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USER MANUAL Z270 Extreme4 ASROCK

Published October 2016

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Motherboard Layout

1 2 3 4 5 RoHS CPU-7AN CPU_OPTIN_RUMP ATXPWR1 6 7 8 9 27 PS2 USB 3.0 T: USB1 B: USB2 Kg/MS22 rd VGA1 DV/I HDMI11 USB 3.1 T: USB1 TA.1 B: USB1 TC.1 USB 3.0 T: USB3 B: USB4 Top: RJ-45 Digital Digital Digital Digital LAN CHA PAN1 PCIE1 ASRock PCIE2 Z270 EXTREME4 CMOS Battery Purity Sound 4# PCIE3 PCIE4 Intel Z270 PCIE5 PCIE6 Ultra M.2 PCIe Gen3 x4 M2_1 CTD CTD CTD CTI CTD CTD CTI CTD CTD CTI CTD CTD CTI CTD CTD CTI CTD CTD CTI CTD CTD CTI CTD CTD CTI CTD CTD CTI CTD CTD CTI CTD CTD CTI CTD CTD CTI CTD CTD CTI CTD CTD CTI CTD CTD CTI CTD TWD1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 M2_2 HTC/HD01 C: HD011 25 18 24 23 22 21 17 28 20 19 16 15 14

No. Description

1 ATX 12V Power Connector (ATX12V1)
2 CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1)
3 CPU Fan / Waterpump Fan Connector (CPU_OPT/W_PUMP)
4 2 x 288-pin DDR4 DIMM Slots (DDR4_A1, DDR4_B1)
5 2 x 288-pin DDR4 DIMM Slots (DDR4_A2, DDR4_B2)
6 ATX Power Connector (ATXPWR1)
7 USB 3.0 Header (USB3_7_8)
8 Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN2)
9 USB 3.0 Header (USB3_5_6)
10 SATA3 Connectors (SATA3_4_5)
11 SATA3 Connectors (SATA3_2_3)
12 SATA3 Connectors (SATA3_0_1)
13 SATA3 Connectors (SATA3_A1_A2)
14 System Panel Header (PANEL1)
15 Power LED and Speaker Header (SPK_PLED1)
16 Chassis Fan / Waterpump Fan Connector (CHA_FAN3/W_PUMP)
17 COM Port Header (COM1)
18 TPM Header (TPMS1)
19 USB 2.0 Header (USB_1_2)
20 USB 2.0 Header (USB_3_4)
21 USB 2.0 Header (USB_5_6)
22 Thunderbolt AIC Connector (TB2)
23 Thunderbolt AIC Connector (TB1)
24 AURA RGB LED Header (RGB_LED)
25 Clear CMOS Jumper (CLRMOS1)
26 Front Panel Audio Header (HD_AUDIO1)
27 Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN1)

I/O Panel

Diagram showing labeled electronic device ports and connectors, numbered 1 to 16 with corresponding icons.

No. Description No. Description

1 PS/2 Mouse/Keyboard Port (PS2_KB1) 9 Optical SPDIF Out Port

2 D-Sub Port (VGA1) 10 USB 3.0 Ports (USB3_34)***

3 LAN RJ-45 Port* 11 USB 3.1 Type-A Port (USB31_TA_1)

4 Central / Bass (Orange) 12 USB 3.1 Type-C Port (USB31_TC_1)

5 Rear Speaker (Black) 13 HDMI Port (HDMI1)

6 Line In (Light Blue) 14 DVI-D Port (DVI1)

7 Front Speaker (Lime)** 15 USB 3.0 Ports (USB3_12)

8 Microphone (Pink) 16 Antenna Ports

* There 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
Off No Link Off	10Mbps connection
Blinking	Data Activity	Orange	100Mbps connection
On Link Green	Gbps 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. 7)	Rear Speaker (No. 5)	Central / Bass (No. 4)	Line In (No. 6)
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. After restarting your computer, you will find 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.

Chapter 1 Introduction

Thank you for purchasing ASRock Z270 Extreme4 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 Z270 Extreme4 Motherboard (ATX Form Factor)

ASRock Z270 Extreme4 Quick Installation Guide

ASRock Z270 Extreme4 Support CD

1 x I/O Panel Shield

4 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional)

1 x ASRock SLI_HB_Bridge_2S Card (Optional)

3 x Screws for M.2 Socket (Optional)

1.2 Specifications

Platform	ATX Form Factor
CPU	Supports 7^th and 6^th Generation Intel® CoreTM i7/i5/i3/Pentium®/Celeron® Processors (Socket 1151)Digi Power design10 Power Phase designSupports Intel® Turbo Boost 2.0 TechnologySupports Intel® K-Series unlocked CPUsSupports ASRock BCLK Full-range Overclocking
Chipset	Intel® Z270
Memory	Dual Channel DDR4 Memory Technology4 x DDR4 DIMM SlotsSupports DDR4 3866+(OC)*/3733(OC)/3600(OC)/3200(OC)/2933(OC)/2800(OC)/2400**/2133 non-ECC, un-buffered memory* 3866+(OC) memory frequency can only be achieved when a single memory module is installed (Single channel memory).* Please refer to Memory Support List on ASRock's website for more information. (http://www.asrock.com/)** 7^th Gen Intel® CPU supports DDR4 up to 2400; 6^th Gen Intel® CPU supports DDR4 up to 2133.Supports ECC UDIMM memory modules (operate in non-ECC mode)Max. capacity of system memory: 64GBSupports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) 2.015μ Gold Contact in DIMM Slots
Expansion Slot	3 x PCI Express 3.0 x16 Slots (PCIE2/PCIE4/PCIE6: single at x16 (PCIE2); dual at x8 (PCIE2) / x8 (PCIE4); triple at x8 (PCIE2) / x8 (PCIE4) / x4 (PCIE6))*Supports NVMe SSD as boot disks3 x PCI Express 3.0 x1 Slots (Flexible PCIe)Supports AMD Quad CrossFireXTM , 3-Way CrossFireXTM and CrossFireXTMSupports NVIDIA® Quad SLITM and SLITM1 x M.2 Socket (Key E), supports type 2230 WiFi/BT module15μ Gold Contact in VGA PCIe slot (PCIE2)

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 ^TM 3D, Intel ^® Clear Video HD Technology, Intel ^® Insider ^TM , Intel ^® HD Graphics Gen9 LP, DX11.3, DX12

HWAEncode/Decode: VP8, HEVC 8b, VP9, HEVC 10b (For 7^th Gen Intel® CPU)

HWA Encode/Decode: VP8, HEVC 8b; GPU/SWEncode/ Decode: VP9, HEVC 10b (For 6 ^th Gen Intel ^® CPU) Max. shared memory 1024MB

* The size of maximum shared memory may vary from different operating systems.

Three graphics output options: D-Sub, DVI-D and HDMI Supports Triple Monitor

Supports HDMI with max. resolution up to 4K x 2K (4096x2160) @ 24Hz / (3840x2160) @ 30Hz

Supports DVI-D with max. resolution up to 1920x1200 @ 60Hz

Supports D-Sub with max. resolution up to 1920x1200 @ 60Hz

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 DVI-D and HDMI Ports

Supports Full HD 1080p Blu-ray (BD) playback with DVI-D and HDMI Ports

Audio

7.1 CH HD Audio with Content Protection (Realtek ALC1220 Audio Codec)

Premium Blu-ray Audio support

Supports Surge Protection (ASRock Full Spike Protection) Supports Purity Sound ^TM 4

- Nichicon Fine Gold Series Audio Caps

- 120dB SNR DAC with Differential Amplifier

- TI® NE5532 Premium Headset Amplifier for Front Panel Audio Connector (Supports up to 600 Ohm headsets)

- Pure Power-In

• Direct Drive Technology
• PCB Isolate Shielding
• Impedance Sensing on Front Out port
• Individual PCB Layers for R/L Audio Channel
• AURA RGB LED
  Supports DTS Connect

LAN

Gigabit LAN 10/100/1000 Mb/s

Giga PHY Intel ^® I219V

Supports Wake-On-LAN

Supports Lightning/ESD Protection (ASRock Full Spike

Protection)

Supports Energy Efficient Ethernet 802.3az

Supports PXE

Rear Panel

2 x Antenna Ports

I/O

1 x PS/2 Mouse/Keyboard Port

1 x D-Sub Port

1 x DVI-D Port

1 x HDMI Port

1 x Optical SPDIF Out Port

1 x USB 3.1 Type-A Port (10 Gb/s) (ASMedia ASM2142)

(Supports ESD Protection (ASRock Full Spike Protection))

1 x USB 3.1 Type-C Port (10 Gb/s) (ASMedia ASM2142)

(Supports ESD Protection (ASRock Full Spike Protection))

4 x USB 3.0 Ports (Intel® Z270) (Supports ESD Protection

(ASRock Full Spike Protection))

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

LED)

HD Audio Jacks: Rear Speaker / Central / Bass / Line in /

Front Speaker / Microphone

Storage

6 x SATA3 6.0 Gb/s Connectors, support RAID (RAID 0,

RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 10, Intel Rapid Storage Technology

15 and Intel Smart Response Technology), NCQ, AHCI and

Hot Plug*

2 x SATA3 6.0 Gb/s Connectors by ASMedia ASM1061,

support NCQ, AHCI and Hot Plug

* M2_1, SATA3_0 and SATA3_1 share lanes. If either one of them is in use, the others will be disabled.
* M2_2, SATA3_4 and SATA3_5 share lanes. If either one of them is in use, the others will be disabled.
** Supports Intel® Optane™ Technology
** Supports NVMe SSD as boot disks
** Supports ASRock U.2 Kit

1 x Ultra M.2 Socket (M2_1), supports type
2230/2242/2260/2280 M.2 SATA3 6.0 Gb/s module and M.2 PCI Express module up to Gen3 x4 (32 Gb/s)**
1 x Ultra M.2 Socket (M2_2), supports type
2230/2242/2260/2280/22110 M.2 SATA3 6.0 Gb/s module and M.2 PCI Express module up to Gen3 x4 (32 Gb/s)** 

Connector

1 x COM Port Header  
1 x TPM Header  
1 x Power LED and Speaker Header  
1 x AURA RGB LED Header  
1 x CPU Fan Connector (4-pin) 

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

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

* The Chassis Optional/Water Pump Fan supports the water cooler fan of maximum 1.5A (18W) fan power.

* CHA_FAN1 and CHA_FAN2 can auto detect if 3-pin or 4-pin fan is in use.

1 x 24 pin ATX Power Connector (Hi-Density 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)
1 x Thunderbolt AIC Connector (10-pin) 

* Only one Thunderbolt AIC Card is supported

3 x USB 2.0 Headers (Support 6 USB 2.0 ports) (Intel® Z270) (Supports ESD Protection (ASRock Full Spike Protection)) 1 x USB 3.0 Header (Supports 2 USB 3.0 ports) (Intel® Z270) (Supports ESD Protection (ASRock Full Spike Protection)) 1 x USB 3.0 Header (Supports 2 USB 3.0 ports) (ASMedia ASM1074 hub) (Supports ESD Protection (ASRock Full Spike Protection))

BIOS Feature

2 x AMI UEFI Legal BIOS with multilingual GUI support (1 x Main BIOS and 1 x Backup BIOS) Supports Secure Backup UEFI Technology ACPI 6.0 Compliant wake up events SMBIOS 2.7 Support CPU, GT_CPU, DRAM, VPP, PCH 1.0V, VCCIO, VCCST, VCCSA, VCCPLL Voltage Multi-adjustment

Hardware Monitor

CPU / Chassis / CPU Optional/Water Pump / Chassis Optional/Water Pump temperature sensing CPU / Chassis / CPU Optional/Water Pump / Chassis Optional/Water Pump Fan Tachometer CPU / Chassis / CPU Optional/Water Pump / Chassis Op- tional/Water Pump Quiet Fan (Auto adjust chassis fan speed by CPU temperature) CPU / Chassis / CPU Optional/Water Pump / Chassis Op- tional/Water Pump Fan multi-speed control Voltage monitoring: +12V, +5V, +3.3V, CPU Vcore, DRAM, VPP, PCH 1.0V, VCCSA, VCCST

os

Microsoft® Windows® 10 64-bit (For 7^th Gen Intel® CPU) Microsoft® Windows® 10 64-bit / 8.1 64-bit / 7 32-bit / 7 64-bit (For 6^th Gen Intel® CPU)

* To install Windows® 7 OS, a modified installation disk with xHCI drivers packed into the ISO file is required. Please refer to page 179 for more detailed instructions. * For the updated Windows® 10 driver, please visit ASRock's website for details: http://www.asrock.com

Certifications

FCC, CE, WHQL, RCM, BSMI 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 an 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 1151-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 device with an arrow indicating rotational motion (no text or symbols)

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Technical diagram of a computer processor internal structure showing mounting holes and a highlighted section (no text or symbols)

Diagram of a computer monitor with an orange curved arrow indicating motion or rotation (no text or symbols present)

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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

Technical line drawing of a mechanical assembly with a pipette inserted into a square component (no text or symbols)

Diagram illustrating the cooling mechanism of a CPU, showing fan cooling and heatsink cooling process with rotation arrows.

2 125.5mA

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
3 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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Illustration of hands assembling a mechanical component with a highlighted section (no text or symbols)

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Isometric line drawing of a rectangular mechanical component with multiple square cutouts and directional arrows indicating rotation (no text or symbols)

2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI Express Slots)

There are 6 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:

PCIE1 (PCIe 3.0 x1 slot) is used for PCI Express x1 lane width cards.

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

PCIE3 (PCIe 3.0 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 3.0 x1 slot) is used for PCI Express x1 lane width cards.

PCIE6 (PCIe 3.0 x16 slot) is used for PCI Express x4 lane width graphics cards.

PCIe Slot Configurations

PCIE2 PCIE4 PCIE6

Single Graphics Card x16 N/A N/A

Two Graphics Cards in

CrossFireX ^TM or SLI ^TM

x8 x8 N/A

Mode

Three Graphics Cards in

3-Way CrossFireX ^TM Mode

x8 x8 x4

For a better thermal environment, please connect a chassis fan to the motherboard's chassis fan connector (CHA_FAN1, CHA_FAN2 or CHA_FAN3) 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". The illustration shows a 3-pin jumper whose pin1 and pin2 are "Short" when a jumper cap is placed on these 2 pins.

Short Open 1 2 3

Clear CMOS Jumper (CLRMOS1)

(see p.1, No. 25)

Clear CMOSDefault

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 pin2 and pin3 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.

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. 14)

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

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 etc. When connecting your chassis front panel module to this header, make sure the wire assignments and the pin assignments are matched correctly.

Power LED and Speaker Header

(7-pin SPK_PLED1)

(see p.1, No. 15)

Please connect the chassis power LED and the chassis speaker to this header.

Serial ATA3 Connectors

(SATA3_4_5:

see p.1, No. 10)

(SATA3_2_3:

see p.1, No. 11)

(SATA3_0_1:

see p.1, No. 12)

(SATA3_A1_A2:

see p.1, No. 13)

SATA3_2SATA3_0 SATA3_3SATA3_1

These eight SATA3 connectors support SATA data cables for internal storage devices with up to 6.0 Gb/s data transfer rate.

* M2_1, SATA3_0 and SATA3_1 share lanes. If either one of them is in use, the others will be disabled.

SATA3_A1 SATA3_4 SATA3_A2 SATA3_5

* M2_2, SATA3_4 and SATA3_5 share lanes. If either one of them is in use, the others will be disabled.

*To minimize the boot time, use Intel® Z270 SATA ports (SATA3_0) for your bootable devices.

USB 2.0 Headers

(9-pin USB_1_2

(see p.1, No. 19)

(9-pin USB_3_4)

(see p.1, No. 20)

(9-pin USB_5_6)

(see p.1, No. 21)

USB_PWR P- P+ GND DUMMY 1 P- P+ GND USB_PWR

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

USB 3.0 Header

(19-pin USB3_5_6)

(see p.1, No. 9)

(19-pin USB3_7_8)

(see p.1, No. 7)

Vbus IntA_PA_SSRX- IntA_PA_SSRX+ GND IntA_PA_SSTX- IntA_PA_SSTX+ GND IntA_PA_D- IntA_PA_D+ Vbus/Vbus IntA_PB_SSRX- GND IntA_PB_SSTX- GND IntA_PB_D- Dummy

Besides four USB 3.0 ports on the I/O panel, there are two headers on this motherboard. Each USB 3.0 header can support two ports.

Front Panel Audio Header (9-pin HD_AUDIO1)

(see p.1, No. 26)

GND PRESENCE# MIC_RET OUT_RET 1 J_SENSE OUT2_L J_SENSE OUT2_R MIC2_R MIC2_L

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 Fan Connectors

(4-pin CHA_FAN1)

(see p.1, No. 27)

FAN_SPEED_CONTROL CHA_FAN_SPEED FAN_VOLTAGE GND

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

(4-pin CHA_FAN2)

(see p.l, No. 8)

Chassis Optional/Water Pump Fan Connector (4-pin CHA_FAN3/W_PUMP) (see p.1, No. 16)

GND FAN_VOLTAGE FAN_SPEED FAN_SPEED_CONTR OUT 1 2 3 4

This motherboard provides two 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.

CPU Fan Connector (4-pin CPU_FAN1) (see p.1, No. 2)

FAN_SPEED_CONTROL CPU_FAN_SPEED FAN_VOLTAGE GND 1 2 3 4

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.

CPU Optional/Water Pump Fan Connector (4-pin CPU_OPT/W_PUMP) (see p.1, No. 3)

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. 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. 1)

This motherboard provides an 8-pin ATX 12V power connector. To use a 4-pin ATX power supply, please plug it along Pin 1 and Pin 5.

Thunderbolt AIC

Connectors

(5-pin TB1)

(see p.1, No. 23)

(10-pin TB2)

(see p.1, No. 22)

DUMMY I2C_DATA I2C_CLOCK IRQ GND 1 GND SLP_S4# SLP_S3# PLUG_EVENT FRC_PWR

Please connect a Thunderbolt™ add-in card (AIC) to the Thunderbolt AIC connector via the GPIO cable.

*Please install the Thunderbolt™ AIC card to PCIE6 (default slot).

*Only one Thunderbolt AIC Card is supported on this motherboard.

Serial Port Header

(9-pin COM1)

(see p.1, No. 17)

This COM1 header supports a serial port module.

TPM Header

(17-pin TPMS1)

(see p.1, No. 18)

GND +3V S B SE RIRQ # S_PWRDW N # GND LA D0 +3V LA D3 P CIRST# FR AM E P CICL K SM_B_DAT A_MA1 N SM_B_CLK _MAIN Q ND 1

This connector supports 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.

AURA RGB LED Header

(4-pin RGB_LED)

(see p.1, No. 24)

AURA RGB header is used to connect RGB LED extension cable which allows users to choose from various LED lighting effects.

2.7 M.2 WiFi/BT Module Installation Guide

The M.2 Socket (Key E) supports type 2230 WiFi/BT module.

Installing the WiFi/BT module

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Step 1

Prepare a type 2230 WiFi/BT module and the screw.

Module Type: Type2230 PCB Length: 3cm A

Step 2

Find the nut location to be used.

Technical diagram showing two views of a mechanical assembly with no visible text or symbols

Step 3

Align and gently insert the WiFi/BT module into the M.2 slot. Please be aware that the module only fits in one orientation.

Diagram showing a light bulb interacting with a rectangular panel, with an arrow indicating motion (no text or symbols present)

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.

2.8 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 Ultra M.2 Socket (M2_1 and M2_2) supports SATA3 6.0 Gb/s module and M.2 PCI Express module up to Gen3 x4 (32 Gb/s).

* M2_1, SATA3_0 and SATA3_1 share lanes. If either one of them is in use, the others will be disabled.
* M2_2, SATA3_4 and SATA3_5 share lanes. If either one of them is in use, the others will be disabled.

Installing the M.2\_SSD (NGFF) Module

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Step 1

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

5 4 3 2 1 E D C B A

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.12345

Nut Location A B C D E
PCB Length	3cm	4.2cm	6cm	8cm	11cm
Module Type	Type2230	Type 2242	Type2260	Type 2280	Type 22110

Five circular diagrams labeled A through E, showing different arrangements of circular elements with arrows indicating movement (no text or symbols beyond labels)

Step 3

Move the standoff based on the module type and length.

The standoff 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 standoff by hand.

Step 4

Peel off the yellow protective film on the nut to be used. Hand tighten the standoff into the desired nut location on the motherboard.

C B A

Technical diagram of a mechanical component with labeled parts (no readable text or symbols)

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 fits in one orientation.

Pure technical diagram showing a mechanical assembly with no text, numbers, or symbols

Step 6

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 Size Interface Length P/N
ADATA 128GB SATA3 2280 AXNS381E-128GM-B
ADATA	256GB	SATA3	2280	AXNS381E-256GM-B
ADATA	32GB	SATA3	2230	AXNS330E-32GM-B
Crucial	120GB	SATA3	2280	CT120M500SSD4
Crucial	240GB	SATA3	2280	CT240M500SSD4
Intel	80GB	SATA3	2280	Intel SSDSCKGW080A401/80G
Intel	256GB	PCIe3 x4	2280	SSDPEKKF256G7
Intel	512GB	PCIe3 x4	2280	SSDPEKKF512G7
Kingston	120GB	SATA3	2280	SM2280S3
Kingston	480GB	PCIe2 x4	2280	SH2280S3/480G
OCZ	512GB	PCIe3 x4	2280	RVD400 -M2280-512G (NVME)
Plextor	128GB	PCIe3 x4	2280	PX-128M8PeG
Plextor	1TB	PCIe3 x4	2280	PX-1TM8PeG
Plextor	256GB	PCIe3 x4	2280	PX-256M8PeG
Plextor	256GB	PCIe	2280	PX-G256M6e
Plextor	512GB	PCIe3 x4	2280	PX-512M8PeG
Plextor	512GB	PCIe	2280	PX-G512M6e
Samsung	256GB	PCIe3 x4	2280	SM951 (MZHPV256HDGL)
Samsung	256GB	PCIe3 x4	2280	SM951 (NVME)
Samsung	512GB	PCIe3 x4	2280	SM951 (MZHPV512HDGL)
Samsung	512GB	PCIe3 x4	2280	SM951 (NVME)
Samsung	512GB	PCIe x4	2280	XP941-512G (MZHPU512HCGL)
SanDisk	128GB	PCIe	2260	SD6PP4M-128G
SanDisk	256GB	PCIe	2260	SD6PP4M-256G
Team	128GB	SATA3	2242	TM4PS4128GMC105
Team	128GB	SATA3	2280	TM8PS4128GMC105
Team	256GB	SATA3	2280	TM8PS4256GMC105
Team	256GB	SATA3	2242	TM4PS4256GMC105
Transcend	256GB	SATA3	2242	TS256GMTS400
Transcend	512GB	SATA3	2260	TS512GMTS600
Transcend	512GB	SATA3	2280	TS512GMTS800

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

Vendor Size Interface Length P/N
V-Color	240GB	SATA3	2280	VLM100-240G-2280B-RD
V-Color	240GB	SATA3	2280	VSM100-240G-2280

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

1 Einleitung

FCC, CE, WHQL, RCM, BSMI

Serial-ATA-III-Anschlüsse

(SATA3_4_5:

siehe S. 1, Nr. 10)

(SATA3_2_3:

siehe S. 1, Nr. 11)

(SATA3_0_1:

siehe S. 1, Nr. 12)

(SATA3_A1_A2:

siehe S. 1, Nr. 13)

SATA3_2SATA3_0 SATA3_3SATA3_1

GND GN D SE RIRQ # S_ PWRDW N # GN D LA D0 +3 V LA D3 P CIRST# PR AM E P CIC L K SM B_DAT A MAIN SM B_CLK MAIN Q ND

Supporta DTS Connect

LAN

LAN Gigabit 10/100/1000 Mb/s

Giga PHY Intel ^® I219V

Supporto WOL (Wake-On-LAN)

(ASRock Full Spike Protection)

Supporto Energy Efficient Ethernet 802.3az

Supporto PXE

I/O pannello posteriore

2 porte antenna

1 x porta mouse/tastiera PS/2

1 x porta D-Sub

1 x porta DVI-D

1 x porta HDMI

6 connettori SATA3 6,0 Gb/s, supportano RAID (RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 10, Intel Rapid Storage Technology 15 e Intel Smart Response Technology), NCQ, AHCI e Hot Plug*

2 x Connettori SATA3 6,0Gb/s ASMedia ASM1061, supportano NCQ, AHCI e Hot Plug

SATA3 tipo 2230/2242/2260/2280/22110 M.2 6,0 Gb/s ed il modulo M.2 PCI Express fino a Gen3 x4 (32 Gb/s)**

** Supporta kit ASRock U.2

Connettore

Apagar o Jumper CMOS (CLRMOS1)

(ver p.1, N.° 25)

Apagar CMOSPadrão

6 tane SATA3 6,0 Gb/sn. Bağlayıcı, RAID (RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 10, Intel Rapid Storage Technology 15 ve Intel Smart Response Technology), NCQ, AHCI ve Tak Çıkar* destekler 2 x ASMedia ASM1061 SATA3 6,0 Gb/sn. bağlayıcı, NCQ, AHCI ve Tak Çıkar destekler

FCC, CE, WHQL, RCM, BSMI

PCH 1.0V, VCCSA, VCCST

os

Clear CMOS 점퍼 (CLRMOS1)

Simple graphic with a magnifying glass icon and horizontal line, no text or symbols present.

1.1 パッケージの内容

1.2 仕様

CPU

^TM i7/i5/i3/Pentium ^® /

Z270

DDR4 2133

TM

TM

TM

TM

TM

TM

^TM , Intel ^® HD

(3840x2160) @ 30Hz

'TM

AURA RGB LED

LAN

I/O

** Intel ^TM Optane

os

1.3 ジャンパー設定

Short

Open

(CLRMOS1)

1_2

2 3

(4-pin CHA_FAN3/W_PUMP)

（請參閱第1頁，編號16）

GND FAN_VOLTAGE FAN_SPEED FAN_SPEED_CONTR OL 1 2 3 4

Encode/Decode HWA: VP8, HEVC 8b; Encode/Decode GPU/

- Nichicon Fine Gold Series Audio Caps

Enabling USB Ports for Windows® 7 Installation

Intel® Braswell and Skylake has removed their support for the Enhanced Host Controller Interface (EHCI – USB2.0) and only kept the eXtensible Host Controller Interface (XHCI – USB3.0). Due to that fact that XHCI is not included in the Windows 7 inbox drivers, users may find it difficult to install Windows 7 operating system because the USB ports on their motherboard won’t work. In order for the USB ports to function properly, please create a Windows® 7 installation disk with the Intel® USB 3.0 eXtensible Host Controller (xHCI) drivers packed into the ISO file.

Requirements

A Windows ^® 7 installation disk or USB drive

A Windows ^® PC

Win7 USB Patcher (included in the ASRock Support CD or downloaded from website)

Scenarios

You have an ODD and PS/2 ports:

If there is an optical disc drive, PS/2 ports and PS/2 Keyboard or mouse on your computer, you can skip the instructions below and go ahead to install Windows ^® 7 OS.

You only have an ODD (For Intel Skylake platforms only):

If there is an optical disc drive but no PS/2 ports on your computer, please enable the "PS/2 Simulator" option in UEFI SETUP UTILITY > Advanced > USB Configuration, which allows the USB port to function as a PS/2 port, and then you can install the Windows* 7 OS. Please set PS/S Simulator back to disabled after the installation.

You've got nothing:

If you do not have an optical disc drive, please find another computer and follow the instructions below to create a new ISO file with the "Win7 USB Patcher". Then use the new patched Windows ^® 7 installation USB drive to install Windows ^® 7 OS.

Instructions

Step 1

Insert the Windows* 7 installation disk or USB drive to your system.

Step 2

Extract the tool (Win7 USB Patcher) and launch it.

Step 3

Select how you want to install Windows 7 later.

ASRock WIN 7 USB PATCHER Step 1 of 4 This patcher helps you to create a Windows® 7 installation file with the USB driver bundled. Choose whether you want to install Windows® 7 from your USB device or optical disk drive later. Create a Windows 7 installation disk with a USB device Create a Windows 7 installation disk with a USB device Create a Windows 7 installation disk with a CD Create a Windows 7 installation ISO file for a CD Next >

Step 4

Locate your Win7 source folder or your ISO file.

ASRock WIN 7 USB PATCHER Step 2 of 4 Locate your original Windows® 7 installation media. Try clicking refresh if it doesn't appear. ISO File USB or Optical disk Source Directory ISH.iso ISO File

Step 5

Select the USB storage, compact disk or destination folder for the new Windows 7 installation file.

/ASRock WIN 7 USB PATCHER Step 3 of 4 A USB storage device with 8 GB or more capacity is required. The files in the USB storage will be erased. Insert a USB storage device. Try clicking refresh if it doesn't appear. Choose the destination folder for the Windows 7 installation ISO file. C:\Users\LaiGo_Lai.ASROCK\Desktop\Vin?img.iso Insert an empty disc. Try clicking refresh if it doesn't appear. G:\DVD-ROM DVD-231 < Back Next > < Back Next >

Step 6

Click "Start" to begin.

ASRock WIN 7 USB PATCHER Step 4 of 4 Creating the Windows 7 installation file. < Back Start >

Step 7

Now you are able to install Windows ^® 7 on Braswell or Skylake with the new burned CD. Or please use the patched ISO image to make an OS USB drive to install the OS.

Contact Information

If you need to contact ASRock or want to know more about ASRock, you're welcome to visit ASRock's website at http://www.asrock.com; or you may contact your dealer for further information. For technical questions, please submit a support request form at http://www.asrock.com/support/tsd.asp

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