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X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro User's Manual Rev. 1001 12ME-X29ARGP-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 X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 2
Motherboard X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro Jul. 28, 2017 Wireless Module Country Approvals: Motherboard X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro Jul. 28, 2017 See the latest safety and regulatory documents at GIGABYTE's website. - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 3
our website at: http://www.gigabyte.com Identifying Your Motherboard Revision The revision number on your motherboard looks like this: "REV: X.X." For example, "REV: 1.0" means the revision of the motherboard is 1.0. Check your motherboard revision before updating motherboard BIOS, drivers, or when - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 4
Table of Contents Box Contents...6 Optional Items...6 X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro Motherboard Layout 7 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 9 Internal Connectors 26 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 41 2-1 Startup Screen 42 2-2 The Main Menu 43 2-3 M.I.T...45 2-4 System...57 2-5 BIOS...58 2-6 Peripherals...61 - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 5
Q-Flash Utility 91 5-1-2 Updating the BIOS with the @BIOS Utility 94 5-2 APP Center...95 5-2-1 3D OSD...96 5-2-2 AutoGreen...97 5-2-3 BIOS Setup...98 5-2-4 Color Temperature 99 5-2-5 Cloud Station...100 5-2-6 EasyTune...105 5-2-7 Easy RAID...106 5-2-8 Fast Boot...108 5-2-9 Game Boost...109 5-2-10 - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 6
Box Contents 55 X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro 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 bridge connector 55 One G Connector 55 One RGB (RGBW) LED strip extension cable 55 Two - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 7
EC_TEMP1 HPWR_FAN_PUMP X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro Motherboard Layout KB_MS_USB30 Realtek® USB 3.1 Gen 1 Hub R_USB30 ASMedia® USB 3.1 Gen 2 Controller TYPEC SYS_FAN2 ATX_12V_2X4_1 ATX_12V_2X4_2 CPU_OPT LED_C2 CPU_FAN DRAM LGA2066 ATX R_USB31 Realtek® USB 3.1 Gen 2 - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users 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 X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 10
for Intel® Core™ X series processors in the LGA2066 package (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) ŠŠ L3 cache varies with CPU Chipset ŠŠ Intel® X299 Express Chipset Memory Audio ŠŠ 8 x DDR4 DIMM sockets supporting up to 128 GB of system memory (Note 1) ŠŠ 4 x DDR4 DIMM - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 11
3.1 Gen 2 Controllers: - 1 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 port available through the internal USB header - 1 x USB Type-C™ port on the back panel, with USB 3.1 Gen 2 support Chipset+Realtek® USB 3.1 Gen 2 Hub: - 4 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-A ports (red) on the back panel Chipset+Realtek® USB 3.1 Gen 1 Hub: - 4 x USB - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | 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 X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 13
and product-related information without prior notice. Please visit GIGABYTE's website for support lists of CPU, memory modules, SSDs, and M.2 devices. - 13 - Please visit the Support\Utility List page on GIGABYTE's website to download the latest version of apps. Hardware Installation - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users 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 X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | 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 - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 16
Installing the CPU Cooler Refer to the steps below to correctly install the CPU cooler on the motherboard. (Actual installation process may differ depending the CPU cooler to be used. Refer to the user's manual for your CPU cooler.) Step 1: Apply an even and thin layer of thermal grease on the - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 17
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 28-lane CPU: This motherboard supports 4 Channel Technology. After the memory is installed, the BIOS will automatically detect the - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 18
• When using a 16-lane CPU: This motherboard supports Dual Channel Technology. After the memory is installed, the BIOS will automatically detect the specifications and capacity of the memory. The four DDR4 memory sockets are divided into two channels and each channel has two - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 19
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 X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 20
install an expansion card: •• Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Carefully read the manual that came with your expansion card. •• (s). 6. Turn on your computer. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to make any required BIOS changes for your expan- sion card(s). 7. Install the driver - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 21
Windows 10 64-bit operating system -- A CrossFire/SLI-supported motherboard with two or more PCI Express x16 slots and Supports the CrossFire technology only. Procedure and driver screen for enabling CrossFire/SLI technology may differ by graphics cards and driver version. Refer to the manual - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 22
C-1. To Enable CrossFire Function After installing the graphics card driver in the operating system, go to the AMD RADEON SETTINGS screen. Browse to Gaming\Global Settings and ensure AMD CrossFire is set to On. C-2. To Enable SLI Function After installing the graphics card driver in the operating - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 23
USB devices. USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-A Port (Red) The USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-A port supports the USB 3.1 Gen 2 specification and is compatible to the USB 3.1 Gen 1 and USB 2.0 remove the cable from your device and then remove it from the motherboard. •• When removing the cable, pull it straight out from the - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 24
speaker. This jack can be used to connect front speakers in a 4/5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration. Mic In (Pink) The Mic in jack. Refer to the instructions on setting up a 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration in Chapter 6, "Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio." Hardware Installation - 24 - - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 25
open-case environment when they want to change hardware components or conduct hardware testing. The OC button helps enthusiasts and overclockers not only get the most to load the most optimized GIGABYTE overclocking configuration for your hardware. OC PW_SW - 25 - Hardware Installation - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 26
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. Hardware Installation - 26 - - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 27
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 X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 28
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 X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 29
the use of a fan with fan speed control design. The header also provides speed control for a water cooling pump, refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "M.I.T.," for more information Pin No. Definition 1 GND 2 Voltage Speed Control 1 3 Sense 4 PWM Speed Control Because a 3 Amp fan can run very - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 30
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 G.QBOFM SATA3 - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 31
set up the configuration in UEFI BIOS mode. ReSf__e_BBr to Chapter 3, "Configuring a RAID Set," B for S_ B instructions on configuring a RAID array. M2M_32G connector must work with an Intel® VROC Upgrade Key to support RAID configuration. Select the proper hole for the M.2 SSD - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 32
1 a SATA3 2 a SATA3 3 a SATA3 4 a SATA3 5 a SATA3 6 a SATA3 7 a No M.2 SSD Installed a a a a a a a a a: Available, r: Not available * The M2M_32G connector supports only PCIe SSDs. •• M2Q_32G: Type of Connector M.2 SSD M.2 SATA SSD SATA3 0 a SATA3 1 a SATA3 2 a SATA3 3 a SATA3 - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 33
1 may lead to the damage of the LED strip. For how to turn on/off the lights of the LED strip, refer to the instructions on in Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Peripherals," or Chapter 5, "Unique Features," "APP Center\RGB Fusion." Before installing the devices, be sure to turn off the devices and your - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 34
B_ USB 0_ B plug of the extension cable. For how to turn on/off the lights of the LED strip, refer to the instructions on in Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Peripherals," or Chapter 5, "Unique Features," "APP Center\RGB Fusion." Before installing the devices, be sure to turn off the devices and your - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 35
turn off your system using the power switch (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Power," for more information). •• SPEAK (Speaker, Orange): Connects 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 - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 36
supports digital S/PDIF Out and connects a S/PDIF digital audio cable (provided by expansion cards) for digital audio output from your motherboard information about connecting the S/PDIF digital audio cable, carefully read the manual for your expansion card. _S Pin No. Definition 1 SPDIFO S_ - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 37
F_ _ B S B_ B _S 17) F_USB31C (USB 3.1 Gen 2 Header) The header conforms to USB 3.1 Gen 2 specification and can provide one USB port. B_ USB 0_ B F_ F_USB3 10 11 1 20 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Definition VBUS TX1+ TX1GND RX1+ RX1VBUS CC1 SBU1 SBU2 Pin No. Definition 11 VBUS 12 TX2+ - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 38
B SS 1 23 1 1 19) F_USB1/F_USB2 (USB 2.0/1.1 Headers) The _hSeaders conform to USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Each USB header can provide two USB ports via an 1 23 1 1 23 1 optional USB bracket. For purchasing the optional USB bracket, please contact the local dealer. _ B S_ B Pin No. - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 39
Thunderbolt™ add-in card. _U _ B F_USB3 F B_ USB 0_ B 1 B_ S _S _ _ _B _ _ F_USB3 Supports a Thunderbolt™ add-in card. _ 22) BAT (Battery) The battery provides power to keep the values (such as BIOS configurations, date, and time information) in the CMOS when the computer is turned off - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 40
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). 24) VROC (Intel® VROC Upgrade Key Header) This header can - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 41
latest version of BIOS from the Internet and updates the BIOS. For instructions on using the Q-Flash and @BIOS utilities, refer to Chapter 5, "BIOS Update Utilities." •• Because BIOS flashing is potentially risky, if you do not encounter problems using the current version of BIOS, it is recommended - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 42
INFORMATION Press the key to display your system information. : BOOT MENU Boot Menu allows you to set the first boot device without entering BIOS Setup. In Boot Menu, use the up arrow key or the down arrow key to select the first boot device, then press to accept - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 43
you can use your mouse to select the item you want. (Sample BIOS Version: F1a) Setup Menus System Time Hardware Information Configuration Items Current Settings Quick Access Bar allows you to enter Easy Mode, select BIOS default language, configure fan settings, or enter Q-Flash. Classic - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users 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 Classic Setup screen. BIOS Setup - 44 - - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 45
. If this occurs, clear the CMOS values and reset the board to default values.) `` Advanced Frequency Settings && CPU BCLK Frequency 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 X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 46
&& PCIe/DMI/PEG Frequency Allows you to manually set the host clock frequency (which controls CPU, PCIe, and memory frequencies) . (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 - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 47
&& AVX 512 (Note) Allows you to configure AVX 512 instructions. (Default: Auto) && TJ-Max offset (Note) Allows you to 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. - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 48
to identify the processor's best performance core and lets you manually direct the most critical workloads to it. You can even power-saving state than C3. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) && C8 State Support (Note) Allows you to determine whether to let - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 49
prefetcher to prefetch data and instructions from the memory into (X.M.P.) (Note 2) Allows the BIOS to read the SPD data Auto) && Memory Ref Clock Allows you to manually adjust the memory reference clock. (Default: Auto when you install a CPU that supports this feature. For more information about - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 50
, and memory timing settings below to be configurable. Options are: Auto (default), Manual, Advanced Manual. && Profile DDR Voltage When using a non-XMP memory module or Extreme Memory Profile is present only when you install a CPU and a memory module that support this feature. BIOS Setup - 50 - - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 51
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 only when you install a CPU and a memory module that support this feature. - 51 - BIOS Setup - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 52
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 automatically configure this setting and sets the voltage following Intel's specifications. (Default: Auto - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 53
voltage control options. `` Internal VR Control (Note) This section provides VR voltage control options. (Note) This item is present only when you install a CPU that supports this feature. - 53 - BIOS Setup - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 54
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 item is present only when you install a CPU that supports this feature. BIOS Setup - 54 - - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 55
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 Enhancement Allows you to determine whether to enhance some legacy benchmark performance. (Default - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 56
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 fan speed change. && Fan/Pump Control Mode Auto Lets the BIOS automatically detect the type of fan/pump installed and sets the optimal - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 57
2-4 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 - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 58
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 floppy disk drives, and devices that support Boot from LAN function, etc. Ultra Fast provides the fastest bootup speed. (Default: Disabled - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 59
item is configurable only when Fast Boot is set to Enabled or Ultra Fast. && USB Support Disabled All USB devices are disabled before the OS boot process Enables UEFI CSM. (Default) Disabled Disables UEFI CSM and supports UEFI BIOS boot process only. && LAN PXE Boot Option ROM Allows you - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 60
Enables legacy option ROM only. This item is configurable only when CSM Support is set to Enabled. && Other PCI devices Allows you to select whether 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 X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 61
Set," for instructions on configuring a RAID array. && RGB Fusion Allows you to set the LED lighting mode for the motherboard. Off Disables to set the lighting mode of the motherboard LEDs in system S3/S4/S5 state. This feature is supported only with a 5V digital LED strip. - 61 - BIOS Setup - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 62
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 X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 63
capability for each SATA port. (Default: Disabled) && Configured as eSATA Enables or disables support for external SATA devices. && Mechanical Presence Switch Allows you to determine whether to turn ) This item is present only when you install a CPU that supports this feature. - 63 - BIOS Setup - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 64
. && Wake on LAN Enable Enables or disables the wake on LAN 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 - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 65
98 Press POWER button on the Windows 98 keyboard to turn on the system. Any Key Press any key to turn on the system. - 65 - BIOS Setup - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 66
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 X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 67
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 X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 68
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in your computer. B. Configure SATA controller mode in BIOS Setup. C. Configure a RAID array in RAID BIOS. (Note 1) D. Install the RAID/AHCI driver 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 - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 70
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 and exit BIOS Setup. The BIOS Setup menus described in this section may differ from the exact settings for your motherboard. The actual BIOS Setup menu options - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 71
C-1. Using EZ RAID GIGABYTE motherboards provide you with the EZ RAID feature, allowing you to quickly configure a RAID array with simplified steps. Step 1: After restarting the computer, enter the BIOS Setup and go to Peripherals. Press on the EZ RAID item. Select the type of hard drives - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 72
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 X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 73
C-2. UEFI RAID Configuration Step 1: In BIOS Setup, go to BIOS 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 Peripherals\Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology sub-menu (Figure 7). - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | 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 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 X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 75
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 X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 76
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 X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 77
of Windows operating system for a non-RAID configuration. Step 1: In BIOS Setup, go to BIOS and set CSM Support to Enabled and Storage Boot Option Control to Legacy. Save the changes and exit BIOS Setup. After the POST memory test begins and before the operating system boot begins, look for - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 78
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 X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 79
Bootable Yes Type/Status(Vol ID) Non-RAID Disk Non-RAID Disk [hi]-Select [ESC]-Exit Figure 18 [ENTER]-Select Menu To exit the RAID BIOS utility, press or select 6. Exit in MAIN MENU. Now, you can proceed to install the SATA RAID/AHCI driver and operating system. - 79 - Configuring - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 80
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 X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 81
manually Continuous: volume is updated automatically [hi]-Change [TAB]-Next [ESC]-Previous Menu Figure 22 [ENTER]-Select Step 5: Finally press on the Create Volume item to begin creating the Recovery Volume and follow the onscreen instructions to complete. - 81 - Configuring - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 82
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 X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 83
the RAID/AHCI Driver and Operating System With the correct BIOS settings, you are ready to install the operating system. is installed, we recommend that you install all required drivers from the motherboard driver disk using "Xpress Install" to ensure system performance and compatibility. - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 84
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 disk. Then launch the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology utility from the Start menu. Step 1: Go to the Manage menu and click Rebuild - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 85
Recovery Volume only) When two hard drives are set to Recovery Volume in Update on Request mode, you can restore the master drive data to the last the recovery drive in the operating system. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete and exit the RAID Configuration Utility. Intel(R) Rapid Storage - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 86
installed on it. (Must be formatted for GPT partition.) 5. The motherboard driver disk B. Installation Guidelines B-1: Installation in AHCI mode If the SATA ) Memory System Acceleration (Note) to install. Follow the on-screen instructions to continue. The system will auto-restart. Step 2: After re- - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 87
system restarts, go to the BIOS Setup, make sure CSM Support under the BIOS menu is disabled. Step going to use. Step 5: Follow the on-screen instruction to continue the installation and then restart the system when BIOS settings will remain even after a BIOS update. - 87 - Configuring a RAID Set - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 88
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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 X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 90
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 X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 91
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, providing multiple protection for the safety and stability of your computer. What is DualBIOS™? Motherboards that support - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 92
into 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 mode or - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 93
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 USB flash drive or hard drive when the system is - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 94
instructions to complete. If the BIOS update file for your motherboard is not present on the @BIOS server site, please manually download the BIOS update file from GIGABYTE's website and follow the instructions in "Update the BIOS without Using the Internet Update Function" below. 2. Update the BIOS - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 95
help you get the most from your GIGABYTE motherboard . (Note) Using a simple, unified user interface, GIGABYTE App Center allows you to easily launch all GIGABYTE apps installed on your system, check related updates online, and download the apps, drivers, and BIOS. Running the APP Center Insert the - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 96
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 X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 97
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 X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 98
motherboard model and BIOS version. You can also use it to select the default language used by the BIOS and set the system time/power management settings. The BIOS Setup Interface Using BIOS Allows you to determine whether to display the GIGABYTE Logo at system startup. •• AC BACK: Determines - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 99
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 X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 100
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 X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 101
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 X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 102
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 X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 103
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 settings. INFO Displays the system information, including the CPU, motherboard, and memory. HW MONIT Allows you to monitor system temperatures - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 104
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 X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 105
5-2-6 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 X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 106
5-2-7 Easy RAID The GIGABYTE Easy RAID(Note) utility includes the following 'EZ' setups applications that will offer greatly simplified install and make sure the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology utility can work properly. (Note) This feature is supported only in UEFI mode. Unique Features - 106 - - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 107
XHD With GIGABYTE XHD (Note 1), users can quickly configure a RAID-ready system for RAID 0 when a new for complex and time-consuming configurations. A. System Requirements 1. An Intel® Chipset motherboard supporting RAID 2. Intel® SATA controllers set to RAID mode 3. Intel® Rapid Storage Technology - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 108
allows you to select the system bootup mode upon the return of an AC power loss. (This mode is configurable only when BIOS Fast Boot is set to Enabled or Ultra Fast.) After you configure the settings, click Save to save and click Exit. The settings will take effect on next boot - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 109
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 X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 110
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 Power Management - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 111
on the top right corner: Allows your computer to connect to the GIGABYTE RGB Fusion app installed on your handheld devices (Note 2). •• Basic ( of analog/digital colors. (Note 1) This function is available only on motherboards with an I/O shield that has audio LEDs. (Note 2) Please download - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 112
strip. Calibration - Calibrate LED colors. •• Intelligent: LEDs emit various colors based on the condition of your PC. (Note) Regions/Modes/Colors available may vary by motherboard. Unique Features - 112 - - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 113
5-2-12 Smart TimeLock GIGABYTE Smart TimeLock allows you to effectively manage computer or Internet usage time with will shutdown right away. (Note) You can set the User Password in the system BIOS Setup program to prevent the system time being changed by other users. - 113 - Unique Features - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 114
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 - 114 - - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 115
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 X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 116
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 X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 117
5-2-15 Smart HUD GIGABYTE Smart HUD provides you with the ability to watch a video on YouTube or Twitch simultaneously during gameplay by simply setting the URLs on the UI. - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 118
5-2-16 System Information Viewer GIGABYTE System Information Viewer allows you to monitor and 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 Smart Fan - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 119
5-2-17 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 X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 120
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 X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 121
Chapter 6 Appendix 6-1 Configuring Audio Input and Output 6-1-1 Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio The motherboard provides six audio jacks on the back panel which support 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel (Note) audio. The picture to the right shows the default audio jack assignments. Center/Subwoofer - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 122
panel and then go to the 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. Appendix - 122 - - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 123
* Configuring the Headphone When you connect your headphone to the Line out jack on the back panel or front panel, make sure the default playback device is configured correctly. Step 1: Locate the icon in the notification area and right-click on this icon. Select Playback devices. Step 2: On the - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 124
2. Configuring S/PDIF Out: On the Digital Output screen, click the Default Format tab and then select the sample rate and bit depth. Click OK to complete. 6-1-3 Configuring Microphone Recording Step 1: After installing the audio driver, restart your computer. On the Windows desktop, click the - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 125
Step 4: To raise the recording and playback volume for the microphone, you can set the Microphone Boost level on the right of the Recording Volume slider. * 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 - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 126
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. Appendix - 126 - - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 127
audio profiles create a unique and optimal sound experience for popular game titles and most of your playback needs. Select a BlasterX following when using the Scout Radar feature: •• The Scout Radar feature is not supported if you connect the output device to the Line out jack on the front panel - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 128
VOICE MORPH Have fun changing your voice to different characters during game play,game casting or recordings. Select one of the many Voice Morph options application language and the distance measuring unit, or check for software updates (requires an Internet connection). Or revert all of the settings - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 129
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 X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 130
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 X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 131
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 X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 132
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 X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 133
undesired operation. WARNING: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio are safe for intended operation as described in this manual. The further RF exposure reduction can be achieved if - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 134
LAN devices. Avertissement: Le guide d'utilisation des dispositifs pour réseaux locaux doit inclure des instructions précises sur les restrictions uncontrolled environment and are safe for intended operation as described in this manual. The further RF exposure reduction can be achieved if the product - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 135
use) for indoor use, in both cases for private use. 2. D.M. 28.5.03, for supply to public of RLAN access to networks and telecom services. L'uso degli apparati è regolamentato da: 1. D.L.gs 1.8.2003, n. 259, articoli 104 (attività soggette ad autorizzazione generale) se utilizzati al di fuori del - Gigabyte X299 AORUS Ultra Gaming Pro | Users Manual - Page 136
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X299 AORUS Ultra
Gaming Pro
User's Manual
Rev. 1001
12ME-X29ARGP-1001R
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