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W480M VISION W
User's Manual
Rev. 1001
12ME-480MVSW-1001R
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  • Page 1 W480M VISION W User's Manual Rev. 1001 12ME-480MVSW-1001R For more product details, please visit GIGABYTE's website. To reduce the impacts on global warming, the packaging materials of this product are recyclable and reusable. GIGABYTE works with you to protect the environment.
  • Page 2 The trademarks mentioned in this manual are legally registered to their respective owners. Disclaimer Information in this manual is protected by copyright laws and is the property of GIGABYTE. Changes to the specifications and features in this manual may be made by GIGABYTE without prior notice.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents W480M VISION W Motherboard Layout .................4 W480M VISION W Motherboard Block Diagram .............5 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation ..................6 Installation Precautions ..................6 1-2 Product Specifications ..................7 Installing the CPU ..................... 10 Installing the Memory ..................10 Installing an Expansion Card ................11 Setting up AMD CrossFire Configuration ............

  • Page 4: W480M Vision W Motherboard Layout

    W480M VISION W Motherboard Layout KB_MS_U32 ATX_12V_2X4 CPU_FAN SYS_FAN1 LGA1200 DUAL_DP U32_LAN2 Intel GbE LAN ® U32G2_LAN1 Intel ® 2.5GbE LAN AUDIO PCIEX16 PCIEX1_1 W480M VISION W ® Super I/O Intel W480 ® PCIEX1_2 M_BIOS CODEC PCIEX8 CLR_CMOS THB_C2 QFLED...

  • Page 5: W480M Vision W Motherboard Block Diagram

    W480M VISION W Motherboard Block Diagram PCI Express 3.0 Bus CPU CLK+/- (100~500 MHz) DDR4 2933/2666/2400/2133 MHz Switch HDMI 1.4 LGA1200 CPU 2 DisplayPorts D-Sub 1 M.2 Socket 3 Switch (M2Q_CPU) 1 PCI Express 2 PCI Express 2 USB 3.2 Gen 2 8 SATA 6Gb/s 6 USB 3.2 Gen 1...

  • Page 6: Chapter 1 Hardware Installation

    Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 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. •...

  • Page 7: 1-2 Product Specifications

    Xeon ® processor. ® Support for non-ECC Un-buffered DIMM 1Rx8/2Rx8/1Rx16 memory modules Š Support for Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory modules Š (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory modules.) Onboard Integrated Graphics Processor-Intel HD Graphics support: ® Š Graphics 1 x D-Sub port, supporting a maximum resolution of 1920x1200@60 Hz 1 x HDMI ports, supporting a maximum resolution of 4096x2160@30 Hz * Support for HDMI 1.4 version and HDCP 2.3.
  • Page 8 Storage Interface Š 1 x M.2 connector (Socket 3, M key, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 PCIe x4/x2 SSD support) (M2Q_CPU) 1 x M.2 connector (Socket 3, M key, type 2260/2280 SATA and PCIe x4/x2 SSD Š support) (M2A_SB) 8 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors Š...
  • Page 9 * G IGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to the product specifications and product-related information without prior notice. Please visit GIGABYTE's website Please visit the Support\Utility List for support lists of CPU, memory page on GIGABYTE's website to modules, SSDs, and M.2 devices. download the latest version of apps. - 9 -...

  • Page 10: Installing The Cpu

    • 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.

  • Page 11: Installing An Expansion Card

    The four memory sockets are divided into two channels and each channel has two memory sockets as following: Channel A: DDR4_A1, DDR4_A2 Channel B: DDR4_B1, DDR4_B2 Recommanded Dual Channel Memory Configuration: DDR4_A1 DDR4_A2 DDR4_B1 DDR4_B2 2 Modules DS/SS DS/SS 4 Modules DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS (SS=Single-Sided, DS=Double-Sided, "- -"=No Memory) Due to CPU limitations, read the following guidelines before installing the memory in Dual Channel mode. Dual Channel mode cannot be enabled if only one memory module is installed.

  • Page 12: Back Panel Connectors

    Back Panel Connectors PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse Port Use this port to connect a PS/2 mouse or keyboard. USB 3.2 Gen 1 Port The USB 3.2 Gen 1 port supports the USB 3.2 Gen 1 specification and is compatible to the USB 2.0 specification. Use this port for USB devices. D-Sub Port The D-Sub port supports a 15-pin D-Sub connector and supports a maximum resolution of 1920x1200@60 Hz (the actual resolutions supported depend on the monitor being used).
  • Page 13 Line Out/Front Speaker Out Mic In/Side Speaker Out If you want to install a Side Speaker, you need to retask either the Line in or Mic in jack to be Side Speaker out through the audio driver. (Note) To enable the Q-Flash Plus function please visit the "Unique Features" webpage of GIGABYTE's website. Please visit GIGABYTE's website for details on configuring the audio software. - 13 -...

  • Page 14: Internal Connectors

    Internal Connectors ATX_12V_2X4 F_U32 F_USB1/F_USB2 CPU_FAN SPI_TPM THB_C1/THB_C2 SYS_FAN1/2A/2B SATA3 0/1/2/3/4/5/6/7 COMA/COMB SATA_SGP1/2 M2Q_CPU/M2A_SB CLR_CMOS F_PANEL QFLASH_PLUS F_AUDIO 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.
  • Page 15 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.
  • Page 16 B S S 5) SATA3 0/1/2/3/4/5/6/7 (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 ® S B_ 1 2 3 RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, and RAID 10. Refer to Chapter 3, "Configuring a RAID Set," for instructions...
  • Page 17 7) M2Q_CPU/M2A_SB (M.2 Socket 3 Connectors) The M.2 connectors support M.2 SATA SSDs or M.2 PCIe SSDs and support RAID configuration. Please note that an M.2 PCIe SSD cannot be used to create a RAID set either with an M.2 SATA SSD or a SATA hard drive. To create a RAID array with an M.2 PCIe SSD, you must set up the configuration in UEFI BIOS mode. Refer to Chapter 3, "Configuring a RAID Set," for instructions on configuring a RAID array. M2Q_CPU M2A_SB Follow the steps below to correctly install an M.2 SSD in the M.2 connector. Step 1: Use a screw driver to unfasten the screw and standoff from the motherboard. Locate the proper mounting hole for the M.2 SSD to be installed and then screw the standoff first.
  • Page 18 8) F_PANEL (Front Panel Header) Connect the power switch, reset switch, speaker, chassis intrusion switch/sensor and system status indicator on the chassis to this header according to the pin assignments below. Note the positive and negative pins before connecting the cables. •...
  • Page 19 F_USB30 F_ U 10) F_U32 (USB 3.2 Gen 1 Header) The header conforms to USB 3.2 Gen 1 and USB 2.0 specification and can provide two USB ports. For purchasing the optional 3.5" front panel that provides two USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports, please contact the local dealer. Pin No. Definition Pin No. Definition Pin No. Definition VBUS SSTX2- SSRX1- SSRX1+ SSRX2+ B S S SSRX2- SSTX1- VBUS SSTX1+ No Pin SSTX2+ B S_ 11) F_USB1/F_USB2 (USB 2.0/1.1 Headers) The headers conform to USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Each USB header can provide two USB ports via an S B_ optional USB bracket.
  • Page 20 13) THB_C1/THB_C2 (Thunderbolt Add-in Card Connectors) ™ The connectors are used to connect to a GIGABYTE Thunderbolt add-in card. ™ THB_C2 THB_C1 Supports a Thunderbolt add-in card. ™ If you want to install the Thunderbolt add-in card in the PCIEX8 slot, make sure to set Peripherals\ ™...
  • Page 21 • After system restart, go to BIOS Setup to load factory defaults (select Load Optimized Defaults) or manually configure the BIOS settings (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," for BIOS configurations). 17) QFLASH_PLUS (Q-Flash Plus Button) Q-Flash Plus allows you to update the BIOS when your system is off (S5 shutdown state). Save the latest BIOS on a USB thumb drive and plug it into the Q-Flash Plus port, and then you can now flash the BIOS automatically by simply pressing the Q-Flash Plus button. The QFLED will flash when the BIOS matching and flashing activities start and will stop flashing when the main BIOS flashing is complete. QFLED QFLASH_PLUS For how to use Q-Flash Plus please visit the "Unique Features" webpage of GIGABYTE's website. - 21 -...

  • Page 22: Chapter 2 Bios Setup

    To access the BIOS Setup program, press the <Delete> key during the POST when the power is turned on. To upgrade the BIOS, use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash or @BIOS utility. Q-Flash allows the user to quickly and easily upgrade or back up BIOS without entering the operating •...

  • Page 23: The Main Menu

    The Main Menu Setup Menus Help Function Keys Configuration Items Current Settings Function Keys <f><g> Move the selection bar to select a setup menu <h><i> Move the selection bar to select an configuration item on a menu <Enter> Execute command or enter a menu < + >/<Page Up> Increase the numeric value or make changes <...
  • Page 24 M.I.T. Whether the system will work stably with the overclock/overvoltage settings you made is dependent on your overall system configurations. Incorrectly doing overclock/overvoltage may result in damage to CPU, chipset, or memory and reduce the useful life of these components. This page is for advanced users only and we recommend you not to alter the default settings to prevent system instability or other unexpected results. (Inadequately altering the settings may result in system's failure to boot.
  • Page 25 ` Advanced CPU Core Settings & CPU Clock Ratio, CPU Frequency, FCLK Frequency for Early Power On The settings above are synchronous to those under the same items on the Advanced Frequency Settings menu. & CPU PLL Selection Allows you to set the CPU PLL. (Default: Auto) &...
  • Page 26 & No. of CPU Cores Enabled Allows you to select the number of CPU cores to enable in an Intel multi-core CPU (the number of CPU ® cores may vary by CPU). Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) & Hyper-Threading Technology Allows you to determine whether to enable multi-threading technology when using an Intel CPU that ®...
  • Page 27 & Ring to Core offset (Down Bin) Allows you to determine whether to disable the CPU Ring ratio auto-down function. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) & Frequency Clipping TVB (Note 1) Allows you to enable or disable automatic CPU frequency reduction initiated by Thermal Velocity Boost. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) & Voltage reduction initiated TVB (Note 1) Allows you to enable or disable automatic CPU voltage reduction initiated by Thermal Velocity Boost.
  • Page 28 ` Advanced Memory Settings & Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) , System Memory Multiplier, Memory Ref Clock, (Note) Memory Odd Ratio (100/133 or 200/266), Memory Frequency(MHz) The settings above are synchronous to those under the same items on the Advanced Frequency Settings menu.
  • Page 29 ` Advanced Voltage Settings ` Advanced Power Settings & CPU Vcore Loadline Calibration Allows you to configure Load-Line Calibration for the CPU Vcore voltage. Selecting a higher level keeps the CPU Vcore voltage more consistent with what is set in BIOS under heavy load. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting and sets the voltage following Intel's specifications. (Default: Auto) & CPU Vcore Protection Allows you to set the over-current protection level for the CPU Vcore voltage. The adjustable range is from 150.0mV to 400.0mV.
  • Page 30 & CPU/System 1/System 2/PCH/PCIEX16/VRM MOS Displays the current temperature of the selected target area. & CPU/System 1/System 2 Fan Speed Displays current CPU/system fan speeds. & CPU/System/PCH/PCIEX16/VRM MOS Temperature Sets the warning threshold for CPU/system/Chipset temperature. When temperature exceeds the threshold, BIOS will emit warning sound.
  • Page 31 & Fan Control Use Temperature Input Allows you to select the reference temperature for fan speed control. (Default: System 1) & Temperature Interval Allows you to select the temperature interval for fan speed change. (Default: 1) & System 2 Fan Control Mode (SYS_FAN2A/SYS_FAN2B Connector) Lets the BIOS automatically detect the type of fan installed and sets the optimal control Auto mode.

  • Page 32: System

    System This section provides information on your motherboard model and BIOS version. You can also select the default language used by the BIOS and manually set the system time. & Access Level Displays the current access level depending on the type of password protection used. (If no password is set, the default will display as Administrator.) The Administrator level allows you to make changes to all BIOS settings;...

  • Page 33: Peripherals

    Peripherals & PCIE Bifurcation Support Allows you to determine how the bandwidth of the PCIEX16 slot is divided. Options: Auto, PCIE x8/x8, PCIE x8/x4/x4. (Default: Auto) & Initial Display Output Specifies the first initiation of the monitor display from the installed PCI Express graphics card or the onboard graphics. Sets the onboard graphics as the first display. (Note) IGFX PCIe 1 Slot Sets the graphics card on the PCIEX16 slot as the first display. (Default) PCIe 2 Slot Sets the graphics card on the PCIEX8 slot as the first display. &...
  • Page 34 ` Super IO Configuration & Serial Port (Onboard COMA Connector) Enables or disables the onboard serial port. (Default: Enabled) & Serial Port (Onboard COMB Connector) Enables or disables the onboard serial port. (Default: Enabled) ` Serial Port Console Redirection This section allows you to enable/disable serial port console redirection for remote server management through a serial port.
  • Page 35 ` AMT Configuration This section allows you to enable/disable Intel Active Management Technology (Intel AMT) for ® ® remote computer management on hardware level and provides you with further configuration options. ` SATA And RST Configuration & SATA Controller(s) Enables or disables the integrated SATA controllers. (Default: Enabled) & SATA Mode Selection Enables or disables RAID for the SATA controllers integrated in the Chipset or configures the SATA controllers to AHCI mode. Enables R AID f or t he S ATA c ontroller.

  • Page 36: Chipset

    Chipset & VT-d (Note) Enables or disables Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O. (Default: Enabled) ® & Internal Graphics Enables or disables the onboard graphics function. (Default: Auto) & Control Iommu Pre-boot Behavior Enables or disables the IOMMU feature supported by the Chipset. (Default: Disable IOMMU) &...
  • Page 37 & Wake on LAN Enable Enables or disables the wake on LAN function. (Default: Enabled) & IOAPIC 24-119 Entries Enables or disables this function. (Default: Enabled) & Aperture Size Allows you to set the maximum amount of system memory that can be allocated to the graphics card. (Default: 256MB) &...

  • Page 38: Bios

    A password is required for booting the system and for entering the BIOS Setup program. System (Default) & Full Screen LOGO Show Allows you to determine whether to display the GIGABYTE Logo at system startup. Disabled skips the GIGABYTE Logo when the system starts up. (Default: Enabled) & Boot Option Priorities Specifies the overall boot order from the available devices. Removable storage devices that support GPT format will be prefixed with "UEFI:" string on the boot device list. To boot from an operating system that...
  • Page 39 & VGA Support Allows you to select which type of operating system to boot. Auto Enables legacy option ROM only. EFI Driver Enables EFI option ROM. (Default) This item is configurable only when Fast Boot is set to Enabled or Ultra Fast. & USB Support Disable Link All USB devices are disabled before the OS boot process completes. Full Initial All USB devices are functional in the operating system and during the POST.
  • Page 40 & Other PCI devices Allows you to select whether to enable the UEFI or Legacy option ROM for the PCI device controller other than the LAN, storage device, and graphics controllers. Do not launch Disables option ROM. UEFI Enables UEFI option ROM only. (Default) Enables legacy option ROM only. Legacy This item is configurable only when CSM Support is set to Enabled. & Administrator Password Allows you to configure an administrator password. Press <Enter> on this item, type the password, and then press <Enter>. You will be requested to confirm the password. Type the password again and press <Enter>. You must enter the administrator password (or user password) at system startup and when entering BIOS Setup.

  • Page 41: Power

    Power & Platform Power Management Enables or disables the Active State Power Management function (ASPM). (Default: Enabled) & PEG ASPM Allows you to configure the ASPM mode for the device connected to the CPU PEG bus. This item is configurable only when Platform Power Management is set to Enabled. (Default: Disabled) & PCH ASPM Allows you to configure the ASPM mode for the device connected to Chipset's PCI Express bus. This item is configurable only when Platform Power Management is set to Enabled. (Default: Disabled) &...
  • Page 42 & Power On By Mouse Allows the system to be turned on by a PS/2 mouse wake-up event. Note: To use this function, you need an ATX power supply providing at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. Disables this function. (Default) Disabled Move the mouse to turn on the system.

  • Page 43: Save & Exit

    Save & Exit & Save & Exit Setup Press <Enter> on this item and select Yes. This saves the changes to the CMOS and exits the BIOS Setup program. Select No or press <Esc> to return to the BIOS Setup Main Menu. &...

  • Page 44: Chapter 3 Appendix

    Chapter 3 Appendix 3-1 Configuring a RAID Set RAID Levels RAID 0 RAID 1 RAID 5 RAID 10 Minimum Number of Hard ≥2 ≥3 Drives Array Capacity Number of hard Size of the smallest (Number of hard (Number of hard drives * Size of the drive drives -1) * Size of drives/2) * Size of the...
  • Page 45 5. Enter the array capacity and press <Enter>. Finally press <Enter> on the Create Volume item to begin creating the RAID array. When prompted to confirm whether to create this volume, press <Y> to confirm or <N> to cancel. 6. When completed, you can see detailed information about the RAID array in the DISK/VOLUME INFORMATION section, including the RAID level, stripe block size, array name, and array capacity, etc. To exit the RAID BIOS utility, press <Esc> or select 6. Exit in MAIN MENU. Please visit GIGABYTE's website for details on configuring a RAID array. - 45 -...

  • Page 46: Installing An Intel Optane Memory

    Install the RAID driver and operating system With the correct BIOS settings, you are ready to install the operating system. Installing the Operating System As some operating systems already include Intel RAID driver, you do not need to install separate RAID driver ® during the Windows installation process. After the operating system is installed, we recommend that you install all required drivers from the motherboard driver disc using "Xpress Install" to ensure system performance and compatibility. If the operating system to be installed requires that you provide additional RAID driver during the OS installation process, please refer to the steps below:...
  • Page 47 A-2: Installation in Intel RST Premium With Intel Optane System Acceleration mode If the SATA controller has been configured in Intel RST Premium With Intel Optane System Acceleration mode, please follow the steps below: 1. After system restarts, go to the BIOS Setup, make sure CSM Support under the BIOS menu is disabled. 2.

  • Page 48: Drivers Installation

    "Xpress Install" will automatically scan your system and then list all of the drivers that are recommended to install. You can click the Xpress Install button and "Xpress Install" will install all of the selected drivers. Or click the arrow icon to individually install the drivers you need. Please visit GIGABYTE's website for Please visit GIGABYTE's website for more software information. more troubleshooting information. - 48 -...

  • Page 49: Regulatory Notices

    CEM 2014/30/EU; Diretiva RSP 2011/65/UE. A conformidade com estas European Commission Delegated Directive (EU) 2015/863 Statement diretivas é verificada utilizando as normas europeias harmonizadas. GIGABYTE products have not intended to add and safe from hazardous substances (Cd, Pb, Hg, Cr+6, PBDE, PBB, DEHP, BBP, DBP and CE Declaración de conformidad DIBP). The parts and components have been carefully selected to meet Este producto que llevan la marca CE cumplen con las siguientes RoHS requirement. Moreover, we at GIGABYTE are continuing our...
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  • Page 52: Contact Us

    Contact Us GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. Address: No.6, Baoqiang Rd., Xindian Dist., New Taipei City 231, Taiwan TEL: +886-2-8912-4000, FAX: +886-2-8912-4005 Tech. and Non-Tech. Support (Sales/Marketing) : https://esupport.gigabyte.com WEB address (English): https://www.gigabyte.com WEB address (Chinese): https://www.gigabyte.com/tw GIGABYTE eSupport • To submit a technical or non-technical (Sales/Marketing) question, please link to: https://esupport.gigabyte.com...

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