Version 1.0
Published July 2018
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Operations in the 5.15-5.35GHz band are restricted to indoor usage only.
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Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction |
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1.1 |
Package Contents |
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1.2 |
Specifications |
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1.3 |
Motherboard Layout |
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1.4 |
I/O Panel |
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WiFi-802.11ac Module and ASRock WiFi 2.4/5 GHz Antenna |
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Chapter 2 Installation |
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Installing the CPU |
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2.2 |
Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink |
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2.3 |
Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) |
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2.4 |
Expansion Slots (PCI Express Slots) |
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2.5 |
Jumpers Setup |
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2.6 |
Onboard Headers and Connectors |
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2.7 |
Smart Switches |
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2.8 |
Dr. Debug |
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2.9 |
SLITM and Quad SLITM Operation Guide |
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2.9.1 |
Installing Two SLITM-Ready Graphics Cards |
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2.9.2 |
Driver Installation and Setup |
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2.10CrossFireXTM , 3-Way CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM
Operation Guide |
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2.10.1 Installing Two CrossFireXTM-Ready Graphics Cards |
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2.10.2 Installing Three CrossFireXTM-Ready Graphics Cards |
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2.10.3 Driver Installation and Setup |
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2.11M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Installation Guide (M2_1 and M2_2) 38
2.12 M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Installation Guide (M2_3) |
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Chapter 3 Software and Utilities Operation |
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Installing Drivers |
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3.2 |
A-Tuning |
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ASRock Live Update & APP Shop |
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3.3.1 |
UI Overview |
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3.3.2 |
Apps |
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3.3.3 |
BIOS & Drivers |
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3.3.4 |
Setting |
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3.4 |
ASRock Polychrome RGB |
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Chapter 4 UEFI SETUP UTILITY |
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Introduction |
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4.2 |
EZ Mode |
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4.3 |
Advanced Mode |
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4.3.1 |
UEFI Menu Bar |
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4.3.2 |
Navigation Keys |
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4.4 |
Main Screen |
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4.5 |
OC Tweaker Screen |
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4.6 |
Advanced Screen |
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4.6.1 |
CPU Configuration |
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4.6.2 |
Chipset Configuration |
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4.6.3 |
Storage Configuration |
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4.6.4 |
Intel® Thunderbolt |
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4.6.5 |
Super IO Configuration |
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4.6.6 |
ACPI Configuration |
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4.6.7 |
USB Configuration |
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4.6.8 |
Trusted Computing |
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4.7 |
Tools |
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4.8 |
Hardware Health Event Monitoring Screen |
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4.9 |
Security Screen |
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4.10 |
Boot Screen |
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4.11 |
Exit Screen |
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Z390 Taichi Ultimate
Chapter 1 Introduction
Thank you for purchasing ASRock Z390 Taichi Ultimate motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock’s consistently stringent quality control. It delivers excellent performance with robust design conforming to ASRock’s commitment to quality and endurance.
In this documentation, Chapter 1 and 2 contains the introduction of the motherboard and step-by-step installation guides. Chapter 3 contains the operation guide of the software and utilities. Chapter 4 contains the configuration guide of the BIOS setup.
Because the motherboard specifications and the BIOS software might be updated, the content of this documentation will be subject to change without notice. In case any modifications of this documentation occur, the updated version will be available on ASRock’s website without further notice. If you require technical support related to this motherboard, please visit our website for specific information about the model you are using. You may find the latest VGA cards and CPU support list on ASRock’s website as well. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com.
1.1 Package Contents
•ASRock Z390 Taichi Ultimate Motherboard (ATX Form Factor)
•ASRock Z390 Taichi Ultimate Quick Installation Guide
•ASRock Z390 Taichi Ultimate Support CD
•4 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional)
•1 x ASRock SLI_HB_Bridge_2S Card (Optional)
•1 x ASRock WiFi 2.4/5 GHz Antenna (Optional)
•3 x Screws for M.2 Sockets (Optional)
•1 x I/O Panel Shield
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1.2 Specifications
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ATX Form Factor |
CPU |
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Supports 9th and 8th Gen Intel® CoreTM Processors (Socket |
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IR Digital PWM |
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Intel® Z390 |
Memory |
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Dual Channel DDR4 Memory Technology |
•4 x DDR4 DIMM Slots
•Supports DDR4 4200+(OC)*/4133(OC)/4000(OC)/3866 (OC)/3800(OC)/3733(OC)/3600(OC)/3200(OC)/2933 (OC)/2800 (OC)/2666/2400/2133 non-ECC, un-buffered memory
*Please refer to Memory Support List on ASRock's website for more information. (http://www.asrock.com/)
•Supports ECC UDIMM memory modules (operate in nonECC mode)
•Max. capacity of system memory: 64GB
•Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) 2.0
•15μ Gold Contact in DIMM Slots
Expansion |
• 3 x PCI Express 3.0 x16 Slots (PCIE2/PCIE4/PCIE5: single |
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* Supports NVMe SSD as boot disks |
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• 2 x PCI Express 3.0 x1 Slots (Flexible PCIe) |
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• Supports AMD Quad CrossFireXTM, 3-Way CrossFireXTM |
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• Supports NVIDIA® Quad SLITM and SLITM |
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• Supports NVIDIA® NVLinkTM with dual NVIDIA® GeForce® |
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•1 x Vertical M.2 Socket (Key E) with the bundled WiFi802.11ac module (on the rear I/O)
•15μ Gold Contact in VGA PCIe Slot (PCIE2)
Graphics * Intel® UHD Graphics Built-in Visuals and the VGA outputs can be supported only with processors which are GPU integrated.
•Supports Intel® UHD Graphics Built-in Visuals : Intel® Quick Sync Video with AVC, MVC (S3D) and MPEG-2 Full HW Encode1,
•Intel® InTruTM 3D, Intel® Clear Video HD Technology, Intel® InsiderTM, Intel® UHD Graphics
•DirectX 12
•HWAEncode/Decode: AVC/H.264, HEVC/H.265 8-bit, HEVC/H.265 10-bit, VP8, VP9 8-bit, VP9 10-bit (Decode only), MPEG2, MJPEG, VC-1 (Decode only)
•Dual graphics output: Support HDMI and DisplayPort 1.2 ports by independent display controllers
•Supports HDMI with max. resolution up to 4K x 2K (4096x2160) @ 30Hz
•Supports DisplayPort 1.2 with max. resolution up to 4K x 2K (4096x2304) @ 60Hz
•Supports Auto Lip Sync, Deep Color (12bpc), xvYCC and HBR (High Bit Rate Audio) with HDMI Port (Compliant HDMI monitor is required)
•Supports HDCP with HDMI and DisplayPort 1.2 Ports
•Supports 4K Ultra HD (UHD) playback with HDMI and DisplayPort 1.2 Ports
Audio |
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7.1 CH HD Audio with Content Protection (Realtek |
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Supports Surge Protection |
• Supports Purity SoundTM 4
- Nichicon Fine Gold Series Audio Caps
- 120dB SNR DAC with Differential Amplifier
- NE5532 Premium Headset Amplifier for Front Panel Audio Connector (Supports up to 600 Ohm headsets)
- Pure Power-In
- Direct Drive Technology - PCB Isolate Shielding
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- Impedance Sensing on Front Out port
- Individual PCB Layers for R/L Audio Channel - RGB LED
- Gold Audio Jacks
- 15μ Gold Audio Connector
• Supports DTS Connect
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1 x 10 Gigabit LAN 10/100/1000/2500/5000/10000 Mb/s |
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Supports Lightning/ESD Protection |
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Supports PXE |
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Supports Lightning/ESD Protection |
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• Supports Dual LAN with Teaming* |
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• Supports Energy Efficient Ethernet 802.3az |
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Supports PXE |
Wireless |
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Intel® 802.11ac WiFi Module |
LAN |
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Supports IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac |
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• Supports Dual-Band (2.4/5 GHz) |
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• Supports high speed wireless connections up to 1733Mbps |
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• 2 antennas to support 2 (Transmit) x 2 (Receive) diversity |
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• Supports Bluetooth 5.0 + High speed class II |
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Rear Panel |
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2 x Antenna Ports |
I/O |
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1 x PS/2 Mouse/Keyboard Port |
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• 1 x HDMI Port |
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• 1 x DisplayPort 1.2 |
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• 1 x Optical SPDIF Out Port |
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• 3 x USB 3.1 Gen2 Type-A Ports (10 Gb/s) (ReDriver) |
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• 1 x USB 3.1 Gen2 Type-C Port (10 Gb/s) (ReDriver) (Supports |
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• 4 x USB 3.1 Gen1 Ports (Intel® Z390) (Supports ESD
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• 3 x RJ-45 LAN Ports with LED (ACT/LINK LED and SPEED |
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• 1 x Clear CMOS Button |
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• HD Audio Jacks: Rear Speaker / Central / Bass / Line in / |
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Storage |
• 6 x SATA3 6.0 Gb/s Connectors, support RAID (RAID 0, |
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•2 x SATA3 6.0 Gb/s Connectors by ASMedia ASM1061, support NCQ, AHCI and Hot Plug
*M2_1, SATA3_0 and SATA3_1 share lanes. If either one of them is in use, the others will be disabled.
*If M2_2 is occupied by a SATA-type M.2 device, SATA3_3 will be disabled.
*M2_3, SATA3_4 and SATA3_5 share lanes. If either one of them is in use, the others will be disabled.
•1 x Ultra M.2 Socket (M2_1), support M Key type 2230/2242/2260/2280 M.2 SATA3 6.0 Gb/s module and M.2 PCI Express module up to Gen3 x4 (32 Gb/s)**
•2 x Ultra M.2 Sockets (M2_2 and M2_3), support M Key type 2230/2242/2260/2280/22110 M.2 SATA3 6.0 Gb/s module and M.2 PCI Express module up to Gen3 x4 (32 Gb/s)**
**Supports Intel® OptaneTM Technology
**Supports NVMe SSD as boot disks
**Supports ASRock U.2 Kit
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• 1 x TPM Header |
•1 x Power LED and Speaker Header
•2 x RGB LED Headers
*Support in total up to 12V/3A, 36W LED Strip
•1 x Addressable LED Header
*Supports in total up to 5V/3A, 15W LED Strip
•1 x CPU Fan Connector (4-pin)
*The CPU Fan Connector supports the CPU fan of maximum 1A (12W) fan power.
•1 x CPU/Water Pump Fan Connector (4-pin) (Smart Fan Speed Control)
*The CPU/Water Pump Fan supports the water cooler fan of maximum 2A (24W) fan power.
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•6 x Chassis/Water Pump Fan Connectors (4-pin) (Smart Fan Speed Control)
*The Chassis/Water Pump Fan supports the water cooler fan of maximum 2A (24W) fan power.
*CPU_FAN2/WP, CHA_FAN1~6/WP can auto detect if 3-pin or 4-pin fan is in use.
•1 x 24 pin ATX Power Connector (Hi-Density Power Connector)
•1 x 8 pin 12V Power Connector (Hi-Density Power Connector)
•1 x 4 pin 12V Power Connector (Hi-Density Power Connector)
•1 x Front Panel Audio Connector (15μ Gold Audio Connector)
•1 x Thunderbolt AIC Connector (5-pin)
•2 x USB 2.0 Headers (Support 3 USB 2.0 ports) (Intel® Z390) (Supports ESD Protection)
•2 x USB 3.1 Gen1 Headers (Support 4 USB 3.1 Gen1 ports) (ASMedia ASM1074 hub) (Supports ESD Protection)
•1 x Front Panel Type C USB 3.1 Gen2 Header (ASMedia ASM1562 Retimer)
•1 x Performance Mode / Easy OC Header
•1 x Dr. Debug with LED
•1 x Power Button with LED
•1 x Reset Button with LED
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2 x AMI UEFI Legal BIOS with multilingual GUI support (1 |
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SMBIOS 2.7 Support |
• CPU Core/Cache, GT Core/Cache, DRAM, VTT DDR, PCH
1.0V, VCCIO, CPU PLL 2, VCCSA, VCCPLL, CPU Cold Bug
Killer, CPU PLL 1, CLK VDD, DMI, CPU Internal PLL, GT
PLL, Ring PLL, System Agent PLL, Memory Controller PLL
Voltage Multi-adjustment
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Z390 Taichi Ultimate
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• Temperature Sensing: CPU, CPU/Water Pump, Chassis/Wa- |
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• Fan Tachometer: CPU, CPU/Water Pump, Chassis/Water |
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• Fan Multi-Speed Control: CPU, CPU/Water Pump, Chassis/ |
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• Voltage monitoring: +12V, +5V, +3.3V, CPU Vcore, DRAM, |
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• Microsoft® Windows® 10 64-bit |
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• ErP/EuP ready (ErP/EuP ready power supply is required) |
* For detailed product information, please visit our website: http://www.asrock.com
Please realize that there is a certain risk involved with overclocking, including adjusting the setting in the BIOS, applying Untied Overclocking Technology, or using third-party overclocking tools. Overclocking may affect your system’s stability, or even cause damage to the components and devices of your system. It should be done at your own risk and expense. We are not responsible for possible damage caused by overclocking.
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1.3 Motherboard Layout
CLRBTN1
M2_WIFI1
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MI Bottom: CI N |
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No. Description
1ATX 12V Power Connector (ATX12V2)
2ATX 12V Power Connector (ATX12V1)
3CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1)
4CPU Fan / Waterpump Fan Connector (CPU_FAN2/WP)
52 x 288-pin DDR4 DIMM Slots (DDR4_A1, DDR4_B1)
62 x 288-pin DDR4 DIMM Slots (DDR4_A2, DDR4_B2)
7Chassis Fan / Waterpump Fan Connector (CHA_FAN5/WP)
8ATX Power Connector (ATXPWR1)
9USB 3.1 Gen1 Header (USB3_7_8)
10USB 3.1 Gen1 Header (USB3_5_6)
11Chassis Fan / Waterpump Fan Connector (CHA_FAN6/WP)
12Front Panel Type C USB 3.1 Gen2 Header (USB31_TC_2)
13SATA3 Connectors (SATA3_0_1)
14SATA3 Connectors (SATA3_2_3)
15SATA3 Connectors (SATA3_4_5)
16SATA3 Connectors (SATA3_A1_A2)
17Reset Button with LED (RSTBTN1)
18Power Button with LED (PWRBTN1)
19Performance Mode / Easy OC Header (PM_OC)
20Chassis Fan / Waterpump Fan Connector (CHA_FAN3/WP)
21System Panel Header (PANEL1)
22Power LED and Speaker Header (SPK_PLED1)
23Clear CMOS Jumper (CLRMOS1)
24USB 2.0 Header (USB_1_2)
25USB 2.0 Header (USB3)
26TPM Header (TPMS1)
27Chassis Fan / Waterpump Fan Connector (CHA_FAN2/WP)
28Thunderbolt AIC Header (TB1)
29RGB LED Header (RGB_LED2)
30RGB LED Header (RGB_LED1)
31Addressable LED Header (ADDR_LED1)
32Front Panel Audio Header (HD_AUDIO1)
33Chassis Fan / Waterpump Fan Connector (CHA_FAN4/WP)
34Chassis Fan / Waterpump Fan Connector (CHA_FAN1/WP)
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1.4 I/O Panel
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PS/2 Mouse/Keyboard Port |
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Optical SPDIF Out Port |
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DisplayPort 1.2 |
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USB 3.1 Gen2 Type-A Port (USB31_TA_3) |
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10G LAN RJ-45 Port (AQUANTIA® AQC107)* |
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USB 3.1 Gen2 Type-C Port (USB31_TC_1) |
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LAN RJ-45 Port (Intel® I211AT)** |
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USB 3.1 Gen2 Type-A Ports (USB31_TA_12) |
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LAN RJ-45 Port (Intel® I219V)** |
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USB 3.1 Gen1 Ports (USB3_3_4) |
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Central / Bass (Orange) |
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HDMI Port |
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Rear Speaker (Black) |
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USB 3.1 Gen1 Ports (USB3_12) |
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Line In (Light Blue) |
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Antenna Ports |
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Front Speaker (Lime)*** |
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Clear CMOS Button |
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* There are two LEDs on each LAN port. Please refer to the table below for the LAN port LED indications.
ACT/LINK LED
SPEED LED
LAN Port |
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Activity / Link LED |
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Data Activity |
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** There are two LEDs on each LAN port. Please refer to the table below for the LAN port LED indications.
ACT/LINK LED
SPEED LED
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*** If you use a 2-channel speaker, please connect the speaker’s plug into “Front Speaker Jack”. See the table below for connection details in accordance with the type of speaker you use.
Audio Output |
Front Speaker |
Rear Speaker |
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1.5 WiFi-802.11ac Module and ASRock WiFi 2.4/5 GHz Antenna
WiFi-802.11ac + BT Module
This motherboard comes with an exclusive WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac + BT v5.0 module (pre-installed on the rear I/O panel) that offers support for WiFi 802.11 a/b/ g/n/ac connectivity standards and Bluetooth v5.0. WiFi + BT module is an easy-to- use wireless local area network (WLAN) adapter to support WiFi + BT. Bluetooth v5.0 standard features Smart Ready technology that adds a whole new class of functionality into the mobile devices. BT 5.0 also includes Low Energy Technology and ensures extraordinary low power consumption for PCs. The 2T2R WiFi solution sets a WiFi high speed standard and offers max link rate up to 1733Mbps. * The transmission speed may vary according to the environment.
ASRock WiFi 2.4/5 GHz Antenna
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Z390 Taichi Ultimate
Chapter 2 Installation
This is an ATX form factor motherboard. Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that the motherboard fits into it.
Pre-installation Precautions
Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings.
•Make sure to unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard components. Failure to do so may cause physical injuries and damages to motherboard components.
•In order to avoid damage from static electricity to the motherboard’s components, NEVER place your motherboard directly on a carpet. Also remember to use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safety grounded object before you handle the components.
•Hold components by the edges and do not touch the ICs.
•Whenever you uninstall any components, place them on a grounded anti-static pad or in the bag that comes with the components.
•When placing screws to secure the motherboard to the chassis, please do not overtighten the screws! Doing so may damage the motherboard.
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2.1Installing the CPU
1.Before you insert the 1151-Pin CPU into the socket, please check if the PnP cap is on the socket, if the CPU surface is unclean, or if there are any bent pins in the socket. Do not force to insert the CPU into the socket if above situation is found. Otherwise, the CPU will be seriously damaged.
2.Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU.
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A
B
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Please save and replace the cover if the processor is removed. The cover must be placed if you wish to return the motherboard for after service.
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2.2 Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink
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N _FA PU C
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2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM)
This motherboard provides four 288-pin DDR4 (Double Data Rate 4) DIMM slots, and supports Dual Channel Memory Technology.
1.For dual channel configuration, you always need to install identical (the same brand, speed, size and chip-type) DDR4 DIMM pairs.
2.It is unable to activate Dual Channel Memory Technology with only one 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.
Dual Channel Memory Configuration
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The DIMM only fits in one correct orientation. It will cause permanent damage to the motherboard and the DIMM if you force the DIMM into the slot at incorrect orientation.
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2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI Express Slots)
There are 5 PCI Express slots on the motherboard.
Before installing an expansion card, please make sure that the power supply is switched off or the power cord is unplugged. Please read the documentation of the expansion card and make necessary hardware settings for the card before you start the installation.
PCIe slots:
PCIE1 (PCIe 3.0 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 x16 slot) is used for PCI Express x4 lane width graphics cards.
PCIe Slot Configurations
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For a better thermal environment, please connect a chassis fan to the motherboard’s chassis fan connector (CHA_FAN1~6/WP) when using multiple graphics cards.
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Z390 Taichi Ultimate
2.5 Jumpers Setup
The 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”.
Clear CMOS Jumper |
Short: Clear CMOS |
(CLRMOS1) |
Open: Default |
(see p.8, No. 23) |
2-pin Jumper |
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CLRMOS1 allows you to clear the data in CMOS. The 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 off the computer and unplug the power cord, then use a jumper cap to short the pins on CLRMOS1 for 3 seconds. Please remember to remove the jumper cap after clearing the CMOS. If you need to clear the CMOS when you just finish updating the BIOS, you must boot up the system first, and then shut it down before you do the clear-CMOS action.
The Clear CMOS Button has the same function as the Clear CMOS jumper.
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2.6 Onboard Headers and Connectors
Onboard headers and connectors are NOT jumpers. Do NOT place jumper caps over these headers and connectors. Placing jumper caps over the headers and connectors will cause permanent damage to the motherboard.
System Panel Header
(9-pin PANEL1)
(see p.8, No. 21)
PLED+ PLED-
PWRBTN#
GND
1
GND RESET#
GND HDLED-
HDLED+
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.
PWRBTN (Power Button):
Connect to the power button on the chassis front panel. You may configure the way to turn off your system using the power button.
RESET (Reset Button):
Connect to the reset button on the chassis front panel. Press the reset button to restart the computer if the computer freezes and fails to perform a normal restart.
PLED (System Power LED):
Connect to the power status indicator on the chassis front panel. The LED is on when the system is operating. The LED keeps blinking when the system is in S1/S3 sleep state. The LED is off when the system is in S4 sleep state or powered off (S5).
HDLED (Hard Drive Activity LED):
Connect to the hard drive activity LED on the chassis front panel. The LED is on when the hard drive is reading or writing data.
The front panel design may differ by chassis. A front panel module mainly consists of power button, reset button, power LED, hard drive activity LED, speaker and etc. When connecting your chassis front panel module to this header, make sure the wire assignments and the pin assignments are matched correctly.
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Power LED and Speaker
Header
(7-pin SPK_PLED1)
(see p.8, No. 22)
SPEAKER
DUMMY DUMMY +5V
1 
PLED+
PLED+ PLED-
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Please connect the chassis power LED and the chassis speaker to this header.
Serial ATA3 Connectors (SATA3_0_1:
see p.8, No. 13) (SATA3_2_3: see p.8, No. 14) (SATA3_4_5: see p.8, No. 15) (SATA3_A1_A2: see p.8, No. 16)
SATA3 2 SATA3 0 |
SATA3 3 SATA3 1 |
SATA3 4 |
SATA3 5 |
SATA3 A1 |
SATA3 A2 |
These eight SATA3 connectors support SATA data cables for internal storage devices with up to 6.0 Gb/s data transfer rate.
*M2_1, SATA3_0 and SATA3_1 share lanes. If either one of them is in use, the others will be disabled.
*If M2_2 is occupied by a SATA-type M.2 device, SATA3_3 will be disabled.
*M2_3, SATA3_4 and SATA3_5 share lanes. If either one of them is in use, the others will be disabled.
To minimize the boot time, use Intel® Z390 SATA ports (SATA3_0) for your bootable devices.
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