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Z890I AORUS ULTRA
User's Manual
Rev. 1001
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- Page 1 User's Manual Rev. 1001 GIGABYTE will reduce paper use in order to fulfill the responsibilities of a global citizen. Also, 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 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 ................5 Box Contents ....................6 Chapter 2 Hardware Installation ..................7 Installation Precautions ..................7 Product Specifications ..................8 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler ............... 11 Installing the Memory .................. -
Page 4: Chapter 1 Product Introduction
Chapter 1 Product Introduction Motherboard Layout CPU DRAM VGA BOOT CPU_FAN 12V_2X4 ARGB_V2_1 CPU_OPT DP_HDMI20 ARGB_V2_2 SYS_FAN LGA1851 TBT_40G U3A_10G QFLED SATA3 QF_PLUS U3A_5G USB 3.2 Gen 1 Hub U310G_LAN M2Q_SB (Note) Realtek ® 2.5GbE LAN M2_WIFI Intel Z890 ® ®... -
Page 5: Motherboard Block Diagram
Motherboard Block Diagram DDR5 6400/5600 MT/s PCI Express 5.0 Bus 1 DisplayPort (Note) LGA1851 CPU 1 M.2 Socket 3 (M2A_CPU) 1 HDMI (Note) 1 Intel Thunderbolt ® ™ (USB4 USB Type-C ® ® BIOS PCI Express 4.0 Bus eSPI ® 1 M.2 Socket 3 Super I/O (M2Q_SB) -
Page 6: Box Contents
Box Contents Z890I AORUS ULTRA motherboard User's Manual Quick Installation Guide One antenna Two SATA cables Two fan power extension cables M.2 screw Computer case screw * The box contents above are for reference only and the actual items shall depend on the product package you obtain. -
Page 7: Chapter 2 Hardware Installation
Chapter 2 Hardware Installation Installation Precautions The motherboard contains numerous delicate electronic circuits and components which can become damaged as a result of electrostatic discharge (ESD). Prior to installation, carefully read the user's manual and follow these procedures: • Prior to installation, make sure the chassis is suitable for the motherboard. •... -
Page 8: 2-2 Product Specifications
2-2 Product Specifications LGA1851 socket: Support for Intel Core Ultra Processors ® ™ Š (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) L3 cache varies with CPU Š Chipset Intel Z890 Express Chipset ® Š Memory Support for DDR5 6400/5600 MT/s memory modules Š... - Page 9 Expansion Slots Š CPU: 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, supporting PCIe 5.0 and running at x16 * The PCIEX16 slot can only support a graphics card or an NVMe SSD. Storage Interface Š CPU: 1 x M.2 connector (Socket 3, M key, type 2280 PCIe 5.0 x4/x2 SSD support) (M2A_CPU) Chipset: Š...
- Page 10 System Form Factor Mini-ITX Form Factor; 17.0cm x 17.0cm Š * GIGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to the product specifications and product-related information without prior notice. (Note) Actual support may vary by CPU. & Please visit the SERVICE/SUPPORT\Utility page on GIGABYTE's website to download the latest version of apps.
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Page 11: 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 12: Installing The Cpu
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 13: Installing The Cpu Cooler
C. Installing the CPU Cooler Be sure to install the CPU cooler after installing the CPU. (Actual installation process may differ depending the CPU cooler to be used. Refer to the user's manual for your CPU cooler.) Apply an even and thin layer of thermal grease on the surface of the installed CPU. -
Page 14: 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.) •... -
Page 15: Installing An Expansion Card
6. Turn on your computer. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to make any required BIOS changes for your expansion card(s). 7. Install the driver provided with the expansion card in your operating system. PCIEX16 Slot & Please visit GIGABYTE's website for details on using PCIe EZ-Latch Plus. https://www.gigabyte.com/WebPage/922/removePCIE.html - 15 -... -
Page 16: Back Panel Connectors
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. (Note 1) Actual support may vary by CPU. (Note 2) To enable the Q-Flash Plus function, please navigate to the "Unique Features" page of GIGABYTE's website for more information. - 16 -... - Page 17 You can change the functionality of an audio jack using the audio software. To configure 7.1-channel audio, access the audio software for audio settings. & Please visit GIGABYTE's website for details on configuring the audio software. https://www.gigabyte.com/WebPage/697/realtek897-audio.html • When removing the cable connected to a back panel connector, first remove the cable from your device and then remove it from the motherboard.
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Page 18: Onboard Leds
Onboard LEDs 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. CPU DRAM BOOT CPU: CPU status LED... -
Page 19: Internal Connectors
Internal Connectors 8 8 16 17 12V_2X4 SPEAKER F_AUDIO CPU_FAN FU3C_10G SYS_FAN FU3A_5G CPU_OPT FUSB ARGB_V2_1/ARGB_V2_2 SPI_TPM SATA3 4/5 M2A_CPU/M2Q_SB CLR_CMOS (Note) F_PANEL (Note) The connector is on the back of the motherboard. Read the following guidelines before connecting external devices: •... - Page 20 1/2) 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.
- Page 21 3/4) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN (Fan Headers) All fan headers on this motherboard are 4-pin. Most fan headers possess a foolproof insertion design. When connecting a fan cable, be sure to connect it in the correct orientation (the black connector wire is the ground wire). The speed control function requires the use of a fan with fan speed control design. For optimum heat dissipation, it is recommended that a system fan be installed inside the chassis.
- Page 22 1.5Gb/s standard. Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device. The Intel Chipset supports RAID 0 ® and RAID 1. Please navigate to the "Configuring a RAID Set" page of GIGABYTE's website for instructions on configuring a RAID array. Pin No. Definition...
- Page 23 M.2 PCIe SSDs. Please note that an M.2 PCIe SSD cannot be used to create a RAID set with a SATA hard drive. Please navigate to the "Configuring a RAID Set" page of GIGABYTE's website for instructions on configuring a RAID array.
- Page 24 Connects to the power switch on the chassis front panel. You may configure the way to turn off your system using the power switch (please navigate to the "BIOS Setup" page of GIGABYTE's website and search for "Soft-Off by PWR-BTTN" for more information).
- Page 25 11) 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.
- Page 26 13) FU3A_5G (USB 3.2 Gen 1 Header) F_USB30 F_ U The header conforms to USB 3.2 Gen 1 and USB 2.0 specification and can provide two USB ports. For purchasing the optional 3.5" front panel that provides two USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports, please contact the local dealer.
- Page 27 Reset The reset jumper provides you with several functions to use. To remap the button to perform different tasks, please navigate to the "BIOS Setup" page of GIGABYTE's website and search for "RST (MULTIKEY)" for more information. - 27 -...
- Page 28 CMOS values. • After system restart, go to BIOS Setup to load factory defaults (select Load Optimized Defaults) or manually configure the BIOS settings (please navigate to the "BIOS Setup" page of GIGABYTE's website for more information). 18) 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.
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Page 29: Chapter 3 Bios Setup
If this occurs, 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 2 or navigate to the "BIOS Setup" page of GIGABYTE's website and search for "Load Optimized Defaults" for how to clear the CMOS values. -
Page 30: Startup Screen
Startup Screen: The following startup Logo screen will appear when the computer boots. Function Keys Function Keys: <DEL>: BIOS SETUP\Q-FLASH Press the <Delete> key to enter BIOS Setup or to access the Q-Flash utility in BIOS Setup. <F12>: BOOT MENU Boot Menu allows you to set the first boot device without entering BIOS Setup. -
Page 31: Chapter 4 Installing The Operating System And Drivers
OS installation process. Refer to the steps below: Step 1: Go to GIGABYTE's website, browse to the motherboard model's web page, download the Intel SATA Preinstall driver file on the Support\Download\SATA RAID/AHCI page, unzip the file and copy the files to your USB thumb drive. -
Page 32: 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 GIGABYTE Control Center (GCC). Click Install to proceed with the installation. (In BIOS Setup, make sure Settings\IO Ports\Gigabyte Utilities Downloader Configuration\Gigabyte Utilities Downloader is set to Enabled.) -
Page 33: Chapter 5 Appendix
• An Internet connected computer. • A USB thumb drive. An M.2 PCIe SSD cannot be used to set up a RAID set with a SATA hard drive. & Please visit GIGABYTE's website for details on configuring a RAID array. https://www.gigabyte.com/WebPage/1090/intel800-raid.html - 33 -... -
Page 34: Regulatory Notices
Supplier's Declaration of Conformity 47 CFR § 2.1077 Compliance Information Product Name: Motherboard Trade Name: GIGABYTE Model Number: Z890I AORUS ULTRA Responsible Party – U.S. Contact Information: G.B.T. Inc. Address: 17358 Railroad street, City Of Industry, CA91748 Tel.: 1-626-854-9338 Internet contact information: https://www.gigabyte.com FCC Compliance Statement: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules, Subpart B, Unintentional Radiators. - Page 35 European Commission Delegated Directive (EU) 2015/863 Statement I prodotti con il marchio CE sono conformi con una o più delle seguenti GIGABYTE products have not intended to add and safe from hazardous Direttive UE, come applicabile: Direttiva EMC 2014/30/UE, Direttiva sulla substances (Cd, Pb, Hg, Cr+6, PBDE, PBB, DEHP, BBP, DBP and DIBP).
- Page 36 European Community Radio Equipment Directive Compliance Statement: This equipment complies with all the requirements and other relevant provisions of Radio Equipment Directive 2014/53/EU. This equipment is suitable for home and office use in all the European Community Member States and EFTA Member States. The low band 5.15 -5.35 GHz is for indoor use only.
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Page 37: Contact Us
Contact Us GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. Address: No.6, Baoqiang Rd., Xindian Dist., New Taipei City 231 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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