Summary of Contents for ASROCK PHANTOM GAMING B760M PG LIGHTNING
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Package Contents Specifications Motherboard Layout I/O Panel Block Diagram 802.11ax Wi-Fi 6E Module and ASRock WiFi 2.4/5/6 GHz Antennas (For B760M PG Lightning WiFi) Chapter 2 Installation Installing the CPU Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink Installing Memory Modules (DIMM)
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2.13 Onboard Headers and Connectors 2.14 Post Status Checker 2.15 M.2 WiFi/BT PCIe WiFi Module and Intel® CNVi (Integrated WiFi/BT) Installation Guide (For B760M PG Lightning) 2.16 M.2 SSD Module Installation Guide (M2_1) 2.17 M.2 SSD Module Installation Guide (M2_2 and M2_3)
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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...
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B760M PG Lightning WiFi 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.
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Rear Panel • 2 x Antenna Ports (For B760M PG Lightning WiFi) • 2 x Antenna Mounting Points (For B760M PG Lightning) • 1 x PS/2 Mouse/Keyboard Port • 1 x HDMI Port • 1 x DisplayPort 1.4 • 1 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-C Port • 3 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A Ports • 2 x USB 2.0 Ports • 1 x RJ-45 LAN Port...
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• 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.
B760M PG Lightning WiFi B760M PG Lightning 1.4 I/O Panel B760M PG Lightning WiFi: No. Description No. Description Antenna Ports USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A Port USB 2.0 Ports (USB_12) (USB32_1) 2.5G LAN RJ-45 Port* USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-C Port Line In (Light Blue)** (USB32_TC1) Front Speaker (Lime)** DisplayPort 1.4...
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B760M PG Lightning: 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...
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B760M PG Lightning WiFi B760M PG Lightning * 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...
B760M PG Lightning WiFi B760M PG Lightning 1.6 802.11ax Wi-Fi 6E Module and ASRock WiFi 2.4/5/6 GHz Antennas (For B760M PG Lightning WiFi) 802.11ax Wi-Fi 6E + BT Module This motherboard comes with an exclusive 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax Wi-Fi 6E + BT v5.3 module that offers support for 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax Wi-Fi 6E connectivity standards...
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Wi-Fi Antennas Installation Guide Step 1 Prepare the SMA Wi-Fi Antenna Cables, WiFi 2.4/5/6 GHz Antennas and Plastic Cover for Wi-Fi Module that come with the package. SMA Wi-Fi Antenna Cables WiFi 2.4/5/6 GHz Antennas Plastic Cover for Wi-Fi Module Step 2 Attach the SMA Wi-Fi Antenna Cables to the WiFi Module.
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B760M PG Lightning WiFi B760M PG Lightning Ensure the WiFi Module is securely held by the protective plastic cover. Ensure the protective plastic cover is properly attached into place.
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Step 4 Insert the two RF cables into the antenna ports on the I/O shield. Step5 Secure the RF cables with the bundled screw nuts and washers.
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B760M PG Lightning WiFi B760M PG Lightning Step 6 Connect the two WiFi 2.4/5/6 GHz Antennas to the antenna connectors. Turn the antenna clockwise until it is securely connected. Step 7 Set the WiFi 2.4/5/6 GHz Antennas at 90-degree angle. *You may need to adjust the direction of the antenna for a stronger signal.
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.
B760M PG Lightning WiFi B760M PG Lightning 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.
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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.
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.
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...
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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.
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, 7, No. 22 ) CLRMOS1 allows you to clear the data in CMOS.
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B760M PG Lightning WiFi B760M PG Lightning 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, 7, No.
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Chassis Intrusion and Speaker Header (7-pin SPK_CI1) (see p.6, 7, 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, 7, No. 11) (SATA3_1) (see p.6, 7, No.
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B760M PG Lightning WiFi B760M PG Lightning USB 2.0 Headers (9-pin USB_3_4) (see p.6, 7, No. 17) (9-pin USB_5_6) (see p.6, 7, 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...
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USB 3.2 Gen1 Header (19-pin USB32_4_5) (see p.6, 7, 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+ IntA_PA_SSTX+ IntA_PB_D-...
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B760M PG Lightning WiFi B760M PG Lightning Chassis/Water Pump Fan Connectors (4-pin CHA_FAN1/WP) (see p.6, 7, No. 24) (4-pin CHA_FAN2/WP) (see p.6, 7, No. 20) (4-pin CHA_FAN3/WP) (see p.6, 7, No. 21) (4-pin CHA_FAN4/WP) (see p.6, 7, 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.
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CPU Fan Connector (4-pin CPU_FAN1) (see p.6, 7, 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 (4-pin CPU_FAN2/WP) (see p.6, 7, No.
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B760M PG Lightning WiFi B760M PG Lightning ATX Power Connector (24-pin ATXPWR1) (see p.6, 7, 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, 7, No.
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SPI TPM Header (13-pin SPI_TPM_J1) (see p.6, 7, 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...
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B760M PG Lightning WiFi B760M PG Lightning 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.
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2.15 M.2 WiFi/BT PCIe WiFi Module and Intel® CNVi (Integrated WiFi/BT) Installation Guide (For B760M PG Lightning) 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®...
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B760M PG Lightning WiFi B760M PG Lightning 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.
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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...
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B760M PG Lightning WiFi B760M PG Lightning 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.
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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. Step 7 Before securing the M.2 heatsink, make sure to align the notch on the SSD to the standoff on the...
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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...
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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.
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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...
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