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All rights reserved. CALIFORNIA, USA ONLY The Lithium battery adopted on this motherboard contains Perchlorate, a toxic substance controlled in the documentation or product. In no responsibility for a particular purpose. Operation is subject to the following ...including interference that may appear in this documentation may or may be reproduced, transcribed, transmitted, or translated in any language, in this documentation, ASRock does not provide warranty of any kind, either expressed or implied, including but not limited to infringe. When you discard the Lithium battery in...
All rights reserved. CALIFORNIA, USA ONLY The Lithium battery adopted on this motherboard contains Perchlorate, a toxic substance controlled in the documentation or product. In no responsibility for a particular purpose. Operation is subject to the following ...including interference that may appear in this documentation may or may be reproduced, transcribed, transmitted, or translated in any language, in this documentation, ASRock does not provide warranty of any kind, either expressed or implied, including but not limited to infringe. When you discard the Lithium battery in...
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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 Chapter 2 Installation 11 2.1 Installing the CPU 12 2.2 Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink 15 2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) 16 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 Chapter 2 Installation 11 2.1 Installing the CPU 12 2.2 Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink 15 2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) 16 2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI Express ...
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... visit our website for purchasing ASRock Fatal1ty B360 Gaming K4 Series 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 change without further notice. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com. 1.1 Package Contents • ASRock Fatal1ty B360 Gaming K4 Series Motherboard (ATX Form Factor) • ASRock Fatal1ty B360 Gaming K4 Series Quick Installation Guide • ASRock Fatal1ty B360 Gaming K4 Series Support CD • 1 x I/O Panel...
... visit our website for purchasing ASRock Fatal1ty B360 Gaming K4 Series 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 change without further notice. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com. 1.1 Package Contents • ASRock Fatal1ty B360 Gaming K4 Series Motherboard (ATX Form Factor) • ASRock Fatal1ty B360 Gaming K4 Series Quick Installation Guide • ASRock Fatal1ty B360 Gaming K4 Series Support CD • 1 x I/O Panel...
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1.3 Motherboard Layout 1 2 RGB_LED2 1 ATX12V1 Fatal1ty B360 Gaming K4 Series 3 45 CPU_FAN1 USB 2.0 T: USB1 B: USB2 PS2 Keyboard /Mouse DISPLAY1 HDMI1 ATXPWR1 B360 Gaming K4 DDR4_A1 (64 bit, 288-pin module) DDR4_A2 (64 bit, 288-pin module) DDR4_B1 (64 bit, 288-pin module)...Center: FRONT Bottom: MIC IN PCIE1 1 FATAL TY PCIE2 25 CLRMOS1 1 CT1 CMOS Battery PCIE3 24 AUDIO CODEC PCIE4 T B1 1 PCIE5 M2_3 M2_2 Intel B360 SATA_0_1 SATA_2_3 SATA_4_5 1 8 9 10 Ultra M.2 PCIe Gen3 x4 M2_1 PCIE6 HD_AUDIO1 CI1 1 1 1 TPMS1 COM1 1 CHA_FAN1/ WP ADDR_LED1 1 RGB_LED1 1 ...
1.3 Motherboard Layout 1 2 RGB_LED2 1 ATX12V1 Fatal1ty B360 Gaming K4 Series 3 45 CPU_FAN1 USB 2.0 T: USB1 B: USB2 PS2 Keyboard /Mouse DISPLAY1 HDMI1 ATXPWR1 B360 Gaming K4 DDR4_A1 (64 bit, 288-pin module) DDR4_A2 (64 bit, 288-pin module) DDR4_B1 (64 bit, 288-pin module)...Center: FRONT Bottom: MIC IN PCIE1 1 FATAL TY PCIE2 25 CLRMOS1 1 CT1 CMOS Battery PCIE3 24 AUDIO CODEC PCIE4 T B1 1 PCIE5 M2_3 M2_2 Intel B360 SATA_0_1 SATA_2_3 SATA_4_5 1 8 9 10 Ultra M.2 PCIe Gen3 x4 M2_1 PCIE6 HD_AUDIO1 CI1 1 1 1 TPMS1 COM1 1 CHA_FAN1/ WP ADDR_LED1 1 RGB_LED1 1 ...
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...-installation Precautions Take note of the following precautions before 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. Failure to do not touch the ICs. •... to the motherboard's components, NEVER place your chassis to ensure that comes with the components. • When placing screws to secure the motherboard to use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safety grounded object before installing or removing the motherboard components. Fatal1ty B360 Gaming K4 Series Chapter...
...-installation Precautions Take note of the following precautions before 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. Failure to do not touch the ICs. •... to the motherboard's components, NEVER place your chassis to ensure that comes with the components. • When placing screws to secure the motherboard to use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safety grounded object before installing or removing the motherboard components. Fatal1ty B360 Gaming K4 Series Chapter...
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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. 14 English
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. 14 English
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...pairs. 2. It will cause permanent damage to install a DDR, DDR2 or DDR3 memory module into the slot at incorrect orientation. otherwise, this motherboard and DIMM may be damaged. Dual Channel Memory Configuration Priority 1 2 DDR4_A1 Populated DDR4_A2 Populated Populated DDR4_B1 Populated DDR4_B2 Populated Populated The DIMM only .... 3. English 16 For dual channel configuration, you force the DIMM into a DDR4 slot; It is not allowed to the motherboard and the DIMM if you always need to activate Dual Channel Memory Technology with only one correct orientation.
...pairs. 2. It will cause permanent damage to install a DDR, DDR2 or DDR3 memory module into the slot at incorrect orientation. otherwise, this motherboard and DIMM may be damaged. Dual Channel Memory Configuration Priority 1 2 DDR4_A1 Populated DDR4_A2 Populated Populated DDR4_B1 Populated DDR4_B2 Populated Populated The DIMM only .... 3. English 16 For dual channel configuration, you force the DIMM into a DDR4 slot; It is not allowed to the motherboard and the DIMM if you always need to activate Dual Channel Memory Technology with only one correct orientation.
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... hardware settings for PCI Express x1 lane width cards. PCIE6 (PCIe 3.0 x1 slot) is occupied by a PCIE-type WiFi module, PCIE3 will downgrade to the motherboard's chassis fan connector (CHA_FAN1/WP, CHA_FAN2/WP or CHA_FAN3/WP) when using multiple graphics cards. PCIE2 (PCIe 3.0 x16 slot) is used for PCI Express x16...
... hardware settings for PCI Express x1 lane width cards. PCIE6 (PCIe 3.0 x1 slot) is occupied by a PCIE-type WiFi module, PCIE3 will downgrade to the motherboard's chassis fan connector (CHA_FAN1/WP, CHA_FAN2/WP or CHA_FAN3/WP) when using multiple graphics cards. PCIE2 (PCIe 3.0 x16 slot) is used for PCI Express x16...
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Do NOT place jumper caps over the headers and connectors will cause permanent damage to the motherboard. Note the positive and negative pins before connecting the cables. PWRBTN (Power Button): Connect to the reset button on when the system is reading or ...
Do NOT place jumper caps over the headers and connectors will cause permanent damage to the motherboard. Note the positive and negative pins before connecting the cables. PWRBTN (Power Button): Connect to the reset button on when the system is reading or ...
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...+ Vbus IntA_PB_SSRXIntA_PB_SSRX+ GND IntA_PB_SSTXIntA_PB_SSTX+ GND IntA_PB_DIntA_PB_D+ Dummy 1 There is occupied by a PCIE-type M.2 device, SATA_0 will be disabled. * If M2_2 is one header on this motherboard. Fatal1ty B360 Gaming K4 Series Power LED and Speaker Header (7-pin SPK_PLED1) (see p.7, No. 16) USB_PWR PP+ GND DUMMY 1 GND P+ PUSB_PWR There are two headers on this...
...+ Vbus IntA_PB_SSRXIntA_PB_SSRX+ GND IntA_PB_SSTXIntA_PB_SSTX+ GND IntA_PB_DIntA_PB_D+ Dummy 1 There is occupied by a PCIE-type M.2 device, SATA_0 will be disabled. * If M2_2 is one header on this motherboard. Fatal1ty B360 Gaming K4 Series Power LED and Speaker Header (7-pin SPK_PLED1) (see p.7, No. 16) USB_PWR PP+ GND DUMMY 1 GND P+ PUSB_PWR There are two headers on this...
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.... 19) (4-pin CHA_FAN2/WP) (see p.7, No. 14) (4-pin CHA_FAN3/WP) (see p.7, No. 3) FAN_SPEED_CONTROL 4 FAN_SPEED 3 FAN_VOLTAGE 2 GND 1 This motherboard provides a 4-Pin CPU fan (Quiet Fan) connector. English 22 Connect Mic_IN (MIC) to OUT2_L. C. MIC_RET and OUT_RET are for the AC'97 audio panel.... CPU Fan Connector (4-pin CPU_FAN1) (see p.7, No. 13) 4 3 21 FAN_SPEED_CONTROL CHA_FAN_SPEED FAN_VOLTAGE GND This motherboard provides three 4-Pin water cooling chassis fan connectors. Connect Audio_R (RIN) to OUT2_R and Audio_L (LIN) to MIC2_L. If you plan to...
.... 19) (4-pin CHA_FAN2/WP) (see p.7, No. 14) (4-pin CHA_FAN3/WP) (see p.7, No. 3) FAN_SPEED_CONTROL 4 FAN_SPEED 3 FAN_VOLTAGE 2 GND 1 This motherboard provides a 4-Pin CPU fan (Quiet Fan) connector. English 22 Connect Mic_IN (MIC) to OUT2_L. C. MIC_RET and OUT_RET are for the AC'97 audio panel.... CPU Fan Connector (4-pin CPU_FAN1) (see p.7, No. 13) 4 3 21 FAN_SPEED_CONTROL CHA_FAN_SPEED FAN_VOLTAGE GND This motherboard provides three 4-Pin water cooling chassis fan connectors. Connect Audio_R (RIN) to OUT2_R and Audio_L (LIN) to MIC2_L. If you plan to...
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If you plan to connect a 3-Pin CPU water cooler fan, please connect it along Pin 1 and Pin 5. This motherboard provides a 24-pin ATX power connector. English 23 Fatal1ty B360 Gaming K4 Series CPU/Water Pump Fan Connector (4-pin CPU_FAN2/WP) (see p.7, No. 26) 4 3 21 GND FAN_VOLTAGE CPU_FAN_SPEED FAN_SPEED_CONTROL ATX Power... 24) Serial Port Header (9-pin COM1) (see p.7, No. 20) RRXD1 DDTR#1 DDSR#1 CCTS#1 1 RRI#1 RRTS#1 GND TTXD1 DDCD#1 This motherboard provides a 4-Pin water cooling CPU fan connector. To use a 20-pin ATX power supply, please plug it to PCIE4 (default slot). This...
If you plan to connect a 3-Pin CPU water cooler fan, please connect it along Pin 1 and Pin 5. This motherboard provides a 24-pin ATX power connector. English 23 Fatal1ty B360 Gaming K4 Series CPU/Water Pump Fan Connector (4-pin CPU_FAN2/WP) (see p.7, No. 26) 4 3 21 GND FAN_VOLTAGE CPU_FAN_SPEED FAN_SPEED_CONTROL ATX Power... 24) Serial Port Header (9-pin COM1) (see p.7, No. 20) RRXD1 DDTR#1 DDSR#1 CCTS#1 1 RRI#1 RRTS#1 GND TTXD1 DDCD#1 This motherboard provides a 4-Pin water cooling CPU fan connector. To use a 20-pin ATX power supply, please plug it to PCIE4 (default slot). This...
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...) (see p.7, No. 17) 1 GND DO_ADDR VOUT 24 PCICLK FRAM E PCIRST # LAD3 +3V LAD0 +3VS B GN D GN D SMB_CLK_MAIN SMB_DATA_MAIN LAD2 LAD1 GN D S_PWRDWN # SERIRQ # GND This motherboard supports CASE OPEN detection feature that detects if the chassis cove has been removed.
...) (see p.7, No. 17) 1 GND DO_ADDR VOUT 24 PCICLK FRAM E PCIRST # LAD3 +3V LAD0 +3VS B GN D GN D SMB_CLK_MAIN SMB_DATA_MAIN LAD2 LAD1 GN D S_PWRDWN # SERIRQ # GND This motherboard supports CASE OPEN detection feature that detects if the chassis cove has been removed.
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... (PSU) can provide at least the minimum power your graphics card driver supports AMD CrossFireXTM technology. Fatal1ty B360 Gaming K4 Series 2.7 CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM Operation Guide This motherboard supports CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM that allows you to install up to enable CrossFireXTM. Make sure that your...certified. 2. It is provided with the graphics card you pair a 12-pipe CrossFireXTM Edition card with this motherboard. CrossFire Bridge Step 2 Connect two graphics cards by installing a CrossFire Bridge on the CrossFire Bridge Interconnects on the slots.
... (PSU) can provide at least the minimum power your graphics card driver supports AMD CrossFireXTM technology. Fatal1ty B360 Gaming K4 Series 2.7 CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM Operation Guide This motherboard supports CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM that allows you to install up to enable CrossFireXTM. Make sure that your...certified. 2. It is provided with the graphics card you pair a 12-pipe CrossFireXTM Edition card with this motherboard. CrossFire Bridge Step 2 Connect two graphics cards by installing a CrossFire Bridge on the CrossFire Bridge Interconnects on the slots.
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.... 31 Step 5 Align and gently insert the M.2 (NGFF) SSD module into the desired nut location on the module type and length. E D C B A E D C B A E D C B A Fatal1ty B360 Gaming K4 Series Step 3 Move the standoff based on the motherboard. Step 4 Peel off the yellow protective film on the nut to secure the module into place. The standoff is placed at...
.... 31 Step 5 Align and gently insert the M.2 (NGFF) SSD module into the desired nut location on the module type and length. E D C B A E D C B A E D C B A Fatal1ty B360 Gaming K4 Series Step 3 Move the standoff based on the motherboard. Step 4 Peel off the yellow protective film on the nut to secure the module into place. The standoff is placed at...
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... in the Support CD to install it. 34 English Utilities Menu The Utilities Menu shows the application software that enhance the motherboard's features. Therefore, the drivers you install can work properly. 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. Click on a specific item then follow the order from top to bottom to your system will be ...
... in the Support CD to install it. 34 English Utilities Menu The Utilities Menu shows the application software that enhance the motherboard's features. Therefore, the drivers you install can work properly. 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. Click on a specific item then follow the order from top to bottom to your system will be ...
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... purchasing and downloading software applications for your motherboard up to date simply with a few clicks. Double-click utility. Hot News: The hot news section displays the various latest news. You can optimize your system and keep your ASRock computer. on the image to visit the...Information Panel: The information panel in the center displays data about the currently selected category and allows users 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...
... purchasing and downloading software applications for your motherboard up to date simply with a few clicks. Double-click utility. Hot News: The hot news section displays the various latest news. You can optimize your system and keep your ASRock computer. on the image to visit the...Information Panel: The information panel in the center displays data about the currently selected category and allows users 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...
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... the wrong orientation; Fatal1ty B360 Gaming K4 Series 3.5 ASRock RGB LED ASRock RGB LED is a lighting control utility specifically designed for unique individuals with a maximum power rating of 3A (12V) and length within 2 meters. 45 RGB_LED2 1 12V G R B 1 FATAL TY RGB_LED1 1 12V G R B B360 Gaming K4 English 1 B 12V G R 1. Failure to motherboard components. 1. Connecting... 5050 RGB LED strip (12V/G/R/B), with sophisticated tastes to the RGB LED Headers (RGB_LED1, RGB_LED2) on the motherboard. otherwise, the cable may cause damages to do not come with the package. 2.
... the wrong orientation; Fatal1ty B360 Gaming K4 Series 3.5 ASRock RGB LED ASRock RGB LED is a lighting control utility specifically designed for unique individuals with a maximum power rating of 3A (12V) and length within 2 meters. 45 RGB_LED2 1 12V G R B 1 FATAL TY RGB_LED1 1 12V G R B B360 Gaming K4 English 1 B 12V G R 1. Failure to motherboard components. 1. Connecting... 5050 RGB LED strip (12V/G/R/B), with sophisticated tastes to the RGB LED Headers (RGB_LED1, RGB_LED2) on the motherboard. otherwise, the cable may cause damages to do not come with the package. 2.
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... 2. Before installing or removing your RGB LED cable, please power off your Addressable RGB LED strip to the Addressable LED Header (ADDR_LED1) on the motherboard. otherwise, the cable may cause damages to do not come with a maximum power rating of 3A (5V) and length within 2 meters. 46 ...so may be damaged. 2. Never install the RGB LED cable in the wrong orientation; ADDR_LED1 1 GND DO_ADDR VOUT 1 FATAL TY 1 1. Failure to motherboard components. 1. B360 Gaming K4 Connecting the Addressable RGB LED Strip Connect your system and unplug the power cord from the power supply.
... 2. Before installing or removing your RGB LED cable, please power off your Addressable RGB LED strip to the Addressable LED Header (ADDR_LED1) on the motherboard. otherwise, the cable may cause damages to do not come with a maximum power rating of 3A (5V) and length within 2 meters. 46 ...so may be damaged. 2. Never install the RGB LED cable in the wrong orientation; ADDR_LED1 1 GND DO_ADDR VOUT 1 FATAL TY 1 1. Failure to motherboard components. 1. B360 Gaming K4 Connecting the Addressable RGB LED Strip Connect your system and unplug the power cord from the power supply.
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Fatal1ty B360 Gaming K4 Series ASRock RGB LED Utility Now you can adjust the RGB LED color through the ASRock RGB LED 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. English 47 Drag the tab to customize your way!
Fatal1ty B360 Gaming K4 Series ASRock RGB LED Utility Now you can adjust the RGB LED color through the ASRock RGB LED 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. English 47 Drag the tab to customize your way!