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GA-X99M-Gaming 5 User's Manual Rev. 1101 12ME-X99MGM5-1101R 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. - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 2
Motherboard GA-X99M-Gaming 5 Jul. 8, 2016 Motherboard GA-X99M-Gaming 5 Jul. 8, 2016 - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 3
Installation Guide included with the product. „„ 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 - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 4
Contents Box Contents...6 Optional Items...6 GA-X99M-Gaming 5 Motherboard Layout 7 GA-X99M-Gaming 5 Motherboard Block Diagram 8 Chapter 1 24 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 35 2-1 Startup Screen 36 2-2 The Main Menu 37 2-3 M.I.T...40 2-4 System Information 52 2-5 BIOS Features 53 2-6 Peripherals - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 5
BIOS Update Utilities 81 5-1-1 Updating the BIOS with the Q-Flash Utility 81 5-1-2 Updating the BIOS with the @BIOS 11 Cloud Station Server 99 5-2-12 Game Controller...105 Chapter 6 Appendix...107 6-1 6-2 Troubleshooting 113 6-2-1 Frequently Asked Questions 113 6-2-2 Troubleshooting Procedure - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 6
Box Contents 55 GA-X99M-Gaming 5 motherboard 55 Motherboard driver disk 55 User's Manual 55 Quick Installation Guide 55 Four SATA cables 55 I/O Shield 55 One 2-Way SLI bridge connector The box contents above are for reference only and the actual items shall - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 7
GA-X99M-Gaming 5 Motherboard Layout KB_MS R_USB R_USB30_20 USB30_LAN Renesas® USB 3.0 Hub DDR4_1_A DDR4_2_B ATX_12V_2X4 LGA2011-3 DDR4_4_D DDR4_3_C CPU_OPT PW_SW CMOS_SW RST_SW SB BIOS_SW ATX B_BIOS BBIOS_LED Rivet Networks Killer™ E2400 LAN 2 4 MBIOS_LED M_BIOS 3 5 AUDIO - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 8
GA-X99M-Gaming 5 Motherboard Block Diagram 1 PCI 1 PCI 1 PCI Express x16 Express x16 PCI Express x1 RJ45 PCIe CLK (100 MHz) Rivet Networks Killer™ E2400 LAN x1 x1 PCI Express Bus Dual BIOS Intel® X99 CODEC DMI 2.0 or Switch or M.2 SATA Express 2 SATA 6Gb/s 4 SATA 6Gb/s 4 SATA 6Gb - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 9
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 motherboard motherboard motherboard, do not allow screws to come in contact with the motherboard motherboard problem - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 10
for RDIMM 1Rx8 memory modules (operate in non-ECC mode) (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory modules.) ŠŠ Realtek® ALC1150 codec ŠŠ High Definition Audio ŠŠ 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel ŠŠ Support for S/PDIF Out LAN ŠŠ Rivet Networks Killer™ E2400 LAN chip (10/100 - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 11
x SATA 6Gb/s connectors (sSATA3 0~3), supporting IDE and AHCI modes only (An operating the back panel 1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector 1 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector 1 x M.2 Socket 1 x Clear CMOS button 1 x audio gain control switch 2 x BIOS switches 1 x PS/2 keyboard port 1 x PS/2 mouse port - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 12
motherboard model. Supported functions of each application may also differ depending on motherboard specifications. - @BIOS - Ambient LED - EasyTune - EZ Setup - Fast Boot - Game Technology Support for Windows 8.1/8/7 Form Factor ŠŠ Micro-ATX Form Factor; 24.4cm x 24.4cm * GIGABYTE reserves - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 13
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 - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 14
B. Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU into the motherboard CPU socket. •• Before installing the CPU, make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 15
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 1: Apply an even and thin layer of thermal grease on the - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 16
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 This motherboard provides four DDR4 memory sockets and supports 4 Channel Technology. After the memory is installed, the BIOS will - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 17
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. Notch DDR4 DIMM A DDR4 memory module has a notch, so it can only fit in one direction. Follow the steps below to correctly install your memory - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 18
install an expansion card: •• Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Carefully read the manual that came with your expansion card. •• 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 - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 19
A. System Requirements -- Windows 8.1/8/7 operating system -- A CrossFire/SLI-supported motherboard with two or more PCI Express x16 slots and correct driver may differ by graphics cards and driver version. Refer to the manual that came with your graphics cards for more information about enabling - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 20
port (purple) to connect a PS/2 keyboard. USB 2.0/1.1 Port The USB port supports the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. You can connect a USB DAC to this port or remove the cable from your device and then remove it from the motherboard. •• When removing the cable, pull it straight out from the connector - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 21
jacks can be reconfigured to perform different functions via the audio software (supported functions may vary based on hardware specification). If you install a Side the default Mic in jack. Refer to the instructions on setting up a 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration in Chapter 6, " - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 22
data loss or damage may occur. •• After system restart, go to BIOS Setup to load factory defaults (select Load Optimized Defaults) or manually configure the BIOS settings (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," for BIOS configurations). Hardware Installation - 22 - B S_ B B S_ B F F _0 _0 _F _F _0 - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 23
_S S_ _ B Audio Gain Control Switches The switch allows for audio gain control for the headphone/speaker out jack on the back panel. Please make sure all of the dips are set in the same position and are set according to your headphone specification (actual_ U 3 effecBtsSmSay vaSry by the - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 24
1-10 Internal Connectors 1 3 5 9 4 10 11 13 1) ATX_12V_2X4 2) ATX 3) CPU_FAN 4) SYS_FAN1/2/3 5) CPU_OPT 6) SATA_EXPRESS 7) SATA3 0/1/2/3/4/5 8) sSATA3 0/1/2/3 9) BAT 2 7 6 7 8 14 4 16 4 15 12 cable has been securely attached to the connector on the motherboard. Hardware Installation - 24 - - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 25
1/2) ATX_12V_2X4/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. Before connecting the power connector, first make sure the power supply is turned off and all - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 26
3/4) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN1/2/3 (Fan Headers) All fan headers on this motherboard are 4-pin. 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 - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 27
with 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. Refer to Chapter 3, "Configuring a RAID Set," for instructions on configuring a RAID array. G.QBOFM SATA3 1 3 2 054 7 1 7 1 Pin No - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 28
. Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device. G.QBOFM G.QBOFM sSATA3 3 1 20 7 1 7 1 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Definition GND TXP TXN GND RXN RXP GND To enable hot-plugging for the SATA ports, refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Chipset\PCH sSATA Configuration," for more information. 9) BAT - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 29
Step 3: Press the M.2 SSD down and then secure it with the screw. Step 4: The installation is completed, as shown in the picture above. •• On the motherboard there are two length adjustment holes for the M.2 SSD. Select the proper hole for the M.2 SSD to be installed and refasten the screw and nut - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 30
the steps below to correctly install an M.2 Wi-Fi module in the M.2 Wi-Fi connector. Step 1: Use a screw driver to unfasten the screw from the motherboard. Step 2: Slide the M.2 Wi-Fi module into the connector at an oblique angle. Step 3: Press the M.2 Wi-Fi module down and then secure it with - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 31
turn off your system using the power switch (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Power Management," for more information). •• SPEAK (Speaker, Orange): 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): - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 32
module, refer to the instructions on how to activate AC supports digital S/PDIF Out an1d2 3connects a S/PDIF digital audio cable (provided by expansion S B_ cards) for digSital audio output from your motherboard S/PDIF digital audio cable, carefully read the manual for your expansion card. _S S_ _ - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 33
S B_ F_ U 15) F_USB30_1/F_USB30_2 (USB 3.0/2.0 Header) The headers conform to USB 3.0/2.0 specification and can provide two USB ports. For purchasing the optional 3.5" front panel that provides two USB 3.0/2.0 ports, please contact the local dealer. 1 10 F_USB30 20 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 34
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 (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," for BIOS configurations). Hardware Installation - 34 - - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 35
from the Internet and updates the BIOS. For instructions on using the Q-Flash and @BIOS utilities, refer to Chapter 5, "BIOS Update Utilities." •• 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 the - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 36
INFORMATION Press the key to display your system information. : BOOT MENU Boot Menu allows you to set the first boot device without entering BIOS Setup. In Boot Menu, use the up arrow key or the down arrow key to select the first boot device, then press to accept - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 37
Main Menu A. Startup Guide (Default) The Startup Guide screen simplifies conventional complicated BIOS setup menus and presents the option menus for quick configuration or press to switch to the traditional BIOS Setup screen. •• When the system is not stable as usual, select the Load Optimized - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 38
changes Show descriptions of the function keys Switch to ST Mode or Startup Guide screen Restore the previous BIOS settings for the current submenus Load the Optimized BIOS default settings for the current submenus Access the Q-Flash utility Display system - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 39
system/CPU temperatures, voltages, and fan speeds. „„ System Information Use this menu to configure the default language used by the BIOS and system time and date. „„ BIOS Features Use this menu to configure the device boot order and advanced features available on the CPU. „„ Peripherals Use this - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 40
in system's failure to boot. If this occurs, clear the CMOS values and reset the board to default values.) This section provides information on the BIOS version, CPU base clock, CPU frequency, memory frequency, total memory size, CPU temperature and CPU voltage, etc - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 41
Clock Allows you to manually set the CPU base (Note) Allows you to manually set the host clock frequency Base Clock is set to Manual. && Processor Base Clock ( Clock is set to Manual. && Spread Spectrum Control Base Clock is set to Manual. && Host Clock Value This CPU that supports this feature. For more - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 42
determine whether to enable the Intel CPU Turbo Boost technology. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) && Turbo Ratio (Note) only when you install a CPU that supports this feature. For more information about Intel® CPUs' unique features, please visit - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 43
CPU core frequency and voltage will be reduced during system halt state to decrease power consumption. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) && C3 State Support (Note 1) Allows you to determine whether to let the CPU enter C3 mode in system halt state. When enabled - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 44
, and memory timing settings below to be configurable. Options are: Auto (default), Manual, Advanced Manual. && Profile DDR Voltage When using a non-XMP memory module or Extreme Memory is present only when you install a CPU and a memory module that support this feature. BIOS Setup - 44 - - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 45
memory to increase memory performance and stability. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) `` Channel setting screens are configurable only when Memory Timing Mode is set to Manual or Advanced Manual. Note: Your system may become unstable or fail to boot after - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 46
Medium, Low, and Standard. Selecting a higher level keeps the CPU VRIN voltage more consistent with what is set in BIOS under heavy load. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting and sets the voltage following Intel's specifications. (Default: Auto) && CPU VRIN Protection Allows you - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 47
limit on Channel C and Channel D memory voltage for over-voltage protection. The adjustable range is from 150.0mV to 325.0mV. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) && CPU VRIN Current Protection Allows you to set the over-current protection level for the CPU VRIN - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 48
previous chassis intrusion status. (Default) Enabled Clears the record of previous chassis intrusion status and the Case Open field will show "No" at next boot. BIOS Setup - 48 - - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 49
system temperature sensor on the motherboard. && CPU/CPU OPT/System Chipset temperature. When temperature exceeds the threshold, BIOS will emit warning sound. Options are: Disabled item is configurable only when CPU Fan Speed Control is set to Manual. Options are: 0.75 PWM value /oC ~ 2.50 PWM value - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 50
at slow speeds. Manual Allows you to control Speed Control is set to Manual. Options are: 0.75 PWM at slow speeds. Manual Allows you to Speed Control is set to Manual. Options are: 0.75 PWM at slow speeds. Manual Allows you to Manual. Options are: 0.75 PWM value /oC ~ 2.50 PWM value /oC - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 51
slots to Gen 1, Gen 2, or Gen 3. Actual operation mode is subject to the hardware specification of each slot. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) && 3DMark01 Enhancement Allows you to determine whether to enhance some legacy benchmark performance. (Default - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 52
2-4 System Information 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 - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 53
as hard drives, optical drives, floppy disk drives, and devices that support Boot from LAN function, etc. Press on this item to BIOS Setup program. (Default) && Full Screen LOGO Show Allows you to determine whether to display the GIGABYTE Logo at system startup. Disabled skips the GIGABYTE - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 54
a legacy PC boot process. Enabled Enables UEFI CSM. (Default) Disabled Disables UEFI CSM and supports UEFI BIOS boot process only. This item is configurable only when Windows 8 Features is set to Windows 8. && LAN PXE Boot Option ROM Allows you to select whether - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 55
OS from the Windows Deployment Services server. (Default: Disabled) && Ipv4 PXE Support Enables or disables IPv4 PXE Support. This item is configurable 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. - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 56
rhythm. Pulse Mode The brightness of the LED changes slowly and smoothly like breath. && Legacy USB Support Allows USB keyboard/mouse to be used in MS-DOS. (Default: Enabled) && XHCI Hand-off sub-menu provides information on LAN configuration and related configuration options. BIOS Setup - 56 - - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 57
) is an interface specification that allows the storage driver to enable advanced Serial ATA features such as Native Command Queuing and hot plug. (Default) - 57 - BIOS Setup - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 58
. && SATA Port 0/1/2/3/4/5 Enables or disables each SATA port. (Default: Enabled) && Hot plug Enables or disable the hot plug capability for each SATA port. (Default: Disabled) BIOS Setup - 58 - - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 59
in OS. Smart Auto This mode is available only when the BIOS supports the xHCI controller in the pre-boot environment. This mode is similar EHCI controller before booting to OS, and also provides you with options to manually rout each USB 3.0/2.0 port to xHCI or EHCI. && Audio Controller Enables - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 60
system to be turned on by a PS/2 keyboard wake-up event. Note: To use this function, you need an ATX power supply providing at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. Disabled Disables this function. (Default) Any Key power on by mouse, power on by keyboard, and wake on LAN. BIOS Setup - 60 - - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 61
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) && USB DAC Power Enables or disables the power for the USB DAC connector on the back panel. For a USB - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 62
and select Yes to confirm. Your system will restart automatically and boot from that device. && Save Profiles This function allows you to save the current BIOS settings to a profile. You can create up to 8 profiles and save as Setup Profile 1~ Setup Profile 8. Press to complete. Or you can - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 63
(s) in your computer. B. Configure SATA controller mode in BIOS Setup. C. Configure a RAID array in RAID BIOS. (Note 1) D. Install the SATA RAID/AHCI driver the SATA hard drive and the other end to available SATA port on the motherboard. If you want to configure a RAID set, make sure to connect the - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 64
the steps in "C-1." To enter the legacy RAID ROM, save the settings and exit BIOS Setup. Refer to "C-2" for more information. The BIOS Setup menus described in this section may differ from the exact settings for your motherboard. The actual BIOS Setup menu options you will see shall depend on the - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 65
C-1. UEFI RAID Configuration Only Windows 8.1/8 64-bit supports UEFI RAID configuration. Step 1: In BIOS Setup, go to BIOS Features and set Windows 8 Features to Windows 8 and CSM Support to Disabled (Figure 2). Save the changes and exit BIOS Setup. Figure 2 Step 2: After the system reboot, enter - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 66
with 1~16 letters (letters cannot be special characters) under the Name item and press . Then, select a RAID level (Figure 4). RAID levels supported include RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10, and RAID 5 (the selections available depend on the number of the hard drives being installed). Next, use the - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 67
Step 5: After setting the capacity, move to Create Volume and press to begin. (Figure 6) Figure 6 After completing, you'll be brought back to the Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology screen. Under RAID Volumes you can see the new RAID volume. To see more detailed information, press on - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 68
Delete RAID Volume To delete a RAID array, press on the volume to be deleted on the Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology screen. After entering the RAID VOLUME INFO screen, press on Delete to enter the Delete screen. Press on Yes (Figure 8). Figure 8 Configuring a RAID Set - - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 69
setup utility to configure a RAID array. Skip this step and proceed with the installation of Windows operating system for a non-RAID configuration. Step 1: In BIOS Setup, go to BIOS Features and set CSM Support to Enabled and Storage Boot Option Control to Legacy Only. Save the changes and exit - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 70
with 1~16 letters (letters cannot be special characters) under the Name item and press . Then, select a RAID level (Figure 11). RAID levels supported include RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10, and RAID 5 (the selections available depend on the number of the hard drives being installed). Press - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 71
Normal Bootable Yes Type/Status(Vol ID) Member Disk(0) Member Disk(0) [hi]-Select [ESC]-Exit Figure 14 [ENTER]-Select Menu To exit the RAID BIOS utility, press or select 6. Exit in MAIN MENU. Now, you can proceed to install the SATA RAID/AHCI driver and operating system. - 71 - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 72
Recovery Volume Options Intel® Rapid Recover Technology provides data protection by allowing users to easily restore data and system operation using a designated recovery drive. With the Rapid Recovery Technology, which employs RAID 1 functionality, users can copy the data from the master drive to - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 73
On Request allows users to update data from the master drive to the recovery drive manually using the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology utility in the operating system. On Request also allows creating the Recovery Volume and follow the onscreen instructions to complete. - 73 - Configuring a RAID Set - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 74
are unable to run the Intel® IRST utility due to an application error or operating system issue, you will need to remove acceleration or manually enable synchronization (Maximized mode only) using this option in the RAID ROM utility. Steps: Select Acceleration Options in MAIN MENU and press - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 75
SATA RAID/AHCI Driver and Operating System With the correct BIOS settings, you are ready to install Windows 8.1/8/7. A. Installing is installed, we recommend that you install all required drivers from the motherboard driver disk using "Xpress Install" to ensure system performance and compatibility - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 76
automatic rebuild will be performed after you enter the operating system. If you do not enable automatic rebuild on this stage, you have to manually rebuild the array in the operating system (see the next page for more details). Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology - Option ROM - 13.1.0.2126 Copyright - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 77
•• Performing the Rebuild in the Operating System While in the operating system, make sure the chipset driver has been installed from the motherboard driver disk. Then launch the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology utility from the desktop. Step 1: Go to the Manage menu and click Rebuild to another - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 78
VOLUMES OPTIONS menu, select Enable Only Recovery Disk to show the recovery drive in the operating system. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete and exit the RAID Configuration Utility. Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology - Option ROM - 13.1.0.2126 Copyright (C) Intel Corporation. All Rights - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 79
Installation • Before installing the drivers, first install the operating system. (The following instructions use Windows 8.1 as the example operating system.) • After installing the operating system, insert the motherboard driver disk into your optical drive. Click on the message "Tap to choose - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 80
4-2 Application Software This page displays the apps that GIGABYTE develops and some free software. You can select the apps you want and the drivers on the driver disk. The Contact page provides contact information of the GIGABYTE Taiwan headquarter. You can click the URL on this page to link to the - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 81
Update Utilities GIGABYTE motherboards provide two unique BIOS update tools, Q-Flash™ and @BIOS™. GIGABYTE Q-Flash and @BIOS are easy-to-use and allow you to update the BIOS without the need to enter MS-DOS mode. Additionally, this motherboard features the DualBIOS™ design and supports Q-Flash Plus - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 82
Name : X99M-Gaming 5 BIOS Version : F1d BIOS Date : 10/20/2014 Flash TypeU/Spidzaete: MBIXOISCF2r5oLm/UDSrievreies 16MB UPpdleaatseeBsIeOleSctFdrrovmiceDrive SUavSeBBFIOlaSshtoDDrivrieve ExitCQlo-sFeLASH 3. Select the BIOS update file. Make sure the BIOS update file matches your motherboard model - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 83
Optimized Defaults on the Save & Exit screen and press to load BIOS defaults. System will re-detect all peripheral devices after a BIOS update, so we recommend that you reload BIOS defaults. Select Yes to load BIOS defaults Step 5: Select Save & Exit Setup and press . And then select - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 84
model. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete. If the BIOS update file for your motherboard is not present on the @BIOS server site, please manually download the BIOS update file from GIGABYTE's website and follow the instructions in "Update the BIOS without Using the Internet Update - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 85
and BIOS. Running the APP Center Insert the motherboard driver disk. On the Autorun screen, go to Application Software\Install GIGABYTE Utilities to install GIGABYTE App applications in APP Center may differ by motherboard model. Supported functions of each application may also differ depending on - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 86
5-2-1 EasyTune GIGABYTE's EasyTune is a simple and easy-to-use interface that allows users functions in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model. Grayed-out area(s) indicates that the item is not configurable or the function is not supported. Incorrectly doing overclock/overvoltage may result - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 87
5-2-2 System Information Viewer GIGABYTE System Information Viewer allows you to monitor and Tabs Information Tab Description The System Information tab provides information on the installed CPU and motherboard and the BIOS version. The Smart Fan Auto tab allows you to specify a Smart Fan mode - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 88
5-2-3 EZ Setup The GIGABYTE EZ Setup utility includes the following 'EZ' setups applications switch the operating mode for your hard drive even after it's been installed with an operating system. Supported operating modes include IDE, AHCI, and RAID. You can select a disk mode and restart your - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 89
EZ Smart Response A. System Requirements 1. An Intel® Chipset-based motherboard supporting this feature 2. Intel® Core series processor 3. Intel® SATA installed to the SATA disk. (Note 4) Regardless of the BIOS settings, be it IDE or AHCI mode, the system will be forced to RAID mode. - - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 90
XHD With GIGABYTE XHD (Note 1), users can quickly configure a RAID-ready system for RAID 0 or RAID 1 need for complex and time-consuming configurations. A. System Requirements 1. An Intel® Chipset motherboard supporting RAID 2. Intel® SATA controllers set to RAID mode 3. Intel® Rapid Storage - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 91
Save to save and click Exit. The settings will take effect on next boot. If you click the Enter BIOS Setup Now button, the system will restart and enter BIOS Setup immediately. (Note 1) This function is supported by Windows 8.1/8 only. (Note 2) For more details about this function, refer to Chapter - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 92
5-2-5 Smart TimeLock GIGABYTE Smart TimeLock allows you to effectively manage computer or Internet usage time with simple will shutdown right away. (Note) You can set the User Password in the system BIOS Setup program to prevent the system time being changed by other users. Unique Features - 92 - - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 93
recover your system from the backup image •• Smart Recovery 2 only supports NTFS file system. •• You need to select the destination partition the backup and enter the user name and password. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete. Recovering a file: Click the File Recovery button on the main - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 94
to proceed with the restore immediately or later. Once you respond "Yes" the system will restart to the Windows recovery environment. Follow the onscreen instructions to restore your system. All of your files and programs will be deleted and replaced with those on the selected backup. If needed, be - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 95
5-2-7 USB Blocker GIGABYTE USB Blocker provides you with an easy-to-use interface that allows you to block certain USB device types on your PC. Devices classes that - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 96
5-2-8 Ambient LED GIGABYTE Ambient LED allows you to enable or change the display mode for the onboard audio LED -- The LED will light and follow the behavior of the onboard audio LED. (Note) This function only works for motherboards with an I/O shield that has audio LED. Unique Features - 96 - - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 97
V-Tuner GIGABYTE V-Tuner (Note 1) allows you to easily fine-tune your graphics card in the Windows environment. You can manually overclock the card status at any time. The V-Tuner Interface Using V-Tuner You can manually select the values of each item or use the sliders for adjustment and then - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 98
5-2-10 Smart Switch GIGABYTE Smart Switch provides you with the conventional Windows start menu, allowing you to easily access to the apps that you frequently use. You can also - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 99
download it from App Store.) (Note 1) •• Your smart phone/tablet device must have Android 4.0/iOS 6.0 or above version. •• The first time you use HomeCloud, GIGABYTE Remote, and Remote OC, you must click Login with Google or Login with Facebook to sign in with your Google or Facebook account. Be - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 100
On the Computer: Option Function Account List Displays currently signed in account(s). Remove Remove the selected account. Share Folder Displays the shared folder directory of the currently signed in account. Open Folder Access the shared folder of the currently signed in account. On the - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 101
device to remotely control the mouse/keyboard/ Windows Media Player on your computer. The GIGABYTE Remote Interface Using GIGABYTE Remote Step 1: Launch GIGABYTE Remote on your computer and enable GIGABYTE Remote Function. To automatically enable this function after system reboot, enable Always run - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 102
function after system reboot, enable Always run on next reboot. Step 2: Run GIGABYTE Cloud Station on your smart phone/tablet device, sign in with the same settings. INFO Displays the system information, including the CPU, motherboard, and memory. HW MONIT Allows you to monitor system - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 103
AutoGreen AutoGreen is an easy-to-use tool that provides users with simple options to enable system power savings via a Bluetooth-enabled smart phone/tablet device. When the device is out of the range of the computer's Bluetooth receiver, the system will enter the specified power saving mode. Before - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 104
HotSpot HotSpot turns your computer into a virtual wireless access point and allows you to share your connection with your other wireless devices. Make sure your computer has been connected to a network and Wi-Fi is enabled. The HotSpot Interface Using HotSpot: Configuring your computer: The - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 105
5-2-12 Game Controller GIGABYTE Game Controller allows you to define your own hotkeys and change the mouse sensitivity, helping you make the most out of your keyboard and mouse in games. The Game Controller Interface Using Game Controller: •• Hot Key: Create macro commands and define your own - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 106
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motherboard provides five audio jacks on the back panel which support connect your microphone to the Mic in jack and manually configure the jack for microphone functionality. •• To configure panel audio (only supported when using an HD front panel audio module), refer to instructions on the next - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 108
Step 2: Connect an audio device to an audio jack. The The current connected device is dialog box appears. Select the device according to the type of device you connect. Then click OK. Step 3: On the Speakers screen, click the Speaker Configuration tab. In the Speaker Configuration list, select - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 109
6-1-2 Configuring S/PDIF Out The S/PDIF Out jack can transmit audio signals to an external decoder for decoding to get the best audio quality. 1. Connecting a S/PDIF Out Cable: Connect a S/PDIF optical cable to an external decoder for transmitting the S/PDIF digital audio signals. Connects to a S/ - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 110
6-1-3 Configuring Microphone Recording Step 1: Switch to Windows desktop mode. The HD Audio Manager icon will appear in the notification area. Double-click the icon to access the HD Audio Manager. Step 2: Connect your microphone to the Mic in jack (pink) on the back panel or the Mic in jack (pink) - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 111
Step 5: To open the Sounder Recorder, move the mouse cursor to the bottom left corner of the screen, click the Start icon to switch to the Start screen (or press the Windows button on the keyboard). Click the icon on the bottom left corner of the screen to access the Apps screen. Step 6: On this - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 112
. Be sure to save the recorded audio file upon completion. B. Playing the Recorded Sound You can play your recording in a digital media player program that supports your audio file format. Appendix - 112 - - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 113
Troubleshooting 6-2-1 Frequently Asked Questions To read more FAQs for your motherboard, please go to the Support\FAQs page on GIGABYTE's website. Q: Why is the light of my keyboard/optical mouse still on after the computer shuts down? A: Some motherboards the instructions on the motherboard battery - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 114
troubles during system startup, follow the troubleshooting procedure below to solve the problem. START Turn off the power. Remove all peripherals, connecting cables, and power cord etc. Make sure the motherboard The problem is verified and solved. Insert the graphics card. Connect the ATX main - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 115
the device works successfully). The problem is verified and solved. END If the procedure above is unable to solve your problem, contact the place of purchase or local dealer for help. Or go to the Support\Technical Support page to submit your question. Our customer service staff will reply you as - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 116
initialization. IOH PEI initialization. PCH PEI initialization. Reserved. DXE Core is started. NVRAM initialization. Installation of the PCH runtime services. CPU DXE initialization is started. PCI host bridge initialization is started. IOH DXE initialization. IOH SMM initialization. Reserved. PCH - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 117
. Activated all currently connected SCSI devices. Verify password if needed. BIOS Setup is started. Reserved. Wait user command in BIOS Setup. Reserved. Issue Ready To Boot event for OS Boot. Boot to Legacy OS. Exit Boot Services. Runtime AP installation begins. Runtime AP installation ends. Legacy - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 118
initialization error occurs. Invalid CPU type or speed. CPU mismatch. CPU self test failed or possible CPU cache error. CPU micro-code is not found or micro-code update is failed. Internal CPU error. Reset PPI is failed. Reserved. CPU initialization error. IOH initialization error. Appendix - 118 - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 119
Code D2 D3 D4 D5 D6 D7 D8 D9~DA DB DC DE~DF E8 E9 EA EB EC~EF F8 FA FB~FF Description PCH initialization error. Some of the Architectural Protocols are not available. PCI resource allocation error. Out of Resources. No Space for Legacy Option ROM initialization. No Console Output Devices are - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 120
GIGABYTE. Our Commitment to Preserving the Environment In addition to high-efficiency performance, all GIGABYTE motherboards office, your household waste disposal service or where you purchased the Customer Care number listed in your product's user's manual and we will be glad to help you with - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 121
. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 122
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.tw •• G.B.T. INC. - U.S.A. TEL: +1-626-854-9338 FAX: +1-626-854-9326 Tech. Support: http://esupport.gigabyte.com Warranty Info: http://rma.gigabyte.us Web address: http://www.gigabyte.us •• G.B.T. INC (USA) - Mexico Tel: +1-626-854-9338 x 215 (Soporte de habla hispano) FAX: +1-626-854-9326 Correo - Gigabyte GA-X99M-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 124
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GA-X99M-Gaming 5
User's Manual
Rev. 1101
12ME-X99MGM5-1101R
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