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Gigabyte Z790M AORUS ELITE AX - User Manual

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Z790M AORUS ELITE AX
Z790M AORUS ELITE
User's Manual
Rev. 1202
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Gigabyte Z790M AORUS ELITE AX Specifications

General IconGeneral
Processor manufacturerIntel
Compatible processor seriesIntel Celeron, Intel Core i3, Intel Core i5, Intel Core i7, Intel Core i9, Intel Pentium Gold
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 speeds7600, 7400, 7200, 4000, 4800, 5200, 5400, 5600, 5800, 6000, 6200, 6400, 6600, 6800, 7000 MHz
Supported memory clock speed (max)7600 MHz
Wi-Fi standards802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)
Bluetooth version5.3
Top Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)
WLAN controller modelIntel Wi-Fi 6E AX211
Ethernet interface type2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
USB 2.0 connectors2
Number of SATA III connectors6
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) connectors1
USB connector typeUSB Type-A, USB Type-C
DisplayPort version1.2
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.
VGA (D-Sub) ports quantity0
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
Bundled softwareNorton Internet Security
PCI Express x16 slots3
BIOS typeUEFI AMI
ACPI version5.0
BIOS memory size256 Mbit
Desktop Management Interface (DMI) version2.7
Maximum resolution4096 x 2304 pixels
Parallel processing technology supportCrossfire
Component forPC
Motherboard chipsetIntel Z790
PC health monitoringFAN, Temperature, Voltage, Water cooling
Audio output channels7.1 channels
Motherboard form factormicro ATX
Windows operating systems supportedWindows 10 x64, Windows 11 x64
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Width244 mm

Summary

Motherboard Revision Identification

Disclaimer

Legal notice regarding manual content, specifications, and GIGABYTE's intellectual property.

Copyright Information

Legal notice protecting GIGABYTE's manual content and trademarks.

Product Introduction

Motherboard Layout Overview

Visual guide to motherboard components, connectors, and headers.

Motherboard Block Diagram

High-level schematic of motherboard architecture and data pathways.

Hardware Installation Guide

Installation Precautions and Safety

Essential safety guidelines and handling procedures for hardware installation.

Product Specifications Details

Comprehensive technical specifications for the motherboard and its components.

CPU and CPU Cooler Installation

Step-by-step instructions for installing the CPU and its cooling system.

Memory Installation Guide

Guide on proper installation of RAM modules, including dual-channel configuration.

Expansion Card Installation

Procedure for installing expansion cards like graphics or network cards.

Back Panel Connector Identification

Explanation of external ports on the motherboard and their functions.

Onboard Buttons and Status LEDs

Description of integrated buttons and diagnostic LEDs on the motherboard.

Internal Connector Guide

Guide to connecting internal chassis components and motherboard headers.

BIOS Setup and Configuration

Startup Screen and Function Key Navigation

Overview of the initial boot screen and essential function keys for BIOS interaction.

OS and Driver Installation

Operating System Installation Steps

Guide for installing the operating system, including necessary driver preparation.

GIGABYTE Driver Installation

Instructions for installing motherboard drivers and GIGABYTE utilities via GCC.

Appendix

RAID Configuration Guide

Instructions for setting up RAID arrays for enhanced storage performance and data redundancy.

Regulatory Compliance Notices

Contact Information and Support

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