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Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction
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1.1 Package Contents
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1.2 Specifications
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1.3 Motherboard Layout
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1.4 I/O Panel
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Chapter 2 Installation
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2.1 Installing the CPU
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2.2 Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink
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2.3 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM)
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2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI Express Slots)
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2.5 Jumpers Setup
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2.6 Onboard Headers and Connectors
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2.7 Smart ...
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...Guide (M2_2)
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Chapter 3 Software and Utilities Operation
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3.1 Installing Drivers
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3.2 ASRock Motherboard Utility (A-Tuning)
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3.2.1 Installing ASRock Motherboard Utility (A-Tuning)
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3.2.2 Using ASRock Motherboard Utility (A-Tuning)
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3.3 ASRock Live Update & APP Shop
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3.3.1 UI Overview
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3.3.2 Apps
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3.3.3 BIOS & Drivers
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3.3.4 Setting...
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... and CPU support list on ASRock's website as well. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com.
1.1 Package Contents
• ASRock X299 Steel Legend Motherboard (ATX Form Factor) • ASRock X299 Steel Legend Quick Installation Guide • ASRock X299 Steel Legend Support CD • 1 x I/O Panel Shield • 1 x ASRock SLI_HB_Bridge_2S Card (Optional) • 4 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables...
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... Power
Connector) • 1 x Front Panel Audio Connector (15μ Gold Audio
Connector) • 1 x Thunderbolt AIC Connector (5-pin) * The Thunderbolt™ AIC card can be installed in the enabled PCIe slot (depending on CPU type). • 2 x USB 2.0 Headers (Support 4 USB 2.0 ports) (Supports
ESD Protection) • 1 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Header (Supports 2 USB 3.2 Gen1 ports)
(Supports ESD...
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... PCI Express x16 graphics cards. Currently, NVIDIA® SLITM technology supports Windows® 10 64-bit * 3-Way CrossFireXTM is only supported with CPU with 48 lanes or 44 lanes.
Requirements 1. You should only use identical SLITM-ready graphics cards that are NVIDIA® certified. 2. Make sure that your graphics card driver supports NVIDIA® SLITM technology. Download
the drivers...
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2.9.3 Driver Installation and Setup
Install the graphics card drivers to your system. After that, you can enable the Multi-Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) in the NVIDIA® nView system tray utility. Please follow the below procedures to enable the multi-GPU.
Step 1 Double-click the NVIDIA Control Panel icon in the Windows® system tray. Step 2 In the left...
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2.10 CrossFireXTM and 3-Way CrossFireXTM Operation Guide
This motherboard supports CrossFireXTM and 3-way CrossFireXTM that allows you to install up to three identical PCI Express x16 graphics cards. Currently CrossFireXTM and 3-way CrossFireXTM are supported with Windows® 10 64-bit OS. *3-Way SLITM is only supported with CPU with 48 lanes or 44 lanes.
1. You should only use...
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2.10.3 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. Please check AMD's website for AMD driver updates.
Step 3
Install the...
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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. The CD automatically displays the Main Menu if "AUTORUN" is enabled in your computer. If...
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3.2 ASRock Motherboard Utility (A-Tuning)
ASRock Motherboard Utility (A-Tuning) is ASRock's multi purpose software suite with a new interface, more new features and improved utilities.
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 Motherboard ...
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3.3 ASRock Live Update & APP Shop
The ASRock Live Update & APP Shop is an online store for purchasing and downloading software applications for your ASRock computer. You can quickly and easily install various apps and support utilities. With ASRock APP Shop, you can optimize your system and keep your motherboard up to date simply with a few clicks.
Double-click utility.
on ...
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...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... it or not.
- The red icon displays the price or "Free" if the app is free of charge. - The green "Installed" icon means the app is installed on your computer. Step 2 Click on the app icon to...
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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.
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To uninstall it, simply click on the trash can icon . *The trash icon may not appear for certain apps.
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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.
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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.
Step 1 Please check the item information before update. Click on Step 2
to see more details.
Click to select one or more items you want to update. Step 3
Click Update to start ...
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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.
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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.
Toggle on/off the RGB LED switch
Sync ...
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...the UEFI SETUP UTILITY by pressing or right after you power on the computer, otherwise, the Power-On-Self-Test (POST) will continue with its test routines. If you wish to enter the UEFI SETUP UTILITY after... turning the system off and then back on.
Because the UEFI software is constantly being updated, the following UEFI setup screens and descriptions are for reference purpose only, and they may ...
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4.5 OC Tweaker Screen
In the OC Tweaker screen, you can set up overclocking features.
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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.
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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. After copying the drivers please change the SATA mode to RAID, then you can start installing the...