Unique Features (AMD AM5 Series)

GIGABYTE Control Center

GIGABYTE Control Center (GCC) provides easy access to GIGABYTE applications that enhance the functionality of your GIGABYTE motherboard. Its unified interface allows you to launch GIGABYTE apps, check for updates, and download apps, drivers, and BIOS.

Drivers Installation

After installing the operating system, a prompt will appear asking to download and install drivers and GIGABYTE applications via GCC. Click 'Install' to proceed. Ensure 'Gigabyte Utilities Downloader' is enabled in BIOS Setup under Settings > Gigabyte Utilities Downloader Configuration.

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

Note: Software availability and functionality may vary by motherboard model and OS version. Setup menus are for reference only.

Before installation, ensure your system is connected to the internet.

Running the GIGABYTE Control Center

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

If GCC is closed, it can be restarted by clicking the GCC icon in the Start menu under 'All apps'.

1-1 RGB Fusion

This application allows you to enable or customize the lighting modes of onboard LEDs and addressable LED strips within the Windows environment.

The RGB Fusion Interface

The interface displays various lighting effects, color customization options, and controls for motherboard LEDs and addressable LED strips.

Using RGB Fusion

To configure LEDs, click the motherboard icon for detailed settings. Select the desired area and adjust the LED color and lighting behavior. For addressable LED strips, use the 'Scan' function to detect the strip type and access digital modes. The 'Advanced' mode allows individual LED control for addressable RGB Gen2 LED strips.

Important Notes:

• Do not connect addressable RGB Gen1 and Gen2 LED strips to the same header simultaneously to avoid abnormal LED behavior.
• The maximum number of addressable RGB Gen2 LEDs supported is 256, and the maximum number of LED strips is 8.
• The number of controllable LEDs or strips may vary based on specific LED strip specifications.

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

Note 2: Available regions, modes, and colors may vary by motherboard.

1-2 FAN Control

This application allows you to monitor and adjust fan speeds within the operating system.

The FAN Control Interface

The interface provides controls for fan speed settings, including modes like Silent, Auto Fan Stop, Normal, Full Speed, and Manual. It also displays fan RPM and decibel levels, along with temperature monitoring.

Using FAN Control

You can select a 'Smart Fan' mode or use 'Manual' mode to adjust fan speeds based on system temperatures. The 'Reset' button reverts settings to the last saved values. The 'Noise Detection' feature measures noise levels inside the chassis in decibels.

Requirements:

• The speed control function requires a fan with speed control design.
• The noise detection function requires a motherboard with a noise detection header.

1-3 Performance

This application offers a user-friendly interface for fine-tuning system settings, including overclocking and overvoltage adjustments within Windows.

The Performance Interface

The interface provides detailed system information, including CPU, memory, motherboard model, and BIOS version. It allows adjustments to CPU frequency, voltage, and power settings. Memory clock can also be adjusted.

Using Performance

Information: Displays details about your CPU, memory, motherboard, and BIOS version.

• CPU: Adjust CPU frequency, voltage, and power settings. Save configurations to profiles (up to 2).
• DDR: Adjust memory clock settings.
• System Alert: Monitor hardware temperatures, voltages, and fan speeds, and set warning alarms.

Note: Available functions may vary by motherboard and CPU. Grayed-out options indicate unsupported features.

Caution: Incorrect overclocking or overvoltage can damage hardware components and reduce their lifespan. Ensure you understand all functions before proceeding.

1-4 Smart Backup

Smart Backup automatically backs up partitions as image files hourly, allowing for system or file restoration when needed.

The Smart Backup Main Menu

The main menu provides options for 'Settings' (select source/destination partitions), 'Start' (create rescue drive), 'Backup Now' (perform immediate backup), and 'File Recovery' / 'System Recovery' (restore files or system from backup image).

Creating a Backup

In 'Settings', select the source and destination partitions and click 'OK'. The initial backup starts after 10 minutes, with subsequent backups occurring hourly. By default, all system drive partitions are selected as the source. The destination cannot be the same as the source.

Saving to a Network Location

To save backups to a network location, select 'Browse network location'. Ensure both computers are in the same domain, choose the network location, and enter credentials. Follow on-screen instructions.

Recovering a File

Click 'File Recovery', use the time slider to select a backup time, and browse the backed-up partitions to find and copy the desired file.

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 the desired partition backup and click 'Restore'.
5. Confirm system restart to proceed with the restore. The system will boot into the Windows recovery environment. Follow on-screen instructions.

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

Note: Smart Backup supports NTFS file system. The 'Backup Now' button is available 10 minutes after logging into Windows. Enable 'Always run on next reboot' for automatic backup after system restart.

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 enhanced protection for system safety and stability.

What is Q-Flash Plus?

Q-Flash Plus enables BIOS updates when the system is powered off (S5 shutdown state). Save the latest BIOS to a USB 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 is embedded within the BIOS, allowing system BIOS updates without needing to boot into MS-DOS or Windows, simplifying 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 for your motherboard model from GIGABYTE's website.
2. Uncompress the file and save the new BIOS file (e.g., X670EAORUSMASTER.F1) to a FAT32/16 formatted USB flash drive or hard drive.
3. Restart the system. During POST, press the 'End' key to enter Q-Flash. Alternatively, access Q-Flash from BIOS Setup by pressing the 'F8' key or clicking the Q-Flash icon. If the BIOS file is on a RAID/AHCI mode hard drive or an independent SATA controller, use the 'End' key during POST.

Caution: BIOS flashing is risky. Inadequate flashing can lead to system malfunction.

B. Updating the BIOS:

1. Insert the USB flash drive with the BIOS file into the computer. In Q-Flash, select 'Update BIOS'.
2. Select the BIOS update file. Ensure it matches your motherboard model.

The system will read the BIOS file and display the update process. The system will automatically shut down and restart to flash the BIOS with Q-Flash.

Important: Do not turn off or restart the system during the BIOS reading or updating process. Do not remove the USB flash drive or hard drive during the update.

Step 3: The system restarts after the update is complete.

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

Step 5: Select 'Save & Exit Setup', press 'Enter', and then select 'Yes' to save settings and exit BIOS Setup. The procedure is complete upon system restart.

2-2 Using Q-Flash Plus

A. Before You Begin:

1. Download the latest compressed BIOS update file for your motherboard model from GIGABYTE's website.
2. Uncompress the file, save it to a FAT32/16/12 formatted USB flash drive, and rename it to 'GIGABYTE.bin'.
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 flash drive connected to the Q-Flash Plus port. The QFLED or Q-Flash Plus button will flash during the process. Wait 6-8 minutes for the LEDs to stop flashing, indicating completion.

Manual Update: Ensure the system is off (S5 shutdown state). If your motherboard has a BIOS switch and SB switch, reset them to their default settings.

DualBIOS™: On motherboards with DualBIOS™, the backup BIOS will continue to update after the main BIOS has been flashed and the system restarts. The system will then reboot again from the main BIOS.