ASRock Fatal1ty B450 Gaming K4 Service Manual

Version 1.0

Published June 2018

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Fatal1ty Story

Who knew that at age 19, I would be a World Champion PC gamer. When I was 13, I actually played competitive billiards in professional tournaments and won four or ve games o guys who played at the highest level. I actually thought of making a career of it, but at that young age situations change rapidly. Because I’ve been blessed with great hand-eye coordination and a grasp of mathematics (an important element in video gaming) I gravitated to that activity.

GOING PRO

I started professional gaming in 1999 when I entered the CPL (Cyberathlete Professional League) tournament in Dallas and won $4,000 for coming in third place. Emerging as one of the top players in the United States, a company interested in sponsoring me ew me to Sweden to compete against the top 12 players in the world. I won 18 straight games, lost none, and took rst place, becoming the number one ranked Quake III player in the world in the process. Two months later I followed that success by traveling to Dallas and defending my title as the world’s best Quake III player, winning the $40,000 grand prize. From there I entered competitions all over the world, including Singapore, Korea, Germany, Australia, Holland and Brazil in addition to Los Angeles, New York and St. Louis.

WINNING STREAK

I was excited to showcase my true gaming skills when defending my title as CPL Champion of the year at the CPL Winter 2001 because I would be competing in a totally dierent rst person shooter (fps) game, Alien vs. Predator II. I won that competition and walked away with a new car. e next year I won the same title playing Unreal Tournament 2003, becoming the only three-time CPL champion of the year. And I did it playing a different game each year, something no one else has ever done and a feat of which I am extremely proud.

At QuakeCon 2002, I faced o against my rival ZeRo4 in one of the most highly anticipated matches of the year, winning in a 14 to (-1) killer victory. Competing at Quakecon 2004, I became the World’s 1st Doom3 Champion by defeating Daler in a series of very challenging matches and earning $25,000 for the victory.

Since then Fatal1ty has traveled the globe to compete against the best in the world, winning prizes and acclaim, including the 2005 CPL World Tour Championship in New York City for a $150,000 rst place triumph. In August 2007, Johnathan was awarded the rst ever Lifetime Achievement Award in the four year history of the eSports-Award for “showing exceptional sportsmanship, taking part in shaping eSports into what it is today and for being the prime representative of this young sport. He has become the gurehead for eSports worldwide”.

LIVIN’ LARGE

Since my rst big tournament wins, I have been a “Professional Cyberathlete”, traveling the world and livin’ large with lots of International media coverage on outlets such as MTV, ESPN and a 60 Minutes segment on CBS to name only a few. It's unreal - it's crazy. I’m living a dream by playing video games for a living. I’ve always been athletic and took sports like hockey and football very seriously, working out and training hard. is discipline helps me become a better gamer and my drive to be the best has opened the doors necessary to become a professional.

A DREAM

Now, another dream is being realized – building the ultimate gaming computer, made up of the best parts under my own brand. Quality hardware makes a huge difference in competitions…a couple more frames per second and everything gets really nice. It’s all about getting the computer processing faster and allowing more uid movement around the maps.

My vision for Fatal1ty hardware is to allow gamers to focus on the game without worrying about their equipment, something I’ve preached since I began competing. I don’t want to worry about my equipment. I want to be there – over and done with - so I can focus on the game. I want it to be the fastest and most stable computer equipment on the face of the planet, so quality is what Fatal1ty Brand products represent.

Johnathan “Fatal1ty” Wendel

e Fatal1ty name, Fatal1ty logos and the Fatal1ty likeness are registered trademarks of Fatal1ty, Inc., and are used

owners.

Contents

Chapter 1 Introduction 1

1.1 Package Contents 1

1.2 Specications 2

1.3 Motherboard Layout 7

1.4 I/O Panel 9

Chapter 2 Installation 11

2.1 Installing the CPU 12

2.2 Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink 14

2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) 23

2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI Express Slots) 26

2.5 Jumpers Setup 27

2.6 Onboard Headers and Connectors 28

2.7 CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM Operation Guide 33

2.7.1 Installing Two CrossFireXTM-Ready Graphics Cards 33

2.7.2 Driver Installation and Setup 35

2.8 M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Installation Guide (M2_1) 36

2.9 M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Installation Guide (M2_2) 39

Chapter 3 Software and Utilities Operation 42

3.1 Installing Drivers 42

3.2 F-Stream 43

3.2.1 Installing F-Stream 43

3.2.2 Using F-Stream 43

3.3 ASRock Live Update & APP Shop 46

3.3.1 UI Overview 46

3.3.2 Apps 47

3.3.3 BIOS & Drivers 50

3.3.4 Setting 51

3.4 Creative SoundBlaster Cinema5 52

3.5 ASRock Polychrome LED 53

Chapter 4 UEFI SETUP UTILITY 56

4.1 Introduction 56

4.1.1 UEFI Menu Bar 56

4.1.2 Navigation Keys 57

4.2 Main Screen 58

4.3 OC Tweaker Screen 59

4.4 Advanced Screen 61

4.4.1 CPU Conguration 62

4.4.2 North Bridge Conguration 63

4.4.3 South Bridge Conguration 64

4.4.4 Storage Conguration 65

4.4.5 Super IO Conguration 66

4.4.6 ACPI Conguration 67

4.4.7 Trusted Computing 68

4.4.8 AMD PBS 69

4.5 Tool 70

4.6 Hardware Health Event Monitoring Screen 72

4.7 Security Screen 74

4.8 Boot Screen 75

4.9 Exit Screen 78

Fatal1ty B450 Gaming K4 Series

Chapter 1 Introduction

ank you for purchasing ASRock Fatal1ty B450 Gaming K4 Series 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 manual, Chapter 1 and 2 contains the introduction of the motherboard

and step-by-step installation guides. Chapter 3 contains the operation guide of the

soware and utilities. Chapter 4 contains the conguration guide of the BIOS setup.

Becau se the motherboard specications and the BIOS soware might be updated, the content of this manual will be subject to change without notice. In ca se any modications of this manual occur, the updated version will be available on ASRock’s website without further notice. If you require technical suppor t related to this motherboard, please visit our website for spe cic information about the model you are using. You may nd the l atest VGA cards and CPU support list on ASRock ’s website a s well. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com.

1.1 Package Contents

ASRock Fatal1ty B450 Gaming K4 Series Motherboard (ATX Form Factor)

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ASRock Fatal1ty B450 Gaming K4 Series Quick Installation Guide

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ASRock Fatal1ty B450 Gaming K4 Series Support CD

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1 x I/O Panel Shield

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2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional)

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2 x Screws for M.2 Sockets (Optional)

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1.2 Specications

Platform

CPU

Chipset

Memory

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* For Ryzen Series CPUs (Raven Ridge), ECC is only supported

with PRO CPUs.

* Please refer to Memory Support List on ASRock’s website for

more information. (http://www.asrock.com/)

* Please refer to page 23 for DDR4 UDIMM maximum frequency

support.

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ATX Form Factor

Solid Capacitor design

AMD AM4 Socket

Digi Power design

9 Power Phase design

Supports 105W Water Cooling (Pinnacle Ridge); Supports

95W Water Cooling (Summit Ridge); Supports 65W Water

Cooling (Raven Ridge)

AMD Promontory B450

Dual Channel DDR4 Memory Technology

4 x DDR4 DIMM Slots

AMD Ryzen series CPUs (Pinnacle Ridge) support DDR4

3200+(OC)/2933/2667/2400/2133 ECC & non-ECC, un-

buered memory*

AMD Ryzen series CPUs (Summit Ridge) support DDR4

3200+(OC)/2933(OC)/2667/2400/2133 ECC & non-ECC, un-

buered memory*

AMD Ryzen series CPUs (Raven Ridge) support DDR4

3200+(OC)/2933(OC)/2667/2400/2133 non-ECC, un-buered

memory*

Max. capacity of system memory: 64GB

15μ Gold Contact in DIMM Slots

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Fatal1ty B450 Gaming K4 Series

Expansion Slot

Graphics

AMD Ryzen series CPUs (Summit Ridge and Pinnacle Ridge)

2 x PCI Express 3.0 x16 Slots (PCIE2: x16 mode; PCIE4: x4

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mode)*

AMD Ryzen series CPUs (Raven Ridge)

2 x PCI Express 3.0 x16 Slots (PCIE2: x8 mode; PCIE4: x4

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mode)*

* Supports NVMe SSD as boot disks

* If M2_1 is occupied, PCIE4 will be disabled.

4 x PCI Express 2.0 x1 Slots

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Supports AMD Quad CrossFireXTM and CrossFireXTM**

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** is feature is only supported with Ryzen Series CPUs (Summit

Ridge, Pinnacle Ridge and Raven Ridge).

Integrated AMD RadeonTM Vega Series Graphics in Ryzen

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Series APU*

* Actual support may vary by CPU

DirectX 12, Pixel Shader 5.0

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Max. shared memory 2GB

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ree graphics output options: D-Sub, HDMI and

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DisplayPort 1.2

Supports Triple Monitor

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Supports HDMI with max. resolution up to 4K x 2K

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(4096x2160) @ 24Hz / (3840x2160) @ 30Hz

Supports DisplayPort 1.2 with max. resolution up to 4K x 2K

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(4096x2160) @ 60Hz

Supports D-Sub with max. resolution up to 1920x1200 @

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60Hz

Supports Auto Lip Sync, Deep Color (12bpc), xvYCC and

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HBR (High Bit Rate Audio) with HDMI Port

(Compliant HDMI monitor is required)

Supports HDCP with HDMI and DisplayPort 1.2 Ports

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Supports 4K Ultra HD (UHD) playback with HDMI and

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DisplayPort 1.2 Ports

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Audio

LAN

Rear Panel I/O

7.1 CH HD Audio with Content Protection (Realtek ALC892

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Audio Codec)

* To congure 7.1 CH HD Audio, it is required to use an HD

front panel audio module and enable the multi-channel audio

feature through the audio driver.

Premium Blu-ray Audio support

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Supports Surge Protection

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ELNA Audio Caps

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PCB Isolate Shielding

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Individual PCB Layers for R/L Audio Channel

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Supports Creative SoundBlaster Cinema5

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PCIE x1 Gigabit LAN 10/100/1000 Mb/s

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Realtek RTL8111H

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Supports Wake-On-LAN

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Supports Lightning/ESD Protection

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Supports Energy Ecient Ethernet 802.3az

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Supports PXE

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1 x PS/2 Mouse/Keyboard Port

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1 x D-Sub Port

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1 x HDMI Port

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1 x DisplayPort 1.2

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2 x USB 2.0 Ports (Supports ESD Protection)

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* 1 x Fatal1ty Mouse Port (USB 2.0) is included

1 x USB 3.1 Gen2 Type-A Port (10 Gb/s) (Supports ESD Pro-

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tec tion)

1 x USB 3.1 Gen2 Type-C Port (10 Gb/s) (Supports ESD Pro-

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tec tion)

4 x USB 3.1 Gen1 Ports (Supports ESD Protection)

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1 x RJ-45 LAN Port with LED (ACT/LINK LED and SPEED

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LED)

HD Audio Jacks: Line in / Front Speaker / Microphone

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Storage

Connector

Fatal1ty B450 Gaming K4 Series

4 x SATA3 6.0 Gb/s Connectors, support RAID (RAID 0,

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RAID 1 and RAID 10), NCQ, AHCI and Hot Plug*

2 x SATA3 6.0 Gb/s Connectors by ASMedia ASM1061, sup-

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port NCQ, AHCI and Hot Plug

* M2_ 2, SATA3_3 and SATA3_4 share lanes. If either one of

them is in use, the others will be disabled.

1 x Ultra M.2 Socket (M2_1), supports M Key type

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2242/2260/2280 M.2 PCI Express module up to Gen3 x4

(32 Gb/s) (with Summit Ridge, Raven Ridge and Pinnacle

Ridge)**

1 x M.2 Socket (M2_2), supports M Key type

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2230/2242/2260/2280/22110 M.2 SATA3 6.0 Gb/s module and

M.2 PCI Express module up to Gen3 x2 (16 Gb/s) **

** If M2_1 is occupied, PCIE4 will be disabled.

** Supports NVMe SSD as boot disks

** Supports ASRock U.2 Kit

1 x COM Port Header

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1 x TPM Header

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1 x Power LED and Speaker Header

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1 x RGB LED Header

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* Supports in total up to 12V/3A, 36W LED Strip

1 x Addressable LED Header

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* Supports in total up to 5V/3A, 15W LED Strip

1 x AMD Fan LED Header

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*e AMD Fan LED Header supports LED strips of maximum

load of 3A (36W) and length up to 2.5M.

1 x CPU Fan Connector (4-pin)

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* e CPU Fan Connector supports the CPU fan of ma ximum

1A (12W) fan power.

1 x CPU/Water Pump Fan Connector (4-pin) (Smart Fan

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Speed Control)

* e CPU/Water Pump Fan supports the water cooler fan of

maximum 2A (24W) fan power.

3 x Chassis/Water Pump Fan Connectors (4-pin) (Smart Fan

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Speed Control)

* e Chassis/Water Pump Fan supports the water cooler fan of

maximum 2A (24W) fan power.

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BIOS Feature

Hardware Monitor

* CPU_FAN2/WP, CHA_FAN1/WP, CHA_FAN2/WP and

CHA_FAN3/WP can auto detect if 3-pin or 4-pin fan is in use.

1 x 24 pin ATX Power Connector

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1 x 8 pin 12V Power Connector

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1 x Front Panel Audio Connector

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2 x USB 2.0 Headers (Support 4 USB 2.0 ports) (Supports ESD

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Protection)

1 x USB 3.1 Gen1 Header (Supports 2 USB 3.1 Gen1 ports)

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(Supports ESD Protection)

AMI UEFI Legal BIOS with multilingual GUI support

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Supports “Plug and Play”

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ACPI 5.1 compliance wake up events

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Supports jumperfree

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SMBIOS 2.3 support

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DRAM Voltage multi-adjustment

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Temperature Sensing: CPU, MB

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Fan Tachometer: CPU, CPU/Water Pump, Chassis/Water

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Pump Fans

Quiet Fan (Auto adjust chassis fan speed by CPU tempera-

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ture): CPU, CPU/Water Pump, Chassis/Water Pump Fans

Fan Multi-Speed Control: CPU, CPU/Water Pump, Chassis/

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Water Pump Fans

Voltage monitoring: +12V, +5V, +3.3V, Vcore

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Microso® Windows® 10 64-bit

Certications

* For detailed product information, please visit our website: http://www.asrock .com

Please realize that the re is a certain r isk involved with overclo cking, including adju sting the setting in the BIOS, applying Untied Ove rclocking Technology, or using thirdparty o verclocking tools. Overclocking may aect your system’s stability, or even c ause damage to the components and dev ices of your system. It should be done at your own risk and expense. We are not responsible for possible damage cau sed by overclocking.

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FCC, CE

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ErP/EuP ready (ErP/EuP ready power supply is required)

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1.3 Motherboard Layout

ATXPWR1

Supe r

I/O

CLRCMOS2

USB_3_4

HD_AUDIO1

Top:

LINE IN

Center :

FRONT

Bottom :

MIC IN

RJ- 45 LAN

SOCKETAM4

COM1

HDM I1

CMOS

Battery

ATX12V1

M2_ 1

Ultra M.2

PCIe Gen3x4

USB3_5 _6

CHA_FAN1/WP

HDLED RESET

PLED PWRBTN

PANEL1

RoHS

SPK_PLED1

DDR 4_A1 (6 4 bit, 28 8-pin m odule )

DDR 4_A2 (6 4 bit, 28 8-pin m odule )

DDR 4_B1 (6 4 bit, 28 8-pin m odule )

DDR 4_B2 (6 4 bit, 28 8-pin m odule )

PCIE1

M2_ 2

AMD

Promontory

B450

USB 3.1 Gen1

T: USB1 B: USB2

USB 3.1 Gen1

T: USB3 B: USB4

AMD_FAN_LED1

USB_1_2

TPMS1

SATA3_1

SATA3_2

SATA3_A1

B450 G aming K4

PCIE2

PCIE3

PCIE5

PCIE6

PCIE4

CHA_FAN2/WP CHA_FAN3/WP

SATA3_A2

SATA3_3

SATA3_4

USB 3.1 Gen2 T: USB31_TA_1 B:USB31_TC_1

USB 2. 0

T: USB5

B: USB 6

PS2

Keyb oard

/Mou se

VGA 1

FATALTY

DISP LAY1

CPU_FAN2/WP

CPU_FAN1

ADDR_LED1

RGB_LED1

Fatal1ty B450 Gaming K4 Series

BIOS ROM

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No. Description

1 ATX 12V Power Connector (ATX12V1)

2 2 x 288-pin DDR4 DIMM Slots (DDR4_A1, DDR4_B1)

3 AMD Fan LED Header (AMD_FAN_LED1)

4 CPU Fan / Waterpump Fan Connector (CPU_FAN2/WP)

5 CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1)

6 ATX Power Connector (ATXPWR1)

7 USB 3.1 Gen1 Header (USB3_5_6)

8 SATA3 Connector (SATA3_2)

9 SATA3 Connector (SATA3_1)

10 2 x 288-pin DDR4 DIMM Slots (DDR4_A2, DDR4_B2)

11 SATA3 Connector (SATA3_A1)

12 SATA3 Connector (SATA3_A2)

13 SATA3 Connector (SATA3_3)

14 SATA3 Conne ctor (SATA3_4)

15 Power LED and Speaker Header (SPK_PLED1)

16 System Panel Header (PANEL1)

17 Chassis Fan / Waterpump Fan Connector (CHA _FAN3/WP)

18 Chassis Fan / Waterpump Fan Connector (CHA _FAN2/WP)

19 Clear CMOS Jumper (CLRCMOS2)

20 Addressable LED Header (ADDR_LED1)

21 USB 2.0 Header (USB_3_4)

22 USB 2.0 Header (USB_1_2)

23 COM Port Header (COM1)

24 RGB LED Header (RGB_LED1)

25 TPM Header (TPMS1)

26 Front Panel Audio Header (HD_AUDIO1)

27 Chassis Fan / Waterpump Fan Connector (CHA_FAN1/WP)

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1.4 I/O Panel

Fatal1ty B450 Gaming K4 Series

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No. Description No. Description

1 Fatal1ty Mouse Port (USB5) 8 USB 3.1 Gen1 Ports (USB3_34)

2 USB 2.0 Port (USB6) 9 USB 3.1 Gen1 Ports (USB3_12)

3 DisplayPort 1.2 10 USB 3.1 Gen2 Type-A Port (USB31_TA_1)

4 LAN RJ-45 Port* 11 USB 3.1 Gen2 Type-C Port (USB31_TC_1)

5 Line In (Light Blue)** 12 HDMI Port

6 Front Speaker (Lime)** 13 D-Sub Port

7 Microphone (Pink)** 14 PS/2 Mouse/Keyboard Port

* ere are two LEDs on each LAN port. Please refer to the table below for the LAN port LED indications .

ACT/LINK LED

SPEED LED

LAN Por t

Activity / Link LED Speed LED

Status Description Status Description

O No Link O 10Mbps connection Blinking Data Activity Orange 100Mbps connection On Link Green 1Gbps connection

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** To congure 7.1 CH HD Audio, it i s required to use an HD front panel audio module and enable the multichannel audio feature through the audio driver.

Please set Speaker Conguration to “7.1 Speaker”in the Realtek HD Audio Manager.

Function of the Audio Ports in 7.1-channel Conguration:

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Port Function

Light Blue (Rear panel) Rear Speaker Out Lime (Rear panel) Front Speaker Out Pink (Rear panel) Central /Subwoofer Speaker Out Lime (Front panel) Side Speaker Out

Fatal1ty B450 Gaming K4 Series

Chapter 2 Installation

is is an ATX form factor motherboard. Before you install the motherboard, study

the conguration of your chassis to ensure that the motherboard ts 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.

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Failure to do so may cause physical injuries to you and damages to motherboard

components.

In order to avoid damage from static electricity to the motherboard’s components,

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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.

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Whenever you uninstall any components, place them on a grounded anti-static pad or

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in the bag that comes with the components.

When placing screws to secure the motherboard to the chassis, please do not over-

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tighten the screws! Doing so may damage the motherboard.

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2.1 Installing the CPU

Unplug all power cables be fore installing the CPU.

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Fatal1ty B450 Gaming K4 Series

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2.2 Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink

Aer you install the CPU into this motherboard, it is necessary to install a larger

heatsink and cooling fan to dissipate heat. You also need to spray thermal grease

between the CPU and the heatsink to improve heat dissipation. Ma ke sure that the

CPU and the heatsink are securely fastened and in good contact with each other.

Please turn o the power or remove the power cord before changing a CPU or heatsink.

Installing the CPU Box Cooler SR1

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Installing the AM4 Box Cooler SR2

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P C

4-pin FAN cable

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RGB LED Cable

FAN

CPU_

+12V

*e diagram shown here are for reference only. Please refer to page 32 for the orientation of

AMD Fan LED Header (AMD_FAN_LED1).

Installing the AM4 Box Cooler SR3

Fatal1ty B450 Gaming K4 Series

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Fatal1ty B450 Gaming K4 Series

CPU_FAN1

English

+12V

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Please note that only one cable should be used at a time in this step.

If you select AMD_FAN_LED1, please install ASRock utility "ASRock Polychrome LED".

If you select USB connector, please install AMD utility "SR3 Settings So ware".

*e diagram shown here are for reference only. Please refer to page 32 for the orientation of

AMD Fan LED Header (AMD_FAN_LED1).

Fatal1ty B450 Gaming K4 Series

2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM)

is motherboard provides four 288-pin DDR4 (Double Data Rate 4) DIMM slots,

and supports Dual Channel Memory Technology.

1. For dual channe l conguration, you always need to in stall identical (the same

brand, speed , size and chip-type) DDR4 DIMM pairs.

2. It i s unable to activate Dual Channel Memory Technolog y with only one or three memory module installed.

3. It i s not allowed to in stall a DDR , DDR2 or DDR3 memor y module into a DDR4 slot; otherwise, this motherboard and DIMM may be damaged.

DDR4 UDIMM Maximum Frequency Support

Ryzen Series CPUs (Pinnacle Ridge):

UDIMM Memory Slot

A1 A2 B1 B2

- SR - - 2667

- DR - - 2400

- SR - SR 2667

- DR - DR 2400

SR SR SR SR 2133

SR/DR DR SR/DR DR 1866

Frequency

(Mhz)

Ryzen Series CPUs (Summit Ridge):

UDIMM Memory Slot

A1 A2 B1 B2

- SR - - 2667

- DR - - 2667

- SR - SR 2667

- DR - DR 2400-2667

SR SR SR SR 2133-2400

SR/DR DR SR/DR DR 1866-2133

Frequency

(Mhz)

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Ryzen Series CPUs (Raven Ridge):

UDIMM Memory Slot

A1 A2 B1 B2

- SR - - 2933

- DR - - 2667

- SR - SR 2667

- DR - DR 2400

SR SR SR SR 2133

SR/DR DR SR/DR DR 1866

SR: Single rank DIMM, 1Rx4 or 1R x8 on DIMM module label

DR: Dua l ran k DIMM, 2Rx4 or 2R x8 on DIMM module label

Frequency

(Mhz)

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e DIMM only ts in one correct orientation. It will cause permanent dam age to the mothe rboard and the DIMM if you force the DIMM into the slot at incor rect orientation.

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2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI Express Slots)

ere are 6 PCI Express slots on the motherboard.

Before installing an ex pansion card, please make sure that the power supply is switched o or the power cord is unplugged. Plea se read the documentation of the expan sion card and mak e necessary hardware settings for the card before you start the installation.

PCIe slots:

PCIE1 (PCIe 2.0 x1 slot) is used for PCI Express x1 lane width cards.

PCIE2 (PCIe 3.0 x16 slot) is used for PCI Express x16 lane width graphics cards.

PCIE3 (PCIe 2.0 x1 slot) is used for PCI Express x1 lane width cards.

PCIE4 (PCIe 3.0 x16 slot) is used for PCI Express x4 lane width graphics cards.*

PCIE5 (PCIe 2.0 x1 slot) is used for PCI Express x1 lane width cards.

PCIE6 (PCIe 2.0 x1 slot) is used for PCI Express x1 lane width cards.

* If M2_1 is occupied, PCIE4 will be disabled.

PCIE2 PCIE4

Ryzen Series CPUs (Pinnacle Ridge) x16 x4

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Ryzen Series CPUs (Summit Ridge) x16 x4

Ryzen Series CPUs (Raven Ridge) x8 x4

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2.5 Jumpers Setup

e illustration shows how jumpers are setup. When the jumper cap is placed on

the pins, the jumper is “Short”. If no jumper cap is placed on the pins, the jumper is

“O pen”.

Clear CMOS Jumper

(CLRCMOS2)

(see p.7, No. 19)

CLRCMOS2 allows you to clear the data in CMOS. To clear and reset the system

parameters to default setup, please turn o the computer and unplug the power

cord from the power supply. Aer waiting for 15 seconds, use a jumper cap to

short the pins on CLRCMOS2 for 5 seconds. However, please do not clear the

CMOS right aer you update the BIOS. If you need to clear the CMOS when you

just nish updating the BIOS, you must boot up the system rst, and then shut it

down before you do the clear-CMOS action. Please be noted that the password,

date, time, and user default prole will be cleared only if the CMOS battery is

removed. Please remember toremove the jumper cap aer clearing the CMOS.

2-pin Jumper

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2.6 Onboard Headers and Connectors

Onboard headers and connectors are NOT jumpers. Do NOT place jumper caps over these header s and connectors. Placing jumper caps over the headers and connectors will cause permanent damage to the motherboard.

System Panel Header

(9-pi n PANEL1)

(see p.7, No. 16)

PWRBTN (Power Switch):

Connec t to the power switch on the chassi s front panel. You may congure the way to turn o your system using the power switch.

RESET (Reset Switch): Connec t to the reset switch on the chassi s front panel. P ress the reset sw itch to restart the computer if the compute r freezes and fails to perform a normal restart.

PLED (Syste m Power LED): Connec t to the power status indicator on the chassis front panel. e LED i s on when the system is ope rating. e LED keeps blinking when the system i s in S3 sleep state. e LED is o when the system i s in S4 sle ep state or powered o (S5).

HDLED (Ha rd Drive Activity LED): Connec t to the hard drive ac tivity LED on the chassis front panel. e LED is on when the hard dr ive is reading or w riting data.

e front panel de sign may dier by chassis. A front pane l module mainly consists of power switch , reset switch, power LED, hard dr ive activity LED, speak er and etc. When connecting your chassis front panel module to this head er, make sure the wire assig nments and the pin assig nments are matched correctly.

PLED+

PLED-

HDLED-

HDLED+

PWRBTN#

GND

RESET#

GND

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.

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PLED-

SPEAKER

Power LED and Speaker

Header

(7-pin SPK_PLED1)

(see p.7, No. 15)

Serial ATA3 Connectors

(SATA3_1:

see p.7, No. 9)

(SATA3_ 2:

see p.7, No. 8)

(SATA3_ 3:

see p.7, No. 13)

(SATA3_4:

see p.7, No. 14)

(SATA3_ A1:

see p.7, No. 11)

(SATA3_ A2:

see p.7, No. 12)

DUMMY +5V

PLED+

SATA3_1

DUMMY

PLED+

Please connect the

chassis power LED and

the chassis speaker to this

header.

ese six SATA3

connectors support SATA

data cables for internal

SATA3_2SATA3_A1

storage devices with up to

6.0 Gb/s data transfer rate.

* M2_ 2, SATA3_3 and

SATA3_4 share lanes. If

either one of them is in

use, the others will be

SATA3_A2

disabled.

* To minimize the boot

time, use AMD SATA

SATA3_3

ports (SATA3_1~4) for

your bootable devices.

SATA3_4

USB 2.0 Headers

(9-pin USB_1_2)

(see p.7, No. 22)

(9-pin USB_3_4)

(see p.7, No. 21)

USB 3.1 Gen1 Header

(19-pin USB3_5_6)

(see p.7, No. 7)

USB_PWR

Vbus

IntA_PA_SSRX-

IntA_PA_SSRX+

GND

IntA_PA_SSTX-

IntA_PA_SSTX+

GND

IntA_PA_D-

IntA_PA_D+

P-

P+

GND

DUMMY

GND

P+

P-

VbusVbus

IntA_PB_SSRX-

IntA_PB_SSRX+

GND

IntA_PB_SSTX-

IntA_PB_SSTX+

GND

IntA_PB_D-

IntA_PB_D+

Dummy

ere are two headers

on this motherboard.

Each USB 2.0 header can

support two ports.

ere is one header on

this motherboard. Each

USB 3.1 Gen1 header can

support two ports.

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Front Panel Audio Header

4 3 2 1

(9-pin HD_ AUDIO1)

(see p.7, No. 26)

1. High Denition Audio support s Jack Sensing , but the panel wire on the cha ssis must suppor t HDA to function correc tly. Please follow the instructions in our manual and chassis manual to install your syste m.

2. If you use an AC’97 audio panel , please install it to th e front panel audio header by the steps below: A. Connect Mic_IN (MIC) to MIC2_ L. B. Conne ct Audio_R (RIN) to OUT2_R and Audio_ L (LIN) to OUT2_ L. C. Connect Ground (GND) to Ground (GND). D. MIC_ RET and OUT_RET are for the HD audio panel only. You don’t need to connec t them for the AC’97 audio panel. E. To activate the front mic, go to the “FrontMic” Tab in the Realtek Control panel and adjust “Recording Volume”.

GND

PRESENCE#

MIC2_R

MIC2_L

MIC_RET

J_SENSE

OUT2_R

OUT_RET

OUT2_L

is header is for

connecting audio devices

to the front audio panel.

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Chassis Fan / Waterpump

Fan Connectors

(4-pin CHA_FAN1/WP)

(see p.7, No. 27)

(4-pin CHA_FAN2/WP)

(see p.7, No. 18)

(4-pin CHA_FAN3/WP)

(see p.7, No. 17)

CPU Fan Connector

(4-pin CPU_FAN1)

(see p.7, No. 5)

FAN _SPEED_CONTROL

CHA_FAN_SPEED

FAN_VOLTAGE

GND

FAN_SPEED_CONTROL

CHA_FAN_SPEED

FAN_VOLTAGE

GND

FAN_VOLTAGE CPU_FAN_SPEED

FAN_SPEED_CONTROL

Please connect fan cables

4 3

to the fan connectors and

match the black wire to

the ground pin.

GND

is motherboard pro-

vides a 4-Pin CPU fan

(Quiet Fan) connector.

If you plan to connect a

3-Pin CPU fan, please

connect it to Pin 1-3.

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CPU Fan / Waterpump

Fan Connector

(4-pin CPU_FAN2/WP)

(see p.7, No. 4)

ATX Power Connector

(24-p i n ATX PWR1)

(see p.7, No. 6)

ATX 12V Power

Connector

(8-pin ATX12V1)

(see p.7, No. 1)

Serial Port Header

(9-p in CO M1)

(see p.7, No. 23)

1 2 3 4

GND

FAN_VOLTAGE CPU_FAN_SPEED FAN_SPEED_CONTROL

RRXD1

DDTR#1

DDSR#1

CCTS#1

TTXD1

DDCD#1

GND

RRI#1

RRTS#1

is motherboard pro-

vides a 4-Pin CPU fan

(Quiet Fan) connector.

If you plan to connect a

3-Pin CPU fan, please

connect it to Pin 1-3.

is motherboard pro-

vides a 24-pin ATX power

connector. To use a 20-pin

ATX power supply, please

plug it along Pin 1 and Pin

13.

is motherboard

provides a 8-pin ATX 12V

power connector. To use a

4-pin ATX power supply,

please plug it along Pin 1

and Pin 5.

is COM1 header

supports a serial port

module.

TPM Header

(17-pi n TP MS1)

(see p.7, No. 25)

is connector supports

Trusted Platform Module

SMB_ CLK _MA IN

GND

SMB_ DAT A_M AIN

LAD2

GND

LAD1

S_PW RDW N#

+3V

LAD3

LAD0

FRAM E

PCIC LK

PCIR ST#

(TPM) system, which can

SERI RQ#

GND

securely store keys, digital

certicates, passwords,

and data. A TPM system

GND

+3VS B

also helps enhance

network securit y, protects

digital identities, and

ensures platform integrity.

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RGB LED Header

(4-p i n RGB_ LED1)

(see p.7, No. 24)

12V GRB

RGB LED header is used to con-

nect RGB LED extension cable

which allows users to choose

from various LED lighting ef-

fects.

Caution: Never install the RGB

LED cable in the wrong orienta-

tion; otherwise, the cable may

be damaged.

*Please refer to page 53 for

further instructions on this

header.

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AMD FAN LED Header

(4- pi n AM D_FAN _

LED1)

(see p.7, No. 3)

Addressable LED Header

(3-pin A DDR _LED1)

(see p.7, No. 20)

12V GRB

DO_ADDR

VOUT

GND

AMD FAN LED Header is used

to connect RGB LED

extension cable that comes with

AMD heatsink. e cable

connection allows users to choose

from various LED lighting

eects.

Caution: Never install the FAN

LED cable in the wrong orienta-

tion; otherwise, the cable may

be damaged.

is header is used to connect

Addressable

LED extension cable

which allows users to choose

from various LED lighting

eects.

Caution: Never install the

Addressable LED cable in the

wrong orientation; otherwise,

the cable may be damaged.

*Please refer to page 54 for

further instructions on this

header.

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2.7 CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM Operation Guide

is motherboard supports CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM that allows you

to install up to two identical PCI Express x16 graphics cards.

1. You should only use identical CrossFireXTM-ready g raphics cards that are AM D certied.

2. Make sure that your graphics card driver supports AMD CrossFire XTM technology. Download the drivers from the A MD’s website: www.amd.com

3. Make sure that your power supply unit (PSU) can provide at least the minimum power your syste m require s. It is recommended to use a AMD certied PSU. Plea se refer to the AMD’s website for d etail s.

4. If you pair a 12-pipe CrossFireXTM Edition card with a 16-pipe card, both cards will operate a s 12-pipe cards while in CrossFireXTM mode.

5. Dierent CrossFireXTM cards may require dierent method s to enable CrossFireXTM. Please refer to A MD graphics card manuals for de tailed installation guide.

2.7.1 Installing Two CrossFireXTM-Ready Graphics Cards

CrossFire Bridge

Step 1

Insert one graphics card into PCIE2 slot

and the other graphics card to PCIE4 slot.

Make sure that the cards are properly

seated on the slots.

Step 2

Connect two graphics cards by installing

a CrossFire Bridge on the CrossFire Bridge

Interconnects on the top of the graphics

cards. (e CrossFire Bridge is provided

with the graphics card you purchase, not

bundled with this motherboard. Please

refer to your graphics card vendor for

deta ils .)

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Step 3

Connect a VGA cable or a DVI cable to the

monitor connector or the DVI connec-

tor of the graphics card that is inserted to

PCIE1 slot.

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2.7.2 Driver Installation and Setup

Step 1

Power on your computer and boot into OS.

Step 2

Remove the AMD drivers if you have any VGA drivers installed in your system.

e Catalyst Unins talle r is an optional download. We recommend using this utility to uninstall any previously installed Catalyst drivers prior to installation. Pl ease check A MD’s website for AMD driver update s.

Step 3

Install the required drivers and CATALYST Control Center then restart your

computer. Please check AMD’s website for details.

Step 4

Double-click the AMD Catalyst Control

AMD Catalyst Control Center

Center icon in the Windows® sy stem tray.

Step 5

In the le pane, click Performance and

then AMD CrossFireXTM. en select

Enable AMD CrossFireX and click Apply.

Select the GPU number according to your

graphics card and click Apply.

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2.8 M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Installation Guide (M2_1)

The M.2, a lso known as the Next Generation Form Factor (NGFF), is a small size and

versatile card edge connec tor that aims to replace mPCIe and mSATA. The Ultra M.2

Socket (M2_1) supports type 2242/2260/2280 M.2 PCI Express module up to Gen3 x4 (32

Gb/s) (with Summit Ridge, Raven Ridge and Pinnacle Ridge).

* If M2_1 is occupied, PCIE4 will be disabled.

Installing the M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module

Step 1

Prepare a M.2_SSD (NGFF) module

and the screw.

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Step 2

Depending on the PCB type and

length of your M.2_SSD (NGFF)

module, nd the corresponding nut

location to be used.

ABC

No. 1 2 3

Nut Location A B C

PCB Length 4.2cm 6cm 8cm

Module Type Ty p e 2242 Type2260 Ty pe 2 280

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Step 3

Move the stando based on the

module type and length.

ABC

e stando is placed at the nut

location C by default. Skip Step 3

and 4 and go straight to Step 5 if you

are going to use the default nut.

Otherwise, release the stando by

hand.

Step 4

Peel o the yellow protective lm on

the nut to be used. Hand tighten the

stando into the desired nut location

on the motherboard.

Step 5

Gently insert the M.2 (NGFF) SSD

module into the M.2 slot. Please

be aware that the M.2 (NGFF) SSD

module only ts in one orientation.

ABC

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Step 6

Tighten the screw with a screwdriver

to secure the module into place.

NUT1NUT2

Please do not overtighten the screw

as this might damage the module.

M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Support List

Vendor Interface P/N

Intel PCIe INTEL 6000P-SSDPEKKF256G7 (nvme) Intel PCIe INTEL 6000P-SSDPEKKF512G7 (nvme) Intel PCIe INTEL 600P-SSDPEKKW256G7-256GB (nvme) Kingston PCIe Kingston SHPM2280P2 / 240G (Gen2 x4) SanDisk PCIe SanDisk-SD6PP4M-128G(Gen2 x2) Samsung PCIe Samsung XP941-MZHPU512HCGL(Gen2x4)

For the latest updates of M.2_SSD (NFGG) module support list, please visit our website for

details: http://www.asrock.com

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2.9 M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Installation Guide (M2_2)

The M.2, a lso known as the Next Generation Form Factor (NGFF), is a small size and

versatile card edge connector that aims to replace mPCIe a nd mSATA. e M.2 Socket

(M2_2) supports type 2230/2242/2260/2280/22110 M.2 SATA3 6.0 Gb/s module and M.2

PCI Express module up to Gen3 x2 (16 Gb/s).

* M2_ 2, SATA3_3 and SATA3_4 share lanes. If either one of them is in use, the others will

be disabled.

Installing the M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module

Step 1

Prepare a M.2_SSD (NGFF) module

and the screw.

Step 2

Depending on the PCB type and

length of your M.2_SSD (NGFF)

module, nd the corresponding nut

BCDE

location to be used.

No. 1 2 3 4 5

Nut Location A B C D E

PCB Length 3cm 4.2cm 6cm 8cm 11cm

Module Type Type223 0 Ty pe 2242 Ty pe22 60 Ty pe 2280 Ty pe 2211 0

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Step 3

Move the stando based on the

module type and length.

e stando is placed at the nut

BCDE

location D by default. Skip Step 3

and 4 and go straight to Step 5 if you

are going to use the default nut.

Otherwise, release the stando by

hand.

Step 4

Peel o the yellow protective lm on

the nut to be used. Hand tighten the

BCDE

stando into the desired nut location

on the motherboard.

Step 5

Gently insert the M.2 (NGFF) SSD

module into the M.2 slot. Please

be aware that the M.2 (NGFF) SSD

ABC

module only ts in one orientation.

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ABC

Step 6

Tighten the screw with a screwdriver

to secure the module into place.

NUT1NUT2

Please do not overtighten the screw

as this might damage the module.

M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Support List

Vendor Interface P/N

ADATA SATA3 AXNS381E-128GM-B ADATA SATA3 AXNS381E-256GM-B ADATA SATA3 ASU800NS38-256GT-C ADATA SATA3 ASU800NS38-512GT-C Crucial SATA3 CT120M500SSD4 Crucial SATA3 CT240M500SSD4 Intel SATA3 Intel SSDSCKGW080A401/80G Kingston SATA3 SM2280S3 Kingston PCIe2 x4 SH2280S3/480G Plextor PCIe PX-G256M6 e Plextor PCIe PX-G512M6e Samsung PCIe x4 XP941-512G (MZHPU512HCGL) SanDisk PCIe SD6PP4M-128G SanDisk PCIe SD6PP4M-256G Team SATA3 TM4PS4128GMC105 Team SATA3 TM4PS 4256 GMC105 Team SATA3 TM8PS4128GMC105 Team SATA3 TM8PS4256GMC105 Tra nscend SATA3 TS256GMTS400 Tra nscend SATA3 TS512GMTS600 Tra nscend SATA3 TS512GMTS800

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For the latest updates of M.2_SSD (NFGG) module support list, please visit our website for

details: http://www.asrock.com

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Chapter 3 Software and Utilities Operation

3.1 Installing Drivers

e Support CD that comes with the motherboard contains necessary drivers and

useful utilities that enhance the motherboard’s features.

Running The Support CD

To begin using the support CD, insert the CD into your CD-ROM drive. e CD

automatically displays the Main Menu if “AUTORUN” is enabled in your computer.

If the Main Menu does not appear automatically, locate and double click on the le

“ASRSETUP.EXE” in the Support CD to display the menu.

Drivers Menu

e drivers compatible to your system will be auto-detected and listed on the

support CD driver page. Please click Install All or follow the order from top to

bottom to install those required drivers. erefore, the drivers you install can work

properly.

Utilities Menu

e Utilities Menu shows the application soware that the motherboard supports.

Click on a specic item then follow the installation wizard to insta ll it.

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3.2 F-Stream

F-Stream is ASRock’s multi purpose soware suite with a new interface, more new

features and improved utilities.

3.2.1 Installing F-Stream

F-Stream can be downloaded from ASRock Live Update & APP Shop. Aer the

installation, you will nd the icon “F-Stream“ on your desktop. Double-click the

“F-Stream“ icon, F-Stream main menu will pop up.

3.2.2 Using F-Stream

ere are ve sections in F-Stream main menu: Operation Mode, OC Tweaker,

System Info, FAN-Tastic Tuning and Settings.

Operation Mode

Choose an operation mode for your computer.

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OC Tw eaker

Congurations for overclocking the system.

System Info

View information about the system.

*e System Browser tab may not appear for certain models.

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FAN-Tastic Tuning

Congure up to ve dierent fan speeds using the graph. e fans will automatically shi

to the next speed level when the assigned temperature is met.

Settings

Congure ASRock F-Stream. Click to select "Auto run at Windows Startup" if you

want F-Stream to be launched when you start up the Windows operating system.

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3.3 ASRock Live Update & APP Shop

e ASRock Live Update & APP Shop is an online store for purchasing and

downloading soware applications for your ASRock computer. You can quick ly and

easily insta ll various apps and support utilities. With ASRock Live Update & APP

Shop, you can optimize your system and keep your motherboard up to date simply

with a few clicks.

Double-click on your desktop to access ASRock Live Update & APP Shop utility.

*You need to be connected to the Internet to download apps f rom the ASRock Live Update & APP Shop.

3.3.1 UI Overview

Category Panel

Hot News

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Information Panel

Category Panel: e category panel contains several category tabs or buttons that

when selected the information panel below displays the relative information.

Information Panel: e information panel in the center displays data about the

currently selected category and allows users to perform job-related tasks.

Hot News: e hot news section displays the various latest news. Click on the image

to visit the website of the selected news and know more.

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3.3.2 Apps

When the "Apps" tab is selected, you will see all the available apps on screen for you

to download.

Installing an App

Step 1

Find the app you want to install.

 e most recommended app appears on the le side of the screen.  e other various

apps are shown on the right. Please scroll up and down to see more apps listed.

You can check the price of the app and whether you have already intalled it or not.

-  e red icon displays the price or "Free" if the app is free of charge.

-  e green "Installed" icon means the app is installed on your computer.

Step 2

Click on the app icon to see more details about the selected app.

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Step 3

If you want to install the app, click on the red icon

Step 4

When installation completes, you can  nd the green "Installed" icon appears on the

upper right corner.

to start downloading.

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To uninstall it, simply click on the trash can icon . * e trash icon may not appear for certain apps.

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Upgrading an App

You can only upgrade the apps you have already installed. When there is an

available new version for your app, you will  nd the mark of "New Version"

appears below the installed app icon.

Step 1

Click on the app icon to see more details.

Step 2

Click on the yellow icon

to start upgrading.

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3.3.3 BIOS & Drivers

Installing BIOS or Drivers

When the "BIOS & Drivers" tab is selected, you will see a list of recommended or

critical updates for the BIOS or drivers. Please update them all soon.

Step 1

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Please check the item information before update. Click on

Step 2

Click to select one or more items you want to update.

Step 3

Click Update to start the update process.

to see more details.

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3.3.4 Setting

In the "Setting" page, you can change the language, select the server location, and

determine if you want to automatically run the ASRock Live Update & APP Shop

on Windows startup.

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3.4 Creative SoundBlaster Cinema5

e SoundBlasterTM Cinema5, powered by the SBX Pro Studio technologies, is designed to

bring the same great audio experience found in live performances, lms, and recording

studios to the PC. With this utility, you can easily enhance your audio environment in

ve modes, including Headphones, Speakers, Music, Movie, Game, Voice and Custom.

1 2 3 4 5

ere are ve functions in SoundBlasterTM Cinema5:

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No. Function Description

Surround

Crystalizer

Bass

Smart Volume

Dialog Plus

Creating unprecedented levels of audio realism by producing virtual speakers around, above and below you.

Making music sound as good as the artist originally intended by ensuring that every audio detail is heard.

Enhancing bass sound experience by expanding the low frequency tones.

Minimizing abrupt volume changes by automatically adjusting the loudness of your audio playback.

Enhancing voices in music and movies for drastically clearer vocal range.

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3.5 ASRock Polychrome LED

ASRock Polychrome LED is a lighting control utility specically designed for unique individuals

with sophisticated tastes to build their own stylish colorful lighting system. Simply by connect-

ing the LED strip, you can customize various lighting schemes and patterns, including Static,

Breathing, Strobe, Cycling, Music, Wave and more.

Connecting the LED Strip

Connect your RGB LED strip to the

motherboard.

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RGB LED Header (RGB_LED1)

RGB_LED1

12V GRB

on the

1. Never install the RGB LED c able in the wrong orientation; otherw ise, the cable may be damaged.

2. B efore in stalling or remo ving your RGB LED cable, please power o your system and unplug the powe r cord from the power supply. Failure to do so m ay cause damages to motherboard components.

1. Please note that the RGB LED strips do not come with the package.

2.  e RGB LED header supports standard 5050 RGB LED strip (12V/G/R/B), with a maximum power rating of 3A (12V) and length within 2 meters.

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Connecting the Addressable RGB LED Strip

Connect your

the motherboard.

Addressable RGB LED

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strip to the

Addressable LED Header (ADDR_ LED1)

1. Never install the RGB LED cable in the wrong orientation; otherwise, the cable may be damaged.

2. Before installing or re moving your RGB LED c able, please power o your system and unplug the power cord from the power supply. Failure to do so may cause damages to motherboard components.

ADDR_LED1

GND

DO_ADDR

VOUT

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1. Please note that the RGB LED strips do not come with the package.

2. e RGB LED header suppor ts WS2812B addressable RGB LED strip (5V/Data/

GND), with a ma ximum power rating of 3A (5V) and length w ithin 2 meters.

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ASRock Polychrome LED Utility

Now you can adjust the RGB LED color through the ASRock Polychrome LED utility.

Download this utility from the ASRock Live Update & APP Shop and start coloring your

PC style your way!

Drag the tab to customize your

preference.

Toggle on/o the

RGB LED switch

Sync RGB LED eects

for all LED regions of

the motherboard

Select a RGB LED light eect

from the drop-down menu.

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Chapter 4 UEFI SETUP UTILITY

4.1 Introduction

is section explains how to use the UEFI SETUP UTILITY to congure your

system. You may run the UEFI SETUP UTILITY by pressing <F2> or <Del> right

aer you power on the computer, other wise, the Power-On-Self-Test (POST) will

continue with its test routines. If you wish to enter the UEFI SETUP UTILITY aer

POST, restart the system by pressing <Ctl> + <Alt> + <Delete>, or by pressing the

reset button on the system chassis. You may also restart by turning the system o

and then back on.

Becau se the UEFI soware is constantly being upd ated, the following UEFI setup screens and de scriptions are for reference purpose only, and they may not exactly match what you see on your scre en.

4.1.1 UEFI Menu Bar

e top of the screen has a menu bar with the following selections:

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Main

OC Tweaker

Advanced

Tool

H/W Monitor

Security

Boot

Exit

For setting system time/date information

For overclocking congurations

For advanced system congurations

Useful tools

Displays current hardware status

For security settings

For conguring boot settings and boot priority

Exit the current screen or the UEFI Setup Utility

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4.1.2 Navigation Keys

Use < > key or < > key to choose among the selections on the menu bar, and

use < > key or < > key to move the cursor up or down to select items, then

press <Enter> to get into the sub screen. You can also use the mouse to click your

required item.

Please check the following table for the descriptions of each navigation key.

Navigation Key(s) Description

+ / -

<Tab>

<PGUP>

<PGDN>

<HOME>

<END>

<F1>

<F7>

<F9>

<F10>

<F12>

<ESC>

To change option for the selected items

Switch to next function

Go to the previous page

Go to the next page

Go to the top of the screen

Go to the bottom of the screen

To display the General Help Screen

Discard changes and exit the SETUP UTILITY

Load optimal default values for all the settings

Save changes and exit the SETUP UTILITY

Print screen

Jump to the Exit Screen or exit the current screen

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4.2 Main Screen

When you enter the UEFI SETUP UTILITY, the Main screen will appear and

display the system overview.

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4.3 OC Tweaker Screen

In the OC Tweaker screen, you can set up overclocking features.

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CPU Conguration

CPU Frequency and Voltage Change

If this item is set to [Manual], the multiplier and voltage will be set based on user selection.

Final result is depending on the CPU's capability.

DRAM Timing Conguration

Load XMP Setting

Load XMP settings to overclock the memory and perform beyond standard

specications.

Voltage Conguration

CPU SOC Voltage

Use this to congure CPU SOC Voltage Setting.

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Min: 0.90000

Max: 1.55000

CPU Vcore Voltage (oset)

Congure the voltage for the Vcore.

VDDCR SOC Voltage (oset)

Congure the voltage for the VDDCR SOC.

VPPM

Congure the voltage for the VPPM.

2.50V Voltage

Congure the voltage for the 2.50V PROM.

DRAM Voltage

Use this to select DRAM Voltage. e default value is [Auto].

+1.8 Voltage

Use this to select +1.8 Voltage. e default value is [Auto].

VDDP

Congure the voltage for the VDDP.

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1.05V Voltage

Chipset 1.05V Voltage. Use default settings for best performance.

Save User Default

Type a prole name and press enter to save your settings as user default.

Load User Default

Load previously saved user defaults.

Save User UEFI Setup Prole to Disk

It helps you to save current UEFI settings as an user prole to disk.

Load User UEFI Setup Prole from Disk

You can load previous saved prole from the disk.

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4.4 Advanced Screen

In this section, you may set the congurations for the following items: CPU

Conguration, North Bridge Conguration, South Bridge Conguration, Storage-

Conguration, Super IO Conguration, ACPI Conguration, Trusted Computing

and AMD PBS.

Setting wrong values in this sec tion may cause the system to malfunction.

UEFI Conguration

Active Page on Entry

Select the default page when entering the UEFI setup utility.

Full HD UEFI

When [Auto] is selected, the resolution will be set to 1920 x 1080 if the monitor

supports Full HD resolution. If the monitor does not support Full HD resolution,

then the resolution will be set to 1024 x 768. When [Disable] is selected, the

resolution will be set to 1024 x 768 directly.

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4.4.1 CPU Conguration

Cool 'n' Quiet

Use this item to enable or disable AMD’s Cool ‘n’ QuietTM technology. e default value is

[Enabled]. Conguration options: [Enabled] and [Disabled]. If you install Windows® OS and

want to enable this function, please set this item to [Enabled]. Please note that enabling this

function may reduce CPU voltage and memory frequency, and lead to system stability or

compatibility issue with some memory modules or power supplies. Please set this item to

[Disable] if above issue occurs.

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AMD fTPM Switch

Use this to enable or disable AMD CPU fTPM.

SVM Mode

When this option is set to [Enabled], a VMM (Virtual Machine Architecture) can

utilize the additional hardware capabilities provided by AMD-V. e default value is

[Enabled]. Conguration options: [Enabled] and [Disabled].

CPB Mode

Use this item to enable or disable CPB mode. e default value is [Enabled].

C6 Mode

Use this item to enable or disable Core C6 mode. e default value is [Enabled].

4.4.2 North Bridge Conguration

IOMMU

Enable/disable IOMMU Support.

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SR-IOV Support

Enable/disable the SR-IOV (Single Root IO Virtualization Support) if the system

has SR-IOV capable PCIe devices.

Share Memory

Congure the size of memory that is allocated to the integrated graphics processor

when the system boots up.

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4.4.3 South Bridge Conguration

Onboard HD Audio

Enable/disable onboard HD audio. Set to Auto to enable onboard HD audio and

automatically disable it when a sound card is installed.

Front Panel

Enable/disable front panel HD audio.

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Deep Sleep

Congure deep sleep mode for power saving when the computer is shut down.

Restore on AC/Power Loss

Select the power state aer a power failure. If [Power O] is selected, the power will

remain o when the power recovers. If [Power On] is selected, the system will start

to boot up when the power recovers.

4.4.4 Storage Conguration

SATA Controller(s)

Enable/disable the SATA controllers.

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SATA M o de

AHCI: Supports new features that improve performance.

RAID: Combine multiple disk drives into a logical unit.

SATA Hot Plug

Enable/disable the SATA Hot Plug Function.

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4.4.5 Super IO Conguration

Serial Port

Enable or disable the Serial port.

Serial Port Address

Select the address of the Serial port.

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PS2 Y- Cable

Enable the PS2 Y-Cable or set this option to Auto.

4.4.6 ACPI Conguration

Suspend to RAM

It is recommended to select auto for ACPI S3 power saving.

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ACPI HPET Table

Enable the High Precision Event Timer for better performance and to pass WHQL

tests.

PS/2 Keyboard S4/S5 Wakeup Support

Allow the system to be waked up by a PS/2 Keyboard.

PCIE Devices Power On

Allow the system to be waked up by a PCIE device and enable wake on LAN.

RTC Alarm Power On

Allow the system to be waked up by the rea l time clock alarm. Set it to By OS to let

it be handled by your operating system.

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4.4.7 Trusted Computing

Security Device Support

Enable to activate Trusted Platform Module (TPM) security for your hard disk

drives.

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4.4.8 AMD PBS

e AMD PBS menu accesses AMD specic features.

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4.5 Tool

RGB LED

ASRock RGB LED allows you to adjust the RGB LED color to your liking.

Easy RAID Installer

Easy R AID Installer helps you to copy the R AID driver from the support CD to

your USB storage device. Aer copying the drivers please change the SATA mode to

RAID, then you can start installing the operating system in RAID mode.

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Easy Driver Installer

For users that don’t have an optical disk drive to install the drivers from our support

CD, Easy Driver Installer is a handy tool in the UEFI that installs the LAN driver

to your system via an USB storage device, then downloads and installs the other

required drivers automatically.

Instant Flash

Save UEFI les in your USB storage device and run Instant Flash to update your

UEFI.

Internet Flash - DHCP (Auto IP), Auto

ASRock Internet Flash downloads and updates the latest UEFI rmware version

from our servers for you. Please setup network conguration before using Internet

Flash.

*For BIOS backup and recovery purpose, it is recommended to plug in your USB

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pen drive before using this function.

Network Conguration

Use this to congure internet connection settings for Internet Flash.

Internet Setting

Enable or disable sound eects in the setup utility.

UEFI Download Server

Select a server to download the UEFI rmware.

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4.6 Hardware Health Event Monitoring Screen

is section allows you to monitor the status of the hardware on your system,

including the parameters of the CPU temperature, motherboard temperature, fan

speed and voltage.

CPU_FAN1 Setting

Select a fan mode for CPU Fan 1, or choose Customize to set 5 CPU temperatures

and assign a respective fan speed for each temperature.

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CPU_FAN1 Temp Source

Select a fan temperature source for CPU Fan 1.

CPU_FAN2/WP Switch

Select CPU Fan 2 or Water Pump mode.

CPU Fan 2 Control Mode

Select PWM mode or DC mode for CPU Fan 2

CPU Fan 2 Setting

Select a fan mode for CPU Fan 2, or choose Customize to set 5 CPU temperatures

and assign a respective fan speed for each temperature.

CPU Fan 2 Temp Source

Select a fan temperature source for CPU Fan 2.

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CHA_FAN1/WP Switch

Select Chassis Fan 1 or Water Pump mode.

Chassis Fan 1 Control Mode

Select PWM mode or DC mode for Chassis Fan 1.

Chassis Fan 1 Setting

Select a fan mode for Chassis Fan 1, or choose Customize to set 5 CPU temperatures

and assign a respective fan speed for each temperature.

Chassis Fan 1 Temp Source

Select a fan temperature source for Chassis Fan 1.

CHA_FAN2 / WP Switch

Select Chassis Fan 2 or Water Pump mode.

Chassis Fan 2 Control Mode

Select PWM mode or DC mode for Chassis Fan 2.

Chassis Fan 2 Setting

Select a fan mode for Chassis Fan 2, or choose Customize to set 5 CPU temperatures

and assign a respective fan speed for each temperature.

Chassis Fan 2 Temp Source

Select a fan temperature source for Chassis Fan 2.

CHA_FAN3 / WP Switch

Select Chassis Fan 3 or Water Pump mode.

Chassis Fan 3 Control Mode

Select PWM mode or DC mode for Chassis Fan 3.

Chassis Fan 3 Setting

Select a fan mode for Chassis Fan 3, or choose Customize to set 5 CPU temperatures

and assign a respective fan speed for each temperature.

Chassis Fan 3 Temp Source

Select a fan temperature source for Chassis Fan 3.

Over Temperature Protection

When Over Temperature Protection is enabled, the system automatically shuts

down when the motherboard is overheated.

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4.7 Security Screen

In this section you may set or change the supervisor/user password for the system.

You may also clear the user password.

Supervisor Password

Set or change the password for the administrator account. Only the administrator

has authority to change the settings in the UEFI Setup Utility. Leave it blank and

press enter to remove the password.

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User Password

Set or change the password for the user account. Users are unable to change the

settings in the UEFI Setup Utility. Leave it blank and press enter to remove the

password.

Secure Boot

Enable to support Secure Boot.

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4.8 Boot Screen

is section displays the available devices on your system for you to congure the

boot settings and the boot priority.

Fast Boot

Fast Boot minimizes your computer's boot time. In fast mode you may not boot

from an USB storage device.

Boot From Onboard LAN

Allow the system to be waked up by the onboard LAN.

Setup Prompt Timeout

Congure the number of seconds to wait for the setup hot key.

Bootup Num-Lock

Select whether Num Lock should be turned on or o when the system boots up.

Boot Beep

Select whether the Boot Beep should be turned on or o when the system boots up. Please

note that a buzzer is needed.

Full Screen Logo

Enable to display the boot logo or disable to show normal POST messages.

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AddOn ROM Display

Enable AddOn ROM Display to see the AddOn ROM messages or congure the

AddOn ROM if you've enabled Full Screen Logo. Disable for faster boot speed.

Above 4G Decoding

Enable or disable 64bit capable Devices to be decoded in Above 4G Address Space

(only if the system supports 64 bit PCI decoding).

CSM (Compatibility Support Module)

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CSM

Enable to launch the Compatibility Support Module. Please do not disable unless

you’re running a WHCK test.

Launch PXE OpROM Policy

Select UEFI only to run those that support UEFI option ROM only. Select Legacy

only to run those that support legacy option ROM only. Select Do not launch to not

execute both legacy and UEFI option ROM.

Launch Storage OpROM Policy

Select UEFI only to run those that support UEFI option ROM only. Select Legacy

only to run those that support legacy option ROM only. Select Do not launch to not

execute both legacy and UEFI option ROM.

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Launch Video OpROM Policy

Select UEFI only to run those that support UEFI option ROM only. Select Legacy

only to run those that support legacy option ROM only. Select Do not launch to not

execute both legacy and UEFI option ROM.

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4.9 Exit Screen

Save Changes and Exit

When you select this option the following message, “Save conguration changes

and exit setup?” will pop out. Select [OK] to save changes and exit the UEFI SETUP

UTILITY.

Discard Changes and Exit

When you select this option the following message, “Discard changes and exit

setup?” will pop out. Select [OK] to exit the UEFI SETUP UTILITY without saving

any changes.

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Discard Changes

When you select this option the following message, “Discard changes?” will pop

out. Select [OK] to discard all changes.

Load UEFI Defaults

Load UEFI default values for a ll options. e F9 key can be used for this operation.

Launch EFI Shell from lesystem device

Copy shellx64.e to the root directory to launch EFI Shell.

Contact Information

If you need to contact ASRock or want to know more about ASRock, you’re welcome

to visit ASRock’s website at http://ww w.asrock.com; or you may contact your dealer

for further information. For technical questions, please submit a support request

form at http://www.asrock.com/support/tsd.asp

ASRock Incorporation

2F., No.37, Sec. 2, Jhongyang S. Rd., Beitou District,

Taipei City 112, Taiwan (R.O.C.)

ASRock EUROPE B.V.

Bijsterhuizen 11-11

6546 AR Nijmegen

e Netherlands

Phone: +31-24-345-44-33

Fax: +31-24-345-44-38

ASRock America, Inc.

13848 Magnolia Ave, Chino, CA91710

U.S.A.

Phone: +1-909-590-8308

Fax: +1-909-590-1026

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

Per FCC Part 2 Section 2.1077(a)

Responsible Party Name: ASRock Incorporation

Address:

Phone/FaxNo:

hereby declares that the product

Product Name : Motherboard

13848 Magnolia Ave, Chino, CA91710

+1-909-590-8308/+1-909-590-1026

Model Number :

Conforms to the following specications:

FCC Part 15, Subpart B, Unintentional Radiators

Supplementary Information:

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is device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the

following two conditions: (1) is device may not cause harmful interference,

and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference

that may cause undesired operation.

James

Representative Person’s Name:

Signature :

Date :

May 12, 2017

EU Declaration of Conformity

EMC —Directive 2014/30/EU (from April 20th, 2016)

☐

For the following equipment:

Motherboard

(Product Name)

Fatal1ty B450 Gaming K4 Series / ASRock

(Model Designation / Trade Name)

ASRock Incorporation

(Manufacturer Name)

2F., No.37, Sec. 2, Jhongyang S. Rd., Beitou District, Taipei City 112, Taiwan (R.O.C.)

(Manufacturer Address)

☐ EN 55022:2010/AC:2011 Class B EN 55024:2010/A1:2015

ڛ EN 55032:2012+AC:2013 Class B ڛڛ EN 61000-3-3:2013 ڛ EN 61000-3-2:2014

☐

LVD —Directive 2014/35/EU (from April 20th, 2016)

EN 60950-1 : 2011+ A2: 2013 ☐

ڛ RoHS — Directive 2011/65/EU ڛ CE marking

EN 60950-1 : 2006/A12: 2011

(EU conformity marking)

ASRock EUROPE B.V.

(Company Name)

Bijsterhuizen 1111 6546 AR Nijmegen e Netherlands

(Company Address)

Person responsible for making this declaration:

(Name, Surname)

A.V.P

(Position / Title)

June 29, 2018

(Date)

P/N: 15G062106000AK V1.0

ASRock Fatal1ty B450 Gaming K4 Service Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

1.1 Package Contents

1.3 Motherboard Layout

1.4 I/O Panel

Chapter 2 Installation

2.1 Installing the CPU

2.2 Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink

2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM)

2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI Express Slots)

2.5 Jumpers Setup

2.6 Onboard Headers and Connectors

2.7 CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM Operation Guide

2.7.1 Installing Two CrossFireXTM-Ready Graphics Cards

2.7.2 Driver Installation and Setup

2.8 M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Installation Guide (M2_1)

2.9 M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Installation Guide (M2_2)

Chapter 3 Software and Utilities Operation

3.1 Installing Drivers

3.2 F-Stream

3.2.1 Installing F-Stream

3.2.2 Using F-Stream

3.3 ASRock Live Update & APP Shop

3.3.1 UI Overview

3.3.2 Apps

3.3.3 BIOS & Drivers

3.3.4 Setting

3.4 Creative SoundBlaster Cinema5

3.5 ASRock Polychrome LED

Chapter 4 UEFI SETUP UTILITY

4.1 Introduction

4.1.1 UEFI Menu Bar

4.1.2 Navigation Keys

4.2 Main Screen

4.3 OC Tweaker Screen

4.4 Advanced Screen

4.4.7 Trusted Computing

4.4.8 AMD PBS

4.5 Tool

4.6 Hardware Health Event Monitoring Screen

4.7 Security Screen

4.8 Boot Screen

4.9 Exit Screen