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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) The terms HDMI®...
  • Page 4 ES OF ANY KIND WHETHER UNDER THIS AGREEMENT OR OTHERWISE, EVEN IF INTEL HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. LICENSE TO USE COMMENTS AND SUGGESTIONS. This Agreement does NOT obligate Licensee to provide Intel with comments or suggestions regarding the Software. However, if Licensee provides Intel with comments or suggestions for the modification, correction, improvement or enhancement of (a) the Software or (b) Intel products or processes that work with the Software, Licensee grants to Intel a non-exclusive, worldwide,...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    -Ready Graphics Cards 2.8.2 Driver Installation and Setup M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Installation Guide (M2_1 and M2_2) 2.10 M.2 WiFi/BT Module and Intel® CNVi (Integrated WiFi/BT) Installation Guide (M2_3) Chapter 3 Software and Utilities Operation Installing Drivers ASRock Motherboard Utility (Phantom Gaming Tuning)
  • Page 6 3.2.1 Installing ASRock Motherboard Utility (Phantom Gaming Tuning) 3.2.2 Using ASRock Motherboard Utility (Phantom Gaming Tuning) 36 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...
  • Page 7 4.6.7 Trusted Computing Tools Hardware Health Event Monitoring Screen Security Screen 4.10 Boot Screen 4.11 Exit Screen...

  • Page 8: 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 9: Specifications

    Gen Intel® Core (i9/i7) support DDR4 up to 2933; Core (i5/i3), Pentium® and Celeron® support DDR4 up to 2666. * Please refer to Memory Support List on ASRock's website for more information. (http://www.asrock.com/) • Supports ECC UDIMM memory modules (operate in non- ECC mode) • Max.
  • Page 10 Z590M Phantom Gaming 4 • 1 x PCI Express 3.0 x4 Slot • 1 x PCI Express 3.0 x1 Slot • Supports AMD Quad CrossFireX and CrossFireX • 1 x M.2 Socket (Key E), supports type 2230 WiFi/BT module and Intel® CNVi (Integrated WiFi/BT) Graphics • Intel®...
  • Page 11 Gen3 x4 (32 Gb/s)** ** Supports Intel® Optane Technology ** Supports NVMe SSD as boot disks * *Supports ASRock U.2 Kit Connector • 1 x SPI TPM Header • 1 x Chassis Intrusion and Speaker Header • 2 x RGB LED Headers * Support in total up to 12V/3A, 36W LED Strip • 2 x Addressable LED Headers...
  • Page 12 • 1 x 4 pin 12V Power Connector (Hi-Density Power Connector) • 1 x Front Panel Audio Connector • 1 x Thunderbolt AIC Connector (5-pin) (Supports ASRock Thunderbolt 4 AIC Card) • 2 x USB 2.0 Headers (Support 4 USB 2.0 ports) (Supports ESD Protection) • 2 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Headers (Support 4 USB 3.2 Gen1 ports)
  • 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

    Z590M Phantom Gaming 4 1.3 Motherboard Layout CPU_FAN2/WP ATX12V1 ATX12V2 CPU_FAN1 USB 3.2 Gen1 T: USB3_1 B: USB3_2 USB 3.2 Gen1 Top: T: USB3_3 RJ-45 B: USB3_4 USB 3.2 Gen2 T: USB31_TA_1 B: USB31_TA_2 CHA_FAN2/WP CHA_FAN1/WP PCIE1 Intel Z590 PCIE2 CMOS Battery T B1...
  • Page 15 No. Description ATX 12V Power Connector (ATX12V1) ATX 12V Power Connector (ATX12V2) CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1) 2 x 288-pin DDR4 DIMM Slots (DDR4_A1, DDR4_B1) 2 x 288-pin DDR4 DIMM Slots (DDR4_A2, DDR4_B2) CPU/Water Pump Fan Connector (CPU_FAN2/WP) RGB LED Header (RGB_LED2) Addressable LED Header (ADDR_LED2) ATX Power Connector (ATXPWR1) Chassis/Water Pump Fan Connector (CHA_FAN2/WP)

  • Page 16: I/O Panel

    Z590M Phantom Gaming 4 1.4 I/O Panel No. Description No. Description LAN RJ-45 Port* USB 3.2 Gen2 Ports (USB31_TA_1_2) Line In (Light Blue)** USB 3.2 Gen1 Ports (USB3_3_4) Front Speaker (Lime)** USB 3.2 Gen1 Ports (USB3_1_2) Microphone (Pink)** HDMI Port * There are two LEDs on the LAN port.

  • Page 17: Chapter 2 Installation

    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 18: Installing The Cpu

    Z590M Phantom Gaming 4 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 20 Z590M Phantom Gaming 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 21: Installing The Cpu Fan And Heatsink

    2.2 Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink...

  • Page 22: Installing Memory Modules (Dimm)

    Z590M Phantom Gaming 4 2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) This motherboard provides four 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.

  • Page 24: Expansion Slots (Pci Express Slots)

    Z590M Phantom Gaming 4 2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI Express Slots) There are 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 25 Gen Intel® Core Processors: PCIE1 PCIE3 Single Graphics Card Gen4x16 Two Graphics Cards in Gen4x16 Gen3x4 CrossFireX Mode Gen Intel® Core Processors: PCIE1 PCIE3 Single Graphics Card Gen3x16 Two Graphics Cards in Gen3x16 Gen3x4 CrossFireX Mode For a better thermal environment, please connect a chassis fan to the motherboard’s chassis fan connector (CHA_FAN1/WP, CHA_FAN2/WP, CHA_FAN3/WP or CHA_FAN4/WP) when using multiple graphics cards.

  • Page 26: Jumpers Setup

    Z590M Phantom Gaming 4 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 (CLRMOS1) 2-pin Jumper...

  • Page 27: 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 28 Z590M Phantom Gaming 4 Serial ATA3 Connectors These four SATA3 Vertical: connectors support SATA (SATA3_0: data cables for internal see p.7, No. 11) storage devices with up to (SATA3_1: 6.0 Gb/s data transfer rate. see p.7, No. 12) * If M2_2 is occupied by Right Angle: a SATA-type M.2 device, (SATA3_2:...
  • Page 29 Front Panel Audio Header This header is for PRESENCE# MIC_RET (9-pin HD_AUDIO1) connecting audio devices OUT_RET (see p.7, No. 28) to the front audio panel. OUT2_L J_SENSE OUT2_R MIC2_R MIC2_L 1. High Definition Audio supports Jack Sensing, but the panel wire on the chassis must support HDA to function correctly.
  • Page 30 Z590M Phantom Gaming 4 CPU/Water Pump Fan This motherboard Connector provides a 4-Pin water (4-pin CPU_FAN2/WP) cooling CPU fan FAN_VOLTAGE CPU_F AN_SPEED (see p.7, No. 6) connector. If you plan FAN_SPEED_CONTROL to connect a 3-Pin CPU water cooler fan, please connect it to Pin 1-3.
  • Page 31 Thunderbolt AIC Please connect a Thunderbolt™ Connector add-in card (AIC) to this (5-pin TB1) connector via the GPIO cable. (see p.7, No. 29) *Please install the Thunderbolt™ AIC card to PCIE4 (default slot). SPI_DQ3 SPI TPM Header This connector supports SPI +3.3V Dummy (13-pin SPI_TPM_J1)

  • Page 32: Post Status Checker

    Z590M Phantom Gaming 4 2.7 Post Status Checker Post Status Checker (PSC) diagnoses the computer when users power on the machine. It emits a red light to indicate whether the CPU, memory, VGA or stor- age is dysfunctional. The lights go off if the four mentioned above are functioning normally.

  • Page 33: Tm Operation Guide

    2.8 CrossFireX and Quad CrossFireX Operation Guide This motherboard supports CrossFireX and Quad CrossFireX that allows you to install up to three identical PCI Express x16 graphics cards. 1. You should only use identical CrossFireX -ready graphics cards that are AMD certified.
  • Page 34 Z590M Phantom Gaming 4 Step 3 Connect a VGA/DVI/DP/HDMI cable from the monitor to the corresponding port on the graphics card installed to the PCIE1 slot.

  • Page 35: Driver Installation And Setup

    2.8.2 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 uninstall any previously installed Catalyst drivers prior to installation.

  • Page 36: M.2_Ssd (Ngff) Module Installation Guide

    Z590M Phantom Gaming 4 2.9 M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Installation Guide (M2_1 and 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 Hyper M.2 Socket (M2_1) supports M Key type 2280 M.2 PCI Express module up to Gen4x4 (64 Gb/s) (Only supported with 11 Gen Intel®...
  • Page 37 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. Please do not overtighten the screw as this might damage the module.
  • Page 38 PCIe3 x4 TM8FP2480GC110 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 M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Support List (M2_2) Vendor Interface ADATA SATA3 AXNS330E-32GM-B ADATA...
  • Page 39 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 details: http://www.asrock.com...

  • Page 40: Wifi/Bt Module And Intel® Cnvi (Integrated Wifi/Bt) Installation Guide (M2_3)

    Z590M Phantom Gaming 4 2.10 M.2 WiFi/BT Module and Intel® CNVi (Integrated WiFi/BT) Installation Guide (M2_3) 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 M.2 Socket (Key E) supports type 2230 WiFi/BT module and Intel®...
  • Page 41 Step 3 Gently insert the WiFi/BT module or Intel® CNVi (Integrated WiFi/ BT) into the M.2 slot. Please be aware that the module only fits in one orientation. 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 42: Chapter 3 Software And Utilities Operation

    Z590M Phantom Gaming 4 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 43: 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 44 Z590M Phantom Gaming 4 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 45 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 46: 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 47: 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 48 Z590M Phantom Gaming 4 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 49 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 50: Bios & Drivers

    Z590M Phantom Gaming 4 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 51: 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 52: Nahimic Audio

    Z590M Phantom Gaming 4 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...

  • Page 53: Asrock Polychrome Sync

    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 54 Z590M Phantom Gaming 4 Connecting the Addressable RGB LED Strip Connect your Addressable RGB LED strips to the Addressable LED Headers (ADDR_LED1 / ADDR_LED2) on the motherboard. ADDR_LED2 DO_ADDR VOUT ADDR_LED1 DO_ADDR VOUT 1. Never install the RGB LED cable in the wrong orientation; otherwise, the cable may be damaged.
  • Page 55 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 56: Chapter 4 Uefi Setup Utility

    Z590M Phantom Gaming 4 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 57: 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 58: Advanced Mode

    Z590M Phantom Gaming 4 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 59: 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 60: Main Screen

    Z590M Phantom Gaming 4 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.

  • Page 61: 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 62 Z590M Phantom Gaming 4 CPU Cache Ratio The CPU Internal Bus Speed Ratio. The maximum should be the same as the CPU Ratio. GT Frequency Configure the frequency of the integrated GPU. BCLK Frequency 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.
  • Page 63 Intel Speed Shift Technology Enable/Disable Intel Speed Shift Technology support. Enabling will expose the CPPC v2 interface to allow for hardware controlled P-sates. Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 Intel Turbo Boost Technology enables the processor to run above its base operating frequency when the operating system requests the highest performance state.
  • Page 64 Z590M Phantom Gaming 4 System Agent Current Limit Configure the current limit of the system agent. A lower limit can protect the CPU and save power, while a higher limit may improve performance. GT Current Limit Configure the current limit of the GT slice. A lower limit can protect the CPU and save power, while a higher limit may improve performance.
  • Page 65 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. Row Precharge: The number of clock cycles required between the issuing of the precharge command and opening the next row.
  • Page 66 Z590M Phantom Gaming 4 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. Four Activate Window (tFAW) The time window in which four activates are allowed the same rank. CAS Write Latency (tCWL) Configure CAS Write Latency.
  • Page 67 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. tWRRD_dd Configure between module write to read delay. tWRWR_sg Configure between module write to write delay.
  • Page 68 Z590M Phantom Gaming 4 Initial RTL (A2 Rank2) Configure round trip latency initial value. Initial RTL (B1 Rank1) Configure round trip latency initial value. Initial RTL (B1 Rank2) Configure round trip latency initial value. Initial RTL (B2 Rank1) Configure round trip latency initial value. Initial RTL (B2 Rank2) Configure round trip latency initial value.
  • Page 69 ODT PARK (B1) Configure the memory on die termination resistors' PARK for channel B1. ODT PARK (B2) Configure the memory on die termination resistors' PARK for channel B2. Advanced Setting ASRock Timing Optimization Configure the fast path through the MRC.
  • Page 70 Z590M Phantom Gaming 4 ASRock Second Timing Optimization Configure the second fast path through the MRC. Memory Training Mode Configure the Training Memory Mode. Realtime Memory Timing Configure the realtime memory timings. [Enabled] The system will allow performing realtime memory timing changes after MRC_DONE.
  • Page 71 CPU GT Load-Line Calibration GT Load-Line Calibration helps prevent integrated GPU voltage droop when the system is under heavy load. VCCSA Voltage Configure the voltage for the VCCSA. DRAM Voltage Use this to configure DRAM Voltage. The default value is [Auto]. VCCIO Voltage Configure the voltage for the VCCIO.
  • Page 72 Z590M Phantom Gaming 4 Save User UEFI Setup Profile to Disk It helps you to save current UEFI settings as an user profile to disk. Load User UEFI Setup Profile from Disk You can load previous saved profile from the disk.

  • Page 73: Advanced Screen

    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, ACPI Configuration, USB Configuration 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 74: Cpu Configuration

    Z590M Phantom Gaming 4 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. Pre-Core Hyper Threading The Pre-Core Hyper Threading feature allows you to disable Hyper Threading on specific cores.
  • Page 75 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 76: Chipset Configuration

    Z590M Phantom Gaming 4 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®...
  • Page 77 PCIE2 Link Speed Select the link speed for PCIE2. PCIE3 Link Speed Select the link speed for PCIE3. 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 78 Z590M Phantom Gaming 4 Onboard HDMI HD Audio Enable audio for the onboard digital outputs. 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. Deep Sleep Configure deep sleep mode for power saving when the computer is shut down.

  • Page 79: Storage Configuration

    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 80: Intel(R) Thunderbolt

    Z590M Phantom Gaming 4 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 81: Acpi Configuration

    4.6.5 ACPI Configuration Suspend to RAM Select disable for ACPI suspend type S1. It is recommended to select auto for ACPI S3 power saving. PCIE Devices Power On Allow the system to be waked up by a PCIE device and enable wake on LAN. I219 LAN Power On Allow the system to be waked up by the Onboard Intel LAN.

  • Page 82: Usb Configuration

    Z590M Phantom Gaming 4 4.6.6 USB Configuration XHCI Hand-off This is a workaround for OSes without XHCI hand-off support. The XHCI ownership change should be claimed by XHCI driver.
  • Page 83 4.6.7 Trusted Computing Security Device Support Enable or disable BIOS support for security device.
  • Page 84 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 85 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 86 Z590M Phantom Gaming 4 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. Fan-Tastic Tuning Select a fan mode for CPU Fan, or choose Customize to set 5 CPU temperatures and assign a respective fan speed for each temperature.
  • Page 87 CPU Fan 2 Control Mode Select DC/PWM mode for CPU Fan 2. CPU Fan 2 Setting Select a fan mode for CPU Fan, or choose Customize to set 5 CPU temperatures and assign a respective fan speed for each temperature. CPU Fan 2 Temp Source Select a fan temperature source for CPU Fan 2.
  • Page 88 Z590M Phantom Gaming 4 Chassis Fan 2 Setting Select a fan mode for Chassis Fan 2, or choose Customize to set 5 CPU temperatures and assign a respective fan speed for each temperature. Chassis Fan 2 Temp Source Select a fan temperature source for Chassis Fan 2. Chassis Fan 2 Step Up Set the value of Chassis Fan 2 Step Up.
  • Page 89 Chassis Fan 4 Setting Select a fan mode for Chassis Fan 4, or choose Customize to set 5 CPU temperatures and assign a respective fan speed for each temperature. Chassis Fan 4 Temp Source Select a fan temperature source for Chassis Fan 4. Chassis Fan 4 Step Up Set the value of Chassis Fan 4 Step Up.
  • Page 90 Z590M Phantom Gaming 4 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 Z590M Phantom Gaming 4 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 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 Z590M Phantom Gaming 4 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 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 https://event.asrock.com/tsd.asp...
  • Page 96 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 Z590M Phantom Gaming 4 Model Number : Conforms to the following speci cations:...
  • Page 97 EU Declaration of Conformity For the following equipment: Motherboard (Product Name) Z590M Phantom Gaming 4 / 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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