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Table of Contents B550 AORUS ELITE (AX) Motherboard Layout ..............................................................4 B550 AORUS ELITE (AX) Motherboard Block Diagram..................................................5 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation .....................................................................................6 1-1 1-2 1-3 1-4 1-5 1-6 1-7 Installation Precautions .................................................................................... 6 Product Specifications........
B550 AORUS ELITE (AX) Motherboard Layout USB20 D_LED2 ATX_12V SYS_FAN1 LED_C2 CPU_FAN CPU_OPT M2_WIFI (Note) DP_HDMI ATX QFLED QFLASH_PLUS Socket AM4 U32 PCIEX16 SATA3 1 0 DDR4_B2 42 DDR4_B1 60 DDR4_A1 Realtek® 2.5GbE LAN DDR4_A2 M_BIOS 80 110 M2A_CPU AUDIO LED_CPU U32_LAN SYS_FAN2 U32G2 BAT 60 42 M2B_SB 80 110 CODEC AMD B550 PCIEX2 PCIEX1_1 B550 AORUS ELITE (AX) PCIEX1_2 iTE® Super I/O USB 2.
B550 AORUS ELITE (AX) Motherboard Block Diagram PCI Express 4.0/3.0 Bus CPU CLK+/- (100~500 MHz) x16 1 PCI Express x16 DDR4 3200/2933/2667/2400/2133 MHz HDMI DisplayPort AMD Socket AM4 CPU SPI Bus 2 USB 3.2 Gen 1 LPC Bus PCIe 3.0 x4 2 USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type A BIOS TPM iTE® Super I/O S/PDIF Out MIC Line Out Line In CODEC Rear Speaker Out Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out 1 M.2 Socket 3 (M2A_CPU) 4 USB 3.2 Gen 1 AMD B550 2 USB 2.0/1.1 4 SATA 6Gb/s USB 2.0 Hub PCI Express 3.
Chapter 1 1-1 Hardware Installation Installation Precautions The motherboard contains numerous delicate electronic circuits and components which can become damaged as a result of electrostatic discharge (ESD). Prior to installation, carefully read the user's manual and follow these procedures: • Prior to installation, make sure the chassis is suitable for the motherboard. • Prior to installation, do not remove or break motherboard S/N (Serial Number) sticker or warranty sticker provided by your dealer.
1-2 Product Specifications CPU AMD Socket AM4, support for: 3rd Generation AMD Ryzen™ processors/ 3rd Generation AMD Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Graphics processors (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.
Storage Interface USB Internal Connectors Back Panel Connectors (Note) 1 x M.2 connector (M2A_CPU), integrated in the CPU, supporting Socket 3, M key, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 SSDs: - 3rd Generation AMD Ryzen™ processors support SATA and PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 SSDs - 3rd Generation AMD Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Graphics processors support SATA and PCIe 3.0 x4/x2 SSDs 1 x M.
I/O Controller iTE® I/O Controller Chip Hardware Monitor Voltage detection Temperature detection Fan speed detection Water cooling flow rate detection Overheating warning Fan fail warning Fan speed control * Whether the fan speed control function is supported will depend on the fan you install. Unique Features BIOS 1 x 256 Mbit flash Use of licensed AMI UEFI BIOS PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.7, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 5.
1-3 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. • Apply an even and thin layer of thermal grease on the surface of the CPU.
Recommanded Dual Channel Memory Configuration: DDR4_A1 DDR4_A2 DDR4_B1 2 Modules -- DS/SS -- DDR4_B2 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.
Q-Flash Plus Button (Note 3) 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 BIOS flashing is complete. USB 3.2 Gen 1 Port The USB 3.2 Gen 1 port supports the USB 3.
Audio Jack Configurations: Jack Headphone/ 2-channel Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Line In/Side Speaker Out Line Out/Front Speaker Out a 4-channel 5.1-channel 7.1-channel a a a a a a a a a a Mic In/Side Speaker Out If you want to install a Side Speaker, you need to retask either the Line in or Mic in jack to be Side Speaker out through the audio driver.
1-7 Internal Connectors 4 1 5 3 7 8 2 4 9 6 10 17 10 16 12 7 8 4 15 14 13 11 9 1) ATX_12V 10) M2A_CPU/M2B_SB 2) ATX 11) F_PANEL 3) CPU_FAN 12) F_AUDIO 4) SYS_FAN1/2/3 13) F_U32 5) CPU_OPT 14) F_USB1/F_USB2 6) LED_CPU 15) TPM 7) D_LED1/D_LED2 16) CLR_CMOS 8) LED_C1/LED_C2 17) BAT 9) SATA3 0/1/2/3 Read the following guidelines before connecting external devices: • First make sure your devices are compliant with the connectors you wish to connect.
1/2) ATX_12V/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. The power connector possesses a foolproof design. Connect the power supply cable to the power connector in the correct orientation.
5) CPU_OPT (Water Cooling CPU Fan Header) The fan header is 4-pin and possesses a foolproof insertion design. 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. Pin No.
8) LED_C1/LED_C2 (RGB LED Strip Headers) The headers 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. 1 LED_C1 Definition 12V G R B Pin No. 1 2 3 4 1 LED_C2 Connect your RGB 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 (12V) of this header. Incorrect connection may lead to the damage of the LED strip.
10) M2A_CPU/M2B_SB (M.2 Socket 3 Connectors) The M.2 connectors support M.2 SATA SSDs or M.2 PCIe SSDs and support RAID configuration. Please note that an M.2 PCIe SSD cannot be used to create a RAID set either with an M.2 SATA SSD or a SATA hard drive. Refer to Chapter 3, "Configuring a RAID Set," for instructions on configuring a RAID array. M2A_CPU 110 80 60 42 110 80 60 42 M2B_SB Follow the steps below to correctly install an M.2 SSD in the M.2 connector. Step 1: Locate the M.
11) F_PANEL (Front Panel Header) Connect the power switch, reset switch, speaker, chassis intrusion switch/sensor and system status indicator on the chassis to this header according to the pin assignments below. Note the positive and negative pins before connecting the cables.
G.QBOFM 13) F_U32 (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. 1 10 20 11 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Definition VBUS SSRX1SSRX1+ GND SSTX1SSTX1+ GND Pin No. 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Definition D1D1+ NC D2+ D2GND SSTX2+ Pin No. 15 16 17 18 19 20 Definition SSTX2GND SSRX2+ SSRX2VBUS No Pin 14) F_USB1/F_USB2 (USB 2.0/1.
16) 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.
Chapter 2 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.
2-2 The Main Menu System Time Setup Menus Configuration Items Hardware Information Option Description Current Settings Quick Access Bar allows you to quickly move to the General Help, Easy Mode, Smart Fan 5, or Q-Flash screen.
2-3 Favorites (F11) Set your frequently used options as your favorites and use the 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 on the option. The option is marked with a star sign if set as a "favorite.
2-4 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.
Advanced CPU Settings & Core Performance Boost (Note 1) Allows you to determine whether to enable the Core Performance Boost (CPB) technology, a CPU performance-boost technology. (Default: Auto) & SVM Mode Virtualization enhanced by Virtualization Technology will allow a platform to run multiple operating systems and applications in independent partitions. With virtualization, one computer system can function as multiple virtual systems.
Advanced Memory Settings Memory Subtimings d Standard Timing Control, Advanced Timing Control, CAD Bus Setup Timing, CAD Bus Drive Strength, Data Bus Configuration These sections provide memory timing settings. Note: Your system may become unstable or fail to boot after you make changes on the memory timings. If this occurs, please reset the board to default values by loading optimized defaults or clearing the CMOS values. SPD Info Displays information on the installed memory.
2-5 Settings Platform Power & 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) & ErP Determines whether to let the system consume least power in S5 (shutdown) state.
IO Ports & Initial Display Output Specifies the first initiation of the monitor display from the installed PCI Express graphics card or the onboard graphics. IGD Video (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) PCIe 2 Slot Sets the graphics card on the PCIEX2 slot as the first display. & Integrated Graphics (Note) Enables or disables the onboard graphics function.
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) & Port 60/64 Emulation Enables or disables emulation of I/O ports 64h and 60h.
& PXE boot wait time Allows you to configure how long to wait before you can press 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) Realtek PCIe 2.5GBE Family Controller This sub-menu provides information on LAN configuration and related configuration options.
& CPU Vcore/CPU VDDP/DRAM Channel A/B Voltage/+3.3V/+5V/+12V/VCORE SOC Displays the current system voltages. Smart Fan 5 & Monitor Allows you to select a target to monitor and to make further adjustment. (Default: CPU FAN) & 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.
2-6 System Info. This section provides information on your motherboard model and BIOS version. You can also select the default language used by the BIOS and manually set the system time. & System Language Selects the default language used by the BIOS. & System Date Sets the system date. The date format is week (read-only), month, date, and year. Use to switch between the Month, Date, and Year fields and use the or key to set the desired value.
2-7 Boot & 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.
& 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 Disabled Full Initial All USB devices are disabled before the OS boot process completes. All USB devices are functional in the operating system and during the POST.
& User Password Allows you to configure a user password. Press on this item, type the password, and then press . You will be requested to confirm the password. Type the password again and press . 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.
2-8 Save & Exit & Save & Exit Setup Press on this item and select Yes. This saves the changes to the CMOS and exits the BIOS Setup program. Select No or press to return to the BIOS Setup Main Menu. & Exit Without Saving Press 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 to return to the BIOS Setup Main Menu.
Chapter 3 3-1 Appendix Configuring a RAID Set RAID Levels Minimum Number of Hard Drives Array Capacity Fault Tolerance RAID 0 RAID 1 RAID 10 ≥2 2 4 Number of hard drives * Size of the smallest drive No Size of the smallest drive (Number of hard drives/2) * Size of the smallest drive Yes Yes Before you begin, please prepare the following items: • At least two SATA hard drives or SSDs.
Install the RAID driver and operating system With the correct BIOS settings, you are ready to install the operating system. Installing the Operating System As some operating systems already include RAID driver, you do not need to install separate RAID driver during the Windows installation process. After the operating system is installed, we recommend that you install all required drivers from the motherboard driver disc using "Xpress Install" to ensure system performance and compatibility.
3-2 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.
Regulatory Notices CAUTION: The manufacturer is not responsible for any interference caused by unauthorized modifications and/or use of unauthorized antennas. Such changes and/or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance of this device could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
Radiation Exposure Statement: Under Industry Canada regulations, this radio transmitter may only operate using an antenna of a type and maximum (or lesser) gain approved for the transmitter by Industry Canada. To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain should be so chosen that the equivalent isotopically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is not more than that necessary for successful communication.
European Community Directive RED Directive Compliance Statement: 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.
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