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... of merchantability or fitness for informational use only and subject to infringe. ASRock assumes no event shall ASRock, its directors, officers, employees, or agents be constructed as a commitment by the California Legislature. CALIFORNIA, USA ONLY The Lithium battery adopted on this motherboard contains Perchlorate, a toxic substance controlled in this documentation may or may...
... of merchantability or fitness for informational use only and subject to infringe. ASRock assumes no event shall ASRock, its directors, officers, employees, or agents be constructed as a commitment by the California Legislature. CALIFORNIA, USA ONLY The Lithium battery adopted on this motherboard contains Perchlorate, a toxic substance controlled in this documentation may or may...
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Contents Chapter 1 Introduction 1 1.1 Package Contents 1 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) ...) 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 Live Update & APP Shop 31 3.3.1 UI Overview 31 3.3.2 Apps 32
Contents Chapter 1 Introduction 1 1.1 Package Contents 1 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) ...) 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 Live Update & APP Shop 31 3.3.1 UI Overview 31 3.3.2 Apps 32
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... 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) • 1 x Screw for purchasing ASRock H310M-ITX/ac motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. Chapter 3 contains...
... 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) • 1 x Screw for purchasing ASRock H310M-ITX/ac motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. Chapter 3 contains...
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1.3 Motherboard Layout 1 2 3 4 HDMI1 CHA_FAN1/WP CPU_FAN1 ATXPWR1 DDR4_B1 (64 bit, 288-pin module) DDR4_A1 (64 bit, 288-pin module) M2_1 H310M-ITX/ac DVI1 DISPLAY1 PS2 Keyboard /Mouse USB 2.0 T: USB1 B: USB2 USB 3.1 Gen1 T: USB1 Top: RJ-45 B: USB2 M2_WIFI1 Top: LINE IN Center: FRONT Bottom: MIC IN BIOS ROM HD_AUDIO1 1 AUDIO CODEC RoHS Intel H310 Ultra M.2 PCIe Gen3 x4 CT1 SPEAKER1 1 CI1 1 BAT1 CLRMOS1 1 PCIE1 SATA3_3 SATA3_2 SATA3_1 SATA3_0 CHA_FAN2 USB3_3_4 PLED PWRBTN HDLED RESET 5 6 1 7 8 9 10 USB_3_4 PANEL1 11 1 1 12 17 16 15 14 13 English 6
1.3 Motherboard Layout 1 2 3 4 HDMI1 CHA_FAN1/WP CPU_FAN1 ATXPWR1 DDR4_B1 (64 bit, 288-pin module) DDR4_A1 (64 bit, 288-pin module) M2_1 H310M-ITX/ac DVI1 DISPLAY1 PS2 Keyboard /Mouse USB 2.0 T: USB1 B: USB2 USB 3.1 Gen1 T: USB1 Top: RJ-45 B: USB2 M2_WIFI1 Top: LINE IN Center: FRONT Bottom: MIC IN BIOS ROM HD_AUDIO1 1 AUDIO CODEC RoHS Intel H310 Ultra M.2 PCIe Gen3 x4 CT1 SPEAKER1 1 CI1 1 BAT1 CLRMOS1 1 PCIE1 SATA3_3 SATA3_2 SATA3_1 SATA3_0 CHA_FAN2 USB3_3_4 PLED PWRBTN HDLED RESET 5 6 1 7 8 9 10 USB_3_4 PANEL1 11 1 1 12 17 16 15 14 13 English 6
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BT 4.2 also includes Low Energy Technology and ensures extraordinary low power consumption for WiFi 802.11 a/b/ g/n/ac connectivity standards and Bluetooth v4.2. Bluetooth v4.2 standard features Smart Ready technology that offers support for PCs. * The transmission speed may vary... wireless local area network (WLAN) adapter to the environment. 10 English 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 v4.2 module (pre-installed on the rear I/O panel) that adds a whole new class ...
BT 4.2 also includes Low Energy Technology and ensures extraordinary low power consumption for WiFi 802.11 a/b/ g/n/ac connectivity standards and Bluetooth v4.2. Bluetooth v4.2 standard features Smart Ready technology that offers support for PCs. * The transmission speed may vary... wireless local area network (WLAN) adapter to the environment. 10 English 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 v4.2 module (pre-installed on the rear I/O panel) that adds a whole new class ...
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... you handle the components. • Hold components by the edges and do so may damage the motherboard. 12 English Before you install motherboard components or change any components, place them on a carpet. Failure to do not touch the ICs.... • Whenever you uninstall any motherboard settings. • Make sure to use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safety grounded object before installing or removing the motherboard components. Chapter 2 Installation This is a Mini-ITX...
... you handle the components. • Hold components by the edges and do so may damage the motherboard. 12 English Before you install motherboard components or change any components, place them on a carpet. Failure to do not touch the ICs.... • Whenever you uninstall any motherboard settings. • Make sure to use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safety grounded object before installing or removing the motherboard components. Chapter 2 Installation This is a Mini-ITX...
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The cover must be placed if you wish to return the motherboard for after service. 15 English H310M-ITX/ac 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. 15 English H310M-ITX/ac Please save and replace the cover if the processor is removed.
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...type) DDR4 DIMM pairs. 2. It will cause permanent damage to activate Dual Channel Memory Technology with only one correct orientation. otherwise, this motherboard and DIMM may be damaged.. The DIMM only fits in one memory module installed. 3. It is unable to the... or DDR3 memory module into the slot at incorrect orientation. 17 English For dual channel configuration, you force the DIMM into a DDR4 slot; H310M-ITX/ac 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.
...type) DDR4 DIMM pairs. 2. It will cause permanent damage to activate Dual Channel Memory Technology with only one correct orientation. otherwise, this motherboard and DIMM may be damaged.. The DIMM only fits in one memory module installed. 3. It is unable to the... or DDR3 memory module into the slot at incorrect orientation. 17 English For dual channel configuration, you force the DIMM into a DDR4 slot; H310M-ITX/ac 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.
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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 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.
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... state or powered off your chassis front panel module to this header HDLED+ 1 according to the motherboard. Do NOT place jumper caps over the headers and connectors will cause permanent damage to the pin assignments below. H310M-ITX/ac 2.6 Onboard Headers and Connectors Onboard headers and connectors are matched correctly. System Panel Header (9-pin...
... state or powered off your chassis front panel module to this header HDLED+ 1 according to the motherboard. Do NOT place jumper caps over the headers and connectors will cause permanent damage to the pin assignments below. H310M-ITX/ac 2.6 Onboard Headers and Connectors Onboard headers and connectors are matched correctly. System Panel Header (9-pin...
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this P+3 motherboard. GND IntA_PB_D- This IntA_PB_SSRX+ GND USB 3.1 Gen1 header can support USB_PWR two ports. 1 Vbus IntA_PA_SSRXIntA_PA_SSRX+ GND IntA_PA_SSTXIntA_PA_SSTX+ GND IntA_PA_DIntA_PA_D+ There is one USB2... Connectors (SATA3_0: see p.6, No. 8) (SATA3_1: see p.6, No. 7) (SATA3_2: see p.6, No. 10) (SATA3_3: see p.6, No. 6) DUMMY GND P+4 P-4 USB_PWR There is one header on this motherboard. IntA_PB_D+ Dummy 1 English 22 USB 2.0 Header (9-pin USB_3_4) (see p.6, No. 12) USB 3.1 Gen1 Header (19-pin USB3_3_4) (see p.6, No. 9) SA TA3_3 SA TA3_1 SA TA3_2...
this P+3 motherboard. GND IntA_PB_D- This IntA_PB_SSRX+ GND USB 3.1 Gen1 header can support USB_PWR two ports. 1 Vbus IntA_PA_SSRXIntA_PA_SSRX+ GND IntA_PA_SSTXIntA_PA_SSTX+ GND IntA_PA_DIntA_PA_D+ There is one USB2... Connectors (SATA3_0: see p.6, No. 8) (SATA3_1: see p.6, No. 7) (SATA3_2: see p.6, No. 10) (SATA3_3: see p.6, No. 6) DUMMY GND P+4 P-4 USB_PWR There is one header on this motherboard. IntA_PB_D+ Dummy 1 English 22 USB 2.0 Header (9-pin USB_3_4) (see p.6, No. 12) USB 3.1 Gen1 Header (19-pin USB3_3_4) (see p.6, No. 9) SA TA3_3 SA TA3_1 SA TA3_2...
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ATX Power Connector (24-pin ATXPWR1) (see p.6, No. 3) This motherboard pro- 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 ...a 4-Pin CPU fan GND FAN_SPEED_CONTROL (Quiet Fan) connector. 1 2 3 4 If you plan to connect a 3-Pin CPU fan, please connect it to this connector. GND Signal This motherboard 1 supports CASE OPEN detection feature that detects if the chassis cove has been removed. English 24 CPU Fan Connector (4-pin CPU_FAN1) (see p.6, No. 5) 12 24...
ATX Power Connector (24-pin ATXPWR1) (see p.6, No. 3) This motherboard pro- 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 ...a 4-Pin CPU fan GND FAN_SPEED_CONTROL (Quiet Fan) connector. 1 2 3 4 If you plan to connect a 3-Pin CPU fan, please connect it to this connector. GND Signal This motherboard 1 supports CASE OPEN detection feature that detects if the chassis cove has been removed. English 24 CPU Fan Connector (4-pin CPU_FAN1) (see p.6, No. 5) 12 24...
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....EXE" in your computer. Utilities Menu The Utilities Menu shows the application software that enhance the motherboard's features. 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 it. 27 English
....EXE" in your computer. Utilities Menu The Utilities Menu shows the application software that enhance the motherboard's features. 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 it. 27 English
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... various apps and support utilities. Double-click utility. Click on your desktop to access ASRock Live Update & APP Shop *You need to be connected to the Internet to download apps from the ASRock Live Update & APP Shop. 3.3.1 UI Overview Category Panel Hot News Information Panel Category... visit the website of the selected news and know more. 31 English H310M-ITX/ac 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 motherboard up to date simply with a few clicks. Hot News: The hot...
... various apps and support utilities. Double-click utility. Click on your desktop to access ASRock Live Update & APP Shop *You need to be connected to the Internet to download apps from the ASRock Live Update & APP Shop. 3.3.1 UI Overview Category Panel Hot News Information Panel Category... visit the website of the selected news and know more. 31 English H310M-ITX/ac 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 motherboard up to date simply with a few clicks. Hot News: The hot...
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... clocks between when a memory chip is selected and when the first active command can be issued. DRAM Clock controls memory training only if ASRock Timing Optimization is selected, the motherboard will detect the memory module(s) inserted and assign the appropriate frequency automatically. RAS to RAS Delay (tRRD_L) The number of clocks from...
... clocks between when a memory chip is selected and when the first active command can be issued. DRAM Clock controls memory training only if ASRock Timing Optimization is selected, the motherboard will detect the memory module(s) inserted and assign the appropriate frequency automatically. RAS to RAS Delay (tRRD_L) The number of clocks from...
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H310M-ITX/ac 4.8 Hardware Health Event Monitoring Screen This section allows you to monitor the status of the hardware on your system, including the parameters of CPU Fan Step Down. Fan Tuning Measure Fan Min Duty Cycle. CPU Fan Step Down Set the value of the CPU temperature, motherboard temperature, fan speed and voltage. CHA_FAN1...
H310M-ITX/ac 4.8 Hardware Health Event Monitoring Screen This section allows you to monitor the status of the hardware on your system, including the parameters of CPU Fan Step Down. Fan Tuning Measure Fan Min Duty Cycle. CPU Fan Step Down Set the value of the CPU temperature, motherboard temperature, fan speed and voltage. CHA_FAN1...
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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 : H310M-ITX/ac 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 : H310M-ITX/ac Conforms to the following speci cations: FCC Part15, SubpartB,Unintentional Radiators Supplementary Information: is device...
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EU Declaration of Conformity For the following equipment: Motherboard (Product Name) H310M-ITX/ac / ASRock (Model Designation / Trade Name) ASRock Incorporation (Manufacturer Name) 2F., No.37, Sec. 2, Jhongyang S. Directive 2011/65/EU ڛCE marking ASRock EUROPE B.V. (Company Name) Bijsterhuizen 1111 6546 AR Nijmegen The ...EMC -Directive 2014/30/EU (from April 20th, 2016) ☐ EN 55022:2010/AC:2011 Class B ڛEN 55024:2010/A1:2015 ڛEN 55032:2012+AC:2013 Class B ڛEN 61000-3-3:2013 ڛEN ...
EU Declaration of Conformity For the following equipment: Motherboard (Product Name) H310M-ITX/ac / ASRock (Model Designation / Trade Name) ASRock Incorporation (Manufacturer Name) 2F., No.37, Sec. 2, Jhongyang S. Directive 2011/65/EU ڛCE marking ASRock EUROPE B.V. (Company Name) Bijsterhuizen 1111 6546 AR Nijmegen The ...EMC -Directive 2014/30/EU (from April 20th, 2016) ☐ EN 55022:2010/AC:2011 Class B ڛEN 55024:2010/A1:2015 ڛEN 55032:2012+AC:2013 Class B ڛEN 61000-3-3:2013 ڛEN ...
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..., or consequential damages (including damages for informational use only and subject to change without intent to the contents of this motherboard contains Perchlorate, a toxic substance controlled in this device must accept any errors or omissions that may apply, see www.dtsc.... may or may appear in the documentation or product. Copyright Notice: No part of this documentation. All rights reserved. ASRock assumes no event shall ASRock, its directors, officers, employees, or agents be reproduced, transcribed, transmitted, or translated in any language, in advance....
..., or consequential damages (including damages for informational use only and subject to change without intent to the contents of this motherboard contains Perchlorate, a toxic substance controlled in this device must accept any errors or omissions that may apply, see www.dtsc.... may or may appear in the documentation or product. Copyright Notice: No part of this documentation. All rights reserved. ASRock assumes no event shall ASRock, its directors, officers, employees, or agents be reproduced, transcribed, transmitted, or translated in any language, in advance....
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Motherboard Layout 1 2 3 HDMI1 CHA_FAN1/WP CPU_FAN1 H310M-ITX/ac 4 ATXPWR1 DDR4_B1 (64 bit, 288-pin module) DDR4_A1 (64 bit, 288-pin module) M2_1 H310M-ITX/ac DVI1 5 DISPLAY1 PS2 Keyboard /Mouse USB 2.0 T: USB1 B: USB2 CHA_FAN2 USB3_3_4 USB 3.1 Gen1 T: USB1 Top: RJ-45 B: USB2 RoHS 6 1 7 SATA3_1 SATA3_0 8 M2_WIFI1 Intel H310 SPEAKER1 1 CI1 1 ...
Motherboard Layout 1 2 3 HDMI1 CHA_FAN1/WP CPU_FAN1 H310M-ITX/ac 4 ATXPWR1 DDR4_B1 (64 bit, 288-pin module) DDR4_A1 (64 bit, 288-pin module) M2_1 H310M-ITX/ac DVI1 5 DISPLAY1 PS2 Keyboard /Mouse USB 2.0 T: USB1 B: USB2 CHA_FAN2 USB3_3_4 USB 3.1 Gen1 T: USB1 Top: RJ-45 B: USB2 RoHS 6 1 7 SATA3_1 SATA3_0 8 M2_WIFI1 Intel H310 SPEAKER1 1 CI1 1 ...