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B760 AORUS ELITE AX
B760 AORUS ELITE
B760 A ELITE AX DDR4
(B760 AORUS ELITE AX DDR4)
B760 AORUS ELITE DDR4
User's Manual
Rev. 1101
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- Page 1 GIGABYTE will reduce paper use in order to fulfill the responsibilities of a global citizen. Also, 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.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Chapter 1 Product Introduction ..................4 Motherboard Layout ..................4 Motherboard Block Diagram ................6 Box Contents ....................7 Chapter 2 Hardware Installation ..................8 Installation Precautions ..................8 Product Specifications ..................9 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler ............... 12 Installing the Memory .................. -
Page 4: Chapter 1 Product Introduction
® Super I/O CODEC PCIEX1_1 M_BIOS USB 2.0 Hub PCIEX1_2 QFLED RST_SW CLR_CMOS F_AUDIO SYS_FAN3 LED_C1 D_LED1 F_USB2 QFLASH_PLUS SYS_FAN4_PUMP CPU DRAM Temperature sensor VGA BOOT SPI_TPM F_USB1 SYS_FAN2 F_PANEL j Only for B760 AORUS ELITE AX. - 4 -... - Page 5 Super I/O CODEC PCIEX1_1 M_BIOS USB 2.0 Hub PCIEX1_2 QFLED RST_SW CLR_CMOS F_AUDIO SYS_FAN3 LED_C1 D_LED1 F_USB2 QFLASH_PLUS SYS_FAN4_PUMP CPU DRAM Temperature sensor VGA BOOT SPI_TPM F_USB1 SYS_FAN2 F_PANEL l Only for B760 AORUS ELITE AX DDR4. - 5 -...
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Page 6: Motherboard Block Diagram
CNVi M.2 WIFI Realtek ® 2.5GbE LAN RJ45 CODEC j Only for B760 AORUS ELITE AX. k Only for B760 AORUS ELITE. l Only for B760 AORUS ELITE AX DDR4. m Only for B760 AORUS ELITE DDR4. - 6 -... -
Page 7: Box Contents
Box Contents 5 B760 AORUS ELITE AX, B760 AORUS ELITE, B760 AORUS ELITE AX DDR4, or B760 AORUS ELITE DDR4 motherboard 5 User's Manual 5 One antennajl 5 Two SATA cables 5 One G Connector 5 M.2 screw j Only for B760 AORUS ELITE AX. -
Page 8: Chapter 2 Hardware Installation
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. •... -
Page 9: 2-2 Product Specifications
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: ®... - Page 10 Storage Interface Š CPU: 1 x M.2 connector (Socket 3, M key, type 22110/2280 PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 SSD support) (M2A_CPU) Chipset: Š 2 x M.2 connectors (Socket 3, M key, type 22110/2280 PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 SSD support) (M2P_SB, M2M_SB) 4 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, and RAID 10 support for SATA storage devices Š...
- Page 11 ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 24.4cm Form Factor Š * GIGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to the product specifications and product-related information without prior notice. j Only for B760 AORUS ELITE AX. l Only for B760 AORUS ELITE AX DDR4.
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Page 12: 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 13 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.
- Page 14 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.
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Page 15: 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.) •... -
Page 16: 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 17: Back Panel Connectors
Use this port for USB devices. j Only for B760 AORUS ELITE AX. l Only for B760 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. - 17 -... - Page 18 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.
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Page 19: Onboard Buttons And Leds
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. QFLASH_PLUS (Q-Flash Plus Button) Q-Flash Plus allows you to update the BIOS when your system is off (S5 shutdown state). - Page 20 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. CPU: CPU status LED DRAM: Memory status LED VGA: Graphics card status LED...
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Page 21: Internal Connectors
Internal Connectors ATX_12V_2X2/ATX_12V_2X4 F_PANEL F_AUDIO CPU_FAN F_U32C SYS_FAN1/2/3 F_U32 SYS_FAN4_PUMP F_USB1/F_USB2 CPU_OPT SPI_TPM LED_C1/LED_C2 D_LED1/D_LED2 CLR_CMOS SATA3 4/5/6/7 M2A_CPU/M2P_SB/M2M_SB Read the following guidelines before connecting external devices: • First make sure your devices are compliant with the connectors you wish to connect. •... - Page 22 1/2) ATX_12V_2X2/ATX_12V_2X4/ATX (2x2, 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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Page 23: Sys_Fan1
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... -
Page 24: Led_C1
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. - Page 25 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. Please navigate to the "Configuring a RAID Set" page of GIGABYTE's website for instructions on configuring a RAID array. SATA3 Pin No.
- Page 26 Step 3: Remove the protective film from the bottom of the motherboard heatsink and then replace the heatsink and tighten the screws. & Please visit GIGABYTE's website for details on using M.2 EZ-Latch Plus. Install the M.2 SSD: https://www.gigabyte.com/WebPage/920/M2-latchplus.html Remove the M.2 SSD: https://www.gigabyte.com/WebPage/921/removeM2.html...
- Page 27 M2M_SB connector: Follow the steps below to correctly install an M.2 SSD in the M.2 connector. Step 1: Use a screwdriver to unfasten the screws on the heatsink diagonally and then remove the heatsink. Locate the proper mounting hole based on the length of your M.2 SSD drive. To install an M.2 SSD in the 110mm hole, move the standoff on the 80mm hole to the 110mm hole.
- Page 28 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).
- Page 29 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.
- Page 30 F_USB30 14) F_U32 (USB 3.2 Gen 1 Header) F_ U 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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Page 31: Rst
F_USB3 F 16) SPI_TPM (Trusted Platform Module Header) You may connect an SPI TPM (Trusted Platform Module) to this header. Pin No. Definition Data Output Power (3.3V) No Pin Data Input Chip Select S F_ 17) BAT (Battery) S S_F 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. -
Page 32: Rst_Sw
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. - 32 -... -
Page 33: Chapter 3 Bios Setup
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 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. - Page 34 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.
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Page 35: Chapter 4 Installing The Operating System And Drivers
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. -
Page 36: Drivers Installation
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.) -
Page 37: Chapter 5 Appendix
• A USB thumb drive. The Intel B760 Chipset doesn't include RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, and RAID 10 support for ® NVMe SSD storage devices. & Please visit GIGABYTE's website for details on configuring a RAID array. https://www.gigabyte.com/WebPage/927/intel700-raid.html - 37 -... -
Page 38: Regulatory Notices
47 CFR § 2.1077 Compliance Information Product Name: Motherboard Trade Name: GIGABYTE Model Number: B760 AORUS ELITE AX/B760 AORUS ELITE/B760 A ELITE AX DDR4/B760 AORUS 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... - Page 39 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).
- Page 40 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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Page 41: Contact Us
Contact Us GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. Address: No.6, Baoqiang Rd., Xindian Dist., New Taipei City 231 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...