The Gigabyte Z690 AERO G DDR4 (rev. 1.x) is a motherboard designed specifically for Intel processors. It supports the latest memory technology, DDR4 and is aimed at the gaming and high-performance computing segments.

Features

• Supports Intel 11th Gen processors
• Supports DDR4 memory technology
• AES New Instructions (AES-NI)
• Intel Turbo Boost Technology 3.0
• Intel Optane Memory Ready
• Multi-Way Graphics Support with PCIe Armor and Ultra Durable Design
• Smart Fan 6 features multiple temperature sensors and headers with fan stop
• RGB FUSION 2.0 with Addressable LED and RGB LED strips support
• Dual Ultra-Fast NVMe PCIe 4.0/3.0 x4 M.2

Specifications

• CPU socket: LGA1200
• Chipset: Intel Z690 Express
• Form Factor: ATX (305mm x 244mm)
• Memory: 4 DIMM slots, Dual Channel DDR4
• Expansion slots: 3 x PCIe 4.0 x16, 2 x PCIe 4.0 x1
• Storage: 6 x SATA 6Gb/s, 2 x M.2(M Key, Type 2260/2280/22110), 1 x M.2 (CNVi, Type 2230)
• Audio: Realtek ALC1220-VB codec, ESS SABRE HiFi 9218 DAC, Support for DTS X:Ultra

Using technologies

• PCIe 4.0: Provides double the bandwidth of PCIe 3.0, allowing faster communication between devices.
• Intel Turbo Boost Technology 3.0: Increases processor speed beyond the base frequency for applications that need it.
• AES New Instructions (AES-NI): Intel CPU technology that accelerates AES encryption with hardware support.
• Intel Optane Memory Ready: Enables high-speed storage with Intel Optane memory modules.
• Smart Fan 6: Provides smarter cooling with temperature sensors and fan headers.
• RGB FUSION 2.0: Allows for custom LED lighting effects, providing personalization for your build.
• Dual Ultra-Fast NVMe PCIe 4.0/3.0 x4 M.2: Two ultra-fast NVMe solid-state drive slots with faster PCIe 4.0 support, providing faster storage solutions.

Known Issues and Troubleshooting

As with any hardware component, users may experience issues such as BSODs or system crashes. Since this motherboard works in tandem with Intel processors, there are some known issues with various processor drivers impacting motherboard hardware. Therefore, when using this motherboard with a specific processor, ensure the correct driver, like Intel HID Event Filter Driver 2.2.2.1 for Windows 10 64-bit, is installed, as it could impact your onboard hardware orperating functions significantly. Should you encounter system or stability issues, ensure that device drivers and firmware files, including the BIOS/UEFI version in use, have been updated to the most recent version before submitting request for further assistance on troubleshooting the motherboard.

Gigabyte Z690 AERO G DDR4 (rev. 1.x) Intel HID Event Filter Driver 2.2.2.1 for Windows 10 64-bit

The Intel HID Event Filter driver 2.2.2.1 for Windows 10 64-bit is a driver specific to the motherboard that helps to filter interrupt signals sent from peripherals and keep such interrupt issues from affecting your operating system processes. The latest version should add the necessary benchmarks information to ensure smoother operating experience, less conflicts with other hardware components of your computer, and effective combination with the components mounted on the motherboard. Drivers add-ons and maintenance information can be obtained through the support page designed specifically for this motherboard.