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BIOS

 

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1 x 64 Mbit flash

 

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Use of licensed AMI UEFI BIOS

 

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PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.7, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 5.0

Unique Features  

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Support for APP Center

*   Available applications 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 Management

-  RGB Fusion

-  Smart Backup

-  Smart Keyboard

-  Smart TimeLock

-  System Information Viewer

-  USB Blocker

- V-Tuner

 

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Support for 3TB+ Unlock

 

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Support for Q-Flash

 

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Support for Xpress Install

Bundled 

Software

 

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Norton

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 Internet Security (OEM version)

 

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Intel

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 Optane

 Memory Ready

 

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cFosSpeed

Operating 

System

 

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Support for Windows 10 64-bit (for 7th Generation Intel

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 processors)

 

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 Support for Windows 10 64-bit/Windows 8.1 64-bit/Windows 7 32-bit/64-bit (for 

6th Generation Intel

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 processors)

*   Please download the "Windows USB Installation Tool" from GIGABYTE's website 

and install it before installing Windows 7.

Form Factor

 

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Mini-ITX Form Factor; 17.0cm x 17.0cm

*   GIGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to the product specifications and product-related information without 

prior notice.

Please visit GIGABYTE's website 

for support lists of CPU, memory 

modules, SSDs, and M.2 devices.

Please visit the 

Support\Utility List

 

page on GIGABYTE's website to 

download the latest version of apps.

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Summary of Contents for GA-Z270N-Gaming 5

Page 1: ...ng the packaging materials of this product are recyclable and reusable GIGABYTE works with you to protect the environment For more product details please visit GIGABYTE s website GA Z270N Gaming 5 User s Manual Rev 1001 12ME Z270NG5 1001R ...

Page 2: ...Motherboard GA Z270N Gaming 5 Jan 24 2017 Jan 24 2017 Motherboard GA Z270N Gaming 5 Wireless Module Country Approvals See the latest safety and regulatory documents at GIGABYTE s website ...

Page 3: ...ransmitted or published in any form or by any means without GIGABYTE s prior written permission For quick set up of the product read the Quick Installation Guide included with the product For detailed product information carefully read the User s Manual For product related information check on our website at http www gigabyte com Identifying Your Motherboard Revision The revision number on your mo...

Page 4: ... Installing the Memory 10 1 5 Installing an Expansion Card 11 1 6 Back Panel Connectors 11 1 7 Internal Connectors 13 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 21 2 1 Startup Screen 21 2 2 M I T 22 2 3 System 29 2 4 BIOS 30 2 5 Peripherals 33 2 6 Chipset 36 2 7 Power 37 2 8 Save Exit 39 Chapter 3 Appendix 40 3 1 Configuring a RAID Set 40 3 2 Drivers Installation 42 Regulatory Statements 46 Contact Us 48 ...

Page 5: ...Motherboard driver disk 5 5 Wireless module driver disk 5 5 User s Manual 5 5 Two SATA cables 5 5 Quick Installation Guide 5 5 I O Shield 5 5 One antenna KB_MS_USB30 CLR_CMOS USB31 TYPEC DP_HDMI SYS_FAN1 SYS_FAN2 LGA1151 ATX GA Z270N Gaming 5 F_AUDIO AUDIO F_USB DDR4_2 DDR4_1 BAT ATX_12V_2X4 Intel Z270 ANTENNA BRACKET USB30_LAN CODEC SPEAKER iTE Super I O Note F_PANEL OCT_CON WIFI Module SPDIF_O C...

Page 6: ...a metal object to eliminate static 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 volta...

Page 7: ...cs Processor Intel HD Graphics support 1 x DisplayPort supporting a maximum resolution of 4096x2304 60 Hz Support for DisplayPort 1 2 version 1 x HDMI port supporting a maximum resolution of 4096x2160 24 Hz Support for HDMI 1 4 version Maximum shared memory of 1 GB Audio Realtek ALC1220 codec High Definition Audio 2 4 5 1 7 1 channel To configure 7 1 channel audio you have to use an HD front panel...

Page 8: ...r 1 x front panel audio header 1 x USB 3 1 Gen 1 header 1 x USB 2 0 1 1 header 1 x S PDIF Out header 1 x speaker header 1 x Clear CMOS jumper 1 x chassis intrusion header 1 x OC Touch header 1 x RGB RGBW LED strip extension cable header Back Panel Connectors 1 x PS 2 keyboard mouse port 2 x SMA antenna connectors 2T2R 1 x DisplayPort 1 x HDMI port 1 x USB 3 1 Gen 2 Type A port red 1 x USB Type C p...

Page 9: ...for Xpress Install Bundled Software Norton Internet Security OEM version Intel Optane Memory Ready cFosSpeed Operating System Support for Windows 10 64 bit for 7th Generation Intel processors Support for Windows 10 64 bit Windows 8 1 64 bit Windows 7 32 bit 64 bit for 6th Generation Intel processors Please download the Windows USB Installation Tool from GIGABYTE s website and install it before ins...

Page 10: ...r hardware specifications including the CPU graphics card memory hard drive etc 1 3 Installing the CPU Installing the CPU Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the CPU Do not remove the CPU socket cover before inserting the CPU It may pop off from the load plate automatically during the process of re engaging the lever after you insert the CPU 1 4 Installing th...

Page 11: ... bi directional audio transmission DisplayPort can support both DPCP and HDCP content protection mechanisms You can use this port to connect your DisplayPort supported monitor Note The DisplayPort Technology can support a maximum resolution of 4096x2304 60 Hz but the actual resolutions supported depend on the monitor being used Due to CPU limitations read the following guidelines before installing...

Page 12: ...ible to the USB 3 1 Gen 1 and USB 2 0 specification Use this port for USB devices RJ 45 LAN Port The Gigabit Ethernet LAN port provides Internet connection at up to 1 Gbps data rate The following describes the states of the LAN port LEDs Line In Blue The line in jack Use this audio jack for line in devices such as an optical drive walkman etc Line Out Green The line out jack This jack supports aud...

Page 13: ... Unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the 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 4 3 9 1 ATX_12V_2X4 2 ATX 3 CPU_FAN 4 SYS_FAN1 2 5 BAT 6 SATA3 0 1 2 3 7 M2P_32G 8 F_PANEL 9 F_AUDIO 10 SPEAKER 11 SPDIF_O 12 F_USB30 13 F_USB 14 CLR_CMOS 15 CI 16 OCT_C...

Page 14: ... 5 GND 17 GND 6 5V 18 GND 7 GND 19 GND 8 Power Good 20 NC 9 5VSB stand by 5V 21 5V 10 12V 22 5V 11 12V Only for 2x12 pin ATX 23 5V Only for 2x12 pin ATX 12 3 3V Only for 2x12 pin ATX 24 GND Only for 2x12 pinATX ATX_12V_2X4 Pin No Definition Pin No Definition 1 GND Only for 2x4 pin 12V 5 12V Only for 2x4 pin 12V 2 GND Only for 2x4 pin 12V 6 12V Only for 2x4 pin 12V 3 GND 7 12V 4 GND 8 12V ATX_12V_2...

Page 15: ...MOS values by removing the battery cable 1 Turn off your computer and unplug the power cord 2 Unplug the the battery cable from the battery cable header and wait for one minute 3 Plug in the battery cable 4 Plug in the power cord and restart your computer Always turn off your computer and unplug the power cord before replacing the battery Replace the battery with an equivalent one Danger of explos...

Page 16: ... motherboard Locate the proper mounting hole for the M 2 SSD to be installed and then screw the nut first Step 2 Slide the M 2 SSD into the connector at an angle Step 3 Press the M 2 SSD down and then secure it with the screw F_ _ B B S_ B S B_ B _ S S_ _ B _ U _ B S S U 1 2 3 _ _ 3 F_USB3 F F _ 0 S S _ _B 60 80 SATA3 0 SATA3 1 SATA3 2 SATA3 3 M 2 SATA SSD r a a a M 2 PCIe x4 SSD a a a a M 2 PCIe ...

Page 17: ...tart NC Purple No connection PLED Power LED Yellow System Status LED S0 On S3 S4 S5 Off Connects to the power status indicator on the chassis front panel The LED is on when the system is operating The LED is off when the system is in S3 S4 sleep state or powered off S5 9 F_AUDIO Front Panel Audio Header The front panel audio header supports Intel High Definition audio HD and AC 97 audio You may co...

Page 18: ...o connect an HDMI display to the graphics card and have digital audio output from the HDMI display at the same time For information about connecting the S PDIF digital audio cable carefully read the manual for your expansion card Pin No Definition 1 SPDIFO 2 GND 1 12 F_USB30 USB 3 1 Gen 1 Header The headers conform to USB 3 1 Gen 1 and USB 2 0 specification and can provide two USB ports For purcha...

Page 19: ...r conforms 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 Pin No Definition 1 Power 5V 6 USB DY 2 Power 5V 7 GND 3 USB DX 8 GND 4 USB DY 9 No Pin 5 USB DX 10 NC Do not plug the IEEE 1394 bracket 2x5 pin cable into the USB header Prior to installing the USB b...

Page 20: ... RGB RGBW LED Strip Extension Cable Header The header can be used to connect a standard 5050 RGB RGBW LED strip 12V G R B W with maximum power rating of 2A 12V and maximum length of 2m ConnectoneendoftheRGB RGBW LEDstripextensioncabletotheheader and the other end to your RGB RGBW LED strip The black wire marked with a triangle on the plug of the extension cable must be connected to Pin 1 12V of th...

Page 21: ...er 2 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 flash the BIOS To flash the BIOS do it with caution Inadequate BIOS flashing may result in system malfunction It is recommended that you not alter the default settings unless you need to to prevent system instability or other unexpected result...

Page 22: ...tant It is highly recommended that the CPU frequency be set in accordance with the CPU specifications Host Clock Value This value changes with the CPU Base Clock setting Graphics Slice Ratio Note Allows you to set the Graphics Slice Ratio Graphics UnSlice Ratio Note Allows you to set the Graphics UnSlice Ratio CPU Upgrade Note Allows you to set the CPU frequency Options may vary depending on the C...

Page 23: ...f the specified value is exceeded the CPU will automatically reduce the core frequency in order to reduce the power Auto sets the power limit according to the CPU specifications Default Auto Core Current Limit Amps Allows you to set a current limit for CPU Turbo mode When the CPU current exceeds the specified current limit the CPU will automatically reduce the core frequency in order to reduce the...

Page 24: ...ate limit for the processor Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting Default Auto CPU Thermal Monitor Note 1 Enables or disables Intel Thermal Monitor function a CPU overheating protection function When enabled the CPU core frequency and voltage will be reduced when the CPU is overheated Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting Default Auto CPU EIST Function Note 1 En...

Page 25: ...r CMOS jumper in Chapter 1 for how to clear the CMOS values Enable Fast Boot Skip memory detection and training in some specific criteria for faster memory boot Disable Fast Boot Detect and train memory at every single boot Memory Enhancement Settings Provides several memory performance enhancement settings Normal basic performance Relax OC Enhanced Stability and Enhanced Performance Default Norma...

Page 26: ...pecifications Default Auto CPU Vcore Protection Allows you to set the over current protection level for the CPU Vcore voltage The adjustable range is from 150 0mV to 400 0mV Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting Default Auto CPU Vcore Current Protection Allows you to set the over current protection level for the CPU Vcore voltage Auto Lets the BIOS automatically configure this se...

Page 27: ...d to the motherboard CI header If the system chassis cover is removed this field will show Yes otherwise it will show No To clear the chassis intrusion status record set Reset Case Open Status to Enabled save the settings to the CMOS and then restart your system CPU Vcore CPU VCCSA DRAM Channel A B Voltage 3 3V 5V 12V CPU VAXG Displays the current system voltages Miscellaneous Settings Max Link Sp...

Page 28: ...temperature for fan speed control Temperature Interval Allows you to select the temperature interval for fan speed change Fan Control Mode Auto Lets the BIOS automatically detect the type of fan installed and sets the optimal control mode Default Voltage Voltage mode is recommended for a 3 pin fan PWM PWM mode is recommended for a 4 pin fan Temperature Displays the current temperature of the selec...

Page 29: ...BIOS settings the User level only allows you to make changes to certain BIOS settings but not all System Language Selects the default language used by the BIOS System Date Sets the system date The date format is week read only month date and year Use Enter to switch between the Month Date and Year fields and use the Page Up or Page Down key to set the desired value System Time Sets the system time...

Page 30: ... Removable storage devices that support GPT format will be prefixed with UEFI string on the boot device list To boot from an operating system that supports GPT partitioning select the device prefixed with UEFI string Or if you want to install an operating system that supports GPT partitioning such as Windows 7 64 bit select the optical drive that contains the Windows 7 64 bit installation disk and...

Page 31: ...abled before the OS boot process completes Enabled All PS 2 devices are functional in the operating system and during the POST Default This item is configurable only when Fast Boot is set to Enabled This function is disabled when Fast Boot is set to Ultra Fast NetWork Stack Driver Support Disabled Disables booting from the network Default Enabled Enables booting from the network This item is confi...

Page 32: ...nistrator password Press Enter on this item type the password and then press Enter You will be requested to confirm the password Type the password again and press Enter You must enter the administrator password or user password at system startup and when entering BIOS Setup Differing from the user password the administrator password allows you to make changes to all BIOS settings User Password All...

Page 33: ...on the motherboard Default Enabled RGB Fusion Allows you to set the LED lighting mode for the motherboard Off Disables this function Pulse Mode All LEDs simultaneously fade in and fade out Color Cycle All LEDs simultaneously cycle through a full spectrum of colors Static Mode All LEDs emit a single color Default Flash Mode All LEDs simultaneously flash on and off Intel Platform Trust Technology PT...

Page 34: ...bles IPv6 PXE Support This item is configurable only when Network Stack is enabled Ipv6 HTTP Support Enables or disables HTTP boot support for IPv6 This item is configurable only when Network Stack is enabled PXE boot wait time Allows you to configure how long to wait before you can press Esc to abort the PXE boot This item is configurable only when Network Stack is enabled Default 0 Media detect ...

Page 35: ... the Chipset or configures the SATAcontrollers to AHCI mode Intel RST Premium With Intel Optane System Acceleration EnablesRAIDfortheSATAcontroller AHCI Configures the SATA controllers to AHCI mode Advanced Host Controller Interface AHCI is an interface specification that allows the storage driver to enable advanced Serial ATA features such as Native Command Queuing and hot plug Default Aggressive...

Page 36: ...rty add in audio card instead of using the onboard audio set this item to Disabled PCH LAN Controller Enables or disables the onboard LAN function Default Enabled If you wish to install a 3rd party add in network card instead of using the onboard LAN set this item to Disabled Wake on LAN Enable Enables or disables the wake on LAN function Default Enabled High Precision Timer Enables or disables Hi...

Page 37: ...able only when Platform Power Management is set to Enabled Default Enabled AC BACK Determines the state of the system after the return of power from an AC power loss Always Off The system stays off upon the return of the AC power Default Always On The system is turned on upon the return of the AC power Memory The system returns to its last known awake state upon the return of the AC power Power On...

Page 38: ...WR BTTN Configures the way to turn off the computer in MS DOS mode using the power button Instant Off Press the power button and then the system will be turned off instantly Default Delay 4 Sec Press and hold the power button for 4 seconds to turn off the system If the power button is pressed for less than 4 seconds the system will enter suspend mode Power Loading Enables or disables dummy load Wh...

Page 39: ...the device you select and select Yes to confirm Your system will restart automatically and boot from that device Save Profiles This function allows you to save the current BIOS settings to a profile You can create up to 8 profiles and save as Setup Profile 1 Setup Profile 8 Press Enter to complete Or you can select Select File in HDD FDD USB to save the profile to your storage device Load Profiles...

Page 40: ... depend on the motherboard you have and the BIOS version 3 1 Configuring a RAID Set RAID Levels 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 of hard drives 1 Size of the smallest drive Number of hard drives 2 Size of the smallest drive Fault Tolerance No Yes Yes Yes C 1 Using EZ ...

Page 41: ... Skip this step and proceed with 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 Save the changes and exit BIOS Setup After the POST memory test begins and before the operating system boot begins look for a message which says Press Ctrl I to enter Configuration Utilit...

Page 42: ... the location of the driver The locations of the drivers are as follows Windows 32 bit iRST f6flpy x86 Windows 64 bit iRST f6flpy x64 4 When a screen as shown select Intel Chipset SATA RAID Controller and click Next to load the driver and continue the OS installation Please visit GIGABYTE s website for more software information Please visit GIGABYTE s website for details on configuring the audio s...

Page 43: ...ntenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult a dealer or experienced TV radio technician for help The user may find the following booklet prepared by the Federal Communications Commission helpful The Interference Handbook This booklet is available from the U S Gover...

Page 44: ...50 MHz and 5650 5850 MHz and that these radars could cause interference and or damage to LE LAN devices Avertissement Le guide d utilisation des dispositifs pour réseaux locaux doit inclure des instructions précises sur les restrictions susmentionnées notamment i les dispositifs fonctionnant dans la bande 5 150 5 250 MHz sont réservés uniquement pour une utilisation à l intérieur afin de réduire l...

Page 45: ...ivity subject to general authorization for outdoor use and article 105 free 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 proprio fondo e 105 libero uso se utiliz...

Page 46: ...tment collection recycling and disposal of electric and electronic devices and their components Under the Directive used equipment must be marked collected separately and disposed of properly WEEE Symbol Statement The symbol shown below is on the product or on its packaging which indicates that this product must not be disposed of with other waste Instead the device should be taken to the waste co...

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