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  • Page 2: Contact Information

    Contact Information If you need to contact ASRock or want to know more about ASRock, you’re welcome to visit ASRock’s website at http://www.asrock.com; or you may contact your dealer for further information. For technical questions, please submit a support request form at https://event.asrock.com/tsd.asp...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Chapter 1 Introduction Package Contents Specifications Motherboard Layout I/O Panel Block Diagram 802.11axe Wi-Fi 6E Module and ASRock WiFi 2.4/5/6 GHz Antennas (For B860M Pro-A WiFi) Chapter 2 Installation Installing the CPU Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink Installing Memory Modules (DIMM)
  • Page 4 2.14 Post Status Checker 2.15 Smart Button 2.16 M.2 WiFi/BT PCIe WiFi Module and Intel® CNVi (Integrated WiFi/BT) Installation Guide (For B860M Pro-A) 2.17 M.2 SSD Installation Guide (M2_1) 2.18 M.2 SSD Installation Guide (M2_2) 2.19 M.2 SSD Installation Guide (M2_3)

  • Page 5: Chapter 1 Introduction

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

  • Page 6: Specifications

    • Supports DDR5 non-ECC, un-buffered memory up to 8666+(OC)* • Supports Clocked Unbuffered DIMM (CUDIMM) • Max. capacity of system memory: 256GB • 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 • 1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 Slot (PCIE1), supports x16 mode*...
  • Page 7 B860M Pro-A WiFi B860M Pro-A 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 • 6 x USB 2.0 (2 Rear, 4 Front) * All USB ports support ESD Protection Rear Panel • 2 x Antenna Ports (For B860M Pro-A WiFi) • 2 x Antenna Mounting Points (For B860M Pro-A) • 1 x HDMI Port • 1 x DisplayPort 1.4...
  • Page 9 B860M Pro-A WiFi B860M Pro-A Connector • 1 x COM Port Header (For B860M Pro-A) • 1 x SPI TPM Header • 1 x Power LED and Speaker Header • 1 x RGB LED Header* • 3 x Addressable LED Headers** • 2 x CPU Fan Connector (4-pin) (Smart Fan Speed Con-...
  • Page 10 * 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. Overclocking may affect your system’s stability, or even cause damage to the components and devices of your system.

  • Page 11: Motherboard Layout

    B860M Pro-A WiFi B860M Pro-A 1.3 Motherboard Layout CPU_FAN2 CPU_FAN1 BIOS AIO_PUMP ATX12V2 ATX12V1 _FB1 DRAM BOOT USB 2.0 T: USB_2 B: USB_1 USB 3.2 Gen1 Top: T: USB32_3 RJ-45 B: USB32_2 CHA_FAN1 PCIE1 Intel B860 SUPER M2_WIFI1 RoHS PCIE2...
  • Page 12 Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN2) Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN3) USB 2.0 Header (USB_3_4) USB 2.0 Header (USB_5_6) COM Port Header (COM1) (For B860M Pro-A) Addressable LED Header (ADDR_LED1) RGB LED Header (RGB_LED1) Front Panel Audio Header (HD_AUDIO1) Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN1)

  • Page 13: I/O Panel

    B860M Pro-A WiFi B860M Pro-A 1.4 I/O Panel B860M Pro-A WiFi: No. Description No. Description 2.5G LAN RJ-45 Port* HDMI Port Line In (Light Blue)** USB 3.2 Gen1 Port (USB32_1) Front Speaker (Lime)** USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C Port Microphone (Pink)** (USB32_TC1) USB 3.2 Gen1 Ports (USB32_23)
  • Page 14 B860M Pro-A: No. Description No. Description DisplayPort 2.5G LAN RJ-45 Port* Line In (Light Blue)** HDMI Port Front Speaker (Lime)** USB 3.2 Gen1 Port (USB32_1) Microphone (Pink)** USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C Port USB 3.2 Gen1 Ports (USB32_23) (USB32_TC1) USB 2.0 Ports (USB_12)
  • Page 15 B860M Pro-A WiFi B860M Pro-A *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 16: Block Diagram

    1.5 Block Diagram...

  • Page 17: 802.11Axe Wi-Fi 6E Module And Asrock Wifi 2.4/5/6 Ghz Antennas (For B860M Pro-A Wifi)

    B860M Pro-A WiFi B860M Pro-A 1.6 802.11axe Wi-Fi 6E Module and ASRock WiFi 2.4/5/6 GHz Antennas (For B860M Pro-A WiFi) 802.11axe Wi-Fi 6E + BT Module This motherboard comes with an exclusive 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax/axe Wi-Fi 6E + BT v5.3 module that offers support for 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax/axe Wi-Fi 6E connectivity standards and Bluetooth v5.3.
  • Page 18 WiFi Antennas Installation Guide Step 1 Prepare the WiFi 2.4/5/6 GHz Antennas that come with the package. Step 2 Connect the two WiFi 2.4/5/6 GHz Antennas to the antenna connectors. Turn the antenna clockwise until it is securely connected. Step 3 Set the WiFi 2.4/5/6 GHz Antenna as shown in the illustration.

  • Page 19: Chapter 2 Installation

    B860M Pro-A WiFi B860M Pro-A Chapter 2 Installation This is a Micro ATX form factor motherboard. Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that the motherboard fits into it. Pre-installation Precautions Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings.

  • Page 20: Installing The Cpu

    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 21 B860M Pro-A WiFi B860M Pro-A 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)

    B860M Pro-A WiFi B860M Pro-A 2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) This motherboard provides four 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.

  • Page 25: Connecting The Front Panel Header

    B860M Pro-A WiFi B860M Pro-A 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 (+)

  • Page 26: Installing The I/O Panel Shield

    2.5 Installing the I/O Panel Shield...

  • Page 27: Installing The Motherboard

    B860M Pro-A WiFi B860M Pro-A 2.6 Installing the Motherboard...

  • Page 28: Installing Sata Drives

    2.7 Installing SATA Drives Optical Drive SATA Drive SATA Data Cable...
  • Page 29 B860M Pro-A WiFi B860M Pro-A SATA Power Connector SATA Data Connector...

  • Page 30: Installing A Graphics Card

    2.8 Installing a Graphics Card CLICK!
  • Page 31 B860M Pro-A WiFi B860M Pro-A Expansion Slots (PCIe Slots) There are 2 PCIe slots on the motherboard. Before installing an expansion card, please make sure that the power supply is switched off or the power cord is unplugged. Please read the documentation of the expansion card and make necessary hardware settings for the card before you start the installation.

  • Page 32: Connecting Peripheral Devices

    2.9 Connecting Peripheral Devices...

  • Page 33: Connecting The Power Connectors

    B860M Pro-A WiFi B860M Pro-A 2.10 Connecting the Power Connectors...

  • Page 34: Power On

    2.11 Power On...

  • Page 35: Jumpers Setup

    B860M Pro-A WiFi B860M Pro-A 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”.

  • Page 36: Onboard Headers And Connectors

    2.13 Onboard Headers and Connectors Onboard headers and connectors are NOT jumpers. Do NOT place jumper caps over these headers and connectors. Placing jumper caps over the headers and connectors will cause permanent damage to the motherboard. System Panel Header (9-pin PANEL1) (see p.7, No.
  • Page 37 B860M Pro-A WiFi B860M Pro-A Power LED and Speaker Header (7-pin SPK_PLED1) (see p.7, No. 17) Please connect the chassis power LED and the chassis speaker to this header. SPK_PLED1 SPEAKER DUMMY DUMMY PLED+ PLED+ PLED-...
  • Page 38 Serial ATA3 Connectors Right Angle: (SATA3_0) (see p.7, No. 15)(Upper) (SATA3_1) (see p.7, No. 15)(Lower) (SATA3_2) (see p.7, No. 14)(Upper) (SATA3_3) (see p.7, No. 14)(Lower) These four SATA3 connectors support SATA data cables for internal storage devices with up to 6.0 Gb/s data transfer rate.
  • Page 39 B860M Pro-A WiFi B860M Pro-A USB 2.0 Headers (9-pin USB_3_4) (see p.7, No. 22) (9-pin USB_5_6) (see p.7, No. 23) There are two headers on this motherboard. Each USB 2.0 header can support two ports. USB_3_4 USB_PWR DUMMY USB_PWR USB_5_6...
  • Page 40 USB 3.2 Gen1 Header (19-pin USB32_4_5) (see p.7, No. 13) There is one header on this motherboard. This USB 3.2 Gen1 header can support two ports. USB32_4_5 Vbus Vbus Vbus IntA_PB_SSRX- IntA_PB_SSRX+ IntA_PA_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 41 B860M Pro-A WiFi B860M Pro-A Front Panel Audio Header (9-pin HD_AUDIO1) (see p.7, No. 27) 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 42 Chassis Fan Connectors (4-pin CHA_FAN1) (see p.7, No. 28) (4-pin CHA_FAN2) (see p.7, No. 20) (4-pin CHA_FAN3) (see p.7, No. 21) These headers allow you to connect Case or Radiator fans. If you plan to connect a 3-pin fan, please connect it to Pin 1-3. CHA_FAN3 FAN_VOLTAGE CHA_FAN_SPEED...
  • Page 43 B860M Pro-A WiFi B860M Pro-A CPU Fan Connector (4-pin CPU_FAN1) (see p.7, No. 3) This header allows you to connect CPU fan. If you plan to connect a 3-pin fan, please connect it to Pin 1-3. CPU_FAN1 FAN_SPEED_CONTROL CPU_FAN_SPEED +12V CPU Fan Connector (4-pin CPU_FAN2) (see p.7, No.
  • Page 44 AIO Pump Fan Connector (4-pin AIO_PUMP) (see p.7, No. 7) 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 FAN_SPEED_CONTROL ATX Power Connector (24-pin ATXPWR1) (see p.7, No.
  • Page 45 B860M Pro-A WiFi B860M Pro-A ATX 12V Power Connector (8-pin ATX12V2) (see p.7, No. 1) This motherboard provides a 8-pin ATX 12V power connector. To use a 4-pin ATX power supply, please plug it along Pin 1 and Pin 5.
  • Page 46 SPI_TPM_J1 SPI_DQ3 SPI_PWR Dummy SPI_MOSI RST# TPM_PIRQ SPI_TPM_CS# RSMRST# SPI_MISO SPI_CS0 SPI_DQ2 Serial Port Header (For B860M Pro-A) (9-pin COM1) (see p.7, No. 24) This COM header supports serial port module. COM1 RRXD1 DDTR#1 DDSR#1 CCTS#1 RRI#1 RRTS#1 TTXD1 DDCD#1...
  • Page 47 B860M Pro-A WiFi B860M Pro-A RGB LED Header (4-pin RGB_LED1) (see p.7, No. 26) This RGB header is used to connect RGB LED extension cable which allow users to choose from various LED lighting effects. Caution: Never install the RGB LED cable in the wrong orientation; otherwise, the cable may be damaged.
  • Page 48 Addressable LED Headers (3-pin ADDR_LED1) (see p.7, No. 25) (3-pin ADDR_LED2) (see p.7, No. 9) (3-pin ADDR_LED3) (see p.7, No. 8) 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;...
  • Page 49 B860M Pro-A WiFi B860M Pro-A 1. Never install the Addressable LED cable in the wrong orientation; otherwise, the cable may be damaged. 2. Before installing or removing your Addressable LED cable, please power off your system and unplug the power cord from the power supply. Failure to do so may cause damages to motherboard components.

  • Page 50: Post Status Checker

    2.14 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 51: Smart Button

    B860M Pro-A WiFi B860M Pro-A 2.15 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. 12 or see p.10, No. 11) BIOS Flashback Button allows users to flash the BIOS.
  • Page 52 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 53 B860M Pro-A 2.16 M.2 WiFi/BT PCIe WiFi Module and Intel® CNVi (Integrated WiFi/BT) Installation Guide (For B860M Pro-A) The M.2 is a small size and versatile card edge connector that aims to replace mPCIe and mSATA. The M.2 Socket (Key E) supports type 2230 WiFi/BT PCIe WiFi module and Intel®...
  • Page 54 Step 3 Gently insert the WiFi/BT PCIe WiFi module or Intel® CNVi (Integrated WiFi/BT) into the M.2 slot. Please be aware that the module only fits in one orientation. Step 4 Tighten the screw with a screwdriver to secure the module into place. Please do not overtighten the screw as this might damage the module.
  • Page 55 B860M Pro-A WiFi B860M Pro-A 2.17 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 56 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 57 B860M Pro-A WiFi B860M Pro-A Step 6 Before securing the M.2 heatsink, make sure to align the notch on the SSD to the standoff on the motherboard; otherwise, the M.2 SSD may be damaged. Correct Installation: The SSD's PCB is in proper place, and the M.2 heatsink can be screwed in.
  • Page 58 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 support list, please visit our website for details: http:// www.asrock.com...
  • Page 59 B860M Pro-A WiFi B860M Pro-A 2.18 M.2 SSD Installation Guide (M2_2) The M.2 is a small size and versatile card edge connector that aims to replace mPCIe and mSATA. Hyper M.2 Socket (M2_2, Key M) supports type 2230/2242/2260/2280 PCIe Gen4x4 (64 Gb/s) mode.
  • Page 60 Step 3 Use a screwsriver to remove the standoff. Skip Step 3 if your M.2 SSD is Type 2280. Step 4 Peel off the yellow protective film on the nut to be used. Tighten the standoff into the desired nut location on the motherboard with a screwdriver.
  • Page 61 B860M Pro-A WiFi B860M Pro-A Step 6 Ensure that the notch at the end of the M.2 SSD aligns with the nut. Then secure the M.2 SSD by turning the nut lock clockwise to its locked position. For the latest updates of M.2 SSD support list, please visit our website for details: http://...
  • Page 62 2.19 M.2 SSD Installation Guide (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_3, Key M) supports type 2280 PCIe Gen4x4 (64 Gb/s) mode. Installing the M.2 SSD Step 1 Prepare a M.2 SSD.
  • Page 63 B860M Pro-A WiFi B860M Pro-A Step 3 Align and gently insert the M.2 SSD into the M.2 slot. Please be aware that the M.2 SSD only fits in one orientation. Step 4 Ensure that the notch at the end of the M.2 SSD aligns with the nut.

  • Page 64: Copyright Notice

    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 65 INTEL END USER SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT IMPORTANT - READ BEFORE COPYING, INSTALLING OR USING. LICENSE. Licensee has a license under Intel’s copyrights to reproduce Intel’s Software only in its unmodified and binary form, (with the accompanying documentation, the “Software”) for Licensee’s personal use only, and not commercial use, in connection with Intel-based products for which the Software has been provided, subject to the following conditions: (a) Licensee may not disclose, distribute or transfer any part of the Software, and You agree...
  • Page 66 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 67: Fcc Compliance Statement

    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 68 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 69 If you require assistance please call ASRock Tel : +886-2-28965588 ext.123 (Standard International call charges apply)
  • Page 70 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 &...
  • Page 72 BSMI 限用物質及元素清單 限用物質及其化學符號 單元 鉛 (Pb) 鎘 (Cd) 汞 (Hg) 六價鉻 (Cr ) 多溴聯苯 (PBB) 多溴聯苯醚 (PBDE) 電路板 電子元件 線材 配件 備考 1.〝超出 0.1 wt %〞及〝超出 0.01 wt %〞係指限用物質之百分比含量超出百分比含 量基準值。 備考 2.〝○〞係指該項限用物質之百分比含量未超出百分比含量基準值。 備考 3.〝－〞係指該項限用物質為排除項目。...
  • Page 73 China RoHS 电子信息产品污染控制标示 依据中国发布的「电子信息产品污染控制管理办法」及 SJ/T 11364-2014「电子信息 产品污染控制标示要求」，电子信息产品应进行标示，藉以向消费者揭露产品中含有 的有毒有害物质或元素不致发生外泄或突变从而对环境造成污染或对人身、财产造成 严重损害的期限。依上述规定，您可于本产品之印刷电路板上看见图一之标示。图一 中之数字为产品之环保使用期限。由此可知此主板之环保使用期限为 10 年。 图一 有毒有害物质或元素的名称及含量说明 若您欲了解此产品的有毒有害物质或元素的名称及含量说明，请参照以下表格及说明。 有害物质或元素 部件名称 铅 (Pb) 镉 (Cd) 汞 (Hg) 六价铬 (Cr(VI)) 多溴联苯 (PBB) 多溴二苯醚 (PBDE) 印刷电路板 及电子组件 外部信号连 接头及线材 以上表格依据 SJ/T 11364-2014 的规定编制。 O: 表示该有害物质在该部件所有均质材料中的含量均在 GB/T 26572 规定的限量要求以下。 X: 表示该有害物质至少在该部件的某一均质材料中的含量超出...

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