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  • Page 1 Questo manuale d’istruzione è fornito da trovaprezzi.it. Scopri tutte le offerte per AsRock Z390 Phantom Gaming X 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 You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure. If you require assistance please call ASRock Tel : +886-2-28965588 ext.123 (Standard International call charges apply) The terms HDMI®...
  • Page 4 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 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents Chapter 1 Introduction Package Contents Specifications Motherboard Layout I/O Panel WiFi-802.11ax Module and ASRock WiFi 2.4/5 GHz Antenna Chapter 2 Installation Installing the CPU Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) Expansion Slots (PCI Express Slots)
  • Page 6 M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Installation Guide (M2_2) 2.14 M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Installation Guide (M2_3) Chapter 3 Software and Utilities Operation Installing Drivers Phantom Gaming Tuning ASRock Live Update & APP Shop 3.3.1 UI Overview 3.3.2 Apps 3.3.3 BIOS & Drivers 3.3.4 Setting Creative SoundBlaster Cinema5...
  • Page 7 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 4.6.9 Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology Tools Hardware Health Event Monitoring Screen Security Screen 4.10 Boot Screen 4.11 Exit Screen...

  • Page 8: Chapter 1 Introduction

    ASRock’s website without further notice. If you require technical support related to this motherboard, please visit our website for specific information about the model you are using. You may find the latest VGA cards and CPU support list on ASRock’s website as well. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com.

  • Page 9: Specifications

    • 4 x DDR4 DIMM Slots • Supports DDR4 4266+(OC)*/4133(OC)/4000(OC)/3866(OC) /3800(OC)/3733(OC)/3600(OC)/3200(OC)/2933(OC)/2800( OC)/2666/2400/2133 non-ECC, un-buffered memory * 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 10 Z390 Phantom Gaming X • 1 x Vertical M.2 Socket (Key E) with the bundled WiFi- 802.11ax module (on the rear I/O) • 15μ Gold Contact in VGA PCIe Slot (PCIE1) Graphics * Intel® UHD Graphics Built-in Visuals and the VGA outputs can be supported only with processors which are GPU integrated.
  • Page 11 • Impedance Sensing on Rear Out port • Individual PCB Layers for R/L Audio Channel • Gold Audio Jacks • 15μ Gold Audio Connector • Supports Creative SoundBlaster Cinema5 1 x 2.5 Gigabit LAN 10/100/1000/2500 Mb/s (Dragon RTL8125AG): • Supports Phantom Gaming LAN Software - Smart Auto Adjust Bandwidth Control - Visual User Friendly UI - Visual Network Usage Statistics...
  • Page 12 Z390 Phantom Gaming X Rear Panel • 2 x Antenna Ports • 1 x PS/2 Mouse/Keyboard Port • 1 x HDMI Port • 1 x DisplayPort 1.2 • 1 x Optical SPDIF Out Port • 3 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A Ports (10 Gb/s) (ReDriver) (Supports ESD Protection) • 1 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C Port (10 Gb/s) (ReDriver) (Supports...
  • Page 13 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 Connector • 1 x SPI TPM Header • 1 x Power LED and Speaker Header • 2 x RGB LED Headers...
  • Page 14 PCH 1.05V, VCCIO, DRAM VPP, VCCSA, VCCST, DMI, CPU Cold Bug Killer • Microsoft® Windows® 10 64-bit Certifica- • FCC, CE tions • ErP/EuP ready (ErP/EuP ready power supply is required) * For detailed product information, please visit our website: http://www.asrock.com...
  • Page 15 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. Overclocking may affect your system’s stability, or even cause damage to the components and devices of your system. It should be done at your own risk and expense.

  • Page 16: Motherboard Layout

    Z390 Phantom Gaming X 1.3 Motherboard Layout CPU_FAN1 CLRBTN1 ATX12V2 ATX12V1 CPU_FAN2 M2_WIFI USB 3.2 Gen1 Top: T: USB3_3 2.5GLAN (Realtek B: USB3_4 RTL8125AG) USB 3.2 Gen2 Top: T: USB31_TA1 LAN1 (Intel I211AT) B: USB31_TA2 CHA_FAN4 USB 3.2 Gen2 Top:...
  • Page 17 No. Description ATX 12V Power Connector (ATX12V2) ATX 12V Power Connector (ATX12V1) CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1) CPU Fan / Waterpump Fan Connector (CPU_FAN2/WP) 2 x 288-pin DDR4 DIMM Slots (DDR4_A1, DDR4_B1) 2 x 288-pin DDR4 DIMM Slots (DDR4_A2, DDR4_B2) ATX Power Connector (ATXPWR1) Chassis Fan / Waterpump Fan Connector (CHA_FAN4/WP) USB 3.2 Gen1 Header (USB3_7_8) USB 3.2 Gen1 Header (USB3_5_6)

  • Page 18: I/O Panel

    Z390 Phantom Gaming X 1.4 I/O Panel No. Description No. Description PS/2 Mouse/Keyboard Port USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A Port DisplayPort 1.2 (USB31_TA_3) 2.5G LAN RJ-45 Port USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C Port (Dragon RTL8125AG)* (USB31_TC_1) LAN RJ-45 Port (Intel® I211AT)** USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A Ports LAN RJ-45 Port (Intel®...
  • Page 19 ** 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 Blinking Data Activity Orange...

  • Page 20: Wifi-802.11Ax Module And Asrock Wifi 2.4/5 Ghz Antenna

    Z390 Phantom Gaming X 1.5 WiFi-802.11ax Module and ASRock WiFi 2.4/5 GHz Antenna WiFi-802.11ax + BT Module This motherboard comes with an exclusive WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ax + BT v5.0 module (pre-installed on the rear I/O panel) that offers support for WiFi 802.11 a/b/ g/n/ax connectivity standards and Bluetooth v5.0.

  • Page 21: Chapter 2 Installation

    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 22: Installing The Cpu

    Z390 Phantom Gaming X 2.1 Installing the CPU 1. Before you insert the 1151-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.
  • Page 24 Z390 Phantom Gaming X 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 25: Installing The Cpu Fan And Heatsink

    2.2 Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink...

  • Page 26: Installing Memory Modules (Dimm)

    Z390 Phantom Gaming X 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.

  • Page 28: Expansion Slots (Pci Express Slots)

    Z390 Phantom Gaming X 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 29: Jumpers Setup

    2.5 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 Short: Clear CMOS (CLRMOS1) Open: Default 2-pin Jumper...

  • Page 30: Onboard Headers And Connectors

    Z390 Phantom Gaming X 2.6 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.
  • Page 31 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.9, No. 20) header. PLED+ PLED+ PLED- Serial ATA3 Connectors These eight SATA3 (SATA3_0_1: connectors support SATA see p.9, No.
  • Page 32 Z390 Phantom Gaming X USB 2.0 Headers There are two USB USB_PWR (9-pin USB_1_2) 2.0 headers on this DUMMY (see p.9, No. 26) motherboard. USB_PWR (4-pin USB3) (see p.9, No. 27) P- P+ USB_PWR USB 3.2 Gen1 Headers There are two headers on...
  • Page 33 1. High Definition Audio supports Jack Sensing, but the panel wire on the chassis must support HDA to function correctly. Please follow the instructions in our manual and chassis manual to install your system. 2. If you use an AC’97 audio panel, please install it to the front panel audio header by the steps below: A.
  • Page 34 Z390 Phantom Gaming X CPU/Water Pump Fan This motherboard FAN_SPEED_CONTROL Connector provides a 4-Pin water CPU_FAN_SPEED FAN_VOLTAGE (4-pin CPU_FAN2/WP) cooling CPU fan (see p.9, No. 4) connector. If you plan to connect a 3-Pin CPU water cooler fan, please connect it to Pin 1-3.
  • Page 35 SPI_DQ3 SPI TPM Header This connector supports SPI +3.3V Dummy (13-pin SPI_TPM_J1) Trusted Platform Module (TPM) SPI_MOSI (see p.9, No. 19) system, which can securely store RST# TPM_PIRQ keys, digital certificates, pass- words, and data. A TPM system SPI_TPM_CS# also helps enhance network RSMRST# security, protects digital SPI_MISO...

  • Page 36: Smart Switches

    Z390 Phantom Gaming X 2.7 Smart Switches The motherboard has three smart switches: Power Button, Reset Button and Clear CMOS Button, allowing users to quickly turn on/off the system, reset the system or clear the CMOS values. Power Button Power Button allows users...

  • Page 37: Dr. Debug

    2.8 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 38 Z390 Phantom Gaming X 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 39 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 40 Z390 Phantom Gaming X 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 41 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 42 Z390 Phantom Gaming X 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 43: Post Status Checker

    2.9 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 And Quad Sli Tm Operation Guide

    Z390 Phantom Gaming X 2.10 SLI and Quad SLI Operation Guide ® This motherboard supports NVIDIA and Quad SLI (Scalable Link Interface) technology that allows you to install up to two identical PCI Express x16 graphics cards. Requirements ® 1. You should only use identical SLI...
  • Page 45 Step 3 Align and insert the ASRock SLI_HB_ Bridge_2S Card to the goldfingers on each graphics card. Make sure the ASRock SLI_ HB_Bridge_2S Card is firmly in place. SLI_HB_Bridge_2S Car d ASRock SLI_HB_Bridge_2S Card Step 4 Connect a VGA cable or a DVI cable to the...

  • Page 46: Driver Installation And Setup

    Z390 Phantom Gaming X 2.10.2 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.

  • Page 47: Operation Guide

    2.11 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 48 Z390 Phantom Gaming X Step 3 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.

  • Page 49: Installing Three Crossfirex

    2.11.2 Installing Three CrossFireX -Ready Graphics Cards Step 1 Insert one graphics card into PCIE1 slot, another graphics card to PCIE3 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 PCIE3...

  • Page 50: Driver Installation And Setup

    Z390 Phantom Gaming X 2.11.3 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 51 2.12 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 Ultra M.2 Socket (M2_1) supports SATA3 6.0 Gb/s module and M.2 PCI Express module up to Gen3 x4 (32 Gb/s).
  • Page 52 Z390 Phantom Gaming X Step 3 Before installing a M.2 (NGFF) SSD module, please loosen the screws to remove the M.2 heatsink. Step 4 Prepare the M.2 standoff that comes with the package. Then hand tighten the standoff into the desired nut location on the motherboard.
  • Page 53 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 54 Z390 Phantom Gaming X 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) PCIe3 x4 WDS512G1X0C-00ENX0 (NVME) For the latest updates of M.2_SSD (NFGG) module support list, please visit our website for...
  • Page 55 2.13 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 SATA3 6.0 Gb/s module and M.2 PCI Express module up to Gen3 x4 (32 Gb/s).
  • Page 56 Z390 Phantom Gaming X Step 3 Before installing a M.2 (NGFF) SSD module, please loosen the screws to remove the M.2 heatsink. Step 4 Prepare the M.2 standoff that comes with the package. Then hand tighten the standoff into the desired nut location on the motherboard.
  • Page 57 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 58 Z390 Phantom Gaming X TEAM PCIe3 x4 TM8FP2240G0C101 TEAM PCIe3 x4 TM8FP2480GC110 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) PCIe3 x4 WDS512G1X0C-00ENX0 (NVME) For the latest updates of M.2_SSD (NFGG) module support list, please visit our website for...

  • Page 59: M.2_Ssd (Ngff) Module Installation Guide (M2_3)

    2.14 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 2230/2242/2260/2280/22110 M.2 SATA3 6.0 Gb/s module and M.2 PCI Express module up to Gen3 x4 (32 Gb/s).
  • Page 60 Z390 Phantom Gaming X Step 3 Before installing a M.2 (NGFF) SSD module, please loosen the screws to remove the M.2 heatsink. Step 4 Prepare the M.2 standoff that comes with the package. Then hand tighten the standoff into the desired nut location on the motherboard.
  • Page 61 M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Support List 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 PCIe3 x4...
  • Page 62 Z390 Phantom Gaming X 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 63: 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 64: Phantom Gaming Tuning

    Z390 Phantom Gaming X 3.2 Phantom Gaming Tuning Phantom Gaming Tuning is ASRock’s multi purpose software suite with a new interface, more new features and improved utilities. 3.2.1 Installing Phantom Gaming Tuning Phantom Gaming Tuning can be downloaded from ASRock Live Update & APP Shop.
  • Page 65 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 66 Settings Configure ASRock Phantom Gaming Tuning. Click to select "Auto run at Windows Startup" if you want Phantom Gaming Tuning to be launched when you start up the Windows operating system.

  • Page 67: 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 68: Apps

    Z390 Phantom Gaming X 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 69 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 70 Z390 Phantom Gaming X 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 71: 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 72: Setting

    Z390 Phantom Gaming X 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 73: Creative Soundblaster Cinema5

    3.4 Creative SoundBlaster Cinema5 The SoundBlaster Cinema5, powered by the SBX Pro Studio technologies, is designed to bring the same great audio experience found in live performances, films, and record- ing studios to the PC. With this utility, you can easily enhance your audio environment in five modes, including Headphones, Speakers, Music, Movie, Game, Voice and Custom.

  • Page 74: Asrock Polychrome Sync

    Z390 Phantom Gaming X 3.5 ASRock Polychrome SYNC ASRock Polychrome SYNC 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 75 Connecting the Addressable RGB LED Strip Connect your Addressable RGB LED strip to the Addressable LED Header (ADDR_LED1) on the motherboard. ADDR_LED1 DO_ADDR VOUT 1. Never install the RGB LED cable in the wrong orientation; otherwise, the cable may be damaged. 2.
  • Page 76 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 77: 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 78: Ez Mode

    Z390 Phantom Gaming X 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 79: 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 80: Navigation Keys

    Z390 Phantom Gaming X 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 81: Main Screen

    4.4 Main Screen When you enter the UEFI SETUP UTILITY, the Main screen will appear and display the system overview. My Favorite Display your collection of BIOS items. Press F5 to add/remove your favorite items.

  • Page 82: Oc Tweaker Screen

    Z390 Phantom Gaming X 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 83 CPU Configuration Performance mode Intel Performance Mode allows you to do real-time overclocking by pressing the OC button. The OC LED reminds you the Performance mode is ON. Please select the overclocking rule for Performance mode. [Disabled] Select this item to disable Intel Performance Mode. [CPU Ratio +1] , [CPU Ratio +2] and [CPU Ratio +3] Select the level of overclocking performed.
  • Page 84 Z390 Phantom Gaming X CPU Slew Rate Configure the CPU Slew Rate. Adjust the BCLK signal by defining the maximum change rate of the output voltage. Higher value will result in a shorter signal rising time. CPU PLL ORT Configure the CPU PLL ORT. Overshoot Reduction Technology improves the BCLK signal to decrease overshoot/undershoot.
  • Page 85 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. Long Duration Power Limit Configure Package Power Limit 1 in watts. When the limit is exceeded, the CPU ratio will be lowered after a period of time.
  • Page 86 DRAM Clock Choose a frequency to override to clock delay for memory training. DRAM Clock controls memory training only if ASRock Timing Optimization is disabled. Primary Timing CAS# Latency (tCL) The time between sending a column address to the memory and the beginning of the data in response.
  • Page 87 Refresh Cycle Time (tRFC) The number of clocks from a Refresh command until the first Activate command to the same rank. RAS to RAS Delay (tRRD_L) The number of clocks between two rows activated in different banks of the same rank.
  • Page 88 Z390 Phantom Gaming X tRDRD_sg Configure between module read to read delay. tRDRD_dg Configure between module read to read delay. tRDRD_dr Configure between module read to read delay. tRDRD_dd Configure between module read to read delay. tRDWR_sg Configure between module read to write delay.
  • Page 89 tWRWR_dg Configure between module write to write delay. tWRWR_dr Configure between module write to write delay. tWRWR_dd Configure between module write to write delay. Round Trip Timing RTL Init Value Configure round trip latency init value for round trip latency training. IO-L Init Value Configure IO latency init value for IO latency training.
  • Page 90 Z390 Phantom Gaming X ODT Setting ODT WR (A1) Configure the memory on die termination resistors' WR for channel A1. ODT WR (A2) Configure the memory on die termination resistors' WR for channel A2. ODT WR (B1) Configure the memory on die termination resistors' WR for channel B1.
  • Page 91 RCOMP1: DQ /CLK Ron (Drive Strength) Default is 75. RCOMP2: CMD/CTL Ron (Drive Strength) Default is 100. DQ ODT Driving Adjust ODT Driving for better signal. Default is 60. DQ Driving Adjust DQ Driving for better signal. Default is 26. Command Driving Adjust Command Driving for better signal.
  • Page 92 Z390 Phantom Gaming X Dll Bandwidth 2 Configure the Dll Bandwidth 2. Dll Bandwidth 3 Configure the Dll Bandwidth 3. MRS Setting MRS tCL Configure the tCL for Memory MRS MR0. MRS tWRtRTP Configure the tWRtRTP for Memory MRS MRC.
  • Page 93 MRC Fast Boot Enable Memory Fast Boot to skip DRAM memory training for booting faster. Voltage Configuration Voltage Mode [OC] If this option is selected, there is larger range voltage for overclocking. [Stable] If this option is selected, there is smaller range voltage for stable system. CPU Core/Cache Voltage Configure the voltage for the CPU Core/Cache.
  • Page 94 Z390 Phantom Gaming X CPU PLL Eventual Voltage Configure the CPU PLL Voltage for booting into OS. CPU PLL2 Voltage Configure the voltage for the CPU PLL2. CPU PLL2 Eventual Voltage Configure the CPU PLL2 Voltage for booting into OS.
  • Page 95 1.125V will be proper value. Bu the voltage level will be different on each processor. User has to find the best value for user’s own processor. Ring PLL Voltage Default is 0.900V. Each step is 0.015V. Adding 9 -15 steps will help CPU PLL to lock internal clock during High frequency under Ln2 cooling.

  • Page 96: Advanced Screen

    Z390 Phantom Gaming X 4.6 Advanced Screen In this section, you may set the configurations for the following items: CPU Configuration, Chipset Configuration, Storage Configuration, Intel(R) Thunder- bolt, Super IO Configuration, ACPI Configuration, USB Configuration, Trusted Computing and Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology.

  • Page 97: 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 98 Z390 Phantom Gaming X CPU C10 State Support Enable C10 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 99: 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 100 Z390 Phantom Gaming X 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. PCIE ASPM Support This option enables/disables the ASPM support for all CPU downstream devices.
  • Page 101 Realtek RTL8125AG Enable or disable the onboard network interface controller (Dragon RTL8125AG). Onboard HD Audio Enable/disable onboard HD audio. Set to Auto to enable onboard HD audio and automatically disable it when a sound card is installed. Front Panel Enable/disable front panel HD audio. Onboard HDMI HD Audio Enable audio for the onboard digital outputs.
  • Page 102 Z390 Phantom Gaming X BIOS Backup Switch Configure BIOS Backup Switch function. Onboard Button LED Enable/disable the onboard Power button and Reset button LED. Onboard Debug Port LED Enable/disable the onboard Dr. Debug LED.

  • Page 103: Storage Configuration

    4.6.3 Storage Configuration SATA Controller(s) Enable/disable the SATA controllers. SATA Mode Selection [AHCI] Supports new features that improve performance. [Intel RST Premium (RAID)] Combine multiple disk drives into a logical unit. Use RST Legacy OROM This option appears when the SATA Mode Selection is set to [Intel RST Premium (RAID)].
  • Page 104 Z390 Phantom Gaming X 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. Third Party SATA 3 Controller Enable or disable the third party SATA3 controller.

  • Page 105: Intel® Thunderbolt

    4.6.4 Intel® 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. Titan Ridge Workaround for OSUP Enable or disable Titan Ridge Workaround for OSUP.
  • Page 106 Z390 Phantom Gaming X Windows 10 Thunderbolt support Specify Windows 10 Thunderbolt support level. Disabled: No OS native support. Enabled: OS Native support only. no RTD3.

  • Page 107: Super Io Configuration

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

  • Page 108: Acpi Configuration

    Z390 Phantom Gaming X 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. ACPI HPET Table Enable the High Precision Event Timer for better performance.
  • Page 109 USB Mouse Power On Allow the system to be waked up by an USB mouse.

  • Page 110: Usb Configuration

    Z390 Phantom Gaming X 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 111: Trusted Computing

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

  • Page 112: Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology

    Z390 Phantom Gaming X 4.6.9 Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology Intel® Rapid Storage Technology provides new levels of protection, performance and expandability for desktop and mobile platforms. Whether using one or multiple hard drives, users can take advantage of enhanced performance and lower power consumption.

  • Page 113: Tools

    4.7 Tools ASRock Polychrome SYNC ASRock Polychrome SYNC allows you to adjust the RGB LED color to your liking. UEFI Tech Service Contact ASRock Tech Service if you are having trouble with your PC. Please setup network configuration before using UEFI Tech Service.
  • Page 114 Z390 Phantom Gaming X 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 pen drive before using this function.

  • Page 115: 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 Fan 1, or choose Customize to set 5 CPU temperatures and assign a respective fan speed for each temperature.
  • Page 116 Z390 Phantom Gaming X CPU Fan 2 Control Mode Select PWM mode or DC mode for CPU Fan 2. CPU Fan 2 Setting Select a fan mode for CPU Fan 2, or choose Customize to set 5 CPU temperatures and assign a respective fan speed for each temperature.
  • Page 117 Chassis Fan 2 Setting Select a fan mode for Chassis Fan 2, or choose Customize to set 5 CPU temperatures and assign a respective fan speed for each temperature. Chassis Fan 2 Temp Source Select a fan temperature source for Chassis Fan 2. Chassis Fan 2 Step Up Set the value of Chassis Fan 2 Step Up.
  • Page 118 Z390 Phantom Gaming X Chassis Fan 4 Temp Source Select a fan temperature source for Chassis Fan 4. Chassis Fan 4 Step Up Set the value of Chassis Fan 4 Step Up. Chassis Fan 4 Step Down Set the value of Chassis Fan 4 Step Down.
  • Page 119 Chassis Fan 6 Step Up Set the value of Chassis Fan 6 Step Up. Chassis Fan 6 Step Down Set the value of Chassis Fan 6 Step Down.

  • Page 120: Security Screen

    Z390 Phantom Gaming X 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 121: 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 122 Z390 Phantom Gaming X 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 123 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 124: Exit Screen

    Z390 Phantom Gaming X 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 125 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 126 13848 Magnolia Ave, Chino, CA91710 Phone/Fax No: +1-909-590-8308/+1-909-590-1026 hereby declares that the product Product Name : Motherboard Z390 Phantom Gaming X 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 127 EU Declaration of Conformity For the following equipment: Motherboard (Product Name) Z390 Phantom Gaming X/ 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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