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  • 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 Chapter 1 Introduction Package Contents Specifications Motherboard Layout I/O Panel Block Diagram 802.11be Wi-Fi 7 Module and ASRock WiFi 2.4/5/6 GHz Antenna Chapter 2 Installation Installing the CPU Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) Connecting the Front Panel Header...
  • Page 4 2.14 Smart Button 2.15 M.2 SSD Installation Guide (M2_1) 2.16 M.2 SSD Installation Guide (M2_2 and M2_3)
  • Page 5 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 • Supports DDR5 non-ECC, un-buffered memory up to 9466+(OC)* • Max. capacity of system memory: 128GB • Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) 3.0x * Please refer to Memory Support List on ASRock's website for more information. (http://www.asrock.com/) Expansion CPU: Slot •...
  • Page 7 Z890I Nova WiFi Graphics • Intel® UHD Graphics Built-in Visuals and the VGA outputs can be supported only with processors which are GPU integrated. • Intel® X LPG Graphics Architecture • 1 x HDMI 2.1 TMDS/FRL 8G Compatible, supports HDR, HDCP 2.3 and max.
  • Page 8 CPU: • 2 x Thunderbolt 4 Type-C (Rear) Chipset: • 1 x USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C (Front) • 6 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A (Rear) • 2 x USB 3.2 Gen1 (Front) • 2 x USB 2.0 (Front) * All USB ports support ESD Protection Rear Panel •...
  • 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 1.3 Motherboard Layout Top Side View CPU_FAN CHA_FAN1 AIO_PUMP DRAM BOOT RoHS CLRMOS1 M2_WIFI1 Intel Z890 USB32_TC1 PCIE1 HD_AUDIO1...
  • Page 11 Z890I Nova WiFi Back Side View M2_3...
  • Page 12 No. Description ATX 12V Power Connector (ATX12V) CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN) Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN1) AIO Pump Fan Connector (AIO_PUMP) 2 x 288-pin DDR5 DIMM Slots (DDR5_A1, DDR5_B1) Addressable LED Header (ADDR_LED1) Post Status Checker (PSC) ATX Power Connector (ATXPWR1) Clear CMOS Jumper (CLRMOS1) USB 2.0 Header (USB_1_2) USB 3.2 Gen1 Header (USB32_7_8)
  • Page 13 Z890I Nova WiFi 1.4 I/O Panel No. Description No. Description USB 3.2 Gen2 Ports (USB32_12) BIOS Flashback Button USB 3.2 Gen2 Port (USB32_3) Antenna Ports USB 3.2 Gen2 Port (USB32_4) USB 3.2 Gen2 Ports (USB32_56) 5G LAN RJ-45 Port* Thunderbolt 4 Type-C Port (TB_2) Microphone Input Jack** Thunderbolt...
  • Page 14 ** Function of the Audio Ports in 2, 4, 5.1 or 7.1-channel Configuration: Channel Port Function Line Out Jack Front speaker out (Rear Panel) Pink-Mic Rear speaker out (Front Panel) Microphone Input Jack 5.1ch Central/Subwoofer speaker out (Rear Panel) Lime-Headphone 7.1ch Side Speaker out (Front Panel)
  • Page 15 Z890I Nova WiFi 1.5 Block Diagram...
  • Page 16 1.6 802.11be Wi-Fi 7 Module and ASRock WiFi 2.4/5/6 GHz Antenna 802.11be Wi-Fi 7 + BT Module This motherboard comes with an exclusive 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax/axe/be Wi-Fi 7 + BT v5.4 module that offers support for 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax/axe/be Wi-Fi 7 connectivity standards and Bluetooth v5.4.
  • Page 17 Z890I Nova WiFi Chapter 2 Installation This is a Mini-ITX 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 18 DO NOT remove this Memory OC Shield (patent pending) from the motherboard. Removing this may affect memory overclocking performance and stability. The illustration shown here is for reference only and may not be an exact representation of your mother- board’s layout.
  • Page 19 Z890I Nova WiFi 2.1 Installing the CPU 1. Before you insert the 1851-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 20 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 21 Z890I Nova WiFi 2.2 Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink...
  • Page 22 2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) This motherboard provides two 288-pin DDR5 (Double Data Rate 5) 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) DDR5 DIMM pairs. 2.
  • Page 23 Z890I Nova WiFi...
  • Page 24 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 25 Z890I Nova WiFi 2.5 Installing the Motherboard...
  • Page 26 2.6 Installing SATA Drives Optical Drive SATA Drive SATA Data Cable...
  • Page 27 Z890I Nova WiFi SATA Power Connector SATA Data Connector...
  • Page 28 2.7 Installing a Graphics Card CLICK!
  • Page 29 Z890I Nova WiFi Expansion Slot (PCIe Slot) There is 1 PCI Express slot 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 30 2.8 Connecting Peripheral Devices...
  • Page 31 Z890I Nova WiFi 2.9 Connecting the Power Connectors...
  • Page 32 2.10 Power On...
  • Page 33 Z890I Nova WiFi 2.11 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 34 2.12 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 35 Z890I Nova WiFi Serial ATA3 Connectors (SATA3_0) (see p.6, No. 15) (SATA3_1) (see p.6, No. 13) These two SATA3 connectors support SATA data cables for internal storage devices with up to 6.0 Gb/s data transfer rate. USB 2.0 Header (9-pin USB_1_2) (see p.6, No. 10) There is one header on this motherboard.
  • Page 36 USB 3.2 Gen1 Header (19-pin USB32_7_8) (see p.6, No. 11) There is one header on this motherboard. The USB 3.2 Gen1 header can support two ports. USB32_7_8 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- IntA_PA_D- IntA_PB_D+ IntA_PA_D+ Dummy...
  • Page 37 Z890I Nova WiFi Front Panel Audio Header (9-pin HD_AUDIO1) (see p.6, No. 18) This header is for connecting audio devices to the front audio panel. HD_AUDIO1 PRESENCE# MIC_RET OUT_RET OUT2_L J_SENSE OUT2_R MIC2_R MIC2_L High Definition Audio supports Jack Sensing, but the panel wire on the chassis must sup- port HDA to function correctly.
  • Page 38 Chassis Fan Connector (4-pin CHA_FAN1) (see p.6, No. 3) The header allows you to connect a Case or Radiator fan. If you plan to connect a 3-pin fan, please connect it to Pin 1-3. CHA_FAN1 FAN_SPEED_CONTROL CHA_FAN_SPEED FAN_VOLTAGE CPU Fan Connector (4-pin CPU_FAN) (see p.6, No.
  • Page 39 Z890I Nova WiFi AIO Pump Fan Connector (4-pin AIO_PUMP) (see p.6, No. 4) This header allows you to connect AIO (All-in-One) pump or fan. If you plan to connect a 3-pin AIO cooler fan, please connect it to Pin 1-3. AIO_PUMP FAN_VOLTAGE AIO_PUMP_SPEED...
  • Page 40 ATX 12V Power Connector (8-pin ATX12V) (see p.6, No. 1) This motherboard provides one 8-pin ATX 12V power connector. To use a 4-pin ATX power supply, please plug it along Pin 1 and Pin 5. *Warning: Please make sure that the power cable connected is for the CPU and not the graphics card.
  • Page 41 Z890I Nova WiFi Thermistor Cable Header (2-pin T_SENSOR1) (see p.6, No. 16) The Thermistor Cable Header is used to connect a thermistor cable to monitor the temperature of the critical component. Plug the thermistor cable that comes with the package to the header, and then attach the sensor end to the component to detect the temperature.
  • Page 42 Addressable LED Headers (3-pin ADDR_LED1) (see p.6, No. 6) (3-pin ADDR_LED2) (see p.6, No. 12) These headers are used to connect Addressable LED extension cables which allow users to choose from various LED lighting effects. Caution: Never install the Addressable LED cable in the wrong orientation; otherwise, the cable may be damaged.
  • Page 43 Z890I Nova WiFi The ARGB Splitter Cable that comes with the package allows you to extend and connect various addressable RGB LED strips or devices through a single 3-pin Addressable LED Header on the motherboard.
  • Page 44 2.13 Post Status Checker Post Status Checker (PSC) diagnoses the computer when users power on the machine. The LEDs light up to show what component is running into an issue. They emit red, yellow, white and yellow-green lights to indicate, respectively, the CPU, memory, VGA and storage are not detected or fail.
  • Page 45 Z890I Nova WiFi 2.14 Smart Button The motherboard has one smart switch: BIOS Flashback Button, allowing users to flash the BIOS. BIOS Flashback Button (BIOS_FB1) (see p.9, No. 8) BIOS Flashback Button allows users to flash the BIOS. BIOS_FB1 USB BIOS Flashback port...
  • Page 46 ASRock BIOS Flashback feature allows you to update BIOS without powering on the system, even without CPU. Before using the BIOS Flashback function, please suspend BitLocker and any encryption or security relying on the TPM. Make sure that you have already stored and backup-ed the recovery key.
  • Page 47 Z890I Nova WiFi 2.15 M.2 SSD Installation Guide (M2_1) The M.2 is a small size and versatile card edge connector that aims to replace mPCIe and mSATA. The Blazing M.2 Socket (M2_1, Key M), supports type 2280 PCIe Gen5x4 (128 Gb/s) mode.
  • Page 48 Step 3 Before installing a M.2 SSD, 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. Step 4 Align and gently insert the M.2 SSD into the M.2 slot.
  • Page 49 Tighten the screws with a screwdriver to secure the M.2 heatsink into place. Please do not overtighten the screws as this might damage the M.2 heatsink. For the latest updates of M.2 SSD support list, please visit our website for details: http:// www.asrock.com...
  • Page 50 2.16 M.2 SSD 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 51 Tighten the screw with a screwdriver to secure the M.2 SSD into place. Please do not overtighten the screw as this might damage the M.2 SSD. NUT2 NUT1 For the latest updates of M.2 SSD support list, please visit our website for details: http:// www.asrock.com...
  • Page 52 ASRock does not provide warranty of any kind, either expressed or implied, including but not limited to the implied warranties or conditions of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. In no event shall ASRock, its directors, officers, employees, or agents be liable for any indirect, special, incidental, or consequential...
  • Page 53 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...
  • Page 54 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 55 FCC Compliance Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
  • Page 56 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.
  • Page 57 If you require assistance please call ASRock Tel : +886-2-28965588 ext.123 (Standard International call charges apply)
  • Page 58 European Community Radio Equipment Directive Compliance Statement 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 &...

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