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Gigabyte Z97

BoardviewBIOS
Revisions
Rev 1.0
Files
2
Updated

Gigabyte Z97 is a desktop motherboard.

The catalog has 1 boardview file and 1 BIOS file for it, posted in 2024 across 3 Telegram channels. Each download button opens the original Telegram post.

The files are marked Rev 1.0; other revisions of the same board can differ in parts and layout.

The boardview comes in .BDV and .TVW format. .TVW files usually need FlexBV or the viewer they were exported for; OpenBoardView handles .BRD, .BDV and .FZ. See OpenBoardView: Installation and First Steps.

BIOS notes: file names mention 8 MB chip sizes. Read and save the original chip contents before you write anything to it — Keeping the Windows Product Key (MSDM) When Reflashing a BIOS.

Compatible models

  • Gigabyte Z97

Files for Gigabyte Z97

Boardview files 1 All boardview files →

BIOS and firmware 1 All bios and firmware →

Frequently asked questions

Which revision of Gigabyte Z97 do I have?
Files for this board mention Rev 1.0. The revision is printed on the PCB silkscreen, usually next to the board code. Pick files with the same revision when you can; if yours is not listed, the closest revision is usually fine for the schematic but check part positions in the boardview carefully.
How do I open the Gigabyte Z97 boardview file?
The boardview for Gigabyte Z97 is available as .BDV and .TVW. .BDV usually opens in OpenBoardView (free) or FlexBV. .TVW usually needs FlexBV or the matching viewer. See What Is a Boardview File and Why You Need One.
What should I check before flashing the Gigabyte Z97 BIOS?
Read the original chip with a programmer and save two copies before writing anything. File names for this board mention 8 MB images; the dump size must match your chip. A dump from another board carries that board's serial number and MAC address, so restore yours from the backup.

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