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ASROCK Z690 Steel Legend User Manual

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  • Page 1 Questo manuale d’istruzione è fornito da trovaprezzi.it. Scopri tutte le offerte per AsRock Z690 Steel Legend WiFi 6E o cerca il tuo prodotto tra le migliori offerte di Schede Madri...

  • Page 2: Copyright Notice

    (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 If you require assistance please call ASRock Tel : +886-2-28965588 ext.123 (Standard International call charges apply) The terms HDMI®...
  • Page 4 ES OF ANY KIND WHETHER UNDER THIS AGREEMENT OR OTHERWISE, EVEN IF INTEL HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. LICENSE TO USE COMMENTS AND SUGGESTIONS. This Agreement does NOT obligate Licensee to provide Intel with comments or suggestions regarding the Software. However, if Licensee provides Intel with comments or suggestions for the modification, correction, improvement or enhancement of (a) the Software or (b) Intel products or processes that work with the Software, Licensee grants to Intel a non-exclusive, worldwide,...
  • Page 5 CE Warning 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 6: Table Of Contents

    Chapter 1 Introduction Package Contents Specifications Motherboard Layout I/O Panel 802.11ax Wi-Fi 6E Module and ASRock WiFi 2.4/5/6 GHz Antenna (For Z690 Steel Legend WiFi 6E) Graphics Card Holder Chapter 2 Installation Installing the CPU Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink...
  • Page 7 M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Installation Guide (M2_3) Chapter 3 Software and Utilities Operation Installing Drivers ASRock Motherboard Utility (A-Tuning) 3.2.1 Installing ASRock Motherboard Utility (A-Tuning) 3.2.2 Using ASRock Motherboard Utility (A-Tuning) ASRock Live Update & APP Shop 3.3.1 UI Overview 3.3.2 Apps 3.3.3 BIOS &...
  • Page 8 4.6.2 Chipset Configuration 4.6.3 Storage Configuration 4.6.4 Intel(R) 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 9: 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 10: Specifications

    • 4 x DDR4 DIMM Slots • Supports DDR4 non-ECC, un-buffered memory up to 5333+(OC)* * Supports DDR4 3200 natively. * 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.
  • Page 11 Z690 Steel Legend WiFi 6E Z690 Steel Legend Graphics • Intel® UHD Graphics Built-in Visuals and the VGA outputs can be supported only with processors which are GPU integrated. • Intel® X Graphics Architecture (Gen 12) • Dual graphics output: support HDMI and DisplayPort 1.4 ports by independent display controllers • Supports HDMI 2.1 TMDS Compatible with max.
  • Page 12 • Supports Bluetooth + High speed class II • Supports MU-MIMO Rear Panel • 2 x Antenna Ports (For Z690 Steel Legend WiFi 6E) • 2 x Antenna Mounting Points (For Z690 Steel Legend) • 1 x PS/2 Mouse/Keyboard Port • 1 x HDMI Port...
  • Page 13 • 1 x Front Panel Audio Connector (15μ Gold Audio Connec- tor) • 1 x Thunderbolt AIC Connector (5-pin) (Supports ASRock Thunderbolt 4 AIC Card) • 2 x USB 2.0 Headers (Support 4 USB 2.0 ports) (Supports ESD Protection)
  • Page 14 • 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 15: Motherboard Layout

    Z690 Steel Legend WiFi 6E Z690 Steel Legend 1.3 Motherboard Layout...
  • Page 16 No. Description ATX 12V Power Connector (ATX12V1) ATX 12V Power Connector (ATX12V2) CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1) 2 x 288-pin DDR4 DIMM Slots (DDR4_A1, DDR4_B1) 2 x 288-pin DDR4 DIMM Slots (DDR4_A2, DDR4_B2) Chassis/Water Pump Fan Connector (CHA_FAN3/WP) CPU/Water Pump Fan Connector (CPU_FAN2/WP) Addressable LED Header (ADDR_LED3) Addressable LED Header (ADDR_LED2) ATX Power Connector (ATXPWR1)
  • Page 17 Z690 Steel Legend WiFi 6E Z690 Steel Legend No. Description Front Panel Audio Header (HD_AUDIO1) 5-pin Thunderbolt AIC Connector (TB1) Chassis/Water Pump Fan Connector (CHA_FAN1/WP)

  • Page 18: I/O Panel

    1.4 I/O Panel Z690 Steel Legend WiFi 6E: No. Description No. Description PS/2 Mouse/Keyboard Port Microphone (Pink) Antenna Ports Optical SPDIF Out Port USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A Port (USB31_TA_1) USB 3.2 Gen1 Ports (USB3_3_4) 2.5G LAN RJ-45 Port (Dragon RTL8125BG)* 12 USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C Port (USB31_TC_1)
  • Page 19 Z690 Steel Legend WiFi 6E Z690 Steel Legend * 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...

  • Page 20: Ax Wi-Fi 6E Module And Asrock Wifi 2.4/5/6 Ghz Antenna (For Z690 Steel Legend Wifi 6E)

    1.5 802.11ax Wi-Fi 6E Module and ASRock WiFi 2.4/5/6 GHz Antenna (For Z690 Steel Legend WiFi 6E) 802.11ax Wi-Fi 6E + BT Module This motherboard comes with an exclusive 802.11 a/b/g/n/ax Wi-Fi 6E + BT module that offers support for 802.11 a/b/g/n/ax Wi-Fi 6E connectivity standards and Bluetooth.

  • Page 21: Graphics Card Holder

    Z690 Steel Legend WiFi 6E Z690 Steel Legend 1.6 Graphics Card Holder Installing the Graphics Card Holder Before installing the Graphics Card Holder , please make sure that your motherboard is properly installed into a PC case. Step 1 Secure the Graphics Card Holder to the chassis with 2 screws.

  • Page 22: 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 23: Installing The Cpu

    Z690 Steel Legend WiFi 6E Z690 Steel Legend 2.1 Installing the CPU 1. Before you insert the 1700-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.
  • Page 25 Z690 Steel Legend WiFi 6E Z690 Steel Legend 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 26: Installing The Cpu Fan And Heatsink

    2.2 Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink...

  • Page 27: Installing Memory Modules (Dimm)

    Z690 Steel Legend WiFi 6E Z690 Steel Legend 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 29: Expansion Slots (Pcie Slots)

    Z690 Steel Legend WiFi 6E Z690 Steel Legend 2.4 Expansion Slots (PCIe Slots) There are 5 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 30: 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 (CLRMOS1) 2-pin Jumper (see p.7, No.

  • Page 31: Onboard Headers And Connectors

    Z690 Steel Legend WiFi 6E Z690 Steel Legend 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 32 Serial ATA3 Connectors These eight SATA3 Right Angle: connectors support SATA (SATA3_4: data cables for internal see p.7, No. 17) storage devices with up to 6.0 (SATA3_5: Gb/s data transfer rate. see p.7, No. 16) * If M2_2 is occupied by (SATA3_6: a SATA-type M.2 device, see p.7, No.
  • Page 33 Z690 Steel Legend WiFi 6E Z690 Steel Legend Front Panel Type C USB There is one Front Panel Type 3.2 Gen2x2 Header C USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Header (20-pin F_USB32_TC_1) on this motherboard. This (see p.7, No. 11) header is used for connecting a USB 3.2 Gen2x2 module...
  • Page 34 CPU Fan Connector This motherboard provides FAN_SPEED_CONTROL (4-pin CPU_FAN1) a 4-Pin CPU fan (Quiet Fan) CPU_FAN_SPEED +12V (see p.7, No. 3) connector. If you plan to connect a 3-Pin CPU fan, 1 2 3 4 please connect it to Pin 1-3. CPU/Water Pump Fan This motherboard provides Connector...
  • Page 35 Z690 Steel Legend WiFi 6E Z690 Steel Legend SPI TPM Header This connector supports SPI SPI_DQ3 SPI_PWR (13-pin SPI_TPM_J1) Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Dummy SPI_MOSI (see p.7, No. 31) system, which can securely store RST# TPM_PIRQ keys, digital certificates, passwords, and data.

  • Page 36: Smart Button

    (BIOS_FB1) to flash the BIOS. (see p.10) 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.

  • Page 37: Post Status Checker

    Z690 Steel Legend WiFi 6E Z690 Steel Legend 2.8 Post Status Checker Post Status Checker (PSC) diagnoses the computer when users power on the machine. It emits a red light to indicate whether the CPU, memory, VGA or stor- age is dysfunctional. The lights go off if the four mentioned above are functioning...

  • Page 38: Installing Two Crossfirex Tm -Ready Graphics Cards

    2.9 CrossFireX and Quad CrossFireX Operation Guide This motherboard supports 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 39 Z690 Steel Legend WiFi 6E Z690 Steel Legend Step 3 Connect a VGA/DVI/DP/HDMI cable from the monitor to the corresponding port on the graphics card installed to the PCIE2 slot.

  • Page 40: Driver Installation And Setup

    2.9.2 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 uninstall any previously installed Catalyst drivers prior to installation.

  • Page 41: Wifi/Bt Pcie Wifi Module And Intel® Cnvi (Integrated Wifi/Bt) Installation Guide (For Z690 Steel Legend)

    Z690 Steel Legend 2.10 M.2 WiFi/BT PCIe WiFi Module and Intel® CNVi (Integrated WiFi/BT) Installation Guide (For Z690 Steel Legend) 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 PCIe WiFi module and Intel®...
  • Page 42 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 43 Z690 Steel Legend WiFi 6E Z690 Steel Legend 2.11 M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Installation Guide (M2_1) 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 Hyper M.2 Socket (M2_1, Key M) supports type 2260/2280 PCIe Gen4x4 (64 Gb/s) mode.
  • Page 44 Step 3 Before installing a M.2 (NGFF) SSD module, 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 module. Step 4 Prepare the M.2 standoff that comes with the package.
  • Page 45 Z690 Steel Legend WiFi 6E Z690 Steel Legend M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Support List Vendor Interface ADATA PCIe3 x4 ASX7000NP-128GT-C ADATA PCIe3 x4 ASX8000NP-256GM-C ADATA PCIe3 x4 ASX7000NP-256GT-C ADATA PCIe3 x4 ASX8000NP-512GM-C ADATA PCIe3 x4 ASX7000NP-512GT-C Apacer PCIe3 x4 AP240GZ280 Corsair...
  • Page 46 2.12 M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Installation Guide (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 Socket (M2_2, Key M) supports type 2230/2242/2260/2280 SATA3 6.0 Gb/s & PCIe Gen3x4 (32 Gb/s) modes.
  • Page 47 Z690 Steel Legend WiFi 6E Z690 Steel Legend Step 3 Move the standoff based on the module type and length. The standoff is placed at the nut location D by default. Skip Step 3 and 4 and go straight to Step 5 if you are going to use the default nut.
  • Page 48 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 ASX8000NP-512GM-C ADATA PCIe3 x4 ASX7000NP-512GT-C Apacer PCIe3 x4...
  • Page 49 Z690 Steel Legend WiFi 6E Z690 Steel Legend TEAM PCIe3 x4 TM8FP2240G0C101 TEAM PCIe3 x4 TM8FP2480GC110 Transcend SATA3 TS256GMTS400 Transcend SATA3 TS512GMTS600 Transcend SATA3 TS512GMTS800 V-Color 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...
  • Page 50 2.13 M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module 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 Hyper M.2 Socket (M2_3, Key M) supports type 2242/2260/2280/22110 PCIe Gen4x4 (64 Gb/s) mode. Installing the M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Step 1 Prepare a M.2_SSD (NGFF) module...
  • Page 51 Z690 Steel Legend WiFi 6E Z690 Steel Legend Step 3 Before installing a M.2 (NGFF) SSD module, 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 module.
  • Page 52 XP941-512G (MZHPU512HCGL) SanDisk PCIe SD6PP4M-128G SanDisk PCIe SD6PP4M-256G TEAM PCIe3 x4 TM8FP2240G0C101 TEAM PCIe3 x4 TM8FP2480GC110 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 53: Chapter 3 Software And Utilities Operation

    Z690 Steel Legend WiFi 6E Z690 Steel Legend 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.

  • Page 54: Asrock Motherboard Utility (A-Tuning)

    3.2.1 Installing ASRock Motherboard Utility (A-Tuning) ASRock Motherboard Utility (A-Tuning) can be downloaded from ASRock Live Update & APP Shop. After the installation, you will find the icon “ASRock Mother- board Utility (A-Tuning)“ on your desktop. Double-click the “ASRock Motherboard Utility (A-Tuning)“...

  • Page 55: System Info

    Z690 Steel Legend WiFi 6E Z690 Steel Legend 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 56 Settings Configure ASRock ASRock Motherboard Utility (A-Tuning). Click to select "Auto run at Windows Startup" if you want ASRock Motherboard Utility (A-Tuning) to be launched when you start up the Windows operating system.

  • Page 57: 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 58: 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 59 Z690 Steel Legend WiFi 6E Z690 Steel Legend 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.
  • Page 60 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 61: Bios & Drivers

    Z690 Steel Legend WiFi 6E Z690 Steel Legend 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 62: 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 63: Nahimic Audio

    Z690 Steel Legend WiFi 6E Z690 Steel Legend 3.4 Nahimic Audio Nahimic audio software provides an incredible high definition sound technology which boosts the audio and voice performance of your system. Nahimic Audio interface is composed of four tabs : Audio, Microphone, Sound Tracker and Settings.

  • Page 64: Asrock Polychrome Sync

    3.5 ASRock Polychrome SYNC ASRock Polychrome SYNC is a lighting control utility specifically designed for unique indi- viduals with sophisticated tastes to build their own stylish colorful lighting system. Simply by connecting the LED strip, you can customize various lighting schemes and patterns, including Static, Breathing, Strobe, Cycling, Music, Wave and more.
  • Page 65 Z690 Steel Legend WiFi 6E Z690 Steel Legend Connecting the Addressable RGB LED Strip Connect your Addressable RGB LED strips to the Addressable LED Headers (ADDR_LED1 / ADDR_LED2 / ADDR_LED3) on the motherboard. ADDR_LED2 ADDR_LED3 ADDR_LED1 DO_ADDR VOUT 1. Never install the RGB LED cable in the wrong orientation; otherwise, the cable may be damaged.
  • Page 66 ASRock Polychrome SYNC Utility Now you can adjust the RGB LED color through the ASRock Polychrome SYNC 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 67: Chapter 4 Uefi Setup Utility

    Z690 Steel Legend WiFi 6E Z690 Steel Legend 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 68: 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 69: Advanced Mode

    Z690 Steel Legend WiFi 6E Z690 Steel Legend 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 70: 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 71: Main Screen

    Z690 Steel Legend WiFi 6E Z690 Steel Legend 4.4 Main Screen When you enter the UEFI SETUP UTILITY, the Main screen will appear and display the system overview. The availability and location of BIOS settings can be different for different models and BIOS versions.

  • Page 72: 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 73: Boot Performance Mode

    Z690 Steel Legend WiFi 6E Z690 Steel Legend Core Ratio Extension Mode Enable or disable core ratio above 85 Extension mode. [Enabled] Max overclocking ratio limit as specified by OCMB 0x1 command is 120 [Disabled] Max overclocking ratio limit as specified by OCMB 0x1 command is 85 Atom Ratio The Atom CPU Ratio.

  • Page 74: Long Duration Maintained

    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 75 Z690 Steel Legend WiFi 6E Z690 Steel Legend CPU Core Current Limit Configure the current limit of the CPU core. A lower limit can protect the CPU and save power, while a higher limit may improve performance. GT Unlimited Current Limit To unlock voltage regulator current limit completely, you can set this option to Enabled.

  • Page 76: Secondary Timing

    The time between sending a column address to the memory and the beginning of the data in response. RAS# to CAS# Delay and Row Precharge (tRCDtRP) RAS# to CAS# Delay : The number of clock cycles required between the opening of a row of memory and accessing columns within it.
  • Page 77 Z690 Steel Legend WiFi 6E Z690 Steel Legend CAS Write Latency (tCWL) Configure CAS Write Latency. Third Timing tREFI Configure refresh cycles at an average periodic interval. tCKE Configure the period of time the DDR4 initiates a minimum of one refresh command internally once it enters Self-Refresh mode.
  • Page 78 Configure between module read to write delay. tWRRD_sg Configure between module write to read delay. tWRRD_dg Configure between module write to read delay. tWRRD_dr Configure between module write to read delay. tWRRD_dd Configure between module write to read delay. tWRWR_sg Configure between module write to write delay.
  • Page 79 Z690 Steel Legend WiFi 6E Z690 Steel Legend 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 80 Configure round trip level. Initial RTL (A1) Configure round trip latency initial value. Initial RTL (A2) Configure round trip latency initial value. Initial RTL (B1) Configure round trip latency initial value. Initial RTL (B2) Configure round trip latency initial value. ODT Setting Dimm ODT Training ODT values will be optimized by Dimm On-Die Termination Training.
  • Page 81 Z690 Steel Legend WiFi 6E Z690 Steel Legend Use this to change ODT (CH B2) Auto/Manual settings. The default is [Auto]. ODT PARK (A1) Configure the memory on die termination resistors' PARK for channel A1. ODT PARK (A2) Configure the memory on die termination resistors' PARK for channel A2.
  • Page 82 MRC Fast Boot Enable Memory Fast Boot to skip DRAM memory training for booting faster. Voltage Configuration CPU Core/Cache Voltage Input voltage for the processor by the external voltage regulator. Core/Cache V/F Curve Configure CPU Core/Cache Voltage/Frequency Curve. CPU Core/Cache Load-Line Calibration CPU Core/Cache Load-Line Calibration helps prevent CPU Core/Cache voltage droop when the system is under heavy loading.
  • Page 83 Z690 Steel Legend WiFi 6E Z690 Steel Legend Core PLL Voltage Offset Use this feature to set the PLL Voltage Offset value from 0-15 with each unit at 17.5mV. This is used to increase the range of the domain frequency in extreme overclocking conditions.
  • Page 84 the voltage is interpolated only in turbo mode. Core Extra Turbo Voltage Specifies the extra turbo voltage applied while the IA Core is operating in turbo mode. VF Offset Mode Selects between Legacy and Selection modes. Need Reset System after enabling OverClocking Feature to initialize the default value.
  • Page 85 Z690 Steel Legend WiFi 6E Z690 Steel Legend Ring Extra Turbo Voltage Specifies the extra turbo voltage applied while ring is operating in turbo mode. Uses Mailbox MSR 0x150, cmd 0x10, 0x11. Range 0-2000 mV. VF Offset Mode Selects between Legacy and Selection modes. Need Reset System after enabling OverClocking Feature to initialize the default value.

  • Page 86: Uncore Voltage Offset

    mode. Uses Mailbox MSR 0x150, cmd 0x10, 0x11. Range 0-2000 mV. Uncore Voltage Offset Specifies the Offset Voltage applied to the Uncore domain. This voltage is specified in millivolts. Uses Mailbox MSR 0x150, cmd 0x11. Range -500 to 500 mV. Offset Prefix Sets the offset value as positive or negative.

  • Page 87: Advanced Screen

    Z690 Steel Legend WiFi 6E Z690 Steel Legend 4.6 Advanced Screen In this section, you may set the configurations for the following items: CPU Configuration, Chipset Configuration, Storage Configuration, Intel(R) Thunderbolt, Super IO Configuration, ACPI Configuration, USB Configuration and Trusted Comput- ing.

  • Page 88: Cpu Configuration

    4.6.1 CPU Configuration Atom Core Information This item displays the Atom Core Information. Core Information This item displays the Core Information. 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. Pre-Core Hyper Threading The Pre-Core Hyper Threading feature allows you to disable Hyper Threading on specific cores.

  • Page 89: Intel Virtualization Technology

    Z690 Steel Legend WiFi 6E Z690 Steel Legend Enhanced Halt State (C1E) Enable Enhanced Halt State (C1E) for lower power consumption. CPU C6 State Support Enable C6 deep sleep state for lower power consumption. CPU C7 State Support Enable C7 deep sleep state for lower power consumption.

  • Page 90: 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). C.A.M (Clever Access Memory) If system has Resizable BAR capable PCIe Devices, use this option to enable or disable Resizable BAR support (only of the system supports 64-bit PCI decoding).
  • Page 91 Z690 Steel Legend WiFi 6E Z690 Steel Legend Configure DMI Slot Link Speed. Auto mode is optimizing for overclocking. PCIE1 Link Speed Select the link speed for PCIE1. PCIE2 Link Speed Select the link speed for PCIE2. PCIE3 Link Speed Select the link speed for PCIE3.
  • Page 92 Realtek 2.5G Ethernet Controller Enable or disable the onboard network interface controller (Dragon RTL8125BG). 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.

  • Page 93: Storage Configuration

    Z690 Steel Legend WiFi 6E Z690 Steel Legend 4.6.3 Storage Configuration SATA Controller(s) Enable/disable the SATA controllers. SATA Mode Selection AHCI: Supports new features that improve performance. Hybrid Storage Detection and Configuration Mode This item allows you select Hybrid Storage Detection and Configuration Mode.

  • Page 94: Intel(R) Thunderbolt

    4.6.4 Intel(R) 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. Windows 10 Thunderbolt support Enable or disable the Windows 10 Thunderbolt support.

  • Page 95: Super Io Configuration

    Z690 Steel Legend WiFi 6E Z690 Steel Legend 4.6.5 Super IO Configuration PS2 Y-Cable Enable the PS2 Y-Cable or set this option to Auto.

  • Page 96: 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 97: Usb Configuration

    Z690 Steel Legend WiFi 6E Z690 Steel Legend 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 98: Trusted Computing

    4.6.8 Trusted Computing NOTE: Options vary depending on the version of your connected TPM module. Security Device Support Use this item to enable or disable BIOS support for security device. O.S. will not show Security Device. TCG EFI protocol and INT1A interface will not be available. Active PCR banks This item displays active PCR Banks.

  • Page 99: Device Select

    Z690 Steel Legend WiFi 6E Z690 Steel Legend NOTE: Your computer will reboot during restart in order to change State of the Device. Platform Hierarchy Use this item to enable or disable Platform Hierarchy. Storage Hierarchy Use this item to enable or disable Storage Hierarchy.

  • Page 100: Tools

    ASRock Polychrome RGB Select LED lighting color. 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 101: Instant Flash

    Intel MEI Flash Starts BIOS recovery flash. Internet Flash - DHCP (Auto IP), Auto ASRock Internet Flash downloads and updates the latest UEFI firmware version from our servers for you. Please setup network configuration before using Internet Flash. *For BIOS backup and recovery purpose, it is recommended to plug in your USB pen drive before using this function.

  • Page 102: 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 Fan, or choose Customize to set 5 CPU temperatures and assign a respective fan speed for each temperature.
  • Page 103 Z690 Steel Legend WiFi 6E Z690 Steel Legend CPU Fan 2 Control Mode Select DC/PWM mode for CPU Fan 2. CPU Fan 2 Setting Select a fan mode for CPU Fan 2, or choose Customize to set 5 CPU temperatures and assign a respective fan speed for each temperature.
  • Page 104 Chassis Fan 2 Setting Select a fan mode for Chassis Fan 2, 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. Chassis Fan 2 Step Up Set the value of Chassis Fan 2 Step Up.
  • Page 105 Z690 Steel Legend WiFi 6E Z690 Steel Legend and assign a respective fan speed for each temperature. Chassis Fan 4 Temp Source Select a fan temperature source for Chassis Fan 4. Chassis Fan 4 Step Up Set the value of Chassis Fan 4 Step Up.

  • Page 106: Security Screen

    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. Leave it blank and press enter to remove the password.

  • Page 107: Boot Screen

    Z690 Steel Legend WiFi 6E Z690 Steel Legend 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.

  • Page 108: Full Screen Logo

    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. Boot Failure Guard Message If the computer fails to boot for a number of times the system automatically restores the default settings.

  • Page 109: Launch Storage Oprom Policy

    Z690 Steel Legend WiFi 6E Z690 Steel Legend execute both legacy and UEFI option ROM. 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.

  • Page 110: Exit Screen

    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 setup?”...

  • Page 111: 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 http://www.asrock.com/support/tsd.asp...

  • Page 112: Declaration Of Conformity

    13848 Magnolia Ave, Chino, CA91710 Phone/Fax No: +1-909-590-8308/+1-909-590-1026 hereby declares that the product Product Name : Motherboard Z690 Steel Legend WiFi 6E / Z690 Steel Legend 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.

  • Page 113: Eu Declaration Of Conformity

    EU Declaration of Conformity For the following equipment: Motherboard (Product Name) Z690 Steel Legend WiFi 6E / Z690 Steel Legend / 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.)

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