Z690A Valkyrie - Wall socket BIOSTAR - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Motherboard
Brand	Biostar
Model	Z690A Valkyrie
Form Factor	ATX
Dimensions (W x L)	305 mm x 244 mm
Weight	Approximately 1.2 kg (including accessories)
CPU Support	Intel 12th/13th/14th Gen Core i9/i7/i5/i3, Pentium, Celeron (LGA1700)
Chipset	Intel Z690
Memory Support	4x DDR5 DIMM slots (max 192 GB) or 4x DDR4 DIMM slots (max 128 GB)
Storage Interfaces	4x M.2 (PCIe 4.0 x4 or SATA), 8x SATA 6 Gb/s
Expansion Slots	2x PCIe 5.0 x16, 1x PCIe 4.0 x16 (x4 mode)
LAN	Intel I225-V 2.5 Gb/s
Audio	Realtek ALC1220, 7.1-channel HD Audio
USB Ports (Rear)	1x USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C, 7x USB 3.2 Gen2, 2x HDMI, 2x DP
Power Connectors	24-pin ATX, 2x 8-pin CPU power
Operating System Support	Windows 10 (64-bit) / Windows 11 (64-bit)
BIOS Features	Dual BIOS, UEFI, BIO-Flasher utility
Cooling	CPU fan header, water cooling header, 3x system fan, 2x MOSFET fan headers
RGB Lighting	2x 5V addressable LED headers, 1x 12V RGB header, onboard LED zones
Safety Features	Overvoltage protection, overcurrent protection, CPU thermal protection
Accessories Included	4x SATA cables, user manual, driver DVD, smart connector

Frequently Asked Questions - Z690A Valkyrie BIOSTAR

What processor does the Biostar Z690A Valkyrie support?

The motherboard supports Intel 12th, 13th, and 14th Generation Core i9/i7/i5/i3 processors, as well as Pentium and Celeron CPUs, in the LGA1700 package.

What type of memory does this motherboard use?

The Z690A Valkyrie version supports DDR4 memory, with up to 128 GB across four slots. There is also a DDR5 variant (Z690 Valkyrie) that supports up to 192 GB. Both support XMP profiles.

How do I install the CPU correctly?

First, open the ILM lever and load plate. Align the CPU with the socket (note the orientation key), then close the load plate and lever. Ensure the plastic cover is removed before installation. Do not force the CPU.

How can I update the BIOS?

Use the BIO-Flasher utility from the BIOS setup. Save the BIOS file to a FAT32 USB drive, boot and press during POST, then select the file. Alternatively, use the BIOS Update Utility within Windows.

What should I do if the system won't boot?

First, check power connections and ensure the CPU cooler is properly seated. If the CPU overheats, clear the CMOS by pressing the CLR_CMOS button. Verify that all RAM modules are fully inserted.

Can I use both M.2 and SATA drives?

Yes, but note that when using a SATA SSD in the M2_PCIEG3_32G_SATA slot, the SATA_4 connector becomes disabled. Plan your storage accordingly.

How do I connect RGB lighting?

The board has 5V addressable RGB headers (for WS2818B strips) and a 12V RGB header (for 5050 strips). Use the Vivid LED DJ software to control lighting effects.

Does the motherboard support Intel Optane?

Yes, it supports Intel Optane Memory and storage on specific M.2 slots. Requires a 12th Gen or newer CPU and the Intel Rapid Storage Technology driver.

What are the audio specifications?

The audio codec is Realtek ALC1220, providing 7.1-channel HD Audio with front and rear Hi-Fi support. Use the SmartEAR utility for headphone impedance adjustment.

How do I reset the BIOS to default settings?

Press the CLR_CMOS button on the motherboard for 1–2 seconds while the system is off. Alternatively, enter BIOS and load optimized defaults from the Exit menu.

USER MANUAL Z690A Valkyrie BIOSTAR

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Table Of Contents

Chapter 1: Introduction....3

1.1 Before You Start 3
1.2 Package Checklist....3
1.3 Specifications....4
1.4 Rear Panel Connectors....6
1.5 Motherboard Layout .... 7

Chapter 2: Hardware installation....9

2.1 Install Central Processing Unit (CPU) 9
2.2 Install a Heatsink.... 11
2.3 Connect Cooling Fans 12
2.4 Install System Memory 13
2.5 Expansion Slots 15
2.6 Switch Setting 21
2.7 Headers & Connectors.... 22
2.8 Buttons, Indicators & LEDs 28

Chapter 3: UEFI BIOS & Software....29

3.1 UEFI BIOS Setup 29
3.2 BIOS Update.... 29
3.3 Software.... 33

Chapter 4: Useful help.... 44

4.1 Driver Installation 44
4.2 AMI BIOS Beep Code 45
4.3 AMI BIOS post code 45
4.4 Troubleshooting.... 47
4.5 RAID Functions.... 48
4.6 Intel® Optane™ Technology (powered by 3D XPoint memory)....50

APPENDIX: Specifications in Other Languages 51

Arabic....51
German....53
Spanish 55
Thai 57
Japan....59

Chapter 1: Introduction

1.1 Before You Start

Thank you for choosing our product. Before you start installing the motherboard, please make sure you follow the instructions below:

• Prepare a dry and stable working environment with sufficient lighting.
  • Always disconnect the computer from power outlet before operation.
• Before you take the motherboard out from anti-static bag, ground yourself properly by touching any safely grounded appliance, or use grounded wrist strap to remove the static charge.
• Avoid touching the components on motherboard or the rear side of the board unless necessary. Hold the board on the edge, do not try to bend or flex the board.
• Do not leave any unfastened small parts inside the case after installation. Loose parts will cause short circuits which may damage the equipment.
• Keep the computer from dangerous area, such as heat source, humid air and water.
• The operating temperatures of the computer should be 0 to 45 degrees Celsius.
  • To avoid injury, be careful of:
  Sharp pins on headers and connectors
  Rough edges and sharp corners on the chassis
  Damage to wires that could cause a short circuit

1.2 Package Checklist

• Serial ATA Cable x4
• User's Manual x1
  • Fully Setup Driver DVD x1
• Smart Connector x1

Note

» The package contents may be different due to the sales region or models in which it was sold. For more information about the standard package in your region, please contact your dealer or sales representative.

1.3 Specifications

Specifications
CPU Support	Support for 12th/13th/14th Generation Intel® CoreTM i9/ i7/ i5/ i3 processors and Intel® Pentium®processors/ Intel® Celeron® processors in the LGA1700 package* Please refer to www.biostar.com.tw for CPU support list.
Chipset Intel® Z690
Memory	-- Z690 VALKYRIESupports Dual Channel DDR5 6000+(OC) /5800(OC) / 5600(OC)/ 5400(OC)/ 5200(OC)/ 5000(OC)/ 48004x DDR5 DIMM Memory Slot, Max. Supports up to 192 GB MemoryEach DIMM supports non-ECC 8/ 16/ 24/ 32/ 48 GB DDR5 moduleSupport Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory modules* Please refer to www.biostar.com.tw for Memory support list.
	-- Z690A VALKYRIESupports Dual Channel DDR4 5000+(OC)/ 4333(OC)/ 4133(OC)/ 4000(OC)/ 3800(OC)/ 3600(OC)/ 3200/2933/ 2800/ 2666/ 2400/ 2133/ 18664x DDR4 DIMM Memory Slot, Max. Supports up to 128 GB MemoryEach DIMM supports non-ECC 4/ 8/ 16/ 32GB DDR4 moduleSupport Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory modules* Please refer to www.biostar.com.tw for Memory support list.
Storage	-- Total supports 4x M.2 socket and 8x SATA (6Gb/s) portsIntel 12th/13th/14th Processors1x M.2 (M Key) Socket (M2_PCIEG4_64G_1):Supports M.2 Type 2280 SSD moduleSupports PCIe 4.0x 4 (64Gb/s) - NVMe/ AHCI SSDSupports Intel® Optane TechnologyIntel Z690 Chipset1xM.2 (M Key) Socket (M2_PCIEG4_64G_2):Supports M.2 Type 2280/22110 SSD moduleSupports PCIe 4.0x 4 (64Gb/s) - NVMe/ AHCI SSDSupports Intel® Optane Technology1xM.2 (M Key) Socket (M2_PCIEG4_64G_3):Supports M.2 Type 2280/22110 SSD moduleSupports PCIe 4.0x 4 (64Gb/s) - NVMe/ AHCI SSDSupports Intel® Optane Technology1xM.2 (M Key) Socket (M2_PCIEG3_32G_SATA):Supports M.2 Type 2242/2260/ 2280/ 22110 SSD moduleSupports PCIe 3.0x 4 (32Gb/s) - NVMe/AHCI SSD & SATA III (6Gb/s) SSD8x SATA (6Gb/s) Connector :Supports AHCI, RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 (Support Only SATA_1~SATA_4) & Intel® Rapid Storage Technology* Specifications vary by CPU types.
LAN	-- Z690 VALKYRIEReltek RTL8125B10/ 100/ 1000/ 2500 Mb/s auto negotiation, Half /Full duplex capability	-- Z690A VALKYRIEIntel I225-V10/ 100/ 1000/ 2500 Mb/s auto negotiation, Half /Full duplex capability
Audio Codec	ALC12207.1 Channels, High Definition Audio, Hi-Fi(Front + Rear)
USB	2x USB 3.2 (Gen2x2) Type-C port (1 on rear I/O and 1 via internal header)9x USB 3.2 (Gen2) port (7 on rear I/Os and 2 via internal header)4x USB 2.0 port (4 via internal header)
Expansion Slots	Intel 12th/13th/14th Processors2x PCIe 5.0 x16 Slot (x16 or x8/x8 mode)Intel Z690 Chipset1x PCIe 4.0 x16 Slot (x4 mode)* Specifications vary by CPU types.
Rear I/Os	2x WIFI Antenna Port2x HDMI Port (2.0/1.4)2x DP Port (1.4/1.2)7x USB 3.2 (Gen2) Port1x USB 3.2(Gen2x2) TYPE-C-Port5x Audio Jack1x PS/2-Keyboard & Mouse Port1x 2.5 Gigabit LAN1x SPDIF_Out
Internal I/Os	8x SATA III Connector (6Gb/s)1x M.2 (E Key) Socket : Supports 2230 type Wi-Fi & Bluetooth module and Intel® CNVi2x USB 2.0 Header (each header supports 2 USB 2.0 ports)1x USB 3.2 (Gen2) Header (each header supports 2 USB 3.2 (Gen2) ports)1x USB 3.2 (Gen2x2) Type-C Port (each header supports 1 USB 3.2 (Gen2x2) port)2x 8-Pin Power Connector1x 24-Pin Power Connector1x CPU Fan Connector1x CPU water cooling connector (CPU_OPT)3x System Fan Connector2x MOSFET Fan Connector1x Front Panel Header1x Front Audio Header1x Internal Stereo Speaker Header1x Clear CMOS Switch Button1x Power Switch Button1x Reset Switch Button1x COM Port Header1x TPM Header1x Thunderbolt Header2x LED Header (5V)1x LED Header (12V)1x IO LED Header1x SB LED Header* M.2 (E Key) Wi-Fi card is not provided
Form Factor ATX Form F	Factor, 305 mm x 244 mm
OS Support	Windows 10(64bit) / Windows 11(64bit)* Biostar reserves the right to add or remove support for any OS with or without notice.

1.4 Rear Panel Connectors

Note

» HDMI/ DP ports only work with an Intel® integrated Graphics Processor.
» Maximum resolution

HDMI: 4096 x 2160 @60Hz, compliant with HDMI 2.0; 4096 x 2160 @30Hz, compliant with HDMI 1.4

DP: 5120 x 3200 @60Hz, compliant with DP 1.4; 4096 x 2160 @60Hz, compliant with DP 1.2

» The mainboard supports two onboard display outputs at same time and the display output configuration can be selected in Intel graphics driver utility.
» When using the front HD audio jack and plug in the headset, the rear sound will be automatically Disabled.
» The WiFi antenna port allows you to connect to the E Key module and use the WiFi & Bluetooth function.

1.5 Motherboard Layout

Z690 VALKYRIE

Note

» ■ represents the 1st pin.

Z690A VALKYRIE

Note

» ■ represents the 1st pin.

Chapter 2: Hardware installation

2.1 Install Central Processing Unit (CPU)

Step 1: Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard

Note

» Remove pin cap before installation, and make good preservation for future use. When the CPU is removed, cover the pin cap on the empty socket to ensure pin legs won't be damaged.
» The motherboard might equip with two different types of pin cap. Please refer below instruction to remove the pin cap.

Step 2: Step 2: Open ILM Lever and then load plate using finger tab.

Step 3: Align and seat processor package on socket.

Step 4: Close the load plate.

Technical illustration of a mechanical component with mounting base and internal wiring (no text or symbols)

Step 5: Remove and save cover.

Mechanical assembly diagram showing a component being rotated with a blue arrow (no text or symbols present)

Step 6: Close ILM Lever and latch

3D diagram of a mechanical component with a blue rotation arrow indicating assembly (no text or symbols)

Note

» Ensure that you install the correct CPU designed for LGA1700 socket.
» The CPU fits only in one correct orientation. Do not force the CPU into the socket to prevent damaging the CPU.

2.2 Install a Heatsink

Step 1: Place the CPU fan assembly on top of the installed CPU and make sure that the four fasteners match the motherboard holes. Orient the assembly and make the fan cable is closest to the CPU fan connector.

Step 2: Press down two fasteners at one time in a diagonal sequence to secure the CPU fan assembly in place. As each fastener locks into position a click should be heard.

Note

» Apply the thermal interface material on the CPU before heatsink installation, if necessary.
» Do not forget to connect the CPU fan connector.
» For proper installation, please kindly refer to the installation manual of your CPU heatsink.

2.3 Connect Cooling Fans

These fan headers support cooling-fans built in the computer. The fan cable and connector may be different according to the fan manufacturer.

CPU_FAN/ CPU_OPT: CPU Fan Header

Pin Assignment

1 Ground

2 +12V

3 FAN RPM rate sense

4 Al Fan Control

SYS_FAN1/ SYS_FAN2/ SYS_FAN3: System Fan Header

Pin Assignment

1 Ground

2 +12V

3 FAN RPM rate sense

4 Al Fan Control

MOSFET_FAN1/ MOSFET_FAN2: MOSFET Fan Header

Pin Assignment

1 Ground

2 +12V

3 FAN RPM rate sense

4 Al Fan Control

Note

» CPU_FAN, CPU_OPT, SYS_FAN1/2/3 support 4-pin and 3-pin head connectors. When connecting with wires onto connectors, please note that the red wire is the positive and should be connected to pin#2, and the black wire is Ground and should be connected to pin#1(GND).
» MOSFET_FAN1/ MOSFET_FAN2 support 4-pin head connectors.
» CPU Fan Header (CPU_OPT): Support water cooling fan and CPU fan.

2.4 Install System Memory

DDR4 / DDR5 Modules

Step 1: Unlock a DIMM slot by pressing the retaining clips outward. Align a DIMM on the slot such that the notch on the DIMM matches the break on the slot.

Technical line drawing of a computer RAM module with a blue circular component and rotation arrow (no text or symbols)

Step 2: Insert the DIMM vertically and firmly into the slot until the retaining clips snap back in place and the DIMM is properly seated.

Isometric line drawing of a rectangular electronic component with multiple slots and a side tab, showing directional arrows (no text or symbols)

Note

» If the DIMM does not go in smoothly, do not force it. Pull it all the way out and try again.

Memory Capacity

DIMM Socket Location DDR4 Module Total Memory Size
DDR4_A1 4GB/8GB/16GB/32GB	Max is 128GB.
DDR4_A2 4GB/8GB/16GB/32GB
DDR4_B1 4GB/8GB/16GB/32GB
DDR4_B2 4GB/8GB/16GB/32GB
DIMM Socket Location DDR5 Module Total Memory Size
DDR5_A1 8GB/16GB/24GB/32GB/48GB	Max is 192GB.
DDR5_A2 8GB/16GB/24GB/32GB/48GB
DDR5_B1 8GB/16GB/24GB/32GB/48GB
DDR5_B2 8GB/16GB/24GB/32GB/48GB

Dual Channel Memory Installation

Please refer to the following requirements to activate Dual Channel function: Install memory module of the same density in pairs, shown in the table.

Dual Channel Status DDR4_A1 DDR4_	A2 DDR4_B1 DDR4_B2
Enabled O X O X
Enabled X O X O
Enabled O O O O
Dual Channel Status DDR5_A1 DDR5_	A2 DDR5_B1 DDR5_B2
Enabled O X O X
Enabled X O X O
Enabled O O O O

(O means memory installed, X means memory not installed.)

Note

» When installing more than one memory module, we recommend to use the same brand and capacity memory on this motherboard.

2.5 Expansion Slots

PCIEG5X16: PCI-Express Gen5 x16 Slots (x16 or x8 mode)

• PCI-Express 5.0 compliant.
- The maximum bandwidth of the PCIe slot is 128GB/s.

PCIEG5X8: PCI-Express Gen5 x16 Slots (x8 mode)

• PCI-Express 5.0 compliant.
- The maximum bandwidth of the PCIe slot is 64GB/s.

PCIEG4X4: PCI-Express Gen4 x16 Slots (x4 mode)

• PCI-Express 4.0 compliant.
• The maximum bandwidth of the PCIe slot is 16GB/s.

M2 \_PCIEG4\_64G\_1: M.2 (M Key) Socket

• Supports M.2 Type 2280 SSD module
• Supports PCIe 4.0x 4 (64Gb/s) - NVMe/ AHCI SSD
• Supports Intel® Optane Technology

M2\_PCIEG4\_64G\_2: M.2 (M Key) Socket

• Supports M.2 Type 2280/22110 SSD module
• Supports PCIe 4.0x 4 (64Gb/s) - NVMe/ AHCI SSD
• Supports Intel® Optane Technology

M2\_PCIEG4\_64G\_3: M.2 (M Key) Socket

• Supports M.2 Type 2280/22110 SSD module
• Supports PCIe 4.0x 4 (64Gb/s) - NVMe/ AHCI SSD
• Supports Intel® Optane Technology

M2 \_PCIEG4\_32G\_SATA: M.2 (M Key) Socket

• Supports M.2 Type 2242/2260/2280/22110 SSD module
• Supports PCIe 3.0x 4 (32Gb/s) - NVMe/AHCI SSD & SATA III (6Gb/s) SSD

HYBRID\_WIFI6: M.2 (E Key) Socket (M.2 (E Key) Wi-Fi card is not provided)

• Support M.2 socket 2230 type module.
- Supports WiFi/ Bluetooth module and Intel® CNVi (Integrated WiFi/ BT).

Note

» When using SATA SSD module on M.S slot (M2_PCIEG3_32G_SATA), the SATA 4 connector will be disabled.

M.2 Slot module sharing status

When M.2 Slot is installed with PCIe or SATA SSD mode interface, the usage status of SATA connector. (O means SATA connector enables, X means SATA connector disables.)

1x M.2 SATA SSD Slot + 3x M.2 PCIe SSD Slot

4x M.2 PCIe SSD Slot -- 8x SATA HDDs

-- 7x SATA HDDs

Install an Expansion Card

You can install your expansion card by following steps:

• Read the related expansion card's instruction document before install the expansion card into the computer.
• Remove your computer's chassis cover, screws and slot bracket from the computer.
• Place a card in the expansion slot and press down on the card until it is completely seated in the slot.
• Secure the card's metal bracket to the chassis back panel with a screw. (This step is only for installing a VGA card.).
• Replace your computer's chassis cover.
  • Power on the computer, if necessary, change BIOS settings for the expansion card.
  • Install related driver for the expansion card.

Note

» Please be note that you will need to use M2 type screwdriver if you want to install or uninstall the screw. It is recommended not to use a screwdriver that does not meet the specifications, otherwise the screw may be damaged.

Install M.2 COOLING Heatsink

Steps of Removing the M.2 COOLING Heatsink:

Technical line drawings of three mechanical components with mounting holes (no text or symbols)

Step 1:

Before inserting the M.2 SSD card, please loosen the screws on the edge of the heat sink and remove the heat sink.

Step 2:

Insert the M.2 SSD card into the M.2 slot, and use screws to lock the M.2 SSD card on the motherboard.

Step 3:

After installing the M.2 SSD card, place the heatsink and tighten the screws to fix the heatsink on the motherboard.

Note

» Please follow the installation instructions of M.2 COOLING Heatsink and remove the M.2 COOLING Heatsink to install the M.2 SSD card onto your motherboard.

2.6 Switch Setting

BIOS\_SW1: Dual BIOS Switch

The Dual BIOS Switch allows you to choose one of the BIOS ROMs (ROM1/ ROM2) for boot up.

Note

» Do not use this switch when your system is power-on.
» Before flashing BIOS ROMs, please make sure this switch is set to the BIOS ROM which you want to update.

When the LN2 mode is ON, the CPU will run at its lowest frequency (e.g., 800MHz) to avoid unexpected system shutdown.

OFF (Default)

ON

Note

» We are not responsible for the damages or risks caused by overclocking.

2.7 Headers & Connectors

ATX: ATX Power Source Connector

For better compatibility, we recommend to use a standard ATX 24-pin power supply for this connector. Make sure to find the correct orientation before plugging the connector.

Pin Assignment Pin Assignment
13 +3.3V 1 +3.3V
14 -12V 2 +3.3V
15 Ground 3 Ground
16 PS_ON 4 +5V
17 Ground 5 Ground
18 Ground 6 +5V
19 Ground 7 Ground
20 NC 8 PW_OK
21 +5V 9 Standby Voltage+5V
22 +5V 10 +12V
23 +5V 11 +12V
24 Ground 12 +3.3V

ATX\_12V\_2X4\_1/ ATX\_12V\_2X4\_2: ATX Power Source Connector

The connector provides +12V to the CPU power circuit. If the CPU power plug is 4-pin, Please refer to the following methods to install:

1. When Power Supply has two 8-pin CPU power plugs: please install at ATX_12V_2X4_1 and ATX_12V_2X4_2.
2. When Power Supply has only one 8pin CPU power plug: please install it in ATX_12V_2X4_1 or ATX_12V_2X4_2.
3. When the Power Supply has only a 4-pin CPU power plug: Please install on Pin 1-2-5-6 of ATX 12V 2X4 1 or Pin 1-2-5-6 of ATX 12V 2X4 2.

Pin Assignment

1 +12V

2 +12V

3 +12V

4 +12V

5 Ground

6 Ground

7 Ground

8 Ground

Note

» Before you power on the system, please make sure that both ATX, ATX_12V_2X4_1 and ATX_12V_2X4_2 connectors have been plugged-in.
» Insufficient power supplied to the system may result in instability or the peripherals not functioning properly. Use of a PSU with a higher power output is recommended when configuring a system with more power-consuming devices.

F\_PANEL: Front Panel Header

This 10-pin header includes Power-on, Reset, HDD LED, Power LED connection.

Pin	Assignment Function Pin	Assignment Function
1 HDD LED(+)	HDDLED (-)	2 Power LED (+)	PowerLED
3 HDD LED(-) 4 PowEDED
5 Ground	Reset Button	6 Power Button	Power-OnButton
7 Reset Control 8
9 NC NC 10 NA NA

SPKR: Chassis Speaker Header

Please connect the chassis speaker to this header.

Pin Assignment

1 +5V

2 N/A

3 N/A

4 Speaker

TPM\_SPI: Trusted Platform Module Header

This header allows you to store cryptographic keys that protect information.

Pin	Assignment	Pin	Assignment
1	VCCSPI	2	S_SPI_TPM_IRQ#
3	S_PLTRST#	4	S_SPI_TPM_CS2#
5	NC	6	F_BIOS_WP#_R
7	+3V_SPI	8	GND
9	F_SPI_CS0#_R	10	T_SPI_CLK
11 T_SPI_MISO	12 T_SPI_MOSI
13 F_SPI_HOLD#_R	14 N/A
15 N/A	16 N/A
17 TSPI_PIRQ#	18 N/A
19 TSPI_RST#	20 N/A

SATA\_1/ SATA\_2/ SATA\_3/ SATA\_4/ SATA\_5/ SATA\_6/ SATA\_7/ SATA\_8: Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s Connectors

These connectors connect to SATA hard disk drives via SATA cables.

Pin Assignment

1 Ground

2 TX+

3 TX-

4 Ground

5 RX-

6 RX+

7 Ground

Note

» When using SATA SSD module on M.S slot (M2_PCIEG3_32G_SATA), the SATA 4 connector will be disabled.

F\_USB32\_A-10G: Header for USB 3.2 (Gen2) Ports at Front Panel

This header allows user to add additional USB ports on the PC front panel, and also can be connected with a wide range of external peripherals.

Pin Assignment Pin	Assignment
1 VBUS0 11 D2+
2 SSRX1- 12 D2-
3 SSRX1+ 13 Ground
4 Ground 14 SSTX2-
5 SSTX1- 15 SSTX2-
6 SSTX1+ 16 Ground
7 Ground 17 SSRX2-
8 D1- 18 SSRX2-
9 D1+ 19 VBUS1
10 ID 20 Key

F\_USB32\_C-20G: Header for USB 3.2 (Gen2x2) Ports at Front Panel

This USB type-C header allows user to add additional USB ports on the PC front panel, and also can be connected with a wide range of external peripherals.

Pin	Assignment Pin	Assignment
1 VBUS 11 VBUS
2 SSTX1+ 12 SSTX2+
3 SSTX1- 13 SSTX2-
4 Ground 14 Ground
5 SSRX1+ 15 SSRX2+
6 SSRX1- 16 SSRX2-
7 VBUS 17 Ground
8 CC1	18 D-
9 SBU1	19 D+
10 SBU2	20 CC2

F\_USB20\_1/ F\_USB20\_2: Header for USB 2.0 Ports at Front Panel

This header allows user to add additional USB ports on the PC front panel, and also can be connected with a wide range of external peripherals.

Pin Assignment

1 +5V (fused)

2 +5V (fused)

3 USB-

4 USB-

5 USB+

6 USB+

7 Ground

8 Ground

9 Key

10 NC

THUNDERBOLT: Thunderbolt Header

This header allows user to add additional Thunderbolt ports on the PC front panel, and also can be connected with a wide range of external peripherals.

Pin Assignment

1 Force Power

2 NC

3 CIO Plug Event

4 SMB_DATA_MAIN

5 SLP_S3_N

6 SMB_CLK_MAIN

7 SLP_S5_N

8 3VB_AIC_PD_INT#

9 GND

10 GND

F\_AUDIO1: Front Panel Audio Header

This header allows user to connect the chassis-mount front panel audio I/O which supports HD.

HD Audio

Pin Assignment

1 Mic Left in

2 Ground

3 Mic Right in

4 GPIO

5 Right line in

6 Jack Sense

7 Front Sense

8 Key

9 Left line in

10 Jack Sense

Note

» When using the front HD audio jack and plug in the headset, the rear sound will be automatically Disabled.
» It is recommended that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to avail of the motherboard's high definition audio capability.

COM: Serial Port Header

The motherboard has a serial port header for connecting RS-232 Port.

Pin Assignment

1 Carrier detect

2 Received data

3 Transmitted data

4 Data terminal ready

5 Signal ground

6 Data set ready

7 Request to send

8 Clear to send

9 Ring indicator

10 Key

12V\_LED: RGB LED Device (5050 SMD) Header

This header providers 12V power and RGB control pins for RGB LED Device (5050 SMD).

5V\_LED1/ 5V\_LED2: Addressable RGB LED Device (WS2818B) Header

This header providers 5V power and Data control pins for RGB LED Device (WS2818B).

Note

» Ensure proper pin connecting to your LED device, wrong connection may damage your LED device or motherboard.
» The 12V_LED connector supports to 5050 RGB LED strips with the maximum power rating of 3A (12V).
» The 5V_LED connector supports up to 300 LEDs WS2818B individually Addressable RGB LED strips with the maximum power rating of 3A (5V).
» Please use the Vivid LED DJ software to control the LEDs. For detailed software setting information, refer to chapter 3.3.

2.8 Buttons, Indicators & LEDs

On-Board Buttons

Indicators

SW\_PWR:

Touch this button to turn-on/off the system.

SW\_RST:

Touch this button to reboot the system.

CLR\_CMOS:

Press the button 1\~2 Seconds to load the BIOS defaults.

BIOS POST Code Indicator:

The indicator will show POST code while booting. Please refer to Chapter 4.3 for all the BIOS POST codes.

LEDs

Below LEDs are controlled by AURORA program. Please refer to Chapter 3.3 for more detail software setting.

1. RGB LED Header(5V/12V)

2. ARMOR GEAR LEDs

3. South Bridge LEDs

Chapter 3: UEFI BIOS & Software

3.1 UEFI BIOS Setup

• The BIOS Setup program can be used to view and change the BIOS settings for the computer. The BIOS Setup program is accessed by pressing the key after the Power-On Self-Test (POST) memory test begins and before the operating system boot begins.
• For further information of setting up the UEFI BIOS, please refer to the UEFI BIOS Manual on our website.

3.2 BIOS Update

The BIOS can be updated using either of the following utilities:

• BIOSTAR BIO-Flasher: Using this utility, the BIOS can be updated from a file on a hard disk, a USB drive (a flash drive or a USB hard drive), or a CD-ROM.
• BIOSTAR BIOS Update Utility: It enables automated updating while in the Windows environment. Using this utility, the BIOS can be updated from a file on a hard disk, a USB drive (a flash drive or a USB hard drive), or a CD-ROM, or from the file location on the Web.

BIOSTAR BIO-Flasher

Note

» This utility only allows storage device with FAT32/16 format and single partition.
» Shutting down or resetting the system while updating the BIOS will lead to system boot failure.

Updating BIOS with BIOSTAR BIO-Flasher

1. Go to the website to download the latest BIOS file for the motherboard.
2. Then, copy and save the BIOS file into a USB flash (pen) drive.(Only supported FAT/FAT32 format)
3. Insert the USB pen drive that contains the BIOS file to the USB port.

4. Power on or reset the computer and then press during the POST process.

5. After entering the POST screen, the BIO-FLASHER utility pops out. Choose to search for the BIOS file.

1. Select the proper BIOS file, and a message asking if you are sure to flash the BIOS file. Click "Yes" to start updating BIOS.

2. A dialog pops out after BIOS flash is completed, asking you to restart the system. Press the key to restart system.

1. While the system boots up and the full screen logo shows up, press key to enter BIOS setup.

After entering the BIOS setup, please go to the , using the function to load Optimized Defaults, and select to restart the computer. Then the BIOS Update is completed.

BIOS Update Utility (through the Internet)

1. Installing BIOS Update Utility from the DVD Driver.

2. Please make sure the system is connected to the internet before using this function.

3. Launch BIOS Update Utility and click the "Online Update" button on the main screen.

4. An open dialog will show up to request your agreement to start the BIOS update. Click "Yes" to start the online update procedure.

1. If there is a new BIOS version, the utility will ask you to download it. Click "Yes" to proceed.

2. After the download is completed, you will be asked to program (update) the BIOS or not. Click "Yes" to proceed.

3. After the updating process is finished, you will be asked you to reboot the system. Click "OK" to reboot.

1. While the system boots up and the full screen logo shows up, press key to enter BIOS setup.

After entering the BIOS setup, please go to the , using the function to load Optimized Defaults, and select and to restart the computer. Then, the BIOS Update is completed.

BIOS Update Utility (through a BIOS file)

1. Installing BIOS Update Utility from the DVD Driver.

2. Download the proper BIOS from http://www.biostar.com.tw/

3. Launch BIOS Update Utility and click the "Update BIOS" button on the main screen.

4. A warning message will show up to request your agreement to start the BIOS update. Click "OK" to start the update procedure.

1. Choose the location for your BIOS file in the system. Please select the proper BIOS file, and then click on "Open". It will take several minutes, please be patient.

2. After the BIOS Update process is finished, click on "OK" to reboot the system.

3. While the system boots up and the full screen logo shows up, press key to enter BIOS setup.

After entering the BIOS setup, please go to the , using the function to load Optimized Defaults, and select to restart the computer. Then, the BIOS Update is completed.

Backup BIOS

Click the Backup BIOS button on the main screen for the backup of BIOS, and select a proper location for your backup BIOS file in the system, and click "Save".

3.3 Software

Installing Software

1. Insert the Setup DVD to the optical drive. The driver installation program would appear if the Auto-run function has been enabled.
2. Select Software Installation, and then click on the respective software title.
3. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.

Launching Software

After the installation process is completed, you will see the software icon showing on the desktop. Double-click the icon to launch it.

Note

» All the information and content about following software are subject to be changed without notice. For better performance, the software is being continuously updated.
» The information and pictures described below are for your reference only. The actual information and settings on board may be slightly different from this manual.

BIOScreen Utility

This utility allows you to personalize your boot logo easily. You can choose BMP as your boot logo so as to customize your computer.

Please follow the step-by-step instructions below to update boot logo:

• Load Image: Choose the picture as the boot logo.
• Transform: Transform the picture for BIOS and preview the result.
• Update Bios: Write the picture to BIOS Memory to complete the update.

AURORA Utility

AURORA is an easy-to-use program that integrates several BIOSTAR utilities and allows users to configure these utilities simultaneously and seamlessly.

Note

» Menu contents of AURORA will be different slightly, depending on different motherboard of users' computers.
» When the software is installed or removed, restart your computer.

System Information

This System Information tab provides you an overview of the basic system information.

1. Clocks: Shows core speed, multiplier and bus speed.
2. Motherboard: Shows motherboard information.
3. Processor: Shows CPU information.
4. Memory: Shows memory information.
   » Click on different memory slot buttons to get the memory information.

SmartEAR

Smart EAR allows you to control system volume and adjust impedance setting (Low/High Gain) to optimize your headphone performance. You can easily enjoy high-quality and awesome sound.

Requirements:

1. A chassis with front audio output jacks
2. An earphone or a headphone
3. Windows 10(64bit) / 11(64bit) operation system

Installation Guide:

1. Make sure the front audio cable of the chassis connected to the front audio header of the motherboard properly.
2. Install the AURORA program from the driver DVD.
3. Connect the earphone or headphone to the front audio jack of the chassis or audio lineout port of rear I/Os.

» If you want to use an AC'97 front audio output cable, please disable the "Front Panel Jack Detection" setting. This setting can be found via O.S. Audio Utility.

1. Volume Control Knob: The volume can be finely adjusted by turning the knob either clockwise or anti-clockwise to increase or decrease system volume accordingly.
2. Mute: To disable system sound.
3. High/Low Gain Switch: Keep the gain switch to low for low impedance headphone and set to high for high impedance headphone.

GT Touch

GT Touch allows you to adjust Normal, ECO and Sport mode when running AURORA program in Windows environment.

1. Normal Mode: It balances energy consumption and system performance.
2. ECO Mode: It saves energy by slightly reducing system performance.
3. Sport Mode: It provides the highest level of system performance.

Vivid LED DJ

Vivid LED DJ can adjust your color scheme of ARMOR GEAR, RGB LED Device.

1. LED COMMANDER: Allows you to select the LED mode.

- Default: Default LED illuminations. (Blue light)

- RAZER: Allows you to connect to the RAZER app to sync the motherboard lights.

» When using RAZER mode, turn off AURORA Software and LED illumination will return to the default state.

» RAZER mode is to achieve LED illumination synchronization through the connection with RAZER software.

» RAZER software must be installed to use RAZER mode. RAZER ICON will appear after the software is installed.

» When using RAZER mode, it must be used with RAZER related devices and peripheral devices.

» RAZER related information please go to RAZER official website download.

- RGB Sync : Allows you to synchronize the LED Type item settings.

1. LED Type: Select the LED lighting blocks.

• System : System LED illuminations. (Racing ARMOR)

• 12V LED : The 12V LED illumination. (12V_LED Device)

- 5V LED: The 5V LED illumination. (5V_LED Device)

• Memory Sync : The RGB Audio LED illumination. (Memory LED)

1. ON/OFF: To enable or disable VIVID LED function.

2. ON/OFF: Allows you to enable or disable LED of a single item.

3. Color Palette: Allows to you choose specific color of the LEDs.

4. LED Brightness Bar: Allows you to adjust the LED brightness.

5. Auto: LEDs will Automatically change the Color Palette and LED Brightness.

» If you select Auto mode, the Color Pallette and LED Brightness Bar will disabled.

1. LED SPARKLE: Allows to you choose sparkle of the LEDs.

• Permanent: LEDs are constantly lit.
• Shine: LEDs flash at a specific frequency.
- Breath: LEDs gradually flash on and off.
- Shine & Music: LEDs will flash according the music played on your system.

» Please make sure your speaker or earphone is properly connected to audio jack before using AURORA program.

- Meteor: LEDs slide at a specific frequency.

• Wave: LEDs are presented in a water wave rhythm.

• Starry sky: LEDs flicker at a specific rhythm.

• Lightning: LEDs flash and slide at a specific frequency.

- Rainbow: LEDs lights to dazzling colorful rhythm.

- Aurora: LEDs shows soft light and flickers lightly.

1. High/Low Speed Switch: Allows you to control the flicker speed.

Note

» With VIVID LED DJ users can control the four LED light zones independently with different flashing modes (LED SPARKLE).

A.I Fan

A.I FAN utility smartly allows PC users to have more customizability of fan operating modes and automatically detects different temperatures to make fan operating at defined speed for optimal cooling performance.

1. Temperature: Shows the current CPU and system temperature.
2. CPU FAN/ CPU OPT RPM & SYSTEM1/2/3 RPM & MOS FAN RPM: Click button to set the status value of CPU fan, system fan and MOS fan.

» Display items, please focus on the actual motherboard

1. Default: Restore defaults your changes value of a single item.
2. PWM/Temperature Panel: According to the fan PWM value corresponding to CPU and system temperature to adjust the fan speed.
   » Allows you to adjust according to your preferences.
3. User Selection: Sets the fan property controls the actual selection operation.

• Auto: Allows you to adjust the Automatic detection Mode.
• DC: Allows you to adjust the Direct Current (DC) Mode.
- PWM: Allows you to adjust the Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) Mode.

1. Control Mode: Allows you to control mode of the fans.

2. Quiet: Enable Quiet mode.

3. Aggressive: Enable Aggressive mode.
4. Manual: Enable Manual mode.
   • Full on: Enable Full On mode.

H/W Monitor

The HW Monitor tab allows you to monitor hardware voltage, fan speed, and temperature.

1. CPU Temperature/System Temperature/MOS Temperature:

Shows the current CPU, system temperature and Mos Temperature.

1. Fan: Shows the current fans' speed.
2. Voltage: Shows the current voltages of CPU and memory.
3. Current: Shows the current of PSU 12V, CPU and CPU GT.

oc/ov

The OC/OV tab allows you to save or load the OC/OV setting profiles, change system frequency and voltage settings.

1. OC: Allows you to adjust overclocking profile values.
2. OV: Allows you to adjust voltage profile values.

1. Default: Restore defaults your changes.
2. Apply: Apply your changes.
3. Load: Load the profile values from the file.
4. Save: Store the profile values for future use.

Note

» Not all types of CPU perform above overclock setting ideally; the difference will be based on the selected CPU model.
» Overclock is an optional process, but not a “must-do” process; it is not recommended for inexperienced users. Therefore, we will not be responsible for any hardware damage which may be caused by overclocking. We also would not guarantee any overclocking performance.

About

The About menu to display the AURORA Utility version information.

Chapter 4: Useful help

4.1 Driver Installation

After you installed your operating system, please insert the Fully Setup Driver DVD into your optical drive and install the driver for better system performance.

You will see the following window after you insert the DVD

The setup guide will auto detect your motherboard and operating system.

A. Driver Installation

To install the driver, please click on the Driver icon. The setup guide will list the compatible driver for your motherboard and operating system. Click on each device driver to launch the installation program.

B. Software Installation

To install the software, please click on the Software icon. The setup guide will list the software available for your system, click on each software title to launch the installation program.

C. Manual

Aside from the paperback manual, we also provide manual in the Driver DVD. Click on the Manual icon to browse for available manual.

Note

» If this window didn't show up after you insert the Driver DVD, please use file browser to locate and execute the file SETUP.EXE under your optical drive.
» You will need Acrobat Reader to open the manual file. Please download the latest version of Acrobat Reader software from http://get.adobe.com/reader/
» The motherboard used in the illustrations may not resemble the actual board. these illustrations are for reference only.

4.2 AMI BIOS Beep Code

Boot Block Beep Codes

Number of Beeps Description

Continuing Memory sizing error or Memory module not found

POST BIOS Beep Codes

Number of Beeps Description
1 Success booting.
8 Display memory error	(system video adapter)

4.3 AMI BIOS post code

Code Description

10 PEI Core is started

11 Pre-memory CPU initialization is started

15 Pre-memory North Bridge initialization is started

19 Pre-memory South Bridge initialization is started

2B Memory initialization. Serial Presence Detect (SPD) data reading

2C Memory initialization. Memory presence detection

2D Memory initialization. Programming memory timing information

2E Memory initialization. Configuring memory

2F Memory initialization (other).

31 Memory Installed

32 CPU post-memory initialization is started

33 CPU post-memory initialization. Cache initialization

34 CPU post-memory initialization. Application Processor(s) (AP) initialization

35 CPU post-memory initialization. Boot Strap Processor (BSP) selection

36 CPU post-memory initialization. System Management Mode (SMM) initialization

37 Post-Memory North Bridge initialization is started

3B Post-Memory North Bridge initialization (North Bridge module specific)

4F DXE IPL is started

60 DXE Core is started

F0 Recovery condition triggered by firmware (Auto recovery)

F1 Recovery condition triggered by user (Forced recovery)

F2 Recovery process started

F3 Recovery firmware image is found

F4 Recovery firmware image is loaded

E0 S3 Resume is stared (S3 Resume PPI is called by the DXE IPL)

E1 S3 Boot Script execution

E2 Video repost

E3 OS S3 wake vector call

60 DXE Core is started

61 NVRAM initialization

62 Installation of the South Bridge Runtime Services

63 CPU DXE initialization is started

68 PCI host bridge initialization

69 North Bridge DXE initialization is started

6A North Bridge DXE SMM initialization is started

Code	Description
70	South Bridge DXE initialization is started
71	South Bridge DXE SMM initialization is started
72	South Bridge devices initialization
78	South Bridge DXE Initialization (South Bridge module specific)
79	ACPI module initialization
90	Boot Device Selection (BDS) phase is started
91	Driver connecting is started
92	PCI Bus initialization is started
93	PCI Bus Hot Plug Controller Initialization
94	PCI Bus Enumeration
95	PCI Bus Request Resources
96	PCI Bus Assign Resources
97	Console Output devices connect
98	Console input devices connect
99	Super IO Initialization
9A	USB initialization is started
9B	USB Reset
9C	USB Detect
9D	USB Enable
A0	IDE initialization is started
A1	IDE Reset
A2	IDE Detect
A3	IDE Enable
A4	SCSI initialization is started
A5	SCSI Reset
A6	SCSI Detect
A7	SCSI Enable
A8	Setup Verifying Password
A9	Start of Setup
AB	Setup Input Wait
AD	Ready To Boot event
AE	Legacy Boot event
AF	Exit Boot Services event
B0	Runtime Set Virtual Address MAP Begin
B1	Runtime Set Virtual Address MAP End
B2	Legacy Option ROM Initialization
B3	System Reset
B4	USB hot plug
B5	PCI bus hot plug
B6	Clean-up of NVRAM
B7	Configuration Reset (reset of NVRAM settings)

4.4 Troubleshooting

Probable Solution
1. There is no power in the system. Power LED does not shine; the fan of the power supply does not work2. Indicator light on keyboard does not shine.	1. Make sure power cable is securely plugged in.2. Replace cable.3. Contact technical support.
System is inoperative. Keyboard lights are on, power indicator lights are lit, and hard drives are running.	Using even pressure on both ends of the DIMM, press down firmly until the module snaps into place.
System does not boot from a hard disk drive, but can be booted from optical drive.	1. Check cable running from disk to disk controller board. Make sure both ends are securely plugged in; check the drive type in the standard CMOS setup.2. Backing up the hard drive is extremely important. All hard disks are capable of breaking down at any time.
System only boots from an optical drive. Hard disks can be read, applications can be used, but system fails to boot from a hard disk.	1. Back up data and applications files.2. Reformat the hard drive. Re-install applications and data using backup disks.
Screen message shows “Invalid Configuration” or “CMOS Failure.”	Review system’s equipment. Make sure correct information is in setup.
System cannot boot after user installs a second hard drive.	1. Set master/slave jumpers correctly.2. Run SETUP program and select correct drive types. Call the drive manufacturers for compatibility with other drives.

CPU Overheated

If the system shutdown automatically after power on system for seconds, that means the CPU protection function has been activated.

When the CPU is over heated, the motherboard will shutdown automatically to avoid a damage of the CPU, and the system may not power on again.

In this case, please double check:

1. The CPU cooler surface is placed evenly with the CPU surface.
2. CPU fan is rotated normally.
3. CPU fan speed is fulfilling with the CPU speed.

After confirmed, please follow steps below to relief the CPU protection function.

1. Remove the power cord from power supply for seconds.
2. Wait for seconds.
3. Plug in the power cord and boot up the system.

Or you can:

1. Clear the CMOS data. (See "Close CMOS Header: JCMOS1" section)
2. Wait for seconds.
3. Power on the system again.

4.5 RAID Functions

RAID Definitions

graph TD
    A["RAID 0 striping"] --> B["Block 1"]
    A --> C["Block 2"]
    B --> D["Disk 1"]
    C --> E["Disk 2"]
    D --> F["Block 5"]
    E --> G["Block 4"]

In a RAID 0 system data are split up in blocks that get written across all the drives in the array. By using multiple disks (at least 2) at the same time, this offers superior I/O performance. This performance can be enhanced further by using multiple controllers, ideally one controller per disk.

Features and Benefits

• Drives: Minimum 2, and maximum is up to 6 or 8. Depending on the platform.
• Uses: Intended for non-critical data requiring high data throughput, or any environment that does not require fault tolerance.
• Benefits: provides increased data throughput, especially for large files. No capacity loss penalty for parity.
• Drawbacks: Does not deliver any fault tolerance. If any drive in the array fails, all data is lost.
• Fault Tolerance: No.
  • Total Capacity: (Minimal. HDD Capacity) x (Connected HDDs Amount)

graph TD
    A["Block 1\nBlock 2\nBlock 3\nDisk 1"] --> B["Block 1\nBlock 2\nBlock 3"]
    C["Block 1\nBlock 2\nBlock 3\nDisk 2"] --> B
    style A fill:#f9f,stroke:#333
    style C fill:#f9f,stroke:#333

Data are stored twice by writing them to both the data disk (or set of data disks) and a mirror disk (or set of disks). If a disk fails, the controller uses either the data drive or the mirror drive for data recovery and continues operation. You need at least 2 disks for a RAID 1 array.

Features and Benefits

• Drives: Minimum 2, and maximum is 2.
• Uses: RAID 1 is ideal for small databases or any other application that requires fault tolerance and minimal capacity.
• Benefits: Provides 100% data redundancy. Should one drive fail, the controller switches to the other drive.
• Drawbacks: Requires 2 drives for the storage space of one drive. Performance is impaired during drive rebuilds.
• Fault Tolerance: Yes.

RAID 10 (1+0)

graph TD
    A["Block 1\nBlock 3\nBlock 5\nDisk 1"] --> B["Block 1\nBlock 3\nBlock 5"]
    C["Block 2\nBlock 4\nBlock 6\nDisk 3"] --> D["Block 2\nBlock 4\nBlock 6"]
    E["Block 2\nBlock 4\nBlock 6"] --> F["Block 2\nBlock 4\nBlock 6"]

RAID 10 combines the advantages (and disadvantages) of RAID 0 and RAID 1 in one single system. It provides security by mirroring all data on a secondary set of disks (disk 3 and 4 in the drawing below) while using striping across each set of disks to speed up data transfers.

Features and Benefits

• Drives: Minimum 4, and maximum is 6 or 8, depending on the platform.
• Benefits: Optimizes for both fault tolerance and performance, allowing for automatic redundancy. May be simultaneously used with other RAID levels in an array, and allows for spare disks.
• Drawbacks: Requires twice the available disk space for data redundancy, the same as RAID level 1.
• Fault Tolerance: Yes.

RAID 5
parity across disks

graph TD
    A["DATA1"] --> B["Data 1"]
    C["DATA3"] --> D["Data 1"]
    E["PARITY"] --> F["Data 1"]
    G["DATA7"] --> H["Data 1"]
    I["DATA9"] --> J["Data 1"]
    K["PARITY"] --> L["Data 1"]
    B --> M["Data 2"]
    D --> N["Data 2"]
    F --> O["Data 2"]
    H --> P["Data 2"]
    J --> Q["Data 2"]
    L --> R["Data 2"]
    N --> S["Data 2"]
    O --> T["Data 2"]
    P --> U["Data 2"]
    Q --> V["Data 2"]
    R --> W["Data 2"]
    S --> X["Data 2"]
    T --> Y["Data 2"]
    U --> Z["Data 2"]
    V --> AA["Data 2"]
    W --> AB["Data 2"]
    X --> AC["Data 2"]
    Y --> AD["Data 2"]
    Z --> AE["Data 2"]

A RAID 5 array can withstand a single disk failure without losing data or access to data. Although RAID 5 can be achieved in software, a hardware controller is recommended. Often extra cache memory is used on these controllers to improve the write performance.

Features and Benefits

• Drives: Minimum 3.
  • Uses: RAID 5 is recommended for transaction processing and general purpose service.
• Benefits: An ideal combination of good performance, good fault tolerance, and high capacity and storage efficiency.
• Drawbacks: Individual block data transfer rate same as a single disk. Write performance can be CPU intensive.
• Fault Tolerance: Yes.

Note

» For more details settings about Intel® Rapid Storage Technology (Intel® RST), please visit http://www.intel.com/p/en_US/support/highlights/chpsts/imsm

4.6 Intel® Optane™ Technology (powered by 3D XPoint memory)

With Intel® Optane™ technology you can unleash the power of your processor instead of it working at a fraction of its power. Eliminating that bottleneck requires better storage memory that is fast, inexpensive, and non-volatile. Intel® Optane technology has the potential to revolutionize big data, high-performance computing, virtualization, storage, cloud, gaming, and many other applications.

Features and Benefits :

• Massive in-memory data base
- Fast system recovery
- Low latency
- High endurance

Requirement for Intel® Optane Introduction :

• Intel® Optane Memory or Storage.
• Intel® 12th Gen core CPU.
  • Install Intel® Optane Memory or Storage in the port that supports Intel® Optane technology. (Reference Page 4 for detail)
• Install Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Driver and follow the instructions to enable Intel® Optane Technology.
  • In some cases, Intel Optane Technology will not be available if UEFI OS is not installed.

APPENDIX: Specifications in Other Languages

Arabic

الموصفات
Intel® Celeron معالجات / Intel® Pentium 12th/13th/14th Intel® CoreTM i9/ i7/ i5/ i3 دعم معالجات LGA1700 في حزمة CPU لقائمة دعم المعالج www.biostar.com.tw يرجى الر Rougeي إلى الموقع *	IceCoreTM i9/ i7/ i5/ i3 دعم معالجات LGA1700 في حزمة CPU لقائمة دعم المعالج www.biostar.com.tw يرجى الر Rougeي إلى الموقع *	IceCoreTM i9/ i7/ i5/ i3 دعم معالجات LGA1700 في حزمة CPU لقائمة دعم المعالج www.biostar.com
Intel® Z690		IceZ690
VALKYRIE Z690/5800(OC) /6000+(OC) 4800 /5000(OC) /5200(OC) /5400(OC) /5600(OC) DDR5 4x تدعم قنناة مززDJGE ذي. 4x 192 192 192 192 192 192 192 192 192 192 192 192 192 192 192 192 192 192 192 192 192 192 192 192 192 191 191 191 191 191 191 191 191 191 191 191 191 191 191 191 191 191 191 191 191 191 191 191 191 191 190 190 190 190 190 190 190 190 190 190 190 190 190 190 190 190 190 190 190 190 190 190 190 190 190 191 191 191 191 191 191 191 191 191 191 191 191 191 191 191 191 191 191 191 191 191 191 191 191 192 192 192 192 192 192 192 192 192 192 192 192 192 192 192 192 192 192 192 192 192 192 192 192 193 193 193 193 193 193 193 193 193 193 193 193 193 193 193 193 193 193 193 193 193 193 193 193 193 194 194 194 194 194 194 194 194 194 194 194 194 194 194 194 194 194 194 194 194 194 194 194 194 194 195 195 195 195 195 195 195 195 195 195 195 195 195 195 195 195 195 195 195 195 195 195 195 195 195 196 196 196 196 196 196 196 196 196 196 196 196 196 196 196 196 196 196 196 196 196 196 196 196 196 197 197 197 197 197 197 197 197 197 197 197 197 197 197 197 197 197 197 197 197 197 197 197 197 197 198 198 198 198 198 198 198 198 198 198 198 198 198 198 198 198 198 198 198 198 198 198 198 198 198 199 199 199 199 199 199 199 199 199 199 199 199 199 199 199 199 199 199 199 199 199 199 199 199 199 19

Примечание

Примечание

Technical illustration of a mechanical component with mounting flanges and a central housing (no text or symbols)

3D diagram of a mechanical component with a blue arrow indicating rotation, no text or symbols present

3D diagram of a mechanical component with a blue arrow indicating rotation or movement (no text or symbols)

Примечание

Pin Assignment

1 Ground

2+12V

3FAN RPM rate sense

4AI Fan Control

Pin Assignment

1 Ground

2+12V

3FAN RPM rate sense

4Al Fan Control

Pin Assignment

1 Ground

2+12V

3FAN RPM rate sense

4Al Fan Control

Примечание

Technical line drawing of a computer RAM module with a blue circular component and rotation arrow (no text or symbols)

Isometric line drawing of a rectangular electronic component with multiple slots and a side port, showing directional arrows (no text or symbols)

Примечание

PCIEG5X16: слот PCI-Express Gen5 x16 (x16 или x8 режиме)

2x N/A + 2x M.2 PCIe SSD Slot -- 8x SATA HDDs

SATA_2	ATA_4	SATA_6	SATA_8
0 0 0	0
SATA_1	ATA_3	SATA_5	SATA_7
0 0 0	0

3x N/A + 1x M.2 SATA SSD Slot

-- 7x SATA HDDs

Technical line drawings of three mechanical components with mounting holes (no text or symbols)

OFF ON

OFF (Default)

OFF ON

ON

Note

Pin	Assignment Pin	Assignment
13	+3.3V 1 +3.3V
14	-12V 2+3.3V
15	Ground 3Ground
16	PS_ON 4+5V
17	Ground 5 Ground
18	Ground 6+5V
19	Ground 7Ground
20	NC 8 PW_OK
21	+5V 9Standby Voltage	+5V
22	+5V 10 +12V
23	+5V 11 +12V
24	Ground 12 +3.3V

Pin Assignment

1+12V

2+12V

3+12V

4+12V

5 Ground

6Ground

7Ground

8 Ground

Примечание

Pin	Assignment Function Pin	Assignment Function
1 HDD LED(+)	HDD	2Power LED (+)	PowerLED
3HDD LED(-) 4PowetLED (-)
5 Ground	Reset	6Power Button	Power-OnButton
7Reset Control 8 GrButton
9NC NC 10 NA NA

Pin Assignment

1 +5V

2N/A

3N/A

4Speaker

Pin	Assignment	Pin	Assignment
1	VCCSPI 2 S_SPI_TPM_IRQ#
3	S_PLTRST#	4	S_SPI_TPM_CS2#
5	NC	6	F_BIOS_WP#_R
7	+3V_SPI	8	GND
9	F_SPI_CS0#_R	10 T_SPI_CLK
11 T_SPI_MISO	12 T_SPI_MOSI
13 F_SPI_HOLD#_R	14 N/A
15 N/A	16 N/A
17 TSPI_PIRQ#	18 N/A
19 TSPI_RST#	20 N/A

SATA\_1/ SATA\_2/ SATA\_3/ SATA\_4/ SATA\_5/ SATA\_6/ SATA\_7/ SATA\_8: разъемыSerial ATA 6,0 Гбит/с

Pin A	Assignment Pin	Assignment
1	VBUS	11	VBUS
2	SSTX1+ 12	SSTX2+
3	SSTX1- 13	SSTX2-
4	Ground 14	Ground
5	SSRX1+ 15	SSRX2+
6	SSRX1- 16	SSRX2-
7	VBUS	17	Ground
8	CC1	18	D-
9	SBU1	19	D+
10	SBU2	20	CC2

Pin Assignment
1 Force Power
2NC
3CIO Plug Event
4SMB_DATA_MAIN
5 SLP_S3_N
6SMB_CLK_MAIN
7SLP_S5_N
8 3VB_AIC_PD_INT#
9GND
10 GND

HD Audio

Pin Назначение

1 Mic Left in

2Ground

3Mic Right in

4GPIO

5 Right line in

6Jack Sense

7Front Sense

8 Key

9Left line in

10 Jack Sense

Примечание

Pin Assignment

1 Carrier detect

2Received data

3Transmitted data

4Data terminal ready

5 Signal ground

6Data set ready

7Request to send

8 Clear to send

9Ring indicator

10 Key

Индикаторы

SW\_PWR(Питание):

1. CPU Temperature/System Temperature/MOS Temperature

RAID 5
parity across disks

graph TD
    A["DATA1"] --> B["Data1"]
    C["DATA3"] --> D["Data3"]
    E["PARITY"] --> F["PARITY"]
    G["DATA7"] --> H["DATA7"]
    I["DATA9"] --> J["DATA9"]
    K["PARITY"] --> L["PARITY"]
    B --> M["Data2"]
    D --> N["PARITY"]
    F --> O["DATA5"]
    H --> P["PARITY"]
    J --> Q["DATA8"]
    L --> R["PARITY"]
    M --> S["Data11"]
    N --> T["PARITY"]
    O --> U["PARITY"]
    P --> V["PARITY"]
    Q --> W["DATA10"]
    R --> X["DATA12"]
    T --> Y["Data4"]
    U --> Z["Data6"]
    V --> AA["PARITY"]

주의

주의

4 CPU보호 덧개를 덧습니다.

Technical diagram of a mechanical component with mounting holes and a curved arrow indicating rotation (no text or symbols)

5 플라스틱 보호덮개를 제거합니다.

3D mechanical assembly diagram showing a component mounted on a base plate with a blue arrow indicating rotation (no text or symbols)

3D diagram of a mechanical component with a blue arrow indicating rotation or movement (no text or symbols)

주의

핀	배열
1 Ground
2 + 12V
3 FAN RPM rate sense
4 AI Fan Control

핀	배열
1 Ground
2 + 12V
3 FAN RPM rate sense
4 Al Fan Control

MOSFET_FAN1/ MOSFET_FAN2: MOSFET 팬 커넥터

핀	배열
1 Ground
2 +12V
3 FAN RPM rate sense
4 Al Fan Control

주의

Technical line drawing of a computer RAM module with a blue circular connection and rotation indicator (no text or symbols)

Technical line drawing of a mechanical component with multiple slots and directional arrows indicating motion (no text or symbols)

주의

DIMM소켓 위치 DDR4 모듈 총 메모리 크기
DDR4_A1 4GB/8GB/16GB/32GB	최대 128GB.
DDR4_A2 4GB/8GB/16GB/32GB
DDR4_B1 4GB/8GB/16GB/32GB
DDR4_B2 4GB/8GB/16GB/32GB
DIMM소켓 위치 DDR5 모듈 총 메모리 크기
DDR5_A1 8GB/16GB/24GB/32GB/48GB	최대 192GB.
DDR5_A2 8GB/16GB/24GB/32GB/48GB
DDR5_B1 8GB/16GB/24GB/32GB/48GB
DDR5_B2 8GB/16GB/24GB/32GB/48GB

듀얼 채널 메모리 설치

Technical line drawings of three mechanical components with mounting holes (no text or symbols)

1 단계:

OFF(기본값)

ON

주의

핀	배열
1 +5V
2 N/A
3 N/A
4 Speaker

핀 배열 핀 배열
1 VCCSPI 2 S_SPI_TPM_IRQ#
3 S_PLTRST# 4 S_SPI_TPM_CS2#
5 NC 6 F_BIOS_WP#_R
7+3V_SPI 8 GND
9 F_SPI_CS0#_R 10 T_SPI_CLK
11	T_SPI_MISO	12	T_SPI_MOSI
13	F_SPI_HOLD#_R	14	N/A
15	N/A	16	N/A
17	TSPI_PIRQ#	18	N/A
19	TSPI_RST#	20	N/A

SATA\_1/ SATA\_2/ SATA\_3/ SATA\_4/ SATA\_5/ SATA\_6/ SATA\_7/ SATA\_8: 시리얼 ATA 커넥터

핀	배열
1 Ground
2 TX+
3 TX-
4 Ground
5 RX-
6 RX+
7Ground

주의

핀 배열 핀 배열
1 VBUS 11	VBUS
2 SSTX1+ 12 SSTX2+
3 SSTX1- 13 SSTX2-
4 Ground 14 Ground
5 SSRX1+ 15 SSRX2+
6 SSRX1- 16 SSRX2-
7VBUS 17	Ground
8 CC1 18	D-
9 SBU1 19	D+
10 SBU2 20	CC2

핀	배열
1 Force Power
2	NC
3 CIO Plug Event
4 SMB_DATA_MAIN
5 SLP_S3_N
6 SMB_CLK_MAIN
7SLP_S5_N
8 3V3_AIC_PD_INT#
9	접지
10 접지

HD Audio
핀	배열
1 Mlc Left in
2 Ground
3 Mlc Right in
4 GPIO
5 Right line in
6 Jack Sense
7Front Sense
8 Key
9 Left line in
10 Jack Sense

주의

5V\_LED1/5V\_LED2: Addressable RGB LED 장치 (WS2818B) 헤더

인디케이터

SW\_PWR (전원):

3.3 소프트웨어

소프트웨어의 설치

注意

注意

Technical illustration of a mechanical component with mounting flanges and internal wiring (no text or symbols)

步驟 5: 取下塑膠保護殼。

Mechanical assembly diagram showing a component mounted on a base plate with a blue arrow indicating rotation (no text or symbols present)

步驟 6: 將 ILM 拉桿完全閉合。

3D diagram of a mechanical component with mounting flanges and a blue rotation arrow indicating rotational motion (no text or symbols)

注意

MOSFET_FAN1/ MOSFET_FAN2: MOSFET風扇接頭

Technical line drawing of a RAM module with a blue circular connection and rotation indicator (no text or symbols)

Technical line drawing of a mechanical component with multiple slots and directional arrows indicating motion (no text or symbols)

注意

雙通道狀態 DDR4_A1 DDR4_A2 DDR4_B1 DDR4_B2
Enabled O X O X
Enabled X O X O
Enabled O O O O
雙通道狀態 DDR5_A1 DDR5_A2 DDR5_B1 DDR5_B2
Enabled O X O X
Enabled X O X O
Enabled O O O O

PCIEG5X16: PCI-Express Gen5 x16 插槽(x16或x8模式)

Technical line drawings of three mechanical components with mounting holes (no text or symbols)

步驟1：

注意

》我們不負責超頻造成的損失與風險。

2.7 接頭和插槽

ATX: ATX電源插槽

針定義針定義
13 -3.3V 1 +3.3V
14 -12V 2 +3.3V
15 接地 3 接地
16 PS_ON 4 +5V
17 接地 5 接地
18 接地 6 +5V
19 接地 7接地
20 NC 8 PW_OK
21 -5V 9 噪醒電壓+5V
22 -5V 10 +12V
23 -5V 11 +12V
24 接地 12 +3.3V

ATX\_12V\_2X4\_1/ATX\_12V\_2X4\_2:ATX電源插槽

針定義針定義
1 VCCSPI 2 S_SPI_TPM_IRQ#
3 S_PLTRST#	4 S_SPI_TPM_CS2#
5 NC	6 F_BIOS_WP#_R
7+3V_SPI	8 GND
9 F_SPI_CS0#_R	10 T	SPI_CLK
11	T_SPI_MISO 12	T	SPI_MOSI
13	F_SPI_HOLD#_R	14	N/A
15	N/A 16 N/A
17	TSPI_PIRQ#	18	N/A
19	TSPI_RST#	20	N/A

SATA\_1/ SATA\_2/ SATA\_3/ SATA\_4/ SATA\_5/ SATA\_6/ SATA\_7/ SATA\_8: Serial ATA接頭

針定義針定義
1 VBUS 11 VBUS
2 SSTX1+ 12 SSTX2+
3 SSTX1- 13 SSTX2-
4 接地 14 接地
5 SSRX1+ 15 SSRX2+
6 SSRX1- 16 SSRX2-
7VBUS 17 接地
8 CC1 18 D-
9 SBU1 19 D+
10 SBU2 20 CC2

針	定義
1 Force Power
2	NC
3 CIO Plug Event
4 SMB_DATA_MAIN
5 SLP_S3_N
6 SMB_CLK_MAIN
7SLP_S5_N
8 3V3_AIC_PD_INT#
9	接地
10 接地

F\_AUDIO1: 前置面板音效接頭

HD Audio
針	定義
1 Mic Left in
2	接地
3 Mic Right in
4 GPIO
5 Right line in
6 Jack Sense
7Front Sense
8 Key
9 Left line in
10 Jack Sense

注意

指示器

LED燈

電源開關(SW_PWR)：

輕觸此按鈕以開啓或關閉系統。

重新啟動(SW_RST):

輕觸此按鈕以重啓系統。

清除CMOS(CLR_CMOS):

3.3 軟體

安裝軟體

請參照以下步驟來更新開機畫面：

RAID 5
parity across disks

graph TD
    subgraph_Disk_1["Disk 1"]
        A1["DATA1"] --> B1["PARITY"]
        A3["DATA3"] --> B1
        A7["DATA7"] --> B1
        A9["DATA9"] --> B1
        A1 --> B2["PARITY"]
        B2 --> C1["DATA5"]
        B2 --> C2["PARITY"]
        B2 --> C3["DATA8"]
        B2 --> C4["PARITY"]
        B2 --> C5["DATA11"]
    end
    subgraph_Disk_2["Disk 2"]
        D2["DATA2"] --> E2["PARITY"]
        D2 --> F2["DATA6"]
        D2 --> G2["PARITY"]
        D2 --> H2["DATA10"]
        D2 --> I2["PARITY"]
        D2 --> J2["DATA12"]
    end
    subgraph_Disk_3["Disk 3"]
        K2["PARITY"] --> L2["DATA4"]
        K2 --> M2["DATA6"]
        K2 --> N2["PARITY"]
        K2 --> O2["DATA10"]
        K2 --> P2["DATA12"]