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  • Page 1 Questo manuale d’istruzione è fornito da trovaprezzi.it. Scopri tutte le offerte per AsRock Z590 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) INTEL END USER SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT IMPORTANT - READ BEFORE COPYING, INSTALLING OR USING.
  • Page 4 Licensee’s intellectual property rights, to incorporate or otherwise utilize those comments and suggestions. TERMINATION OF THIS LICENSE. Intel or the sublicensor may terminate this license at any time if Licensee is in breach of any of its terms or conditions. Upon termination, Licensee will immediately destroy or return to Intel all copies of the Software.
  • Page 5 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 6: Table Of Contents

    Contents Chapter 1 Introduction Package Contents Specifications Motherboard Layout I/O Panel 802.11ax Wi-Fi 6E Module and ASRock WiFi 2.4/5/6 GHz Antennas Chapter 2 Installation Installing the CPU Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) Expansion Slots (PCI Express Slots)
  • Page 7 2.13 M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Installation Guide (M2_3) Chapter 3 Software and Utilities Operation Installing Drivers ASRock Motherboard Utility (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 Nahimic Audio ASRock Polychrome SYNC...
  • Page 8 4.6.5 ACPI Configuration 4.6.6 USB Configuration 4.6.7 Trusted Computing Tools Hardware Health Event Monitoring Screen Security Screen 4.10 Boot Screen 4.11 Exit Screen...

  • Page 9: 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 10: 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 11 Z590 OC Formula Gen Intel® Core Processors Expansion Slot • 3 x PCI Express x16 Slots (PCIE1/PCIE4/PCIE5: single at Gen4x16 (PCIE1); dual at Gen4x8 (PCIE1) / Gen4x8 (PCIE4); triple at Gen4x8 (PCIE1) / Gen4x8 (PCIE4) / Gen3x4 (PCIE5))* Gen Intel® Core Processors • 3 x PCI Express x16 Slots (PCIE1/PCIE4/PCIE5: single at...
  • Page 12 1 x Gigabit LAN 10/100/1000 Mb/s (Intel® I219V) • Supports Wake-On-LAN • Supports Lightning/ESD Protection • Supports Energy Efficient Ethernet 802.3az • Supports PXE Wireless • Intel® 802.11ax Wi-Fi 6E Module • Supports IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ax • Supports Dual-Band 2x2 160MHz with extended 6GHz band* support * Wi-Fi 6E (6GHz band) is not currently enabled by default due to the different regulation status of each country.
  • Page 13 Technology only with 10th Gen Intel® Core Processors ** Supports NVMe SSD as boot disks ** Supports ASRock U.2 Kit RAID • Supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5 and RAID 10 for SATA storage devices • Supports RAID 0 and RAID 1 for M.2 NVMe storage de-...
  • Page 14 • 1 x Front Panel Audio Connector (15μ Gold Audio Connec- tor) • 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) * USB_1 is from ASMedia ASM1074 hub;...
  • Page 15 • 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 16: Motherboard Layout

    1.3 Motherboard Layout BIOS CLRC CPU_FAN1 CPU_FAN2 /WP_3A _FB1 BTN1 ADDR_LED2 DRAM ATX12V1 ATX12V2 BOOT AB_SW1 RGB_LED2 M2_WIFI_1 RESET USB 3.2 Gen1 USB3_4 USB3_3 USB3_2 USB3_1 USB 3.2 Gen2 Top: T: USB31_TA_1 2.5GLAN B: USB31_TA_2 (I225V) USB 3.2 Gen2 Top: T: USB31_TA_3 RJ-45 B: USB31_TC_1...
  • Page 17 Z590 OC Formula No. Description 8 pin 12V Power Connector (ATX12V1) 8 pin 12V Power Connector (ATX12V2) 2 x 288-pin DDR4 SMD DIMM Slots (DDRSMT_A1, DDRSMT_B1) RGB LED Header (RGB_LED2) Addressable LED Header (ADDR_LED2) CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1) CPU/Water Pump Fan Connector (CPU_FAN2/WP_3A)
  • Page 18 No. Description Chassis/Water Pump Fan Connector (CHA_FAN4/WP) Chassis/Water Pump Fan Connector (CHA_FAN5/WP) Chassis/Water Pump Fan Connector (CHA_FAN2/WP) RGB LED Header (RGB_LED1) Addressable LED Header (ADDR_LED1) Thunderbolt AIC Connector (TB1) Front Panel Audio Header (HD_AUDIO1) Status OLED Chassis/Water Pump Fan Connector (CHA_FAN1/WP)

  • Page 19: I/O Panel

    Z590 OC Formula 1.4 I/O Panel No. Description No. Description BIOS Flashback Button USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C Port PS/2 Mouse Port (USB31_TC_1) 2.5G LAN RJ-45 Port (Intel® I225V)* USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A Ports LAN RJ-45 Port (Intel® I219V)** (USB31_TA_12) Central / Bass (Orange) USB 3.2 Gen1 Ports...
  • Page 20 *There are two LEDs on each LAN port. Please refer to the table below for the LAN port LED indications. ACT/LINK LED SPEED LED LAN Port Activity / Link LED Speed LED Status Description Status Description No Link 10Mbps connection 100Mbps/1Gbps Blinking Data Activity...

  • Page 21: Ax Wi-Fi 6E Module And Asrock Wifi 2.4/5/6 Ghz Antennas

    Z590 OC Formula 1.5 802.11ax Wi-Fi 6E Module and ASRock WiFi 2.4/5/6 GHz Antennas 802.11ax Wi-Fi 6E + BT Module This motherboard comes with an exclusive 802.11 a/b/g/n/ax Wi-Fi 6E + BT v5.2 module (pre-installed on the rear I/O panel) that offers support for 802.11 a/b/g/n/ ax Wi-Fi 6E connectivity standards and Bluetooth v5.2.
  • Page 22 WiFi Antennas Installation Guide Step 1 Prepare the WiFi 2.4/5/6 GHz Antennas that come with the package. Step 2 Connect the two WiFi 2.4/5/6 GHz Antennas to the antenna connectors. Turn the antenna clockwise until it is securely connected. Step 3 Set the WiFi 2.4/5/6 GHz Antenna as shown in the illustration.

  • Page 23: Chapter 2 Installation

    Z590 OC Formula Chapter 2 Installation This is an EATX 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 24: Installing The Cpu

    2.1 Installing the CPU 1. Before you insert the 1200-Pin CPU into the socket, please check if the PnP cap is on the socket, if the CPU surface is unclean, or if there are any bent pins in the socket. Do not force to insert the CPU into the socket if above situation is found.
  • Page 25 Z590 OC Formula...
  • Page 26 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 27: Installing The Cpu Fan And Heatsink

    Z590 OC Formula 2.2 Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink...

  • Page 28: Installing Memory Modules (Dimm)

    2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) This motherboard provides two 288-pin DDR4 (Double Data Rate 4) SMD 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 SMD DIMM pairs. 2.
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  • Page 30: 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 31 Z590 OC Formula PCIe Slot Configurations Gen Intel® Core Processors: PCIE1 PCIE4 PCIE5 Single Graphics Card Gen4x16 Two Graphics Cards in Gen4x8 Gen4x8 CrossFireX Mode Three Graphics Cards in Gen4x8 Gen4x8 Gen3x4 3-Way CrossFireX Mode Gen Intel® Core Processors: PCIE1...

  • Page 32: Onboard Headers And Connectors

    2.5 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 Z590 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. 32) header. PLED+ PLED+ PLED- Serial ATA3 Connectors These eight SATA3 Right Angle:...
  • Page 34 USB 3.2 Gen1 Headers There are two headers on Right Angle: this motherboard. Each Dummy IntA_PA_D+ (19-pin USB3_5_6) IntA_PB_D+ IntA_PA_D- USB 3.2 Gen1 header can IntA_PB_D- (see p.8, No. 23) support two ports. IntA_PA_SSTX+ IntA_PB_SSTX+ IntA_PA_SSTX- IntA_PB_SSTX- IntA_PA_SSRX+ IntA_PB_SSRX+ IntA_PA_SSRX- IntA_PB_SSRX- Vbus Vbus...
  • Page 35 Z590 OC Formula Chassis/Water Pump Fan This motherboard Connectors provides six 4-Pin water (4-pin CHA_FAN1/WP) cooling chassis fan FAN_VOLTAGE (see p.8, No. 43) FAN_SPEED connectors. If you plan to FAN_SPEED_CONTROL (4-pin CHA_FAN2/WP) connect a 3-Pin chassis (see p.8, No. 37) water cooler fan, please connect it to Pin 1-3.
  • Page 36 ATX Power Connector This motherboard pro- (24-pin ATXPWR1) vides a 24-pin ATX power (see p.8, No. 11) connector. To use a 20-pin ATX power supply, please plug it along Pin 1 and Pin ATX 12V Power This motherboard Connectors provides two 8-pin ATX (8-pin ATX12V1) 12V power connectors.
  • Page 37 Z590 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. 4) lighting effects.

  • Page 38: Smart Switches

    2.6 Smart Switches The motherboard has fifteen smart switches: Power Button, Reset Button, Retry Button, Safe Boot Button, Clear CMOS Button, Rapid OC Buttons, NickShih’s OC Profile Buttons, PCIe ON/OFF Switch, Slow Mode Switch, LN2 Mode Switch, BIOS Selection Switch and BIOS Flashback Button. Power Button Power Button allows users to (PWRBTN1)
  • Page 39 Z590 OC Formula + / - Rapid OC + / - Rapid OC Buttons allow Buttons users to quickly and easily adjust OC frequency in Rapid (PLUS: see p.8, No. (MINUS: see p.8, No. This overclocking behavior depends on the system configuration, such as memory capabil- ity, thermal solution, etc.
  • Page 40 Slow Mode Switch If Slow Mode is on, the (SLOWMODE1) processor runs at lowest (see p.8, No. 17) frequency. LN2 Mode Switch The LN2 mode aids in (LN2MODE1) eliminating the cold-boot bug (see p.8, No. 16) issues in processors during extreme overclocking with Liquid Nitrogen.
  • Page 41 (BIOS_FB1) users to flash the BIOS. (see p.11, No. 1) ASRock BIOS Flashback feature allows you to update BIOS without powering on the system, even without CPU. To use the USB BIOS Flashback function, Please follow the steps below. 1. Download the latest BIOS file from ASRock's website : http://www.asrock.com.

  • Page 42: Post Status Checker

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

  • Page 43: Status Oled

    Z590 OC Formula 2.8 Status OLED Status OLED shows various information of the system on a new OLED screen. It displays information of the power on self test, fan speed, temperatures, frequencies and voltages on the motherboard. With the Status OLED, you can also...

  • Page 44: Dr. Debug

    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 0x10 PEI_CORE_STARTED 0x11 PEI_CAR_CPU_INIT 0x15 PEI_CAR_NB_INIT 0x19 PEI_CAR_SB_INIT 0x31 PEI_MEMORY_INSTALLED 0x32 PEI_CPU_INIT 0x33 PEI_CPU_CACHE_INIT...
  • Page 45 Z590 OC Formula 0x63 DXE_CPU_INIT 0x68 DXE_NB_HB_INIT 0x69 DXE_NB_INIT 0x6A DXE_NB_SMM_INIT 0x70 DXE_SB_INIT 0x71 DXE_SB_SMM_INIT 0x72 DXE_SB_DEVICES_INIT 0x78 DXE_ACPI_INIT 0x79 DXE_CSM_INIT 0x90 DXE_BDS_STARTED 0x91 DXE_BDS_CONNECT_DRIVERS 0x92 DXE_PCI_BUS_BEGIN 0x93 DXE_PCI_BUS_HPC_INIT 0x94 DXE_PCI_BUS_ENUM 0x95 DXE_PCI_BUS_REQUEST_RESOURCES 0x96 DXE_PCI_BUS_ASSIGN_RESOURCES 0x97 DXE_CON_OUT_CONNECT 0x98 DXE_CON_IN_CONNECT...
  • Page 46 0x99 DXE_SIO_INIT 0x9A DXE_USB_BEGIN 0x9B DXE_USB_RESET 0x9C DXE_USB_DETECT 0x9D DXE_USB_ENABLE 0xA0 DXE_IDE_BEGIN 0xA1 DXE_IDE_RESET 0xA2 DXE_IDE_DETECT 0xA3 DXE_IDE_ENABLE 0xA4 DXE_SCSI_BEGIN 0xA5 DXE_SCSI_RESET 0xA6 DXE_SCSI_DETECT 0xA7 DXE_SCSI_ENABLE 0xA8 DXE_SETUP_VERIFYING_PASSWORD 0xA9 DXE_SETUP_START 0xAB DXE_SETUP_INPUT_WAIT 0xAD DXE_READY_TO_BOOT 0xAE DXE_LEGACY_BOOT...
  • Page 47 Z590 OC Formula 0xAF DXE_EXIT_BOOT_SERVICES 0xB0 RT_SET_VIRTUAL_ADDRESS_MAP_BEGIN 0xB1 RT_SET_VIRTUAL_ADDRESS_MAP_END 0xB2 DXE_LEGACY_OPROM_INIT 0xB3 DXE_RESET_SYSTEM 0xB4 DXE_USB_HOTPLUG 0xB5 DXE_PCI_BUS_HOTPLUG 0xB6 DXE_NVRAM_CLEANUP 0xB7 DXE_CONFIGURATION_RESET 0xF0 PEI_RECOVERY_AUTO 0xF1 PEI_RECOVERY_USER 0xF2 PEI_RECOVERY_STARTED 0xF3 PEI_RECOVERY_CAPSULE_FOUND 0xF4 PEI_RECOVERY_CAPSULE_LOADED 0xE0 PEI_S3_STARTED 0xE1 PEI_S3_BOOT_SCRIPT 0xE2 PEI_S3_VIDEO_REPOST...
  • Page 48 0xE3 PEI_S3_OS_WAKE 0x50 PEI_MEMORY_INVALID_TYPE 0x53 PEI_MEMORY_NOT_DETECTED 0x55 PEI_MEMORY_NOT_INSTALLED 0x57 PEI_CPU_MISMATCH 0x58 PEI_CPU_SELF_TEST_FAILED 0x59 PEI_CPU_NO_MICROCODE 0x5A PEI_CPU_ERROR 0x5B PEI_RESET_NOT_AVAILABLE 0xD0 DXE_CPU_ERROR 0xD1 DXE_NB_ERROR 0xD2 DXE_SB_ERROR 0xD3 DXE_ARCH_PROTOCOL_NOT_AVAILABLE 0xD4 DXE_PCI_BUS_OUT_OF_RESOURCES 0xD5 DXE_LEGACY_OPROM_NO_SPACE 0xD6 DXE_NO_CON_OUT 0xD7 DXE_NO_CON_IN...
  • Page 49 Z590 OC Formula 0xD8 DXE_INVALID_PASSWORD 0xD9 DXE_BOOT_OPTION_LOAD_ERROR 0xDA DXE_BOOT_OPTION_FAILED 0xDB DXE_FLASH_UPDATE_FAILED 0xDC DXE_RESET_NOT_AVAILABLE 0xE8 PEI_MEMORY_S3_RESUME_FAILED 0xE9 PEI_S3_RESUME_PPI_NOT_FOUND 0xEA PEI_S3_BOOT_SCRIPT_ERROR 0xEB PEI_S3_OS_WAKE_ERROR...

  • Page 50: Crossfirex Tm , 3-Way Crossfirex Tm And Quad Crossfirex

    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. 1. You should only use identical CrossFireX -ready graphics cards that are AMD certified.
  • Page 51 Z590 OC Formula 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 52: Installing Three Crossfirex Tm -Ready Graphics Cards

    2.10.2 Installing Three CrossFireX -Ready Graphics Cards Step 1 Insert one graphics card into PCIE1 slot, another graphics card to PCIE4 slot, and the other graphics card to PCIE5 slot. Make sure that the cards are properly seated on the slots. Step 2 Use one CrossFire Bridge to connect the graphics cards on PCIE1 and PCIE4...
  • Page 53 Z590 OC Formula 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 uninstall any previously installed Catalyst drivers prior to installation.
  • Page 54 2.11 M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Installation Guide (M2_1) The M.2, also known as the Next Generation Form Factor (NGFF), is a small size and versatile card edge connector that aims to replace mPCIe and mSATA. The Hyper M.2 Socket (M2_1) supports M Key type 2260/2280 M.2 PCI Express module up to Gen4x4 (64 Gb/s) (with 11 Gen Intel®...
  • Page 55 Z590 OC Formula Step 3 Before installing a M.2 (NGFF) 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.
  • Page 56 Step 6 Tighten the screw with a screwdriver to secure the module and M.2 heatsink into place. Please do not overtighten the screw as this might damage the module and M.2 heatsink.
  • Page 57 Z590 OC Formula M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Support List (M2_1) Vendor Interface 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 PCIe3 x4 CSSD-F240GBMP500 Intel...
  • Page 58 2.12 M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Installation Guide (M2_2) The M.2, also known as the Next Generation Form Factor (NGFF), is a small size and versatile card edge connector that aims to replace mPCIe and mSATA. The Ultra M.2 Socket (M2_2) supports M Key type 2260/2280 M.2 SATA3 6.0 Gb/s module and M.2 PCI Express module up to Gen3 x4 (32 Gb/s).
  • Page 59 Z590 OC Formula Step 3 Before installing a M.2 (NGFF) 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.
  • Page 60 Step 6 Tighten the screw with a screwdriver to secure the module and M.2 heatsink into place. Please do not overtighten the screw as this might damage the module and M.2 heatsink.
  • Page 61 Z590 OC Formula M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Support List (M2_2) Vendor Interface ADATA SATA3 AXNS381E-128GM-B ADATA SATA3 AXNS381E-256GM-B ADATA SATA3 ASU800NS38-256GT-C ADATA SATA3 ASU800NS38-512GT-C ADATA PCIe3 x4 ASX7000NP-128GT-C ADATA PCIe3 x4 ASX8000NP-256GM-C ADATA PCIe3 x4 ASX7000NP-256GT-C ADATA PCIe3 x4 ASX8000NP-512GM-C ADATA...
  • Page 62 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 63 Z590 OC Formula 2.13 M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module 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 Ultra M.2 Socket (M2_3) supports M Key type 2260/2280/22110 M.2 SATA3 6.0 Gb/s module and M.2...
  • Page 64 Step 3 Before installing a M.2 (NGFF) 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 Prepare the M.2 standoff that comes with the package.
  • Page 65 Z590 OC Formula Step 6 Tighten the screw with a screwdriver to secure the module and M.2 heatsink into place. Please do not overtighten the screw as this might damage the module and M.2 heatsink.
  • Page 66 M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Support List (M2_3) Vendor Interface ADATA SATA3 AXNS330E-32GM-B ADATA SATA3 AXNS381E-128GM-B ADATA SATA3 AXNS381E-256GM-B ADATA SATA3 ASU800NS38-256GT-C ADATA SATA3 ASU800NS38-512GT-C ADATA PCIe3 x4 ASX7000NP-128GT-C ADATA PCIe3 x4 ASX8000NP-256GM-C ADATA PCIe3 x4 ASX7000NP-256GT-C ADATA PCIe3 x4 ASX8000NP-512GM-C ADATA PCIe3 x4 ASX7000NP-512GT-C Apacer...
  • Page 67 Z590 OC Formula TEAM PCIe3 x4 TM8FP2240G0C101 TEAM PCIe3 x4 TM8FP2480GC110 Transcend SATA3 TS256GMTS400 Transcend SATA3 TS512GMTS600 Transcend SATA3 TS512GMTS800 V-Color SATA3 VLM100-120G-2280B-RD V-Color SATA3 VLM100-240G-2280RGB V-Color SATA3 VSM100-240G-2280 V-Color SATA3 VLM100-240G-2280B-RD SATA3 WDS100T1B0B-00AS40 SATA3 WDS240G1G0B-00RC30 PCIe3 x4 WDS256G1X0C-00ENX0 (NVME)

  • Page 68: 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 69: Asrock Motherboard Utility (Formula Drive)

    3.2.1 Installing ASRock Motherboard Utility (Formula Drive) ASRock Motherboard Utility (Formula Drive) can be downloaded from ASRock Live Update & APP Shop. After the installation, you will find the icon “ASRock Motherboard Utility (Formula Drive)“ on your desktop. Double-click the “ASRock Motherboard Utility (Formula Drive)“...
  • Page 70 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 71 Settings Configure ASRock ASRock Motherboard Utility (Formula Drive). Click to select "Auto run at Windows Startup" if you want ASRock Motherboard Utility (Formula Drive) to be launched when you start up the Windows operating system.

  • Page 72: 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 73: Apps

    Z590 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 74 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 75 Z590 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.

  • Page 76: 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 77: Setting

    Z590 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 78: Nahimic Audio

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

  • Page 79: Asrock Polychrome Sync

    Z590 OC Formula 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 80 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 RESET 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 81 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 82: 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 83: Ez Mode

    Z590 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 84: 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 85: Navigation Keys

    Z590 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 86: Main Screen

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

  • Page 87: Oc Tweaker Screen

    Z590 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 88 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. CPU PLL Spread Spectrum Enable Spread Spectrum to reduce electromagnetic interference for passing EMI tests.
  • Page 89 Z590 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-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 90 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. DRAM Configuration Memory Information Allows users to browse the serial presence detect (SPD) and Intel extreme memory profile (XMP) for DDR4 modules.
  • Page 91 Z590 OC Formula Command Rate (CR) The delay between when a memory chip is selected and when the first active command can be issued. Secondary Timing Write Recovery Time (tWR) The amount of delay that must elapse after the completion of a valid write operation, before an active bank can be precharged.
  • Page 92 Third Timing tREFI Configure refresh cycles at an average periodic interval. tCKE Configure the period of time the DDR4 initiates a minimum of one refresh command internally once it enters Self-Refresh mode. Turn Around Timing Turn Around Timing Optimization tRDRD_sg Configure between module read to read delay.
  • Page 93 Z590 OC Formula 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. tWRWR_dg Configure between module write to write delay. tWRWR_dr Configure between module write to write delay.
  • Page 94 Initial IOL (A2) Configure IO latency initial value. Initial IOL (B1) Configure IO latency initial value. Initial IOL (B2) Configure IO latency initial value. IOL (A1 Rank1) Configure IO latency. IOL (A1 Rank2) Configure IO latency. IOL (B1 Rank1) Configure IO latency. IOL (B1 Rank2) Configure IO latency.
  • Page 95 Z590 OC Formula ODT NOM (B1) Use this to change ODT (CH B1) Auto/Manual settings. The default is [Auto]. ODT PARK (A1) Configure the memory on die termination resistors' PARK for channel A1. ODT PARK (B1) Configure the memory on die termination resistors' PARK for channel B1.
  • Page 96 MRC_DONE. Reset for MRC Failed Reset system after MRC training is failed. Train on Warm Boot When enabled, memory training will be executed when warm boot. MRC Fast Boot Enable Memory Fast Boot to skip DRAM memory training for booting faster. Voltage Configuration Voltage Mode [OC]: Larger range voltage for overclocking.
  • Page 97 Z590 OC Formula VCCIO Voltage Configure the voltage for the VCCIO. VCC PLL Voltage Configure the voltage for the VCC PLL. VCCIO_Memory Voltage Configure the voltage for the VCCIO_Memory. DRAM Activating Power Supply Configure the voltage for the DRAM Activating Power Supply.
  • Page 98 System Agent PLL Voltage Default is 0.900V. Each step is 0.0175V. Adding 9~15 steps will help CPU PLL to lock internal clock during High frequency under Ln2 cooling. For Example: 1.0575V ~ 1.1625V will be proper value. But the voltage level will be different on each processor.

  • Page 99: Advanced Screen

    Z590 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(R) Thunderbolt, ACPI Configuration, USB Configuration and Trusted Computing. Setting wrong values in this section may cause the system to malfunction.

  • Page 100: 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. Pre-Core Hyper Threading The Pre-Core Hyper Threading feature allows you to disable Hyper Threading on specific cores.
  • Page 101 Z590 OC Formula CPU C7 State Support Enable C7 deep sleep state for lower power consumption. 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.

  • Page 102: Chipset Configuration

    4.6.2 Chipset Configuration Primary Graphics Adapter Select a primary VGA. Above 4G Decoding Enable or disable 64bit capable Devices to be decoded in Above 4G Address Space (only if the system supports 64 bit PCI decoding). VT-d Intel® Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O helps your virtual machine monitor better utilize hardware by improving application compatibility and reliability, and providing additional levels of manageability, security, isolation, and I/O performance.
  • Page 103 Z590 OC Formula PCIE2 Link Speed Select the link speed for PCIE2. PCIE3 Link Speed Select the link speed for PCIE3. PCIE4 Link Speed Select the link speed for PCIE4. PCIE5 Link Speed Select the link speed for PCIE5. PCI Express Native Control Select Enable for enhanced PCI Express power saving in OS.
  • Page 104 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. Restore on AC/Power Loss Select the power state after a power failure. If [Power Off] is selected, the power will remain off when the power recovers.

  • Page 105: Storage Configuration

    Z590 OC Formula 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 106 Third Party SATA3 Hot Plug Enable or disable the third party SATA3 controller. Third Party SATA3 Mode AHCI: Supports new features that improve performance.

  • Page 107: Intel(R) Thunderbolt

    Z590 OC Formula 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.

  • Page 108: 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. PS/2 Keyboard S4/S5 Wakeup Support Allow the system to be waked up by a PS/2 Keyboard in S4/S5. PCIE Devices Power On Allow the system to be waked up by a PCIE device and enable wake on LAN.

  • Page 109: Usb Configuration

    Z590 OC Formula 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 110: Trusted Computing

    4.6.7 Trusted Computing Security Device Support Enable or disable BIOS support for security device. Disable Block Sid Override to allow SID authentication in TCG Storage device.

  • Page 111: Tools

    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 112 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...

  • Page 113: Hardware Health Event Monitoring Screen

    Z590 OC Formula 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 114 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. MOS Fan 1 Setting Select a fan mode for MOS Fan 1, or choose Customize to set 5 CPU temperatures and assign a respective fan speed for each temperature.
  • Page 115 Z590 OC Formula Allow Fan Stop This function allow fan to run at 0% duty cycle when the temperature of source is dropped below temperature 1. CHA_FAN3 / W_PUMP Switch Select Chassis Fan 3 or Water Pump mode. Chassis Fan 3 Control Mode Select PWM mode or DC mode for Chassis Fan 3.
  • Page 116 CHA_FAN5 / W_PUMP Switch Select Chassis Fan 5 or Water Pump mode. Chassis Fan 5 Control Mode Select PWM mode or DC mode for Chassis Fan 5. Chassis Fan 5 Setting Select a fan mode for Chassis Fan 5, or choose Customize to set 5 CPU temperatures and assign a respective fan speed for each temperature.

  • Page 117: Security Screen

    Z590 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 118: 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. 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 119 Z590 OC Formula Full Screen Logo Enable to display the boot logo or disable to show normal POST messages. AddOn ROM Display Enable AddOn ROM Display to see the AddOn ROM messages or configure the AddOn ROM if you've enabled Full Screen Logo. Disable for faster boot speed.
  • Page 120 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 121: Exit Screen

    Z590 OC Formula 4.11 Exit Screen Save Changes and Exit When you select this option the following message, “Save configuration changes and exit setup?” will pop out. Select [OK] to save changes and exit the UEFI SETUP UTILITY. Discard Changes and Exit When you select this option the following message, “Discard changes and exit...
  • Page 122 Contact Information If you need to contact ASRock or want to know more about ASRock, you’re welcome to visit ASRock’s website at http://www.asrock.com; or you may contact your dealer for further information. For technical questions, please submit a support request form at http://www.asrock.com/support/tsd.asp...
  • Page 123 13848 Magnolia Ave, Chino, CA91710 Phone/Fax No: +1-909-590-8308/+1-909-590-1026 hereby declares that the product Product Name : Motherboard Z590 OC Formula 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 124 EU Declaration of Conformity For the following equipment: Motherboard (Product Name) Z590 OC Formula / 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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