Version 1.0
Published October 2016
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Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction |
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Package Contents |
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Specifications |
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Motherboard Layout |
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I/O Panel |
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Chapter 2 Installation |
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Installing the CPU |
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Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink |
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Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) |
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Expansion Slots (PCI Express Slots) |
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Onboard Headers and Connectors |
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M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Installation Guide |
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Chapter 3 Software and Utilities Operation |
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Installing Drivers |
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ASRock Live Update & APP Shop |
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3.2.1 |
UI Overview |
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Apps |
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BIOS & Drivers |
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3.2.4 |
Setting |
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Enabling USB Ports for Windows® 7 Installation |
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Chapter 4 UEFI SETUP UTILITY |
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4.1 |
Introduction |
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4.2 |
EZ Mode |
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Advanced Mode |
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4.3.1 |
UEFI Menu Bar |
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4.3.2 |
Navigation Keys |
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Main Screen |
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OC Tweaker Screen |
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Advanced Screen |
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CPU Configuration |
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Chipset Configuration |
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Storage Configuration |
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Super IO Configuration |
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ACPI Configuration |
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USB Configuration |
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Trusted Computing |
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Tools |
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Hardware Health Event Monitoring Screen |
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Security Screen |
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Boot Screen |
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Exit Screen |
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B250M-HDV
Chapter 1 Introduction
Thank you for purchasing ASRock B250M-HDV motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock’s consistently stringent quality control. It delivers excellent performance with robust design conforming to ASRock’s commitment to quality and endurance.
In this documentation, Chapter 1 and 2 contains the introduction of the motherboard and step-by-step installation guides. Chapter 3 contains the operation guide of the software and utilities. Chapter 4 contains the configuration guide of the BIOS setup.
Because the motherboard specifications and the BIOS software might be updated, the content of this documentation will be subject to change without notice. In case any modifications of this documentation occur, the updated version will be available on ASRock’s website without further notice. If you require technical support related to this motherboard, please visit our website for specific information about the model you are using. You may find the latest VGA cards and CPU support list on ASRock’s website as well. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com.
•ASRock B250M-HDV Motherboard (Micro ATX Form Factor)
•ASRock B250M-HDV Quick Installation Guide
•ASRock B250M-HDV Support CD
•2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional)
•1 x Screw for M.2 Socket (Optional)
•1 x I/O Panel Shield
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•2 x DDR4 DIMM Slots
•Supports DDR4 2400/2133 non-ECC, un-buffered memory*
*7th Gen Intel® CPU supports DDR4 up to 2400; 6th Gen Intel® CPU supports DDR4 up to 2133.
•Supports ECC UDIMM memory modules (operate in nonECC mode)
•Max. capacity of system memory: 32GB
•Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) 2.0
•15μ Gold Contact in DIMM Slots
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Rear Panel |
• 1 x PS/2 Mouse/Keyboard Port |
I/O |
• 1 x D-Sub Port |
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• 1 x RJ-45 LAN Port with LED (ACT/LINK LED and SPEED |
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• HD Audio Jacks: Line in / Front Speaker / Microphone |
Storage |
• 6 x SATA3 6.0 Gb/s Connectors, support NCQ, AHCI and |
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Hot Plug* |
*If M2_1 is occupied by a SATA-type M.2 device, SATA3_5 will be disabled.
•1 x Ultra M.2 Socket, supports type 2230/2242/2260/2280 M.2 SATA3 6.0 Gb/s module and M.2 PCI Express module up to Gen3 x4 (32 Gb/s)**
**Supports Intel® OptaneTM Technology
**Supports NVMe SSD as boot disks
**Supports ASRock U.2 Kit
Connector • 1 x Print Port Header
•1 x COM Port Header
•1 x TPM Header
•1 x Chassis Intrusion Header
•1 x CPU Fan Connector (4-pin)
*The CPU Fan Connector supports the CPU fan of maximum 1A (12W) fan power.
•2 x Chassis Fan Connectors (4-pin)
•1 x 24 pin ATX Power Connector
•1 x 4 pin 12V Power Connector
•1 x Front Panel Audio Connector
•2 x USB 2.0 Headers (Support 4 USB 2.0 ports) (Supports ESD Protection (ASRock Full Spike Protection))
•1 x USB 3.0 Header (Supports 2 USB 3.0 ports) (Supports ESD Protection (ASRock Full Spike Protection))
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AMI UEFI Legal BIOS with multilingual GUI support |
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* For the updated Windows® 10 driver, please visit ASRock’s |
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* For detailed product information, please visit our website: http://www.asrock.com
Please realize that there is a certain risk involved with overclocking, including adjusting the setting in the BIOS, applying Untied Overclocking Technology, or using third-party overclocking tools. Overclocking may affect your system’s stability, or even cause damage to the components and devices of your system. It should be done at your own risk and expense. We are not responsible for possible damage caused by overclocking.
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B250M-HDV
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1ATX 12V Power Connector (ATX12V1)
2CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1)
32 x 288-pin DDR4 DIMM Slots (DDR4_A1, DDR4_B1)
4ATX Power Connector (ATXPWR1)
5USB 3.0 Header (USB3_5_6)
6USB 2.0 Header (USB_5_6)
7SATA3 Connector (SATA3_4)
8SATA3 Connector (SATA3_5)
9SATA3 Connector (SATA3_3)
10SATA3 Connector (SATA3_2)
11System Panel Header (PANEL1)
12Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN2)
13Chassis Speaker Header (SPEAKER1)
14SATA3 Connector (SATA3_1)
15SATA3 Connector (SATA3_0)
16Chassis Intrusion Header (CI1)
17TPM Header (TPMS1)
18USB 2.0 Header (USB_3_4)
19Print Port Header (LPT1)
20COM Port Header (COM1)
21Front Panel Audio Header (HD_AUDIO1)
22Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN1)
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USB 2.0 Ports (USB_12) |
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USB 3.0 Ports (USB3_1_2) |
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LAN RJ-45 Port* |
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HDMI Port |
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Line In (Light Blue)** |
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D-Sub Port |
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Front Speaker (Lime)** |
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DVI-D Port |
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Microphone (Pink)** |
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6USB 3.0 Ports (USB3_34)
*There are two LEDs on the LAN port. Please refer to the table below for the LAN port LED indications.
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** To configure 7.1 CH HD Audio, it is required to use an HD front panel audio module and enable the multichannel audio feature through the audio driver.
Please set Speaker Configuration to “7.1 Speaker”in the Realtek HD Audio Manager.
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This is a Micro ATX form factor motherboard. Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that the motherboard fits into it.
Pre-installation Precautions
Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings.
•Make sure to unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard components. Failure to do so may cause physical injuries and damages to motherboard components.
•In order to avoid damage from static electricity to the motherboard’s components, NEVER place your motherboard directly on a carpet. Also remember to use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safety grounded object before you handle the components.
•Hold components by the edges and do not touch the ICs.
•Whenever you uninstall any components, place them on a grounded anti-static pad or in the bag that comes with the components.
•When placing screws to secure the motherboard to the chassis, please do not overtighten the screws! Doing so may damage the motherboard.
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1.Before you insert the 1151-Pin CPU into the socket, please check if the PnP cap is on the socket, if the CPU surface is unclean, or if there are any bent pins in the socket. Do not force to insert the CPU into the socket if above situation is found. Otherwise, the CPU will be seriously damaged.
2.Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU.
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Please save and replace the cover if the processor is removed. The cover must be placed if you wish to return the motherboard for after service.
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This motherboard provides two 288-pin DDR4 (Double Data Rate 4) DIMM slots, and supports Dual Channel Memory Technology.
1.For dual channel configuration, you always need to install identical (the same brand, speed, size and chip-type) DDR4 DIMM pairs.
2.It is unable to activate Dual Channel Memory Technology with only one memory module installed.
3.It is not allowed to install a DDR, DDR2 or DDR3 memory module into a DDR4 slot; otherwise, this motherboard and DIMM may be damaged.
The DIMM only fits in one correct orientation. It will cause permanent damage to the motherboard and the DIMM if you force the DIMM into the slot at incorrect orientation.
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There is 1 PCI slot and 3 PCI Express slots on the motherboard.
Before installing an expansion card, please make sure that the power supply is switched off or the power cord is unplugged. Please read the documentation of the expansion card and make necessary hardware settings for the card before you start the installation.
PCIe slots:
PCIE1 (PCIe 3.0 x16 slot) is used for PCI Express x16 lane width graphics cards. PCIE2 (PCIe 3.0 x1 slot) is used for PCI Express x1 lane width cards.
PCIE3 (PCIe 3.0 x1 slot) is used for PCI Express x1 lane width cards.
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Onboard headers and connectors are NOT jumpers. Do NOT place jumper caps over these headers and connectors. Placing jumper caps over the headers and connectors will cause permanent damage to the motherboard.
System Panel Header
(9-pin PANEL1)
(see p.6, No. 11)
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GND |
RESET# |
PWRBTN# |
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PLED- |
HDLED- |
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Connect the power switch, reset switch and system status indicator on the chassis to this header according to the pin assignments below. Note the positive and negative pins before connecting the cables.
PWRBTN (Power Switch):
Connect to the power switch on the chassis front panel. You may configure the way to turn off your system using the power switch.
RESET (Reset Switch):
Connect to the reset switch on the chassis front panel. Press the reset switch to restart the computer if the computer freezes and fails to perform a normal restart.
PLED (System Power LED):
Connect to the power status indicator on the chassis front panel. The LED is on when the system is operating. The LED keeps blinking when the system is in S1/S3 sleep state. The LED is off when the system is in S4 sleep state or powered off (S5).
HDLED (Hard Drive Activity LED):
Connect to the hard drive activity LED on the chassis front panel. The LED is on when the hard drive is reading or writing data.
The front panel design may differ by chassis. A front panel module mainly consists of power switch, reset switch, power LED, hard drive activity LED, speaker and etc. When connecting your chassis front panel module to this header, make sure the wire assignments and the pin assignments are matched correctly.
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