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  • Page 1 Questo manuale d’istruzione è fornito da trovaprezzi.it. Scopri tutte le offerte per AsRock X299 OC Formula o cerca il tuo prodotto tra le migliori offerte di Schede Madri...
  • 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: 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 Installing the Motherboard Backplate Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM) Expansion Slots (PCI Express Slots) Jumpers Setup Onboard Headers and Connectors Smart Switches Dr.
  • Page 5 2.12.4 Driver Installation and Setup 2.13 M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Installation Guide Chapter 3 Software and Utilities Operation Installing Drivers Formula Drive 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 6 Advanced Screen 4.6.1 CPU Configuration 4.6.2 Chipset Configuration 4.6.3 Storage Configuration 4.6.4 Intel® Thunderbolt™ 4.6.5 Super IO Configuration 4.6.6 ACPI Configuration 4.6.7 USB Configuration 4.6.8 Trusted Computing Tools Hardware Health Event Monitoring Screen Security Screen 4.10 Boot Screen 4.11 Exit Screen...

  • Page 7: 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 8: Specifications

    * 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/) • Max. capacity of system memory: 64GB • Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) 2.0 • 15μ...
  • Page 9 • 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 10 • 2 x Ultra M.2 Sockets (M2_1 and M2_2), support M Key type 2242/2260/2280/22110 M.2 SATA3 6.0 Gb/s module and M.2 PCI Express module up to Gen3 x4 (32 Gb/s)** ** Supports Intel® Optane Technology ** Supports NVMe SSD as boot disks ** Supports ASRock U.2 Kit...
  • Page 11 X299 OC Formula Connector • 1 x Virtual RAID On CPU Header • 1 x TPM Header • 1 x Power LED and Speaker Header • 2 x RGB LED Headers * Supports in total up to 12V/3A, 36W LED Strip • 1 x Voltage Control Header • 1 x CPU Fan Connector (4-pin) * The CPU Fan Connector supports the CPU fan of maximum...
  • Page 12 • 1 x Dr. Debug with LED • 1 x Power Button with LED • 1 x Reset Button • 1 x Retry Button • 1 x Safe Boot Button • Rapid OC Buttons: +/- buttons to adjust OC frequency • 1 x Menu Button • 1 x PCIe ON/OFF Switch • 1 x Post Status Checker (PSC)
  • 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

    1.3 Motherboard Layout RGB_LED2 CPU_OPT/ CPU_FAN1 W_PUMP ATX12V1 ATX12V2 Power MENU BIOS _FB1 2066 Socket CLRC BTN1 USB 3.1 Gen1 T: USB1 B: USB2 VROC1 USB 3.1 Gen1 Top: T: USB3 RJ-45 B: USB4 USB 3.1 Gen2 Top: T: USB31_TA_1 RJ-45 B: USB31_TC_1 CHA_FAN2...
  • Page 15 X299 OC Formula No. Description 2 x 288-pin DDR4 DIMM Slots (DDR4_B1, DDR4_A1) 8 pin 12V Power Connector (ATX12V1) 4 pin 12V Power Connector (ATX12V2) PCIe ON/OFF Switch (SWITCH1) 2 x 288-pin DDR4 DIMM Slots (DDR4_C1, DDR4_D1) Rapid OC Button (+) (PLUS) CPU Fan / Waterpump Fan Connector (CPU_OPT/W_PUMP) CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1) Post Status Checker (PSC)
  • Page 16 No. Description USB 2.0 Header (USB5_6) TPM Header (TPMS1) Voltage Control Header (V_CTRL1) Thunderbolt AIC Header (TB1) RGB LED Header (RGB_LED1) Clear CMOS Jumper (CLRMOS1) Right Angle Front Panel Audio Header (HD_AUDIO_RA1) Front Panel Audio Header (HD_AUDIO1) Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN2)

  • Page 17: I/O Panel

    X299 OC Formula 1.4 I/O Panel No. Description No. Description USB 2.0 Ports (USB12) Optical SPDIF Out Port LAN RJ-45 Port (Intel® I211AT)* USB 3.1 Gen2 Type-A Port (USB31_TA_1) LAN RJ-45 Port (Intel® I219V)* USB 3.1 Gen2 Type-C Port (USB31_TC_1) Central / Bass (Orange) USB 3.1 Gen1 Ports (USB3_34)*** Rear Speaker (Black)
  • Page 18 ** 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 19: Chapter 2 Installation

    X299 OC Formula 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 20: 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 21 X299 OC Formula...
  • Page 22 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 23: Installing The Cpu Fan And Heatsink

    X299 OC Formula 2.2 Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink...

  • Page 24: Installing The Motherboard Backplate

    2.3 Installing the Motherboard Backplate...
  • Page 25 X299 OC Formula...

  • Page 26: Installation Of Memory Modules (Dimm)

    2.4 Installation of 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. 2.
  • Page 27 X299 OC Formula...

  • Page 28: Expansion Slots (Pci Express Slots)

    2.5 Expansion Slots (PCI Express Slots) There are 7 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 29 X299 OC Formula PCIe Slot Configurations (For CPU with 28 PCIe lanes) PCIE1 PCIE3 PCIE4 PCIE5 PCIE7 Single Graphics Card Two Graphics Cards in CrossFireX or SLI Mode Three Graphics Cards in 3-Way CrossFireX Mode or 3-Way SLI Mode Four Graphics Cards in 4-Way CrossFireX Mode PCIe Slot Configurations (For CPU with 16 PCIe lanes)

  • Page 30: Jumpers Setup

    2.6 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 31 X299 OC Formula BIOS B Select Jumper Short: Boot from BIOS B (F_BIOS_B1) Open: Default 2-pin Jumper (see p.8, No. 32) This motherboard has two BIOS chips, a primary BIOS (BIOS_A1) and a backup BIOS (BIOS_B1), which enhances the safety and stability of your system. Normally, the system will work on the primary BIOS.

  • Page 32: Onboard Headers And Connectors

    2.7 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 33 X299 OC Formula 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.8, No. 31) header. PLED+ PLED+ PLED- Serial ATA3 Connectors These eight SATA3 (SATA3_0_1: connectors support SATA see p.8, No.
  • Page 34 Front Panel Type C USB There is one Front 3.1 Gen2 Header Panel Type C USB 3.1 (26-pin F_USB31_TC_1) Gen2 Header on this (see p.8, No. 24) motherboard. This header is used for connecting a USB 3.1 Gen2 module for additional USB 3.1 Gen2 ports.
  • Page 35 X299 OC Formula 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) connectors. If you plan to FAN_VOLTAGE (see p.8, No. 30) connect a 3-Pin chassis water cooler fan, please connect it to Pin 1-3.
  • Page 36 ATX 12V Power Please connect an ATX Connector 12V power supply to this (4-pin ATX12V2) connector. (see p.8, No. 3) *The power supply plug fits into this connector in only one orientation. Graphics 12V Power This motherboard Connector provides a 6-pin Graphics (6-pin GFX_12V1) 12V power connector.
  • Page 37 X299 OC Formula RGB LED Headers These two RGB headers are used (4-pin RGB_LED1) to connect RGB LED extension 12V G R (see p.8, No. 38) cable which allows (4-pin RGB_LED2) users to choose from various LED (see p.8, No. 10) lighting effects.

  • Page 38: Smart Switches

    2.8 Smart Switches The motherboard has twelve smart switches: Power Button, Reset Button, Retry Button, Safe Boot Button, Clear CMOS Button, Rapid OC Buttons, Menu Button, PCIe ON/OFF Switch, Slow Mode Switch, LN2 Mode Switch and BIOS Flashback Button. Power Button Power Button allows users to Power (PWR)
  • Page 39 X299 OC Formula + / - Rapid OC + / - Rapid OC Buttons allow Buttons users to quickly and easily adjust OC frequency in Rapid (PLUS: see p.8, No. 6) (MINUS: see p.8, No. This overclocking behavior depends on the system configuration, such as memory capabil- ity, thermal solution, etc.
  • Page 40 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 41: Dr. Debug

    X299 OC Formula 2.9 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 42 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 43: Post Status Checker

    X299 OC Formula 2.10 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 44: Sli Tm

    2.11 SLI , 3-Way SLI , 4-Way SLI and Quad SLI Operation Guide This motherboard supports NVIDIA® SLI , 3-way SLI , 4-way SLI and Quad (Scalable Link Interface) technology that allows you to install up to four identical PCI Express x16 graphics cards. * 3-Way SLI is only supported with CPU with 44 lanes or 28 lanes;...
  • Page 45 X299 OC Formula Step 3 Align and insert the ASRock SLI_HB_ Bridge_3S Card (if you install NVIDIA® high-bandwidth graphics cards) to the goldfingers on each graphics card. Make sure the ASRock SLI_HB_Bridge_3S Card is firmly in place. SLI_HB_Bridge_3S Car d ASRock SLI_HB_Bridge_3S Card (For NVIDIA®...

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

    Repeat this step on the three graphics cards. Step 3 For CPU with 44 PCIe lanes: Align and insert the ASRock 3-Way SLI- 3S1S Bridge Card to the goldfingers on each graphics card. Make sure the ASRock 3-Way SLI-3S1S Bridge Card is firmly in...
  • Page 47 3-Way SLI-3S1S Bridge Card (For CPU with 44 PCIe lanes) For CPU with 28 PCIe lanes: Align and insert the ASRock 3-Way SLI Bridge Card to the goldfingers on each graphics card. Make sure the ASRock 3-Way SLI Bridge Card is firmly in place.

  • Page 48: Installing Four Sli Tm -Ready Graphics Cards

    Repeat this step on the three graphics cards. Step 3 Align and insert the ASRock 4-Way SLI-S111 Bridge Card to the goldfingers on each graphics card. Make sure the ASRock 4-Way SLI-S111 Bridge Card is firmly in place. ASRock 4-Way SLI-S111 Bridge Card...
  • Page 49 X299 OC Formula 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. *If possible, please plug the PSU’s power cable to GFX_12V1.

  • Page 50: Driver Installation And Setup

    2.11.4 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 51: Tm Tm Tm

    X299 OC Formula 2.12 CrossFireX , 3-Way CrossFireX , 4-Way CrossFireX Quad CrossFireX Operation Guide This motherboard supports CrossFireX , 3-way CrossFireX , 4-way CrossFireX and Quad CrossFireX that allows you to install up to four identical PCI Express x16 graphics cards. * 4-Way CrossFireX is only supported with CPU with 44 lanes or 28 lanes.

  • Page 52: Installing Three Crossfirex Tm -Ready Graphics Cards

    Step 3 Connect a VGA cable or a DVI cable to the monitor connector or the DVI connec- tor of the graphics card that is inserted to PCIE1 slot. 2.12.2 Installing Three CrossFireX -Ready Graphics Cards Step 1 For CPU with 44/16 PCIe lanes: Insert one graphics card into PCIE1 slot, another graphics card to PCIE5 slot, and the other graphics card to PCIE7 slot.
  • Page 53 X299 OC Formula Step 3 Connect a VGA cable or a DVI cable to the monitor connector or the DVI connec- tor of the graphics card that is inserted to PCIE1 slot. *If possible, please plug the PSU’s power cable to GFX_12V1.

  • Page 54: Installing Four Crossfirex Tm -Ready Graphics Cards

    2.12.3 Installing Four CrossFireX -Ready Graphics Cards Step 1 Insert one graphics card into PCIE1 slot, another graphics card into PCIE3 slot, the third graphics card into PCIE5 slot and the last graphics card into PCIE7 slot. Make sure that the cards are properly seated on the slots.

  • Page 55: Driver Installation And Setup

    X299 OC Formula 2.12.4 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 56: M.2_Ssd (Ngff) Module Installation Guide

    2.13 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 Sockets (M2_1 and M2_2) support SATA3 6.0 Gb/s module and M.2 PCI Express module up to Gen3 x4 (32 Gb/s).
  • Page 57 X299 OC Formula 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 58 M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Support List 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 Corsair...
  • Page 59 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 60: 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 61: Formula Drive

    X299 OC Formula 3.2 Formula Drive Formula Drive is ASRock’s multi purpose software suite with a new interface, more new features and improved utilities. 3.2.1 Installing Formula Drive Formula Drive can be downloaded from ASRock Live Update & APP Shop. After the installation, you will find the icon “Formula Drive“...
  • Page 62 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 63 Settings Configure ASRock Formula Drive. Click to select "Auto run at Windows Startup" if you want Formula Drive to be launched when you start up the Windows operating system.

  • Page 64: 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 65: Apps

    X299 OC Formula 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 66 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 67 X299 OC Formula 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.

  • Page 68: 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 69: Setting

    X299 OC Formula 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 70: Asrock Rgb Led

    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 71 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 72: 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 73: Ez Mode

    X299 OC Formula 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 74: 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 75: Navigation Keys

    X299 OC Formula 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 76: Main Screen

    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 77: Oc Tweaker Screen

    X299 OC Formula 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 78 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 79 X299 OC Formula 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 80 AVX2 Negative Offset AVX2 Negative Offset reduces core frequency. The AVX2 Negative Offset specifies a 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.
  • Page 81 X299 OC Formula BCLK will increase the internal CPU clock speed but also affect the clock speed of other components. 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.
  • Page 82 RAS to RAS Delay (tRRD) The number of clocks between two rows activated in different banks of the same rank. 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 83 X299 OC Formula 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 84 tWWDD Use this item to change tWWDD setting. The default is [Auto] Fourth Timing RTL (A1) Configure the round trip latency for channel A1. RTL (A2) Configure the round trip latency for channel A2. RTL (B1) Configure the round trip latency for channel B1. RTL (B2) Configure the round trip latency for channel B2.
  • Page 85 X299 OC Formula IOL (C1) Configure the IO latency for channel C1. IOL (C2) Configure the IO latency for channel C2. IOL (D1) Configure the IO latency for channel D1. IOL (D2) Configure the IO latency for channel D2. Advanced Setting ODT WR (A1) Configure the memory on die termination resistors' WR for channel A1.
  • Page 86 ODT PARK (A2) Configure the memory on die termination resistors' PARK for channel A2. 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. ODT PARK (C1) Configure the memory on die termination resistors' PARK for channel C1.
  • Page 87 X299 OC Formula Write Latency Enhance Training [Enable] Select this item to enable DDR4 Command Address Parity. [Disabled] Select this item to disable this feature. [Auto] Select this item to set it to the MRC default setting. MRC Promote Warnings Determines if MRC warnings are promoted to system level.
  • Page 88 DRAM AB Voltage Configure the voltage for the DRAM AB. VTTM AB Voltage Configure the voltage for the VTTM AB. VPPM CD Voltage Configure the voltage for the VPPM CD. DRAM CD Voltage Configure the voltage for the DRAM CD. VTTM CD Voltage Configure the voltage for the VTTM CD.
  • Page 89 X299 OC Formula Offset Prefix Sets the offset value as positive or negative. CPU Mesh Voltage Offset Configure the amount of voltage fed to the UNCores of the processor, including its cache. Increase the voltage when increasing CPU Mesh Frequency. [Auto] For optimized settings.
  • Page 90 SVID Support Enable/Disable SVID. Disabling SVID disables input voltage overrides. 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. 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 91: Advanced Screen

    X299 OC Formula 4.6 Advanced Screen In this section, you may set the configurations for the following items: CPU Configuration, Chipset Configuration, Storage Configuration, Intel® Thunderbolt, Super IO Configuration, 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 92: 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 93 X299 OC Formula Intel Virtualization Technology Intel Virtualization Technology allows a platform to run multiple operating systems 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.

  • Page 94: Chipset Configuration

    4.6.2 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 95 X299 OC Formula PCIE5 Link Speed Select the link speed for PCIE5. PCIE6 Link Speed Select the link speed for PCIE6. PCIE7 Link Speed Select the link speed for PCIE7. 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 96: Storage Configuration

    4.6.3 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. Alternate ID Alternate ID allows you to enable or disable the report for the alternate device ID.
  • Page 97 X299 OC Formula 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. It is only supported by AHCI mode. 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.

  • Page 98: Intel® Thunderbolt

    4.6.4 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 99: Super Io Configuration

    X299 OC Formula 4.6.5 Super IO Configuration PS2 Y-Cable Enable the PS2 Y-Cable or set this option to Auto.

  • Page 100: 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 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 101: Usb Configuration

    X299 OC Formula 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 102: Trusted Computing

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

  • Page 103: 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 104 Save UEFI files in your USB storage device and run Instant Flash to update your UEFI. 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.
  • Page 105 X299 OC Formula Network Configuration Use this to configure internet connection settings for Internet Flash. Internet Setting Enable or disable sound effects in the setup utility. UEFI Download Server Select a server to download the UEFI firmware.

  • Page 106: Hardware Health Event Monitoring Screen

    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 Fans 1&2, or choose Customize to set 5 CPU temperatures and assign a respective fan speed for each temperature.
  • Page 107 X299 OC Formula 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 108 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. Chassis Fan 3 Control Mode Select PWM mode or DC mode for Chassis Fan 3.

  • Page 109: Security Screen

    X299 OC Formula 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 110: Boot Screen

    4.10 Boot Screen This section displays the available devices on your system for you to configure the boot settings and the boot priority. Boot From Onboard LAN Allow the system to be waked up by the onboard LAN. Setup Prompt Timeout Configure the number of seconds to wait for the setup hot key.
  • Page 111 X299 OC Formula Boot Failure Guard Message If the computer fails to boot for a number of times the system automatically restores the default settings. CSM (Compatibility Support Module) Enable to launch the Compatibility Support Module. Please do not disable unless you’re running a WHCK test.

  • Page 112: 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 113 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...

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