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12ME-X299WU8-1001R
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  • Page 1 X299-WU8 User's Manual Rev. 1001 12ME-X299WU8-1001R 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 3 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 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Box Contents ........................6 Optional Items .........................6 X299-WU8 Motherboard Layout ..................7 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation ..................9 Installation Precautions ..................9 1-2 Product Specifications ..................10 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler ............... 14 1-3-1 Installing the CPU ....................14 1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler ..................16...
  • Page 5 Chapter 4 Drivers Installation ..................89 Drivers & Software ..................89 Application Software ..................90 Information ..................... 90 Chapter 5 Unique Features ...................91 BIOS Update Utilities ..................91 5-1-1 Updating the BIOS with the Q-Flash Utility .............91 5-1-2 Updating the BIOS with the @BIOS Utility .............94 APP Center ....................

  • Page 6: Box Contents

    Box Contents 5 X299-WU8 motherboard 5 Motherboard driver disk 5 User's Manual 5 Eight SATA cables 5 One GC-SLI2X bridge connector 5 One G Connector The box contents above are for reference only and the actual items shall depend on the product package you obtain.

  • Page 7: X299-Wu8 Motherboard Layout

    X299-WU8 Motherboard Layout DRAM KB_MS_USB ATX_12V_2X4_1 ATX_12V_2X4_2 LED_C2 R_USB30 LGA2066 USB30_LAN1 USB30_LAN2 TYPEC_USB31 AUDIO CPU_FAN VGA_PW EC_TMEP1 PCIEX16_1 CPU_OPT BOOT HPWR_FAN_ PUMP Intel ® PCIEX8_1 GbE LAN PLX8747 Intel ® PCIEX16_2 GbE LAN X299-WU8 PCIEX8_2 CODEC Intel X299 ® PCIEX16_3...
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  • Page 9: 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. • Prior to installation, do not remove or break motherboard S/N (Serial Number) sticker or warranty sticker provided by your dealer.

  • Page 10: Product Specifications

    Support for DDR4 2666/2400/2133 MHz memory modules Š Support for non-ECC Un-buffered DIMM Š Support for Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory modules Š (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory modules.) Audio Realtek ALC1220-VB codec Š...
  • Page 11 Chipset+ASMedia USB 3.1 Gen 2 Controller: ® Š 1 x USB Type-C port on the back panel, with USB 3.1 Gen 2 support ™ 1 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-A port (red) on the back panel Chipset: Š 10 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports (6 ports on the back panel, 4 ports available through the internal USB headers) 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports on the back panel Internal...
  • Page 12 Hardware Voltage detection Š Monitor Temperature detection Š Fan speed detection Š Water cooling flow rate detection Š Overheating warning Š Fan fail warning Š Fan speed control Š * Whether the fan (pump) speed control function is supported will depend on the fan (pump) you install.
  • Page 13 CEB Form Factor; 30.5cm x 26.7cm Form Factor Š * GIGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to the product specifications and product-related information without prior notice. Please visit GIGABYTE's website for support lists of CPU, memory modules, SSDs, and M.2 devices.

  • Page 14: Installing The Cpu And Cpu Cooler

    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.
  • Page 15 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. •...

  • Page 16: Installing The Cpu Cooler

    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.

  • Page 17: Installing 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.

  • Page 18: Installing A Memory

    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.

  • Page 19: Installing An Expansion Card

    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.

  • Page 20: Setting Up Amd Crossfire ™ /Nvidia ® Sli ™ Configuration

    Setting up AMD CrossFire /NVIDIA Configuration ™ ® ™ A. System Requirements - Windows 10 64-bit 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 (For the latest GPUs that support the 4-way/3-way CrossFire/SLI technology, please refer to the AMD/ NVIDIA website.)
  • Page 21 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 RADEON SETTINGS screen. Browse to Gaming\Global Settings and ensure AMD CrossFire is set to On C-2. To Enable SLI Function After installing the graphics card driver in the operating system, go to the NVIDIA Control Panel.

  • Page 22: Back Panel Connectors

    Back Panel Connectors USB 2.0/1.1 Port The USB port supports the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Use this port for USB devices. PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse Port Use this port to connect a PS/2 mouse or keyboard. USB 3.1 Gen 1 Port The USB 3.1 Gen 1 port supports the USB 3.1 Gen 1 specification and is compatible to the USB 2.0 specification. Use this port for USB devices. 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.
  • Page 23 Line In/Side Speaker Out (Blue) The line in jack. Use this audio jack for line in devices such as an optical drive, walkman, etc. Line Out/Front Speaker Out (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).

  • Page 24: Onboard Leds And Buttons

    Onboard LEDs and Buttons Status LEDs The status LEDs show whether the CPU, memory, graphics card, and operating system are working properly after system power-on. If the CPU/DRAM/VGA LED is on, that means the corresponding device is not working normally; if the BOOT LED is on, that means you haven't entered the operating system yet. DRAM CPU: CPU status LED DRAM: Memory status LED VGA: Graphics card status LED...

  • Page 25: Internal Connectors

    Internal Connectors ATX_12V_2X4_1/ATX_12V_2X4_2 SATA3 0/1/2/3/4/5/6/7 VGA_PW F_PANEL CPU_FAN F_AUDIO SYS_FAN1/2/3/4 SPDIF_O SYS_FAN5_PUMP F_USB30_1/F_USB30_2 CPU_OPT HPWR_FAN_PUMP EC_TEMP1/EC_TEMP2 VROC D_LED THB_C DLED_V_SW CLR_CMOS LED_C1/LED_C2 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 26 1/2) ATX_12V_2X4_1/ATX_12V_2X4_1/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.
  • Page 27 S B_ 1 2 3 3) VGA_PW (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 this connector to ensure system stability.
  • Page 28 6) SYS_FAN5_PUMP (System Fan/Water Cooling Pump Header) The fan/pump header is 4-pin and possesses a foolproof insertion design. 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.
  • Page 29 8) HPWR_FAN_PUMP (3 Amp Fan/Water Cooling Pump Header) The fan/pump header is 4-pin and possesses a foolproof insertion design. 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.
  • Page 30 10) D_LED (Digital LED Strip Header) The header can be used to connect a standard 5050 digital LED strip, with maximum power rating of 2A (12V or 5V) and maximum length of 5m or maximum number of 300 LEDs. There are 12V and 5V digital LED strips. Be sure to verify the voltage requirements of your digital LED strip and set the DLED_V_SW jumper accordingly.
  • Page 31 12) LED_C1/LED_C2 (RGB (RGBW) LED Strip Headers) The headers can be used to connect a standard 5050 RGB (RGBW) LED strip (12V/G/R/B/W), with maximum power rating of 2A (12V) and maximum length of 2m. LED_C2 Pin No. Definition LED_C1 Connect your RGB (RGBW) LED strip to the header. The power pin (marked with a triangle on the plug) of the LED strip must be connected RGBW RGB to Pin 1 (12V) of this header. Incorrect connection may lead to the LED Strip LED Strip damage of the LED strip. F_USB3 For how to turn on/off the lights of the LED strip, refer to the instructions in Chapter 5, "Unique USB 0_ B...
  • Page 32 14) M2P (M.2 Socket 3 Connector) The M.2 connector supports M.2 SATA SSDs or M.2 PCIe SSDs and supports RAID configuration. Please note that the M.2 connector supports SATA RAID only. Refer to Chapter 3, "Configuring a RAID Set," for instructions on configuring a RAID array. Follow the steps below to correctly install an M.2 SSD in the M.2 connector. Step 1: Step 2: Press the M.2 SSD down and then secure it with Use a screw driver to unfasten the screw and the screw.
  • Page 33 15) 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. Power LED Power Switch Speaker...
  • Page 34 B S_ 16) F_AUDIO (Front Panel Audio Header) The front panel audio header supports High Definition audio (HD). You may connect your chassis front panel audio module to this header. Make sure the wire assignments of the module connector match the S B_ pin assignments of the motherboard header. Incorrect connection between the module connector and the 1 2 3 motherboard header will make the device unable to work or even damage it.
  • Page 35 B S S 18) F_USB30_1/F_USB30_2 (USB 3.1 Gen 1 Headers) F_USB30 F_ U The headers conform to USB 3.1 Gen 1 and USB 2.0 specification and each header can provide two USB ports. For purchasing the optional 3.5" front panel that provides two USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports, please contact the local dealer. B S_ Pin No. Definition Pin No.
  • Page 36 20) 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. (Or use a metal object like a screwdriver to touch the positive and negative terminals of the battery holder, making them short for 5 seconds.) 3.
  • Page 37 22) THB_C (Thunderbolt Add-in Card Connector) ™ This connector is for a GIGABYTE Thunderbolt add-in card. ™ Supports a Thunderbolt add-in card. ™ 23) CLR_CMOS (Clear CMOS Jumper) Use this jumper to clear the BIOS configuration and reset the CMOS values to factory defaults. To clear the CMOS values, use a metal object like a screwdriver to touch the two pins for a few seconds.
  • Page 38 Hardware Installation - 38 -...

  • Page 39: 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 system.

  • Page 40: Startup Screen

    Startup Screen The following startup Logo screen will appear when the computer boots. Function Keys Function Keys: <DEL>: BIOS SETUP\Q-FLASH Press the <Delete> key to enter BIOS Setup or to access the Q-Flash utility in BIOS Setup. <F9>: SYSTEM INFORMATION Press the <F9>...

  • Page 41: The Main Menu

    The Main Menu Classic Setup The Classic Setup mode provides detailed BIOS settings. You can press the arrow keys on your keyboard to move among the items and press <Enter> to accept or enter a sub-menu. Or you can use your mouse to select the item you want.
  • Page 42 B. Easy Mode Easy Mode allows users to quickly view their current system information or to make adjustments for optimum performance. In Easy Mode, you can use your mouse to move through configuration items or press <F2> to switch to the Classic Setup screen. BIOS Setup - 42 -...
  • Page 43 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. If this occurs, clear the CMOS values and reset the board to default values.) ` Advanced Frequency Settings...
  • Page 44 & CPU Frequency Displays the current operating CPU frequency. ` Advanced CPU Core Settings & CPU Clock Ratio, CPU Frequency The settings above are synchronous to those under the same items on the Advanced Frequency Settings menu. & AVX Offset AVX offset is the negative offset of AVX ratio.
  • Page 45 & Intel(R) Turbo Boost Technology CPU Turbo Boost technology. Auto lets the BIOS Allows you to determine whether to enable the Intel ® automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) & Turbo Ratio Allows you to set the CPU Turbo ratios for different number of active cores. Auto sets the CPU Turbo ratios according to the CPU specifications. (Default: Auto) &...
  • Page 46 & Package C State Limit Allows you to specify the C-state limit for the processor. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) & CPU Thermal Monitor Enables or disables Intel Thermal Monitor function, a CPU overheating protection function. When enabled, ® the CPU core frequency and voltage will be reduced when the CPU is overheated. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) &...
  • Page 47 ` Advanced Memory Settings & Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) , System Memory Multiplier, Memory Ref Clock, (Note) Memory Frequency(MHz) The settings above are synchronous to those under the same items on the Advanced Frequency Settings menu. & Memory Boot Mode (Note) Provides memory detection and training methods.
  • Page 48 & Memory Multiplier Tweaker Provides different levels of memory auto-tuning. (Default: Auto) & Channel Interleaving Enables or disables memory channel interleaving. Enabled allows the system to simultaneously access different channels of the memory to increase memory performance and stability. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) & Rank Interleaving Enables or disables memory rank interleaving.
  • Page 49 ` 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 50 & DDR CH(A/B) Voltage Protection Allows you to set the over-current protection level for Channel A and Channel B memory voltage. The adjustable range is from 150.0mV to 400.0mV. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) & DDR CH(C/D) Voltage Protection Allows you to set the over-current protection level for Channel C and Channel D memory voltage. The adjustable range is from 150.0mV to 400.0mV.
  • Page 51 & PWM Phase Control Allows you to automatically change the PWM phase according to the CPU load. The power-saving levels are (from lowest to highest): eXm Perf (Extreme Performance ), High Perf (High Performance), Perf (Performance), Balanced, Mid PWR (Mid Power), and Lite PWR (Light Power). Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) & S3 Save Mode Determines whether to allow memory voltage drop to a power-saving level when the system is in S3 state. (Default: Disabled) ` CPU Core Voltage Control This section provides CPU voltage control options.
  • Page 52 ` PC Health Status & Reset Case Open Status Disabled Keeps or clears the record of previous chassis intrusion status. (Default) Clears the record of previous chassis intrusion status and the Case Open field will show Enabled "No" at next boot. & Case Open Displays the detection status of the chassis intrusion detection device attached to the motherboard CI header. If the system chassis cover is removed, this field will show "Yes", otherwise it will show "No". To clear the chassis intrusion status record, set Reset Case Open Status to Enabled, save the settings to the CMOS, and then restart your system.
  • Page 53 ` Miscellaneous Settings & 3DMark01 Enhancement Allows you to determine whether to enhance some legacy benchmark performance. (Default: Disabled) ` Smart Fan 5 Settings - 53 - BIOS Setup...
  • Page 54 & Monitor Allows you to select a target to monitor and to make further adjustment. (Default: CPU FAN) & Fan Speed Control Allows you to determine whether to enable the fan speed control function and adjust the fan speed. Allows the fan to run at different speeds according to the temperature. You can adjust Normal the fan speed with System Information Viewer based on your system requirements.

  • Page 55: 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 56: 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 57 & SATA Support Last Boot HDD Only Except for the previous boot drive, all SATA devices are disabled before the OS boot process completes. All Sata Devices All SATA devices are functional in the operating system and during the POST. (Default) This item is configurable only when Fast Boot is set to Enabled or Ultra Fast.
  • Page 58 & Storage Boot Option Control Allows you to select whether to enable the UEFI or legacy option ROM for the storage device controller. Do not launch Disables option ROM. UEFI Enables UEFI option ROM only. (Default) Enables legacy option ROM only. Legacy & 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 & 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. Differing from the user password, the administrator password allows you to make changes to all BIOS settings.

  • Page 59: Peripherals

    Peripherals & Initial Display Output Specifies the first initiation of the monitor display from the PCI Express graphics cards. Sets the graphics card on the PCIEX16_1 slot as the first display. (Default) PCIe 1 Slot Sets the graphics card on the PCIEX8_1 slot as the first display. PCIe 2 Slot Sets the graphics card on the PCIEX16_2 slot as the first display. PCIe 3 Slot Sets the graphics card on the PCIEX8_2 slot as the first display. PCIe 4 Slot Sets the graphics card on the PCIEX16_3 slot as the first display. PCIe 5 Slot Sets the graphics card on the PCIEX8_3 slot as the first display. PCIe 6 Slot Sets the graphics card on the PCIEX16_4 slot as the first display. PCIe 7 Slot & OnBoard LAN Controller (LAN2) Enables or disables the onboard LAN function. (Default: Enabled) If you wish to install a 3rd party add-in network card instead of using the onboard LAN, set this item to Disabled.
  • Page 60 & LEDs in Sleep, Hibernation, and Soft Off States Allows you to set the lighting mode of the motherboard LEDs in system S3/S4/S5 state. This item is configurable when LEDs in System Power On State is set to On. Disables the selected lighting mode when the system enters S3/S4/S5 state. (Default) Off Enables the selected lighting mode when the system enters S3/S4/S5 state. &...
  • Page 61 ` USB Configuration & Legacy USB Support Allows USB keyboard/mouse to be used in MS-DOS. (Default: Enabled) & XHCI Hand-off Determines whether to enable XHCI Hand-off feature for an operating system without XHCI Hand-off support. (Default: Disabled) & USB Mass Storage Driver Support Enables or disables support for USB storage devices. (Default: Enabled) & Port 60/64 Emulation Enables or disables emulation of I/O ports 64h and 60h. This should be enabled for full legacy support for USB keyboards/mice in MS-DOS or in operating system that does not natively support USB devices.

  • Page 62: Chipset

    Chipset & VT-d Enables or disables Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O. (Default: Enabled) ® & Intel VMD technology ® Enables or disables Intel Volume Management Device (Intel VMD) technology. (Default: Disabled) ® ® & Audio Controller Enables or disables the onboard audio function. (Default: Enabled) If you wish to install a 3rd party add-in audio card instead of using the onboard audio, set this item to Disabled.

  • Page 63: Power

    Power & Platform Power Management Enables or disables the Active State Power Management function (ASPM). (Default: Disabled) & 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: Enabled) & 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: Enabled) &...
  • Page 64 & Power On Password Set the password when Power On By Keyboard is set to Password. Press <Enter> on this item and set a password with up to 5 characters and then press <Enter> to accept. To turn on the system, enter the password and press <Enter>. Note: To cancel the password, press <Enter>...

  • Page 65: 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 66 BIOS Setup - 66 -...

  • Page 67: Chapter 3 Configuring A Raid Set

    Chapter 3 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 smallest drive the smallest drive smallest drive Fault Tolerance To create a RAID set, follow the steps below: A.
  • Page 68 B. Configuring SATA controller mode in BIOS Setup Make sure to configure the SATA controller mode correctly in system BIOS Setup. Step 1: Turn on your computer and press <Delete> to enter BIOS Setup during the POST (Power-On Self-Test). Go to Peripherals\SATA And RST Configuration, make sure SATA Controller(s) is enabled. To create RAID, set SATA Mode Selection to Intel RST Premium (Figure 1). Note: When using a PCIe SSD, make sure to set the Use RST Legacy OROM item under Peripherals\SATA And RST Configuration to Disabled. Then depending the M.2 connector you use. Finally, save the settings and exit BIOS Setup. Figure 1 Step 2: To use the EZ RAID feature, follow the steps in "C-1." To configure UEFI RAID, follow the steps in "C-2." To...
  • Page 69 C-1. Using EZ RAID GIGABYTE motherboards provide you with the EZ RAID feature, allowing you to quickly configure a RAID array with simplified steps. Step 1: After restarting the computer, enter the BIOS Setup and go to Peripherals. Press <Enter> on the EZ RAID item. Select the type of hard drives you use for RAID in the Type tab and then press <Enter> (Figure 2). Figure 2 Step 2: Go to the Mode tab to select a RAID level. RAID levels supported include RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10, and RAID 5 (the selections available depend on the number of the hard drives being installed). Then press <Enter> to move to the Create tab. Click Proceed to begin (Figure 3).
  • Page 70 After completing, you'll be brought back to the Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology screen. Under RAID Volumes you can see the new RAID volume. To see more detailed information, press <Enter> on the volume to check for information on RAID level, stripe block size, array name, and array capacity, etc. (Figure 4). Figure 4 Delete RAID Volume To delete a RAID array, press <Enter> on the volume to be deleted on the Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology screen. After entering the RAID VOLUME INFO screen, press <Enter> on Delete to enter the Delete screen. Press <Enter>...
  • Page 71 C-2. UEFI RAID Configuration Step 1: In BIOS Setup, go to BIOS and set CSM Support to Disabled (Figure 6). Save the changes and exit BIOS Setup. Figure 6 Step 2: After the system reboot, enter BIOS Setup again. Then enter the Peripherals\Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology sub-menu (Figure 7). Figure 7 - 71 - Configuring a RAID Set...
  • Page 72 Step 3: On the Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology menu, press <Enter> on Create RAID Volume to enter the Create RAID Volume screen. Enter a volume name with 1~16 letters (letters cannot be special characters) under the Name item and press <Enter>. Then, select a RAID level (Figure 8). RAID levels supported include RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10, and RAID 5 (the selections available depend on the number of the hard drives being installed). Next, use the down arrow key to move to Select Disks. Figure 8 Step 4: Under Select Disks item, select the hard drives to be included in the RAID array. Press the <Space> key on the hard drives to be selected (selected hard drives are marked with "X"). Then set the stripe block size (Figure 9). The stripe block size can be set from 4 KB to 128 KB. Once you have selected the stripe block size, set the volume capacity.
  • Page 73 Step 5: After setting the capacity, move to Create Volume and press <Enter> to begin. (Figure 10) Figure 10 After completing, you'll be brought back to the Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology screen. Under RAID Volumes you can see the new RAID volume. To see more detailed information, press <Enter> on the volume to check for information on RAID level, stripe block size, array name, and array capacity, etc. (Figure 11) Figure 11 - 73 - Configuring a RAID Set...
  • Page 74 Delete RAID Volume To delete a RAID array, press <Enter> on the volume to be deleted on the Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology screen. After entering the RAID VOLUME INFO screen, press <Enter> on Delete to enter the Delete screen. Press <Enter> on Yes (Figure 12). Figure 12 Configuring a RAID Set - 74 -...
  • Page 75 C-3. Configuring Legacy RAID ROM Enter the Intel legacy RAID BIOS setup utility to configure a RAID array. Skip this step and proceed with the ® installation of Windows operating system for a non-RAID configuration. Step 1: In BIOS Setup, go to BIOS and set CSM Support to Enabled and Storage Boot Option Control to Legacy. Next, go to Peripherals\SATA And RST Configuration and make sure USE RST Legacy OROM is set to Enabled. Save the changes and exit BIOS Setup.
  • Page 76 Step 3: After entering the CREATE VOLUME MENU screen, enter a volume name with 1~16 letters (letters cannot be special characters) under the Name item and press <Enter>. Then, select a RAID level (Figure 15). RAID levels supported include RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10, and RAID 5 (the selections available depend on the number of the hard drives being installed). Press <Enter> to proceed. Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology - Option ROM - 15.7.0.2925 Copyright (C) Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved. [ CREATE VOLUME MENU ] Name : Volume0 RAID Level : RAID0(Stripe) Disks : Select Disks Strip Size : 16KB...
  • Page 77 Step 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 (Figure 17). Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology - Option ROM - 15.7.0.2925 Copyright(C) Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved. [ CREATE VOLUME MENU ] Name : Volume0 RAID Level : RAID0(Stripe) Disks :...
  • Page 78 Recovery Volume Options Intel Rapid Recover Technology provides data protection by allowing users to easily restore data and system ® operation using a designated recovery drive. With the Rapid Recovery Technology, which employs RAID 1 functionality, users can copy the data from the master drive to the recovery drive; if needed, the data on the recovery drive can be restored back to the master drive. Before you begin: •...
  • Page 79 Step 3: Press <Enter> under the Select Disks item. In the SELECT DISKS box, press <Tab> on the hard drive you want to use for the master drive and press <Space> on the hard drive you want to use for the recovery drive. (Make sure the recovery drive has equal or larger capacity than the master drive.) Then press <Enter> to confirm (Figure 21). Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology - Option ROM - 15.7.0.2925 Copyright (C) Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved. [ CREATE VOLUME MENU ] Name : Volume0 RAID Level : Recovery...
  • Page 80 Delete RAID Volume To delete a RAID array, select Delete RAID Volume in MAIN MENU and press <Enter>. In the DELETE VOLUME MENU section, use the up or down arrow key to select the array to be deleted and press <Delete>. When prompted to confirm your selection (Figure 23), press <Y> to confirm or <N> to abort.

  • Page 81: Installing The Raid/Ahci Driver And Operating System

    Installing the RAID/AHCI Driver and Operating System With the correct BIOS settings, you are ready to install the operating system. A. Installing Windows As some operating systems already include Intel RAID/AHCI driver, you do not need to install separate RAID/ ® AHCI driver during the Windows installation process. After the operating system is installed, we recommend that you install all required drivers from the motherboard driver disk using "Xpress Install"...
  • Page 82 B. Rebuilding an Array Rebuilding is the process of restoring data to a hard drive from other drives in the array. Rebuilding applies only to fault-tolerant arrays such as RAID 1, RAID 5 or RAID 10 arrays. The procedures below assume a new drive is added to replace a failed drive to rebuild a RAID 1 array. (Note: The new drive must have equal or greater capacity than the old one.) Turn off your computer and replace the failed hard drive with a new one. Restart your computer. • Performing the Rebuild in the Operating System While in the operating system, make sure the chipset driver has been installed from the motherboard driver disk. Then launch the Intel Rapid Storage Technology utility from the Start menu. ®...
  • Page 83 • Restoring the Master Drive to a Previous State (for Recovery Volume only) When two hard drives are set to Recovery Volume in Update on Request mode, you can restore the master drive data to the last backup state when needed. For example, in case the master drive detects a virus, you can restore the recovery drive data to the master drive. Step 1: Select 4.

  • Page 84: Installing An Intel ® Optane ™ Memory

    Installing an Intel Optane Memory ® ™ A. System Requirements 1. Intel Optane memory ® ™ 2. The Optane memory must have at least 16 GB capacity, and it must have equal or smaller capacity than ™ the hard drive/SSD to be accelerated. 3.
  • Page 85 B-2: Installation in Intel RST Premium mode If the SATA controller has been configured in Intel RST Premium mode, please follow the steps below: Step 1: Step 2: After system restarts, go to the BIOS Setup, make sure CSM Go to Peripherals\SATA And RST Configuration and make Support under the BIOS menu is disabled. sure USE RST Legacy OROM is disabled and set PCIe Storage Dev On Port 9 to RST Controlled.

  • Page 86: Configuring Intel ® Virtual Raid On Cpu (Intel ® Vroc)

    3-4 Configuring Intel Virtual RAID on CPU (Intel VROC) ® ® System Requirements 1. An Intel Core X series processor (44-lane or 28-lane CPU) (6-core or above) ® ™ 2. An Intel VROC Upgrade Key (purchased separately) ® 3. At least two Intel NVMe SSDs (to ensure optimal performance, it is recommended that you use SSDs with ® identical model and capacity). Intel VROC Upgrade Key Supported RAID Levels ®...
  • Page 87 Step 3: Step 4: Press <Enter> on Create RAID Volume to enter the After the system reboots, enter BIOS Setup again. Then enter the Peripherals\Intel(R) Virtual RAID Create RAID Volume screen. on CPU sub-menu. Press <Enter> on All Intel VMD Controller.
  • Page 88 A-3: Delete RAID Volume To delete a RAID array, press <Enter> on the volume to be deleted on the Intel(R) Virtual RAID on CPU\Intel VROC Managed Volumes screen. After entering the RAID VOLUME INFO screen, press <Enter> on Delete to enter the Delete screen. Press <Enter> on Yes. Configuring a RAID Set - 88 -...

  • Page 89: Chapter 4 Drivers Installation

    Chapter 4 Drivers Installation • Before installing the drivers, first install the operating system. • After installing the operating system, insert the motherboard driver disk into your optical drive. Click on the message "Tap to choose what happens with this disc" on the top-right corner of the screen and select "Run Run.exe." (Or go to My Computer, double-click the optical drive and ex- ecute the Run.exe program.) Drivers &...

  • Page 90: Application Software

    Application Software This page displays the apps that GIGABYTE develops and some free software. You can select the apps you want and click the Install icon to begin the installation. Information This page provides detailed information on the drivers on the driver disk. The Contact page provides contact information of the GIGABYTE Taiwan headquarter. You can click the URL on this page to link to the GIGA-...

  • Page 91: Chapter 5 Unique Features

    Chapter 5 Unique Features BIOS Update Utilities GIGABYTE motherboards provide two unique BIOS update tools, Q-Flash and @BIOS . GIGABYTE Q-Flash ™ ™ and @BIOS are easy-to-use and allow you to update the BIOS without the need to enter MS-DOS mode.
  • Page 92 Select Q-Flash to access Q-Flash B. Updating the BIOS In the main menu of Q-Flash, use the keyboard or mouse to select an item to execute. When updating the BIOS, choose the location where the BIOS file is saved. The following procedure assumes that you have saved the BIOS file to a USB flash drive. Step 1: 1. Insert the USB flash drive containing the BIOS file into the computer. In the main screen of Q-Flash, select Update BIOS. • The Save BIOS option allows you to save the current BIOS file. •...
  • Page 93 Step 2: The screen will show that the BIOS file is being read from your USB flash drive. Please select Fast or Intact to begin the BIOS update. The screen will then display the update process. • Do not turn off or restart the system when the system is reading/updating the BIOS. • Do not remove the USB flash drive or hard drive when the system is updating the BIOS. Step 3: The system will restart after the update process is complete. Step 4: During the POST, press <Delete>...

  • Page 94: Updating The Bios With The @Bios Utility

    BIOS or a system that is unable to start. 3. GIGABYTE product warranty does not cover any BIOS damage or system failure resulting from an inadequate BIOS flashing. B. Using @BIOS 1. Update the BIOS Using the Internet Update Function: Click Update from Server, select the @BIOS server site closest to your location and then download the BIOS file that matches your motherboard model. Follow the on-screen...

  • Page 95: App Center

    APP Center GIGABYTE App Center gives you easy access to a wealth of GIGABYTE apps that help you get the most from your GIGABYTE motherboard . Using a simple, unified user interface, GIGABYTE App Center allows you (Note) to easily launch all GIGABYTE apps installed on your system, check related updates online, and download the apps, drivers, and BIOS.

  • Page 96: Osd

    5-2-1 3D OSD 3D OSD automatically detects and displays your system information during games, allowing you to easily (Note) get hold of your system information without switching between screens. The 3D OSD Interface Using 3D OSD Main Menu: Allows you to enable or disable the 3D OSD feature and to select the type of real-time system information you wish to display.

  • Page 97: Autogreen

    5-2-2 AutoGreen AutoGreen is an easy-to-use tool that provides users with simple options to enable system power savings (Note) via a Bluetooth-enabled smart phone/tablet device. When the device is out of the range of the computer's Bluetooth receiver, the system will enter the specified power saving mode. Before using this app, you need to turn on Bluetooth on both your computer and smart phone/tablet device. The AutoGreen Interface Control Tab: The Control tab allows you to select a system power saving mode.

  • Page 98: Cloud Station

    HomeCloud HomeCloud allows you to upload/download/back up files from your smart phone/tablet device/computer (Note 2) to the host computer. The HomeCloud Interface Cloud Station (Server): (Note 1) You can use your smart phone/tablet device to scan the QR code on the HomeCloud UI to link to the download page of the GIGABYTE Cloud Station on App Store or Google Play. (Note 2) For iOS systems, the file types are limited to image/video files. Unique Features - 98 -...
  • Page 99 Cloud Station: Using HomeCloud Step 1: Launch HomeCloud on the host computer (installed with Cloud Station (Server)), sign in with your Google/ Facebook/Windows Live account or select the account on the Account List. Then enable HomeCloud Function. To automatically enable this function after system reboot, enable Always run on next reboot. Step 2: Run Cloud Station on your smart phone/tablet device/remote computer, sign in with the same account you use for HomeCloud on your host computer. Tap on HomeCloud to perform the following functions: On the Host Computer: Option Function...
  • Page 100 Windows Media Player on your computer. The GIGABYTE Remote Interface Using GIGABYTE Remote Step 1: On the host computer, launch GIGABYTE Remote and enable GIGABYTE Remote Function. To automatically enable this function after system reboot, enable Always run on next reboot. Step 2: Run GIGABYTE Cloud Station on your smart phone/tablet device, sign in with the same account you use for HomeCloud on your computer. Tap on Remote Control to perform the following remote controls:...
  • Page 101 Step 1: On the host computer, launch Remote OC and enable Remote OC Function. To automatically enable this function after system reboot, enable Always run on next reboot. Step 2: Run GIGABYTE Cloud Station on your smart phone/tablet device, sign in with the same account you use for HomeCloud on your computer. Tap on Remote OC to perform the following functions: On the Smart Phone/Tablet Device: Option...
  • Page 102 HotSpot HotSpot turns your computer into a virtual wireless access point and allows you to share your connection with your other wireless devices. Make sure your computer has been connected to a network and Wi-Fi is enabled. The HotSpot Interface Using HotSpot: Configuring your host computer: The options are as follows.

  • Page 103: Easytune

    5-2-4 EasyTune GIGABYTE's EasyTune is a simple and easy-to-use interface that allows users to fine-tune their system settings or do overclock/overvoltage in Windows environment. The EasyTune Interface Tabs Information Description The Smart Boost tab provides you with different levels of CPU frequency to choose to achieve desired system performance. After making changes, be sure to restart your system for these changes to take effect.

  • Page 104: Easy Raid

    5-2-5 Easy RAID The GIGABYTE Easy RAID utility includes the following 'EZ' setups applications that will offer greatly (Note) simplified install and configuration procedures: Disk Mode Switch and XHD. Disk Mode Switch Disk Mode Switch allows you to change the SATA controller disk mode from AHCI to RAID mode even after the hard drive has been installed with an operating system. After switching the operating mode, please restart your computer and make sure the Intel Rapid Storage Technology utility can work properly.
  • Page 105 With GIGABYTE XHD , users can quickly configure a RAID-ready system for RAID 0 when a new SATA (Note 1) drive is added. All with a simple click of a button, XHD helps to enhance your hard drive read/write performance without the need for complex and time-consuming configurations. A. System Requirements 1. An Intel Chipset motherboard supporting RAID ® 2. Intel SATA controllers set to RAID mode ® 3. Intel Rapid Storage Technology utility installed ®...

  • Page 106: Fast Boot

    5-2-6 Fast Boot Through the simple GIGABYTE Fast Boot interface, you can enable or change the Fast Boot or Next Boot After AC Power Loss setting right in the operating system. The Fast Boot Interface Using Fast Boot • BIOS Fast Boot: This option is the same as the Fast Boot option in BIOS Setup.

  • Page 107: Game Boost

    5-2-7 Game Boost This app allows you to flexibly manage your applications to optimize your gaming performance by freeing up system resources and memory usage. The Game Boost Interface Using Game Boost Select the application you want to suspend and then click Go to optimize your system for gaming. To revert the computer back to the state it was before, click Revert. In addition, two hotkeys are provided as follows: •...

  • Page 108: Platform Power Management

    5-2-8 Platform Power Management This application allows you to change the Platform Power Management settings in Windows and sync the settings to the BIOS. The Platform Power Management Interface Using Platform Power Management: • Platform Power Management: Enables or disables the Active State Power Management function (ASPM). • PEG ASPM: Allows you to configure the ASPM mode for the device connected to the CPU PEG bus.

  • Page 109: Rgb Fusion

    Using RGB Fusion • The icon on the top right corner: Allows you to return to the main menu. icon on the top right corner: Allows your computer to connect to the GIGABYTE RGB Fusion app installed on your handheld devices. (Note 2) • Click the icon of the desired device and select the LED color/ lighting behaviour on the right section of the screen.
  • Page 110 • Options for controlling the LEDs on the motherboard and digital LED strip. Click the motherboard icon for further settings. (Note) Select your desired area and select the LED color/ lighting behaviour on the right section of the screen. Static The selected region LEDs emit a single color.

  • Page 111: Smart Timelock

    5-2-10 Smart TimeLock GIGABYTE Smart TimeLock allows you to effectively manage computer or Internet usage time with simple rules and options. The Smart TimeLock Interface Using Smart TimeLock Click the lock icon on the bottom left corner and enter the password .

  • Page 112: Smart Keyboard

    5-2-11 Smart Keyboard GIGABYTE Smart Keyboard allows you to set your own hotkeys using the F1 through F12 keys. You can use the customized hotkeys to change the mouse sensitivity, replace a word or password, open a file or an application, all of which helps to make the most out of your keyboard and mouse. The Smart Keyboard Interface...

  • Page 113: Smart Backup

    5-2-12 Smart Backup Smart Backup allows you to back up a partition as an image file every hour. You can use these images to restore your system or files when needed. The Smart Backup main menu: Button Description Allows you to select the source and destination Settings partition Start Allows you to create a rescue drive Backup Now Allows you to perform the backup immediately File Allows you to recover your files from the backup Recovery...
  • Page 114 Recovering your system with Smart Backup: Steps: 1. Click the System Recovery button on the main menu. 2. Select the location where your backup is saved. 3. Use the time slider to select a time point. 4. Select a partition backup created on the selected time point and click Restore.

  • Page 115: Smart Hud

    5-2-13 Smart HUD GIGABYTE Smart HUD provides you with the ability to watch a video on YouTube or Twitch simultaneously during gameplay by simply setting the URLs on the UI. The easy-to-use UI allows you to memorize frequently used URLs, set window position and size, and change window transparency. Also, you can control Smart HUD videos and volume with hotkeys. The Smart HUD Interface Using Smart HUD • The icon on the top right corner: Allows you to open the Smart HUD window.

  • Page 116: System Information Viewer

    5-2-14 System Information Viewer GIGABYTE System Information Viewer allows you to monitor and adjust the fan speed in the operating system. You can also display the hardware monitor information on the desktop to view the system status at any time.

  • Page 117: Smart Survey

    Allows you to check the complete list of collected data. • Sending Device Data to GIGABYTE: Selecting I Agree means you consent to GIGABYTE's collection of your device data. Smart Survey will not collect any data if you select I Do Not Agree.

  • Page 118: Usb Blocker

    5-2-16 USB Blocker GIGABYTE USB Blocker provides you with an easy-to-use interface that allows you to block certain USB device types on your PC. Devices classes that are blocked will be ignored by the operating system. The USB Blocker Interface Using USB Blocker Select the class of USB device that you would like to block or unblock.

  • Page 119: Chapter 6 Appendix

    Chapter 6 Appendix 6-1 Configuring Audio Input and Output 6-1-1 Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio The motherboard provides five audio jacks on the back panel which support 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel (Note) Center/Subwoofer Line In Speaker Out audio. The picture to the right shows the default audio Front Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out jack assignments.
  • Page 120 Step 2: Connect an audio device to an audio jack. The The current connected device is dialog box appears. Select the device according to the type of device you connect. Then click OK. Step 3: On the Speakers screen, click the Speaker Configuration tab.

  • Page 121: Configuring S/Pdif Out

    6-1-2 Configuring S/PDIF Out The S/PDIF Out jack can transmit audio signals to an external decoder for decoding to get the best audio quality. 1. Connecting a S/PDIF Out Cable: Connect a S/PDIF optical cable to an external decoder for transmitting the S/PDIF digital audio signals. Connects to a S/PDIF optical cable 2.

  • Page 122: Configuring Microphone Recording

    6-1-3 Configuring Microphone Recording Step 1: After installing the audio driver, restart your computer. On the Windows desktop, click the Realtek HD Audio Manager icon in the notification area to access the HD Audio Manager. Step 2: Connect your microphone to the Mic in jack (pink) on the back panel or the Mic in jack (pink) on the front panel. Then configure the jack for microphone functionality. Note: The microphone functions on the front panel and back panel cannot be used at the same time.
  • Page 123 * Enabling Stereo Mix If the HD Audio Manager does not display the recording device you wish to use, refer to the steps below. The following steps explain how to enable Stereo Mix (which may be needed when you want to record sound from your computer). Step 1: Locate the icon in the notification area and right-click on this icon. Select Recording devices. Step 2: On the Recording tab, right-click on Stereo Mix item and select Enable. Then set it as the default device. (if you do...

  • Page 124: Using The Voice Recorder

    6-1-4 Using the Voice Recorder After setting up the audio input device, to open the Voice Recorder, go to the Start menu and search for Voice Recorder. A. Recording Audio 1. To begin the recording, click the Record icon 2. To stop the recording, click the Stop recording icon B.

  • Page 125: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting 6-2-1 Frequently Asked Questions To read more FAQs for your motherboard, please go to the Support\FAQ page on GIGABYTE's website. Q: Why is the light of my keyboard/optical mouse still on after the computer shuts down? A: Some motherboards provide a small amount of standby power after the computer shuts down and that's why the light is still...

  • Page 126: Troubleshooting Procedure

    6-2-2 Troubleshooting Procedure If you encounter any troubles during system startup, follow the troubleshooting procedure below to solve the problem. START Turn off the power. Remove all peripherals, connecting cables, and power cord etc. Make sure the motherboard does not short-circuit with the chassis or Isolate the short circuit. other metal objects.
  • Page 127 The power supply, CPU or When the computer is turned on, is the CPU cooler running? CPU socket might fail. The problem is verified and solved. The graphics card, expansion slot, or monitor Check if there is display on your monitor. might fail. The problem is verified and solved. Turn off the computer. Plug in the keyboard and mouse and restart the computer.

  • Page 128: Debug Led Codes

    Debug LED Codes Regular Boot Code Description PEI Core is started. Pre-memory CPU initialization is started. 12~14 Reserved. Pre-memory North-Bridge initialization is started. 16~18 Reserved. Pre-memory South-Bridge initialization is started. 1A~2A Reserved. 2B~2F Memory initialization. Memory installed. 32~36 CPU PEI initialization. 37~3A IOH PEI initialization.
  • Page 129 Code Description PCI Bus initialization is started. PCI Bus hot plug initialization. PCI Bus enumeration for detecting how many resources are requested. Check PCI device requested resources. Assign PCI device resources. Console Output devices connect (ex. Monitor is lighted). Console input devices connect (ex. PS2/USB keyboard/mouse are activated). Super IO initialization. USB initialization is started. Issue reset during USB initialization process.
  • Page 130 Code Description USB device hot plug-in. PCI device hot plug. Clean-up of NVRAM. Reconfigure NVRAM settings. B8~BF Reserved. C0~CF Reserved. S3 Resume Code Description S3 Resume is started (called from DXE IPL). Fill boot script data for S3 resume. Initializes VGA for S3 resume. OS S3 wake vector call. Recovery Code Description Recovery mode will be triggered due to invalid firmware volume detection.
  • Page 131 Code Description PCH initialization error. Some of the Architectural Protocols are not available. PCI resource allocation error. Out of Resources. No Space for Legacy Option ROM initialization. No Console Output Devices are found. No Console Input Devices are found. It is an invalid password. D9~DA Can't load Boot Option. Flash update is failed. Reset protocol is failed.

  • Page 132: Regulatory Statements

    Contravention will be prosecuted. We believe that the information contained herein was accurate in all respects at the time of printing. GIGABYTE cannot, however, assume any responsibility for errors or omissions in this text. Also note that the information in this document is subject to change without notice and should not be construed as a commitment by GIGABYTE.
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