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GATRX40DESIGNAREAU, GA-TRX40-DESIGNARE-AU
Gigabyte TRX40 DESIGNARE (rev. 1.0) Motherboard
Key Features
AMD TRX40 DESIGNARE Motherboard with Direct 16+3 Phases Infineon Digital VRM,
Fins-Array Heatsink, Dual Intel LAN, 4 PCIe 4.0 M.2 with Thermal Guards, Bundled
GC-Titan Ridge Add-In Card and AORUS Gen4 AIC Adaptor, Intel WiFi 6
802.11ax,120dB SNR AMP-UP Audio
- Supports 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen Threadripper Processors
- Quad Channel ECC/ Non-ECC Unbuffered DDR4, 8 DIMMs
- 16+3 Phases Infineon Digital VRM Solution with 70A Power Stage
- Triple Thermal Protection with Fin-Arrays and 8mm Maga-Heatpipe
- Dual Intel Gigabit LAN with cFosSpeed to shorten response time
- 4 Ultra-Fast NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 M.2 with Enlarged Thermal Guards
- Onboard Intel WiFi 6 802.11ax 2T2R & BT 5 with Antenna
- 120dB SNR AMP-UP Audio with ALC1220-VB and WIMA Audio
Capacitors
- Bundled 40Gb/s GC-Titan Ridge Add-In Card
- Exclusive AORUS Gen4 AIC Adaptor for Extra 4 NVMe PCIe 4.0/3.0 x4
M.2
- USB TurboCharger for Mobile Device Fast Charge Support
- RGB FUSION with Multi-Zone Addressable LED Light Show Design, Support
Addressable LED & RGB LED Strips
- Smart Fan 5 features Multiple Temperature Sensors, Hybrid Fan Headers with
FAN STOP and Noise Detection
- Front & Rear USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C Header
- Q-Flash Plus Update BIOS Without Installing CPU, Memory and Graphics
Card
PERFORMANCE
Direct 16 Phase Power Design
Power Efficiency & Voltage Ripple Grap
16+3 Direct Digital Power Design
TRX40 DESIGNARE motherboard uses latest new generation Infineon multiphase
PWM controller, and a total 16+3 phase for vCore and SOC, all with Infineon
TDA21472 Power Stage MOSFET which is capable of providing at least 70A of power
from each phase, for a total of amazing 1330A. Power design is no longer a
bottleneck for this motherboard.
- New Direct Multiphase Power Design
- No Doubler / Not Parallel
- Next-Gen Infineon PWM Controller
- 70A Power Stage
- The Lowest Voltage Ripple
- The Highest Efficiency
- 8+8 Pin Metal Shielding Connector
Thermal Design
Fins-Array
Fins-Array increases the heat dissipation surface by 300% compared to
traditional heatsinks of the same size.
Extended Heatpipe
Heatpipes transfer heat between heatsinks to get thermal balance more
quickly.
3X PCIe 4.0 M.2 Heatsink
Enlarged M.2 heatsink prevents new generation PCIe 4.0 SSD from throttled
performance under overheat condition.
LAIRD Thermal Pad
By using 1.5mm thicker 5 W/mK thermal conductivity pad, it can transfer 2.7x
more heat than usual thermal pad in the same time.
Ultra Durable Baseplate
Aluminum baseplate is 3x thermal conductivity than steel one ensuring
efficient thermal dissipation.
TRX40 Chipset Heatsink
Reactive chipset heatsink with grooves ensures TRX40 chipset run cool and
quiet.
5cm Ball Bearing Silent Fan
Built-in 5cm ball bearing fan to cool down TRX40 chipset, it will completely
stop under idle condition to extend fan life cycle.
2X Copper PCB
GIGABYTE's exclusive 2X Copper PCBs design provides sufficient power trace
paths between components to handle greater than normal power loads and to remove
heat from the critical CPU power delivery area. This is essential to ensure the
motherboard is able to handle the increased power loading that is necessary when
overclocking.
XMP 4400
Support for DDR4 to 4400MHz and
Beyond
GIGABYTE is offering a tested and proven platform that ensures proper
compatibility to 4400MHz and beyond.
CONNECTIVITY
40Gb/s GC-Titan Ridge
Bundled 40Gb/s GC-Titan Ridge Add-In
Card
The fastest 40Gb/s single-wire connection With bundled GC- Titan Ridge AIC,
It delivers speeds of up to 40Gb/s transfer speed that's 2 times faster than
previous generation. It provides the fastest connection to any dock, display and
device. A single port can daisy-chain up to 3 Thunderbolt devices without an
additional hub or switch. In addition, it supports quick charging with the
latest technology PD3.0.
AORUS Gen4 AIC Adaptor
- 4 x PCIe 4.0/3.0 M.2 Slots
- Full PCI Express 4.0 ready Design
- Advanced Thermal Solution for PCIe 4.0 SSD
- Easy Software RAID with Single Click to Get Amazing Performance
- Custom AORUS Storage Manager
Full PCIe 4.0 Design
Advanced Thermal Solution
AORUS Gen4 AIC Adaptor equips very advanced thermal solution, including 5.5mm
pure copper heatsink, 5cm double ball bearing fan, M.2 SSD baseplate and
multiple thermal pads to cool down both sides of 4 M.2 high performance SSD with
active cooling.
Users
can choose 3 different fan profile based on hardware configuration to reach
perfect balance of high storage performance and low noise
AORUS Storage Manager
AORUS Storage Manager, a dedicated software for AORUS Gen4 AIC Adaptor,
allows users to enable RAID 0 on multiple M.2 SSD in a single click, also
monitor overall temperature on SSD and PCB to change different fan profile based
on users hardware configuration.
TRX40 DESIGNARE equips several new components to ensure the best PCIe 4.0
signal quality, including PCB, PCIe Slots, M.2 Connectors, Re-drivers, Switches
that are specifically designed for PCIe 4.0. There will be no compromised on
PCIe 4.0 performance.
4 WAY Dual Configuration
4 X PCIe 4.0 M2
GIGABYTE Motherboards are focused on delivering M.2 technology to enthusiasts
who want to maximize their systems potential.
Four PCIe 4.0 SSD in RAID 0 | Extreme Performance with PCIe 4.0 x4
NVMe PCIe SSDs
GIGABYTE TRX40 motherboards offer the industry's best compatibility in terms
of NVMe storage for users who demand high capacity and seek the best
performance. AORUS' unique design can be configured in RAID for record speeds of
up to 14991 MB/s (Sequential Read), making AORUS the obvious choice for the
ultimate PC.
Dual Intel GbE LAN with cFosSpeed Internet Accelerator
Software
Dual Intel Gigabit LAN features cFosSpeed, a network traffic management
application which helps to improve network latency and maintain low ping times
to deliver better responsiveness in crowded LAN environments.
New Introduce Intel WiFi 6 802.11ax + BT 5
Module
Intel Wireless solution supports 802.11ax, enables gigabit wireless
performance, provides smooth video streaming, better gaming experience, few
dropped connections and speeds up to 2.4Gbps*. Moreover, Bluetooth 5 provides 4X
range over BT 4.2 and with faster transmission.
Benefit of WiFi 6:
1. 5.5X throughput than 802.11ac 1x1*
2. 4X better network capacity, no traffic jams especially in those dense area
with lots of devices
3. Network efficiency increase for better user experience
AORUS Antenna Supports Dual Band with Better WIFI
Signal
- All new antenna supported dual band 802.11ax/ac 2.4GHz & 5GHz better
signal strength compared to traditional antenna design
- AORUS Antenna with smart antenna function for the best WIFI signal
transmitting
- Multiple angle tilt and magnetic base for the best signal strength
direction and location
USB TurboCharger
GIGABYTE patent pending USB TurboCharger technology allows users to recharge
their mobile devices with stunning speed, up to 50% in less than 30 minutes*. By
connecting Front USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A cable of chassis to our motherboard, USB
TurboCharger can recharge both Android devices with QC 3.0 and Apple devices
with Apple Fast-Charge function.
COOLING
Smart Fan 5
With Smart Fan 5 users can ensure that their PC can maintain its performance
while staying cool. Smart Fan 5 allows users to interchange their fan headers to
reflect different thermal sensors at different locations on the motherboard. Not
only that, with Smart Fan 5 more hybrid fan headers that support both PWM and
Voltage mode fans have been introduced to make the motherboard more liquid
cooling friendly.
Fan
Pin Headers
Internal
Temperature Sensors
External
Temperature Sensors
Temperature Sensors
Hybrid Fan Headers / Temperature Sensor Cable x 2
- 8 Fan / Water Pump Connectors
- 7 Temperature Sensors
- 2 External Temperature Sensors
- All Hybrid Fan Headers
- Interoperable Fans and Sensors
- Supports High Current Fans up to 24W(2AX12V) with Over-Current
Protection
- Intuitive UI for Fan Control
8X Hybrid Fan Header
Intelligent Fan Control Design
Hybrid Fan Pin Headers
Assume complete control over your liquid cooling setup! Smart Fan 5 receives
up-to-the-second information on flow-rate and water-temperature through the
Hybrid Fan Pin Headers or external thermistor sensorsgiving you absolute mastery
over your PC.
- All Hybrid Fan Headers can automatically detect the type of cooling device
whether it be fan or pump with different PWM or Voltage mode.
New Smart Fan 5 Software
Choose from different modes, Quiet to Full Speed, to match your system usage
preferences.
For each fan or pump, you can use the intuitive fan curve to define trigger
thresholds and corresponding fan speeds.
AUDIO
ALC1220-VB Immersive Gaming ViBes
All New Realtek High-End HD Audio Codec
ALC1220 120dB(A) SNR HD Audio with Smart Headphone Amp automatically detects
impedance of your head-worn audio device, preventing issues such as low volume
and distortion.
With the new VB series audio controller, stream your voice to the world
vibrantly with both front/rear microphone SNR up to 110/114dB(A).
High-End WIMA & Audio Capacitors
TRX40 motherboards feature Hi-Fi grade WIMA FKP2 capacitors which are used as
feedback signal processing to deliver crystal and balanced sound and are also
being used widely in premium grade Hi-Fi systems. The addition of this to the
exclusive AORUS AMP-UP Audio technology makes for the ideal onboard sound
solution for the most demanding audiophiles.
Recreates an authentic, spatially accurate 3D audio experience for
gaming over any headphones or speakers. Supports channel-based, scene based and
object-based audio. Provides out-of-the-box calibration for a range of
headphones and speakers. Provides post-processing enhancements and device level
tuning for DTScodecs.
DTS Sound Unbound* leverage Microsoft Spatial, enabling the the
most believable, 3D audio experience for games. Immersion through DTS
Headphone:X means in the sonic landscape, stationary and moving sounds can be
heard from above, below or around the listener. Sounds pass around the listener
with amazing externalization and accurate
localization.
No More Confusion During In-Game Voice Chat
Microphone input with higher front dynamic range allows gamers to hear more
clearly. No more misunderstandings, no more confusing GO! GO! GO! as NO! NO!
NO!
ULTRA DURABLE
Integrated I/O Shield Armor | Durable Design And Easy
Installation
With an integrated I/O shield, building a GIGABYTE Ultra Durable PC is even
easier and convenient. Users can expect excellent durability with the durable
design of the pre-installed I/O shield.
Solid Pin Power Connectors
TRX40 DESIGNARE feature solid plated ATX 24pin & ATX 12V 8pin +8pin power
connectors to offer a stable power supply during CPU overloading.
Solid Pin Power connector advantages
- Larger contact area for electricity
- More metal quantity to sustain higher power and generated heat
- Ultra durable and longer lifespan
Ultra Durable Memory Armor
GIGABYTE exclusive one piece stainless steel shielding design prevents
against PCB distortion/twisting and plate bending, in addition to preventing any
possible ESD interference.
Ultra Durable PCIe Armor | Industry Leading Ultra Durable PCIe
Armor
The innovative one piece stainless steel shielding design from GIGABYTE
reinforces the PCIe connectors to provide the extra strength required to support
heavy graphics cards.
The Industry's Leading LAN Static-Electricity & Surge
Protection
GIGABYTE motherboards use ICs with up to 3 times the ESD resistance levels
compared to traditional ICs. This helps to better protect the motherboard and
its components against potential damage caused by static electricity. GIGABYTE
motherboards also feature special anti-surge ICs that protect your motherboard,
and your PC from any surge in power delivery that may occur, helping to ensure
that your PC is equipped to deal with any potentially irregular and inconsistent
power delivery
Q-Flash Plus
Update the BIOS easily without installing the CPU, memory and
graphics card.
With GIGABYTE Q-Flash Plus, you dont need to install the CPU, memory and
graphics card nor enter the BIOS menu to flash the BIOS. Just download and save
a new BIOS file (rename to gigabyte.bin) on the USB flash drive, then press the
dedicated Q-Flash Plus button and youre good to go
GIGABYTE Patented Double Locking Bracket
GIGABYTE Patented DualBIOS Design
GIGABYTE Ultra Durable motherboards feature GIGABYTE DualBIOS, an exclusive
technology from GIGABYTE that protects arguably one of your PC's most crucial
components, the BIOS. GIGABYTE DualBIOS means that your motherboard has both a
'Main BIOS' and a 'Backup BIOS', protecting users from BIOS failure due to
virus, hardware malfunction, improper OC settings or power failure during the
update process.
LIGHTING
RGB Fusion 2.0 | Support RGB Lighting Effect in Full
Color
Personalize your next PC rig to your liking by selecting the color of your
choice to illuminate the external RGB light strip.
RGB Fusion 2.0 Software
With an integrated intuitive user interface, the RGB Fusion 2.0 provides you
a better solution for customizing the lighting effects across all supported
devices. From motherboards, graphics cards to the peripheral products, you can
personalize your gaming rig with your own style and show off your build by
sharing the profiles. In addition, the new gaming mode makes the lighting
effects interactive with selected games to bring you the most immersive gaming
experience.
Sync with one click
Individual control as you wish
EXCELLENCE
BIOS
APP CENTER
GIGABYTE APP CENTER is an useful portal of all GIGABYTE MB utilities and
drivers, you can choose any utility you want to install from APP CENTER and keep
you updated with latest utilities and drivers version.
EasyTune
GIGABYTE's EasyTune is a simple and easy-to-use interface that allows users
to fine-tune their system settings or adjust system and memory clocks and
voltages in a Windows environment. With Smart Quick Boost, one click is all it
takes to automatically overclock your system, giving an added performance boost
when you need it the most.
System Information Viewer
GIGABYTE System Information Viewer is a central location that gives you
access to your current system status. Monitor components such as the clocks and
processor, set your preferred fan speed profile, create alerts when temperatures
get too high or record your system's behavior; these are the possibilities of
the System Information Viewe
XSplit Gamecaster + Broadcaster: Cast Your Game Anytime,
Anywhere
Now set up your stage and share the greatest gaming moments with XSplit
Gamecaster + Broadcaster! Fully optimized social media integration is ready for
real-time chatskeeping you notified yet focused in the game. It takes just one
click to stream your gameplay to Twitch. Host your game like a
pro!
Specifications
|
CPU |
1. AMD Socket
sTRX4: |
|
Support 3rd Generation
AMD Ryzen Threadripper processors |
|
(Please refer "CPU
Support List" for more information.) |
|
Chipset |
1. AMD
TRX40 |
|
Memory |
1. 8 x DDR4 DIMM
sockets supporting up to 256 GB (32 GB single DIMM capacity) of system
memory |
|
2. Quad Channel memory
architecture |
|
3. Support for DDR4
4400(O.C.) / 4266(O.C.) / 4133(O.C.) / 4000(O.C.) / 3866(O.C.) /
3733(O.C.) / 3600(O.C.) / 3466(O.C.) / 3400(O.C.) / 3333(O.C.) /
3300(O.C.) / 3200 / 2933 / 2667 / 2400 / 2133 MHz memory
modules |
|
4. Support for ECC
Un-buffered DIMM 1Rx8/2Rx8 memory modules |
|
5. Support for non-ECC
Un-buffered DIMM 1Rx8/2Rx8/1Rx16 memory modules |
|
6. Support for Extreme
Memory Profile (XMP) memory modules |
|
Audio |
1. Realtek ALC4050H
codec+ Realtek ALC1220-VB codec |
|
2. Support for
DTS:X Ultra |
|
3. High Definition
Audio |
|
4.
2/4/5.1/7.1-channel |
|
5. Support for S/PDIF
Out |
|
LAN |
1. 2 x Intel GbE
LAN chip (10/100/1000 Mbit) |
|
Wireless
Communication module |
Intel Wi-Fi
6 AX200 |
|
1. Wi-Fi
802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, supporting 2.4/5 GHz Dual-Band |
|
2. BLUETOOTH
5.0 |
|
3. Support for 11ax
160MHz wireless standard and up to 2.4 Gbps data rate |
|
* Actual data rate may
vary depending on environment and equipment. |
|
Expansion
Slots |
1. 2 x PCI Express x16
slots, running at x16 (PCIEX16_1, PCIEX16_2) |
|
2. 2 x PCI Express x16
slots, running at x8 (PCIEX8_1, PCIEX8_2) |
|
3. 1 x PCI Express x1
slot |
|
(All of the PCI Express
slots conform to PCI Express 4.0 standard.) |
|
Multi-Graphics
Technology |
1. Support for AMD
Quad-GPU CrossFire and 4-Way/3-Way/2-Way AMD CrossFire
technologies |
|
2. Support for
NVIDIA Quad-GPU SLI and 4-Way/3-Way/2-Way NVIDIA SLI
technologies |
|
Storage
Interface |
CPU: |
|
1. 1 x M.2 connector
(Socket 3, M key, type 2260/2280/22110 SATA and PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 SSD
support) (M2M) |
|
2. 1 x M.2 connector
(Socket 3, M key, type 2280 SATA and PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 SSD support)
(M2Q) |
|
Chipset: |
|
1. 1 x M.2 connector
(Socket 3, M key, type 2280/22110 SATA and PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 SSD support)
(M2P) |
|
2. 1 x M.2 connector
(Socket 3, M key, type 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 SSD support)
(M2C) |
|
3. 8 x SATA 6Gb/s
connectors |
|
Support for RAID 0,
RAID 1, and RAID 10 |
|
USB |
CPU: |
|
1. 4 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
Type-A ports (red) on the back panel |
|
Chipset: |
|
1. 1 x USB Type-C port
on the back panel, with USB 3.2 Gen 2 support |
|
2. 1 x USB Type-C port
with USB 3.2 Gen 2 support, available through the internal USB
header |
|
3. 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
Type-A port (red) on the back panel |
|
4. 4 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
ports available through the internal USB headers |
|
Chipset+2 USB 2.0
Hubs: |
|
1. 6 x USB 2.0/1.1
ports (2 ports on the back panel, 4 ports available through the internal
USB headers) |
|
Internal I/O
Connectors |
1. 1 x 24-pin ATX main
power connector |
|
2. 2 x 8-pin ATX 12V
power connectors |
|
3. 1 x OC_PEG power
connector |
|
4. 1 x CPU fan
header |
|
5. 1 x water cooling
CPU fan header |
|
6. 2 x system fan
headers |
|
7. 4 x system fan/water
cooling pump headers |
|
8. 2 x addressable LED
strip headers |
|
9. 2 x RGB LED strip
headers |
|
10. 4 x M.2 Socket 3
connectors |
|
11. 8 x SATA 6Gb/s
connectors |
|
12. 1 x front panel
header |
|
13. 1 x front panel
audio header |
|
14. 1 x USB Type-C
header, with USB 3.2 Gen 2 support |
|
15. 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
headers |
|
16. 2 x USB 2.0/1.1
headers |
|
17. 1 x GIGABYTE
GC-TITAN RIDGE Add-in Card Connector |
|
18. 1 x Trusted
Platform Module (TPM) header (2x6 pin, for the GC-TPM2.0_S module
only) |
|
19. 1 x power
button |
|
20. 1 x reset
button |
|
21. 2 x temperature
sensor headers |
|
22. 1 x Clear CMOS
jumper |
|
Back Panel
Connectors |
1. 1 x Q-Flash Plus
button |
|
2. 1 x Clear CMOS
button |
|
3. 1 x USB Type-C port,
with USB 3.2 Gen 2 support |
|
4. 5 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
Type-A ports (red) |
|
5. 2 x USB 2.0/1.1
ports |
|
6. 2 x RJ-45
ports |
|
7. 2 x SMA antenna
connectors (2T2R) |
|
8. 1 x optical S/PDIF
Out connector |
|
9. 5 x audio
jacks |
|
I/O
Controller |
1. iTE I/O
Controller Chip |
|
H/W
Monitoring |
1. Voltage
detection |
|
2. Temperature
detection |
|
3. Fan speed
detection |
|
4. Water cooling flow
rate detection |
|
5. Overheating
warning |
|
6. Fan fail
warning |
|
7. Fan speed
control |
|
* Whether the fan
(pump) speed control function is supported will depend on the fan (pump)
you install. |
|
BIOS |
1. 2 x 128 Mbit
flash |
|
2. Use of licensed AMI
UEFI BIOS |
|
3. Support for
DualBIOS |
|
4. PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.7,
WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 5.0 |
|
Unique
Features |
1. Support for APP
Center |
|
* Available
applications in APP Center may vary by motherboard model. Supported
functions of each application may also vary depending on motherboard
specifications. |
|
@BIOS |
|
AutoGreen |
|
Cloud
Station |
|
EasyTune |
|
Fast
Boot |
|
Game
Boost |
|
RGB
Fusion |
|
Smart
Backup |
|
Smart
Keyboard |
|
Smart
Survey |
|
System Information
Viewer |
|
USB
Blocker |
|
USB
TurboCharger |
|
2. Support for Q-Flash
Plus |
|
3. Support for
Q-Flash |
|
4. Support for Xpress
Install |
|
Bundled
Software |
1. Norton Internet
Security (OEM version) |
|
2.
cFosSpeed |
|
3. XSplit Gamecaster +
Broadcaster (12 months license) |
|
Operating
System |
1. Support for Windows
10 64-bit |
|
Form
Factor |
1. XL-ATX Form Factor;
32.5cm x 26.9cm |
|
Remark |
1. Due to different
Linux support condition provided by chipset vendors, please download Linux
driver from chipset vendors' website or 3rd party
website. |
|
2. Most
hardware/software vendors may no longer offer drivers to support
Win9X/ME/2000/XP. If drivers are available from the vendors, we will
update them on the GIGABYTE
website. |
