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The revision number on your motherboard looks like this: "REV: X.X." For example, "REV: 

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Summary of Contents for X570S AORUS PRO AX

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 X570S AORUS PRO AX User s Manual Rev 1101 12ME X57SPOW 1101R ...

Page 2: ... s prior written permission Documentation Classifications In order to assist in the use of this product GIGABYTE provides the following types of documentations 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 https www gigabyte com Ide...

Page 3: ...Memory 11 1 5 Installing an Expansion Card 12 1 6 Setting up AMD CrossFire Configuration 12 1 7 Back Panel Connectors 13 1 8 Internal Connectors 15 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 26 2 1 Startup Screen 26 2 2 The Main Menu 27 2 3 Smart Fan 6 28 2 4 Favorites F11 29 2 5 Tweaker 30 2 6 Settings 33 2 7 System Info 38 2 8 Boot 39 2 9 Save Exit 42 Chapter 3 Appendix 43 3 1 Configuring a RAID Set 43 3 2 Drivers In...

Page 4: ...EX16 F_U32C SYS_FAN5_PUMP SYS_FAN4 SYS_FAN2 EC_TEMP1 CODEC X570S AORUS PRO AX F_PANEL F_USB1 SYS_FAN6_PUMP F_USB2 USB 2 0 Hub D_LED2 TPM LED_C1 LED_C2 D_LED1 F_AUDIO F_U32_2 SYS_FAN3 SYS_FAN1 LED_CPU CPU_FAN CPU_OPT iTE Super I O M2A_CPU 42 80 110 M2B_SB 42 80 110 SATA3 4 2 0 5 3 1 BAT Intel 2 5 GbE LAN Socket AM4 M2_WIFI 42 80 110 M2C_SB ASMedia USB 3 2 Gen 2x2 Controller Box Contents 5 5 X570S A...

Page 5: ...y by CPU PCI Express 4 0 Note 3 0 Bus 1 USB Type C with USB 3 2 Gen 2 support 1 USB Type C with USB 3 2 Gen 2x2 support AM4 CPU PCIe 4 0 Note x4 Center Subwoofer Speaker Out Line Out MIC Line In S PDIF Out Rear Speaker Out CODEC 1 USB 3 2 Gen 2 Type A 3 USB 3 2 Gen 1 AMD X570 1 HDMI 2 1 1 M 2 Socket 3 M2A_CPU 1 M 2 Socket 3 M2B_SB x1 M 2 WIFI x1 Switch or LPC Bus SPI Bus iTE Super I O TPM BIOS ASM...

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: ...eme Memory Profile XMP memory modules Go to GIGABYTE s website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory modules Onboard Graphics Note 1 Integrated Graphics Processor 1 x HDMI port supporting a maximum resolution of 4096x2160 60 Hz Support for HDMI 2 1 version HDCP 2 3 and HDR Maximum shared memory of 16 GB Audio Realtek ALC1220 VB Audio CODEC The back panel line out jack supports DSD audi...

Page 8: ...ting PCIe 4 0 Note 2 3 0 x4 mode Multi Graphics Technology Note 3 Support forAMD Quad GPU CrossFire and 2 WayAMD CrossFire technologies Storage Interface 1 x M 2 connector M2A_CPU integrated in the CPU supporting Socket 3 M key type 2242 2280 22110 SSDs AMD Ryzen 5000 Series 3000 Series Processors support SATA and PCIe 4 0 x4 x2 SSDs AMD Ryzen 5000 G Series 4000 G Series 3000 G Series 2000 Series ...

Page 9: ...nnector 1 x CPU fan header 1 x water cooling CPU fan header 4 x system fan headers 2 x system fan water cooling pump headers 2 x addressable LED strip headers 2 x RGB LED strip headers 1 x CPU cooler LED strip RGB LED strip header 3 x M 2 Socket 3 connectors 6 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 2 support 2 x USB 3 2 Ge...

Page 10: ...plication may also vary depending on motherboard specifications BIOS EasyTune Fast Boot Game Boost ON OFF Charge RGB Fusion Smart Backup System Information Viewer Support for Q Flash Plus Support for Q Flash Support for Xpress Install Bundled Software Norton Internet Security OEM version cFosSpeed Operating System Support for Windows 10 64 bit Form Factor ATX Form Factor 30 5cm x 24 4cm GIGABYTE r...

Page 11: ...e that the motherboard supports the CPU Go to GIGABYTE s website for the latest CPU support list Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing the CPU to prevent hardware damage Locate the pin one of the CPU The CPU cannot be inserted if oriented incorrectly Apply an even and thin layer of thermal grease on the surface of the CPU Do not turn on the ...

Page 12: ...rds and driver version Refer to the manual that came with your graphics cards for more information about enabling CrossFire technology Note 1 ForAMD Ryzen 5000 Series 5000 G Series 4000 G Series 3000 Series 2000 Series Processors only Note 2 The bridge connector s may be needed or not depending on your graphics cards 1 6 Setting up AMD CrossFire Configuration Note 1 A System Requirements Windows 1...

Page 13: ... to HDMI The item name may differ depending on your operating system 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 this port for USB devices Q Flash Plus Button Note 1 Q Flash Plus allows you to update the BIOS when your system is off S5 shutdown state Save the latest BIOS on a USB ...

Page 14: ...an external audio system that supports digital optical audio Before using this feature ensure that your audio system provides an optical digital audio in connector Line In Side Speaker Out The line in jack Use this audio jack for line in devices such as an optical drive walkman etc Line Out Front Speaker Out The line out jack This jack supports audio amplifying function For better sound quality it...

Page 15: ...g the device and before turning on the computer make sure the device cable has been securely attached to the connector on the motherboard 1 ATX_12V1 ATX_12V 2 ATX 3 CPU_FAN 4 SYS_FAN1 2 3 4 5 SYS_FAN5_PUMP SYS_FAN6_PUMP 6 CPU_OPT 7 EC_TEMP1 EC_TEMP2 8 D_LED1 D_LED2 9 LED_CPU 10 LED_C1 LED_C2 11 SATA3 0 1 2 3 4 5 12 M2A_CPU M2B_SB M2C_SB 13 F_PANEL 14 F_AUDIO 15 F_U32C 16 F_U32_1 F_U32_2 17 F_USB1 ...

Page 16: ...ion requirements 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 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 Go...

Page 17: ...rol design 1 Pin No Definition 1 GND 2 Voltage Speed Control 3 Sense 4 PWM Speed Control Pin No Definition 1 GND 2 Voltage Speed Control 3 Sense 4 PWM Speed Control 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...

Page 18: ...cables to the headers for temperature detection Pin No Definition 1 SENSOR IN 2 GND 1 1 EC_TEMP1 EC_TEMP2 Before installing the devices be sure to turn off the devices and your computer Unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the devices 9 LED_CPU CPU Cooler LED Strip RGB LED Strip Header The header can be used to connect a CPU cooler LED strip or a standard 5050 RGB LED s...

Page 19: ...2V 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 Connect one end of the RGB LED strip extension cable to the header and the other end to your RGB LED strip The black wire marked with a triangle on the plug of the extension cable must be connected to Pin 1 12V of this header The 12V pin marked with an arrow on the other end of the extension...

Page 20: ...ten the screw on the heatsink and then remove the heatsink Remove the protective film from the thermal pad on the M 2 connector 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 M 2 SSD down and then use the included screw to secure it in th...

Page 21: ...SSD a a a a a a No M 2 SSD Installed a a a a a a a Available r Not available The M2B_SB connector supports only PCIe SSDs Connector M2C_SB SATA3 0 SATA3 1 SATA3 2 SATA3 3 SATA3 4 SATA3 5 M 2 SATA SSD a a a a a a M 2 PCIe SSD a a a a r r No M 2 SSD Installed a a a a a a a Available r Not available Connector M2A_CPU SATA3 0 SATA3 1 SATA3 2 SATA3 3 SATA3 4 SATA3 5 M 2 SATA SSD a a a a a a M 2 PCIe SS...

Page 22: ...ower 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 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 t...

Page 23: ...s 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 2 0 1 1 header Prior to installing the USB bracket be sure to turn off your computer and unplug the power cord from ...

Page 24: ...gurations date and time information in the CMOS when the computer is turned off Replace the battery when the battery voltage drops to a low level or the CMOS values may not be accurate or may be lost You may clear the CMOS values by removing the battery 1 Turn off your computer and unplug the power cord 2 Gently remove the battery from the battery holder and wait for one minute Or use a metal obje...

Page 25: ...tatus 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 CPU CPU status LED DRAM Memory status LED VGA Graphics card status LED BOOT Operating system status LED B_ USB 0_ B...

Page 26: ...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 results Inadequately altering the settings may result in system s failure to boot If this occurs try to clear the CMOS values and reset the board to default values Refer to the Load Optimized Defaults sectio...

Page 27: ...ous BIOS settings for the current submenus F6 Display the Smart Fan 6 screen F7 Load the Optimized BIOS default settings for the current submenus F8 Access the Q Flash utility F10 Save all the changes and exit the BIOS Setup program F11 Switch to the Favorites submenu F12 Capture the current screen as an image and save it to your USB drive Insert Add or remove a favorite option Ctrl S Display info...

Page 28: ...ents Default Silent Allows the fan to run at slow speeds Manual Allows you to drag the curve nodes to adjust fan speed Or you can use the EZ Tuning feature After adjusting the node position press Apply to automatically calculate the slope of the curve Full Speed Allows the fan to run at full speeds Fan Control Use Temperature Input Allows you to select the reference temperature for fan speed contr...

Page 29: ...he fan speed stepwise based on the temperature FAN PUMP Fail Warning Allows the system to emit warning sound if the fan pump is not connected or fails Check the fan pump condition or fan pump connection when this occurs Default Disabled Save Fan Profile This function allows you to save the current settings to a profile You can save the profile in the BIOS or select Select File in HDD FDD USB to sa...

Page 30: ... CPU cores or individual cores Default All cores CCD0 CCX0 1 Ratio Note Allows you to manually set the core ratio for the CPU CCX0 1 cores This item is configurable only when CPU Ratio Mode is set to Per CCX Default Auto CPU Clock Ratio Allows you to alter the clock ratio for the installed CPU The adjustable range is dependent on the CPU being installed GFX Clock Frequency Note Allows you to alter...

Page 31: ...f CPU cores may vary by CPU Default Auto SMT Mode Allows you to enable or disable the CPU Simultaneous Multi Threading technology Default Auto CPPC Note 1 Enables or disables the CPPC feature Default Auto CPPC Preferred Cores Note 1 Enables or disables the CPPC Preferred Cores feature Default Auto Active OC Tuner Note 2 Enables or disables the Active OC Tuner feature Default Disabled Extreme Memor...

Page 32: ... Info Displays information on the installed memory Power Down Enable Enables or disables Power Down support Default Auto CPU Vcore Dynamic Vcore DVID VCORE SOC Dynamic VCORE SOC DVID CPU VDD18 CPU VDDP DRAM Voltage CH A B DDRVPP Voltage CH A B DRAM Termination CH A B VDDP Voltage Control Note VDDG Voltage Control Note These items allow you to adjust the CPU Vcore and memory voltages CPU VRM Settin...

Page 33: ...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 When the power supply is 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 Determ...

Page 34: ... when UMA Mode is set to UMA Specified Display Resolution Note Allows you to set the display resolution Options are Auto default 1920x1080 and below 2560x1600 3840x2160 This item is configurable only when UMA Mode is set to UMA Auto HD Audio Controller Enables or disables the onboard audio function Default Enabled If you wish to install a 3rd party add in audio card instead of using the onboard au...

Page 35: ... a list of connected USB mass storage devices This item appears only when a USB storage device is installed NVMe Configuration Displays information on your M 2 NVME PCIe SSD if installed SATA Configuration SATA Mode Enables or disables RAID for the SATAcontrollers integrated in the Chipset or configures the SATAcontrollers to AHCI mode RAID Enables RAID for the SATA controller AHCI Configures the ...

Page 36: ...the system is on On Enables the selected lighting mode when the system is on Default LEDs in Sleep Hibernation and Soft Off States Allows you to set the lighting mode of the motherboard LEDs in system S3 S4 S5 state This item is configurable when LEDs in System Power On State is set to On Off Disables the selected lighting mode when the system enters S3 S4 S5 state Default On Enables the selected ...

Page 37: ...abled Clears the record of previous chassis intrusion status and the Case Open field will show No at next 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 it will show No To clear the chassis intrusion status record set Reset Case Open Status to Enab...

Page 38: ...is hour minute and second For example 1 p m is 13 00 00 Use Enter to switch between the Hour Minute and Second fields and use the Page Up or Page Down key to set the desired value Access Level Displays the current access level depending on the type of password protection used If no password is set the default will display as Administrator The Administrator level allows you to make changes to all B...

Page 39: ... under the Administrator Password User Password item Setup A password is only required for entering the BIOS Setup program System A password is required for booting the system and for entering the 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 Logo when the system starts up Default Enabled ...

Page 40: ...ct whether to enable the legacy option ROM for the LAN controller Default Disabled This item is configurable only when CSM Support is set to Enabled Storage Boot Option Control Allows you to select whether to enable the UEFI or legacy option ROM for the storage device controller Disabled Disables option ROM UEFI Only Enables UEFI option ROM only Default Legacy Only Enables legacy option ROM only T...

Page 41: ...ess Enter on the password item and when requested for the password enter the correct one first When prompted for a new password press Enter without entering any password Press Enter again when prompted to confirm NOTE Before setting the User Password be sure to set the Administrator Password first Secure Boot Allows you to enable or disable Secure Boot and configure related settings This item is c...

Page 42: ...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 43: ...from your power supply to the hard drives B Configuring SATA controller mode in BIOS Setup Make sure to configure the SATA controller mode correctly in system BIOS Setup Steps Turn on your computer and press Delete to enter BIOS Setup during the POST Power On Self Test Under Settings IO Ports set SATA Configuration SATA Mode to RAID Then save the settings and restart your computer If you want to u...

Page 44: ...AMD RAID Bottom Device first and click Next to load the driver Then select AMD RAID Controller and click Next to load the driver Finally continue the OS installation C UEFI RAID Configuration Steps 1 In BIOS Setup go to Boot and set CSM Support to Disabled Save the changes and exit BIOS Setup 2 After the system reboot enter BIOS Setup again Then enter the Settings RAIDXpert2 Configuration Utility ...

Page 45: ...stall the drivers and GIGABYTE applications via APP Center Click Install to proceed with the installation In BIOS Setup make sure Settings IO Ports APP Center Download Install Configuration APP Center Download Install is set to Enabled 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 Center ...

Page 46: ...rference 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 module appro...

Page 47: ...s 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 201...

Page 48: ...t 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 States The low band 5 15 5 35 GHz is for indoor use only AT BE BG CH CY CZ DE DK EE EL ES FI FR HR HU IE IS IT LI LT LU LV MT NL PL PT RO SE SI SK TR UK Wireless module country appro...

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