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

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
18.5 + / -1.5 dbm (no TPC)
WiFi 5250-5350 MHz
21.5 + / -1.5 dbm (TPC)
25.5 + / -1.5 dbm (no TPC)
5470-5725 MHz
28.5 + / -1.5 dbm (TPC)
Bluetooth 2400-2483.5 MHz 8.5 + / -1.5 dbm
Contents

Chapter 1 Introduction 1
1.1 Package Contents 1

1.2 Specifications 2

1.3 Motherboard Layout 6

1.4 I/O Panel 8

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

Antennas 10

Chapter 2 Installation 12
2.1 Installing the CPU 13

2.2 Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink 15

2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) 23

2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI Express Slots) 25

2.5 Jumpers Setup 26

2.6 Onboard Headers and Connectors 27

2.7 M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Installation Guide 31

Chapter 3 Software and Utilities Operation 35

3.1 Installing Drivers 35

3.2 ASRock Motherboard Utility (A-Tuning) 36

3.2.1 Installing ASRock Motherboard Utility (A-Tuning) 36

3.2.2 Using ASRock Motherboard Utility (A-Tuning) 36

3.3 ASRock Live Update & APP Shop 39

3.3.1 UI Overview 39

3.3.2 Apps 40

3.3.3 BIOS & Drivers 43

3.3.4 Setting 44

Chapter 4 UEFI SETUP UTILITY 45

4.1 Introduction 45

4.1.1 UEFI Menu Bar 45

4.1.2 Navigation Keys 46

4.2 Main Screen 47

4.3 OC Tweaker Screen 48

4.4 Advanced Screen 51

4.4.1 CPU Configuration 52

4.4.2 Onboard Devices Configuration 53

4.4.3 Storage Configuration 55

4.4.4 ACPI Configuration 56

4.4.5 Super IO Configuration 57

4.4.6 Trusted Computing 58

4.4.7 AMD PBS 59

4.4.8 AMD Overclocking 60

4.4.9 AMD CBS 61

4.5 Tools 62

4.6 Hardware Health Event Monitoring Screen 63

4.7 Security Screen 65

4.8 Boot Screen 66

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Chapter 1 Introduction
Thank you for purchasing ASRock A520M/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.

In this documentation, Chapter 1 and 2 contains the introduction of the

motherboard and step-by-step installation guides. Chapter 3 contains the operation
guide of the software and utilities. Chapter 4 contains the configuration guide of
the BIOS setup.

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 modi-
fications of this documentation occur, the updated version will be available on ASRock’s
website without further notice. If you require technical support related to this mother-
board, please visit our website for 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 A520M/ac Motherboard (Micro ATX Form Factor)
• ASRock A520M/ac Quick Installation Guide
• 1 x I/O Panel Shield
• 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)
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Platform • Micro ATX Form Factor

• Solid Capacitor design

CPU • Supports 3rd Gen AMD AM4 Ryzen™ / future AMD Ryzen™
Processors (3000 and 4000 Series Processors)*
* Not compatible with AMD Ryzen™ 5 3400G and Ryzen™ 3
3200G.
• 6 Power Phase design

Chipset • AMD A520

Memory • Dual Channel DDR4 Memory Technology

• 2 x DDR4 DIMM Slots
• AMD Ryzen series CPUs (Matisse) support DDR4
4600+(OC)/4533(OC)/4466(OC)/4400(OC)/4333
(OC)/4333(OC)/4266(OC)/4200(OC)/4133(OC)/4000
(OC)/3866(OC)/3800(OC)/3733(OC)/3600(OC)/3466|
(OC)/3200/2933/2667/2400/2133 ECC & non-ECC, un-
buffered memory*
• AMD Ryzen series APUs (Renoir) support DDR4 4733+
(OC)/4666(OC)/4600(OC)/4533(OC)/4466(OC)/4400(OC)/
4333(OC)/4266(OC)/4200(OC)/4133(OC)/4000(OC)/3866
(OC)/3800(OC)/3733(OC)/3600(OC)/3466(OC)/3200/2933/
2667/2400/2133 ECC & non-ECC, un-buffered memory*
* Please refer to Memory Support List on ASRock’s website for
more information. (http://www.asrock.com/)
* Please refer to page 21 for DDR4 UDIMM maximum
frequency support.
• Max. capacity of system memory: 64GB
• Supports Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory modules
• 15μ Gold Contact in DIMM Slots

Expansion • 1 x PCI Express 3.0 x16 Slot (PCIE2: x16 mode)*

Slot * Supports NVMe SSD as boot disks
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• 1 x PCI Express 3.0 x1 Slot

• 1 x Vertical M.2 Socket (Key E) with the bundled WiFi-
802.11ac module (on the rear I/O)

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Graphics • Integrated AMD RadeonTM Vega Series Graphics in Ryzen

Series APU*
* Actual support may vary by CPU
• DirectX 12, Pixel Shader 5.0
• Shared memory default 2GB. Max Shared memory supports
up to 16GB.
* The Max shared memory 16GB requires 32GB system
memory installed.
• Supports HDMI 2.1 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 2.1 Port (Compliant
HDMI monitor is required)
• Supports HDR (High Dynamic Range) with HDMI 2.1
• Supports HDCP 2.3 with HDMI 2.1 Port
• Supports 4K Ultra HD (UHD) playback with HDMI 2.1
Port
• Supports Microsoft PlayReady®

Audio • 7.1 CH HD Audio (Realtek ALC887 Audio Codec)

• Supports Surge Protection

LAN • PCIE x1 Gigabit LAN 10/100/1000 Mb/s

• Realtek RTL8111H
• Supports Wake-On-LAN
• Supports Lightning/ESD Protection
• Supports Energy Efficient Ethernet 802.3az
• Supports PXE

Wireless • Intel® 802.11ac WiFi Module

LAN • 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 4.2 / 3.0 + High speed class II
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 Rear Panel • 2 x Antenna Ports
I/O • 1 x PS/2 Mouse/Keyboard Port
• 1 x HDMI Port
• 2 x USB 2.0 Ports (Supports ESD Protection)
• 4 x USB 3.2 Gen1 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 • 4 x SATA3 6.0 Gb/s Connectors, support RAID (RAID 0,

RAID 1 and RAID 10), NCQ, AHCI and Hot Plug
• 1 x Ultra M.2 Socket, supports M Key type 2242/2260/2280
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 COM Port Header
• 1 x Chassis Intrusion and Speaker Header
• 1 x CPU Fan Connector (4-pin)
* The CPU Fan Connector supports the CPU fan of maximum
1A (12W) fan power.
• 2 x Chassis Fan Connectors (4-pin) (Smart Fan Speed
Control)
* The Chassis Fan supports the water cooler fan of maximum
1A (12W) fan power.
* CHA_FAN2 can auto detect if 3-pin or 4-pin fan is in use.
• 1 x 24 pin ATX Power Connector
• 1 x 4 pin 12V Power Connector
• 1 x Front Panel Audio Connector
• 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)
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BIOS • AMI UEFI Legal BIOS with GUI support

Feature • Supports “Plug and Play”
• ACPI 5.1 compliance wake up events
• Supports jumperfree
• SMBIOS 2.3 support
• CPU, CPU VDDCR_SOC, DRAM, VDDP Voltage Multi-
adjustment

Hardware • Temperature Sensing: CPU, Chassis Fans

Monitor • Fan Tachometer: CPU, Chassis Fans
• Quiet Fan (Auto adjust chassis fan speed by CPU
temperature): CPU, Chassis Fans
• Fan Multi-Speed Control: CPU, Chassis Fans
• CASE OPEN detection
• Voltage monitoring: +12V, +5V, +3.3V, CPU Vcore

OS • Microsoft® Windows® 10 64-bit

Certifica- • FCC, CE
tions • 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.
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1 2 3

CPU_FAN1

M2_WIFI_1 ATX12V
Keyboard/
Mouse

USB 2.0
PS2

T: USB1
B: USB2
HDMI1

DDR4_A2 (64 bit, 288-pin module)

DDR4_A1 (64 bit, 288-pin module)
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FSB800

ATXPWR1
SOCKET AM4
4

USB 3.2 Gen1

T: USB1
B: USB2

CMOS
RJ-45 LAN

USB 3.2 Gen1

T: USB3 Battery
B: USB4

USB3_5_6

CHA_FAN1
5
LINE IN
Top:
MIC IN
Bottom:

FRONT
Center:

SPI_TPM_J1 BIOS
ROM
1

1
M2_1

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PCIE1
Ultra M.2
PCIe Gen3 x4
LAN

16
SATA3_3
SATA3_4

PCIE2
6
AUDIO
CODEC

RoHS Super
SATA3_1
SATA3_2

I/O
AMD 7
Promontory
A520
HD_AUDIO1 COM1 USB_5_6 USB_3_4
CHA_FAN2 SPK_CI1
PLED PWRBTN
CLRCMOS1
1 1 1 1 1 1 1
HDLED RESET
PANEL1

15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8
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No. Description
1 ATX 12V Power Connector (ATX12V1)
2 CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1)
3 2 x 288-pin DDR4 DIMM Slots (DDR4_A1, DDR4_B1)
4 ATX Power Connector (ATXPWR1)
5 USB 3.2 Gen1 Header (USB3_5_6)
6 SATA3 Connector (SATA3_3) (Upper), SATA3 Connector (SATA3_4) (Lower)
7 SATA3 Connector (SATA3_4) (Upper), SATA3 Connector (SATA3_2) (Lower)
8 System Panel Header (PANEL1)
9 Chassis Intrusion and Speaker Header (SPK_CI1)
10 Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN2)
11 USB 2.0 Header (USB_3_4)
12 USB 2.0 Header (USB_5_6)
13 COM Port Header (COM1)
14 Clear CMOS Jumper (CLRCMOS1)
15 Front Panel Audio Header (HD_AUDIO1)
16 SPI TPM Header (SPI_TPM_J1)
17 Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN1)

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1 2 4

10 9 8 7 6 5

No. Description No. Description

1 USB 2.0 Ports (USB_12) 6 USB 3.2 Gen1 Ports (USB3_34)
2 LAN RJ-45 Port* 7 USB 3.2 Gen1 Ports (USB3_12)
3 Line In (Light Blue)** 8 HDMI Port***
4 Front Speaker (Lime)** 9 PS/2 Mouse/Keyboard Port
5 Microphone (Pink)** 10 Antenna Ports
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* There are two LEDs on each LAN port. Please refer to the table below for the LAN port LED indications.

ACT/LINK LED

SPEED 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

*** Please note that using a HDMI to DVI adapter cable may affect the stability of 5G network connection.

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 1.5 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 v4.2
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 v4.2. WiFi + BT module is an easy-to-
use wireless local area network (WLAN) adapter to support WiFi + BT. Bluetooth
v4.2 standard features Smart Ready technology that adds a whole new class of
functionality into the mobile devices. BT 4.2 also includes Low Energy Technology
and ensures extraordinary low power consumption for PCs.

* The transmission speed may vary according to the environment.

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

Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU.

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2.2 Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink

After you install the CPU into this motherboard, it is necessary to install a larger
heatsink and cooling fan to dissipate heat. You also need to spray thermal grease
between the CPU and the heatsink to improve heat dissipation. Make sure that the
CPU and the heatsink are securely fastened and in good contact with each other.

Please turn off the power or remove the power cord before changing a CPU or heatsink.

Installing the CPU Box Cooler SR1

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Installing the AM4 Box Cooler SR2

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FA
U_
CP

*The diagrams shown here are for reference only. The headers might be in a different position on
your motherboard.

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 Installing the AM4 Box Cooler SR3

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FA
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CP
6
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FA
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CP

2
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+12V RG

*The diagrams shown here are for reference only. The headers might be in a different position
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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.

AMD non-XMP Memory Frequency Support

Ryzen Series CPUs (Matisse):

UDIMM Memory Slot Frequency

A1 B1 (Mhz)

SR - 3200

- SR 3200

DR - 3200

- DR 3200

SR SR 3200

DR DR 3200

Ryzen Series APUs (Renoir):

UDIMM Memory Slot Frequency

A1 B1 (Mhz)

SR - 3200

- SR 3200

DR - 3200
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SR SR 3200

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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 2 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.

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

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 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”.

Clear CMOS Jumper Short: Clear CMOS

(CLRMOS1) 2-pin Jumper Open: Default
(see p.6 or 7, No. 14)

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 toremove 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.
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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 PLED+

PLED-
Connect the power
(9-pin PANEL1) PWRBTN#
GND switch, reset switch and
(see p.6 or 7, No. 8) system status indicator on
the chassis to this header
1
GND
RESET#
GND according to the pin
HDLED-
HDLED+
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 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 assign-
ments and the pin assignments are matched correctly.
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 Chassis Intrusion and SPEAKER Please connect the
DUMMY
Speaker Header DUMMY chassis intrusion and the
+5V
(7-pin SPK_CI1) chassis speaker to this
(see p.6 or 7, No. 9) header.
1

SIGNAL
GND
DUMMY

Serial ATA3 Connectors These four SATA3

SATA3_2 SATA3_4
Vertical: SATA3_1 SATA3_3 connectors support SATA
(SATA3_1: data cables for internal
see p.6 or 7, No. 7) (Upper) storage devices with up to
(SATA3_2: 6.0 Gb/s data transfer rate.
see p.6 or 7, No. 7) (Lower)
(SATA3_3:
see p.6 or 7, No. 6) (Upper)
(SATA3_4:
see p.6 or 7, No. 6) (Lower)

USB 2.0 Headers USB_PWR There are two headers

P-
(9-pin USB_3_4) P+
GND on this motherboard.
DUMMY
(see p.6 or 7, No. 11) Each USB 2.0 header can
(9-pin USB_5_6) 1 support two ports.
GND
(see p.6 or 7, No. 12) P-
P+
USB_PWR

USB 3.2 Gen1 Header Vbus

Vbus
There is one header on
IntA_PB_SSRX-

(19-pin USB3_5_6) IntA_PA_SSRX-

IntA_PA_SSRX+ GND
this motherboard. This
IntA_PB_SSRX+

(see p.6 or 7, No. 5) IntA_PA_SSTX-

GND
USB 3.2 Gen1 header can
IntA_PB_SSTX-
IntA_PB_SSTX+
IntA_PA_SSTX+
GND
GND
IntA_PB_D-
support two ports.
IntA_PA_D- IntA_PB_D+
IntA_PA_D+ Dummy
1

Front Panel Audio Header GND

PRESENCE# This header is for
MIC_RET
(9-pin HD_AUDIO1) OUT_RET connecting audio devices
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(see p.6 or 7, No. 15) to the front audio panel.

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J_SENSE
OUT2_R
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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 con-
nect 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 FAN_SPEED_CONTROL 4 Please connect fan cables

CHA_FAN_SPEED 3
(4-pin CHA_FAN1) +12V 2 to the fan connectors and
GND 1
(see p.6 or 7, No. 17) match the black wire to
the ground pin.
(4-pin CHA_FAN2) 4 3 2 1

(see p.6 or 7, No. 10)

FAN_SPEED_CONTROL
CHA_FAN_SPEED
FAN_VOLTAGE
GND

CPU Fan Connector FAN_SPEED_CONTROL

This motherboard pro-
CPU_FAN_SPEED
(4-pin CPU_FAN1) +12V vides a 4-Pin CPU fan
GND
(see p.6 or 7, No. 2) (Quiet Fan) connector.
If you plan to connect a
1 2 3 4
3-Pin CPU fan, please
connect it to Pin 1-3.

ATX Power Connector 12 24 This motherboard pro-

(24-pin ATXPWR1) vides a 24-pin ATX power
(see p.6 or 7, No. 4) connector. To use a 20-pin
ATX power supply, please
plug it along Pin 1 and Pin
1 13 13.
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Connector 12V power supply to this
(4-pin ATX12V1) connector.
(see p.6 or 7, No. 1) *The power supply plug
fits into this connector in
only one orientation.

Serial Port Header RRXD1

DDTR#1 This COM1 header
DDSR#1
(9-pin COM1) CCTS#1
supports a serial port
(see p.6 or 7, No. 13) 1
module.
RRI#1
RRTS#1
GND
TTXD1
DDCD#1

SPI_DQ3
SPI TPM Header +3.3V This connector supports SPI
Dummy
(13-pin SPI_TPM_J1) CLK
SPI_MOSI
Trusted Platform Module (TPM)
(see p.6 or 7, No. 16) RST#
TPM_PIRQ
system, which can securely store
keys, digital certificates, pass-
1
words, and data. A TPM system
SPI_TPM_CS#
GND also helps enhance network
RSMRST#
SPI_MISO security, protects digital
SPI_CS0
SPI_DQ2 identities, and ensures platform
integrity.
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2.7 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 supports M Key type 2242/2260/2280 M.2 SATA3 6.0 Gb/s module and M.2 PCI
Express module up to Gen3 x4 (32 Gb/s).

Installing the M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module

Step 1

Prepare a M.2_SSD (NGFF) module

and the screw.

3 Step 2
2
Depending on the PCB type and
length of your M.2_SSD (NGFF)
module, find the corresponding nut
location to be used.
1

C B A

No. 1 2 3
Nut Location A B C
PCB Length 4.2cm 6cm 8cm
Module Type Type 2242 Type2260 Type 2280
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Move the standoff based on the

module type and length.
C B A The standoff is placed at the nut
location C 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
C B A
standoff into the desired nut location
on the motherboard.

Step 5

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.

C B A

C B A 20o
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Step 6

Tighten the screw with a screwdriver

to secure the module into place.
Please do not overtighten the screw
C NUT2 NUT1 as this might damage the module.

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Vendor Interface P/N

SanDisk PCIe SanDisk-SD6PP4M-128G( Gen2 x2)
Intel PCIe INTEL 6000P-SSDPEKKF256G7 (nvme)
Intel PCIe INTEL 6000P-SSDPEKKF512G7 (nvme)
Kingston PCIe Kingston SHPM2280P2 / 240G (Gen2 x4)
Samsung PCIe Samsung XP941-MZHPU512HCGL(Gen2x4)
ADATA SATA ADATA - AXNS381E-128GM-B
Crucial SATA Crucial-CT240M500SSD4-240GB
ezlink SATA ezlink P51B-80-120GB
Intel SATA INTEL 540S-SSDSCKKW240H6-240GB
Kingston SATA Kingston SM2280S3G2/120G - Win8.1
Kingston SATA Kingston-RBU-SNS8400S3 / 180GD
LITEON SATA LITEON LJH-256V2G-256GB (2260)
PLEXTOR SATA PLEXTOR PX-128M6G-2260-128GB
PLEXTOR SATA PLEXTOR PX-128M7VG-128GB
SanDisk SATA SanDisk X400-SD8SN8U-128G
SanDisk SATA Sandisk Z400s-SD8SNAT-128G-1122
SanDisk SATA SanDisk-SD6SN1M-128G
Transcend SATA Transcend TS256GMTS800-256GB
V-Color SATA V-Color 120G
V-Color SATA V-Color 240G
WD SATA WD GREEN WDS240G1G0B-00RC30

For the latest updates of M.2_SSD (NFGG) module support list, please visit our website
for details: http://www.asrock.com
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Chapter 3 Software and Utilities Operation

3.1 Installing Drivers
The Support CD that comes with the motherboard contains necessary drivers and
useful utilities that enhance the motherboard’s features.

Running The Support CD

To begin using the support CD, insert the CD into your CD-ROM drive. The CD
automatically displays the Main Menu if “AUTORUN” is enabled in your computer.
If the Main Menu does not appear automatically, locate and double click on the file
“ASRSETUP.EXE” in the Support CD to display the menu.

Drivers Menu
The drivers compatible to your system will be auto-detected and listed on the
support CD driver page. Please click Install All or follow the order from top to
bottom to install those required drivers. Therefore, the drivers you install can work
properly.

Utilities Menu
The Utilities Menu shows the application software that the motherboard supports.
Click on a specific item then follow the installation wizard to install it.

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ASRock Motherboard Utility (A-Tuning) is ASRock’s multi purpose software suite
with a new interface, more new features and improved utilities.

3.2.1 Installing ASRock Motherboard Utility (A-Tuning)

ASRock Motherboard Utility (A-Tuning) can be downloaded from ASRock Live
Update & APP Shop. After the installation, you will find the icon “ASRock Mother-
board Utility (A-Tuning)“ on your desktop. Double-click the
“ASRock Motherboard Utility (A-Tuning)“ icon, ASRock Motherboard Utility
(A-Tuning) main menu will pop up.

3.2.2 Using ASRock Motherboard Utility (A-Tuning)

There are five sections in ASRock Motherboard Utility (A-Tuning) main menu:
Operation Mode, OC Tweaker, System Info, FAN-Tastic Tuning and Settings.

Operation Mode
Choose an operation mode for your computer.
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OC Tweaker
Configurations for overclocking the system.

System Info
View information about the system.
*The System Browser tab may not appear for certain models.

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Configure up to five different fan speeds using the graph. The fans will automatically shift
to the next speed level when the assigned temperature is met.

Settings
Configure ASRock ASRock Motherboard Utility (A-Tuning). Click to select "Auto
run at Windows Startup" if you want ASRock Motherboard Utility (A-Tuning) to
be launched when you start up the Windows operating system.
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3.3 ASRock Live Update & APP Shop

The ASRock Live Update & APP Shop is an online store for purchasing and
downloading software applications for your ASRock computer. You can quickly and
easily install various apps and support utilities. With ASRock Live Update & APP
Shop, you can optimize your system and keep your motherboard up to date simply
with a few clicks.

Double-click on your desktop to access ASRock Live Update & APP Shop
utility.

*You need to be connected to the Internet to download apps from the ASRock Live Update & APP Shop.

3.3.1 UI Overview
Category Panel Hot News

Information Panel

Category Panel: The category panel contains several category tabs or buttons that
when selected the information panel below displays the relative information.

Information Panel: The information panel in the center displays data about the
currently selected category and allows users to perform job-related tasks.
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Hot News: The hot news section displays the various latest news. Click on the image
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When the "Apps" tab is selected, you will see all the available apps on screen for you
to download.

Installing an App
Step 1
Find the app you want to install.

The most recommended app appears on the left side of the screen. The other various
apps are shown on the right. Please scroll up and down to see more apps listed.

You can check the price of the app and whether you have already intalled it or not.

- The red icon displays the price or "Free" if the app is free of charge.

- The green "Installed" icon means the app is installed on your computer.

Step 2
Click on the app icon to see more details about the selected app.
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Step 3

If you want to install the app, click on the red icon to start downloading.

Step 4
When installation completes, you can find the green "Installed" icon appears on the
upper right corner.

To uninstall it, simply click on the trash can icon .

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You can only upgrade the apps you have already installed. When there is an
available new version for your app, you will find the mark of "New Version"
appears below the installed app icon.

Step 1
Click on the app icon to see more details.

Step 2

Click on the yellow icon to start upgrading.

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3.3.3 BIOS & Drivers

Installing BIOS or Drivers

When the "BIOS & Drivers" tab is selected, you will see a list of recommended or
critical updates for the BIOS or drivers. Please update them all soon.

Step 1

Please check the item information before update. Click on to see more details.
Step 2

Click to select one or more items you want to update.

Step 3

Click Update to start the update process.

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In the "Setting" page, you can change the language, select the server location, and
determine if you want to automatically run the ASRock Live Update & APP Shop
on Windows startup.
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Chapter 4 UEFI SETUP UTILITY

4.1 Introduction
This section explains how to use the UEFI SETUP UTILITY to configure your
system. You may run the UEFI SETUP UTILITY by pressing <F2> or <Del> right
after you power on the computer, otherwise, the Power-On-Self-Test (POST) will
continue with its test routines. If you wish to enter the UEFI SETUP UTILITY after
POST, restart the system by pressing <Ctl> + <Alt> + <Delete>, or by pressing the
reset button on the system chassis. You may also restart by turning the system off
and then back on.

Because the UEFI software is constantly being updated, the following UEFI setup
screens and descriptions are for reference purpose only, and they may not exactly
match what you see on your screen.

4.1.1 UEFI Menu Bar

The top of the screen has a menu bar with the following selections:

Main For setting system time/date information

OC Tweaker For overclocking configurations

Advanced For advanced system configurations

Tool Useful tools

H/W Monitor Displays current hardware status

Security For security settings

Boot For configuring boot settings and boot priority

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Use < > key or < > key to choose among the selections on the menu bar, and
use < > key or < > key to move the cursor up or down to select items, then
press <Enter> to get into the sub screen. You can also use the mouse to click your
required item.

Please check the following table for the descriptions of each navigation key.

Navigation Key(s) Description

+ / - To change option for the selected items

<Tab> Switch to next function

<PGUP> Go to the previous page

<PGDN> Go to the next page

<HOME> Go to the top of the screen

<END> Go to the bottom of the screen

<F1> To display the General Help Screen

<F7> Discard changes and exit the SETUP UTILITY

<F9> Load optimal default values for all the settings

<F10> Save changes and exit the SETUP UTILITY

<F12> Print screen

<ESC> Jump to the Exit Screen or exit the current screen

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4.2 Main Screen

When you enter the UEFI SETUP UTILITY, the Main screen will appear and
display the system overview.

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In the OC Tweaker screen, you can set up overclocking features.

Because the UEFI software is constantly being updated, the following UEFI setup
screens and descriptions are for reference purpose only, and they may not exactly
match what you see on your screen.

SoC/Uncore OC Voltage(VID)
Specify the SoC/Uncore voltage (VDD_SOC) in mV to support memory and Infinity Fabric
overclocking. VDD_SOC also determines the GPU voltage on processors with integrated
graphics. “SoC/Uncore OC Mode” needs to be enabled to force this voltage.

CLD0 VDDP Voltage Control

AMD Overclocking Setup VDDP is a voltage for the DDR4 bus signaling (PHY), and it is
derived from your DRAM Voltage (VDDIO_Mem). As a result, VDDP voltage in mV can
approach but not exceed your DRAM Voltage.

CLD0 VDDG CCD Voltage Control

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AMD Overclocking Setup VDDG CCD represents voltage for the data portion of the Infinity
Fabric. It is derived from the CPU SoC/Uncore Voltage (VDD_SOC). VDDG can approach
but not exceed VDD_SOC.

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CLD0 VDDG IOD Voltage Control

AMD Overclocking Setup VDDG IOD represents voltage for the data portion of the Infinity
Fabric. It is derived from the CPU SoC/Uncore Voltage (VDD_SOC). VDDG can approach
but not exceed VDD_SOC.

DRAM Information
Load XMP Setting
Load XMP settings to overclock the memory and perform beyond standard
specifications.

DRAM Frequency
If [Auto] is selected, the motherboard will detect the memory module(s) inserted
and assign the appropriate frequency automatically. Setting DRAM Frequency can
adjust DRAM Timing.

Infinity Fabric Frequency and Dividers

AMD Overclocking Setup Set Infinity Fabric frequency (FCLK). Auto: FCLK =
MCLK. Manual: FCLK must be less than or equal to MCLK for best performance in
most cases. Latency penalties are incurred if FCLK and MCLK are mismatched, but
sufficiently high MCLK can negate or overcome this penalty.

DRAM Timing Configuration

External Voltage Settings and Load-line Calibration
+1.8V Voltage
Configure the voltage for the +1.8V Voltage. The default value is [Auto].

DRAM Voltage
Configure the voltage for the DRAM Voltage.

VDDP
Configure the voltage for the VDDP.

Save User Default

Type a profile name and press enter to save your settings as user default.
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Load previously saved user defaults.

Save User UEFI Setup Profile to Disk

It helps you to save current UEFI settings as an user profile to disk.

Load User UEFI Setup Profile from Disk

You can load previous saved profile from the disk.
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4.4 Advanced Screen

In this section, you may set the configurations for the following items: CPU
Configuration, Onboard Devices Configuration, Storage Configuration, ACPI
Configuration, Super IO Configuration, Trusted Computing, AMD PBS, AMD
Overclocking and AMD CBS.

Setting wrong values in this section may cause the system to malfunction.

UEFI Configuration
Active Page on Entry
Select the default page when entering the UEFI setup utility.

Full HD UEFI
When [Auto] is selected, the resolution will be set to 1920 x 1080 if the monitor
supports Full HD resolution. If the monitor does not support Full HD resolution,
then the resolution will be set to 1024 x 768. When [Disable] is selected, the
resolution will be set to 1024 x 768 directly.
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PSS Support
Use this to enable or disable the generation of ACPI_PPC, _PSS, and _PCT objects.

NX Mode
Use this to enable or disable NX mode.

SVM Mode
When this is set to [Enabled], a VMM (Virtual Machine Architecture)can utilize the
additional hardware capabilities provided by AMD-V. The default value is [Enabled].
Coniguration options: [Enabled] and [Disabled].

SMT Mode
This item can be used to disable symmetric multithreading. To re-enable SMT, a
power cycle is needed after selecting [Auto].
Warning: S3 is not supported on systems where SMT is disabled.

AMD fTPM Switch

Use this to enable or disable AMD CPU fTPM.
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4.4.2 Onboard Devices Configuration

SR-IOV Support
Enable/disable the SR-IOV (Single Root IO Virtualization Support) if the system
has SR-IOV capable PCIe devices.

UMA Frame buffer Size (Only for processor with integrated graphics)
This item allows you to set the size of the UMA frame buffer.

Gnb HD Audio
Enable/disable onboard HD audio. Set to Auto to enable onboard HD audio and
automatically disable it when a sound card is installed.

Front Panel
Enable/disable front panel HD audio.

Restore on AC/Power Loss

Select the power state after a power failure. If [Power Off] is selected, the power will
remain off when the power recovers. If [Power On] is selected, the system will start
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Use this item to enable or disable the onboard WAN/BT device.

WAN Radio
Configure the WiFi module's connectivity.

BT On/Off
Enable/disable the bluetooth.

Onboard LAN
Enable or disable the onboard network interface controller.

PS2 Y-Cable
Enable the PS2 Y-Cable or set this option to Auto.
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4.4.3 Storage Configuration

SATA Mode
AHCI: Supports new features that improve performance.

RAID: Combine multiple disk drives into a logical unit.

SATA Hot Plug

Enable/disable the SATA Hot Plug function.

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Suspend to RAM
It is recommended to select auto for ACPI S3 power saving.

Deep Sleep
Configure deep sleep mode for power saving when the computer is shut down.

PS/2 Keyboard S4/S5 Wakeup Support

Allow the system to be waked up by a PS/2 Keyboard in S4/S5.

PCIE Devices Power On

Allow the system to be waked up by a PCIE device and enable wake on LAN.

RTC Alarm Power On

Allow the system to be waked up by the real time clock alarm. Set it to By OS to let
it be handled by your operating system.
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4.4.5 Super IO Configuration

Serial Port 1
Enable or disable the Serial port 1.

Serial Port Address

Select the address of the Serial port.

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Security Device Support

Enable or disable BIOS support for security device.
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4.4.7 AMD PBS

The AMD PBS menu accesses AMD specific features.

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The AMD Overclocking menu accesses options for configuring CPU frequency and
voltage.
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4.4.9 AMD CBS

The AMD CBS menu accesses AMD specific features.

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Easy RAID Installer

Easy RAID Installer helps you to copy the RAID driver from the support CD to
your USB storage device. After copying the drivers please change the SATA mode to
RAID, then you can start installing the operating system in RAID mode.

SSD Secure Erase Tool

Use this tool to securely erase SSD.

NVME Sanitization Tool

After you sanitize SSD, all user data will be permantly destroyed on the SSD and
cannot be recovered.

Instant Flash
Save UEFI files in your USB storage device and run Instant Flash to update your
UEFI.
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4.6 Hardware Health Event Monitoring Screen

This section allows you to monitor the status of the hardware on your system,
including the parameters of the CPU temperature, motherboard temperature, fan
speed and voltage.

CPU FAN1 Setting

Select a fan mode for CPU Fan 1, or choose Customize to set 5 CPU temperatures
and assign a respective fan speed for each temperature.

CPU FAN1 Temp Source

Select a fan temperature source for CPU Fan 1.

FAN Configuration
Chassis Fan 1 Setting
Select a fan mode for Chassis Fan 1, or choose Customize to set 5 CPU temperatures
and assign a respective fan speed for each temperature.

Chassis Fan 1 Temp Source

Select a fan temperature source for Chassis Fan 1.
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Select a fan mode for Fan, or choose Customize to set 5 CPU temperatures and assign a
respective fan speed for each temperature.

FanTuning
Detect the lowest fan speed in the system. Iy may take 3-5 minutes to complete.
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4.7 Security Screen

In this section you may set or change the supervisor/user password for the system.
You may also clear the user password.

Supervisor Password
Set or change the password for the administrator account. Only the administrator
has authority to change the settings in the UEFI Setup Utility. Leave it blank and
press enter to remove the password.

User Password
Set or change the password for the user account. Users are unable to change the
settings in the UEFI Setup Utility. Leave it blank and press enter to remove the
password.

Secure Boot
Enable to support Secure Boot.
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This section displays the available devices on your system for you to configure the
boot settings and the boot priority.

Boot From Onboard LAN

Allow the system to be waked up by the onboard LAN.

Setup Prompt Timeout

Configure the number of seconds to wait for the setup hot key.

Fast Boot
Fast Boot minimizes your computer's boot time. In fast mode you may not boot
from an USB storage device.
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CSM (Compatibility Support Module)

CSM
Enable to launch the Compatibility Support Module. Please do not disable unless
you’re running a WHCK test.

Launch PXE OpROM Policy

Select UEFI only to run those that support UEFI option ROM only. Select Legacy
only to run those that support legacy option ROM only. Select Do not launch to not
execute both legacy and UEFI option ROM.

Launch Storage OpROM Policy

Select UEFI only to run those that support UEFI option ROM only. Select Legacy
only to run those that support legacy option ROM only. Select Do not launch to not
execute both legacy and UEFI option ROM.

Bootup Num-Lock
Select whether Num Lock should be turned on or off when the system boots up.

Full Screen Logo

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Enable AddOn ROM Display to see the AddOn ROM messages or configure the Ad-
dOn ROM if you’ve enabled Full Screen Logo. Disable for faster boot speed.
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4.9 Exit Screen

Save Changes and Exit

When you select this option the following message, “Save configuration changes
and exit setup?” will pop out. Select [OK] to save changes and exit the UEFI SETUP
UTILITY.

Discard Changes and Exit

When you select this option the following message, “Discard changes and exit
setup?” will pop out. Select [OK] to exit the UEFI SETUP UTILITY without saving
any changes.

Discard Changes
When you select this option the following message, “Discard changes?” will pop
out. Select [OK] to discard all changes.

Load UEFI BIOS Defaults

Load UEFI BIOS Default values for all the setup questions. The F9 key can be used
for this operation.
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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 https://event.asrock.com/tsd.asp

ASRock Incorporation
2F., No.37, Sec. 2, Jhongyang S. Rd., Beitou District,

Taipei City 112, Taiwan (R.O.C.)

ASRock EUROPE B.V.

Bijsterhuizen 11-11

6546 AR Nijmegen

The Netherlands

Phone: +31-24-345-44-33

Fax: +31-24-345-44-38

ASRock America, Inc.

13848 Magnolia Ave, Chino, CA91710

U.S.A.

Phone: +1-909-590-8308

Fax: +1-909-590-1026
 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
Per FCC Part 2 Section 2.1077(a)

Responsible Party Name: ASRock Incorporation

Address: 13848 Magnolia Ave, Chino, CA91710

Phone/Fax No: +1-909-590-8308/+1-909-590-1026

hereby declares that the product

Product Name : Motherboard

Model Number : A520M/ac

Conforms to the following specifications:

FCC Part 15, Subpart B, Unintentional Radiators

Supplementary Information:

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference,
and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.

Representative Person’s Name: James

Signature :

Date : May 12, 2017

EU Declaration of Conformity

For the following equipment:
Motherboard
(Product Name)
A520M/ac / ASRock
(Model Designation / Trade Name)
ASRock Incorporation
(Manufacturer Name)
2F., No.37, Sec. 2, Jhongyang S. Rd., Beitou District, Taipei City 112, Taiwan (R.O.C.)
(Manufacturer Address)

‫ ڛ‬EMC —Directive 2014/30/EU (from April 20th, 2016)

☐ EN 55022:2010/AC:2011 Class B ‫ ڛ‬EN 55024:2010/A1:2015
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‫ ڛ‬EN 61000-3-2:2014

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☐ EN 300 328 V2.1.1 ‫ ڛ‬EN 301 489-17 V3.1.1
☐ EN 301 893 V2.1.1 ☐ EN 301 489-3 V2.1.1
☐ EN 300 220 V3.1.1
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☐ EN 60950-1 : 2011+ A2: 2013 ☐ EN 60950-1 : 2006/A12: 2011

‫ ڛ‬RoHS — Directive 2011/65/EU

‫ ڛ‬CE marking

(EU conformity marking)

ASRock EUROPE B.V.

(Company Name)
Bijsterhuizen 1111 6546 AR Nijmegen The Netherlands
(Company Address)
Person responsible for making this declaration:

(Name, Surname)
A.V.P
(Position / Title)
July 21, 2020
(Date)
P/N: 15G062244000AK V1.0