Gigabyte GA-Z170MX-Gaming 5 User Manual
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GA-Z170MX-Gaming 5 User's Manual Rev. 1101 12ME-Z17MXG5-1101R For more product details, please visit GIGABYTE's website. To reduce the impacts on global warming, the packaging materials of this product are recyclable and reusable. GIGABYTE works with you to protect the environment. - Gigabyte GA-Z170MX-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 2
Motherboard GA-Z170MX-Gaming 5 Motherboard GA-Z170MX-Gaming 5 May 5, 2016 May 5, 2016 Copyright © 2016 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. All rights reserved. The trademarks mentioned in this manual are legally registered to their respective owners. Disclaimer Information in this manual is protected - Gigabyte GA-Z170MX-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 3
Table of Contents GA-Z170MX-Gaming 5 Motherboard Layout 4 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 5 1-1 Installation Precautions 5 1-2 Product Specifications Connectors 13 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 21 2-1 Startup Screen 21 2-2 M.I.T...22 2-3 System Information 28 2-4 BIOS Features 29 2-5 Peripherals...32 - Gigabyte GA-Z170MX-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 4
5 1 4 0 F_AUDIO SPDIF_O COMA THB_C TPM F_USB2 F_USB1 SYS_FAN2 F_PANEL SATA EXPRESS Box Contents 55 GA-Z170MX-Gaming 5 motherboard 55 Motherboard driver disk 55 User's Manual 55 Quick Installation Guide 55 Four SATA cables 55 I/O Shield 55 One 2-Way SLI bridge connector 55 One G Connector - Gigabyte GA-Z170MX-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 5
(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-Z170MX-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 6
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® Z170 Express Chipset Memory Onboard Graphics Audio ŠŠ 4 x DDR4 DIMM - Gigabyte GA-Z170MX-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 7
USB 3.1 Controller: - 1 x USB Type-C™ port on the back panel, with USB 3.1 support - 1 x USB 3.1 Type-A port (red) on the back panel 1 x 24-pin 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers 1 x Trusted Platform Module (TPM) header 1 x Thunderbolt™ add-in card connector 1 x serial port header 1 x Clear CMOS jumper 1 - Gigabyte GA-Z170MX-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 8
Install Norton® Internet Security (OEM version) Intel® Smart Response Technology Support for Windows 10/8.1 64-bit Support for Windows 7 32-bit/64-bit * Please download the "Windows USB Installation Tool" from GIGABYTE's website and install it before installing Windows 7. Form Factor ŠŠ Micro - Gigabyte GA-Z170MX-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 9
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 four memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. After the memory is installed, the BIOS will automatically detect the specifications - Gigabyte GA-Z170MX-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 10
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-Z170MX-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 11
specification and is compatible to the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Use this port for USB devices. USB 3.1 Type-A Port (Red) The USB 3.1 Type-A port supports the USB 3.1 specification and is compatible to the USB 3.0/2.0/1.1 specification. Use this port for USB devices. HDMI Port The HDMI port is HDCP - Gigabyte GA-Z170MX-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 12
drive, walkman, etc. Line Out The line out jack. This jack supports audio amplifying function. For better sound quality, it is recommended that jack to be Side Speaker out through the audio driver. Please visit GIGABYTE's website for more software information. •• When removing the cable connected to - Gigabyte GA-Z170MX-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 13
1-9 Internal Connectors 41 53 13 4 2 7 6 8 7 19 12 6 18 10 11 16 17 15 14 49 1) ATX_12V_2X4 2) ATX 3) CPU_FAN 4) SYS_FAN1/2/3 5) CPU_OPT 6) SATA EXPRESS 7) SATA3 0/1/2/3/4/5 8) M2A_32G 9) F_PANEL 10) F_AUDIO 11) SPDIF_O 12) GAIN 13) F_USB30_1/F_USB30_2 14) F_USB1/F_USB2 15) TPM 16) - Gigabyte GA-Z170MX-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 14
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-Z170MX-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 15
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_ SATA3 5 4 10 7 S_ B_ 1 SATA3 - Gigabyte GA-Z170MX-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 16
you must set up the configuration in UEFI BIOS mode. Refer to Chapter 3, "Configuring a RAID Set," for instructions on configuring a RAID array. S S 80A x4 SSDs, and PCIe x2 SSDs), be sure to refer to the supported configurations in the tables below according to the operating mode of your SATA - Gigabyte GA-Z170MX-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 17
RES- HD+ (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Power Management," for more information). Hard . One single short beep will be heard if no problem is detected at system startup. •• HD (Hard Drive Panel Audio Header) The front panel audio header supports Intel High Definition audio (HD) and AC' - Gigabyte GA-Z170MX-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 18
F_USB3 F 11) SPDIF_O (S/PDIF Out Header) This header supports digital S/PDIF Out and connects a S/PDIF digital audio cable same time. For information about connecting the S/PDIF digital audio cable, carefully read the manual for your expansion card. 1 Pin No. Definition 1 SPDIFO 2 GND _ _B __ - Gigabyte GA-Z170MX-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 19
13 NC 14 NC 15 _ _SB3V3 1 23 16 SERIRQ 17 GND 18 NC 19 NC 20 SUSCLK S_ _ B _U _ B F_USB3 F 16) THB_C (Thunderbolt™ Add-in Card Connector) This connector is for a GIGABYTE Thunderbolt™ add-in card. _ _B B_ 1 S3 S_ Pin_No. 1 2 3 4 5 DBefSinSition S GPIOA GPIOB N_-SLP_S3 N_-S4_S5 GND SF U __ - Gigabyte GA-Z170MX-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 20
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). 19) BAT (Battery) The battery provides power to keep the - Gigabyte GA-Z170MX-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 21
and downloads the latest version of BIOS from the Internet and updates the BIOS. •• Because BIOS flashing is potentially risky, if you do not encounter problems using the current version of BIOS, it is recommended that you not flash the BIOS. To flash the BIOS, do it with caution. Inadequate - Gigabyte GA-Z170MX-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 22
provides information on the BIOS version, CPU base 100% Upgrade. (Default: Auto) && CPU Base Clock Allows you to manually set the CPU base clock in 0.01 MHz increments. (Default: Auto) when you install a CPU that supports this feature. For more information about Intel® CPUs' unique features, please visit - Gigabyte GA-Z170MX-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 23
whether to enable multi-threading technology when using an Intel® CPU that supports this function. This feature only works for operating systems that support multi-processor mode. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) && CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) (Note) Enables - Gigabyte GA-Z170MX-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 24
halt state to decrease power consumption. The C3 state is a more enhanced power-saving state than C1. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) && C6/C7 State Support (Note 1) Allows you to determine whether to let the CPU enter C6/C7 mode in system halt state. When - Gigabyte GA-Z170MX-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 25
the BIOS automatically Manual and Advanced Manual (default), Manual, Advanced Manual. && Profile the BIOS automatically the BIOS automatically is set to Manual or Advanced Manual. Note: Your BIOS under heavy load. Auto lets the BIOS in BIOS under heavy load. Auto lets the BIOS automatically - Gigabyte GA-Z170MX-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 26
threshold for CPU/system temperature. When temperature exceeds the threshold, BIOS will emit warning sound. Options are: Disabled (default), 60oC/140oF fan speed. This item is configurable only when CPU Fan Speed Control is set to Manual. Options are: 0.75 PWM value /oC ~ 2.50 PWM value /oC. && - Gigabyte GA-Z170MX-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 27
speed. This item is configurable only when 3rd System Fan Speed Control is set to Manual. Options are: 0.75 PWM value /oC ~ 2.50 PWM value /oC. `` to the hardware specification of each slot. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) && 3DMark01 Enhancement - Gigabyte GA-Z170MX-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 28
Information This section provides information on your motherboard model and BIOS version. You can also select the default language used by the BIOS and manually set the system time. && System Language Selects the default language used by the BIOS. && System Date Sets the system date. The date format - Gigabyte GA-Z170MX-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 29
as hard drives, optical drives, floppy disk drives, and devices that support Boot from LAN function, etc. Press on this item to BIOS Setup program. (Default) && Full Screen LOGO Show Allows you to determine whether to display the GIGABYTE Logo at system startup. Disabled skips the GIGABYTE - Gigabyte GA-Z170MX-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 30
UEFI CSM. (Default) Disabled Disables UEFI CSM and supports UEFI BIOS boot process only. This item is configurable only when Windows LAN controller. (Default: Disabled) This item is configurable only when CSM Support is set to Enabled. && Storage Boot Option Control Allows you to select - Gigabyte GA-Z170MX-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 31
OS from the Windows Deployment Services server. (Default: Disabled) && Ipv4 PXE Support Enables or disables IPv4 PXE Support. This item is configurable at system startup and when entering BIOS Setup. However, the user password only allows you to make changes to certain BIOS settings but not all. To - Gigabyte GA-Z170MX-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 32
of the LED changes according to the music rhythm. Pulse Mode The brightness of the LED changes slowly and smoothly like breath. && Legacy USB Support Allows USB keyboard/mouse to be used in MS-DOS. (Default: Enabled) && XHCI Hand-off Determines whether to enable XHCI Hand-off feature for - Gigabyte GA-Z170MX-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 33
Select Allows you to select whether to support TPM 1.2 or TPM 2.0 device. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto Enables or disables support for external SATA devices. (Default: Disabled) `` NVMe Configuration Displays information on your M.2 NVME PCIe SSD if - Gigabyte GA-Z170MX-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 34
Enables or disables High Precision Event Timer (HPET) in the operating system. (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. - 34 - - Gigabyte GA-Z170MX-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 35
2-7 Power Management && AC BACK Determines the state of the system after the return of power from an AC power loss. Always Off The system stays off upon the return of the AC power. (Default) Always On The system is turned on upon the return of the AC power. Memory The system returns to - Gigabyte GA-Z170MX-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 36
supply is at low load, a self-protection will activate causing it to shutdown or fail. If this occurs, please set to Enabled. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) && USB DAC Power Enables or disables the power for the USB DAC connector on the back panel. For a USB - Gigabyte GA-Z170MX-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 37
Defaults Press on this item and select Yes to load the optimal BIOS default settings. The BIOS defaults settings help the system to operate in optimum state. Always load the Optimized defaults after updating the BIOS or after clearing the CMOS values. && Boot Override Allows you to select - Gigabyte GA-Z170MX-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 38
shall depend on the motherboard you have and the BIOS version. C-1. UEFI RAID Configuration Only Windows 10/8.1 64-bit supports UEFI RAID configuration. Steps: 1. In BIOS Setup, go to BIOS Features and set Windows 8/10 Features to Windows 8/10 and CSM Support to Disabled. Save the changes and exit - Gigabyte GA-Z170MX-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 39
the Name item and press . Then, select a RAID level. RAID levels supported include RAID 0, RAID 1, Recovery, RAID 10, and RAID 5 (the selections , etc. C-2. Configuring Legacy RAID ROM Enter the Intel® legacy RAID BIOS setup utility to configure a RAID array. Skip this step and proceed - Gigabyte GA-Z170MX-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 40
the drivers, first install the operating system. (The following instructions use Windows 8.1 as the example operating system.) • After visit GIGABYTE's website for details on configuring a RAID array. Please visit GIGABYTE's website for more software information. Please visit GIGABYTE's website - Gigabyte GA-Z170MX-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 41
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-Z170MX-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 42
. 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-Z170MX-Gaming 5 | User Manual - Page 43
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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.
For more product details, please visit GIGABYTE's website.
GA-Z170MX-Gaming 5
User's Manual
Rev. 1101
12ME-Z17MXG5-1101R