Gigabyte B450 AORUS Elite V2 User Manual

Gigabyte B450 AORUS Elite V2 Manual

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    B450 AORUS ELITE V2 User's Manual Rev. 1001 12ME-B45AET2-1001R For more product details, please visit GIGABYTE's website. 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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    product, carefully read the User's Manual. „„ For product-related information, check on our website 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
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    B450 AORUS ELITE V2 Motherboard Layout 4 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 5 1-1 Installation Precautions 5 1-2 Product Specifications 6 1-3 Installing the CPU 9 1-4 Installing the Memory 9 1-5 Installing ...40 3-1 Configuring a RAID Set 40 3-2 Drivers Installation 42 Regulatory Notices...43 Contact
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    SATA3 01 F_AUDIO D_LED1 LED_C COMA TPM F_USB2 F_USB30 F_PANEL 2 SATA3 3 Box Contents 55 B450 AORUS ELITE V2 Motherboard 55 Motherboard driver disc 55 User's Manual 55 Two SATA cables 55 M.2 screw(s)/M.2 standoff(s) * The box contents above are for reference only and the actual items shall
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    installation, carefully read the user's manual and follow these procedures: •• Prior to installation installing or . •• Prior to installing the motherboard, please have power during the installation process can lead to damage uncertain about any installation steps or have a problem related to the
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    Socket AM4, support for GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) Chipset ŠŠ AMD B450 Memory Onboard Graphics (Note) Audio ŠŠ 4 x DDR4 DIMM sockets supporting if only one PCI Express graphics card is to be installed, be sure to install it in the PCIEX16 slot. (The PCIEX16 slot conforms
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    (Socket 3, M key, type 2242/2260/2280 PCIe 3.0 x2 SSD support) (M2B_SOCKET) 6 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors Support for RAID 0, RAID 1, and RAID 10 * Refer to "1-7 Internal Connectors," for the installation notices for the M.2 and SATA connectors. Chipset: - 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports available through the
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    Support for Q-Flash Support for Xpress Install Norton® Internet Security (OEM version) Realtek® 8118 Gaming LAN Bandwidth Control Utility Support for GIGABYTE's website for support lists of CPU, memory modules, SSDs, and M.2 devices. - 8 - Please visit the Support\Utility List page on GIGABYTE
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    Denotes CPU Pin One AM4 CPU 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
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    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
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    , pull it straight out from the connector. Do not rock it side to side to prevent an electrical short inside the cable connector. Please visit GIGABYTE's website for details on configuring the audio software. - 11 -
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    , be sure to turn off the devices and your computer. Unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the devices. •• After installing the device and before turning on the computer, make sure the device cable has been securely attached to the connector on the motherboard. - 12 -
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    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. The 12V power
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    12 1 23 1 23 S B_ B 5) LED_CPU (CPU Cooler LED Strip/RGB LED Strip Header) The header can be used to connect a CPU cooler LED stri_p oSr a standard 5050 RGB LED strip (12V/G/R/B), with maximum power rating of 2A (12V) and maximum leSn_gth of 2m. _ B Pin No. Definition 1 12V U 1 __ 3 2G
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    1 damage of the LED strip. F_USB3 For how to turn on/off the lights of the LED strip, refer to the instructions on in Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Peripherals." Before installing the devices, be sure to turn off the devices and your computer. Unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent
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    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. Refer to Chapter 3, "Configuring a RAID Set," for instructions on configuring a RAID SSD to be installed and then tighten the standoff first. Insert the
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    Installed a SATA3 1 a a SATA3 2 r a F SATA3 3 ASATA3 0 ASATA3 1 r a a _0 a a a a: Available, r: Not available * The M2B_SOCKET connector supports up connecting the S/PDIF digital audio cable, carefully read the manual for your expansion card. Pin No. Definition 1 5VDUAL 2 No Pin 1
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    by issuing a beep code. One single short beep will be heard if no problem is detected at system startup. •• HD (Hard Drive Activity LED, Blue): Connects 14) F_AUDIO (Front Panel Audio Header) The front panel audio header supports High Definition audio (HD). You may connect your chassis front panel
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    the battery by yourself or uncertain about the battery model. •• When installing the battery, note the orientation of the positive side (+) and the BIOS Setup to load factory defaults (select Load Optimized Defaults) or manually configure the BIOS settings (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," for
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    8 GND 4 USB DY- 9 No Pin 5 USB DX+ 10 NC •• Do not plug the IEEE 1394 bracket (2x5-pin) cable into the USB 2.0/1.1 header. •• Prior to installing the USB bracket, be sure to turn off your computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the USB
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    21) CPU/DRAM/VGA/BOOT (Status LEDs) The status LEDs show whether the CPU, memory, graphics card, and operating system are working properly after system power-on. If tBh_e CPU/DRAM/VGA LEDF_iUsSoB3n, that meanFs_UthSeB3c0o3rresponding device is not working normally; if the BOOT LED is on, that
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    when the power is turned on. To upgrade the BIOS, use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash or @BIOS utility. •• Q-Flash allows the user to quickly and easily . •• Because BIOS flashing is potentially risky, if you do not encounter problems using the current version of BIOS, it is recommended that you not flash
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    2-2 The Main Menu Setup Menus System Time Hardware Information Configuration Items Current Settings Quick Access Bar allows you to enter Easy Mode, select BIOS default language, configure fan settings, or enter Q-Flash. Classic Setup Function Keys / /
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    and reset the board to default values.) ƒƒ Advanced Frequency Settings && CPU Clock Control Allows you to manually set the CPU base clock in 1 MHz increments. (Default: Auto) Important: It is highly (Note) This item is present only when you install a CPU that supports this feature. - 24 -
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    Simultaneous Multi-Threading technology. This feature only works for operating systems that support multi-processor mode. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. This item is present only when you install a CPU that supports this feature. (Note 2) This item is present only when you
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    The respective timing setting screens are configurable only when Memory Timing Mode is set to Manual. Note: Your system may become unstable or fail to boot after you make changes : Disabled) (Note) This item is present only when you install a CPU and a memory module that support this feature. - 26 -
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    requirements. (Default) Silent Allows the fan to run at slow speeds. Manual Allows you to control the fan speed in the curve graph. Full mode Auto Lets the BIOS automatically detect the type of fan installed and sets the optimal control mode. (Default) Voltage Voltage mode
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    System 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
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    startup. Disabled skips the GIGABYTE Logo when the system starts up. (Default: Enabled) && Fast Boot Enables or disables Fast Boot to shorten the OS boot process. Ultra Fast provides the fastest bootup speed. (Default: Disabled) && SATA Support All Sata Devices All SATA devices are functional in
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    option ROM. UEFI Only Enables UEFI option ROM only. Legacy Only Enables legacy option ROM only. (Default) This item is configurable only when CSM Support is set to Enabled. && Other PCI Device ROM Priority Allows you to select whether to enable the UEFI or Legacy option ROM for the PCI
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    the Administrator Password first. ƒƒ Secure Boot Allows you to enable or disable Secure Boot and configure related settings. This item is configurable only when CSM Support is set to Disabled. - 31 -
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    disables 64-bit capable devices to be decoded in above 4 GB address space (only if your system supports 64-bit PCI decoding). Set to Enabled if more than one advanced graphics card are installed and their drivers are not able to be launched when entering the operating system (because of the limited
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    && Network Stack Disables or enables booting from the network to install a GPT format OS, such as installing the OS from the Windows Deployment Services server. (Default: Disabled) && Ipv4 PXE Support Enables or disables IPv4 PXE Support. This item is configurable only when Network Stack is enabled
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    . This item is configurable only when Network Stack is enabled. && Ipv6 HTTP Support Enables or disables HTTP boot support for IPv6. This item is configurable only when Network Stack is enabled. && IPSEC Certificate Enables or disables Internet Protocol Security. This item is configurable only
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    SATA controllers to AHCI mode. Advanced Host Controller Interface (AHCI) is an interface specification that allows the storage driver to enable advanced Serial ATA features such as Native Command Queuing and hot plug. (Default) (Note) This item is present only when you install a CPU that supports
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    ) Allows you to determine whether to use your M.2 NVMe PCIe SSDs to configure RAID. (Default: Disabled) && APU SATA Port Enable (ASATA3 0, 1 Connectors) Enables or disables the integrated SATA controller(s). (Default: Enabled) && APU SATA Hot plug Enables or disable the hot plug capability for each
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    2-8 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
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    && Power Loading Enables or disables dummy load. When the power supply is at low load, a self-protection will activate causing it to shutdown or fail. If this occurs, please set to Enabled. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) && Resume by Alarm Determines whether
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    2-9 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
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    Self-Test). Under Chipset, ensure Chipset SATA Port Enable is enabled. Set SATA Mode to RAID. Then save the settings and restart your RAID level. RAID levels supported include RAID 0(Stripe), RAID 1(Mirror), and RAID 10 (the selections available depend on the number of the hard drives being installed
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    the User Input section on the left bottom of the screen. 4. First, select a RAID mode and press . The selections available depend on the number of the hard drives being installed. Then follow the on-screen instructions to specify the array size. You can select All available space to use the
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    the Xpress Install button and "Xpress Install" will install all of the selected drivers. Or click the arrow icon to individually install the drivers you need. Please visit GIGABYTE's website for more software information. - 42 - Please visit GIGABYTE's website for more troubleshooting information.
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    Trade Name: GIGABYTE Model Number: B450 AORUS ELITE V2 Responsible Party installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with manufacturer's instructions , your household waste disposal service or where you purchased the
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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.
For more product details, please visit GIGABYTE's website.
B450 AORUS ELITE V2
User's Manual
Rev. 1001
12ME-B45AET2-1001R