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Published April 2017
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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
dierent 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
under license. © 2015 Fatal1ty, Inc. All rights reserved. All other trademarks are the property of their respective
owners.
Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction 1
1.1 Package Contents 1
1.2 Specications 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) 25
2.5 Jumpers Setup 26
2.6 Onboard Headers and Connectors 27
2.7 Dr. Debug 32
2.8 SLITM and Quad SLITM Operation Guide 34
2.8.1 Installing Two SLITM-Ready Graphics Cards 34
2.8.2 Driver Installation and Setup 36
2.9 CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM Operation Guide 37
2.9.1 Installing Two CrossFireXTM-Ready Graphics Cards 37
2.9.2 Driver Installation and Setup 39
2.10 M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Installation Guide 40
Chapter 3 Software and Utilities Operation 44
3.1 Installing Drivers 44
3.2 F-Stream 45
3.2.1 Installing F-Stream 45
3.2.2 Using F-Stream 45
3.3 ASRock Live Update & APP Shop 48
3.3.1 UI Overview 48
3.3.2 Apps 49
3.3.3 BIOS & Drivers 52
3.3.4 Setting 53
3.4 Creative SoundBlaster Cinema3 54
3.5 ASRock RGB LED 55
Chapter 4 UEFI SETUP UTILITY 57
4.1 Introduction 57
4.1.1 UEFI Menu Bar 57
4.1.2 Navigation Keys 58
4.2 Main Screen 59
4.3 OC Tweaker Screen 60
4.4 Advanced Screen 62
4.4.1 CPU Conguration 63
4.4.2 North Bridge Conguration 64
4.4.3 South Bridge Conguration 65
4.4.4 Storage Conguration 66
4.4.5 Super IO Conguration 67
4.4.6 ACPI Conguration 68
4.4.7 USB Conguration 69
4.4.8 Trusted Computing 70
4.5 Tools 71
4.6 Hardware Health Event Monitoring Screen 73
4.7 Security Screen 75
4.8 Boot Screen 76
4.9 Exit Screen 78
Fatal1ty X370 Gaming X Series
Chapter 1 Introduction
ank you for purchasing ASRock Fatal1ty X370 Gaming X 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 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 soware and utilities. Chapter 4 contains the conguration guide of
the BIOS setup.
Becau se the motherboard specications and th e BIOS soware might be updated, the
content of this documentation will be subject to change without notice. In ca se any modications of this documentation occur, the u pdated version will be available on ASRock ’s
website w ithout further notice. If you require technical support related to this motherboard, please visit our website for specic information about the model you are using. You
may nd the l atest VGA cards and CPU suppor t list on ASRock’s website a s well. ASRock
website http://www.asrock.com.
1.1 Package Contents
ASRock Fatal1ty X370 Gaming X Series Motherboard (ATX Form Factor)
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ASRock Fatal1ty X370 Gaming X Series Quick Installation Guide
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ASRock Fatal1ty X370 Gaming X Series Support CD
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1 x I/O Panel Shield
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4 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional)
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1 x ASRock SLI_HB_Bridge_2S Card (O pt ional)
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3 x Screws for M.2 Socket (Optional)
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1.2 Specications
Platform
CPU
Chipset
Memory
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* 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
Supports AMD Socket AM4 A-Series APUs (Bristol Ridge)
and Ryzen CPUs (Summit Ridge)
12 Power Phase design
Supports 95W Water Cooling
AMD Promontory X370
Dual Channel DDR4 Memory Technology
4 x DDR4 DIMM Slots
AMD Ryzen series CPUs support DDR4 3200+(OC)/2933
(OC)/2667/2400/2133 ECC & non-ECC, un-buered
memory*
AMD 7th Gen A-Series APUs support DDR4 2400/2133 ECC
& non-ECC, un-buered memory*
Max. capacity of system memory: 64GB
15μ Gold Contact in DIMM Slots
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Expansion
Slot
AMD Ryzen series CPUs
2 x PCI Express 3.0 x16 Slots (single at x16 (PCIE2); dual at
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x8 (PCIE2) / x8 (PCIE4))*
AMD 7th A-Series APUs
1 x PCI Express 3.0 x16 Slot (single at x8 (PCIE2))*
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* Supports NVMe SSD as boot disks
4 x PCI Express 2.0 x1 Slots
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Supports AMD Quad CrossFireX
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Supports NVIDIA® Quad SLITM and SLITM**
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** is feature is only supported with Ryzen Series CPUs (Sum-
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1 x M.2 Socket (Key E), supports type 2230 WiFi/BT module
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15μ Gold Contact in VGA PCIe Slot (PCIE2)
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and CrossFireXTM **
Graphics
Audio
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Integrated AMD RadeonTM R-Series Graphics in A-series
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APU*
* Actual support may vary by CPU
DirectX 12, Pixel Shader 5.0
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Max. shared memor y 1GB
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Supports HDMI with max. resolution up to 4K x 2K
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(4096x2160) @ 24Hz / (3840x2160) @ 30Hz
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 Port
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Supports Full HD 1080p Blu-ray (BD) playback with HDMI
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Port
7.1 CH HD Audio with Content Protection (Realtek
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ALC1220 Audio Codec)
Premium Blu-ray Audio support
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Supports Surge Protection
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Nichicon Fine Gold Series Audio Caps
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120dB SNR DAC with Dierential Amplier
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TI® NE5532 Premium Headset Amplier for Front Panel
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Audio Connector (Supports up to 600 Ohm headsets)
Pure Power-In
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Direct Drive Technology
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PCB Isolate Shielding
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Impedance Sensing on Line Out port
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Individual PCB Layers for R/L Audio Channel
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Gold Audio Jacks
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Supports Creative SoundBlaster Cinema3
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LAN
Rear Panel
I/O
Gigabit LAN 10/100/1000 Mb/s
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GigaLAN Intel® I211AT
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Supports Wake-On-LAN
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Supports Lightning/ESD Protection
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Supports Energy Ecient Ethernet 802.3az
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Supports PXE
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2 x Antenna Ports
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1 x PS/2 Mouse Port
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Storage
1 x PS/2 Keyboard Port
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1 x HDMI Port
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1 x Optical SPDIF Out Port
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1 x USB 3.0 Type-A Port (Supports ESD Protection)
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1 x USB 3.0 Type-C Port (Supports ESD Protection)
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6 x USB 3.0 Ports (Supports ESD Protection)
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* 1 x Fatal1ty Mouse Port (USB 3.0) is included
1 x RJ-45 LAN Port with LED (ACT/LINK LED and SPEED
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LED)
HD Audio Jacks: Rear Speaker / Central / Bass / Line in /
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Front Speaker / Microphone (Gold Audio Jacks)
6 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
1 x Ultra M.2 Socket (M2_1), supports ty pe
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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) (with Ryzen
CPU) or Gen3 x2 (16 Gb/s) (with A-Series APU)*
1 x M.2 Socket (M2_2), supports type 2230/2242/2260/2280
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M.2 SATA3 6.0 Gb/s module and M.2 PCI Express module
up to Gen2 x2 (10 Gb/s)*
* Supports NVMe SSD as boot disks
* Supports ASRock U.2 Kit
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Connector
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 AMD Fan LED Header
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2 x RGB LED Headers
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* Supports up to 12V/3A, 36W LED Strip
1 x CPU Fan Connector (4-pin)
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* e CPU Fan Connector supports the CPU fan of maximum
1A (12W) fan power.
1 x CPU Optional/Water Pump Fan Connector (4-pin)
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(Smart Fan Speed Control)
* e CPU Optional/Water Pump Fan supports the water cooler
fan of maximum 1.5A (18W) fan power.
2 x Chassis Fan Connectors (4-pin) (Smart Fan Speed Con-
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BIOS
Feature
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1 x Chassis Optional/Water Pump Fan Connector (4-pin)
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(Smart Fan Speed Control)
* e Chassis Optional/Water Pump Fan supports the water
cooler fan of maximum 1.5A (18W) fan power.
* CHA_FAN2 can auto detect if 3-pin or 4-pin fan is in use.
1 x 24 pin ATX Power Connector (Hi-Density Power
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Connec tor)
1 x 8 pin 12V Power Connector (Hi-Density Power
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Connec tor)
1 x Front Panel Audio Connector
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1 x AMD LED Fan USB Header
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2 x USB 2.0 Headers (Support 4 USB 2.0 ports) (Supports
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ESD Protection)
2 x USB 3.0 Headers (Support 4 USB 3.0 ports) (Supports
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ESD Protection)
1 x Dr. Debug with LED
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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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CPU, VCORE_NB, DRAM, VPPM, PCH 1.05V, +1.8V,
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VDDP, PROM 2.5V, Voltage Multi-adjustment
Hardware
Monitor
Temperature Sensing: CPU, CPU Optional/Water Pump,
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Chassis, Chassis Optional/Water Pump Fans
Fan Tachometer: CPU, CPU Optional/Water Pump, Chassis,
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Chassis Optional/Water Pump Fans
Quiet Fan (Auto adjust chassis fan speed by CPU tempera-
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ture): CPU, CPU Optional/Water Pump, Chassis, Chassis
Optional/Water Pump Fans
Fan Multi-Speed Control: CPU, CPU Optional/Water Pump,
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Chassis, Chassis Optional/Water Pump Fans
Voltage monitoring: +12V, +5V, +3.3V, CPU Vcore, VCORE_
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NB, DRAM, PCH 1.05V, +1.8V, VDDP
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Microso® Windows® 10 64-bit
OS
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* For the updated Windows® 10 driver, please visit ASRock ’s
website for details: http://ww w.asrock.com
FCC, CE, WHQL
Certications
* For detailed product information, please visit our website: http://www.asrock .com
Please realize that the re is a certain risk involved with overclocking, including adjusting
the setting in the BIO S, applying Untied Overclocking Technology, or using third-par ty
overclocking tools. O verclocking may aect your syste m’s stability, or even cause dam age to
the components and devices of your syste m. It should be done at your own risk and expe nse.
We are not responsibl e for possible damage caused by overclocking.
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ErP/EuP ready (ErP/EuP ready power supply is required)
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DDR4 _A2 (64 b it, 288 -pin mo dule)
DDR4 _A1 (64 b it, 288 -pin mo dule)
DDR4 _B2 (64 b it, 288 -pin mo dule)
DDR4 _B1 (64 b it, 288 -pin mo dule)
ATXP WR 1
PCIE2
Top:
Central/Bass
Center:
REAR SPK
Top:
LINE IN
Center:
FRONT
Bottom:
Optical
SPDIF
Bottom:
MIC IN
PCIE4
HDLED RESET
PLED PWRBTN
PANEL1
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SPK_PLED1
COM1
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HD_AUDIO1
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SATA3_3_4
SATA3_1_2
PCIE1
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USB_1_2
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USB_3_4
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SATA3_5_6
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Dr.
Debug
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CMOS
Battery
M2_1
M2_2
USB3_7_ 8
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CPU_FAN1
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TPMS1
Ult ra M.2
PCIe Ge n3 x4
FATAL TY
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CHA_FAN1
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USB3_9_ 10
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AMD_FAN_LED1
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CLRMOS1
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LAN
AUDIO
CODEC
BIOS
ROM
RoHS
PCIE5
CHA_FAN2
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USB_5
RGB_LED1
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Super
I/O
PCIE6
PCIE3
CPU_OPT/W_PUMP
M2_3
NUT1
CHA_FAN3/W_PUMP
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Top:
RJ-45
USB 3.0
T: USB5
B: USB6
USB 3.0
T: USB3_TA_1
B: USB3_TC_1
PS2
Keybo ard
PS2
Mouse
USB 3.0
T: USB1
B: USB2
USB 3.0
T: USB3
B: USB4
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RGB_LED2
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AMD
Promontory
X370
SOCKETAM4
HDMI1
1.3 Motherboard Layout
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No. Description
1 ATX 12V Power Connector (ATX12V1)
2 CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1)
3 CPU Fan / Waterpump Fan Connector (CPU_OPT/W_PUMP)
4 2 x 288-pin DDR4 DIMM Slots (DDR4_A1, DDR4_B1)
5 2 x 288-pin DDR4 DIMM Slots (DDR4_A2, DDR4_B2)
6 ATX Power Connector (ATXPWR1)
7 USB 3.0 Header (USB3_9_10)
8 USB 3.0 Header (USB3_7_8)
9 AMD LED Fan USB Header (USB_5)
10 AMD Fan LED Header (AMD_FAN_LED1)
11 Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN1)
12 SATA3 Connectors (SATA3_5_6)
13 SATA3 Connec tors (SATA3_ 3_ 4)
14 SATA3 Connectors (SATA3_1_2)
15 System Panel Header (PANEL1)
16 RGB LED Header (RGB_LED1)
17 RGB LED Header (RGB_LED2)
18 Clear CMOS Jumper (CLR MOS1)
19 Chassis Fan / Waterpump Fan Connector (CHA_FAN3/W_PUMP)
20 Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN2)
21 USB 2.0 Header (USB_1_2)
22 USB 2.0 Header (USB_3_4)
23 Power LED and Speaker Header (SPK_PLED1)
24 TPM Header (TPMS1)
25 COM Port Header (COM1)
26 Front Panel Audio Header (HD_AUDIO1)
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1 PS/2 Mouse Port 10 USB 3.0 Type-A Port (USB3_TA_1)
2 LAN RJ-45 Port* 11 USB 3.0 Type-C Port (USB3_TC_1)
3 Central / Bass (Orange) 12 USB 3.0 Ports (USB3_3_4)
4 Rear Speaker (Black) 13 Fatal1ty Mouse Port (USB3_1)
5 Line In (Light Blue) 14 USB 3.0 Port (USB3_2)
6 Front Speaker (Lime)** 15 HDMI Port (HDMI1)
7 Microphone (Pink) 16 PS/2 Keyboard Port
8 Optical SPDIF Out Port 17 Antenna Ports
9 USB 3.0 Ports (USB3_5_6)
* 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
13 12
1114
9
7810
Activity / Link LED Speed LED
Status Description Status Description
O No Link Orange 10Mbps connection
Blinking Data Activity Orange 100Mbps connection
On Link Green 1Gbps connection
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** If you use a 2- channel speaker, plea se connect the speake r’s plug into “Front Speaker Jack”. See the table below
for connection d etails in accordance w ith the ty pe of speaker you use.
Audio Output
Channels
Front Speaker
(No. 6)
Rear Speaker
(No. 4)
Central / Bass
(No. 3)
2 V -- -- --
4 V V -- --
6 V V V --
8 V V V V
To enable Multi-Streaming, you need to c onnect a front panel audio cable to the front
panel au dio header. Aer restarting your computer, you will nd the “Mixer” tool on your
system. Plea se select “Mixe r ToolBox” , click “Enable playback multi-streaming”, and
click “ok”. Choose “2CH”, “4CH”, “6CH”, or “8CH” and then you are allowed to select
“Realtek HDA Primary output” to u se the Rear Speaker, Central/Bass, and Front Spea ker,
or select “Realtek HDA Audio 2nd output” to use the front panel audio.
Line In
(No. 5)
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Fatal1ty X370 Gaming X Series
Chapter 2 Installation
is is a ATX form factor motherboard. Before you install the motherboard, study
the conguration 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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2.2 Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink
Aer 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. Make 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 heat sink.
Installing the CPU Box Cooler SR1
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RGB LED Cable
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*e diagram shown here are for reference only. Please refer to page 31 for the orientation of
AMD Fan LED Header (AMD_FAN_LED1).
Installing the AM4 Box Cooler SR3
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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 RGB LED".
If you select USB connector, please install AMD utility "SR3 Settings Soware".
*e diagram shown here are for reference only. Please refer to page 31 for the orientation of AMD Fan
LED Header (AMD_FAN_LED1) and page 28 for the orientation of AMD LED Fan USB Header (USB_5).
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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 channel cong uration , you always need to in stall identical (the same
brand, speed , size and chip-type) DDR4 DIMM pairs.
2. It is unable to activate Du al Channel Memory Technology with only one or three
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.
DDR4 UDIMM Maximum Frequency Support
A-Series APUs:
UDIMM Memory Slot
A1 A2 B1 B2
- SR - - 2400
- DR - - 2400
- SR - SR 2400
- DR - DR 2133
SR SR SR SR 1866
SR/DR DR SR/DR DR 1866
Frequency
(Mhz)
Ryzen CPUs:
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
SR: Single rank DIMM, 1Rx4 or 1Rx8 on DIMM module label
DR: Dua l rank 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 c ause permanent damage to
the motherboard and the DIMM if you force the DIMM into the slot at incor rect
orientation.
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2
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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. Please read the document ation of the expansion card and
make 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 x8 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.
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A-Series APUs :
PCIE2 PCIE4
Single Graphics Card x8 N/A
Ryzen series CPUs:
PCIE2 PCIE4
Single Graphics Card x16 N/A
Two Graphics Cards in
CrossFireXTM or SLITM
Mode
For a better ther mal environme nt, ple ase connect a ch assi s fan to the motherboard’s chassi s
fan connector (CHA _FAN1 or CH A_FAN2) when using multiple graphics card s.
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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 “Open”. e illustration shows a 3-pin jumper whose pin1 and pin2 are “Short”
when a jumper cap is placed on these 2 pins.
Clear CMOS Jumper
(CLRMO S1)
(see p.7, No. 18)
CLRMOS1 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. Aer waiting for 15 seconds, use a jumper cap to
short pin2 and pin3 on CLRMOS1 for 5 seconds. However, please do not clear the
CMOS right aer 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 prole will be cleared only if the CMOS battery is
removed.
Clear CMOSDefault
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2.6 Onboard Headers and Connectors
1
Onboard headers and connectors are NOT jumpers. Do NOT place jumper caps over these
heade rs and connectors. Placing jumper caps o ver the headers and connectors will cause
permanent damage to the motherboard.
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System Panel Header
(9-pi n PANEL1)
(see p.7, No. 15)
PWRBTN (Power Switch):
Connec t to the power switch on the chassi s front panel. You may congure the way to tur n
o your system using the power switch.
RESET (Reset Switch):
Connec t to the reset switch on the chassi s front panel. Press the reset sw itch to restart the
computer if the computer f reezes and fails to per form a normal restar t.
PLED (Syste m Power LED):
Connec t to the power status indicator on th e chassis front panel . e LED is on when the
system is operating. e LED k eeps blinking when the system is in S1/S3 sleep state. e
LED is o when the system is in S4 slee p 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 drive is reading or wr iting data.
e front panel de sign may dier by chassis. A front panel module mainly con sists of power
switch, reset switch , power LED, hard dr ive activity LED, speaker and etc. When conne cting your ch assi s front panel module to thi s header, make sure the wire a ssignments and the
pin assignments are matched correctly.
PLED+
PLED-
HDLED-
HDLED+
PWRBTN#
GND
RESET#
GND
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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Power LED and Speaker
1
+5V
DUMMY
PLED+
PLED+
PLED-
DUMMY
SPEAKER
DUMMY
GND
GND
P+
P-
USB_PWR
P+
P-
USB_PWR
1
USB_PWR
Header
(7-pin SPK_PLED1)
(see p.7, No. 23)
Please connect the
chassis power LED and
the chassis speaker to this
header.
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Serial ATA3 Connectors
(SATA3_1_2:
see p.7, No. 14)
(SATA3_3_4:
see p.7, No. 13)
(SATA3_ 5_6:
see p.7, No. 12)
AMD LED Fan USB
Header
(4-pin USB_5)
(see p.7, No. 9)
USB 2.0 Headers
((9-pin USB_1_2)
(see p.7, No. 21)
(9-pin USB_3_4)
(see p.7, No. 22)
ese six SATA3
connectors support SATA
SATA3_5
data cables for internal
SATA3_6
storage devices with up to
6.0 Gb/s data transfer rate.
SATA3_3SATA3_1
1
P-
P+
GND
SATA3_4SATA3_2
is header is used for
connecting the USB
connector on the AMD
SR3 Heatsink.
ere are two headers
on this motherboard.
Each USB 2.0 header can
support two ports.
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OUT2_L
1
MIC_RET
PRESENCE#
GND
OUT2_R
MIC2_R
MIC2_L
OUT_RET
GND
1
4 3 2 1
USB 3.0 Header
(19-pin USB3_7_8)
(see p.7, No. 8)
(19-pin USB3_9_10)
(see p.7, No. 7)
IntA_PA_SSRX-
IntA_PA_SSRX+
IntA_PA_SSTX-
IntA_PA_SSTX+
IntA_PA_D-
IntA_PA_D+
Vbus
GND
GND
VbusVbus
IntA_PB_SSRX-
IntA_PB_SSRX+
GND
IntA_PB_SSTX-
IntA_PB_SSTX+
GND
IntA_PB_D-
IntA_PB_D+
Dummy
Besides four USB 3.0 ports
on the I/O panel, there
are two headers on this
motherboard. Each USB
3.0 header can support
two ports.
Front Panel Audio Header
(9-pin HD_ AUDIO1)
(see p.7, No. 26)
1. High Denition Audio support s Jack Sensing, but the panel wire on the chassis mu st support HDA to function correctly. Please follow the in struction s in our manual and chassis
manual to install your system.
2. If you use an AC’97 audio panel , please install it to the 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 connect
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”.
is header is for
connecting audio devices
to the front audio panel.
Chassis Fan Connectors
(4-pin CHA_FAN1)
(see p.7, No. 11)
(4-pin CHA_FAN2)
(see p.7, No. 20)
FAN_VOLTAGE
2
CHA_FAN_SPEED
3
FAN_SPEED_CONTROL
4
FAN_SPEED_CONTROL
CHA_FAN_SPEED
FAN_VOLTAGE
Please connect fan cables
to the fan connectors and
match the black wire to
the ground pin.
GND
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Chassis Optional/Water
4
8
FAN_SPEED_CONTROL
1 2 3 4
FAN_SPEED_CONTROL
1 2 3 4
4 3 2 1
Pump Fan Connector
(4-pin CHA_FAN3/W_
PUMP)
(see p.7, No. 19)
FAN_SPEED_CONTROL
CHA_FAN_SPEED
FAN_VOLTAGE
is motherboard
provides two 4-Pin water
cooling
chassis
connectors. If you plan to
GND
connect a 3-Pin
water cooler fan, please
connect it to Pin 1-3.
fan
chassis
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CPU Fan Connectors
(4-pin CPU_FAN1)
(see p.7, No. 2)
CPU Optional/Water
Pump Fan Connector
(4-pin CPU_OPT/W_
PUM P)
(see p.7, No. 3)
ATX Power Connector
(24-p in ATXPWR1)
(see p.7, No. 6)
ATX 12V Power
Connector
(8-pin ATX12V1)
(see p.7, No. 1)
CPU_FAN_SPEED
FAN_VOLTAGE
GND
CPU_FAN_SPEED
FAN_VOLTAGE
GND
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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
provides a 4-Pin water
cooling CPU fan
connector. If you plan
to connect a 3-Pin CPU
water cooler fan, please
connect it to Pin 1-3.
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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
5
13.
is motherboard pro-
vides an 8-pin ATX 12V
1
power connector. To use a
4-pin ATX power supply,
please plug it along Pin 1
and Pin 5.
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1
RRXD1
1
RRI#1
Serial Port Header
(9-p in COM1)
(see p.7, No. 25)
TPM Header
(17-pi n TPMS1)
(see p.7, No. 24)
RGB LED Headers
(4-pi n RGB _LED1)
(see p.7, No. 16)
(4-pi n RGB _LED2)
(see p.7, No. 17)
1
SMB _CL K_M AIN
GN D
FRA M E
PC ICL K
DDTR#1
DDSR#1
CCTS#1
RRTS#1
GND
TTXD1
DDCD#1
SMB _DA TA_ MAI N
LAD 2
GN D
LAD 1
+3 V
LAD 3
LAD 0
PC IRS T #
12V GRB
is COM1 header
supports a serial port
module.
is connector supports Trusted
Platform Module (TPM) system,
which can securely store keys,
D
S_P WRD WN #
SER IRQ #
GN
digital certicates, passwords,
and data. A TPM system also
helps enhance network security,
GN D
+3V S B
protects digital identities, and
ensures platform integrity.
ese two RGB headers are used
to connect RGB LED extension
cable which allows
users to choose from various LED
lighting eects.
Caution: Never install the RGB
LED cable in the wrong orienta-
tion; otherwise, the cable may
be damaged.
*Please refer to page 55 for
further instructions on these two
headers.
AMD Fan LED Header
(4- pi n AM D_FA N_
LED1)
(see p.7, No. 10)
12V GRB
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
eects.
Caution: Never install the FAN
LED cable in the wrong orienta-
tion; otherwise, the cable may
be damaged.
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2.7 Dr. Debug
Dr. Debug is used to provide code information, which makes troubleshooting even
easier. Please see the diagrams below for reading the Dr. Debug codes.
Code Description
00 Please check if the CPU is installed correctly and then clear
CMOS.
0d Problem related to memory, VGA card or other devices.
Please clear CMOS, re-install the memory and VGA card,
and remove other USB, PCI devices.
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01 - 54
(exce pt 0d),
5A- 60
55 e Memory could not be detected. Please re-install the
61 - 91 Chipset initialization error. Please press reset or clear
92 - 99 Problem related to PCI-E devices. Please re-install PCI-E
A0 - A7 Problem related to IDE or SATA devices. Please re-install
b0 Problem related to memor y. Please re-install the CPU and
Problem related to memory. Please re-install the CPU and
memory then clear CMOS. If the problem still exists, please
install only one memory module or try using other memory
modules.
memory and CPU. If the problem still exists, please install
only one memory module or try using other memory
modules.
CMOS.
devices or try installing them in other slots. If the problem
still exists, please remove all PCI-E devices or try using
another VGA card.
IDE and SATA devices. If the problem still exists, please
clear CMOS and try removing all SATA devices.
memory. If the problem still exists, please install only one
memory module or try using other memory modules.
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b4 Problem related to USB devices. Please try removing all
USB devices.
b7 Problem related to memory. Please re-install the CPU and
memory then clear CMOS. If the problem still exists, please
install only one memory module or try using other memory
modules.
d6 e VGA could not be recognized. Please clear CMOS and
try re-installing the VGA card. If the problem still exists,
please try installing the VGA card in other slots or use other
VGA c ards.
d7 e Keyboard and mouse could not be recognized. Please
try re-installing the keyboard and mouse.
d8 Invalid Password.
FF Please check if the CPU is insta lled correctly and then clear
CMOS.
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2.8 SLITM and Quad SLITM Operation Guide
is motherboard supports NVIDIA® SLITM and Quad SLITM (Scalable Link
Interface) technology that allows you to install up to two identical PCI Express x16
graphics cards.
Requirements
1. You should only u se identical SLITM-ready g raphics cards that are NV IDIA® certied.
2. Make sure that your gra phics card drive r supports NVIDIA® SLITM technology. Download
the drivers from the NVIDIA® website: www.nvidia.com
3. Make sure that your power supply unit (PSU) can provide at lea st the minimum power
your system requires. It is recomme nded to u se a NVIDIA® certied PSU. Please refer to
the NVIDIA® website for details.
2.8.1 Installing Two SLITM-Ready Graphics Cards
Step 1
Insert one graphics card into PCIE2 slot
and the other graphics card to PCIE3 slot.
Make sure that the cards are properly
seated on the slots.
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Step 2
If required, connect the au xiliar y power
source to the PCI Express graphics cards.
SLI_HB_Bridge_2S Card
ASRock SLI_HB_Bridge_2S Card
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Step 3
Align and insert the ASRock SLI_HB_
Bridge_2S Card to the goldngers on each
graphics card. Make sure the ASRock SLI_
HB_Bridge_2S Card is rmly in place.
Step 4
Connect a VGA cable or a DVI cable to the
monitor connector or the DVI connector of
the graphics card that is inserted to PCIE2
slot.
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2.8.2 Driver Installation and Setup
Install the graphics card drivers to your system. Aer that, you can enable the
Multi-Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) in the NVIDIA® nView system tray utilit y.
Please follow the below procedures to enable the multi-GPU.
For SLITM and Quad SLITM mode
Step 1
Double-click the NVIDIA Control Panel
icon in the Windows® sy stem tray.
Step 2
In the le pane, click Set SLI and PhysX
conguration. en select Maximize 3D
performance and click Apply.
Step 3
Reboot your system.
Step 4
You can freely enjoy the benets of SLITM
or Quad SLITM.
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2.9 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 certied.
2. Mak e sure that your graphics card driver suppor ts AMD CrossFireXTM technology.
Download the drivers f rom the AMD’s website: www.amd.com
3. Make sure that your power supply unit (PSU) can provide at lea st the minimum power
your system requires. It is recomme nded to u se a AMD certied PSU. Please refer to the
AMD’s website for de tails.
4. If you pair a 12-pipe CrossFireXTM Edition card with a 16-pipe card, both cards will operate as 12-pipe card s while in CrossFireXTM mode.
5. Dierent CrossFireXTM cards may require dierent method s to enable CrossFireXTM.
Please refer to A MD graphics card manuals for detailed installation guide .
2.9.1 Installing Two CrossFireXTM-Ready Graphics Cards
CrossFire Bridge
Step 1
Insert one graphics card into PCIE2 slot
and the other graphics card to PCIE3 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
PCIE2 slot.
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2.9.2 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 Uninstalle r is an optional downloa d. We recommend using this utility to uninstall any previously installed Catalyst drivers prior to installation. Plea se check AMD’s
website for AMD driver updates .
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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2.10 M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Installation Guide
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e M.2, also known as the Next Generation Form Factor (NGFF), is a small size and
versatile card edge connector that aims to replace mPCIe and mSATA. e Ultra M.2
Socket (M2_1) supports SATA3 6.0 Gb/s module and M.2 PCI Express module up to Gen3
x4 (32 Gb/s) (with Ryzen CPU) or Gen3 x2 (16 Gb/s) (with A-Series APU). e M.2 Sockets
(M2_2) supports SATA3 6.0 Gb/s module and M.2 PCI Express module up to Gen2 x2 (10
Gb/s).
Installing the M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module
Step 1
Prepare a M.2_SSD (NGFF) module
and the screw.
Step 2
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Depending on the PCB type and
length of your M.2 _SSD (NGFF)
module, nd the corresponding nut
location to be used.
2
1
A
BCD
No. 1 2 3 4
Nut Location A B C D
PCB Length 3cm 4.2cm 6cm 8cm
Module Type Type223 0 Ty pe 22 42 Ty pe 2260 Ty pe 228 0
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Step 3
Move the stando based on the
module type and length.
A
BCD
A
BCD
ABCD
e stando is placed at the nut
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
stando into the desired nut location
on the motherboard.
Step 5
Align and 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.
A
BC
Step 6
Tighten the screw with a screwdriver
to secure the module into place.
Please do not overtighten the screw as
NUT1NUT2D
this might damage the module.
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M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Support List (M2_1)
Vendor Interface P/N
Intel PCIe INTEL 6000P-SSDPEKKF256G7 (nvme)
Kingston PCIe Kingston SHPM2280P2 / 240G (Gen2 x4)
Samsung PCIe Samsung XP941-MZHPU512HCGL(Gen2x4)
SanDisk PCIe SanDisk-SD6PP4M-128G( Gen2 x2)
ADATA SATA ADATA - AXNS381E-128GM-B
Kingston SATA Kingston-RBU-SNS8400S3 / 180GD
Crucial SATA Crucial-CT240M500SSD4-240GB
SanDisk SATA SanDisk-SD6SN1M-128G
Intel SATA INTEL 540S-SSDSCKKW240H6-240GB
ezlink SATA ezlink P51B-80-120GB
Kingston SATA Kingston SM2280S3G2/120G - Win8.1
SanDisk SATA SanDisk X400-SD8SN8U-128G
Tra nscend SATA Transcend TS256GMTS800-256GB
LITEON SATA LITEON LJH-256 V2G-256GB (2260)
PLEXTOR SATA PLEXTOR PX-128M7VG-128GB
PLEXTOR SATA PLEXTOR PX-128M6G-2260-128GB
V-Col or SATA V-Col or 120G
V-Col or SATA V-Col or 2 4 0 G
SanDisk SATA Sandisk Z400s-SD8SNAT-128G-1122
Tra nscend SATA Transcend TS64GMTS400-64GB
WD SATA WD BLUE WDS100T1B0B-00AS40
WD SATA WD GR EEN WDS240G1G0B-00RC30
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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M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Support List (M2_2)
Vendor Interface P/N
Intel PCIe INTEL 6000P-SSDPEKKF256G7 (nvme)
Intel PCIe INTEL 6000P-SSDPEKKF512G7 (nvme)
Kingston PCIe Kingston SHPM2280P2 / 240G (Gen2 x4)
Samsung PCIe Samsung XP941-MZHPU512HCGL(Gen2x4)
SanDisk PCIe SanDisk-SD6PP4M-128G( Gen2 x2)
ADATA SATA ADATA - AXNS381E-128GM-B
Crucial SATA Crucial-CT240M500SSD4-240GB
ezlink SATA ezlink P51B-80-120GB
Intel SATA INTEL 540S-SSDSCKKW240H6-240GB
Kingston SATA Kingston SM2280S3G2/120G - Win8.1
Kingston SATA Kingston-RBU-SNS8400S3 / 180GD
LITEON SATA LITEON LJH-256 V2G-256GB (2260)
PLEXTOR SATA PLEXTOR PX-128M6G-2260-128GB
PLEXTOR SATA PLEXTOR PX-128M7VG-128GB
Sandisk SATA Sandisk Z400s-SD8SNAT-128G-1122
Sandisk SATA SanDisk-SD6SN1M-128G
Tra nscend SATA Transcend TS256GMTS800-256GB
Tra nscend SATA Transcend TS64GMTS400-64GB
V-Col or SATA V-Col or 120G
V-Col or SATA V-Col or 2 4 0 G
WD SATA WD BLUE WDS100T1B0B-00AS40
WD SATA WD GR EEN WDS240G1G0B-00RC30
WD SATA WD GR EEN WDS240G1G0B-00RC30
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 soware that the motherboard supports.
Click on a specic item then follow the installation wizard to install it.
To improve Windows 7 compatibility, please download and install the foll owing hot x
provided by Microso.
“KB2720599”: http://support.microso.com/kb/2720599/en-us
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3.2 F-Stream
F-Stream is ASRock’s multi purpose soware 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. Aer 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 six 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
Congurations 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
Congure up to ve dierent fan speeds using the graph. e fans will automatically shi
to the next speed level when the assigned temperature is met.
Settings
Congure 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 soware applications for your ASRock computer. You can quickly
and easily install various apps and support utilities. With ASRock 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 from 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 a llows 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 k now 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 to start downloading.
Step 4
When installation completes, you can nd the green "Installed" icon appears on the
upper right corner.
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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
Please check the item information before update. Click on to see more details.
Step 2
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Click to select one or more items you want to update.
Step 3
Click Update to start the update process.
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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 Cinema3
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e SoundBlasterTM Cinema3, 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.
ere are ve functions in SoundBlasterTM Cinema3:
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No. Function Description
Surround
1
Crystalizer
2
Bass
3
Smart Volume
4
Dialog Plus
5
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 RGB LED
ASRock RGB LED is a lighting control utility specica lly designed for unique individuals with
sophisticated tastes to build their own stylish colorful lighting system. Simply by connecting 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 strips to the
motherboard.
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RGB LED Headers (RGB_LED1, RGB_LED2)
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RGB_LED2
12V GRB
RGB_LED1
on the
12V GRB
1. Never install the RGB LED cable in the wrong orientation; otherwise, the cable may be
damaged.
2. Be fore installing or remov ing your RGB LED cable, please powe r o your system and
unplug the power cord from the power supply. Failure to do so may cause damages to
motherboard components.
1. Please note that the RGB LED str ips do not come with the pack age.
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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ASRock RGB LED Utility
Now you can adjust the RGB LED color through the ASRock RGB LED utilit y. 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 eects
for all LED regions of
the motherboard
Select a RGB LED light eect
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 congure your
system. You may run the UEFI SETUP UTILITY by pressing <F2> or <Del> right
aer you power on the computer, otherwise, the Power-On-Self-Test (POST) will
continue with its test routines. If you wish to enter the UEFI SETUP UTILITY aer
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 soware is constantly being updated, the following UEFI setup
screens and de scriptions are for refe rence purpose only, and the y may not exactly
match what you see on your screen.
4.1.1 UEFI Menu Bar
e top of the screen has a menu bar with the following selections:
Main
OC Tweaker
Advanced
Tool
H/W Monitor
Security
Boot
Exit
For setting system time/date information
For overclocking congurations
For advanced system congurations
Useful tools
Displays current hardware status
For security settings
For conguring 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.
Becau se the UEFI soware is constantly being updated, the following UEFI setup
screens and de scriptions are for refe rence purpose only, and the y may not exactly
match what you see on your screen.
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Voltage Conguration
DRAM Voltage
Use this to select DRAM Voltage. e default value is [Auto].
2.50V_PROM Voltage
Use this to select 2.50V_PROM Voltage. e default value is [Auto].
VTT_DDR
Congure the VTT DDR voltage. e default value is [Auto].
+1.8 Voltage
Congure +1.8V voltage.
VDDP
Congure the voltage for the VDDP.
1.05V_PROM Voltage
Congure the voltage for the 1.05V PROM.
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4.4 Advanced Screen
In this section, you may set the congurations for the following items: CPU
Conguration, North Bridge Conguration, South Bridge Conguration, Storage-
Conguration, Super IO Conguration, ACPI Conguration, USB Conguration
and Trusted Computing.
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Setting wrong values in this sec tion may cause the system to malfunction.
UEFI Conguration
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 Conguration
Cool 'n' Quiet
Use this item to enable or disable AMD’s Cool ‘n’ QuietTM technology. e default
value is [Enabled]. Conguration 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.
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]. Conguration options: [Enabled] and [Disabled].
C6 Mode
Use this item to enable or disable Core C6 mode. e default value is [Enabled].
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4.4.2 North Bridge Conguration
IOMMU
Use this to enable or disable IOMMU. e default value of this feature is [Disabled].
Share Memory
Congure 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 Conguration
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.
Deep Sleep
Congure deep sleep mode for power saving when the computer is shut down.
Restore on AC/Power Loss
Select the power state aer 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.
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4.4.4 Storage Conguration
SATA Controller(s)
Enable/disable the SATA controllers.
SATA M o de
AHCI: Supports new features that improve performance.
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RAID: Combine multiple disk drives into a logical unit.
4.4.5 Super IO Conguration
Serial Port
Enable or disable the Serial port.
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Serial Port Address
Select the address of the Serial port.
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4.4.6 ACPI Conguration
Suspend to RAM
It is recommended to select auto for ACPI S3 power saving.
HPET In SB
Enable the High Precision Event Timer for better performance and to pass WHQL
tests.
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PS/2 Keyboard Power On
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.
Ring-In Power On
Allow the system to be waked up by onboard COM port modem Ring-In signals.
RTC Alarm Power On
Allow the system to be waked up by the real time clock alarm. Set it to By OS to let
it be handled by your operating system.
4.4.7 USB Conguration
USB Controller
Enable or disable all the USB ports.
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Legacy USB Support
Enable or disable Legacy OS Support for USB 2.0 devices. If you encounter USB
compatibility issues it is recommended to disable legacy USB support. Select UEFI
Setup Only to support USB devices under the UEFI setup and Windows/Linux
operating systems only.
USB 3.0 Controller
Enable or disable all the USB 3.0 ports.
XHCI Legacy Support
Enable or disable XHCI Controller Legacy support.
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4.4.8 Trusted Computing
Security Device Support
Enable to activate Trusted Platform Module (TPM) security for your hard disk
drives.
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4.5 Tools
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 RAID driver from the support CD to
your USB storage device. Aer 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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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 conguration before using Internet
Flash.
*For BIOS backup and recovery purpose, it is recommended to plug in your USB
pen drive before using this function.
Network Conguration
Use this to congure internet connection settings for Internet Flash.
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Internet Setting
Enable or disable sound eects 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 Fan 1 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.
CPU_OPT / W_Pump Switch
Select CPU Optional or Water Pump mode.
CPU Optional Fan Control Mode
Select PWM mode or DC mode for CPU Optional fan.
CPU Optional Fan Setting
Select a fan mode for CPU Optional fan, or choose Customize to set 5 CPU
temperatures and assign a respective fan speed for each temperature.
CPU Optional Fan Temp Source
Select a fan temperature source for CPU Optional fan.
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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.
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 / W_Pump Switch
Select CHA_FAN3 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.
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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.
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 congure 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.
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Boot From Onboard LAN
Allow the system to be waked up by the onboard LAN.
Setup Prompt Timeout
Congure 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 congure the AddOn
ROM if you've enabled Full Screen Logo. Disable for faster boot speed.
CSM (Compatibility Support Module)
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.
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 conguration 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 all 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.
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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
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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
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Phone: +1-909-590-8308
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