GIGABYTE B650M AORUS PRO AX New Micro Motherboard User Manual

June 5, 2024
Gigabyte

B650M AORUS PRO AX
B650M AORUS PRO
B650M AORUS ELITE AX
B650M AORUS ELITE
User’s Manual
Rev. 1303

B650M AORUS PRO AX New Micro Motherboard

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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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Revision

Chapter 1 Product Introduction

1-1 Motherboard Layout

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Layout

  1. Only for B650M AORUS PRO AX.
  2. Only for B650M AORUS ELITE AX.

B650M AORUS ELITE (AX) PCB rev. 1.3 or later:

GIGABYTE B650M AORUS PRO AX New Micro Motherboard - AORUS
ELITE

  1. Only for B650M AORUS PRO AX.
  2. Only for B650M AORUS ELITE AX.
    (Note) Only for B650M AORUS ELITE (AX) PCB rev. 1.3 or later.

1-2 Motherboard Block Diagram

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Diagram

  1. Only for B650M AORUS PRO AX.
  2. Only for B650M AORUS ELITE AX.
    (Note) Actual support may vary by CPU.

1-3 Box Contents

B650M AORUS PRO AX, B650M AORUS PRO,
B650M AORUS ELITE AX, or B650M AORUS ELITE motherboard
User’s Manual
One antennajk
Two SATA cables

  1. Only for B650M AORUS PRO AX.
  2. Only for B650M AORUS ELITE AX.
  • 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.

Chapter 2 Hardware Installation

2-1 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 first 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 connecting or 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 or wet 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 certified computer technician.
  • If you use an adapter, extension power cable, or power strip, ensure to consult with its installation and/or grounding instructions.

2-2 Product Specifications

CPU| ◆ AMD Socket AM5, support for:
AMD Ryzen™ 7000 Series Processors/AMD Ryzen™ 8000 Series Processors
(Go to GIGABYTE’s website for the latest CPU support list.)
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Chipset| ◆ AMD B650
Memory| ◆ Support for DDR5 5200/4800/4400 MT/s memory modules
◆ 4 x DDR5 DIMM sockets supporting up to 192 GB (48 GB single DIMM capacity) of system memory
◆ Dual channel memory architecture
◆ Support for non-ECC Un-buffered DIMM 1Rx8/2Rx8/1Rx16 memory modules
◆ Support for AMD EXtended Profiles for Overclocking (AMD EXPO™) and Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory modules
(The CPU and memory configuration may affect the supported memory types, data rate (speed), and number of DRAM modules, please refer to “Memory Support List” on GIGABYTE’s website for more information.)
Onboard Graphics| ◆ Integrated Graphics Processor with AMD Radeon™ Graphics support:
– 1 x DisplayPort, supporting a maximum resolution of 3840×2160@144 Hz

  • Support for DisplayPort 1.4 version and HDR.
    – 1 x HDMI port, supporting a maximum resolution of 4096×2160@60 Hz

  • Support for HDMI 2.1 version and HDCP 2.3.
    ** Support for native HDMI 2.1 TMDS compatible ports.
    (Graphics specifications may vary depending on CPU support.)
    Audio| ◆ Realtek® Audio CODEC
    ◆ High Definition Audio
    ◆ 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel

  • You can change the functionality of an audio jack using the audio software. To configure 7.1-channel audio, access the audio software for audio settings.
    ◆ Support for S/PDIF Out
    LAN| ◆ Realtek® 2.5GbE LAN chip (2.5 Gbps/1 Gbps/100 Mbps)
    Wireless Communication Module ①②| ◆ AMD Wi-Fi 6E RZ616 (MT7922A22M) (PCB rev. 1.0)
    – WIFI a, b, g, n, ac, ax, supporting 2.4/5/6 GHz carrier frequency bands
    – BLUETOOTH 5.2
    – Support for 11ax 160MHz wireless standard
    ◆ Intel® Wi-Fi 6E AX210 (PCB rev. 1.1)
    – WIFI a, b, g, n, ac, ax, supporting 2.4/5/6 GHz carrier frequency bands
    – BLUETOOTH 5.3
    – Support for 11ax 160MHz wireless standard
    ◆ Realtek® Wi-Fi 6E RTL8852CE (PCB rev. 1.2/1.3)
    – WIFI a, b, g, n, ac, ax, supporting 2.4/5/6 GHz carrier frequency bands
    – BLUETOOTH 5.3
    – Support for 11ax 160MHz wireless standard
    (Actual data rate may vary depending on environment and equipment.)
    Expansion Slots| ◆ 1 x PCI Express x16 slot (PCIEX16), integrated in the CPU:
    AMD Ryzen™ 7000 Series Processors support PCIe 4.0 x16 mode
    AMD Ryzen™ 8000 Series-Phoenix 1 Processors support PCIe 4.0 x8 mode
    AMD Ryzen™ 8000 Series-Phoenix 2 Processors support PCIe 4.0 x4 mode

  • The PCIEX16 slot can only support a graphics card or an NVMe SSD. If only one graphics card is to be installed, be sure to install it in the PCIEX16 slot.
    ◆ Chipset:
    – 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, supporting PCIe 4.0 and running at x4 (PCIEX4)
    Storage Interface| ◆ 1 x M.2 connector (M2A_CPU), integrated in the CPU, supporting Socket 3,
    M key, type 25110/22110/2580/2280 SSDs:
    AMD Ryzen™ 7000 Series Processors support PCIe 5.0 x4/x2 SSDs
    AMD Ryzen™ 8000 Series-Phoenix 1 Processors support PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 SSDs
    AMD Ryzen™ 8000 Series-Phoenix 2 Processors support PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 SSDs
    ◆ 1 x M.2 connector (M2B_CPU), integrated in the CPU, supporting Socket 3, M key, type 22110/2280 SSDs:
    AMD Ryzen™ 7000 Series Processors support PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 SSDs
    AMD Ryzen™ 8000 Series-Phoenix 1 Processors support PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 SSDs
    AMD Ryzen™ 8000 Series-Phoenix 2 Processors support PCIe 4.0 x2 SSDs
    ◆ 4 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors
    ◆ RAID 0, RAID 1, and RAID 10 support for NVMe SSD storage devices
    ◆ RAID 0, RAID 1, and RAID 10 support for SATA storage devices
    USB| ◆ CPU:
    – 1 x USB Type-C® port on the back panel, with USB 3.2 Gen 2 support
    – 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports (red) on the back panel
    ◆ CPU + USB 2.0 Hub:
    – 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports on the back panel
    ◆ Chipset:
    – 1 x USB Type-C® port with USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 support, available through the internal USB header
    – 3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports (1 port on the back panel, 2 ports available through the internal USB header)
    – 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports available through the internal USB headers
    ◆ Chipset+USB 3.2 Gen 1 Hub:
    – 4 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports on the back panel
    Internal Connectors| ◆ 1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector
    ◆ 1 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector
    ◆ 1 x CPU fan header
    ◆ 1 x CPU fan/water cooling pump header
    ◆ 3 x system fan headers
    ◆ 1 x system fan/water cooling pump header
    ◆ 2 x addressable LED strip headers
    ◆ 2 x RGB LED strip headers
    ◆ 1 x CPU cooler LED strip/RGB LED strip header
    ◆ 2 x M.2 Socket 3 connectors
    ◆ 4 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors
    ◆ 1 x front panel header
    ◆ 1 x front panel audio header
    ◆ 1 x USB Type-C® header, with USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 support
    ◆ 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 header
    ◆ 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers
    ◆ 1 x serial port header
    ◆ 1 x THB_U4 add-in card connector
    ◆ 1 x Trusted Platform Module header (For the GC-TPM2.0 SPI/GC-TPM2.0 SPI 2.0/ GC-TPM2.0 SPI V2 module only)
    ◆ 1 x reset button
    ◆ 1 x reset jumper
    ◆ 1 x Clear CMOS jumper
    Back Panel Connectors| ◆ 1 x Q-Flash Plus button
    ◆ 2 x SMA antenna connectors (2T2R)jk
    ◆ 1 x DisplayPort
    ◆ 1 x HDMI port
    ◆ 1 x USB Type-C® port, with USB 3.2 Gen 2 support
    ◆ 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports (red)
    ◆ 5 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports
    ◆ 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports
    ◆ 1 x RJ-45 port
    ◆ 1 x optical S/PDIF Out connector
    ◆ 2 x audio jacks
    I/O Controller| ◆ iTE® I/O Controller Chip
    Hardware Monitor| ◆ Voltage detection
    ◆ Temperature detection
    ◆ Fan speed detection
    ◆ Water cooling flow rate detection
    ◆ Fan fail warning
    ◆ Fan speed control

  • Whether the fan (pump) speed control function is supported will depend on the fan (pump) you install.
    BIOS| ◆ 1 x 256 Mbit flash
    ◆ Use of licensed AMI UEFI BIOS
    ◆ PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.7, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 5.0
    Unique Features| ◆ Support for GIGABYTE Control Center (GCC)

  • Available applications in GCC may vary by motherboard model. Supported functions of each application may also vary depending on motherboard specifications.
    ◆ Support for Q-Flash
    ◆ Support for Q-Flash Plus
    Bundled Software| ◆ Norton® Internet Security (OEM version)
    ◆ LAN bandwidth management software
    Operating System| ◆ Support for Windows 11 64-bit
    ◆ Support for Windows 10 64-bit
    Form Factor| ◆ Micro ATX Form Factor; 24.4cm x 24.4cm

  • GIGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to the product specifications and product-related information without prior notice.

2-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler

Read the following guidelines before you begin to install the CPU:

  • Make sure that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE’s website for the latest CPU support list.)
  • Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing the CPU to prevent hardware damage.
  • Locate the pin one of the CPU. The CPU cannot be inserted if oriented incorrectly. (Or you may locate the notches on both sides of the CPU and alignment keys on the CPU socket.)
  • Apply an even and thin layer of thermal grease on the surface of the CPU.
  • Do not turn on the computer if the CPU cooler is not installed, otherwise overheating and damage of the CPU may occur.
  • Set the CPU host frequency in accordance with the CPU specifications. It is not recommended that the system bus frequency be set beyond hardware specifications since it does not meet the standard requirements for the peripherals. If you wish to set the frequency beyond the standard specifications, please do so according to your hardware specifications including the CPU, graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc.

A. Note the CPU Orientation
Note the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the CPU.

GIGABYTE B650M AORUS PRO AX New Micro Motherboard - CPU
Orientation

Do not remove the CPU socket cover before inserting the CPU. It may pop off from the load plate automatically after you insert the CPU and close the load plate.

Please visit GIGABYTE’s website for details on hardware installation.
https://www.gigabyte.com/WebPage/210/quick-guide.html?m=sw

B. Installing the CPU
Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU into the motherboard CPU socket.

  1. Gently press the CPU socket lever handle down and away from the socket.
  2. Completely lift up the CPU socket locking lever.
  3. With your fingers, hold the plastic protective cover attached to the metal load plate to lift open the metal load plate.

GIGABYTE B650M AORUS PRO AX New Micro Motherboard - Installing the
CPU

② Hold the CPU with your fingers by the edges.
Align the CPU pin one marking (triangle) with the pin one corner of the CPU socket (or you may align the CPU notches with the socket alignment keys) and gently insert the CPU into position.

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③ Make sure the CPU is properly installed and then close the load plate. Secure the socket lever under its retention tab. The plastic protective cover will pop off by itself and can be removed.

  • Always replace the plastic protective cover when the CPU is not installed to protect the CPU socket.

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Do not force to engage the CPU socket locking lever when the CPU is not installed correctly as this would damage the CPU and CPU socket.

C. Installing the CPU Cooler
Be sure to install the CPU cooler after installing the CPU. (Actual installation process may differ depending the CPU cooler to be used. Refer to the user’s manual for your CPU cooler.)

  1. Apply an even and thin layer of thermal grease on the surface of the installed CPU.

  2. Type A:
    Hook the CPU cooler clip to the mounting lug on one side of the retention frame. On the other side, push straight down on the CPU cooler clip to hook it to the mounting lug on the retention frame. Turn the cam handle from the left side to the right side to lock into place.
    Type B:
    First remove the four screws from the CPU retention frame and remove the CPU retention frame. Then align the four shoulder screws on the CPU cooler with the standoffs from the back plate. Fasten each shoulder screw in a 1-2-3-4 (x) pattern as shown on
    the right. * When using a Type B CPU cooler, it is not recommended to fasten each screw down all the way in one step. Follow order 1-2-3-4, fasten screw clockwise 1 rotation per step. Repeat steps 1-2-3-4 till all screws are fastened.GIGABYTE B650M AORUS PRO AX New Micro Motherboard - CPU Cooler
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  3. Finally, attach the power connector of the CPU cooler to the CPU fan header (CPU_FAN) on the motherboard.

2-4 Installing the Memory

Read the following guidelines before you begin to install the memory:

  • Make sure that the motherboard supports the memory. It is recommended that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used. (Go to GIGABYTE’s website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory modules.)

  • Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing the memory to prevent hardware damage.

  • Memory modules have a foolproof design. A memory module can be installed in only one direction. If you are unable to insert the memory, switch the direction.

  • When installing memory modules, be sure to install in the DDR5_A2 socket first.

  • Recommended Memory Configurations:

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(“*”=Recommended Dual Channel Memory Configurations)

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Memory

Dual Channel Memory Configuration
This motherboard provides four memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. After the memory is installed, the BIOS will automatically detect the specifications and capacity of the memory. Enabling Dual Channel memory mode will double the original memory bandwidth.
The four memory sockets are divided into two channels and each channel has two memory sockets as following:
Channel A: DDR5_A1, DDR5_A2
Channel B: DDR5_B1, DDR5_B2

Due to CPU limitations, read the following guidelines before installing the memory in Dual Channel mode.

  1. Dual Channel mode cannot be enabled if only one memory module is installed.
  2. When enabling Dual Channel mode with two or four memory modules, it is recommended that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used.

2-5 Installing an Expansion Card

Read the following guidelines before you begin to install an expansion card:

  • Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Carefully read the manual that came with your expansion card.
  • Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing an expansion card to prevent hardware damage.

Follow the steps below to correctly install your expansion card in the expansion slot.

  1. Locate an expansion slot that supports your card. Remove the metal slot cover from the chassis back panel.
  2. Align the card with the slot, and press down on the card until it is fully seated in the slot.
  3. Make sure that the expansion card is fully seated in its slot.
  4. Secure the card’s metal bracket to the chassis back panel with a screw.
  5. After installing all expansion cards, replace the chassis cover(s).
  6. Turn on your computer. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to make any required BIOS changes for your expansion card(s).
  7. Install the driver provided with the expansion card in your operating system.

GIGABYTE B650M AORUS PRO AX New Micro Motherboard - Installing an Expansion
Card

2-6 Back Panel Connectors

GIGABYTE B650M AORUS PRO AX New Micro Motherboard - Back Panel
Connectors

a. Q-Flash Plus Button (Note)
Q-Flash Plus allows you to update the BIOS when your system is off (S5 shutdown state). Save the latest BIOS on a USB thumb drive and plug it into the dedicated port, and then you can now flash the BIOS automatically by simply pressing the Q-Flash Plus button. The QFLED will flash when the BIOS matching and flashing activities start and will stop flashing when the main BIOS flashing is complete.

b. SMA Antenna Connectors (2T2R)①②
Use this connector to connect an antenna.
Tighten the antennas to the antenna connectors and then aim the antennas correctly for better signal reception.

c. USB 2.0/1.1 Port
The USB port supports the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Use this port for USB devices.

d. DisplayPort
DisplayPort delivers high quality digital imaging and audio, supporting bi- directional audio transmission.
You can use this port to connect your DisplayPort-supported monitor. Note: The DisplayPort Technology can support a maximum resolution of 3840×2160@144 Hz but the actual resolutions supported depend on the monitor being used.

e. HDMI Port
The HDMI port is HDCP 2.3 compliant and supports Dolby TrueHD and DTS HD Master Audio formats. It also supports up to 192KHz/24bit 7.1-channel LPCM audio output. You can use this port to connect your HDMI- supported monitor. The maximum supported resolution is 4096×2160@60 Hz, but the actual resolutions supported are dependent on the monitor being used.

After installing the DisplayPort/HDMI device, make sure to set the default sound playback device to DisplayPort/HDMI. (The item name may differ depending on your operating system.)

f. USB 3.2 Gen 1 Port
The USB 3.2 Gen 1 port supports the USB 3.2 Gen 1 specification and is compatible to the USB 2.0 specification. Use this port for USB devices.

① Only for B650M AORUS PRO AX.
② Only for B650M AORUS ELITE AX.

  • When removing the cable connected to a back panel connector, first remove the cable from your device and then remove it from the motherboard.
  • When removing the cable, pull it straight out from the connector. Do not rock it side to side to prevent an electrical short inside the cable connector.

g. USB Type-C® Port (with USB 3.2 Gen 2 Support)
The reversible USB port supports the USB 3.2 Gen 2 specification and is compatible to the USB 3.2 Gen 1 and USB 2.0 specification. Use this port for USB devices.

h. USB 3.2 Gen 1 Port
The USB 3.2 Gen 1 port supports the USB 3.2 Gen 1 specification and is compatible to the USB 2.0 specification. Use this port for USB devices.

i. RJ-45 LAN Port
The Gigabit Ethernet LAN port provides Internet connection at up to 2.5 Gbps data rate. The following describes the states of the LAN port LEDs.

Speed LED:

State Description
Orange 2.5 Gbps data rate
Green 1 Gbps data rate
Off 100 Mbps data rate

Activity LED:

State Description
Blinking Data t ransmission or receiving is occurring
Off No data transmission or receiving is occurring

j. USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A Port (Red)
The USB 3.2 Gen 2 port supports the USB 3.2 Gen 2 specification and is compatible to the USB 3.2 Gen 1 and USB 2.0 specification. Use this port for USB devices.

k. USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A Port (Red) (Q-Flash Plus Port)
The USB 3.2 Gen 2 port supports the USB 3.2 Gen 2 specification and is compatible to the USB 3.2 Gen 1 and USB 2.0 specification. Use this port for USB devices. Before using Q-Flash Plus (Note), make sure to insert the USB flash drive into this port first.

l. Line Out/Front Speaker Out
The line out jack.

m. Mic In/Rear Speaker Out
The Mic in jack.

n. Optical S/PDIF Out Connector
This connector provides digital audio out to an external audio system that supports digital optical audio.
Before using this feature, ensure that your audio system provides an optical digital audio in connector.

Audio Jack Configurations:

Jack Headphone/2-channel 4-channel 5.1-channel 7.1-channel
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You can change the functionality of an audio jack using the audio software. To configure 7.1-channel audio, access the audio software for audio settings.
Please visit GIGABYTE’s website for details on configuring the audio software.
https://www.gigabyte.com/WebPage/697/realtek897-audio.html

(Note) To enable the Q-Flash Plus function, please navigate to the “Unique Features” page of GIGABYTE’s website for more information.

2-7 Onboard Button
Quick Button
The reset button allows users to quickly turn on/off the computer in an open- case environment when they want to change hardware components or conduct hardware testing.

The reset button provides you with several functions to use. To remap the button to perform different tasks, please navigate to the “BIOS Setup” page of GIGABYTE’s website and search for “RST_SW (MULTIKEY)” for more information.

2-8 Internal Connectors

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Connectors

  1. ATX_12V
  2. ATX
  3. CPU_FAN
  4. SYS_FAN1/2/3
  5. SYS_FAN4_PUMP
  6. CPU_OPT
  7. D_LED1/D_LED2
  8. CPU_LED
  9. LED_C1/LED_C2
  10. SATA3 0/1/2/3
  11. BAT| 12) M2A_CPU/M2B_CPU
  12. F_PANEL
  13. F_AUDIO
  14. F_U320G
  15. F_U32
  16. F_USB1/F_USB2
  17. SPI_TPM
  18. COM
  19. THB_U4
  20. RST
  21. CLR_CMOS
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Read the following guidelines before connecting external devices:

  • First make sure your devices are compliant with the connectors you wish to connect.
  • Before installing the devices, be sure to turn off the devices and your computer. Unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the devices.
  • After installing the device and before turning on the computer, make sure the device cable has been securely attached to the connector on the motherboard.

1/2) ATX_12V/ATX (2×4 12V Power Connector and 2×12 Main Power Connector)
With the use of the power connector, the power supply can supply enough stable power to all the components on the motherboard. Before connecting the power connector, first make sure the power supply is turned off and all devices are properly installed. The power connector possesses a foolproof design. Connect the power supply cable to the power connector in the correct orientation.
The 12V power connector mainly supplies power to the CPU. If the 12V power connector is not connected, the computer will not start.

To meet expansion requirements, it is recommended that a power supply that can withstand high power consumption be used (500W or greater). If a power supply is used that does not provide the required power, the result can lead to an unstable or unbootable system.

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ATX_12V:

Pin No. Definition
1 GND (Only for 2×4-pin 12V)
2 GND (Only for 2×4-pin 12V)
3 GND
4 GND
5 +12V (Only for 2×4-pin 12V)
6 +12V (Only for 2×4-pin 12V)
7 +12V
8 +12V

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ATX:

Pin No. Definition Pin No. Definition
1 3.3V 13 3.3V
2 3.3V 14 -12V
3 GND 15 GND
4 +5V 16 PS_ON (soft On/Off)
5 GND 17 GND
6 +5V 18 GND
7 GND 19 GND
8 Power Good 20 NC
9 5VSB (stand by +5V) 21 +5V
10 +12V 22 +5V
11 12V (Only for 2×12-pin ATX) 23 +5V (Only for 2×12-pin ATX)
12 3.3V (Only for 2×12-pin ATX) 24 GND (Only for 2×12-pin ATX)

3/4) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN1/2/3 (Fan Headers)
All fan headers on this motherboard are 4-pin. Most fan headers possess a foolproof insertion design.
When connecting a fan cable, be sure to connect it in the correct orientation (the black connector wire is the ground wire). The speed control function requires the use of a fan with fan speed control design. For optimum heat dissipation, it is recommended that a system fan be installed inside the chassis.

GIGABYTE B650M AORUS PRO AX New Micro Motherboard - Fan
Headers

CPU_FAN:

Pin No. Definition
1 GND
2 Voltage Speed Control
3 Sense
4 PWM Speed Control

SYS_FAN1/2/3:

Pin No. Definition
1 GND
2 Voltage Speed Control
3 Sense
4 NC

5) SYS_FAN4_PUMP (System Fan/Water Cooling Pump Header)
The fan/pump header is 4-pin. Most fan headers possess a foolproof insertion design. When connecting a fan cable, be sure to connect it in the correct orientation (the black connector wire is the ground wire). The speed control function requires the use of a fan with fan speed control design. For optimum heat dissipation, it is recommended that a system fan be installed inside the chassis. The header also provides speed control for a water cooling pump. Please navigate to the “BIOS Setup” page of GIGABYTE’s website and search for “Smart Fan 6” for more information.

GIGABYTE B650M AORUS PRO AX New Micro Motherboard - Water Cooling Pump
Header

Pin No. Definition
1 GND
2 Voltage Speed Control
3 Sense
4 PWM Speed Control
  • Be sure to connect fan cables to the fan headers to prevent your CPU and system from overheating. Overheating may result in damage to the CPU or the system may hang.
  • These fan headers are not configuration jumper blocks. Do not place a jumper cap on the headers.

6) CPU_OPT (CPU Fan/Water Cooling Pump Header)
The fan/pump header is 4-pin and possesses a foolproof insertion design. Most fan headers possess a foolproof insertion design. When connecting a fan cable, be sure to connect it in the correct orientation (the black connector wire is the ground wire). The speed control function requires the use of a fan with fan speed control design.

GIGABYTE B650M AORUS PRO AX New Micro Motherboard - Water Cooling Pump
Header 2

Pin No. Definition
1 GND
2 Voltage Speed Control
3 Sense
4 PWM Speed Control
Connector CPU_FAN

CPU_OPT
---|---|---|---|---
Maximum Current| 2A| 2A| 2A| 2A
Maximum Power| 24W| 24W| 24W| 24W

  • Be sure to connect fan cables to the fan headers to prevent your CPU and system from overheating. Overheating may result in damage to the CPU or the system may hang.
  • These fan headers are not configuration jumper blocks. Do not place a jumper cap on the headers.

7) D_LED1/D_LED2 (Addressable LED Strip Headers)
The headers can be used to connect a standard 5050 addressable LED strip, with maximum power rating of 5A (5V) and maximum number of 1000 LEDs.

GIGABYTE B650M AORUS PRO AX New Micro Motherboard - LED Strip
Headers

Connect your addressable LED strip to the header. The power pin (marked with a triangle on the plug) of the LED strip must be connected to Pin 1 of the addressable LED strip header. Incorrect connection may lead to the damage of the LED strip.

For how to turn on/off the lights of the LED strip, please navigate to the “Unique Features” page of GIGABYTE’s website.
Before installing or removing the devices, be sure to turn off the devices and your computer. Unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the devices.

8) CPU_LED (CPU Cooler LED Strip/RGB LED Strip Header)
The header can be used to connect a CPU cooler LED strip or a standard 5050 RGB LED strip (12V/G/R/B), with maximum power rating of 2A (12V) and maximum length of 2m.

GIGABYTE B650M AORUS PRO AX New Micro Motherboard - RGB LED Strip
Header

Connect the CPU cooler LED strip/RGB LED strip to the header. The power pin (marked with a triangle on the plug) of the LED strip must be connected to Pin 1 (12V) of this header. Incorrect connection may lead to the damage of the LED strip.

9) LED_C1/LED_C2 (RGB LED Strip Headers)
The headers can be used to connect a standard 5050 RGB LED strip (12V/G/R/B), with maximum power rating of 2A (12V) and maximum length of 2m.

GIGABYTE B650M AORUS PRO AX New Micro Motherboard - RGB LED Strip
Headers

Connect your RGB LED strip to the header. The power pin (marked with a triangle on the plug) of the LED strip must be connected to Pin 1 (12V) of this header. Incorrect connection may lead to the damage of the LED strip.

For how to turn on/off the lights of the LED strip, please navigate to the “Unique Features” page of GIGABYTE’s website.
Before installing or removing the devices, be sure to turn off the devices and your computer. Unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the devices.

10) SATA3 0/1/2/3 (SATA 6Gb/s Connectors)
The SATA connectors conform to SATA 6Gb/s standard and are compatible with SATA 3Gb/s and SATA 1.5Gb/s standard. Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device. The SATA connectors support RAID 0, RAID 1, and RAID 10. Please navigate to the “Configuring a RAID Set” page of GIGABYTE’s website for instructions on configuring a RAID array.

GIGABYTE B650M AORUS PRO AX New Micro Motherboard - Connectors
2

Pin No. Definition
1 GND
2 TXP
3 TXN
4 GND
5 RXN
6 RXP
7 GND

To enable hot-plugging for the SATA ports, please navigate to the “BIOS Setup” page of GIGABYTE’s website and search for “SATA Configuration” for more information.

11) BAT (Battery)
The battery provides power to keep the values (such as BIOS configurations, date, and time information) in the CMOS when the computer is turned off. Replace the battery when the battery voltage drops to a low level, or the CMOS values may not be accurate or may be lost.

GIGABYTE B650M AORUS PRO AX New Micro Motherboard -
Battery

You may clear the CMOS values by removing the battery:

  1. Turn off your computer and unplug the power cord.

  2. Gently remove the battery from the battery holder and wait for one minute.
    (Or use a metal object like a screwdriver to touch the positive and negative terminals of the battery holder, making them short for 5 seconds.)

  3. Replace the battery.

  4. Plug in the power cord and restart your computer.

  • Always turn off your computer and unplug the power cord before replacing the battery.
  • Replace the battery with an equivalent one. Damage to your devices may occur if the battery is replaced with an incorrect model.
  • Contact the place of purchase or local dealer if you are not able to replace the battery by yourself or uncertain about the battery model.
  • When installing the battery, note the orientation of the positive side (+) and the negative side (-) of the battery (the positive side should face up).
  • Used batteries must be handled in accordance with local environmental regulations.

12) M2A_CPU/M2B_CPU (M.2 Socket 3 Connectors)
There are two types of M.2 SSDs: M.2 SATA SSDs and M.2 PCIe SSDs. This motherboard only supports M.2 PCIe SSDs. Please note that an M.2 PCIe SSD cannot be used to create a RAID set with a SATA hard drive. Please navigate to the “Configuring a RAID Set” page of GIGABYTE’s website for instructions on configuring a RAID array.

GIGABYTE B650M AORUS PRO AX New Micro Motherboard - Socket 3
Connectors

Follow the steps below to correctly install an M.2 SSD in the M.2 connector.
Step 1:
To access the M.2 slot you want to use, unfasten the screws on the motherboard heatsink diagonally to remove the heatsink. Locate the proper mounting hole for the M.2 SSD to be installed and then install the M.2 EZ-Latch clip first.

  • If you want to install an M.2 SSD that came with its own heatsink, you have to remove the EZ-Latch clip first and use the provided screw and standoff to fasten the SSD.
  • If you want install an M.2 SSD in the 110mm hole that already has a motherboard heatsink standoff, be sure to remove the EZ-Latch clip first and use the motherboard heatsink screw to secure the heatsink and SSD.

Step 2:
Insert the M.2 SSD into the M.2 connector at an angle. Press down on the front end of the M.2 SSD and close M.2 EZ-Latch clip to secure the M.2 SSD.
Step 3:
Remove the protective film from the bottom of the motherboard heatsink and then replace the heatsink and tighten the screws diagonally.

  • Types of M.2 SSDs supported by each M.2 connector:

| M.2 PCIe x4 SSD| M.2 PCIe x2 SSD| M.2 SATA SSD
---|---|---|---
M2A_CPU| SEALEY VS0220 Brake and Clutch Bleeder Pneumatic Vacuum - Symbol
5| SEALEY VS0220 Brake and
Clutch Bleeder Pneumatic Vacuum - Symbol 5|
M2B_CPU| SEALEY VS0220 Brake and Clutch Bleeder Pneumatic Vacuum - Symbol
5 (Note)| SEALEY VS0220 Brake
and Clutch Bleeder Pneumatic Vacuum - Symbol 5|

Please visit GIGABYTE’s website for details on using M.2 EZ-Latch.
M.2 SSD installation with M.2 EZ-Latch: https://www.gigabyte.com/WebPage/919/M2-ezlatch.html

  • Motherboard heatsink design may vary by model.

(Note) Actual support may vary by CPU.

12) M2A_CPU/M2B_CPU (M.2 Socket 3 Connectors) (Note 1)
There are two types of M.2 SSDs: M.2 SATA SSDs and M.2 PCIe SSDs. This motherboard only supports M.2 PCIe SSDs. Please note that an M.2 PCIe SSD cannot be used to create a RAID set with a SATA hard drive. Please navigate to the “Configuring a RAID Set” page of GIGABYTE’s website for instructions on configuring a RAID array.

GIGABYTE B650M AORUS PRO AX New Micro Motherboard - Socket 3 Connectors
2

Follow the steps below to correctly install an M.2 SSD in the M.2 connector.
Step 1:
To access the M.2 slot you want to use, unfasten the screws on the motherboard heatsink diagonally to remove the heatsink. Locate the proper mounting hole for the M.2 SSD to be installed.

If you want install an M.2 SSD in the 110mm hole, remove the EZ-Latch Plus clip from the 80mm hole first.

Step 2:
Insert the M.2 SSD into the M.2 connector at an angle. Press down on the front end of the M.2 SSD and close clip to secure the M.2 SSD.
Step 3:
Remove the protective film from the bottom of the motherboard heatsink and then replace the heatsink and tighten the screws diagonally.

  • Types of M.2 SSDs supported by each M.2 connector:

| M.2 PCIe x4 SSD| M.2 PCIe x2 SSD| M.2 SATA SSD
---|---|---|---
M2A_CPU| SEALEY VS0220 Brake and Clutch Bleeder Pneumatic Vacuum - Symbol
5| SEALEY VS0220 Brake and
Clutch Bleeder Pneumatic Vacuum - Symbol 5|
M2B_CPU| SEALEY VS0220 Brake and Clutch Bleeder Pneumatic Vacuum - Symbol
5 (Note 2)| SEALEY VS0220 Brake
and Clutch Bleeder Pneumatic Vacuum - Symbol 5|

Please visit GIGABYTE’s website for details on using M.2 EZ-Latch Plus.
M.2 SSD installation with M.2 EZ-Latch Plus: https://www.gigabyte.com/WebPage/920/M2-latchplus.html
M.2 SSD removal with M.2 EZ-Latch Plus: https://www.gigabyte.com/WebPage/921/removeM2.html

  • Motherboard heatsink design may vary by model.

(Note 1) Only for B650M AORUS ELITE (AX) PCB rev. 1.3 or later.
(Note 2) Actual support may vary by CPU.

13) F_PANEL (Front Panel Header)
Connect the power switch, reset switch, speaker, chassis intrusion switch/sensor and system status indicator on the chassis to this header according to the pin assignments below. Note the positive and negative pins before connecting the cables.

GIGABYTE B650M AORUS PRO AX New Micro Motherboard - Front Panel
Header

  • PLED/PWR_LED (Power LED):
    System Status| LED
    ---|---
    S0| On
    S3/S4/S5| Off

Connects to the power status indicator on the chassis front panel. The LED is on when the system is operating. The LED is off when the system is in S3/ S4 sleep state or powered off (S5).

  • PW (Power Switch):
    Connects to the power switch on the chassis front panel. You may configure the way to turn off your system using the power switch (please navigate to the “BIOS Setup” page of GIGABYTE’s website and search for “Soft-Off by PWR-BTTN” for more information).

  • SPEAK (Speaker):
    Connects to the speaker on the chassis front panel. The system reports system startup status by issuing a beep code. One single short beep will be heard if no problem is detected at system startup.

  • HD (Hard Drive Activity LED):
    Connects to the hard drive activity LED on the chassis front panel. The LED is on when the hard drive is reading or writing data.

  • RES (Reset Switch):
    Connects to the reset switch on the chassis front panel. Press the reset switch to restart the computer if the computer freezes and fails to perform a normal restart.

  • CI (Chassis Intrusion Header):
    Connects to the chassis intrusion switch/sensor on the chassis that can detect if the chassis cover has been removed. This function requires a chassis with a chassis intrusion switch/sensor.

  • NC: No connection.

The front panel design may differ by chassis. A front panel module mainly consists of power switch, reset switch, power LED, hard drive activity LED, speaker and etc. When connecting your chassis front panel module to this header, make sure the wire assignments and the pin assignments are matched correctly.

14) F_AUDIO (Front Panel Audio Header)
The front panel audio header supports High Definition audio (HD). You may connect your chassis front panel audio module to this header. Make sure the wire assignments of the module connector match the pin assignments of the motherboard header. Incorrect connection between the module connector and the motherboard header will make the device unable to work or even damage it.

GIGABYTE B650M AORUS PRO AX New Micro Motherboard - Front Panel Audio
Header

Pin No. Definition
1 MIC L
2 GND
3 MIC R
4 NC
5 Head Phone R
6 MIC Detection
7 SENSE_SEND
8 No Pin
9 Head Phone L
10 Head Phone Detection

Some chassis provide a front panel audio module that has separated connectors on each wire instead of a single plug. For information about connecting the front panel audio module that has different wire assignments, please contact the chassis manufacturer.

15) F_U320G (USB Type-C® Header with USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 Support)
The header conforms to USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 specification and can provide one USB port.

GIGABYTE B650M AORUS PRO AX New Micro Motherboard - Header with
USB

Pin No. Definition Pin No. Definition
1 VBUS 11 VBUS
2 TX1+ 12 TX2+
3 TX1- 13 TX2-
4 GND 14 GND
5 RX1+ 15 RX2+
6 RX1- 16 RX2-
7 VBUS 17 GND
8 CC1 18 D-
9 SBU1 19 D+
10 SBU2 20 CC2

16) F_U32 (USB 3.2 Gen 1 Header)
The header conforms to USB 3.2 Gen 1 and USB 2.0 specification and can provide two USB ports. For purchasing the optional 3.5″ front panel that provides two USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports, please contact the local dealer.

GIGABYTE B650M AORUS PRO AX New Micro Motherboard - USB 3.2 Gen 1
Header

Pin No. Definition Pin No. Definition
1 VBUS 11 D2+
2 SSRX1- 12 D2-
3 SSRX1+ 13 GND
4 GND 14 SSTX2+
5 SSTX1- 15 SSTX2-
6 SSTX1+ 16 GND
7 GND 17 SSRX2+
8 D1- 18 SSRX2-
9 D1+ 19 VBUS
10 NC 20 No Pin

17) F_USB1/F_USB2 (USB 2.0/1.1 Headers)
The headers conform to USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Each USB header can provide two USB ports via an optional USB bracket. For purchasing the optional USB bracket, please contact the local dealer.

GIGABYTE B650M AORUS PRO AX New Micro Motherboard -
Headers

Pin No. Definition
1 Power (5V)
2 Power (5V)
3 USB DX-
4 USB DY-
5 USB DX+
6 USB DY+
7 GND
8 GND
9 No Pin
10 NC

Prior to installing the USB bracket, be sure to turn off your computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the USB bracket.

18) SPI_TPM (Trusted Platform Module Header)
You may connect an SPI TPM (Trusted Platform Module) to this header.

GIGABYTE B650M AORUS PRO AX New Micro Motherboard - Platform Module
Header

Pin No. Definition
1 Data Output
2 Power (1.8V)
3 No Pin
4 NC
5 Data Input
6 CLK
7 Chip Select
8 GND
9 IRQ
10 NC
11 NC
12 RST

19) COM (Serial Port Header)
The COM header can provide one serial port via an optional COM port cable. For purchasing the optional COM port cable, please contact the local dealer.

GIGABYTE B650M AORUS PRO AX New Micro Motherboard - Serial Port
Header

Pin No. Definition
1 NDCD-
2 NSIN
3 NSOUT
4 NDTR-
5 GND
6 NDSR-
7 NRTS-
8 NCTS-
9 NRI-
10 No Pin

20) THB_U4 (Add-in Card Connector)
This connector is for a GIGABYTE add-in card.

GIGABYTE B650M AORUS PRO AX New Micro Motherboard - Add-in Card
Connector

21) RST (Reset Jumper)
The reset jumper can connect to the reset switch on the chassis front panel. Press the reset switch to restart the computer if the computer freezes and fails to perform a normal restart.

GIGABYTE B650M AORUS PRO AX New Micro Motherboard - Reset
Jumper

Pin No. Definition
1 Reset
2 GND

The rest jumper provides you with several functions to use. To remap the button to perform different tasks, please navigate to the “BIOS Setup” page of GIGABYTE’s website and search for “RST_SW (MULTIKEY)” for more information.

22) CLR_CMOS (Clear CMOS Jumper)
Use this jumper to clear the BIOS configuration and reset the CMOS values to factory defaults. To clear the CMOS values, use a metal object like a screwdriver to touch the two pins for a few seconds.

GIGABYTE B650M AORUS PRO AX New Micro Motherboard - Clear CMOS
Jumper

  • Always turn off your computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before clearing the CMOS values.
  • After system restart, go to BIOS Setup to load factory defaults (select Load Optimized Defaults) or manually configure the BIOS settings (please navigate to the “BIOS Setup” page of GIGABYTE’s website for more information).

Chapter 3 BIOS Setup

BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) records hardware parameters of the system in the CMOS on the motherboard. Its major functions include conducting the Power-On Self-Test (POST) during system startup, saving system parameters and loading operating system, etc. BIOS includes a BIOS Setup program that allows the user to modify basic system configuration settings or to activate certain system features.

When the power is turned off, the battery on the motherboard supplies the necessary power to the CMOS to keep the configuration values in the CMOS.
To access the BIOS Setup program, press the key during the POST when the power is turned on.

To upgrade the BIOS, use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash or Q-Flash Plus utility.

  • Q-Flash allows the user to quickly and easily upgrade or back up BIOS without entering the operating system.
  • Q-Flash Plus allows you to update the BIOS when your system is off (S5 shutdown state). Save the latest BIOS on a USB thumb drive and plug it into the dedicated port, and then you can now flash the BIOS automatically by simply pressing the Q-Flash Plus button.

For instructions on using the Q-Flash and Q-Flash Plus utilities, please navigate to the “Unique Features” page of GIGABYTE’s website and search for “BIOS Update Utilities.”

  • Because BIOS flashing is potentially risky, if you do not encounter problems using the current version of BIOS, it is recommended that you not flash the BIOS. To flash the BIOS, do it with caution. Inadequate BIOS flashing may result in system malfunction.
  • It is recommended that you not alter the default settings (unless you need to) to prevent system instability or other unexpected results. Inadequately altering the settings may result in system’s failure to boot. If this occurs, try to clear the CMOS values and reset the board to default values.
  • Refer to the introductions of the battery/clear CMOS jumper in Chapter 2 or navigate to the “BIOS Setup” page of GIGABYTE’s website and search for “Load Optimized Defaults” for how to clear the CMOS values.

Please visit GIGABYTE’s website for details on configuring BIOS Setup.
https://www.gigabyte.com/WebPage/917/amd600-bios.html

Startup Screen:
The following startup Logo screen will appear when the computer boots.

GIGABYTE B650M AORUS PRO AX New Micro Motherboard - Startup
Screen

Function Keys:
< DEL>: BIOS SETUP\Q-FLASH
Press the key to enter BIOS Setup or to access the Q-Flash utility in BIOS Setup.

< F12>: BOOT MENU
Boot Menu allows you to set the first boot device without entering BIOS Setup. In Boot Menu, use the up arrow key <↑> or the down arrow key <↓> to select the first boot device, then press to accept.
The system will boot from the device immediately.
Note: The setting in Boot Menu is effective for one time only. After system restart, the device boot order will still be based on BIOS Setup settings.

< END>: Q-FLASH
Press the key to access the Q-Flash utility directly without having to enter BIOS Setup first.

Chapter 4 Installing the Operating System and Drivers

4-1 Operating System Installation
With the correct BIOS settings, you are ready to install the operating system.
As some operating systems already include RAID driver, you do not need to install separate RAID driver during the Windows installation process. After the operating system is installed, we recommend that you install all required drivers from the GIGABYTE Control Center to ensure system performance and compatibility. If the operating system to be installed requires that you provide additional RAID driver during the OS installation process, please refer to the steps below:

Step 1:
Go to GIGABYTE’s website, browse to the motherboard model’s web page, download the AMD RAID Preinstall Driver file on the Support\Download\SATA RAID/AHCI page, unzip the file and copy the files to your USB thumb drive.

Step 2:
Boot from the Windows setup disc and perform standard OS installation steps. When the screen requesting you to load the driver appears, select Browse.

Step 3:
Insert the USB thumb drive and then browse to the location of the drivers. Follow the on-screen instructions to install the following three drivers in order.

  1. AMD-RAID Bottom Device
  2. AMD-RAID Controller
  3. AMD-RAID Config Device

Finally, continue the OS installation.

GIGABYTE B650M AORUS PRO AX New Micro Motherboard - Operating System
Installation

4-2 Drivers Installation
After you install the operating system, a dialog box will appear on the bottom-right corner of the desktop asking if you want to download and install the drivers and GIGABYTE applications via GIGABYTE Control Center (GCC). Click Install to proceed with the installation. (In BIOS Setup, make sure Settings\IO Ports\Gigabyte Utilities Downloader Configuration\Gigabyte Utilities Downloader is set to Enabled.)

GIGABYTE B650M AORUS PRO AX New Micro Motherboard - Drivers
Installation

When the EULA (End User License Agreement) dialog box appears, press to install GIGABYTE Control Center (GCC). On the GIGABYTE CONTROL CENTER screen, select the drivers and applications you want to install and click Install.

GIGABYTE B650M AORUS PRO AX New Micro Motherboard - License
Agreement

Before the installation, make sure the system is connected to the Internet.
Please visit GIGABYTE’s website for more software information.
https://www.gigabyte.com/WebPage/916/amd600-app.html
Please visit GIGABYTE’s website for more troubleshooting information.
https://www.gigabyte.com/WebPage/351/faq.html

Chapter 5 Appendix

5-1 Configuring a RAID Set
RAID Levels

| RAID 0| RAID 1| RAID 10
---|---|---|---
Minimum Number of Hard Drives| 2| 2| 4
Array Capacity| Number of hard drives
Size of the smallest drive| Size of the smallest drive| (Number of hard drives/2)

Size of the smallest drive
Fault Tolerance| No| Yes| Yes

Before you begin, please prepare the following items:
This motherboard supports RAID 0, RAID 1, and RAID 10. Prepare the correct number of hard drives as indicated in the table above before configuring a RAID array.

  • SATA hard drives or SSDs. To ensure optimal performance, it is recommended that you use two hard drives with identical model and capacity.
  • Windows setup disc.
  • An Internet connected computer.
  • A USB thumb drive.

An M.2 PCIe SSD cannot be used to set up a RAID set with a SATA hard drive.

Please visit GIGABYTE’s website for details on configuring a RAID array.
https://www.gigabyte.com/WebPage/918/amd600-raid.html

Regulatory Notices
United States of America, Federal Communications Commission Statement

Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity
47 CFR § 2.1077 Compliance Information

Product Name: Motherboard
Trade Name: GIGABYTE
Model Number: B650M AORUS PRO AX/B650M AORUS PRO/B650M AORUS ELITE AX/B650M AORUS ELITE
Responsible Party – U.S. Contact Information: G.B.T. Inc.
Address: 17358 Railroad street, City Of Industry, CA91748
Tel.: 1-626-854-9338
Internet contact information: https://www.gigabyte.com
FCC Compliance Statement:
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules, Subpart B, Unintentional Radiators.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

The FCC with its action in ET Docket 96-8 has adopted a safety standard for human exposure to radio frequency (RF) electromagnetic energy emitted by FCC certified equipment. The Intel PRO/Wireless 5000 LAN products meet the Human Exposure limits found in OET Bulletin 65, 2001, and ANSI/ IEEE C95.1, 1992. Proper operation of this radio according to the instructions found in this manual will result in exposure substantially below the FCC’s recommended limits.

The following safety precautions should be observed:

  • Do not touch or move antenna while the unit is transmitting or receiving.
  • Do not hold any component containing the radio such that the antenna is very close or touching any exposed parts of the body, especially the face or eyes, while transmitting.
  • Do not operate the radio or attempt to transmit data unless the antenna is connected; if not, the radio may be damaged.
  • Use in specific environments:
    – The use of wireless devices in hazardous locations is limited by the constraints posed by the safety directors of such environments.
    – The use of wireless devices on airplanes is governed by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).
    – The use of wireless devices in hospitals is restricted to the limits set forth by each hospital.

Antenna use:
In order to comply with FCC RF exposure limits, low gain integrated antennas should be located at a minimum distance of 7.9 inches (20 cm) or more from the body of all persons.

Explosive Device Proximity Warning
Warning: Do not operate a portable transmitter (such as a wireless network device) near unshielded blasting caps or in an explosive environment unless the device has been modified to be qualified for such use.

Antenna Warning
The wireless adapter is not designed for use with high-gain antennas.

Use On Aircraft Caution
Caution: Regulations of the FCC and FAA prohibit airborne operation of radio-frequency wireless devices because their signals could interfere with critical aircraft instruments.

Other Wireless Devices
Safety Notices for Other Devices in the Wireless Network: Refer to the documentation supplied with wireless Ethernet adapters or other devices in the wireless network.

Canada, Canada-Industry Notice:
This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:


  1. this device may not cause interference, and
  2. this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

Caution: When using IEEE 802.11a wireless LAN, this product is restricted to indoor use due to its operation in the 5.15-to 5.25-GHz frequency range. Industry Canada requires this product to be used indoors for the frequency range of 5.15 GHz to 5.25 GHz to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel mobile satellite systems. High power radar is allocated as the primary user of the 5.25-to 5.35-GHz and 5.65 to 5.85-GHz bands. These radar stations can cause interference with and/or damage to this device. The maximum allowed antenna gain for use with this device is 6dBi in order tocomply with the E.I.R.P limit for the 5.25-to 5.35 and 5.725 to 5.85 GHz frequency range in point-to-point operation. To comply with RF exposure requirements all antennas should be located at a minimum distance of 20cm, or the minimum separation distance allowed by the module approval, from the body of all persons.

Under Industry Canada regulations, this radio transmitter may only operate using an antenna of a type and maximum (or lesser) gain approved for the transmitter by Industry Canada. To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain should be chosen so that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is not more than that necessary for successful communication.

European Union (EU) CE Declaration of Conformity
This device complies with the following directives: Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive 2014/30/EU, Low-voltage Directive 2014/35/EU, Radio Equipment Directive 2014/53/EU, ErP Directive 2009/125/EC, RoHS directive (recast) 2011/65/EU & the  2015/863 Statement.
This product has been tested and found to comply with all essential requirements of the Directives.

European Union (EU) RoHS (recast) Directive 2011/65/EU & the **European Commission Delegated Directive (EU) 2015/863 Statement**
GIGABYTE products have not intended to add and safe from hazardous substances (Cd, Pb, Hg, Cr+6, PBDE, PBB, DEHP, BBP, DBP and DIBP).
The parts and components have been carefully selected to meet RoHS requirement. Moreover, we at GIGABYTE are continuing our efforts to develop products that do not use internationally banned toxic chemicals.

European Union (EU) Community Waste Electrical & Electronic **Equipment (WEEE) Directive Statement**
GIGABYTE will fulfill the national laws as interpreted from the 2012/19/ EU WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) (recast) directive.
The WEEE Directive specifies the treatment, collection, recycling and disposal of electric and electronic devices and their components. Under the Directive, used equipment must be marked, collected separately, and disposed of properly.

WEEE Symbol Statement
The symbol shown below is on the product or on its packaging, which indicates that this product must not be disposed of with other waste. Instead, the device should be taken to the waste collection centers for activation of the treatment, collection, recycling and disposal procedure.

For more information about where you can drop off your waste equipment for recycling, please contact your local government office, your household waste disposal service or where you purchased the product for details of environmentally safe recycling.

Battery Information
European Union—Disposal and recycling information
GIGABYTE Recycling Program (available in some regions)

This symbol indicates that this product and/or battery should not be disposed of with household waste. You must use the public collection system to return, recycle, or treat them in compliance with the local regulations.

End of Life Directives-Recycling
The symbol shown below is on the product or on its packaging, which indicates that this product must not be disposed of with other waste. Instead, the device should be taken to the waste collection centers for activation of the treatment, collection, recycling and disposal procedure.

WARNING

• INGESTION HAZARD: This product contains a button cell or coin battery.
• DEATH or serious injury can occur if ingested.
• A swallowed button cell or coin battery can cause Internal Chemical Burns in as little as 2 hours.
• KEEP new and used batteries OUT OF REACH of CHILDREN
• Seek immediate medical attention if a battery is suspected to be swallowed or inserted inside any part of the body.|
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– Battery type: CR2032, voltage rating: +3VDC.
– Non-rechargeable batteries are not to be recharged.
– Remove and immediately recycle or dispose of used batteries, batteries from equipment not used for an extended period of time according to local regulations and keep away from children. Do NOT dispose of batteries in household trash or incinerate.
– Even used batteries may cause severe injury or death.
– Do not force discharge, recharge, disassemble, heat above (manufacturer’s specified temperature rating) or incinerate. Doing so may result in injury due to venting, leakage or explosion resulting in chemical burns.
– For treatment information, call a local poison control center.
– The product contains non-replaceable batteries.

European Community Radio Equipment Directive Compliance Statement:
This equipment complies with all the requirements and other relevant provisions of Radio Equipment Directive 2014/53/EU.
This equipment is suitable for home and office use in all the European Community Member States and EFTA Member States.d
The low band 5.15 -5.35 GHz is for indoor use only.

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DK| EE| EL| ES| Fl| FR| HR
HU| IE| IS| IT| LI| LT| LU
LV| MT| NL| PL| PT| RO| SE
SI| SK| TR| UK| | |

Korea KCC NCC Wireless Statement:
5,25 GHz – Wireless devices using the 5,35 GHz band are restricted to indoor use only.

Japan Wireless Statement:
5.15 GHz to 5.35 GHz: Indoor use only.

Wireless module approvals:
To identify your Motherboard version or revision number, look for “REV: X.X” printed on the PCB on the top left corner of the Motherboard. For example, “REV:1.0” means the revision of the motherboard is 1.0.

Motherboard revision no.: Wireless module manufacturer, model name:
B650M AORUS PRO AX rev. 1.0 AMD Corporation RZ616, MediaTek MT7922A22M
B650M AORUS PRO AX rev. 1.1 Intel® Corporation AX210NGW
B650M AORUS PRO AX rev. 1.2 Realtek Semiconductor Corp. RTL8852CE
B650M AORUS ELITE AX rev. 1.0 AMD Corporation RZ616, MediaTek MT7922A22M
B650M AORUS ELITE AX rev. 1.1 Intel® Corporation AX210NGW
B650M AORUS ELITE AX rev. 1.2/1.3 Realtek Semiconductor Corp. RTL8852CE

Approvals for wireless module RZ616, MT7922A22M:

GIGABYTE B650M AORUS PRO AX New Micro Motherboard - Approvals for wireless
module

Approvals for wireless module AX210NGW:

GIGABYTE B650M AORUS PRO AX New Micro Motherboard - Approvals for wireless
module AX210NGW

Approvals for wireless module RTL8852CE:

GIGABYTE B650M AORUS PRO AX New Micro Motherboard - Approvals for wireless
module RTL8852CE

Contact Us

GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD.
Address: No.6, Baoqiang Rd., Xindian Dist., New Taipei City 231
TEL: +886-2-8912-4000, FAX: +886-2-8912-4005
Tech. and Non-Tech. Support (Sales/Marketing): https://esupport.gigabyte.com
WEB address (English): https://www.gigabyte.com
WEB address (Chinese): https://www.gigabyte.com/tw

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