Gigabyte Motherboard Z690 GAMING X DDR4 (Rev.1.0) User Manual English (Version 1002)
Summary
This comprehensive user manual is essential reference material for PC enthusiasts and builders setting up their Z690 GAMING X DDR4 motherboard. It provides step-by-step guidance covering everything from initial hardware installation—including CPU, memory modules, and expansion cards—to advanced configurations like BIOS setup and operating system driver installation. Use this guide to ensure a successful and safe assembly process for your powerful new PC build.
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Z690 GAMING X Z690 GAMING X DDR4
User's Manual Rev. 1002 12ME-Z69GX4-1002R
Z690 GAMING X Z690 GAMING X DDR4
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Z690 GAMING X Z690 GAMING X DDR4 User's Manual Rev. 1002 12ME-Z69GX4-1002R Z690 GAMING X Z690 GAMING X DDR4 For more product details, please visit GIGABYTE's website. To reduce the impacts on global w...
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Copyright © 2023 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. All rights reserved. The trademarks mentioned in this manual are legally registered to their respective owners. Disclaimer Information in this manual is...
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Table of Contents Chapter 1 Product Introduction .......................................................................................4 1-1 Motherboard Layout ..........................................
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Chapter 1 Product Introduction 1-1 Motherboard Layout CPU_OPT LED_C2ATX_12V_2X4 D_LED2 USB20 CPU_FAN ATX_12V_2X2 USB 2.0 Hub ATX LGA1700 DP_HDMI20 M2 M_ SB M2 Q_ SB M2 P_ SB M2 A_ CP Z6 AM IN U32_LAN ...
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CPU_OPT LED_C2ATX_12V_2X4 D_LED2 USB20 CPU_FAN ATX_12V_2X2 USB 2.0 Hub ATX LGA1700 DP_HDMI20 M2 M_ SB M2 Q_ SB M2 P_ SB M2 A_ CP Z6 AM IN DD R4 U32_LAN DD R4 _A DD R4 _A AUDIO DD R4 _B DD R4 _B SA TA ...
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1-2 Box Contents Z690 GAMING X or Z690 GAMING X DDR4 motherboard User's Manual Two SATA cables M.2 screws * The box contents above are for reference only and the actual items shall depend on the produ...
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Chapter 2 Hardware Installation 2-1 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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2-2 Product Specifications CPU LGA1700 socket: Support for 13th Generation Intel® Core™ Processors and 12th Generation Intel® Core™, Pentium® Gold and Celeron® Processors (Go to GIGABYTE's website for...
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Storage Interface CPU: - 1 x M.2 connector (Socket 3, M key, type 2260/2280/22110 PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 SSD support) (M2A_CPU) Chipset: - 2 x M.2 connector (Socket 3, M key, type 2260/2280/22110 PCIe 4.0 x4/...
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Back Panel 1 x USB Type-C® port, with USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 support Connectors 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports (red) 3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 1 x HDMI port 1 x Display Port 1 x RJ-45 por...
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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. Z690 GAMING X Z690 GA...
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2-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler 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 s...
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B. Installing the CPU Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU into the motherboard CPU socket. Finger Tab jGently press the CPU socket lever handle down and away from the socket. kComple...
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C. Installing the CPU Cooler Be sure 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 you...
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2-4 Installing the Memory Read the following guidelines before you begin to install the memory: Make sure that the motherboard supports the memory. It is recommended that memory of the same capacity, ...
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2-5 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...
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2-6 Back Panel Connectors USB 2.0/1.1 Port The USB port supports the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Use 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...
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RJ-45 LAN Port The Gigabit Ethernet LAN port provides Internet connection at up to 2.5 Gbps data rate. The following describes the states of the LAN port LEDs. Activity LEDSpeed LED Speed LED: Activit...
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2-7 Internal Connectors 1) ATX_12V_2X2/ATX_12V_2X4 12) F_AUDIO 2) ATX 13) F_U32C 3) CPU_FAN 14) F_U32 4) SYS_FAN1/2/3 15) F_USB1/F_USB2 5) SYS_FAN4_PUMP 16) SPI_TPM 6) CPU_OPT 17) THB_C1/THB_C2 7) SAT...
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DEBUG PORT DEBUG PORT 1/2) ATX_12V_2X2/ATX_12V_2X4/ATX (2x2, 2x4, 12V Power Connectors and 2x12 Main Power Connector) With the use of the power connector, the power supply can supply enough stable pow...
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DEBUG PORT DEBUG PORT DEBUG PORT 3/4) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN1/2/3 (Fan Headers) All fan headers on this motherboard are 4-pin. Most fan headers possess a foolproof insertion design. When connecting a fan cab...
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DEBUG PORT 6) CPU_OPT (Water Cooling CPU Fan Header) The fan header is 4-pin and possesses a foolproof insertion design. Most fan headers possess a foolproof insertion design. When connecting a fan ca...
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F_USB30 F_ U F_ F_ F_ US B3 F_ F_ F_ F_USB3 F S F F_ US B3 8) D_LED1/D_LED2 (Addressable LED Strip Headers) The headers can be used to connect a standard 5050 addressable LED strip, with maximum po...
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F_USB30 F_ U F_ F_ F_USB30 F_ U F_ F_ F_USB30 F_ U F_ F_ F_USB30 F_ U F_ F_ F_USB3 F _S F_USB3 F _SB S 3 B S S S F_USB3 F _ F _SB F_USB3 F 10) M2A_CPU/M2P_SB/M2Q_SB/M2M_SB (M.2 Sock...
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Installation Notices for the M.2 and SATA Connectors: The availability of the SATA connectors may be affected by the type of device installed in the M.2 sockets. The M2M_SB connector shares bandwidth ...
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DEBUG PORT 11) F_PANEL (Front Panel Header) Connect the power switch, reset switch, speaker, chassis intrusion switch/sensor and system status indicator on the chassis to this header according to the ...
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F_USB30 F_ U F_ F_ F_USB3 F 12) F_AUDIO (Front Panel Audio Header) B_ The front panel audio header supports High Definition audio (HD). You may connect your chassis front panel audio module to this h...
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F_USB30 F_ U F_ F_ 14) F_U32 (USB 3.2 Gen 1 Header) The header conforms to USB 3.2 Gen 1 and USB 2.0 specification and can provide two USB ports. For purchasing the optional 3.5" front panel that...
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F_USB30F_ U F_ F_ F_USB30 F_ U F_ F_ F_USB30 _SB F_USB3 F F_USB3 F 16) SPI_TPM (Trusted Platform Module Header) You may connect an SPI TPM (Trusted Platform Module) to this header. _SB _3 ...
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18) CLR_CMOS (Clear CMOS Jumper) Use this jumper to clear the BIOS configuration and reset the CMOS values to factory defaults. To clear the CMOS values, use a metal object like a screwdriver to touch...
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20) RST_SW/RST (Reset Button/Reset Jumper) The reset button (RST_SW) allows users to quickly turn on/off the computer in an open-case environment when they want to change hardware components or conduc...
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F_USB30 F_USB30 F_ U F_ U F_ F_ F_ F_ _SB _SB F_USB3 F F_USB3 F 22) CPU/DRAM/VGA/BOOT (Status LEDs) The status LEDs show whether the CPU, memory, graphics card, and operating system are working prop...
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Chapter 3 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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Startup Screen: The following startup Logo screen will appear when the computer boots. Function Keys Function Keys: <DEL>: BIOS SETUP\Q-FLASH Press the <Delete> key to enter BIOS Setup or ...
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Chapter 4 Installing the Operating System and Drivers 4-1 Operating System Installation With the correct BIOS settings, you are ready to install the operating system. If you want to install an operati...
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4-2 Drivers Installation After you install the operating system, a dialog box will appear on the bottom-right corner of the desktop asking if you want to download and install the drivers and GIGABYTE ...
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Chapter 5 Appendix 5-1 Configuring a RAID Set RAID Levels RAID 0 RAID 1 RAID 5 RAID 10 Minimum Number of Hard ≥2 ≥3 Drives Number of hard (Number of hard (Number of hard Size of the smallest Array Cap...
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Regulatory Notices United States of America, Federal Communications Commission Statement Supplier's Declaration of Conformity 47 CFR § 2.1077 Compliance Information Product Name: Motherboard Trade Nam...
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| Brand | GIGABYTE |
|---|---|
| Pages | 40 |
| File Size | 15.13 MB |
| Published | June 06, 2026 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I determine my motherboard's current revision number?
Look for the revision number on your board; it will be indicated as "REV: X.X."
What should I check before updating the BIOS or drivers?
You must check your motherboard revision ("REV: X.X.") first to ensure compatibility and accurate technical information.
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