Q: How to correctly orient the processor on the ASROCK AB350 Pro4 motherboard?

The ASROCK AB350 Pro4 motherboard uses a socket AM4 . The PDF of this manual does not provide detailed instructions for installing the processor, but here’s how to proceed correctly: Processor Orientation The AM4 socket has a simple orientation system: a small triangle engraved in one corner of the socket . Your AMD processor also has a distinctive triangle on one of its corners. For installation: Align the triangle on the processor with the triangle on the socket - they must point in the same direction. This is the orientation guide that makes it impossible to install it backwards. Lift the locking lever on the side of the socket Gently place the processor - it should drop in effortlessly if the orientation is correct Lower the lever to lock the processor in place Crucial point: never force it. If you have to force it, the orientation is wrong. Check the alignment of the triangles before pushing it down. This procedure is standard for all AM4 processors (Ryzen series 1000/2000 supported by your motherboard).

Q: Which graphics card to install on ASROCK P4I65G?

The ASROCK P4I65G has a single AGP slot for an external graphics card. Compatible cards AGP 1.5V cards only (8X or 4X versions) No other graphics expansion options (no PCI Graphics, no PCIe slot) IMPORTANT Warning ⚠️ NEVER install a 3.3V AGP card in this slot. It would cause irreversible damage to the motherboard. Integrated graphics If you do not wish to add an external card, this motherboard includes an Intel Extreme Graphics 2 capable of using up to 96 MB of system RAM as shared video memory (DirectX 8.0). Note : AGP cards are an obsolete technology (2000s). They are rare to purchase new and are generally found in the specialized second-hand market.

Q: Where to connect the power button cable on the ASRock Fatal1ty FM2A88X+ Killer?

The power button cable connects to the PWR_SW connector (also known as PWRBTN ) on your ASRock Fatal1ty FM2A88X+ Killer. Location: This 2-pin connector is part of the front panel header , the block of connectors for the front panel typically located at the bottom or slightly in the center of the motherboard, next to the other case cable connectors (power LED, reset button, internal USB connectors, etc.). Important features: Standard 2-pin connector on ATX motherboards No polarity required - the cable works in both orientations Functions as a momentary button (short press) To accurately identify the PWR_SW connector among the others on the front panel header, refer to the diagram provided in the PDF manual (185 pages). This diagram shows the exact labeling of each pin for your model.

Q: Where to connect the power button cables on the Z77 Extreme3?

On the ASROCK Z77 Extreme3 , the power button cables connect to the PANEL1 connector (front panel header), which is located on the underside of the motherboard near the front corner. Look for the PWRBTN pins on this connector. This is where you need to insert the two small cables coming from your case's power button. Important details: The polarity is not critical for the power button (unlike LEDs) - you can reverse the cables without issue On the same PANEL1 connector, you will also find the pins for the Reset button (RESET), power LED indicator (PLED), and hard drive activity indicator (HDLED) Make sure to push the cables in firmly: they must be securely attached to the pins to ensure proper electrical contact

Q: What are the undocumented jumpers JL1 and JR1 next to the audio codec on the P4VX4 for?

On the ASROCK P4VX4 motherboard, the jumpers JL1 and JR1 located near the audio codec control the multi-channel audio output and the management of the front/rear panel connectors. Their function: Jumpers closed (cap installed) - Both the front AND rear audio outputs of the panel work Jumpers removed (caps removed) - Only the front audio output of the panel works These jumpers allow you to configure whether you want to use both audio outputs simultaneously or just one. Even though they are not included in all versions of the printed manual, these jumpers are part of the standard configuration for this revision of the board (ver. 1.01). For advanced settings of the audio codec, refer to the detailed technical documentation or the BIOS of your board.

Q: Where is the HDMI connector on the B450M-HDV?

The ASROCK B450M-HDV motherboard has a HDMI port located on the rear panel . This port supports resolutions up to 4K (3840 × 2160 @ 30Hz). In addition to HDMI, the B450M-HDV offers two other video output options on the rear panel: HDMI Port - up to 4K @ 30Hz DVI-D Port - up to 1920x1200 @ 60Hz D-Sub Port - up to 2048x1536 @ 60Hz The motherboard also supports triple monitor configuration, allowing you to connect three different displays simultaneously. This feature requires a Ryzen processor with integrated graphics (Vega series).

Q: What is the location of the SATA connectors on the ASROCK B560M Pro4/ac motherboard?

The ASROCK B560M Pro4/ac motherboard has 6 SATA3 connectors arranged on the printed circuit board in two different orientations: Orientation and Location SATA3_0 and SATA3_1 - vertical position SATA3_2, SATA3_3, SATA3_4, and SATA3_5 - angled orientation (right angle) All connectors support the SATA III standard with a maximum transfer speed of 6.0 Gb/s and Intel Rapid Storage Technology 18, NCQ, AHCI, and Hot Plug. Important: Conditional Deactivation If you install a SATA M.2 SSD in the M2_2 slot (the M.2 Ultra location), the SATA3_1 connector will be automatically disabled . You will then have 5 operational SATA connectors instead of 6.

Question 1

How to correctly orient the processor on the ASROCK AB350 Pro4 motherboard?

Accepted Answer

The ASROCK AB350 Pro4 motherboard uses a socket AM4. The PDF of this manual does not provide detailed instructions for installing the processor, but here’s how to proceed correctly:

Processor Orientation

The AM4 socket has a simple orientation system: a small triangle engraved in one corner of the socket. Your AMD processor also has a distinctive triangle on one of its corners. For installation:

Align the triangle on the processor with the triangle on the socket - they must point in the same direction. This is the orientation guide that makes it impossible to install it backwards.
Lift the locking lever on the side of the socket
Gently place the processor - it should drop in effortlessly if the orientation is correct
Lower the lever to lock the processor in place

Crucial point: never force it. If you have to force it, the orientation is wrong. Check the alignment of the triangles before pushing it down.

This procedure is standard for all AM4 processors (Ryzen series 1000/2000 supported by your motherboard).

Question 2

Which graphics card to install on ASROCK P4I65G?

Accepted Answer

The ASROCK P4I65G has a single AGP slot for an external graphics card.

Compatible cards

AGP 1.5V cards only (8X or 4X versions)
No other graphics expansion options (no PCI Graphics, no PCIe slot)

IMPORTANT Warning

⚠️ NEVER install a 3.3V AGP card in this slot. It would cause irreversible damage to the motherboard.

Integrated graphics

If you do not wish to add an external card, this motherboard includes an Intel Extreme Graphics 2 capable of using up to 96 MB of system RAM as shared video memory (DirectX 8.0).

Note: AGP cards are an obsolete technology (2000s). They are rare to purchase new and are generally found in the specialized second-hand market.

Question 3

Where to connect the power button cable on the ASRock Fatal1ty FM2A88X+ Killer?

Accepted Answer

The power button cable connects to the PWR_SW connector (also known as PWRBTN) on your ASRock Fatal1ty FM2A88X+ Killer.

Location: This 2-pin connector is part of the front panel header, the block of connectors for the front panel typically located at the bottom or slightly in the center of the motherboard, next to the other case cable connectors (power LED, reset button, internal USB connectors, etc.).

Important features:

Standard 2-pin connector on ATX motherboards
No polarity required - the cable works in both orientations
Functions as a momentary button (short press)

To accurately identify the PWR_SW connector among the others on the front panel header, refer to the diagram provided in the PDF manual (185 pages). This diagram shows the exact labeling of each pin for your model.

Question 4

Where to connect the power button cables on the Z77 Extreme3?

Accepted Answer

On the ASROCK Z77 Extreme3, the power button cables connect to the PANEL1 connector (front panel header), which is located on the underside of the motherboard near the front corner.

Look for the PWRBTN pins on this connector. This is where you need to insert the two small cables coming from your case's power button.

Important details:

The polarity is not critical for the power button (unlike LEDs) - you can reverse the cables without issue
On the same PANEL1 connector, you will also find the pins for the Reset button (RESET), power LED indicator (PLED), and hard drive activity indicator (HDLED)
Make sure to push the cables in firmly: they must be securely attached to the pins to ensure proper electrical contact

Question 5

What are the undocumented jumpers JL1 and JR1 next to the audio codec on the P4VX4 for?

Accepted Answer

On the ASROCK P4VX4 motherboard, the jumpers JL1 and JR1 located near the audio codec control the multi-channel audio output and the management of the front/rear panel connectors.

Their function:

Jumpers closed (cap installed) - Both the front AND rear audio outputs of the panel work
Jumpers removed (caps removed) - Only the front audio output of the panel works

These jumpers allow you to configure whether you want to use both audio outputs simultaneously or just one. Even though they are not included in all versions of the printed manual, these jumpers are part of the standard configuration for this revision of the board (ver. 1.01).

For advanced settings of the audio codec, refer to the detailed technical documentation or the BIOS of your board.

Question 6

Where is the HDMI connector on the B450M-HDV?

Accepted Answer

The ASROCK B450M-HDV motherboard has a HDMI port located on the rear panel. This port supports resolutions up to 4K (3840 × 2160 @ 30Hz).

In addition to HDMI, the B450M-HDV offers two other video output options on the rear panel:

HDMI Port - up to 4K @ 30Hz
DVI-D Port - up to 1920x1200 @ 60Hz
D-Sub Port - up to 2048x1536 @ 60Hz

The motherboard also supports triple monitor configuration, allowing you to connect three different displays simultaneously. This feature requires a Ryzen processor with integrated graphics (Vega series).

Question 7

What is the location of the SATA connectors on the ASROCK B560M Pro4/ac motherboard?

Accepted Answer

The ASROCK B560M Pro4/ac motherboard has 6 SATA3 connectors arranged on the printed circuit board in two different orientations:

Orientation and Location

SATA3_0 and SATA3_1 - vertical position
SATA3_2, SATA3_3, SATA3_4, and SATA3_5 - angled orientation (right angle)

All connectors support the SATA III standard with a maximum transfer speed of 6.0 Gb/s and Intel Rapid Storage Technology 18, NCQ, AHCI, and Hot Plug.

Important: Conditional Deactivation

If you install a SATA M.2 SSD in the M2_2 slot (the M.2 Ultra location), the SATA3_1 connector will be automatically disabled. You will then have 5 operational SATA connectors instead of 6.

Question 8

Why are my USB ports not powered on the B450M-HDV?

Accepted Answer

Check the overall power supply of the system

Start by ensuring that both power connectors on the motherboard are properly connected:

24-pin ATX connector: must be firmly inserted near the RAM port
4-pin 12V connector: must be inserted near the CPU socket (top left of the board)

Check that the overall power supply is functioning by checking the motherboard LEDs and listening to the fans.

Test the rear USB ports

The B450M-HDV has 2 USB 2.0 ports and 4 USB 3.1 Gen1 ports on the rear panel. First, test a USB device on each of these ports (different types). If none work, the issue is with the overall power supply.

Check the internal USB connectors

If you are using front USB ports (front of the case), ensure that the internal headers are properly connected to the rear panel of the motherboard:

2 x USB 2.0 headers (supports 4 USB 2.0 ports)
1 x USB 3.1 Gen1 header (supports 2 USB 3.1 Gen1 ports)

Make sure no pins are bent and that the connectors are securely inserted.

Reset the BIOS settings

In rare cases, the BIOS may have disabled USB power. Reset the BIOS to default settings (Clear CMOS) by removing the motherboard battery for 10 seconds, then reinserting it.

Question 9

Where to connect the power connectors on the B450M-HDV?

Accepted Answer

The ASROCK B450M-HDV motherboard has two main power connectors that are essential for operation:

24-pin ATX connector: Provides the general power to the motherboard. This is the main power connector.
4-pin 12V connector: Dedicated to powering the processor (often referred to as the 4-pin CPU connector). It must be connected for the system to function properly.

Make sure your power supply has these two connectors before installing the motherboard. Both connectors must be connected simultaneously.

Additional connectors: The board also has slots for cooling (4-pin CPU fan, 3-pin chassis fan, 4-pin water pump/fan), but these are optional for specific systems.

Question 10

Does the A520M-ITX/ac motherboard support a deep sleep mode?

Accepted Answer

The manual for this motherboard does not specify the parameters for "deep sleep." However, it confirms that the A520M-ITX/ac integrates ACPI 5.1 for power state management and is certified ErP/EuP for energy efficiency.

Contrary to what one might think, "deep sleep" on a modern motherboard is not a specific BIOS setting to configure. Deep sleep modes (referred to as S3 - Suspend to RAM - in ACPI terminology) are managed directly by your operating system (Windows, Linux) as needed. The motherboard simply needs to support them, which it does here with its ACPI 5.1 support.

You can use your OS's native sleep mode without additional BIOS configuration. If you are looking to enable/disable specific sleep states or configure advanced options, please refer to the complete BIOS manual from ASRock for this model (available on their support site).

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