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GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 User's Manual Rev. 1001 12ME-Z27GMK7-1001R 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. - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 2
Motherboard GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 Nov. 18, 2016 Motherboard GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 Nov. 18, 2016 - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 3
set-up of the product, read the Quick 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 - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 4
Table of Contents Box Contents...6 Optional Items...6 GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 Motherboard Layout 7 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 9 1-1 Installation Precautions 9 1-2 Product Specifications 10 1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler 14 1-3-1 Installing the CPU 14 1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 5
5-2-6 EasyTune...99 5-2-7 Easy RAID...100 5-2-8 Fast Boot...103 5-2-9 Game Boost...104 5-2-10 Platform Power Management 105 5-2-11 RGB Fusion...106 Using the Voice Recorder 121 6-3 Troubleshooting 122 6-3-1 Frequently Asked Questions 122 6-3-2 Troubleshooting Procedure 123 6-3 Debug LED Codes - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 6
Box Contents 55 GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 motherboard 55 Motherboard driver disk 55 User's Manual 55 Quick Installation Guide 55 Four SATA cables 55 I/O Shield 55 One GC-SLI2P SLI bridge connector 55 One G Connector 55 One RGB (RGBW) LED strip extension cable 55 - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 7
3 2 SATA EXPRESS PCIEX1_2 CODEC PCIEX8 BAT M_BIOS B_BIOS Intel® Z270 M2P_32G M.2 TI Burr Brown® NE5532P PCIEX1_3 PCIEX4 80 60 42 GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 iTE® Super I/O CPU DRAM VGA BOOT U2_32G CLR_CMOS GAIN F_AUDIO LED_C SPDIF_O F_USB2 Debug F_PANEL THB_C TPM F_USB1 LED (Note - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 8
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(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 GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 10
/ Intel® Core™ i5 processors/Intel® Core™ i3 processors/ Intel® Pentium® processors/Intel® Celeron® processors in the LGA1151 package (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) ŠŠ L3 cache varies with CPU Chipset ŠŠ Intel® Z270 Express Chipset Memory ŠŠ 4 x DDR4 DIMM sockets - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 11
for the PCIEX4, M.2, and SATA connectors. Chipset+ASMedia® USB 3.1 Gen 2 Controller: - 1 x USB Type-C™ port on the back panel, with USB 3.1 Gen 2 support - 1 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-A port (red) on the back panel Chipset: - 8 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports (4 ports on the back panel, 4 ports available through - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 12
in APP Center may vary by motherboard model. Supported functions of each application may also vary depending on motherboard specifications. - 3D OSD - @BIOS - AutoGreen - BIOS Setup - Color Temperature - Cloud Station - EasyTune - Easy RAID - Fast Boot - Game Boost - ON/OFF Charge - Platform Power - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 13
specifications and product-related information without prior notice. Please visit GIGABYTE's website for support lists of CPU, memory modules, SSDs, M.2, and U.2 devices. - 13 - Please visit the Support\Utility List page on GIGABYTE's website to download the latest version of apps. Hardware - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 14
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 CPU - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 15
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 to the CPU. •• To protect the socket contacts, do not remove the protective - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 16
" when pushing down each push pin. Check that the Male and Female push pins are joined closely. (Refer to your CPU cooler installation manual for instructions on installing the cooler.) Step 5: After the installation, check the back of the motherboard. If the push pin is inserted as the picture - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 17
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 memory speeds and memory modules.) •• Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing the memory to - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 18
1-4-2 Installing a Memory Before installing a memory module, make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage 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 - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 19
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 GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 20
brand and chip and correct driver (Current GPUs that support 3-Way CrossFire technology include the AMD Radeon™ HD 6800 sufficient power is recommended (Refer to the manual of your graphics cards for the power AMD RADEON SETTINGS screen. Browse to Gaming\Global Settings and ensure AMD CrossFire - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 21
1-7 Back Panel Connectors PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse Port Use this port to connect a PS/2 mouse or keyboard. USB 3.1 Gen 1 Port The USB 3.1 Gen 1 port supports the USB 3.1 Gen 1 specification and is compatible to the USB 2.0 specification. You can connect a USB DAC to this port or use this port for USB - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 22
transmission or receiving is occurring USB 2.0/1.1 Port The USB port supports the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Use this port for USB devices optical drive, walkman, etc. Line Out The line out jack. This jack supports audio amplifying function. For better sound quality, it is recommended that you - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 23
used). SF _ S3 S_ 1: 2.5x (Default) 1 2 2: 6x B SS S U GAIN 1 23 1 B_ S B SS 1 _S S 1 23 1 23 1 1 23 ECO Button and OC Button GIGABYTE's unique ECO button provides power-saving features by automatically reducing the overall power consumption according to current system load. The OC - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 24
Status LEDs The status LEDs show the current state of the CPU, memory, graphics card, and BIOS. If a particular LED is on, that means the corresponding device is not working normally. CPU: CPU status LED DRAM: Memory status LED VGA: Graphics card status LED BOOT: BIOS status LED CPU DRAM VGA BOOT - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 25
1-10 Internal Connectors 1 53 2 4 15 4 12 10 9 7 10 9 11 18 14 19 8 17 16 12 6 20 13 1) ATX_12V_2X4 2) ATX 3) CPU_FAN 4) SYS_FAN1/2 5) CPU_OPT 6) SYS_FAN3_PUMP 7) BAT 8) LED_C 9) SATA EXPRESS 10) SATA3 0/1/2/3/4/5 11) U2_32G 12) M2M_32G/M2P_32G 13) F_PANEL 14) F_AUDIO 15) F_USB30_1/ - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 26
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-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 27
3/4) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN1/2 (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 wire is the ground wire). The speed control function requires - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 28
6) SYS_FAN3_PUMP (System Fan/Water Cooling Pump Header) The fan/pump 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 - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 29
/_oBff the lightsSof t_he RGB (RGBW) LED strip, refer to the instructions in Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup." Before installing the devices, be sure SATA EXPRESS (SATA Express Connectors) S3 Each SATA Express connector supports a single SATA Express device. B_S S S S_ S_ SF B_ S - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 30
are compatible 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. S_ B_ S _S SATA3 5 4 10 B_ - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 31
M2M_32G/M2P_32G (M.2 Socket 3 Connectors) The M.2 connectors support M.2 SATA SSDs and M.2 PCIe SSD_s0and Fsupport RAID the configuration in UEFI BIOS mode. Refer to Chapter 3, "Configuring a RAID Set," for instructions on configuring a RAID array. S B_ B 110 80 60 42 _S 80 60 42 - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 32
Installation Notices for the PEIEX4, M.2, and SATA Connectors: Due to the limited number of lanes provided by the Chipset, the availability of the SATA connectors may be affected by the type of devices installed in the M2M_32G and M2P_32G connectors. The M2M_32G connector shares bandwidth with the - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 33
speaker on the chassis front panel. The system reports system startup status 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 to the hard drive activity LED on the chassis front panel. The LED - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 34
14) F_AUDIO (Front Panel Audio Header) The front panel audio header supports Intel High Definition audio (HD) and AC'97 audio. You may connect your chassis front panel audio module to this header. Make sure the wire - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 35
16) F_USB1/F_USB2 (USB 2.0/1.1 Headers) The headers conform to USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Each USB header can provide two USB ports via an optional USB bracket. For purchasing the optional USB bracket, please contact the local dealer. 9 1 10 2 F_USB30 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Definition - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 36
This connector is for a GIGABYTE Thunderbolt™ add-in card. 1 Supports a Thunderbolt™ add-in card. 19) SPDIF_O (S/PDIF Out Header) This header supports digital S/PDIF Out and PDIF digital audio cable, carefully read the manual for your expansion card. Pin No. Definition 1 SPDIFO 1 2 GND Hardware - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 37
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). - 37 - Hardware Installation - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 38
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on. To upgrade the BIOS, use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash or @BIOS utility. •• Q-Flash allows the from the Internet and updates the BIOS. For instructions on using the Q-Flash and @BIOS utilities, is potentially risky, if you do not encounter problems using the current version of BIOS, it is - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 40
2-1 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. : SYSTEM INFORMATION Press the key to display your - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 41
2-2 The Main Menu Classic Setup The Classic Setup mode provides detailed BIOS settings. You can press the arrow keys on your keyboard to move among the items and press to accept or enter a sub-menu. Or you can use your mouse to select the item you want. (Sample BIOS Version: F1a) Setup - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 42
B. Easy Mode Easy Mode allows users to quickly view their current system information or to make adjustments for optimum performance. In Easy Mode, you can use your mouse to move through configuration items or press to switch to the Classic Setup screen. BIOS Setup - 42 - - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 43
. If this occurs, clear the CMOS values and reset the board to default values.) `` Advanced Frequency Settings && CPU Base Clock Allows you to manually set the CPU base clock in 0.01 MHz increments. (Default: Auto) Important: It is highly recommended that the CPU frequency be set in accordance - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 44
the CPU Uncore ratio. The adjustable range is dependent on the CPU being used. (Note) This item is present only when you install a CPU that supports this feature. For more information about Intel® CPUs' unique features, please visit Intel's website. BIOS Setup - 44 - - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 45
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) Allows you to determine whether to let the CPU enter C3 mode in system halt state. When enabled, the CPU core frequency and - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 46
Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) && C8 State Support (Note 1) Allows you to determine whether to let the CPU enter C8 mode to determine whether to enable hardware prefetcher to prefetch data and instructions from the memory into the cache. (Default: Enabled) - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 47
sets memory multiplier according to memory SPD data. (Default: Auto) && Memory Ref Clock Allows you to manually adjust the memory reference clock. (Default: Auto) && Memory Odd Ratio (100/133 or 200/266 only when you install a CPU and a memory module that support this feature. - 47 - BIOS Setup - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 48
memory timing settings for each channel of memory. The respective timing 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 you make changes on the memory timings. If this occurs, please reset - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 49
`` Advanced Voltage Settings `` Advanced Power Settings && CPU Vcore Loadline Calibration Allows you to configure Load-Line Calibration for the CPU Vcore voltage. Selecting a higher level keeps the CPU Vcore voltage more consistent with what is set in BIOS under heavy load. Auto lets the BIOS - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 50
`` CPU Core Voltage Control This section provides CPU voltage control options. `` Chipset Voltage Control This section provides Chipset voltage control options. `` DRAM Voltage Control This section provides memory voltage control options. `` PC Health Status && Reset Case Open Status Disabled - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 51
`` Miscellaneous Settings && Max Link Speed Allows you to set the operation mode of the PCI Express 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 - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 52
You can adjust the fan speed with System Information Viewer based on your system requirements. (Default) Silent Allows the fan to run at slow speeds. Manual Allows you to control the fan speed in the curve graph. Full Speed Allows the fan to run at full speeds. && Fan Control Use - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 53
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. && Access Level Displays the current access level depending on the type of password protection used. (If no password is - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 54
Logo at system startup. Disabled skips the GIGABYTE Logo when the system starts up. (Default: Enabled) && 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 - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 55
are disabled before the OS boot process completes. This item is configurable only when Fast Boot is set to Enabled or Ultra Fast. && 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 - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 56
Allows you to select whether to enable the legacy option ROM for the LAN controller. (Default: Disabled) This item is configurable only when CSM Support is set to Enabled. && Storage Boot Option Control Allows you to select whether to enable the UEFI or legacy option ROM for the storage device - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 57
LAN, set this item to Disabled. && EZ RAID Allows you to quickly set up a RAID array. Refer to Chapter 3, "Configuring a RAID Set," for instructions on configuring a RAID array. && LED_C Connect Enables or disables the lights of the RGB (RGBW) LED strip connected to the LED_C header on the - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 58
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. && Ipv4 HTTP - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 59
when Network Stack is enabled. (Default: 1) `` NVMe Configuration Displays information on your M.2 NVME PCIe SSD if installed. `` 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 - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 60
&& 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) && Configured as eSATA Enables or disables support for external SATA devices. BIOS Setup - 60 - - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 61
system. (Default: Enabled) && IOAPIC 24-119 Entries Enables or disables this function. (Default: Enabled) (Note) This item is present only when you install a CPU that supports this feature. For more information about Intel® CPUs' unique features, please visit Intel's website. - 61 - BIOS Setup - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 62
2-8 Power && Platform Power Management Enables or disables the Active State Power Management function (ASPM). (Default: Disabled) && PEG ASPM Allows you to configure the ASPM mode for the device connected to the CPU PEG bus. This item is configurable only when Platform Power Management is set to - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 63
&& Power On Password Set the password when Power On By Keyboard is set to Password. Press on this item and set a password with up to 5 characters and then press to accept. To turn on the system, enter the password and press . Note: To cancel the password, press on - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 64
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 - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 65
Chapter 3 Configuring a RAID Set RAID Levels RAID 0 Minimum Number of Hard ≥2 Drives Array Capacity Number of hard drives * Size of the smallest drive Fault Tolerance No RAID 1 RAID 5 2 ≥3 Size of the smallest drive Yes (Number of hard drives -1) * Size of the smallest drive Yes - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 66
B. Configuring SATA controller mode in BIOS Setup Make sure to configure the SATA controller mode correctly in system BIOS Setup. Step 1: Turn on your computer and press to enter BIOS Setup during the POST (Power-On Self-Test). Go to Peripherals\SATA And RST Configuration, make sure SATA - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 67
C-1. Using EZ RAID GIGABYTE motherboards provide you with the EZ RAID feature, allowing you . (Figure 2) Step 2: Figure 2 Go to the Mode tab to select a RAID level. RAID levels supported include RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10, and RAID 5 (the selections available depend on the number of the hard - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 68
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 the volume to check for information on RAID level, stripe block size, array name, and array capacity, etc. - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 69
UEFI RAID configuration. Step 1: In BIOS Setup, go to BIOS Features and set Windows 8/10 Features to Windows 8/10 and CSM Support to Disabled (Figure 6). Save the changes and exit BIOS Setup. Figure 6 Step 2: After the system reboot, enter BIOS Setup again. Then enter the Peripherals\Intel(R) - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 70
with 1~16 letters (letters cannot be special characters) under the Name item and press . Then, select a RAID level (Figure 8). 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-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 71
Step 5: After setting the capacity, move to Create Volume and press to begin. (Figure 10) Figure 10 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 - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 72
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 12). Figure 12 Configuring a RAID Set - - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 73
C-3. Configuring Legacy RAID ROM Enter the Intel® legacy RAID BIOS 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: After the POST memory test begins and before the operating system boot - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 74
with 1~16 letters (letters cannot be special characters) under the Name item and press . Then, select a RAID level (Figure 15). 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-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 75
Step 5: Enter the array capacity and press . Finally press on the Create Volume item to begin creating the RAID array. When prompted to confirm whether to create this volume, press to confirm or to cancel (Figure 17). Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology - Option ROM - 15.2.0. - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 76
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-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 77
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. - 77 - Configuring a RAID Set - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 78
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-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 79
3-2 Installing the SATA RAID/AHCI Driver and Operating System With the correct BIOS settings, you are ready to install the operating system. A. Installing Windows As some operating systems already include Intel® SATA RAID/AHCI driver, you do not need to install separate RAID/AHCI driver during the - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 80
B. Rebuilding an Array Rebuilding is the process of restoring data to a hard drive from other drives in the array. Rebuilding applies only to fault-tolerant arrays such as RAID 1, RAID 5 or RAID 10 arrays. The procedures below assume a new drive is added to replace a failed drive to rebuild a RAID 1 - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 81
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 - 15.2.0.2649 Copyright (C) Intel Corporation. All Rights - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 82
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Chapter 4 Drivers Installation •• Before installing the drivers, first install the operating system. (The following instructions use Windows 10 as the example operating system.) •• After installing the operating system, insert the motherboard driver disk into your optical drive. Click on the - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 84
4-2 Application Software This page displays the apps that GIGABYTE develops and some free software. You can select the apps you want and 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-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 85
GIGABYTE Q-Flash and @BIOS are easy-to-use and allow you to update the BIOS without the need to enter MS-DOS mode. What is DualBIOS™? Motherboards that support . For the sake of system safety, users cannot update the backup BIOS manually. What is Q-Flash™? With Q-Flash you can update the system BIOS - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 86
the computer. In the main screen of Q-Flash, select Update BIOS. •• The Save BIOS option allows you to save the current BIOS file. •• Q-Flash only supports USB flash drive or hard drives using FAT32/16/12 file system. •• If the BIOS update file is saved to a hard drive in RAID/AHCI - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 87
Step 2: The screen will show that the BIOS file is being read from your USB flash drive. Please select Fast or Intact to begin the BIOS update. The screen will then display the update process. •• Do not turn off or restart the system when the system is reading/updating the BIOS. •• Do not remove the - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 88
the @BIOS server site, please manually download the BIOS update file from GIGABYTE's website and follow the instructions in "Update the BIOS without up screen. Click Backup current image to save the current boot-up logo. Supported image formats include jpg, bmp, and gif. C. After Updating the BIOS - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 89
. On the Autorun screen, go to Application Software\Install GIGABYTE Utilities to install GIGABYTE App Center and the selected apps. Restart your computer after in APP Center may differ by motherboard model. Supported functions of each application may also vary depending on motherboard specifications. - - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 90
5-2-1 3D OSD 3D OSD (Note) automatically detects and displays your system information during games, allowing you to easily get hold of your system information without switching between screens. The 3D OSD Interface Using 3D OSD Main Menu: Allows you - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 91
5-2-2 AutoGreen AutoGreen (Note) 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 - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 92
disable Numlock feature on the numeric keypad of the keyboard after the POST. •• Full Screen LOGO Show: Allows you to determine whether to display the GIGABYTE Logo at system startup. •• AC BACK: Determines the state of the system after the return of power from an AC power loss. Button Memory - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 93
5-2-4 Color Temperature GIGABYTE Color Temperature is a simple interface which allows you to directly adjust the monitor color temperature and reduce the blue light to protect your eyes. The - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 94
Cloud Station on the remote computer. •• 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 sign in with your Google/ Facebook/Windows Live account. Be sure to use the same account to sign in - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 95
Cloud Station: Using HomeCloud Step 1: Launch HomeCloud on the host computer (installed with Cloud Station (Server)), sign in with your Google/ Facebook/Windows Live account or select the account on the Account List. Then enable HomeCloud Function. To automatically enable this function after system - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 96
to remotely control the mouse/keyboard/ Windows Media Player on your computer. The GIGABYTE Remote Interface Using GIGABYTE Remote Step 1: On the host computer, launch GIGABYTE Remote and enable GIGABYTE Remote Function. To automatically enable this function after system reboot, enable Always run - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 97
launch Remote OC and enable Remote OC Function. To automatically enable this 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 account you use for HomeCloud on your computer. Tap on Remote OC - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 98
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 host computer: The - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 99
5-2-6 EasyTune GIGABYTE's EasyTune is a simple and easy-to-use interface that allows and CPU. Grayed-out area(s) indicates that the item is not configurable or the function is not supported. Incorrectly doing overclock/overvoltage may result in damage to the hardware components such as CPU, chipset, - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 100
5-2-7 Easy RAID The GIGABYTE Easy RAID utility includes the following 'EZ' setups applications that will offer greatly simplified install and configuration procedures: Disk Mode Switch, EZ Smart Response, and - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 101
EZ Smart Response A. System Requirements 1. An Intel® Chipset-based motherboard supporting this feature 2. Intel® Core series processor 3. Intel® SATA controllers set to RAID mode 4. Intel® Rapid Storage Technology utility installed (Note 1) 5. A conventional SATA disk and an - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 102
XHD With GIGABYTE XHD (Note 1), users can quickly configure a RAID-ready system for RAID 0 when XHD and click Create RAID 0 based on your need (Note 2). (Note 1) The XHD utility only supports the SATA connectors controlled by the Intel® Chipset. (Note 2) Except for the operating system drive, all - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 103
5-2-8 Fast Boot Through the simple GIGABYTE Fast Boot (Note 1) interface, you can enable Now button, the system will restart and enter BIOS Setup immediately. (Note 1) This function is supported by Windows 10/8.1 only. (Note 2) For more details about this function, refer to Chapter 2, " - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 104
performance by freeing up system resources and memory usage. The Game Boost Interface Using Game Boost Select the application you want to suspend and then click Go to optimize your system for gaming. To revert the computer back to the state it was before, click Revert. In addition, two hotkeys - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 105
5-2-10 Platform Power Management This application allows you to change the Platform Power Management settings in Windows and sync the settings to the BIOS. The Platform Power Management Interface Using Platform Power Management: •• Platform Power Management: Enables or disables the Active State - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 106
5-2-11 RGB Fusion This application allows you to enable or specify the lighting mode of the onboard LEDs and rear panel LEDs (Note 1) while in the Windows environment. The RGB Fusion Interface Using RGB Fusion •• The icon on the top right corner: Allows you to enable or disable the LED lighting. •• - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 107
5-2-12 Smart TimeLock GIGABYTE Smart TimeLock allows you to effectively manage computer or Internet usage time with simple rules and options. The Smart TimeLock Interface Using Smart TimeLock Click - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 108
5-2-13 Smart Keyboard GIGABYTE Smart Keyboard allows you to set your own hotkeys using the F1 through F12 keys. You can use the a previously save profile. (Note) It is recommended that Smart Keyboard be closed if it violates the end user license agreement of your game. Unique Features - 108 - - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 109
to recover your system from the backup image •• Smart Backup only supports NTFS file system. •• You need to select the destination partition in 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 - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 110
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-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 111
5-2-15 System Information Viewer GIGABYTE System Information Viewer allows you to monitor and adjust the fan speed in the operating system. You can also display the hardware monitor information on - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 112
5-2-16 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-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 113
5-2-17 USB DAC-UP 2 GIGABYTE USB DAC-UP 2 allows you to increase the output voltage of the USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports on the front or back panel to strengthen the stability - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 114
18 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-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 115
Chapter 6 Appendix 6-1 Killer Control Center The Killer Control Center allows you to view your network connection status and Internet bandwidth and to configure your network settings. After installing the LAN driver, click the Start menu icon and search for Killer Networking>Killer Control Center. - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 116
both of the front and back panel audio connections simultaneously. If you want to mute the back panel audio (only supported when using an HD front panel audio module), refer to instructions on the next page. High Definition Audio (HD Audio) HD Audio includes multiple high quality digital-to-analog - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 117
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-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 118
6-2-2 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-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 119
6-2-3 Configuring Microphone Recording Step 1: After installing the audio driver, restart your computer. On the Windows desktop, click the Realtek HD Audio Manager icon in the notification area to access the HD Audio Manager. Step 2: Connect your microphone to the Mic in jack (pink) on the back - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 120
* Enabling Stereo Mix If the HD Audio Manager does not display the recording device you wish to use, refer to the steps below. The following steps explain how to enable Stereo Mix (which may be needed when you want to record sound from your computer). Step 1: Locate the icon in the notification area - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 121
will saved in Documents>Sound Recordings. Voice Recorder records audio in MPEG-4 (.m4a) format. You can play the recording with a digital media player program that supports the audio file format. - 121 - Appendix - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 122
6-3 Troubleshooting 6-3-1 Frequently Asked Questions To read more FAQs for your motherboard, please go to the Support\FAQ page on GIGABYTE's website. Q: If your board doesn't have this jumper/button, refer to the instructions on the motherboard battery in Chapter 1. You can temporarily remove the - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 123
If you encounter any troubles during system startup, follow the troubleshooting procedure below to solve the problem. START Turn off memory slot. No Correctly insert the memory into the memory socket. Yes The problem is verified and solved. Insert the graphics card. Connect the ATX main power - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 124
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-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 125
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-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 126
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 Option ROM initialization. System reset if needed. Appendix - 126 - - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 127
Code B4 B5 B6 B7 B8~BF C0~CF Description USB device hot plug-in. PCI device hot plug. Clean-up of NVRAM. Reconfigure NVRAM settings. Reserved. Reserved. S3 Resume Code E0 E1 E2 E3 Recovery Code F0 F1 F2 F3 F4 F5~F7 Error Code 50~55 56 57 58 59 5A 5B 5C~5F D0 D1 Description S3 Resume is started ( - Gigabyte GA-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 128
Code D2 D3 D4 D5 D6 D7 D8 D9~DA DB DC DE~DF E8 E9 EA EB EC~EF F8 F9 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-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 129
product. Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) Directive Statement GIGABYTE products have not intended to add and safe from 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-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 130
. 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-Z270X-Gaming K7 | Users Manual - Page 131
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GA-Z270X-Gaming
K7
User's Manual
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