ASRock X670E Steel Legend User Manual
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- ASRock X670E Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 1
- ASRock X670E Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 2
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: [email protected] ASRock EUROPE B.V. e-mail: [email protected] - ASRock X670E Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 3
Contents Chapter 1 Introduction 1 1.1 Package Contents 1 1.2 Specifications 2 1.3 Motherboard Layout 6 1.4 I/O Panel 8 1.5 Block Diagram 10 1.6 802.11ax Wi-Fi 6E Module and ASRock WiFi 2.4/5/6 GHz Antenna 11 1.7 Graphics Card Holder 12 Chapter 2 Installation 13 2.1 Installing the - ASRock X670E Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 4
2.13 Smart Switches 49 2.14 Post Status Checker 51 2.15 M.2 SSD Module Installation Guide (M2_1) 52 2.16 M.2 SSD Module Installation Guide (M2_2) 56 2.17 M.2 SSD Module Installation Guide (M2_3) 59 2.18 M.2 SSD Module Installation Guide (M2_4) 62 - ASRock X670E Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 5
ASRock's website without further notice. If you require technical support related to this motherboard, please visit our website for ASRock X670E Steel Legend Motherboard (ATX Form Factor) • ASRock X670E Steel Legend User Manual • 2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) • 1 x ASRock WiFi - ASRock X670E Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 6
, un-buffered memory up to 6600+(OC)* • Max. capacity of system memory: 128GB • Supports Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) and EXTended Profiles for Overclocking (EXPO) memory modules * Please refer to Memory Support List on ASRock's website for more information. (http://www.asrock.com/) Expansion Slot - ASRock X670E Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 7
Rear Out port • Individual PCB Layers for R/L Audio Channel • Nahimic Audio 1 x 2.5 Gigabit LAN 10/100/1000/2500 Mb/s (Dragon RTL8125BG) • Supports Dragon 2.5G LAN Software - Smart Auto Adjust Bandwidth Control - Visual User Friendly UI - Visual Network Usage Statistics - Optimized Default Setting - ASRock X670E Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 8
type 2260/2280 PCIe Gen4x4 (64 Gb/s) mode* • 4 x SATA3 6.0 Gb/s Connectors * Supports NVMe SSD as boot disks * Supports ASRock U.2 Kit RAID • Supports RAID 0, RAID 1 and RAID 10 for SATA storage devices • Supports RAID 0, RAID 1 and RAID 10 for M.2 NVMe storage devices Connector • 1 x SPI TPM - ASRock X670E Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 9
to 2A (24W). ***** CPU_FAN2/WP and CHA_FAN1~4/WP can auto detect if 3-pin or 4-pin fan is in use. • AMI UEFI Legal BIOS with GUI support • Microsoft® Windows® 11 64-bit • FCC, CE • ErP/EuP ready (ErP/EuP ready power supply is required) * For detailed product information, please visit our website - ASRock X670E Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 10
1.3 Motherboard Layout 6 - ASRock X670E Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 11
No. Description 1 8 pin 12V Power Connector (ATX12V1) 2 8 pin 12V Power Connector (ATX12V2) 3 Chassis/Water Pump Fan Connector (CHA_FAN1/WP) 4 2 x 288-pin DDR5 DIMM Slots (DDR5_A1, DDR5_B1) 5 2 x 288-pin DDR5 DIMM Slots (DDR5_A2, DDR5_B2) 6 CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1) 7 CPU/Water Pump Fan Connector - ASRock X670E Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 12
1.4 I/O Panel 1 4 2 3 5 14 13 12 11 10 9 7 6 8 No. Description No. Description 1 DisplayPort 1.4 8 USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C Port (USB32_TC_1) 2 LAN RJ-45 Port* 9 USB 3.2 Gen1 Ports (USB32_56) 3 2.5G LAN RJ-45 Port** 10 USB 3.2 Gen1 Ports (USB32_1234) 4 Microphone Input Jack*** 11 - ASRock X670E Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 13
X670E 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 Status Off Blinking On Description No Link Data Activity Link Speed LED Status Off Orange Green Description 10Mbps - ASRock X670E Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 14
key E (RZ616 WiFi module) PCIe x4 Gen4 BUS Front USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type C Front USB 3.2 Gen1 4 port Front USB 2.0 3 ports Rear USB 2.0 1 ports (USB_1 Support BIOS Update) USB3.2 G2x220Gb/s USB3.2 G1 5Gb/s USB2.0 480Mb/s USB2.0 480Mb/s 2nd AMD PROM21 Chipset PCIe Gen4 x4 PCIe Gen4 x4 SATA 6Gb - ASRock X670E Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 15
/ax Wi-Fi 6E connectivity standards and Bluetooth. Wi-Fi 6E + BT module is an easy-to-use wireless local area network (WLAN) adapter to support Wi-Fi 6E + BT. Bluetooth standard features Smart Ready technology that adds a whole new class of functionality into the mobile devices. BT also includes Low - ASRock X670E Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 16
1.7 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. Type A Type B *There are two types of screws - ASRock X670E Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 17
X670E Steel Legend 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 - ASRock X670E Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 18
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. Otherwise, the CPU will - ASRock X670E Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 19
1 2 A B X670E Steel Legend 3 4 Carefully place the CPU in as flat as possible. Do not drop it. 15 - ASRock X670E Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 20
socket lever. Please save the cover if the processor is removed. The cover must be placed if you wish to return the motherboard for after service. 16 - ASRock X670E Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 21
X670E Steel Legend 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 - ASRock X670E Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 22
3 4 CPU_FAN1 18 - ASRock X670E Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 23
Installing the CPU Cooler (Type 2) 1 X670E Steel Legend 2 19 - ASRock X670E Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 24
3 4 CPU_FAN1 20 - ASRock X670E Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 25
X670E Steel Legend 5 CPU_FAN1 +12V RGB_LED1 *The illustrations shown here are for reference purposes only and may not exactly match the model you purchase. 21 - ASRock X670E Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 26
Installing the CPU Cooler (Type 3) 1 2 22 - ASRock X670E Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 27
X670E Steel Legend 3 4 23 - ASRock X670E Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 28
5 CPU_FAN1 24 - ASRock X670E Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 29
X670E Steel Legend 6 CPU_FAN1 +12V RGB_LED1 or CPU_FAN1 RGB_LED1 USB_1_2 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 - ASRock X670E Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 30
2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) This motherboard provides four 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. - ASRock X670E Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 31
X670E Steel Legend 1 2 3 27 - ASRock X670E Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 32
2.4 Connecting the Front Panel Header 1 323:2(5:(/5(/'(' 32:(+5'6:'/('5(6(76: 2 HDD LED RESET SW 3$1(/ System Panel Header 10 9 Front Panel Wires Power SW (-) B Power SW (+) RESET SW (+) D RESET SW (-) Power LED (-) A Power LED (+) HDD LED (-) C HDD LED (+) A B C D 21 - ASRock X670E Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 33
2.5 Installing the Motherboard X670E Steel Legend 29 - ASRock X670E Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 34
2.6 Installing SATA Drives 1 Optical Drive SATA Drive 2 SATA Data Cable 30 - ASRock X670E Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 35
X670E Steel Legend 3 4 SATA Power Connector SATA Data Connector 31 - ASRock X670E Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 36
2.7 Installing a Graphics Card 1 CLICK! 32 - ASRock X670E Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 37
X670E Steel Legend 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 - ASRock X670E Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 38
2.8 Connecting Peripheral Devices 34 - ASRock X670E Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 39
2.9 Connecting the Power Connectors X670E Steel Legend $7;9 $7;3:5 35 - ASRock X670E Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 40
2.10 Power On 1 3 2 4 36 - ASRock X670E Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 41
X670E Steel Legend 2.11 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. 25) CLRCMOS1 allows you to clear the data in - ASRock X670E Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 42
2.12 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. 19) - ASRock X670E Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 43
ATA3 Connectors Right Angle: (SATA3_1) (see p.6, No. 18) (SATA3_2) (see p.6, No. 17) (SATA3_3) (see p.6, No. 16) (SATA3_4) (see p.6, No. 15) These four SATA3 connectors support SATA data cables for internal storage devices with up to 6.0 Gb/s data transfer rate. 39 SATA3_1 SATA3_2 SATA3_3 SATA3_4 - ASRock X670E Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 44
pin USB_5_6) (see p.6, No. 24) (9-pin USB_7_8) (see p.6, No. 23) There are two headers on this motherboard. Each USB 2.0 header can support two ports. USB_5_6 USB_PWR -B +B GND DUMMY 1 GND +A -A USB_PWR USB_7_8 USB_PWR -B +B GND DUMMY 1 GND +A -A USB_PWR USB 3.2 Gen1 Headers (19-pin USB32_8_9) (see - ASRock X670E Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 45
panel. HD_AUDIO1 GND PRESENCE# MIC_RET OUT_RET 1 OUT2_L J_SENSE OUT2_R MIC2_R MIC2_L High Definition Audio supports Jack Sensing, but the panel wire on the chassis must support HDA to function correctly. Please follow the instructions in our manual and chassis manual to install your system. 41 - ASRock X670E Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 46
Chassis/Water Pump Fan Connectors (4-pin CHA_FAN1/WP) (see p.6, No. 3) (4-pin CHA_FAN2/WP) (see p.6, No. 27) (4-pin CHA_FAN3/WP) (see p.6, No. 26) (4-pin CHA_FAN4/WP) (see p.6, No. 21) This motherboard provides four 4-Pin water cooling chassis fan connectors. If you plan to connect a 3-Pin chassis - ASRock X670E Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 47
X670E Steel Legend CPU Fan Connector (4-pin CPU_FAN1) (see p.6, No. 6) This motherboard provides a 4-Pin CPU fan (Quiet Fan) connector. If you plan to connect a 3-Pin CPU fan, please connect it to Pin 1-3. CPU_FAN1 4 3 2 1 GND +12V CPU_FAN_SPEED FAN_SPEED_CONTROL CPU/Water Pump Fan Connector (4-pin - ASRock X670E Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 48
ATX Power Connector (24-pin ATXPWR1) (see p.6, No. 11) 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 12 24 1 13 ATX 12V Power Connectors (8-pin ATX12V1) (see p.6, No. 1) (8-pin ATX12V2) (see p.6, No. 2) - ASRock X670E Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 49
X670E Steel Legend SPI TPM Header (13-pin SPI_TPM_J1) (see p.6, No. 14) 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 - ASRock X670E Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 50
do so may cause damages to motherboard components. 1. Please note that the RGB LED strips do not come with the package. 2. The RGB LED header supports standard 5050 RGB LED strip (12V/G/R/B), with a maximum power rating of 3A (12V) and length within 2 meters. 46 - ASRock X670E Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 51
X670E Steel Legend Addressable LED Headers (3-pin ADDR_LED1) (see p.6, No. 29) (3-pin ADDR_LED2) (see p.6, No. 9) (3-pin ADDR_LED3) (see p.6, No. 8) These headers are used to connect Addressable LED extension cables which allow users to choose from various LED lighting effects. Caution: Never - ASRock X670E Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 52
do so may cause damages to motherboard components. 1. Please note that the RGB LED strips do not come with the package. 2. The RGB LED header supports WS2812B addressable RGB LED strip (5V/Data/ GND), with a maximum power rating of 3A (5V) and length within 2 meters. 48 - ASRock X670E Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 53
X670E Steel Legend 2.13 Smart Switches The motherboard has one smart switch: BIOS Flashback Button, allowing users to flash the BIOS. BIOS Flashback Button (BIOS_FB1) (see p.8, No. 12) BIOS Flashback Button allows users to flash the BIOS. BIOS_FB USB BIOS Flashback port 49 - ASRock X670E Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 54
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 encryption or security relying on the TPM. Make sure that you have already stored and backup-ed the recovery key. If - ASRock X670E Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 55
X670E Steel Legend 2.14 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 storage is dysfunctional. The lights go off if the four mentioned above are functioning normally. It is - ASRock X670E Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 56
2.15 M.2 SSD Module Installation Guide (M2_1) 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 2260/2280 PCIe Gen5x4 (128 Gb/s) mode. Installing the M.2 SSD Module Step 1 Prepare a M.2 SSD module and - ASRock X670E Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 57
2 1 X670E Steel Legend Step 3 1 Before installing a M.2 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. B A Step 4 Peel off the yellow protective film on the nut A. - ASRock X670E Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 58
B NUT2 NUT1 Step 6 Tighten the screw with a screwdriver to secure the module into place. Please do not overtighten the screw as this might damage the module. Skip Step 6 if your M.2 SSD module is Type 2280. Step 7 Before securing the M.2 heatsink, make sure to align the notch on the SSD to the - ASRock X670E Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 59
next to the M.2 connector (3). *Please do not overtighten the screw as this might damage the module and M.2 heatsink. For the latest updates of M.2 SSD module support list, please visit our website for details: http://www.asrock.com 55 - ASRock X670E Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 60
2.16 M.2 SSD Module Installation Guide (M2_2) 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_2, Key M) supports type 2242/2260/2280 PCIe Gen4x4 (64 Gb/s) mode. Installing the M.2 SSD Module Step 1 Prepare a M.2 SSD module - ASRock X670E Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 61
2 1 C B A C B A X670E Steel Legend 1 Step 3 Before installing a M.2 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 Move the standoff based on the module - ASRock X670E Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 62
the M.2 heatsink into place. Please do not overtighten the screw as this might damage the module and M.2 heatsink. For the latest updates of M.2 SSD module support list, please visit our website for details: http://www.asrock.com 58 - ASRock X670E Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 63
X670E Steel Legend 2.17 M.2 SSD Module Installation Guide (M2_3) 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_3, Key M) supports type 2230/2242/2260/2280 PCIe Gen4x4 (64 Gb/s) mode. Installing the M.2 SSD Module Step 1 - ASRock X670E Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 64
2 1 1 Step 3 Before installing a M.2 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. D C B A D C B A Step 4 Move the standoff based on the module type and - ASRock X670E Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 65
the M.2 heatsink into place. Please do not overtighten the screw as this might damage the module and M.2 heatsink. For the latest updates of M.2 SSD module support list, please visit our website for details: http://www.asrock.com 61 - ASRock X670E Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 66
2.18 M.2 SSD Module Installation Guide (M2_4) 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_4, Key M) supports type 2260/2280 PCIe Gen4x4 (64 Gb/s) mode. Installing the M.2 SSD Module Step 1 Prepare a M.2 SSD module and the - ASRock X670E Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 67
B A X670E Steel Legend Step 3 Move the standoff based on the module type and length. The standoff is placed at the nut location B by default. Skip Step 3 and 4 and go straight to Step 5 if you are going to use the default nut. Step 4 Peel off the yellow protective film on the nut to be used. Hand - ASRock X670E Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 68
B NUT2 NUT1 Step 6 Tighten the screw with a screwdriver to secure the module into place. Please do not overtighten the screw as this might damage the module. For the latest updates of M.2 SSD module support list, please visit our website for details: http://www.asrock.com 64 - ASRock X670E Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 69
installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation - ASRock X670E Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 70
The terms HDMI® and HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries. WARNING THIS PRODUCT CONTAINS A BUTTOON BATTERY If swallowed, a button battery can cause serious injury or death - ASRock X670E Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 71
ASRock INC. hereby declares that this device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of related UKCA Directives. Full text of UKCA declaration of conformity is available at: http://www.asrock.com ASRock INC. hereby declares that this device is in compliance - ASRock X670E Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 72
Operations in the 5.15-5.35GHz band are restricted to indoor usage only. Radio transmit power per transceiver type Function WiFi Bluetooth Frequency 2400-2483.5 MHz 5150-5250 MHz 5250-5350 MHz 5470-5725 MHz 2400-2483.5 MHz Maximum Output Power (EIRP) 18.5 + / -1.5 dbm 21.5 + / -1.5 dbm 18.5 + /
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