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A520 AORUS ELITE
User's Manual
Rev. 1001
12ME-A52AELT-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.

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  • Page 1 A520 AORUS ELITE User's Manual Rev. 1001 12ME-A52AELT-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 Copyright © 2020 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. All rights reserved. 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 A520 AORUS ELITE Motherboard Layout ..............4 A520 AORUS ELITE Motherboard Block Diagram ............5 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation ..................6 Installation Precautions ..................6 Product Specifications ..................7 Installing the CPU ..................10 Installing the Memory ..................10 Installing an Expansion Card ................. 11 Back Panel Connectors ..................

  • Page 4: A520 Aorus Elite Motherboard Layout

    A520 AORUS ELITE Motherboard Layout D_LED2 LED_C2 CPU_FAN KB_MS_U32 ATX_12V CPU_OPT QFLED Socket AM4 QFLASH_ PLUS USB20 USB 2.0 Hub U32_LAN SYS_FAN1 AUDIO M_BIOS PCIEX16 Realtek ® GbE LAN PCIEX1_1 AMD A520 PCIEX2 CODEC PCIEX1_2 ® SATA3 Super I/O PCIEX1_3...

  • Page 5: A520 Aorus Elite Motherboard Block Diagram

    A520 AORUS ELITE Motherboard Block Diagram PCI Express 3.0 Bus CPU CLK+/- (100~500 MHz) DDR4 3200/2933/2667/2400/2133 MHz 1 M.2 Socket 3 AMD Socket HDMI AM4 CPU BIOS DVI-D 1 USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type A 3 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

    1-2 Product Specifications AMD Socket AM4, support for: Š 3rd Generation AMD Ryzen processors/ ™ 3rd Generation AMD Ryzen with Radeon Graphics processors ™ ™ (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) Chipset AMD A520 Š Memory 4 x DDR4 DIMM sockets supporting up to 128 GB (32 GB single DIMM capacity) Š...
  • Page 8 CPU: Š 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A port (red) on the back panel 3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports on the back panel Chipset: Š 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports available through the internal USB header 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports available through the internal USB headers Chipset+USB 2.0 Hub: Š...
  • Page 9 BIOS 1 x 128 Mbit flash Š Use of licensed AMI UEFI BIOS Š PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.7, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 5.0 Š Unique Features Š Support for APP Center * Available applications in APP Center may vary by motherboard model. Supported functions of each application may also vary depending on motherboard specifications.

  • Page 10: Installing The Cpu

    Installing the CPU 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 11: Installing An Expansion Card

    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 USB 2.0/1.1 Port The USB port supports the USB 2.0/1.1 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. Connection/ Connection/Speed LED: Activity LED:...

  • Page 13: Internal Connectors

    Internal Connectors ATX_12V M2A_CPU F_PANEL CPU_FAN F_AUDIO SYS_FAN1/2/3 F_U32 CPU_OPT F_USB1/F_USB2 D_LED1/D_LED2 LED_C1/LED_C2 QFLASH_PLUS CLR_CMOS SATA3 0/1/2/3 Read the following guidelines before connecting external devices: • First make sure your devices are compliant with the connectors you wish to connect. •...
  • Page 14 1/2) ATX_12V/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.
  • Page 15 5) CPU_OPT (Water Cooling CPU Fan Header) The fan 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).
  • Page 16 B S_ S B_ 8) 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.
  • Page 17 11) 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 18 13) 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.
  • Page 19 16) COM (Serial Port Header) The COM header can provide one serial port via an optional COM port cable. For purchasing the optional COM port cable, please contact the local dealer. Pin No. Definition Pin No. Definition NDCD- NDSR- NSIN NRTS- NSOUT NCTS-...

  • Page 20: Chapter 2 Bios Setup

    Chapter 2 BIOS Setup BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) records hardware parameters of the system in the CMOS on the motherboard. Its major functions include conducting the Power-On Self-Test (POST) during system startup, saving system parameters and loading operating system, etc. BIOS includes a BIOS Setup program that allows the user to modify basic system configuration settings or to activate certain system features.

  • Page 21: The Main Menu

    The Main Menu System Setup Menus Time Configuration Items Hardware Information Option Description Current Settings Quick Access Bar allows you to quickly move to the General Help, Easy Mode, Smart Fan 5, or Q-Flash screen. Advanced Mode Function Keys <f><g> Move the selection bar to select a setup menu <h><i>...

  • Page 22: Favorites (F11)

    Favorites (F11) Set your frequently used options as your favorites and use the <F11> key to quickly switch to the page where all of your favorite options are located. To add or remove a favorite option, go to its original page and press <Insert>...

  • Page 23: Tweaker

    Tweaker 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.
  • Page 24 & AMD Cool&Quiet function Lets the AMD Cool'n'Quiet driver dynamically adjust the CPU clock and VID to Enabled reduce heat output from your computer and its power consumption. (Default) Disables this function. Disabled & PPC Adjustment (Note 1) Allows you to fix the PState of the CPU. (Default: PState 0) &...
  • Page 25 ƒ SPD Info Displays information on the installed memory. & CPU Vcore/Dynamic Vcore(DVID)/VCORE SOC/Dynamic VCORE SOC(DVID)/CPU VDD18/CPU VDDP/A_VDD18S5/DRAM Voltage (CH A/B)/DDRVPP Voltage (CH A/B)/ DRAM Termination (CH A/B) These items allow you to adjust the CPU Vcore and memory voltages. ƒ...

  • Page 26: Settings

    Settings ƒ Platform Power & AC BACK Determines the state of the system after the return of power from an AC power loss. The system returns to its last known awake state upon the return of the AC power. Memory Always On The system is turned on upon the return of the AC power.
  • Page 27 & Power Loading Enables or disables dummy load. When the power supply is at low load, a self-protection will activate causing it to shutdown or fail. If this occurs, please set to Enabled. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting.
  • Page 28 & HD 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. & PCIEX16 Bifurcation Allows you to determine how the bandwidth of the PCIEX16 slot is divided. Options: Auto, PCIE 2x8, PCIE 1x8/2x4, PCIE 4x4 .
  • Page 29 ƒ SATA Configuration & SATA Mode Enables or disables RAID for the SATA controllers integrated in the Chipset or configures the SATA controllers to AHCI mode. Enables RAID for the SATA controller. RAID Configures the SATA controllers to AHCI mode. Advanced Host Controller Interface (AHCI) AHCI is an interface specification that allows the storage driver to enable advanced Serial ATA features such as Native Command Queuing and hot plug.
  • Page 30 & 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 31 & Fan Control Use Temperature Input Allows you to select the reference temperature for fan speed control. & Temperature Interval Allows you to select the temperature interval for fan speed change. & Fan Control Mode Lets the BIOS automatically detect the type of fan installed and sets the optimal control Auto mode.

  • Page 32: System Info

    System Info. 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. & System Language Selects the default language used by the BIOS. &...

  • Page 33: Boot

    Boot & 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 supports GPT partitioning, select the device prefixed with "UEFI:" string. Or if you want to install an operating system that supports GPT partitioning such as Windows 10 64-bit, select the optical drive that contains the Windows 10 64-bit installation disc and is prefixed with "UEFI:"...
  • Page 34 & VGA Support Allows you to select which type of operating system to boot. Enables legacy option ROM only. Auto EFI Driver Enables EFI option ROM. (Default) This item is configurable only when Fast Boot is set to Enabled or Ultra Fast. &...
  • Page 35 & User Password Allows you to configure a user 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 36: 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 37: Chapter 3 Appendix

    Chapter 3 Appendix 3-1 Configuring a RAID Set RAID Levels RAID 0 RAID 1 RAID 10 Minimum Number of ≥2 Hard Drives Number of hard drives * Size of the smallest drive (Number of hard drives/2) * Array Capacity Size of the smallest drive Size of the smallest drive Fault Tolerance Before you begin, please prepare the following items:...
  • Page 38 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 RAID driver, you do not need to install separate RAID driver during the Windows installation process.

  • Page 39: Drivers Installation

    Drivers Installation • Before installing the drivers, first install the operating system. • After installing the operating system, insert the motherboard driver disc 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."...

  • Page 40: Regulatory Notices

    Supplier's Declaration of Conformity 47 CFR § 2.1077 Compliance Information Product Name: Motherboard Trade Name: GIGABYTE Model Number: A520 AORUS ELITE Responsible Party – U.S. Contact Information: G.B.T. Inc. Address: 17358 Railroad street, City Of Industry, CA91748 Tel.: 1-626-854-9338 Internet contact information: https://www.gigabyte.com FCC Compliance Statement: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules, Subpart B, Unintentional Radiators.
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  • Page 44: 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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