Biostar Z490GTA EVO User Manual

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Biostar Z490GTA EVO Specifications

General

Form Factor	ATX
Socket	LGA 1200
Chipset	Intel Z490
Memory Type	DDR4
Memory Slots	4
Max Memory Capacity	128 GB
PCIe 3.0 x16 Slots	2
PCIe x1 Slots	2
M.2 Slots	3
SATA Ports	6
Video Outputs	1 x HDMI, 1 x DisplayPort
Audio	Realtek ALC1150

Summary

Chapter 1: Introduction

1.1 Before You Start

Safety and setup guidelines before installing the motherboard.

1.2 Package Checklist

Lists the items included in the motherboard package.

1.3 Specifications

Details the technical specifications of the motherboard.

1.4 Rear Panel Connectors

Describes the ports and connectors on the rear panel of the motherboard.

1.5 Motherboard Layout

Provides a diagram and labels of the motherboard components and connectors.

Chapter 2: Hardware Installation

2.1 Install Central Processing Unit (CPU)

Step-by-step guide for installing the CPU onto the motherboard socket.

2.2 Install a Heatsink

Instructions for mounting the CPU heatsink and fan assembly.

2.3 Connect Cooling Fans

Details on connecting CPU and system fans to motherboard headers.

2.4 Install System Memory

Guide for installing DDR4 memory modules into the DIMM slots.

2.5 Expansion Slots

Information on PCI-Express and M.2 slots, including installation procedures.

2.6 Jumper & Switch Setting

Configuration of jumpers and DIP switches on the motherboard for system settings.

2.7 Headers & Connectors

Details on various motherboard headers and connectors, including power and I/O.

2.8 Buttons, Indicators & LEDs

Information on onboard buttons, indicators, and LEDs for system status.

Chapter 3: UEFI BIOS & Software

3.1 UEFI BIOS Setup

How to access and configure BIOS settings for the computer.

3.2 BIOS Update

Procedures for updating the motherboard's BIOS using BIOSTAR utilities.

3.3 Software

Instructions for installing and launching system software utilities like BIOScreen.

Chapter 4: Useful help

4.1 Driver Installation

Guide to installing drivers and software from the included DVD.

4.2 AMI BIOS Beep Code

Lists beep codes used during BIOS POST for troubleshooting.

4.3 AMI BIOS post code

Lists POST codes displayed during the BIOS boot process for diagnostics.

4.4 Troubleshooting

Common system issues and their solutions, including CPU overheating.

4.5 RAID Functions

Explains different RAID configurations (RAID 0, 1, 10, 5) and their features.

4.6 Intel® Optane™ Technology

Information about Intel Optane technology and its requirements for enhanced storage.