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Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction 1
1.1 Package Contents 1
1.2 Specications 2
1.3 Motherboard Layout 6
1.4 I/O Panel 8
Chapter 2 Installation 10
2.1 Installing the CPU 11
2.2 Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink 14
2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) 15
2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI Express Slots) 17
2.5 Jumpers Setup 18
2.6 Onboard Headers and Connectors 19
2.7 SLITM and Quad SLITM Operation Guide 23
2.7.1 Installing Two SLITM-Ready Graphics Cards 23
2.8.1 Installing Two CrossFireXTM-Ready Graphics Cards 26
2.8.2 Installing Three CrossFireXTM-Ready Graphics Cards 28
2.8.3 Driver Installation and Setup 29
2.9 M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Installation Guide 30
Chapter 3 Software and Utilities Operation 33
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3.1 Installing Drivers 33
3.2 A-Tuning 34
3.3 ASRock Live Update & APP Shop 38
3.3.1 UI Overview 38
3.3.2 Apps 39
3.3.3 BIOS & Drivers 42
3.3.4 Setting 43
3.4 Enabling USB Ports for Windows® 7 Installation 44
Chapter 4 UEFI SETUP UTILITY 47
4.1 Introduction 47
4.1.1 UEFI Menu Bar 47
4.1.2 Navigation Keys 48
4.2 Main Screen 49
4.3 OC Tweaker Screen 50
4.4 Advanced Screen 60
4.4.1 CPU Conguration 61
4.4.2 Chipset Conguration 63
4.4.3 Storage Conguration 66
4.4.4 Intel® Thunderbolt™ 2 68
4.4.5 Super IO Conguration 69
4.4.6 ACPI Conguration 70
4.4.7 USB Conguration 72
4.4.8 Trusted Computing 73
4.5 Tools 74
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4.6 Hardware Health Event Monitoring Screen 78
4.7 Security Screen 80
4.8 Boot Screen 81
4.9 Exit Screen 84
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Chapter 1 Introduction
ank you for purchasing ASRock Z170 Extreme3 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 the BIOS soware might be updated, the
content of this documentation will be subject to change without notice. In case any
modications of this documentation occur, the updated version will be available on
ASRock’s website w ithout f urther notice. If you require technical support relate d to
this motherboard, please vi sit our website for s pecic 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 ht tp://www.a srock.com.
1.1 Package Contents
ASRock Z170 Extreme3 Motherboard (ATX Form Factor)
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ASRock Z170 Extreme3 Quick Installation Guide
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ASRock Z170 Extreme3 Support CD
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2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional)
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1 x I/O Panel Shield
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1 x ASRock SLI_Bridge_2S Card
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1 x Screw for M.2 Socket
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1.2 Specications
Platform
CPU
Chipset
Memory
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* 3866+(OC) memory frequency can only be achieved when a
single memory module is installed (Single channel memory).
* Please refer to Memory Support List on ASRock's website for
Please realize that the re is a certain r isk involved with overclo cking, including
adjusting the setting in the BIOS, applying Untied Overclocking Technol ogy, or using
third-party overclocking tool s. Overclocking may aect your system’s stability, or
even cause dam age to the components and devices of your system. It should be done
at your own risk and expense. We are not responsible for poss ible damage caused by
overclocking.
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1.3 Motherboard Layout
Intel
Z170
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)
ATX12V1
USB 3.0
T:U SB1
B: USB2
ATXP WR 1
LAN
PCIE2
Top:
RJ-45
USB 3. 0
T: USB5
B: USB 6
Top:
Central/Bass
Center :
REAR SPK
Top:
LINE IN
Center :
FRONT
Bottom :
Optica l
SPDIF
Bottom :
MIC I N
PCIE4
HDLED R ESET
PLED PW RBTN
PANEL1
1
USB_1_2
1
1
SPK_PLE D1
1
HD_AUDI O1
PCIE6
SATA3_0_2
SATA3_1_3
PCIE1
CPU_FAN1
RoH S
8
6
7
11
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
HDMI1
USB 3. 0
T: USB3
B: USB 4
1
3
2
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20
Ultr a M.2
PCIe G en3 x4
128Mb
BIOS
PS2
Keybo ard
/Mous e
CMO S
Bat tery
CLRMOS1
1
PCIE3
M2_1
CT2CT3CT 4CT5
TB1
1
10
4
USB3_7_ 8
1
21
CHA_FAN1
CHA_FAN2
12
9
SATA_EXP_ 0_1
USB_3_4
1
1
TPMS1
PCIE5
USB 3.1
T:US B31_TA _1
B: USB31 _TC_1
CT1
5
PCI E xpres s 3.0
Fro nt USB 3. 0
CPU_FAN2
CHA_FAN3
SATA3_5_4
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SATA3_4SATA3_5 SATA_EXP2
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No. Description
1ATX 12V Power Connector (ATX12V1)
2CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN2)
3CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1)
42 x 288-pin DDR4 DIMM Slots (DDR4_A1, DDR4_B1)
52 x 288-pin DDR4 DIMM Slots (DDR4_A2, DDR4_B2)
6ATX Power Connector (ATXPWR1)
7USB 3.0 Header (USB3_7_8)
8Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN3)
9SATA3 Connectors (SATA3_0_2)
10 SATA3 Connectors (SATA3_1_3)
11 SATA Express Connectors (SATA_EXP_0_1)
12 Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN2)
13 Power LED and Speaker Header (SPK_PLED1)
14 System Panel Header (PANEL1)
15 SATA and SATA Express Connectors (SATA3_5_4, SATA_EXP2)
16 Clear CMOS Jumper (CLRMOS1)
17 USB 2.0 Header (USB_3_4)
18 USB 2.0 Header (USB_1_2)
19 underbolt AIC Connector (TB1)
20 TPM Header (TPMS1)
21 Front Panel Audio Header (HD_AUDIO1)
22 Chassis Fan Connector (CHA _FAN1)
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1.4 I/O Panel
12
5
436
141113
No. DescriptionNo. Description
1PS/2 Mouse/Keyboard Port8Optica l SPDIF Out Port
2LAN RJ-45 Port* 9USB 3.1 Type-A Port (USB31_TA_1)
3Central / Bass (Orange)10USB 3.1 Type-C Port (USB31_TC_1)
4Rear Speaker (Black)11USB 3.0 Ports (USB3_56)
5Line In (Light Blue)12USB 3.0 Ports (USB3_ 34)
6Front Speaker (Lime)**13HDMI Port
7Microphone (Pink)14USB 3.0 Ports (USB3_12)
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* ere are two LEDs on each LAN port. Please refer to the table below for the LAN port LED indications .
** 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 type of speaker you use.
Audio Output
Channels
Front Speaker
(No. 6)
Rear Speaker
(No. 4)
Central / Bass
(No. 3)
2V------
4VV----
6VVV--
8VVVV
To enable Multi-Streaming, you need to connect a front panel audio cable to the
front panel audio 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 all owed to select “Realtek HDA Primary out put” to u se the Rear Speak er,
Central/Bas s, and Front Speaker, or select “Realtek HDA Audio 2nd output” to u se
the front panel au dio.
Line In
(No. 5)
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Chapter 2 Installation
is is an 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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components. Failure to do so may cause physical injuries and damages to motherboard
components.
In order to avoid damage from static electricity to the motherboard’s components,
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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
1. Before you insert the 1151-Pin CPU into the socket , please check if the PnP c ap
is on the socket, if the CPU sur face is unclean, or if th ere are any b ent pins in the
socket. Do not force to insert the CPU into the socket if above situ ation is found.
Other wise, the CPU wil l be seriously d amaged.
2. Unplug all power cables be fore installing the CPU.
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B
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Please save and replace the cover if the processor i s removed. e cover must be
placed if you wish to return the motherboard for aer service.
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2.2 Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink
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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 conguration, you always need to install identica l (the same
brand, speed , size and chip-type) DDR4 DIMM pairs.
2. It is unable to activate Dual Channel Memor y Technolog y with only one or three
memor y 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.
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 3.0 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 3.0 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 3.0 x1 slot) is used for PCI Express x1 lane width cards.
PCIE6 (PCIe 3.0 x16 slot) is used for PCI Express x4 lane width graphics cards.
PCIe Slot Congurations
PCIE2PCIE4PCIE6
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Single Graphics Cardx16N/AN/A
Two Graphics Cards in
CrossFireXTM or SLITM
Mode
ree Graphics Cards in
3-Way CrossFireXTM Mode
For a better ther mal environment, ple ase connect a ch assi s fan to the motherboard’s
chassis fan connector (CHA_ FAN1, CHA_ FAN2 or CHA_ FAN3) when using multiple graphics cards.
x8x8N/A
x8x8x4
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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
(CLRMOS1)
(see p.6, No. 16)
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
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.
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System Panel Header
(9-pin PANEL1)
(see p.6, No. 14)
PWRBTN (Power Switch):
Connec t to the power switch on the chassi s front panel. You may congure 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 S1/S3 sleep
state. e LED is o when the system is in S4 sleep 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 i s reading or writing data.
e front panel de sign may dier 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.
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PLE D+
PLE D-
HDL ED-
HDL ED+
PWR BTN#
GND
GND
RES ET#
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
PLE D-
SPE AK ER
Header
(7-pin SPK_PLED1)
(see p.6, No. 13)
DUM MY
+5V
1
PLE D+
DUM MY
PLE D+
Please connect the
chassis power LED and
the chassis speaker to this
header.
Serial ATA3 Connectors
(SATA3_0_2:
see p.6, No. 9)
(SATA3_1_3:
see p.6, No. 10)
(SATA3_5_4:
see p.6, No. 15)
Serial ATA Express
Connectors
(SATA3_5_4:
see p.6, No. 15)
(SATA_EXP_0_1:
see p.6, No. 11)
ese six SATA3
connectors support SATA
SATA3_0SATA3_1
data cables for internal
SATA3_2SATA3_3
storage devices with up to
6.0 Gb/s data transfer rate.
SATA3_4 SATA3_5
Please connect either
SATA or PCIe storage
SATA3_0SATA3_1
devices to these
SATA3_2SATA3_3
connectors. e upper
SATA Express Connector
(SATA3_EXP_0) is shared
with the SATA3_0,
SATA3_1 and the Ultra
M.2 Socket (M2_1).
SATA_EXP_0
SATA3_4 SATA3_5 SATA_EXP2
SATA_EXP_1
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USB 2.0 Headers
(9-pin USB_1_2)
(see p.6, No. 18)
(9-pin USB_3_4)
(see p.6, No. 17)
USB _PW R
1
USB _PW R
P-
P+
GND
DUM MY
GND
P+
P-
ere are two headers
on this motherboard.
Each USB 2.0 header can
support two ports.
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USB 3.0 Header
(19-pin USB3_7_8)
(see p.6, No. 7)
Front Panel Audio Header
(9-pin HD_AUDIO1)
(see p.6, No. 21)
1. High Denition Audio supports Jack Sensing, but the panel wire on the chassis
must support HDA to function correctly. Please follow the instructions 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 heade r 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 adju st “Recording Volume”.
Vbus
IntA _PA_SS RX-
IntA _PA_SS RX+
GND
IntA _PA_SS TX-
IntA _PA_SS TX+
GND
IntA _PA_D-
IntA _PA_D+
GND
1
MIC 2_L
1
PRE SENCE #
MIC _RET
J_S ENSE
OUT 2_R
MIC 2_R
VbusVbus
IntA _PB_S SRX-
IntA _PB_S SRX+
GND
IntA _PB_S STX-
IntA _PB_S STX+
GND
IntA _PB_D -
IntA _PB_D +
Dumm y
OUT _RET
OUT 2_L
Besides six USB 3.0 ports
on the I/O panel, there
is one header on this
motherboard. Each USB
3.0 header can support
two ports.
is header is for
connecting audio devices
to the front audio panel.
Chassis Fan Connectors
(4-pin CHA_FAN1)
(see p.6, No. 22)
(4-pin CHA_FAN2)
(see p.6, No. 12)
(4-pin CHA_FAN3)
(see p.6, No. 8)
GND
FAN_VOLTAGE
CHA _FA N_S PEE D
FAN _SP EED _CO NT ROL
FAN _SP EED _CO NTR OL
CHA _FA N_S PEE D
FAN _VO LTA GE
GND
FAN _VO LTA GE
CHA _FA N_S PEE D
FAN _SP EED _CO NTR OL
Please connect fan cables
to the fan connectors and
match the black wire to
the ground pin.
GND
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CPU Fan Connectors
1
GND
FAN_V OLTAGE_C ONTRO L
FAN_S PEED
FAN_S PEED_ CONTR OL
(4-pin CPU_FAN1)
(see p.6, No. 3)
(4-pin CPU_FAN2)
(see p.6, No. 2)
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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ATX Power Connector
(24-pin ATXPWR1)
(see p.6, No. 6)
ATX 12V Power
Connector
(8-pin ATX12V1)
(see p.6, No. 1)
underbolt AIC
Connector
(5-pin TB1)
(see p.6, No. 19)
TPM Header
(17-pin TPMS1)
(see p.6, No. 20)
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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
1
13
8
5
13.
is motherboard pro-
vides an 8-pin ATX 12V
power connector. To use a
4-pin ATX power supply,
please plug it along Pin 1
and Pin 5.
Please connect a underboltTM
add-in card (AIC) to this
connector via the GPIO cable.
is connector supports Trusted
GN D
LAD 0
+3 V
+3V S B
D
GN
GN D
LAD 1
SER IRQ #
S_P WRD WN #
PC ICL K
LAD 3
PC IRS T #
FRA M E
GN D
LAD 2
Platform Module (TPM) system,
1
which can securely store keys,
digital certicates, passwords,
and data. A TPM system also
helps enhance network security,
SMB _CL K_M AIN
SMB _DA TA_ MAI N
protects digital identities, and
ensures platform integrity.
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2.7 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 use ide ntical SLITM-ready g raphics cards that are NVIDIA® certied.
2. Make sure that your g raphics card driver supports NVIDI A® SLITM technology.
Download the drivers from the N VIDIA® website: www.nvidia.com
3. Make sure that your power supply unit (PSU) can provide at least th e minimum
power your syste m require s. It is recommended to use a NVIDIA® certied PSU.
Please refer to the NVIDIA® website for details.
2.7.1 Installing Two SLITM-Ready Graphics Cards
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.
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Step 2
If required, connect the auxiliary power
source to the PCI Express graphics cards.
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SLI_Bridge_2S Card
ASRock SLI_Bridge_2S Card
Step 3
Align and insert the ASRock SLI_
Bridge_2S Card to the goldngers on each
graphics card. Make sure the ASRock SLI_
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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2.7.2 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 utility.
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® system 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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2.8 CrossFireXTM , 3-Way CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM
Operation Guide
is motherboard supports CrossFireXTM, 3-way CrossFireXTM and Quad
CrossFireXTM that allows you to install up to three identical PCI Express x16
graphics cards.
1. You should only use ide ntical CrossFireXTM-ready g raphics cards that are AM D
certied.
2. Make sure that your g raphics card driver supports AMD CrossFireXTM 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 th e minimum
power your syste m require s. It is recommended to use a AMD certied 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. Dierent CrossFireXTM cards may require dierent method s to enable CrossFireXTM. Please refer to A MD graphics card manuals for de tailed installation guide.
2.8.1 Installing Two CrossFireXTM-Ready Graphics Cards
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.
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CrossFire Bridge
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
details.)
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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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2.8.2 Installing Three CrossFireXTM-Ready Graphics Cards
Step 1
Insert one graphics card into PCIE2 slot,
another graphics card to PCIE4 slot, and
the other graphics card to PCIE6 slot.
Make sure that the cards are properly
seated on the slots.
Step 2
Use one CrossFire Bridge to connect
CrossFire Bridge
the graphics cards on PCIE2 and PCIE4
slots, and use the other CrossFire Bridge
to connect the graphics cards on PCIE4
and PCIE6 slots. (e CrossFire Bridge
is provided with the graphics card
you purchase, not bundled with this
motherboard. Please refer to your graphics
card vendor for details.)
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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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2.8.3 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. 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® system tray.
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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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2.9 M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Installation Guide
The M.2, also known as the Next Generat ion Form Factor (NGFF), is a small size and
versatile card edge connector that aims to replace mPCIe and mSATA. The Ultra M.2
Socket (M2_1) supports M.2 PCI Express module up to Gen3 x4 (32 Gb/s).
Please be noted that the Ultra M.2 Socket (M2 _1) is shared with the SATA3_0, SATA3_1
and the SATA Express connector (SATA_EXP0). If either one of them is in use, the others
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 insta ll it.
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To improve Windows 7 compatibility, please download and install the following hot
x provided by Microso.
“KB2720599”: http://support.microso.com/ kb/2720599/en-us
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3.2 A-Tuning
A-Tuning is ASRock’s multi purpose soware suite with a new interface, more new
features and improved utilities.
3.2.1 Installing A-Tuning
A-Tuning can be downloaded from ASRock Live Update & APP Shop. Aer the
installation, you will nd the icon “A-Tuning“ on your desktop. Double-click the “A-
Tuning“ icon, F-Stream main menu will pop up.
3.2.2 Using A-Tuning
ere are six sections in A-Tuning main menu: Operation Mode, OC Tweaker,
System Info, FAN-Tastic Tuning, Tech Service and Settings.
Operation Mode
Choose an operation mode for your computer.
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OC Tweaker
Congurations for overclocking the system.
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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.
Tech Service
Contact Tech Service if you have problems with your computer. Please leave your
contact information along with details of the problem.
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Settings
Congure ASRock A-Tuning. Click to select "Auto run at Windows Startup" if you
want A-Tuning 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 quick ly and
easily insta ll various apps and support utilities, such as USB Key, XFast LAN, XFast
RAM and more. With ASRock APP Shop, you can optimize your system and keep
your motherboard up to date simply with a few clicks.
Double-click
utility.
*You need to be connected to the Internet to download apps f rom the ASRock Live Update & APP Shop.
on your desktop to access ASRock Live Update & APP Shop
3.3.1 UI Overview
Category Panel
Information Panel
Category Panel: e category panel contains several category tabs or buttons that
when selected the information panel below displays the relative information.
Hot News
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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.
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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.
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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 Enabling USB Ports for Windows® 7 Installation
Intel® Braswell and Skylake has removed their support for the Enhanced Host
Controller Interface (EHCI – USB2.0) and only kept the eXtensible Host Controller
Interface (XHCI – USB3.0). Due to that fact that XHCI is not included in the
Windows 7 inbox drivers, users may nd it dicult to install Windows 7 operating
system because the USB ports on their motherboard won’t work. In order for the
USB ports to function properly, please create a Windows® 7 installation disk with
the Intel® USB 3.0 eXtensible Host Controller (xHCI) drivers packed into the ISO
le.
Requirements
A Windows® 7 installation disk or USB drive
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USB 3.0 drivers (included in the ASRock Support CD or website)
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A Windows® PC
•
Win7 USB Patcher (included in the ASRock Support CD or website)
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Scenarios
You have an ODD and PS/2 ports:
If there is an optical disc drive, PS/2 ports and PS/2 Keyboard or mouse on your computer,
you can skip the instructions below and go ahead to install Windows® 7 OS.
You only have an ODD (For Intel Skylake platforms only):
If there is an optical disc drive but no PS/2 ports on your computer, please enable the “PS/2
Simulator” option in UEFI SETUP UTILITY > Advanced > USB Conguration, which
allows the USB port to function as a PS/2 port, and then you can install the Windows® 7
OS. Please set PS/S Simulator back to disabled aer the installation.
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You’ve got nothing:
If you do not have an optical disc drive, please nd another computer and follow the
instructions below to create a new ISO le with the “Win7 USB Patcher”. en use the new
patched Windows® 7 installation USB drive to install Windows® 7 OS.
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Instructions
Step 1
Insert the Windows® 7 installation disk or USB drive to your system.
Step 2
Extract the tool (Win7 USB Patcher) and launch it.
Step 3
Select the “Win7 Folder” from Step1 by clicking the red circle as shown as the picture
below.
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Select the “USB Driver Folder” by clicking the red circle as shown as the picture below.
If you are using ASRock’s Support CD for the USB 3.0 driver, please select your CD-ROM.
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Step 5
Select where to save the ISO le by pressing the red circle as shown as the picture below.
Step 6
If you want to burn the patched image to a CD, please check “Burn Image” and select “Target
Device to Burn”. If not, the patched ISO image will be exported to the destination selected
in Step5. en Press “Start” to proceed.
Step 7
Now you are able to install Windows® 7 on Braswell or Skylake with the new burned CD.
Or please use the patched ISO image to make an OS USB drive to install the OS.
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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, other wise, 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 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
Boot
Security
Exit
For setting system time/date information
For overclocking congurations
For advanced system congurations
Useful tools
Displays current hardware status
For conguring boot settings and boot priority
For security settings
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>
<F5>
<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
Add / Remove Favorite
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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Favorite
Display your collection of BIOS items. Press F5 to add/remove your favorite items.
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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 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.
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Advanced Turbo
You can use this option to increase your system performance. is option appears only
when your CPU supports this function. is option appears only when you adopt K-Series
CPU.
Load Optimized CPU OC Setting
You can use this option to load optimized CPU overclocking setting. Please note that
overclocking may cause damage to your CPU and motherboard. It should be done at your
own risk and expense.
Load Optimized GPU OC Setting
You can use this option to load optimized GPU overclocking setting. Please note that
overclocking may cause damage to your GPU and motherboard. It should be done at your
own risk and expense. is option appears only when you adopt K-Series CPU.
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CPU Conguration
Multi Core Enhancement
Improve the system's performance by forcing the CPU to perform the highest
frequency on all CPU cores simultaneously. Disable to reduce power consumption .
CPU Ratio
e CPU speed is determined by the CPU Ratio multiplied with the BCLK.
Increasing the CPU Ratio will increase the internal CPU clock speed without
aecting the clock speed of other components.
CPU Cache Ratio
e CPU Interna l Bus Speed Ratio. e maximum should be the same as the CPU
Ratio.
Minimum CPU Cache Ratio
Set the minimum CPU Internal Bus Speed Ratio.
BCLK Frequency
e CPU speed is determined by the CPU Ratio multiplied with the BCLK.
Increasing the BCLK will increase the internal CPU clock speed but also aect the
clock speed of other components.
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BCLK Step
Congure the BCLK Step Value.
BCLK Reset Range
Congure the BCLK Reset Range.
Spread Spectrum
Enable Spread Spectrum to reduce electromagnetic interference for passing EMI
tests. Disable to achieve higher clock speeds when overclocking.
CPU Amplitude
Congure the CPU Amplitude.
Boot Performance Mode
Select the performance state that the BIOS will set before OS hando.
Reliability Stress Restrictor
Disable or Enable Reliability Stress Restrictor feature.
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FCLK Frequency
Congure the FCLK Frequency.
Intel SpeedStep Technology
Intel SpeedStep technology allows processors to switch between multiple frequen-
cies and voltage points for better power saving and heat dissipation.
Intel Turbo Boost Technology
Intel Turbo Boost Technology enables the processor to run above its base operating
frequency when the operating system requests the highest performance state.
Long Duration Power Limit
Congure Package Power Limit 1 in watts. When the limit is exceeded, the CPU
ratio will be lowered aer a period of time. A lower limit can protect the CPU and
save power, while a higher limit may improve performance.
Long Duration Maintained
Congure the period of time until the CPU ratio is lowered when the Long
Duration Power Limit is exceeded.
Short Duration Power Limit
Congure Package Power Limit 2 in watts. When the limit is exceeded, the CPU
ratio will be lowered immediately. A lower limit can protect the CPU and save
power, while a higher limit may improve performance.
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System Agent Current Limit
Congure the current limit of the system agent. A lower limit can protect the CPU
and save power, while a higher limit may improve performance.
CPU Core Current Limit
Congure the current limit of the CPU core. A lower limit can protect the CPU and
save power, while a higher limit may improve performance.
GT Slice Current Limit
Congure the current limit of the GT slice. A lower limit can protect the CPU and
save power, while a higher limit may improve performance.
GT Slice Frequency
Congure the frequency of the integrated Slice GPU.
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DRAM Conguration
DRAM Tweaker
Fine tune the DRAM settings by leaving marks in checkboxes. Click OK to conrm and
apply your new settings.
DRAM Timing Conguration
Load XMP Setting
Load XMP settings to overclock the memory and perform beyond standard specications.
DRAM Reference Clock
Select Auto for optimized settings.
DRAM Frequency
If [Auto] is selected, the motherboard will detect the memory module(s) inserted
and assign the appropriate frequency automatically.
DRAM Frequency OC Preset
If the DRAM frequency is selected, the corresponding DRAM and BCLK frequency for
overclocking will be set.
Primary Timing
CAS# Latency (tCL)
e time between sending a column address to the memory and the beginning of the data
in response.
RAS# to CAS# Delay and Row Precharge (tRCDtRP) O
RAS# to CAS# Delay : e number of clock cycles required between the opening of
a row of memory and accessing columns within it.
Row Precharge: e number of clock cycles required between the issuing of the
precharge command and opening the next row.
RAS# Active Time (tRAS)
e number of clock cycles required between a bank active command and issuing the
precharge command.
Command Rate (CR)
e delay between when a memor y chip is selected and when the rst active command can
be issued.
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Secondary Timing
Write Recovery Time (tWR)
e amount of delay that must elapse aer the completion of a valid write operation,
before an active bank can be precharged.
Refresh Cycle Time (tRFC)
e number of clocks from a Refresh command until the rst Activate command to
the same rank.
RAS to RAS Delay (tRRD_L)
e number of clocks between two rows activated in dierent banks of the same
rank.
RAS to RAS Delay (tRRD_S)
e number of clocks between two rows activated in dierent banks of the same
rank.
Write to Read Delay (tWTR_L)
e number of clocks between the last valid write operation and the next read command to
the same interna l bank.
Write to Read Delay (tWTR_S)
e number of clocks between the last valid write operation and the next read command to
the same interna l bank.
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Read to Precharge (tRTP)
e number of clocks that are inserted between a read command to a row pre-
charge command to the same rank.
Four Activate Window (tFAW)
e time window in which four activates are allowed the same rank.
CAS Write Latency (tCWL)
Congure CAS Write Latency.
Third Timing
tREFI
Congure refresh cycles at an average periodic interval.
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tCKE
Congure the period of time the DDR4 initiates a minimum of one refresh
command internally once it enters Self-Refresh mode.
tRDRD_sg
Congure between module read to read delay.
tRDRD_dg
Congure between module read to read delay.
tRDRD_dr
Congure between module read to read delay.
tRDRD_dd
Congure between module read to read delay.
tRDWR_sg
Congure between module read to write delay.
tRDWR_dg
Congure between module read to write delay.
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tRDWR_dr
Congure between module read to write delay.
tRDWR_dd
Congure between module read to write delay.
tWRRD_sg
Congure between module write to read delay.
tWRRD_dg
Congure between module write to read delay.
tWRRD_dr
Congure between module write to read delay.
tWRRD_dd
Congure between module write to read delay.
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tWRWR_sg
Congure between module write to write delay.
tWRWR_dg
Congure between module write to write delay.
tWRWR_dr
Congure between module write to write delay.
tWRWR_dd
Congure between module write to write delay.
RTL (CH A)
Congure round trip latency for channel A.
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Congure round trip latency for channel B.
IO-L (CH A)
Congure IO latency for channel A.
IO-L (CH B)
Congure IO latency for channel B.
Fourth Timing
twRPRE
Congure twR PRE.
Write_Early_ODT
Congure Write_Early_ODT.
tAONPD
Congure tAONPD.
tXP
Congure tXP.
tXPDLL
Congure tXPDLL.
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tPRPDEN
Congure tPRPDEN.
tRDPDEN
Congure tR DPDEN.
twRPDEN
Congure twR PDEN.
OREF_RI
Congure OREF_RI.
tREFIx9
Congure tR EFIx9.
txSDLL
Congure txSDLL.
txs_oset
Congure txs_oset.
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Congure tZQOPER.
tMOD
Congure tMOD.
ZQCS_period
Congure ZQCS_period.
tZQCS
Congure tZQCS.
Advanced Setting
ODT WR (CH A)
Congure the memory on die termination resistors' WR for channel A.
ODT WR (CH B)
Congure the memory on die termination resistors' WR for channel B.
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ODT PARK (CH A)
Congure the memory on die termination resistors' PARK for channel A.
ODT PARK (CH B)
Congure the memory on die termination resistors' PARK for channel B.
ODT NOM (CH A)
Use this to change ODT (CH A) Auto/Manual settings. e default is [Auto].
ODT NOM (CH B)
Use this to change ODT (CH B) Auto/Manual settings. e default is [Auto].
MRC Fast Boot
Enable Memory Fast Boot to skip DRAM memory training for booting faster.
Voltage Conguration
CPU Vcore Voltage
Congure the voltage for the CPU Vcore.
SET OV
is funtion allows override of normal operation to overvoltage of 2.455.
DRAM Voltage
Use this to congure DRAM Voltage. e default value is [Auto].
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DRAM Activating Power Supply
Congure the voltage for the DRAM Activating Power Supply.
PCH +1.0 Voltage
Congure the chipset voltage (1.0V).
VCCIO Voltage
Congure the voltage for the VCCIO.
VCC PLL Voltage
Congure the chipset voltage (1.50V).
VCCSA Voltage
Congure the voltage for the VCCSA.
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Save User Default
Type a prole name and press enter to save your settings as user default.
Load User Default
Load previously saved user defaults.
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4.4 Advanced Screen
In this section, you may set the congurations for the following items: CPU
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
Intel Hyper Threading Technology
Intel Hyper reading Technology allows multiple threads to run on each core, so
that the overall performance on threaded soware is improved.
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Active Processor Cores
Select the number of cores to enable in each processor package.
CPU C States Support
Enable CPU C States Support for power saving. It is recommended to keep C3, C6
and C7 all enabled for better power saving.
Enhanced Halt State (C1E)
Enable Enhanced Halt State (C1E) for lower power consumption.
Package C State Support
Enable CPU, PCIe, Memory, Graphics C State Support for power saving.
CPU Thermal Throttling
Enable CPU internal thermal control mechanisms to keep the CPU from overheat-
ing.
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No-Execute Memory Protection
Processors with No-Execution Memory Protection Technology may prevent certain
classes of malicious buer overow attacks.
Intel Virtualization Technology
Intel Virtualization Technology allows a platform to run multiple operating systems
and applications in independent partitions, so that one computer system can
function as multiple virtual systems.
Hardware Prefetcher
Automatically prefetch data and code for the processor. Enable for better
performance.
Adjacent Cache Line Prefetch
Automatically prefetch the subsequent cache line while retrieving the currently
requested cache line. Enable for better performance.
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4.4.2 Chipset Conguration
Primary Graphics Adapter
Select a primary VGA.
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VT-d
Intel® Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O helps your virtual machine
monitor better utilize hardware by improving application compatibility and
reliability, and providing additional levels of manageability, security, isolation, and
I/O performance.
PCIE2 Link Speed
Select the link speed for PCIE2.
PCIE4 Link Speed
Select the link speed for PCIE4.
PCIE6 Link Speed
Select the link speed for PCIE6.
PCIE ASPM Support
is option enables/disables the ASPM support for all CPU downstream devices.
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PCH PCIE ASPM Support
is option enables/disables the ASPM support for all PCH PCIE devices.
DMI ASPM Support
is option enables/disables the control of ASPM on CPU side of the DMI Link.
PCH DMI ASPM Support
is option enables/disables the ASPM support for all PCH DMI devices.
Share Memory
Congure the size of memory that is allocated to the integrated graphics processor when
the system boots up.
IGPU Multi-Monitor
Select disable to disable the integrated graphics when an external graphics card is installed.
Select enable to keep the integrated graphics enabled at all times.
Render Standby
Power down the render unit when the GPU is idle for lower power consumption.
Inte(R) Ethernet Connection I219-V
Enable or disable the onboard network interface controller (Intel® I219V).
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.
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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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Good Night LED
By enabling Good Night LED, the Power/HDD LEDs will be switched o when the
system is on. It will also automatically switch o the Power and Keyboard LEDs
when the system enters into Standby/Hibernation mode.
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4.4.3 Storage Conguration
SATA Controller(s)
Enable/disable the SATA controllers.
SATA Mode Selection
AHCI: Supports new features that improve performance.
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RAID: Combine multiple disk drives into a logical unit.
AHCI (Advanc ed Host Controll er Interface) supports NCQ and other new feature s
that will improve SATA disk per formance but IDE mode does not have these advantages.
SATA Aggressive Link Power Management
SATA Aggressive Link Power Management allows SATA devices to enter a low
power state during periods of inactivity to save power. It is only supported by AHCI
mode.
Hard Disk S.M.A.R.T.
S.M.A.R.T stands for Self-Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technolog y. It is a
monitoring system for computer hard disk drives to detect and report on various
indicators of reliability.
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M2_1/SATA3_0_1, SATA_EXP0 Switch
Auto: M2_1/SATA3_0_1, SATA_EXP0 auto switch.
Force_SATA: Switch to SATA3_0_1, SATA_EXP0.
Force_M2 _1: Switch to M2_1.
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4.4.4 Intel® Thunderbolt™ 2
Intel(R) Thunderbolt Technonogy
Enable/Disable the Intel(R) underbolt function.
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4.4.5 Super IO Conguration
PS2 Y-Cable
Enable the PS2 Y-Cable or set this option to Auto.
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4.4.6 ACPI Conguration
Suspend to RAM
Select disable for ACPI suspend type S1. It is recommended to select auto for ACPI
S3 power saving.
ACPI HEPT Table
Enable the High Precision Event Timer for better performance.
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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 rea l time clock alarm. Set it to By OS to let
it be handled by your operating system.
USB Keyboard/Remote Power On
Allow the system to be waked up by an USB keyboard or remote controller.
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USB Mouse Power On
Allow the system to be waked up by an USB mouse.
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4.4.7 USB Conguration
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.
Port 60/64 Emulation
Enable the support of I/O port 60h/64h emulation. is should be enabled for the
complete USB keyboard legacy support for non-USB aware OS.
*Enable this option if you install Windows 7.
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Third Party USB 3.1 Controller
Enable or disable all of the USB 3.1 ports controlled by ird Party chips.
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4.4.8 Trusted Computing
Security Device Support
Enable or disable BIOS support for security device.
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4.5 Tools
System Browser
ASRock System Browser shows the overview of your current PC and the devices
connected.
OMG (Online Management Guard)
Administrators are able to establish an internet curfew or restrict internet access
at specied times via OMG. You may schedule the starting and ending hours of
internet access granted to other users. In order to prevent users from bypassing
OMG, guest accounts without permission to modify the system time are required.
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UEFI Tech Service
Contact ASRock Tech Service if you are having trouble with your PC. Please setup
network conguration before using UEFI Tech Service.
Easy RAID Installer
Easy R AID Installer helps you to copy the R AID 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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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.
Boot Manager
Boot Manager is specically designed for the dual OS platform/multi-OS platform
users to easily customize and manage the boot menu.
*Please connect more than one boot devices to use this tool.
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Boot Manager
Enable/disable the Boot Manager.
Boot Manager Timeout
Enable/disable the Boot Manager Timeout.
Timeout Seconds
Congure the number of seconds to wait for the Boot Manager.
Dehumidier Function
If Dehumidier Function is enabled, the computer will power on automatically to
dehumidify the system aer entering S4/S5 state.
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Dehumidier Period
Congure the period of time until the computer powers on and enables
Dehumidier aer entering S4/S5 state.
Dehumidier Duration
Congure the duration of the dehumidifying process before it returns to S4/S5
state.
Dehumidier CPU Fan Setting
Congure the speed of the CPU fan while Dehumidier is enabled. e higher the
value, the faster the fan speed.
Max: 255
Min: 1
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.
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Network Conguration
Use this to congure internet connection settings for Internet Flash.
Internet Setting
Enable or disable sound eects in the setup utility.
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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.
Fan-Tastic Tuning
Select a fan mode for CPU Fans 1&2, or choose Customize to set 5 CPU
temperatures and assign a respective fan speed for each temperature.
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CPU Fan 1 Setting
Select a fan mode for CPU Fans 1, or choose Customize to set 5 CPU temperatures
and assign a respective fan speed for each temperature.
CPU Fan 2 Setting
Select a fan mode for CPU Fans 2, or choose Customize to set 5 CPU temperatures
and assign a respective fan speed for each temperature.
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.
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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.
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
Use this item to enable or disable support for Windows 8.1 Secure Boot.
Intel(R) Platform Trust Technology
Enable/disable Intel PTT in ME. Disable this option to use discrete TPM Module.
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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. Ultra Fast mode is only supported by Windows 8.1
and the VBIOS must support UEFI GOP if you are using an external graphics card.
Please notice that Ultra Fast mode will boot so fast that the only way to enter this
UEFI Setup Utility is to Clear CMOS or run the Restart to UEFI utility in Windows.
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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.
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Full Screen Logo
Enable to display the boot logo or disable to show normal POST messages.
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.
Boot Failure Guard
If the computer fails to boot for a number of times the system automatically restores
the default settings.
Boot Failure Guard Count
Congure the number of attempts to boot until the system automatically restores
the default settings.
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CSM (Compatibility Support Module)
CSM
Enable to launch the Compatibility Support Module. Please do not disable unless
you’re running a WHCK test. If you are using Windows 8.1 64-bit and all of your
devices support UEFI, you may also disable CSM for faster boot speed.
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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 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.
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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
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
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U.S.A.
Phone: +1-909-590-8308
Fax: +1-909-590-1026
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