B560M Pro4/ac - Motherboard ASROCK - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Micro ATX Motherboard
Form Factor	Micro ATX
Chipset	Intel B560
Processor Socket	LGA1200
Supported Processors	Intel Core 10th and 11th Gen
Memory Type	DDR4, dual channel, non-ECC, unbuffered
Maximum Memory Capacity	128 GB
Number of Memory Slots	4 x DIMM
PCIe Expansion Slots	2 x PCIe x16 (Gen4 depending on CPU), 1 x PCIe 3.0 x1
SATA Storage	6 x SATA3 6 Gb/s (disabled if M.2 SATA used)
M.2 Storage	1 x Hyper M.2 (Gen4 x4, 11th gen), 1 x Ultra M.2 (Gen3 x4/SATA)
Integrated Graphics	Intel UHD Graphics, HDMI 2.0 output (11th gen)/1.4 (10th gen)
Audio	Realtek ALC897, 7.1 channels, Nahimic
Ethernet Networking	Intel I219V Gigabit LAN
Wi-Fi / Bluetooth	Wi-Fi 802.11ac (2.4/5 GHz), Bluetooth 5.1
Rear Panel Connectors	1x PS/2, 1x HDMI, 4x USB 3.2 Gen1, 2x USB 2.0, 1x RJ-45, 3x audio jacks
Internal Connectors	USB 3.2 Gen1 (header + Type-C), USB 2.0 (2 headers), audio, RGB, TPM, Thunderbolt
Required Power Supply	ATX 24-pin + ATX 12V 8-pin
BIOS	UEFI AMI with multilingual graphical interface
Supported Operating System	Windows 10 64-bit
Special Features	Overvoltage and electrostatic discharge protection, addressable RGB LED, overclocking
Maintenance	Clean with a soft, dry cloth. Avoid any liquid. Disconnect before maintenance.
Safety	Handle with care against electrostatic discharge. Do not touch circuits.
Included Accessories	Quick Installation Guide, Support CD, 2 SATA cables, Wi-Fi antennas, M.2 screws, standoff, I/O panel

Frequently Asked Questions - B560M Pro4/ac ASROCK

Which processors are compatible with the ASRock B560M Pro4/ac motherboard?

The motherboard supports Intel Core 10th and 11th gen processors on LGA1200 socket. Integrated GPUs are compatible, but only processors with integrated graphics allow using video outputs.

How many DDR4 memory slots does it have and what is the maximum capacity?

The motherboard has 4 DIMM DDR4 slots in dual channel configuration. The maximum supported capacity is 128 GB (with 32 GB modules each). Frequencies depend on the processor: up to 4800 MHz OC with 11th gen CPUs, and up to 4600 MHz with 10th gen.

How to properly install the processor on the LGA1200 socket?

Make sure the socket lever is raised, align the processor notches with the socket alignment keys, then gently lower the processor without forcing. Close the lever. Apply thermal paste before installing the heatsink.

Does the motherboard support Wi-Fi and Bluetooth?

Yes, the B560M Pro4/ac model integrates a Wi-Fi 802.11ac (2.4/5 GHz) module and Bluetooth 5.1. Antennas are included in the packaging (optional). To use Wi-Fi, you need to install the antennas and appropriate drivers.

How to update the motherboard BIOS?

Download the latest BIOS version from the ASRock website. Copy the file to a USB drive formatted as FAT32. Restart the PC and press F2 or Delete to enter the BIOS. Use the Instant Flash tool to select the file and start the update. Do not turn off power during the process.

What storage types are supported?

The motherboard offers 6 SATA3 ports (6 Gb/s) and 2 M.2 slots: one Hyper M.2 (Gen4 x4, 64 Gb/s) reserved for 11th gen processors, and one Ultra M.2 (Gen3 x4 or SATA). NVMe SSDs can be used as boot drives.

How to connect the front panel cables?

Refer to the PANEL1 header diagram in the manual. Connect the power button (PWRBTN), power LED (PLED+/-), reset button (RESET), and hard drive activity LED (HDLED+/-). Observe polarity for LEDs.

Can I use ECC memory modules?

UDIMM ECC modules are physically compatible, but they will operate in non-ECC mode (error correction capabilities will not be active). For ECC use, a server chipset and processor are required.

How to enable XMP profile for memory?

Enter the BIOS (F2/Delete at startup). Go to the OC Tweaker or DRAM Configuration tab. Enable the XMP 2.0 profile to automatically apply optimal frequencies and timings. Save and restart.

What to do if the motherboard does not boot?

First check connections: 24-pin and 8-pin power, front panel cable. Test with a single RAM module. Try clearing CMOS by shorting the CLRMOS1 jumper (see manual). If nothing works, check component compatibility and consult ASRock support.

USER MANUAL B560M Pro4/ac ASROCK

Published January 2021

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	AT	BE	BG	CH	CY	CZ	DE
	DK	EE	EL	ES	FI	FR	HR
	HU	IE	IS	IT	LI	LT	LU
	LV	MT	NL	NO	PL	PT	RO
	SE	SI	SK	TR	UK

Radio transmit power per transceiver type

Function Frequency Maximum Output Power (EIRP)

	2400-2483.5 MHz 18.5 + / -1.5 dbm
	5150-5250 MHz 21.5 + / -1.5 dbm
WiFi	5250-5350 MHz	18.5 + / -1.5 dbm (no TPC)
		21.5 + / -1.5 dbm (TPC)
	5470-5725 MHz	25.5 + / -1.5 dbm (no TPC)
		28.5 + / -1.5 dbm (TPC)

Bluetooth 2400-2483.5 MHz 8.5 +/- 1.5 dBm

Motherboard Layout

No. Description

1 ATX 12V Power Connector (ATX12V1) 2 2 x 288-pin DDR4 DIMM Slots (DDR4_A1, DDR4_B1) 3 2 x 288-pin DDR4 DIMM Slots (DDR4_A2, DDR4_B2) 4 CPU/Water Pump Fan Connector (CPU_FAN2/WP) 5 CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1) 6 RGB LED Header (RGB_LED1) 7 Addressable LED Header (ADDR_LED1) 8 ATX Power Connector (ATXPWR1) 9 USB 3.2 Gen1 Header (USB3_5_6) 10 Front Panel Type C USB 3.2 Gen1 Header (F_USB3_TC_1) 11 SATA3 Connector (SATA3_2)(Upper) 12 SATA3 Connector (SATA3_3)(Lower) 13 SATA3 Connector (SATA3_5)(Lower) 14 SATA3 Connector (SATA3_4)(Upper) 15 System Panel Header (PANEL1) 16 SATA3 Connector (SATA3_1) 17 SATA3 Connector (SATA3_0) 18 SPI TPM Header (SPI_TPM_J1) 19 USB 2.0 Header (USB5_6) 20 USB 2.0 Header (USB3_4) 21 Chassis Intrusion and Speaker Header (SPK_CI1) 22 Chassis/Water Pump Fan Connector (CHA_FAN2/WP) 23 Chassis/Water Pump Fan Connector (CHA_FAN3/WP) 24 Thunderbolt AIC Connector (TB1) 25 Clear CMOS Jumper (CLRMOS1) 26 RGB LED Header (RGB_LED2) 27 Addressable LED Header (ADDR_LED2) 28 Front Panel Audio Header (HD_AUDIO1) 29 Chassis/Water Pump Fan Connector (CHA_FAN1/WP)

I/O Panel

No. Description No. Description

1 USB 2.0 Ports (USB12) 6 USB 3.2 Gen1 Ports (USB3_3_4) 2 LAN RJ-45 Port* 7 USB 3.2 Gen1 Ports (USB3_1_2) 3 Line In (Light Blue)** 8 Antenna Ports 4 Front Speaker (Lime)** 9 HDMI Port 5 Microphone (Pink)** 10 PS/2 Mouse/Keyboard Port

* There are two LEDs on the LAN port. Please refer to the table below for the LAN port LED indications.

ACT/LINK LED

LAN Port

Activity / Link LED Speed LED Status Description Status Description

Off	No Link	Off	10Mbps connection
Blinking	Data Activity	Orange	100Mbps connection
On	Link	Green	1Gbps connection

**Function of the Audio Ports in 7.1-channel Configuration:

Port	Function
Light Blue (Rear panel)	Rear Speaker Out
Lime (Rear panel)	Front Speaker Out
Pink (Rear panel)	Central /Subwoofer Speaker Out
Lime (Front panel)	Side Speaker Out

1.5 WiFi-802.11ac Module and ASRock WiFi 2.4/5GHz Antennas

WiFi-802.11ac + BT Module

This motherboard comes with an exclusive WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac + BT v5.1 module that offers support for WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac connectivity standards and Bluetooth v5.1. WiFi + BT module is an easy-to-use wireless local area network (WLAN) adapter to support WiFi + BT. Bluetooth v5.1 standard features Smart Ready technology that adds a whole new class of functionality into the mobile devices. BT 5.1 also includes Low Energy Technology and ensures extraordinary low power consumption for PCs. * The transmission speed may vary according to the environment.

WiFi Antennas Installation Guide

Step 1

Prepare the WiFi 2.4/5 GHz Antennas that come with the package.

Step 2

Connect the two WiFi 2.4/5 GHz Antennas to the antenna connectors. Turn the antenna clockwise until it is securely connected.

Step 3

Set the WiFi 2.4/5 GHz Antenna as shown in the illustration.

*You may need to adjust the direction of the antenna for a stronger signal.

Chapter 1 Introduction

Thank you for purchasing ASRock B560M Pro4/ac 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 modifications of this documentation occur, the updated version will be available on ASRock's website without further notice. If you require technical support related to this motherboard, please visit our website for specific information about the model you are using. You may find the latest VGA cards and CPU support list on ASRock's website as well. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com.

1.1 Package Contents

• ASRock B560M Pro4/ac Motherboard (Micro ATX Form Factor) • ASRock B560M Pro4/ac Quick Installation Guide • ASRock B560M Pro4/ac Support CD • 2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) • 2 x ASRock WiFi 2.4/5 GHz Antennas (Optional) • 2 x Screws for M.2 Sockets (Optional) • 1 x Standoff for M.2 Socket (Optional) • 1 x I/O Panel Shield

1.2 Specifications

Platform

• Micro ATX Form Factor • Solid Capacitor design

CPU

• Supports 10th Gen Intel* CoreTM Processors and 11th Gen Intel* CoreTM Processors (LGA1200)
• Digi Power design • 8 Power Phase design • Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Max 3.0 Technology

Chipset

- Intel® B560

Memory

• Dual Channel DDR4 Memory Technology • 4 x DDR4 DIMM Slots - 11th Gen Intel® Core™ Processors support DDR4 non-ECC, un-buffered memory up to 4800+(OC)* - 10th Gen Intel® Core™ Processors support DDR4 non-ECC, un-buffered memory up to 4600+(OC)* * 11th Gen Intel® Core™ (i9/i7/i5) support DDR4 up to 2933; Core™ (i3), Pentium® and Celeron® support DDR4 up to 2666. * 10th Gen Intel® Core™ (i9/i7) support DDR4 up to 2933; Core™ (i5/i3), Pentium® and Celeron® support DDR4 up to 2666. * Please refer to Memory Support List on ASRock's website for more information. (http://www.asrock.com/) • Supports ECC UDIMM memory modules (operate in non-ECC mode) • Max. capacity of system memory: 128GB • Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) 2.0

Expansion

11th Gen Intel® Core™ Processors

Slot

- 2 x PCI Express x16 Slots (PCIE1/PCIE3: single at Gen4x16 (PCIE1); dual at Gen4x16 (PCIE1) / Gen3x4 (PCIE3))

10th Gen Intel® Core™ Processors

- 2 x PCI Express x16 Slots (PCIE1/PCIE3: single at Gen3x16 (PCIE1); dual at Gen3x16 (PCIE1) / Gen3x4 (PCIE3))

* Supports NVMe SSD as boot disks

• 1 x PCI Express 3.0 x1 Slot

• Supports AMD Quad CrossFireX™ and CrossFireX™

- 1 x M.2 Socket (Key E), supports type 2230 WiFi/BT module and Intel® CNVi (Integrated WiFi/BT)

Graphics

• Intel® UHD Graphics Built-in Visuals and the VGA outputs can be supported only with processors which are GPU integrated.
• 11th Gen Intel® Core™ Processors support Intel® Xe Graphics Architecture (Gen 12). 10th Gen Intel® Core™ Processors support Gen 9 Graphics
• Graphics, Media & Compute: Microsoft DirectX 12, OpenGL 4.5, Intel® Built In Visuals, Intel® Quick Sync Video, Hybrid / Switchable Graphics, OpenCL 2.1
• Display & Content Security: Rec. 2020 (Wide Color Gamut), Microsoft PlayReady 3.0, UHD/HDR Blu-ray Disc
• Supports HDMI 2.0 with max. resolution up to 4K x 2K (4096x2160) @ 60Hz
• Supports Auto Lip Sync, Deep Color (12bpc), xvYCC and HBR (High Bit Rate Audio) with HDMI 2.0 Port (Compliant HDMI monitor is required) • Supports HDCP 2.3 with HDMI 2.0 Port
• Supports 4K Ultra HD (UHD) playback with HDMI 2.0 Port * 11th Gen Intel® CoreTM Processors support HDMI 2.0. 10th Gen Intel® CoreTM Processors support HDMI 1.4.

Audio

• 7.1 CH HD Audio (Realtek ALC897 Audio Codec) • Supports Surge Protection - Nahimic Audio

LAN

• Gigabit LAN 10/100/1000 Mb/s • Giga PHY Intel® I219V • Supports Wake-On-LAN • Supports Lightning/ESD Protection • Supports Energy Efficient Ethernet 802.3az • Supports PXE

Wireless

• Intel® 802.11ac WiFi Module • Supports IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac • Supports Dual-Band (2.4/5 GHz) • Supports high speed wireless connections up to 433Mbps • Supports Bluetooth 5.1 + High speed class II

Rear Panel

I/O

• 2 x Antenna Ports • 1 x PS/2 Mouse/Keyboard Port
• 1 x HDMI Port • 4 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Ports (Supports ESD Protection) • 2 x USB 2.0 Ports (Supports ESD Protection)
• 1 x RJ-45 LAN Port with LED (ACT/LINK LED and SPEED LED) • HD Audio Jacks: Line in / Front Speaker / Microphone

Storage

• 6 x SATA3 6.0 Gb/s Connectors, support Intel Rapid Storage Technology 18, NCQ, AHCI and Hot Plug* * If M2_2 is occupied by a SATA-type M.2 device, SATA3_1 will be disabled.
• 1 x Hyper M.2 Socket (M2_1), supports M Key type 2242/2260/2280 M.2 PCI Express module up to Gen4x4 (64 Gb/s) (Only supported with 11th Gen Intel® Core™ Processors) **
• 1 x Ultra M.2 Socket (M2_2), supports M Key type 2280 M.2 SATA3 6.0 Gb/s module and M.2 PCI Express module up to Gen3 x4 (32 Gb/s) ** ** Supports NVMe SSD as boot disks ** Supports ASRock U.2 Kit

Connector

• 1 x SPI TPM Header • 1 x Chassis Intrusion and Speaker Header • 2 x RGB LED Headers * Support in total up to 12V/3A, 36W LED Strip • 2 x Addressable LED Headers * Support in total up to 5V/3A, 15W LED Strip • 1 x CPU Fan Connector (4-pin) * The CPU Fan Connector supports the CPU fan of maximum 1A (12W) fan power. - 1 x CPU/Water Pump Fan Connector (4-pin) (Smart Fan Speed Control) * The CPU/Water Pump Fan supports the water cooler fan of maximum 2A (24W) fan power.

- 3 x Chassis/Water Pump Fan Connectors (4-pin) (Smart Fan Speed Control)

* The Chassis/Water Pump Fan supports the water cooler fan of maximum 2A (24W) fan power.

* CPU_FAN2/WP, CHA_FAN1/WP, CHA_FAN2/WP and CHA_FAN3/WP can auto detect if 3-pin or 4-pin fan is in use.

• 1 x 24 pin ATX Power Connector - 1 x 8 pin 12V Power Connector (Hi-Density Power Connector) • 1 x Front Panel Audio Connector - 1 x Thunderbolt AIC Connector (5-pin) (Supports ASRock Thunderbolt 4 AIC Card) - 2 x USB 2.0 Headers (Support 4 USB 2.0 ports) (Supports ESD Protection) - 1 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Header (Supports 2 USB 3.2 Gen1 ports) (Supports ESD Protection) - 1 x Front Panel Type C USB 3.2 Gen1 Header (Supports ESD Protection)

BIOS

Feature

• AMI UEFI Legal BIOS with multilingual GUI support • ACPI 6.0 Compliant wake up events - SMBIOS 2.7 Support - CPU Core/Cache, GT, DRAM, VPPM, VCCIN AUX, VCCSA, VCCIO Multi-adjustment

Hardware

Monitor

• Fan Tachometer: CPU, CPU/Water Pump, Chassis/Water Pump Fans • Quiet Fan (Auto adjust chassis fan speed by CPU temperature): CPU, CPU/Water Pump, Chassis/Water Pump Fans • Fan Multi-Speed Control: CPU, CPU/Water Pump, Chassis/Water Pump Fans • CASE OPEN detection • Voltage monitoring: +12V, +5V, +3.3V, CPU Vcore, DRAM, VPPM, VCCIN AUX, VCCSA, VCCIO, CPU PLL Voltage

- Microsoft® Windows® 10 64-bit

Certifications

- FCC, CE

• ErP/EuP Ready (ErP/EuP ready power supply is required)

* For detailed product information, please visit our website: http://www.asrock.com

Please realize that there is a certain risk involved with overclocking, including adjusting the setting in the BIOS, applying Untied Overclocking Technology, or using third-party overclocking tools. Overclocking may affect your system's stability, or even cause damage to the components and devices of your system. It should be done at your own risk and expense. We are not responsible for possible damage caused by overclocking.

Chapter 2 Installation

This is a Micro ATX form factor motherboard. Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that the motherboard fits into it.

Pre-installation Precautions

Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings.

• Make sure to unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard components. Failure to do so may cause physical injuries and damages to motherboard components.
• In order to avoid damage from static electricity to the motherboard's components, NEVER place your motherboard directly on a carpet. Also remember to use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safety grounded object before you handle the components.
• Hold components by the edges and do not touch the ICs.
• Whenever you uninstall any components, place them on a grounded anti-static pad or in the bag that comes with the components.
• When placing screws to secure the motherboard to the chassis, please do not over-tighten the screws! Doing so may damage the motherboard.

2.1 Installing the CPU

1. Before you insert the 1200-Pin CPU into the socket, please check if the PnP cap is on the socket, if the CPU surface is unclean, or if there are any bent pins in the socket. Do not force to insert the CPU into the socket if above situation is found. Otherwise, the CPU will be seriously damaged.
2. Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU.

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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.

2.2 Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink

2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM)

This motherboard provides four 288-pin DDR4 (Double Data Rate 4) DIMM slots, and supports Dual Channel Memory Technology.

1. For dual channel configuration, you always need to install identical (the same brand, speed, size and chip-type) DDR4 DIMM pairs.
2. It is unable to activate Dual Channel Memory Technology with only one or three memory module installed.
3. It is not allowed to install a DDR, DDR2 or DDR3 memory module into a DDR4 slot; otherwise, this motherboard and DIMM may be damaged.

Dual Channel Memory Configuration

Priority DDR4_A1 DDR4_A2 DDR4_B1 DDR4_B2

1 Populated Populated
2 Populated Populated Populated Populated

The DIMM only fits in one correct orientation. It will cause permanent damage to the motherboard and the DIMM if you force the DIMM into the slot at incorrect orientation.

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2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI Express Slots)

There are 3 PCI Express slots on the motherboard.

Before installing an expansion card, please make sure that the power supply is switched off or the power cord is unplugged. Please read the documentation of the expansion card and make necessary hardware settings for the card before you start the installation.

PCIe slots:

11th Gen Intel® Core™ Processors:

PCIE1 (PCIe 4.0 x16 slot) is used for PCI Express x16 lane width graphics cards. PCIE2 (PCIe 3.0 x1 slot) is used for PCI Express x1 lane width cards. PCIE3 (PCIe 3.0 x16 slot) is used for PCI Express x4 lane width graphics cards.

PCIe slots:

10th Gen Intel® Core™ Processors:

PCIE1 (PCIe 3.0 x16 slot) is used for PCI Express x16 lane width graphics cards. PCIE2 (PCIe 3.0 x1 slot) is used for PCI Express x1 lane width cards. PCIE3 (PCIe 3.0 x16 slot) is used for PCI Express x4 lane width graphics cards.

PCIe Slot Configurations

11th Gen Intel® Core™ Processors:

PCIE1 PCIE3

Single Graphics Card Gen4x16 N/A

Two Graphics Cards in

CrossFireX™ Mode

Gen4x16 Gen3x4

10th Gen Intel® Core™ Processors:

PCIE1 PCIE3

Single Graphics Card Gen3x16 N/A

Two Graphics Cards in

CrossFireX™ Mode

Gen3x16 Gen3x4

For a better thermal environment, please connect a chassis fan to the motherboard's chassis fan connector (CHA_FAN1/WP, CHA_FAN2/WP or CHA_FAN3/WP) when using multiple graphics cards.

2.5 Jumpers Setup

The illustration shows how jumpers are setup. When the jumper cap is placed on the pins, the jumper is “Short”. If no jumper cap is placed on the pins, the jumper is “Open”.

Short

Open

Clear CMOS Jumper (CLRMOS1)

(see p.1, No. 25)

2-pin Jumper

CLRMOS1 allows you to clear the data in CMOS. To clear and reset the system parameters to default setup, please turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power supply. After waiting for 15 seconds, use a jumper cap to short the pins on CLRMOS1 for 5 seconds. However, please do not clear the CMOS right after you update the BIOS. 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. Please be noted that the password, date, time, and user default profile will be cleared only if the CMOS battery is removed. Please remember to remove the jumper cap after clearing the CMOS.

If you clear the CMOS, the case open may be detected. Please adjust the BIOS option "Clear Status" to clear the record of previous chassis intrusion status.

2.6 Onboard Headers and Connectors

Onboard headers and connectors are NOT jumpers. Do NOT place jumper caps over these headers and connectors. Placing jumper caps over the headers and connectors will cause permanent damage to the motherboard.

System Panel Header

(9-pin PANEL1)

(see p.1, No. 15)

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.

PWRBTN (Power Switch):

Connect to the power switch on the chassis front panel. You may configure the way to turn off 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. 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 switch, reset switch, power LED, hard drive activity LED, speaker, and so on. When connecting your chassis front panel module to this header, make sure the wire assignments and the pin assignments are matched correctly.

Chassis Intrusion and

Speaker Header

(7-pin SPK_CI1)

(see p.1, No. 21)

Please connect the chassis intrusion and the chassis speaker to this header.

Serial ATA3 Connectors

Vertical:

(SATA3_0:

see p.1, No. 17)

(SATA3_1:

see p.1, No. 16)

Right Angle:

(SATA3_2:

see p.1, No. 11)(Upper)

(SATA3_3:

see p.1, No. 12)(Lower)

(SATA3_4:

see p.1, No. 14)(Upper)

(SATA3_5:

see p.1, No. 13)(Lower)

SATA3_0 SATA3_1

These six SATA3

connectors support SATA data cables for internal storage devices with up to 6.0 Gb/s data transfer rate. *If M2_2 is occupied by a SATA-type M.2 device, SATA3_1 will be disabled.

USB 2.0 Headers

(9-pin USB3_4)

(see p.1, No. 20)

(9-pin USB5_6)

(see p.1, No. 19)

There are two USB

2.0 headers on this motherboard. Each USB 2.0 header can support two ports.

USB 3.2 Gen1 Header

(19-pin USB3_5_6)

(see p.1, No. 9)

There is one USB 3.2

Gen1 header on this motherboard. This USB

3.2 Gen1 header can support two ports.

Front Panel Type C USB

3.2 Gen1 Header

(20-pin F_USB3_TC_1)

(see p.1, No. 10)

There is one Front

Panel Type C USB 3.2

Gen1 Header on this motherboard. This header is used for connecting a USB 3.2 Gen1 module for additional USB 3.2 Gen1 ports.

Front Panel Audio Header

(9-pin HD_AUDIO1)

(see p.1, No. 28)

This header is for

connecting audio devices

to the front audio panel.

1. High Definition Audio supports Jack Sensing, but the panel wire on the chassis must support HDA to function correctly. Please follow the instructions in our manual and chassis manual to install your system.
2. If you use an AC'97 audio panel, please install it to the front panel audio header by the steps below:

A. Connect Mic_IN (MIC) to MIC2_L. B. 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".

Chassis/Water Pump Fan

Connectors

(4-pin CHA_FAN1/WP)

(see p.1, No. 29)

This motherboard provides three 4-Pin water cooling chassis fan connectors. If you plan to connect a 3-Pin chassis water cooler fan, please connect it to Pin 1-3.

(4-pin CHA_FAN2/WP)

(see p.1, No. 22)

(4-pin CHA_FAN3/WP)

(see p.1, No. 23)

CPU Fan Connector

(4-pin CPU_FAN1)

(see p.1, No. 5)

This motherboard provides a 4-Pin CPU fan (Quiet Fan) connector.

(Quiet Fan) connector.

If you plan to connect a 3-Pin CPU fan, please connect it to Pin 1-3.

CPU/Water Pump Fan Connector (4-pin CPU_FAN2/WP) (see p.1, No. 4)

This motherboard provides a 4-Pin water cooling CPU fan connector. If you plan to connect a 3-Pin CPU water cooler fan, please connect it to Pin 1-3.

ATX Power Connector (24-pin ATXPWR1) (see p.1, 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.

ATX 12V Power Connector (8-pin ATX12V1) (see p.1, No. 1)

This motherboard provides a 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.

SPI TPM Header (13-pin SPI_TPM_J1) (see p.1, No. 18)

This connector supports SPI Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which can securely store keys, digital certificates, passwords, and data. A TPM system also helps enhance network security, protects digital identities, and ensures platform integrity.

Thunderbolt AIC Connector (5-pin TB1) (see p.1, No. 24)

Please connect a Thunderbolt™ add-in card (AIC) to this connector via the GPIO cable. *Please install the Thunderbolt™ AIC card to PCIE3 (default slot).

RGB LED Headers (4-pin RGB_LED1) (see p.1, No. 6)

(4-pin RGB_LED2) (see p.1, No. 26)

These two RGB LED headers are used to connect RGB LED extension cables which allow users to choose from various LED lighting effects.

Caution: Never install the RGB LED cable in the wrong orientation; otherwise, the cable may be damaged.

*Please refer to page 33 for further instructions on this header.

Addressable LED Headers (3-pin ADDR_LED1) (see p.1, No. 7)

(3-pin ADDR_LED2) (see p.1, No. 27)

These two 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.

*Please refer to page 34 for further instructions on this header.

Post Status Checker (see p.1)

Post Status Checker (PSC) diagnoses the computer when users power on the machine. It emits a red light to indicate whether the CPU, memory, VGA or storage is dysfunctional. The lights go off if the four mentioned above are functioning normally.

2.7 M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Installation Guide (M2_1)

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 Hyper M.2 Socket (M2_1) supports M Key type 2242/2260/2280 M.2 PCI Express module up to Gen4x4 (64 Gb/s) (Only supported with 11^th Gen Intel® Core™ Processors).

Installing the M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module

Step 1

Prepare a M.2_SSD (NGFF) module and the screw.

Step 2

Before installing a M.2 (NGFF) SSD module, 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 module.

Step 3

Depending on the PCB type and length of your M.2_SSD (NGFF) module, find the corresponding nut location to be used.

No.123

Nut Location A B C

PCB Length 4.2cm 6cm 8cm

Module Type

Type2242

Type2260

Type 2280

Step 4

Prepare the M.2 standoff that comes with the package. Then hand tighten the standoff into the desired nut location on the motherboard. 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 fits in one orientation.

Step 5

Tighten the screw that come with the package with a screwdriver to secure the module into place.

Step 6

Tighten the screw with a screwdriver to secure the module and M.2 heatsink into place. Please do not overtighten the screw as this might damage the module and M.2 heatsink.

M.2 SSD (NGFF) Module Support List (M2_1)

Vendor Interface P/N
ADATA PCIe3 x4 ASX7000NP-128GT-C
ADATA PCIe3 x4 ASX8000NP-256GM-C
ADATA PCIe3 x4 ASX7000NP-256GT-C
ADATA PCIe3 x4 ASX8000NP-512GM-C
ADATA PCIe3 x4 ASX7000NP-512GT-C
Apacer PCIe3 x4 AP240GZ280
Corsair PCIe3 x4 CSSD-F240GBMP500
Intel PCIe3 x4 SSDPEKKF256G7
Intel PCIe3 x4 SSDPEKKF512G7
Kingston PCIe3 x4 SKC1000/480G
Kingston PCIe2 x4 SH2280S3/480G
OCZ PCIe3 x4 RVD400 -M2280-512G (NVME)
PATR IOT PCIe3 x4 PH240GPM280SSDR NVME
Plextor PCIe3 x4 PX-128M8PeG
Plextor PCIe3 x4 PX-1TM8PeG
Plextor PCIe3 x4 PX-256M8PeG
Plextor PCIe3 x4 PX-512M8PeG
Plextor PCIe	PX-G256M6e
Plextor PCIe	PX-G512M6e
Samsung	PCIe3 x4	SM961 MZVPW128HEGM (NVM)
Samsung	PCIe3 x4	PM961 MZVLW128HEGR (NVME)
Samsung	PCIe3 x4	960 EVO (MZ-V6E250) (NVME)
Samsung	PCIe3 x4	960 EVO (MZ-V6E250BW) (NVME)
Samsung	PCIe3 x4 SM951 (NVME)
Samsung	PCIe3 x4	SM951 (MZHPV256HDGL)
Samsung	PCIe3 x4	SM951 (MZHPV512HDGL)
Samsung	PCIe3 x4 SM951 (NVME)
Samsung	PCIe x4	XP941-512G (MZHPU512HCGL)
SanDisk	PCIe	SD6PP4M-128G
SanDisk	PCIe	SD6PP4M-256G
TEAM	PCIe3 x4 TM8FP2240G0C101
TEAM	PCIe3 x4 TM8FP2480GC110
WD	PCIe3 x4	WDS256G1X0C-00ENX0 (NVME)
WD	PCIe3 x4	WDS512G1X0C-00ENX0 (NVME)

For the latest updates of M.2 SSD (NGFF) module support list, please visit our website for details: http://www.asrock.com

2.8 M.2 SSD (NGFF) Module Installation Guide (M2_2)

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 Ultra M.2 Socket (M2_2) supports M Key type 2280 M.2 SATA3 6.0 Gb/s module and M.2 PCI Express module up to Gen3 x4 (32 Gb/s).

* If M2_2 is occupied by a SATA-type M.2 device, SATA3_1 will be disabled.

Installing the M.2 SSD (NGFF) Module

Step 1

Prepare a M.2 SSD (NGFF) module and the screw.

Step 2

Depending on the PCB type and length of your M.2 SSD (NGFF) module, find the corresponding nut location to be used.

No.1

Nut Location A

PCB Length 8cm

Module Type Type2280

Step 3

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 fits in one orientation.

Step 4

Tighten the screw with a screwdriver to secure the module into place.

Please do not overtighten the screw as this might damage the module.

M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Support List (M2_2)

Vendor Interface P/N
ADATA PCIe3 x4 ASX7000NP-128GT-C
ADATA PCIe3 x4 ASX8000NP-256GM-C
ADATA PCIe3 x4 ASX7000NP-256GT-C
ADATA PCIe3 x4 ASX8000NP-512GM-C
ADATA PCIe3 x4 ASX7000NP-512GT-C
Apacer PCIe3 x4 AP240GZ280
Corsair PCIe3 x4 CSSD-F240GBMP500
Intel PCIe3 x4 SSDPEKKF256G7
Intel PCIe3 x4 SSDPEKKF512G7
Kingston PCIe3 x4 SKC1000/480G
Kingston PCIe2 x4 SH2280S3/480G
OCZ PCIe3 x4 RVD400 -M2280-512G (NVME)
PATR IOT PCIe3 x4 PH240GPM280SSDR NVME
Plextor PCIe3 x4 PX-128M8PeG
Plextor PCIe3 x4 PX-1TM8PeG
Plextor PCIe3 x4 PX-256M8PeG
Plextor PCIe3 x4 PX-512M8PeG
Plextor PCIe PX-G256M6e
Plextor PCIe PX-G512M6e
Samsung	PCIe3 x4	SM961 MZVPW128HEGM (NVM)
Samsung	PCIe3 x4	PM961 MZVLW128HEGR (NVME)
Samsung	PCIe3 x4	960 EVO (MZ-V6E250) (NVME)
Samsung	PCIe3 x4	960 EVO (MZ-V6E250BW) (NVME)
Samsung	PCIe3 x4 SM951 (NVME)
Samsung	PCIe3 x4	SM951 (MZHPV256HDGL)
Samsung	PCIe3 x4	SM951 (MZHPV512HDGL)
Samsung	PCIe3 x4 SM951 (NVME)
Samsung	PCIe x4	XP941-512G (MZHPU512HCGL)
SanDisk	PCIe SD6PP4M-128G
SanDisk	PCIe SD6PP4M-256G
TEAM	PCIe3 x4 TM8FP2240G0C101
TEAM	PCIe3 x4 TM8FP2480GC110
WD	PCIe3 x4	WDS256G1X0C-00ENX0 (NVME)
WD	PCIe3 x4	WDS512G1X0C-00ENX0 (NVME)

For the latest updates of M.2_SSD (NGFF) module support list, please visit our website for details: http://www.asrock.com

2.9 ASRock Polychrome SYNC

ASRock Polychrome SYNC is a lighting control utility specifically designed for unique individuals with sophisticated tastes to build their own stylish colorful lighting system. Simply by connecting the LED strip, you can customize various lighting schemes and patterns, including Static, Breathing, Strobe, Cycling, Music, Wave and more.

Connecting the LED Strip

Connect your RGB LED strips to the RGB LED Headers (RGB_LED1 / RGB_LED2) on the motherboard.

1. Never install the RGB LED cable in the wrong orientation; otherwise, the cable may be damaged.
2. Before installing or removing your RGB LED cable, please power off your system and unplug the power cord from the power supply. Failure to do so may cause damages to motherboard components.

1. Please note that the RGB LED strips do not come with the package.
2. The RGB LED header supports standard 5050 RGB LED strip (12V/G/R/B), with a maximum power rating of 3A (12V) and length within 2 meters.

Connecting the Addressable RGB LED Strip

Connect your Addressable RGB LED strips to the Addressable LED Headers (ADDR_LED1 / ADDR_LED2) on the motherboard.

1. Never install the RGB LED cable in the wrong orientation; otherwise, the cable may be damaged.
2. Before installing or removing your RGB LED cable, please power off your system and unplug the power cord from the power supply. Failure to do so may cause damages to motherboard components.

1. Please note that the RGB LED strips do not come with the package.
2. The RGB LED header supports WS2812B addressable RGB LED strip (5V/Data/GND), with a maximum power rating of 3A (5V) and length within 2 meters.

ASRock Polychrome SYNC Utility

Now you can adjust the RGB LED color through the ASRock Polychrome SYNC Utility. Download this utility from the ASRock Live Update & APP Shop and start coloring your PC style your way!

1 Introduction

(4-pin, CHA_FAN1/WP)

(4-pin, CHA_FAN2/WP)

(4-pin, CHA_FAN3/WP)

- 6 SATA3 6.0 Gb/s connectors, supporting Intel Rapid Storage Technology 18, NCQ, AHCI and Hot Plug*

Clear CMOS Jumper (CLRMOS1)

(see p.1, No. 25)

2-pin jumper

USB Type-C Cable

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Product Name : Motherboard

Model Number : B560M Pro4/ac

Conforms to the following specifications:

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