GIGABYTE Motherboard Z790M AORUS ELITE (Rev.1.0) User Manual (Version 1001)
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The Z790M AORUS ELITE AX is a powerful motherboard designed for advanced PC builders and enthusiasts building high-performance systems. This comprehensive manual serves as your essential guide, providing detailed instructions from unboxing to full operation. It covers physical hardware installation, including proper CPU/cooler mounting, memory setup (DDR5), and expansion cards. Furthermore, the guide assists with crucial steps like BIOS configuration, operating system installation, driver management, and setting up complex components like RAID arrays, ensuring you build your custom PC system flawlessly.
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Z790M AORUS ELITE AX Z790M AORUS ELITE
User's Manual Rev. 1001
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Z790M AORUS ELITE AX Z790M AORUS ELITE User's Manual Rev. 1001 For more product details, please visit GIGABYTE's website. https://www.gigabyte.com/Motherboard/Z790M-AORUS-ELITE-AX-rev-10?m=ma#kf https...
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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 LED_C2ATX_12V_2X4ATX_12V_2X2 R_USB20 CPU_FAN SYS_FAN1 D_LED2 CPU_OPT USB 2.0 Hub M2_WIFIj LGA1700 DP_HDMI20 U320G M2 A_ CP U32G2 M2 P_ SB M2 Q_ SB...
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1-2 Motherboard Block Diagram 1 P CI xp re ss x4 1 P CI xp re ss x1 PCI Express 5.0 Bus CPU CLK+/- (80~800 MHz) DDR5 5600 (Note)/5200 (Note)/4800/4400 MT/s LGA1700 CPU PCI Express 4.0 Bus DDI 1 Displa...
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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 the 13th and 12th Generation Intel® Core™, Pentium® Gold and Celeron® Processors (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) ...
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Storage Interface CPU: - 1 x M.2 connector (Socket 3, M key, type 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 SSD support) (M2A_CPU) Chipset: - 1 x M.2 connector (Socket 3, M key, type 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 SSD support) (M2Q_S...
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Back Panel 1 x USB Type-C® port, with USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 support Connectors 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)j 1 x HDMI p...
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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. SMA Antenna Connectors (2T2R)j Use this connector to connect an antenna. ...
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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 Onboard Buttons RST_SW (Reset Button) The reset button allows users to quickly turn on/off the computer in an open-case environment when they want to change hardware components or conduct hardware...
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QFLASH_PLUS (Q-Flash Plus Button) Q-Flash Plus allows you to update the BIOS when your system is off (S5 shutdown state). Save the latest BIOS on a USB thumb drive and plug it into the dedicated port,...
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2-8 Internal Connectors 1) ATX_12V_2X2/ATX_12V_2X4 11) F_PANEL 2) ATX 12) F_AUDIO 3) CPU_FAN 13) F_U32C 4) SYS_FAN1/2/3 14) F_U32 5) SYS_FAN4_PUMP 15) F_USB1/F_USB2 6) CPU_OPT 16) SPI_TPM 7) LED_C1/LE...
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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 DE BU PORT PO RT 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 connecti...
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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_ S_ F_USB3 F _S S 3 B S S S F_USB3 _ F F_USB3 F 10) M2A_CPU/M2Q_SB/M2P_SB (M.2 Socket 3 Connectors) There are two types of M.2 ...
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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 pin assignm...
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F_USB30 F_ U F_ F_ F_USB3 F 12) F_AUDIO (Front Panel Audio Header) The front panel audio header supports High Definition audio (HD). You may connect your chassis front panel audio module to this head...
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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_USB30 F_ U F_ F_ F_USB3 F 16) SPI_TPM (Trusted Platform Module Header) You may connect an SPI TPM (Trusted Platform Module) to this header. Pin No. Definition Data Output _ F _S Power (3.3V) No Pi...
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F_USB30 F_ U F_ F_ F_USB30 F_ U F_ F_ F_USB3 F F_USB30F_ U F_ F_ B S S F_USB3 F 18) THB_C1/THB_C2 (Thunderbolt™ Add-in Card Connectors) The connectors are used to connect to a GIGABYTE Thun...
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20) RST (Reset Jumper) The reset jumper can connect to the reset switch on the chassis front panel. Press the reset switch to restart the computer if the computer freezes and fails to perform a normal...
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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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European Union (EU) CE Declaration of Conformity CE Declaración de conformidad This device complies with the following directives: Electromagnetic Este producto que llevan la marca CE cumplen con las ...
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European Community Radio Equipment Directive Compliance Statement: This equipment complies with all the requirements and other relevant provisions of Radio Equipment Directive 2014/53/EU. This equipme...
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| Brand | GIGABYTE |
|---|---|
| Pages | 39 |
| File Size | 15.36 MB |
| Published | June 06, 2026 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check my motherboard's hardware revision?
The revision number is noted after 'REV:' on the board, for example, "REV: 1.0".
Where should I look for setup instructions?
Refer to the Quick Installation Guide on GIGABYTE's website for quick set-up.
What should I do before updating the BIOS or drivers?
Always check your motherboard revision number first.
Is this product suitable for home and office use in Europe?
Yes, it is suitable for home and office use in all European Community Member States and EFTA Member States.