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B660 AORUS MASTER
B660 A MASTER DDR4
(B660 AORUS MASTER DDR4)
User's Manual
Rev. 1201
12ME-B66MST4-1201R
B660 AORUS
B660 A MASTER
MASTER
DDR4
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- Page 1 B660 AORUS MASTER B660 A MASTER DDR4 (B660 AORUS MASTER DDR4) User's Manual Rev. 1201 12ME-B66MST4-1201R B660 AORUS B660 A MASTER MASTER DDR4 For more product details, please visit GIGABYTE's website. To reduce the impacts on global warming, the packaging materials of this product...
- 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.
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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 ............... 13 Installing the Memory .................. -
Page 4: Chapter 1 Product Introduction
Chapter 1 Product Introduction Motherboard Layout CPU_FAN D_LED2 LED_C2 ATX_12V_2X2 ATX_12V_2X4 CPU_OPT USB20 USB 2.0 Hub M2_WIFI DP_HDMI20 LGA1700 U320G_ U32G2 USB 3.2 Gen 1 Hub U32_LAN AUDIO F_U32C Intel ® PCIEX16 2.5GbE LAN THB_C2 THB_C1 Intel B660 ® NOISE_SENSOR ®... - Page 5 CPU_FAN D_LED2 LED_C2 ATX_12V_2X2 ATX_12V_2X4 CPU_OPT USB20 USB 2.0 Hub M2_WIFI DP_HDMI20 LGA1700 U320G_ U32G2 USB 3.2 Gen 1 Hub U32_LAN AUDIO F_U32C Intel ® PCIEX16 2.5GbE LAN THB_C2 THB_C1 Intel B660 ® NOISE_SENSOR ® Super I/O CODEC PCIEX4 M_BIOS PCIEX1 RST_SW SYS_FAN2...
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Page 6: Motherboard Block Diagram
Intel 2.5GbE ® Switch 6 USB 3.2 Gen 1 USB 3.2 Gen 1 Hub PCI Express 3.0 Bus M.2 WIFI USB 2.0 4 USB 2.0/1.1 CODEC Only for B660 AORUS MASTER. Only for B660 A MASTER DDR4. - 6 -... -
Page 7: Box Contents
Box Contents 5 B660 AORUS MASTER or B660 A MASTER DDR4 motherboard 5 User's Manual 5 One antenna 5 Two SATA cables 5 One noise detection cable 5 M.2 screws 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 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
Š Intel 2.5GbE LAN chip (2.5 Gbps/1 Gbps/100 Mbps) ® Š Wireless Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX201 (For B660 AORUS MASTER PCB rev. 1.0/B660 A MASTER ® Š Communication DDR4 PCB rev. 1.1) Module Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX200 (For B660 AORUS MASTER PCB rev. 1.1/B660 A MASTER ®... - Page 10 Expansion Slots Š 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, running at x16 (PCIEX16) (The PCIEX16 slot conforms to PCI Express 4.0 standard.) 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, running at x4 (PCIEX4) Š * The PCIEX4 slot shares bandwidth with the M2M_SB connector. The PCIEX4 slot becomes unavailable when a device is installed in the M2M_SB connector.
- Page 11 Internal 1 x USB Type-C header, with USB 3.2 Gen 2 support ® Š Connectors 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 header Š 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers Š 1 x noise detection header Š 2 x Thunderbolt add-in card connectors ™...
- Page 12 * GIGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to the product specifications and product-related information without prior notice. B660 AORUS MASTER B660 A MASTER DDR4 Please visit GIGABYTE's website for support lists of CPU, memory modules, SSDs, and M.2 devices.
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Page 13: 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 14 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 15 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 16: Installing The Memory
DDR5_A1j/DDR4_A1k DDR5_A2j/DDR4_A2k DDR5_B1j/DDR4_B1k DDR5_B2j/DDR4_B2k When installing a single memory module, we recommend that you install it in the DDR5_A2j/ DDR4_A2k socket. Only for B660 AORUS MASTER. Only for B660 A MASTER DDR4. - 16 -... -
Page 17: 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 18: 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. SMA Antenna Connectors (2T2R) Use this connector to connect an antenna. Tighten the antennas to the antenna connectors and then aim the antennas correctly for better signal reception. - Page 19 RJ-45 LAN Port The Gigabit Ethernet LAN port provides Internet connection at up to 2.5 Gbps data rate. The following describes the states of the LAN port LEDs. Speed LED: Speed LED Activity LED Activity LED: State Description State Description Green 2.5 Gbps data rate Blinking...
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Page 20: Internal Connectors
Internal Connectors ATX_12V_2X2/ATX_12V_2X4 F_PANEL F_AUDIO CPU_FAN F_U32C SYS_FAN1/2/3/4 F_U32 SYS_FAN5/6_PUMP F_USB1/F_USB2 CPU_OPT SPI_TPM EC_TEMP1/EC_TEMP2 THB_C1/THB_C2 LED_C1/LED_C2 NOISE_SENSOR D_LED1/D_LED2 CLR_CMOS M2A_CPU/M2P_SB/M2M_SB RST_SW/RST SATA3 4/5/6/7 QFLASH_PLUS 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 21 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 22: Cpu_Fan
3/4) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN1/2/3/4 (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 23 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 24 8) LED_C1/LED_C2 (RGB LED Strip Headers) DEBUG The headers can be used to connect a standard 5050 RGB LED strip (12V/G/R/B), with maximum power PORT rating of 2A (12V) and maximum length of 2m. DEBUG PORT Pin No. Definition LED_C1 LED_C2 Connect your RGB LED strip to the header.
- Page 25 F_USB3 F F_USB3 F 10) M2A_CPU/M2P_SB/M2M_SB (M.2 Socket 3 Connectors) The M.2 connectors on the motherboard support only M.2 PCIe SSDs. S F_ M2A_CPU S S_F S F_ M2P_SB S F_ S S_F M2M_SB S S_F F_USB3 F_USB30 3 Follow the steps below to correctly install an M.2 SSD in the M.2 connector. Step 1: Locate the M.2 connector where you will install the M.2 SSD, use a screwdriver to unfasten the screw on the heatsink and then remove the heatsink.
- Page 26 11) SATA3 4/5/6/7 (SATA 6Gb/s Connectors) The SATA connectors conform to SATA 6Gb/s standard and are compatible with SATA 3Gb/s and SATA 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.
- Page 27 13) 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 28 F_USB3 F 14) 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 29 F_USB30 F_ U 16) 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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Page 30: Spi_Tpm
F_USB3 F 18) 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) F_USB3 F No Pin Data Input Chip Select S F_ S S_F 19) THB_C1/THB_C2 (Thunderbolt Add-in Card Connectors) ™... -
Page 31: Noise_Sensor
20) NOISE_SENSOR (Noise Detection Header) This header can be used to connect a noise detection cable to detect the noise inside the case. Pin No. Definition Noise Detection Noise Detection Cable For more information on the noise detection function, please navigate to the "Unique Features" page of GIGABYTE's website and search for "System Information Viewer."... -
Page 32: Rst_Sw
22) 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 33 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...
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Page 34: 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 35 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 36: 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 37: 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 38: 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 39: Regulatory Notices
Supplier's Declaration of Conformity 47 CFR § 2.1077 Compliance Information Product Name: Motherboard Trade Name: GIGABYTE Model Number: B660 AORUS MASTER /B660 A MASTER DDR4 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... - Page 40 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 41 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: B660 AORUS MASTER rev. 1.0/B660 A MASTER DDR4 rev. 1.1 Intel Corporation AX201NGW ®...
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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...