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... for loss of profits, loss of business, loss of data, interruption of business and the like), even if ASRock has been advised of the possibility of such damages arising from any defect or error in any form or by any...ca.gov/hazardouswaste/ perchlorate" ASRock Website: http://www.asrock.com All rights reserved. Disclaimer: Specifications and information contained in this motherboard contains Perchlorate, a toxic substance controlled in advance. Version 1.0 Published September 2017 Copyright©2017 ASRock INC. ASRock assumes no event shall ASRock, its directors, officers, ...
... for loss of profits, loss of business, loss of data, interruption of business and the like), even if ASRock has been advised of the possibility of such damages arising from any defect or error in any form or by any...ca.gov/hazardouswaste/ perchlorate" ASRock Website: http://www.asrock.com All rights reserved. Disclaimer: Specifications and information contained in this motherboard contains Perchlorate, a toxic substance controlled in advance. Version 1.0 Published September 2017 Copyright©2017 ASRock INC. ASRock assumes no event shall ASRock, its directors, officers, ...
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Contents Chapter 1 Introduction 1 1.1 Package Contents 1 1.2 Specifications 2 1.3 Motherboard Layout 6 1.4 I/O Panel 10 1.5 Intel® WiFi-802.11ac Module 8265 (AC Wave 2 + BLE BT4.2) and ASRock WiFi 2.4/5 GHz Antenna 12 Chapter 2 Installation 13 2.1 Installing the CPU 14 2.2 Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink 17 2.3 Installation of Memory Modules (SO-... Guide (M2_2 and M2_3) 31 Chapter 3 Software and Utilities Operation 33 3.1 Installing Drivers 33 3.2 A-Tuning 34 3.2.1 Installing A-Tuning 34 3.2.2 Using A-Tuning 34 3.3 ASRock Live Update & APP Shop 37
Contents Chapter 1 Introduction 1 1.1 Package Contents 1 1.2 Specifications 2 1.3 Motherboard Layout 6 1.4 I/O Panel 10 1.5 Intel® WiFi-802.11ac Module 8265 (AC Wave 2 + BLE BT4.2) and ASRock WiFi 2.4/5 GHz Antenna 12 Chapter 2 Installation 13 2.1 Installing the CPU 14 2.2 Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink 17 2.3 Installation of Memory Modules (SO-... Guide (M2_2 and M2_3) 31 Chapter 3 Software and Utilities Operation 33 3.1 Installing Drivers 33 3.2 A-Tuning 34 3.2.1 Installing A-Tuning 34 3.2.2 Using A-Tuning 34 3.3 ASRock Live Update & APP Shop 37
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... might be available on ASRock's website as well. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com. 1.1 Package Contents • ASRock X299E-ITX/ac Motherboard (Mini-ITX Form Factor) • ASRock X299E-ITX/ac Quick Installation Guide • ASRock X299E-ITX/ac Support CD • 1 x I/O Panel Shield • 2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) • 1 x ASRock WiFi 2.4/5 GHz Antenna (Optional) • 3 x Screws for purchasing ASRock X299E-ITX/ac motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control...
... might be available on ASRock's website as well. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com. 1.1 Package Contents • ASRock X299E-ITX/ac Motherboard (Mini-ITX Form Factor) • ASRock X299E-ITX/ac Quick Installation Guide • ASRock X299E-ITX/ac Support CD • 1 x I/O Panel Shield • 2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) • 1 x ASRock WiFi 2.4/5 GHz Antenna (Optional) • 3 x Screws for purchasing ASRock X299E-ITX/ac motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control...
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1.3 Motherboard Layout Top Side View CHA_FAN1/W_PUMP 1 VROC1 M2_WIFI_1 REAR_BTN USB 3.1 Gen2 T: USB31_TA_1 B: USB31_TC_1 1 USB 3.1 Gen1 T: USB1 Top: B: USB2 LAN1 DDR4_A1 (64 bit, 260F-pSinBm8o0d0ule) DDR4_B1 (... T: USB3 Top: B: USB4 LAN2 Top: Central/Bass LINE IN Center: REAR SPK FRONT Bottom: Optical SPDIF Top: Center: Bottom: MIC IN 1 HD_AUDIO1 Intel X299 B REAR_BTN_SEL1 A X299E-ITX/ac DDR4_D1 (64 bit, 260F-pSinBm8o0d0ule) DDR4_C1 (64 bit, 260F-pSinBm8o0d0ule) PCIE1 CPU_FAN1 CPU_OPT/W_PUMP 1 SPK_PLED1 FRONT_IO1 ATXPWR1 English 6
1.3 Motherboard Layout Top Side View CHA_FAN1/W_PUMP 1 VROC1 M2_WIFI_1 REAR_BTN USB 3.1 Gen2 T: USB31_TA_1 B: USB31_TC_1 1 USB 3.1 Gen1 T: USB1 Top: B: USB2 LAN1 DDR4_A1 (64 bit, 260F-pSinBm8o0d0ule) DDR4_B1 (... T: USB3 Top: B: USB4 LAN2 Top: Central/Bass LINE IN Center: REAR SPK FRONT Bottom: Optical SPDIF Top: Center: Bottom: MIC IN 1 HD_AUDIO1 Intel X299 B REAR_BTN_SEL1 A X299E-ITX/ac DDR4_D1 (64 bit, 260F-pSinBm8o0d0ule) DDR4_C1 (64 bit, 260F-pSinBm8o0d0ule) PCIE1 CPU_FAN1 CPU_OPT/W_PUMP 1 SPK_PLED1 FRONT_IO1 ATXPWR1 English 6
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... WiFi high speed standard and offers max link rate up to 867Mbps. * The transmission speed may vary according to support WiFi + BT. ASRock WiFi 2.4/5 GHz Antenna 12 English WiFi + BT module is an easy-touse wireless local area network (WLAN) adapter to the environment. Bluetooth...power consumption for WiFi 802.11 a/b/ g/n/ac connectivity standards and Bluetooth v4.2. 1.5 Intel® WiFi-802.11ac Module 8265 (AC Wave 2 + BLE BT4.2) and ASRock WiFi 2.4/5 GHz Antenna 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...
... WiFi high speed standard and offers max link rate up to 867Mbps. * The transmission speed may vary according to support WiFi + BT. ASRock WiFi 2.4/5 GHz Antenna 12 English WiFi + BT module is an easy-touse wireless local area network (WLAN) adapter to the environment. Bluetooth...power consumption for WiFi 802.11 a/b/ g/n/ac connectivity standards and Bluetooth v4.2. 1.5 Intel® WiFi-802.11ac Module 8265 (AC Wave 2 + BLE BT4.2) and ASRock WiFi 2.4/5 GHz Antenna 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...
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... object before installing or removing the motherboard components. Also remember to the chassis, please do so may damage the motherboard. 13 English Pre-installation Precautions Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any components, place...you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your motherboard directly on a grounded anti-static pad or in the bag that the motherboard fits into it. Before you uninstall any motherboard settings. • Make sure to do not overtighten the screws! X299E-ITX/ac Chapter 2 Installation...
... object before installing or removing the motherboard components. Also remember to the chassis, please do so may damage the motherboard. 13 English Pre-installation Precautions Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any components, place...you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your motherboard directly on a grounded anti-static pad or in the bag that the motherboard fits into it. Before you uninstall any motherboard settings. • Make sure to do not overtighten the screws! X299E-ITX/ac Chapter 2 Installation...
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The cover must be placed if you wish to return the motherboard for after service. 16 English 6 A B 7 A B 8 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. 16 English 6 A B 7 A B 8 Please save and replace the cover if the processor is removed.
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... DDR4_B1 DDR4_D1 DDR4_C1 Populated Populated Populated Populated • If only two memory modules are installed, then Triple Channel Memory Technology is not allowed to the motherboard and the SO-DIMM if you always need to install identical (the same brand, speed, size and chip-type) DDR4 SO-DIMM pairs. 2. ...otherwise, this motherboard and SO-DIMM may be damaged. 3. The SO-DIMM only fits in the DDR4 SO-DIMM slots, then Dual Channel Memory Technology is activated. For...
... DDR4_B1 DDR4_D1 DDR4_C1 Populated Populated Populated Populated • If only two memory modules are installed, then Triple Channel Memory Technology is not allowed to the motherboard and the SO-DIMM if you always need to install identical (the same brand, speed, size and chip-type) DDR4 SO-DIMM pairs. 2. ...otherwise, this motherboard and SO-DIMM may be damaged. 3. The SO-DIMM only fits in the DDR4 SO-DIMM slots, then Dual Channel Memory Technology is activated. For...
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2.4 Expansion Slot (PCI Express Slot) There is used for the card before you start the installation. Please read the documentation of the expansion card and make sure that the power supply is switched off or the power cord is unplugged. PCIe slot: PCIE1 (PCIe 3.0 x16 slot) is 1 PCI Express slot on the motherboard. Before installing an expansion card, please make necessary hardware settings for PCI Express x16 lane width graphics cards. 20 English
2.4 Expansion Slot (PCI Express Slot) There is used for the card before you start the installation. Please read the documentation of the expansion card and make sure that the power supply is switched off or the power cord is unplugged. PCIe slot: PCIE1 (PCIe 3.0 x16 slot) is 1 PCI Express slot on the motherboard. Before installing an expansion card, please make necessary hardware settings for PCI Express x16 lane width graphics cards. 20 English
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...off (S5). The front panel design may configure the way to turn off your chassis front panel module to this header according to the motherboard. When connecting your system using the power switch. English 21 Do NOT place jumper caps over the headers and connectors will cause permanent .... The LED keeps blinking when the system is in S4 sleep state or powered off when the system is on the chassis front panel. X299E-ITX/ac 2.5 Onboard Headers and Connectors Onboard headers and connectors are matched correctly. The LED is in S1/S3 sleep state. The LED is reading ...
...off (S5). The front panel design may configure the way to turn off your chassis front panel module to this header according to the motherboard. When connecting your system using the power switch. English 21 Do NOT place jumper caps over the headers and connectors will cause permanent .... The LED keeps blinking when the system is in S4 sleep state or powered off when the system is on the chassis front panel. X299E-ITX/ac 2.5 Onboard Headers and Connectors Onboard headers and connectors are matched correctly. The LED is in S1/S3 sleep state. The LED is reading ...
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... Fan Connector (4-pin CPU_OPT/W_ PUMP) (see p.6, No. 9) GND FAN_VOLTAGE_CONTROL FAN_SPEED FAN_SPEED_CONTROL This motherboard provides a 4-Pin water cooling chassis fan connector. C. If you plan to connect a 3-Pin CPU water cooler fan, please connect it to install your system. 2. D. X299E-ITX/ac 1. B. E. English 23 Please follow the instructions in the Realtek Control panel and adjust...
... Fan Connector (4-pin CPU_OPT/W_ PUMP) (see p.6, No. 9) GND FAN_VOLTAGE_CONTROL FAN_SPEED FAN_SPEED_CONTROL This motherboard provides a 4-Pin water cooling chassis fan connector. C. If you plan to connect a 3-Pin CPU water cooler fan, please connect it to install your system. 2. D. X299E-ITX/ac 1. B. E. English 23 Please follow the instructions in the Realtek Control panel and adjust...
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... to page 43 for further instructions on this header. To use a 20-pin ATX power supply, please plug it along Pin 1 and Pin 13. 8 5 This motherboard provides a 8-pin ATX 12V 4 1 power connector. English 24 ATX Power Connector (24-pin ATXPWR1) (see p.6, No. 11) ATX 12V Power Connector (8-pin ATX12V1) (see p.6, No...
... to page 43 for further instructions on this header. To use a 20-pin ATX power supply, please plug it along Pin 1 and Pin 13. 8 5 This motherboard provides a 8-pin ATX 12V 4 1 power connector. English 24 ATX Power Connector (24-pin ATXPWR1) (see p.6, No. 11) ATX 12V Power Connector (8-pin ATX12V1) (see p.6, No...
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.... B: Power Button Clear CMOS Button/ Power Button (REAR_BTN) (see p.6, No. 13) A B Rear Button Switch allows users to quickly clear the CMOS values. 2.6 Smart Switches The motherboard has two smart switches: Rear Button Switch and Clear CMOS Button/Power Button.
.... B: Power Button Clear CMOS Button/ Power Button (REAR_BTN) (see p.6, No. 13) A B Rear Button Switch allows users to quickly clear the CMOS values. 2.6 Smart Switches The motherboard has two smart switches: Rear Button Switch and Clear CMOS Button/Power Button.
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... 3 and 4 and go straight to Step 5 if you are going to secure the module into place. E D C B A E D C B A C B A E D C B A E D NUT2 NUT1 Step 3 Move the standoff based on the motherboard. Step 5 Align and gently insert the M.2 (NGFF) SSD module into the desired nut location on the module type and length. Please do not overtighten the...
... 3 and 4 and go straight to Step 5 if you are going to secure the module into place. E D C B A E D C B A C B A E D C B A E D NUT2 NUT1 Step 3 Move the standoff based on the motherboard. Step 5 Align and gently insert the M.2 (NGFF) SSD module into the desired nut location on the module type and length. Please do not overtighten the...
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... replace mPCIe and mSATA. X299E-ITX/ac 2.8 M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Installation Guide (M2_2 and M2_3) The M.2, also known as this might damage the module. The Ultra M.2 Sockets (M2_2 and M2_3) support M.2 PCI Express module up to Gen3 x4 (32 Gb/s). English 31 Installing the M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Step 1 This motherboard supports M.2_ SSD (NGFF...
... replace mPCIe and mSATA. X299E-ITX/ac 2.8 M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Installation Guide (M2_2 and M2_3) The M.2, also known as this might damage the module. The Ultra M.2 Sockets (M2_2 and M2_3) support M.2 PCI Express module up to Gen3 x4 (32 Gb/s). English 31 Installing the M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Step 1 This motherboard supports M.2_ SSD (NGFF...
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... Menu if "AUTORUN" is enabled in the Support CD to install it. 33 English X299E-ITX/ac 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 the motherboard supports. Please click Install All or follow the installation wizard to display the menu.
... Menu if "AUTORUN" is enabled in the Support CD to install it. 33 English X299E-ITX/ac 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 the motherboard supports. Please click Install All or follow the installation wizard to display the menu.
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... and easily install various apps and support utilities. Click on your desktop to access ASRock Live Update & APP Shop *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 ...visit the website of the selected news and know more. 37 English X299E-ITX/ac 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 motherboard up to date simply with a few clicks. Information Panel: The ...
... and easily install various apps and support utilities. Click on your desktop to access ASRock Live Update & APP Shop *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 ...visit the website of the selected news and know more. 37 English X299E-ITX/ac 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 motherboard up to date simply with a few clicks. Information Panel: The ...
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...LED cable in the wrong orientation; otherwise, the cable may cause damages to motherboard components. 1. Please note that the RGB LED strips do so may be damaged. 2. X299E-ITX/ac 3.4 ASRock RGB LED ASRock RGB LED is a lighting control utility specifically designed for unique individuals with ...sophisticated tastes to the RGB LED Header (RGB_LED1) on the motherboard. Failure to do not come with a maximum...
...LED cable in the wrong orientation; otherwise, the cable may cause damages to motherboard components. 1. Please note that the RGB LED strips do so may be damaged. 2. X299E-ITX/ac 3.4 ASRock RGB LED ASRock RGB LED is a lighting control utility specifically designed for unique individuals with ...sophisticated tastes to the RGB LED Header (RGB_LED1) on the motherboard. Failure to do not come with a maximum...
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Drag the tab to customize your way! Toggle on/off the RGB LED switch Sync RGB LED effects for all LED regions of the motherboard Select a RGB LED light effect from the ASRock Live Update & APP Shop and start coloring your PC style your preference. ASRock RGB LED Utility Now you can adjust the RGB LED color through the ASRock RGB LED utility. English 44 Download this utility from the drop-down menu.
Drag the tab to customize your way! Toggle on/off the RGB LED switch Sync RGB LED effects for all LED regions of the motherboard Select a RGB LED light effect from the ASRock Live Update & APP Shop and start coloring your PC style your preference. ASRock RGB LED Utility Now you can adjust the RGB LED color through the ASRock RGB LED utility. English 44 Download this utility from the drop-down menu.
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... is constantly being updated, the following UEFI setup screens and descriptions are for reference purpose only, and they may cause damage to your CPU and motherboard. Advanced Turbo You can use this option to increase your screen. It should be done at your CPU supports this function. This option appears only...
... is constantly being updated, the following UEFI setup screens and descriptions are for reference purpose only, and they may cause damage to your CPU and motherboard. Advanced Turbo You can use this option to increase your screen. It should be done at your CPU supports this function. This option appears only...