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Chapter 5 Appendix

5-1 Configuring a RAID Set

RAID Levels

Before you begin, please prepare the following items:

This motherboard supports SATA RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, and RAID 10. Prepare the correct number of hard

drives as indicated in the table above before configuring a RAID array.

•

SATA hard drives or SSDs. To ensure optimal performance, it is recommended that you use two hard drives

with identical model and capacity.

•

Windows setup disc.

•

An Internet connected computer.

•

A USB thumb drive.

Please visit GIGABYTE's website for details on configuring a RAID array.

RAID 0

RAID 1

RAID 5

RAID 10

Minimum

Number of Hard

Drives

≥2

≥3

Array Capacity

Number of hard

drives * Size of the

smallest drive

Size of the smallest

drive

(Number of hard

drives -1) * Size of

the smallest drive

(Number of hard

drives/2) * Size of the

smallest drive

Fault Tolerance

Yes

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Page 1: ...uct are recyclable and reusable GIGABYTE works with you to protect the environment B660 AORUS MASTER B660 A MASTER DDR4 B660 AORUS MASTER DDR4 User s Manual Rev 1201 12ME B66MST4 1201R For more product details please visit GIGABYTE s website B660 A MASTER DDR4 B660 AORUS MASTER ...

Page 2: ...y any means without GIGABYTE s prior written permission No part of this manual may be reproduced copied translated transmitted or published in any form or by any means without GIGABYTE s prior written permission In order to assist in the use of this product carefully read the User s Manual For product related information check on our website at https www gigabyte com Identifying Your Motherboard R...

Page 3: ...ecifications 9 2 3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler 13 2 4 Installing the Memory 16 2 5 Installing an Expansion Card 17 2 6 Back Panel Connectors 18 2 7 Internal Connectors 20 Chapter 3 BIOS Setup 34 Chapter 4 Installing the Operating System and Drivers 36 4 1 Operating System Installation 36 4 2 Drivers Installation 37 Chapter 5 Appendix 38 5 1 Configuring a RAID Set 38 Regulatory Notices 39 Con...

Page 4: ...32C F_U32 SYS_FAN6_PUMP EC_TEMP2 EC_TEMP1 USB20 60 80 110 M2A_CPU B660 AORUS MASTER SYS_FAN1 F_USB2 D_LED1 F_AUDIO F_USB1 LED_C1 SYS_FAN3 SPI_TPM F_PANEL CPU_FAN CPU_OPT SYS_FAN4 iTE Super I O D_LED2 LED_C2 ATX_12V_2X4 ATX_12V_2X2 USB 3 2 Gen 1 Hub USB 2 0 Hub USB 3 2 Gen 1 Hub SATA3 5 7 4 6 VGA CPU BOOT DRAM DP_HDMI20 Intel 2 5GbE LAN SYS_FAN5_PUMP NOISE_SENSOR RST_SW RST SYS_FAN2 QFLED QFLASH_PL...

Page 5: ...TEMP2 EC_TEMP1 USB20 60 80 110 M2A_CPU B660 A MASTER DDR4 SYS_FAN1 F_USB2 D_LED1 F_AUDIO F_USB1 LED_C1 SYS_FAN3 SPI_TPM F_PANEL CPU_FAN CPU_OPT SYS_FAN4 iTE Super I O D_LED2 LED_C2 ATX_12V_2X4 ATX_12V_2X2 USB 3 2 Gen 1 Hub USB 2 0 Hub USB 3 2 Gen 1 Hub SATA3 5 7 4 6 VGA CPU BOOT DRAM DP_HDMI20 Intel 2 5GbE LAN SYS_FAN5_PUMP NOISE_SENSOR RST_SW RST SYS_FAN2 QFLED QFLASH_PLUS 60 80 110 M2P_SB 60 80 ...

Page 6: ...playPort x4 1 PCI Express x4 M 2 WIFI PCI Express 4 0 Bus 1 PCI Express x16 x16 1 M 2 Socket 3 M2M_SB x1 PCI Express x1 DDR5 4800 4000 MHzj DDR4 3200 3000 2933 2666 2400 2133 MHzk DDI HDMI 2 0 Switch or PCI Express 4 0 Bus 1 M 2 Socket 3 M2A_CPU PCI Express 4 0 Bus 1 M 2 Socket 3 M2P_SB eSPI Bus SPI Bus iTE Super I O 1 USB Type C with USB 3 2 Gen 2x2 support 1 USB 3 2 Gen 2 Type A BIOS TPM 4 USB 2...

Page 7: ...User s Manual 5 5 One antenna 5 5 Two SATA cables 5 5 One noise detection cable 5 5 M 2 screws 5 5 One G Connector The box contents above are for reference only and the actual items shall depend on the product package you obtain The box contents are subject to change without notice ...

Page 8: ...tatic electricity Prior to installing the motherboard please have it on top of an antistatic pad or within an electrostatic shielding container Before connecting or unplugging the power supply cable from the motherboard make sure the power supply has been turned off Before turning on the power make sure the power supply voltage has been set according to the local voltage standard Before using the ...

Page 9: ...tion of 4096x2304 60 Hz Support for DisplayPort 1 2 version and HDCP 2 3 1 x HDMI port supporting a maximum resolution of 4096x2160 60 Hz Support for HDMI 2 0 version and HDCP 2 3 Graphics specifications may vary depending on CPU support Audio Realtek ALC1220 VB CODEC The back panel line out jack supports DSD audio High Definition Audio 2 4 5 1 7 1 channel Support for S PDIF Out LAN Intel 2 5GbE L...

Page 10: ...ATA RAID 0 RAID 1 RAID 5 and RAID 10 Intel Optane Memory Ready System acceleration with Intel Optane Memory can only be enabled on the M 2 connectors supported by the Chipset USB Chipset 1 x USB Type C port on the back panel with USB 3 2 Gen 2x2 support 1 x USB Type C port with USB 3 2 Gen 2 support available through the internal USB header 1 x USB 3 2 Gen 2 Type A port red on the back panel 4 x U...

Page 11: ...h USB 3 2 Gen 2x2 support 1 x USB 3 2 Gen 2 Type A port red 4 x USB 3 2 Gen 1 ports 4 x USB 2 0 1 1 ports 2 x SMA antenna connectors 2T2R 1 x DisplayPort 1 x HDMI 2 0 port 1 x RJ 45 port 1 x optical S PDIF Out connector 5 x audio jacks I O Controller iTE I O Controller Chip Hardware Monitor Voltage detection Temperature detection Fan speed detection Water cooling flow rate detection Fan fail warni...

Page 12: ...press Install Bundled Software Norton Internet Security OEM version cFosSpeed Operating System Support for Windows 11 64 bit Support for Windows 10 64 bit Form Factor ATX Form Factor 30 5cm x 24 4cm GIGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to the product specifications and product related information without prior notice Please visit the Support Utility List page on GIGABYTE s website to do...

Page 13: ...t Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing the CPU to prevent hardware damage Locate the pin one of the CPU The CPU cannot be inserted if oriented incorrectly Or you may locate the notches on both sides of the CPU and alignment keys on the CPU socket Apply an even and thin layer of thermal grease on the surface of the CPU Do not turn on the com...

Page 14: ...pen the metal load plate with the plastic protective cover attached to it Hold the CPU with your fingers by the edges Align the CPU pin one marking triangle with the pin one corner of the CPU socket or you may align the CPU notches with the socket alignment keys and gently insert the CPU into position Make sure the CPU is properly installed and then close the load plate The plastic protec tive cov...

Page 15: ...e user s manual for your CPU cooler u v Apply an even and thin layer of thermal grease on the surface of the installed CPU Place the cooler atop the CPU aligning the four push pins through the pin holes on the motherboard Push down on the push pins diagonally j j k k w Finally attach the power connector of the CPU cooler to the CPU fan header CPU_FAN on the motherboard CPU_FAN ...

Page 16: ...al Channel memory mode will double the original memory bandwidth The four memory sockets are divided into two channels and each channel has two memory sockets as following Channel A DDR5_A1j DDR4_A1k DDR5_A2j DDR4_A2k Channel B DDR5_B1j DDR4_B1k DDR5_B2j DDR4_B2k Recommended Dual Channel Memory Configuration DDR5_A1j DDR4_A1k DDR5_A2j DDR4_A2k DDR5_B1j DDR4_B1k DDR5_B2j DDR4_B2k 2 Modules DS SS DS...

Page 17: ...xpansion slot 1 Locate an expansion slot that supports your card Remove the metal slot cover from the chassis back panel 2 Align the card with the slot and press down on the card until it is fully seated in the slot 3 Make sure the metal contacts on the card are completely inserted into the slot 4 Secure the card s metal bracket to the chassis back panel with a screw 5 After installing all expansi...

Page 18: ...ification and is compatible to the USB 3 2 Gen 1 and USB 2 0 specification Use this port for USB devices Before using Q Flash Plus Note make sure to insert the USB flash drive into this port first USB Type C Port The reversible USB port supports the USB 3 2 Gen 2x2 specification and is compatible to the USB 3 2 Gen 2 USB 3 2 Gen 1 and USB 2 0 specifications Use this port for USB devices USB 3 2 Ge...

Page 19: ...orts audio amplifying function For better sound quality it is recommended that you connect your headphone speaker to this jack actual effects may vary by the device being used Mic In Side Speaker Out The Mic in jack Audio Jack Configurations Jack Headphone 2 channel 4 channel 5 1 channel 7 1 channel Center Subwoofer Speaker Out a a Rear Speaker Out a a a Line In Side Speaker Out a Line Out Front S...

Page 20: ...evice and before turning on the computer make sure the device cable has been securely attached to the connector on the motherboard 1 ATX_12V_2X2 ATX_12V_2X4 2 ATX 3 CPU_FAN 4 SYS_FAN1 2 3 4 5 SYS_FAN5 6_PUMP 6 CPU_OPT 7 EC_TEMP1 EC_TEMP2 8 LED_C1 LED_C2 9 D_LED1 D_LED2 10 M2A_CPU M2P_SB M2M_SB 11 SATA3 4 5 6 7 12 BAT 13 F_PANEL 14 F_AUDIO 15 F_U32C 16 F_U32 17 F_USB1 F_USB2 18 SPI_TPM 19 THB_C1 TH...

Page 21: ... it is recommended that a power supply that can withstand high power consumption be used 500W or greater If a power supply is used that does not provide the required power the result can lead to an unstable or unbootable system ATX_12V_2X4 ATX Pin No Definition Pin No Definition 1 3 3V 13 3 3V 2 3 3V 14 12V 3 GND 15 GND 4 5V 16 PS_ON soft On Off 5 GND 17 GND 6 5V 18 GND 7 GND 19 GND 8 Power Good 2...

Page 22: ... system fan be installed inside the chassis CPU_FAN 1 1 SYS_FAN1 SYS_FAN2 SYS_FAN3 SYS_FAN4 Pin No Definition 1 GND 2 Voltage Speed Control 3 Sense 4 PWM Speed Control 5 SYS_FAN5 6_PUMP System Fan Water Cooling Pump Headers The fan pump headers 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 conn...

Page 23: ...f insertion design Most fan headers possess a foolproof insertion design When connecting a fan cable be sure to connect it in the correct orientation the black connector wire is the ground wire The speed control function requires the use of a fan with fan speed control design 1 Pin No Definition 1 GND 2 Voltage Speed Control 3 Sense 4 PWM Speed Control 1 Connector CPU_FAN SYS_FAN1 4 SYS_FAN5 6_PUM...

Page 24: ...nnected to Pin 1 of the addressable LED strip header Incorrect connection may lead to the damage of the LED strip 1 D_LED2 8 LED_C1 LED_C2 RGB LED Strip Headers The headers can be used to connect a standard 5050 RGB LED strip 12V G R B with maximum power rating of 2A 12V and maximum length of 2m Pin No Definition 1 12V 2 G 3 R 4 B 1 LED_C2 1 LED_C1 DEBUG PORT DEBUG PORT Addressable LED Strip 1 F_U...

Page 25: ...crewdriver to unfasten the screw on the heatsink and then remove the heatsink Remove the protective film from the thermal pad on the M 2 connector only the M2A_CPU connector has the heatsink Step 2 Locate the proper mounting hole based on the length of your M 2 SSD drive If needed move the standoff to the desired mounting hole Insert the M 2 SSD into the M 2 connector at an angle Step 3 Press the ...

Page 26: ...ter and unplug the power cord 2 Gently remove the battery from the battery holder and wait for one minute Or use a metal object like a screwdriver to touch the positive and negative terminals of the battery holder making them short for 5 seconds 3 Replace the battery 4 Plug in the power cord and restart your computer Always turn off your computer and unplug the power cord before replacing the batt...

Page 27: ...tem startup status by issuing a beep code One single short beep will be heard if no problem is detected at system startup HD Hard Drive Activity LED Connects to the hard drive activity LED on the chassis front panel The LED is on when the hard drive is reading or writing data RES Reset Switch Connects to the reset switch on the chassis front panel Press the reset switch to restart the computer if ...

Page 28: ...2 3 1 2 3 1 2 3 1 1 1 1 B S S S _S S 3 B S S S U _ _ 3 F_USB3 F S _ S F B_ _ _ _ _B S _S _ S _ 9 1 10 2 Some chassis provide a front panel audio module that has separated connectors on each wire instead of a single plug For information about connecting the front panel audio module that has different wire assignments please contact the chassis manufacturer 15 F_U32C USB Type C Header with USB 3 2 G...

Page 29: ...3 1 2 3 1 1 1 1 B S S S _S S 3 B S S S U _ S _ S _ S F B_ _ _ S _S _ 20 1 10 11 17 F_USB1 F_USB2 USB 2 0 1 1 Headers The headers conform to USB 2 0 1 1 specification Each USB header can provide two USB ports via an optional USB bracket For purchasing the optional USB bracket please contact the local dealer Pin No Definition 1 Power 5V 2 Power 5V 3 USB DX 4 USB DY 5 USB DX 6 USB DY 7 GND 8 GND 9 No...

Page 30: ...2 Thunderbolt Add in Card Connectors The connectors are used to connect to a GIGABYTE Thunderbolt add in card Supports a Thunderbolt add in card B_ _ S F_ B USB 0_ B B_ B_ F_USB3 F_USB30 3 S S_F _ S S_ _ B _ U _ B S U _ _ 3 F_USB3 F F F _ 0 _ 0 F _ F _ _ _ _B S _S _ S F_ B USB 0_ B B_ B_ F_USB3 F_USB30 3 _ _3 U S _ S S_F _ 1 1 THB_C2 THB_C1 12 11 2 1 _ U _ B U _ _ 3 F_USB3 F F _ 0 _ 0 F _ F _ _ _B...

Page 31: ...ually configure the BIOS settings please navigate to the BIOS Setup page of GIGABYTE s website for more information Open Normal Short Clear CMOS Values 20 NOISE_SENSOR Noise Detection Header This header can be used to connect a noise detection cable to detect the noise inside the case Pin No Definition 1 Noise Detection 2 GND Before connecting the cable to the header make sure to remove the jumper...

Page 32: ...ks please navigate to the BIOS Setup page of GIGABYTE s website and search for RST_SW MULTIKEY for more information 1 Pin No Definition 1 Reset 2 GND RST_SW To enable the Q Flash Plus function please navigate to the Unique Features page of GIGABYTE s website for more information 23 QFLASH_PLUS Q Flash Plus Button Q Flash Plus allows you to update the BIOS when your system is off S5 shutdown state ...

Page 33: ...he status LEDs show whether the CPU memory graphics card and operating system are working properly after system power on If the CPU DRAM VGA LED is on that means the corresponding device is not working normally if the BOOT LED is on that means you haven t entered the operating system yet S _ B_ U USB 0_ B B_ F_USB3 F_USB30 3 CPU DRAM VGA BOOT ...

Page 34: ... downloads the latest version of BIOS from the Internet and updates the BIOS For instructions on using the Q Flash and BIOS utilities please navigate to the Unique Features page of GIGABYTE s website and search for BIOS Update Utilities Chapter 3 BIOS Setup Because BIOS flashing is potentially risky if you do not encounter problems using the current version of BIOS it is recommended that you not f...

Page 35: ... or the down arrow key i to select the first boot device then press Enter to accept The system will boot from the device immediately Note The setting in Boot Menu is effective for one time only After system restart the device boot order will still be based on BIOS Setup settings END Q FLASH Press the End key to access the Q Flash utility directly without having to enter BIOS Setup first Function K...

Page 36: ... website browse to the motherboard model s web page download the Intel SATAPreinstall driver file on the Support Download SATA RAID AHCI page unzip the file and copy the files to your USB thumb drive Step 2 Boot from the Windows setup disc and perform standard OS installation steps When the screen requesting you to load the driver appears select Browse Step 3 Insert the USB thumb drive and then br...

Page 37: ...e Settings IO Ports APP Center Download Install Configuration APP Center Download Install is set to Enabled Please visit GIGABYTE s website for more software information Please visit GIGABYTE s website for more troubleshooting information Before the installation make sure the system is connected to the Internet When the End User License Agreement dialog box appears press Accept to install APP Cent...

Page 38: ...l performance it is recommended that you use two hard drives with identical model and capacity Windows setup disc An Internet connected computer A USB thumb drive Please visit GIGABYTE s website for details on configuring a RAID array RAID 0 RAID 1 RAID 5 RAID 10 Minimum Number of Hard Drives 2 2 3 4 Array Capacity Number of hard drives Size of the smallest drive Size of the smallest drive Number ...

Page 39: ...an cause interference with and or damage to this device The maximum allowed antenna gain for use with this device is 6dBi in order tocomply with the E I R P limit for the 5 25 to 5 35 and 5 725 to 5 85 GHz frequency range in point to point operation To comply with RF exposure requirements all antennas should be located at a minimum distance of 20cm or the minimum separation distance allowed by the...

Page 40: ...m das seguintes Diretivas UE Diretiva Baixa Tensão 2014 35 EU Diretiva CEM 2014 30 EU Diretiva RSP 2011 65 UE e a declaração 2015 863 A conformidade com estas diretivas é veriﬁcada utilizando as normas europeias harmonizadas CE Declaración de conformidad Este producto que llevan la marca CE cumplen con las siguientes Directivas de la Unión Europea Directiva EMC 2014 30 EU Directiva de bajo voltaje...

Page 41: ...orner of the Motherboard For example REV 1 0 means the revision of the motherboard is 1 0 Motherboard revision no Wireless module manufacturer model name B660 AORUS MASTER rev 1 0 B660 A MASTER DDR4 rev 1 1 Intel Corporation AX201NGW B660 AORUS MASTER rev 1 1 B660 A MASTER DDR4 rev 1 2 Intel Corporation AX200NGW B660 AORUS MASTER rev 1 2 B660 A MASTER DDR4 rev 1 3 Intel Corporation AX211NGW Europe...

Page 42: ... 42 Country approvals for wireless module AX211NGW ...

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