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User's Manual Rev. 1301 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.
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(Note 2) Only for X670 AORUS ELITE AX PCB rev. 1.0, 1.1, 1.2 and X670 GAMING X AX. (Note 3) Only for X670 AORUS ELITE AX PCB rev. 1.3 or later and X670 GAMING X AX V2. - 7 -...
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. •...
(Note 1) Only for X670 AORUS ELITE AX PCB rev. 1.0, 1.1, 1.2 and X670 GAMING X AX. (Note 2) Only for X670 AORUS ELITE AX PCB rev. 1.3 or later and X670 GAMING X AX V2. - 9 -...
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GC-TPM2.0 SPI V2 module only) 1 x power button j Only for X670 AORUS ELITE AX. k Only for X670 GAMING X AX. l Only for X670 GAMING X AX V2. (Note) Actual support may vary by CPU. - 10 -...
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ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 24.4cm Form Factor * GIGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to the product specifications and product-related information without prior notice. & Please visit the SERVICE/SUPPORT\Utility page on GIGABYTE's website to download the latest version of apps.
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.
B. Installing the CPU Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU into the motherboard CPU socket. 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.
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.
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.) •...
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.
USB flash drive into this port first. (Note) To enable the Q-Flash Plus function, please navigate to the "Unique Features" page of GIGABYTE's website for more information. • 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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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 - 18 -...
CMOS_SW The reset button 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_SW (MULTIKEY)" for more information. • Always turn off your computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before using the clear CMOS button.
Internal Connectors X670 AORUS ELITE AX/X670 GAMING X AX ATX_12V/ATX_12V1 M2A_CPU/M2B_CPU/M2C_SB/M2D_SB F_PANEL CPU_FAN F_AUDIO SYS_FAN1/2/3 F_U320G CPU_OPT F_U32_1/F_U32_2 CPU_LED F_USB1/F_USB2 D_LED1/D_LED2 THB_U4 LED_C1/C2 SPI_TPM SATA3 0/1/2/3 CLR_CMOS Read the following guidelines before connecting external devices: • First make sure your devices are compliant with the connectors you wish to connect. •...
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X670 GAMING X AX V2 ATX_12V/ATX_12V1 F_PANEL F_AUDIO CPU_FAN F_U320G SYS_FAN1/2/3 F_U32_1/F_U32_2 CPU_OPT F_USB1/F_USB2 ARGB_V2_1/2/3 THB_U4 LED_C SPI_TPM SATA3 0/1/2/3 CLR_CMOS M2A_CPU/M2B_CPU/M2C_SB/M2D_SB Read the following guidelines before connecting external devices: • First make sure your devices are compliant with the connectors you wish to connect.
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1/2) ATX_12V/ATX_12V1/ATX (2x4 12V Power Connectors and 2x12 Main Power Connector) With the use of the power connector, the power supply can supply enough stable power to all the components on the motherboard. Before connecting the power connector, first make sure the power supply is turned off and all devices are properly installed.
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3/4) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN1/2/3 (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.
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LED strip. For how to turn on/off the lights of the LED strip, please navigate to the "Unique Features" page of GIGABYTE's website. Before installing or removing 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.
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• Before installing or removing 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. j Only for X670 AORUS ELITE AX. k Only for X670 GAMING X AX. l Only for X670 GAMING X AX V2. - 25 -...
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1.5Gb/s standard. Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device. The SATA connectors support RAID 0, RAID 1, and RAID 10. Please navigate to the "Configuring a RAID Set" page of GIGABYTE's website for instructions on configuring a RAID array.
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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.
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M.2 SSD installation with M.2 EZ-Latch Plus: https://www.gigabyte.com/WebPage/920/M2-latchplus.html M.2 SSD removal with M.2 EZ-Latch Plus: https://www.gigabyte.com/WebPage/921/removeM2.html * Motherboard heatsink design may vary by model. (Note) Only for X670 AORUS ELITE AX PCB rev. 1.3 or later and X670 GAMING X AX V2. - 28 -...
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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).
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13) 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.
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15) F_U32_1/F_U32_2 (USB 3.2 Gen 1 Headers) The headers conform to USB 3.2 Gen 1 and USB 2.0 specification and each header can provide two USB ports. For purchasing the optional 3.5" front panel that provides two USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports, please contact the local dealer.
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17) THB_U4 (Add-in Card Connector) This connector is for a GIGABYTE add-in card. B S_ S B_ F_USB3 F 18) SPI_TPM (Trusted Platform Module Header) You may connect an SPI TPM (Trusted Platform Module) to this header. Pin No. Definition Data Output Power (3.3V)
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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_SW (MULTIKEY)" for more information. 20) CLR_CMOS (Clear CMOS Jumper) Use this jumper to clear the BIOS configuration and reset the CMOS values to factory defaults.
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/button 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.
Startup Screen: The following startup Logo screen will appear when the computer boots. (The screen may vary from motherboards.) 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.
Step 1: Go to GIGABYTE's website, browse to the motherboard model's web page, download the AMD RAID Preinstall Driver file on the Support\Download\SATA RAID/AHCI page, unzip the file and copy the files to your USB thumb drive.
(GCC). Click Install to proceed with the installation. (In BIOS Setup, make sure Settings\Gigabyte Utilities Downloader Configuration\Gigabyte Utilities Downloader is set to Enabled.) When the End User License Agreement dialog box appears, press <Accept> to install GIGABYTE Control Center (GCC). On the GIGABYTE CONTROL CENTER screen, select the drivers and applications you want to install and click Install.
An M.2 PCIe SSD cannot be used to set up a RAID set either with an M.2 SATA SSD or a SATA hard drive. & Please visit GIGABYTE's website for details on configuring a RAID array. https://www.gigabyte.com/WebPage/918/amd600-raid.html - 38 -...
47 CFR § 2.1077 Compliance Information Product Name: Motherboard Trade Name: GIGABYTE Model Number: X670 AORUS ELITE AX/X670 GAMING X AX V2/X670 GAMING X AX Responsible Party – U.S. Contact Information: G.B.T. Inc. Address: 17358 Railroad street, City Of Industry, CA91748 Tel.: 1-626-854-9338...
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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).
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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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