Gigabyte Motherboard GA-AB350M-DS2 (rev.1.x) User Manual - English (version 1001)
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Discover comprehensive setup instructions for the GA-AB350M-DS2 Motherboard. This technical manual is essential for PC builders and system users, providing detailed guides on everything from initial hardware installation—including CPU and RAM setup—to advanced BIOS configuration and peripheral connectivity. Follow step-by-step procedures to ensure proper integration and optimal performance of your new system components.
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GA-AB350M-DS2
User's Manual Rev. 1001
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GA-AB350M-DS2 User's Manual Rev. 1001 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 reu...
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Motherboard GA-AB350M-DS2 Motherboard GA-AB350M-DS2 Feb. 24, 2017 Feb. 24, 2017 Copyright © 2017 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. All rights reserved. The trademarks mentioned in this manual are legally...
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Table of Contents GA-AB350M-DS2 Motherboard Layout ...........................................................................4 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation ...........................................
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GA-AB350M-DS2 Motherboard Layout DV VG CPU_FAN ATX_12V KB_MS_USB30 SYS_FAN1 Socket AM4 R_USB31 USB30_LAN DD R4 _2 M_BIOSB_BIOS SA TA DD R4 _1 AUDIO PCIEX16 GA-AB350M-DS2 Realtek® Gb E LAN PCIEX1_1 AMD...
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Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 1-1 Installation Precautions The motherboard contains numerous delicate electronic circuits and components which can become damaged as a result of electrostatic dischar...
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1-2 Product Specifications CPU AM4 Socket: AMD Ryzen™ processor - AMD 7th Generation A-series/Athlon™ processors (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) Chipset AMD B350 Memory 2 x...
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Internal 1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector Connectors 1 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector 1 x CPU fan header 1 x system fan header 4 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors 1 x front panel header 1 x front panel audi...
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Unique Features 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 specificatio...
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1-3 Installing the CPU 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.) A...
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Due to CPU limitations, read the following guidelines before installing the memory in Dual Channel mode. 1. Dual Channel mode cannot be enabled if only one memory module is installed. 2. When enabling...
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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. Connection/ Speed LED Activity LED Activit...
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1-7 Internal Connectors 1) ATX_12V 9) F_AUDIO 2) ATX 10) SPDIF_O 3) CPU_FAN 11) F_USB30 4) SYS_FAN1 12) F_USB1/F_USB2 5) SATA3 0/1/2/3 13) TPM 6) F_PANEL 14) COM 7) SPEAKER 15) CLR_CMOS 8) CI 16) BAT ...
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DEBUG PORT DEBUG 1/2) ATX_12V/ATX (2x4 12V Power Connector and 2x12 Main Power Connector) DEBUG DEBUG With the use of the power connector, the power supply can supply enough stable power to all the co...
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DEBUG PORT DEBUG PORT DEBUG DEBUG PORT PORT 5) SATA3 0/1/2/3 (SATA 6Gb/s Connectors) The SATA connectors conform to SATA 6Gb/s standard and are compatible with SATA 3Gb/s and SATA 1.5Gb/s standard. Ea...
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DEBUG PORT 7) SPEAKER (Speaker Header) Connects to the speaker on the chassis front panel. The system reports system startup status by issuing a beep code. One single short beep will be heard if no pr...
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10) SPDIF_O (S/PDIF Out Header) This header supports digital S/PDIF Out and connects a S/PDIF digital audio cable (provided by expansion cards) for digital audio output from your motherboard to certai...
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13) TPM (Trusted Platform Module Header) You may connect a TPM (Trusted Platform Module) to this header. Pin No. Definition Pin No. Definition LCLK LAD0 GND GND LFRAME NC No Pin NC LRESET SB3V DEBUG N...
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16) 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. Replace the battery when the batt...
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Chapter 2 BIOS Setup BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) records hardware parameters of the system in the CMOS on the motherboard. Its major functions include conducting the Power-On Self-Test (POST)...
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Whether the system will work stably with the overclock/overvoltage settings you made is dependent on your overall system configurations. Incorrectly doing overclock/overvoltage may result in damage to...
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AMD Cool&Quiet function Enabled Lets the AMD Cool'n'Quiet driver dynamically adjust the CPU clock and VID to reduce heat output from your computer and its power consumption. (Default) Disabled Dis...
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Profile DDR Voltage When using a non-XMP memory module or Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) is set to Disabled, the value is displayed according to your memory specification. When Extreme Memory Profile...
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Smart Fan 5 Settings Monitor Allows you to select a target to monitor and to make further adjustment. (Default: CPU FAN) Fan Speed Control Allows you to determine whether to enable the fan speed contr...
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2-3 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. System Language Sel...
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2-4 BIOS Boot Option Priorities Specifies the overall boot order from the available devices. Removable storage devices that support GPT format will be prefixed with "UEFI:" string on the boo...
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SATA Support All Sata Devices All SATA devices are functional in the operating system and during the POST. Last Boot HDD Only Except for the previous boot drive, all SATA devices are disabled before t...
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Other PCI Device ROM Priority Allows you to select whether to enable the UEFI or Legacy option ROM for the PCI device controller other than the LAN, storage device, and graphics controllers. Disabled ...
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2-5 Peripherals AMD CPU f TPM Enables or disables the TPM 2.0 function integrated in the AMD CPU. (Default: Disabled) Primary Video Device (Note) Specifies the first initiation of the monitor display ...
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USB Storage Devices Displays a list of connected USB mass storage devices. This item appears only when a USB storage device is installed. Trusted Computing Enables or disables Trusted Platform Module ...
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2-6 Chipset IOMMU Enables or disables AMD IOMMU support. (Default: Auto) Integrated Graphics (Note) Enables or disables the onboard graphics function. Auto The BIOS will automatically enable or disabl...
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2-7 Power AC BACK Determines the state of the system after the return of power from an AC power loss. Memory The system returns to its last known awake state upon the return of the AC power. Always On...
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Soft-Off by PWR-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) D...
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2-8 Save & Exit Save & Exit Setup Press <Enter> on this item and select Yes. This saves the changes to the CMOS and exits the BIOS Setup program. Select No or press <Esc> to return...
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Chapter 3 Appendix 3-1 Configuring a RAID Set RAID Levels RAID 0 RAID 1 RAID 10 Minimum Number of Hard ≥2 Drives Array Capacity Number of hard Size of the smallest (Number of hard drives * Size of the...
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5. After setting the capacity, move to Create Array and press <Enter> to begin. 6. After completing, you'll be brought back to the Array Management screen. Under Manage Array Properties you can ...
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3-2 Drivers Installation Before installing the drivers, first install the operating system. (The following instructions use Windows 10 as the example operating system.) After installing the operating ...
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Regulatory Statements Regulatory Notices This document must not be copied without our written permission, and the contents there of must not be imparted to a third party nor be used for any unauthoriz...
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FCC Notice (U.S.A. Only) This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide rea...
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Contact Us GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. Address: No.6, Baoqiang Rd., Xindian Dist., New Taipei City 231, Taiwan TEL: +886-2-8912-4000, FAX: +886-2-8912-4005 Tech. and Non-Tech. Support (Sales/Market...
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| Brand | GIGABYTE |
|---|---|
| Pages | 39 |
| File Size | 10.47 MB |
| Published | May 30, 2026 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I identify my motherboard's revision number?
The revision number is marked on the motherboard and will appear in the format of "REV: X.X."
What precautions should I take during installation?
Be careful as the components are delicate; electrostatic discharge (ESD) can cause damage.
Where is product-related information available?
You can find product support and details on GIGABYTE's website at http://www.gigabyte.com
What does the manual provide regarding environmental impact?
The packaging materials used for this product are recyclable and reusable.