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... and step-by-step installation guides. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com. 1.1 Package Contents • ASRock Z490 Phantom Gaming 4/ax Motherboard (ATX Form Factor) • ASRock Z490 Phantom Gaming 4/ax Quick Installation Guide • ASRock Z490 Phantom Gaming 4/ax Support CD • 2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) • 1 x ASRock WiFi 2.4/5 GHz Antenna (Optional) • 1 x Screw for purchasing ASRock Z490 Phantom Gaming 4/ax motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. You...
... and step-by-step installation guides. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com. 1.1 Package Contents • ASRock Z490 Phantom Gaming 4/ax Motherboard (ATX Form Factor) • ASRock Z490 Phantom Gaming 4/ax Quick Installation Guide • ASRock Z490 Phantom Gaming 4/ax Support CD • 2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) • 1 x ASRock WiFi 2.4/5 GHz Antenna (Optional) • 1 x Screw for purchasing ASRock Z490 Phantom Gaming 4/ax motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. You...
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... monitor is required) • Supports HDCP 2.3 with HDMI 1.4 Port • Supports 4K Ultra HD (UHD) playback with HDMI 1.4 Port • 7.1 CH HD Audio with max. Z490 Phantom Gaming 4/ax Graphics Audio LAN * Intel® UHD Graphics Built-in Visuals and the VGA outputs can be supported only with processors which are GPU integrated. •...
... monitor is required) • Supports HDCP 2.3 with HDMI 1.4 Port • Supports 4K Ultra HD (UHD) playback with HDMI 1.4 Port • 7.1 CH HD Audio with max. Z490 Phantom Gaming 4/ax Graphics Audio LAN * Intel® UHD Graphics Built-in Visuals and the VGA outputs can be supported only with processors which are GPU integrated. •...
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Wireless LAN • Intel® 802.11ax WiFi Module • Supports IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ax • Supports Dual-Band (2.4/5 GHz) • Supports WiFi6 802.11ax (2.4Gbps) • 2 antennas to support 2 (Transmit) x 2 (Receive) diversity technology • Supports Bluetooth 5.1 + High speed class ... M.2 SATA3 6.0 Gb/s module and M.2 PCI Express module up to Gen3 x4 (32 Gb/s)** ** Supports Intel® OptaneTM Technology ** Supports NVMe SSD as boot disks ** Supports ASRock U.2 Kit English 4
Wireless LAN • Intel® 802.11ax WiFi Module • Supports IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ax • Supports Dual-Band (2.4/5 GHz) • Supports WiFi6 802.11ax (2.4Gbps) • 2 antennas to support 2 (Transmit) x 2 (Receive) diversity technology • Supports Bluetooth 5.1 + High speed class ... M.2 SATA3 6.0 Gb/s module and M.2 PCI Express module up to Gen3 x4 (32 Gb/s)** ** Supports Intel® OptaneTM Technology ** Supports NVMe SSD as boot disks ** Supports ASRock U.2 Kit English 4
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Z490 Phantom Gaming 4/ax Connector • 1 x COM Port Header • 1 x SPI TPM Header • 1 x Power LED and Speaker Header • 2 x RGB LED Headers * Support in total up to 12V/... pin ATX Power Connector • 1 x 8 pin 12V Power Connector • 1 x 4 pin 12V Power Connector • 1 x Front Panel Audio Connector • 1 x Thunderbolt AIC Connector (5-pin) (Supports ASRock Thunderbolt 3 AIC R2.0 Card only) • 1 x USB 2.0 Header (Supports 2 USB 2.0 ports) (Supports ESD Protection) • 2 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Headers (Support 4 USB 3.2 Gen1 ports) (Supports ESD Protection...
Z490 Phantom Gaming 4/ax Connector • 1 x COM Port Header • 1 x SPI TPM Header • 1 x Power LED and Speaker Header • 2 x RGB LED Headers * Support in total up to 12V/... pin ATX Power Connector • 1 x 8 pin 12V Power Connector • 1 x 4 pin 12V Power Connector • 1 x Front Panel Audio Connector • 1 x Thunderbolt AIC Connector (5-pin) (Supports ASRock Thunderbolt 3 AIC R2.0 Card only) • 1 x USB 2.0 Header (Supports 2 USB 2.0 ports) (Supports ESD Protection) • 2 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Headers (Support 4 USB 3.2 Gen1 ports) (Supports ESD Protection...
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HDMI1 USB 2.0 T: USB_1 B: USB_2 PS2 Keyboard /Mouse 1.3 Motherboard Layout 1 2 ATX12V1 ATX12V2 Z490 Phantom Gaming 4/ax 34 56 CPU_FAN1 CPU_FAN2/WP 7 ADDR_LED2 8 1 1 RGB_LED2 BOOT CPU 9 DRAM VGA DDR4_A1 (64 bit, 288-pin module) DDR4_A2 (64 bit, ... B: USB31_TC_1 10 USB 3.2 Gen1 Top: T: USB3_1 B: USB3_2 RJ-45 CHA_FAN2/WP Top: LINE IN Center: FRONT Bottom: MIC IN PCIE1 32 Z490 PHANTOM GAMING 4/ax PCIE2 CHA_FAN1/WP USB3_3_4 11 1 12 13 SATA3_1 SATA3_0 M2_WIFI1 SUPER I/O WiFi-802.11ax M2_WIFI_CT1 Module 14 CMOS Battery Intel 15 SATA3_2 SATA3_3 PCIE3 AUDIO...
HDMI1 USB 2.0 T: USB_1 B: USB_2 PS2 Keyboard /Mouse 1.3 Motherboard Layout 1 2 ATX12V1 ATX12V2 Z490 Phantom Gaming 4/ax 34 56 CPU_FAN1 CPU_FAN2/WP 7 ADDR_LED2 8 1 1 RGB_LED2 BOOT CPU 9 DRAM VGA DDR4_A1 (64 bit, 288-pin module) DDR4_A2 (64 bit, ... B: USB31_TC_1 10 USB 3.2 Gen1 Top: T: USB3_1 B: USB3_2 RJ-45 CHA_FAN2/WP Top: LINE IN Center: FRONT Bottom: MIC IN PCIE1 32 Z490 PHANTOM GAMING 4/ax PCIE2 CHA_FAN1/WP USB3_3_4 11 1 12 13 SATA3_1 SATA3_0 M2_WIFI1 SUPER I/O WiFi-802.11ax M2_WIFI_CT1 Module 14 CMOS Battery Intel 15 SATA3_2 SATA3_3 PCIE3 AUDIO...
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1.4 I/O Panel 1 Z490 Phantom Gaming 4/ax 4 2 3 5 11 10 9 8 7 6 No. ACT/LINK LED SPEED LED LAN Port Activity / Link LED Status Description Off Blinking On No Link Data Activity Link Speed LED ...
1.4 I/O Panel 1 Z490 Phantom Gaming 4/ax 4 2 3 5 11 10 9 8 7 6 No. ACT/LINK LED SPEED LED LAN Port Activity / Link LED Status Description Off Blinking On No Link Data Activity Link Speed LED ...
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... + BT. BT 5.1 also includes Low Energy Technology and ensures extraordinary low power consumption for WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ax connectivity standards and Bluetooth v5.1. 1.5 WiFi-802.11ax Module and ASRock WiFi 2.4/5 GHz Antenna WiFi-802.11ax + BT Module This motherboard comes with an exclusive WiFi 802.11... a/b/g/n/ax + BT v5.1 module that adds a whole new class of functionality into the mobile devices. Bluetooth v5.1 standard ...
... + BT. BT 5.1 also includes Low Energy Technology and ensures extraordinary low power consumption for WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ax connectivity standards and Bluetooth v5.1. 1.5 WiFi-802.11ax Module and ASRock WiFi 2.4/5 GHz Antenna WiFi-802.11ax + BT Module This motherboard comes with an exclusive WiFi 802.11... a/b/g/n/ax + BT v5.1 module that adds a whole new class of functionality into the mobile devices. Bluetooth v5.1 standard ...
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Z490 Phantom Gaming 4/ax WiFi Antenna Installation Guide Step 1 Connect the WiFi 2.4/5 GHz Antenna to adjust the direction of the antenna for a stronger signal. 11 English Step 2 Set the WiFi 2.4/5 GHz Antenna at 90-degree angle. *You may need to the antenna connectors. Turn the antenna clockwise until it is securely connected.
Z490 Phantom Gaming 4/ax WiFi Antenna Installation Guide Step 1 Connect the WiFi 2.4/5 GHz Antenna to adjust the direction of the antenna for a stronger signal. 11 English Step 2 Set the WiFi 2.4/5 GHz Antenna at 90-degree angle. *You may need to the antenna connectors. Turn the antenna clockwise until it is securely connected.
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Do not force to insert the CPU into the socket, please check if the PnP cap is on the socket, if the CPU surface is found. Otherwise, the CPU will be seriously damaged. 2. Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU. 1 A B 2 13 English Z490 Phantom Gaming 4/ax 2.1 Installing the CPU 1. Before you insert the 1200-Pin CPU into the socket if above situation is unclean, or if there are any bent pins in the socket.
Do not force to insert the CPU into the socket, please check if the PnP cap is on the socket, if the CPU surface is found. Otherwise, the CPU will be seriously damaged. 2. Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU. 1 A B 2 13 English Z490 Phantom Gaming 4/ax 2.1 Installing the CPU 1. Before you insert the 1200-Pin CPU into the socket if above situation is unclean, or if there are any bent pins in the socket.
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Z490 Phantom Gaming 4/ax 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
Z490 Phantom Gaming 4/ax 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
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... brand, speed, size and chip-type) DDR4 DIMM pairs. 2. It will cause permanent damage to activate Dual Channel Memory Technology with only one correct orientation. Z490 Phantom Gaming 4/ax 2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) This motherboard provides four 288-pin DDR4 (Double Data Rate 4) DIMM slots, and supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. 1.
... brand, speed, size and chip-type) DDR4 DIMM pairs. 2. It will cause permanent damage to activate Dual Channel Memory Technology with only one correct orientation. Z490 Phantom Gaming 4/ax 2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) This motherboard provides four 288-pin DDR4 (Double Data Rate 4) DIMM slots, and supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. 1.
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... (PCIe 3.0 x1 slot) is used for PCI Express x1 lane width cards. PCIE4 (PCIe 3.0 x16 slot) is used for PCI Express x1 lane width cards. Z490 Phantom Gaming 4/ax 2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI Express Slots) There are 5 PCI Express slots on the motherboard. PCIe slots: PCIE1 (PCIe 3.0 x1 slot) is used for PCI Express x16...
... (PCIe 3.0 x1 slot) is used for PCI Express x1 lane width cards. PCIE4 (PCIe 3.0 x16 slot) is used for PCI Express x1 lane width cards. Z490 Phantom Gaming 4/ax 2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI Express Slots) There are 5 PCI Express slots on the motherboard. PCIe slots: PCIE1 (PCIe 3.0 x1 slot) is used for PCI Express x16...
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... the pin assignments are NOT jumpers. A front panel module mainly consists of power button, reset button, power LED, hard drive activity LED, speaker and etc. Z490 Phantom Gaming 4/ax 2.6 Onboard Headers and Connectors Onboard headers and connectors are matched correctly. Note the positive and negative pins before connecting the cables. Press the reset button...
... the pin assignments are NOT jumpers. A front panel module mainly consists of power button, reset button, power LED, hard drive activity LED, speaker and etc. Z490 Phantom Gaming 4/ax 2.6 Onboard Headers and Connectors Onboard headers and connectors are matched correctly. Note the positive and negative pins before connecting the cables. Press the reset button...
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... follow the instructions in the Realtek Control panel and adjust "Recording Volume". Connect Mic_IN (MIC) to the front panel audio header by the steps below: A. C. Z490 Phantom Gaming 4/ax USB 3.2 Gen1 Headers (19-pin USB3_3_4) (see p.7, No. 11) (19-pin USB3_5_6) (see p.7, No. 28) GND PRESENCE# MIC_RET OUT_RET 1 OUT2_L J_SENSE OUT2_R MIC2_R MIC2_L This...
... follow the instructions in the Realtek Control panel and adjust "Recording Volume". Connect Mic_IN (MIC) to the front panel audio header by the steps below: A. C. Z490 Phantom Gaming 4/ax USB 3.2 Gen1 Headers (19-pin USB3_3_4) (see p.7, No. 11) (19-pin USB3_5_6) (see p.7, No. 28) GND PRESENCE# MIC_RET OUT_RET 1 OUT2_L J_SENSE OUT2_R MIC2_R MIC2_L This...
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... system also helps enhance network security, protects digital identities, and ensures platform integrity. 1 Please connect a Thunderbolt™ add-in card (AIC) to PCIE4 (default slot). Z490 Phantom Gaming 4/ax ATX 12V Power Connector (8-pin ATX12V1) (see p.7, No. 1) ATX 12V Power Connector (4-pin ATX12V2) (see p.7, No. 2) Serial Port Header (9-pin COM1) (see p.7, No. 27) SPI...
... system also helps enhance network security, protects digital identities, and ensures platform integrity. 1 Please connect a Thunderbolt™ add-in card (AIC) to PCIE4 (default slot). Z490 Phantom Gaming 4/ax ATX 12V Power Connector (8-pin ATX12V1) (see p.7, No. 1) ATX 12V Power Connector (4-pin ATX12V2) (see p.7, No. 2) Serial Port Header (9-pin COM1) (see p.7, No. 27) SPI...
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The lights go off if the four mentioned above are functioning normally. 27 English Z490 Phantom Gaming 4/ax 2.7 Post Status Checker Post Status Checker (PSC) diagnoses the computer when users power on the machine. It emits a red light to indicate whether the CPU, memory, VGA or storage is dysfunctional.
The lights go off if the four mentioned above are functioning normally. 27 English Z490 Phantom Gaming 4/ax 2.7 Post Status Checker Post Status Checker (PSC) diagnoses the computer when users power on the machine. It emits a red light to indicate whether the CPU, memory, VGA or storage is dysfunctional.
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Z490 Phantom Gaming 4/ax Step 3 Connect a VGA cable or a DVI cable to the monitor connector or the DVI connector of the graphics card that is inserted to PCIE2 slot. 29 English
Z490 Phantom Gaming 4/ax Step 3 Connect a VGA cable or a DVI cable to the monitor connector or the DVI connector of the graphics card that is inserted to PCIE2 slot. 29 English
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The M.2 Socket (Key E) supports type 2230 WiFi/BT module. * The M.2 socket does not support SATA M.2 SSDs. PCB Length: 3cm Module Type: Type2230 Step 2 Find the nut location to replace mPCIe and mSATA. A English 31 Installing the WiFi/BT module Step 1 Prepare a type 2230 WiFi/BT module and the screw. Z490 Phantom Gaming 4/ax 2.9 M.2 WiFi/BT Module Installation Guide The M.2, also known as the Next Generation Form Factor (NGFF), is a small size and versatile card edge connector that aims to be used.
The M.2 Socket (Key E) supports type 2230 WiFi/BT module. * The M.2 socket does not support SATA M.2 SSDs. PCB Length: 3cm Module Type: Type2230 Step 2 Find the nut location to replace mPCIe and mSATA. A English 31 Installing the WiFi/BT module Step 1 Prepare a type 2230 WiFi/BT module and the screw. Z490 Phantom Gaming 4/ax 2.9 M.2 WiFi/BT Module Installation Guide The M.2, also known as the Next Generation Form Factor (NGFF), is a small size and versatile card edge connector that aims to be used.
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... the screw. 3 2 1 Step 2 Depending on the PCB type and length of your M.2_SSD (NGFF) module, find the corresponding nut location to replace mPCIe and mSATA. Z490 Phantom Gaming 4/ax 2.10 M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Installation Guide (M2_2) The M.2, also known as the Next Generation Form Factor (NGFF), is occupied by a PCIe-type M.2 device, SATA3_0 will...
... the screw. 3 2 1 Step 2 Depending on the PCB type and length of your M.2_SSD (NGFF) module, find the corresponding nut location to replace mPCIe and mSATA. Z490 Phantom Gaming 4/ax 2.10 M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Installation Guide (M2_2) The M.2, also known as the Next Generation Form Factor (NGFF), is occupied by a PCIe-type M.2 device, SATA3_0 will...
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Z490 Phantom Gaming 4/ax M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Support List (M2_2) Vendor ADATA ADATA ADATA ADATA ADATA ADATA ADATA ADATA ADATA ADATA Apacer Corsair Crucial Crucial Intel Intel Intel Kingston ...
Z490 Phantom Gaming 4/ax M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Support List (M2_2) Vendor ADATA ADATA ADATA ADATA ADATA ADATA ADATA ADATA ADATA ADATA Apacer Corsair Crucial Crucial Intel Intel Intel Kingston ...