Gigabyte GA-Z170X-Gaming 7-EK Owner's manual

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User's Manual
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Motherboard
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Jul. 24, 2015
Jul. 24, 2015
Motherboard
GA-Z170X-Gaming 7
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documentations:
î‚„For quick set-up of the product, read the Quick Installation Guide included with the product.
î‚„For detailed product information, carefully read the User's Manual.
For product-related information, check on our website at: http://www.gigabyte.com
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:
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Table of Contents
Box Contents ...................................................................................................................6
Optional Items .................................................................................................................6
GA-Z170X-Gaming 7 Motherboard Layout ......................................................................7
Chapter 1 Hardware Installation .....................................................................................9
1-1 Installation Precautions .................................................................................... 9
1-2 ProductSpecications .................................................................................... 10
1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler ............................................................... 14
1-3-1 Installing the CPU ...................................................................................................14
1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler .......................................................................................16
1-4 Installing the Memory ..................................................................................... 17
1-4-1 DualChannelMemoryConguration .....................................................................17
1-4-2 Installing a Memory ................................................................................................18
1-5 Installing an Expansion Card ......................................................................... 19
1-6 Setting up AMD CrossFire™/NVIDIA® SLI™Conguration .............................. 20
1-7 Back Panel Connectors .................................................................................. 21
1-8 Onboard Buttons and Switches ...................................................................... 23
1-9 ChangingtheOperationalAmplier ............................................................... 25
1-10 Internal Connectors ........................................................................................ 26
Chapter 2 BIOS Setup ..................................................................................................39
2-1 Startup Screen ............................................................................................... 40
2-2 The Main Menu .............................................................................................. 41
2-3 M.I.T. .............................................................................................................. 43
2-4 System Information ........................................................................................ 56
2-5 BIOS Features ............................................................................................... 57
2-6 Peripherals ..................................................................................................... 60
2-7 Chipset ........................................................................................................... 63
2-8 Power Management ....................................................................................... 64
2-9 Save & Exit ..................................................................................................... 66
Chapter3 ConguringaRAIDSet ................................................................................ 67
3-1 ConguringSATAControllers ......................................................................... 67
3-2 InstallingtheSATARAID/AHCIDriverandOperatingSystem ....................... 79
Chapter 4 Drivers Installation ........................................................................................83
4-1 Drivers & Software ......................................................................................... 83
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4-2 Application Software ...................................................................................... 84
4-3 Information ..................................................................................................... 84
Chapter 5 Unique Features ...........................................................................................85
5-1 BIOS Update Utilities ..................................................................................... 85
5-1-1 Updating the BIOS with the Q-Flash Utility .............................................................85
5-1-2 Updating the BIOS with the @BIOS Utility .............................................................88
5-2 APP Center .................................................................................................... 89
5-2-1 EasyTune................................................................................................................90
5-2-2 System Information Viewer .....................................................................................91
5-2-3 Fast Boot ................................................................................................................92
5-2-4 Smart TimeLock......................................................................................................93
5-2-5 USB Blocker ...........................................................................................................94
5-2-6 Smart Keyboard ......................................................................................................95
5-2-7 Smart Backup .........................................................................................................96
5-2-8 Ambient LED ..........................................................................................................98
5-2-9 3D OSD ..................................................................................................................99
5-2-10 Cloud Station ........................................................................................................100
5-2-11 AutoGreen ............................................................................................................105
5-2-12 EasyRAID ............................................................................................................106
5-3 Smart Switch ................................................................................................ 109
Chapter 6 Appendix .................................................................................................... 111
6-1 Killer Network Manager ................................................................................. 111
6-2 ConguringAudioInputandOutput ............................................................. 112
6-2-1 Conguring2/5.1-ChannelAudio ..........................................................................112
6-2-2 Creative Software Suite ........................................................................................ 112
6-2-3 ConguringS/PDIFOut ........................................................................................ 116
6-2-4 ConguringAudioRecording ................................................................................ 117
6-2-5 UsingtheSoundRecorder ...................................................................................119
6-3 Troubleshooting............................................................................................ 120
6-3-1 Frequently Asked Questions ................................................................................ 120
6-3-2 Troubleshooting Procedure ..................................................................................121
6-4 Debug LED Codes ....................................................................................... 123
RegulatoryStatements ............................................................................................ 127
Contact Us .............................................................................................................. 131
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Optional Items
2-portUSB2.0bracket(PartNo.12CR1-1UB030-6*R)
eSATAbracket(PartNo.12CF1-3SATPW-4*R)
3.5"FrontPanelwith2USB3.0/2.0ports(PartNo.12CR1-FPX582-2*R)
HDMI-to-DVIadapter(PartNo.12CT2-HDMI01-1*R)
COMportcable(PartNo.12CF1-1CM001-3*R)
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.
Box Contents
5GA-Z170X-Gaming 7 motherboard
5Motherboard driver disk
5User's Manual
5Quick Installation Guide
5Four SATA cables
5I/O Shield
5One 2-Way SLI bridge connector
5One G Connector
5One pack of back I/O dust covers
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GA-Z170X-Gaming 7 Motherboard Layout
(Note) Fordebugcodeinformation,pleaserefertoChapter6.
KB_MS_USB30
CPU_FAN
ATX_12V_2X4
ATX
F_AUDIO
AUDIO
B_BIOS
PCIEX8
DDR4_2
DDR4_1
DDR4_4
DDR4_3
BAT
F_PANELCOMA
Intel® Z170
CLR_CMOS
M_BIOS
PCIEX1_1
PCIEX16
F_USB1
LGA1151
GA-Z170X-Gaming 7
USB30_LAN1
SATAEXPRESS
F_USB30_2
PCIEX1_2
SYS_FAN3
SATA3
iTE®
Super I/O
SYS_FAN2F_USB2
SYS_FAN1
TPM
M2D_32G
Intel®
GbE LAN
SATA3 7 6
3 2
CPU_OPT
TYPEC
OC
5 4
1 0
SATAEXPRESS
F_USB30_1
MegaChips
MCDP2800
R_USB30
LAN2
DP_HDMI
M2H_32G
RivetNetworks
Killerâ„¢ E2400 LAN
PCIEX1_3
PCIEX4
Debug LED(註)
ECO
PW_SW
CMOS_SW
RST_SW
ASMedia®
ASM1061
TI Burr Brown
®
OPA2134
CAP_SW SB
Creative®
Sound Core 3D
LED_IO
Intel®
Thunderboltâ„¢ 3
Controller
Renesas®
USB 3.0 Hub
80D 60D 42D
80H 60H 42H
System Temperature
Sensor
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Hardware Installation
1-1 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rst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certiedcomputertechnician.
•If you use an adapter, extension power cable, or power strip, ensure to consult with its installation
and/or grounding instructions.
Chapter 1 Hardware Installation
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1-2 ProductSpecications
CPU Support for Intel® Core™ i7 processors/Intel® Core™ i5 processors/
Intel® Core™ i3 processors/Intel® Pentium® processors/
Intel® Celeron® processors in the LGA1151 package
(GotoGIGABYTE'swebsiteforthelatestCPUsupportlist.)
î‚ŠL3 cache varies with CPU
Chipset Intel® Z170 Express Chipset
Memory 4xDDR4DIMMsocketssupportingupto64GBofsystemmemory
 * DuetoaWindows32-bitoperatingsystemlimitation,whenmorethan4GBofphysical
memory is installed, the actual memory size displayed will be less than the size of
the physical memory installed.
î‚ŠDual channel memory architecture
SupportforDDR42133MHzmemorymodules
SupportforECCUDIMM1Rx8/2Rx8memorymodules(operateinnon-ECCmode)
Supportfornon-ECCUDIMM1Rx8/2Rx8/1Rx16memorymodules
SupportforExtremeMemoryProle(XMP)memorymodules
(Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory
modules.)
Onboard
Graphics
Integrated Graphics Processor-Intel® HD Graphics support:
- 1 x DisplayPort, supporting a maximum resolution of
4096x2304@60 Hz
* SupportforDisplayPort1.2version.
î‚ŠIntegrated Graphics Processor+MegaChips MCDP2800 chip:
- 1 x HDMI port, supporting a maximum resolution of 4096x2160@60 Hz
* SupportforHDMI2.0version.(RequiresthelatestIntel® graphics driver from the
GIGABYTEwebsite.)
î‚ŠMaximum shared memory of 512 MB
Audio Creative® Sound Core 3D chip
SupportforSoundBlasterRecon3Di
TI Burr Brown®OPA2134operationalamplier
HighDenitionAudio
î‚Š2/5.1-channel
î‚ŠSupport for S/PDIF Out
LAN 1 x Intel®GbELANchip(10/100/1000Mbit)(LAN1)
1xRivetNetworksKiller™E2400LANchip(10/100/1000Mbit)(LAN2)
 * Teamingisnotsupported.
Expansion Slots 1xPCIExpressx16slot,runningatx16(PCIEX16)
 * Foroptimumperformance,ifonlyonePCIExpressgraphicscardistobeinstalled,
be sure to install it in the PCIEX16 slot.
1xPCIExpressx16slot,runningatx8(PCIEX8)
 * ThePCIEX8slotsharesbandwidthwiththePCIEX16slot.WhenthePCIEX8slot
is populated, the PCIEX16 slot will operate at up to x8 mode.
1xPCIExpressx16slot,runningatx4(PCIEX4)
* ThePCIEX4slotsharesbandwidthwiththeM2H_32Gconnector.ThePCIEX4slot
will become unavailable when an SSD is installed in the M2H_32G connector.
î‚Š3 x PCI Express x1 slots
 (AllofthePCIExpressslotsconformtoPCIExpress3.0standard.)
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Multi-Graphics
Technology
Support for NVIDIA® Quad-GPU SLI™ and 2-Way NVIDIA® SLI™ technologies
î‚Š Support for AMD Quad-GPU CrossFireXâ„¢ and 3-Way/2-Way AMD CrossFireâ„¢
technologies
Storage Interface î‚ŠChipset:
- 2 x M.2 connectors (Socket 3, M key, type 2242/2260/2280 SATA and PCIe
x4/x2/x1SSDsupport)
- 3 x SATA Express connectors
 - 6xSATA6Gb/sconnectors(SATA30~5)
 - SupportforRAID0,RAID1,RAID5,andRAID10
 * Referto"1-10InternalConnectors,"forthesupportedcongurationswiththeM.2,
SATA Express, and SATA connectors.
ASMedia® ASM1061 chip:
 - 2xSATA6Gb/sconnectors(SATA36~7),supportingAHCImodeonly
USB î‚ŠChipset:
- 5 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports on the back panel
 - 4xUSB2.0/1.1ports(availablethroughtheinternalUSBheaders)
Chipset+Renesas® USB 3.0 Hub:
 - 4xUSB3.0/2.0ports(availablethroughtheinternalUSBheaders)
Chipset+Intel® Thunderbolt™ 3 Controller:
- 1 x USB Type-Câ„¢ port on the back panel, with USB 3.1 support
 - 1xUSB3.1Type-Aport(red)onthebackpanel
Internal
Connectors
î‚Š1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector
î‚Š1 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector
î‚Š2 x M.2 Socket 3 connectors
î‚Š3 x SATA Express connectors
î‚Š8 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors
î‚Š1 x I/O shield audio LED power connector
î‚Š1 x CPU fan header
1xwatercoolingfanheader(CPU_OPT)
î‚Š3 x system fan headers
î‚Š1 x front panel header
î‚Š1 x front panel audio header
î‚Š2 x USB 3.0/2.0 headers
î‚Š2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers
1xTrustedPlatformModule(TPM)header
î‚Š1 x serial port header
î‚Š1 x Clear CMOS jumper
î‚Š1 x power button
î‚Š1 x reset button
î‚Š1 x Clear CMOS button
î‚Š1 x ECO button
î‚Š1 x OC button
î‚Š1 x audio gain control switch
î‚ŠVoltage Measurement Points
î‚Š1 x BIOS switch
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Back Panel
Connectors
î‚Š1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse port
î‚Š1 x DisplayPort
î‚Š1 x HDMI port
î‚Š1 x USB Type-Câ„¢ port, with USB 3.1 support
1xUSB3.1Type-Aport(red)
î‚Š5 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports
2xRJ-45ports
î‚Š1 x optical S/PDIF Out connector
5xaudiojacks(Center/SubwooferSpeakerOut,RearSpeakerOut,LineIn/Mic
In,LineOut,Headphone)
I/O Controller iTE® I/O Controller Chip
Hardware
Monitor
î‚ŠSystem voltage detection
î‚ŠCPU/System/Chipset temperature detection
î‚ŠCPU/CPU OPT/System fan speed detection
î‚ŠCPU/System/Chipset overheating warning
î‚ŠCPU/CPU OPT/System fan fail warning
î‚ŠCPU/CPU OPT/System fan speed control
 * Whetherthefanspeedcontrolfunctionissupportedwilldependonthecooleryou
install.
BIOS 2x128Mbitash
î‚ŠUse of licensed AMI UEFI BIOS
î‚ŠSupport for DualBIOSâ„¢
î‚ŠPnP 1.0a, DMI 2.7, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 5.0
Unique Features î‚ŠSupport for APP Center
* AvailableapplicationsinAPPCentermayvarybymotherboardmodel.Supported
functionsofeachapplicationmayalsovarydependingonmotherboardspecications.
- 3D OSD
- @BIOS
- Ambient LED
- AutoGreen
- Cloud Station
- EasyTune
- EasyRAID
- Fast Boot
- Smart TimeLock
- Smart Keyboard
- Smart Backup
- System Information Viewer
- USB Blocker
î‚ŠSupport for Q-Flash
î‚ŠSupport for Smart Switch
î‚ŠSupport for Xpress Install
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Bundled
Software
Norton®InternetSecurity(OEMversion)
Intel®SmartResponseTechnology
Operating
System
î‚ŠSupport for Windows 10/8.1 64-bit
î‚ŠSupport for Windows 7 32-bit/64-bit
* Pleasedownloadthe"WindowsUSBInstallationTool"fromGIGABYTE'swebsite
and install it before installing Windows 7.
Form Factor î‚ŠATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 24.4cm
* GIGABYTEreservestherighttomakeanychangestotheproductspecications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.
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Hardware Installation
1-3 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.
•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specications.Itisnotrecommended
thatthesystembusfrequencybesetbeyondhardwarespecicationssinceitdoesnotmeetthe
standard requirements for the peripherals. If you wish to set the frequency beyond the standard
specications,pleasedosoaccordingtoyourhardwarespecicationsincludingtheCPU,graphics
card, memory, hard drive, etc.
1-3-1 Installing the CPU
A. Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the CPU.
Alignment KeyAlignment Key
LGA1151 CPU
LGA1151 CPU Socket
Pin One Corner of the CPU Socket
Triangle Pin One Marking on the CPU
Notch
Notch
Please visit GIGABYTE's website for details on hardware installation.
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B. Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU into the motherboard CPU socket.
Step 1:
Gently press the CPU socket lever handle down
andawayfromthesocketwithyournger.Then
completely lift the CPU socket lever and the metal
load plate/plastic cover will be lifted as well.
Step 2:
HoldtheCPUwithyourthumbandindexngers.
AligntheCPUpinonemarking(triangle)withthe
pin one corner of the CPU socket (or you may align
theCPUnotcheswiththesocketalignmentkeys)
and gently insert the CPU into position.
Step 4:
Finally, secure the lever under its retention tab to
complete the installation of the CPU.
NOTE:
Hold the CPU socket lever by the handle, not the lever base portion.
•Before installing the CPU, make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from
the power outlet to prevent damage to the CPU.
•To protect the socket contacts, do not remove the protective plastic cover unless the CPU is
inserted into the CPU socket. Save the cover properly and replace it if the CPU is removed.
Step 3:
Once the CPU is properly inserted, carefully
replace the load plate. When replacing the load
plate, make sure the front end of the load plate
is under the shoulder screw. Then press the CPU
socket lever. The protective plastic cover may
pop off from the load plate during the process of
engagingthelever.Removethecover.(Savethe
cover properly and always replace it when the
CPUisnotinstalled.)
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Use extreme care when removing the CPU cooler because the thermal grease/tape between the CPU
cooler and CPU may adhere to the CPU. Inadequately removing the CPU cooler may damage the CPU.
1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler
RefertothestepsbelowtocorrectlyinstalltheCPUcooleronthemotherboard.(Actualinstallationprocessmay
differdependingtheCPUcoolertobeused.Refertotheuser'smanualforyourCPUcooler.)
Step 5:
After the installation, check the back of the
motherboard. If the push pin is inserted as the
picture above shows, the installation is complete.
Step 6:
Finally, attach the power connector of the CPU
coolertotheCPUfanheader(CPU_FAN)onthe
motherboard.
Step 1:
Apply an even and thin layer of thermal grease on
the surface of the installed CPU.
Step 2:
Before installing the cooler, note the direction of the
arrow sign on the male push pin. (Turning the
push pin along the direction of arrow is to remove
thecooler,onthecontrary,istoinstall.)
Step 3:
Place the cooler atop the CPU, aligning the
four push pins through the pin holes on the
motherboard. Push down on the push pins
diagonally.
Step 4:
You should hear a "click" when pushing down each
push pin. Check that the Male and Female push
pins are joined closely.
(RefertoyourCPUcoolerinstallationmanualfor
instructionsoninstallingthecooler.)
Male
Push Pin
Female
Push Pin
The Top
of Female
Push Pin
Direction of
the Arrow Sign
on the Male
Push Pin
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1-4 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.
DDR4_2
DDR4_3
DDR4_4
DDR4_1
1-4-1 DualChannelMemoryConguration
This motherboard provides four memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. After the memory
isinstalled,theBIOSwillautomaticallydetectthespecicationsandcapacityofthememory.EnablingDual
Channel memory mode will double the original memory bandwidth.
The four memory sockets are divided into two channels and each channel has two memory sockets as following:
ChannelA:DDR4_2,DDR4_4
ChannelB:DDR4_1,DDR4_3
DualChannelMemoryCongurationsTable
DDR4_4 DDR4_2 DDR4_3 DDR4_1
2 Modules - - DS/SS - - DS/SS
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.
1. Dual Channel mode cannot be enabled if only one memory module is installed.
2. When enabling Dual Channel mode with two or four memory modules, it is recommended that memory
of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used and installed in the same colored sockets.
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1-4-2 Installing a Memory
Before installing a memory module, make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the
power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the memory module. DDR4 and DDR3
DIMMs are not compatible to each other or DDR2 DIMMs. Be sure to install DDR4 DIMMs on
this motherboard.
ADDR4memorymodulehasanotch,soitcanonlytinonedirection.Followthestepsbelowtocorrectlyinstall
your memory modules in the memory sockets.
Step 1:
Note the orientation of the memory module. Spread the retaining clip
at the right end of the memory socket. Place the memory module on
thesocket.Asindicatedinthepictureontheleft,placeyourngers
on the top edge of the memory, push down on the memory and insert
it vertically into the memory socket.
Step 2:
The clip at the right end of the socket will snap into place when the
memory module is securely inserted.
Notch
DDR4DIMM
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1-5 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.
Follow the steps below to correctly install your expansion card in the expansion slot.
1. Locateanexpansionslotthatsupportsyourcard.Removethemetalslotcoverfromthechassisbackpanel.
2. Align the card with the slot, and press down on the card until it is fully seated in the slot.
3. Make sure the metal contacts on the card are completely inserted into the slot.
4. Secure the card's metal bracket to the chassis back panel with a screw.
5. Afterinstallingallexpansioncards,replacethechassiscover(s).
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.
Example:InstallingandRemovingaPCIExpressGraphicsCard:
PCI Express x1 Slot
PCI Express x16 Slot
•Installing a Graphics Card:
Gently push down on the top edge of the card until
it is fully inserted into the PCI Express slot. Make
sure the card is securely seated in the slot and
does not rock.
•RemovingtheCard:
Gently push back on the lever on the slot and then lift the card straight out from
the slot.
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B. Connecting the Graphics Cards
Step 1:
Observe the steps in "1-5 Installing an Expansion Card" and install CrossFire/SLI graphics cards on the PCI
Express x16 slots.
Step 2:
Insert the CrossFire(Note)/SLI bridge connectors in the CrossFire/SLI gold edge connectors on top of the cards.
Step 3:
Plug the display cable into the graphics card on the PCIEX16 slot.
Procedure and driver screen for enabling CrossFire/SLI technology may differ by graphics cards and driver version.
RefertothemanualthatcamewithyourgraphicscardsformoreinformationaboutenablingCrossFire/SLItechnology.
1-6 Setting up AMD CrossFire™/NVIDIA® SLI™Conguration
(Note) Thebridgeconnector(s)maybeneededornotdependingonyourgraphicscards.
A. System Requirements
-Windows 10/8.1/7 operating system
-A CrossFire/SLI-supported motherboard with two or more PCI Express x16 slots and correct driver
-CrossFire/SLI-ready graphics cards of identical brand and chip and correct driver
 (CurrentGPUsthatsupport3-WayCrossFiretechnologyincludetheATIRadeon™ HD 3800, HD 4800, HD
5800series,andAMDRadeon™ HD 6800, HD 6900, HD 7800, and HD 7900 series. For the latest GPU
supportinformation,pleaserefertotheAMDwebsite.)
-CrossFire(Note)/SLI bridge connectors
-Apowersupplywithsufcientpowerisrecommended(Refertothemanualofyourgraphicscardsforthe
powerrequirement)
C-2. To Enable SLI Function
After installing the graphics card driver in the operating system, go to
the NVIDIA Control Panel. Browse to the CongureSLI,Surround,
Physx screen and ensure Maximize 3D performance is enabled.
C.ConguringtheGraphicsCardDriver
C-1. To Enable CrossFire Function
After installing the graphics card driver in the operating system, go
to the AMD Catalyst Control Center. Browse to Performance\
AMD CrossFireXâ„¢ and ensure the Enable AMD CrossFireX
check box is selected. If your system has more than two CrossFire
cards, select the GPU combination you want to use and click Apply.
(Available combination options are dependent on the number of
graphicscards.)
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