Intel Smart Response Installation Guide
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...in RAID ROM. Boot system to [RAID Mode]. For the new version RST driver, please check our website for the latest information: http://www.asrock.com * Before you use the full SSD as Cache device or only 20GB, and if you intend to a RAID mode system, then install... all performance testing, chose "Maximized" mode. 7. Intel Smart Response Technology Installation Guide This motherboard supports Intel Smart Response Technology. Once open RST GUI from either Start Menu or by step instructions below. You can find the UI setup instruction...
...in RAID ROM. Boot system to [RAID Mode]. For the new version RST driver, please check our website for the latest information: http://www.asrock.com * Before you use the full SSD as Cache device or only 20GB, and if you intend to a RAID mode system, then install... all performance testing, chose "Maximized" mode. 7. Intel Smart Response Technology Installation Guide This motherboard supports Intel Smart Response Technology. Once open RST GUI from either Start Menu or by step instructions below. You can find the UI setup instruction...
Intel Rapid Storage Guide
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... 8. Select the appropriate number of hard drives and press Space to select the drive. Enable RAID in System BIOS Use the instructions included with your motherboard to enable RAID in the system BIOS, a RAID volume must be created, and the F6 installation method must be used to load the Intel®...
... 8. Select the appropriate number of hard drives and press Space to select the drive. Enable RAID in System BIOS Use the instructions included with your motherboard to enable RAID in the system BIOS, a RAID volume must be created, and the F6 installation method must be used to load the Intel®...
RAID Installation Guide
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This section will guide you how to create RAID on this guide carefully according to SATA Hard Disks Installation 1.1 Serial ATA (SATA) Hard Disks Installation Intel chipset supports Serial ATA (SATA) hard disks with RAID functions, including RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 10 and Intel Rapid Storage. You may install SATA hard disks on SATA ports. 2 Guide to the Intel southbridge chipset that your motherboard adopts. Please read the RAID configurations in this motherboard for internal storage devices. 1.
This section will guide you how to create RAID on this guide carefully according to SATA Hard Disks Installation 1.1 Serial ATA (SATA) Hard Disks Installation Intel chipset supports Serial ATA (SATA) hard disks with RAID functions, including RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 10 and Intel Rapid Storage. You may install SATA hard disks on SATA ports. 2 Guide to the Intel southbridge chipset that your motherboard adopts. Please read the RAID configurations in this motherboard for internal storage devices. 1.
RAID Installation Guide
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... drives into one drive to configure RAID 0 / RAID 1/ Intel Rapid Storage / RAID 10 / RAID 5 settings. For optimal performance, please install identical drives of RAID This motherboard adopts Intel southbridge chipset that integrates RAID controller supporting RAID 0 / RAID 1/ Intel Rapid Storage / RAID 10 / RAID 5 function with four independent Serial ATA (SATA) channels...
... drives into one drive to configure RAID 0 / RAID 1/ Intel Rapid Storage / RAID 10 / RAID 5 settings. For optimal performance, please install identical drives of RAID This motherboard adopts Intel southbridge chipset that integrates RAID controller supporting RAID 0 / RAID 1/ Intel Rapid Storage / RAID 10 / RAID 5 function with four independent Serial ATA (SATA) channels...
RAID Installation Guide
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... boot. 23 STEP 1: Copy Intel® RAID drivers into a USB flash disk You can download the drivers from ASRock's website and unzip the files into a USB flash disk or copy the files from ASRock's motherboard support CD. (Please copy the files under the following directory: 32 bit: ..\i386\Win7_Intel.. 64-bit: ..\AMD64\Win7...
... boot. 23 STEP 1: Copy Intel® RAID drivers into a USB flash disk You can download the drivers from ASRock's website and unzip the files into a USB flash disk or copy the files from ASRock's motherboard support CD. (Please copy the files under the following directory: 32 bit: ..\i386\Win7_Intel.. 64-bit: ..\AMD64\Win7...
RAID Installation Guide
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... 64-bit, install the hotfix kb2505454. (This may take about 5 minutes to fix this problem. Reboot your system. (It may take more time to install motherboard drivers and utilities. 25
... 64-bit, install the hotfix kb2505454. (This may take about 5 minutes to fix this problem. Reboot your system. (It may take more time to install motherboard drivers and utilities. 25
User Manual
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...including interference that may not be registered trademarks or copyrights of this documentation. Products and corporate names appearing in this motherboard contains Perchlorate, a toxic substance controlled in any form or by the California Legislature. Disclaimer: Specifications and information contained...any errors or omissions that may apply, see www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/ perchlorate" ASRock Website: http://www.asrock.com All rights reserved. ASRock assumes no event shall ASRock, its directors, officers, employees, or agents be constructed as a commitment by the ...
...including interference that may not be registered trademarks or copyrights of this documentation. Products and corporate names appearing in this motherboard contains Perchlorate, a toxic substance controlled in any form or by the California Legislature. Disclaimer: Specifications and information contained...any errors or omissions that may apply, see www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/ perchlorate" ASRock Website: http://www.asrock.com All rights reserved. ASRock assumes no event shall ASRock, its directors, officers, employees, or agents be constructed as a commitment by the ...
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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 10 1.5 WiFi-802.11ac Module 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 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) ... (NGFF) Module Installation Guide 26 Chapter 3 Software and Utilities Operation 29 3.1 Installing Drivers 29 3.2 F-Stream 30 3.2.1 Installing F-Stream 30 3.2.2 Using F-Stream 30 3.3 ASRock Live Update & APP Shop 33 3.3.1 UI Overview 33 3.3.2 Apps 34
Contents Chapter 1 Introduction 1 1.1 Package Contents 1 1.2 Specifications 2 1.3 Motherboard Layout 7 1.4 I/O Panel 10 1.5 WiFi-802.11ac Module 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 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) ... (NGFF) Module Installation Guide 26 Chapter 3 Software and Utilities Operation 29 3.1 Installing Drivers 29 3.2 F-Stream 30 3.2.1 Installing F-Stream 30 3.2.2 Using F-Stream 30 3.3 ASRock Live Update & APP Shop 33 3.3.1 UI Overview 33 3.3.2 Apps 34
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... software might be updated, the content of the software and utilities. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com. 1.1 Package Contents • ASRock Fatal1ty Z270 Gaming-ITX/ac Series Motherboard (Mini-ITX Form Factor) • ASRock Fatal1ty Z270 Gaming-ITX/ac Series Quick Installation Guide • ASRock Fatal1ty Z270 Gaming-ITX/ac Series Support CD • 2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) • 1 x ASRock WiFi 2.4/5 GHz Antenna (Optional) • 1 x Screw for specific information about the...
... software might be updated, the content of the software and utilities. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com. 1.1 Package Contents • ASRock Fatal1ty Z270 Gaming-ITX/ac Series Motherboard (Mini-ITX Form Factor) • ASRock Fatal1ty Z270 Gaming-ITX/ac Series Quick Installation Guide • ASRock Fatal1ty Z270 Gaming-ITX/ac Series Support CD • 2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) • 1 x ASRock WiFi 2.4/5 GHz Antenna (Optional) • 1 x Screw for specific information about the...
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1.3 Motherboard Layout Fatal1ty Z270 Gaming-ITX/ac Series CLR BTN1 CHA_FAN1 M2_2_WIFI RoHS ATX12V1 CPU_FAN1 CPU_OPT/W_PUMP PS2 Keyboard /Mouse USB 3.0 T: USB1 B: USB2 AT X P W R 1 Z270 Gaming-ITX/ac DDR4_A1 (64 bit, 288-pin module) DDR4_B1 (64 bit, 288-pin module) Optical SPDIF HDMI1 DP_1 TB_1 SATA3_4_5 USB3_5_6 USB 3.0 T: USB3 B: USB4 Ultra M.2 PCIe Gen3 ...
1.3 Motherboard Layout Fatal1ty Z270 Gaming-ITX/ac Series CLR BTN1 CHA_FAN1 M2_2_WIFI RoHS ATX12V1 CPU_FAN1 CPU_OPT/W_PUMP PS2 Keyboard /Mouse USB 3.0 T: USB1 B: USB2 AT X P W R 1 Z270 Gaming-ITX/ac DDR4_A1 (64 bit, 288-pin module) DDR4_B1 (64 bit, 288-pin module) Optical SPDIF HDMI1 DP_1 TB_1 SATA3_4_5 USB3_5_6 USB 3.0 T: USB3 B: USB4 Ultra M.2 PCIe Gen3 ...
User Manual
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... to 867Mbps. * The transmission speed may vary according to support WiFi + BT. 1.5 WiFi-802.11ac Module 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 v4.0 module (pre-installed on the rear I/O panel) that adds a whole new class of functionality into...
... to 867Mbps. * The transmission speed may vary according to support WiFi + BT. 1.5 WiFi-802.11ac Module 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 v4.0 module (pre-installed on the rear I/O panel) that adds a whole new class of functionality into...
User Manual
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... the bag that the motherboard fits into it. Failure to unplug the power cord before you uninstall any motherboard settings. • Make sure to do so may damage the motherboard. 13 English Also remember to use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safety grounded object before installing or removing the motherboard components. Fatal1ty Z270 Gaming-ITX/ac Series Chapter 2 Installation...
... the bag that the motherboard fits into it. Failure to unplug the power cord before you uninstall any motherboard settings. • Make sure to do so may damage the motherboard. 13 English Also remember to use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safety grounded object before installing or removing the motherboard components. Fatal1ty Z270 Gaming-ITX/ac Series Chapter 2 Installation...
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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. 16 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. 16 English
User Manual
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...Channel Memory Technology with only one correct orientation. The DIMM only fits in one memory module installed. 3. 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. It is unable to install a DDR..., DDR2 or DDR3 memory module into the slot at incorrect orientation. 18 English otherwise, this motherboard and DIMM may be damaged. It will cause permanent damage to install identical (the same brand, speed, size and chip-type) DDR4 DIMM...
...Channel Memory Technology with only one correct orientation. The DIMM only fits in one memory module installed. 3. 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. It is unable to install a DDR..., DDR2 or DDR3 memory module into the slot at incorrect orientation. 18 English otherwise, this motherboard and DIMM may be damaged. It will cause permanent damage to install identical (the same brand, speed, size and chip-type) DDR4 DIMM...
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PCIe slot: PCIE1 (PCIe 3.0 x16 slot) is 1 PCI Express slot slot on the motherboard. 2.4 Expansion Slots (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. Before installing an expansion card, please make necessary hardware settings for PCI Express x16 lane width graphics cards. 20 English
PCIe slot: PCIE1 (PCIe 3.0 x16 slot) is 1 PCI Express slot slot on the motherboard. 2.4 Expansion Slots (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. Before installing an expansion card, please make necessary hardware settings for PCI Express x16 lane width graphics cards. 20 English
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... (Power Switch): Connect to the power switch on the chassis to this header, make sure the wire assignments and the pin assignments are NOT jumpers. Fatal1ty Z270 Gaming-ITX/ac Series 2.5 Onboard Headers and Connectors Onboard headers and connectors are matched correctly. System Panel Header (9-pin PANEL1) (see p.7, No. 10) GND PWRBTN# PLEDPLED+ GND RESET... LED is on when the hard drive is operating. Press the reset switch to restart the computer if the computer freezes and fails to the motherboard.
... (Power Switch): Connect to the power switch on the chassis to this header, make sure the wire assignments and the pin assignments are NOT jumpers. Fatal1ty Z270 Gaming-ITX/ac Series 2.5 Onboard Headers and Connectors Onboard headers and connectors are matched correctly. System Panel Header (9-pin PANEL1) (see p.7, No. 10) GND PWRBTN# PLEDPLED+ GND RESET... LED is on when the hard drive is operating. Press the reset switch to restart the computer if the computer freezes and fails to the motherboard.
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... or PCIe storage devices to 6.0 Gb/s data transfer rate. Each USB 3.0 header can support two ports. English 22 If M2_1 is one header on this motherboard. Each USB 2.0 header can support two ports. SATA3_4_5 USB 2.0 Header (9-pin USB1_2) (see p.7, No. 11) USB 3.0 Header (19-pin USB3_5_6) (see p.7, No. 7) SATA3_4_5 These six...: SATA3_0 SATA3_1 see p.7, No. 13) (SATA3_3: see p.7, No. 16) (SATA3_4_5: see p.7, No. 7) Serial ATA Express Connector (SATA3_4_5: see p.7, No. 8) There is one header on this motherboard.
... or PCIe storage devices to 6.0 Gb/s data transfer rate. Each USB 3.0 header can support two ports. English 22 If M2_1 is one header on this motherboard. Each USB 2.0 header can support two ports. SATA3_4_5 USB 2.0 Header (9-pin USB1_2) (see p.7, No. 11) USB 3.0 Header (19-pin USB3_5_6) (see p.7, No. 7) SATA3_4_5 These six...: SATA3_0 SATA3_1 see p.7, No. 13) (SATA3_3: see p.7, No. 16) (SATA3_4_5: see p.7, No. 7) Serial ATA Express Connector (SATA3_4_5: see p.7, No. 8) There is one header on this motherboard.
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... SPEAKER1) (see p.7, No. 3) FAN_SPEED This motherboard pro- CPU Fan Connector (4-pin CPU_FAN1) (see p.7, No. 12) DUMMY SPEAKER 1 +5V DUMMY Please connect the chassis speaker to this header. Connect Mic_IN (MIC) to connect them for the AC'97 audio panel. MIC_RET and OUT_RET are for...1 OUT2_L J_SENSE OUT2_R MIC2_R MIC2_L This header is for the HD audio panel only. D. To activate the front mic, go to Pin 1-3. Fatal1ty Z270 Gaming-ITX/ac Series Front Panel Audio Header (9-pin HD_AUDIO1) (see p.7, No. 1) match the black wire to the ground pin. If you plan to ...
... SPEAKER1) (see p.7, No. 3) FAN_SPEED This motherboard pro- CPU Fan Connector (4-pin CPU_FAN1) (see p.7, No. 12) DUMMY SPEAKER 1 +5V DUMMY Please connect the chassis speaker to this header. Connect Mic_IN (MIC) to connect them for the AC'97 audio panel. MIC_RET and OUT_RET are for...1 OUT2_L J_SENSE OUT2_R MIC2_R MIC2_L This header is for the HD audio panel only. D. To activate the front mic, go to Pin 1-3. Fatal1ty Z270 Gaming-ITX/ac Series Front Panel Audio Header (9-pin HD_AUDIO1) (see p.7, No. 1) match the black wire to the ground pin. If you plan to ...
User Manual
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...feature that detects if the chassis cove has been removed. Chassis Intrusion Header (2-pin CI1) (see p.7, No. 2) 8 5 This motherboard pro- To use a 20-pin ATX power supply, please plug it along Pin 1 and Pin 5. This feature requires a chassis ...Pump Fan Connector (4-pin CPU_OPT/W_ PUMP) (see p.7, No. 6) 12 24 1 13 This motherboard provides a 24-pin ATX power connector. ATX Power Connector (24-pin ATXPWR1) (see p.7, No. 4) FAN_SPEED This motherboard FAN_VOLTAGE_CONTROL GND FAN_SPEED_CONTROL provides a 4-Pin water cooling CPU fan connector. English 24 vides a 8-pin...
...feature that detects if the chassis cove has been removed. Chassis Intrusion Header (2-pin CI1) (see p.7, No. 2) 8 5 This motherboard pro- To use a 20-pin ATX power supply, please plug it along Pin 1 and Pin 5. This feature requires a chassis ...Pump Fan Connector (4-pin CPU_OPT/W_ PUMP) (see p.7, No. 6) 12 24 1 13 This motherboard provides a 24-pin ATX power connector. ATX Power Connector (24-pin ATXPWR1) (see p.7, No. 4) FAN_SPEED This motherboard FAN_VOLTAGE_CONTROL GND FAN_SPEED_CONTROL provides a 4-Pin water cooling CPU fan connector. English 24 vides a 8-pin...
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Clear CMOS Switch (CLRCBTN) (see p.10, No. 18) Clear CMOS Switch allows users to clear the CMOS values. Fatal1ty Z270 Gaming-ITX/ac Series 2.6 Smart Switch The motherboard has one smart switche: Clear CMOS Switch, allowing users to quickly clear the CMOS values. This function is workable only when you power off your computer and unplug the power supply. English 25
Clear CMOS Switch (CLRCBTN) (see p.10, No. 18) Clear CMOS Switch allows users to clear the CMOS values. Fatal1ty Z270 Gaming-ITX/ac Series 2.6 Smart Switch The motherboard has one smart switche: Clear CMOS Switch, allowing users to quickly clear the CMOS values. This function is workable only when you power off your computer and unplug the power supply. English 25