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X570S AORUS PRO AX
User's Manual
Rev. 1101
12ME-X57SPOW-1101R
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  • Page 1 X570S AORUS PRO AX User's Manual Rev. 1101 12ME-X57SPOW-1101R 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 GIGABYTE's prior written permission. Documentation Classifications In order to assist in the use of this product, GIGABYTE provides the following types of documentations: „ For quick set-up of the product, read the Quick Installation Guide included with the product.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents X570S AORUS PRO AX Motherboard Layout ..............4 X570S AORUS PRO AX Motherboard Block Diagram ............5 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation ..................6 Installation Precautions ..................6 Product Specifications ..................7 Installing the CPU ..................11 Installing the Memory ..................11 Installing an Expansion Card .................

  • Page 4: X570S Aorus Pro Ax Motherboard Layout

    X570S AORUS PRO AX Motherboard Layout LED_C2 ATX_12V CPU_OPT D_LED2 CPU_FAN ATX_12V1 USB20 SYS_FAN1 M2_WIFI HDMI U32_1 USB 2.0 Hub (Note) U32_2 Socket AM4 QFLED QFLASH_PLUS U320G ASMedia USB 3.2 ® U32G2 Gen 2x2 Controller U32G2_LAN LED_CPU Intel 2.5 GbE ®...

  • Page 5: X570S Aorus Pro Ax Motherboard Block Diagram

    X570S AORUS PRO AX Motherboard Block Diagram PCI Express 4.0 /3.0 Bus (Note) CPU CLK+/- (100 MHz) DDR4 3200 /2933/2667/2400/2133 MHz (Note) Switch 1 M.2 Socket 3 (M2A_CPU) 1 HDMI 2.1 BIOS AM4 CPU 1 USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ®...

  • 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: Product Specifications

    Š 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: Š 1 x HDMI port, supporting a maximum resolution of 4096x2160@60 Hz...
  • Page 8 Expansion Slots Š 1 x PCI Express x16 slot (PCIEX16), integrated in the CPU: AMD Ryzen 5000 Series/3000 Series Processors ™ support PCIe 4.0 x16 mode AMD Ryzen 5000 G-Series/4000 G-Series/2000 Series Processors ™ support PCIe 3.0 x16 mode AMD Ryzen 3000 G-Series/2000 G-Series Processors ™...
  • Page 9 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+ASMedia USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Controller: ® Š 1 x USB Type-C port on the back panel, with USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 support ®...
  • Page 10 System Form Factor ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 24.4cm Š * GIGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to the product specifications and product-related information without prior notice. Please visit the Support\Utility List Please visit GIGABYTE's website for support lists of CPU, memory page on GIGABYTE's website to modules, SSDs, and M.2 devices.

  • Page 11: Installing The Cpu

    • 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.) • Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing the memory to prevent hardware damage.

  • Page 12: 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 13: 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 14 Side Speaker out through the audio driver. Please visit GIGABYTE's website for details on configuring the audio software. (Note 1) To enable the Q-Flash Plus function please visit the "Unique Features" webpage of GIGABYTE's website. (Note 2) For AMD Ryzen 5000 G-Series/4000 G-Series/3000 G-Series/2000 G-Series Processors only.

  • Page 15: Internal Connectors

    Internal Connectors 8 10 ATX_12V1/ATX_12V M2A_CPU/M2B_SB/M2C_SB F_PANEL CPU_FAN F_AUDIO SYS_FAN1/2/3/4 F_U32C SYS_FAN5_PUMP/SYS_FAN6_PUMP F_U32_1/F_U32_2 CPU_OPT F_USB1/F_USB2 EC_TEMP1/EC_TEMP2 D_LED1/D_LED2 CLR_CMOS LED_CPU LED_C1/LED_C2 CPU/DRAM/VGA/BOOT SATA3 0/1/2/3/4/5 THB_C Read the following guidelines before connecting external devices: • First make sure your devices are compliant with the connectors you wish to connect. •...
  • Page 16 1/2) ATX_12V1/ATX_12V/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.
  • Page 17 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 18 LED strip. For how to turn on/off the lights of the LED strip please visit the "Unique Features" webpage 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 19 LED strip. For how to turn on/off the lights of the LED strip please visit the "Unique Features" webpage 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 20 F_USB3 F 12) M2A_CPU/M2B_SB/M2C_SB (M.2 Socket 3 Connectors) The M.2 connectors support M.2 SATA SSDs or M.2 PCIe SSDs and support RAID configuration. 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.
  • Page 21 Installation Notices for the M.2 and SATA Connectors: The availability of the SATA connectors may be affected by the type of device installed in the M.2 sockets. The M2C_SB connector shares bandwidth with the SATA3 4, 5 connectors. Refer to the following tables for details.
  • Page 22 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. •...
  • Page 23 15) F_U32C (USB Type-C Header with USB 3.2 Gen 2 Support) ® The header conforms to USB 3.2 Gen 2 specification and can provide one USB port. F_USB3 F_USB30 3 Pin No. Definition Pin No. Definition Pin No. Definition VBUS RX2+ TX1+ SBU1...
  • Page 24 F_USB3 F 18) TPM (Trusted Platform Module Header) You may connect a TPM (Trusted Platform Module) to this header. Pin No. Definition Pin No. Definition LAD0 LAD3 VCC3 LAD1 LFRAME No Pin LAD2 SERIRQ LCLK LRESET 19) CLR_CMOS (Clear CMOS Jumper) Use this jumper to clear the BIOS configuration and reset the CMOS values to factory defaults.
  • Page 25 DRAM: Memory status LED VGA: Graphics card status LED DRAM BOOT: Operating system status LED BOOT 22) THB_C (Thunderbolt Add-in Card Connector) ™ This connector is for a GIGABYTE Thunderbolt add-in card. ™ Supports a Thunderbolt add-in card. ™ - 25 -...

  • Page 26: Chapter 2 Bios Setup

    To access the BIOS Setup program, press the <Delete> key during the POST when the power is turned on. To upgrade the BIOS, use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash or @BIOS utility. Q-Flash allows the user to quickly and easily upgrade or back up BIOS without entering the operating system.

  • Page 27: The Main Menu

    The Main Menu System Time Setup Menus Configuration Items Hardware Information Option Description Current Settings Quick Access Bar allows you to quickly move to the General Help, Easy Mode, Smart Fan 6, or Q-Flash screen. Advanced Mode Function Keys <f><g> Move the selection bar to select a setup menu <h><i>...

  • Page 28: Smart Fan 6

    Smart Fan 6 Use the <F6> function key to quickly switch to this screen. This screen allows you to configure fan speed related settings for each fan header or monitor your system/CPU temperature. & TUNE ALL Allows you to apply the current settings to all fan headers. &...

  • Page 29: Favorites (F11)

    & FAN/PUMP Mode Allows you to set the operating mode for the fan. Adjusts the fan speed linearly based on the temperature. (Default) Slope Adjusts the fan speed stepwise based on the temperature. Stair & FAN/PUMP Fail Warning Allows the system to emit warning sound if the fan/pump is not connected or fails. Check the fan/pump condition or fan/pump connection when this occurs.

  • Page 30: 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 31 & SVM Mode Virtualization enhanced by Virtualization Technology will allow a platform to run multiple operating systems and applications in independent partitions. With virtualization, one computer system can function as multiple virtual systems. (Default: Disabled) & 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.
  • Page 32 ƒ Advanced Memory Settings ƒ Memory Subtimings d Standard Timing Control, Advanced Timing Control, CAD Bus Setup Timing, CAD Bus Drive Strength, Data Bus Configuration These sections provide memory timing settings. Note: Your system may become unstable or fail to boot after you make changes on the memory timings.

  • Page 33: 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 34 ƒ IO Ports & Initial Display Output Specifies the first initiation of the monitor display from the installed PCI Express graphics card or the onboard graphics. IGD Video Sets the onboard graphics as the first display. (Note) PCIe 1 Slot Sets the graphics card on the PCIEX16 slot as the first display.
  • Page 35 ƒ APP Center Download & Install Configuration & APP Center Download & Install Allows you to determine whether to automatically download and install GIGABYTE APP Center after entering the operating system. Before installing APP Center, make sure the system is connected to the Internet.
  • Page 36 & Ipv4 PXE Support Enables or disables IPv4 PXE Support. This item is configurable only when Network Stack is enabled. & Ipv4 HTTP Support Enables or disables HTTP boot support for IPv4. This item is configurable only when Network Stack is enabled.
  • Page 37 & TSME Enables or disables TSME support. (Default: Auto) & AMD CPU fTPM Enables or disables the TPM 2.0 function integrated in the AMD CPU. (Default: Disabled) ƒ Trusted Computing Enables or disables Trusted Platform Module (TPM). ƒ AMD CBS This sub-menu provides AMD CBS-related configuration options.

  • Page 38: 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 39: Boot

    System (Default) & Full Screen LOGO Show Allows you to determine whether to display the GIGABYTE Logo at system startup. Disabled skips the GIGABYTE Logo when the system starts up. (Default: Enabled) & Fast Boot Enables or disables Fast Boot to shorten the OS boot process. Ultra Fast provides the fastest bootup speed.
  • Page 40 & 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 41 & 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 42: 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 43: Chapter 3 Appendix

    Chapter 3 Appendix 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 44 Windows installation process. After the operating system is installed, we recommend that you install all required drivers from the GIGABYTE APP Center to ensure system performance and compatibility. If the operating system to be installed requires that you provide additional RAID driver during the OS installation process, please refer to the steps below: 1.

  • Page 45: 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 &...

  • Page 46: Regulatory Notices

    Supplier's Declaration of Conformity 47 CFR § 2.1077 Compliance Information Product Name: Motherboard Trade Name: GIGABYTE Model Number: X570S AORUS PRO AX 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 47 European Commission Delegated Directive (EU) 2015/863 Statement Direttive UE, come applicabile: Direttiva EMC 2014/30/UE, Direttiva sulla GIGABYTE products have not intended to add and safe from hazardous bassa tensione 2014/35/UE, Direttiva di apparecchiature radio 2014/53/ substances (Cd, Pb, Hg, Cr+6, PBDE, PBB, DEHP, BBP, DBP and DIBP).
  • Page 48 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: X570S AORUS PRO AX rev. 1.0 Intel Corporation AX200NGW ®...
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  • Page 52: 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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