Unique Features (AMD X670/B650 Series)

GIGABYTE Control Center

GIGABYTE Control Center (GCC) provides easy access to GIGABYTE applications for your motherboard. It offers a unified interface to launch apps, check for updates, and download apps, drivers, and BIOS.

Drivers Installation

After installing the operating system, a dialog box may prompt you to download and install GIGABYTE applications via GCC. Click 'Install' to proceed. Ensure 'Gigabyte Utilities Downloader' is enabled in BIOS Setup.

When the End User License Agreement appears, accept to install GCC. On the GCC screen, select desired drivers and applications, then click 'Install'.

Note: Available applications and supported functions in GCC may vary by motherboard model and specifications.

Image Description: A screenshot of the GIGABYTE Control Center application showing available updates for various components like RGB Fusion, Storage, EasyTune, and drivers.

Image Description: A screenshot of the Windows desktop with a prompt to install GIGABYTE Control Center.

Note: Ensure the system is connected to the internet before installation.

Running the GIGABYTE Control Center

In Desktop mode, click the GCC icon ⚙️ in the notification area to launch the utility. From the main menu, select an app or click the Update center icon ⚙️ to update an app online.

If GCC is closed, it can be restarted by clicking the GIGABYTE Control Center icon in the Start menu's 'All apps' list.

1-1 RGB FUSION

This application allows control of onboard LEDs and addressable LEDs in the Windows environment.

The RGB FUSION Interface:

Image Description: A screenshot of the RGB FUSION interface within GIGABYTE Control Center, showing options to select LED effects, colors, brightness, and speed for various motherboard components.

Using RGB FUSION

Control LEDs on the motherboard, RGB LED strips, and addressable LED strips. Click the motherboard icon for more settings.

Select a desired area and choose LED color/lighting behavior:

• STATIC: All LEDs emit a single color.
• PULSE: All LEDs fade in and out simultaneously.
• FLASH: All LEDs flash on and off simultaneously.
• DFLASH: All LEDs flash in an interlaced pattern.
• CYCLE: All LEDs cycle through a full spectrum of colors.
• WAVE 1~2: A full color spectrum cascades throughout the armor LED.
• OFF: Disable selected region LEDs.

Addressable LED strip control options (require an addressable LED strip):

• WAVE: A full color spectrum cascades throughout the LED.
• Digital A~G Mode: Provides multiple digital lighting modes for the armor LED and addressable LED strip.

Note 1: RGB Fusion automatically detects devices with LED lighting features.

Note 2: Regions/Modes/Colors may vary by motherboard.

1-2 FAN CONTROL

This application allows monitoring and adjustment of fan speeds within the operating system.

The FAN CONTROL Interface:

Image Description: A screenshot of the FAN CONTROL interface within GIGABYTE Control Center, displaying fan speed curves, temperature monitoring, and fan control options.

Using FAN CONTROL

Allows selection of a Smart Fan mode. The 'Customize' mode enables adjustment of smart fan speeds based on system temperatures. The 'RESET' button reverts settings to the last saved values.

74 dB Noise Detection: Provides detection of noise levels within the chassis.

Notes:

• Fan speed control requires fans with speed control design.
• Noise detection requires a motherboard with a noise detection header.

1-3 PERFORMANCE

This application offers a simple interface for fine-tuning system settings and performing overclocking/overvoltage in Windows.

The PERFORMANCE Interface:

Image Description: A screenshot of the PERFORMANCE interface within GIGABYTE Control Center, showing CPU and memory settings for overclocking and performance tuning.

Using PERFORMANCE

• OC: Click the icon for instant one-click overclocking.
• Customize:
  • Frequency: Adjust CPU frequency for desired system performance.
  • Power & Voltage: Adjust system voltages.
  • MEMORY: Set memory clock speeds.
  • STATUS: Displays information on CPU, memory, CPU core clock, and CPU core voltage.

Changes require a system restart to take effect. Settings can be saved into profiles (up to 2).

Warning: Incorrect overclocking/overvoltage can damage hardware components (CPU, chipset, memory) and reduce their lifespan. Ensure full understanding of the functions before proceeding to avoid system instability or unexpected results.

Note: Available functions in PERFORMANCE may vary by motherboard model and CPU. Grayed-out areas indicate unsupported or non-configurable items.

1-4 Smart Backup

Smart Backup allows hourly backups of partitions to image files, which can be used to restore the system or files.

The Smart Backup main menu:

Image Description: Screenshots illustrating the Smart Backup interface, including settings for source/destination partitions and the backup timeline.

Creating a backup:

Click 'Settings' on the main menu, select source and destination partitions, then click OK. Initial backup starts after 10 minutes, with hourly regular backups. By default, all system drive partitions are selected as the backup source. The destination cannot be the same as the source.

Saving the backup to a network location:

Select 'Browse network location'. Ensure your computer and the network location computer are in the same domain. Choose the network location, enter username and password, and follow on-screen instructions.

Recovering a file:

Click 'File Recovery'. Use the time slider to select a backup time. The right pane shows backed-up partitions. Browse to the desired file and copy it.

Recovering your system with Smart Backup:

Steps:

1. Click 'System Recovery' on the main menu.
2. Select the backup location.
3. Use the time slider to select a time point.
4. Select a partition backup and click 'Restore'.
5. Confirm system restart for restore. The system will restart to the Windows recovery environment. Follow instructions.

Warning: All files and programs will be deleted and replaced. Back up data before restoring.

Notes:

• Smart Backup supports NTFS file system only.
• The destination partition must be selected in Settings the first time.
• 'Backup Now' is available 10 minutes after logging into Windows.
• Select 'Always run on next reboot' for automatic enabling after system reboot.

BIOS Update Utilities

GIGABYTE motherboards offer two BIOS update tools: Q-Flash™ and Q-Flash Plus. These tools allow BIOS updates without entering MS-DOS mode. Q-Flash Plus provides additional protection for safety and stability.

What is Q-Flash Plus?

Q-Flash Plus allows BIOS updates when the system is off (S5 shutdown state). Save the latest BIOS to a USB thumb drive, plug it into the dedicated port, and press the Q-Flash Plus button to flash the BIOS automatically.

What is Q-Flash™?

Q-Flash updates the system BIOS without needing to enter MS-DOS or Windows. Embedded in the BIOS, it simplifies the flashing process.

2-1 Updating the BIOS with the Q-Flash Utility

A. Before You Begin

1. Download the latest compressed BIOS update file matching your motherboard model from GIGABYTE's website.
2. Uncompress the file and save the new BIOS file (e.g., X670EAORUSMASTER.F1) to a USB flash drive or hard drive formatted with FAT32/16.
3. Restart the system. During POST, press the <End> key to enter Q-Flash. Alternatively, access Q-Flash from BIOS Setup by pressing <End> or clicking the Q-Flash icon (or pressing <F8>). If the BIOS file is on a RAID/AHCI drive or an independent SATA controller, use the <End> key during POST.

Warning: BIOS flashing is risky. Inadequate flashing may result in system malfunction.

B. Updating the BIOS

In the Q-Flash menu, select an item to execute. Choose the location where the BIOS file is saved. The following assumes the file is on a USB flash drive.

Step 1: Insert the USB flash drive with the BIOS file. In Q-Flash, select 'Update BIOS'.

Image Description: A screenshot of the Q-Flash utility interface, showing options to update BIOS, save BIOS, and system information.

Note: The 'Save BIOS' option allows saving the current BIOS file.

Note: Q-Flash supports USB flash drives or hard drives formatted with FAT32/16. For RAID/AHCI drives or drives on independent SATA controllers, use the <End> key during POST.

Step 2: Select the BIOS update file. Ensure it matches your motherboard model.

Image Description: A screenshot of the Q-Flash utility showing the process of reading the BIOS file from the USB drive.

Warning: To ensure BIOS update integrity, the system will shut down and restart automatically to flash the BIOS. Do not turn off or restart the system during this process. Do not remove the USB flash drive or hard drive while updating.

Step 3: The system will restart after the update is complete.

Step 4: During POST, press <Delete> to enter BIOS Setup. On the 'Save & Exit' screen, select 'Load Optimized Defaults' and press <Enter>. This is recommended after a BIOS update as the system re-detects peripherals.

Image Description: A screenshot of the BIOS Setup utility's 'Save & Exit' screen, highlighting the 'Load Optimized Defaults' option.

Step 5: Select 'Save & Exit Setup' and press <Enter>. Confirm saving settings to CMOS and exiting BIOS Setup.

2-2 Using Q-Flash Plus

A. Before You Begin:

1. Download the latest compressed BIOS update file matching your motherboard model from GIGABYTE's website.
2. Uncompress the BIOS file, save it to a USB flash drive, and rename it to GIGABYTE.bin. The USB drive must use FAT32/16/12 file system.
3. Connect power cables to the 12V power connector and the main power connector.
4. Turn on the power supply before connecting the USB flash drive to the Q-Flash Plus port on the back panel.

B. Using Q-Flash Plus

Press the Q-Flash Plus button. The system will automatically search for and match the BIOS file on the USB drive connected to the Q-Flash Plus port. The QFLED or Q-Flash Plus button will flash during matching and flashing. Wait 6-8 minutes; the LEDs will stop flashing when complete.

Notes:

• To update the BIOS manually, ensure the system is off (S5 shutdown state).
• If your motherboard has a BIOS switch and an SB switch, reset them to their default settings (BIOS switch: Boot from main BIOS; SB switch: Dual BIOS).
• On motherboards with DualBIOS™, the backup BIOS will continue to update after the main BIOS is flashed and the system restarts. The system will then reboot again from the main BIOS.