Gigabyte GA-Z170X-Ultra Gaming User Manual
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GA-Z170X-Ultra Gaming User's Manual Rev. 1002 12ME-Z17ULTG-1002R 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-Z170X-Ultra Gaming | User Manual - Page 2
Motherboard GA-Z170X-Ultra Gaming Motherboard GA-Z170X-Ultra Gaming Jun. 01, 2016 Jun. 01, 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 - Gigabyte GA-Z170X-Ultra Gaming | User Manual - Page 3
GA-Z170X-Ultra Gaming Motherboard Layout 4 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 5 1-1 Installation Precautions 5 1-2 Product Specifications 6 1-3 Installing the CPU Connectors 13 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 23 2-1 Startup Screen 23 2-2 M.I.T...24 2-3 System...31 2-4 BIOS...32 2-5 Peripherals...35 - Gigabyte GA-Z170X-Ultra Gaming | User Manual - Page 4
32 SPDIF_O TPM F_USB2 F_USB1 F_PANEL SYS_FAN2_PUMP Box Contents 55 GA-Z170X-Ultra Gaming motherboard 55 Four SATA cables 55 Motherboard driver disk 55 I/O Shield 55 User's Manual 55 One 2-Way SLI bridge connector 55 Quick Installation Guide 55 One G Connector 55 Two Velcro Cable Ties - Gigabyte GA-Z170X-Ultra Gaming | User Manual - Page 5
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, CPU motherboard motherboard, do not allow screws to come in contact with the motherboard motherboard problem - Gigabyte GA-Z170X-Ultra Gaming | User Manual - Page 6
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 sockets supporting up to 64 GB of system memory * Due to - Gigabyte GA-Z170X-Ultra Gaming | User Manual - Page 7
™ 3 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 Chipset: - 6 Socket 3 connector 2 x SATA Express connectors 6 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors 1 x CPU fan header 1 x water cooling fan/pump header (CPU_OPT_PUMP) 2 x system fan - Gigabyte GA-Z170X-Ultra Gaming | User Manual - Page 8
pump) you install. 2 x 128 Mbit flash Use of licensed AMI UEFI BIOS Support for DualBIOS™ PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.7, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 5.0 Support for APP Center * Available applications in APP Center may vary by motherboard model. Supported functions of each application may also vary depending on - Gigabyte GA-Z170X-Ultra Gaming | User Manual - Page 9
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 to prevent hardware damage. •• Locate the - Gigabyte GA-Z170X-Ultra Gaming | User Manual - Page 10
) DDR4_3 - - DS/SS DS/SS DDR4_1 DS/SS - DS/SS Due to CPU limitations, read the following guidelines before installing the memory in Dual Channel mode. 1. Dual expansion card: •• Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Carefully read the manual that came with your expansion card. - Gigabyte GA-Z170X-Ultra Gaming | User Manual - Page 11
Type-A Port (Red) The USB 3.1 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. Mini-DisplayPort In Port (White) The DisplayPort In port offers vedio outputs to the motherboard. Refer to the Thunderbolt™ 3 Connector for - Gigabyte GA-Z170X-Ultra Gaming | User Manual - Page 12
supports the USB 3.0 specification and is compatible to the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Use this port for USB devices. HDMI Port The HDMI port is HDCP compliant and supports Dolby True HD and DTS HD Master Audio formats. It also supports . Please visit GIGABYTE's website for from the motherboard. •• - Gigabyte GA-Z170X-Ultra Gaming | User Manual - Page 13
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. - 13 - - Gigabyte GA-Z170X-Ultra Gaming | User Manual - Page 14
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 the correct orientation. The 12V power connector mainly supplies power to the CPU. If the 12V power connector is not connected, the computer will - Gigabyte GA-Z170X-Ultra Gaming | User Manual - Page 15
speed control for water cooling pumps, refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "M.I.T.," for more information. 1 CPU_OPT_PUMP 1 SYS_FAN2_PUMP 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 - Gigabyte GA-Z170X-Ultra Gaming | User Manual - Page 16
supports digital S/PDIF Out and connects a S/PDIF digital audio cable (provided by expansion cards) for digital audio output from your motherboard 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. 110 80 - Gigabyte GA-Z170X-Ultra Gaming | User Manual - Page 17
SATA hard drive. To create a RAID array with an U.2 SSD, 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. U B_ Installation Notices for the PCIEX4, U2_32G, M2M_32G, SATA, SATA Express Connectors: Due - Gigabyte GA-Z170X-Ultra Gaming | User Manual - Page 18
Table 2: When two of PCIEX4, U2_32G, and M2M_32G are populated Connectors PCIEX4+U2_32G PCIEX4+M2M_32G M2M_32G+U2_32G Configuration PCIe x4 SSD+U.2 SSD PCIe x2 SSD+U.2 SSD Other PCIe devices+U.2 SSD PCIe x4 SSD+M.2 PCIe x4 SSD PCIe x4 SSD+M.2 PCIe x2 SSD PCIe x4 SSD+M.2 SATA SSD PCIe x2 SSD+M.2 - Gigabyte GA-Z170X-Ultra Gaming | User Manual - Page 19
Table 3: When all three of PCIEX4, U2_32G, and M2M_32G are populated Configuration PCIe x4 SSD+U.2 SSD+M.2 PCIe x4 SSD PCIe x4 SSD+U.2 SSD+M.2 PCIe x2 SSD PCIe x4 SSD+U.2 SSD+M.2 SATA SSD PCIe x2 SSD+U.2 SSD+M.2 PCIe x4 SSD PCIe x2 SSD+U.2 SSD+M.2 PCIe x2 SSD PCIe x2 SSD+U.2 SSD+M.2 SATA SSD Other - Gigabyte GA-Z170X-Ultra Gaming | User Manual - Page 20
switch (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Power Management," for short beep will be heard if no problem is detected at system startup. •• The front panel audio header supports Intel High Definition audio (HD) motherboard header. Incorrect connection between the module connector and the motherboard - Gigabyte GA-Z170X-Ultra Gaming | User Manual - Page 21
F_USB30 F_ U F_ 15) F_USB30 (USB 3.0/2.G0.HQBeOaFdMer) The header conforms to USB 3.0/2.0 specification and can provide two USB ports. For purchasing the optional 3.5" front panel that provides two USB 3.0/2.0 ports, please contact the local dealer. 1 23 1 Pin No. Definition Pin No. - Gigabyte GA-Z170X-Ultra Gaming | User Manual - Page 22
GIGABYTE Thunderbolt™ add-in card. 1 Supports a Thunderbolt™ add-in card. 19) CLR_CMOS (Clear CMOS Jumper) Use this jumper to clear the BIOS BIOS Setup to load factory defaults (select Load Optimized Defaults) or manually configure the BIOS settings (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," for BIOS - Gigabyte GA-Z170X-Ultra Gaming | User Manual - Page 23
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-Z170X-Ultra Gaming | User Manual - Page 24
BIOS version, CPU base clock, CPU frequency, memory frequency, total memory size, CPU temperature and CPU Upgrade. (Default: Auto) && CPU Base Clock Allows you to manually set the CPU base clock in 0.01 MHz only when you install a CPU that supports this feature. For more information about Intel® CPUs' - Gigabyte GA-Z170X-Ultra Gaming | User Manual - Page 25
cores to enable in an Intel® multi-core CPU (the number of CPU cores may vary by CPU). Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) (Note) This item is present only when you install a CPU that supports this feature. For more information about Intel® CPUs' unique features - Gigabyte GA-Z170X-Ultra Gaming | User Manual - Page 26
you to determine whether to enable hardware prefetcher to prefetch data and instructions from the memory into the cache. (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 - Gigabyte GA-Z170X-Ultra Gaming | User Manual - Page 27
settings below to be configurable. Options are: Auto (default), Manual, Advanced Manual. && Profile DDR Voltage When using a non-XMP memory the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) (Note) This item is present only when you install a CPU and a memory module that support this - Gigabyte GA-Z170X-Ultra Gaming | User Manual - Page 28
of the memory to increase memory performance and stability. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) `` IMC Timing Settings This sub-menu provides options for tuning memory compatibility and stability. `` Channel A/B Memory Sub Timings This sub-menu provides memory - Gigabyte GA-Z170X-Ultra Gaming | User Manual - Page 29
motherboard CPU Vcore/CPU VRIN/DRAM Channel A/B Voltage/+3.3V/+5V/+12V/CPU CPU/system/Chipset temperature. When temperature exceeds the threshold, BIOS will emit warning sound. Options are: Disabled (default), 60oC/140oF, 70oC/158oF, 80oC/176oF, 90oC/194oF. && CPU/CPU && CPU Fan Speed the CPU - Gigabyte GA-Z170X-Ultra Gaming | User Manual - Page 30
BIOS automatically detect the type of fan/pump installed and sets the optimal control mode. (Default) Voltage Voltage mode is recommended for a 3-pin fan/pump. (Default) PWM PWM mode is recommended for a 4-pin fan/pump. && CPU to run at slow speeds. Manual Allows you to control the fan/ - Gigabyte GA-Z170X-Ultra Gaming | User Manual - Page 31
2-3 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. && System Language Selects the default language used by the BIOS. && System Date Sets the system date. The date format - Gigabyte GA-Z170X-Ultra Gaming | User Manual - Page 32
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-Z170X-Ultra Gaming | User Manual - Page 33
only when Fast Boot is set to Enabled or Ultra Fast. && Windows 8/10 Features Allows you to select the operating system to be installed. (Default: Other OS) && CSM Support Enables or disables UEFI CSM (Compatibility Support Module) to support a legacy PC boot process. Enabled Enables UEFI CSM - Gigabyte GA-Z170X-Ultra Gaming | User Manual - Page 34
OS from the Windows Deployment Services server. (Default: Disabled) && Ipv4 PXE Support Enables or disables IPv4 PXE Support. This item is configurable 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-Z170X-Ultra Gaming | User Manual - Page 35
set up a RAID array. Refer to Chapter 3, "Configuring a RAID Set," for instructions on configuring a RAID array. && PCIE x16 slot LED Enables or disables the of the LED changes slowly and smoothly like breath. && Legacy USB Support Allows USB keyboard/mouse to be used in MS-DOS. (Default: Enabled - Gigabyte GA-Z170X-Ultra Gaming | User Manual - Page 36
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) `` Intel(R) Bios Guard Technology Enables or disables the Intel® BIOS Guard feature, which protects the BIOS from malicious attacks. `` SATA Configuration - Gigabyte GA-Z170X-Ultra Gaming | User Manual - Page 37
: Enabled) && Hot plug Enables or disable the hot plug capability for each SATA port. (Default: Disabled) && External SATA Enables or disables support for external SATA devices. (Default: Disabled) `` SSD Security Erase This sub-menu allows you to erase your SSD's data. `` Intel(R) Thunderbolt - Gigabyte GA-Z170X-Ultra Gaming | User Manual - Page 38
the operating 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. - 38 - - Gigabyte GA-Z170X-Ultra Gaming | User Manual - Page 39
operating bandwidth for the PCIEX4 slot. Auto Lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting depending on the expansion card being installed : Enabled) && DMI ASPM Allows you to configure the ASPM mode for both CPU side and Chipset side of the DMI link. This item is configurable only when - Gigabyte GA-Z170X-Ultra Gaming | User Manual - Page 40
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) && Resume by Alarm Determines whether to power on the system at a desired time. (Default: Disabled) If enabled - Gigabyte GA-Z170X-Ultra Gaming | User Manual - Page 41
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-Z170X-Ultra Gaming | User Manual - Page 42
motherboard. The actual BIOS Setup menu options you will see shall depend on the motherboard you have and the BIOS version. C-1. Using EZ RAID GIGABYTE motherboards 2) Refer to "1-8 Internal Connectors," for the supported configurations with the U.2, M.2, SATA Express, and SATA connectors. - 42 - - Gigabyte GA-Z170X-Ultra Gaming | User Manual - Page 43
the installation of Windows operating system for a non-RAID configuration. Steps: 1. In BIOS Setup, go to BIOS and set CSM Support to Enabled and Storage Boot Option Control to Legacy Only. Save the changes and exit BIOS Setup. After the POST memory test begins and before the operating system boot - Gigabyte GA-Z170X-Ultra Gaming | User Manual - Page 44
and Operating System With the correct BIOS settings, you are ready to install required drivers from the motherboard driver disk using "Xpress Install" to ensure system performance and compatibility. If the operating Please visit GIGABYTE's website for details on configuring a RAID array. - 44 - - Gigabyte GA-Z170X-Ultra Gaming | User Manual - Page 45
following instructions use Windows 8.1 as the example operating system.) •• After installing the operating system, insert the motherboard driver disk the drivers you need. Please visit GIGABYTE's website for more software information. Please visit GIGABYTE's website for details on configuring the audio - Gigabyte GA-Z170X-Ultra Gaming | User Manual - Page 46
GIGABYTE. Our Commitment to Preserving the Environment In addition to high-efficiency performance, all GIGABYTE motherboards office, your household waste disposal service or where you purchased the Customer Care number listed in your product's user's manual and we will be glad to help you with - Gigabyte GA-Z170X-Ultra Gaming | User Manual - Page 47
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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.
GA-Z170X-Ultra Gaming
User's Manual
Rev. 1002
12ME-Z17ULTG-1002R