GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY Z790 AERO G - User Manual

Z790 AERO G
User's Manual
Rev. 1001
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GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY Z790 AERO G Specifications

General

Socket	LGA 1700
Chipset	Intel Z790
Form Factor	ATX
Memory Type	DDR5
Memory Slots	4
Max Memory Capacity	128 GB
PCIe x1 Slots	2
Wi-Fi	Wi-Fi 6E
Storage Interfaces	6 x SATA 6Gb/s, 4 x M.2
Bluetooth	Bluetooth 5.2
Audio	Realtek ALC4080
RGB Headers	2 x addressable LED, 2 x RGB LED
USB Ports	1 x USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C, 1 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C, 5 x USB 3.2 Gen1, 4 x USB 2.0
LAN	2.5GbE

Summary

Chapter 1 Product Introduction

1-1 Motherboard Layout

Overview of motherboard components and their placement.

1-2 Motherboard Block Diagram

Visual representation of motherboard components and their interconnections.

1-3 Box Contents

List of items included in the product package.

Chapter 2 Hardware Installation

2-1 Installation Precautions

Important safety and preparation guidelines before installing hardware.

2-2 Product Specifications

Detailed technical specifications of the motherboard and its components.

2-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler

Step-by-step guide for installing the CPU and its cooling solution.

2-4 Installing the Memory

Instructions for installing RAM modules, including dual-channel configuration.

2-5 Installing an Expansion Card

Guide to installing expansion cards like GPUs or other peripherals.

2-6 Back Panel Connectors

Detailed description of ports and connectors located on the motherboard's back panel.

2-7 Onboard Buttons and LEDs

Explanation of motherboard's onboard buttons and status indicator LEDs.

2-8 Internal Connectors

Identifies and explains various internal connectors on the motherboard.

Chapter 3 BIOS Setup

Upgrading the BIOS

Procedures for updating the BIOS using Q-Flash and Q-Flash Plus utilities.

Chapter 4 Installing the Operating System and Drivers

4-1 Operating System Installation

Steps for installing the operating system, including necessary drivers.

4-2 Drivers Installation

Guide to installing system drivers and GIGABYTE applications using GCC.

Chapter 5 Appendix

5-1 Configuring a RAID Set

Instructions and information on setting up RAID arrays on the motherboard.

Regulatory Notices

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