Gigabyte Z490I AORUS ULTRA [11/48] 6 back panel connectors

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 memory modules, it is recommended that memory of

the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used.

1-5 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.

1-6 Back Panel Connectors

USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A Port (Red)

The USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A port supports the USB 3.2 Gen 2 specication and is compatible to the USB 3.2

Gen 1 and USB 2.0 specication. Use this port for USB devices.

USB Type-C

™

Port

The reversible USB port supports the USB 3.2 Gen 2 specication and is compatible to the USB 3.2 Gen 1

and USB 2.0 specication. Use this port for USB devices.

USB 2.0/1.1 Port

The USB port supports the USB 2.0/1.1 specication. Use this port for USB devices.

USB 3.2 Gen 1 Port

The USB 3.2 Gen 1 port supports the USB 3.2 Gen 1 specication and is compatible to the USB 2.0

specication. Use this port for USB devices.

USB 3.2 Gen 1 Port (Q-Flash Plus Port)

The USB port supports the USB 3.2 Gen 1 specication. Use this port for USB devices. Before using

Q-Flash Plus

(Note)

, make sure to insert the USB ash drive into this port rst.

DisplayPort

DisplayPort delivers high quality digital imaging and audio, supporting bi-directional audio transmission.

DisplayPort can support both DPCP and HDCP 2.3 content protection mechanisms. It provides improved

visuals supporting Rec. 2020 (Wide Color Gamut) and High Dynamic Range (HDR) for Blu-ray UHD

playback. You can use this port to connect your DisplayPort-supported monitor. Note: The DisplayPort

Technology can support a maximum resolution of 4096x2304@60 Hz but the actual resolutions supported

depend on the monitor being used.

The two memory sockets are divided into two channels and each channel has one memory socket as following:

Channel A: DDR4_A1

Channel B: DDR4_B1

• When removing the cable connected to a back panel connector, rst 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.

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