Summary of Contents for Gigabyte Z790 AORUS Elite AX
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USB 2.0 M.2 WIFI Realtek ® 2.5GbE LAN CODEC RJ45 j Only for Z790 AORUS ELITE AX. k Only for Z790 AORUS ELITE. l Only for Z790 AORUS ELITE AX DDR4. m Only for Z790 AORUS ELITE DDR4. - 6 -...
Box Contents 5 Z790 AORUS ELITE AX, Z790 AORUS ELITE, Z790 AORUS ELITE AX DDR4, or Z790 AORUS ELITE DDR4 motherboard 5 User's Manual 5 One antennajl 5 Two SATA cables 5 One G Connector * The box contents above are for reference only and the actual items shall depend on the product package you obtain.
Chapter 2 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. •...
Support for non-ECC Un-buffered DIMM 1Rx8/2Rx8/1Rx16 memory modules Support for Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory modules (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory modules.) Onboard Integrated Graphics Processor-Intel HD Graphics support: ®...
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1 x Trusted Platform Module header (For the GC-TPM2.0 SPI/GC-TPM2.0 SPI 2.0 module only) j Only for Z790 AORUS ELITE AX. k Only for Z790 AORUS ELITE. l Only for Z790 AORUS ELITE AX DDR4. m Only for Z790 AORUS ELITE DDR4. - 10 -...
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Support for Q-Flash Support for Q-Flash Plus Support for Smart Backup j Only for Z790 AORUS ELITE AX. k Only for Z790 AORUS ELITE. l Only for Z790 AORUS ELITE AX DDR4. - 11 -...
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ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 24.4cm Form Factor * 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.
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.
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B. Installing the CPU Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU into the motherboard CPU socket. Finger Tab j G ently press the CPU socket lever handle down and away from the socket. k C ompletely lift up the CPU socket lock- ing lever.
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C. Installing the CPU Cooler Be sure to install the CPU cooler after installing the CPU. (Actual installation process may differ depending the CPU cooler to be used. Refer to the user's manual for your CPU cooler.) Apply an even and thin layer of thermal grease on the surface of the installed CPU.
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.) •...
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.
Only for Z790 AORUS ELITE AX. kOnly for Z790 AORUS ELITE. l Only for Z790 AORUS ELITE AX DDR4. (Note) To enable the Q-Flash Plus function, please navigate to the "Unique Features" page of GIGABYTE's website for more information. - 18 -...
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You can change the functionality of an audio jack using the audio software. To configure 7.1-channel audio, access the audio software for audio settings. & Please visit GIGABYTE's website for details on configuring the audio software. https://www.gigabyte.com/WebPage/697/realtek897-audio.html • When removing the cable connected to a back panel connector, first remove the cable from your device and then remove it from the motherboard.
RST_SW The reset button provides you with several functions to use. To remap the button to perform different tasks, please navigate to the "BIOS Setup" page of GIGABYTE's website and search for "RST_SW (MULTIKEY)" for more information. CLR_SW (Clear CMOS Button) Use this button to clear the BIOS configuration and reset the CMOS values to factory defaults when needed.
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BIOS flashing is complete. QFLED QFLASH_PLUS To enable the Q-Flash Plus function, please navigate to the "Unique Features" page of GIGABYTE's website for more information. Status LEDs The status LEDs show whether the CPU, memory, graphics card, and operating system are working properly after system power-on.
• 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. j Only for Z790 AORUS ELITE AX. k Only for Z790 AORUS ELITE. - 22 -...
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1/2) ATX_12V_2X4_1/ATX_12V_2X4_2/ATX (2x4 12V Power Connectors 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.
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For optimum heat dissipation, it is recommended that a system fan be installed inside the chassis. The header also provides speed control for a water cooling pump. Please navigate to the "BIOS Setup" page of GIGABYTE's website and search for "Smart Fan 6" for more information. Pin No. Definition...
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Incorrect connection may lead to the damage of the LED strip. For how to turn on/off the lights of the LED strip, please navigate to the "Unique Features" page of GIGABYTE's website. 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.
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Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device. The Intel Chipset supports RAID 0, RAID 1, ® RAID 5, and RAID 10. Please navigate to the "Configuring a RAID Set" page of GIGABYTE's website for instructions on configuring a RAID array. Pin No. Definition SATA3 To enable hot-plugging for the SATA ports, please navigate to the "BIOS Setup"...
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M.2 SSDs is supported by the M.2 socket you want to use. 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. Please navigate to the "Configuring a RAID Set" page of GIGABYTE's website for instructions on configuring a RAID array. M2A_CPU...
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SATA3 3jk SATA3 4 SATA3 5 SATA3 6 SATA3 7 M.2 SATA SSD M.2 PCIe SSD No M.2 SSD Installed a: Available, r: Not available j Only for Z790 AORUS ELITE AX. k Only for Z790 AORUS ELITE. - 28 -...
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Connects to the power switch on the chassis front panel. You may configure the way to turn off your system using the power switch (please navigate to the "BIOS Setup" page of GIGABYTE's website and search for "Soft-Off by PWR-BTTN" for more information).
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12) 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 pin assignments of the motherboard header. Incorrect connection between the module connector and the motherboard header will make the device unable to work or even damage it.
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F_USB30 F_ U 14) 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.
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F_USB3 F No Pin Data Input Chip Select S F_ S S_F 17) THB_C1/THB_C2 (Thunderbolt Add-in Card Connectors) ™ The connectors are used to connect to a GIGABYTE Thunderbolt add-in card. ™ S F_ S S_F THB_C2 F_USB3 F_USB30 3 THB_C1...
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CMOS values. • After system restart, go to BIOS Setup to load factory defaults (select Load Optimized Defaults) or manually configure the BIOS settings (please navigate to the "BIOS Setup" page of GIGABYTE's website for more information). 19) 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.
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Reset The reset jumper provides you with several functions to use. To remap the button to perform different tasks, please navigate to the "BIOS Setup" page of GIGABYTE's website and search for "RST_SW (MULTIKEY)" for more information. - 34 -...
If this occurs, try to clear the CMOS values and reset the board to default values. • Refer to the introductions of the battery/clear CMOS jumper/button in Chapter 2 or navigate to the "BIOS Setup" page of GIGABYTE's website and search for "Load Optimized Defaults" for how to clear the CMOS values.
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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. <F12>: BOOT MENU Boot Menu allows you to set the first boot device without entering BIOS Setup.
OS installation process. Refer to the steps below: Step 1: Go to GIGABYTE's website, browse to the motherboard model's web page, download the Intel SATA Preinstall driver file on the Support\Download\SATA RAID/AHCI page, unzip the file and copy the files to your USB thumb drive.
After you install the operating system, a dialog box will appear on the bottom-right corner of the desktop asking if you want to download and install the drivers and GIGABYTE applications via GIGABYTE Control Center (GCC). Click Install to proceed with the installation. (In BIOS Setup, make sure Settings\Gigabyte Utilities Downloader Configuration\Gigabyte Utilities Downloader is set to Enabled.)
• Please note that an M.2 PCIe SSD cannot be used to create a RAID set with a SATA hard drive. • Refer to the "Internal Connectors" section of the user's manual for the installation notices for the M.2, and SATA connectors. & Please visit GIGABYTE's website for details on configuring a RAID array. https://www.gigabyte.com/WebPage/927/intel700-raid.html - 39 -...
47 CFR § 2.1077 Compliance Information Product Name: Motherboard Trade Name: GIGABYTE Model Number: Z790 AORUS ELITE AX/Z790 AORUS ELITE/Z790 A ELITE AX DDR4/Z790 A ELITE DDR4 Responsible Party – U.S. Contact Information: G.B.T. Inc. Address: 17358 Railroad street, City Of Industry, CA91748 Tel.: 1-626-854-9338...
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European Commission Delegated Directive (EU) 2015/863 Statement I prodotti con il marchio CE sono conformi con una o più delle seguenti GIGABYTE products have not intended to add and safe from hazardous Direttive UE, come applicabile: Direttiva EMC 2014/30/UE, Direttiva sulla substances (Cd, Pb, Hg, Cr+6, PBDE, PBB, DEHP, BBP, DBP and DIBP).
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European Community Radio Equipment Directive Compliance Statement: This equipment complies with all the requirements and other relevant provisions of Radio Equipment Directive 2014/53/EU. This equipment is suitable for home and office use in all the European Community Member States and EFTA Member States. The low band 5.15 -5.35 GHz is for indoor use only.
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