GIGABYTE B560I AORUS PRO AX - Motherboard Manual

Identifying Your Motherboard Revision

The revision number on your motherboard looks like this: "REV: X.X." For example, "REV: 1.0" means the revision of the motherboard is 1.0. Check your motherboard revision before updating motherboard BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical information.
Example:

B560I AORUS PRO AX Motherboard Layout

Box Contents

• B560I AORUS PRO AX motherboard
• User's Manual
• Motherboard driver disc
• One RGB LED strip extension cable
• Two SATA cables
• M.2 screw(s)/M.2 standoff(s)
• One antenna
• Two fan header extension cables

* The box contents above are for reference only and the actual items shall depend on the product package you obtain.
The box contents are subject to change without notice.
(Note) The connector/chip is on the back of the motherboard.

B560I AORUS PRO AX Motherboard Block Diagram

(Note) Actual support may vary by CPU.

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.
• Prior to installation, do not remove or break motherboard S/N (Serial Number) sticker or warranty sticker provided by your dealer. These stickers are required for warranty validation.
• Always remove the AC power by unplugging the power cord from the power outlet before installing or removing the motherboard or other hardware components.
• When connecting hardware components to the internal connectors on the motherboard, make sure they are connected tightly and securely.
• When handling the motherboard, avoid touching any metal leads or connectors.
• It is best to wear an electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap when handling electronic components such as a motherboard, CPU or memory. If you do not have an ESD wrist strap, keep your hands dry and first touch a metal object to eliminate static electricity.
• Prior to installing the motherboard, please have it on top of an antistatic pad or within an electrostatic shielding container.
• Before connecting or unplugging the power supply cable from the motherboard, make sure the power supply has been turned off.
• Before turning on the power, make sure the power supply voltage has been set according to the local voltage standard.
• Before using the product, please verify that all cables and power connectors of your hardware components are connected.
• To prevent damage to the motherboard, do not allow screws to come in contact with the motherboard circuit or its components.
• Make sure there are no leftover screws or metal components placed on the motherboard or within the computer casing.
• Do not place the computer system on an uneven surface.
• Do not place the computer system in a high-temperature or wet environment.
• Turning on the computer power during the installation process can lead to damage to system components as well as physical harm to the user.
• If you are uncertain about any installation steps or have a problem related to the use of the product, please consult a certified computer technician.
• If you use an adapter, extension power cable, or power strip, ensure to consult with its installation and/or grounding instructions.

Product Specifications

(Note) Supported by 11th Generation processors only.
* GIGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to the product specifications and product-related information without prior notice.

Please visit GIGABYTE's website for support lists of CPU, memory modules, SSDs, and M.2 devices.

Please visit the Support\Utility List page on GIGABYTE's website to download the latest version of apps.

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.
• Locate the pin one of the CPU. The CPU cannot be inserted if oriented incorrectly. (Or you may locate the notches on both sides of the CPU and alignment keys on the CPU socket.)
• Apply an even and thin layer of thermal grease on the surface of the CPU.
• Do not turn on the computer if the CPU cooler is not installed, otherwise overheating and damage of the CPU may occur.
• Set the CPU host frequency in accordance with the CPU specifications. It is not recommended that the system bus frequency be set beyond hardware specifications since it does not meet the standard requirements for the peripherals. If you wish to set the frequency beyond the standard specifications, please do so according to your hardware specifications including the CPU, graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc.

Installing the CPU
Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the CPU.

Do not remove the CPU socket cover before inserting the CPU. It may pop off from the load plate automatically during the process of re-engaging the lever after you insert the CPU.

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.)
• Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing the memory to prevent hardware damage.
• Memory modules have a foolproof design. A memory module can be installed in only one direction. If you are unable to insert the memory, switch the direction.

Dual Channel Memory Configuration
This motherboard provides two memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. After the memory is installed, the BIOS will automatically detect the specifications and capacity of the memory. Enabling Dual Channel memory mode will double the original memory bandwidth.
The two memory sockets are divided into two channels and each channel has one memory socket as following:

• Channel A: DDR4_A1
• Channel B: DDR4_B1

Please visit GIGABYTE's website for details on hardware installation.

Due to CPU limitations, read the following guidelines before installing the memory in Dual Channel mode.

1. Dual Channel mode cannot be enabled if only one memory module is installed.
2. When enabling Dual Channel mode with two memory modules, it is recommended that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used.

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.

Back Panel Connectors

1. 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.
2. USB Type-C® Port
   The reversible USB port supports the USB 3.2 Gen 1 specification and is compatible to the USB 2.0 specification. Use this port for USB devices.
3. USB 2.0/1.1 Port (Q-Flash Plus Port)
   The USB port supports the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Use this port for USB devices. Before using Q-Flash Plus (Note), make sure to insert the USB flash drive into this port first.
4. USB 2.0/1.1 Port
   The USB port supports the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Use this port for USB devices.
5. USB 3.2 Gen 1 Port
   The USB 3.2 Gen 1 port supports the USB 3.2 Gen 1 specification and is compatible to the USB 2.0 specification. Use this port for USB devices.
6. DisplayPort
   DisplayPort delivers high quality digital imaging and audio, supporting bi-directional audio transmission. DisplayPort can support HDCP 2.3 content protection mechanisms. You can use this port to connect your DisplayPort-supported monitor. Note: The DisplayPort Technology can support a maximum resolution of 4096x2304@60 Hz but the actual resolutions supported depend on the monitor being used.
7. HDMI Port
   
   The HDMI port supports HDCP 2.3 and Dolby TrueHD and DTS HD Master Audio formats. It also supports up to 192KHz/16bit 7.1-channel LPCM audio output. You can use this port to connect your HDMI-supported monitor. The maximum supported resolution is 4096x2160@60 Hz, but the actual resolutions supported are dependent on the monitor being used.
   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.)
   (Note) To enable the Q-Flash Plus function please visit the "Unique Features" webpage of GIGABYTE's website.
8. Q-Flash Plus Button^(Note)
   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. The QFLED will flash when the BIOS matching and flashing activities start and will stop flashing when the main BIOS flashing is complete.
9. 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.
   
   Connection/Speed LED:

   State	Description
   Green	2.5 Gbps data rate
   Orange	1 Gbps data rate
   Off	100 Mbps data rate

   Activity LED:

   State	Description
   Blinking	Data transmission or receiving is occurring
   On	No data transmission or receiving is occurring

10. 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.
11. Line In/Rear Speaker Out
    The line in jack. Use this audio jack for line in devices such as an optical drive, walkman, etc.
12. Line Out/Front Speaker Out
    The line out jack. This jack supports audio amplifying function. For better sound quality, it is recommended that you connect your headphone/speaker to this jack (actual effects may vary by the device being used).
13. Mic In/Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out
    The Mic in jack.

Audio Jack Configurations:

• You can change the functionality of an audio jack using the audio software.
• To configure 7.1-channel audio, you need to open the audio software and select Device advanced settings > Playback Device to change the default setting first.

• When removing the cable connected to a back panel connector, first remove the cable from your device and then remove it from the motherboard.
• When removing the cable, pull it straight out from the connector. Do not rock it side to side to prevent an electrical short inside the cable connector.

(Note) To enable the Q-Flash Plus function please visit the "Unique Features" webpage of GIGABYTE's website.
Please visit GIGABYTE's website for details on configuring the audio software.

Internal Connectors

1. ATX_12V_2X4
2. ATX
3. CPU_FAN
4. SYS_FAN1/2
5. D_LED
6. LED_C
7. SATA3 2/3/4/5
8. M2A_CPU/M2P_SB^(Note)
9. F_AUDIO
10. F_PANEL
11. SPEAKER
12. F_U32G1
13. F_U32CG1
14. F_USB1
15. CI
16. CLR_CMOS
17. BAT

(Note) The M2P_SB connector is on the back of the motherboard.
Read the following guidelines before connecting external devices:

• First make sure your devices are compliant with the connectors you wish to connect.
• 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.
• After installing the device and before turning on the computer, make sure the device cable has been securely attached to the connector on the motherboard.

ATX_12V_2X4/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. The power connector possesses a foolproof design. Connect the power supply cable to the power connector in the correct orientation.
The 12V power connector mainly supplies power to the CPU. If the 12V power connector is not connected, the computer will not start.
To meet expansion requirements, it is recommended that a power supply that can withstand high power consumption be used (500W or greater). If a power supply is used that does not provide the required power, the result can lead to an unstable or unbootable system.

ATX_12V_2X4

ATX

CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN1/2 (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.

• Be sure to connect fan cables to the fan headers to prevent your CPU and system from overheating. Overheating may result in damage to the CPU or the system may hang.
• These fan headers are not configuration jumper blocks. Do not place a jumper cap on the headers.

D_LED (Addressable LED Strip Header)

The header can be used to connect a standard 5050 addressable LED strip, with maximum power rating of 5A (5V) and maximum number of 1000 LEDs.

Connect your addressable LED strip to the header. The power pin (marked with a triangle on the plug) of the LED strip must be connected to Pin 1 of the addressable LED strip header. Incorrect connection may lead to the damage of the LED strip.

LED_C (RGB LED Strip Header)

The header 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.

Connect one end of the RGB LED strip extension cable to the header and the other end to your RGB LED strip. The black wire (marked with a triangle on the plug) of the extension cable must be connected to Pin 1 (12V) of this header. The 12V pin (marked with an arrow) on the other end of the extension cable must be lined up with the 12V of the LED strip. Be careful with the connection orientation of the LED strip; incorrect connection may lead to the damage of the 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.

SATA3 2/3/4/5 (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.

To enable hot-plugging for the SATA ports, refer to "BIOS Setup," "Settings\IO Ports\ SATA And RST Configuration," for more information.

M2A_CPU^{(Note 1)}/M2P_SB^{(Note 2)} (M.2 Socket 3 Connectors)

The M.2 connector supports M.2 SATA SSDs or M.2 PCIe SSDs.

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 (Only the M2A_CPU connector has the heatsink). Remove the protective film from the thermal pad on the M.2 connector.

Step 2:
Locate the proper mounting hole based on the length of your M.2 SSD drive. If needed, move the standoff to the desired mounting hole. Insert the M.2 SSD into the M.2 connector at an angle.

Step 3:
Press the M.2 SSD down and then use the included screw to secure it in the connector. Replace the heatsink and secure it to the original hole. Remove the protective film from the bottom of the heatsink before replacing the heatsink.

(Note 1) Supported by 11th Generation processors only.
(Note 2) The M2P_SB connector is on the back of the motherboard.

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.

Some chassis provide a front panel audio module that has separated connectors on each wire instead of a single plug. For information about connecting the front panel audio module that has different wire assignments, please contact the chassis manufacturer.

F_PANEL (Front Panel Header)

Connect the power switch, reset switch, 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.

• PLED (Power LED):

  System Status	LED
  S0	On
  S3/S4/S5	Off

Connects to the power status indicator on the chassis front panel. The LED is on when the system is operating. The LED is off when the system is in S3/ S4 sleep state or powered off (S5).

• PW (Power Switch):
  Connects to the power switch on the chassis front panel. You may configure the way to turn off your system using the power switch (refer to "BIOS Setup," "Settings\Platform Power," for more information).
• HD (Hard Drive Activity LED):
  Connects to the hard drive activity LED on the chassis front panel. The LED is on when the hard drive is reading or writing data.
• RES (Reset Switch):
  Connects 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.
• NC: No connection.
  The front panel design may differ by chassis. A front panel module mainly consists of power switch, reset switch, power LED, hard drive activity LED and etc. When connecting your chassis front panel module to this header, make sure the wire assignments and the pin assignments are matched correctly.

SPEAKER (Speaker Header)

The system reports system startup status by issuing a beep code. One single short beep will be heard if no problem is detected at system startup. This header can also provide audio output in the operating system.

F_U32G1 (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.

F_U32CG1 (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.

F_USB1 (USB 2.0/1.1 Header)

The header conforms 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.

• Do not plug the IEEE 1394 bracket (2x5-pin) cable into the USB 2.0/1.1 header.
• Prior to installing the USB bracket, be sure to turn off your computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the USB bracket.

CI (Chassis Intrusion Header)

This motherboard provides a chassis detection feature that detects if the chassis cover has been removed. This function requires a chassis with chassis intrusion detection design.

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

• Always turn off your computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before clearing the CMOS values.
• After system restart, go to BIOS Setup to load factory defaults (select Load Optimized Defaults) or manually configure the BIOS settings (refer to "BIOS Setup," for BIOS configurations).

BAT (Battery)

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. Replace the battery when the battery voltage drops to a low level, or the CMOS values may not be accurate or may be lost.

You may clear the CMOS values by removing the battery:

1. Turn off your computer and unplug the power cord.
2. Unplug the the battery cable from the battery cable header and wait for one minute.
3. Plug in the battery cable.
4. Plug in the power cord and restart your computer.

• Always turn off your computer and unplug the power cord before replacing the battery.
• Replace the battery with an equivalent one. Damage to your devices may occur if the battery is replaced with an incorrect model.
• Contact the place of purchase or local dealer if you are not able to replace the battery by yourself or uncertain about the battery model.
• Used batteries must be handled in accordance with local environmental regulations.

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.
When the power is turned off, the battery on the motherboard supplies the necessary power to the CMOS to keep the configuration values in the CMOS.
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.
• @BIOS is a Windows-based utility that searches and downloads the latest version of BIOS from the Internet and updates the BIOS.

• Because BIOS flashing is potentially risky, if you do not encounter problems using the current version of BIOS, it is recommended that you not flash the BIOS. To flash the BIOS, do it with caution. Inadequate BIOS flashing may result in system malfunction.
• It is recommended that you not alter the default settings (unless you need to) to prevent system instability or other unexpected results. Inadequately altering the settings may result in system's failure to boot. If this occurs, try to clear the CMOS values and reset the board to default values. (Refer to the "Load Optimized Defaults" section in this chapter or introductions of the battery/clear CMOS jumper for how to clear the CMOS values.)

Startup Screen

The following startup Logo screen will appear when the computer boots.

There are two different BIOS modes as follows and you can use the <F2> key to switch between the two modes. Easy Mode allows users to quickly view their current system information or to make adjustments for optimum performance. In Easy Mode, you can use your mouse to move through configuration items. The Advanced Mode provides detailed BIOS settings. You can press the arrow keys on your keyboard to move among the items and press <Enter> to accept or enter a sub-menu. Or you can use your mouse to select the item you want.

• When the system is not stable as usual, select the Load Optimized Defaults item to set your system to its defaults.
• The BIOS Setup menus described in this chapter are for reference only and may differ by BIOS version.

The Main Menu

Advanced Mode Function Keys

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.
• Temperature
  Displays the current temperature of the selected target area.
• Fan Speed
  Displays current fan speeds.
• Flow Rate
  Displays the flow rate of your water cooling system. Press <Enter> on Fan Speed to switch to this function.
• Fan Speed Control
  Allows you to determine whether to enable the fan speed control function and adjust the fan speed.
  • Normal
    Allows the fan to run at different speeds according to the temperature. You can adjust the fan speed with System Information Viewer based on your system requirements. (Default)
  • Silent
    Allows the fan to run at slow speeds.
  • Manual
    Allows you to drag the curve nodes to adjust fan speed. Or you can use the EZ Tuning feature. After adjusting the node position, press Apply to automatically calculate the slope of the curve.
  • Full Speed
    Allows the fan to run at full speeds.
• 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
  • Auto
    Lets the BIOS automatically detect the type of fan installed and sets the optimal control mode. (Default)
  • Voltage
    Voltage mode is recommended for a 3-pin fan.
  • PWM
    PWM mode is recommended for a 4-pin fan.
• FAN Stop
  Enables or disables the fan stop function. You can set the temperature limit using the temperature curve. The fan stops operation when the temperature is lower than the limit. (Default: Disabled)
• FAN Mode
  Allows you to set the operating mode for the fan.
  • Slope
    Adjusts the fan speed linearly based on the temperature. (Default)
  • Stair
    Adjusts the fan speed stepwise based on the temperature.
• FAN Fail Warning
  Allows the system to emit warning sound if the fan is not connected or fails. Check the fan condition or fan connection when this occurs. (Default: Disabled)
• Save Fan Profile
  This function allows you to save the current settings to a profile. You can save the profile in the BIOS or select Select File in HDD/FDD/USB to save the profile to your storage device.
• Load Fan Profile
  This function allows you to load a previously saved BIOS profile without the hassles of reconfiguring the BIOS settings. Or you can select Select File in HDD/FDD/USB to load a profile from your storage device.

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> on the option. The option is marked with a star sign if set as a "favorite."

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. (Inadequately altering the settings may result in system's failure to boot. If this occurs, clear the CMOS values and reset the board to default values.)

• CPU Clock Ratio
  Allows you to alter the clock ratio for the installed CPU. The adjustable range is dependent on the CPU being installed.
• Ring Ratio
  Allows you to set the CPU Uncore ratio. The adjustable range is dependent on the CPU being used. (Default: Auto)
• IGP Ratio^{(Note 1)}
  Allows you to set the Graphics Ratio. (Default: Auto)
• AVX Disable^{(Note 1)}
  Allows you to disable the AVX instruction sets on a CPU that supports AVX. (Default: Auto)
• AVX512 Disable^{(Note 1)}
  Allows you to disable the AVX-512 instruction sets on a CPU that supports AVX-512. (Default: Auto)

Advanced CPU Settings

• Core Fused Max Core Ratio^{(Note 1)}
  Displays the highest frequency of each core.
• CPU Over Temperature Protection ^{(Note 1)}
  Allows you to fine-tune the TJ Max offset value. (Default: Auto)
• FCLK Frequency for Early Power On ^{(Note 1)}
  Allows you to set the FCLK frequency. Options are: Normal(800Mhz), 1GHz, 400MHz. (Default: 1GHz)
• Hyper-Threading Technology
  Allows you to determine whether to enable multi-threading technology when using an Intel^® CPU that supports this function. This feature only works for operating systems that support multi-processor mode. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto)
• No. of CPU Cores Enabled
  Allows you to select the number of CPU cores to enable in an Intel^® multi-core CPU (the number of CPU cores may vary by CPU). Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto)
• Intel(R) Speed Shift Technology (Intel^® Speed Shift Technology) ^{(Note 1)}
  Enables or disables Intel^® Speed Shift Technology. Enabling this feature allows the processor to ramp up its operating frequency more quickly and then improves the system responsiveness. (Default: Enabled)
• CPU Thermal Monitor ^{(Note 1)}
  Enables or disables Intel^® Thermal Monitor function, a CPU overheating protection function. When enabled, the CPU core frequency and voltage will be reduced when the CPU is overheated. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto)
• Ring to Core offset (Down Bin)
  Allows you to determine whether to disable the CPU Ring ratio auto-down function. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto)
• CPU EIST Function ^{(Note 1)}
  Enables or disables Enhanced Intel^® Speed Step Technology (EIST). Depending on CPU loading, Intel^® EIST technology can dynamically and effectively lower the CPU voltage and core frequency to decrease average power consumption and heat production. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto)
• Race To Halt (RTH) ^{(Note 1)}/Energy Efficient Turbo ^{(Note 1)}
  Enables or disables the CPU power saving related settings. (Default: Auto)
• Intel(R) Turbo Boost Technology ^{(Note 1)}
  Allows you to determine whether to enable the Intel^® CPU Turbo Boost technology. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto)
• Intel(R) Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 ^{(Note 1)}
  Enables or disables Intel^® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0. Intel^® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 allows the system to identify the processor's best performance core and lets you manually direct the most critical workloads to it. You can even adjust the frequency of each core individually for performance optimization. (Default: Enabled)
• CPU Flex Ratio Override
  Enables or disables the CPU Flex Ratio. The maximum CPU clock ratio will be based on the CPU Flex Ratio Settings value if CPU Clock Ratio is set to Auto. (Default: Disabled)
• CPU Flex Ratio Settings
  Allows you to set the CPU Flex Ratio. The adjustable range may vary by CPU.
• Frequency Clipping TVB ^{(Note 1)}
  Allows you to enable or disable automatic CPU frequency reduction initiated by Thermal Velocity Boost. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto)
• Voltage reduction initiated TVB ^{(Note 1)}
  Allows you to enable or disable automatic CPU voltage reduction initiated by Thermal Velocity Boost. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto)

Active Turbo Ratios

• Turbo Ratio (Core Active)
  Allows you to set the CPU Turbo ratios for active cores. Auto sets the CPU Turbo ratios according to the CPU specifications. This item is configurable only when Active Turbo Ratios is set to Manual. (Default: Auto)

Per Core HT Disable Setting

• HT Disable^{(Note 1)}
  Allows you determine whether to disable the HT feature for each CPU core. This item is configurable only when Per Core HT Disable Setting is set to Manual. (Default: Disabled)

C-States Control

• CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E)
  Enables or disables Intel^® CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) function, a CPU power-saving function in system halt state. When enabled, the CPU core frequency and voltage will be reduced during system halt state to decrease power consumption. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. This item is configurable only when C-States is enabled. (Default: Auto)
• C3 State Support ^{(Note 1)}
  Allows you to determine whether to let the CPU enter C3 mode in system halt state. When enabled, the CPU core frequency and voltage will be reduced during system halt state to decrease power consumption. The C3 state is a more enhanced power-saving state than C1. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. This item is configurable only when C-States is enabled. (Default: Auto)
• C6/C7 State Support
  Allows you to determine whether to let the CPU enter C6/C7 mode in system halt state. When enabled, the CPU core frequency and voltage will be reduced during system halt state to decrease power consumption. The C6/C7 state is a more enhanced power-saving state than C3. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. This item is configurable only when C-States Control is set to Enabled. (Default: Auto)
• C8 State Support ^{(Note 1)}
  Allows you to determine whether to let the CPU enter C8 mode in system halt state. When enabled, the CPU core frequency and voltage will be reduced during system halt state to decrease power consumption. The C8 state is a more enhanced power-saving state than C6/C7. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. This item is configurable only when C-States Control is set to Enabled. (Default: Auto)
• C10 State Support ^{(Note 1)}
  Allows you to determine whether to let the CPU enter C10 mode in system halt state. When enabled, the CPU core frequency and voltage will be reduced during system halt state to decrease power consumption. The C10 state is a more enhanced power-saving state than C8. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. This item is configurable only when C-States Control is set to Enabled. (Default: Auto)
• Package C State Limit ^{(Note 1)}
  Allows you to specify the C-state limit for the processor. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. This item is configurable only when C-States Control is set to Enabled. (Default: Auto)
• CPU Power Performance ^{(Note 1)}
  Allows you to determine whether to increase CPU performance. (Default: Auto)

Turbo Power Limits
Allows you to set a power limit for CPU Turbo mode. When the CPU power consumption exceeds the specified power limit, the CPU will automatically reduce the core frequency in order to reduce the power. Auto sets the power limit according to the CPU specifications. (Default: Auto)

• Power Limit TDP (Watts) / Power Limit Time
  Allows you to set the power limit for CPU/platform/memory Turbo mode and how long it takes to operate at the specified power limit. Auto sets the power limit according to the CPU specifications. This item is configurable only when Turbo Power Limits is set to Enabled. (Default: Auto)
• Core Current Limit (Amps)
  Allows you to set a current limit for CPU Turbo mode. When the CPU current exceeds the specified current limit, the CPU will automatically reduce the core frequency in order to reduce the current. Auto sets the power limit according to the CPU specifications. This item is configurable only when Turbo Power Limits is set to Enabled. (Default: Auto)

Turbo Per Core Limit Control ^{(Note 1)}
Allows you to control each CPU core limit separately. (Default: Auto)

• Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.)^{(Note 2)}
  Allows the BIOS to read the SPD data on XMP memory module(s) to enhance memory performance when enabled.
  • Disabled
    Disables this function. (Default)
  • Profile1
    Uses Profile 1 settings.
  • Profile2^{(Note 2)}
    Uses Profile 2 settings.
• System Memory Multiplier
  Allows you to set the system memory multiplier. Auto sets memory multiplier according to memory SPD data. (Default: Auto)
• Memory Ref Clock
  Allows you to manually adjust the memory reference clock. (Default: Auto)
• Memory Odd Ratio (100/133 or 200/266) ^{(Note 2)}
  Enabled allows Qclk to run in odd frequency. (Default: Auto)
• Gear Mode ^{(Note 2)}
  Allows you to improve the maximum OC frequency potential. (Default: Auto)

Advanced Memory Settings

• Memory Multiplier Tweaker
  Provides different levels of memory auto-tuning. (Default: Auto)
• Channel Interleaving
  Enables or disables memory channel interleaving. Enabled allows the system to simultaneously access different channels of the memory to increase memory performance and stability. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto)
• Rank Interleaving
  Enables or disables memory rank interleaving. Enabled allows the system to simultaneously access different ranks of the memory to increase memory performance and stability. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto)
• Memory Boot Mode
  Provides memory detection and training methods.
  • Auto
    Lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default)
  • Normal
    The BIOS automatically performs memory training. Please note that if the system becomes unstable or unbootable, 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 "Hardware Installation" for how to clear the CMOS values.)
  • Enable Fast Boot
    Skip memory detection and training in some specific criteria for faster memory boot.
  • Disable Fast Boot
    Detect and train memory at every single boot.
• Realtime Memory Timing
  Allows you to fine-tune memory timings after the BIOS stage. (Default: Auto)
• Memory Enhancement Settings
  Provides several memory performance enhancement settings: Auto, Relax OC, Enhanced Stability, Normal, Enhanced Performance, High Frequency, High Density, and DDR-4500+. (Default: Auto)
• Memory Channel Detection Message
  Allows you to determine whether to show an alert message when the memory is not installed in the optimal memory channel. (Default: Enabled)
• SPD Info
  Displays information on the installed memory.

ƒMemory Channels Timings

Channels Standard Timing Control, Channels Advanced Timing Control, Channels Misc Timing Control
These sections provide memory timing settings. Note: Your system may become unstable or fail to boot after you make changes on the memory timings. If this occurs, please reset the board to default values by loading optimized defaults or clearing the CMOS values.

• Vcore Voltage Mode/CPU Vcore/Dynamic Vcore(DVID)/BCLK Adaptive Voltage/CPU Graphics Voltage (VAXG)/DRAM Voltage (CH A/B)/CPU VCCIO/CPU VCCIO2/CPU System Agent Voltage/VCC Substained/VCCPLL/VCCPLL OC/VCCVTT/VCCSTG/VCC18PCH/ VCC1V8P
  These items allow you to adjust the CPU Vcore and memory voltages.

ƒ Advanced Voltage Settings

This submenu allows you to configure Load-Line Calibration level, over-voltage protection level, and overcurrent protection level.

(Note 1) This item is present only when you install a CPU that supports this feature. For more information about Intel® CPUs' unique features, please visit Intel's website.
(Note 2) This item is present only when you install a CPU and a memory module that support this feature.

Settings

Platform Power

• Platform Power Management
  Enables or disables the Active State Power Management function (ASPM). (Default: Disabled)
• PEG ASPM
  Allows you to configure the ASPM mode for the device connected to the CPU PEG bus. This item is configurable only when Platform Power Management is set to Enabled. (Default: Disabled)
• PCH ASPM
  Allows you to configure the ASPM mode for the device connected to Chipset's PCI Express bus. This item is configurable only when Platform Power Management is set to Enabled. (Default: Disabled)
• DMI ASPM
  Allows you to configure the ASPM mode for both CPU side and Chipset side of the DMI link. This item is configurable only when Platform Power Management is set to Enabled. (Default: Disabled)
• ErP
  Determines whether to let the system consume least power in S5 (shutdown) state. (Default: Disabled)
  Note: When this item is set to Enabled, the Resume by Alarm function becomes unavailable.
• Soft-Off by PWR-BTTN
  Configures the way to turn off the computer in MS-DOS mode using the power button.
  • Instant-Off
    Press the power button and then the system will be turned off instantly. (Default)
  • Delay 4 Sec.
    Press and hold the power button for 4 seconds to turn off the system. If the power button is pressed for less than 4 seconds, the system will enter suspend mode.
• Resume by Alarm
  Determines whether to power on the system at a desired time. (Default: Disabled)
  If enabled, set the date and time as following:
  • Wake up day: Turn on the system at a specific time on each day or on a specific day in a month.
  • Wake up hour/minute/second: Set the time at which the system will be powered on automatically.

Note: When using this function, avoid inadequate shutdown from the operating system or removal of the AC power, or the settings may not be effective.

• 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. (Default: Auto)
• RC6 (Render Standby)
  Allows you to determine whether to let the onboard graphics enter standby mode to decrease power consumption. (Default: Enabled)
• AC BACK
  Determines the state of the system after the return of power from an AC power loss.
  • Memory
    The system returns to its last known awake state upon the return of the AC power.
  • Always On
    The system is turned on upon the return of the AC power.
  • Always Off
    The system stays off upon the return of the AC power. (Default)

IO Ports

• Initial Display Output
  Specifies the first initiation of the monitor display from the installed PCI Express graphics card or the onboard graphics.
  • IGFX ^(Note)
    Sets the onboard graphics as the first display.
  • PCIe 1 Slot
    Sets the graphics card on the PCIEX16 slot as the first display. (Default)

This item is configurable only when CSM Support is set to Enabled.

• Internal Graphics
  Enables or disables the onboard graphics function. (Default: Auto)
• DVMT Pre-Allocated
  Allows you to set the onboard graphics memory size. (Default: 64M)
• DVMT Total Gfx Mem
  Allows you to allocate the DVMT memory size of the onboard graphics. Options are: 128M, 256M, MAX. (Default: 256M)
• Aperture Size
  Allows you to set the maximum amount of system memory that can be allocated to the graphics card. Options are: 128MB, 256MB, 512MB, 1024MB, and 2048MB. (Default: 256MB)
• OnBoard LAN Controller
  Enables or disables the onboard LAN function. (Default: Enabled)
  If you wish to install a 3rd party add-in network card instead of using the onboard LAN, set this item to Disabled.
• 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.
• Above 4G Decoding
  Enables or disables 64-bit capable devices to be decoded in above 4 GB address space (only if your system supports 64-bit PCI decoding). Set to Enabled if more than one advanced graphics card are installed and their drivers are not able to be launched when entering the operating system (because of the limited 4 GB memory address space). (Default: Disabled)
• IOAPIC 24-119 Entries
  Enables or disables this function. (Default: Enabled)

(Note) This item is present only when you install a CPU that supports this feature.

USB Configuration

• Legacy USB Support
  Allows USB keyboard/mouse to be used in MS-DOS. (Default: Enabled)
• XHCI Hand-off
  Determines whether to enable XHCI Hand-off feature for an operating system without XHCI Hand-off support. (Default: Enabled)
• USB Mass Storage Driver Support
  Enables or disables support for USB storage devices. (Default: Enabled)
• Mass Storage Devices
  Displays a list of connected USB mass storage devices. This item appears only when a USB storage device is installed.

ƒNetwork Stack Configuration

• Network Stack
  Disables or enables booting from the network to install a GPT format OS, such as installing the OS from the Windows Deployment Services server. (Default: Disabled)
• 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.
• IPv6 PXE Support
  Enables or disables IPv6 PXE Support. This item is configurable only when Network Stack is enabled.
• IPv6 HTTP Support
  Enables or disables HTTP boot support for IPv6. This item is configurable only when Network Stack is enabled.
• PXE boot wait time
  Allows you to configure how long to wait before you can press <Esc> to abort the PXE boot. This item is configurable only when Network Stack is enabled. (Default: 0)
• Media detect count
  Allows you to set the number of times to check the presence of media. This item is configurable only when Network Stack is enabled. (Default: 1)

NVMe Configuration

Displays information on your M.2 NVME PCIe SSD if installed.

SATA And RST Configuration

• SATA Controller(s)
  Enables or disables the integrated SATA controllers. (Default: Enabled)
• SATA Mode Selection
  Enables or disables Optane for the SATA controllers integrated in the Chipset or configures the SATA controllers to AHCI mode.
  • Intel RST Premium With Intel Optane System Acceleration
    Enables Optane for the SATA controller.
  • AHCI
    Configures the SATA controllers to AHCI mode. Advanced Host Controller Interface (AHCI) is an interface specification that allows the storage driver to enable advanced Serial ATA features such as Native Command Queuing and hot plug. (Default)
• Aggressive LPM Support
  Enables or disables the power saving feature, ALPM (Aggressive Link Power Management), for the Chipset SATA controllers. (Default: Disabled)
• Port 2/3/4/5
  Enables or disables each SATA port. (Default: Enabled)
• SATA Port 2/3/4/5 DevSlp
  Allows you to determine whether to let the connected SATA device go into sleep mode. (Default: Disabled)
• Hot plug
  Enables or disable the hot plug capability for each SATA port. (Default: Disabled)
• Configured as eSATA
  Enables or disables support for external SATA devices.

Intel(R) Ethernet Controller

This sub-menu provides information on LAN configuration and related configuration options.

ƒMiscellaneous

• LEDs in System Power On State
  Allows you to enable or disable motherboard LED lighting when the system is on.
  • Off
    Disables the selected lighting mode when the system is on.
  • On
    Enables the selected lighting mode when the system is on. (Default)
• 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.
  • Off
    Disables the selected lighting mode when the system enters S3/S4/S5 state. (Default)
  • On
    Enables the selected lighting mode when the system enters S3/S4/S5 state.
• Intel Platform Trust Technology (PTT)
  Enables or disables Intel^® PTT Technology. (Default: Disabled)
• 3DMark01 Enhancement
  Allows you to determine whether to enhance some legacy benchmark performance. (Default: Disabled)
• CPU PCIe Link Speed
  Allows you to set the operation mode of the CPU-controlled PCI Express slots to Gen 1, Gen 2, Gen 3, or Gen 4 ^(Note). Actual operation mode is subject to the hardware specification of each slot. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto)
• PCH PCIe Link Speed
  Allows you to set the operation mode of the Chipset-controlled PCI Express slots to Gen 1, Gen 2, or Gen 3. Actual operation mode is subject to the hardware specification of each slot. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto)
• VT-d
  Enables or disables Intel^® Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O. (Default: Enabled)

Trusted Computing

Enables or disables Trusted Platform Module (TPM).

ƒPC Health Status

• Reset Case Open Status
  • Disabled
    Keeps or clears the record of previous chassis intrusion status. (Default)
  • Enabled
    Clears the record of previous chassis intrusion status and the Case Open field will show "No" at next boot.
• Case Open
  Displays the detection status of the chassis intrusion detection device attached to the motherboard CI header. If the system chassis cover is removed, this field will show "Yes", otherwise it will show "No". To clear the chassis intrusion status record, set Reset Case Open Status to Enabled, save the settings to the CMOS, and then restart your system.
• CPU Vcore/CPU VCCSA/DRAM Channel A/B Voltage/+3.3V/+5V/+12V/CPU VAXG
  Displays the current system voltages.

(Note) This item is present only when you install a CPU that supports this feature.

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.

• Access Level
  Displays the current access level depending on the type of password protection used. (If no password is set, the default will display as Administrator.) The Administrator level allows you to make changes to all BIOS settings; the User level only allows you to make changes to certain BIOS settings but not all.
• System Language
  Selects the default language used by the BIOS.
• System Date
  Sets the system date. The date format is week (read-only), month, date, and year. Use <Enter> to switch between the Month, Date, and Year fields and use the <Page Up> or <Page Down> key to set the desired value.
• System Time
  Sets the system time. The time format is hour, minute, and second. For example, 1 p.m. is 13:00:00. Use <Enter> to switch between the Hour, Minute, and Second fields and use the <Page Up> or <Page Down> key to set the desired value.

Plug in Devices Info

Displays information on your PCI Express and M.2 devices if installed.

Q-Flash

Allows you to access the Q-Flash utility to update the BIOS or back up the current BIOS configuration.

Boot

• Bootup NumLock State
  Enables or disables Numlock feature on the numeric keypad of the keyboard after the POST. (Default: On)
• CFG Lock
  Enables or disables the MSR 0xE2 function. (Default: Disabled)
• Security Option
  Specifies whether a password is required every time the system boots, or only when you enter BIOS Setup. After configuring this item, set the password(s) under the Administrator Password/User Password item.
  • Setup
    A password is only required for entering the BIOS Setup program.
  • System
    A password is required for booting the system and for entering the BIOS Setup program. (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)
• 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:" string.
• Fast Boot
  Enables or disables Fast Boot to shorten the OS boot process. Ultra Fast provides the fastest bootup speed. (Default: Disable Link)
• SATA Support
  • Last Boot SATA Devices Only
    Except for the previous boot drive, all SATA devices are disabled before the OS boot process completes. (Default)
  • All SATA Devices
    All SATA devices are functional in the operating system and during the POST.

This item is configurable only when Fast Boot is set to Enabled or Ultra Fast.

• VGA Support
  Allows you to select which type of operating system to boot.
  • Auto
    Enables legacy option ROM only.
  • EFI Driver
    Enables EFI option ROM. (Default)

This item is configurable only when Fast Boot is set to Enabled or Ultra Fast.

• USB Support
  • Disable Link
    All USB devices are disabled before the OS boot process completes.
  • Full Initial
    All USB devices are functional in the operating system and during the POST. (Default)
  • Partial Initial
    Part of the USB devices are disabled before the OS boot process completes.

This item is configurable only when Fast Boot is set to Enabled or Ultra Fast. This function is disabled when Fast Boot is set to Ultra Fast.

• NetWork Stack Driver Support
  • Disable Link
    Disables booting from the network. (Default)
  • Enabled
    Enables booting from the network.

This item is configurable only when Fast Boot is set to Enabled or Ultra Fast.

• Next Boot After AC Power Loss
  • Normal Boot
    Enables normal bootup upon the return of the AC power. (Default)
  • Fast Boot
    Keeps the Fast Boot settings upon the return of the AC power.

This item is configurable only when Fast Boot is set to Enabled or Ultra Fast.

• Mouse Speed
  Allows you to set the mouse cursor movement speed. (Default: 1 X)
• Windows 10 Features
  Allows you to select the operating system to be installed. (Default: Windows 10)
• CSM Support
  Enables or disables UEFI CSM (Compatibility Support Module) to support a legacy PC boot process.
  • Disabled
    Disables UEFI CSM and supports UEFI BIOS boot process only. (Default)
  • Enabled
    Enables UEFI CSM.
• LAN PXE Boot Option ROM
  Allows you to select whether to enable the legacy option ROM for the LAN controller. (Default: Disabled) This item is configurable only when CSM Support is set to Enabled.
• Storage Boot Option Control
  Allows you to select whether to enable the UEFI or legacy option ROM for the storage device controller.
  • Do not launch
    Disables option ROM.
  • UEFI
    Enables UEFI option ROM only.
  • Legacy
    Enables legacy option ROM only. (Default)

This item is configurable only when CSM Support is set to Enabled.

• Other PCI devices
  Allows you to select whether to enable the UEFI or Legacy option ROM for the PCI device controller other than the LAN, storage device, and graphics controllers.
  • Do not launch
    Disables option ROM.
  • UEFI
    Enables UEFI option ROM only. (Default)
  • Legacy
    Enables legacy option ROM only.

This item is configurable only when CSM Support is set to Enabled.

• Administrator Password
  Allows you to configure an administrator 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. Differing from the user password, the administrator password allows you to make changes to all BIOS settings.
• 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. However, the user password only allows you to make changes to certain BIOS settings but not all.
  To cancel the password, press <Enter> on the password item and when requested for the password, enter the correct one first. When prompted for a new password, press <Enter> without entering any password. Press <Enter> again when prompted to confirm.
  NOTE: Before setting the User Password, be sure to set the Administrator Password first.

ƒSecure Boot

Allows you to enable or disable Secure Boot and configure related settings. This item is configurable only when CSM Support is set to Disabled.

• Preferred Operating Mode
  Allows you to select whether to enter Easy mode or Advanced mode after entering BIOS Setup. Auto enters the BIOS mode where it was last time. (Default: Auto)

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.
• Exit Without Saving
  Press <Enter> on this item and select Yes. This exits the BIOS Setup without saving the changes made in BIOS Setup to the CMOS. Select No or press <Esc> to return to the BIOS Setup Main Menu.
• Load Optimized Defaults
  Press <Enter> on this item and select Yes to load the optimal BIOS default settings. The BIOS defaults settings help the system to operate in optimum state. Always load the Optimized defaults after updating the BIOS or after clearing the CMOS values.
• Boot Override
  Allows you to select a device to boot immediately. Press <Enter> on the device you select and select Yes to confirm. Your system will restart automatically and boot from that device.
• Save Profiles
  This function allows you to save the current BIOS settings to a profile. You can create up to 8 profiles and save as Setup Profile 1~ Setup Profile 8. Press <Enter> to complete. Or you can select Select File in HDD/FDD/USB to save the profile to your storage device.
• Load Profiles
  If your system becomes unstable and you have loaded the BIOS default settings, you can use this function to load the BIOS settings from a profile created before, without the hassles of reconfiguring the BIOS settings. First select the profile you wish to load and then press <Enter> to complete. You can select Select File in HDD/FDD/USB to input the profile previously created from your storage device or load the profile automatically created by the BIOS, such as reverting the BIOS settings to the last settings that worked properly (last known good record).

Installing Intel^® Optane^™ Memory and Storage Management

Steps:

1. After entering the operating system, insert the motherboard driver disc into your optical drive. On the Xpress Install screen, select Intel^® Rapid Storage Technology to install and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation. When completed, restart the system.
2. After you install the included motherboard drivers, make sure your Internet connection works properly. The system will automatically install the software from Intel^®. Restart the system after the driver is installed.

Enabling an Intel^® Optane^™ Memory

1. System Requirements
   1. Intel® Optane™ memory.
   2. The Optane™ memory must have at least 16 GB capacity, and it must have equal or smaller capacity than the hard drive/SSD to be accelerated.
   3. The Optane™ memory cannot be used to accelerate an existing RAID array; the accelerated hard drive/SSD cannot be included in a RAID array.
   4. The hard drive/SSD to be accelerated must be a SATA hard drive or M.2 SATA SSD.
   5. The hard drive/SSD to be accelerated can be a system drive or data drive. The system drive must be GPT formatted and have Windows 10 64-bit (or later version) installed on it. The data drive must also be GPT formatted.
   6. The motherboard driver disc.
   7. The SATA controller must set in Intel RST Premium With Intel Optane System Acceleration mode.
2. Installation Guidelines
   1. Go to Settings\IO Ports\SATA And RST Configuration and make sure RST Control PCIe Storage Devices is set to Manual. Then depending on which M.2 connector you install the Optane™ memory in, set the corresponding PCIe Storage Dev on Port XX item to RST Controlled.
   2. After re-entering the operating system, launch the Intel® Optane™ Memory and Storage Management application from the Start menu. If you install more than one Optane™ memory, please select which one you are going to use. Then select which drive to be accelerated. Click Enable Intel® Optane™ Memory. All data on the Optane™ memory will be erased. Make sure you back up the data before continuing. Follow the on-screen instructions to proceed. When completed, restart the system.
   3. Launch the Intel® Optane™ Memory and Storage Management application from the Start menu and make sure the Intel® Optane™ Memory has been enabled.
   4. If you want to accelerate the system drive, you can select specific folders, files, or applications to accelerate using the Intel® Optane™ Memory Pinning function. (The Optane ™ memory used must have at least 32 GB capacity.)

• An Optane™ memory cannot be used to accelerate an M.2 PCIe SSD.
• If more than one Optane™ memory is installed, you can select only one of them to accelerate your SATA-based boot drive. The other(s) can only be used as data drive(s).
• Do not abruptly remove the Optane™ memory. Doing so will cause the operating system to stop functioning correctly.
• If you want to change/remove the Optane™ memory, you must disable it using the Intel® Optane™ Memory and Storage Management application first.
• After enabling the Optane™ memory, the related BIOS settings will remain even after a BIOS update.

Please visit GIGABYTE's website for details on enabling an Intel^® Optane^™ memory.

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." (Or go to My Computer, double-click the optical drive and execute the Run.exe program.)

"Xpress Install" will automatically scan your system and then list all of the drivers that are recommended to install. You can click the Xpress Install button and "Xpress Install" will install all of the selected drivers. Or click the arrow icon to individually install the drivers you need.

Please visit GIGABYTE's website for more software information.

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