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USER MANUAL Z97 OC Formula ASROCK

Version 1.0 Published May 2014 Copyright©2014 ASRock INC. All rights reserved. Copyright Notice: No part of this documentation may be reproduced, transcribed, transmitted, or translated in any language, in any form or by any means, except duplication of documentation by the purchaser for backup purpose, without written consent of ASRock Inc. Products and corporate names appearing in this documentation may or may not be registered trademarks or copyrights of their respective companies, and are used only for identication or explanation and to the owners’ benet, without intent to infringe. Disclaimer: Specications and information contained in this documentation are furnished for informational use only and subject to change without notice, and should not be constructed as a commitment by ASRock. ASRock assumes no responsibility for any errors or omissions that may appear in this documentation. With respect to the contents of this documentation, ASRock does not provide warranty of any kind, either expressed or implied, including but not limited to the implied warranties or conditions of merchantability or tness for a particular purpose. In no event shall ASRock, its directors, ocers, employees, or agents be liable for any indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages (including damages for loss of prots, loss of business, loss of data, interruption of business and the like), even if ASRock has been advised of the possibility of such damages arising from any defect or error in the documentation or product. is 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.

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e 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” ASRock Website: http://www.asrock.come terms HDMI™ and HDMI High-Denition Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries. Manufactured under license under U.S. Patent Nos: 5,956,674; 5,974,380; 6,487,535; 7,003,467 & other U.S. and worldwide patents issued & pending. DTS, the Symbol, & DTS and the Symbol together is a registered trademark & DTS Connect, DTS Interactive, DTS Neo:PC are trademarks of DTS, Inc. Product includes soware. © DTS, Inc., All Rights Reserved.1 English Z97 OC Formula Intel Z97 DDR3_A1 (64 bit, 240-pin module)DDR3_A2 (64 bit, 240-pin module)DDR3_B1 (64 bit, 240-pin module)DDR3_B2 (64 bit, 240-pin module)ATXPWR1ResetPowerSuper I/O

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• ere are two LEDs on each LAN port. Please refer to the table below for the LAN port LED indications. Activity / Link LED Speed LED Status Description Status Description O No Link O 10Mbps connection Blinking Data Activity Orange 100Mbps connection On Link Green 1Gbps connection ** If you use a 2-channel speaker, please connect the speaker’s plug into “Front Speaker Jack”. See the table below for connection details in accordance with the type of speaker you use. Audio Output Channels Front Speaker (No. 11) Rear Speaker (No. 9) Central / Bass (No. 8) Line In (No. 10) 2 V -- -- -- 4 V V -- -- 6 V V V -- 8 V V V V To enable Multi-Streaming, you need to connect a front panel audio cable to the front panel audio header. Aer restarting your computer, you will nd the “Mixer” tool on your system. Please select “Mixer ToolBox” , click “Enable playback multi-streaming”, and click “ok”. Choose “2CH”, “4CH”, “6CH”, or “8CH” and then you are allowed to select “Realtek HDA Primary output” to use the Rear Speaker, Central/Bass, and Front Speaker, or select “Realtek HDA Audio 2nd output” to use the front panel audio.

ank you for purchasing ASRock Z97 OC Formula 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.

• ASRock Z97 OC Formula Support CD

• 1 x Screw for M.2_SSD (NGFF) Socket 3 Because the motherboard specications and the BIOS soware might be updated, the content of this documentation will be subject to change without notice. In case any modi-cations 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 specic information about the model you are using. You may nd the latest VGA cards and CPU support list on ASRock’s website as well. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com.7 English Z97 OC Formula

• High Density Glass Fabric PCB CPU

• 12 Power Phase design

• Supports Intel® Turbo Boost 2.0 Technology

• Supports Intel® K-Series unlocked CPUs

• Supports ASRock BCLK Full-range Overclocking Chipset

• Dual Channel DDR3 Memory Technology

• Max. capacity of system memory: 32GB

and SLI TM8 English Graphics

• Intel® HD Graphics Built-in Visuals and the VGA outputs can be supported only with processors which are GPU integrated.

• Supports Intel® HD Graphics Built-in Visuals : Intel® Quick Sync Video with AVC, MVC (S3D) and MPEG-2 Full HW Encode1, Intel® InTru

• Supports HDMI with max. resolution up to 4K x 2K (4096x2304) @ 24Hz

• Supports Auto Lip Sync, Deep Color (12bpc), xvYCC and HBR (High Bit Rate Audio) with HDMI Port (Compliant HDMI monitor is required)

• Supports HDCP with HDMI Port

• Supports Full HD 1080p Blu-ray (BD) playback with HDMI Port Audio

• Supports Surge Protection (ASRock Full Spike Protection)

• Supports Purity Sound

- Nichicon Fine Gold Series Audio Caps - 115dB SNR DAC with Dierential Amplier - TI® NE5532 Premium Headset Amplier (Supports up to 600 Ohm headsets) - Direct Drive Technology - EMI Shielding Cover - PCB Isolate Shielding

• Supports DTS Connect LAN

• Supports Wake-On-LAN

• Supports Lightning/ESD Protection (ASRock Full Spike Protection)

• Supports Energy Ecient Ethernet 802.3az

• Supports PXE9 English Z97 OC Formula Rear Panel I/O

• 4 x USB 3.0 Ports (ASMedia ASM1074 hub) (Supports ESD Protection (ASRock Full Spike Protection))

• 2 x USB 3.0 Ports (Intel® Z97) (Supports ESD Protection (ASRock Full Spike Protection))

• 1 x RJ-45 LAN Port with LED (ACT/LINK LED and SPEED LED)

• 1 x Clear CMOS Switch

• HD Audio Jacks: Rear Speaker / Central / Bass / Line in / Front Speaker / Microphone Storage

• 6 x SATA3 6.0 Gb/s Connectors by Intel® Z97, support RAID (RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 10, Intel Rapid Storage Technology 13 and Intel Smart Response Technology), NCQ, AHCI, Hot Plug and ASRock HDD Saver Technology

• 2 x SATA3 6.0 Gb/s Connectors by ASMedia ASM1061, sup- port NCQ, AHCI, Hot Plug and ASRock HDD Saver Technol- ogy

• 1 x SATA Express Connector (shared with SATA3_4, SATA3_5 and M.2 Socket)

• Support to be announced

• 2 x CPU Fan Connectors (1 x 4-pin, 1 x 3-pin)

• 4 x Chassis Fan Connectors (1 x 4-pin, 3 x 3-pin)

• 1 x Power Fan Connector (3-pin)

• 1 x 24 pin ATX Power Connector

• 2 x 8 pin 12V Power Connectors (Hi-Density Power Connector)

• 1 x Front Panel Audio Connector

• 1 x underbolt AIC Connector

• 1 x USB 2.0 Header (Supports 2 USB 2.0 ports) (Supports ESD Protection (ASRock Full Spike Protection))

• 1 x USB 3.0 Header (Supports 2 USB 3.0 ports) (Supports ESD Protection (ASRock Full Spike Protection))

• 1 x Power Switch with LED

• 1 x Reset Switch with LED

: 2 x 7-set of onboard voltage measurement points laid

• Rapid OC Buttons: +/- buttons to adjust OC frequency

• Supports Secure Backup UEFI Technology

• ACPI 1.1 Compliant wake up events

• CPU/Chassis temperature sensing

• CPU/Chassis/Power Fan Tachometer

• CPU/Chassis Quiet Fan (Auto adjust chassis fan speed by CPU temperature)

• CPU/Chassis Fan multi-speed control

• ErP/EuP ready (ErP/EuP ready power supply is required) 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 aect your system’s stability, or even cause damage to the components and devices of your system. It should be done at your own risk and expense. We are not responsible for possible damage caused by overclocking.

• For detailed product information, please visit our website: http://www.asrock.com Due to limitation, the actual memory size may be less than 4GB for the reservation for sys- tem usage under Windows® 32-bit operating systems. Windows® 64-bit operating systems do not have such limitations. You can use ASRock XFast RAM to utilize the memory that Windows® cannot use.12 English is is an ATX form factor motherboard. Before you install the motherboard, study the conguration of your chassis to ensure that the motherboard ts into it. Pre-installation Precautions Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings.

• Make sure to unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard components. Failure to do so may cause physical injuries to you 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.

Chapter 2 Installation13

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2.1 Installing the CPU

1. Before you insert the 1150-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.

English Z97 OC Formula Please save and replace the cover if the processor is removed. e cover must be placed if you wish to return the motherboard for aer service.16 English

2.2 Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink

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2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM)

is motherboard provides four 240-pin DDR3 (Double Data Rate 3) DIMM slots, and supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. Dual Channel Memory Conguration e DIMM only ts 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. Priority DDR3_A1 DDR3_A2 DDR3_B1 DDR3_B2 1 Populated Populated 2 Populated Populated 3 Populated Populated Populated Populated

1. For dual channel conguration, you always need to install identical (the same brand,

speed, size and chip-type) DDR3 DIMM pairs.

2. It is unable to activate Dual Channel Memory Technology with only one or three memory

3. It is not allowed to install a DDR or DDR2 memory module into a DDR3 slot; otherwise,

this motherboard and DIMM may be damaged.18 English

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2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI Express Slots)

ere are 6 PCI Express slots on the motherboard. PCIe slots: PCIE1 (PCIe 3.0 x16 slot) is used for PCI Express x16 lane width graphics cards. PCIE2 (PCIe 3.0 x16 slot) is used for PCI Express x4 lane width graphics cards. PCIE3 (PCIe 2.0 x1 slot) is used for PCI Express x1 lane width cards. PCIE4 (PCIe 3.0 x16 slot) is used for PCI Express x8 lane width graphics cards. PCIE5 (PCIe 2.0 x1 slot) is used for PCI Express x1 lane width cards. PCIE6 (PCIe 2.0 x16 slot) is used for PCI Express x4 lane width graphics cards. PCIe Slot Congurations

PCIE1 PCIE2 PCIE4 PCIE6

Single Graphics Card x16 N/A N/A N/A Two Graphics Cards in CrossFireX

Mode x8 x4 x4 x4 For a better thermal environment, please connect a chassis fan to the motherboard’s chas- sis fan connector (CHA_FAN1, CHA_FAN2, CHA_FAN3 or CHA_FAN4) when using multiple graphics cards. Before installing an expansion card, please make sure that the power supply is switched o 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.20 English

e illustration shows how jumpers are setup. When the jumper cap is placed on the pins, the jumper is “Short”. If no jumper cap is placed on the pins, the jumper is “Open”. e illustration shows a 3-pin jumper whose pin1 and pin2 are “Short” when a jumper cap is placed on these 2 pins. Clear CMOS Jumper (CLRMOS1) (see p.1, No. 42) CLRMOS1 allows you to clear the data in CMOS. To clear and reset the system parameters to default setup, please turn o the computer and unplug the power cord from the power supply. Aer waiting for 15 seconds, use a jumper cap to short pin2 and pin3 on CLRMOS1 for 5 seconds. However, please do not clear the CMOS right aer you update the BIOS. If you need to clear the CMOS when you just nish updating the BIOS, you must boot up the system rst, and then shut it down before you do the clear-CMOS action. Please be noted that the password, date, time, and user default prole will be cleared only if the CMOS battery is removed. Clear CMOSDefault e Clear CMOS Switch has the same function as the Clear CMOS jumper.21 English Z97 OC Formula

2.6 Onboard Headers and Connectors

System Panel Header (9-pin PANEL1) (see p.1, No. 21) Connect the power switch, reset switch and system status indicator on the chassis to this header according to the pin assignments below. Note the positive and negative pins before connecting the cables. GND

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GND PWRBTN (Power Switch): Connect to the power switch on the chassis front panel. You may congure the way to turn o your system using the power switch. RESET (Reset Switch): Connect to the reset switch on the chassis front panel. Press the reset switch 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. e LED is on when the system is operating. e LED keeps blinking when the system is in S1/S3 sleep state. e LED is o when the system is in S4 sleep state or powered o (S5). HDLED (Hard Drive Activity LED): Connect to the hard drive activity LED on the chassis front panel. e LED is on when the hard drive is reading or writing data. e front panel design may dier by chassis. A front panel module mainly consists of power switch, reset switch, 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. 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.22 English Power LED Header (3-pin PLED1) (see p.1, No. 26) Please connect the chassis power LED to this header

indicate the system’s power status. Serial ATA3 Connectors (SATA3_0) (see p.1, No. 12) (SATA3_1) (see p.1, No. 14) (SATA3_2) (see p.1, No. 16) (SATA3_3) (see p.1, No. 13) (SATA3_4) (see p.1, No. 15) (SATA3_5) (see p.1, No. 17) (SATA3_A1) (see p.1, No. 10) (SATA3_A2) (see p.1, No. 11) ese eight SATA3 connectors support SATA data cables for internal storage devices with up to

6.0 Gb/s data transfer rate.

e SATA3_4, SATA3_5 are shared with the SATA Express connector. To minimize the boot time, use Intel® Z97 SATA ports (SATA3_0) for your bootable devices. Serial ATA Express Connector (SATAE_1) (see p.1, No. 18) Please connect either SATA or PCIe storage devices to this connector. e SATA Express connector is shared with the SATA3_4, SATA3_5 and the M.2 Socket. *e SATA Express interface is a combination of SATAE_1, SATA3_4, and SATA3_5.

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1. High Denition 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.

2. If you use an AC’97 audio panel, please install it to the front panel audio header by the

steps below: A. Connect Mic_IN (MIC) to MIC2_L. B. Connect Audio_R (RIN) to OUT2_R and Audio_L (LIN) to OUT2_L. C. Connect Ground (GND) to Ground (GND). D. MIC_RET and OUT_RET are for the HD audio panel only. You don’t need to connect them for the AC’97 audio panel. E. To activate the front mic, go to the “FrontMic” Tab in the Realtek Control panel and adjust “Recording Volume”. USB 2.0 Header (9-pin USB4_5) (see p.1, No. 35) DUMMY GND GND

Besides four USB 2.0 ports on the I/O panel, there is one header on this motherboard. Each USB

2.0 header can support

two ports. USB 3.0 Header (19-pin USB3_6_7) (see p.1, No. 9) Besides six USB 3.0 ports on the I/O panel, there is one header on this motherboard. Each USB

3.0 header can support

two ports. Front Panel Audio Header (9-pin HD_AUDIO1) (see p.1, No. 41) is header is for connecting audio devices to the front audio panel.

Please connect fan cables to the fan connectors and match the black wire to the ground pin. CPU Fan Connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN1) (see p.1, No. 3) (3-pin CPU_FAN2) (see p.1, No. 4) GND FAN_VOLTAGE

is motherboard pro- vides a 4-Pin CPU fan (Quiet Fan) connector. If you plan to connect a 3-Pin CPU fan, please connect it to Pin 1-3. ATX Power Connector (24-pin ATXPWR1) (see p.1, No. 8)

is motherboard pro- vides a 24-pin ATX power connector. To use a 20-pin ATX power supply, please plug it along Pin 1 and Pin

English Z97 OC Formula ATX 12V Power Connectors (8-pin ATX12V1) (see p.1, No. 2) (8-pin ATX12V3) (see p.1, No. 1)

is motherboard pro- vides two 8-pin ATX 12V power connectors. To use a 4-pin ATX power sup- ply, please plug it along Pin 1 and Pin 5. PCIe Power Connector (4-pin PCIE _PWR1) (see p.1, No. 40) +12V DETECT GND Please connect a 4 pin molex power cable to this connector when more than three graphics cards are installed. HDD Saver Connector (4-pin SATA_PWR_1) (see p.1, No. 29)

Please connect the HDD Saver Cable to this connector to manage the power state of HDD. underbolt AIC Connector (5-pin TB1) (see p.1, No. 34)

Please connect a underbolt™ add-in card (AIC) to this connector via the GPIO cable. Serial Port Header (9-pin COM1) (see p.1, No. 39)

CCTS#1RRTS#1DDSR#1DDTR#1RRXD1

GND TTXD1DDCD#1 RRI#1 is COM1 header supports a serial port module.26 English TPM Header (17-pin TPMS1) (see p.1, No. 38)

is connector supports Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which cansecurely store keys, digital certicates, passwords, and data. A TPM system also helps enhance network security, protects digital identities, and ensures platform integrity.27 English Z97 OC Formula V-Probe

e motherboard has ten smart switches: Power Switch, Reset Switch, Clear CMOS Switch, Rapid OC Buttons, Menu Button, PCIe ON/OFF Switch, Slow Mode Switch, BIOS Selection Switch and LN2 Mode Switch.Power Switch(PWR)(see p.1, No. 24)Power Switch allows users to quickly turn on/o the system.Reset Switch(RST)(see p.1 No. 25)Reset Switch allows users to quickly reset the system.Clear CMOS Switch(CLRCBTN1)(see p.4, No. 4)Clear CMOS Switch allows users to quickly clear the CMOS values.+ / - Rapid OC But- tons (MINUS: see p.1, No. 27) (PLUS: see p.1, No. 28) + / - Rapid OC Buttons allow users to quickly and easily adjust OC frequency in Rapid OC. Menu Button(MENU: see p.7, No. 30) Use MENU Button in Rapid OC to quickly toggle among various overclocking options, such as BCLK, Ratio and Cache Ratio. PowerResetis function is workable only when you power o your computer and unplug the power supply.

MENUis overclocking behavior depends on the system conguration, such as memory capabil-ity, thermal solution, etc. Overclocking may aect your system stability, or even cause dam-age to the components and devices. We are not responsible for possible damage caused by overclocking.29 English Z97 OC Formula PCIe ON/OFF Switch (PCIE_SWITCH) (see p.1, No. 33) PCIe ON/OFF Switch allows you to enable and disable the corresponding PCIE x16 slots. When one of the installed PCIE x16 cards is out of order, you can use PCIe ON/OFF Switch to nd out the faulty one just with a single click without removing the cards. Slow Mode Switch (SLOWMODE) (see p.1, No. 19) If Slow Mode is on, the proces- the proces- sor runs at lowest frequency. BIOS Selection Switch (BIOS_SEL1) (see p.1, No. 20) BIOS Selection Switch allows the system to boot from either BIOS A or BIOS B.

is motherboard has two BIOS chips, a primary BIOS (BIOS_A) and a backup BIOS (BIOS_B), which enhances the safety and stability of your system. Normally, the system will work on the primary BIOS. However, if the primary BIOS is corrupted or damaged, just ip the BIOS Selection Switch to “B”, then the backup BIOS will take over on the next system boot. Aer that, use “Secure Backup UEFI” in the UEFI Setup Utility to duplicate a working copy of the BIOS les to the primary BIOS to ensure normal system operation. For safety issues, users are not able to update the backup BIOS manually. Users may refer to the BIOS LEDs (BIOS_A_LED or BIOS_B_LED) to identify which BIOS is currently activated.1. Make sure that you power o the system before changing the switch.2. When you turn o PCIe ON/OFF switch, your PCIE card could be burnt if it was poorly designed. For more information about your card’s specications please contact the card’s vendor.3. PCIe ON/OFF switch is for debug only. If you do not want to use your PCIE card, please remove it from the motherboard.30 English LN2 Mode Switch (LN2MODE) (see p.1, No. 31) e LN2 mode aids in eliminating the cold-boot bug issues in processors during extreme overclocking with Liquid Nitrogen.

Dr. Debug is used to provide code information, which makes troubleshooting even easier. Please see the diagrams below for reading the Dr. Debug codes. Code Description 00 Please check if the CPU is installed correctly and then clear CMOS. 0d Problem related to memory, VGA card or other devices. Please clear CMOS, re-install the memory and VGA card, and remove other USB, PCI devices.

(except 0d), 5A- 60 Problem related to memory. Please re-install the CPU and memory then clear CMOS. If the problem still exists, please install only one memory module or try using other memory modules. 55 e Memory could not be detected. Please re-install the memory and CPU. If the problem still exists, please install only one memory module or try using other memory modules.

92 - 99 Problem related to PCI-E devices. Please re-install PCI-E

devices or try installing them in other slots. If the problem still exists, please remove all PCI-E devices or try using another VGA card. A0 - A7 Problem related to IDE or SATA devices. Please re-install IDE and SATA devices. If the problem still exists, please clear CMOS and try removing all SATA devices. b0 Problem related to memory. Please re-install the CPU and memory. If the problem still exists, please install only one memory module or try using other memory modules.32 English b4 Problem related to USB devices. Please try removing all USB devices. b7 Problem related to memory. Please re-install the CPU and memory then clear CMOS. If the problem still exists, please install only one memory module or try using other memory modules. d6 e VGA could not be recognized. Please clear CMOS and try re-installing the VGA card. If the problem still exists, please try installing the VGA card in other slots or use other VGA cards. d7 e Keyboard and mouse could not be recognized. Please try re-installing the keyboard and mouse. d8 Invalid Password. FF Please check if the CPU is installed correctly and then clear CMOS.33 English Z97 OC Formula

2.9 M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Installation Guide

The M.2, also known as the Next Generation Form Factor (NGFF), is a small size and versatile card edge connector that aims to replace mPCIe and mSATA. The M.2_SSD (NGFF) Socket 3 can accommodate either a M.2 SATA3 6.0 Gb/s module or a M.2 PCI Express module up to Gen 2 x2 (10 Gb/s). Please be noted that the M.2_SSD (NGFF) Socket 3 is shared with the SATA Express connector; you can only choose either the M.2_ SSD (NGFF) Socket 3 or the SATA Express connector to use. *e M.2_SSD (NGFF) Socket 3 supports SSD drives. Please note that the WiFi or other non-SSD M.2 modules are not supported. Installing the M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Step 1 Prepare a M.2_SSD (NGFF) module and the screw.

Step 3 Move the stando based on the module type and length. e stando is placed at the nut location D by default. Skip Step 3 and 4 and go straight to Step 5 if you are going to use the default nut. Otherwise, release the stando by hand. BCDE

Step 4 Peel o the yellow protective lm on the nut to be used. Hand tighten the stando into the desired nut location on the motherboard.

ABCDE Step 5 Align and gently insert the M.2 (NGFF) SSD module into the M.2 slot. Please be aware that the M.2 (NGFF) SSD module only ts in one orientation.

The HDD Saver Connector on this motherboard allows you to switch on and off the connected HDDs via soware when needed. is design secures more privacy, saves more energy, and extends the HDDs' lifespans. Please follow the steps below to install the HDD Saver Cable. Connection Diagram *e diagram shown here is for reference only.

1. e diagram shown here is for reference only.Connect one end of the HDD Saver Cable

to the HDD Saver Connector (SATA_PWR_1) placed near the SATA ports. en con-placed near the SATA ports. en con-. en con- nect the SATA power connector(s) to your SATA HDD(s).

• e HDD Saver Connector supports up to two SATA HDDs.

2. Connect one end of the SATA data cable to a SATA port on the motherboard. en

connect the other end to your SATA HDD(s).

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• Supporta Wake-On-LAN

• Supporto la protezione da fulmini/scariche elettrostatiche (ESD) (protezione completa ASRock dai picchi di corrente)

• Supporta Energy Ecient Ethernet 802.3az

RESET#PWRBTN#PLED-PLED+

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• 1 conector underbolt AIC

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• 1 x Conector underbolt AIC

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