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... 9 Chapter 2 Installation 11 2.1 Installing the CPU 12 2.2 Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink 14 2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) 23 2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI Express Slots) 26 2.5 Jumpers Setup 27 2.6 Onboard Headers and Connectors 28 2.7 M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Installation Guide (M2_1) 33 2.8... M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Installation Guide (M2_2) 36 Chapter 3 Software and Utilities Operation 39 3.1 Installing Drivers 39 3.2 A-Tuning 40 3.3 ASRock Live Update & APP...
... 9 Chapter 2 Installation 11 2.1 Installing the CPU 12 2.2 Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink 14 2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) 23 2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI Express Slots) 26 2.5 Jumpers Setup 27 2.6 Onboard Headers and Connectors 28 2.7 M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Installation Guide (M2_1) 33 2.8... M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Installation Guide (M2_2) 36 Chapter 3 Software and Utilities Operation 39 3.1 Installing Drivers 39 3.2 A-Tuning 40 3.3 ASRock Live Update & APP...
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B450 Pro4 • 1 x Ultra M.2 Socket (M2_1), supports M Key type 2242/2260/2280 M.2 PCI Express module up to Gen3 x4 (32 Gb/s) (with Summit Ridge, Raven Ridge and ... boot disks ** Supports ASRock U.2 Kit Connector • 1 x COM Port Header • 1 x TPM Header • 1 x Power LED and Speaker Header • 1 x RGB LED Header * Supports in total up to 12V/3A, 36W LED Strip • 1 x Addressable LED Header * Supports in total up to 5V/3A, 15W LED Strip • 1 x AMD Fan LED Header *The AMD Fan LED Header supports LED strips...
B450 Pro4 • 1 x Ultra M.2 Socket (M2_1), supports M Key type 2242/2260/2280 M.2 PCI Express module up to Gen3 x4 (32 Gb/s) (with Summit Ridge, Raven Ridge and ... boot disks ** Supports ASRock U.2 Kit Connector • 1 x COM Port Header • 1 x TPM Header • 1 x Power LED and Speaker Header • 1 x RGB LED Header * Supports in total up to 12V/3A, 36W LED Strip • 1 x Addressable LED Header * Supports in total up to 5V/3A, 15W LED Strip • 1 x AMD Fan LED Header *The AMD Fan LED Header supports LED strips...
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...Fans • Voltage monitoring: +12V, +5V, +3.3V, Vcore OS • Microsoft® Windows® 10 64-bit Certifications • FCC, CE • ErP/EuP ready (ErP/EuP ready power supply is required) * For detailed product information, please visit our website: http://www.asrock..., Chassis/Water Pump Fans • Quiet Fan (Auto adjust chassis fan speed by overclocking. Overclocking may affect your system's stability, or even cause damage to the components and devices of your own risk and expense. • 1 x Front Panel Audio Connector • 2 x USB 2.0 Headers (Support 4 USB ...
...Fans • Voltage monitoring: +12V, +5V, +3.3V, Vcore OS • Microsoft® Windows® 10 64-bit Certifications • FCC, CE • ErP/EuP ready (ErP/EuP ready power supply is required) * For detailed product information, please visit our website: http://www.asrock..., Chassis/Water Pump Fans • Quiet Fan (Auto adjust chassis fan speed by overclocking. Overclocking may affect your system's stability, or even cause damage to the components and devices of your own risk and expense. • 1 x Front Panel Audio Connector • 2 x USB 2.0 Headers (Support 4 USB ...
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... System Panel Header (PANEL1) 17 Chassis Fan / Waterpump Fan Connector (CHA_FAN3/WP) 18 Chassis Fan / Waterpump Fan Connector (CHA_FAN2/WP) 19 Clear CMOS Jumper (CLRCMOS2) 20 Addressable LED Header (ADDR_LED1) 21 USB 2.0 Header (USB_3_4) 22 USB 2.0 Header (USB_1_2) 23 COM Port Header (COM1) 24 RGB LED Header (RGB_LED1) 25 TPM Header (TPMS1) 26 Front Panel Audio Header (HD_AUDIO1) 27 Chassis Fan / Waterpump Fan Connector...
... System Panel Header (PANEL1) 17 Chassis Fan / Waterpump Fan Connector (CHA_FAN3/WP) 18 Chassis Fan / Waterpump Fan Connector (CHA_FAN2/WP) 19 Clear CMOS Jumper (CLRCMOS2) 20 Addressable LED Header (ADDR_LED1) 21 USB 2.0 Header (USB_3_4) 22 USB 2.0 Header (USB_1_2) 23 COM Port Header (COM1) 24 RGB LED Header (RGB_LED1) 25 TPM Header (TPMS1) 26 Front Panel Audio Header (HD_AUDIO1) 27 Chassis Fan / Waterpump Fan Connector...
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Please refer to page 32 for reference only. 4 CPU_FAN1 5 RGB LED Cable 4-pin FAN cable CPU_FAN1 +12V AMD_FAN_LED1 *The diagram shown here are for the orientation of AMD Fan LED Header (AMD_FAN_LED1). 18 English
Please refer to page 32 for reference only. 4 CPU_FAN1 5 RGB LED Cable 4-pin FAN cable CPU_FAN1 +12V AMD_FAN_LED1 *The diagram shown here are for the orientation of AMD Fan LED Header (AMD_FAN_LED1). 18 English
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6 CPU_FAN1 +12V AMD_FAN_LED1 or 7 CPU_FAN1 AMD_FAN_LED1 USB_5 Please note that only one cable should be used at a time in this step. If you select USB connector, please install AMD utility "SR3 Settings Software". *The diagram shown here are for the orientation of AMD Fan LED Header (AMD_FAN_LED1). 22 English If you select AMD_FAN_LED1, please install ASRock utility "ASRock Polychrome LED". Please refer to page 32 for reference only.
6 CPU_FAN1 +12V AMD_FAN_LED1 or 7 CPU_FAN1 AMD_FAN_LED1 USB_5 Please note that only one cable should be used at a time in this step. If you select USB connector, please install AMD utility "SR3 Settings Software". *The diagram shown here are for the orientation of AMD Fan LED Header (AMD_FAN_LED1). 22 English If you select AMD_FAN_LED1, please install ASRock utility "ASRock Polychrome LED". Please refer to page 32 for reference only.
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.../WP) (see p.7, No. 17) FAN_SPEED_CONTROL CHA_FAN_SPEED FAN_VOLTAGE GND CPU Fan Connector This motherboard pro- (4-pin CPU_FAN1) 1 2 GND FAN_VOLTAGE vides a 4-Pin CPU fan (see p.7, No. 26) GND PRESENCE# MIC_RET OUT_RET 1 OUT2_L J_SENSE OUT2_R MIC2_R MIC2_L This header is for connecting audio devices to the front audio panel. 1. C.... OUT_RET are for the AC'97 audio panel. English 30 If you plan to connect a 3-Pin CPU fan, please connect it to the front panel audio header by the steps below: A. Connect Audio_R (RIN) to OUT2_R and Audio_L (LIN) to function correctly. ...
.../WP) (see p.7, No. 17) FAN_SPEED_CONTROL CHA_FAN_SPEED FAN_VOLTAGE GND CPU Fan Connector This motherboard pro- (4-pin CPU_FAN1) 1 2 GND FAN_VOLTAGE vides a 4-Pin CPU fan (see p.7, No. 26) GND PRESENCE# MIC_RET OUT_RET 1 OUT2_L J_SENSE OUT2_R MIC2_R MIC2_L This header is for connecting audio devices to the front audio panel. 1. C.... OUT_RET are for the AC'97 audio panel. English 30 If you plan to connect a 3-Pin CPU fan, please connect it to the front panel audio header by the steps below: A. Connect Audio_R (RIN) to OUT2_R and Audio_L (LIN) to function correctly. ...
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B450 Pro4 CPU Fan / Waterpump 1 Fan Connector 2 (4-pin CPU_FAN2/WP) 3 4 (see p.7, No. 4) ATX Power Connector (24-pin ATXPWR1) (see p.7, No. 1) 8 5 This motherboard provides a 8-pin ATX 12V power connector. If you plan to connect a 3-Pin CPU fan, please connect it along Pin 1 and Pin 5. ATX 12V Power ...ATX power connector. A TPM system also helps enhance network security, protects digital identities, and ensures platform integrity. 31 English Serial Port Header (9-pin COM1) (see p.7, No. 25) 1 PCICLK FRAME PCIRST# LAD3 +3V LAD0 +3VSB GND GND SMB_CLK_MAIN SMB_DATA_MAIN LAD2 ...
B450 Pro4 CPU Fan / Waterpump 1 Fan Connector 2 (4-pin CPU_FAN2/WP) 3 4 (see p.7, No. 4) ATX Power Connector (24-pin ATXPWR1) (see p.7, No. 1) 8 5 This motherboard provides a 8-pin ATX 12V power connector. If you plan to connect a 3-Pin CPU fan, please connect it along Pin 1 and Pin 5. ATX 12V Power ...ATX power connector. A TPM system also helps enhance network security, protects digital identities, and ensures platform integrity. 31 English Serial Port Header (9-pin COM1) (see p.7, No. 25) 1 PCICLK FRAME PCIRST# LAD3 +3V LAD0 +3VSB GND GND SMB_CLK_MAIN SMB_DATA_MAIN LAD2 ...
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... the wrong orientation; otherwise, the cable may be damaged. *Please refer to page 49 for further instructions on this header. AMD FAN LED Header is used to choose from various LED lighting effects. Caution: Never install the Addressable LED cable in the wrong orientation;... English 32 RGB LED Header (4-pin RGB_LED1) (see p.7, No. 24) AMD FAN LED Header (4-pin AMD_FAN_ LED1) (see p.7, No. 3) Addressable LED Header (3-pin ADDR_LED1) (see p.7, No. 20) 1 12V G R B 1 12V G R B 1 GND DO_ADDR VOUT RGB LED header is used to connect RGB LED extension cable...
... the wrong orientation; otherwise, the cable may be damaged. *Please refer to page 49 for further instructions on this header. AMD FAN LED Header is used to choose from various LED lighting effects. Caution: Never install the Addressable LED cable in the wrong orientation;... English 32 RGB LED Header (4-pin RGB_LED1) (see p.7, No. 24) AMD FAN LED Header (4-pin AMD_FAN_ LED1) (see p.7, No. 3) Addressable LED Header (3-pin ADDR_LED1) (see p.7, No. 20) 1 12V G R B 1 12V G R B 1 GND DO_ADDR VOUT RGB LED header is used to connect RGB LED extension cable...
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... System Panel Header (PANEL1) 17 Chassis Fan / Waterpump Fan Connector (CHA_FAN3/WP) 18 Chassis Fan / Waterpump Fan Connector (CHA_FAN2/WP) 19 Clear CMOS Jumper (CLRCMOS2) 20 Addressable LED Header (ADDR_LED1) 21 USB 2.0 Header (USB_3_4) 22 USB 2.0 Header (USB_1_2) 23 COM Port Header (COM1) 24 RGB LED Header (RGB_LED1) 25 TPM Header (TPMS1) 26 Front Panel Audio Header (HD_AUDIO1) 27 Chassis Fan / Waterpump Fan Connector...
... System Panel Header (PANEL1) 17 Chassis Fan / Waterpump Fan Connector (CHA_FAN3/WP) 18 Chassis Fan / Waterpump Fan Connector (CHA_FAN2/WP) 19 Clear CMOS Jumper (CLRCMOS2) 20 Addressable LED Header (ADDR_LED1) 21 USB 2.0 Header (USB_3_4) 22 USB 2.0 Header (USB_1_2) 23 COM Port Header (COM1) 24 RGB LED Header (RGB_LED1) 25 TPM Header (TPMS1) 26 Front Panel Audio Header (HD_AUDIO1) 27 Chassis Fan / Waterpump Fan Connector...
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B450 Pro4 • 1 x Ultra M.2 Socket (M2_1), supports M Key type 2242/2260/2280 M.2 PCI Express module up to Gen3 x4 (32 Gb/s) (with Summit Ridge, Raven Ridge and ... boot disks ** Supports ASRock U.2 Kit Connector • 1 x COM Port Header • 1 x TPM Header • 1 x Power LED and Speaker Header • 1 x RGB LED Header * Supports in total up to 12V/3A, 36W LED Strip • 1 x Addressable LED Header * Supports in total up to 5V/3A, 15W LED Strip • 1 x AMD Fan LED Header *The AMD Fan LED Header supports LED strips...
B450 Pro4 • 1 x Ultra M.2 Socket (M2_1), supports M Key type 2242/2260/2280 M.2 PCI Express module up to Gen3 x4 (32 Gb/s) (with Summit Ridge, Raven Ridge and ... boot disks ** Supports ASRock U.2 Kit Connector • 1 x COM Port Header • 1 x TPM Header • 1 x Power LED and Speaker Header • 1 x RGB LED Header * Supports in total up to 12V/3A, 36W LED Strip • 1 x Addressable LED Header * Supports in total up to 5V/3A, 15W LED Strip • 1 x AMD Fan LED Header *The AMD Fan LED Header supports LED strips...
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... Protection) • 1 x USB 3.1 Gen1 Header (Supports 2 USB 3.1 Gen1 ports) (Supports ESD Protection) BIOS Feature • AMI UEFI Legal BIOS with overclocking, including adjusting the setting in the BIOS, applying Untied Overclocking Technology, or using thirdparty overclocking tools. ture): CPU, CPU/Water Pump, Chassis/Water Pump Fans • Fan Multi-Speed Control: CPU, CPU...
... Protection) • 1 x USB 3.1 Gen1 Header (Supports 2 USB 3.1 Gen1 ports) (Supports ESD Protection) BIOS Feature • AMI UEFI Legal BIOS with overclocking, including adjusting the setting in the BIOS, applying Untied Overclocking Technology, or using thirdparty overclocking tools. ture): CPU, CPU/Water Pump, Chassis/Water Pump Fans • Fan Multi-Speed Control: CPU, CPU...
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Please refer to page 32 for reference only. 4 CPU_FAN1 5 RGB LED Cable 4-pin FAN cable CPU_FAN1 +12V AMD_FAN_LED1 *The diagram shown here are for the orientation of AMD Fan LED Header (AMD_FAN_LED1). 18 English
Please refer to page 32 for reference only. 4 CPU_FAN1 5 RGB LED Cable 4-pin FAN cable CPU_FAN1 +12V AMD_FAN_LED1 *The diagram shown here are for the orientation of AMD Fan LED Header (AMD_FAN_LED1). 18 English
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If you select AMD_FAN_LED1, please install ASRock utility "ASRock Polychrome LED". Please refer to page 32 for reference only. If you select USB connector, please install AMD utility "SR3 Settings Software". *The diagram shown here are for the orientation of AMD Fan LED Header (AMD_FAN_LED1). 22 English 6 CPU_FAN1 +12V AMD_FAN_LED1 or 7 CPU_FAN1 AMD_FAN_LED1 USB_5 Please note that only one cable should be used at a time in this step.
If you select AMD_FAN_LED1, please install ASRock utility "ASRock Polychrome LED". Please refer to page 32 for reference only. If you select USB connector, please install AMD utility "SR3 Settings Software". *The diagram shown here are for the orientation of AMD Fan LED Header (AMD_FAN_LED1). 22 English 6 CPU_FAN1 +12V AMD_FAN_LED1 or 7 CPU_FAN1 AMD_FAN_LED1 USB_5 Please note that only one cable should be used at a time in this step.
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... correctly. To activate the front mic, go to MIC2_L. Connect Ground (GND) to OUT2_L. Front Panel Audio Header (9-pin HD_AUDIO1) (see p.1, No. 17) FAN_SPEED_CONTROL CHA_FAN_SPEED FAN_VOLTAGE GND 43 21 Please connect fan cables 4 3 to the fan connectors and 2 1 match the black wire to the ground pin. C. D. If you plan to connect a 3-Pin CPU...
... correctly. To activate the front mic, go to MIC2_L. Connect Ground (GND) to OUT2_L. Front Panel Audio Header (9-pin HD_AUDIO1) (see p.1, No. 17) FAN_SPEED_CONTROL CHA_FAN_SPEED FAN_VOLTAGE GND 43 21 Please connect fan cables 4 3 to the fan connectors and 2 1 match the black wire to the ground pin. C. D. If you plan to connect a 3-Pin CPU...
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...along Pin 1 and Pin 13. This connector supports Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which can securely store keys, digital certificates, passwords, and data. B450 Pro4 CPU Fan / Waterpump 1 Fan Connector 2 (4-pin CPU_FAN2/WP) 3 4 (see p.1, No. 4) ATX Power Connector (24-pin ATXPWR1) (see p.1, No. 1) 8 5 This... integrity. 31 English ATX 12V Power Connector (8-pin ATX12V1) (see p.1, No. 6) This motherboard pro- Serial Port Header (9-pin COM1) (see p.1, No. 23) TPM Header (17-pin TPMS1) (see p.1, No. 25) PCICLK FRAME PCIRST# LAD3 +3V LAD0 +3VSB GND GND SMB_CLK_MAIN ...
...along Pin 1 and Pin 13. This connector supports Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which can securely store keys, digital certificates, passwords, and data. B450 Pro4 CPU Fan / Waterpump 1 Fan Connector 2 (4-pin CPU_FAN2/WP) 3 4 (see p.1, No. 4) ATX Power Connector (24-pin ATXPWR1) (see p.1, No. 1) 8 5 This... integrity. 31 English ATX 12V Power Connector (8-pin ATX12V1) (see p.1, No. 6) This motherboard pro- Serial Port Header (9-pin COM1) (see p.1, No. 23) TPM Header (17-pin TPMS1) (see p.1, No. 25) PCICLK FRAME PCIRST# LAD3 +3V LAD0 +3VSB GND GND SMB_CLK_MAIN ...
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...Addressable LED cable in the wrong orientation; Caution: Never install the FAN LED cable in the wrong orientation; otherwise, the cable may be damaged. *Please refer to page 40 for further instructions on this header. otherwise, the cable may be damaged. **Please refer to page... from various LED lighting effects. RGB LED Header (4-pin RGB_LED1) (see p.1, No. 24) AMD FAN LED Header (4-pin AMD_FAN_ LED1) (see p.1, No. 3) Addressable LED Header (3-pin ADDR_LED1) (see p.1, No. 20) 1 12V G R B 1 12V G R B 1 GND DO_ADDR VOUT RGB LED header is used to connect Addressable LED extension cable...
...Addressable LED cable in the wrong orientation; Caution: Never install the FAN LED cable in the wrong orientation; otherwise, the cable may be damaged. *Please refer to page 40 for further instructions on this header. otherwise, the cable may be damaged. **Please refer to page... from various LED lighting effects. RGB LED Header (4-pin RGB_LED1) (see p.1, No. 24) AMD FAN LED Header (4-pin AMD_FAN_ LED1) (see p.1, No. 3) Addressable LED Header (3-pin ADDR_LED1) (see p.1, No. 20) 1 12V G R B 1 12V G R B 1 GND DO_ADDR VOUT RGB LED header is used to connect Addressable LED extension cable...