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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 ASRock Incorporation e-mail: info@asrock.com.tw...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    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...
  • Page 4 2.16 M.2 2230 WiFi/BT PCIe WiFi module Installatio Guide 2.17 M.2 SSD Installation Guide (M2_1) 2.18 M.2 SSD Installation Guide (M2_2)

  • Page 5: 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 6: Specifications

    • Supports AMD Socket AM5 Ryzen 9000, 8000 and 7000 Series Processors* * Please refer to CPU Support List on ASRock's website for more information. (http://www.asrock.com/) * The availability of expansion slots may vary by CPU. Please refer to PCIe/M.2 Bandwidth Table for details. (http://www.
  • Page 7 B840M-HVS • 1 x HDMI 2.1 TMDS/FRL 8G Compatible, supports HDR, HDCP 2.3 and max. resolution up to 4K 120Hz • 1 x D-Sub, supports max. resolution up to Full HD (1920x1080) 60Hz • 7.1 CH HD Audio (Realtek ALC897 Audio Codec) Audio • Gigabit LAN 10/100/1000 Mb/s...
  • Page 8 RAID • Supports RAID 0 and RAID 1 for SATA storage devices • Supports RAID 0, RAID 1 and RAID 10 for M.2 NVMe storage devices* * Requires additional M.2 NVMe expansion cards to support RAID 10 Connector • 1 x Power LED and Speaker Header • 1 x RGB LED Header* • 3 x Addressable LED Headers** • 1 x CPU Fan Connector (4-pin) (Smart Fan Speed Con-...
  • Page 9 B840M-HVS * 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 10: Motherboard Layout

    1.3 Motherboard Layout CPU_FAN1 CHA_FAN1 ATX12V1 HDMI1 DRAM BOOT USB 2.0: USB_1234 BIOS _FB1 USB 3.2 Gen1 T: USB32_2 B: USB32_1 USB 3.2 Gen1 Top: T: USB32_4 B: USB32_3 BIOS PCIE1 CMOS Battery M2_WIFI1 B840 PCIE2 PCIE3 M2_2 AUDIO CODEC PANEL1 SATA3_1 SATA3_2...
  • Page 11 B840M-HVS No. Description ATX 12V Power Connector (ATX12V1) 2 x 288-pin DDR5 DIMM Slots (DDR5_A1, DDR5_B1) CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1) Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN1) Addressable LED Header (ADDR_LED1) Addressable LED Header (ADDR_LED2) ATX Power Connector (ATXPWR1) USB 3.2 Gen1 Header (USB32_5_6) Front Panel Type C USB 3.2 Gen1 Header (USB32_TC_1)

  • Page 12: I/O Panel

    1.4 I/O Panel No. Description No. Description USB 2.0 Ports (USB_1234) USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A Ports (USB32_34) LAN RJ-45 Port* USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A Ports (USB32_12) Line In (Light Blue)** BIOS Flashback Button Front Speaker (Lime)** D-Sub Port Microphone (Pink)** HDMI Port * There are two LEDs on each LAN port.

  • Page 13: Block Diagram

    B840M-HVS 1.5 Block Diagram...

  • Page 14: Chapter 2 Installation

    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 15: Installing The Cpu

    B840M-HVS 2.1 Installing the CPU 1. Before you insert the 1718-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 16 Carefully place the CPU in as flat as possible. Do not drop it.
  • Page 17 B840M-HVS Make sure the CPU is aligned with the socket before locking it into place. Make sure the black cover plate is always in place until it pops off when closing the socket lever. Please save the cover if the processor is removed. The cover must be placed if you wish to...

  • Page 18: Installing The Cpu Fan And Heatsink

    2.2 Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink After you install the CPU into this motherboard, it is necessary to install a larger heatsink and cooling fan to dissipate heat. You also need to spray thermal grease between the CPU and the heatsink to improve heat dissipation. Make sure that the CPU and the heatsink are securely fastened and in good contact with each other.
  • Page 19 B840M-HVS...
  • Page 20 Installing the CPU Cooler (Type 2)
  • Page 21 B840M-HVS...
  • Page 22 +12V *The illustrations shown here are for reference purposes only and may not exactly match the model you purchase.
  • Page 23 B840M-HVS Installing the CPU Cooler (Type 3)
  • Page 25 B840M-HVS...
  • Page 26 +12V Please note that only one cable should be used at a time in this step. If you select RGB_LED1, please install ASRock utility "ASRock Polychrome SYNC". If you select USB connector, please install AMD utility "SR3 Settings Software". *The illustrations shown here are for reference purposes only and may not exactly match...

  • Page 27: Installing Memory Modules (Dimm)

    B840M-HVS 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.

  • Page 29: Connecting The Front Panel Header

    B840M-HVS 2.4 Connecting the Front Panel Header Power SW (-) RESET SW (+) Power SW (+) RESET SW (-) Power LED (-) HDD LED (-) Power LED (+) HDD LED (+) PANEL1...

  • Page 30: Installing The I/O Panel Shield

    2.5 Installing the I/O Panel Shield...

  • Page 31: Installing The Motherboard

    B840M-HVS 2.6 Installing the Motherboard...

  • Page 32: Installing Sata Drives

    2.7 Installing SATA Drives Optical Drive SATA Drive SATA Data Cable...
  • Page 33 B840M-HVS SATA Power Connector SATA Data Connector...

  • Page 34: Installing A Graphics Card

    2.8 Installing a Graphics Card CLICK!
  • Page 35 B840M-HVS 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.

  • Page 36: Connecting Peripheral Devices

    2.9 Connecting Peripheral Devices...

  • Page 37: Connecting The Power Connectors

    B840M-HVS 2.10 Connecting the Power Connectors...

  • Page 38: Power On

    2.11 Power On...

  • Page 39: Jumpers Setup

    B840M-HVS 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 (CLRCMOS1) (see p.6, No.

  • Page 40: 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.6, No.
  • Page 41 B840M-HVS Power LED and Speaker Header (7-pin SPK_PLED1) (see p.6, No. 11) 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_1) (see p.6, No. 13) (SATA3_2) (see p.6, No.
  • Page 42 USB 2.0 Headers (9-pin USB_5_6) (see p.6, No. 16) (9-pin USB_7_8) (see p.6, No. 15) There are two headers on this motherboard. Each USB 2.0 header can support two ports. USB_5_6 USB_PWR DUMMY USB_PWR USB_7_8 USB_PWR DUMMY USB_PWR USB 3.2 Gen1 Header (19-pin USB32_5_6) (see p.6, No.
  • Page 43 B840M-HVS Front Panel Type C USB 3.2 Gen1 Header (20-pin USB32_TC_1) (see p.6, 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.
  • Page 44 Chassis Fan Connectors (4-pin CHA_FAN1) (see p.6, No. 4) (4-pin CHA_FAN2) (see p.6, No. 17) (4-pin CHA_FAN3) (see p.6, No. 18) 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_FAN1 FAN_SPEED_CONTROL CHA_FAN_SPEED...
  • Page 45 B840M-HVS CPU Fan Connector (4-pin CPU_FAN1) (see p.6, 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 +12V CPU_F AN_SPEED FAN_SPEED_CONTROL ATX Power Connector (24-pin ATXPWR1) (see p.6, No.
  • Page 46 ATX 12V Power Connector (8-pin ATX12V1) (see p.6, 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. *Warning: Please make sure that the power cable connected is for the CPU and not the graphics card.
  • Page 47 B840M-HVS RGB LED Header (4-pin RGB_LED1) (see p.6, No. 20) 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.6, No. 5) (3-pin ADDR_LED2) (see p.6, No. 6) (3-pin ADDR_LED3) (see p.6, No. 19) 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 B840M-HVS 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: Smart Button

    2.14 Smart Button The motherboard has one smart button: BIOS Flashback Button, allowing users to flash the BIOS. BIOS Flashback Button (BIOS_FB1) (see p.8, No. 8) BIOS Flashback Button allows users to flash the BIOS. BIOS_FB1 USB BIOS Flashback port...
  • Page 51 • PSPBIOS.IMG (required) To use the USB BIOS Flashback function, please follow the steps below. 1. Download the latest BIOS file and BIOSUBU.BIN file from ASRock's website: http://www.asrock.com. 2. Copy the BIOS file to your USB flash drive. Please make sure the file system of your USB flash drive must be formatted as FAT16 or FAT32.

  • Page 52: Post Status Checker

    2.15 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, yel- low, white and yellow-green lights to indicate, respectively, the CPU, memory, VGA and storage are not detected or fail.
  • Page 53 B840M-HVS 2.16 M.2 2230 WiFi/BT PCIe WiFi module Installatio 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.
  • Page 54 Step 3 Align and gently insert the 2230 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 as this might damage the module.
  • Page 55 B840M-HVS 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 Hyper M.2 Socket (M2_1, Key M) supports type 2280 PCIe Gen4x4 (64 Gb/s) mode.
  • Page 56 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:// www.asrock.com...
  • Page 57 B840M-HVS 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. The Ultra M.2 Socket (M2_2, Key M) supports type 2260/2280 SATA3 6.0 Gb/s & PCIe Gen3x4 (32 Gb/s) modes.
  • Page 58 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 59 B840M-HVS 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 60: 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 61: 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 62 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 63 If you require assistance please call ASRock Tel : +886-2-28965588 ext.123 (Standard International call charges apply)
  • Page 64 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 65 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 66 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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