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  • Page 1 Questo manuale d’istruzione è fornito da trovaprezzi.it. Scopri tutte le offerte per AsRock Z390 Phantom Gaming 6 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: Table Of Contents

    Contents Chapter 1 Introduction Package Contents Specifications Motherboard Layout I/O Panel Chapter 2 Installation Installing the CPU Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) Expansion Slots (PCI Express Slots) Jumpers Setup Onboard Headers and Connectors Smart Switches Dr.
  • Page 5 Chapter 3 Software and Utilities Operation Installing Drivers Phantom Gaming Tuning 3.2.1 Installing Phantom Gaming Tuning 3.2.2 Using 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 6 4.6.2 Chipset Configuration 4.6.3 Storage Configuration 4.6.4 Intel® Thunderbolt 4.6.5 Super IO Configuration 4.6.6 ACPI Configuration 4.6.7 USB Configuration 4.6.8 Trusted Computing Tools Hardware Health Event Monitoring Screen Security Screen 4.10 Boot Screen 4.11 Exit Screen...

  • Page 7: Chapter 1 Introduction

    If you require technical support related to this mother- board, please visit our website for specific information about the model you are using. You may find the latest VGA cards and CPU support list on ASRock’s website as well. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com.

  • Page 8: Specifications

    • Supports DDR4 4300+(OC)*/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. capacity of system memory: 64GB • Supports Intel®...
  • Page 9 Z390 Phantom Gaming 6 • 1 x M.2 Socket (Key E), supports type 2230 WiFi/BT module • 15μ Gold Contact in VGA PCIe Slot (PCIE2) Graphics • Intel® UHD Graphics Built-in Visuals and the VGA outputs can be supported only with processors which are GPU integrated.
  • Page 10 • Impedance Sensing on Rear Out port • Individual PCB Layers for R/L Audio Channel • RGB LED • 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...
  • Page 11 Z390 Phantom Gaming 6 • 2 x RJ-45 LAN Ports with LED (ACT/LINK LED and SPEED LED) • HD Audio Jacks: Rear Speaker / Central / Bass / Line in / Front Speaker / Microphone (Gold Audio Jacks) Storage • 6 x SATA3 6.0 Gb/s Connectors, support RAID (RAID 0,...
  • Page 12 • 3 x Chassis/Water Pump Fan Connectors (4-pin) (Smart Fan Speed Control) * The Chassis/Water Pump Fan supports the water cooler fan of maximum 2A (24W) fan power. * CPU_FAN2/WP, CHA_FAN1/WP, CHA_FAN2/WP and CHA_FAN3/WP can auto detect if 3-pin or 4-pin fan is in use. • 1 x 24 pin ATX Power Connector (Hi-Density Power Connector) • 1 x 8 pin 12V Power Connector (Hi-Density Power...
  • Page 13 • ErP/EuP ready (ErP/EuP ready power supply is required) tions * For detailed product information, please visit our website: http://www.asrock.com Please realize that there is a certain risk involved with overclocking, including adjusting the setting in the BIOS, applying Untied Overclocking Technology, or using third-party overclocking tools.

  • Page 14: Motherboard Layout

    USB 3.1 Gen1 Top: T: USB3 RJ-45 B: USB4 USB 3.1 Gen2 Top: T: USB31_TA_1 RJ-45 B: USB31_TC_1 CHA_FAN1/WP USB31_TC_2 PCIE1 Ultra M.2 Z390 PHANTOM GAMING 6 PCIe Gen3 x4 PCIE2 Intel CMOS Battery Z390 CLRMOS1 PCIE3 AUDIO CODEC RoHS PCIE4 PCIE5...
  • Page 15 Z390 Phantom Gaming 6 No. Description 8 pin 12V Power Connector (ATX12V1) 4 pin 12V Power Connector (ATX12V2) CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1) CPU/Water Pump 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)

  • Page 16: I/O Panel

    1.4 I/O Panel No. Description No. Description PS/2 Mouse/Keyboard Port Optical SPDIF Out Port D-Sub Port Antenna Bracket LAN RJ-45 Port (Dragon RTL8125AG)* USB 3.1 Gen2 Type-A Port (USB31_TA_1) LAN RJ-45 Port (Intel® I219V)** USB 3.1 Gen2 Type-C Port (USB31_TC_1) Central / Bass (Orange) USB 3.1 Gen1 Ports (USB3_34) Rear Speaker (Black)
  • Page 17 Z390 Phantom Gaming 6 * 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...

  • Page 18: 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 19: Installing The Cpu

    Z390 Phantom Gaming 6 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. Do not force to insert the CPU into the socket if above situation is found.
  • Page 21 Z390 Phantom Gaming 6 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 22: Installing The Cpu Fan And Heatsink

    2.2 Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink...

  • Page 23: Installing Memory Modules (Dimm)

    Z390 Phantom Gaming 6 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 25: Expansion Slots (Pci Express Slots)

    Z390 Phantom Gaming 6 2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI Express Slots) There are 6 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 26: 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 (CLRCMOS1) Open: Default 2-pin Jumper...

  • Page 27: Onboard Headers And Connectors

    Z390 Phantom Gaming 6 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 28 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. 20) header. PLED+ PLED+ PLED- Serial ATA3 Connectors These eight SATA3 (SATA3_4_5: connectors support SATA see p.8, No.
  • Page 29 Z390 Phantom Gaming 6 USB 3.1 Gen1 Headers There are two headers on Vbus Vbus Vbus IntA_PB_SSRX- (19-pin USB3_5_6) this motherboard. Each IntA_PB_SSRX+ IntA_PA_SSRX- IntA_PA_SSRX+ (see p.8, No. 10) USB 3.1 Gen1 header can IntA_PB_SSTX- IntA_PA_SSTX- IntA_PB_SSTX+ (19-pin USB3_7_8) support two ports.
  • Page 30 Chassis/Water Pump Fan This motherboard FAN_VOLTAGE Connectors provides three 4-Pin water FAN_SPEED FAN_SPEED_CONTROL (4-pin CHA_FAN1/WP) cooling chassis fan (see p.8, No. 32) connectors. If you plan to connect a 3-Pin chassis water cooler fan, please (4-pin CHA_FAN2/WP) connect it to Pin 1-3. FAN_VOLTAGE FAN_SPEED (see p.8, No.
  • Page 31 Z390 Phantom Gaming 6 ATX 12V Power This motherboard Connector provides an 8-pin ATX (8-pin ATX12V1) 12V power connector. To (see p.8, No. 1) use a 4-pin ATX power supply, please plug it along Pin 1 and Pin 5. ATX 12V Power...
  • Page 32 RGB LED Headers RGB header is used to connect (4-pin RGB_LED1) RGB LED extension cable which 12V G R (see p.8, No. 28) allows users to choose from vari- (4-pin RGB_LED2) ous LED lighting effects. (see p.8, No. 27) Caution: Never install the RGB LED cable in the wrong orienta- tion;...

  • Page 33: Smart Switches

    Z390 Phantom Gaming 6 2.7 Smart Switches The motherboard has two smart switches: Power Button and Reset Button, allowing users to quickly turn on/off the system or reset the system. Power Button Power Button allows users (PWRBTN) to quickly turn on/off the Power (see p.8, No.

  • Page 34: 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 Please check if the CPU is installed correctly and then clear CMOS.
  • Page 35 Z390 Phantom Gaming 6 Problem related to USB devices. Please try removing all USB devices. Problem related to memory. Please re-install the CPU and memory then clear CMOS. If the problem still exists, please install only one memory module or try using other memory modules.

  • Page 36: Sli Tm And Quad Sli

    2.9 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 -ready graphics cards that are NVIDIA certified.
  • Page 37 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. *Nvidia RTX SLI Bridge does not come with the package. Please purchase it from Nvidia if necessary.

  • Page 38: Driver Installation And Setup

    2.9.2 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. For SLI and Quad SLI mode...

  • Page 39: Crossfirex Operation Guide

    Z390 Phantom Gaming 6 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 40 Step 3 Connect a VGA cable or a DVI cable to the monitor connector or the DVI connec- tor of the graphics card that is inserted to PCIE2 slot.

  • Page 41: Installing Three Crossfirex

    Z390 Phantom Gaming 6 2.10.2 Installing Three CrossFireX -Ready Graphics Cards Step 1 Insert one graphics card into PCIE2 slot, another graphics card to PCIE4 slot, and the other graphics card to PCIE6 slot. Make sure that the cards are properly seated on the slots.

  • Page 42: Driver Installation And Setup

    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 un- install any previously installed Catalyst drivers prior to installation.

  • Page 43: Wifi/Bt Module And Intel® Cnvi (Integrated Wifi/Bt)

    Z390 Phantom Gaming 6 2.11 M.2 WiFi/BT Module and Intel® CNVi (Integrated WiFi/BT) 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 M.2 Socket (Key E) supports type 2230 WiFi/BT module and Intel®...
  • Page 44 Step 3 Gently insert the WiFi/BT 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 45: M.2_Ssd (Ngff) Module Installation Guide

    Z390 Phantom Gaming 6 2.12 M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Installation Guide (M2_1 and 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 Sockets (M2_1 and M2_2) support SATA3 6.0 Gb/s module and M.2 PCI Express module...
  • Page 46 Step 3 Before installing a M.2 (NGFF) SSD module, please loosen the screws to remove the M.2 heatsink. *If you are installing M.2_SSD (NGFF) module into the M2_1, skip this step. Step4 Align and gently insert the M.2 (NGFF) SSD module into the M.2 slot.
  • Page 47 Z390 Phantom Gaming 6 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...
  • Page 48 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 49: Chapter 3 Software And Utilities Operation

    Z390 Phantom Gaming 6 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 50: Phantom Gaming Tuning

    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 51 Z390 Phantom Gaming 6 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 52 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 53: 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 54: Apps

    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 55 Z390 Phantom Gaming 6 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...
  • Page 56 Upgrading an App You can only upgrade the apps you have already installed. When there is an available new version for your app, you will find the mark of "New Version" appears below the installed app icon. Step 1 Click on the app icon to see more details. Step 2 Click on the yellow icon to start upgrading.

  • Page 57: Bios & Drivers

    Z390 Phantom Gaming 6 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.

  • Page 58: Setting

    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 59: Creative Soundblaster Cinema5

    Z390 Phantom Gaming 6 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 recording 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 60: Asrock Polychrome Rgb

    3.5 ASRock Polychrome RGB ASRock Polychrome RGB is a lighting control utility specifically designed for unique individuals with sophisticated tastes to build their own stylish colorful lighting system. Simply by connect- ing the LED strip, you can customize various lighting schemes and patterns, including Static, Breathing, Strobe, Cycling, Music, Wave and more.
  • Page 61 Z390 Phantom Gaming 6 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.
  • Page 62 ASRock Polychrome RGB Utility Now you can adjust the RGB LED color through the ASRock Polychrome RGB 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 63: Chapter 4 Uefi Setup Utility

    Z390 Phantom Gaming 6 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 64: Ez Mode

    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 65: Advanced Mode

    Z390 Phantom Gaming 6 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 66: Navigation Keys

    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 67: Main Screen

    Z390 Phantom Gaming 6 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 68: Oc Tweaker Screen

    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 69 Z390 Phantom Gaming 6 CPU Configuration Boot Performance Mode Default is Max Non-Turbo performance mode. It will keep cpu Flex-ratio till OS handoff. Max Battery mode will set CPU ratio as x8 till OS handoff. This option is suggested for BCLK overclocking.
  • Page 70 Intel Turbo Boost Technology Intel Turbo Boost Technology enables the processor to run above its base operating frequency when the operating system requests the highest performance state. 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.
  • Page 71 Z390 Phantom Gaming 6 DRAM Frequency If [Auto] is selected, the motherboard will detect the memory module(s) inserted and assign the appropriate frequency automatically. Primary Timing CAS# Latency (tCL) The time between sending a column address to the memory and the beginning of the data in response.
  • Page 72 Write to Read Delay (tWTR_L) The number of clocks between the last valid write operation and the next read command to the same internal bank. Write to Read Delay (tWTR_S) The number of clocks between the last valid write operation and the next read command to the same internal bank.
  • Page 73 Z390 Phantom Gaming 6 Configure between module read to write delay. tRDWR_dg Configure between module read to write delay. tRDWR_dr Configure between module read to write delay. tRDWR_dd Configure between module read to write delay. tWRRD_sg Configure between module write to read delay.
  • Page 74 IOL Init Value Configure IO latency init value for IO latency training. RTL (CH A) Configure round trip latency for channel A. RTL (CH B) Configure round trip latency for channel B. IO-L (CH A) Configure IO latency for channel A. IO-L (CH B) Configure IO latency for channel B.
  • Page 75 Z390 Phantom Gaming 6 ODT NOM (A1) Use this to change ODT (CH A1) Auto/Manual settings. The default is [Auto]. ODT NOM (A2) Use this to change ODT (CH A2) Auto/Manual settings. The default is [Auto]. ODT NOM (B1) Use this to change ODT (CH B1) Auto/Manual settings. The default is [Auto].
  • Page 76 Command Driving Adjust Command Driving for better signal. Default is 20. Control Driving Adjust Control Driving for better signal. Default is 20. Clock Driving Adjust Clock Driving for better signal. Default is 26. DQ Slew Rate Adjust DQ Slew Rate for better signal. Default is 59. Command Slew Rate Adjust Command Slew Rate for better signal.
  • Page 77 Z390 Phantom Gaming 6 MRS tCWL Configure the tCWL for Memory MRS MR2. MRS tCCD_L Configure the tCL for Memory MRS MR6. Advanced Setting ASRock Timing Optimization Configure the fast path through the MRC. Realtime Memory Timing Configure the realtime memory timings.
  • Page 78 GPU Load-Line Calibration helps prevent GPU voltage droop when the system is under heavy load. DRAM Voltage Use this to configure DRAM Voltage. The default value is [Auto]. DRAM Activating Power Supply Configure the voltage for the DRAM Activating Power Supply. PCH +1.0 Voltage Configure the chipset voltage (1.0V).

  • Page 79: Advanced Screen

    Z390 Phantom Gaming 6 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 and Trusted Computing. Setting wrong values in this section may cause the system to malfunction.

  • Page 80: 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 81 Z390 Phantom Gaming 6 CPU C7 State Support Enable C7 sleep state for lower power consumption. 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.

  • Page 82: 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 83 Z390 Phantom Gaming 6 PCIE4 Link Speed Select the link speed for PCIE4. PCIE5 Link Speed Select the link speed for PCIE5. PCIE6 Link Speed Select the link speed for PCIE6. PCI Express Native Control Select Enable for enhanced PCI Express power saving in OS.
  • Page 84 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. Onboard WAN Device Enable/disable the onboard WAN device.

  • Page 85: Storage Configuration

    Z390 Phantom Gaming 6 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. 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 86 Third Party SATA 3 Controller Enable or disable the third party SATA3 controller. Third Party SATA3 Hot Plug Enable or disable the third party SATA3 controller.

  • Page 87: Intel® Thunderbolt

    Z390 Phantom Gaming 6 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.
  • Page 88 Windows 10 Thunderbolt support Specify Windows 10 Thunderbolt support level. Disabled: No OS native support. Enabled: OS Native support only. no RTD3.

  • Page 89: Super Io Configuration

    Z390 Phantom Gaming 6 4.6.5 Super IO Configuration Serial Port Enable or disable the Serial port. Serial Port Address Select the address of the Serial port. PS2 Y-Cable Enable the PS2 Y-Cable or set this option to Auto.

  • Page 90: Acpi Configuration

    4.6.6 ACPI Configuration Suspend to RAM Select disable for ACPI suspend type S1. It is recommended to select auto for ACPI S3 power saving. PS/2 Keyboard 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 91 Z390 Phantom Gaming 6 USB Mouse Power On Allow the system to be waked up by an USB mouse.

  • Page 92: Usb Configuration

    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 93: Trusted Computing

    Z390 Phantom Gaming 6 4.6.8 Trusted Computing Security Device Support Enable or disable BIOS support for security device.

  • Page 94: Tools

    4.7 Tools 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 95 Z390 Phantom Gaming 6 Secure Backup UEFI Whenever one of the ROM images are outdated or corrupted, switch to the other flash ROM and execute Secure Backup UEFI to duplicate the current working ROM image to the secondary flash ROM.

  • Page 96: Hardware Health Event Monitoring Screen

    4.8 Hardware Health Event Monitoring Screen This section allows you to monitor the status of the hardware on your system, including the parameters of the CPU temperature, motherboard temperature, fan speed and voltage. Fan Tuning Measure Fan Min Duty Cycle. Fan-Tastic Tuning Select a fan mode for CPU Fans 1&2, or choose Customize to set 5 CPU temperatures and assign a respective fan speed for each temperature.
  • Page 97 Z390 Phantom Gaming 6 CPU_FAN2 / W _ Pump Switch Select CPU or Water Pump mode. CPU_FAN2 Control Mode Select PWM mode or DC mode for CPU_FAN2. CPU_FAN2 Setting Select a fan mode for CPU_FAN2, or choose Customize to set 5 CPU temperatures and assign a respective fan speed for each temperature.
  • Page 98 CHA_FAN2 / W _ Pump Switch Select CHA_FAN2 / W_Pump mode. CHA_FAN2 Control Mode Select PWM mode or DC mode for CHA_FAN2. CHA_FAN2 Setting Select a fan mode for CHA_FAN2, 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.

  • Page 99: Security Screen

    Z390 Phantom Gaming 6 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 100: 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 101 Z390 Phantom Gaming 6 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 102 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 103: Exit Screen

    Z390 Phantom Gaming 6 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 104 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 105 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 6 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 106 EU Declaration of Conformity For the following equipment: Motherboard (Product Name) Z390 Phantom Gaming 6 / 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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