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Gigabyte X870 GAMING X WIFI7 User Manual

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X870 GAMING X WIFI7
User's Manual
Rev. 1001
GIGABYTE will reduce paper use in order to fulfill the responsibilities of a global citizen.
Also, to reduce the impacts on global warming, the packaging materials of this product
are recyclable and reusable. GIGABYTE works with you to protect the environment.
For more product details, please visit GIGABYTE's website.

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  • Page 1 User's Manual Rev. 1001 GIGABYTE will reduce paper use in order to fulfill the responsibilities of a global citizen. Also, to reduce the impacts on global warming, the packaging materials of this product are recyclable and reusable. GIGABYTE works with you to protect the environment.
  • Page 2 The trademarks mentioned in this manual are legally registered to their respective owners. Disclaimer Information in this manual is protected by copyright laws and is the property of GIGABYTE. Changes to the specifications and features in this manual may be made by GIGABYTE without prior notice.
  • Page 3 Table of Contents Chapter 1 Product Introduction ..................4 Motherboard Layout ..................4 Box Contents ....................5 Chapter 2 Hardware Installation ..................6 Installation Precautions ..................6 Product Specifications ..................7 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler ............... 11 Installing the Memory ..................14 Installing an Expansion Card .................
  • Page 4 Chapter 1 Product Introduction Motherboard Layout CPU_FAN 12V_2X4 QF_PLUS ARGB_V2_2 12V_2X2 QFLED Socket AM5 CPU_OPT USB20 RESET POWER HDMI20 USB 2.0 Hub U3A_5G U4_40G_DP1 ASMedia USB4 Controller ® U3A_10G U4_40G_DP2 U35G_LAN M2_WIFI AUDIO FU3C_20G PCIEX16 Realtek ® 2.5GbE LAN Chipset ®...
  • Page 5 Box Contents 5 X870 GAMING X WIFI7 motherboard 5 User's Manual 5 Quick Installation Guide 5 One antenna 5 Two SATA cables 5 One G Connector * The box contents above are for reference only and the actual items shall depend on the product package you obtain.
  • Page 6 Chapter 2 Hardware Installation 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. •...
  • Page 7 ™ AMD Ryzen 8000 Series Processors/ ™ AMD Ryzen 7000 Series Processors ™ (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) Chipset AMD X870 Š Memory Support for DDR5 5200/4800/4400 MT/s memory modules Š 4 x DDR5 DIMM sockets supporting up to 256 GB (64 GB single DIMM capacity) Š...
  • Page 8 Expansion Slots Š 1 x PCI Express x16 slot (PCIEX16), integrated in the CPU:  AMD Ryzen 9000/7000 Series Processors support PCIe 5.0 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 ™...
  • Page 9 Internal 1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector Š Connectors 1 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector Š 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector Š 1 x CPU fan header Š 1 x CPU fan/water cooling pump header Š 4 x system fan headers Š...
  • Page 10 ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 24.4cm Form Factor Š * GIGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to the product specifications and product-related information without prior notice. & Please visit the SERVICE/SUPPORT\Utility page on GIGABYTE's website to download the latest version of apps.
  • Page 11 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.
  • Page 12 B. Installing the CPU Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU into the motherboard CPU socket. j G ently press the CPU socket lever handle down and away from the socket. k C ompletely lift up the CPU socket lock- ing lever.
  • Page 13 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.) Apply an even and thin layer of thermal grease on the surface of the installed CPU.
  • Page 14 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.) •...
  • Page 15 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. PCIEX16 Slot & Please visit GIGABYTE's website for details on using PCIe EZ-Latch Plus. https://www.gigabyte.com/WebPage/922/removePCIE.html - 15 -...
  • Page 16 (Note 1) sure to insert the USB flash drive into this port first. (Note 1) To enable the Q-Flash Plus function, please navigate to the "Unique Features" page of GIGABYTE's website for more information. (Note 2) Actual support may vary by CPU.
  • Page 17 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 - 17 -...
  • Page 18 RESET: Reset Button 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 (MULTIKEY)" for more information. Status LEDs The status LEDs show whether the CPU, memory, graphics card, and operating system are working properly after system power-on.
  • Page 19 Internal Connectors 12V_2X2/12V_2X4 M2A_CPU/M2C_SB/M2B_SB F_PANEL CPU_FAN F_AUDIO SYS_FAN1/2/3/4 FU3C_20G CPU_OPT FU3A_5G_1 LED_C FUSB_1/FUSB_2 ARGB_V2_1/ARGB_V2_2/ARGB_V2_3 SPI_TPM SATA3 0/1/2/3 CLR_CMOS Read the following guidelines before connecting external devices: • First make sure your devices are compliant with the connectors you wish to connect. •...
  • Page 20 1/2) 12V_2X2/12V_2X4/ATX (2x2, 2x4, 12V Power Connectors and 2x12 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 The power connector possesses a foolproof design.
  • Page 21 3/4) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN1/2/3/4 (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.
  • Page 22 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. • To avoid abnormal LED behavior, do not connect addressable RGB Gen1 LED strips and addressable RGB Gen2 LED strips to the same header at the same time.
  • Page 23 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 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.
  • Page 24 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.
  • Page 25 EZ-Latch Plus M2A_CPU M2C_SB M.2 EZ-Latch Click M2B_SB • M2A_CPU/ M2B_SB: Step 1: Turn the M.2 EZ-Latch Click clip on the M2C_SB connector clockwise and remove the motherboard heatsink. Locate the proper mounting hole for the M.2 SSD to be installed and secure the M.2 EZ-Latch Plus clip in the hole first.
  • Page 26 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).
  • Page 27 F_USB3 F 12) 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.
  • Page 28 14) FU3A_5G_1 (USB 3.2 Gen 1 Header) The header conforms to USB 3.2 Gen 1 and USB 2.0 specification and each header 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.
  • Page 29 F_USB30 3 The reset 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. - 29 -...
  • Page 30 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). - 30 -...
  • Page 31 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.
  • Page 32 Startup Screen: The following startup Logo screen will appear when the computer boots. Function Keys Function Keys: <DEL>: BIOS SETUP\Q-FLASH Press the <Delete> 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.
  • Page 33 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.
  • Page 34 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.)
  • Page 35 An M.2 PCIe SSD cannot be used to set up a RAID set with a SATA hard drive. (Note) Only available on NVMe SSDs with the AMD Ryzen 9000 Series Processors. ™ & Please visit GIGABYTE's website for details on configuring a RAID array. https://www.gigabyte.com/WebPage/1080/amd800-raid.html - 35 -...
  • Page 36 Supplier's Declaration of Conformity 47 CFR § 2.1077 Compliance Information Product Name: Motherboard Trade Name: GIGABYTE Model Number: X870 GAMING X WIFI7 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...
  • Page 37 European Commission Delegated Directive (EU) 2015/863 Statement I prodotti con il marchio CE sono conformi con una o più delle seguenti GIGABYTE products have not intended to add and safe from hazardous Direttive UE, come applicabile: Direttiva EMC 2014/30/UE, Direttiva sulla substances (Cd, Pb, Hg, Cr+6, PBDE, PBB, DEHP, BBP, DBP and DIBP).
  • Page 38 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: X870 GAMING X WIFI7 rev. 1.0 MediaTek Inc. MT7925B22M X870 GAMING X WIFI7 rev. 1.1 Realtek Semiconductor Corp. RTL8922AE...
  • Page 39 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 GIGABYTE eSupport • To submit a technical or non-technical (Sales/Marketing) question, please link to: https://esupport.gigabyte.com...