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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

    Contents Chapter 1 Introduction Package Contents Specifications Motherboard Layout Front Panel Rear Panel Chapter 2 Installation Installing the CPU Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink Installing Memory Modules (SO-DIMM) Jumpers Setup Onboard Headers and Connectors M.2 WiFi/BT Module and Intel® CNVi (Integrated WiFi/BT) Installation Guide M.2 SSD Installation Guide Chapter 3 Auto Driver Installer...
  • Page 4 Main Screen OC Tweaker Screen Advanced Screen 4.4.1 CPU Configuration 4.4.2 Chipset Configuration 4.4.3 Storage Configuration 4.4.4 Intel(R) Thunderbolt 4.4.5 ACPI Configuration 4.4.6 USB Configuration 4.4.7 Trusted Computing 4.4.8 Network Stack Configuration 4.4.9 Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology Tools Hardware Health Event Monitoring Screen Security Screen Boot Screen Exit Screen...

  • Page 5: Chapter 1 Introduction

    B860M-STX Chapter 1 Introduction Thank you for purchasing B860M-STX motherboard. In this documentation, Chapter 1 and 2 contains the introduction of the motherboard and step-by-step installation guides. Chapter 3 contains the operation guide of the software and utilities. Chapter 4 contains the configuration guide of the BIOS setup.

  • Page 6: Specifications

    1.2 Specifications Platform • Mini-STX Form Factor • 8 Layer PCB • Supports Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors (Series 2) (LGA1851) • Supports Intel® Hybrid Technology • Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Max 3.0 Technology • Supports Intel® Thermal Velocity Boost (TVB) • Supports Intel®...
  • Page 7 B860M-STX • 1 x Intel® Thunderbolt 4, supports HDCP 2.3 and max. resolution up to 8K 60Hz / 5K 120Hz* * Only the CPU's embedded graphics can be displayed through Thunderbolt ports. If you want to display to a Thunderbolt monitor, please use CPU models with embedded graphics.

  • Page 8: Hardware Monitor

    Storage • 2 x SATA3 6.0 Gb/s Connectors • 1 x Blazing M.2 Socket (M2_1, Key M), supports type 2280 PCIe Gen5x4 (128 Gb/s) mode* • 1 x Hyper M.2 Socket (M2_2, Key M), supports type 2280 PCIe Gen4x4 (64 Gb/s) mode* * Supports Intel®...
  • Page 9 B860M-STX 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. It should be done at your own risk and expense.

  • Page 10: Motherboard Layout

    1.3 Motherboard Layout CPU_FAN1 DC Jack CLRMOS1 Mic In USB 3.2 Gen2x2 USB_2 PANEL1 PLED PWRBTN USB_5_6 Intel USB 3.2 Gen1 USB_1 HDLED RESET B860 Top: USB 3.2 Gen1 T: USB_3 RJ-45 Headphone B: USB_4 / Headset M2_1_CT1 M2_WIFI_CT1 SPEAKER1 BIOS CPU_FAN2 CMOS...

  • Page 11: Back Side View

    B860M-STX Back Side View M2_2 SATA3 SATA3...
  • Page 12 No. Description CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1) 2 x 260-pin DDR5 SO-DIMM Slots (DDR5_A1, DDR5_B1) Clear CMOS Jumper (CLRMOS1) System Panel Header (PANEL1) USB 2.0 Header (USB_5_6) MONO Speaker Header (SPEAKER1) Audio Header (AUDIO3) CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN2) SATA3 Connector (SATA2) SATA3 Connector (SATA1)

  • Page 13: Front Panel

    B860M-STX 1.4 Front Panel No. Description No. Description Headphone/Headset Jack (AUDIO1) USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C Port (USB_2) USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A Port (USB_1) Microphone Input (AUDIO2)

  • Page 14: Rear Panel

    1.5 Rear Panel No. Description No. Description DC Jack* HDMI Port (Supports 19V DC Power Adapters) USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A Ports DisplayPort 1.4 (DP2) (USB_34) Thunderbolt 4 Type-C Port (USB4_1) 2.5G LAN RJ-45 Port** DisplayPort 1.4 (DP_1) *Specification for DC plug 5.5 mm 2.5 mm * There are two LEDs on each LAN port.

  • Page 15: Chapter 2 Installation

    B860M-STX Chapter 2 Installation This is a Mini-STX 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 16: Installing The Cpu

    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. Do not force to insert the CPU into the socket if above situation is found.
  • Page 17 B860M-STX...
  • Page 18 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 19: Installing The Cpu Fan And Heatsink

    B860M-STX 2.2 Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink...

  • Page 20: Installing Memory Modules (So-Dimm)

    2.3 Installing Memory Modules (SO-DIMM) This motherboard provides two 260-pin DDR5 (Double Data Rate 5) SO-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 SO-DIMM pairs. 2.
  • Page 21 B860M-STX...

  • Page 22: Jumpers Setup

    2.4 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 Short: Clear CMOS (CLRCMOS1) Open: Default 2-pin Jumper...

  • Page 23: Onboard Headers And Connectors

    B860M-STX 2.5 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...
  • Page 24 MONO Speaker Header Please connect the chassis Front_L- speaker to this header. (4-pin SPEAKER1) Front_L+ Front_R+ (see p.6, No. 6) Front_R- Serial ATA3 Connectors These two SATA3 (see p.7, No. 9 and 10) connectors support SATA data cables for internal storage devices with up to Signal Name Signal Name...
  • Page 25 B860M-STX Audio Header This Audio header allows you to (5-pin AUDIO3) connect the audio cable for head- Audio-R (see p.6, No. 7) phone. Audio-L Jack detect...

  • Page 26: Wifi/Bt Module And Intel® Cnvi (Integrated Wifi/Bt) Installation Guide

    2.6 M.2 WiFi/BT Module and Intel® CNVi (Integrated WiFi/BT) 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 module and Intel® CNVi (Integrated WiFi/BT).
  • Page 27 B860M-STX 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.

  • Page 28: Ssd Installation Guide

    2.7 M.2 SSD Installation Guide 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.
  • Page 29 B860M-STX M.2 SSD Support List Vendor Interface ADATA PCIe ADATA ASX7000NPC-512GT-C (XPG SX7000) (NVMe) ADATA PCIe ADATA ASX8000NPC-512GM-C (XPG ASX8000) (NVMe) Apacer PCIe Apacer Z280 AP240GZ280-240G (NVMe) Intel PCIe Intel Optane Memory 32GB (MEMPEK1W032GA)(NVMe) Intel PCIe Intel Optane Memory 16GB (MEMPEK1W016GA)(NVMe)

  • Page 30: Chapter 3 Auto Driver Installer

    Chapter 3 Auto Driver Installer After you install the Windows OS and boot into the system, a notification will pop up to help you to install and update required drivers.

  • Page 31: Chapter 4 Uefi Setup Utility

    B860M-STX 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 32: 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 33: Advanced Mode

    B860M-STX 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 34: 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 35: Main Screen

    B860M-STX 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. My Favorite Display your collection of BIOS items. Press F5 to add/remove your favorite items.

  • Page 36: Oc Tweaker Screen

    4.3 OC Tweaker Screen In the OC Tweaker screen, you can set up overclocking features. Base Frequency Boost Allows you to enjoy the base frequency boost with the hidden power of processors immediately. This item appears depending on the motherbod model you use. CPU Configuration CPU Turbo Ratio Information Press [Enter] to view the CPU Turbo Ratio information.

  • Page 37: Bclk Aware Adaptive Voltage

    B860M-STX CPU E-Core Ratio The E-Core speed is determined by the E-Core Ratio multiplied with the BCLK. Increasing the E-Core Ratio will increase the internal E-Core clock speed without affecting the clock speed of other components. Configuration options: [Auto] [All Core] [Per Core] [Specific Per Core] CPU Cache Ratio The CPU Internal Bus Speed Ratio.
  • Page 38 Configuration options: [Max Battery] [Max Non-Turbo Performance] [Turbo Performance] CPU BGREF Mode Allows you to select CPU Bandgap Reference Mode between Normal and Bandgap By- passed. CPU Bandgap Reference Mode - the default voltage is Normal. Configuration options: [Normal] [Bandgap Bypassed] VCCIA Boot Voltage Allows you to select VCCIA boot voltage between Nominal and High Voltage.
  • Page 39 B860M-STX Intel SpeedStep Technology Intel SpeedStep technology allows processors to switch between multiple frequencies and voltage points for better power saving and heat dissipation. CPU turbo ratio can be fixed when Intel SpeedStep Technology is set to Disabled and Intel Turbo Boost Technology is set to Enabled.

  • Page 40: Long Duration Power Limit

    default threshold on supported products. Recommended to disable it for overclocking. This item appears depending on the CPU you use on your motherboard. Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] CPU Tj Max Allows you to set CPU Tj Max to adjust TCC Target Temperature. It supports Tj Max in the range of 62 to 115 deg Celsius.

  • Page 41: Dram Frequency

    B860M-STX P-core Power Density Throttle Throttling for overclocking purpose. Once disabled, BIOS cannot enable it in the same reset cycle. A warm or cold reset is required to enable protection again. DRAM Configuration Memory Information Allows you to browse the serial presence detect (SPD) and Intel extreme memory profile (XMP) for memory modules.
  • Page 42 2nd Point Frequnecy Allows you to specify the frequency for the given point. 2nd Point Gear Gear ratio for this SAGV point. Configuration options: [Auto] [2] [4] 3rd Point Frequnecy Allows you to specify the frequency for the given point. 3rd Point Gear Gear ratio for this SAGV point.

  • Page 43: Secondary Timing

    B860M-STX RAS# Cycle Time (tRC) Allows to configure the minimum active to active/Refresh Time. Command Rate (CR) The delay between when a memory chip is selected and when the first active command can be issued. Secondary Timing Write Recovery Time (tWR) The amount of delay that must elapse after the completion of a valid write operation, before an active bank can be precharged.
  • Page 44 to the same internal bank. RAS to RAS Delay (tRRD_L) The number of clocks between two rows activated in different banks of the same rank. RAS to RAS Delay (tRRD_S) The number of clocks between two rows activated in different banks of the same rank. Read to Precharge (tRTP) The number of clocks that are inserted between a read command to a row pre-charge command to the same rank.
  • Page 45 B860M-STX Allows you to configure tCSH. tCSH Allows you to configure tCSH. tCSL Allows you to configure tCSL. tCA2CS Allows you to configure tCA2CS. tPRPDEN Allows you to configure tPRPDEN. tOSCO Allows you to configure tOSCO. tMRR Allows you to configure tMRR.
  • Page 46 AddTcwl Allows you to configure AddTcwl. tCCDByteCasDelta Allows you to configure tCCDByteCasDelta. tPrefRi Allows you to configure tOrefRi. RefreshHpWm Allows you to configure RefreshHpWm. RefreshPanicWm Allows you to configure RefreshPanicWm. RefreshPanicWm Allows you to configure RefreshAbrRelease. tRFM Allows you to configure tRFM. tXSR Allows you to configure tXSR.
  • Page 47 B860M-STX tMRD Allows you to configure tMRD. Turn Around Timing TAT Training Value tRDRD_sg Configure between module read to read delay. Configuration options: [Auto] [0] - [127] tRDRD_dg Configure between module read to read delay. Configuration options: [Auto] [0] - [127] tRDRD_dr Configure between module read to read delay.
  • Page 48 tWRRD_sg Configure between module write to read delay. Configuration options: [Auto] [0] - [511] tWRRD_dg Configure between module write to read delay. Configuration options: [Auto] [0] - [511] tWRRD_dr Configure between module write to read delay. Configuration options: [Auto] [0] - [127] tWRRD_dd Configure between module write to read delay.
  • Page 49 B860M-STX Configuration options: [Auto] [0] - [127] tRDRD_dg Configure between module write to read delay. Configuration options: [Auto] [0] - [127] tRDRD_dr Configure between module write to read delay. Configuration options: [Auto] [0] - [255] tRDRD_dd Configure between module write to read delay.
  • Page 50 Configuration options: [Auto] [0] - [511] tWRRD_dr Configure between module write to read delay. Configuration options: [Auto] [0] - [127] tWRRD_dd Configure between module write to read delay. Configuration options: [Auto] [0] - [127] tWRWR_sg Configure between module write to write delay. Configuration options: [Auto] [0] - [127] tWRWR_dg Configure between module write to write delay.
  • Page 51 B860M-STX Configure round trip latency FIF0 delay initial offset. Initial RTL (MC0 A1) Configure round trip latency initial value. Initial RTL (MC0 A1) Configure round trip latency initial value. Initial RTL (MC1 B1) Configure round trip latency initial value. Initial RTL (MC1 B1) Configure round trip latency initial value.

  • Page 52: Force Coldreset

    Restart MRC in Cold mode after disabling failing channel. Default option is set to Disabled. Exit On Failure (MRC) Exit On Failure for MRC training steps. Force ColdReset Force ColdReset OR Choose MrcColdBoot Mode, which Coldboot is required during MRC execution.
  • Page 53 B860M-STX System Agent Voltage Input voltage for the processor by the external voltage regulator. Configuration options: [Auto] [Offset Mode] [Fixed Mode] System Agent Load-Line Calibration System Agent Load-Line Calibration helps prevent System Agent voltage droop when the system is under heavy load.
  • Page 54 VDD Voltage Range JEDEC Standard ranges from 0.800V to 1.435V. OC Demand ranges from 0.800V to 2.070V. OC Demand may not be applied if PMIC OC CAP is JEDEC PMIC. You can check it via the Memory Information tool. Configuration options: [JEDEC Standard] [OC Demand] VDDQ Voltage Allows you to configure the VDDQ Voltage supported by PMIC at DRAM side.
  • Page 55 B860M-STX Configuration options: [Auto] [0.5 A] [1.0 A] [Reserved] [Max TDC] PLL Voltage Configuration P-Core PLL Voltage Offset PLL Voltage Offset value ranges from 0 to 15 bins, and each bin is 17.5mV. E-Core PLL Voltage Offset PLL Voltage Offset value ranges from 0 to 15 bins, and each bin is 17.5mV.

  • Page 56: Voltage Mode

    Configure Max voltage limits. The max voltage should be 200mV greater than Vfused P0. E-Core Max Voltage Limits Configure Max voltage limits. The max voltage should be 200mV greater than Vfused P0. Ring Max Voltage Limits Configure Max voltage limits. The max voltage should be 200mV greater than Vfused P0. GT Max Voltage Limits Configure Max voltage limits.
  • Page 57 B860M-STX Configuration options: [OC Mode] : Larger tange voltage for overclocking. [Stable Mode] : Smaller range voltage for stable system. Core Input Voltage Allows you to configure Input voltage for the processor by the external voltage regulator. Configuration options: [Auto] [Offset Mode] [Fixed Mode]...

  • Page 58: Advanced Screen

    4.4 Advanced Screen In this section, you may set the configurations for the following items: CPU Configuration, Chipset Configuration, Storage Configuration, Intel(R) Thunderbolt, ACPI Configuration, USB Configuration , Trusted Computing, Network Stack Configuration and Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology. Setting wrong values in this section may cause the system to malfunction. UEFI Configuration UEFI Setup Style Allows you to select the default mode when entering the UEFI setup utility.
  • Page 59 B860M-STX Full HD UEFI [Auto] When [Auto] is selected, the resolution will be set to 1920 x 1080 if the monitor sup- ports Full HD resolution. If the monitor does not support Full HD resolution, then the resolution will be set to 1024 x 768.

  • Page 60: Cpu Configuration

    4.4.1 CPU Configuration Processor P-Core Information Press [Enter] to view P-Core Information. Processor E-Core Information Press [Enter] to view E-Core Information. Active P-Cores Allows you to select the number of cores to enable in each processor package. Note: Number of P-Cores and E-Cores are lokked at together. When both are {0,0}, Pcode will enable all cores.

  • Page 61: Cstate Un-Demotion

    B860M-STX Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] C-State Auto Demotion Allows you to configure C-State Auto Demotion. Configuration options: [C1] [Disabled] CState Un-demotion Allows you to configure C-State Un-demotion. Configuration options: [C1] [Disabled] Package C-State Demotion Allows you to enable or disable Package C-State Demotion.

  • Page 62: Intel Virtualization Technology

    Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Intel Virtualization Technology Intel Virtualization Technology allows a platform to run multiple operating systems and applications in independent partitions, so that one computer system can function as multiple virtual systems. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] X2APIC Enable Allows you to enable or disable X2APIC Operating Mode.\nWhen this option is config- ured as ‘Enabled’, ‘VT-d’...

  • Page 63: Chipset Configuration

    B860M-STX 4.4.2 Chipset Configuration Modern Standby Allows you to set Modern Standby. Re-Size BAR Support If system has Resizable BAR capable PCIe Devices, this option Enables or Disables Resizable BAR Support. VT-d Intel® Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O helps your virtual machine monitor better utilize hardware by improving application compatibility and reliability, and providing additional levels of manageability, security, isolation, and I/O performance.
  • Page 64 Configuration options: [Gen1] [Gen2] [Gen3] [Gen4] PCI Express Native Control Select Enabled for enhanced PCI Express power saving in OS. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] PCIE ASPM Support This option controls the ASPM support for all CPU downstream devices. Configuration options: [Disabled] [L0s] [L1] [L0sL1] [Auto] PCH PCIE ASPM Support This option controls the ASPM support for all PCH downstream devices.

  • Page 65: Deep Sleep

    B860M-STX Allows you to enable or disable audio for the onboard digital outputs. This item appears when you've installed a graphics card on your motherboard. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]. Realtek 2.5G Ethernet Controller Allows you to enable or disable Onboard LAN.

  • Page 66: Storage Configuration

    4.4.3 Storage Configuration SATA Controller(s) Enable/disable the SATA controllers. SATA Aggressive Link Power Management SATA Aggressive Link Power Management allows SATA devices to enter a low power state during periods of inactivity to save power. It is only supported by AHCI mode. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]...

  • Page 67: Intel(R) Thunderbolt

    B860M-STX 4.4.4 Intel(R) Thunderbolt PCIE Tunneling over USB4 Allows you to enable or disable PCIE Tunneling over USB4. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Integrated Thunderbolt(TM) Enable Allows you to enable or disable the Intergrated Thunderbolt(TM). Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Discrete Thunderbolt(TM) Enable Allows you to enable or disable Discrete Thunderbolt(TM).

  • Page 68: Acpi Configuration

    4.4.5 ACPI Configuration Suspend to RAM Allows you to select [Disabled] for ACPI suspend type S1. It is recommended to select [Auto] for ACPI S3 power saving. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] PCIE Devices Power On Allows the system to be waked up by a PCIE device and enable wake on LAN. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] RTC Alarm Power On Allows the system to be waked up by the real time clock alarm.

  • Page 69: Usb Configuration

    B860M-STX 4.4.6 USB Configuration XHCI Hand-off This is a workaround for OSes without XHCI hand-off support. The XHCI ownership change should be claimed by XHCI driver. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]...

  • Page 70: Trusted Computing

    4.4.7 Trusted Computing NOTE: Options vary depending on the version of your connected TPM module. Security Device Support Allows you 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. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Active PCR banks This item displays active PCR Banks.

  • Page 71: Pending Operation

    B860M-STX SM3_256 PCR Bank Allows you to enable or disable SM3_256 PCR Bank. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Pending Operation Allows you to schedule an Operation for the Security Device. NOTE: Your computer will reboot during restart in order to change State of the Device.

  • Page 72: Network Stack Configuration

    4.4.8 Network Stack Configuration Network Stack This allows you to enable or disable UEFI Network Stack. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]...

  • Page 73: Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology

    B860M-STX 4.4.9 Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology This formset allows the user to manage RAID volumes on the Inter(R) RAID Controller. The page displays the disk information when there are disks connected to the system. Create RAID Volume Press [Enter] to enter the page that allows you to create a RAID volume.

  • Page 74: Tools

    4.5 Tools Media Sanitization Use this tool to securely erase SSD. This tool only lists the SSDs that support the Secure Erase function. After you Sanitize SSD, all user data will be permanently destroyed on the SSD and cannot be recovered. Auto Driver Installer Allows you to download and install all necessary drivers automatically.

  • Page 75: Hardware Health Event Monitoring Screen

    B860M-STX 3.6 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. NOTE: Options vary depending on the features of your motherboard.

  • Page 76: Security Screen

    4.7 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 77: Boot Screen

    B860M-STX 4.8 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 speeds up your computer's boot time; however, you won't be able to boot from an USB storage device.

  • Page 78: Full Screen Logo

    Configuration options: [On] [Off] Boot Beep Allows you to select whether the Boot Beep should be turned on or off when the system boots up. Please note that a buzzer is needed. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Full Screen Logo [Enabled] Select this item to display the boot logo. [Disabled] Select this item to show normal POST messages.

  • Page 79: Exit Screen

    B860M-STX 4.9 Exit Screen Save Changes and Exit When you select this option the following message, “Save configuration changes and exit setup?” will pop out. Press <F10> key or select [Yes] to save the changes and exit the UEFI SETUP UTILITY.

  • Page 80: 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 81: 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 82 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 83 If you require assistance please call ASRock Tel : +886-2-28965588 ext.123 (Standard International call charges apply)

  • Page 84: Declaration Of Conformity

    DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Per FCC Part 2 Section 2.1077(a) Responsible Party Name: ASRock Incorporation 13848 Magnolia Ave, Chino, CA91710 Address: Phone/Fax No: +1-909-590-8308/+1-909-590-1026 hereby declares that the product Product Name : Motherboard B860M-STX Model Number : Conforms to the following speci cations:...

  • Page 85: Eu Declaration Of Conformity

    EU Declaration of Conformity For the following equipment: Motherboard (Product Name) B860M-STX (Model Designation / Trade Name) EMC Directive – 2014/30/EU EN 55032: 2015 / A11: 2020, EN 55035: 2017 / A11: 2020 EN IEC 61000-3-2: 2019, EN 61000-3-3: 2013...
  • Page 86 EU Declaration of Conformity Product: Product Motherboard Model B860M-STX Authorized Representative (UK-GB): Name: Gary Tsui Address: Bijsterhuizen 11-11, 6546 AR Nijmegen,The Netherlands Contact person: Gary Tsui This declaration is issued under the sole responsibility of the mentioned Manufacturer. The subject equipment under declaration is in conformity with the UK-GB Regulation(s) below: e Electromagnetic Compatibility Regulations 2016 (S.I.

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