ASROCK B760M PC LIGHTNING User Manual
  1. Manuals
  2. Brands
  3. ASROCK Manuals
  4. Motherboard
  5. B760M PC LIGHTNING
  6. User manual
ASROCK B760M PC LIGHTNING User Manual

ASROCK B760M PC LIGHTNING User Manual

Hide thumbs
Table of Contents

Advertisement

Quick Links

Advertisement

Table of Contents
loading

Related Manuals for ASROCK B760M PC LIGHTNING

Summary of Contents for ASROCK B760M PC LIGHTNING

  • 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...

  • 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 I/O Panel Shield Installing the Motherboard Installing SATA Drives Installing a Graphics Card Connecting Peripheral Devices...
  • Page 4 2.15 M.2 WiFi/BT PCIe WiFi Module and Intel® CNVi (Integrated WiFi/BT) Installation Guide 2.16 M.2 SSD Module Installation Guide (M2_1) 2.17 M.2 SSD Module Installation Guide (M2_2 and M2_3)

  • Page 5: 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 6: Specifications

    2DPC 2R Up to 4800+ MHz (OC), 3600 MHz Natively. • Max. capacity of system memory: 192GB • 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...
  • Page 7 B760M PG Lightning Graphics • Intel® UHD Graphics Built-in Visuals and the VGA outputs can be supported only with processors which are GPU integrated. • Intel® X Graphics Architecture (Gen 12) • 1 x HDMI 2.1 TMDS Compatible, supports HDCP 2.3 and max.
  • Page 8 • 1 x 8 pin 12V Power Connector (Hi-Density Power Connec- tor) • 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 CPU_FAN1 CPU_FAN2/WP ATX12V1 USB 3.2 Gen1 T:USB32_1 B: USB32_TC1 USB 3.2 Gen1 Top: T: USB32_3 RJ-45 B: USB32_2 CHA_FAN1/WP PCIE1 CMOS RoHS Intel Battery B760 M2_WIFI PCIE2 AUDIO BIOS CODEC CLRMOS1 PANEL1 PLED PWRBTN CHA_FAN3/WP USB_5_6 CHA_FAN4/WP SATA3_1 SATA3_0 CHA_FAN2/WP...
  • Page 11 B760M PG Lightning No. Description ATX 12V Power Connector (ATX12V1) 2 x 288-pin DDR4 DIMM Slots (DDR4_A1, DDR4_B1) 2 x 288-pin DDR4 DIMM Slots (DDR4_A2, DDR4_B2) CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1) CPU/Water Pump Fan Connector (CPU_FAN2/WP) ATX Power Connector (ATXPWR1) USB 3.2 Gen1 Header (USB32_4_5) SATA3 Connector (SATA3_3)(Lower) SATA3 Connector (SATA3_2)(Upper) System Panel Header (PANEL1)

  • Page 12: I/O Panel

    1.4 I/O Panel No. Description No. Description USB 2.0 Ports (USB_12) USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A Port 2.5G LAN RJ-45 Port* (USB32_1) Line In (Light Blue)** USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-C Port Front Speaker (Lime)** (USB32_TC1) Microphone (Pink)** DisplayPort 1.4 USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A Ports PS/2 Mouse/Keyboard Port (USB32_23) HDMI Port...
  • Page 13 B760M PG Lightning ** 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...

  • Page 14: Block Diagram

    1.5 Block Diagram...

  • Page 15: Chapter 2 Installation

    B760M PG Lightning 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 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.
  • Page 17 B760M PG Lightning 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)

    B760M PG Lightning 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. 2.

  • Page 21: Connecting The Front Panel Header

    B760M PG Lightning 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 I/O Panel Shield

    2.5 Installing the I/O Panel Shield...

  • Page 23: Installing The Motherboard

    B760M PG Lightning 2.6 Installing the Motherboard...

  • Page 24: Installing Sata Drives

    2.7 Installing SATA Drives Optical Drive SATA Drive SATA Data Cable...
  • Page 25 B760M PG Lightning SATA Power Connector SATA Data Connector...

  • Page 26: Installing A Graphics Card

    2.8 Installing a Graphics Card CLICK!
  • Page 27 B760M PG Lightning Expansion Slots (PCIe Slots) There are 2 PCIe slots on the motherboard. Before installing an expansion card, please make sure that the power supply is switched off or the power cord is unplugged. Please read the documentation of the expansion card and make necessary hardware settings for the card before you start the installation.

  • Page 28: Connecting Peripheral Devices

    2.9 Connecting Peripheral Devices...

  • Page 29: Connecting The Power Connectors

    B760M PG Lightning 2.10 Connecting the Power Connectors...

  • Page 30: Power On

    2.11 Power On...

  • Page 31: Jumpers Setup

    B760M PG Lightning 2.12 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.

  • Page 32: Onboard Headers And Connectors

    2.13 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 33 B760M PG Lightning Chassis Intrusion and Speaker Header (7-pin SPK_CI1) (see p.6, No. 19) Please connect the chassis intrusion and the chassis speaker to this header. SPK_CI1 SPEAKER DUMMY DUMMY SIGNAL DUMMY Serial ATA3 Connectors Vertical: (SATA3_0) (see p.6, No. 11) (SATA3_1) (see p.6, No.
  • Page 34 USB 2.0 Headers (9-pin USB_3_4) (see p.6, No. 17) (9-pin USB_5_6) (see p.6, No. 16) There are two headers on this motherboard. Each USB 2.0 header can support two ports. USB_5_6 USB_PWR DUMMY USB_PWR USB_3_4 USB_PWR DUMMY USB_PWR...
  • Page 35 B760M PG Lightning USB 3.2 Gen1 Header (19-pin USB32_4_5) (see p.6, No. 7) There is one USB 3.2 Gen1 header on this motherboard. This USB 3.2 Gen1 header can support two ports. USB32_4_5 Vbus Vbus Vbus IntA_PB_SSRX- IntA_PA_SSRX- IntA_PB_SSRX+ IntA_PA_SSRX+ IntA_PB_SSTX- IntA_PA_SSTX- IntA_PB_SSTX+...
  • Page 36 Chassis/Water Pump Fan Connectors (4-pin CHA_FAN1/WP) (see p.6, No. 24) (4-pin CHA_FAN2/WP) (see p.6, No. 20) (4-pin CHA_FAN3/WP) (see p.6, No. 21) (4-pin CHA_FAN4/WP) (see p.6, No. 15) This motherboard provides four 4-Pin water cooling chassis fan connectors. If you plan to connect a 3-Pin chassis water cooler fan, please connect it to Pin 1-3.
  • Page 37 B760M PG Lightning CPU Fan Connector (4-pin CPU_FAN1) (see p.6, No. 4) 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 +12V CPU_F AN_SPEED FAN_SPEED_CONTROL CPU/Water Pump Fan Connector...
  • Page 38 ATX Power Connector (24-pin ATXPWR1) (see p.6, No. 6) 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 Connector (8-pin ATX12V1) (see p.6, No. 1) This motherboard provides a 8-pin ATX 12V power connector.
  • Page 39 B760M PG Lightning SPI TPM Header (13-pin SPI_TPM_J1) (see p.6, No. 13) 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. SPI_TPM_J1 SPI_DQ2 SPI_CS0...

  • Page 40: Post Status Checker

    2.14 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 function- ing normally.
  • Page 41 B760M PG Lightning 2.15 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 42 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 43 B760M PG Lightning 2.16 M.2 SSD Module Installation Guide (M2_1) 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 2242/2260/2280 PCIe Gen4x4 (64 Gb/s) mode. Installing the M.2 SSD Module Step 1 Prepare a M.2 SSD module and the...
  • Page 44 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 Peel off the yellow protective film on the nut to be used.
  • Page 45 B760M PG Lightning Step 6 Tighten the screw with a screwdriver to secure the module into place. Please do not overtighten the screw as this might damage the module. Skip Step 6 if your M.2 SSD module is NUT2 NUT1 Type 2280.
  • Page 46 M.2 connector (3). *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 47 B760M PG Lightning 2.17 M.2 SSD Module Installation Guide (M2_2 and M2_3) 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 2280 PCIe Gen4x4 (64 Gb/ s) mode.
  • Page 48 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 49 (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 50 INTEL END USER SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT IMPORTANT - READ BEFORE COPYING, INSTALLING OR USING. LICENSE. Licensee has a license under Intel’s copyrights to reproduce Intel’s Software only in its unmodified and binary form, (with the accompanying documentation, the “Software”) for Licensee’s personal use only, and not commercial use, in connection with Intel-based products for which the Software has been provided, subject to the following conditions: (a) Licensee may not disclose, distribute or transfer any part of the Software, and You agree...
  • Page 51 U.S. GOVERNMENT RESTRICTED RIGHTS. The Software is a commercial item (as defined in 48 C.F.R. 2.101) consisting of commercial computer software and commercial computer software documentation (as those terms are used in 48 C.F.R. 12.212), consistent with 48 C.F.R. 12.212 and 48 C.F.R 227.7202-1 through 227.7202-4. You will not provide the Software to the U.S.
  • Page 52 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.

Table of Contents