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Contents Chapter 1 Introduction 1 1.1 Package Contents 1 1.2 Specifications 2 1.3 Motherboard Layout 7 1.4 I/O Panel 9 1.5 WiFi-802.11ac Module and ASRock WiFi 2.4/5 GHz Antennas (for X470 Master SLI/ac only) 12 Chapter 2 Installation 14 2.1 Installing the CPU 15 2.2 Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink 17 2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) 26 2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI Express ...
Contents Chapter 1 Introduction 1 1.1 Package Contents 1 1.2 Specifications 2 1.3 Motherboard Layout 7 1.4 I/O Panel 9 1.5 WiFi-802.11ac Module and ASRock WiFi 2.4/5 GHz Antennas (for X470 Master SLI/ac only) 12 Chapter 2 Installation 14 2.1 Installing the CPU 15 2.2 Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink 17 2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) 26 2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI Express ...
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... • ASRock X470 Master SLI/ac / X470 Master SLI Motherboard (ATX Form Factor) • ASRock X470 Master SLI/ac / X470 Master SLI Quick Installation Guide • ASRock X470 Master SLI/ac / X470 Master SLI Support CD • 1 x I/O Panel Shield • 2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) • 1 x ASRock SLI_HB_Bridge_2S Card (Optional) • 2 x Screws for M.2 Sockets (Optional) • 2 x ASRock WiFi 2.4/5 GHz Antennas (Optional) (for purchasing ASRock X470 Master SLI/ac / X470 Master SLI motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent...
... • ASRock X470 Master SLI/ac / X470 Master SLI Motherboard (ATX Form Factor) • ASRock X470 Master SLI/ac / X470 Master SLI Quick Installation Guide • ASRock X470 Master SLI/ac / X470 Master SLI Support CD • 1 x I/O Panel Shield • 2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) • 1 x ASRock SLI_HB_Bridge_2S Card (Optional) • 2 x Screws for M.2 Sockets (Optional) • 2 x ASRock WiFi 2.4/5 GHz Antennas (Optional) (for purchasing ASRock X470 Master SLI/ac / X470 Master SLI motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent...
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1.3 Motherboard Layout X470 Master SLI/ac / X470 Master SLI M2_WIFI_1* ATX12V1 ATX12V2 CPU_FAN2/WP CPU_FAN1 PS2 Keyboard/ Mouse HDMI1 ATXPWR1 DDR4_B2 (64 bit, 288-pin module) DDR4_B1 (64 bit, 288-pin module) DDR4_A2 (64 ...
1.3 Motherboard Layout X470 Master SLI/ac / X470 Master SLI M2_WIFI_1* ATX12V1 ATX12V2 CPU_FAN2/WP CPU_FAN1 PS2 Keyboard/ Mouse HDMI1 ATXPWR1 DDR4_B2 (64 bit, 288-pin module) DDR4_B1 (64 bit, 288-pin module) DDR4_A2 (64 ...
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... features Smart Ready technology that offers support for WiFi 802.11 a/b/ g/n/ac connectivity standards and Bluetooth v4.2. 1.5 WiFi-802.11ac Module and ASRock WiFi 2.4/5 GHz Antennas (for X470 Master SLI/ac only) 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 adds...
... features Smart Ready technology that offers support for WiFi 802.11 a/b/ g/n/ac connectivity standards and Bluetooth v4.2. 1.5 WiFi-802.11ac Module and ASRock WiFi 2.4/5 GHz Antennas (for X470 Master SLI/ac only) 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 adds...
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You also need to spray thermal grease between the CPU and the heatsink to dissipate heat. Please turn off the power or remove the power cord before changing a CPU or heatsink. Installing the CPU Box Cooler SR1 1 2 17 English X470 Master SLI/ac / X470 Master SLI 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 improve heat dissipation. Make sure that the CPU and the heatsink are securely fastened and in good contact with each other.
You also need to spray thermal grease between the CPU and the heatsink to dissipate heat. Please turn off the power or remove the power cord before changing a CPU or heatsink. Installing the CPU Box Cooler SR1 1 2 17 English X470 Master SLI/ac / X470 Master SLI 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 improve heat dissipation. Make sure that the CPU and the heatsink are securely fastened and in good contact with each other.
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... x8 x8 Mode 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. X470 Master SLI/ac / X470 Master SLI 2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI Express Slots) There are 6 PCI Express slots on the motherboard. PCIE2 (PCIe 2.0 x1 slot) is used for PCI Express x8 lane width graphics...
... x8 x8 Mode 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. X470 Master SLI/ac / X470 Master SLI 2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI Express Slots) There are 6 PCI Express slots on the motherboard. PCIE2 (PCIe 2.0 x1 slot) is used for PCI Express x8 lane width graphics...
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...PLED (System Power LED): Connect to the hard drive activity LED on the chassis front panel. When connecting your system using the power switch. X470 Master SLI/ac / X470 Master SLI 2.6 Onboard Headers and Connectors Onboard headers and connectors are matched correctly. System Panel Header (9-pin PANEL1) (see p.7, No. 16) PLED+ ... caps over these headers and connectors. The LED is on the chassis front panel. RESET (Reset Switch): Connect to the motherboard. Do NOT place jumper caps over the headers and connectors will cause permanent damage to the reset switch on when the hard...
...PLED (System Power LED): Connect to the hard drive activity LED on the chassis front panel. When connecting your system using the power switch. X470 Master SLI/ac / X470 Master SLI 2.6 Onboard Headers and Connectors Onboard headers and connectors are matched correctly. System Panel Header (9-pin PANEL1) (see p.7, No. 16) PLED+ ... caps over these headers and connectors. The LED is on the chassis front panel. RESET (Reset Switch): Connect to the motherboard. Do NOT place jumper caps over the headers and connectors will cause permanent damage to the reset switch on when the hard...
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... (4-pin CPU_FAN1) (see p.7, No. 21) GND FAN_VOLTAGE_CONTROL FAN_SPEED FAN_SPEED_CONTROL 4 3 2 1 FAN_SPEED_CONTROL CHA_FAN_SPEED FAN_VOLTAGE GND This motherboard provides three 4-Pin water cooling chassis fan connectors. If you plan to connect a 3-Pin chassis water cooler fan, please...HD audio panel only. If you plan to connect a 3-Pin CPU fan, please connect it to the front audio panel. 1. C. X470 Master SLI/ac / X470 Master SLI Front Panel Audio Header (9-pin HD_AUDIO1) (see p.7, No. 27) GND PRESENCE# MIC_RET OUT_RET 1 OUT2_L J_SENSE OUT2_R MIC2_R MIC2_L This header...
... (4-pin CPU_FAN1) (see p.7, No. 21) GND FAN_VOLTAGE_CONTROL FAN_SPEED FAN_SPEED_CONTROL 4 3 2 1 FAN_SPEED_CONTROL CHA_FAN_SPEED FAN_VOLTAGE GND This motherboard provides three 4-Pin water cooling chassis fan connectors. If you plan to connect a 3-Pin chassis water cooler fan, please...HD audio panel only. If you plan to connect a 3-Pin CPU fan, please connect it to the front audio panel. 1. C. X470 Master SLI/ac / X470 Master SLI Front Panel Audio Header (9-pin HD_AUDIO1) (see p.7, No. 27) GND PRESENCE# MIC_RET OUT_RET 1 OUT2_L J_SENSE OUT2_R MIC2_R MIC2_L This header...
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... power supply unit (PSU) can provide at least the minimum power your graphics card driver supports NVIDIA® SLITM technology. fied. 2. X470 Master SLI/ac / X470 Master SLI 2.7 SLITM and Quad SLITM Operation Guide This motherboard supports NVIDIA® SLITM and Quad SLITM (Scalable Link Interface) technology that allows you to install up to use identical SLITM-ready...
... power supply unit (PSU) can provide at least the minimum power your graphics card driver supports NVIDIA® SLITM technology. fied. 2. X470 Master SLI/ac / X470 Master SLI 2.7 SLITM and Quad SLITM Operation Guide This motherboard supports NVIDIA® SLITM and Quad SLITM (Scalable Link Interface) technology that allows you to install up to use identical SLITM-ready...
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Please be used. Step 4 Peel off the yellow protective film on the motherboard. The standoff is placed at the nut location D by hand. Otherwise, release the standoff by default. Step 5 Gently insert the M.2 (NGFF) SSD module into the.... Skip Step 3 and 4 and go straight to Step 5 if you are going to secure the module into place. Hand tighten the standoff into the M.2 slot. E D C B A E D C B A X470 Master SLI/ac / X470 Master SLI Step 3 Move the standoff based on the module type and length. Please do not overtighten the screw as this might damage the module. 47
Please be used. Step 4 Peel off the yellow protective film on the motherboard. The standoff is placed at the nut location D by hand. Otherwise, release the standoff by default. Step 5 Gently insert the M.2 (NGFF) SSD module into the.... Skip Step 3 and 4 and go straight to Step 5 if you are going to secure the module into place. Hand tighten the standoff into the M.2 slot. E D C B A E D C B A X470 Master SLI/ac / X470 Master SLI Step 3 Move the standoff based on the module type and length. Please do not overtighten the screw as this might damage the module. 47
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... display the menu. Utilities Menu The Utilities Menu shows the application software that enhance the motherboard's features. The CD automatically displays the Main Menu if "AUTORUN" is enabled in the Support CD to install it. 49 English X470 Master SLI/ac / X470 Master SLI Chapter 3 Software and Utilities Operation 3.1 Installing Drivers The Support CD that comes with the...
... display the menu. Utilities Menu The Utilities Menu shows the application software that enhance the motherboard's features. The CD automatically displays the Main Menu if "AUTORUN" is enabled in the Support CD to install it. 49 English X470 Master SLI/ac / X470 Master SLI Chapter 3 Software and Utilities Operation 3.1 Installing Drivers The Support CD that comes with the...
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You can optimize your system and keep your motherboard up 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 ... selected category and allows users to visit the website of the selected news and know more. 53 English Click on your ASRock computer. X470 Master SLI/ac / X470 Master SLI 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 desktop to access...
You can optimize your system and keep your motherboard up 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 ... selected category and allows users to visit the website of the selected news and know more. 53 English Click on your ASRock computer. X470 Master SLI/ac / X470 Master SLI 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 desktop to access...
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otherwise, the cable may cause damages to the RGB LED Header (RGB_LED1) on the motherboard. 1 B R 12V G RGB_LED1 1 12V G R B 1. The RGB LED header supports standard 5050 RGB LED strip (12V/G/R/B), with the package. 2. ..., Music, Wave and more. Before installing or removing your RGB LED cable, please power off your RGB LED strips to motherboard components. 1. X470 Master SLI/ac / X470 Master SLI 3.4 ASRock Polychrome RGB ASRock Polychrome RGB is a lighting control utility specifically designed for unique individuals with sophisticated tastes to do not come with a maximum ...
otherwise, the cable may cause damages to the RGB LED Header (RGB_LED1) on the motherboard. 1 B R 12V G RGB_LED1 1 12V G R B 1. The RGB LED header supports standard 5050 RGB LED strip (12V/G/R/B), with the package. 2. ..., Music, Wave and more. Before installing or removing your RGB LED cable, please power off your RGB LED strips to motherboard components. 1. X470 Master SLI/ac / X470 Master SLI 3.4 ASRock Polychrome RGB ASRock Polychrome RGB is a lighting control utility specifically designed for unique individuals with sophisticated tastes to do not come with a maximum ...
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Download this utility from the drop-down menu. 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. Drag the tab to customize your way! English 61 X470 Master SLI/ac / X470 Master SLI ASRock Polychrome RGB Utility Now you can adjust the RGB LED color through the ASRock Polychrome RGB utility.
Download this utility from the drop-down menu. 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. Drag the tab to customize your way! English 61 X470 Master SLI/ac / X470 Master SLI ASRock Polychrome RGB Utility Now you can adjust the RGB LED color through the ASRock Polychrome RGB utility.
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Fan Tuning Measure Fan Min Duty Cycle. CPU Fan 1 Temp Source Select a fan temperature source for each temperature. X470 Master SLI/ac / X470 Master SLI 4.6 Hardware Health Event Monitoring Screen This section allows you to set 5 CPU temperatures and assign a respective fan speed for each temperature. CPU_FAN2 / W_Pump Switch Select ... a fan mode for CPU Fan 1, or choose Customize to monitor the status of the hardware on your system, including the parameters of the CPU temperature, motherboard temperature, fan speed and voltage.
Fan Tuning Measure Fan Min Duty Cycle. CPU Fan 1 Temp Source Select a fan temperature source for each temperature. X470 Master SLI/ac / X470 Master SLI 4.6 Hardware Health Event Monitoring Screen This section allows you to set 5 CPU temperatures and assign a respective fan speed for each temperature. CPU_FAN2 / W_Pump Switch Select ... a fan mode for CPU Fan 1, or choose Customize to monitor the status of the hardware on your system, including the parameters of the CPU temperature, motherboard temperature, fan speed and voltage.
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Chassis Fan 3 Temp Source Select a fan temperature source for Chassis Fan 3. X470 Master SLI/ac / X470 Master SLI Chassis Fan 3 Control Mode Select PWM mode or DC mode for Chassis Fan 3. Over Temperature Protection When Over Temperature Protection is enabled, the system automatically shuts down when the motherboard is overheated. 89 English Chassis Fan 3 Setting Select a fan mode for Chassis Fan 3, or choose Customize to set 5 CPU temperatures and assign a respective fan speed for each temperature.
Chassis Fan 3 Temp Source Select a fan temperature source for Chassis Fan 3. X470 Master SLI/ac / X470 Master SLI Chassis Fan 3 Control Mode Select PWM mode or DC mode for Chassis Fan 3. Over Temperature Protection When Over Temperature Protection is enabled, the system automatically shuts down when the motherboard is overheated. 89 English Chassis Fan 3 Setting Select a fan mode for Chassis Fan 3, or choose Customize to set 5 CPU temperatures and assign a respective fan speed for each temperature.
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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 : X470 Master SLI/ac / X470 Master SLI Conforms to the following speci cations: FCC Part15, SubpartB,Unintentional Radiators Supplementary Information: is device...
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 : X470 Master SLI/ac / X470 Master SLI Conforms to the following speci cations: FCC Part15, SubpartB,Unintentional Radiators Supplementary Information: is device...
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... for making this declaration: (Name, Surname) A.V.P (Position / Title) April 13, 2018 (Date) P/N: 15G062092000AK V1.0 EU Declaration of Conformity For the following equipment: Motherboard (Product Name) X470 Master SLI/ac / X470 Master SLI / 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...
... for making this declaration: (Name, Surname) A.V.P (Position / Title) April 13, 2018 (Date) P/N: 15G062092000AK V1.0 EU Declaration of Conformity For the following equipment: Motherboard (Product Name) X470 Master SLI/ac / X470 Master SLI / 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...
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Motherboard Layout X470 Master SLI/ac / X470 Master SLI M2_WIFI_1* ATX12V1 ATX12V2 CPU_FAN2/WP CPU_FAN1 PS2 Keyboard/ Mouse HDMI1 ATXPWR1 DDR4_B2 (64 bit, 288-pin module) DDR4_B1 (64 bit, 288-pin module) DDR4_A2 (64 ...
Motherboard Layout X470 Master SLI/ac / X470 Master SLI M2_WIFI_1* ATX12V1 ATX12V2 CPU_FAN2/WP CPU_FAN1 PS2 Keyboard/ Mouse HDMI1 ATXPWR1 DDR4_B2 (64 bit, 288-pin module) DDR4_B1 (64 bit, 288-pin module) DDR4_A2 (64 ...
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... features Smart Ready technology that offers support for WiFi 802.11 a/b/ g/n/ac connectivity standards and Bluetooth v4.2. WiFi-802.11ac Module and ASRock WiFi 2.4/5 GHz Antennas (for X470 Master SLI/ac only) 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 adds...
... features Smart Ready technology that offers support for WiFi 802.11 a/b/ g/n/ac connectivity standards and Bluetooth v4.2. WiFi-802.11ac Module and ASRock WiFi 2.4/5 GHz Antennas (for X470 Master SLI/ac only) 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 adds...