Gigabyte Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE User Manual
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Z490 AORUS MASTER WF (Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE) User's Manual Rev. 1001 12ME-Z49MSTW-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 - Gigabyte Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 2
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: https://www.gigabyte.com Identifying Your Motherboard Revision The revision number on your motherboard looks like this: "REV - Gigabyte Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 3
Table of Contents Box Contents...5 Optional Items...5 Z490 AORUS MASTER WF (Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE) Motherboard Layout...6 Z490 AORUS MASTER WF (Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE) Motherboard Block Diagram 7 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 9 1-1 Installation Precautions 9 1-2 Product - Gigabyte Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 4
Audio 105 6-1-2 Configuring S/PDIF Out 107 6-1-3 Stereo Mix...108 6-1-4 Using the Voice Recorder 109 6-1-5 DTS:X® Ultra...110 6-2 Troubleshooting 112 6-2-1 Frequently Asked Questions 112 6-2-2 Troubleshooting Procedure 113 6-3 Debug LED Codes 115 Regulatory Notices 119 Contact Us...123 - 4 - - Gigabyte Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 5
Box Contents 55 Z490 AORUS MASTER WF (Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE) motherboard 55 One water cooling kit 55 Motherboard driver disc 55 User's Manual 55 Quick Installation Guide 55 Four SATA cables 55 One antenna 55 Two RGB LED strip extension cables 55 One noise detection cable 55 Two thermistor - Gigabyte Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 6
Z490 AORUS MASTER WF (Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE) Motherboard Layout DB_PORT (Note) SYS_FAN1 REAR_BUTTON ATX_12V_2X4_1 ATX_12V_2X4_2 CPU_FAN CPU_OPT LED_C2 D_LED2 CNVI_WIFI USB20 USB 2.0 Hub LGA1200 PW_SW ATX HDMI U32 SYS_FAN6_PUMP EC_TEMP1 U32G2 U32G2C BBIOS_LED - Gigabyte Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 7
Z490 AORUS MASTER WF (Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE) Motherboard Block Diagram PCI Express 3.0 Bus CPU CLK x1 PCI Express 3.0 Bus SPI Dual BIOS Bus TPM LPC iTE® Bus Super I/O Intel® Z490 2 USB Type-C™, with USB 3.2 Gen 2 support 3 USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type A 4 USB 3.2 Gen 1 USB 2.0 Hub 8 USB - Gigabyte Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 8
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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 Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 10
® Core™ i3 processors/Intel® Pentium® processors/ Intel® Celeron® processors in the LGA1200 package (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) ŠŠ L3 cache varies with CPU Chipset ŠŠ Intel® Z490 Express Chipset Memory Onboard Graphics Audio ŠŠ Intel® Core™ i9/i7 processors - Gigabyte Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 11
Connectors," for the installation notices for the M.2 and SATA connectors. Intel® Optane™ Memory Ready Chipset: - 2 x USB Type-C™ ports, with USB 3.2 Gen 2 support (1 port on the back panel, 1 port available through the internal USB header) - 3 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports (red) on the back panel - Gigabyte Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 12
for APP Center * Available applications in APP Center may vary by motherboard model. Supported functions of each application may also vary depending on motherboard specifications. - @BIOS - EasyTune - Fast Boot - Game Boost - RGB Fusion - Smart Backup - System Information Viewer - USB TurboCharger - Gigabyte Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 13
Bundled Software Operating System Form Factor ŠŠ Norton® Internet Security (OEM version) ŠŠ cFosSpeed ŠŠ XSplit Gamecaster + Broadcaster (12 months license) ŠŠ Support for Windows 10 64-bit ŠŠ ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 24.4cm * GIGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to the product - Gigabyte Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 14
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 Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User 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 - Gigabyte Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 16
1-3-2 Installing the Water Cooling Kit Refer to the following illustrations to install the Water Cooling Kit in the motherboard and chassis. The components of the Water Cooling Kit are as follows: AORUS LIQUID COOLER VRM Backplate Fan Washers Fan Screws Radiator Washers Radiator Screws Step 1: - Gigabyte Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 17
Step 2: Step 3: Fan Fan LED AORUS 120mm Fan *3 - 17 - Hardware Installation - Gigabyte Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 18
Step 4: Pump Fan CPU_OPT CPU_FAN LED_C2 D_LED2 Fan LED Cap LED Hardware Installation - 18 - - Gigabyte Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 19
before you begin to install the memory: •• Make sure that the motherboard supports the memory. It is recommended that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory modules.) •• Always turn off the computer - Gigabyte Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 20
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 Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 21
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 Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 22
Requirements -- Windows 10 64-bit operating system -- A CrossFire/SLI-supported motherboard with two PCI Express x16 slots and correct driver -- CrossFire/SLI- may differ by graphics cards and driver version. Refer to the manual that came with your graphics cards for more information about enabling - Gigabyte Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 23
Setup to load factory defaults (select Load Optimized Defaults) or manually configure the BIOS settings (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," first. HDMI Port The HDMI port supports HDCP 2.3 and Dolby TrueHD and DTS HD Master Audio formats. It also supports up to 192KHz/16bit 7.1-channel LPCM audio - Gigabyte Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 24
Use this port for USB devices. USB Type-C™ Port The reversible USB port supports the USB 3.2 Gen 2 specification and is compatible to the USB 3.2 Gen first 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 Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 25
__ _ _B _S __ 3 S_ 1 23 S_ U _S 1 B SS 1 23 1 1 23 1 1 1 B SS 1 B_ S 1 1 B_ 1 23 S_ 1 23 1 1 23 1 _ S 1 1 1-8 O1 n2 3board Buttons, Switches and LEDs 1 _ 1 23 _ S3 S_ 1 23 S_ S BIOS Switches and BIOS LED Indicators The BIOS switch (BIOS_SW) allows users to easily - Gigabyte Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 26
to change hardware components or conduct hardware testing. PW_SW PW_SW: Power Button RST_SW: Reset Button RST_SW Voltage Measurement Points Use a multimeter to measure the following motherboard voltages. ++++++++ VAXG VCCIO VCCSA VCORE DDRVTT PCH_CORE DDRVPP VDDR Hardware Installation - 26 - - Gigabyte Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 27
devices. •• After installing the device and before turning on the computer, make sure the device cable has been securely attached to the connector on the motherboard. - 27 - Hardware Installation - Gigabyte Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 28
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 devices are properly installed. The power connector - Gigabyte Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 29
3/4) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN1/2/3/4 (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 Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 30
6) CPU_OPT (Water Cooling CPU Fan Header) The fan 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 ground wire). The speed - Gigabyte Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 31
LED strip. B R G 12V B R G 12V B R G 12V B R G 12V RGB LED Strip For how to turn on/off the lights of the LED strip, refer to the instructions on in Chapter 5, "Unique Features," "APP Center\RGB Fusion." Before installing the devices, be sure to turn off the devices and your computer. Unplug the - Gigabyte Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 32
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 G.QBOFM G.QBOFM 7 7 SATA3 5 3 1 420 Pin - Gigabyte Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 33
Socket 3 Connectors) _ 0 F The M.2 connectors support M.2 SATA SSDs or M.2 PCIe SSDs and support RAID configuration. Please note that an M.2 PCIe SSD UEFI BIOS mode. Refer to Chapter 3, "Configuring a RAID Set," for instructions on c_o0nfigurFing a RAID array. B B B F_USB3 F_USB3 F_USB3 S F_ B_ - Gigabyte Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 34
SSD * SATA3 0 a SATA3 1 a SATA3 2 a SATA3 3 a SATA3 4 a SATA3 5 a No M.2 SSD Installed a a a a a a a: Available, r: Not available * The M2P_SB connector supports only PCIe SSDs. •• M2A_CPU: Type of M.2 SSD Connector M.2 SATA SSD SATA3 0 a M.2 PCIe SSD a No M.2 SSD Installed - Gigabyte Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 35
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): Connects to the hard drive activity LED on the chassis front panel. The LED is - Gigabyte Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 36
) _F _ The front panel audio header supports High Definition audio (HD). You may connect your chassis front panel audio module to this header. Make sure the wire assignments of the module connector match the pin assignments of the motherboard header. Incorrect connection between the module - Gigabyte Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 37
. Enabling this function requires software support. The maximum power output of this connector may vary depending on the power management mechanism for the USB cable and charging device used. For more informa1ti2o3n on USB TurboCharger, refer to the instructions in Chapter 5, "UnSique Features." 17 - Gigabyte Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 38
Thunderbolt™ add-in card. B F_USB3 F_USB30 3 B_ 1 THB_C2 1 THB_C1 _3 U F _0 _F _0 F _3 U B_ USB 0_ B B_ F_USB3 F_USB30 3 USB 0_ B F_USB3 F_USB30 3 B_ Supports a Thunderbolt™ add-in card. Hardware Installation - 38 - B B_ _ S F_ - Gigabyte Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 39
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). 21) BAT (Battery) The battery provides power to keep the - Gigabyte Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 40
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, the battery on the motherboard supplies the necessary power to To upgrade the BIOS, use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash or @BIOS utility. •• Q-Flash Internet and updates the BIOS. For instructions on using the Q-Flash and @ risky, if you do not encounter problems using the current version of BIOS, - Gigabyte Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 42
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. : BOOT MENU Boot Menu allows you to set the first boot - Gigabyte Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 43
2-2 The Main Menu Advanced Mode The Advanced 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. Setup Menus System Time Configuration - Gigabyte Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 44
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 Advanced Mode screen. BIOS Setup - 44 - - Gigabyte Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 45
2-3 Favorites (F11) Set your frequently used options as your favorites and use the key to quickly switch to the page where all of your favorite options are located. To add or remove a favorite option, go to its original page and press on the option. The option is marked with a star - Gigabyte Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 46
, Advanced Profile. (Default: Default) && CPU Base Clock Allows you to manually set the CPU base clock in 0.01 MHz increments. (Default: Auto) Important 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 - Gigabyte Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 47
using an Intel® CPU that supports this function. This feature only works for operating systems that support multi-processor mode. Auto lets the (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 - Gigabyte Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 48
. This item is configurable only when Per Core HT Disable Setting is set to Manual. (Default: Disabled) dd C-States Control && CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) Enables ) This item is present only when you install a CPU that supports this feature. For more information about Intel® CPUs' unique features, please visit - Gigabyte Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 49
C3. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. This item is configurable only when C-States Control is set to Enabled. (Default: Auto) && C8 State Support (Note) Allows you to determine whether to let the CPU enter C8 mode in system halt state. When enabled, the CPU core frequency and - Gigabyte Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 50
memory SPD data. (Default: Auto) && Memory Ref Clock Allows you to manually adjust the memory reference clock. (Default: Auto) && Memory Odd Ratio ( Note 1) This item is present only when you install a CPU that supports this feature. For more information about Intel® CPUs' unique features, please - Gigabyte Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 51
&& Memory Boot Mode Provides memory detection and training methods. Auto Lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default) Normal The BIOS automatically performs memory training. Please note that if the system becomes unstable or unbootable, try to clear the CMOS values and - Gigabyte Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 52
ƒƒ Advanced Voltage Settings This submenu allows you to configure Load-Line Calibration level, over-voltage protection level, and overcurrent protection level. BIOS Setup - 52 - - Gigabyte Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 53
2-5 Settings ƒƒ Platform 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 - Gigabyte Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 54
&& Soft-Off by PWR-BTTN Configures the way to turn off the computer in MS-DOS mode using the power button. Instant-Off Press the power button and then the system will be turned off instantly. (Default) Delay 4 Sec. Press and hold the power button for 4 seconds to turn off the system. If the - Gigabyte Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 55
of system memory that can be allocated to the graphics card. Options are: 128MB, 256MB, 512MB, 1024MB, and 2048MB. (Default: 256MB) && PCIE Bifurcation Support Allows you to determine how the bandwidth of the PCIEX16 slot is divided. Options: Auto, PCIE x8/x8, PCIE x8/x4/x4. (Default: Auto - Gigabyte Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 56
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 Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 57
SATA port. (Default: Disabled) && Configured as eSATA Enables or disables support for external SATA devices. ƒƒ 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. ƒƒ Intel(R) Ethernet Controller This sub - Gigabyte Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 58
&& LEDs in System Power On State Allows you to enable or disable motherboard LED lighting when the system is on. Off Disables the selected lighting , and Soft Off States Allows you to set the lighting mode of the motherboard LEDs in system S3/S4/S5 state. This item is configurable when LEDs - Gigabyte Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 59
the Case Open field will show "No" at next boot. && Case Open Displays the detection status of the chassis intrusion detection device attached to the motherboard CI header. If the system chassis cover is removed, this field will show "Yes", otherwise it will show "No". To clear the chassis intrusion - Gigabyte Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 60
. 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 Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 61
&& Temperature Warning Control Sets the warning threshold for temperature. When temperature exceeds the threshold, BIOS will emit warning sound. Options are: Disabled (default), 60oC/140oF, 70oC/158oF, 80oC/176oF, 90oC/194oF. && Fan/Pump Fail Warning Allows the system to emit warning sound if the - Gigabyte Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 62
2-6 System Info. 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 - Gigabyte Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 63
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 Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 64
ROM 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 Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 65
Password first. ƒƒ Secure Boot Allows you to enable or disable Secure Boot and configure related settings. This item is configurable only when CSM Support is set to Disabled. && Preferred Operating Mode Allows you to select whether to enter Easy mode or Advanced mode after entering BIOS Setup - Gigabyte Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 66
2-8 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 Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 67
. •• A USB thumb drive. 3-1 Configuring SATA Controllers A. Installing hard drives Install the hard drives/SSDs in the Intel® Chipset controlled connectors on the motherboard. Then connect the power connectors from your power supply to the hard drives. (Note 1) Skip this step if you do not want to - Gigabyte Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 68
Settings\IO Ports\SATA And RST Configuration to Disabled and RST Control PCIe Storage Devices to Manual. Then depending the M.2 connector you use, set the corresponding PCIe Storage Dev On the exact settings for your motherboard. The actual BIOS Setup menu options you will see shall depend on the - Gigabyte Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 69
C-1. Using EZ RAID GIGABYTE motherboards provide you with the EZ RAID feature, allowing you to . (Figure 2) Figure 2 Step 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 Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 70
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 Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 71
C-2. UEFI RAID Configuration Step 1: In BIOS Setup, go to Boot and set 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 Settings\IO - Gigabyte Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 72
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 Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 73
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 Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 74
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 Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 75
this step and proceed with the installation of Windows operating system for a non-RAID configuration. Step 1: In BIOS Setup, go to Boot and set CSM Support to Enabled and Storage Boot Option Control to Legacy. Next, go to Settings\IO Ports\SATA And RST Configuration and make sure USE RST Legacy - Gigabyte Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 76
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 Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 77
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 - 17.8.0. - Gigabyte Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 78
system at the same time, that is, if you have already created a recovery volume, you are unable to create a RAID array. •• By default, only the master drive can be viewed in the operating system; the recovery drive is hidden. Step 1: Select Create RAID Volume in MAIN MENU and press (Figure - Gigabyte Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 79
in the system. 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 begin creating the Recovery Volume and follow the onscreen instructions to complete. - 79 - Configuring a RAID Set - Gigabyte Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 80
Delete RAID Volume To delete a RAID array, select Delete RAID Volume in MAIN MENU and press . In the DELETE VOLUME MENU section, use the up or down arrow key to select the array to be deleted and press . When prompted to confirm your selection (Figure 23), press to confirm or - Gigabyte Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 81
during the Windows installation process. After the operating system is installed, we recommend that you install all required drivers from the motherboard driver disc using "Xpress Install" to ensure system performance and compatibility. If the operating system to be installed requires that you - Gigabyte Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 82
computer. •• Performing the Rebuild in the Operating System While in the operating system, make sure the chipset driver has been installed from the motherboard driver disc. Then launch the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology utility from the Start menu. Step 1: Go to the Manage menu and click Rebuild - Gigabyte Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 83
data to the master drive. Step 1: Select 4. Recovery Volume Options in the MAIN MENU of the Intel® RAID Configuration Utility. On the RECOVERY 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 - Gigabyte Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 84
it. The data drive must also be GPT formatted. 6. The motherboard driver disc. B. Installation Guidelines B-1: Installation in AHCI mode If the sure you back up the data before continuing. Follow the on-screen instructions to proceed. When completed, restart the system. Step 3: Launch the Intel - Gigabyte Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 85
restarts, go to the BIOS Setup, make sure CSM Support under the Boot menu is disabled. Step 2: Go and RST Control PCIe Storage Devices is set to Manual. If you want to enable the Optane™ . Click Yes to continue. Follow the on-screen instructions to proceed. When completed, restart the system. Step - Gigabyte Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 86
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Chapter 4 Drivers Installation •• Before installing the drivers, first install the operating system. •• After installing the operating system, insert the motherboard driver disk into your optical drive. Click on the message "Tap to choose what happens with this disc" on the top-right corner of the - Gigabyte Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 88
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 Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 89
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, providing multiple protection for the safety - Gigabyte Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 90
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 update file. Make sure the BIOS update file matches your motherboard model. Unique Features - 90 - - Gigabyte Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 91
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 Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 92
motherboard is not present on the @BIOS server site, please manually download the BIOS update file from GIGABYTE's website and follow the instructions 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 Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 93
that matches your motherboard model. 2. Uncompress the downloaded BIOS file, save it to your USB flash drive, and rename it to GIGABYTE.bin. Note: you choose to update the BIOS manually, first make sure that your system is off (S5 shutdown state). •• If your motherboard has a BIOS switch and a - Gigabyte Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 94
APP Center Insert the motherboard driver disk. On the Autorun screen, go to Application Software\Install GIGABYTE Utilities to install GIGABYTE App Center and the selected applications in APP Center may differ by motherboard model. Supported functions of each application may also vary depending on - Gigabyte Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 95
5-2-1 EasyTune GIGABYTE's EasyTune is a simple and easy-to-use interface that allows users functions in EasyTune may vary by motherboard model 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 - Gigabyte Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 96
5-2-2 Fast Boot Through the simple GIGABYTE Fast Boot interface, you can enable or change the Fast Boot or Next Boot After AC Power Loss setting right in the operating system. The - Gigabyte Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 97
5-2-3 Game Boost This app allows you to flexibly manage your applications to optimize your gaming 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. - Gigabyte Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 98
top right corner: Allows you to return to the main menu. The icon on the top right corner: Allows your computer to connect to the GIGABYTE RGB Fusion app installed on your handheld devices. (Note 2) •• Click the icon of the desired device and select the LED color/ lighting behaviour on the - Gigabyte Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 99
•• Options for controlling the LEDs on the motherboard and digital LED strip. Click the motherboard icon for further settings. (Note) Select your desired area and select the LED Disable the selected region LEDs. (Note) Regions/Modes/Colors available may vary by motherboard. - 99 - Unique Features - Gigabyte Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 100
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 Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 101
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 Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 102
5-2-6 System Information Viewer GIGABYTE System Information Viewer allows you to monitor and Viewer Interface Tabs Information Tab Description The System Information tab provides information on the installed CPU, motherboard, and the BIOS version. The Smart Fan 5 Auto tab allows you to specify a - Gigabyte Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 103
5-2-7 USB TurboCharger GIGABYTE USB TurboCharger supports the quick charging technologies(Note1) of Apple's output power of 15 W a * Provides maximum output power of 18 W r a: Supports quick-charge, r: Not support quick-charge. While the system is in S3/S4, the Quick Charge and Apple Fast-Charge - Gigabyte Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 104
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2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio The motherboard provides five audio jacks on the back panel which support 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel (Note) audio menu click the Realtek Audio Console. For speaker connection, refer to the instructions in Chapter 1, "Hardware Installation," "Back Panel Connectors." Step 2: - Gigabyte Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 106
and then go to the Realtek HD Audio 2nd output page. Enable the Smart Headphone Amp feature. The Headphone Power list below allows you to manually set the level of headphone volume, preventing the volume from being too high or too low. * Configuring the Headphone When you connect your headphone to - Gigabyte Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 107
Step 2: Select Sound Control Panel. Step 3: On the Playback tab, make sure your headphone is set as the default playback device. For the device connected to the Line out jack on the back panel, right-click on Speakers and select Set as Default Device; for the device connected to the Line out jack - Gigabyte Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 108
2. Configuring S/PDIF Out: On the Realtek Digital Output screen, Select the sample rate and bit depth in the Default Format section. 6-1-3 Stereo Mix 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 - Gigabyte Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 109
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. - 109 - Appendix - Gigabyte Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 110
to you, stepping up your game play to new levels. Now with support for Microsoft Spatial sound. Key features include: • Believable 3D audio DTS . A. Using DTS:X Ultra Step 1: After you install the included motherboard drivers, make sure your Internet connection works properly. The system will - Gigabyte Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 111
2: The system will connect to the Microsoft Store. When the DTS Sound Unbound application appears, click Install and follow the on-screen instructions to proceed with the installation. Step 3: After the DTS Sound Unbound application is installed, click Launch. Accept the End User License Agreement - Gigabyte Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 112
Troubleshooting 6-2-1 Frequently Asked Questions To read more FAQs for your motherboard, please go to the Support\FAQ 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 Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 113
Procedure If you encounter any 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 does not short-circuit with the chassis or - Gigabyte Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 114
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 Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 115
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 Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 116
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 - 116 - - Gigabyte Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 117
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 Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 118
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 Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 119
Information Product Name: Motherboard Trade Name: GIGABYTE Model Number: Z490 AORUS MASTER WF (Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE) Responsible Party - and, if not installed and used in accordance with manufacturer's instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there - Gigabyte Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 120
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 contact your local government office, your household waste disposal service or where you purchased the product for details of - Gigabyte Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 121
European Community Directive RED Directive Compliance Statement: This equipment is suitable for home and office use in all the European Community Member States and EFTA Member States. The low band 5.15 -5.35 GHz is for indoor use only for the countries listed in the table below: AT BE BG CH CY CZ DE - Gigabyte Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 122
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, Taiwan TEL: +886-2-8912-4000 FAX: +886-2-8912-4005 Tech. and Non-Tech. Support (Sales/Marketing) : https://esupport.gigabyte.com WEB address (English): https://www.gigabyte.com WEB address (Chinese): https://www.gigabyte.com/tw •• G.B.T. INC. - U.S.A. TEL: +1-626-854-9338 FAX: +1-626-854-9326 Tech - Gigabyte Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE | User Manual - Page 124
.ru/ •• Poland WEB address: http://www.gigabyte.pl/ •• Ukraine WEB address: http://www.gigabyte.ua/ •• Romania WEB address: https://www.gigabyte.com/ro •• Serbia WEB address: http://www.gigabyte.rs/ •• Kazakhstan WEB address: http://www.gigabyte.kz/ •• GIGABYTE eSupport To submit a technical or non
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Z490 AORUS MASTER WF
(Z490 AORUS MASTER WATERFORCE)
User's Manual
Rev. 1001
12ME-Z49MSTW-1001R
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