Description
Supports 12th Gen Intel Core Processors (LGA1700)
8 Phase Dr.MOS Power Design
Supports DDR4 5000MHz (OC)
1 PCIe 5.0 x16
Graphics Output Options: HDMI, DisplayPort
Realtek ALC897 7.1 CH HD Audio Codec, Nahimic Audio
4 SATA3
1 Hyper M.2 (PCIe Gen4 x4)
1 Hyper M.2 (PCIe Gen4 x4 & SATA3)
2 USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C (1 Front, 1 Rear)
4 USB Rear 3.2 Gen2
2 USB Front 3.2 Gen1
Dragon 2.5G LAN, Intel Gigabit LAN
802.11ax (WiFi 6E) + Bluetooth
Dr. MOS
Dr.MOS is the integrated power stage solution which is optimized for synchronous buck-set down voltage applications! Compared to traditional discrete MOSFETs, it intelligently delivers higher current for each phase, thus providing improved thermal result and superior performance.
8 Layer PCB
The 8 Layer PCB provides stable signal traces and power shapes delivering lower temperature and higher energy efficiency for memory overclocking! Thus, it’s able to support the latest memory modules with most extreme memory performance!
PCIe 5.0 + Surface-Mount Tech
Compares to conventional DIP style PCIe slot, the SMT type PCIe slot improves signal flow and maximize stability under high speed, a key breakthrough to fully support the lighting speed of the latest PCIe 5.0 standard.
The latest PCI Express 5.0 is capable to perform a breathtaking bandwidth of 128GBps, ready to unleash the full potential of future high end graphic cards.
Nahimic Audio
Whether you are using headphones, a headset, external or internal speakers, via USB, Wi-Fi, analog output or even HDMI, Nahimic Audio offers you the most engaging listening experience, vibrant and rich with details.
POLYCHROME RGB
This motherboard features onboard RGB headers and an addressable RGB header that allow motherboard to be connected to compatible LED devices such as strip, CPU fans, coolers, chassis and so on. Users may also synchronize RGB LED devices across the Polychrome RGB Sync-certified accessories to create their own unique lighting effects
High Speed M.2 Solution
This motherboard is capable of accomadating multiple M.2 storage devices, one of which can support PCI Express 4.0 M.2 SSD, it is capable of performing twice the speed compared to previous 3rd generation, giving a lightning fast data transferring experience.
Dragon 2.5 Gb/s LAN
The intelligent 2.5Gb/s LAN platform is built for maximum networking performance for the demanding requirements of home networking, content creators, online gamers and high-quality streaming media. Boost networking performance up to 2.5X the bandwidth compared to the standard gigabit Ethernet, you’ll enjoy the faster and uncompromised connectivity experience for gaming, file transfers and backups.
Wi-Fi 6E 802.11ax
WiFi 6E technology has extended to the whole new 6GHz spectrum band, providing more WiFi capability and giving an even better and faster internet traffic. In addition to deliver higher speeds, the WiFi 6E also enhances the lower latency and supports service levels that are equivalent to 5G networks.
USB 3.2 Gen2x2 20Gbps (Front + Rear)
The latest USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C delivers up to 20 Gbps data transfer rate which is 2x as fast as previous generation, providing a blazing fast data transfer interface with reversible USB Type-C design that fits the connector either way.
BIOS Flashback
Get the most convenient BIOS flashing with just a simple click. Users can easily achieve the latest BIOS support with a USB and power supply, No CPU, RAM or other components required.
Specification
Unique Feature
ASRock USB 3.2 Gen2
– ASRock Front Panel Type-C USB 3.2 Gen2 Header (10 Gb/s)
– ASRock USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C Port (20 Gb/s)
– ASRock USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A Port (10 Gb/s)
ASRock Super Alloy
– Premium Power Choke
– 50A Dr.MOS
– Nichicon 12K Black Caps (100% Japan made high quality conductive polymer capacitors)
– Sapphire Black PCB
– High Density Glass Fabric PCB
– 8 Layer PCB
2.5G LAN
802.11ax Wi-Fi 6E
ASRock Auto Driver Installer
ASRock Steel Slot
ASRock Full Coverage M.2 Heatsink
ASRock Hyper M.2 (PCIe Gen4x4)
ASRock Full Spike Protection (for all USB, Audio, LAN Ports)
ASRock Live Update & APP Shop
CPU
Supports 12th Gen Intel Core Processors (LGA1700)
Digi Power design
8 Power Phase design
Supports Intel Hybrid Technology
Supports Intel Turbo Boost Max 3.0 Technology
Chipset
Intel Z690
Memory
Dual Channel DDR4 Memory Technology
2 x DDR4 DIMM Slots
Supports DDR4 non-ECC, un-buffered memory up to 5000+(OC)
Supports ECC UDIMM memory modules (operate in non-ECC mode)
Max. capacity of system memory: 64GB
Supports Intel Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) 2.0
BIOS
256Mb AMI UEFI Legal BIOS with multilingual GUI support
ACPI 6.0 Compliant wake up events
SMBIOS 2.7 Support
CPU Core/Cache, CPU GT, DRAM, VCCIN AUX, +1.05V PROC, +1.8V PROC, +0.82V PCH, +1.05V PCH Voltage Multi-adjustment
Graphics
Intel Xe Graphics Architecture (Gen 12)
Dual graphics output: support HDMI and DisplayPort 1.4 ports by independent display controllers
Supports HDMI 2.1 TMDS Compatible with max. resolution up to 4K x 2K (4096×2160) @ 60Hz
Supports DisplayPort 1.4 with DSC (compressed) max. resolution up to 8K (7680×4320) @ 60Hz / 5K (5120×3200) @ 120Hz
Supports HDCP 2.3 with HDMI 2.1 TMDS Compatible and DisplayPort 1.4 Ports
Audio
7.1 CH HD Audio (Realtek ALC897 Audio Codec)
Supports Surge Protection
Nahimic Audio
LAN
1 x 2.5 Gigabit LAN 10/100/1000/2500 Mb/s (Dragon RTL8125BG)
Supports Dragon 2.5G 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
Supports Wake-On-LAN
Supports Lightning/ESD Protection
Supports Energy Efficient Ethernet 802.3az
Supports PXE 1 x Gigabit LAN 10/100/1000 Mb/s (Intel I219V)
Supports Wake-On-LAN
Supports Lightning/ESD Protection
Supports Energy Efficient Ethernet 802.3az
Supports UEFI PXE
Wireless LAN
802.11ax Wi-Fi 6E Module
Supports IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ax
Supports Dual-Band 2×2 160MHz with extended 6GHz band support
2 antennas to support 2 (Transmit) x 2 (Receive) diversity technology
Supports Bluetooth + High speed class II
Supports MU-MIMO
Slots
1 x PCIe Gen5x16 Slot
1 x Vertical M.2 Socket (Key E), supports type 2230 WiFi/BT PCIe WiFi module and Intel CNVi (Integrated WiFi/BT)
Storage
4 x SATA3 6.0 Gb/s Connectors
1 x Hyper M.2 Socket (M2_1, Key M), supports type 2280 PCIe Gen4x4 (64 Gb/s) mode
1 x Hyper M.2 Socket (M2_2, Key M), supports type 2280 SATA3 6.0 Gb/s & PCIe Gen4x4 (64 Gb/s) modes
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 storage devices
Connector
1 x RGB LED Header
1 x Addressable LED Header
1 x CPU Fan Connector (4-pin)
1 x Chassis Fan Connector (4-pin)
1 x Chassis/Water Pump Fan Connector (4-pin) (Smart Fan Speed Control)
1 x 24 pin ATX Power Connector
1 x 8 pin 12V Power Connector (Hi-Density 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 3.2 Gen1 Header (Supports 2 USB 3.2 Gen1 ports) (Supports ESD Protection)
1 x Front Panel Type C USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Header (Supports ESD Protection)
Actual speed depends on USB devices and extension Cable in the chassis.
Rear Panel I/O
2 x Antenna Ports
1 x HDMI Port
1 x DisplayPort 1.4
4 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Ports (10 Gb/s) (Supports ESD Protection)
1 x USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C Port (20 Gb/s) (Supports ESD Protection)
2 x USB 2.0 Ports (Supports ESD Protection)
2 x RJ-45 LAN Ports with LED (ACT/LINK LED and SPEED LED)
1 x BIOS Flashback Button
HD Audio Jacks: Line in / Front Speaker / Microphone
Software and UEFI
Software
– ASRock Motherboard Utility (A-Tuning)
– ASRock Dragon 2.5G LAN Software
– ASRock Polychrome SYNC
UEFI
– ASRock EZ Mode
– ASRock Full HD UEFI
– ASRock Auto Driver Installer
– ASRock My Favorites in UEFI
– ASRock Instant Flash
– ASRock Internet Flash
– ASRock Easy RAID Installer
Support CD
Drivers, Utilities, AntiVirus Software (Trial Version)
Accessories
Quick Installation Guide, Support CD, I/O Shield
2 x SATA Data Cables
2 x ASRock WiFi 2.4/5/6 GHz Antennas
2 x Screws for M.2 Sockets
Hardware Monitor
Fan Tachometer: CPU, Chassis, Chassis/Water Pump Fans
Quiet Fan (Auto adjust chassis fan speed by CPU temperature): CPU, Chassis, Chassis/Water Pump Fans
Fan Multi-Speed Control: CPU, Chassis, Chassis/Water Pump Fans
Voltage monitoring: CPU Vcore, +12V, +5V, +3.3V
Form Factor
Mini-ITX Form Factor: 6.7-in x 6.7-in, 17.0 cm x 17.0 cm
8 Layer PCB
OS
Microsoft Windows 10 64-bit / 11 64-bit
