Gigabyte B660 GAMING X DDR4 User Manual
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- Gigabyte B660 GAMING X DDR4 | User Manual - Page 1
B660 GAMING X B660 GAMING X AX DDR4 B660 GAMING X DDR4 User's Manual Rev. 1001 B660 GAMING X B660 GAMING X AX B660 GAMING X DDR4 DDR4 For more product details, please visit GIGABYTE's website. To reduce the impacts on global warming, the packaging materials of this product are recyclable - Gigabyte B660 GAMING X DDR4 | User Manual - Page 2
published in any form or by any means without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. „„ 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 - Gigabyte B660 GAMING X DDR4 | User Manual - Page 3
Table of Contents Chapter 1 Product Introduction 4 1-1 Motherboard Layout 4 1-2 Box Contents...6 Chapter 2 Hardware Installation 7 2-1 Installation Precautions 7 2-2 Product Specifications 8 2-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler 12 2-4 Installing the Memory 15 2-5 Installing an Expansion Card - Gigabyte B660 GAMING X DDR4 | User Manual - Page 4
Introduction 1-1 Motherboard Layout R_USB20_1 ATX_12V_2X4 CPU_OPT CPU_FAN B660 GAMING X R_USB20_2 USB 2.0 Hub DP_ HDMI20 U32 CODEC PCIEX1_1 SPDIF_O F_AUDIO PCIEX1_2 USB 2.0 Hub M2M_SB M2P_SB Intel® B660 M_BIOS QFLED SYS_FAN3 RST BAT CLR_CMOS RST_SW Temperature sensor COM D_LED1 - Gigabyte B660 GAMING X DDR4 | User Manual - Page 5
R_USB20_1 ATX_12V_2X4 M2_WIFI k R_USB20_2 USB 2.0 Hub DP_ HDMI20 U32 U32G2_LAN AUDIO CPU_OPT CPU_FAN LGA1700 LED_C2 D_LED2 ATX SYS_FAN2 SYS_FAN1 B660 GAMING X (AX) DDR4 60 80 110 F_U32C F_U32 M2A_CPU DDR4_A1 DDR4_A2 DDR4_B1 DDR4_B2 SATA3 57 46 Realtek® 2.5GbE LAN PCIEX16 110 iTE® - Gigabyte B660 GAMING X DDR4 | User Manual - Page 6
1-2 Box Contents 55 B660 GAMING X, B660 GAMING X AX DDR4 or B660 GAMING X DDR4 motherboard 55 User's Manual 55 Two SATA cables 55 M.2 screws 55 One antenna k k Only for B660 GAMING X AX DDR4. * The box contents above are for reference only and the actual items shall depend on the product package - Gigabyte B660 GAMING X DDR4 | User Manual - Page 7
(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 B660 GAMING X DDR4 | User Manual - Page 8
supporting 2.4/5/6 GHz carrier frequency bands Module - BLUETOOTH 5.2 k - Support for 11ax 80MHz wireless standard and up to 1.2 Gbps data rate (Actual data rate may vary depending on environment and equipment.) j Only for B660 GAMING X. k Only for B660 GAMING X AX DDR4. l Only for B660 GAMING - Gigabyte B660 GAMING X DDR4 | User Manual - Page 9
3 x M.2 Socket 3 connectors 4 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors 1 x front panel header 1 x front panel audio header 1 x USB Type-C® header, with USB 3.2 Gen 2 support 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 header 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers 1 x Trusted Platform Module header (For the GC-TPM2.0 SPI/GC-TPM2.0 SPI 2.0 module only - Gigabyte B660 GAMING X DDR4 | User Manual - Page 10
application may also vary depending on motherboard specifications. - @BIOS - EasyTune - Fast Boot - Game Boost - ON/OFF Charge - RGB Fusion - Smart Backup - System Information Viewer Support for Q-Flash Plus Support for Q-Flash Support for Xpress Install k Only for B660 GAMING X AX DDR4. - 10 - - Gigabyte B660 GAMING X DDR4 | User Manual - Page 11
reserves the right to make any changes to the product specifications and product-related information without prior notice. B660 GAMING X B660 GAMING X AX B660 GAMING X DDR4 DDR4 Please visit GIGABYTE's website for support lists of CPU, memory modules, SSDs, and M.2 devices. Please visit the - Gigabyte B660 GAMING X DDR4 | User Manual - Page 12
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 B660 GAMING X DDR4 | User Manual - Page 13
B. Installing the CPU Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU into the motherboard CPU socket. Finger Tab u jGently press the CPU socket lever handle down and away from the socket. kCompletely lift up the CPU socket locking lever. lUse the finger tab on the side of the metal load - Gigabyte B660 GAMING X DDR4 | User Manual - Page 14
to install the CPU cooler after installing the CPU. (Actual installation process may differ depending the CPU cooler to be used. Refer to the user's manual for your CPU cooler.) u Apply an even and thin layer of thermal grease on the surface of the installed CPU. v Place the cooler atop the - Gigabyte B660 GAMING X DDR4 | User Manual - Page 15
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 or DDR5_B2j/DDR4_B2kl socket. j Only for B660 GAMING X. k Only for B660 GAMING X AX DDR4. l Only for B660 GAMING X DDR4. - 15 - - Gigabyte B660 GAMING X DDR4 | User Manual - Page 16
Installing an Expansion Card Read the following guidelines before you begin to install an expansion card: •• Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Carefully read the manual that came with your expansion card. •• Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power - Gigabyte B660 GAMING X DDR4 | User Manual - Page 17
on your operating system.) USB 3.2 Gen 1 Port The USB 3.2 Gen 1 port supports the USB 3.2 Gen 1 specification and is compatible to the USB 2.0 specification. Use is occurring No data transmission or receiving is occurring k Only for B660 GAMING X AX DDR4. •• When removing the cable connected to a - Gigabyte B660 GAMING X DDR4 | User Manual - Page 18
Plus , (Note) make sure to insert the USB flash drive into this port first. USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A Port (Red) The USB 3.2 Gen 2 port supports the USB 3.2 Gen 2 specification and is compatible to the USB 3.1 Gen 1 and USB 2.0 specification. Use this port for USB devices. Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out - Gigabyte B660 GAMING X DDR4 | User Manual - Page 19
2-7 Internal Connectors 1 637 8 2 4 15 10 14 10 10 9 20 13 23 21 12 18 7 8 17 16 22 4 5 11 19 1) ATX_12V_2X4 2) ATX 3) CPU_FAN 4) SYS_FAN1/2/3 5) SYS_FAN4_PUMP 6) CPU_OPT 7) D_LED1/D_LED2 8) LED_C1/LED_C2 9) SATA3 4/5/6/7 10) M2A_CPU/M2P_SB/M2M_SB 11) F_PANEL 12) F_AUDIO 13) SPDIF_O - Gigabyte B660 GAMING X DDR4 | User Manual - Page 20
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 B660 GAMING X DDR4 | User Manual - Page 21
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 wire is the ground wire). The speed control function - Gigabyte B660 GAMING X DDR4 | User Manual - Page 22
B_ SF _ B_ 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 - Gigabyte B660 GAMING X DDR4 | User Manual - Page 23
3Gb/s and SATA 1.5Gb/s standard. Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device. The Intel® Chipset supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, and RAID 10. Please navigate to the "Configuring a RAID Set" page of GIGABYTE's website for instructions on configuring a RAID array. G.QBOFM G.QBOFM 7 7 SATA3 - Gigabyte B660 GAMING X DDR4 | User Manual - Page 24
screw to secure it in the connector. Replace the heatsink and secure it to the original hole. F_USB30 3 * Types of M.2 SSDs supported by each M.2 connector: M.2 PCIe x4 SSD M.2 PCIe x2 SSD M2A_CPU a a M2P_SB a a M2M_SB a a M.2 SATA SSD r r r S B_ B _S S_ _ B _U _ B USB3 F S_ S S _S - Gigabyte B660 GAMING X DDR4 | User Manual - Page 25
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 B660 GAMING X DDR4 | User Manual - Page 26
connect a S/PDIF digital audio cable to output digital audio from your motherboard to the supported audio devices. For information about connectin_ g0 F the digital audio cable, carefully read the manual for your audio devices. 1 23 S S F_ 1 B S S_F B_ Pin No. 1 2 3 4 Definition 5VDUAL No - Gigabyte B660 GAMING X DDR4 | User Manual - Page 27
_ 14) F_U32C (USB Type-C® Header with USB 3.2 Gen 1 Support) The header conforms to USB 3.2 Gen 1 specification and can provide one USB port. B_ USB 0_ B F_USB3 F_USB30 3 10 11 1 20 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Definition - Gigabyte B660 GAMING X DDR4 | User Manual - Page 28
1 23 1 1 23 1 1 UG T 1 23 U _ _ _ 1 23 16) F_USB1/F_USB2 (USB 2.0/1.1 Headers) _S 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. _ B S_ B B - Gigabyte B660 GAMING X DDR4 | User Manual - Page 29
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 (please navigate to the "BIOS Setup" page of GIGABYTE's website for more information). - 29 - - Gigabyte B660 GAMING X DDR4 | User Manual - Page 30
20) RST_SW/RST (Reset Button/Reset Jumper) The reset button (RST_SW) allows users to quickly turn on/off the computer in an open-case environment when they want to change hardware components or conduct hardware testing. The reset jumper (RST) can connect to the reset switch on the chassis front - Gigabyte B660 GAMING X DDR4 | User Manual - Page 31
S_ SF _ _ _B _ 22) QFLASH_PLUS (Q-Flash Plus Button) Q-Flash Plus allows you to updatBe_the BIOS whSen _ySour system is_ off (S5 shutdown state). Save the latest BIOS on a USB thumb drive and plug it into the dedicated port, and then you can now flash the BIOS automatically by simply pressing - Gigabyte B660 GAMING X DDR4 | User Manual - Page 32
latest version of BIOS from the Internet and updates the BIOS. For instructions on using the Q-Flash and @BIOS utilities, please navigate to the ." •• 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 - Gigabyte B660 GAMING X DDR4 | User Manual - Page 33
Startup Screen: The following startup Logo screen will appear when the computer boots. Function Keys Function Keys: : BIOS SETUP\Q-FLASH Press the key to enter BIOS Setup or to access the Q-Flash utility in BIOS Setup. : BOOT MENU Boot Menu allows you to set the first boot device - Gigabyte B660 GAMING X DDR4 | User Manual - Page 34
to the steps below: Step 1: Go to GIGABYTE's website, browse to the motherboard model's web page, download the Intel SATA Preinstall driver file on the Support\Download\SATA RAID/AHCI page, unzip the file and copy the files to your USB thumb drive. Step 2: Boot from the Windows setup disc and - Gigabyte B660 GAMING X DDR4 | User Manual - Page 35
the installation, make sure the system is connected to the Internet. Please visit GIGABYTE's website for more software information. Please visit GIGABYTE's website for more troubleshooting information. - 35 - - Gigabyte B660 GAMING X DDR4 | User Manual - Page 36
the smallest drive Yes (Number of hard drives/2) * Size of the smallest drive Yes Before you begin, please prepare the following items: This motherboard supports SATA RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, and RAID 10. Prepare the correct number of hard drives as indicated in the table above before configuring - Gigabyte B660 GAMING X DDR4 | User Manual - Page 37
Motherboard Trade Name: GIGABYTE Model Number: B660 GAMING X/B660 GAMING X AX DDR4/B660 GAMING X DDR4 Responsible Party - U.S. Contact 1992. Proper operation of this radio according to the instructions found in this manual will result in exposure substantially below the FCC's recommended limits - Gigabyte B660 GAMING X DDR4 | User Manual - Page 38
information about where you can drop off your waste equipment for recycling, please contact your local government office, your household waste disposal service or where you purchased the product for details of environmentally safe recycling. End of Life Directives-Recycling The symbol shown below is - Gigabyte B660 GAMING X DDR4 | User Manual - Page 39
European Community Radio Equipment Directive Compliance Statement: This equipment complies with all the requirements and other relevant provisions of Radio Equipment Directive 2014/53/EU. This equipment is suitable for home and office use in all the European Community Member States and EFTA Member - Gigabyte B660 GAMING X DDR4 | User Manual - Page 40
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B660 GAMING X
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User's Manual
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B660 GAMING X DDR4
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