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USER MANUAL B660M-ITX/eDP ASROCK

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CE Warning

This device complies with directive 2014/53/EU issued by the Commission of the European Community.

This equipment complies with EU radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.

This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your body.

Operations in the 5.15-5.35GHz band are restricted to indoor usage only.

	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

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

ASRock Incorporation

Contains Wi-Fi module with Bluetooth

Intel® Wi-Fi 9462

Model: 9462NGW

FCC ID: PD99462NG

IC:1000M-9462NG

R 003-170245

T D170151003

CCAH17LP4350T0

5.15\~5.35GHz indoor use only

Motherboard Layout

Top Side View

16 M2_WIFI USB 3.2 Gm T:USB32_1 B:USB32_2 Top: RJ-45 USB 2.0 USB_1 USB 2.0 USB_2 USB 2.0 USB_3 USB 2.0 USB_4 CPU USB 2.0 USB_1 USB 2.0 USB_2 CPU CPU M2_1 Intel B660 PCIE1 RoHS B660M-ITX/eDP ASRock DDR4_A1 (64 bit, 288-pin module) DDR4_B1 (64 bit, 288-pin module) ATXPWR1 ATXPWR1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14

Back Side View

EDP1 10 1 17

No. Description

1 Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN2)
2 ATX 12V Power Connector (ATX12V1)
3 CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1)
4 Chassis/Water Pump Fan Connector (CHA_FAN1/WP)
5 2 x 288-pin DDR4 DIMM Slots (DDR4_A1, DDR4_B1)
6 ATX Power Connector (ATXPWR1)
7 USB 2.0 Header (USB_5_6)
8 USB 3.2 Gen1 Header (USB32_3_4)
9 SATA3 Connector (SATA3_0)
10 SATA3 Connector (SATA3_1)
11 SATA3 Connector (SATA3_2)
12 SATA3 Connector (SATA3_3)
13 System Panel Header (PANEL1)
14 Clear CMOS Jumper (CLRMOS1)
15 Chassis Speaker Header (SPEAKER1)
16 Front Panel Audio Header (HD_AUDIO1)
17 eDP Signal Connector (EDP1)

I/O Panel

Diagram showing labeled components of a computer interface, including ports, servers, and indicators

No. Description No. Description

1 LAN RJ-45 Port* 6 USB 3.2 Gen1 Ports (USB32_12)
2 Line In (Light Blue)** 7 USB 2.0 Ports (USB_1234)***
3 Front Speaker (Lime) ^ 8 DisplayPort 1.4
4 Microphone (Pink) ^ 9 HDMI Port
5 Antenna Ports

* There are two LEDs on each 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

*** CNVi BT shares bandwidth with the top USB 2.0 port (USB_1). When CNVi BT is used, USB_1 becomes unavailable.

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

WiFi-802.11ac + BT Module

This motherboard comes with an exclusive WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac + BT v5.1 module (pre-installed on the rear I/O panel) that offers support for WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac connectivity standards and Bluetooth v5.1. 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.

* CNVi BT shares bandwidth with the top USB 2.0 port (USB_1) on the rear I/O. When CNVi BT is used, USB_1 becomes unavailable.

WiFi Antennas Installation Guide

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Step 1

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

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Step 2

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

Mechanical assembly diagram showing a lever mechanism with rotating arrows (no text or symbols)

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 B660M-ITX/eDP 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 B660M-ITX/eDP Motherboard (Mini-ITX Form Factor)
• ASRock B660M-ITX/eDP Quick Installation Guide
• ASRock B660M-ITX/eDP Support CD
• 2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional)
• 2 x ASRock WiFi 2.4/5 GHz Antennas (Optional)
• 1 x Screw for M.2 Socket (Optional)
• 1 x I/O Panel Shield

1.2 Specifications

Platform	Mini-ITX Form FactorSolid Capacitor design
CPU	Supports 14^th , 13^th & 12^th Gen Intel® CoreTM Processors (LGA1700)Digi Power design6 Power Phase designSupports Intel® Hybrid TechnologySupports Intel® Turbo Boost Max 3.0 Technology
Chipset	Intel® B660
Memory	Dual Channel DDR4 Memory Technology2 x DDR4 DIMM SlotsSupports DDR4 non-ECC, un-buffered memory up to 5000+(OC)*Supports DDR4 3200 natively.* 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: 64GBSupports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) 2.0
Expansion Slot	CPU:1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 Slot (PCIE1), supports x16 mode*Chipset:1 x Vertical M.2 Socket (Key E), supports type 2230 Intel® CNVi (Integrated WiFi/BT)**Supports NVMe SSD as boot disks** CNVi BT shares bandwidth with the top USB 2.0 port (USB_1) on the rear I/O. When CNVi BT is used, USB_1 becomes unavailable.
Graphics	Intel® UHD Graphics Built-in Visuals and the VGA outputs can be supported only with processors which are GPU integrated.Intel® Xe Graphics Architecture (Gen 12)

• Three graphics output options: eDP 1.4, HDMI and DisplayPort 1.4
  • Supports Triple Monitor
• Supports eDP 1.4 with max. resolution up to Full HD (1920x1080) @ 60Hz
• Supports HDMI 2.1 TMDS Compatible with max. resolution up to 4K x 2K (4096x2160) @ 60Hz
• Supports DisplayPort 1.4 with DSC (compressed) max. resolution up to 8K (7680x4320) @ 60Hz / 5K (5120x3200) @ 120Hz
• Supports HDCP 2.3 with eDP 1.4, HDMI 2.1 TMDS Compatible and DisplayPort 1.4 Ports

Audio

• 7.1 CH HD Audio (Realtek ALC897 Audio Codec)

• Supports Surge Protection

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 UEFI PXE

Wireless

• 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

- 2 x Antenna Ports

- 1 x HDMI Port

- 1 x DisplayPort 1.4

- 2 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Ports (Supports ESD Protection)

- 4 x USB 2.0 Ports (Supports ESD Protection)*

* CNVi BT shares bandwidth with the top USB 2.0 port (USB_1). When CNVi BT is used, USB_1 becomes unavailable.

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

• HD Audio Jacks: Line in / Front Speaker / Microphone

Storage

Chipset:

• 1 x Ultra M.2 Socket (M2_1, Key M), supports type 2280 SATA3 6.0 Gb/s & PCIe Gen3x4 (32 Gb/s) modes*
  • 4 x SATA3 6.0 Gb/s Connectors**

* Supports Intel® Optane™ Technology
* Supports Intel® Volume Management Device (VMD)
* Supports NVMe SSD as boot disks
* Supports ASRock U.2 Kit
** If M2_1 is occupied by a SATA-type M.2 device, SATA3_0 will be disabled.

RAID

- Supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5 and RAID 10 for SATA storage devices

Connector

• 1 x eDP Signal Connector
• 1 x CPU Fan Connector (4-pin)

* The CPU Fan Connector supports the CPU fan of maximum 1A (12W) fan power.

• 1 x Chassis Fan Connector (4-pin)

* The Chassis Fan Connector supports the chassis fan of maximum 1A (12W) fan power.

- 1 x Chassis/Water Pump Fan Connector (4-pin) (Smart Fan Speed Control)

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

* CHA_FAN1/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
• 1 x Front Panel Audio Connector
- 1 x USB 2.0 Header (Supports 2 USB 2.0 ports) (Supports ESD Protection)
- 1 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Header (Supports 2 USB 3.2 Gen1 ports) (Supports ESD Protection)

BIOS

• AMI UEFI Legal BIOS with multilingual GUI support

Feature

• ACPI 6.0 Compliant wake up events

- SMBIOS 2.7 Support

- CPU Core/Cache, CPU GT, DRAM, VCCIN AUX, +1.05V PROC, +1.8V PROC, +0.82V PCH, +1.05V PCH Voltage Multi-adjustment

Hardware Monitor

• Fan Tachometer: CPU, Chassis, Chassis/Water Pump Fans
- Quiet Fan (Auto adjust chassis fan speed by CPU temperature): CPU, Chassis, Chassis/Water Pump Fans
- Fan Multi-Speed Control: CPU, Chassis, Chassis/Water Pump Fans
- Voltage monitoring: CPU Vcore, +12V, +5V, +3.3V, +1.05V PCH

os

- Microsoft® Windows® 10 64-bit / 11 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 Mini-ITX form factor motherboard. Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that the motherboard fits into it.

Pre-installation Precautions

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

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

2.1 Installing the CPU

1. Before you insert the 1700-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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Technical line drawing of a mechanical assembly with no visible text or symbols

Diagram of a mechanical device with a hook and orange curved arrow indicating motion (no text or symbols)

Diagram of a mechanical component with an arrow indicating rotation or movement, no text or symbols present

Diagram of a computer processor showing internal components and a close-up view of the base (no text or symbols)

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

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Technical diagram of a CPU fan assembly with directional arrows indicating rotation and component placement

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CP-124h

2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM)

This motherboard provides two 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 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.

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 (PCIe Slot)

There is 1 PCIe slot on the motherboard.

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

PCIe slots:

PCIE1 (PCIe 4.0 x16 slot) is used for PCIe x16 lane width 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. 14)

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.

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. 13)

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

Connect the power button, reset button and system status indicator on the chassis to this header according to the pin assignments below. Note the positive and negative pins before connecting the cables.

PWRBTN (Power Button):

Connect to the power button on the chassis front panel. You may configure the way to turn off your system using the power button.

RESET (Reset Button):

Connect to the reset button on the chassis front panel. Press the reset button to restart the computer if the computer freezes and fails to perform a normal restart.

PLED (System Power LED):

Connect to the power status indicator on the chassis front panel. The LED is on when the system is operating. The LED keeps blinking when the system is in S1/S3 sleep state. The LED is off when the system is in S4 sleep state or powered off (S5).

HDLED (Hard Drive Activity LED):

Connect to the hard drive activity LED on the chassis front panel. The LED is on when the hard drive is reading or writing data.

The front panel design may differ by chassis. A front panel module mainly consists of power button, reset button, power LED, hard drive activity LED, speaker and etc. When connecting your chassis front panel module to this header, make sure the wire assignments and the pin assignments are matched correctly.

Serial ATA3 Connectors

(SATA3_0:

see p.1, No. 9)

(SATA3_1:

see p.1, No. 10)

(SATA3_2:

see p.1, No. 11)

(SATA3_3:

see p.1, No. 12)

SATA3_3 SATA3_1 SATA3_2 SATA3_0

These four SATA3

connectors support SATA data cables for internal

storage devices with up to

6.0 Gb/s data transfer rate.

* If M2_1 is occupied by a SATA-type M.2 device,

SATA3_0 will be disabled.

USB 2.0 Header

(9-pin USB_5_6)

(see p.1, No. 7)

USB_PWR P- P+ GNDND 1 USB_PWR P- P+ DUMMY

There is one USB

2.0 header on this motherboard. This USB

2.0 header can support two ports.

USB 3.2 Gen1 Header

(19-pin USB32_3_4)

(see p.1, No. 8)

Vbus/Vbus IntA_PB_SSRX- IntA_PB_SSRX+ GND IntA_PB_SSTX- IntA_PB_SSTX+ GND IntA_PB_D- IntA_PB_D- Dummy 1

There is one header on this motherboard. This

USB 3.2 Gen1 header can support two ports.

Front Panel Audio Header

(9-pin HD_AUDIO1)

(see p.1, No. 16)

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 Speaker Header

(4-pin SPEAKER1)

(see p.1, No. 15)

Please connect the chassis speaker to this header.

Chassis/Water Pump Fan

Connector

(4-pin CHA_FAN1/WP)

(see p.1, No. 4)

FAN_SPEED_CONTROL CHA_FAN_SPEED FAN_VOLTAGE GND

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

Chassis Fan Connector

(4-pin CHA_FAN2)

(see p.1, No. 1)

FAN_SPEED_CONTROL CHA_FAN_SPEED +12V GND

Please connect fan cables to the fan connector and match the black wire to the ground pin.

CPU Fan Connector

(4-pin CPU_FAN1)

(see p.1, No. 3)

This motherboard provides 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. 6)

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. 2)

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.

eDP Signal Connector (40-pin EDP1) (see p.2, No. 17)

PIN SIGNAL

1	N/A
2	LCD_BLT_VCC
3	LCD_BLT_VCC
4	LCD_BLT_VCC
5	LCD_BLT_VCC
6	N/A
7	N/A
8	eDP_VARY_BL
9	eDP_BLON
10	BKI_GND
11	BKI_GND
12	BKT_GND
13	BKT_GND
14	cDP_HPD_CON
15	PNL_GND
16	PNL_GND
17	PNL_GND
18	PNL_GND
19	N/A
20	+LVDD
21	+LVDD
22	+LVDD
23	+LVDD
24	GND
25	cDP_AUX#_CON
26	cDP_AUX_CON
27	GND
28	cDP_TX0_CON
29	eDP_TX0_CON
30	GND
31	eDP_TX1_CON
32	eDP_TX1_CON
33	GND
34	N/A
35	N/A
36	GND
37	N/A
38	N/A
39	GND
40	N/A

This connector is for an LCD monitor that supports an internal embedded DisplayPort (eDP).

*Please refer to page 29 for further instructions on how to adjust the brightness.

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 Ultra M.2 Socket (M2_1, Key M), supports type 2280 SATA3 6.0 Gb/s & PCIe Gen3x4 (32 Gb/s) modes.

* If M2_1 is occupied by a SATA-type M.2 device, SATA3_0 will be disabled.

Installing the M.2\_SSD (NGFF) Module

Pure technical line drawing of a rectangular component with no text or symbols

Step 1

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

Technical line drawing of a mechanical component with dimension lines and labeled section A (no text or symbols beyond labels)

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 Type 2280

Technical diagram of a mechanical assembly with a lever and pivot, showing no text or symbols

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.

A 20°

Simple line drawing of a mechanical setup with a spring, pulley, and rectangular block (no text or symbols)

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

Vendor Interface P/N
ADATA SATA3 AXNS330E-32GM-B
ADATA SATA3 AXNS381E-128GM-B
ADATA SATA3 AXNS381E-256GM-B
ADATA SATA3 ASU800NS38-256GT-C
ADATA SATA3 ASU800NS38-512GT-C
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
Crucial SATA3 CT120M500SSD4
Crucial SATA3 CT240M500SSD4
Intel SATA3 Intel SSDSCKGW080A401/80G
Intel PCIe3 x4 SSDPEKKF256G7
Intel PCIe3 x4 SSDPEKKF512G7
Kingston SATA3 SM2280S3
Kingston PCIe3 x4 SKC1000/480G
Kingston PCIe2 x4 SH2280S3/480G
OCZ PCIe3 x4 RVD400 -M2280-512G (NVME)
PATRIOT 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	SATA3 TM4PS4128GMC105
Team	SATA3 TM4PS4256GMC105
Team	SATA3 TM8PS4128GMC105
Team	SATA3 TM8PS4256GMC105

TEAM PCIe3 x4 TM8FP2240G0C101

TEAM PCIe3 x4 TM8FP2480GC110

Transcend SATA3 TS256GMTS400

Transcend SATA3 TS512GMTS600

Transcend SATA3 TS512GMTS800

V-Color SATA3 VLM100-120G-2280B-RD

V-Color SATA3 VLM100-240G-2280RGB

V-Color SATA3 VSM100-240G-2280

V-Color SATA3 VLM100-240G-2280B-RD

WD SATA3 WDS100T1B0B-00AS40

WD SATA3 WDS240G1G0B-00RC30

WD PCIe3 x4 WDS256G1X0C-00ENX0 (NVME)

WD PCIe3 x4 WDS512G1X0C-00ENX0 (NVME)

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

2.8 Change Screen Brightness for eDP in Windows®

This section explains how to change screen brightness in Windows ^® when you use an eDP panel.

The following is a setup example for Windows ^® 11. Setup procedures may vary from different operating systems.

Setup Guide

Step 1

Right click on desktop. Select Display settings.

View Sort by Refresh Undo Rename Ctrl+Z New Display settings Personalize

Step 2

In System > Display, select Brightness. Move the slider to fine-tune the brightness level.

System display settings interface showing brightness and color options with progress bar and HDR option

Step 3

You might also see another check box displayed: Help improve battery by optimizing the content shown and brightness. Select the check box to turn on the content adaptive brightness control if needed.

System > Display Brightness & color Brightness Adjust the brightness of the built-in display Help improve battery by optimizing the content shown and brightness Learn more Night light Use warmer colors to help block blue light Off HDR HDR

1 Einleitung

Cavalier Clear CMOS (CLRMOS1)

(voir p.1, No. 14)

• Supporto WOL (Wake-On-LAN)

• Supporto Energy Efficient Ethernet 802.3az

- Supporto UEFI PXE

LAN wireless

- Modulo WiFi 802.11ac

• Supporta IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac

• Supporta Dual-Band (2.4/5 GHz)

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