Gigabyte Z170n-gaming 5 Manual

Dual	Channel	Memory	Configuration
This motherboard provides two memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. After the memory 
is  installed,  the  BIOS  will  automatically  detect  the  specifications  and  capacity  of  the  memory.  Enabling  Dual 
Channel memory mode will double the original memory bandwidth.
The two memory sockets are divided into two channels:
 Channel A: DDR4_1
 Channel B: DDR4_2
Due to CPU limitations, read the following guidelines before installing \
the...

DVI-D Port (Note)
The DVI-D port conforms to the DVI-D specification and supports a maximum resolution of 1920x1200@60 
Hz (the actual resolutions supported depend on the monitor being used). Connect a monitor that sup\
ports 
DVI-D connection to this port.
HDMI Port
The HDMI port is HDCP compliant and supports Dolby True HD and DTS HD 
Master Audio formats. It also supports up to 192KHz/16bit 8-channel LPCM audio 
output. You can use this port to connect your HDMI-supported monitor. The maximum...

 •When removing the cable connected to a back panel connector, first remove the cable from your 
device and then remove it from the motherboard.
 •When removing the cable, pull it straight out from the connector. Do not rock it side to side to prevent 
an electrical short inside the cable connector.
If you want to install a Side Speaker, you need to retask either the Line in or Mic in jack to be Side 
Speaker out through the audio driver. Please visit GIGABYTE's website for more software...

3/4) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN (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 orient\
ation (the black connector wire is 
the ground wire). The speed control function requires the use of a fan with fan speed control design. For 
optimum heat dissipation, it is recommended that a system fan be install\
ed inside the chassis.
CPU_FAN:Pin No.Definition
1GND
2+12V
3Sense
4Speed...

6) SATA EXPRESS (SATA Express Connector)
  Each SATA Express connector supports a single SATA Express device.
F_USB30
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7) 
SATA3 0/1/2/3/4/5 (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. Each SATA connector supports a single...

Select the proper hole for the M.2 SSD to be installed and refasten the \
screw and nut.
8) M.2 (M.2 Socket 3 Connector)
  The M.2 connector supports M.2 SATA SSDs and M.2 PCIe SSDs and support RAID configuration through 
the Intel® Chipset. Please note that an M.2 PCIe SSD cannot be used to create a RAID set either with an 
M.2 SATA SSD or a SATA hard drive and can only be used to build a RAID set with UEFI. Refer to Chapter 
3, "Configuring a RAID Set," for instructions on configuring a RAID...

9) F_PANEL (Front Panel Header)
  Connect the power switch, reset switch, and system status indicator on t\
he chassis to this header according 
to the pin assignments below. Note the positive and negative pins before connecting the cables.
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PLED-
PW-
PLED+
PW+HD-
RES+
HD+
RES-Power Switch
Hard Drive Activity LED
Reset Switch
Power LED
The front panel design may differ by chassis. A front panel module mainly consists of power switch, reset switch, power LED, hard drive activity LED and etc. When...

13) F_USB30 (USB 3.0/2.0 Header)
  The  header  conforms  to  USB  3.0/2.0  specification  and  can  provide  two  USB  ports.  For  purchasing  the 
optional 3.5" front panel that provides two USB 3.0/2.0 ports, please co\
ntact the local dealer.
Pin No.DefinitionPin No.Definition
1VBUS11D2+
2SSRX1-12D2-
3SSRX1+13GND
4GND14SSTX2+
5SSTX1-15SSTX2-
6SSTX1+16GND
7GND17SSRX2+
8D1-18SSRX2-
9D1+19VBUS
10NC20No Pin
F_USB30
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15) 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 the two \
pins for a few seconds.
 •Always turn off your computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before clearing the CMOS values. •After system restart, go to BIOS Setup to load factory defaults (select Load Optimized Defaults) or man\
ually configure the BIOS settings (refer to Chapter...

Chapter 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 n\
eed to) to prevent system instability or other unexpected results. Inadequately altering the settings may result in system's failure to boot. If this...