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Gigabyte Z690 AERO D User Manual

Gigabyte Z690 AERO D
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Z690 AERO D
User's Manual
Rev. 1001
12ME-Z69AOD-1001R
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Gigabyte Z690 AERO D Specifications

General IconGeneral
Processor manufacturerIntel
Compatible processor seriesIntel Core i5, Intel Core i7, Intel Core i9
Supported processor socketsLGA 1700
ECCYes
Memory channelsDual-channel
Memory slots typeDIMM
Number of memory slots4
Supported memory typesDDR5-SDRAM
Maximum internal memory128 GB
Supported memory clock speeds4000, 4800, 5200, 5400, 5600, 5800, 6000, 6200, 6400 MHz
Wi-Fi standards802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)
Bluetooth version5.2
Top Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)
WLAN controller modelIntel Wi-Fi 6 AX201
Ethernet interface type2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
USB 2.0 connectors3
Number of SATA III connectors6
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) connectors2
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) connectors1
HDMI version1.4
USB connector typeUSB Type-A, USB Type-C
DisplayPort version1.2
DVI-D ports quantity0
USB 2.0 ports quantityUSB 2.0 ports have a data transmission speed of 480 Mbps, and are backwards compatible with USB 1.1 ports. You can connect all kinds of peripheral devices to them.
RAID levels0, 1, 5, 10
Supported storage drive typesHDD & SSD
Number of storage drives supported10
Supported storage drive interfacesM.2, PCI Express 4.0, SATA III
Cables includedSATA
BIOS typeUEFI AMI
ACPI version5.0
BIOS memory size256 Mbit
Desktop Management Interface (DMI) version2.7
Maximum resolution4096 x 2304 pixels
Parallel processing technology support2-Way CrossFireX, Quad-GPU CrossFireX
Audio chipRealtek ALC4080
Component forPC
Motherboard chipsetIntel Z690
PC health monitoringFAN, Noise, Temperature, Voltage, Water cooling
Audio output channels7.1 channels
Motherboard form factorATX
Windows operating systems supportedWindows 10 x64, Windows 11 x64
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth259 mm
Width305 mm

Summary

Chapter 1 Product Introduction

1-1 Motherboard Layout

Diagram showing motherboard component placement and labels.

1-2 Motherboard Block Diagram

Diagram illustrating motherboard component connectivity and data flow.

1-3 Box Contents

Lists items included in the product package.

Chapter 2 Hardware Installation

2-1 Installation Precautions

Crucial safety guidelines and precautions before installing hardware components.

2-2 Product Specifications

Detailed technical specifications of the motherboard's CPU, chipset, memory, and I/O.

2-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler

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

2-4 Installing the Memory

Guide for installing RAM modules, including dual channel configuration.

2-5 Installing an Expansion Card

Instructions for installing expansion cards into PCIe slots.

2-7 Back Panel Connectors

Details of external ports on the motherboard's rear I/O panel.

2-8 Internal Connectors

Description of various internal connectors like power, fan, LED, and front panel headers.

Chapter 3 BIOS Setup

BIOS Setup Overview

Guide to understanding and configuring BIOS settings and utilities like Q-Flash.

Chapter 4 Installing the Operating System and Drivers

4-1 Operating System Installation

Steps for installing the operating system, including driver requirements for M.2/RAID.

4-2 Drivers Installation

Instructions for installing drivers and GIGABYTE utilities via APP Center.

Chapter 5 Appendix

5-1 Configuring a RAID Set

Guide to setting up RAID arrays for storage, detailing RAID levels and requirements.

5-2 Debug LED Codes

Explains diagnostic error codes displayed on LEDs for system troubleshooting.

Regulatory Notices

FCC and EU Compliance

Statements regarding FCC, EU directives, and wireless module compliance.

Contact Us

GIGABYTE Support Information

Contact details and eSupport portal for technical assistance and inquiries.

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