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... 1.2 Specifications 2 1.3 Motherboard Layout 6 1.4 I/O Panel 8 1.5 WiFi-802.11ac Module and ASRock WiFi 2.4/5 GHz Antenna 10 Chapter 2 Installation 12 2.1 Installing the CPU 13 2.2 Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink 16 2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) 17 2.4 Expansion Slot (PCI Express Slot) 19 2.5 Jumpers Setup 20 2.6 Onboard Headers and Connectors 21 2.7 M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Installation Guide (M2_1) 25 Chapter 3 Software and Utilities Operation 27 3.1 Installing Drivers 27 3.2 A-Tuning 28 3.2.1 Installing A-Tuning 28 3.2.2 Using A-Tuning 28 3.3 ASRock...
... 1.2 Specifications 2 1.3 Motherboard Layout 6 1.4 I/O Panel 8 1.5 WiFi-802.11ac Module and ASRock WiFi 2.4/5 GHz Antenna 10 Chapter 2 Installation 12 2.1 Installing the CPU 13 2.2 Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink 16 2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) 17 2.4 Expansion Slot (PCI Express Slot) 19 2.5 Jumpers Setup 20 2.6 Onboard Headers and Connectors 21 2.7 M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Installation Guide (M2_1) 25 Chapter 3 Software and Utilities Operation 27 3.1 Installing Drivers 27 3.2 A-Tuning 28 3.2.1 Installing A-Tuning 28 3.2.2 Using A-Tuning 28 3.3 ASRock...
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... Socket (Optional) 1 English Chapter 4 contains the configuration guide of the software and utilities. Chapter 3 contains the operation guide of the BIOS setup. In case any modifications of the motherboard and step-by-step installation guides. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com. 1.1 Package Contents • ASRock H310M-ITX/ac Motherboard (Mini-ITX Form Factor) • ASRock H310M-ITX/ac Quick Installation Guide • ASRock H310M-ITX/ac Support CD • 2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) • 1 x I/O Panel Shield • 2 x ASRock WiFi 2.4/5 GHz Antennas (Optional...
... Socket (Optional) 1 English Chapter 4 contains the configuration guide of the software and utilities. Chapter 3 contains the operation guide of the BIOS setup. In case any modifications of the motherboard and step-by-step installation guides. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com. 1.1 Package Contents • ASRock H310M-ITX/ac Motherboard (Mini-ITX Form Factor) • ASRock H310M-ITX/ac Quick Installation Guide • ASRock H310M-ITX/ac Support CD • 2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) • 1 x I/O Panel Shield • 2 x ASRock WiFi 2.4/5 GHz Antennas (Optional...
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...) • Three graphics output options: DVI-I, HDMI and DisplayPort 1.2 * Supports up to 1920x1200 @ 60Hz • Supports Auto Lip Sync, Deep Color (12bpc), xvYCC and HBR (High Bit Rate Audio) with HDMI Port (Compliant HDMI monitor is required to use an HD front panel audio module and enable the multi-channel audio feature through the audio driver. • Supports Surge Protection • ELNA Audio Caps • Gigabit LAN 10/100/1000 Mb/s • Giga PHY Intel...
...) • Three graphics output options: DVI-I, HDMI and DisplayPort 1.2 * Supports up to 1920x1200 @ 60Hz • Supports Auto Lip Sync, Deep Color (12bpc), xvYCC and HBR (High Bit Rate Audio) with HDMI Port (Compliant HDMI monitor is required to use an HD front panel audio module and enable the multi-channel audio feature through the audio driver. • Supports Surge Protection • ELNA Audio Caps • Gigabit LAN 10/100/1000 Mb/s • Giga PHY Intel...
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...45 LAN Port with LED (ACT/LINK LED and SPEED LED) • HD Audio Jacks: Line in / Front Speaker / Microphone Storage • 4 x SATA3 6.0 Gb/s Connectors, support NCQ, AHCI and Hot Plug* * If M2_1 is occupied by a SATA-type M.2 device, SATA3_0 will be disabled. • 1 x M.2 Socket, supports M Key type 2280 M.2 SATA3 6.0 Gb/s module and M.2 PCI Express module up to Gen2 x4 (20 Gb/s)** ** Supports NVMe SSD as boot disks ** Supports ASRock U.2 Kit Connector • 1 x Chassis Intrusion Headers • 1 x CPU Fan Connector (4-pin) * The CPU Fan Connector supports the CPU fan of maximum...
...45 LAN Port with LED (ACT/LINK LED and SPEED LED) • HD Audio Jacks: Line in / Front Speaker / Microphone Storage • 4 x SATA3 6.0 Gb/s Connectors, support NCQ, AHCI and Hot Plug* * If M2_1 is occupied by a SATA-type M.2 device, SATA3_0 will be disabled. • 1 x M.2 Socket, supports M Key type 2280 M.2 SATA3 6.0 Gb/s module and M.2 PCI Express module up to Gen2 x4 (20 Gb/s)** ** Supports NVMe SSD as boot disks ** Supports ASRock U.2 Kit Connector • 1 x Chassis Intrusion Headers • 1 x CPU Fan Connector (4-pin) * The CPU Fan Connector supports the CPU fan of maximum...
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... Voltage Multi-adjustment Hardware Monitor • Temperature Sensing: CPU, Chassis, Chassis/Water Pump Fans • Fan Tachometer: CPU, Chassis, Chassis/Water Pump Fans • Quiet Fan (Auto adjust chassis fan speed by overclocking. It should be done at your system. English 5 Overclocking may affect your system's stability, or even cause damage to the components and devices of your own risk and expense. H310M-ITX/ac • 1 x 24 pin ATX Power Connector • 1 x 8 pin 12V Power Connector • 1 x Front Panel Audio Connector • 1 x USB 2.0 Header (Supports 2 USB...
... Voltage Multi-adjustment Hardware Monitor • Temperature Sensing: CPU, Chassis, Chassis/Water Pump Fans • Fan Tachometer: CPU, Chassis, Chassis/Water Pump Fans • Quiet Fan (Auto adjust chassis fan speed by overclocking. It should be done at your system. English 5 Overclocking may affect your system's stability, or even cause damage to the components and devices of your own risk and expense. H310M-ITX/ac • 1 x 24 pin ATX Power Connector • 1 x 8 pin 12V Power Connector • 1 x Front Panel Audio Connector • 1 x USB 2.0 Header (Supports 2 USB...
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... brand, speed, size and chip-type) DDR4 DIMM pairs. 2. It will cause permanent damage to the motherboard and the DIMM if you always need to install a DDR, DDR2 or DDR3 memory module into the slot at incorrect orientation. 17 English The DIMM only fits in one memory module installed. 3. For dual channel configuration, you force the DIMM into a DDR4 slot; H310M-ITX/ac 2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) This motherboard provides...
... brand, speed, size and chip-type) DDR4 DIMM pairs. 2. It will cause permanent damage to the motherboard and the DIMM if you always need to install a DDR, DDR2 or DDR3 memory module into the slot at incorrect orientation. 17 English The DIMM only fits in one memory module installed. 3. For dual channel configuration, you force the DIMM into a DDR4 slot; H310M-ITX/ac 2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) This motherboard provides...
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PCIe slot: PCIE1 (PCIe 3.0 x16 slot) 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 1 PCI Express slot on the motherboard. H310M-ITX/ac 2.4 Expansion Slot (PCI Express Slot) There is unplugged. Before installing an expansion card, please make necessary hardware settings for PCI Express x16 lane width graphics cards. 19 English
PCIe slot: PCIE1 (PCIe 3.0 x16 slot) 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 1 PCI Express slot on the motherboard. H310M-ITX/ac 2.4 Expansion Slot (PCI Express Slot) There is unplugged. Before installing an expansion card, please make necessary hardware settings for PCI Express x16 lane width graphics cards. 19 English
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... you update the BIOS. When the jumper cap is removed. After waiting for 15 seconds, use a jumper cap to clear the record of previous chassis intrusion status. Please be noted that the password, date, time, and user default profile will be detected. Please remember toremove the jumper cap after you do not clear the CMOS right after clearing the CMOS. Please adjust the BIOS option "Clear Status" to short the pins...
... you update the BIOS. When the jumper cap is removed. After waiting for 15 seconds, use a jumper cap to clear the record of previous chassis intrusion status. Please be noted that the password, date, time, and user default profile will be detected. Please remember toremove the jumper cap after you do not clear the CMOS right after clearing the CMOS. Please adjust the BIOS option "Clear Status" to short the pins...
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... Fan) connector. 1 2 3 4 If you plan to connect a 3-Pin CPU fan, please connect it to this connector. ATX Power Connector (24-pin ATXPWR1) (see p.6, No. 3) This motherboard pro- This feature requires a chassis with chassis intrusion detection design. ATX 12V Power Connector (4-pin ATX12V1) (see p.6, No. 1) Chassis Intrusion Header (2-pin CI1) (see p.6, No. 15) 1 13 8 5 4 1 Please connect an ATX 12V power supply to Pin 1-3. English 24 GND Signal This motherboard 1 supports CASE OPEN detection feature that detects if the chassis cove has been removed.
... Fan) connector. 1 2 3 4 If you plan to connect a 3-Pin CPU fan, please connect it to this connector. ATX Power Connector (24-pin ATXPWR1) (see p.6, No. 3) This motherboard pro- This feature requires a chassis with chassis intrusion detection design. ATX 12V Power Connector (4-pin ATX12V1) (see p.6, No. 1) Chassis Intrusion Header (2-pin CI1) (see p.6, No. 15) 1 13 8 5 4 1 Please connect an ATX 12V power supply to Pin 1-3. English 24 GND Signal This motherboard 1 supports CASE OPEN detection feature that detects if the chassis cove has been removed.
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H310M-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. Drivers Menu The drivers compatible to install those required drivers. Utilities Menu The Utilities Menu shows the application software that enhance the motherboard's features. Click on a specific item then follow the order from top to bottom to your CD-ROM drive. Please click Install All or follow the installation wizard to display the menu. The CD...
H310M-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. Drivers Menu The drivers compatible to install those required drivers. Utilities Menu The Utilities Menu shows the application software that enhance the motherboard's features. Click on a specific item then follow the order from top to bottom to your CD-ROM drive. Please click Install All or follow the installation wizard to display the menu. The CD...
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... Setting ASRock Timing Optimization Enable/Disable ASRock Timing Optimization. When enabled, the memory timing will allow performing realtime memory timing changes after MRC_DONE. Default is 53 for IN. 89 for Memory MRS MR0. MRS tWRtRTP Configure the tWRtRTP for 2N. Command Tristate Use this item to reset system if MRC training fails. 49 English Default is 53. MRS Setting MRS tCL Configure the tCL for better signal. H310M-ITX/ac...
... Setting ASRock Timing Optimization Enable/Disable ASRock Timing Optimization. When enabled, the memory timing will allow performing realtime memory timing changes after MRC_DONE. Default is 53 for IN. 89 for Memory MRS MR0. MRS tWRtRTP Configure the tWRtRTP for 2N. Command Tristate Use this item to reset system if MRC training fails. 49 English Default is 53. MRS Setting MRS tCL Configure the tCL for better signal. H310M-ITX/ac...
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PCI Express Native Control Select Enable for Directed I/O helps your virtual machine monitor better utilize hardware by improving application compatibility and reliability, and providing additional levels of manageability, security, isolation, and I/O performance. PCIE1 Link Speed Select the link speed for all CPU downstream devices. 54 English PCIE ASPM Support This option enables/disables the ASPM support for PCIE1. 4.6.2 Chipset Configuration Primary Graphics Adapter Select a primary VGA. Above 4G Decoding Enable or disable 64bit capable Devices to...
PCI Express Native Control Select Enable for Directed I/O helps your virtual machine monitor better utilize hardware by improving application compatibility and reliability, and providing additional levels of manageability, security, isolation, and I/O performance. PCIE1 Link Speed Select the link speed for all CPU downstream devices. 54 English PCIE ASPM Support This option enables/disables the ASPM support for PCIE1. 4.6.2 Chipset Configuration Primary Graphics Adapter Select a primary VGA. Above 4G Decoding Enable or disable 64bit capable Devices to...
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... controller. Set to Auto to boot up . Onboard HDMI HD Audio Enable audio for the onboard digital outputs. Restore on CPU side of memory that is installed. If [Power On] is installed. Deep Sleep Configure deep sleep mode for power saving when the computer is selected, the power will start to enable onboard HD audio and automatically disable it when a sound card is selected, the system will remain off when the power recovers. If [Power Off] is shut down. H310M-ITX/ac PCH PCIE...
... controller. Set to Auto to boot up . Onboard HDMI HD Audio Enable audio for the onboard digital outputs. Restore on CPU side of memory that is installed. If [Power On] is installed. Deep Sleep Configure deep sleep mode for power saving when the computer is selected, the power will start to enable onboard HD audio and automatically disable it when a sound card is selected, the system will remain off when the power recovers. If [Power Off] is shut down. H310M-ITX/ac PCH PCIE...
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... using UEFI Tech Service. Internet Flash - Instant Flash Save UEFI files in your USB storage device and run Instant Flash to plug in your USB pen drive before using this function. 61 English 4.7 Tools H310M-ITX/ac UEFI Tech Service Contact ASRock Tech Service if you . Please setup network configuration before using Internet Flash. *For BIOS backup and recovery purpose, it is recommended to update your PC. DHCP (Auto IP), Auto ASRock Internet Flash downloads and updates the latest UEFI firmware version from our servers for you are having trouble...
... using UEFI Tech Service. Internet Flash - Instant Flash Save UEFI files in your USB storage device and run Instant Flash to plug in your USB pen drive before using this function. 61 English 4.7 Tools H310M-ITX/ac UEFI Tech Service Contact ASRock Tech Service if you . Please setup network configuration before using Internet Flash. *For BIOS backup and recovery purpose, it is recommended to update your PC. DHCP (Auto IP), Auto ASRock Internet Flash downloads and updates the latest UEFI firmware version from our servers for you are having trouble...
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Internet Setting Enable or disable sound effects in the setup utility. UEFI Download Server Select a server to configure internet connection settings for Internet Flash. Network Configuration Use this to download the UEFI firmware. 62 English
Internet Setting Enable or disable sound effects in the setup utility. UEFI Download Server Select a server to configure internet connection settings for Internet Flash. Network Configuration Use this to download the UEFI firmware. 62 English
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... to remove the password. H310M-ITX/ac 4.9 Security Screen In this section you may also clear the user password. Intel(R) Platform Trust Technology Enable/disable Intel PTT in the UEFI Setup Utility. You may set or change the supervisor/user password for Secure Boot. Leave it blank and press enter to change the settings in the UEFI Setup Utility. Leave it blank and press enter to change the settings in ME. Users are unable to remove the password. Secure Boot Use this option to enable or disable support...
... to remove the password. H310M-ITX/ac 4.9 Security Screen In this section you may also clear the user password. Intel(R) Platform Trust Technology Enable/disable Intel PTT in the UEFI Setup Utility. You may set or change the supervisor/user password for Secure Boot. Leave it blank and press enter to change the settings in the UEFI Setup Utility. Leave it blank and press enter to change the settings in ME. Users are unable to remove the password. Secure Boot Use this option to enable or disable support...
Quick Installation Guide
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... the motherboard specifications and the BIOS software might be updated, the content of this documentation occur, the updated version will be available on ASRock's website as well. You may find the latest VGA cards and CPU support list on ASRock's website without notice. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com. 1.1 Package Contents • ASRock H310M-ITX/ac Motherboard (Mini-ITX Form Factor) • ASRock H310M-ITX/ac Quick Installation Guide • ASRock H310M-ITX/ac Support CD • 2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) • 1 x I/O Panel Shield • 2 x ASRock WiFi...
... the motherboard specifications and the BIOS software might be updated, the content of this documentation occur, the updated version will be available on ASRock's website as well. You may find the latest VGA cards and CPU support list on ASRock's website without notice. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com. 1.1 Package Contents • ASRock H310M-ITX/ac Motherboard (Mini-ITX Form Factor) • ASRock H310M-ITX/ac Quick Installation Guide • ASRock H310M-ITX/ac Support CD • 2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) • 1 x I/O Panel Shield • 2 x ASRock WiFi...
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...45 LAN Port with LED (ACT/LINK LED and SPEED LED) • HD Audio Jacks: Line in / Front Speaker / Microphone Storage • 4 x SATA3 6.0 Gb/s Connectors, support NCQ, AHCI and Hot Plug* * If M2_1 is occupied by a SATA-type M.2 device, SATA3_0 will be disabled. • 1 x M.2 Socket, supports M Key type 2280 M.2 SATA3 6.0 Gb/s module and M.2 PCI Express module up to Gen2 x4 (20 Gb/s)** ** Supports NVMe SSD as boot disks ** Supports ASRock U.2 Kit Connector • 1 x Chassis Intrusion Headers • 1 x CPU Fan Connector (4-pin) * The CPU Fan Connector supports the CPU fan of maximum...
...45 LAN Port with LED (ACT/LINK LED and SPEED LED) • HD Audio Jacks: Line in / Front Speaker / Microphone Storage • 4 x SATA3 6.0 Gb/s Connectors, support NCQ, AHCI and Hot Plug* * If M2_1 is occupied by a SATA-type M.2 device, SATA3_0 will be disabled. • 1 x M.2 Socket, supports M Key type 2280 M.2 SATA3 6.0 Gb/s module and M.2 PCI Express module up to Gen2 x4 (20 Gb/s)** ** Supports NVMe SSD as boot disks ** Supports ASRock U.2 Kit Connector • 1 x Chassis Intrusion Headers • 1 x CPU Fan Connector (4-pin) * The CPU Fan Connector supports the CPU fan of maximum...
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... components and devices of your own risk and expense. We are not responsible for possible damage caused by CPU tempera- • 1 x 24 pin ATX Power Connector • 1 x 8 pin 12V Power Connector • 1 x Front Panel Audio Connector • 1 x USB 2.0 Header (Supports 2 USB 2.0 ports) (Supports ESD Protection) • 1 x USB 3.1 Gen1 Header (Supports 2 USB 3.1 Gen1 ports) (Supports ESD Protection) BIOS Feature Hardware Monitor • AMI UEFI Legal BIOS with overclocking, including adjusting the setting in the BIOS, applying Untied Overclocking Technology, or using third-party...
... components and devices of your own risk and expense. We are not responsible for possible damage caused by CPU tempera- • 1 x 24 pin ATX Power Connector • 1 x 8 pin 12V Power Connector • 1 x Front Panel Audio Connector • 1 x USB 2.0 Header (Supports 2 USB 2.0 ports) (Supports ESD Protection) • 1 x USB 3.1 Gen1 Header (Supports 2 USB 3.1 Gen1 ports) (Supports ESD Protection) BIOS Feature Hardware Monitor • AMI UEFI Legal BIOS with overclocking, including adjusting the setting in the BIOS, applying Untied Overclocking Technology, or using third-party...
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... power supply. PCIe slot: PCIE1 (PCIe 3.0 x16 slot) is removed. After waiting for 15 seconds, use a jumper cap to short the pins on the motherboard. If no jumper cap is placed on the pins, the jumper is "Open". Please remember toremove the jumper cap after you update the BIOS. If you start the installation. Before installing an expansion card, please make necessary hardware settings for PCI Express x16 lane width graphics cards. 2.5 Jumpers Setup The illustration shows how jumpers are setup...
... power supply. PCIe slot: PCIE1 (PCIe 3.0 x16 slot) is removed. After waiting for 15 seconds, use a jumper cap to short the pins on the motherboard. If no jumper cap is placed on the pins, the jumper is "Open". Please remember toremove the jumper cap after you update the BIOS. If you start the installation. Before installing an expansion card, please make necessary hardware settings for PCI Express x16 lane width graphics cards. 2.5 Jumpers Setup The illustration shows how jumpers are setup...
