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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 9
2.1 Installing the CPU 10
2.2 Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink 13
2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) 14
2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI Express Slots) 16
2.5 Jumpers Setup 17
2.6 Onboard Headers and Connectors 18
2.7 Post Status Checker 23
2.8 CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM Operation Guide 24
2.8.1 Installing Two CrossFireXTM-Ready Graphics Cards 24
ank you for purchasing ASRock Z390 Phantom Gaming 4S 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 http://www.asrock.com.
1.1 Package Contents
ASRock Z390 Phantom Gaming 4S Motherboard (ATX Form Factor)
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
Z390
DDR 4_A2 (6 4 bit, 28 8-pin m odule )
DDR 4_A1 (6 4 bit, 28 8-pin m odule )
DDR 4_B2 (6 4 bit, 28 8-pin m odule )
DDR 4_B1 (6 4 bit, 28 8-pin m odule )
ATX12V1
USB 3.2 G en1
T: USB3_ 1
B: USB 3_2
ATXP WR 1
PCIE1
Top:
RJ-45
USB 2.0
T: USB_1
B: USB_2
PCIE3
HDLED RESET
PLED PWRBTN
PANEL1
1
USB_3_4
1
1
SPK_PLED1
COM1
1
1
HD_AUDIO1
RoHS
9
12
15
16
1
Ultra M.2
PCIe Gen3 x4
P 2
Mouse
CMOS
Battery
PCIE2
30
11
7
USB3_ 5_6
1
M2_ 1
C 4
C 3
C 2
C 5
8
Top:
LINE I N
Cent er:
FRON T
Bott om:
MIC IN
SATA3_5
SATA3_4
SATA3_0
SATA3_1
SATA3_3
SATA3_2
CLRMOS1
1
USB_5
1
M2_ 2
M2_2_CT1
HDM I1
T B1
1
2
PCIE5
T
T
T
T
AUDIO
CODEC
LAN
SUPER
I/O
USB3_7_8
1
10
17
19
20
21
23
24
29
25
28
5
4
CHA_FAN2/WP
CHA_FAN3/WP
CHA_FAN1/WP
CPU_FAN1
6
RGB_LED2
1
RGB_LED1
1
ADDR_LED1
1
26
27
P 2
Keybo ard
S
S
USB 3.2 Gen1
T: USB3_3
B: USB3_4
PCIE4
CPU_FAN2
3
1
11
SPI_TPM_J1
BIOS
ROM
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C 1
T
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CPU
DRAM
VGA
BOOT
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No. Description
1ATX 12V Power Connector (ATX12V1)
2Chassis/Water Pump Fan Connector (CHA_FAN2/WP)
3CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN2)
4CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1)
52 x 288-pin DDR4 DIMM Slots (DDR4_A1, DDR4_B1)
62 x 288-pin DDR4 DIMM Slots (DDR4_A2, DDR4_B2)
7ATX Power Connector (ATXPWR1)
8USB 3.2 Gen1 Header (USB3_ 5_6)
9SATA3 Connector (SATA3_1)
10 SATA3 Connector (SATA3_0)
11 SATA3 Connector (SATA3_2)
12 SATA3 Connector (SATA3_3)
13 Post Status Checker (PSC)
14 SPI TPM Header (SPI_TPM_J1)
15 System Panel Header (PANEL1)
16 SATA 3 C on nector (SATA3_4)
17 SATA3 Connector (SATA3_5)
18 Power LED and Speaker Header (SPK_PLED1)
19 Chassis/Water Pump Fan Connector (CHA_FAN3/WP)
20 Chassis/Water Pump Fan Connector (CHA_FAN1/WP)
21 Clear CMOS Jumper (CLR MOS1)
22 USB 3.2 Gen1 Header (USB3_7_8)
23 USB 2.0 Header (USB_3_4)
24 USB 2.0 Header (USB_5)
25 RGB LED Header (RGB_LED2)
26 RGB LED Header (RGB_LED1)
27 Addressable LED Header (ADDR_LED1)
28 COM Port Header (COM1)
29 Front Panel Audio Header (HD_AUDIO1)
30 underbolt AIC Connector (TB1)
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1.4 I/O Panel
1
3
2
4
11
10
8
79
6
No. DescriptionNo. Description
1PS/2 Mouse Port7USB 3.2 Gen1 Ports (USB3_3_4)
2LAN RJ-45 Port* 8HDMI Port
3Line In (Light Blue)9USB 3.2 Gen1 Ports (USB3_1_2)
4Front Speaker (Lime)10PS/2 Keyboard Port
5Microphone (Pink)11Antenna Bracket
6USB 2.0 Ports (USB_1_2)
* ere are two LEDs on each LAN port. Please refer to the table below for the LAN port LED indications .
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
•
components. Failure to do so may cause physical injuries and damages to motherboard
components.
In order to avoid damage from static electricity to the motherboard’s components,
•
NEVER place your motherboard directly on a carpet. Also remember to use a grounded
wrist strap or touch a safety grounded object before you handle the components.
Hold components by the edges and do not touch the ICs.
•
Whenever you uninstall any components, place them on a grounded anti-static pad or
•
in the bag that comes with the components.
When placing screws to secure the motherboard to the chassis, please do not over-
•
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 socke t, please check if the PnP cap
is on the socket, if the CPU sur face is unclean, or if th ere are any bent 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.
1
2
A
B
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4
5
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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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FAN
CPU_
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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 identical (the same
brand, speed , size and chip-type) DDR4 DIMM pairs.
2. It is unable to activate Dual Channel Memor y Te chnology 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.
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
3
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2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI Express Slots)
ere are 5 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 x16 slot) is used for PCI Express x16 lane width graphics cards.
PCIE2 (PCIe 3.0 x1 slot) is used for PCI Express x1 lane width cards.
PCIE3 (PCIe 3.0 x16 slot) is used for PCI Express x4 lane width graphics cards.
PCIE4 (PCIe 3.0 x1 slot) is used for PCI Express x1 lane width cards.
PCIE5 (PCIe 3.0 x1 slot) is used for PCI Express x1 lane width cards.
PCIe Slot Congurations
PCIE1PCIE3
Single Graphics Cardx16N/A
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Two Graphics Cards in
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/WP, CHA_ FAN2/WP or CHA_ FAN3/WP) when
using multiple graphics cards.
x16x4
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2.5 Jumpers Setup
e illustration shows how jumpers are setup. When the jumper cap is placed on
the pins, the jumper is “Short”. If no jumper cap is placed on the pins, the jumper is
“O pen”.
Clear CMOS Jumper
(CLRMO S1)
(see p.6, No. 21)
CLRMOS1 allows you to clear the data in CMOS. e data in CMOS includes
system setup information such as system password, date, time, and system setup
parameters. To clear and reset the system parameters to default setup, please turn
o the computer and unplug the power cord, then use a jumper cap to short the
pins on CLR MOS1 for 3 seconds. Please remember to remove the jumper cap aer
clearing the CMOS. 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.
2-pin Jumper
Short: Clear CMOS
Open: Default
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2.6 Onboard Headers and Connectors
Onboard headers and connectors are NOT jumpers. Do NOT place jumper caps over
these header s and connectors. Placing jumper caps over the headers and connectors
will cause permanent damage to the motherboard.
System Panel Header
(9-pi n PANEL1)
(see p.6, No. 15)
PWRBTN (Power Button):
Connec t to the power button on the chassi s front panel. You may congure the way to
turn o your system using the power button.
RESET (Reset Button):
Connec t to the reset button on the chassi s front panel. Press the reset button to
restar t the computer if the computer freezes and fails to perform a nor mal 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 button , reset button, power LED, hard dr ive activity LED, speaker 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.
1
PLED+
PLED-
HDLED-
HDLED+
PWRBTN#
GND
RESET#
GND
GND
Connect the power
button, reset button and
system status indicator on
the chassis to this header
according to the pin
assignments below. Note
the positive and negative
pins before connecting
the cables.
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PLED-
SPEAKER
Power LED and Speaker
Header
(7-pin SPK_PLED1)
(see p.6, No. 18)
Serial ATA3 Connectors
(SATA3_0:
see p.6, No. 10)
(SATA3_1:
see p.6, No. 9)
(SATA3_ 2:
see p.6, No. 11)
(SATA3_ 3:
see p.6, No. 12)
(SATA3_4:
see p.6, No. 16)
(SATA3_ 5:
see p.6, No. 17)
USB 2.0 Headers
(9-pin USB_3_4)
(see p.6, No. 23)
DUMMY
+5V
1
SATA3_0
SATA3_5
USB_PWR
1
USB_PWR
DUMMY
PLED+
PLED+
P-
P+
P+
P-
SATA3_4
GND
DUMMY
GND
Please connect the
chassis power LED and
the chassis speaker to this
header.
ese six SATA3
connectors support SATA
data cables for internal
SATA3_1SATA3_3SATA3_2
storage devices with up to
6.0 Gb/s data transfer rate.
* If M2_1 is occupied by
a SATA-type M.2 device,
SATA3_1 will be disabled.
ere are two USB
2.0 headers on this
motherboard.
(4-pin USB_5)
(see p.6, No. 24)
1
USB_PWR
GND
P+
P-
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USB 3.2 Gen1 Headers
4 3 2 1
(19-pin USB3_5_6)
(see p.6, No. 8)
(19-pin USB3_7_8)
(see p.6, No. 22)
Front Panel Audio Header
(9-pin HD_ AUDIO1)
(see p.6, No. 29)
1. High De nition Audio sup ports Jack Sen sing, but the pan el 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 header by
the steps below:
A. Connect Mic_IN (MIC) to MIC2_ L.
B. Conne ct Audio_R (RIN) to OUT2_R and Audio_ L (LIN) to OUT2_ L.
C. Connect Ground (GND) to Ground (GND).
D. MIC_ RET and OUT_RET are for the HD audio panel only. You don’t need to
connec t them for the AC’97 audio panel.
E. To activate the front mic, go to the “FrontMic” Tab in the Realtek Control panel
and adjust “Recording Volume”.
Vbus
IntA_PA_SSRX-
IntA_PA_SSRX+
IntA_PA_SSTX-
IntA_PA_SSTX+
IntA_PA_D-
IntA_PA_D+
IntA_PA_D+
IntA_PA_D-
GND
1
Dummy
IntA_PB_D+
IntA_PB_D-
GND
1
MIC2_L
GND
GND
IntA_PA_SSTX+
IntA_PA_SSTX-
GND
IntA_PB_SSTX+
PRESENCE#
MIC_RET
OUT2_R
MIC2_R
VbusVbus
IntA_PB_SSRX-
IntA_PB_SSRX+
GND
IntA_PB_SSTX-
IntA_PB_SSTX+
GND
IntA_PB_D-
IntA_PB_D+
Dummy
1
IntA_PA_SSRX+
IntA_PA_SSRX-
GND
IntA_PB_SSTX-
GND
IntA_PB_SSRX+
OUT_RET
OUT2_L
J_SENSE
ere are two headers on
this motherboard. Each
USB 3.2 Gen1 header can
support two ports.
Vbus
IntA_PB_SSRX-
VbusVbus
is header is for
connecting audio devices
to the front audio panel.
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Chassis/Water Pump Fan
Connectors
(4-pin CHA_FAN1/WP)
(see p.6, No. 20)
(4-pin CHA_FAN2/WP)
(see p.6, No. 2)
(4-pin CHA_FAN3/WP)
(see p.6, No. 19)
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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FAN_VOLTAGE
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5
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CPU Fan Connectors
(4-pin CPU_FAN1)
(see p.6, No. 4)
(4-pin CPU_FAN2)
(see p.6, No. 3)
ATX Power Connector
(24-p i n ATX PWR1)
(see p.6, No. 7)
ATX 12V Power
Connector
(8-pin ATX12V1)
(see p.6, No. 1)
Serial Port Header
(9-p in CO M1)
(see p.6, No. 28)
GND
1 2 3 4
CPU_FAN_SPEED
4
1
FAN_SPEED_CONTROL
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1
1
RRXD1
DDTR#1
DDSR#1
CCTS#1
RRI#1
RRTS#1
GND
TTXD1
DDCD#1
is motherboard pro-
vides two 4-Pin CPU fan
(Quiet Fan) connectors.
If you plan to connect a
3-Pin CPU fan, please
connect it to Pin 1-3.
is motherboard pro-
vides a 24-pin ATX power
connector. To use a 20-pin
ATX power supply, please
plug it along Pin 1 and Pin
13.
is motherboard 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.
is COM1 header
supports a serial port
module.
SPI TPM Header
(13 -pi n SPI_T PM _J1)
(see p.6, No. 14)
1
+3.3V
SPI_CS0
SPI_DQ2
Dummy
CLK
RSMRST#
SPI_MISO
SPI_MOSI
RST#
TPM_PIRQ
SPI_TPM_CS#
GND
is connector supports SPI
Trusted Platform Module (TPM)
system, which can securely
store keys, digital certicates,
passwords, and data. A TPM
system also helps enhance
network securit y, protects digital
identities, and ensures platform
integrity.
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underbolt AIC
Connector
(5-pin TB1)
(see p.6, No. 30)
1
Please connect a underbolt™
add-in card (AIC) to this
connector via the GPIO cable.
*Please install the underbolt™
AIC card to PCIE3 (default slot).
RGB LED Headers
(4-p i n RGB_ LED1)
(see p.6, No. 26)
(4-pi n RGB _LED2)
(see p.6, No. 25)
Addressable LED Header
(3-pin A DDR _LED1)
(see p.6, No. 27)
1
12V GRB
1
DO_ADDR
VOUT
GND
RGB LED header is used to
connect RGB LED extension
cable which allows users to
choose from various LED light-
ing eects.
Caution: Never install the RGB
LED cable in the wrong orienta-
tion; otherwise, the cable may
be damaged.
*Please refer to page 44 for for
further instructions on this
header.
is header is used to connect
Addressable
LED extension cable
which allows users to choose
from various LED lighting
eects.
Caution: Never install the
Addressable LED cable in the
wrong orientation; otherwise,
the cable may be damaged.
*Please refer to page 45 for
further instructions on this
header.
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2.7 Post Status Checker
Post Status Checker (PSC) diagnoses the computer when users power on the
machine. It emits a red light to indicate whether the CPU, memory, VGA or stor-
age is dysfunctional. e lights go o if the four mentioned above are functioning
normally.
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2.8 CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM Operation Guide
is motherboard supports CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM that allows you
to install up to three identical PCI Express x16 graphics cards.
1. You should only use identical 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 PCIE1 slot
and the other graphics card to PCIE3 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
deta ils .)
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Connect a VGA cable or a DVI cable to the
monitor connector or the DVI connec-
tor of the graphics card that is inserted to
PCIE1 slot.
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2.8.2 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. 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
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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3.2 Phantom Gaming Tuning
Phantom Gaming Tuning is ASRock ’s multi purpose soware suite with a new
interface, more new features and improved utilities.
3.2.1 Installing Phantom Gaming Tuning
Phantom Gaming Tuning can be downloaded from ASRock Live Update & APP
Shop. Aer the installation, you will nd the icon “Phantom Gaming Tuning“ on
your desktop. Double-click the “Phantom Gaming Tuning“ icon, Phantom
Gaming Tuning main menu will pop up.
3.2.2 Using Phantom Gaming Tuning
ere are ve sections in Phantom Gaming Tuning 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 Phantom Gaming Tuning. Click to select "Auto run at Windows
Startup" if you want Phantom Gaming 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. With ASRock Live Update & APP
Shop, you can optimize your system and keep your motherboard up to date simply
with a few clicks.
Double-click on your desktop to access ASRock Live Update & APP Shop
utility.
*You need to be connected to the Internet to download apps f rom the ASRock Live Update & APP Shop.
3.3.1 UI Overview
Category Panel
Hot News
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Information Panel
Category Panel: e category panel contains several category tabs or buttons that
when selected the information panel below displays the relative information.
Information Panel: e information panel in the center displays data about the
currently selected category and allows users to perform job-related tasks.
Hot News: e hot news section displays the various latest news. Click on the image
to visit the website of the selected news and know more.
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3.3.2 Apps
When the "Apps" tab is selected, you will see all the available apps on screen for you
to download.
Installing an App
Step 1
Find the app you want to install.
e most recommended app appears on the le side of the screen. e other various
apps are shown on the right. Please scroll up and down to see more apps listed.
You can check the price of the app and whether you have already intalled it or not.
- e red icon displays the price or "Free" if the app is free of charge.
- e green "Insta lled" icon means the app is installed on your computer.
Step 2
Click on the app icon to see more details about the selected app.
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Step 3
If you want to install the app, click on the red icon
Step 4
When installation completes, you can nd the green "Installed" icon appears on the
upper right corner.
to start downloading.
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To uninstall it, simply click on the trash can icon .
* e trash icon may not appear for certain apps.
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Upgrading an App
You can only upgrade the apps you have already installed. When there is an
available new version for your app, you will nd the mark of "New Version"
appears below the installed app icon.
Step 1
Click on the app icon to see more details.
Step 2
Click on the yellow icon
to start upgrading.
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3.3.3 BIOS & Drivers
Installing BIOS or Drivers
When the "BIOS & Drivers" tab is selected, you will see a list of recommended or
critical updates for the BIOS or drivers. Please update them all soon.
Step 1
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Please check the item information before update. Click on
Step 2
Click to select one or more items you want to update.
Step 3
Click Update to start the update process.
to see more details.
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3.3.4 Setting
In the "Setting" page, you can change the language, select the server location, and
determine if you want to automatically run the ASRock Live Update & APP Shop
on Windows startup.
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3.4 ASRock Polychrome RGB
ASRock RGB LED is a lighting control utility specically designed for unique individuals with
sophisticated tastes to build their own st ylish 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.
RGB LED Headers (RGB_LED1 / RGB_LED2)
on the
RGB_LED1
1
12V GRB
RGB_LED2
1
Ultra M. 2
PCIe Gen3 x4
RoHS
1. Never install the RGB LED cable in the wrong orientation; otherwise, the cable
may be damaged.
2. Before installing or removing your RGB LED cable, please power o your system
and unplug the powe r cord from the powe r supply. Failure to do so may cause damages to motherboard components.
12V GRB
1
G
V
2
1
B
R
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1. Plea se note that the RGB LED strips do not come with the package.
2. e RGB LED header suppor ts standard 5050 RGB LED str ip (12V/G/R/B), with a
maximum power rating of 3A (12V) and length within 2 meters.
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Connecting the Addressable RGB LED Strip
Connect your
the motherboard.
Addressable RGB LED
Ultra M. 2
PCIe Gen3 x4
strip to the
Addressable LED Header (ADDR_ LED1)
ADDR_LED1
1
GND
DO_ADDR
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1. Never install the RGB LED cable in the wrong orientation; otherwise, the cabl e may be
damaged.
2. Before installing or removing your RGB LED cable, please power o your system and
unplug the power cord from the power supply. Failure to do so may cause damages to
motherboard components.
1. Plea se note that the RGB LED strips do not come with the package.
2. e RGB LED header suppor ts WS2812B addressable RGB LED strip (5V/Data/
GND), with a ma ximum power rating of 3A (5V) and length w ithin 2 meters.
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ASRock Polychrome LED Utility
Now you can adjust the RGB LED color through the ASRock Polychrome LED utility.
Download this utility from the ASRock Live Update & APP Shop and start coloring your
PC style your way!
Drag the tab to customize your
preference.
Toggle on/o the
RGB LED switch
Sync RGB LED 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, 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 descriptions are for reference purpose only, and they may not ex actly match what you
see on your screen .
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4.2 EZ Mode
e EZ Mode screen appears when you enter the BIOS setup program by default. EZ
mode is a dashboard which contains multiple readings of the system’s current status.
You can check the most crucial information of your system, such as CPU speed,
DRAM frequency, SATA information, fan speed, etc.
Press <F6> or click the "Advanced Mode" button at the upper right corner of the
screen to switch to "Advanced Mode" for more options.
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No.Function
Help
1
Load UEFI Defaults
2
Save Changes and Exit
3
Discard Changes
4
Change Language
5
Switch to Advanced Mode
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4.3 Advanced Mode
e Advanced Mode provides more options to congure the BIOS settings. Refer to
the following sections for the detailed congurations.
To access the EZ Mode, press <F6> or click the "EZ Mode" button at the upper right
corner of the screen.
4.3.1 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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4.3.2 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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4.4 Main Screen
When you enter the UEFI SETUP UTILITY, the Main screen will appear and
display the system overview.
My Favorite
Display your collection of BIOS items. Press F5 to add/remove your favorite items.
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4.5 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 descriptions are for reference purpose only, and they may not ex actly match what you
see on your screen .
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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.
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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.
BCLK Spread Spectrum
Enable Spread Spectrum to reduce electromagnetic interference for passing
EMItests. Disable to achieve higher clock speeds when overclocking.
Boot Performance Mode
Default is Max Non-Turbo performance mode. It will keep cpu Flex-ratio till OS
hando. Max Battery mode will set CPU ratio as x8 till OS hando. is option is
suggested for BCLK overclocking.
FCLK Frequency
Congure the FCLK Frequency.
AVX Ratio Oset
AVX Ratio Oset species a negative oset from the CPU Ratio for AVX workloads.
AVX is a more stressful workload that lower the AVX ratio to ensure maximum
possible ratio for SSE workloads.
BCLK Aware Adaptive Voltage
Enable or disable BCLK Aware Adaptive Voltage. When enabled, pcode will be
aware of the BCLK frequency when calculating the CPU V/F curves. is is ideal for
BCLK OC to avoid high voltage overrides.
Ring to Core Ratio Oset
Disable Ring to Core Ratio Oset so the ring and core can run at the same fre-
quency.
CPU Tj Max
Set CPU Tj Max to adjust TCC Target Temperature. Support TjMax in the range of
62 to 115 deg Celsius.
Intel SpeedStep Technology
Intel SpeedStep technology allows processors to switch between multiple frequen-
cies and voltage points for better power saving and heat dissipation.
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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.
Intel Speed Shift Technology
Enable/Disable Intel Speed Shi Technology support. Enabling will expose the
CPPC v2 interface to allow for hardware controlled P-sates.
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.
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.
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GT 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 Frequency
Congure the frequency of the integrated GPU.
DRAM Conguration
DRAM Tweaker
Fine tune the DRAM settings by leaving marks in checkboxes. Click OK to conrm and
apply your new settings.
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DRAM Timing Conguration
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.
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 Clock
Choose a frequency to override to clock delay for memor y training. DRAM Clock
controls memor y training only if ASRock Timing Optimization is disabled.
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)
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.
Secondary Timing
Write Recovery Time (tWR)
e amount of delay that must elapse aer the completion of a valid write operation,
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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.
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.
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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.
tCKE
Congure the period of time the DDR4 initiates a minimum of one refresh
command internally once it enters Self-Refresh mode.
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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.
tRDWR_dr
Congure between module read to write delay.
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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.
tWRWR_sg
Congure between module write to write delay.
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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.
Round Trip Timing
RTL Init Value
Congure round trip latency init value for round trip latency training.
IO-L Init Value
Congure IO latency init value for IO latency traning.
RTL (CH A)
Congure round trip latency for channel A.
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RTL (CH B)
Congure round trip latency for channel B.
IOL (CH A)
Congure IO latency for channel A.
IOL (CH B)
Congure IO latency for channel B.
IOL Oset (CH A)
Congure IO latency oset for channel A.
IOL Oset (CH B)
Congure IO latency oset for channel B.
RFR Delay (CH A)
Congure RFR Delay for Channel A.
RFR Delay (CH B)
Congure RFR Delay for Channel B.
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ODT Setting
ODT WR (A1)
Congure the memory on die termination resistors' WR.
ODT WR (A2)
Congure the memory on die termination resistors' WR.
ODT WR (B1)
Congure the memory on die termination resistors' WR.
ODT WR (B2)
Congure the memory on die termination resistors' WR.
ODT NOM (A1)
Use this to change ODT Auto/Manual settings. e default is [Auto].
ODT NOM (A2)
Use this to change ODT Auto/Manual settings. e default is [Auto].
ODT NOM (B1)
Use this to change ODT Auto/Manual settings. e default is [Auto].
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Use this to change ODT Auto/Manual settings. e default is [Auto].
ODT PARK (A1)
Congure the memory on die termination resistors' PARK.
ODT PARK (A2)
Congure the memory on die termination resistors' PARK.
ODT PARK (B1)
Congure the memory on die termination resistors' PARK.
ODT PARK (B2)
Congure the memory on die termination resistors' PARK.
COMP Setting
RCOMP0: DQ ODT (Read)
Default is 121.
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RCOMP1: DQ /CLK Ron (Drive Strength)
Default is 75.
RCOMP2: CMD /CTL Ron (Drive Strength)
Default is 100.
DQ ODT Driving
Adjust ODT Driving for better signal. Default is 60.
DQ Driving
Adjust DQ Driving for better signal. Default is 26.
Command Driving
Adjust Command Driving for better signal. Default is 20.
Control Driving
Adjust Control Driving for better signal. Default is 20.
Clock Driving
Adjust Clock Driving for better signal. Default is 26.
DQ Slew Rate
Adjust DQ Slew Rate for better signal. Default is 59.
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Command Slew Rate
Adjust Command Slew Rate for better signal. Default is 53 for IN. 89 for 2N.
Control Slew Rate
Adjust Control Slew Rate for better signal. Default is 53.
Clock Slew Rate
Adjust Clock Slew Rate for better signal. Default is 53.
Dll Bandwidth 0
Congure Dll Bandwidth 0 (1067 MHz) to maximize the performance of
intergrated memory controller.
Dll Bandwidth 1
Congure Dll Bandwidth 1 (1333 MHz) to maximize the performance of intergrated
memory controller.
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Dll Bandwidth 2
Congure Dll Bandwidth 2 (1600 MHz) to maximize the performance of intergrated
memory controller.
Dll Bandwidth 3
Congure Dll Bandwidth 3 (1867 MHz) to maximize the performance of intergrated
memory controller.
MRS Setting
MRS tCL
Congure the tCL for Memory MRS MR0.
MRS tWRtRTP
Congure the tWRtRTP for Memory MRS MR0.
MRS tCWL
Congure the tCWL for Memory MRS MR2.
MRS tCCD_L
Congure the tCL for Memory MRS MR6.
Advanced Setting
ASRock Timing Optimization
Enable/Disable ASRock Timing Optimization. When enabled, the memory timing
will use ASRock optimized value.
Realtime Memory Timing
Enable/Disable realtime memory timings. When enabled, the system will allow