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  • Page 2 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 ASRock Incorporation e-mail: info@asrock.com.tw...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Chapter 1 Introduction Package Contents Specifications Motherboard Layout I/O Panel Block Diagram Chapter 2 Installation Installing the CPU Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) Connecting the Front Panel Header Installing the Motherboard Installing SATA Drives Installing a Graphics Card Connecting Peripheral Devices Connecting the Power Connectors...
  • Page 4 2.15 M.2 SSD Module Installation Guide (M2_1 and M2_5) 2.16 M.2 SSD Module Installation Guide (M2_2) 2.17 M.2 SSD Module Installation Guide (M2_3 and M2_4)

  • Page 5: 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 6: Specifications

    • Supports DDR5 non-ECC, un-buffered memory up to 6800+(OC)* • Max. capacity of system memory: 128GB • Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) 3.0 * Please refer to Memory Support List on ASRock's website for more information. (http://www.asrock.com/) Expansion CPU: Slot • 1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 Slot (PCIE1), supports x16 mode*...
  • Page 7 Z790 PG Riptide • 1 x HDMI 2.1 TMDS Compatible, supports HDCP 2.3 and max. resolution up to 4K 60Hz • 1 x DisplayPort 1.4 with DSC (compressed), supports HDCP 2.3 and max. resolution up to 8K 60Hz / 5K 120Hz • 7.1 CH HD Audio (Realtek ALC897 Audio Codec) Audio • Nahimic Audio...
  • Page 8 • 2 x 8 pin 12V Power Connectors (Hi-Density Power Con- nector) • 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) • 1 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Header (Supports 2 USB 3.2 Gen1 ports)
  • Page 9 • 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 10: Motherboard Layout

    1.3 Motherboard Layout...
  • Page 11 Z790 PG Riptide No. Description ATX 12V Power Connector (ATX12V1) ATX 12V Power Connector (ATX12V2) CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1) CPU/Water Pump Fan Connector (CPU_FAN2/WP) 2 x 288-pin DDR5 DIMM Slots (DDR5_A1, DDR5_B1) 2 x 288-pin DDR5 DIMM Slots (DDR5_A2, DDR5_B2) Addressable LED Header (ADDR_LED3) Addressable LED Header (ADDR_LED2) Chassis/Water Pump Fan Connector (CHA_FAN2/WP)

  • Page 12: I/O Panel

    1.4 I/O Panel No. Description No. Description 2.5G LAN RJ-45 Port* USB 3.2 Gen2 Ports (USB32_34) Line In (Light Blue)** USB 3.2 Gen1 Ports (USB32_12) Front Speaker (Lime)** USB 2.0 Ports (USB_12) Microphone (Pink)** HDMI Port USB 3.2 Gen1 Ports (USB32_56)*** DisplayPort 1.4 USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-C Port (USB32_TC1) * There are two LEDs on each LAN port.
  • Page 13 Z790 PG Riptide ** Function of the Audio Ports in 7.1-channel Configuration: Port Function Light Blue (Rear panel) Rear Speaker Out Lime (Rear panel) Front Speaker Out Pink (Rear panel) Central /Subwoofer Speaker Out Lime (Front panel) Side Speaker Out *** USB32_56 are Lightning Gaming Ports.

  • Page 14: Block Diagram

    1.5 Block Diagram...

  • Page 15: Chapter 2 Installation

    Z790 PG Riptide 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 16: Installing The Cpu

    2.1 Installing the CPU 1. Before you insert the 1700-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. Otherwise, the CPU will be seriously damaged.
  • Page 17 Z790 PG Riptide 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 18: Installing The Cpu Fan And Heatsink

    2.2 Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink...

  • Page 19: Installing Memory Modules (Dimm)

    Z790 PG Riptide 2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) This motherboard provides four 288-pin DDR5 (Double Data Rate 5) 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) DDR5 DIMM pairs. 2.

  • Page 21: Connecting The Front Panel Header

    Z790 PG Riptide 2.4 Connecting the Front Panel Header Front Panel Wires System Panel Header Power SW (-) RESET SW (+) Power SW (+) RESET SW (-) Power LED (-) HDD LED (-) Power LED (+) HDD LED (+) PANEL1...

  • Page 22: Installing The Motherboard

    2.5 Installing the Motherboard...

  • Page 23: Installing Sata Drives

    Z790 PG Riptide 2.6 Installing SATA Drives Optical Drive SATA Drive SATA Data Cable...
  • Page 24 SATA Power Connector SATA Data Connector...

  • Page 25: Installing A Graphics Card

    Z790 PG Riptide 2.7 Installing a Graphics Card CLICK!
  • Page 26 Expansion Slots (PCIe 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 27: Connecting Peripheral Devices

    Z790 PG Riptide 2.8 Connecting Peripheral Devices...

  • Page 28: Connecting The Power Connectors

    2.9 Connecting the Power Connectors...

  • Page 29: Power On

    Z790 PG Riptide 2.10 Power On...

  • Page 30: Jumpers Setup

    2.11 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) (see p.6, No. 22) CLRMOS1 allows you to clear the data in CMOS.

  • Page 31: Onboard Headers And Connectors

    Z790 PG Riptide 2.12 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 (9-pin PANEL1) (see p.6, No.
  • Page 32 Power LED and Speaker Header (7-pin SPK_PLED1) (see p.6, No. 19) Please connect the chassis power LED and the chassis speaker to this header. SPK_PLED1 SPEAKER DUMMY DUMMY PLED+ PLED+ PLED- Serial ATA3 Connectors Right Angle: (SATA3_2) (see p.6, No. 16) (Upper) (SATA3_3) (see p.6, No.
  • Page 33 Z790 PG Riptide USB 2.0 Headers (9-pin USB_3_4) (see p.6, No. 26) (9-pin USB_5_6) (see p.6, No. 25) There are two headers on this motherboard. Each USB 2.0 header can support two ports. USB_3_4 USB_PWR DUMMY USB_PWR USB_5_6 USB_PWR DUMMY USB_PWR USB 3.2 Gen1 Header (19-pin USB32_7_8) (see p.6, No.
  • Page 34 Front Panel Type C USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Header (20-pin USB32_TC2) (see p.6, No. 11) There is one Front Panel Type C USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Header on this motherboard. This header is used for connecting a USB 3.2 Gen2x2 module for additional USB 3.2 Gen2x2 ports.
  • Page 35 Z790 PG Riptide Chassis Fan Connector (4-pin CHA_FAN5) (see p.6, No. 23) Please connect fan cables to the fan connector and match the black wire to the ground pin. CHA_FAN5 +12V CHA_FAN_SPEED FAN_SPEED_CONTROL 1 2 3 4 Chassis/Water Pump Fan Connectors (4-pin CHA_FAN1/WP) (see p.6, No.
  • Page 36 CPU Fan Connector (4-pin CPU_FAN1) (see p.6, No. 3) This motherboard provides a 4-Pin CPU fan (Quiet Fan) connector. If you plan to connect a 3-Pin CPU fan, please connect it to Pin 1-3. CPU_FAN1 4 3 2 1 +12V CPU_FAN_SPEED FAN_SPEED_CONTROL CPU/Water Pump Fan Connector...
  • Page 37 Z790 PG Riptide ATX Power Connector (24-pin ATXPWR1) (see p.6, No. 10) This motherboard provides a 24-pin ATX power connector. To use a 20-pin ATX power supply, please plug it along Pin 1 and Pin 13. ATXPWR1 ATX 12V Power Connectors (8-pin ATX12V1) (see p.6, No.
  • Page 38 SPI TPM Header (13-pin SPI_TPM_J1) (see p.6, No. 17) This connector supports SPI Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, 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 39 Z790 PG Riptide RGB LED Header (4-pin RGB_LED1) (see p.6, No. 28) This RGB header is used to connect RGB LED extension cable which allow users to choose from various LED lighting effects. Caution: Never install the RGB LED cable in the wrong orientation; otherwise, the cable may be damaged.
  • Page 40 Addressable LED Headers (3-pin ADDR_LED1) (see p.6, No. 27) (3-pin ADDR_LED2) (see p.6, No. 8) (3-pin ADDR_LED3) (see p.6, No. 7) These headers are used to connect Addressable LED extension cables which allow users to choose from various LED lighting effects. Caution: Never install the Addressable LED cable in the wrong orientation;...
  • Page 41 Z790 PG Riptide 1. Never install the RGB LED cable in the wrong orientation; otherwise, the cable may be damaged. 2. Before installing or removing your RGB LED cable, please power off your system and unplug the power cord from the power supply. Failure to do so may cause dam- ages to motherboard components.

  • Page 42: Post Status Checker

    2.13 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 storage is dysfunctional. The lights go off if the four mentioned above are functioning normally.

  • Page 43: Wifi/Bt Pcie Wifi Module And Intel® Cnvi (Integrated Wifi/Bt) Installation Guide

    Z790 PG Riptide 2.14 M.2 WiFi/BT PCIe WiFi Module and Intel® CNVi (Integrated WiFi/BT) Installation Guide The M.2 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 PCIe WiFi module and Intel®...
  • Page 44 Step 3 Gently insert the WiFi/BT PCIe WiFi 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 45 Z790 PG Riptide 2.15 M.2 SSD Module Installation Guide (M2_1 and M2_5) The M.2 is a small size and versatile card edge connector that aims to replace mPCIe and mSATA. The Hyper M.2 Socket (M2_1, Key M) supports type 2280 PCIe Gen4x4 (64 Gb/s) mode.
  • Page 46 Step 3 Before installing a M.2 SSD module, please loosen the screws to remove the M.2 heatsink. *Please remove the protective films on the bottom side of the M.2 heatsink before you install a M.2 SSD module. Step 4 Move the standoff based on the module type and length.
  • Page 47 M.2 heatsink into place. Please do not overtighten the screw as this might damage the module and M.2 heatsink. For the latest updates of M.2 SSD module support list, please visit our website for details: http://www.asrock.com...
  • Page 48 2.16 M.2 SSD Module Installation Guide (M2_2) The M.2 is a small size and versatile card edge connector that aims to replace mPCIe and mSATA. The Hyper M.2 Socket (M2_2, Key M) supports type 2260/2280 PCIe Gen4x4 (64 Gb/s) modes. Installing the M.2 SSD Module Step 1 Prepare a M.2 SSD module and the...
  • Page 49 Tighten the screw with a screwdriver to secure the module into place. Please do not overtighten the screw as this might damage the module. NUT2 NUT1 For the latest updates of M.2 SSD module support list, please visit our website for details: http://www.asrock.com...
  • Page 50 2.17 M.2 SSD Module Installation Guide (M2_3 and M2_4) The M.2 is a small size and versatile card edge connector that aims to replace mPCIe and mSATA. The Hyper M.2 Sockets (M2_3 and M2_4, Key M) support type 2260/2280 PCIe Gen4x4 (64 Gb/s) mode.
  • Page 51 Z790 PG Riptide Step 3 Before installing a M.2 SSD module, please loosen the screws to remove the M.2 heatsink. *Please remove the protective films on the bottom side of the M.2 heatsink before you install a M.2 SSD module. Step 4 Move the standoff based on the module type and length.
  • Page 52 Tighten the screws with a screwdriver to secure the M.2 heatsink into place. Please do not overtighten the screw as this might damage the module and M.2 heatsink. For the latest updates of M.2 SSD module support list, please visit our website for details: http://www.asrock.com...
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  • Page 56 ASRock follows the green design concept to design and manufacture our products, and makes sure that each stage of the product life cycle of ASRock product is in line with global environmental regulations. In addition, ASRock disclose the relevant information based on regulation requirements.

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