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Contents

Chapter 1 Introduction 1
1.1 Package Contents 1

1.2 Specifications 2

1.3 Motherboard Layout 6

1.4 I/O Panel 9

1.5 Block Diagram 11

1.6 802.11be Wi-Fi 7 Module and ASRock WiFi 2.4/5/6 GHz

Antenna 12

Chapter 2 Installation 13
2.1 Installing the CPU 15

2.2 Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink 17

2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) 18

2.4 Connecting the Front Panel Header 20

2.5 Installing the Motherboard 21

2.6 Installing SATA Drives 22

2.7 Installing a Graphics Card 24

2.8 Connecting Peripheral Devices 26

2.9 Connecting the Power Connectors 27

2.10 Power On 28

2.11 Jumpers Setup 29

2.12 Onboard Headers and Connectors 30

2.13 Post Status Checker 40

2.14 Smart Button 41

2.15 M.2 SSD Installation Guide (M2_1) 43

2.16 M.2 SSD Installation Guide (M2_2 and M2_3) 46

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Chapter 1 Introduction
Thank you for purchasing ASRock Z890I Nova WiFi 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.

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 modi-
fications 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 mother-
board, 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 Z890I Nova WiFi Motherboard (Mini-ITX Form Factor)
• 2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional)
• 1 x ASRock WiFi 2.4/5/6 GHz Antenna (Optional)
• 1 x ARGB Splitter Cable (Optional)
• 1 x Thermistor Cable (Optional)
• 3 x Screws for M.2 Sockets (Optional)

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Platform • Mini-ITX Form Factor

• 10 Layer PCB
• 2oz Copper PCB

CPU • Supports Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors (Series 2)

(LGA1851RL-ILM)
• Supports Intel® Hybrid Technology
• Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Max 3.0 Technology
• Supports Intel® Thermal Velocity Boost (TVB)
• Supports Intel® Adaptive Boost Technology (ABT)
• Integrated NPU for dedicated AI acceleration

Chipset • Intel® Z890

Memory • Dual Channel DDR5 Memory Technology

• 2 x DDR5 DIMM Slots
• Supports DDR5 non-ECC, un-buffered memory up to
9866+(OC)*
• Max. capacity of system memory: 128GB
• Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) 3.0x
* Please refer to Memory Support List on ASRock's website for
more information. (http://www.asrock.com/)

Expansion CPU:
Slot • 1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 Slot (PCIE1), supports x16 mode*
Chipset:
• 1 x Vertical M.2 Socket (Key E), supports type 2230 WiFi/BT
PCIe WiFi module

* PCIE1 supports PCIe riser cards to extend one x16 slot to x8/
x8 or x8/x4/x4 slots.
* Supports NVMe SSD as boot disks
• 15μ Gold Contact in VGA PCIe Slot (PCIE1)
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Graphics • Intel® UHD Graphics Built-in Visuals and the VGA outputs
can be supported only with processors which are GPU
integrated.
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• Intel® X LPG Graphics Architecture
• 1 x HDMI 2.1 TMDS/FRL 8G Compatible, supports HDR,
HDCP 2.3 and max. resolution up to 4K 120Hz
• 2 x Intel® ThunderboltTM 4, support HDCP 2.3 and max.
resolution up to 8K 60Hz / 5K 120Hz*
* Supports two 4K displays or one 8K display
* Only the CPU’s embedded graphics can be displayed through
Thunderbolt ports. If you want to display to a Thunderbolt
monitor, please use CPU models with embedded graphics.

Audio • 7.1 CH HD Audio with Content Protection (Realtek

ALC4082 Audio Codec)
• Nahimic Audio

LAN • 5 Gigabit LAN 10/100/1000/2500/5000 Mb/s

• Realtek RTL8126

Wireless • 802.11be 2x2 Wi-Fi 7 Module

LAN • Supports IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax/axe/be
• Supports 2.4GHz/5GHz/6GHz* frequency band
• Supports 320MHz channel bandwidth with 6GHz* frequen-
cy band
* Wi-Fi 7 (6GHz band) will be supported by Microsoft® Win-
dows® 11. The availability will depend on the different regula-
tion status of each country and region. It will be activated (for
supported countries) through Windows Update and software
updates once available.
• 1 antenna to support 2 (Transmit) x 2 (Receive) diversity
technology
• Supports Bluetooth 5.4
• Supports MU-MIMO
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 USB CPU:
TM
• 2 x Thunderbolt 4 Type-C (Rear)
Chipset:
• 1 x USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C (Front)
• 6 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A (Rear)
• 2 x USB 3.2 Gen1 (Front)
• 2 x USB 2.0 (Front)
* All USB ports support ESD Protection

Rear Panel • 2 x Antenna Ports

I/O • 1 x HDMI Port
TM
• 2 x Thunderbolt 4 Type-C Ports (40 Gb/s for USB4 proto-
col; 40Gb/s for Thunderbolt protocol)*
• 1 x Optical SPDIF Out Port
• 6 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A Port (10 Gb/s)
• 1 x RJ-45 LAN Port
• 1 x BIOS Flashback Button
• 1 x Line Out Jack (Gold Audio Jack)
• 1 x Microphone Input Jack (Gold Audio Jack)
* Supports USB PD 3.0 up to 5V@3A (15W) charging

Storage CPU:
• 1 x Blazing M.2 Socket (M2_1, Key M), supports type 2280
PCIe Gen5x4 (128 Gb/s) mode*
• 1 x Hyper M.2 Socket (M2_2, Key M), supports type 2280
PCIe Gen4x4 (64 Gb/s) mode*
Chipset:
• 1 x Hyper M.2 Socket (M2_3, Key M), supports type 2280
SATA3 6.0 Gb/s & PCIe Gen4x4 (64 Gb/s) modes*
• 2 x SATA3 6.0 Gb/s Connectors

* Supports Intel® Volume Management Device (VMD)

* Supports NVMe SSD as boot disks

RAID • Supports RAID 0 and RAID 1 for SATA storage devices

• Supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5 and RAID 10 for M.2
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NVMe storage devices

* Requires additional M.2 NVMe expansion cards to support
RAID 10

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Connector • 1 x Thermistor Cable Header

• 2 x Addressable LED Headers*
• 1 x CPU Fan Connector (4-pin) (Smart Fan Speed Control)**
• 1 x Chassis Fan Connector (4-pin) (Smart Fan Speed Con-
trol)**
• 1 x AIO Pump Fan Connector (4-pin) (Smart Fan Speed
Control)***
• 1 x 24 pin ATX Power Connector (Hi-Density Power Con-
nector)
• 1 x 8 pin 12V Power Connector (Hi-Density Power Connec-
tor)
• 1 x Front Panel Audio Connector (15μ Gold Audio Connec-
tor)
• 1 x USB 2.0 Headers (Supports 2 USB 2.0 ports)
• 1 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Headers (Supports 2 USB 3.2 Gen1 ports)
• 1 x Front Panel Type C USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Header (20 Gb/s)
* Support in total up to 5V/3A, 15W LED Strip
** CPU_FAN and CHA_FAN1 support the fan power up to 2A
(24W).
*** AIO_PUMP supports the fan power up to 3A (36W).
*** AIO_PUMP can auto detect if 3-pin or 4-pin fan is in use.

BIOS • AMI UEFI Legal BIOS with GUI support

Feature

OS • Microsoft® Windows® 11 64-bit

Certifica- • FCC, CE
tions • 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
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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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USB32_TC1
ATXPWR1
CPU
DRAM
VGA
BOOT

USB32_7_8 SATA3_1 SATA3_0

HDLED RESET
CLRMOS1

1
1
1

1
ADDR_LED1 T_SENSOR1
ADDR_LED2 PLED PWRBTN
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USB_1_2 PANEL1
DDR5_B1 (64 bit, 288-pin module)
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DDR5_A1 (64 bit, 288-pin module)

AIO_PUMP
4

PCIE1
CHA_FAN1

Z890
Intel
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CPU_FAN
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1.3 Motherboard Layout

M2_1

RoHS
Top Side View

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Top:

M2_WIFI1
MIC IN
USB 3.2 Gen2
5GLAN

HD_AUDIO1
USB 3.2 Gen2: USB 3.2 Gen2: Center:
T: USB32_2
USB32_3 USB32_4 (RTL8126CG) Line Out
B: USB32_1

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USB 3.2 Gen2 Bottom:
HDMI1 TB_1 TB_2 T: USB32_6 Optical
BIOS
B: USB32_5 SPDIF

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Back Side View

M2_2

M2_3
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 No. Description
1 ATX 12V Power Connector (ATX12V)
2 CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN)
3 Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN1)
4 AIO Pump Fan Connector (AIO_PUMP)
5 2 x 288-pin DDR5 DIMM Slots (DDR5_A1, DDR5_B1)
6 Addressable LED Header (ADDR_LED1)
7 Post Status Checker (PSC)
8 ATX Power Connector (ATXPWR1)
9 Clear CMOS Jumper (CLRMOS1)
10 USB 2.0 Header (USB_1_2)
11 USB 3.2 Gen1 Header (USB32_7_8)
12 Addressable LED Header (ADDR_LED2)
13 SATA3 Connector (SATA3_1)
14 System Panel Header (PANEL1)
15 SATA3 Connector (SATA3_0)
16 Thermistor Cable Header (T_SENSOR1)
17 Front Panel Type C USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Header (USB32_TC1)
18 Front Panel Audio Header (HD_AUDIO1)
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1.4 I/O Panel

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No. Description No. Description

1 USB 3.2 Gen2 Ports (USB32_12) 8 BIOS Flashback Button
2 USB 3.2 Gen2 Port (USB32_3) 9 Antenna Ports
3 USB 3.2 Gen2 Port (USB32_4) 10 USB 3.2 Gen2 Ports (USB32_56)
4 5G LAN RJ-45 Port* 11 ThunderboltTM 4 Type-C Port (TB_2)
5 Microphone Input Jack** 12 ThunderboltTM 4 Type-C Port (TB_1)
6 Line Out Jack** 13 HDMI Port
7 Optical SPDIF Out Port

* 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

Activity / Link LED Speed LED

Status Description Status Description
Off No Link Off 10Mbps connection
Blinking Data Activity Orange 100Mbps/1Gbps/2.5
connection
On Link Green 5Gbps connection
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 ** Function of the Audio Ports in 2, 4, 5.1 or 7.1-channel Configuration:

Channel Port Function

Line Out Jack
2ch Front speaker out
(Rear Panel)
Pink-Mic
4ch Rear speaker out
(Front Panel)
Microphone Input Jack
5.1ch Central/Subwoofer speaker out
(Rear Panel)
Lime-Headphone
7.1ch Side Speaker out
(Front Panel)
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Channel A DDR5 Slot

Channel B DDR5 Slot

D D
Intel Arrow Lake
HDMI DDI3 Processor Gen5 x16 PCIE1 ( Gen5 x16 Slot )
Socket 1851
TCP0 Gen5 x4 M.2_1 PCIe Gen5 x4
TB1

TB2 TCP1 Gen4 x4 M.2_2 PCIe Gen4 x4

1.5 Block Diagram

DMI Gen4 x8 Direct eSPI

Rear USB 3.2 Gen2 Type A * 6 port 10Gb/s Gen4 x4

C M.2_3(PCIe Gen4 x4) support SATA C

Gen4 x1 M.2_WIFI1 ( BE200 )

Front USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type C 20Gb/s

Front USB 3.2 Gen1 *2 port 5Gb/s Intel

800 Series Gen3 x1 RTL8126 (5G LAN)
Chipset
Front USB 2.0 * 2 port 480Mb/s

5Gb/s Audio Codec(ALC4082)

B B

SATA 6Gb SATA 2 port

Flash ROM 256Mb SPI

eSPI

FAN x4
SIO NCT6686D
H/W Monitor T_SENSOR
A A
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 1.6 802.11be Wi-Fi 7 Module and ASRock WiFi 2.4/5/6 GHz
Antenna
802.11be Wi-Fi 7 + BT Module
This motherboard comes with an exclusive 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax/axe/be Wi-Fi 7 + BT
v5.4 module that offers support for 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax/axe/be Wi-Fi 7 connectivity
standards and Bluetooth v5.4. Wi-Fi 7 + BT module is an easy-to-use wireless local
area network (WLAN) adapter to support Wi-Fi 7 + BT. Bluetooth v5.4 standard
features Smart Ready technology that adds a whole new class of functionality into the
mobile devices.

* The transmission speed may vary according to the environment.

* Wi-Fi 7 (6GHz band) will be supported by Microsoft® Windows® 11. The availability
will depend on the different regulation status of each country and region. It will be
activated (for supported countries) through Windows Update and software updates
once available.
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Chapter 2 Installation
This is a Mini-ITX 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 over-
tighten the screws! Doing so may damage the motherboard.

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 DO NOT remove this Memory OC Shield (patent pending) from the motherboard.
Removing this may affect memory overclocking performance and stability.

The illustration shown here is for reference only and may not be an exact representation of your mother-
board’s layout.
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2.1 Installing the CPU

1. Before you insert the 1851-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 to prevent hardware damage.
3. Use the CPU cooler with a minimum of 35lb of static compressive load for the LGA1851
RL-ILM (Reduced Load Independent Loading Mechanism) socket.

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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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FA
U_
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 2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM)

This motherboard provides two 288-pin DDR5 (Double Data Rate 5) 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) DDR5 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 , DDR3 or DDR4 memory module into a DDR5
slot; otherwise, this motherboard and DIMM may be damaged.
4. 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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System Panel Header Front Panel Wires

10 9

Power SW (-) RESET SW (+)

B D
Power SW (+) RESET SW (-)

Power LED (-) HDD LED (-)

A C
Power LED (+) HDD LED (+) A B C D
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2.5 Installing the Motherboard

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 2.6 Installing SATA Drives

Optical Drive

SATA Drive

SATA Data Cable

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SATA Power Connector

SATA Data Connector

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 2.7 Installing a Graphics Card

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Expansion Slot (PCIe Slot)

There is 1 PCI Express slot 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 slot:

PCIE1 (PCIe 5.0 x16 slot) is used for PCIe x16 lane width graphics cards.
* PCIE1 supports PCIe riser cards to extend one x16 slot to x8/x8 or x8/x4/x4 slots.

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2.9 Connecting the Power Connectors

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2.11 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

(CLRMOS1) (see p.6, No. 9)
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.

CLRMOS1

2-pin Jumper

Short: Clear CMOS

Open: Default
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 2.12 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.6, No. 14)
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.

PANEL1

GND
GND RESET#
PWRBTN# GND
PLED- HDLED-
PLED+ HDLED+
1

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
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button, reset button, power LED, hard drive activity LED, speaker and etc. When connect-
ing your chassis front panel module to this header, make sure the wire assignments and the
pin assignments are matched correctly.

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Serial ATA3 Connectors

(SATA3_0) (see p.6, No. 15)
(SATA3_1) (see p.6, No. 13)
These two SATA3 connectors support SATA data cables for internal storage devices with
up to 6.0 Gb/s data transfer rate.

SATA3_0 SATA3_1

USB 2.0 Header

(9-pin USB_1_2) (see p.6, No. 10)
There is one header on this motherboard. The USB 2.0 header can support two
ports.

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(19-pin USB32_7_8) (see p.6, No. 11)
There is one header on this motherboard. The USB 3.2 Gen1 header can support
two ports.

USB32_7_8
Vbus
Vbus IntA_PB_SSRX-
IntA_PA_SSRX- IntA_PB_SSRX+
IntA_PA_SSRX+ GND
GND IntA_PB_SSTX-
IntA_PA_SSTX- IntA_PB_SSTX+
IntA_PA_SSTX+ GND
GND IntA_PB_D-
IntA_PA_D- IntA_PB_D+
IntA_PA_D+ Dummy
1

Front Panel Type C USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Header

(20-pin USB32_TC1) (see p.6, No. 17)
There is one Front Panel Type C USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Header on this motherboard.
This header is used for connecting a USB 3.2 Gen2x2 module for additional USB 3.2
Gen2x2 ports.

USB32_TC1

USB Type-C Cable

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Front Panel Audio Header

(9-pin HD_AUDIO1) (see p.6, No. 18)
This header is for connecting audio devices to the front audio panel.

HD_AUDIO1
GND
PRESENCE#
MIC_RET
OUT_RET

1
OUT2_L
J_SENSE
OUT2_R
MIC2_R
MIC2_L

High Definition Audio supports Jack Sensing, but the panel wire on the chassis must sup-
port HDA to function correctly. Please follow the instructions in our manual and chassis
manual to install your system.

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 Chassis Fan Connector
(4-pin CHA_FAN1) (see p.6, No. 3)
The header allows you to connect a Case or Radiator fan. If you plan to connect a
3-pin fan, please connect it to Pin 1-3.

CHA_FAN1
4 3 2 1

FAN_SPEED_CONTROL
CHA_FAN_SPEED
FAN_VOLTAGE
GND

CPU Fan Connector

(4-pin CPU_FAN) (see p.6, No. 2)
This header allows you to connect CPU fan. If you plan to connect a 3-pin fan,
please connect it to Pin 1-3.

CPU_FAN
4 3 2 1

GND
+12V
CPU_FAN_SPEED
FAN_SPEED_CONTROL
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AIO Pump Fan Connector

(4-pin AIO_PUMP) (see p.6, No. 4)
This header allows you to connect AIO (All-in-One) pump or fan. If you plan to
connect a 3-pin AIO cooler fan, please connect it to Pin 1-3.

AIO_PUMP
4 3 2 1

GND
FAN_VOLTAGE
AIO_PUMP_SPEED
FAN_SPEED_CONTROL

ATX Power Connector

(24-pin ATXPWR1) (see p.6, No. 8)
This motherboard provides a 24-pin ATX power connector. To use a 20-pin ATX
power supply, please plug it along Pin 1 and Pin 13.

ATXPWR1
12 24

1 13
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 ATX 12V Power Connector
(8-pin ATX12V) (see p.6, No. 1)
This motherboard provides one 8-pin ATX 12V power connector. To use a 4-pin
ATX power supply, please plug it along Pin 1 and Pin 5.
*Warning: Please make sure that the power cable connected is for the CPU and
not the graphics card. Do not plug the PCIe power cable to this connector.

ATX12V
8 5

4 1
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Thermistor Cable Header

(2-pin T_SENSOR1) (see p.6, No. 16)
The Thermistor Cable Header is used to connect a thermistor cable to monitor the
temperature of the critical component. Plug the thermistor cable that comes with the
package to the header, and then attach the sensor end to the component to detect the
temperature.

T_SENSOR1
GND
SENSOR IN
1

Connect your Thermistor Cable to the

Thermistor Cable Header (T_SENSOR1) on
the motherboard.

R
SO
EN
T_S
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 Addressable LED Headers
(3-pin ADDR_LED1) (see p.6, No. 6)
(3-pin ADDR_LED2) (see p.6, No. 12)
These headers are used to connect Addressable LED extension cables which allow users to
choose from various LED lighting effects.
Caution: Never install the Addressable LED cable in the wrong orientation; otherwise,
the cable may be damaged.

ADDR_LED1
1
VOUT
DO_ADDR

GND

ADDR_LED2
GND

DO_ADDR
VOUT
1

Connect your Addressable RGB LED strips

to the Addressable LED Headers (ADDR_
LED1 / ADDR_LED2) on the motherboard.

1. Never install the Addressable LED cable in the wrong orientation; otherwise, the cable
may be damaged.
2. Before installing or removing your Addressable LED cable, please power off your system
and unplug the power cord from the power supply. Failure to do so may cause damages to
motherboard components.
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1. Please note that the Addressable LED strips do not come with the package.
2. The Addressable LED header supports WS2812B addressable RGB LED strip (5V/
Data/GND), with a maximum power rating of 3A (5V) and length within 2 meters.

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The ARGB Splitter Cable that comes with the package allows you to extend and connect
various addressable RGB LED strips or devices through a single 3-pin Addressable
LED Header on the motherboard.

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 2.13 Post Status Checker
Post Status Checker (PSC) diagnoses the computer when users power on the machine.
The LEDs light up to show what component is running into an issue. They emit red, yellow,
white and yellow-green lights to indicate, respectively, the CPU, memory, VGA and storage
are not detected or fail. They will remain lit until the issue is fixed. The lights go off if the
four mentioned above are functioning normally.

Component LED Indicator Status

CPU Solid Red indicates CPU is dysfunctional.
DRAM Solid Yellow indicates DRAM is dysfunctional.
VGA Solid White indicates GPU is dysfunctional.
BOOT Solid Yellow-Green indicates boot device is dysfunctional.

CPU
DRAM
VGA
BOOT
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2.14 Smart Button

The motherboard has one smart switch: BIOS Flashback Button, allowing users to
flash the BIOS.

BIOS Flashback Button

(BIOS_FB1) (see p.9, No. 8)
BIOS Flashback Button allows users to flash the BIOS.

BIOS_FB1

USB BIOS Flashback port

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 ASRock BIOS Flashback feature allows you to update BIOS without powering on the
system, even without CPU.

Before using the BIOS Flashback function, please suspend BitLocker and any encryption
or security relying on the TPM. Make sure that you have already stored and backup-ed
the recovery key. If the recovery key is missing while encryption is active, the data will stay
encrypted and the system will not boot into the operating system. It is recommended to dis-
able fTPM before updating the BIOS. Otherwise an unpredictable failure may occur.

To use the USB BIOS Flashback function, Please follow the steps below.
1. Download the latest BIOS file from ASRock's website : http://www.asrock.com.
2. Copy the BIOS file to your USB flash drive. Please make sure the file system of
your USB flash drive must be FAT32.
3. Extract BIOS file from the zip file.
4. Rename the file to “creative.rom” and save it to the root directory of X: USB
flash drive.
5. Plug the 24-pin power connector to the motherboard. Then turn on the power
supply's AC switch.
*There is no need to power on the system.
6. Then plug your USB drive to the USB BIOS Flashback port.
7. Press the BIOS Flashback Switch for about three seconds. Then the LED starts
to blink.
8. Wait until the LED stops blinking, indicating that BIOS flashing has been
completed.
*If the LED light turns solid green, this means that the BIOS Flashback is not
operating properly. Please make sure that you plug the USB drive to the USB
BIOS Flashback port.
**If the LED does not light up at all, then please disconnect power from the
system and remove/disconnect the CMOS battery from the motherboard for
several minutes. Reconnect power and battery and try again.
9. After BIOS flashing is complete, turn off the PC power supply for about two
minutes.
10. Then turn on the PC power supply again and now you can press the power
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2.15 M.2 SSD Installation Guide (M2_1)

The M.2 is a small size and versatile card edge connector that aims to replace mPCIe and
mSATA. The Blazing M.2 Socket (M2_1, Key M), supports type 2280 PCIe Gen5x4 (128
Gb/s) mode.

Installing the M.2 SSD

Step 1

Prepare a M.2 SSD.

Step 2

Depending on the PCB type and

length of your M.2 SSD, find the
corresponding nut location to be
used.

No. 1
Nut Location A
PCB Length 8cm
Module Type Type2280
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Before installing a M.2 SSD, please

loosen the screws to remove the M.2
heatsink.
*Please remove the protective films
on the bottom side of the M.2
heatsink before you install a M.2
SSD.

1 2

Step 4

Align and gently insert the M.2 SSD

into the M.2 slot. Please be aware
that the M.2 SSD only fits in one
orientation.
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Step 5

Tighten the screws with a screwdriver

to secure the M.2 heatsink into
place. Please do not overtighten the
screws as this might damage the M.2
heatsink.

2 1

For the latest updates of M.2 SSD support list, please visit our website for details: http://
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The M.2 is a small size and versatile card edge connector that aims to replace mPCIe and
mSATA. The Hyper M.2 Socket (M2_2, Key M), supports type 2280 PCIe Gen4x4 (64 Gb/s)
mode. The Hyper M.2 Socket (M2_3, Key M), supports type 2280 SATA3 6.0 Gb/s & PCIe
Gen4x4 (64 Gb/s) modes.

Installing the M.2 SSD

Step 1

Prepare a M.2 SSD and the screw.

Step 2

Depending on the PCB type and

length of your M.2 SSD, find the
corresponding nut location to be
used.

No. 1
Nut Location A
PCB Length 8cm
Module Type Type 2280
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Step 3

Align and gently insert the M.2 SSD

into the M.2 slot. Please be aware
that the M.2 SSD only fits in one
orientation.

20o

Step 4

Tighten the screw with a screwdriver

to secure the M.2 SSD into place.
Please do not overtighten the screw
as this might damage the M.2 SSD.
NUT2 NUT1

For the latest updates of M.2 SSD support list, please visit our website for details: http://
www.asrock.com
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This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the
user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Button Battery Safety Notice

WARNING
• INGESTION HAZARD: This product contains a button cell or
coin battery.
• DEATH or serious injury can occur if ingested.
• A swallowed button cell or coin battery can cause Internal
Chemical Burns in as little as 2 hours.
• KEEP new and used batteries OUT OF REACH of CHILDREN
• Seek immediate medical attention if a battery is suspected to
be swallowed or inserted inside any part of the body.
- Remove and immediately recycle or dispose of used batteries according to local
regulations and keep away from children. Do NOT dispose of batteries in household
trash or incinerate.
- Even used batteries may cause severe injury or death.
- Call a local poison control center for treatment information.
- Battery type: CR2032
- Battery voltage: 3V
- Non-rechargeable batteries are not to be recharged.
- Do not force discharge, recharge, disassemble, heat above (manufacturer's specified
temperature rating) or incinerate. Doing so may result in injury due to venting, leakage
or explosion resulting in chemical burns.
- This product contains an irreplaceable battery.
- This icon indicates that a swallowed button battery can cause serious injury or death. 
Please keep batteries out of sight or reach of children.
CALIFORNIA, USA ONLY
The Lithium battery adopted on this motherboard contains Perchlorate, a toxic substance
controlled in Perchlorate Best Management Practices (BMP) regulations passed by the
California Legislature. When you discard the Lithium battery in California, USA, please
follow the related regulations in advance.
“Perchlorate Material-special handling may apply, see www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/
perchlorate”

CALIFORNIA, USA ONLY

WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm

www.P65Warnings.ca.gov

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ASRock INC. hereby declares that this device is in compliance with the essential require-
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WARNING
THIS PRODUCT CONTAINS A BUTTOON BATTERY
If swallowed, a button battery can cause serious injury or death.
Please keep batteries out of sight or reach of children.

Proper Disposal

DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. This product has been
designed to enable proper reuse of parts and recycling. This symbol of the
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for disposal of electronic products.

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Statement
This device complies with directive 2014/53/EU issued by the Commision of the
European Community. This equipment complies with EU radiation exposure limits
set forth for an uncontrolled environment.
This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm
between the radiator & your body.
Operations in the 5.15-5.35/6GHz band are restricted to indoor usage only.

Radio Frequency Bands and Maximum Power Levels

• Features : Wi-Fi 6E, BT, Wi-Fi 7
• Frequency Range : 2.4 GHz: 2400-2485MHz; 5 GHz: 5150-5350MHz, 5470-5725MHz,
5725-5850MHz; 6 GHz: 5955-6415MHz
• Max Power Level : 2.4 GHz: 20dBm; 5 GHz: 23dBm; 6 GHz: 23dBm

Compliance Statement of Innovation, Science and Economic

Development Canada (ISED)
This device complies with with Innovation, Science and Economic Development
Canada’s licence-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation
of the device. Operation in the band 5150-5250 MHz is only for indoor use to
reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel mobile satellite
systems. CAN ICES-003(B)/NMB-003(B)

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經型式認證合格之低功率射頻電機，非經許可，公司、商號或使用者均不得擅自變更頻率、
加大功率或變更原設計之特性及功能。 低功率射頻電機之使用不得影響飛航安全及干擾合
法通信；經發現有干擾現象時，應立即停用，並改善至無干擾時方得繼續使用。前項合法
通信，指依電信法規定作業之無線電通信。低功率射頻電機須忍受合法通信或工業、科學
及醫療用電波輻射性電機設備之干擾。