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  • Page 2 (including damages for loss of profits, loss of business, loss of data, interruption of business and the like), even if ASRock has been advised of the possibility of such damages arising from any defect or error in the documentation or product.
  • Page 3 You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure. If you require assistance please call ASRock Tel : +886-2-28965588 ext.123 (Standard International call charges apply) The terms HDMI®...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Installation Guide (M2_1) Chapter 3 Software and Utilities Operation Installing Drivers ASRock Motherboard Utility (A-Tuning) 3.2.1 Installing ASRock Motherboard Utility (A-Tuning) 3.2.2 Using ASRock Motherboard Utility (A-Tuning) ASRock Live Update & APP Shop 3.3.1 UI Overview 3.3.2 Apps...
  • Page 5 3.3.4 Setting Chapter 4 UEFI SETUP UTILITY Introduction 4.1.1 UEFI Menu Bar 4.1.2 Navigation Keys Main Screen OC Tweaker Screen Advanced Screen 4.4.1 CPU Configuration 4.4.2 Onboard Devices Configuration 4.4.3 Storage Configuration 4.4.4 ACPI Configuration 4.4.5 Super IO Configuration 4.4.6 Trusted Computing 4.4.7 AMD PBS 4.4.8 AMD CBS 4.4.9 Realtek PCIe GBE Family Controller...

  • Page 6: Chapter 1 Introduction

    ASRock’s website without further notice. If you require technical support related to this motherboard, please visit our website for specific information about the model you are using. You may find the latest VGA cards and CPU support list on ASRock’s website as well. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com.

  • Page 7: Specifications

    4400(OC)/4333(OC)/4266(OC)/4200(OC)/4133(OC)/ 4000(OC)/3866(OC)/3800(OC)/3733(OC)/3600(OC)/ 3466(OC)/3200/2933/2667/2400/2133 ECC & non-ECC, un- buffered memory* * Please refer to Memory Support List on ASRock’s website for more information. (http://www.asrock.com/) * Please refer to page 20 for DDR4 UDIMM maximum frequency support. • Max. capacity of system memory: 64GB • Supports Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory modules...
  • Page 8 A520M-HDVP/DASH Graphics • Integrated AMD Radeon Vega Series Graphics in Ryzen Series APU* * Actual support may vary by CPU • DirectX 12, Pixel Shader 5.0 • Shared memory default 2GB. Max Shared memory supports up to 16GB. * The Max shared memory 16GB requires 32GB system memory installed.
  • Page 9 SATA3 6.0 Gb/s module and M.2 PCI Express module up to Gen3 x4 (32 Gb/s)* * Supports NVMe SSD as boot disks * Supports ASRock U.2 Kit Connector • 1 x Print Port Header • 1 x SPI TPM Header • 1 x COM Port Header...
  • Page 10 • ErP/EuP ready (ErP/EuP ready power supply is required) * For detailed product information, please visit our website: http://www.asrock.com 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 overclocking tools.

  • Page 11: Motherboard Layout

    1.3 Motherboard Layout...
  • Page 12 A520M-HDVP/DASH No. Description 8 pin 12V Power Connector (ATX12V1) CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1) 2 x 288-pin DDR4 DIMM Slots (DDR4_A1, DDR4_B1) ATX Power Connector (ATXPWR1) USB 3.2 Gen1 Header (USB3_5_6) SPI TPM Header (SPI_TPM_J1) SATA3 Connector (SATA3_3) (Upper), SATA3 Connector (SATA3_4) (Lower)

  • Page 13: I/O Panel

    1.4 I/O Panel No. Description No. Description PS/2 Mouse Port USB 2.0 Ports (USB_1_2) D-Sub Port USB 3.2 Gen1 Ports (USB3_1234) Serial Port (COM2) DisplayPort 1.4 LAN RJ-45 Port* HDMI Port Line In (Light Blue)** DVI-D Port Front Speaker (Lime)** PS/2 Keyboard Port Microphone (Pink)** * There are two LEDs on each LAN port.

  • Page 14: Chapter 2 Installation

    A520M-HDVP/DASH Chapter 2 Installation This is a Micro ATX form factor motherboard. Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that the motherboard fits into it. Pre-installation Precautions Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings.

  • Page 15: Installing The Cpu

    2.1 Installing the CPU Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU.
  • Page 16 A520M-HDVP/DASH...

  • Page 17: Installing The Cpu Fan And Heatsink

    2.2 Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink After you install the CPU into this motherboard, it is necessary to install a larger heatsink and cooling fan to dissipate heat. You also need to spray thermal grease between the CPU and the heatsink to improve heat dissipation. Make sure that the CPU and the heatsink are securely fastened and in good contact with each other.
  • Page 18 A520M-HDVP/DASH...
  • Page 19 Installing the AM4 Box Cooler SR2...
  • Page 20 A520M-HDVP/DASH...
  • Page 21 *The diagrams shown here are for reference only. The headers might be in a different position on your motherboard.
  • Page 22 A520M-HDVP/DASH Installing the AM4 Box Cooler SR3...
  • Page 24 A520M-HDVP/DASH +12V *The diagrams shown here are for reference only. The headers might be in a different position on your motherboard.

  • Page 25: Installing Memory Modules (Dimm)

    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. For dual channel configuration, you always need to install identical (the same brand, speed, size and chip-type) DDR4 DIMM pairs. 2.
  • Page 26 A520M-HDVP/DASH The DIMM only fits in one correct orientation. It will cause permanent damage to the motherboard and the DIMM if you force the DIMM into the slot at incorrect orientation.

  • Page 27: Expansion Slots (Pci And Pci Express Slots)

    2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots) There are 1 PCI slot and 3 PCI Express slots on the motherboard. 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.

  • Page 28: Jumpers Setup

    A520M-HDVP/DASH 2.5 Jumpers Setup The illustration shows how jumpers are setup. When the jumper cap is placed on the pins, the jumper is “Short”. If no jumper cap is placed on the pins, the jumper is “Open”. Clear CMOS Jumper...

  • Page 29: Onboard Headers And Connectors

    2.6 Onboard Headers and Connectors Onboard headers and connectors are NOT jumpers. Do NOT place jumper caps over these headers and connectors. Placing jumper caps over the headers and connectors will cause permanent damage to the motherboard. System Panel Header Connect the power PLED+ PLED-...
  • Page 30 A520M-HDVP/DASH Serial ATA3 Connectors These four SATA3 (SATA3_1: connectors support SATA see p.6, No. 8) (Upper) data cables for internal (SATA3_2: storage devices with up to see p.6, No. 8) (Lower) 6.0 Gb/s data transfer rate. (SATA3_3: see p.6, No. 7) (Upper) (SATA3_4: see p.6, No.
  • Page 31 Chassis Water Pump Fan This motherboard FAN_VOLTAGE Connector provides one 4-Pin water CHA_FAN_SPEED (4-pin CHA_FAN1/WP) FAN_SPEED_CONTROL cooling chassis fan (see p.6, No. 12) connector. If you plan to connect a 3-Pin chassis 1 2 3 4 water cooler fan, please connect it to Pin 1-3.
  • Page 32 A520M-HDVP/DASH Serial Port Header This COM1 header RRXD1 DDTR#1 (9-pin COM1) supports a serial port DDSR#1 CCTS#1 (see p.6, No. 16) module. RRI#1 RRTS#1 TTXD1 DDCD#1 SPI TPM Header This connector supports SPI SPI_DQ3 +3.3V (13-pin SPI_TPM_J1) Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Dummy (see p.6, No.

  • Page 33: M.2_Ssd (Ngff) Module Installation Guide (M2_1)

    2.7 M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Installation Guide (M2_1) The M.2, also known as the Next Generation Form Factor (NGFF), is a small size and versatile card edge connector that aims to replace mPCIe and mSATA. The Ultra M.2 Socket (M2_1) supports M Key type 2280 M.2 SATA3 6.0 Gb/s module and M.2 PCI Express module up to Gen3 x4 (32 Gb/s).
  • Page 34 A520M-HDVP/DASH Step 3 Align and gently insert the M.2 (NGFF) SSD module into the M.2 slot. Please be aware that the M.2 (NGFF) SSD module only fits in one orientation. Step 4 Tighten the screw with a screwdriver to secure the module into place.
  • Page 35 Transcend TS256GMTS800-256GB Transcend SATA TS512GMTS800 / 512GB V-Color SATA V-Color 120G V-Color SATA V-Color 240G SATA WD GREEN WDS240G1G0B-00RC30 PCIe WDS512G1X0C-00ENX0 (NVME) / 512GB For the latest updates of M.2_SSD (NFGG) module support list, please visit our website for details: http://www.asrock.com...

  • Page 36: Chapter 3 Software And Utilities Operation

    A520M-HDVP/DASH 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 enhance the motherboard’s features. Running The Support CD To begin using the support CD, insert the CD into your CD-ROM drive. The CD automatically displays the Main Menu if “AUTORUN”...

  • Page 37: Asrock Motherboard Utility (A-Tuning)

    3.2.1 Installing ASRock Motherboard Utility (A-Tuning) ASRock Motherboard Utility (A-Tuning) can be downloaded from ASRock Live Update & APP Shop. After the installation, you will find the icon “ASRock Mother- board Utility (A-Tuning)“ on your desktop. Double-click the “ASRock Motherboard Utility (A-Tuning)“...
  • Page 38 A520M-HDVP/DASH OC Tweaker Configurations for overclocking the system. System Info View information about the system. *The System Browser tab may not appear for certain models.
  • Page 39 Settings Configure ASRock ASRock Motherboard Utility (A-Tuning). Click to select "Auto run at Windows Startup" if you want ASRock Motherboard Utility (A-Tuning) to be launched when you start up the Windows operating system.

  • Page 40: Asrock Live Update & App Shop

    Double-click on your desktop to access ASRock Live Update & APP Shop utility. *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...

  • Page 41: Apps

    3.3.2 Apps When the "Apps" tab is selected, you will see all the available apps on screen for you to download. Installing an App Step 1 Find the app you want to install. The most recommended app appears on the left side of the screen. The other various apps are shown on the right.
  • Page 42 A520M-HDVP/DASH Step 3 If you want to install the app, click on the red icon to start downloading. Step 4 When installation completes, you can find the green "Installed" icon appears on the upper right corner. To uninstall it, simply click on the trash can icon...
  • Page 43 Upgrading an App You can only upgrade the apps you have already installed. When there is an available new version for your app, you will find the mark of "New Version" appears below the installed app icon. Step 1 Click on the app icon to see more details. Step 2 Click on the yellow icon to start upgrading.

  • Page 44: Bios & Drivers

    A520M-HDVP/DASH 3.3.3 BIOS & Drivers Installing BIOS or Drivers When the "BIOS & Drivers" tab is selected, you will see a list of recommended or critical updates for the BIOS or drivers. Please update them all soon. Step 1 Please check the item information before update. Click on to see more details.

  • Page 45: Setting

    3.3.4 Setting In the "Setting" page, you can change the language, select the server location, and determine if you want to automatically run the ASRock Live Update & APP Shop on Windows startup.

  • Page 46: Chapter 4 Uefi Setup Utility

    A520M-HDVP/DASH Chapter 4 UEFI SETUP UTILITY 4.1 Introduction This section explains how to use the UEFI SETUP UTILITY to configure your system. You may run the UEFI SETUP UTILITY by pressing <F2> or <Del> right after you power on the computer, otherwise, the Power-On-Self-Test (POST) will continue with its test routines.

  • Page 47: Navigation Keys

    4.1.2 Navigation Keys Use < > key or < > key to choose among the selections on the menu bar, and use < > key or < > key to move the cursor up or down to select items, then press <Enter>...

  • Page 48: Main Screen

    A520M-HDVP/DASH 4.2 Main Screen When you enter the UEFI SETUP UTILITY, the Main screen will appear and display the system overview.

  • Page 49: Oc Tweaker Screen

    4.3 OC Tweaker Screen In the OC Tweaker screen, you can set up overclocking features. Because the UEFI software is constantly being updated, the following UEFI setup screens and descriptions are for reference purpose only, and they may not exactly match what you see on your screen.
  • Page 50 A520M-HDVP/DASH CLD0 VDDP Voltage Control AMD Overclocking Setup VDDP is a voltage for the DDR4 bus signaling (PHY), and it is derived from your DRAM Voltage (VDDIO_Mem). As a result, VDDP voltage in mV can approach but not exceed your DRAM Voltage.
  • Page 51 VDDP Configure the voltage for the VDDP.

  • Page 52: Advanced Screen

    A520M-HDVP/DASH 4.4 Advanced Screen In this section, you may set the configurations for the following items: CPU Configuration, Onboard Devices Configuration, Storage Configuration, ACPI Configuration, Super IO Configuration, Trusted Computing , AMD PBS, AMD CBS, Realtek PCIe GBE Family Controller, MAC Address Network Configuration, MAC Address Boot Configuration and MAC Address Network Configuration.

  • Page 53: Cpu Configuration

    4.4.1 CPU Configuration PSS Support Use this to enable or disable the generation of ACPI_PPC, _PSS, and _PCT objects. NX Mode Use this to enable or disable NX mode. SVM Mode When this is set to [Enabled], a VMM (Virtual Machine Architecture)can utilize the additional hardware capabilities provided by AMD-V.

  • Page 54: Onboard Devices Configuration

    A520M-HDVP/DASH 4.4.2 Onboard Devices Configuration SR-IOV Support Enable/disable the SR-IOV (Single Root IO Virtualization Support) if the system has SR-IOV capable PCIe devices. UMA Frame buffer Size (Only for processor with integrated graphics) This item allows you to set the size of the UMA frame buffer.

  • Page 55: Storage Configuration

    4.4.3 Storage Configuration SATA Mode AHCI: Supports new features that improve performance. RAID: Combine multiple disk drives into a logical unit. SATA Hot Plug Enable/disable the SATA Hot Plug function.

  • Page 56: Acpi Configuration

    A520M-HDVP/DASH 4.4.4 ACPI Configuration Suspend to RAM It is recommended to select auto for ACPI S3 power saving. Deep Sleep Configure deep sleep mode for power saving when the computer is shut down. We recommend disabling Deep Sleep for better system compatibility and stability.

  • Page 57: Super Io Configuration

    4.4.5 Super IO Configuration Serial Port Enable or disable the Serial port. Serial Port Address Select the address of the Serial port. Serial Port Enable or disable the Serial port. Infrared Port Address Select the address of the Infrared port. Parallel Port Enable or disable the Parallel port.

  • Page 58: Trusted Computing

    A520M-HDVP/DASH 4.4.6 Trusted Computing Security Device Support Enable or disable BIOS support for security device.

  • Page 59: Amd Pbs

    4.4.7 AMD PBS The AMD PBS menu accesses AMD specific features.

  • Page 60: Amd Cbs

    A520M-HDVP/DASH 4.4.8 AMD CBS The AMD CBS menu accesses AMD specific features.

  • Page 61: Realtek Pcie Gbe Family Controller

    4.4.9 Realtek PCIe GBE Family Controller...

  • Page 62: Mac Address Network Configuration

    A520M-HDVP/DASH 4.4.10 MAC Address Network Configuration...

  • Page 63: Mac Address Boot Configuration

    4.4.11 MAC Address Boot Configuration...

  • Page 64: Mac Address Network Configuration

    A520M-HDVP/DASH 4.4.12 MAC Address Network Configuration...

  • Page 65: Tools

    4.5 Tools Easy RAID Installer Easy RAID Installer helps you to copy the RAID driver from the support CD to your USB storage device. After copying the drivers please change the SATA mode to RAID, then you can start installing the operating system in RAID mode. SSD Secure Erase Tool All the SSD's listed that supports Secure Erase function.

  • Page 66: Hardware Health Event Monitoring Screen

    A520M-HDVP/DASH 4.6 Hardware Health Event Monitoring Screen This section allows you to monitor the status of the hardware on your system, including the parameters of the CPU temperature, motherboard temperature, fan speed and voltage. CPU FAN1 Setting Select a fan mode for CPU Fan 1, or choose Customize to set 5 CPU temperatures and assign a respective fan speed for each temperature.

  • Page 67: Security Screen

    4.7 Security Screen In this section you may set or change the supervisor/user password for the system. You may also clear the user password. Supervisor Password Set or change the password for the administrator account. Only the administrator has authority to change the settings in the UEFI Setup Utility. Leave it blank and press enter to remove the password.

  • Page 68: Boot Screen

    A520M-HDVP/DASH 4.8 Boot Screen This section displays the available devices on your system for you to configure the boot settings and the boot priority. Fast Boot Fast Boot minimizes your computer's boot time. In fast mode you may not boot from an USB storage device.
  • Page 69 CSM (Compatibility Support Module) Enable to launch the Compatibility Support Module. Please do not disable unless you’re running a WHCK test. Launch PXE OpROM Policy Select UEFI only to run those that support UEFI option ROM only. Select Legacy only to run those that support legacy option ROM only. Select Do not launch to not execute both legacy and UEFI option ROM.

  • Page 70: Exit Screen

    A520M-HDVP/DASH 4.9 Exit Screen Save Changes and Exit When you select this option the following message, “Save configuration changes and exit setup?” will pop out. Select [OK] to save changes and exit the UEFI SETUP UTILITY. Discard Changes and Exit When you select this option the following message, “Discard changes and exit...
  • Page 71 Contact Information If you need to contact ASRock or want to know more about ASRock, you’re welcome to visit ASRock’s website at http://www.asrock.com; or you may contact your dealer for further information. For technical questions, please submit a support request form at http://www.asrock.com/support/tsd.asp...
  • Page 72 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 A520M-HDVP/DASH Model Number : Conforms to the following speci cations:...
  • Page 73 EU Declaration of Conformity For the following equipment: Motherboard (Product Name) A520M-HDVP/DASH / ASRock (Model Designation / Trade Name) ASRock Incorporation (Manufacturer Name) 2F., No.37, Sec. 2, Jhongyang S. Rd., Beitou District, Taipei City 112, Taiwan (R.O.C.) (Manufacturer Address) EMC —Directive 2014/30/EU (from April 20th, 2016)

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