GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY GA-X99-Designare EX User manual

GA-X99-Designare EX
User's Manual
Rev. 1001
12ME-X99DSEX-1001R
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Motherboard
GA-X99-Designare EX
May 27, 2016
May 27, 2016
Motherboard
GA-X99-Designare EX
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Documentation Classications
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: http://www.gigabyte.com
Identifying Your Motherboard Revision
The revision number on your motherboard looks like this: "REV: X.X." For example, "REV: 1.0"
means the revision of the motherboard is 1.0. Check your motherboard revision before updating
motherboard BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical information.
Example:

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Table of Contents
Box Contents...................................................................................................................6
Optional Items .................................................................................................................6
GA-X99-Designare EX Motherboard Layout ...................................................................7
Chapter 1 Hardware Installation .....................................................................................9
1-1 Installation Precautions.................................................................................... 9
1-2 ProductSpecications.................................................................................... 10
1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler ............................................................... 13
1-3-1 Installing the CPU...................................................................................................13
1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler .......................................................................................15
1-4 Installing the Memory..................................................................................... 16
1-4-1 4ChannelMemoryConguration...........................................................................16
1-4-2 Installing a Memory ................................................................................................17
1-5 Installing an Expansion Card ......................................................................... 18
1-6 Setting up AMD CrossFire™/NVIDIA®SLI™Conguration .............................. 19
1-7 Back Panel Connectors.................................................................................. 21
1-8 Internal Connectors........................................................................................ 23
Chapter 2 BIOS Setup ..................................................................................................37
2-1 Startup Screen ............................................................................................... 38
2-2 The Main Menu .............................................................................................. 39
2-3 M.I.T. .............................................................................................................. 40
2-4 System Information ........................................................................................ 52
2-5 BIOS Features ............................................................................................... 53
2-6 Peripherals..................................................................................................... 56
2-7 Chipset........................................................................................................... 58
2-8 Power Management....................................................................................... 61
2-9 Save & Exit..................................................................................................... 63
Chapter3 ConguringaRAIDSet................................................................................65
3-1 ConguringSATAControllers......................................................................... 65
3-2 InstallingtheSATARAID/AHCIDriverandOperatingSystem....................... 77
Chapter 4 Drivers Installation........................................................................................81
4-1 Drivers & Software ......................................................................................... 81
4-2 Application Software ...................................................................................... 82
4-3 Information ..................................................................................................... 82

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Chapter 5 Unique Features...........................................................................................83
5-1 BIOS Update Utilities ..................................................................................... 83
5-1-1 Updating the BIOS with the Q-Flash Utility.............................................................83
5-1-2 Updating the BIOS with the @BIOS Utility .............................................................86
5-1-3 Using Q-Flash Plus.................................................................................................87
5-2 APP Center .................................................................................................... 88
5-2-1 3D OSD ..................................................................................................................89
5-2-2 Ambient LED ..........................................................................................................90
5-2-3 AutoGreen ..............................................................................................................91
5-2-4 BIOS Setup.............................................................................................................92
5-2-5 Color Temperature..................................................................................................93
5-2-6 Cloud Station..........................................................................................................94
5-2-7 EasyTune................................................................................................................99
5-2-8 EasyRAID............................................................................................................100
5-2-9 Fast Boot ..............................................................................................................103
5-2-10 Platform Power Management...............................................................................104
5-2-11 Smart TimeLock....................................................................................................105
5-2-12 Smart Keyboard....................................................................................................106
5-2-13 Smart Backup.......................................................................................................107
5-2-14 System Information Viewer...................................................................................109
5-2-15 USB Blocker .........................................................................................................110
5-2-16 V-Tuner................................................................................................................. 111
5-3 Smart Switch................................................................................................ 112
Chapter 6 Appendix ....................................................................................................113
6-1 ConguringAudioInputandOutput............................................................. 113
6-1-1 Conguring2/4/5.1/7.1-ChannelAudio.................................................................113
6-1-2 ConguringS/PDIFOut........................................................................................115
6-1-3 ConguringMicrophoneRecording......................................................................116
6-1-4 UsingtheSoundRecorder ...................................................................................118
6-2 Troubleshooting............................................................................................ 119
6-2-1 Frequently Asked Questions ................................................................................119
6-2-2 Troubleshooting Procedure ..................................................................................120
RegulatoryStatements............................................................................................ 122
Contact Us .............................................................................................................. 127

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Optional Items
2-portUSB2.0bracket(PartNo.12CR1-1UB030-6*R)
eSATAbracket(PartNo.12CF1-3SATPW-4*R)
3.5"FrontPanelwith2USB3.0/2.0ports(PartNo.12CR1-FPX582-2*R)
The box contents above are for reference only and the actual items shall depend on the product package you obtain.
The box contents are subject to change without notice.
Box Contents
5GA-X99-Designare EX motherboard
5Motherboard driver disk
5Wireless module driver disk
5User's Manual
5Quick Installation Guide
5Six SATA cables
5One DisplayPort cable
5I/O Shield
5One 2-Way SLI bridge connector
5One3-WaySLIbridgeconnector(GC-3SLI-X99-1)
5One G Connector
5One1to3powercable(2x4ATX12V)
5OneRGBLEDstripextensioncable
5Two Velcro Cable Ties
5One antenna

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GA-X99-Designare EX Motherboard Layout
ATX_12V_2X4
ATX
AUDIO
BAT
Intel®X99
LGA2011-3
GA-X99-Designare EX
TYPEC
iTE®
Super I/O
KB_MS_USB3
F_PANEL
PCIEX4
PCIEX16_1
CPU_OPT_PUMP
SYS_FAN2
DP_IN
PCIEX8
PCIEX1
F_USB30_2
F_USB2
Renesas® USB 3.0 Hub
CLR_CMOS
SYS_FAN1
F_AUDIO
WIFI_BRACKET
DDR4_1_1A
M2_32G
TPM
SATA_EXPRESS
CODEC
F_USB1
CPU_FAN
SYS_FAN3_PUMP
M_BIOS
B_BIOS
1
0
SATA 3
THB_C
42
F_USB30_1SPDIF_O
Intel®
USB3.1
Controller
DDR4_2_2A DDR4_3_1B DDR4_4_2B DDR4_8_2D DDR4_7_1D DDR4_6_2C DDR4_5_1C
PEX8747
60
80
Wi-Fi
Module
110
Intel®GbE
LAN
Intel®GbE
LAN
PCIEX16_2
PCIEX16_3
LED_C
Renesas®
USB 3.0 Hub
sSATA3 3 1
2 0
U2_32G_1
U2_32G_2
FBIOS_LED
SATA3 3 2
5 4
System Temperature
Sensor 1
System Temperature Sensor 2
USB30_LAN2
USB30_LAN1

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Hardware Installation
1-1 Installation Precautions
The motherboard contains numerous delicate electronic circuits and components which can become
damagedasaresultofelectrostaticdischarge(ESD).Priortoinstallation,carefullyreadtheuser's
manual and follow these procedures:
•Prior to installation, make sure the chassis is suitable for the motherboard.
•Priorto installation, do not remove or break motherboard S/N (Serial Number) sticker or
warranty sticker provided by your dealer. These stickers are required for warranty validation.
•Always remove the AC power by unplugging the power cord from the power outlet before
installing or removing the motherboard or other hardware components.
•When connecting hardware components to the internal connectors on the motherboard, make
sure they are connected tightly and securely.
•When handling the motherboard, avoid touching any metal leads or connectors.
•It is best to wear an electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap when handling electronic
components such as a motherboard, CPU or memory. If you do not have an ESD wrist strap,
keepyourhandsdryandrsttouch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 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 voltage standard.
•Before using the product, please verify that all cables and power connectors of your hardware
components are connected.
•To prevent damage to the motherboard, do not allow screws to come in contact with the
motherboard circuit or its components.
•Make sure there are no leftover screws or metal components placed on the motherboard or
within the computer casing.
•Do not place the computer system on an uneven surface.
•Do not place the computer system in a high-temperature environment.
•Turning on the computer power during the installation process can lead to damage to system
components as well as physical harm to the user.
•If you are uncertain about any installation steps or have a problem related to the use of the
product,pleaseconsultacertiedcomputertechnician.
•If you use an adapter, extension power cable, or power strip, ensure to consult with its installation
and/or grounding instructions.
Chapter 1 Hardware Installation

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Hardware Installation
1-2 ProductSpecications
CPU Support for Intel®Core™i7 processors in the LGA2011-3 package
(GotoGIGABYTE'swebsiteforthelatestCPUsupportlist.)
L3 cache varies with CPU
Chipset Intel®X99 Express Chipset
Memory 8xDDR4DIMMsocketssupportingupto128GBofsystemmemory
* Supportforupto256GBofsystemmemorywhenusingRegisteredDIMMs.
* DuetoaWindows32-bitoperatingsystemlimitation,whenmorethan4GBofphysical
memory is installed, the actual memory size displayed will be less than the size of
the physical memory installed.
4 channel memory architecture
SupportforDDR42400/2133MHzmemorymodules
Supportfornon-ECCUn-bufferedDIMM1Rx8/2Rx8/1Rx16memorymodules
SupportforRegisteredDIMM1Rx8/2Rx8/1Rx4/2Rx4memorymodules(operate
innon-ECCmode)
SupportforExtremeMemoryProle(XMP)memorymodules
(Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory
modules.)
Audio Realtek®ALC1150 codec
HighDenitionAudio
2/4/5.1/7.1-channel
Support for S/PDIF Out
Wireless
Communication
module
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, supporting 2.4/5 GHz Dual-Band
Bluetooth4.2,4.1,BLE,4.0,3.0,2.1+EDR
Support for 11ac wireless standard and up to 867 Mbps data rate
* Actualdataratemayvarydependingonenvironmentandequipment.
LAN 2 x Intel®GbELANchips(10/100/1000Mbit)
Support for Teaming
Expansion Slots 3xPCIExpressx16slots,runningatx16(PCIEX16_1~3)
 * ThePCIEX8slotsharesbandwidthwiththePCIEX16_1slot.WhenthePCIEX8slot
is populated, the PCIEX16_1 slot operates at up to x8 mode.
 * TheU2_32G_2connectorsharesbandwidthwiththePCIEX16_2slot.Whenthe
U2_32G_2 connector is populated, the PCIEX16_2 slot operates at up to x8 mode.
 * TheM2_32Gconnectorsharesbandwidthwith the PCIEX16_3 slot. When the
M2_32G connector is populated, the PCIEX16_3 slot operates at up to x8 mode.
1xPCIExpressx16slot,runningatx8(PCIEX8)
 (ThePCIEX16andPCIEX8slotsconformtoPCIExpress3.0standard.)
1xPCIExpressx16slot,runningatx4(PCIEX4)
 * TheSATA_EXPRESSconnectorsharesbandwidthwiththePCIEX4slot.Whenthe
SATA_EXPRESSconnectorispopulated,thePCIEX4slotoperatesatuptox2mode.
1 x PCI Express x1 slot
 (ThePCIEX4andPCIEX1slotsconformtoPCIExpress2.0standard.)
1xM.2Socket1connectorforthewirelesscommunicationmodule(M2_WIFI)
Multi-Graphics
Technology
Support for NVIDIA®Quad-GPU SLI™and 3-Way/2-Way NVIDIA®SLI™technologies
 Support forAMD Quad-GPU CrossFireX
™
and 3-Way/2-Way AMD CrossFire
™
technologies
Storage Interface Chipset:
- 1 x SATA Express connector
 - 6xSATA6Gb/sconnectors(SATA30~5),supportingRAID0,RAID1,RAID5,
andRAID10