power Connector)

The power connector provides power to the LEDs on the Chipset heatsink.

 

Pin No.

Definition

1

1

VCC

 

2

GND

9)SATA_EXPRESS (SATA Express Connector)

The SATA Express connector supports a single SATA Express device.

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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10)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

3

2

1

 

 

 

5

4

0

 

 

 

 

 

 

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.

11)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.

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12)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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13)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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