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Page 3: ...stalling Memory Modules DIMM 15 2 4 Connecting the Front Panel Header 17 2 5 Installing the Motherboard 18 2 6 Installing SATA Drives 19 2 7 Installing a Graphics Card 21 2 8 Connecting Peripheral Devices 23 2 9 Connecting the Power Connectors 24 2 10 Power On 25 2 11 Jumpers Setup 26 2 12 Onboard Headers and Connectors 27 2 13 Post Status Checker 44 2 14 M 2 WiFi BT PCIe WiFi Module and Intel CNV...

Page 4: ...2 15 M 2 SSD Module Installation Guide M2_1 47 2 16 M 2 SSD Module Installation Guide M2_2 51 2 17 M 2 SSD Module Installation Guide M2_3 and M2_4 53 2 18 Change Screen Brightness for eDP in Windows 55 ...

Page 5: ...a Cables Optional 5 x Screws for M 2 Sockets Optional 1 x Standoff for M 2 Socket Optional Because the motherboard specifications and the BIOS software might be updated the content of this documentation will be subject to change without notice In case any modi fications of this documentation occur the updated version will be available on ASRock s website without further notice If you require techn...

Page 6: ...Supports DDR5 non ECC un buffered memory up to 6800 OC Max capacity of system memory 128GB Supports Intel Extreme Memory Profile XMP 3 0 Please refer to Memory Support List on ASRock s website for more information http www asrock com Expansion Slot CPU 1 x PCIe 5 0 x16 Slot PCIE1 supports x16 mode Chipset 1 x PCIe 4 0 x16 Slot PCIE4 supports x4 mode 3 x PCIe 3 0 x1 Slots PCIE2 PCIE3 and PCIE5 1 x ...

Page 7: ...s Dragon RTL8125BG Supports Phantom Gaming LAN Software Smart Auto Adjust Bandwidth Control Visual User Friendly UI Visual Network Usage Statistics Optimized Default Setting for Game Browser and Streaming Modes User Customized Priority Control USB 1 x USB 3 2 Gen2x2 Type C Rear 1 x USB 3 2 Gen2 Type A Rear 1 x USB 3 2 Gen1 Type C Front 9 x USB 3 2 Gen1 Type A 5 Rear 4 Front 3 x USB 2 0 1 Rear 2 Fr...

Page 8: ... 64 Gb s mode 4 x SATA3 6 0 Gb s Connectors Supports Intel Volume Management Device VMD Supports NVMe SSD as boot disks RAID Supports RAID 0 RAID 1 RAID 5 and RAID 10 for SATA storage devices Supports RAID 0 RAID 1 and RAID 5 for M 2 NVMe stor age devices Connector 1 x eDP Signal Connector 1 x SPI TPM Header 1 x Power LED and Speaker Header 1 x RGB LED Header 3 x Addressable LED Headers 1 x CPU Fa...

Page 9: ...N1 5 WP can auto detect if 3 pin or 4 pin fan is in use BIOS Feature AMI UEFI Legal BIOS with GUI support OS Microsoft Windows 10 64 bit 11 64 bit Certifica tions FCC CE ErP EuP ready ErP EuP ready power supply is required Please realize that there is a certain risk involved with overclocking including adjusting the setting in the BIOS applying Untied Overclocking Technology or using third party o...

Page 10: ..._5 USB 3 2 Gen1 B USB32_6 Top LINE IN Center FRONT Bottom MIC IN M2_WIFI1 USB32_TC2 1 1 DDR5_A2 64 bit 288 pin module DDR5_A1 64 bit 288 pin module DDR5_B2 64 bit 288 pin module DDR5_B1 64 bit 288 pin module USB32_10_11 1 SATA3_0 SATA3_1 SATA3_2 SATA3_3 CHA_FAN5 WP 1 ADDR_LED1 M2_2 M2_4 M2_3 LAN 25 ATX12V1 ATX12V2 ATXPWR1 1 ADDR_LED2 BIOS ROM 22 CMOS Battery PCIE3 28 9 USB 3 2 Gen2 T USB32_5 USB 3...

Page 11: ...7 Z790 PG Lightning Back Side View 30 EDP1 ...

Page 12: ...ressable LED Header ADDR_LED3 14 Front Panel Type C USB 3 2 Gen1 Header USB32_TC2 15 USB 3 2 Gen1 Header USB32_8_9 16 SATA3 Connectors SATA3_2 Upper SATA3_3 Lower 17 SATA3 Connectors SATA3_0 Upper SATA3_1 Lower 18 RGB LED Header RGB_LED1 19 System Panel Header PANEL1 20 Power LED and Speaker Header SPK_PLED1 21 SPI TPM Header SPI_TPM_J1 22 Clear CMOS Jumper CLRMOS1 23 USB 2 0 Header USB_1_2 24 Cha...

Page 13: ...o Description 1 PS 2 Mouse Keyboard Port 7 USB 3 2 Gen1 Port USB32_6 2 2 5G LAN RJ 45 Port 8 USB 3 2 Gen2 Type A Port USB32_5 3 Line In Light Blue 9 USB 3 2 Gen2x2 Type C Port USB32_TC1 4 Front Speaker Lime 10 USB 3 2 Gen1 Ports USB32_34 5 Microphone Pink 11 HDMI Port 6 USB 2 0 Port USB2_5 12 USB 3 2 Gen1 Ports USB32_12 Function of the Audio Ports in 7 1 channel Configuration Port Function Light B...

Page 14: ... Lake Processor Socket 1700 20Gb s Rear USB 3 2 Gen2x2 Type C SATA 4 port SATA 6Gb 5Gb s Rear USB 3 2 Gen1 5 port Channel B Channel A DDR5 Slot x2 DDR5 Slot x2 SIO NCT6796D ALC897 3 jack Audio DMI Gen4 x8 M 2_2 PCIe Gen4 x4 M 2_3 PCIe Gen4 x4 SATA 10Gb s Gen4 x4 Rear USB 3 2 Gen2 Type A M 2_1 PCIe Gen4 x4 Gen5 x16 5Gb s ASM1074 Front USB 2 0 2 port 480Mb s AZ HD Audio eSPI RTL8125 2 5G LAN PS2 KB ...

Page 15: ...cause physical injuries and damages to motherboard components In order to avoid damage from static electricity to the motherboard s components NEVER place your motherboard directly on a carpet Also remember to use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safety grounded object before you handle the components Hold components by the edges and do not touch the ICs Whenever you uninstall any components plac...

Page 16: ...eck if the PnP cap is on the socket if the CPU surface is unclean or if there are any bent pins in the socket Do not force to insert the CPU into the socket if above situation is found Otherwise the CPU will be seriously damaged 2 Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU 1 A B 2 3 ...

Page 17: ...13 Z790 PG Lightning 5 7 6 4 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 ...

Page 18: ...14 2 2 Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink 1 2 C P U _ F A N ...

Page 19: ...ion you always need to install identical the same brand speed size and chip type DDR5 DIMM pairs 2 It is unable to activate Dual Channel Memory Technology with only one or three memory module installed 3 It is not allowed to install a DDR DDR2 DDR3 or DDR4 memory module into a DDR5 slot otherwise this motherboard and DIMM may be damaged 4 The DIMM only fits in one correct orientation It will cause...

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Page 21: ...Connecting the Front Panel Header A B C D 1 2 32 5 6 5 6 7 6 3 2 5 3 2 5 3 1 Power SW RESET SW HDD LED HDD LED 1 2 9 10 RESET SW Power SW Power LED Power LED A B C D PANEL1 HDD LED RESET SW System Panel Header Front Panel Wires ...

Page 22: ...18 2 5 Installing the Motherboard ...

Page 23: ...19 Z790 PG Lightning 2 6 Installing SATA Drives 1 2 Optical Drive SATA Drive SATA Data Cable ...

Page 24: ...20 3 4 SATA Power Connector SATA Data Connector ...

Page 25: ...21 Z790 PG Lightning 2 7 Installing a Graphics Card 1 CLICK ...

Page 26: ...t is used for PCIe x1 lane width cards PCIe Slot Configurations Before installing an expansion card please make sure that the power supply is switched off or the power cord is unplugged Please read the documentation of the expansion card and make necessary hardware settings for the card before you start the installation For a better thermal environment please connect a chassis fan to the motherboa...

Page 27: ...23 Z790 PG Lightning 2 8 Connecting Peripheral Devices ...

Page 28: ...24 2 9 Connecting the Power Connectors 7 3 5 7 9 ...

Page 29: ...25 Z790 PG Lightning 2 10 Power On 2 3 4 1 ...

Page 30: ...ion such as system password date time and system setup parameters To clear and reset the system parameters to default setup please turn off the computer and unplug the power cord then use a jumper cap to short the pins on CLRMOS1 for 3 seconds Please remember to remove the jumper cap after clearing the CMOS If you need to clear the CMOS when you just finish updating the BIOS you must boot up the s...

Page 31: ...tton RESET Reset Button Connect to the reset button on the chassis front panel Press the reset button to restart the computer if the computer freezes and fails to perform a normal restart PLED System Power LED Connect to the power status indicator on the chassis front panel The LED is on when the system is operating The LED keeps blinking when the system is in S1 S3 sleep state The LED is off when...

Page 32: ...28 Power LED and Speaker Header 7 pin SPK_PLED1 see p 6 No 20 Please connect the chassis power LED and the chassis speaker to this header 1 5V DUMMY PLED PLED PLED DUMMY SPEAKER SPK_PLED1 ...

Page 33: ...A3_0 see p 6 No 17 Upper SATA3_1 see p 6 No 17 Lower SATA3_2 see p 6 No 16 Upper SATA3_3 see p 6 No 16 Lower These four SATA3 connectors support SATA data cables for internal storage devices with up to 6 0 Gb s data transfer rate SATA3_2 SATA3_0 SATA3_3 SATA3_1 ...

Page 34: ...30 USB 2 0 Header 9 pin USB_1_2 see p 6 No 23 There is one header on this motherboard This USB 2 0 header can support two ports DUMMY GND GND P P USB_PWR P P USB_PWR 1 USB_1_2 ...

Page 35: ...orts 1 IntA_PB_D Dummy IntA_PB_D GND IntA_PB_SSTX GND IntA_PB_SSTX IntA_PB_SSRX IntA_PB_SSRX Vbus Vbus Vbus IntA_PA_SSRX IntA_PA_SSRX GND IntA_PA_SSTX IntA_PA_SSTX GND IntA_PA_D IntA_PA_D USB32_10_11 USB32_8_9 1 IntA_PB_D Dummy IntA_PB_D GND IntA_PB_SSTX GND IntA_PB_SSTX IntA_PB_SSRX IntA_PB_SSRX Vbus V Vbus V IntA_PA_SSRX IntA_PA_SSRX GND IntA_PA_SSTX IntA_PA_SSTX GND IntA_PA_D IntA_PA_D ...

Page 36: ...Gen1 Header 20 pin USB32_TC2 see p 6 No 14 There is one Front Panel Type C USB 3 2 Gen1 Header on this motherboard This header is used for connecting a USB 3 2 Gen1 module for additional USB 3 2 Gen1 ports USB32_TC2 USB Type C Cable ...

Page 37: ...devices to the front audio panel HD_AUDIO1 High Definition Audio supports Jack Sensing but the panel wire on the chassis must sup port HDA to function correctly Please follow the instructions in our manual and chassis manual to install your system J_SENSE OUT2_L 1 MIC_RET PRESENCE GND OUT2_R MIC2_R MIC2_L OUT_RET ...

Page 38: ...chassis fan connectors If you plan to connect a 3 Pin chassis water cooler fan please connect it to Pin 1 3 CHA_FAN5 WP CHA_FAN2 WP GND CHA_FAN_SPEED FAN_SPEED_CONTROL FAN_VOLTAGE 1 2 3 4 CHA_FAN4 WP GND CHA_FAN_SPEED FAN_SPEED_CONTROL FAN_VOLTAGE 1 2 3 4 CHA_FAN3 WP CHA_FAN1 WP GND FAN_VOLTAGE CHA_FAN_SPEED FAN_SPEED_CONTROL 4 3 2 1 GND FAN_VOLTAGE CHA_FAN_SPEED FAN_SPEED_CONTROL 4 3 2 1 GND FAN_...

Page 39: ...fan please connect it to Pin 1 3 CPU Water Pump Fan Connector 4 pin CPU_FAN2 WP see p 6 No 6 This motherboard provides a 4 Pin water cooling CPU fan connector If you plan to connect a 3 Pin CPU water cooler fan please connect it to Pin 1 3 CPU_FAN1 12V GND CPU_FAN_SPEED FAN_SPEED_CONTROL 1 2 3 4 CPU_FAN2 WP CPU_F FAN_VOLTAGE GND AN_SPEED FAN_SPEED_CONTROL 4 3 2 1 ...

Page 40: ...36 ATX Power Connector 24 pin ATXPWR1 see p 6 No 10 This motherboard provides a 24 pin ATX power connector To use a 20 pin ATX power supply please plug it along Pin 1 and Pin 13 ATXPWR1 12 1 24 13 ...

Page 41: ...pin ATX 12V power connectors To use a 4 pin ATX power supply please plug it along Pin 1 and Pin 5 Connecting an ATX 12V 8 pin cable to ATX12V2 is optional Warning Please make sure that the power cable connected is for the CPU and not the graphics card Do not plug the PCIe power cable to this connector ATX12V2 ATX12V1 4 1 8 5 4 1 8 5 ...

Page 42: ...ule TPM system which can securely store keys digital certificates passwords and data A TPM system also helps enhance network security protects digital identities and ensures platform integrity 1 SPI_DQ3 SPI_PWR SPI_DQ2 SPI_CS0 Dummy CLK SPI_MISO SPI_MOSI GND SPI_TPM_CS RST RSMRST TPM_PIRQ SPI_TPM_J1 ...

Page 43: ...ing Thunderbolt AIC Connector 5 pin TB1 see p 6 No 28 Please connect a Thunderbolt add in card AIC to the Thunderbolt AIC connector via the GPIO cable Please install the Thunderbolt AIC card to PCIE4 default slot 1 TB1 ...

Page 44: ...erwise the cable may be damaged 2 Before installing or removing your RGB LED cable please power off your system and unplug the power cord from the power supply Failure to do so may cause dam ages to motherboard components 1 Please note that the RGB LED strips do not come with the package 2 The RGB LED header supports standard 5050 RGB LED strip 12V G R B with a maximum power rating of 3A 12V and l...

Page 45: ...dressable LED extension cables which allow users to choose from various LED lighting effects Caution Never install the Addressable LED cable in the wrong orientation otherwise the cable may be damaged 1 Connect your Addressable RGB LED strips to the Addressable LED Headers ADDR_ LED1 ADDR_LED2 ADDR_LED3 on the motherboard VOUT DO_ADDR GND 1 ADDR_LED1 ADDR_LED3 ADDR_LED2 ...

Page 46: ...le please power off your system and unplug the power cord from the power supply Failure to do so may cause damages to motherboard components 1 Please note that the RGB LED strips do not come with the package 2 The RGB LED header supports WS2812B addressable RGB LED strip 5V Data GND with a maximum power rating of 3A 5V and length within 2 meters ...

Page 47: ...ow to adjust the brightness PIN SIGNAL 1 N A 2 LCD_BLT_VCC 3 LCD_BLT_VCC 4 LCD_BLT_VCC 5 LCD_BLT_VCC 6 N A 7 N A 8 eDP_VARY_BL 9 eDP_BLON 10 BKT_GND 11 BKT_GND 12 BKT_GND 13 BKT_GND 14 eDP_HPD_CON 15 PNL_GND 16 PNL_GND 17 PNL_GND 18 PNL_GND 19 N A 20 LVDD 21 LVDD 22 LVDD 23 LVDD 24 GND 25 eDP_AUX _CON 26 eDP_AUX_CON 27 GND 28 eDP_TX0_CON 29 eDP_TX 0_CON 30 GND 31 eDP_TX1_CON 32 eDP_TX 1_CON 33 GND...

Page 48: ...hecker 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 function ing normally DRAM CPU VGA BOOT ...

Page 49: ...30 WiFi BT PCIe WiFi module and Intel CNVi Integrated WiFi BT The M 2 socket does not support SATA M 2 SSDs Installing the WiFi BT module or Intel CNVi Integrated WiFi BT Step 1 Prepare a type 2230 WiFi BT PCIe WiFi module or Intel CNVi Integrated WiFi BT and the screw PCB Length 3cm Module Type Type2230 A Step 2 Find the nut location to be used Before you install Intel Integrated Connectivity CNV...

Page 50: ...le or Intel CNVi Integrated WiFi BT into the M 2 slot Please be aware that the module only fits in one orientation A Step 4 Tighten the screw with a screwdriver to secure the module into place Please do not overtighten the screw as this might damage the module ...

Page 51: ...SATA The Hyper M 2 Socket M2_1 Key M supports type 2260 2280 PCIe Gen4x4 64 Gb s mode Installing the M 2 SSD Module Step 1 Prepare a M 2 SSD module and the screw Step 2 Depending on the PCB type and length of your M 2 SSD module find the corresponding nut location to be used No 1 2 Nut Location A B PCB Length 6cm 8cm Module Type Type2260 Type 2280 1 2 A B ...

Page 52: ...you install a M 2 SSD module B A Step 4 Peel off the yellow protective film on the nut A Prepare the M 2 standoff that comes with the package and hand tighten it into the nut A Skip Step 4 if your M 2 SSD module is Type 2280 A B A B 20o Step 5 Align and gently insert the M 2 SSD module into the M 2 slot Please be aware that the M 2 SSD module only fits in one orientation 1 1 2 ...

Page 53: ...280 Step 7 Before securing the M 2 heatsink make sure to align the notch on the SSD to the standoff on the motherboard if you use a Type 2280 SSD module otherwise the SSD module may be damaged The illustrations here are for reference only Correct Installation The SSD s PCB is in proper place and the M 2 heatsink can be screwed in Incorrect Installation The SSD s PCB sits between M 2 heatsink and s...

Page 54: ...place in the order shown Tighten screw opposite the M 2 connector first 2 and then tighten the one next to the M 2 connector 3 Please do not overtighten the screw as this might damage the module and M 2 heatsink For the latest updates of M 2 SSD module support list please visit our website for details http www asrock com 3 2 1 ...

Page 55: ... M 2 Socket M2_2 Key M supports type 2242 2260 2280 PCIe Gen4x4 64 Gb s mode Installing the M 2 SSD Module Step 1 Prepare a M 2 SSD module and the screw 2 1 3 A B C Step 2 Depending on the PCB type and length of your M 2 SSD module find the corresponding nut location to be used No 1 2 3 Nut Location A B C PCB Length 4 2cm 6cm 8cm Module Type Type2242 Type2260 Type 2280 ...

Page 56: ...ut to be used Hand tighten the standoff into the desired nut location on the motherboard A B C A B C 20o Step 5 Align and gently insert the M 2 SSD module into the M 2 slot Please be aware that the M 2 SSD module only fits in one orientation NUT1 NUT2 C Step 6 Tighten the screw with a screwdriver to secure the module into place Please do not overtighten the screw as this might damage the module Fo...

Page 57: ... type 2260 2280 SATA3 6 0 Gb s PCIe Gen4x4 64 Gb s modes The Hyper M 2 Socket M2_4 Key M supports type 2260 2280 PCIe Gen4x4 64 Gb s mode Installing the M 2 SSD Module Step 1 Prepare a M 2 SSD module and the screw 1 2 A B Step 2 Depending on the PCB type and length of your M 2 SSD module find the corresponding nut location to be used No 1 2 Nut Location A B PCB Length 6cm 8cm Module Type Type 2260...

Page 58: ...ut to be used Hand tighten the standoff into the desired nut location on the motherboard A B A B 20o Step 5 Align and gently insert the M 2 SSD module into the M 2 slot Please be aware that the M 2 SSD module only fits in one orientation NUT1 NUT2 B Step 6 Tighten the screw with a screwdriver to secure the module into place Please do not overtighten the screw as this might damage the module For th...

Page 59: ... brightness in Windows when you use an eDP panel Setup Guide Step 1 Right click on desktop Select Display settings Step 2 In System Display select Brightness Move the slider to fine tune the brightness level The following is a setup example for Windows 11 Setup procedures may vary from different operating systems ...

Page 60: ... Step 3 You might also see another check box displayed Help improve battery by optimizing the content shown and brightness Select the check box to turn on the content adaptive brightness control if needed ...

Page 61: ...ocumentation With respect to the contents of this documentation ASRock does not provide warranty of any kind either expressed or implied including but not limited to the implied warranties or conditions of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose In no event shall ASRock its directors officers employees or agents be liable for any indirect special incidental or consequential damages inc...

Page 62: ...ts trademarks or other intellectual property rights Transfer of the license termi nates Licensee s right to use the Software DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTY The Software is provided AS IS without warranty of any kind EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PUR POSE LIMITATION OF LIABILITY NEITHER INTEL NOR ITS LICENSORS OR SUPPLIERS...

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Page 64: ...dard International call charges apply ASRock INC hereby declares that this device is in compliance with the essential require ments and other relevant provisions of related UKCA Directives Full text of UKCA decla ration of conformity is available at http www asrock com ASRock INC hereby declares that this device is in compliance with the essential require ments and other relevant provisions of rel...

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