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  • Gigabyte Z790 AORUS TACHYON X | User Manual - Page 1
    Z790 AORUS TACHYON X User's Manual Rev. 1001 GIGABYTE will reduce paper use in order to fulfill the responsibilities of a global citizen. Also, to reduce the impacts on global warming, the packaging materials of this product are recyclable and reusable. GIGABYTE works with you to protect the
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    „„ For detailed product information, carefully read the User's Manual. „„ For quick set-up of the product, refer to the Quick Installation Guide on GIGABYTE's website. https://download.gigabyte.com/FileList/Manual/mb_manual_installation-guide_12QM-100xR.pdf For product-related information, check on
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    Table of Contents Chapter 1 Product Introduction 4 1-1 Motherboard Layout 4 1-2 Motherboard Block Diagram 5 Chapter 2 Hardware Installation 6 2-1 Installation Precautions 6 2-2 Product Specifications 7 2-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler 10 2-4 Installing the Memory 13 2-5 Installing an
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    TGR BIOS_SW SB ASMedia® USB 3.2 Gen 2 Controller BBIOS_LED B_BIOS F_U320G F_U32G2 MBIOS_LED M_BIOS M2M_SB M2Q_SB M2P_SB Z790 AORUS TACHYON X 110 80 110 80 ATX Intel® Z790 CODEC 110 80 PCIEX8 F_AUDIO PCIEX4 iTE® Super I/O BAT USB 2.0 Hub NOISE_SENSOR ARGB_V2_1 SYS_FAN5_ THB_C2
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    Bus x4 x4 x4 3 M.2 Socket 3 (M2P_SB, M2Q_SB, M2M_SB) SPI Dual BIOS Bus eSPI iTE® Bus Super I/O PS/2 keyboard/mouse Intel® Z790 2 USB Type-C®, with USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 support 3 USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A 2 USB 3.2 Gen 1 x4 PCI Express 3.0 Bus PCI Express Bus x1 ASMedia® USB 3.2 Gen 2 Controller x1
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    (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.
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    the 14th, 13th, and 12th Generation Intel® Core™, Pentium® Gold and Celeron® Processors (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) ŠŠ L3 cache varies with CPU Chipset Š Intel® Z790 Express Chipset Memory Onboard Graphics Audio ŠŠ 14th and 13th Generation Intel® Core™ i9/i7
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    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 2x2 support 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A port (red) 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 header 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers 1 x noise detection header 2 x Thunderbolt™ add-in card connectors
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    64-bit E-ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 27.0cm * GIGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to the product specifications and product-related information without prior notice. && Please visit the SERVICE/SUPPORT\Utility page on GIGABYTE's website to download the latest version of apps. https://www
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    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 . && Please visit GIGABYTE's website for details on hardware installation. https://www.gigabyte.com/WebPage/210/quick-guide.html?m=sw - 10 -
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    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
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    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
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    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 and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing the memory to
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    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
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    this port for USB devices. 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 3.2 Gen 1 and USB 2.0 specification. Use , please navigate to the "Unique Features" page of GIGABYTE's website for more information. - 15 -
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    port first. USB Type-C® Port (with USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Support) The reversible USB port supports the USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 specification and is compatible to the USB driver. && Please visit GIGABYTE's website for details on configuring the audio software. https://www.gigabyte.com/WebPage/698/realtek1220-audio
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    may shutdown and data loss or damage may occur. •• 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). - 17 -
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    again. CPU Clock Up Button (CLK+): This button allows you to manually increase the CPU base clock speed (BCLK). Press once to increase the temperature and allows for a firmware update even without a CPU installed. Visit GIGABYTE's website for more usages and features. OC Trigger Switch (TGR): This
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    S _S _ S _ B_ B_ Pin 1 VCORE_DIE Pin 1 VCORE_SKT Pin 1 VCORE_IO S _S _ S _ SF B S S B SSS F_USB30 F_USB30 F_USB30 F_USB30 F_USB30 S 3S 3 S 3 S_ S_ S_ S_ S_ S3 S3 S3 S3 S3 S_ Voltage Measurement Points Use a multimeter to measure the following motherboard voltages. CPU_AUX Pin 1 CPU_VDD2
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    2-8 Internal Connectors 51 1 74 55 18 17 14 6 2 13 14 3 11 8 16 9 9 6 21 10 9 19 20 5 12 15 22 1) ATX_12V_2X4_1/ATX_12V_2X4_2 2) ATX 3) OC_PEG 4) CPU_FAN 5) SYS_FAN1/2/3/4 6) SYS_FAN5_PUMP/SYS_FAN6_PUMP 7) CPU_OPT 8) EC_TEMP1/EC_TEMP2 9) ARGB_V2_1/ARGB_V2_3/ARGB_V2_3 10) LED_C 11) NOISE_SENSOR
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    _F 1/2) ATX_12V_2X4_1/ATX_12V_2X4_2/ATX (2x4 12V Power Connectors and 2x12 Main _ Power Connector) With the use of the power connector, the power supply can supply eno_u0gh staFble power to all the components on the motherboard. Before connecting the power connector, first make sure the power
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    23 1 23 S S B_ B 3) OC_PEG (PCIe Power Connector) _S The power connector provide auxiliary power to the onboard PCI Express x16 sloS_ts. When two or more graphics cards are installed, we recommend that you connect the power cable from_B the power supply to the connector to ensure system
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    inside the chassis. The header also provides speed control for a water cooling pump. Please navigate to the "BIOS Setup" page of GIGABYTE's website and search for "Smart Fan 6" for more information. 1 SYS_FAN6_PUMP 1 SYS_FAN5_PUMP Pin No. 1 2 3 4 Definition GND Voltage Speed Control Sense PWM
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    . B _ Addressable RGB Gen2 LED Strip 1 For more information on the noise detection function, please navigate to the "Unique Features" page of GIGABYTE's website and search for "FAN Control." • To avoid abnormal LED behavior, do not connect addressable RGB Gen1 LED strips and addressable RGB
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    of the LED strip, please navigate to the "Unique Features" page of GIGABYTE's website. Before installing or removing the devices, be sure to turn off detection function, please navigate to the "Unique Features" page of GIGABYTE's website and search for "FAN Control." Before connecting the cable to
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    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 "CGo.nQfBigOuFrMing aGR.AQIBDOSFMet" page of GIGABYTE's website for instructions on configuring a RAID array. _3 U 7 7 SATA3 5 7 46
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    type of M.2 SSDs is supported by the M.2 socket you want to use. Please note that an M.2 PCIe SSD cannot be used to create a RAID set e_i3ther witUh an M.2 SATA SSD or a SATA hard drive. Please navigate to the "Configuring a RAID Set" page of GIGABYTE's website for instructions on configuring a RAID
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    using the power switch (please navigate to the "BIOS Setup" page of GIGABYTE's website and search for "Soft-Off by PWR-BTTN" for more information). •• 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
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    Panel Audio Header) _ The front panel audio header supports High Definition audio (HD). You may connect your chassis 1 23 1 1 23 1 F_ 17) F_U320G (USB Type-C® Header, with USB SF3_.2 Gen 2x2 Support) The header conforms to USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 specification and can provide one USB port. B_ USB 0_
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    F_ _ B S B_ B SS S SF _S S_ _ 18) F_U32G2 (USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A Port (Red)) B The USB port makes it easier to save data, flash the BIOS or install software in open bench testing platforms whether Ufor extreme overclocking or simply pretesting the__ PU C before final component installation
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    to prevent damage to the USB bracket. 21) THB_C1/THB_C2 (Thunderbolt™ Add-in Card Connectors) The connectors are used to connect to a GIGABYTE Thunderbolt™ add-in card. S_ B_ USB 0_ B _ _ 1 THB_C1 1 THB_C2 F_USB3 F F_USB30 3 S S_F B_ S F_ _ _ _B F_USB3 B F_USB3 B _ S S_F B_ B_
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    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). - 32 -
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    button. For instructions on using the Q-Flash and Q-Flash Plus utilities, please navigate to the "Unique Features" page of GIGABYTE's website and search for "BIOS Update Utilities." •• Because BIOS flashing is potentially risky, if you do not encounter problems using the
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    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
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    driver first during the OS installation process. Refer 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
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    the system is connected to the Internet. && Please visit GIGABYTE's website for more software information. https://www.gigabyte.com/WebPage/1053/intel700-refresh-app.html && Please visit GIGABYTE's website for more troubleshooting information. https://www.gigabyte.com/WebPage/351/faq.html - 36 -
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    Yes Before you begin, please prepare the following items: This motherboard supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, and RAID 10. Prepare the correct SATA hard drive. && Please visit GIGABYTE's website for details on configuring a RAID array. https://www.gigabyte.com/WebPage/1054/intel700-refresh-raid.html -
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    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
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    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. - 39 -
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    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 stared (
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    Code D2 D3 D4 D5 D6 D7 D8 D9~DA DB DC DE~DF E8 E9 EA EB EC~EF F8 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
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    Information Product Name: Motherboard Trade Name: GIGABYTE Model Number: Z790 AORUS TACHYON X Responsible Party - U.S. Contact Information: 1992. Proper operation of this radio according to the instructions found in this manual will result in exposure substantially below the FCC's recommended
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    Directive 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, your local government office, your household waste disposal service or where you purchased the product for details of
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    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
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Z790 AORUS TACHYON X
User's Manual
Rev. 1001
GIGABYTE will reduce paper use in order to fulfill the responsibilities of a global citizen.
Also, 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.