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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 CE Warning This device complies with directive 2014/53/EU issued by the Commision of the European Community. This equipment complies with EU radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator &...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Installation Guide (M2_1) M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Installation Guide (M2_2) Chapter 3 Software and Utilities Operation Installing Drivers ASRock Motherboard Utility (Phantom Gaming Tuning) 3.2.1 Installing ASRock Motherboard Utility (Phantom Gaming Tuning) 3.2.2 Using ASRock Motherboard Utility (Phantom Gaming Tuning) 39...
  • Page 6 ASRock Live Update & APP Shop 3.3.1 UI Overview 3.3.2 Apps 3.3.3 BIOS & Drivers 3.3.4 Setting Nahimic Audio ASRock Polychrome SYNC Chapter 4 UEFI SETUP UTILITY Introduction EZ Mode Advanced Mode 4.3.1 UEFI Menu Bar 4.3.2 Navigation Keys Main Screen...
  • Page 7 Tools Hardware Health Event Monitoring Screen Security Screen 4.10 Boot Screen 4.11 Exit Screen...

  • Page 8: Chapter 1 Introduction

    If you require technical support related to this mother- board, 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 9: Specifications

    • 2 x DDR4 DIMM Slots • Supports DDR4 4666+(OC)*/4600/4500/4400/4333/4266 (OC)/4133(OC)/4000(OC)/3866(OC)/3800(OC)/3733(OC)/ 3600(OC)/3200(OC)/2933/2800/2666/2400/2133 non-ECC, un-buffered memory * Please refer to Memory Support List on ASRock's website for more information. (http://www.asrock.com/) * Core (i9/i7) support DDR4 up to 2933; Core (i5/i3), Pentium® and Celeron® support DDR4 up to 2666.
  • Page 10 Z490 Phantom Gaming-ITX/TB3 Graphics • Intel® UHD Graphics Built-in Visuals and the VGA outputs can be supported only with processors which are GPU integrated. • Hardware Accelerated Codecs: AVC/H.264, HEVC/H.265 8bit, HEVC/H.265 10bit, VP8, VP9 8bit, VP9 10bit, MPEG 2, MJPEG, VC-1 * VP9 10bit and VC-1 are for decode only.
  • Page 11 Audio • 7.1 CH HD Audio with Content Protection (Realtek ALC1220 Audio Codec) • Premium Blu-ray Audio support • Supports Surge Protection • 120dB SNR DAC with Differential Amplifier • NE5532 Premium Headset Amplifier for Front Panel Audio Connector (Supports up to 600 Ohm headsets) • Pure Power-In • Direct Drive Technology • PCB Isolate Shielding...
  • Page 12 Z490 Phantom Gaming-ITX/TB3 Rear Panel • 2 x Antenna Ports • 1 x HDMI Port • 1 x DisplayPort 1.4 • 1 x Optical SPDIF Out Port • 3 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A Ports (10 Gb/s) (Supports ESD Protection) • 1 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Thunderbolt...
  • Page 13 • 1 x CPU/Water Pump Fan Connector (4-pin) (Smart Fan Speed Control) * CPU_OPT/W_PUMP can auto detect if 3-pin or 4-pin fan is in use. • 1 x Chassis Fan Connector (4-pin) (Smart Fan Speed Control) • 1 x 24 pin ATX Power Connector (Hi-Density Power Connector) • 1 x 8 pin 12V Power Connector (Hi-Density Power Connector)
  • Page 14 • 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 15: Motherboard Layout

    1.3 Motherboard Layout Top Side View CPU_OPT/W_PUMP ADDR_LED1 ATX12V1 CPU_FAN1 RGB_LED1 M2_WIFI CLRC TB_1 USB 3.2 Gen2 T: USB3 4 _ B: USB3_5 Intel CHA_FAN1 Z490 PANEL1 HD_AUDIO1 AUDIO CODEC PCIE1...
  • Page 16 Z490 Phantom Gaming-ITX/TB3 Back Side View BIOS...
  • Page 17 I/O Expansion Card (For Front Socket) Z490 PG-ITX M.2/SATA/USB Card Ultra M.2 RoHS PCIe Gen3 x4 SATA3_3 SPEAKER1 USB1_2 SATA3_2...
  • Page 18 Z490 Phantom Gaming-ITX/TB3 No. Description 8 pin 12V Power Connector (ATX12V1) CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN2) Addressable LED Header (ADDR_LED1) CPU/Water Pump Fan Connector (CPU_OPT/W_PUMP) 2 x 288-pin DDR4 DIMM Slots (DDR4_A1, DDR4_B1) RGB LED Header (RGB_LED1) ATX Power Connector (ATXPWR1) USB 3.2 Gen1 Header (USB3_6_7)

  • Page 19: I/O Panel

    1.4 I/O Panel No. Description No. Description DisplayPort 1.4 Optical SPDIF Out Port PS/2 Mouse/Keyboard Port USB 3.2 Gen2 Ports (USB3_4_5) 2.5G LAN RJ-45 Port USB 3.2 Gen2 Port (USB3_3) (Dragon RTL8125BG)* USB 3.2 Gen2 Thunderbolt Central / Bass (Orange) Type-C Port (TB_1) Rear Speaker (Black) Clear CMOS Button...
  • Page 20 Z490 Phantom Gaming-ITX/TB3 *There are two LEDs on each LAN port. Please refer to the table below for the LAN port LED indications. ACT/LINK LED SPEED LED LAN Port Activity / Link LED Speed LED Status Description Status Description No Link...
  • Page 21 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 (pre-installed on the rear I/O panel) that offers support for WiFi 802.11 a/b/ g/n/ax connectivity standards and Bluetooth v5.1. WiFi + BT module is an easy-to- use wireless local area network (WLAN) adapter to support WiFi + BT.

  • Page 22: Chapter 2 Installation

    Z490 Phantom Gaming-ITX/TB3 Chapter 2 Installation This is a Mini-ITX 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 23: Installing The Cpu

    2.1 Installing the CPU 1. Before you insert the 1200-Pin CPU into the socket, please check 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.
  • Page 24 Z490 Phantom Gaming-ITX/TB3...
  • Page 25 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 26: Installing The Cpu Fan And Heatsink

    Z490 Phantom Gaming-ITX/TB3 2.2 Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink...

  • Page 27: 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 28 Z490 Phantom Gaming-ITX/TB3...

  • Page 29: Expansion Slots (Pci Express Slots)

    2.4 Expansion Slot (PCI Express Slot) There is 1 PCI Express slot 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 30: Mos Heatsink Height

    Z490 Phantom Gaming-ITX/TB3 2.5 MOS Heatsink Height MOS-N Heatsink Height 42.00 mm...

  • Page 31: 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 (9-pin PANEL1) button, reset button and...
  • Page 32 Z490 Phantom Gaming-ITX/TB3 Chassis Speaker Header Please connect the chassis DUMMY SPEAKER (4-pin SPEAKER1) speaker to this header. DUMMY (see p.10, No. 21) Serial ATA3 Connectors These four SATA3 (SATA3_0: connectors support SATA SATA3_0 see p.8, No. 10) data cables for internal...
  • Page 33 Front Panel Audio Header This header is for (9-pin HD_AUDIO1) connecting audio devices OUT_RET OUT2_L J_SENSE (see p.8, No. 14) to the front audio panel. MIC_RED OUT2_R PRESENCE# MIC2_R MIC2_L High Definition Audio supports Jack Sensing, but the panel wire on the chassis must sup- port HDA to function correctly.
  • Page 34 Z490 Phantom Gaming-ITX/TB3 ATX Power Connector This motherboard pro- (24-pin ATXPWR1) vides a 24-pin ATX power (see p.8, No. 7) connector. To use a 20-pin ATX power supply, please plug it along Pin 1 and Pin ATX 12V Power This motherboard...
  • Page 35 RGB LED Header This RGB header is used to (4-pin RGB_LED1) connect RGB LED extension (see p.8, No. 6) cable which allows users to choose from various LED lighting effects. Caution: Never install the RGB LED cable in the wrong orienta- tion;...

  • Page 36: Clear Cmos Button

    Z490 Phantom Gaming-ITX/TB3 2.7 Clear CMOS Button The motherboard has a Clear CMOS Button, allowing users to quickly clear the CMOS values. Clear CMOS Button Clear CMOS Button (CLRCBTN1) allows users to quickly (see p.13, No. 13) clear the CMOS values.
  • Page 37 2.8 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 38 Z490 Phantom Gaming-ITX/TB3 Step 3 Peel off the yellow protective film on the nut. 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.
  • Page 39 M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Support List (M2_1) Vendor Interface ADATA SATA3 AXNS330E-32GM-B ADATA SATA3 AXNS381E-128GM-B ADATA SATA3 AXNS381E-256GM-B ADATA SATA3 ASU800NS38-256GT-C ADATA SATA3 ASU800NS38-512GT-C ADATA PCIe3 x4 ASX7000NP-128GT-C ADATA PCIe3 x4 ASX8000NP-256GM-C ADATA PCIe3 x4 ASX7000NP-256GT-C ADATA PCIe3 x4 ASX8000NP-512GM-C ADATA PCIe3 x4 ASX7000NP-512GT-C Apacer...
  • Page 40 Z490 Phantom Gaming-ITX/TB3 TEAM PCIe3 x4 TM8FP2240G0C101 TEAM PCIe3 x4 TM8FP2480GC110 Transcend SATA3 TS256GMTS400 Transcend SATA3 TS512GMTS600 Transcend SATA3 TS512GMTS800 V-Color SATA3 VLM100-120G-2280B-RD V-Color SATA3 VLM100-240G-2280RGB V-Color SATA3 VSM100-240G-2280 V-Color SATA3 VLM100-240G-2280B-RD SATA3 WDS100T1B0B-00AS40 SATA3 WDS240G1G0B-00RC30 PCIe3 x4 WDS256G1X0C-00ENX0 (NVME)

  • Page 41: M.2_Ssd (Ngff) Module Installation Guide (M2_2)

    2.9 M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Installation Guide (M2_2) 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_2) supports M Key type 2260/2280 M.2 SATA3 6.0 Gb/s module and M.2 PCI Express module up to Gen3 x4 (32 Gb/s).
  • Page 42 Z490 Phantom Gaming-ITX/TB3 Step 3 Depending on the PCB type and length of your M.2_SSD (NGFF) module, find the corresponding nut location to be used. Nut Location PCB Length Module Type Type2260 Type 2280 Step 4 Prepare the M.2 standoff that comes with the package.
  • Page 43 M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Support List (M2_2) Vendor Interface ADATA SATA3 AXNS381E-128GM-B ADATA SATA3 AXNS381E-256GM-B ADATA SATA3 ASU800NS38-256GT-C ADATA SATA3 ASU800NS38-512GT-C ADATA PCIe3 x4 ASX7000NP-128GT-C ADATA PCIe3 x4 ASX8000NP-256GM-C ADATA PCIe3 x4 ASX7000NP-256GT-C ADATA PCIe3 x4 ASX8000NP-512GM-C ADATA PCIe3 x4 ASX7000NP-512GT-C Apacer PCIe3 x4 AP240GZ280...
  • Page 44 Z490 Phantom Gaming-ITX/TB3 TEAM PCIe3 x4 TM8FP2240G0C101 TEAM PCIe3 x4 TM8FP2480GC110 Transcend SATA3 TS512GMTS600 Transcend SATA3 TS512GMTS800 V-Color SATA3 VLM100-120G-2280B-RD V-Color SATA3 VLM100-240G-2280RGB V-Color SATA3 VSM100-240G-2280 V-Color SATA3 VLM100-240G-2280B-RD SATA3 WDS100T1B0B-00AS40 SATA3 WDS240G1G0B-00RC30 PCIe3 x4 WDS256G1X0C-00ENX0 (NVME) PCIe3 x4 WDS512G1X0C-00ENX0 (NVME) For the latest updates of M.2_SSD (NFGG) module support list, please visit our website for...

  • Page 45: Chapter 3 Software And Utilities Operation

    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 46: Asrock Motherboard Utility (Phantom Gaming Tuning)

    Gaming Tuning) ASRock Motherboard Utility (Phantom Gaming Tuning) can be downloaded from ASRock Live Update & APP Shop. After the installation, you will find the icon “AS- Rock Motherboard Utility (Phantom Gaming Tuning)“ on your desktop. Double- click the “ASRock Motherboard Utility (Phantom Gaming Tuning)“...
  • Page 47 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 48 Settings Configure ASRock ASRock Motherboard Utility (Phantom Gaming Tuning). Click to select "Auto run at Windows Startup" if you want ASRock Motherboard Utility (Phantom Gaming Tuning) to be launched when you start up the Windows operating system.

  • Page 49: 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 50: Apps

    Z490 Phantom Gaming-ITX/TB3 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 51 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 *The trash icon may not appear for certain apps.
  • Page 52 Z490 Phantom Gaming-ITX/TB3 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.

  • Page 53: Bios & Drivers

    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 54: Setting

    Z490 Phantom Gaming-ITX/TB3 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 55: Nahimic Audio

    3.4 Nahimic Audio Nahimic audio software provides an incredible high definition sound technology which boosts the audio and voice performance of your system. Nahimic Audio interface is composed of four tabs : Audio, Microphone, Sound Tracker and Settings. There are four functions in Nahimic audio : Function Description From this tab, you can mute the current audio device, choose...

  • Page 56: Asrock Polychrome Sync

    Z490 Phantom Gaming-ITX/TB3 3.5 ASRock Polychrome SYNC ASRock Polychrome SYNC is a lighting control utility specifically designed for unique indi- viduals with sophisticated tastes to build their own stylish colorful lighting system. Simply by connecting the LED strip, you can customize various lighting schemes and patterns, including Static, Breathing, Strobe, Cycling, Music, Wave and more.
  • Page 57 Connecting the Addressable RGB LED Strip Connect your Addressable RGB LED strip to the Addressable LED Header (ADDR_LED1) on the motherboard. ADDR_LED1 DO_ADDR VOUT 1. Never install the RGB LED cable in the wrong orientation; otherwise, the cable may be damaged.
  • Page 58 ASRock Polychrome SYNC Utility Now you can adjust the RGB LED color through the ASRock Polychrome SYNC Utility. Download this utility from the ASRock Live Update & APP Shop and start coloring your PC style your way! Drag the tab to customize your preference.

  • Page 59: Chapter 4 Uefi Setup Utility

    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 60: Ez Mode

    Z490 Phantom Gaming-ITX/TB3 4.2 EZ Mode The EZ Mode screen appears when you enter the BIOS setup program by default. EZ mode is a dashboard which contains multiple readings of the system’s current status. You can check the most crucial information of your system, such as CPU speed, DRAM frequency, SATA information, fan speed, etc.

  • Page 61: Advanced Mode

    4.3 Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides more options to configure the BIOS settings. Refer to the following sections for the detailed configurations. To access the EZ Mode, press <F6> or click the "EZ Mode" button at the upper right corner of the screen.

  • Page 62: Navigation Keys

    Z490 Phantom Gaming-ITX/TB3 4.3.2 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 63: Main Screen

    4.4 Main Screen When you enter the UEFI SETUP UTILITY, the Main screen will appear and display the system overview. The availability and location of BIOS settings can be different for different models and BIOS versions. My Favorite Display your collection of BIOS items. Press F5 to add/remove your favorite items.

  • Page 64: Oc Tweaker Screen

    Z490 Phantom Gaming-ITX/TB3 4.5 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 65 CPU Configuration AVX2 Ratio Offset AVX Ratio Offset specifies a negative offset from the CPU Ratio for AVX workloads. AVX is a more stressful workload that lower the AVX ratio to ensure maximum possible ratio for SSE workloads. BCLK Spread Spectrum Enable Spread Spectrum to reduce electromagnetic interference for passing EMI tests.
  • Page 66 Z490 Phantom Gaming-ITX/TB3 Long Duration Power Limit Configure Package Power Limit 1 in watts. When the limit is exceeded, the CPU ratio will be lowered after a period of time. A lower limit can protect the CPU and save power, while a higher limit may improve performance.
  • Page 67 Primary Timing CAS# Latency (tCL) The time between sending a column address to the memory and the beginning of the data in response. RAS# to CAS# Delay and Row Precharge (tRCDtRP) RAS# to CAS# Delay : The number of clock cycles required between the opening of a row of memory and accessing columns within it.
  • Page 68 Z490 Phantom Gaming-ITX/TB3 Write to Read Delay (tWTR_S) The number of clocks between the last valid write operation and the next read command to the same internal bank. Read to Precharge (tRTP) The number of clocks that are inserted between a read command to a row pre- charge command to the same rank.
  • Page 69 tRDWR_dg Configure between module read to write delay. tRDWR_dr Configure between module read to write delay. tRDWR_dd Configure between module read to write delay. tWRRD_sg Configure between module write to read delay. tWRRD_dg Configure between module write to read delay. tWRRD_dr Configure between module write to read delay.
  • Page 70 Z490 Phantom Gaming-ITX/TB3 IOL Init Value Configure IO latency init value for IO latency training. RTL (CH A) Configure round trip latency for channel A. RTL (CH B) Configure round trip latency for channel B. IOL (CH A) Configure IO latency for channel A.
  • Page 71 Configure the Dll Bandwidth 2. Dll Bandwidth 3 Configure the Dll Bandwidth 3. Advanced Setting ASRock Timing Optimization Configure the fast path through the MRC. Realtime Memory Timing Configure the realtime memory timings. [Enabled] The system will allow performing realtime memory timing changes after MRC_DONE.
  • Page 72 Z490 Phantom Gaming-ITX/TB3 MRC Fast Boot Enable Memory Fast Boot to skip DRAM memory training for booting faster. Voltage Configuration Voltage Mode Use this to configure the voltage mode. [OC] larger range voltage for overclocking. [Stable] smaller range voltage for stable system CPU Core/Cache Voltage Input voltage for the processor by the external voltage refulator.
  • Page 73 VCCD PLL Voltage Configure the voltage for the VCCD PLL. CPU Standby 1 Voltage Configure the voltage for the CPU Standby 1 VTTDDR Voltage Configure the voltage for the VTTDDR . Save User Default Type a profile name and press enter to save your settings as user default. Load User Default Load previously saved user defaults.

  • Page 74: Advanced Screen

    Z490 Phantom Gaming-ITX/TB3 4.6 Advanced Screen In this section, you may set the configurations for the following items: CPU Configuration, Chipset Configuration, Storage Configuration, Intel(R) Thunderbolt, Super IO Configuration, ACPI Configuration, USB Configuration and Trusted Computing. Setting wrong values in this section may cause the system to malfunction.

  • Page 75: Cpu Configuration

    4.6.1 CPU Configuration Intel Hyper Threading Technology Intel Hyper Threading Technology allows multiple threads to run on each core, so that the overall performance on threaded software is improved. Active Processor Cores Select the number of cores to enable in each processor package. CPU C States Support Enable CPU C States Support for power saving.
  • Page 76 Z490 Phantom Gaming-ITX/TB3 Package C State Support Enable CPU, PCIe, Memory, Graphics C State Support for power saving. CFG Lock This item allows you to disable or enable the CFG Lock. C6DRAM Enable/Disable moving of DRAM contents to PRM memory when CPU is in C6 state.

  • Page 77: Chipset Configuration

    4.6.2 Chipset Configuration Primary Graphics Adapter Select a primary VGA. Above 4G Decoding Enable or disable 64bit capable Devices to be decoded in Above 4G Address Space (only if the system supports 64 bit PCI decoding). VT-d Intel® Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O helps your virtual machine monitor better utilize hardware by improving application compatibility and reliability, and providing additional levels of manageability, security, isolation, and I/O performance.
  • Page 78 Z490 Phantom Gaming-ITX/TB3 PCI Express Native Control Select Enable for enhanced PCI Express power saving in OS. PCIE ASPM Support This option enables/disables the ASPM support for all CPU downstream devices. PCH PCIE ASPM Support This option enables/disables the ASPM support for all PCH PCIE devices.
  • Page 79 Onboard WAN Device Use this item to enable or disable the onboard WAN device. WAN Radio Enable/disable the WiFi module's connectivity. Bluetooth Enable/disable the Bluetooth connectivity. Riser Card Support Use this item to enable the support of PCIe riser cards to extend x16, x8/x8 or x8/x4/ x4 slots.

  • Page 80: Storage Configuration

    Z490 Phantom Gaming-ITX/TB3 4.6.3 Storage Configuration SATA Controller(s) Enable/disable the SATA controllers. SATA Mode Selection AHCI: Supports new features that improve performance. RAID: Combine multiple disk drives into a logical unit. SATA Aggressive Link Power Management SATA Aggressive Link Power Management allows SATA devices to enter a low power state during periods of inactivity to save power.

  • Page 81: Intel(R) Thunderbolt

    4.6.4 Intel(R) Thunderbolt Discrete Thunderbolt(TM) Support Enable or disable the Discrete Thunderbolt(TM) Support. Thunderbolt Boot Support Enabled to allow booting from Bootable devices which are present behind Thunderbolt. Thunderbolt Usb Support Enabled to allow booting from Usb devices which are present behind Thunderbolt. Titan Ridge Workaround for OSUP Enable or disable Titan Ridge Workaround for OSUP.

  • Page 82: Super Io Configuration

    Z490 Phantom Gaming-ITX/TB3 4.6.5 Super IO Configuration PS2 Y-Cable Enable the PS2 Y-Cable or set this option to Auto.

  • Page 83: Acpi Configuration

    4.6.6 ACPI Configuration Suspend to RAM Select disable for ACPI suspend type S1. It is recommended to select auto for ACPI S3 power saving. PS/2 Keyboard S4/S5 Wakeup Support Allow the system to be waked up by a PS/2 Keyboard in S4/S5. PCIE Devices Power On Allow the system to be waked up by a PCIE device and enable wake on LAN.

  • Page 84: Usb Configuration

    Z490 Phantom Gaming-ITX/TB3 4.6.7 USB Configuration Legacy USB Support Enable or disable Legacy OS Support for USB 2.0 devices. If you encounter USB compatibility issues it is recommended to disable legacy USB support. Select UEFI Setup Only to support USB devices under the UEFI setup and Windows/Linux operating systems only.

  • Page 85: Trusted Computing

    4.6.8 Trusted Computing Security Device Support Enable or disable BIOS support for security device.
  • Page 86 ASRock Polychrome RGB Select LED lighting color. UEFI Tech Service Contact ASRock Tech Service if you are having trouble with your PC. Please setup network configuration before using UEFI Tech Service. Easy RAID Installer Easy RAID Installer helps you to copy the RAID driver from the support CD to your USB storage device.
  • Page 87 Intel MEI Flash Starts BIOS recovery flash. Internet Flash - DHCP (Auto IP), Auto ASRock Internet Flash downloads and updates the latest UEFI firmware version from our servers for you. Please setup network configuration before using Internet Flash. *For BIOS backup and recovery purpose, it is recommended to plug in your USB pen drive before using this function.
  • Page 88 Z490 Phantom Gaming-ITX/TB3 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 the CPU temperature, motherboard temperature, fan speed and voltage. Fan Tuning Measure Fan Min Duty Cycle.
  • Page 89 CPU Optional Fan Setting Select a fan mode for CPU Optional fan, or choose Customize to set 5 CPU temperatures and assign a respective fan speed for each temperature. CPU Optional Fan Temp Source Select a fan temperature source for CPU Optional fan. VR Fan 1 Setting Select a fan mode for VR Fan 1, or choose Customize to set 5 CPU temperatures and assign a respective fan speed for each temperature.
  • Page 90 Z490 Phantom Gaming-ITX/TB3 4.9 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.
  • Page 91 4.10 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. The VBIOS must support UEFI GOP if you are using an external graphics card.
  • Page 92 Z490 Phantom Gaming-ITX/TB3 Full Screen Logo Enable to display the boot logo or disable to show normal POST messages. AddOn ROM Display Enable AddOn ROM Display to see the AddOn ROM messages or configure the AddOn ROM if you've enabled Full Screen Logo. Disable for faster boot speed.
  • Page 93 Launch Storage 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. Other PCI Device ROM Priority For PCI devices other than Network.
  • Page 94 Z490 Phantom Gaming-ITX/TB3 4.11 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 95 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 96 13848 Magnolia Ave, Chino, CA91710 Phone/Fax No: +1-909-590-8308/+1-909-590-1026 hereby declares that the product Product Name : Motherboard Z490 Phantom Gaming-ITX/TB3 Model Number : Conforms to the following speci cations: FCC Part 15, Subpart B, Unintentional Radiators Supplementary Information: is device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the...
  • Page 97 EU Declaration of Conformity For the following equipment: Motherboard (Product Name) Z490 Phantom Gaming-ITX/TB3 / 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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