Gigabyte A520M K V2 User Manual
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- Gigabyte A520M K V2 | User Manual - Page 1
A520M K A520M K V2 User's Manual Rev. 1002 For more product details, please visit GIGABYTE's website. https://www.gigabyte.com/Motherboard/A520M-K-rev-10?m=ma#kf https://www.gigabyte.com/Motherboard/A520M-K-V2-rev-10?m=ma#kf GIGABYTE will reduce paper use in order to fulfill the responsibilities of - Gigabyte A520M K V2 | User Manual - Page 2
at: https://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 - Gigabyte A520M K V2 | User Manual - Page 3
Product Specifications 7 2-3 Installing the CPU 10 2-4 Installing the Memory 11 2-5 Installing an Expansion Card 12 2-6 Back Panel Connectors 13 2-7 Internal Connectors 15 Chapter 3 BIOS Setup 24 Chapter 4 Installing the Operating System and Drivers 26 4-1 Operating System Installation 26 - Gigabyte A520M K V2 | User Manual - Page 4
1-1 Motherboard Layout KB_MS_USB VGA j ATX_12V CPU_FAN Socket AM4 HDMI U32 SYS_FAN1 U32_LAN AUDIO Realtek® GbE LAN A520M K M_BIOS A520M K V2 80 PCIEX1 PCIEX16 CODEC iTE® Super I/O BAT AMD A520 TPM F_AUDIO CI F_USB2 F_USB1 Temperature sensor MM Only for A520M K V2. - 4 - M2A_CPU - Gigabyte A520M K V2 | User Manual - Page 5
1-2 Box Contents 55 A520M K or A520M K V2 motherboard 55 User's Manual 55 One SATA cable 55 I/O Shield * 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. - 5 - - Gigabyte A520M K V2 | User Manual - Page 6
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 motherboard, CPU motherboard motherboard, do not allow screws to come in contact with the motherboard motherboard problem - Gigabyte A520M K V2 | User Manual - Page 7
Product Specifications CPU ŠŠ AMD Socket AM4, support for: AMD Ryzen™ 5000 G-Series Processors/ AMD Ryzen™ 5000 Series Processors/ AMD Ryzen™ 4000 G-Series Processors/ AMD Ryzen™ 3000 Series Processors (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) Chipset ŠŠ AMD A520 Memory - Gigabyte A520M K V2 | User Manual - Page 8
applications in APP Center may vary by motherboard model. Supported functions of each application may also vary depending on motherboard specifications. - @BIOS - EasyTune - Smart Backup - System Information Viewer Support for Q-Flash Support for Xpress Install MM Only for A520M K V2. - 8 - - Gigabyte A520M K V2 | User Manual - Page 9
visit GIGABYTE's website for support lists of CPU, memory modules, SSDs, and M.2 devices. https://www.gigabyte.com/Motherboard/A520M-K-rev-10?m=dl#support-dl https://www.gigabyte.com/Motherboard/A520M-K-V2-rev-10?m=dl#support-dl && Please visit the SERVICE/SUPPORT\Utility page on GIGABYTE's website - Gigabyte A520M K V2 | User Manual - Page 10
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 - Gigabyte A520M K V2 | User Manual - Page 11
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 motherboard provides two memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. After the memory is installed, the BIOS to CPU - Gigabyte A520M K V2 | User Manual - Page 12
an expansion card: •• Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Carefully read the manual that came with your expansion card. •• 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 - Gigabyte A520M K V2 | User Manual - Page 13
port supports the USB 3.2 Gen 1 specification and is compatible to the AMD Ryzen™ 5000 G-Series/4000 G-Series Processors only. (Note 2) Only for A520M K V2. •• When removing the cable connected to a back panel connector, first remove the cable from your device and then remove it from the motherboard - Gigabyte A520M K V2 | User Manual - Page 14
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 A520M K V2 | User Manual - Page 15
2-7 Internal Connectors 1 3 4 6 13 8 12 14 11 2 15 9 7 5 10 1) ATX_12V 2) ATX 3) CPU_FAN 4) SYS_FAN1 5) SATA3 0/1/2/3 6) M2A_CPU 7) F_PANEL 8) F_AUDIO 9) SPEAKER 10) F_U32 11) F_USB1/F_USB2 12) TPM make sure the device cable has been securely attached to the connector on the motherboard. - 15 - - Gigabyte A520M K V2 | User Manual - Page 16
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 . The 12V power connector mainly supplies power to the CPU. If the 12V power connector is not connected, the - Gigabyte A520M K V2 | User Manual - Page 17
6Gb/s standard and are compatible with SATA 3Gb/s and SATA 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 - Gigabyte A520M K V2 | User Manual - Page 18
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 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. 80 Follow the - Gigabyte A520M K V2 | User Manual - Page 19
front panel. You may configure the way to turn off your system using the power switch (please navigate to the "BIOS Setup," "Settings\Platform Power," page of GIGABYTE's website for more information). •• HD (Hard Drive Activity LED): Connects to the hard drive activity LED on the chassis front - Gigabyte A520M K V2 | User Manual - Page 20
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 beep will be heard if no problem is detected at system startup. Pin No. Definition 1 VCC 2 NC 1 3 - Gigabyte A520M K V2 | User Manual - Page 21
10) 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 F_USB30 F_ U 20 11 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 - Gigabyte A520M K V2 | User Manual - Page 22
Definition LAD3 GND LFRAME NC SERIRQ LRESET __ 3 B U _ _U B 13) BAT (Battery) _ S_ 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 ba_tteSry when the battery voltage drops to - Gigabyte A520M K V2 | User Manual - Page 23
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 (please navigate to the "BIOS Setup" page of GIGABYTE's website for more information). - 23 - - Gigabyte A520M K V2 | User Manual - Page 24
the Internet and updates the BIOS. For instructions on using the Q-Flash and @BIOS utilities, please navigate to the "Unique Features" page of GIGABYTE's website and search for "BIOS Update Utilities." •• Because BIOS flashing is potentially risky, if you do not encounter problems using the current - Gigabyte A520M K V2 | User Manual - Page 25
The following startup Logo screen will appear when the computer boots. Function Keys Function Keys: : BIOS SETUP\Q-FLASH Press the key to enter BIOS Setup or to access the Q-Flash utility in BIOS Setup. : BOOT MENU Boot Menu allows you to set the first boot device without entering - Gigabyte A520M K V2 | User Manual - Page 26
drivers from the GIGABYTE APP Center to ensure system performance and compatibility. If the operating system to be installed requires that you provide additional RAID driver GIGABYTE's website, browse to the motherboard model's web page, download the AMD RAID Preinstall Driver file on the Support\ - Gigabyte A520M K V2 | User Manual - Page 27
bottom-right corner of the desktop asking if you want to download and install the drivers and GIGABYTE applications via APP Center. Click Install to proceed with the installation. (In BIOS Setup, make sure Settings\IO Ports\APP Center Download & Install Configuration\APP Center Download & Install - Gigabyte A520M K V2 | User Manual - Page 28
Yes Yes Before you begin, please prepare the following items: This motherboard supports RAID 0, RAID 1, and RAID 10. Prepare the correct number SATA hard drive. && Please visit GIGABYTE's website for details on configuring a RAID array. https://www.gigabyte.com/WebPage/313/am4-raid.html?m=sw - 28 - Gigabyte A520M K V2 | User Manual - Page 29
Motherboard Trade Name: GIGABYTE Model Number: A520M K/A520M K V2 accordance with manufacturer's instructions, may cause harmful interference complies with the following directives: Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive 2014/30/EU, Low-voltage Directive household waste disposal service or where you - Gigabyte A520M K V2 | User Manual - Page 30
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A520M K
A520M K V2
User's Manual
Rev. 1002
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