Gigabyte B760 AORUS ELITE AX User Manual
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B760 AORUS ELITE AX B760 AORUS ELITE B760 A ELITE AX DDR4 (B760 AORUS ELITE AX DDR4) B760 AORUS ELITE DDR4 User's Manual Rev. 1101 For more product details, please visit GIGABYTE's website. https://www.gigabyte.com/Motherboard/B760-AORUS-ELITE-AX-rev-10?m=ma#kf https://www.gigabyte.com/Motherboard/ - Gigabyte B760 AORUS ELITE AX | User Manual - Page 2
permission. „„ For detailed product information, carefully read the User's Manual. „„ For quick set-up of the product, refer to the Quick Installation Guide on GIGABYTE's website. https://download.gigabyte.com/FileList/Manual/mb_manual_quick-guide_am5.pdf?m=sw For product-related information, check - Gigabyte B760 AORUS ELITE AX | User Manual - Page 3
Table of Contents Chapter 1 Product Introduction 4 1-1 Motherboard Layout 4 1-2 Motherboard Block Diagram 6 1-3 Box Contents...7 Chapter 2 Hardware Installation 8 2-1 Installation Precautions 8 2-2 Product Specifications 9 2-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler 12 2-4 Installing the Memory 15 - Gigabyte B760 AORUS ELITE AX | User Manual - Page 4
LGA1700 U32G2 U32G2C U32 U32_LAN USB 3.2 Gen 1 Hub AUDIO 110 80 Realtek® 2.5GbE LAN PCIEX16 M2A_CPU CPU_FAN CPU_OPT B760 AORUS ELITE AX B760 AORUS ELITE F_U32 D_LED2 LED_C2 ATX DDR5_A1 DDR5_A2 DDR5_B1 DDR5_B2 F_U32C 110 80 iTE® Super I/O 110 80 CODEC PCIEX1_1 PCIEX1_2 USB - Gigabyte B760 AORUS ELITE AX | User Manual - Page 5
U32G2 U32G2C U32 U32_LAN USB 3.2 Gen 1 Hub AUDIO 110 80 Realtek® 2.5GbE LAN PCIEX16 M2A_CPU CPU_FAN CPU_OPT B760 AORUS ELITE AX DDR4 B760 AORUS ELITE DDR4 F_U32 D_LED2 LED_C2 ATX DDR4_A1 DDR4_A2 DDR4_B1 DDR4_B2 F_U32C 110 80 iTE® Super I/O 110 80 CODEC PCIEX1_1 PCIEX1_2 USB - Gigabyte B760 AORUS ELITE AX | User Manual - Page 6
x1 Realtek® 2.5GbE LAN x1 M.2 WIFIjl CNVi RJ45 LAN CODEC USB 3.2 Gen 1 Hub USB 2.0 Hub 4 USB 3.2 Gen 1 8 USB 2.0/1.1 MIC Line Out S/PDIF Out j Only for B760 AORUS ELITE AX. k Only for B760 AORUS ELITE. l Only for B760 AORUS ELITE AX DDR4. m Only for B760 AORUS ELITE DDR4. - 6 - - Gigabyte B760 AORUS ELITE AX | User Manual - Page 7
1-3 Box Contents 55 B760 AORUS ELITE AX, B760 AORUS ELITE, B760 AORUS ELITE AX DDR4, or B760 AORUS ELITE DDR4 motherboard 55 User's Manual 55 One antennajl 55 Two SATA cables 55 One G Connector 55 M.2 screw j Only for B760 AORUS ELITE AX. l Only for B760 AORUS ELITE AX DDR4. * The box contents - Gigabyte B760 AORUS ELITE AX | User Manual - Page 8
(ESD). Prior to installation, carefully read the user's manual and follow these procedures: •• Prior to installation, make sure the user. •• If you are uncertain about any installation steps or have a problem related to the use of the product, please consult a certified computer technician. - Gigabyte B760 AORUS ELITE AX | User Manual - Page 9
be installed, be sure to install it in the PCIEX16 slot. ŠŠ Chipset: - 2 x PCI Express x16 slots, supporting PCIe 3.0 and running at x1 (PCIEX1_1, PCIEX1_2) j Only for B760 AORUS ELITE AX. k Only for B760 AORUS ELITE. l Only for B760 AORUS ELITE AX DDR4. m Only for B760 AORUS ELITE DDR4. - 9 - - Gigabyte B760 AORUS ELITE AX | User Manual - Page 10
3 x M.2 Socket 3 connectors 4 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors 1 x front panel header 1 x front panel audio header 1 x USB Type-C® header, with USB 3.2 Gen 2 support 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 header 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers 1 x Trusted Platform Module header (For the GC-TPM2.0 SPI/GC-TPM2.0 SPI 2.0 module only - Gigabyte B760 AORUS ELITE AX | User Manual - Page 11
-dl https://www.gigabyte.com/Motherboard/B760-AORUS-ELITE-rev-10?m=dl#support-dl https://www.gigabyte.com/Motherboard/B760-AORUS-ELITE-AX-DDR4-rev-10?m=dl#support-dl https://www.gigabyte.com/Motherboard/B760-AORUS-ELITE-DDR4-rev-10?m=dl#support-dl && Please visit the SERVICE/SUPPORT\Utility page on - Gigabyte B760 AORUS ELITE AX | User Manual - Page 12
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 . && Please visit GIGABYTE's website for details on hardware installation. http://www.gigabyte.com/WebPage/210/quick-guide.html?m=sw - 12 - - Gigabyte B760 AORUS ELITE AX | User Manual - Page 13
B. Installing the CPU Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU into the motherboard CPU socket. Finger Tab u jGently press the CPU socket lever handle down and away from the socket. kCompletely lift up the CPU socket locking lever. lUse the finger tab on the side of the metal load - Gigabyte B760 AORUS ELITE AX | User Manual - Page 14
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.) u Apply an even and thin layer of thermal grease on the surface of the installed CPU. v Place the cooler atop the - Gigabyte B760 AORUS ELITE AX | User Manual - Page 15
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 j Only for B760 AORUS ELITE AX. k Only for B760 AORUS ELITE. l Only for B760 AORUS ELITE AX DDR4. m Only for B760 AORUS ELITE DDR4. - 15 - - Gigabyte B760 AORUS ELITE AX | User Manual - Page 16
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 - Gigabyte B760 AORUS ELITE AX | User Manual - Page 17
1 port supports the USB 3.2 Gen 1 specification and is compatible to the USB 2.0 specification. Use this port for USB devices. j Only for B760 AORUS ELITE AX. l Only for B760 AORUS ELITE AX DDR4. (Note) To enable the Q-Flash Plus function, please navigate to the "Unique Features" page of GIGABYTE - Gigabyte B760 AORUS ELITE AX | User Manual - Page 18
connector provides digital audio out to an external audio system that supports digital optical audio. Before using this feature, ensure that your audio settings. && Please visit GIGABYTE's website for details on configuring the audio software. https://www.gigabyte.com/WebPage/697/realtek897-audio. - Gigabyte B760 AORUS ELITE AX | User Manual - Page 19
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. QFLASH_PLUS (Q-Flash Plus Button) Q-Flash Plus allows you to update the BIOS when your - Gigabyte B760 AORUS ELITE AX | User Manual - Page 20
Status LEDs The status LEDs show whether the CPU, memory, graphics card, and operating system are working properly after system power-on. If the CPU/DRAM/VGA LED is on, that means the corresponding device is not working normally; if the BOOT LED is on, that means you haven't entered the operating - Gigabyte B760 AORUS ELITE AX | User Manual - Page 21
2-8 Internal Connectors 4 11 36 8 7 2 14 10 13 10 10 12 8 7 16 15 17 9 19 18 4 5 11 1) ATX_12V_2X2/ATX_12V_2X4 2) ATX 3) CPU_FAN 4) SYS_FAN1/2/3 5) SYS_FAN4_PUMP 6) CPU_OPT 7) LED_C1/LED_C2 8) D_LED1/D_LED2 9) SATA3 4/5/6/7 10) M2A_CPU/M2P_SB/M2M_SB 11) F_PANEL 12) F_AUDIO 13) F_U32C 14) - Gigabyte B760 AORUS ELITE AX | User Manual - Page 22
1/2) ATX_12V_2X2/ATX_12V_2X4/ATX (2x2, 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 - Gigabyte B760 AORUS ELITE AX | User Manual - Page 23
installed inside the chassis. The header also provides speed control for a water cooling pump. Please navigate to the "BIOS Setup" page of GIGABYTE's website and search for "Smart Fan 6" for more information. Pin No. Definition 1 GND 1 2 Voltage Speed Control 3 Sense 4 PWM Speed Control •• Be - Gigabyte B760 AORUS ELITE AX | User Manual - Page 24
of the LED strip. 1 12V 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 the devices, be sure to turn off the devices and your computer. Unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent - Gigabyte B760 AORUS ELITE AX | User Manual - Page 25
SATA 3Gb/s and SATA 1.5Gb/s standard. Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device. The Intel® Chipset supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, and RAID 10. Please navigate to the "Configuring a RAID Set" page of GIGABYTE's website for instructions on configuring a RAID array. _ _ S _S SATA3 57 46 - Gigabyte B760 AORUS ELITE AX | User Manual - Page 26
M2A_CPU/M2P_SB/M2M_SB (M.2 Socket 3 Connectors) The M.2 connectors on the motherboard support only M.2 PCIe SSDs. _3 U 110 80 M2A_CPU 110 80 M2P_SB 110 and tighten the screws. && Please visit GIGABYTE's website for details on using M.2 EZ-Latch Plus. Install the M.2 SSD: https://www - Gigabyte B760 AORUS ELITE AX | User Manual - Page 27
connector. Step 3: Remove the protective film from the bottom of the motherboard heatsink and then replace the heatsink and tighten the screws. * Types of M.2 SSDs supported by each M.2 connector: M.2 PCIe x4 SSD M.2 PCIe x2 SSD M2A_CPU a a M2P_SB a a M2M_SB a a M.2 SATA SSD r r r - 27 - Gigabyte B760 AORUS ELITE AX | User Manual - Page 28
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). •• 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): Connects - Gigabyte B760 AORUS ELITE AX | User Manual - Page 29
assignments, _ please contact F the chassis manufac_tSurer. _F _0 F_ _3 1 23 1 1 23 1 1 23 1 13) F_U32C (USB Type-C® Header, with USB 3S.2 Gen 2 Support) The header conforms to USB 3.2 Gen 2 specification and can provide one USB port. B_ USB 0_ B S3 F_USB3 S B SS S F_USB30 3 10 11 - Gigabyte B760 AORUS ELITE AX | User Manual - Page 30
14) F_U32 (USBF_3U.S2B3G0en 1 Header) F_ U F_ 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. Pin No. Definition Pin No. - Gigabyte B760 AORUS ELITE AX | User Manual - Page 31
_U _ __ 3 B F 16) SPI_TPM (Trusted PlatformF_UMSBo3dFule Header) You may connect an SPI TPM (Trusted Platform Module) to this header. _0 _ _B Pin No. Definition 1 Data Output _ S_ 11 1 12 2 2 Power (3.3V) 3 No Pin 4 NC _F 5 Data Input 6 CLK 7 Chip Select 8 GND _ 9 IRQ 10 NC - Gigabyte B760 AORUS ELITE AX | User Manual - Page 32
. •• 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). 19) RST (Reset Jumper) The reset jumper can connect to the reset switch - Gigabyte B760 AORUS ELITE AX | User Manual - Page 33
button. For instructions on using the Q-Flash and Q-Flash Plus 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 - Gigabyte B760 AORUS ELITE AX | User Manual - Page 34
Startup Screen: 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 - Gigabyte B760 AORUS ELITE AX | User Manual - Page 35
driver first during the OS installation process. Refer to the steps below: Step 1: Go to GIGABYTE's website, browse to the motherboard model's web page, download the Intel SATA Preinstall driver file on the Support\Download\SATA RAID/AHCI page, unzip the file and copy the files to your USB thumb - Gigabyte B760 AORUS ELITE AX | User Manual - Page 36
, make sure the system is connected to the Internet. && Please visit GIGABYTE's website for more software information. https://www.gigabyte.com/WebPage/926/intel700-app.html && Please visit GIGABYTE's website for more troubleshooting information. https://www.gigabyte.com/WebPage/351/faq.html - 36 - - Gigabyte B760 AORUS ELITE AX | User Manual - Page 37
connected computer. •• A USB thumb drive. The Intel® B760 Chipset doesn't include RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, and RAID 10 support for NVMe SSD storage devices. && Please visit GIGABYTE's website for details on configuring a RAID array. https://www.gigabyte.com/WebPage/927/intel700-raid.html - 37 - - Gigabyte B760 AORUS ELITE AX | User Manual - Page 38
Trade Name: GIGABYTE Model Number: B760 AORUS ELITE AX/B760 AORUS ELITE/B760 A ELITE AX DDR4/B760 AORUS ELITE DDR4 Responsible Party - 1992. Proper operation of this radio according to the instructions found in this manual will result in exposure substantially below the FCC's recommended limits - Gigabyte B760 AORUS ELITE AX | User Manual - Page 39
Directive 2011/65/EU & the European Commission Delegated Directive (EU) 2015/863 Statement GIGABYTE products have not intended to add and safe from hazardous substances (Cd, Pb, your local government office, your household waste disposal service or where you purchased the product for details of - Gigabyte B760 AORUS ELITE AX | User Manual - Page 40
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 - Gigabyte B760 AORUS ELITE AX | User Manual - Page 41
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B760 AORUS ELITE AX
B760 AORUS ELITE
B760 A ELITE AX DDR4
(B760 AORUS ELITE AX DDR4)
B760 AORUS ELITE DDR4
User's Manual
Rev. 1101
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