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- ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 1
X99 Extreme6/ac X99 Extreme6 - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 2
change without notice, and should not be constructed as a commitment by ASRock. ASRock assumes no responsibility for any errors or omissions that may appear in CALIFORNIA, USA ONLY he Lithium battery adopted on this motherboard contains Perchlorate, a toxic substance controlled in Perchlorate Best - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 3
Manufactured under license under U.S. Patent Nos: 5,956,674; 5,974,380; 6,487,535; 7,003,467 & other U.S. and worldwide patents issued & pending. DTS, the Symbol, & DTS and the Symbol together is a registered trademark & DTS Connect, DTS Interactive, DTS Neo:PC are trademarks of DTS, Inc. Product - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 4
Speciications 2 1.3 Motherboard Layout 7 1.4 I/O Panel 11 1.5 WiFi-802.11ac Module and ASRock WiFi 2.4GHz Antenna (for X99 Extreme6/ac only ) Dr. Debug 32 2.9 SLITM , 3-Way SLITMand Quad SLITM Operation Guide 34 2.9.1 Installing Two SLITM-Ready Graphics Cards 34 2.9.2 Installing Three - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 5
2.12 HDD Saver Cable Installation Guide 46 Chapter 3 Software and Utilities Operation 47 3.1 Installing Drivers 47 3.2 A-Tuning 48 3.3 ASRock Cloud (on Qualcomm® Atheros® AR8171) 54 3.4 ASRock APP Shop 64 3.4.1 UI Overview 64 3.4.2 Apps 65 3.4.3 BIOS & Drivers 68 3.4.4 Setting 69 - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 6
4.4.3 Storage Coniguration 90 4.4.4 Super IO Coniguration 91 4.4.5 ACPI Coniguration 92 4.4.6 USB Coniguration 93 4.4.7 Trusted Computing 94 4.5 Tools 95 4.6 Hardware Health Event Monitoring Screen 99 4.7 Security Screen 101 4.8 Boot Screen 102 4.9 Exit Screen 105 - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 7
cards and CPU support list on ASRock's website as well. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com. 1.1 Package Contents • ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac / X99 Extreme6 Motherboard (ATX Form Factor) • ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac / X99 Extreme6 Quick Installation Guide • ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac / X99 Extreme6 Support CD - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 8
Support List on ASRock's website for more information. (http://www.asrock.com/) • Supports non-ECC RDIMM (Registered DIMM) • Supports DDR4 ECC, un-bufered memory/RDIMM with Intel® Xeon® processors E5 series in the LGA 2011 mini-PCI Express Slot: For WiFi + BT module (for X99 Extreme6/ac) English 2 - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 9
® Atheros® AR8171) • Supports Wake-On-LAN • Supports Lightning/ESD Protection (ASRock Full Spike Protection) • Supports Energy Eicient Ethernet 802.3az • Supports PXE Wireless LAN (for X99 Extreme6/ ac only ) • Supports IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac • Supports Dual-Band (2.4/5 GHz) • Supports high speed - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 10
/s Connectors, support RAID (RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 10 and Intel Rapid Storage 13), NCQ, AHCI, Hot Plug and ASRock HDD Saver pin) (Smart Fan Speed Control) • 1 x Power Fan Connector (3-pin) • 1 x 24 pin ATX Power Connector • 1 x 8 pin 12V Power Connector (Hi-Density Power Connector) • 1 x HDD - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 11
X99 Extreme6/ac / X99 Extreme6 BIOS Feature Hardware Monitor OS Certiications • 1 x hunderbolt AIC Connector • 2 x USB 2.0 Headers (support 4 USB 2.0 ports) (Supports ESD Protection (ASRock Full Spike Protection)) • 1 x Vertical Type A USB 2.0 • 2 x USB 3.0 Headers (Support 4 USB 3.0 ports) ( - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 12
* For detailed product information, please visit our website: http://www.asrock.com Please realize that there is a certain risk involved with overclocking, including adjusting the setting in the BIOS, applying Untied Overclocking Technology, or using third-party overclocking tools. Overclocking may - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 13
PCIE1 PWR_FAN1 X99 Extreme6/ac Ultra M.2 PCIe Gen3 x4 CT5 CT4 CT3 CT2 CT1 M2 SSATA3_2_3 SSATA3_0_1 CHA_FAN3 12 13 14 SATA3_0_3 SATA3_1_4 Purity SoundTM 2 PCIE2 CMOS Battery PCIE3 BIOS_A 128Mb BIOS BIOS_A_LED BIOS_B_LED 128Mb BIOS BIOS_B Intel X99 SATA3_2_5 MINI_PCIE1 WiFi - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 14
34 LAN PCIE1 PWR_FAN1 X99 Extreme6 Ultra M.2 PCIe Gen3 x4 CT5 CT4 CT3 CT2 CT1 M2 SSATA3_2_3 SSATA3_0_1 CHA_FAN3 12 13 14 SATA3_0_3 SATA3_1_4 Purity SoundTM 2 PCIE2 CMOS Battery PCIE3 BIOS_A 128Mb BIOS BIOS_A_LED BIOS_B_LED 128Mb BIOS BIOS_B Intel X99 SATA3_2_5 PCIE4 RoHS - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 15
X99 Extreme6/ac / X99 Extreme6 No. Description 1 2 x 284-pin DDR4 DIMM Slots (DDR4_A1, DDR4_B1) 2 2 x 284-pin DDR4 DIMM Slots (DDR4_A2, DDR4_B2) 3 ATX 12V Power 26 USB 2.0 Header (USB3_4) 27 USB 2.0 Header (USB5_6) 28 BIOS Selection Switch (BIOS_SEL1) 29 Clear CMOS Jumper (CLRCMOS1) 30 COM Port - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 16
No. Description 34 PCIe Power Connector (PCIE_PWR1) 35 Power Fan Connector (PWR_FAN1) 10 English - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 17
1.4 I/O Panel 1 X99 Extreme6/ac / X99 Extreme6 46 2 3 57 15 14 13 12 11 10 98 No. Description 1 USB 2.0 Ports (USB12) 2 LAN RJ-45 Port (Qualcomm® Atheros® AR8171)* 3 LAN RJ-45 Port (Intel® I218V)* 4 Central / Bass (Orange) 5 Rear Speaker (Black) 6 Line In (Light Blue) 7 Front Speaker ( - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 18
use the Rear Speaker, Central/Bass, and Front Speaker, or select "Realtek HDA Audio 2nd output" to use the front panel audio. *** he eSATA connector supports SATA with cables within 1 meters. he SSATA3_3 connector is shared with the eSATA port English 12 - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 19
X99 Extreme6/ac / X99 Extreme6 1.5 WiFi-802.11ac Module and ASRock WiFi 2.4GHz Antenna (for X99 Extreme6/ac only ) WiFi + BT Module his motherboard comes with an exclusive WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac + BT v4.0 module that ofers support for WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac connectivity standards and Bluetooth v4.0. - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 20
Antenna Cables Step 1 Prepare the SMA Wi-Fi Antenna Cables that come with the package. Step 2 Locate the WiFi Module that is installed on the motherboard's mini-PCIe slot. hen attach the SMA Wi-Fi Antenna Cables to the WiFi Module. Step3 Insert the RP-SMA Wi-Fi Antenna Connectors to - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 21
X99 Extreme6/ac / X99 Extreme6 Step 4 Fasten the screw nuts to secure the connectors. 15 English - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 22
2 Installation his is an ATX form factor motherboard. Before you install the motherboard, study the coniguration of your chassis to ensure that the motherboard its into it. Pre-installation Precautions Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 23
X99 Extreme6/ac / X99 Extreme6 2.1 Installing the CPU 1. Before you insert the 2011-3-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 - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 24
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X99 Extreme6/ac / X99 Extreme6 6 A B 7 A B 8 Please save and replace the cover if the processor is removed. he cover must be placed if you wish to return the motherboard for ater service. 19 English - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 26
2.2 Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink 1 20 2 CPU_FAN English - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 27
X99 Extreme6/ac / X99 Extreme6 2.3 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM) his motherboard provides eight 284-pin DDR4 (Double Data Rate 4) DIMM slots, and supports Populated Populated Populated Populated Populated Populated • Due to Intel® CPU spec deinition, please install the memory modules on - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 28
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X99 Extreme6/ac / X99 Extreme6 2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI Express Slots) here are 5 PCI Express slots and 1 mini-PCI Express slot on the motherboard. Before installing an expansion card, please make sure that the power supply is switched of or the power cord is unplugged. Please read the - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 30
in 3-Way CrossFireXTM Mode x16 N/A x8 N/A x4 *3-Way SLITM Mode is not supported for CPU with 28 PCIe lanes. For a better thermal environment, please connect a chassis fan to the motherboard's chassis fan connector (CHA_FAN1, CHA_FAN2 or CHA_FAN3) when using multiple graphics cards. English - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 31
X99 Extreme6/ac / X99 Extreme6 2.5 Jumpers Setup he illustration shows how jumpers are setup. When the seconds. However, please do not clear the CMOS right ater you update the BIOS. If you need to clear the CMOS when you just inish updating the BIOS, you must boot up the system irst, and then shut it - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 32
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.7 or p.8, No. 20) PLED+ PLEDPWRBTN# GND 1 GND RESET# GND HDLEDHDLED+ Connect the power switch, reset - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 33
SSATA3_2 SSATA3_0 SATA3_3 SSATA3_3 SSATA3_1 X99 Extreme6/ac / X99 Extreme6 hese ten SATA3 connectors support SATA data cables for internal the I/O panel, there are two headers and one port on this motherboard. Each USB 2.0 header can support two ports. USB 3.0 Headers (19-pin USB3_5_6) (see p.7 - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 34
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. 2. If you use an AC only. You don't need to connect them for the AC'97 audio panel. E. To activate the front mic, - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 35
X99 Extreme6/ac / X99 Extreme6 CPU Fan Connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN1) (see p.7 or p.8, No. 4) (3-pin CPU_FAN2) (see p.7 or p.8, No. 6) 4 3 21 GND +12V CPU_FAN_SPEED FAN_SPEED_CONTROL GND FAN_VOLTAGE CPU_FAN_SPEED his motherboard ATX Power Connector (24-pin ATXPWR1) (see p.7 or p.8, No. 9) ATX 12V - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 36
LAD2 LAD1 GN D S_PWRDWN # SERIRQ # GND RRXD1 DDTR#1 DDSR#1 CCTS#1 1 RRI#1 RRTS#1 GND TTXD1 DDCD#1 his COM1 header supports a serial port module. his connector supports Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which can securely store keys, digital certiicates, passwords, and data. A TPM system also - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 37
X99 Extreme6/ac / X99 Extreme6 2.7 Smart Switches he motherboard has four smart switches: Power Switch, Reset Switch, Clear CMOS Switch and one BIOS Selection Switch, allowing users to quickly turn on/of the system, reset the system, clear the CMOS values or boot from diferent BIOS. Power Switch ( - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 38
. Debug is used to provide code information, which makes troubleshooting even easier. Please see the diagrams below for reading the Dr. Debug codes. Code Description 00 Please check if the CPU is installed correctly and then clear CMOS. 0d Problem related to memory, VGA card or other devices - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 39
X99 Extreme6/ac / X99 Extreme6 b4 Problem related to USB devices. Please try removing all USB devices. b7 Problem related to memory. Please re-install the CPU and memory then clear CMOS. If the problem still exists, please install only one memory module or try using other memory modules. d6 - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 40
Quad SLITM Operation Guide his motherboard supports NVIDIA® SLITM , 3-Way SLITM and Quad SLITM (Scalable Link Interface) technology that allows you to install up to three identical PCI Express x16 graphics cards. Currently, NVIDIA® SLITM and Quad SLITM technology supports Windows® 7 / 7 64-bit - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 41
X99 Extreme6/ac / X99 Extreme6 Step 3 Align and insert the ASRock SLI_ Bridge_2S Card to the goldingers on each graphics card. Make sure the ASRock SLI_ Bridge_2S Card is irmly in place. SLI_Bridge_2S Card ASRock SLI_Bridge_2S Card Step 4 Connect a VGA cable or a DVI cable to the monitor connector - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 42
graphics card are connected. Repeat this step on the three graphics cards. Step 3 Align and insert the ASRock 3-Way SLI2S1S Bridge Card to the goldingers on each graphics card. Make sure the ASRock 3-Way SLI-2S1S Bridge Card is irmly in place. 3-Way SLI-2S1S Bridge Card 36 3-Way SLI2S1S English - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 43
X99 Extreme6/ac / X99 Extreme6 Step 4 Connect a VGA cable or a DVI cable to the monitor connector or the DVI connector of the graphics card that is inserted to PCIE1 slot. 37 English - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 44
2.9.3 Driver Installation and Setup Install the graphics card drivers to your system. Ater 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 - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 45
X99 Extreme6/ac / X99 Extreme6 2.10 CrossFireXTM, 3-Way CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM Operation Guide his motherboard supports CrossFireXTM, enable CrossFireXTM. Please refer to AMD graphics card manuals for detailed installation guide. 2.10.1 Installing Two CrossFireXTM-Ready Graphics Cards - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 46
Step 3 Connect a VGA cable or a DVI cable to the monitor connector or the DVI connector of the graphics card that is inserted to PCIE1 slot. 40 English - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 47
X99 Extreme6/ac / X99 Extreme6 2.10.2 Installing Three CrossFireXTM-Ready Graphics Cards Step 1 slots. (he CrossFire Bridge is provided with the graphics card you purchase, not bundled with this motherboard. Please refer to your graphics card vendor for details.) Step 3 Connect a VGA cable or a - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 48
. 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 required drivers and CATALYST Control Center then restart your computer. Please check AMD's website for details. AMD - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 49
X99 Extreme6/ac / X99 Extreme6 2.11 M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Installation Guide he 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. - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 50
hand. Step 4 Peel of the yellow protective ilm on the nut to be used. Hand tighten the standof into the desired nut location on the motherboard. Step 5 Align and gently insert the M.2 (NGFF) SSD module into the M.2 slot. Please be aware that the M.2 (NGFF) SSD module only its in one orientation - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 51
X99 Extreme6/ac / X99 Extreme6 M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Support List PCIe Interface SATA Interface Plextor PX-G512M6e Plextor PX Intel SSDSCKGW080A401/80G Kingston RBU-SM2280S3/120G For the latest updates of M.2_SSD (NFGG) module support list, please visit our website for details: http://www.asrock - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 52
2.12 HDD Saver Cable Installation Guide The HDD Saver Connector on this motherboard allows you to switch on and off your SATA HDD(s). * he HDD Saver Connector supports up to two SATA HDDs. 2. Connect one end of the SATA data cable to a SATA port on the motherboard. hen connect the other end to your - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 53
X99 Extreme6/ac / X99 Extreme6 Chapter 3 Software and Utilities Operation 3.1 Installing Drivers he 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 - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 54
Installing A-Tuning When you install the all-in-one driver to your system from ASRock's support CD, A-Tuning will be auto-installed as well. Ater the installation, you will , OC Tweaker, System Info, Live Update, Tech Service and Settings. Operation Mode Choose an operation mode for your computer. 48 - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 55
Tools Various tools and utilities. X99 Extreme6/ac / X99 Extreme6 XFast RAM Boost the system's performance and extend the computer's boot time. Please note that Ultra Fast mode is only supported by Windows 8.1/8 and the VBIOS must support UEFI GOP if you are using an external graphics card. OMG - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 56
speed level when the assigned temperature is met. Dehumidiier Prevent motherboard damages due to dampness. Enable this function and conigure the , current temperature, etc. HDD, SSD and optical disk drives are all supported. he health status block displays Good (in green color), Caution (in yellow - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 57
OC Tweaker Conigurations for overclocking the system. X99 Extreme6/ac / X99 Extreme6 System Info View information about the system. *he System Browser tab may not appear for certain models. 51 English - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 58
Live Update Check for newer versions of BIOS or drivers. Tech Service Contact Tech Service if you have problems with your computer. Please leave your contact information along with details of the problem. 52 English - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 59
X99 Extreme6/ac / X99 Extreme6 Settings Conigure ASRock A-Tuning. Click to select "Auto run at Windows Startup" if you want A-Tuning to be launched when you start up the Windows operating system. 53 English - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 60
® AR8171) ASRock makes your mobile devices connect to your PC seamlessly! *To use this feature, disable the "Intel(R) Ethernet Connection computer then use any other preferred remote desktop application. This motherboard supports Security Wake On Internet Technology with the onboard Qualcomm® Atheros - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 61
X99 Extreme6/ac / X99 Extreme6 3.3.1 Qualcomm® Atheros® Security Wake On Internet Technology Qualcomm® Atheros® Security Wake On Internet Technology allows you to wake up and remote control your home computer - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 62
Host Computer You can find the Orbweb.ME Professional host software in the Support CD or just download it from http://orbweb.me. Step 1 Click installer package ile to start installation. Step 2 Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the installation. Step 3 When installation completes, reboot - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 63
X99 Extreme6/ac / X99 Extreme6 Step 3 You will receive a veriication email. Follow the steps in the email to verify your account. Ater verifying your account, you can access your PC - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 64
Remote Wake-Up allows you to remotely put your host computer to sleep and wake your host computer up from a client device. If you use a motherboard with dual LAN ports, please disable one of the LAN ports to use the Remote Wake-Up function. To do so, go to Control Panel - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 65
X99 Extreme6/ac / X99 Extreme6 Step 4 Click and power options appear. Click to select Restart, Sleep or Shut Down. Select Restart from the options to restart your host computer remotely. - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 66
to continue. Step 5 Enter the Windows password to log in and you will see the desktop of your host computer. Please refer to the user manual of the Orbweb.ME Professional for more instructions on how to use Orbweb.ME Professional. 60 English - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 67
X99 Extreme6/ac / X99 Extreme6 For iOS or Android Mobile Devices users: Download and install "Orbweb.ME Professional" app from the App Store (iOS) or Play Store (Android). Step 1 Tap - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 68
to open the folder. Step 6 Click on a ile name to preivew the ile. You can also delete, rename, move, and copy a selected ile. For more instructions on how to use Xplorer, refer to the user manual of the Orbweb.ME Professional. 62 English - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 69
X99 Extreme6/ac / X99 Extreme6 For iOS or Android Mobile Devices users: Download and install "Orbweb.ME Professional can also delete, rename, move, and copy a selected ile. For more instructions on how to use Xplorer, refer to the user manual of the Orbweb.ME Professional. Tutorial Video 63 English - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 70
APP Shop is an online store for purchasing and downloading sotware applications for your ASRock computer. You can install various apps and support utilities quickly and easily, and optimize your system and keep your motherboard up to date simply with a few clicks. Double-click on your desktop to - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 71
X99 Extreme6/ac / X99 Extreme6 3.4.2 Apps When the "Apps" tab is selected, you will see all the available and down to see more apps listed. You can check the price of the app and whether you have already intalled it or not. - he red icon displays the price or "Free" if the app is free of charge. - - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 72
Step 3 If you want to install the app, click on the red icon to start downloading. Step 4 When installation completes, you can ind the green "Installed" icon appears on the upper right corner. English To uninstall it, simply click on the trash can icon . *he trash icon may not appear for certain - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 73
X99 Extreme6/ac / X99 Extreme6 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 - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 74
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 the update process. 68 English - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 75
X99 Extreme6/ac / X99 Extreme6 3.4.4 Setting In the "Setting" page, you can change the language, select the server location, and determine if you want to automatically run the ASRock APP Shop on Windows startup. 69 English - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 76
customizations for greater eiciency. 3.5.1 Installing Start8 Install Start8, which is located in the folder at the following path of the Support CD: \ ASRock Utility > Start8. 3.5.2 Coniguring Start8 Style Select between the Windows 7 style and Windows 8 style Start Menu. hen select the theme of - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 77
Conigure X99 Extreme6/ac / X99 Extreme6 Conigure provides coniguration options, including icon sizes, which shortcuts you want Start Menu to display, quick access to recently used apps, the functionality of the power button, and more. Control 71 English - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 78
Control lets you conigure what a click on the start button or a press on the Windows key does. Desktop Desktop allows you to disable the hot corners when you are working on the desktop. It also lets you choose whether or not the system boots directly into desktop mode and bypass the Metro user - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 79
X99 Extreme6/ac / X99 Extreme6 Chapter 4 UEFI SETUP UTILITY 4.1 Introduction his section explains how to use the UEFI SETUP UTILITY to conigure your system. You may run the UEFI SETUP UTILITY by pressing or right ater you power on the computer, otherwise, the Power-On-Self-Test (POST) - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 80
4.1.2 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 to get into the sub screen. You can also use the mouse to click your required item. Please check the following - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 81
X99 Extreme6/ac / X99 Extreme6 4.2 Main Screen When you enter the UEFI SETUP UTILITY, the Main screen will appear and display the system overview. X99 Extreme6/ac: X99 Extreme6: 75 English - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 82
UEFI setup utility. Full HD UEFI When [Auto] is selected, the resolution will be set to 1920 x 1080 if the monitor supports Full HD resolution. If the monitor does not support Full HD resolution, then the resolution will be set to 1024 x 768. When [Disable] is selected, the resolution will be set - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 83
X99 Extreme6/ac / X99 Extreme6 4.3 OC Tweaker Screen In the OC Tweaker screen, you can set up overclocking features. Because the UEFI sotware is constantly being updated . Please note that overclocking may cause damage to your CPU and motherboard. It should be done at your own risk and expense. Multi - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 84
high. Spread Spectrum Enable Spread Spectrum to reduce electromagnetic interference for passing EMI tests. Disable to achieve higher clock speeds when overclocking. Intel SpeedStep Technology Intel SpeedStep technology allows processors to switch between multiple frequencies and voltage points for - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 85
X99 Extreme6/ac / X99 Extreme6 Short Duration Power Limit Conigure Package Power Limit 2 in watts. When Select Auto for optimized settings. DRAM Frequency If [Auto] is selected, the motherboard will detect the memory module(s) inserted and assign the appropriate frequency automatically. Primary - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 86
Row Precharge Time (tRP) he number of clock cycles required between the issuing of the precharge command and opening the next row. RAS# Active Time (tRAS) he number of clock cycles required between a bank active command and issuing the precharge command. Command Rate (CR) he delay between when a - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 87
X99 Extreme6/ac / X99 Extreme6 Four Activate Window (tFAW) he time window in which four activates are allowed the same rank. CAS Write Latency (tCWL) Conigure CAS Write Latency. Third - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 88
A. ODT PARK (CH A) Conigure the memory on die termination resistors' PARK for channel A. ODT NOM (CH A) Use this to change ODT (CH A) Auto/Manual settings. he default is [Auto]. ODT WR (CH B) Conigure the memory on die termination resistors' WR for channel B. ODT PARK (CH B) Conigure the memory - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 89
X99 Extreme6/ac / X99 Extreme6 ODT PARK (CH C) Conigure the memory on die termination resistors' PARK for channel C. ODT NOM (CH C) Use this to change ODT (CH C) Auto/Manual settings. he default is [Auto]. ODT WR (CH D) Conigure the memory on die termination resistors' WR for channel D. ODT PARK (CH - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 90
System Agent Voltage Ofset Conigure the voltage for the System Agent. Setting the voltage higher may increase system stability when overclocking. CPU Integrated VR Faults Disable FIVR Faults to raise the threshold to trigger CPU over current protection and over voltage protection for better - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 91
X99 Extreme6/ac / X99 Extreme6 4.4 Advanced Screen In this section, you may set the conigurations for the following items: CPU Coniguration, Chipset Coniguration, Storage Coniguration, Super IO Coniguration, ACPI Coniguration, - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 92
Automatically prefetch the subsequent cache line while retrieving the currently requested cache line. Enable for better performance. Intel Virtualization Technology Intel Virtualization Technology allows a platform to run multiple operating systems and applications in independent partitions, so that - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 93
X99 Extreme6/ac / X99 Extreme6 CPU Thermal Throttling Enable CPU internal thermal control mechanisms to keep the CPU from overheating. CPU C States Support Enable CPU C States Support for power saving. It is recommended to keep C3, C6 and C7 all enabled for better power saving. Package C State - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 94
Thunderbolt Enable/Disable the Intel(R) hunderbolt function. 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, - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 95
X99 Extreme6/ac / X99 Extreme6 PCI-E ASPM Support his option enables/disables the ASPM support for all CPU downstream devices PCH PCI-E ASPM Support his option enables/disables the ASPM support for all PCH downstream devices Inte(R) Ethernet Connection I218-V Enable or disable the onboard network - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 96
4.4.3 Storage Coniguration Hard Disk S.M.A.R.T. S.M.A.R.T stands for Self-Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology. It is a monitoring system for computer hard disk drives to detect and report on various indicators of reliability. 90 English - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 97
4.4.4 Super IO Coniguration X99 Extreme6/ac / X99 Extreme6 Serial Port Enable or disable the Serial port. Serial Port Address Select the address of the Serial port. PS2 Y-Cable Enable the PS2 Y-Cable or set this option to Auto. 91 English - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 98
4.4.5 ACPI Coniguration Suspend to RAM Select disable for ACPI suspend type S1. It is recommended to select auto for ACPI S3 power saving. PS/2 Keyboard Power On Allow the system to be waked up by a PS/2 Keyboard. Ring-In Power On Allow the system to be waked up by onboard COM port modem Ring-In - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 99
4.4.6 USB Coniguration X99 Extreme6/ac / X99 Extreme6 USB Controller Enable or disable all the USB ports. Intel USB 3.0 Mode Select Intel® USB 3.0 controller mode. Set [Smart Auto] to keep the USB 3.0 driver enabled ater rebooting (USB 3.0 is enabled in BIOS). Set [Auto] to automatically enable - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 100
4.4.7 Trusted Computing Security Device Support Enable or disable BIOS support for security device. 94 English - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 101
4.5 Tools X99 Extreme6/ac / X99 Extreme6 System Browser ASRock System Browser shows the overview of your current PC and the devices connected. OMG (Online Management Guard) Administrators are able to establish an internet curfew - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 102
[Enabled] to switch on the HDD Saver. Set [Disabled] to switch of the HDD Saver. It is recommended to enable the AHCI Mode to fully support the HDD Saver. You can also enable/disable the HDD Saver via the HDD Saver application under your OS. Onboard SATA Power Switch (SATA_PWR_1) Set - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 103
X99 Extreme6/ac / X99 Extreme6 trouble with your PC. Please setup network coniguration before using UEFI Tech Service. Instant Flash Save UEFI iles in your USB storage device and run Instant Flash to update your UEFI. Internet Flash - DHCP (Auto IP), Auto ASRock Internet Flash downloads and updates - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 104
Network Coniguration Use this to conigure internet connection settings for Internet Flash. Internet Setting Enable or disable sound efects in the setup utility. UEFI Download Server Select a server to download the UEFI irmware. Save User Default Type a proile name and press enter to save your - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 105
X99 Extreme6/ac / X99 Extreme6 4.6 Hardware Health Event Monitoring Screen his 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. CPU Fan 1 & 2 Setting Select a fan mode for CPU - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 106
3 Temp Source Select a fan temperature source for Chassis Fan 3. Over Temperature Protection When Over Temperature Protection is enabled, the system automatically shuts down when the motherboard is overheated. 100 English - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 107
X99 Extreme6/ac / X99 Extreme6 4.7 Security Screen In this section you may set or change the supervisor/user password for the system. You may also Leave it blank and press enter to remove the password. Secure Boot Use this item to enable or disable support for Windows 8.1/8 Secure Boot. 101 English - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 108
minimizes your computer's boot time. In fast mode you may not boot from an USB storage device. Ultra Fast mode is only supported by Windows 8.1/8 and the VBIOS must support UEFI GOP if you are using an external graphics card. Please notice that Ultra Fast mode will boot so fast that the - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 109
X99 Extreme6/ac / X99 Extreme6 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 - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 110
do not disable unless you're running a WHCK test. If you are using Windows 8.1/8 64-bit and all of your devices support UEFI, you may also disable CSM for faster boot speed. Launch PXE OpROM Policy Select UEFI only to run those that support UEFI option ROM only. Select Legacy only to run - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 111
4.9 Exit Screen X99 Extreme6/ac / X99 Extreme6 Save Changes and Exit When you select this option the following message, "Save coniguration changes and exit setup?" will pop out. Select [OK] to save - ASRock X99 Extreme6/ac | User Manual - Page 112
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 ASRock Incorporation 2F., No.37, Sec
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