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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 If you require assistance please call ASRock Tel : +886-2-28965588 ext.123 (Standard International call charges apply)
  • 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

    Contents Chapter 1 Introduction Package Contents Specifications Motherboard Layout I/O Panel Chapter 2 Installation Installing the CPU Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM) Expansion Slots (PCI Express Slots) Jumpers Setup Onboard Headers and Connectors Smart Switches Dr.
  • Page 6 M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Installation Guide Chapter 3 Software and Utilities Operation Installing Drivers A-Tuning 3.2.1 Installing A-Tuning 3.2.2 Using A-Tuning ASRock Live Update & APP Shop 3.3.1 UI Overview 3.3.2 Apps 3.3.3 BIOS & Drivers 3.3.4 Setting ASRock RGB LED...
  • Page 7 4.6.3 Chipset Configuration 4.6.4 Storage Configuration 4.6.5 Intel® Thunderbolt™ 4.6.6 Super IO Configuration 4.6.7 ACPI Configuration 4.6.8 USB Configuration 4.6.9 Trusted Computing 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

    933(OC)/2800(OC)/2666/2400/2133 non-ECC, un-buffered memory * The maximum memory frequency supported may vary by processor type. * Please refer to Memory Support List on ASRock’s website for more information. (http://www.asrock.com/) • Supports non-ECC RDIMM (Registered DIMM) • Max. capacity of system memory: 128GB • Supports Intel®...
  • Page 10 • 7.1 CH HD Audio with Content Protection (Realtek ALC1220 Audio Codec) • Premium Blu-ray Audio support • Supports Surge Protection (ASRock Full Spike Protection) • Supports Purity Sound - Nichicon Fine Gold Series Audio Caps - 120dB SNR DAC with Differential Amplifier...
  • Page 11 * Ultra USB Power is supported on USB3_12 ports. * ACPI wake-up function is not supported on USB3_12 ports. • 4 x USB 3.1 Gen1 Ports (Supports ESD Protection (ASRock Full Spike Protection)) • 2 x RJ-45 LAN Ports with LED (ACT/LINK LED and SPEED LED) • 1 x BIOS Flashback Button...
  • Page 12 PCIe slot (depending on CPU type). • 2 x USB 2.0 Headers (Support 4 USB 2.0 ports) (Supports ESD Protection (ASRock Full Spike Protection)) • 2 x USB 3.1 Gen1 Headers (Support 4 USB 3.1 Gen1 ports) (ASMedia ASM1074 Hub) (Supports ESD Protection (AS-...
  • Page 13 • 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 14: Motherboard Layout

    X299 Taichi XE 1.3 Motherboard Layout ATX12V2 ATX12V1 CPU_FAN1 M2_WIFI_1 RGB_LED2 BIOS _FB1 CLRC BTN1 2066 Socket USB 3.1 Gen1 Top: T: USB1 RJ-45 B: USB2 USB 3.1 Gen1 Top: T: USB3 RJ-45 B: USB4 USB 3.1 Gen2 Top: T: USB31_TA_1...
  • Page 15 No. Description 2 x 288-pin DDR4 DIMM Slots (DDR4_A1, DDR4_B1) 2 x 288-pin DDR4 DIMM Slots (DDR4_A2, DDR4_B2) ATX 12V Power Connector (ATX12V2) ATX 12V Power Connector (ATX12V1) 2 x 288-pin DDR4 DIMM Slots (DDR4_C2, DDR4_D2) 2 x 288-pin DDR4 DIMM Slots (DDR4_C1, DDR4_D1) CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1) RGB LED Header (RGB_LED2) ATX Power Connector (ATXPWR1)

  • Page 16: I/O Panel

    X299 Taichi XE 1.4 I/O Panel No. Description Description USB 2.0 Port (USB12) USB 3.1 Gen2 Type-A Port (USB31_TA_1) LAN RJ-45 Port (Intel® I211AT)* USB 3.1 Gen2 Type-C Port (USB31_TC_1) LAN RJ-45 Port (Intel® I219V)* USB 3.1 Gen1 Ports (USB3_34) Central / Bass (Orange) USB 3.1 Gen1 Ports (USB3_12)***...
  • Page 17 ** If you use a 2-channel speaker, please connect the speaker’s plug into “Front Speaker Jack”. See the table below for connection details in accordance with the type of speaker you use. Audio Output Front Speaker Rear Speaker Central / Bass Line In Channels (No.
  • Page 18 X299 Taichi XE 1.5 WiFi-802.11ac Module and ASRock WiFi 2.4/5 GHz Antenna WiFi-802.11ac + BT Module This motherboard comes with an exclusive WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac + BT v4.2 module (pre-installed on the rear I/O panel) that offers support for WiFi 802.11 a/b/ g/n/ac connectivity standards and Bluetooth v4.2.
  • Page 19 WiFi Antennas Installation Guide Step 1 Prepare the WiFi 2.4/5 GHz Antennas that come with the package. Step 2 Connect the two WiFi 2.4/5 GHz Antennas to the antenna connectors. Turn the antenna clock- wise until it is securely connected. Step 3 Set the WiFi 2.4/5 GHz Antenna as shown in the illustration.

  • Page 20: Chapter 2 Installation

    X299 Taichi XE Chapter 2 Installation This is an 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 21: Installing The Cpu

    2.1 Installing the CPU 1. Before you insert the 2066-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 22 X299 Taichi XE...
  • Page 23 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 24: Installing The Cpu Fan And Heatsink

    X299 Taichi XE 2.2 Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink...

  • Page 25: Installation Of Memory Modules (Dimm)

    2.3 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM) This motherboard provides eight 288-pin DDR4 (Double Data Rate 4) DIMM slots, and supports Quad Channel Memory Technology. 1. For quad channel configuration, you always need to install identical (the same brand, speed, size and chip-type) DDR4 DIMM pairs. 2.
  • Page 26 X299 Taichi XE • For CPU with 16 PCIe lanes, please install the memory modules on DDR4_C1, C2, D1 and D2 only.

  • Page 27: Expansion Slots (Pci Express Slots)

    2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI Express Slots) There are 5 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 X299 Taichi XE PCIe Slot Configurations (For CPU with 28 PCIe lanes) PCIE1 PCIE2 PCIE3 PCIE4 PCIE5 M2_1 Single Graphics Card Two Graphics Cards in CrossFireX or SLI Mode Three Graphics Cards in 3-Way CrossFireX Mode or 3-Way SLI Mode...

  • Page 29: Jumpers Setup

    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”. The illustration shows a 3-pin jumper whose pin1 and pin2 are “Short” when a jumper cap is placed on these 2 pins.

  • Page 30: Onboard Headers And Connectors

    X299 Taichi XE 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.
  • Page 31 Power LED and Speaker Please connect the SPEAKER DUMMY Header chassis power LED and DUMMY (7-pin SPK_PLED1) the chassis speaker to this (see p.7, No. 18) header. PLED+ PLED+ PLED- Serial ATA3 Connectors These ten SATA3 (SATA3_0_1: connectors support SATA see p.7, No.
  • Page 32 X299 Taichi XE (19-pin USB3_7_8) Vbus Vbus Vbus IntA_PB_SSRX- (see p.7, No. 11) IntA_PB_SSRX+ IntA_PA_SSRX- IntA_PA_SSRX+ IntA_PB_SSTX- IntA_PA_SSTX- IntA_PB_SSTX+ IntA_PA_SSTX+ IntA_PB_D- IntA_PA_D- IntA_PB_D+ IntA_PA_D+ Dummy Front Panel Audio Header This header is for PRESENCE# (9-pin HD_AUDIO1) MIC_RET connecting audio devices OUT_RET (see p.7, No.
  • Page 33 Chassis Optional/Water This motherboard Pump Fan Connector provides a 4-Pin water (4-pin CHA_FAN3/W_ cooling chassis fan FAN_SPEED_CONTROL CHA_FAN_SPEED PUMP) connector. If you plan to FAN_VOLTAGE (see p.7, No. 21) connect a 3-Pin chassis water cooler fan, please connect it to Pin 1-3. CPU Fan Connector This motherboard FAN_SPEED_CONTROL...
  • Page 34 X299 Taichi XE TPM Header This connector supports Trusted (17-pin TPMS1) Platform Module (TPM) system, (see p.7, No. 24) 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.
  • Page 35 Virtual RAID On CPU This connector supports Intel® Header Virtual RAID on CPU and (4-pin VROC1) NVME/AHCI RAID on CPU +3VSB (see p.7, No. 26) PCIE. VROC RAID KEY With the introduction of the Intel VROC product, there are three modes of operation: HW key required Key features • Pass-thru only (no RAID)

  • Page 36: Smart Switches

    To use USB BIOS Flashback function, press the BIOS Flashback Button for three seconds. Please follow the steps below. 1. Download the latest BIOS file from ASRock's website : http://www.asrock.com. 2. Copy the BIOS file to your USB flash drive. Please make sure the file system of your USB flash drive must be FAT32.

  • Page 37: Dr. Debug

    2.8 Dr. Debug Dr. Debug is used to provide code information, which makes troubleshooting even easier. Please see the diagrams below for reading the Dr. Debug codes. Code Description Please check if the CPU is installed correctly and then clear CMOS.
  • Page 38 X299 Taichi XE Problem related to USB devices. Please try removing all USB devices. Problem related to memory. Please re-install the CPU and memory then clear CMOS. If the problem still exists, please install only one memory module or try using other memory modules.

  • Page 39: Sli Tm , 3-Way Sli Tm Tm

    2.9 SLI , 3-Way SLI and Quad SLI Operation Guide ® This motherboard supports NVIDIA , 3-Way SLI and Quad SLI (Scalable Link Interface) technology that allows you to install up to three identical PCI ® Express x16 graphics cards. Currently, NVIDIA and Quad SLI technology supports Windows®...
  • Page 40 X299 Taichi XE Step 3 Align and insert the ASRock SLI_HB_ Bridge_2S Card to the goldfingers on each graphics card. Make sure the ASRock SLI_ HB_Bridge_2S Card is firmly in place. SLI_HB_Bridge_2S Car d ASRock SLI_HB_Bridge_2S Card Step 4 Connect a VGA cable or a DVI cable to the...

  • Page 41: Installing Three Sli

    PCI Express graphics card are connected. Repeat this step on the three graphics cards. Step 3 Align and insert the ASRock 3-Way SLI- 2S1S Bridge Card to the goldfingers on each graphics card. Make sure the ASRock 3-Way SLI-2S1S Bridge Card is firmly in place.
  • Page 42 X299 Taichi XE Step 4 Connect a VGA cable or a DVI cable to the monitor connector or the DVI connector of the graphics card that is inserted to PCIE1 slot.

  • Page 43: Driver Installation And Setup

    2.9.3 Driver Installation and Setup Install the graphics card drivers to your system. After that, you can enable the ® Multi-Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) in the NVIDIA nView system tray utility. Please follow the below procedures to enable the multi-GPU. Step 1 Double-click the NVIDIA Control Panel ®...

  • Page 44: Tm And Quad Crossfirex

    X299 Taichi XE 2.10 CrossFireX , 3-Way CrossFireX and Quad CrossFireX Operation Guide This motherboard supports CrossFireX , 3-way CrossFireX and Quad CrossFireX that allows you to install up to three identical PCI Express x16 graphics cards. Currently CrossFireX , 3-way CrossFireX...
  • Page 45 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 PCIE1 slot.

  • Page 46: Installing Three Crossfirex Tm -Ready Graphics Cards

    X299 Taichi XE 2.10.2 Installing Three CrossFireX -Ready Graphics Cards Step 1 Insert one graphics card into PCIE1 slot, another graphics card to PCIE3 slot, and the other graphics card to PCIE5 slot. Make sure that the cards are properly seated on the slots.

  • Page 47: Driver Installation And Setup

    2.10.3 Driver Installation and Setup Step 1 Power on your computer and boot into OS. Step 2 Remove the AMD drivers if you have any VGA drivers installed in your system. The Catalyst Uninstaller is an optional download. We recommend using this utility to un- install any previously installed Catalyst drivers prior to installation.

  • Page 48: M.2_Ssd (Ngff) Module Installation Guide

    X299 Taichi XE 2.11 M.2_SSD (NGFF) 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 replace mPCIe and mSATA. The Ultra M.2 Socket can accommodate either a M.2 SATA3 6.0 Gb/s module or a M.2 PCI Express module up to Gen3 x4 (32 Gb/s).
  • Page 49 Step 3 Move the standoff based on the module type and length. The standoff is placed at the nut location D by default. Skip Step 3 and 4 and go straight to Step 5 if you are going to use the default nut. Otherwise, release the standoff by hand.
  • Page 50 X299 Taichi XE M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Support List 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 ASX8000NP-256GM-C ADATA PCIe3 x4 ASX8000NP-512GM-C Crucial SATA3 CT120M500SSD4 Crucial SATA3 CT240M500SSD4 Intel...
  • Page 51 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 details: http://www.asrock.com...

  • Page 52: Chapter 3 Software And Utilities Operation

    X299 Taichi XE 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 53: A-Tuning

    3.2 A-Tuning A-Tuning is ASRock’s multi purpose software suite with a new interface, more new features and improved utilities. 3.2.1 Installing A-Tuning A-Tuning can be downloaded from ASRock Live Update & APP Shop. After the installation, you will find the icon “A-Tuning“ on your desktop. Double-click the “A-Tuning“...
  • Page 54 X299 Taichi XE 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 55 Configure up to five different fan speeds using the graph. The fans will automatically shift to the next speed level when the assigned temperature is met. Settings Configure ASRock A-Tuning. Click to select "Auto run at Windows Startup" if you want A-Tuning to be launched when you start up the Windows operating system.

  • Page 56: 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 57: 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 58 X299 Taichi XE 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 59 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 60: Bios & Drivers

    X299 Taichi XE 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.

  • Page 61: 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 62: Asrock Rgb Led

    X299 Taichi XE 3.4 ASRock RGB LED ASRock RGB LED is a lighting control utility specifically designed for unique individuals 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 63 ASRock RGB LED Utility Now you can adjust the RGB LED color through the ASRock RGB LED 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 64: Chapter 4 Uefi Setup Utility

    X299 Taichi XE 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 65: Ez Mode

    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 66: Advanced Mode

    X299 Taichi XE 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 67: Navigation Keys

    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 68: Main Screen

    X299 Taichi XE 4.4 Main Screen When you enter the UEFI SETUP UTILITY, the Main screen will appear and display the system overview. Favorite Display your collection of BIOS items. Press F5 to add/remove your favorite items.

  • Page 69: Oc Tweaker Screen

    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 70 X299 Taichi XE CPU Configuration CPU Ratio The CPU speed is determined by the CPU Ratio multiplied with the BCLK. Increasing the BCLK will increase the internal CPU clock speed but also affect the clock speed of other components. CPU Mesh Max Ratio Use this item to set the maximum OC Ratio for the CPU Mesh.
  • Page 71 Intel Speed Shift Technology Enable/Disable Intel Speed Shift Technology support. Enabling will expose the CPPC v2 interface to allow for hardware controlled P-states. Intel Turbo Boost Technology 3.0 Intel Turbo Boost Technology 3.0 enables the processor to run above its base operating frequency when the operating system requests the highest performance state.
  • Page 72 X299 Taichi XE negative offset from the Turbo Ratio Limit for AVX2 workloads. AVX3 Negative Offset AVX3 Negative Offset reduces core frequency. The AVX3 Negative Offset specifies a negative offset from the Turbo Ratio Limit for AVX3 workloads. Primary Plane Current Limit Configure the current limit of the CPU under Turbo Mode in ampere.
  • Page 73 DRAM Reference Clock Select Auto for optimized settings. DRAM Frequency If [Auto] is selected, the motherboard will detect the memory module(s) inserted and assign the appropriate frequency automatically. Primary Timing CAS# Latency (tCL) The time between sending a column address to the memory and the beginning of the data in response.
  • Page 74 X299 Taichi XE RAS to RAS Delay (tRRD_L) The number of clocks between two rows activated in different banks of the same rank. Write to Read Delay (tWTR) The number of clocks between the last valid write operation and the next read command to the same internal bank.
  • Page 75 tCCD_WR_L Configure back to back CAS to CAS (i.e. READ to RAED or WRITE to WRITE) from same rank separation parameter. tRRDS The number of clocks between two rows activated in different banks of the same rank. tRRDR Configure Read to Read different rank dead cycle Back to back READ to WRITE from different DIMM separation parameter.
  • Page 76 X299 Taichi XE tWWDD Use this item to change tWWDD setting. The default is [Auto] Advanced Setting ODT WR (A1) Configure the memory on die termination resistors' WR for channel A1. ODT WR (A2) Configure the memory on die termination resistors' WR for channel A2.
  • Page 77 ODT PARK (C2) Configure the memory on die termination resistors' PARK for channel C2. ODT PARK (D1) Configure the memory on die termination resistors' PARK for channel D1. ODT PARK (D2) Configure the memory on die termination resistors' PARK for channel D2. ODT NOM (A1) Configure the memory on die termination resistors' NOM for channel A1.
  • Page 78 X299 Taichi XE Halt on mem Training Error Use this item to enable or disable Halt on memory Training Error. Memory Test Use this item to enable or disable memory test during normal boot. MemTestLoops Set the number of memory test loops during normal boot.
  • Page 79 VTTM CD Voltage Configure the voltage for the VTTM CD. 1.0V PCH Voltage Configure the chipset voltage (1.0V). PCH PLL Voltage PCH PLL voltage helps BCLK overclocking, also slightly improves memory overclocking. VCCIO Voltage Configure the voltage for the VCCIO. VCCSA Voltage Configure the voltage for the VCCSA.
  • Page 80 X299 Taichi XE Offset Prefix Sets the offset value as positive or negative. System Agent Voltage Offset Specifies the Offset Voltage applied to the System Agent. This voltage is specified in millivolts. Offset Prefix Sets the offset value as positive or negative.

  • Page 81: Advanced Screen

    4.6 Advanced Screen In this section, you may set the configurations for the following items: CPU Configuration, IIO Configuration, Chipset Configuration, Storage Configuration, Intel® Thunderbolt, Super IO Configuration, ACPI Configuration, USB Configura- tion and Trusted Computing. Setting wrong values in this section may cause the system to malfunction. UEFI Configuration UEFI Setup Style Select the default mode when entering the UEFI setup utility.

  • Page 82: Cpu Configuration

    X299 Taichi XE 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.
  • Page 83 and applications in independent partitions, so that one computer system can function as multiple virtual systems. Intel Safer Mode Extensions (SMX) Enable/disable the Intel SMX (Safer Mode Extensions). Hardware Prefetcher Automatically prefetch data and code for the processor. Enable for better performance.

  • Page 84: Iio Configuration

    X299 Taichi XE 4.6.2 IIO Configuration IOU0 (PCIE3) Select PCIe port Bifurcation for selected slot(s). Configuration options: [x4x4x4x4], [x4x4x8], [x8x4x4], [x8x8], [x16], [Auto] IOU1 (PCIE1/PCIE5) Select PCIe port Bifurcation for selected slot(s). Configuration options: [x4x4x4x4], [x4x4x8], [x8x4x4], [x8x8], [x16], [Auto] IOU2 (PCIE2/M2_1) Select PCIe port Bifurcation for selected slot(s).

  • Page 85: Chipset Configuration

    4.6.3 Chipset Configuration Above 4GB MMIO BIOS Assignment Enable/disable above 4GB MemoryMappedIO BIOS assignment. This is disabled automatically when Aperture Size is set to 2048MB. 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 86 X299 Taichi XE PCIE5 Link Speed Select the link speed for PCIE5. 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 87: Storage Configuration

    4.6.4 Storage Configuration SATA Controller(s) Enable/disable the SATA controllers. SATA Controller Speed Indicates the maximum speed the SATA controller can support. 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 88 X299 Taichi XE Hard Disk S.M.A.R.T. S.M.A.R.T stands for Self-Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology. It is a monitoring system for computer hard disk drives to detect and report on various indicators of reliability. Third Party SATA3 Controller Enable or disable the third party SATA3 controller.

  • Page 89: Intel® Thunderbolt

    4.6.5 Intel® Thunderbolt™ Intel(R) Thunderbolt Technonogy Enable/Disable the Intel(R) Thunderbolt function. Security Level Allows you to choose a security level for the Thunderbolt ports...

  • Page 90: Super Io Configuration

    X299 Taichi XE 4.6.6 Super IO Configuration PS2 Y-Cable Enable the PS2 Y-Cable or set this option to Auto.

  • Page 91: Acpi Configuration

    4.6.7 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 Power On Allow the system to be waked up by a PS/2 Keyboard. PCIE Devices Power On Allow the system to be waked up by a PCIE device and enable wake on LAN.

  • Page 92: Usb Configuration

    X299 Taichi XE 4.6.8 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 93: Trusted Computing

    4.6.9 Trusted Computing Security Device Support Enable or disable BIOS support for security device.

  • Page 94: Tools

    RGB LED and header allows users to connect LED strip and create their unique PC style easily. 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 95 Secure Backup UEFI Whenever one of the ROM images are outdated or corrupted, switch to the other flash ROM and execute Secure Backup UEFI to duplicate the current working ROM image to the secondary flash ROM. This motherboard has two BIOS chips, an active BIOS (BIOS_A) and a backup BIOS (BIOS_B), which enhances the safety and stability of your system.

  • Page 96: Hardware Health Event Monitoring Screen

    X299 Taichi XE 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 97 CPU_OPT / W _ Pump Switch Select CPU Optional or Water Pump mode. CPU Optional Fan Control Mode Select PWM mode or DC mode for CPU Optional fan. 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.
  • Page 98 X299 Taichi XE Chassis Fan 2 Step Up Set the value of Chassis Fan 2 Step Up. Chassis Fan 2 Step Down Set the value of Chassis Fan 2 Step Down. CHA_FAN3 / W _ Pump Switch Select CHA_FAN3/CPU Optional or Water Pump mode.

  • Page 99: Security Screen

    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. Leave it blank and press enter to remove the password.

  • Page 100: Boot Screen

    X299 Taichi XE 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.
  • Page 101 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. Boot Failure Guard Message If the computer fails to boot for a number of times the system automatically restores the default settings.
  • Page 102 X299 Taichi XE 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.

  • Page 103: Exit Screen

    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 setup?”...
  • Page 104 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 https://event.asrock.com/tsd.asp...
  • Page 105 Address: Phone/Fax No: +1-909-590-8308/+1-909-590-1026 hereby declares that the product Product Name : Motherboard X299 Taichi XE 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 106 EU Declaration of Conformity For the following equipment: Motherboard (Product Name) X299 Taichi XE / 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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