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Z690 UD AC
Z690 UD AX
Z690 UD
Z690 UD AX DDR4
Z690 UD DDR4
User's Manual
Rev. 1101
12ME-Z69UDX4-1101R
Z690 UD AC
Z690 UD AX
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Summary of Contents for GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY Z690 UD AC

  • Page 1 Z690 UD AC Z690 UD AX Z690 UD Z690 UD AX DDR4 Z690 UD DDR4 User's Manual Rev. 1101 12ME-Z69UDX4-1101R Z690 UD AC Z690 UD AX Z690 UD Z690 UD AX DDR4 Z690 UD DDR4 For more product details, please visit GIGABYTE's website.
  • Page 2 Copyright © 2021 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 Chapter 1 Product Introduction ..................4 Motherboard Layout ..................4 Box Contents ....................6 Chapter 2 Hardware Installation ..................7 Installation Precautions ..................7 Product Specifications ..................8 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler ............... 12 Installing the Memory ..................15 Installing an Expansion Card .................
  • Page 4: Chapter 1 Product Introduction

    USB 2.0 Hub U32_20 DP_HDMI U320G SYS_FAN2B U32G2 SYS_FAN2A U32_LAN AUDIO PCIEX16 THB_C2 Realtek PCIEX1_1j ® 2.5GbE LAN Z690 UD AC/Z690 UD AX/Z690 UD THB_C1 Intel Z690 ® PCIEX1_2 ® PCIEX1_3 Super I/O CODEC PCIEX1_4 M_BIOS PCIEX4 USB 2.0 Hub F_AUDIO...
  • Page 5 ATX_12V_2X2 CPU_OPT LED_C2 ATX_12V_2X4 CPU_FAN D_LED2 KB_MS_USB20 SYS_FAN1 M2_WIFIm LGA1700 USB 2.0 Hub U32_20 DP_HDMI U320G SYS_FAN2B U32G2 SYS_FAN2A U32_LAN AUDIO PCIEX16 THB_C2 Realtek Z690 UD AX DDR4/Z690 UD DDR4 ® 2.5GbE LAN THB_C1 Intel Z690 ® PCIEX1_2 ® PCIEX1_3 Super I/O CODEC PCIEX1_4...
  • Page 6: Box Contents

    Box Contents Z690 UD AC, Z690 UD AX, Z690 UD, Z690 UD AX DDR4,or Z690 UD DDR4 motherboard 5 User's Manual 5 Antennajkm 5 Two SATA cables 5 M.2 screws * The box contents above are for reference only and the actual items shall depend on the product package you obtain.
  • Page 7: 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 8: 2-2 Product Specifications

    BLUETOOTH 5.2 Support for 11ax 160MHz wireless standard and up to 2.4 Gbps data rate * Actual data rate may vary depending on environment and equipment. Only for Z690 UD AC. Only for Z690 UD AX. Only for Z690 UD.
  • Page 9 Š 8 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (4 ports on the back panel, 4 ports available through the internal USB headers) Only for Z690 UD AC. Only for Z690 UD AX. Only for Z690 UD. Only for Z690 UD AX DDR4.
  • Page 10 Fan speed control Š * Whether the fan (pump) speed control function is supported will depend on the fan (pump) you install. Only for Z690 UD AC. Only for Z690 UD AX. Only for Z690 UD AX DDR4. - 10 -...
  • Page 11 Form Factor Š * GIGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to the product specifications and product-related information without prior notice. Z690 UD AC Z690 UD AX Z690 UD Z690 UD AX DDR4 Z690 UD DDR4 Please visit GIGABYTE's website for support lists of CPU, memory modules, SSDs, and M.2 devices.
  • Page 12: 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 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.
  • Page 15: Installing The Memory

    DDR5_B1jkl/DDR4_B1mn DDR5_B2jkl/DDR4_B2mn When installing a single memory module, we recommend that you install it in the DDR5_A2jkl/DDR4_A2mn socket. Only for Z690 UD AC. Only for Z690 UD AX. Only for Z690 UD. Only for Z690 UD AX DDR4. Only for Z690 UD DDR4.
  • 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

    After installing the HDMI/DisplayPort device, make sure to set the default sound playback device to HDMI/DisplayPort. (The item name may differ depending on your operating system.) Only for Z690 UD AC. Only for Z690 UD AX. Only for Z690 UD AX DDR4.
  • Page 18 USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A Port (Red) The USB 3.2 Gen 2 port supports the USB 3.2 Gen 2 specification and is compatible to the USB 3.2 Gen 1 and USB 2.0 specification. Use this port for USB devices. USB Type-C Port ®...
  • Page 19: Internal Connectors

    Internal Connectors 12 13 ATX_12V_2X2/ATX_12V_2X4 SPDIF_O F_U32C CPU_FAN F_U32 SYS_FAN1/2A/2B F_USB1/F_USB2 SYS_FAN3_PUMP THB_C1/THB_C2 CPU_OPT D_LED1/D_LED2 SPI_TPM LED_C1/LED_C2 RST_SW/RST SATA3 2/3/4/5/6/7 QFLASH_PLUS M2A_CPU/M2P_SB/M2Q_SB CLR_CMOS F_PANEL F_AUDIO CPU/DRAM/VGA/BOOT Read the following guidelines before connecting external devices: • First make sure your devices are compliant with the connectors you wish to connect. •...
  • Page 20 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 The power connector possesses a foolproof design.
  • Page 21 3/4) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN1/2A/2B (Fan Headers) All fan headers on this motherboard are 4-pin. 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. For optimum heat dissipation, it is recommended that a system fan be installed inside the chassis.
  • Page 22 6) 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 23 8) LED_C1/LED_C2 (RGB LED Strip Headers) The headers can be used to connect a standard 5050 RGB LED strip (12V/G/R/B), with maximum power rating of 2A (12V) and maximum length of 2m. DEBUG DEBUG PORT PORT Pin No. Definition LED_C1 LED_C2 RGB LED Strip Connect your RGB LED strip to the header.
  • Page 24 10) M2A_CPU/M2P_SB/M2Q_SB (M.2 Socket 3 Connectors) There are two types of M.2 SSDs: M.2 SATA SSDs and M.2 PCIe SSDs. This motherboard only supports S F_ M.2 PCIe SSDs. Be sure to verify the type of M.2 SSDs you want to use. Please note that an M.2 PCIe SSD cannot be used to create a RAID set with a SATA hard drive.
  • Page 25 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. Power LED Power Switch Speaker...
  • Page 26 B S_ S B_ 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.
  • Page 27 14) F_U32C (USB Type-C Header with USB 3.2 Gen 1 Support) ® The header conforms to USB 3.2 Gen 1 specification and can provide one USB port. Pin No. Definition Pin No. Definition VBUS VBUS F_USB3 F_USB30 3 TX1+ TX2+ TX1- TX2- USB 0_ B...
  • Page 28 16) F_USB1/F_USB2 (USB 2.0/1.1 Headers) The headers conform to USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Each USB header can provide two USB ports via an optional USB bracket. For purchasing the optional USB bracket, please contact the local dealer. Pin No. Definition Power (5V) F_USB3 F Power (5V) USB DX-...
  • Page 29 18) 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. B S_ Pin No. Definition NDCD- NSIN NSOUT NDTR- S B_ NDSR- NRTS-...
  • Page 30 20) RST_SW/RST (Reset Button/Reset Jumper) The reset button (RST_SW) allows users to quickly turn on/off the computer in an open-case environment when they want to change hardware components or conduct hardware testing. The reset jumper (RST) can connect to the reset switch on the chassis front panel. Press the reset switch to restart the computer if the computer freezes and fails to perform a normal restart.
  • Page 31 22) 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. Open: Normal Short: Clear CMOS Values •...
  • Page 32 S S_F 24) CPU/DRAM/VGA/BOOT (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. F_USB3 F_USB30 3 USB 0_ B...
  • Page 33: Chapter 3 Bios Setup

    Chapter 3 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 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.
  • Page 35: Chapter 4 Installing The Operating System And Drivers

    Chapter 4 Installing the Operating System and Drivers Operating System Installation With the correct BIOS settings, you are ready to install the operating system. If you want to install an operating system on a RAID volume, you need to install the Intel RST VMD Controller ®...
  • Page 36: Drivers Installation

    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 APP Center. Click Install to proceed with the installation. (In BIOS Setup, make sure Settings\IO Ports\APP Center Download & Install Configuration\APP Center Download & Install is set to Enabled.) When the End User License Agreement dialog box appears, press <Accept>...
  • Page 37: Chapter 5 Appendix

    Chapter 5 Appendix 5-1 Configuring a RAID Set RAID Levels RAID 0 RAID 1 RAID 5 RAID 10 Minimum Number of Hard ≥2 ≥3 Drives Number of hard (Number of hard (Number of hard Size of the smallest Array Capacity drives * Size of the drives -1) * Size of drives/2) * Size of the drive...
  • Page 38: Regulatory Notices

    Product Name: Motherboard Trade Name: GIGABYTE Model Number: Z690 UD AC / Z690 UD AX / Z690 UD / Z690 UD AX DDR4 / Z690 UD 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 Under Industry Canada regulations, this radio transmitter may only European Union (EU) CE-Konformitätserklärung operate using an antenna of a type and maximum (or lesser) gain Dieses Produkte mit CE-Kennzeichnung erfüllen folgenden EU- approved for the transmitter by Industry Canada. To reduce potential Richtlinien: EMV-Richtlinie 2014/30/EU, Niederspannungsrichtlinie radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain should 2014/35/EU, Funkanlagen Richtlinie 2014/53/EU, RoHS-Richtlinie...
  • Page 40 To identify your Motherboard version or revision number, look for “REV: X.X” printed on the PCB on the top left corner of the Motherboard. For example, "REV:1.0" means the revision of the motherboard is 1.0. . Motherboard revision no.: Wireless module manufacturer, model name: Z690 UD AC rev. 1.0 Intel Corporation 9560NGW ®...
  • Page 41 Country approvals for wireless module 9560NGW: Country approvals for wireless module AX201NGW: Country approvals for wireless module AX200NGW: Australia: Wireless module country approvals: Wireless module manufacturer: Intel Corporation ® Wireless module model name: AX211NGW - 41 -...
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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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