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Contents Chapter 1 Introduction Package Contents Specifications Motherboard Layout I/O Panel Block Diagram Chapter 2 Installation Installing the CPU Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) Connecting the Front Panel Header Installing the I/O Panel Shield Installing the Motherboard Installing SATA Drives Installing a Graphics Card Connecting Peripheral Devices...
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2.16 M.2 SSD Installation Guide (M2_1 and M2_2)
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8333+(OC)* • Supports Clocked Unbuffered DIMM (CUDIMM) • 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: • 1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 Slot (PCIE1), supports x16 mode*...
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B860M-H2 Audio • 7.1 CH HD Audio (Realtek ALC897 Audio Codec) • Gigabit LAN 10/100/1000 Mb/s • Realtek 8111H CPU: • 1 x USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C (Rear) Chipset: • 1 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-C (Front) • 5 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A (3 Rear, 2 Front) • 6 x USB 2.0 (2 Rear, 4 Front)
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• ErP/EuP ready (ErP/EuP ready power supply is required) * For detailed product information, please visit our website: http://www.asrock.com Please realize that there is a certain risk involved with overclocking, including adjusting the setting in the BIOS, applying Untied Overclocking Technology, or using third-party overclocking tools.
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No. Description ATX 12V Power Connector (ATX12V1) CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1) 2 x 288-pin DDR5 DIMM Slots (DDR5_A1, DDR5_B1) AIO Pump Fan Connector (AIO_PUMP) Addressable LED Header (ADDR_LED1) Addressable LED Header (ADDR_LED2) ATX Power Connector (ATXPWR1) USB 3.2 Gen1 Header (USB32_4_5) Front Panel Type C USB 3.2 Gen1 Header (USB32_TC2) SATA3 Connectors (SATA3_2)(Upper), (SATA3_3)(Lower) SPI TPM Header (SPI_TPM_J1)
B860M-H2 1.4 I/O Panel No. Description No. Description LAN RJ-45 Port* BIOS Flashback Button Line In (Light Blue)** USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A Port (USB32_3) Front Speaker (Lime)** USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C Port (USB32_TC1) Microphone (Pink)** HDMI Port USB 2.0 Ports (USB_12) HDMI Port USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A Ports (USB32_12)
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** Function of the Audio Ports in 7.1-channel Configuration: Port Function Light Blue (Rear panel) Rear Speaker Out Lime (Rear panel) Front Speaker Out Pink (Rear panel) Central /Subwoofer Speaker Out Lime (Front panel) Side Speaker Out...
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.
B860M-H2 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.
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Please save and replace the cover if the processor is removed. The cover must be placed if you wish to return the motherboard for after service.
2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) This motherboard provides 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.
2.4 Connecting the Front Panel Header Front Panel Wires System Panel Header Power SW (-) RESET SW (+) Power SW (+) RESET SW (-) Power LED (-) HDD LED (-) Power LED (+) HDD LED (+) PANEL1...
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Expansion Slots (PCIe Slots) There are 3 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.
2.12 Jumpers Setup The illustration shows how jumpers are setup. When the jumper cap is placed on the pins, the jumper is “Short”. If no jumper cap is placed on the pins, the jumper is “Open”. Clear CMOS Jumper (CLRMOS1) (see p.5, No. 15) CLRMOS1 allows you to clear the data in CMOS.
B860M-H2 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.5, No.
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Power LED and Speaker Header (7-pin SPK_PLED1) (see p.5, No. 12) Please connect the chassis power LED and the chassis speaker to this header. SPK_PLED1 SPEAKER DUMMY DUMMY PLED+ PLED+ PLED- Serial ATA3 Connectors Vertical: (SATA3_0) (see p.5, No. 17) (SATA3_1) (see p.5, No.
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B860M-H2 USB 2.0 Headers (9-pin USB_3_4) (see p.5, No. 19) (9-pin USB_5_6) (see p.5, No. 18) 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 USB_PWR DUMMY USB_PWR USB 3.2 Gen1 Header (19-pin USB32_4_5) (see p.5, No.
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Front Panel Type C USB 3.2 Gen1 Header (20-pin USB32_TC2) (see p.5, No. 9) There is one Front Panel Type C USB 3.2 Gen1 Header on this motherboard. This header is used for connecting a USB 3.2 Gen1 module for additional USB 3.2 Gen1 ports.
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B860M-H2 Chassis Fan Connectors (4-pin CHA_FAN1) (see p.5, No. 23) (4-pin CHA_FAN2) (see p.5, No. 21) This header allows you to connect Case or Radiator fan. If you plan to connect a 3-pin fan, please connect it to Pin 1-3.
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CPU Fan Connector (4-pin CPU_FAN1) (see p.5, No. 2) This header allows you to connect CPU fan or Water Pump. If you plan to connect a 3-pin fan, please connect it to Pin 1-3. CPU_FAN1 FAN_VOLTAGE CPU_F AN_SPEED FAN_SPEED_CONTROL AIO Pump Fan Connector (4-pin AIO_PUMP) (see p.5, No.
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B860M-H2 ATX Power Connector (24-pin ATXPWR1) (see p.5, No. 7) This motherboard provides a 24-pin ATX power connector. To use a 20-pin ATX power supply, please plug it along Pin 1 and Pin 13. ATXPWR1 ATX 12V Power Connector (8-pin ATX12V1) (see p.5, No. 1) This motherboard provides a 8-pin ATX 12V power connector.
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SPI TPM Header (13-pin SPI_TPM_J1) (see p.5, No. 11) This connector supports SPI Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which can securely store keys, digital certificates, passwords, and data. A TPM system also helps enhance network security, protects digital identities, and ensures platform integrity.
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B860M-H2 RGB LED Header (4-pin RGB_LED1) (see p.5, No. 14) 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.
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Addressable LED Headers (3-pin ADDR_LED1) (see p.5, No. 5) (3-pin ADDR_LED2) (see p.5, No. 6) (3-pin ADDR_LED3) (see p.5, No. 20) 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;...
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B860M-H2 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.
2.14 Smart Switches The motherboard has one smart switch: BIOS Flashback Button, allowing users to flash the BIOS. BIOS Flashback Button (BIOS_FB1) (see p.7, No. 7) BIOS Flashback Button allows users to flash the BIOS. BIOS_FB1 USB BIOS Flashback port...
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B860M-H2 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 encryp- tion or security relying on the TPM. Make sure that you have already stored and backup-ed the recovery key.
2.15 M.2 WiFi/BT PCIe WiFi Module Installation Guide 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. * The M.2 socket does not support SATA M.2 SSDs. Installing the WiFi/BT module Step 1 Prepare a type 2230 WiFi/BT PCIe...
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B860M-H2 Step 3 Gently insert the WiFi/BT PCIe WiFi module 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...
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2.16 M.2 SSD Installation Guide (M2_1 and M2_2) 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. The Hyper M.2 Socket (M2_2, Key M) supports type 2280 PCIe Gen4x4 (64 Gb/s) mode.
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B860M-H2 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.
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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.
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